Spending a night in the Shompole Photo Hide is one of the most immersive wildlife photography experiences in Kenya. Sitting underground at eye level with the waterhole, photographers watch as elephants, lions, and other animals move through the darkness. This journal explores the quiet intensity of spending the night beneath the African bush while the wild unfolds just meters away.

A personal journal about learning to love hyenas, exploring their intelligence, social structure, and why they are so often misunderstood in Africa.

A reflection on life as a safari guide and wildlife photographer living and working in East Africa — shaped by time in the field, quiet mornings, and a deep respect for the wild.