Lion & Cheetah | Self Drive 4x4 Botswana | Chobe4x4 | Ep 10

Me, my wife and the wildlife: Episode 10
We spend the day out on game drive in Nxai Pan, with plenty of zebra, springbok and other herbivores, we finally find the predators...
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[@betsya7054]

The giraffe ballet was phenomenal! Perfect musical choices throughout, and the human animals were charming as well

[@JamesHendry]

My wife is very clever with music -

[@elanaochse9388]

Lost everything while writing. Great to see Kirsten in the James Hendry habitat! I really enjoyed watching all of this (and smiling about the usual JH sense of humour).

[@thomasmuir18]

Looks like the cheetah had a young ostrich

[@furiousdoe7779]

I think you are right Thomas

[@serendipity191]

That was my thought too.

[@bluegreybaby]

I'll never forget my first encounter with James - he was in a dark tent with skulls and I questioned what the heck I was watching, him recounting what the BBC would say at his amazing cheetah footage made me question it again. Much

[@mariannevoight3611]

WOW the opening slo- mo giraffe combat - really shows the power behind those hits .. I was mesmerised. You really captured the love and connection within lion pride and that end shot straight into those beautiful amber eyes .. breathtaking. Thank you so very much - the banter between you & Kirsten is hilarious ... the BBC don’t know what they’re missing Marianne NZ

[@stuartfarquhar2620]

Looked like a young Ostrich … that the cheetah was carrying … 👍🏻

[@mrouth5691]

Ah! Such lovely sightings! Loved it. It must be fun for Kristen to have so much entertainment on hand. You two are so cute together 🥰. And those two versions of the 5th was so well edited! Kudos to Kristen! Thank you again.

[@JamesHendry]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@IHeartAfrica22]

oh you really ARE improving! Well done K&J

[@beliveforever3493]

Your Stuff is omg Loveeee the viewssss wow super clearrrrr amazing shots Your videos are Mt Daily Therapy Suplifting a getaway from my Life Change lots of Sad Lose new Begins staying Positive! Thank you so much for allowing everyone to watch you!! I miss Your Jamie Brent Taylor Tristan Those were Truly the Best Best Funnn Lots of silky LoL along the Daily Drives! U need your own TV Show

[@elly-bums3155]

Wow! That was a beautiful opening. Thank you for bringing me my afternoon escape. Absolutely desperate to be there. Love your love 💘

[@JamesHendry]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PrassRa]

BBC will definitely call you, wait for it... Brilliant as always ...

[@si-cluberlangen1176]

Thanks for sharing and choosing the eternally wonderful music of my fellow countryman Ludwig van B. for the intro. Would have been his 250th birthday last year. 🎼 Cheers

[@JamesHendry]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@firstladyshah8971]

As always, James is amusing. Botswana is a beautiful place to visit. Kristen, the music you coordinate is brilliant. I am eagerly looking forward to a new episode.

[@JamesHendry]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maggiebruder2103]

Amazing episode! Thanks.

[@grantnorman4858]

Brilliant show

[@nancyf52]

Another great episode thx James and Kirsty. I think the BBC should be all over this. James humor and Kirsty's reactions priceless.

[@michelefritze3988]

I just love your music selections with the wildlife shots. I first saw you in the live videos during the pandemic. Your remarks are perfect and I really hope the BBC invites you to film for them.

[@JamesHendry]

So do we!!

[@artpeace610]

Best of luck when Mr. Blumenthal tracks you down for that filming job! Awesome video!!

[@JamesHendry]

Thank you very much!

[@meks4by4overlanding21]

A beautiful episode and sighting.. nxai pans is truly remarkable when green

[@lisaa7991]

Delightful and charming as always. Love the playful music with the lions especially. And the classic silly James Hendry narration of the BBC coming calling……Kirsten’s reaction was hilarious!

[@howardweber3986]

Sherryl Weber.....I had no idea Gemsbok (Springbok?) (Oryx) made sounds like that! Faintly pig-like noises😂 Beautifully videos as always!

[@JamesHendry]

Springbok! Yes they do sound rather like pigs snorting

[@pattiwhite9575]

Yea Chee ta!!! Too bad you couldn't get a little closer. James your imagination is worth all the gold.

[@lindafromcalifornia1155]

Beethoven would appreciate the use of his music with this video. Has the BBC called yet? They should. 😁

[@JamesHendry]

Not yet! Still waiting...

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

When we camped when I was a kid, it was very dyi. My Dad built a trailer and my sisters and I would sleep in it Uber a tied down tarp. Once it rained...in the Everglades...the tarp filled with water. I awoke because it of the weight. And the wet...dyi tarps touched when wet leak...an important life lesson, I yelled and my father rescued us. My mother was not amused, next trip we had our own tent. From which the skunk event I described earlier sprang.

[@jospike1470]

Cubs are quite a bit darker than the adult lionesses, Thanks again for sharing your travels with us expat South Africans- lovely sights of home

[@kayslowey-sly2138]

Thank you for another Friday adventure. The giraffes looked determined to harm each other. I had a momentary thought...how could they do that to each other. Then I remembered what people do to each other.😢. Blessings...

[@efraim_x]

Kirsten and James, another excellent episode. You have mastered the art of "leave them wanting more", pardon my Barnum. Looking forward to the next one!

[@ghoo283]

The song of the jackal was magical. Lion pride with cubs and their big paws a joy to watch.

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Uber would have been better than under. Great pics by the way. I really enjoy your videos!

[@connieb1727]

love at 11:18 when they turn their heads at the same time! And gorgeous giraffes introduction!

[@rickbeyers]

I gave this video a like because James sang a nice little song.

[@sandyg3639]

Really enjoyed all the sightings. The giraffe were magnificent. The lion pride was wonderful. The cubs playing and the Moms showing their affection for each other. The calls of the jackals were so eerie, especially in the dark of night. Thank you both.

[@JamesHendry]

Thanks so much

[@larry7868]

“HEY James, Mr, Bloominthal is on the phone for you” He wants you to draw illustrations of all the animals you filmed in Botswanan! Apparently they want to publish a Comic Book about Alien Animals Living on Earth! 😂

[@sonjaliebenberg5590]

Magical and so funny

[@OutdoorJ867]

Definitely they should hire you

[@danielmcgillis110]

I think the cheetah was dragging a young ostrich

[@JamesHendry]

I think so too!

[@callumevans7113]

It looked like that cheetah was carrying a young ostrich?

[@JamesHendry]

I think so!

[@cherylsibson8457]

Beautifully videotaped James, well done!

[@veragamsky1734]

did not know you had another video. I was enjoying the outdoors and when i opened up you tube it said there was a video. At least i did not miss a chat. I really love the color of the faces on young lions. The darker brown and no scars.

[@JamesHendry]

We have two more of this series!

[@jennifermackinnon6982]

Nice work. The giraffes...wow. The shot of the lion head on, the eyes...your camera work is beautiful. Dear Mr. BBC...go get him!

[@rodneynorton8996]

Was that carcass with the cheetah an ostrich

[@JamesHendry]

I think so!

[@TigerzieNow]

Brilliant!

[@Suzetteofthewest]

thank you!

[@adu6th]

Always a joy watching your vlogs... Thank you guys...

[@JamesHendry]

Thanks for watching!

[@tonynz9954]

It would appear that the jackals were actually laughing at James fire lighting skills !!! A copy of Bear Grylls "Survival Guide in Africa " would have come in quiet handy.

[@JamesHendry]

Yes, definitely laughing!

[@lisag5670]

What a beautiful pride of lions. Well worth the wait imo. Thanks James & Kristen for another great episode 🐾

[@JamesHendry]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@edwildlife2896]

Absolutely phenomenal video! Nxai pan seems like a lekker place to visit. Thanks for this vid, you two are brilliant! 👏🏼

[@JamesHendry]

It really is!

[@lizowilliam013]

The cheetah was carrying an ostrich chick...

[@JamesHendry]

Agreed!

[@julieroberts9950]

Thank you James & Kirsten for sharing this fantastic footage with us ....loved it ....looking forward to the next episode 😊

[@JamesHendry]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@1psfinla]

Wonderful as always. The giraffe battle in slow motion was so interesting to watch. I flinched with every hit. The lions always are fascinating to watch. I'm not sure I would enjoy the jackals calls at night. Thank you both for sharing with us and providing an escape from the world's news. Kirsten, the website looks fantastic! Looking forward to next week's episode.

[@JamesHendry]

Thank you very much!

[@callyb54]

Do you think the Cheetah was carrying a young Ostrich? I think Mr Bloominthal (sp) may well be intouch with you one of these days James and Kirsten. James, your wisdom knows no bounds....I bred GSD's and tho' I never called one Sacha....two people who bought pups from me did and decided to choose Sacha for the pet name of their pup. See you both in the next episode ❤🌹

[@JamesHendry]

Yes, I think baby ostrich...

[@1974lionsfan]

OMG i miss this hilarity at Djuma, I wud say its a shame to only get 15 min of this a week but that siunds about right for what the Djuma guides get now.. especially if it something amazing bcuz then we surely have to go watch someone driving at Tswalu 😂 THANKS for still sharing yourselves with us James and Kirsten

[@audreyb233]

Great lions, cubbies & cheetah segments! Kirsten I love your expressions at the camera! Well done on the music editing! Stay blessed & look forward to the next one!

[@JamesHendry]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@bwatcher1000]

The lion shots were amazing. I love to watch the interactions between young ones and the older lions. I am watching again, thanks. BTW, National Geographic should be calling soon.

[@JamesHendry]

Thanks so much

[@obarfo]

A+ James and Kristen! Outstanding Video quality and content...

[@lizcarreno854]

Thanks James and Kristen for sharing your stellar adventures !! 🎆🛺🌞🔥🦁🦓 ...always thd wittiest banter...I love if ! ☺

[@richardparker8112]

Thanks so much! Great footage!

[@JamesHendry]

Thanks for watching

[@Mr09260]

Nxai Pan Bucket list much >> James can a 4x2 Hilux get there in dry season off the Nata Maun Road??

[@JamesHendry]

I think so, the roads were not bad at all compared to Savuti and Chobe.

[@eliseney6204]

wonderful! Those were 2 different giraffe species weren't they? One reticulated the other maasai?

[@JamesHendry]

These two are the same, I think one was a bit younger. They are Southern giraffe

[@gillainslie3138]

Just love the lion cubs! We love all your vlogs

[@JamesHendry]

Glad you like them!

[@6Fiona6_P_6]

There’s something very Very aesthetically pleasing about the curvature of that Springbok’s horns ( whom comes into frame around 02:05 & who exits green stage right a few moments later) I’m not as knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of South Africa like You both. So I could be totally wrong here but was that a Grey Rhebok that that Cheetah was carrying?................. ⚛️☮️ 💚🐾 🌏

[@JamesHendry]

I think it was a baby ostrich - have a look again, it looks like feathers and a foot.

[@6Fiona6_P_6]

@@JamesHendry Oops “I should’ve gone to Specsavers”. How embarrassing. You’d think after watching WildEarth all these months I’d have noticed that. Thank You for correcting me........... ⚛️☮️ 😳 🌏

[@jefflevin2356]

Blumenthal, get those two on ure books asap! They're good!

[@ichthyosapiens940]

Beautiful pictures!

[@JamesHendry]

Thank you very much!

[@vokstar]

Any word from the Beeb?

[@JamesHendry]

Yes, they would like the cheetah footage for Planet Earth 3!

[@mariettawinfrey4920]

great episode. I was wondering, I know you are highly trained and experienced but are you ever afraid in the dark of night out in the bush?

[@JamesHendry]

We are not afraid but we are very alert and constantly checking the bushes to avoid any surprises in the night...

[@raemurray3495]

Thank you, what a lovely viewing 😍

[@rahulrathod-vx6yv]

Together

[@guidododo4822]

Do both female and male impalas have horns?

[@JamesHendry]

No only impala males have horns. The ones in the video are springbok and both male and females have horns.

[@carlenemoon8999]

Looks like concerned apprehension

[@Mr09260]

Hyena being dragged off by Cheetah

[@JamesHendry]

I think ostrich chick, it looks like a leg and feathers if you look closely

[@blackbirdxx4613]

Use smaller twigs

[@maheshrambaran9766]

The cheetah looked like it had a vulture

[@JamesHendry]

Have a look at the long legs - I think ostrich chick

[@maheshrambaran9766]

@@JamesHendry, yeah could very well be 👍🏻

[@jdracer111]

James have you retired from Wild safari now? I have missed you so much along with a host of others. Hopefully we see you soon.

[@JamesHendry]

Yes I have, I'm now working for Africa Geographic

[@tonynz9954]

James here is Fiona's Ch4 of her experiences at the Okavango Lodge : lovinglifetv.com/the-white-zulu-fiona-timms-with-chapter-4-of-her-book-on-botswana/

[@JamesHendry]

Thanks! Will take a look

[@booblin9956]

What a wonderful episode! So loved the giraffe battle, though I did wince a couple of times. The zebra made me laugh as they shot bombed walking past! Made me think of the one last week and wondered if it was the same one! The springboc, though gorgeous, sounded like pigs, how strange. Sorry Kirsten, had to laugh at the subtle reprimand from James when you were shaking the landrover! The lions were magnificent! loved their colouring and wondered if the male lion was the father... Thank you both so much, loved this episode! Blessings always

[@mindytillapaugh3465]

The color and clarity of this particular episode seemed noticeably sharper - the greens were greener, the browns more brown....always love me some giraffes necking and lions doing...well....just about anything - or nothing at all !! Fabulous once again, Mr. Hendry - many thanks !

[@hencam]

Absolutely amazing clip - thank you for sharing 👏🏾

[@azinegg]

U 2 Grand ist of souls .... thankuest, for the best with it in a long time ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@vickyb5935]

Finally got to see the fighting giraffes - excellent! And the jackals screaming in the dark at the end was freaky - I would be scared to death as it sounds like people screaming!

[@aliceinwonderland03]

I think you should start tours, I would be one of your first takers. We have watched all your videos and just too sad not to see more appearing. Do a photography / guided tour pls 🙏

[@coastsider7645]

maybe it isnt the prettiest execution, but you build a fire like indigenous western cultures

[@gigicostlow4414]

You always have the music in perfect sync with the animals. The giraffe shot was amazing. The jackals were even laughing at your fire attempt. LOL It was like I was there looking into that lion's eyes. WOW! Thanks for the BBC laughs. They don't know what they are missing. Thanks again James and Kirsten.

[@casa8112]

Would love to see you both on the BBC 😃😃

[@annahasty7191]

Excellent as always.😁❤

[@administrator1409]

Cra*....... i missed the premier/ live thingie! Grrrrr.. but was worth watching, as always! Tx J&K!

[@JamesHendry]

Next time!

[@Jackson-pu7gd]

Was that cheetah perhaps carrying a juvenile ostrich?

[@JamesHendry]

Could have been!

[@OutdoorJ867]

Do the BBC watch your Channel?

[@JamesHendry]

If they do, they haven't said anything yet!

[@spraakborrel6833]

No James, it wasn't Jenny, it was Harriet...

[@JamesHendry]

That's why we haven't heard from them...

[@donniev8181]

Was that a young ostrich the cheetah had?

[@Jackson-pu7gd]

thats what i was thinking too!

[@5Heth]

Another award worthy production by Sir James & Lady Hendry.

[@auntchristineandvalentino3122]

Can I get a sneak peek please? Teasing. I so want to watch LIVE with you all. I’ve got a Zoom workshop booked for this time slot and will miss chatting w/you.

[@JamesHendry]

You will have to watch live next week with us!

[@СпасЯнков-э2ч]

@@JamesHendry Next week live what we will be discussing?

[@pattiwhite9575]

@@СпасЯнков-э2ч His Brilliance of course. lol

[@tuberyyz]

Brought you to the lake to watch

[@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb]

Great videography.

[@tinasattler1]

Lol james

[@horselover7744]

The quality of this video is outstanding Beautiful work James as always ~

[@JamesHendry]

Thank you very much!

[@debbiemathieson2467]

I would rather watch without the music and hear the actual sounds. A giraffe battle can be astounding when you hear the force with which they hut each other

[@JamesHendry]

There was no sound because the wind was too strong to pick up the giraffes fighting.

[@marinamunro2965]

Au contraire. I thought the music fitted very well with the giraffes moves. Were they doing a waltz? James Hendry shows the brilliance that sets him apart from others trying to do the same thing. The BBC really should give him a call