SAFARI OF A LIFETIME in Serengeti National Park, Green Season

[@rugsack2005]

You got to see the birth of an elephant??? Priceless!!! Love green season in Africa.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I know!! So incredibly lucky! I had tears in my eyes filming 🥹

[@DibyenduSaha-fi9rs]

Beautifully shot. Backdrops are brilliant, and so is the sunset.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed!

[@lorenzotrevisani4421]

I agree with you

[@JC-vz9vn]

The shot of the leopard 12:12 was simply amazing. Thank you for sharing, Roxy.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Ah thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it ✨

[@RoadsThatWeCraveFor]

This is pure serenity. Thank you for sharing. I really appreciated the beauty of the scene, the quality of the footage, the interesting wildlife captured, and the peaceful atmosphere conveyed in your voiceover. Keep up the good work.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Ah thank you so much, I’m glad you enjoyed watching

[@TsukiCove]

Beautiful shots :)

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Glad you enjoyed 😁✨

[@joncothranphotography9375]

This is truly the stuff that "My" dreams are made of! Thanks so much, Roxy!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Ah thanks for watching - was an incredibly lucky trip for sure.

[@sm-qd2bd]

What a beautiful video and beautifully narrated with calm, respectful tone and voice. Good energy. So rare these days on youtube videos.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you

[@keerthichandra6294]

Beautifully captured ❤

[@JadeLivao]

Absolutely mesmerizing! The green season at Lamai Camp is a photographer's dream, and the wildlife moments captured here-playful cubs, a thrilling leopard sighting, and a newborn elephant-are simply unforgettable. Nature at its finest!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you - glad you enjoyed watching!

[@bethaneydunne9682]

Amazing video Roxy love The big cats your amazing 100% support you 😊😊😊 need to go my mums from south Africa

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much :) you definitely should visit South Africa and explore some of the amazing parks there!

[@GeorgeVlad]

Lovely shots! Nothing like the Serengeti/Mara in the emerald season.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Such a lovely time to visit isn’t it - I always love being there at quiet times

[@GeorgeVlad]

@@RoxytheZoologist yes indeed, so you can hear the sounds of the bush and not distant Land Rovers.

[@nomad-tanzania]

We are so pleased your trip was everything you wished for and more. Such a great video, well done from the team at Nomad.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks so much for having me - I had such a wonderful time with everyone at Nomad :)

[@JeffreyHauser]

Nicely done! A beautiful experience. Thank you for sharing your beautiful images with the YT community. Best wishes & safe travels.😊

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you very much, I appreciate your kind comment 😁

[@Emily-ln3zv]

Beautiful work, what a special place you've captured so well 🤩

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks a lot 😊 I’m glad you enjoyed it ✨

[@alisonandguywildlifephotograph]

Fabulous video again…… that baby elephant ❤… nomad is a fantastic safari group

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you - ah I know, was a beyond magical sighting that one! Yes, Nomad are amazing :)

[@TheMadtandemer]

Fantastic film Roxy, your work is truly stunning.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much! 😁

[@suzannetaylorart]

How amazing 🤩

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you! 🙏🏻✨

[@ebreevephoto]

Very emotional video - you bring the beauty of nature to us this way is amazing.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed!

[@brucecrossan2284]

Beautiful storytelling Roxy

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@wearetrackclub]

Thank you for sharing these stunning scenes with us! So beautifully done from start to finish ❤

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you for watching - I’m glad you enjoyed 🥰🦁🐘

[@tjerkheringa937]

Your footage is amazing! What telelens are you using? I want to go this year

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I have a video on my channel about my camera kit 😁🎥

[@ericganz4432]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful experience. It brings back fond memories of my time in Kenya and Tanzania as well…

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Glad you enjoyed it 😁🐘

[@ecosolutionsngo]

Absolutely delightful video. Amazing clarity of all photos. 👌👌.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Many thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

[@Schnupp911]

Amazing work as always Roxy love your channel

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much!

[@gamexpz]

Thrilled beautiful place long

[@dragSD666]

hi Roxy, what lens did you use with your Z9? beautiful work!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Hey - I have a video on my channel about my camera kit I use on shoots 😁

[@Kron-sting]

you're amazingly good, I'm waiting for the next one 😀

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you 😁 currently out filming for the next one in Swedish Lapland!

[@Kron-sting]

ok, not too far from where I live (north of Norway) maybe 5-6 hours by car, you can come here to film lynx and golden eagle, but they are very, very difficult to get close enough for filming 😀

[@garyshepherd9226]

My favourite place too - back there in June! The whole day out is the best way we found last year.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Ah awesome 😁 yes, sometimes whole day out is good, but not if light is too harsh, so depends on weather conditions really

[@AlexMcDougallPhotography]

Excellent video thank you.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks so much 😁

[@norwalid8676]

Love Nature

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Me too! 😁🐾

[@Viajeroschicharreros]

Otro bonito vídeo, ¡como de costumbre! He tenido la fortuna de visitar tres veces el África oriental en la época de lluvia "o verde como tú la llamas", y como muy bien dices, es distinto a lo que solemos ver, pero incluso el paisaje, y los fondos de las fotografías son hermosos. Es cierto que también hay menos gente y coches agrupados en torno a los animales, pero que no se confunda nadie, hay que tener en cuenta que la climatología puede jugar una mala pasada en cuanto a poder moverte por la zona, y también la menor presencia de animales que se refugian del mal tiempo... Lo dicho, muchas felicidades por tu trabajo, ¡me encanta! Y Gracias por compartir. 😀

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks for your message :) I always find that driving through the mud is part of the fun and adventure of the trip! If you can’t reach an area, I just accept it as part of nature and look for somewhere else, there’s always something cool to see outdoors

[@mrsmith4662]

Beautiful footage.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@backcountrylifemagazine6912]

Really beautiful !!!! The animals and cinematography are nice too…

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you

[@6373abhi]

Wow nice tattoo on the hand by the way. अहिंसा ... Love from India... I love your videos...

[@graewilder]

This is so beautiful, I hope I can one day experience the Serengeti too!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you! I hope you get to experience it too :)

[@WolfgangJosefFehringer]

Very, very good, thank you

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Glad you liked it!

[@vidargran9526]

Goooooorgeous SERENGETI GOOOOOOOOORGEOS HUMBLE YOU🥰🥰🥰😘😘

[@ivan11cast]

Wow beautiful place and video

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@aitorzm]

Wow, the quality of your videos just keeps going up and up and up :-) I love it all! As a bird watcher, I really like this 14'16" couple, they remind me of the Egyptian vultures that come to my area to breed during the summer. Thanks for sharing :-)

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you very much! Glad you are enjoying watching :) those birds you mentioned are southern ground hornbill - an adult with a juvenile

[@shankar49677]

Just left few days back. Love this.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Ah amazing! Hope you had a great trip!

[@shankar49677]

@ it was. But your photos are captivating. Very sublime, subtle but very intimate with the family. Saw those cubs……

[@jmalkin55]

Just planned our trip for late may and loving your "green season" video!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Ah awesome hope you enjoy your trip

[@mrdmahesh]

Nice skyscapes, you had really great sightings and the tattoo "Ahimsa"! written in "Devnagari" script. I come that country :) felt nice to see that 😃

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks so much! Yes! Ahimsa, non-harming, me and my mum have matching ones on our wrist:)

[@vlastimilvajnorak6024]

Hi, I have three questions for you... Did you always take low-angle shots from the car, or were you able to get out of the car and shoot from a standing position? The second question is about using a tripod-did you ever feel the need to use one? And the third question concerns distance. Could you specify the closest distance you were able to approach, for example, lions or other animals? Thank you very much!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

On this trip we were always in the vehicle, so always shooting out the car. No, there’s no space for a tripod in this jeep. Distance depends on many things - the species, if they have young with them, the individual behaviour and how relaxed they are, if they are hunting or resting, there are many factors that come into play, it’s not a one rule for all. But in all instances, you park with enough space for them to continue with their behaviour as normal, and they can choose to come closer if they wish, but not the other way round

[@vlastimilvajnorak6024]

@@RoxytheZoologist Thank you very much for your reply. You know, I will be visiting Maasai Mara for the first time in February and March in 2025 and I am also planning to go to Tanzania in June, so I was curious about your experiences. I can't wait to be there. By the way I follow you on Instagram. I keep my fingers crossed for you and wish you the best on your wildlife trips!

[@Amarrebhai]

Questions I had in mind, I went on a tiger and leopard safari recently and almost thought about getting out of the jeep to get good shots from a lower angle, but it was a good idea I was denied😂

[@TheWolfalpino]

You are so nice!

[@ShamsMaghdum-zz9je]

I thank God ALLAAH and thank you as well for amazing video 📸📸📸 From karanataka bangloru INDIA 🎉🎉🎉 South India has amazing jungles as well plz do consider visiting ❤❤❤

[@avtarvirdi7988]

Great video Roxy lovely to watch what equipment are you using

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks! I have a full video on my channel about my camera kit

[@kennytudhope4590]

I've subscibed, I love your videos , there is alot tenderness shown in them, the music is fitting ,the production iis professional. I'm just curious about the tattoo on your forearm means. Love from Australia

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much for your kind words 🙏🏻 it’s ahimsa, it means non-harming to all beings

[@kennytudhope4590]

@@RoxytheZoologist How very sweet, I've been to Africa twice and i'm going to Zambia next year I also have the same camera gear as yourself.

[@vidargran9526]

YOU really know EVERYTHING Roxy e🤩E😍😍👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼❤❤

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Haha I definitely don’t, I don’t think anyone does, would make life very boring if you didn’t always have more to learn 😁

[@s.vivekanandan2037]

I like this video 👍🏼

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks!

[@daniellingen3062]

Stayed at the same place 2 years ago was so fun

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Glad you had a great trip :)

[@arghunsmn1242]

Beautiful video as usual! May I ask which gear you're using?

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I have a video on my channel about my camera set up :)

[@jayant.659]

Great shots ❤

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks for watching 😁🙏🏻

[@Thenationhopper]

I see your tattoo in Hindi 🇮🇳 what was the motivation behind that?

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Ahimsa, meaning non-harming - the most important way in which I believe we should live, not causing harm to any sentient beings 🌱

[@Thenationhopper]

@ Indeed, I got a tattoo “vasudhaiva kutumbakam”, Means The whole world is one family.

[@Sbhooligan]

do you mind share with us what is your gears total cost and what they are used for. thank you so much an amazing video

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I have a video about my gear on my channel :)

[@leszekjedryk391]

Awesome journey 😍🙋

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you! It was indeed 😁

[@PeterCruze-f1u]

Do they play ▶️ Toto Africa in the background when you travel the serengeti planes 🤔?

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Haha unfortunately not, no! 😂

[@ourplanetbyvikas5791]

I just saw your new blog. I follow you on youtube. I am also a wildlife photographer. From India and the sweetest thing I found was when I saw अहिंसा on your wrist keep it up you are doing a great job.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@Schnupp911]

Could you post a link to the monitor screen you are using on top of your SLR love that set up

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Its an Atomos monitor

[@travellingwithmycamera8025]

Super video!🙂

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you very much!

[@paulnbrenda358]

We just got back 3 weeks ago from Sabi Sands and it was the beginning. I like to travel light but I took all me cinema gear with. Who did all the filming and what size lens? I took only 2 a wide angle and cannon 70-200 and found that was good enough. I see it looked like you had a 600 or bigger? Was that used to film with as well or for stills? Glad you had a good time!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I do all my own filming :) I have a video on my page about my personal camera kit I use + some shorter ones explaining safari camera kit on my TikTok and IG too

[@pinkyyyy404]

where is the skin on your z9 from?

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I’m not sure about this exact one, as it was a gift, but there’s so many online! Loads of options on Google :)

[@melanieweeda4238]

Hey Roxy, I am new to your channel, but already hooked! Perhaps I am overlooking it, but I am wondering if you have a list of which gear you use? Especially interested in what you use to vlog these adventures, as I am usually not in my own videos, but I want to change that before I return to Namibia and Botswana later in 2025

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Yes, I have a whole video on my channel already about my camera kit 😁👌🏻

[@WildstepIndia]

which camera and lens used for filming and photography yo both used ? great to see the work. keep going..

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Hey! I have a video on my page talking about my full camera set up 😁🎥

[@raymondvella7560]

Excellent photography, the light was perfect. Glad you got a rhino also.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thanks! Yes, was super lucky to see one here in the Serengeti

[@gizmo1771]

Hello Roxy. Wonder if you can help me. I’m a photographer can I just fly to say South Africa and book a trip in a safari like you did. Instead of booking a trip from the UK that cost like £4000 Thank you

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Hey, sorry I am a bit confused by your question! It will cost you the same price either way as a foreigner - reduced national park fees only apply to locals :)

[@Desidilse-412]

Just noticed your tattoo "wise word" and great video

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Yes, it’s ahimsa - non harming 😁 thank you!

[@Honeybearbl]

Quick question if a place is a farm animal sanctuary do they kill the animals once it doesn’t have a purpose or what’s going on in a farm animal sanctuary

[@RoxytheZoologist]

What “purpose” would that be? If it’s a sanctuary, they will have a safe place to live for the rest of their lives

[@Honeybearbl]

@ the reason I asked is since it was called farm sanctuary and since farms usually slaughter the animals once it servers its purpose I am aware of the meaning of sanctuary I was making sure have a nice day:)

[@buffiesilver]

❤❤❤❤

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you!

[@griffynleyshon2892]

Completely random, but the birthmark on your shoulder at 2:20 looks almost exactly like the continent of Asia lol

[@abpage26]

Great.. Your hindhi tatto inspired me.. Thanks for ❤️❤️

[@jojobutingan6513]

Congrats on your successful trip. My wife and I are planning to visit the area in June 2025, and I'm a hobbyist photographer. My dream to visit and do some photography. My question is if I should bring my 600 mm lens (which is quite heavy). Will the 70-200 mm be enough?

[@RoxytheZoologist]

It really depends on your personal photographic style and the kind of shots you want as well as where exactly you are going / if you can off-road or not / the kind of sightings you get and the distance the animals come / what species you want to focus on. I always prefer to carry the weight than not have kit I would want to shoot with personally :)

[@shizentankentai-119]

カワセミがとても美しいです👍

[@RoxytheZoologist]

They are such beautiful birds aren’t they!

[@JV_FORCE]

I am from India.. like your tattoo meaning non - violence. Beautiful clips of cubs 😍

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you!

[@vikrantrm4237]

Hi, I really appreciate your efforts, great footages... keep archives backups... they are most valuable motions from this trip... & especially I LIKED YOUR TATTO .... #ahinsa I would like to join you in Indian wildlife safaris... keep shooting

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much 😁

[@vikrantrm4237]

@@RoxytheZoologist u r welcome !!! 😄

[@linfeng7444]

you are so pretty😍

[@ArunKhetia]

You are very lucky to see a black rhino in serengeti as most are kept in protection camps since there are only about 80 left in the entire country!

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I know! Couldn’t believe it! So lucky

[@twolanetravels]

What a beautiful safari! We just went to Botswana on safari. You have convinced me the Serengeti next! ❤. My Botswana video is on my channel.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Amazing, hope you had a great time!!

[@RaviKumar-ch2ye]

Congratulations for your tattoo (अहिंसा) non violence Love from India keep shining 😊

[@Danielroams]

Hello Roxy. Can you disclose the price tag for this safari adventure? And what is the name of the tour company? That driver looks familiar in other vlogs. Please and thank you 🙏

[@RoxytheZoologist]

@@Danielroams this was a PR trip I did with them, so I’m not sure of the pricing, but nomad are tagged in the caption, so you can reach out to them directly for any pricing and booking enquiries :)

[@AnujRawlaVRRT]

Ahinsa is a Sanskrit word that means "non-injury" or "compassion" and is a key principle in Indian religions, including Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Sikhism. It is the practice of causing the least amount of harm to all living beings. Ahimsa is a central tenet of Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy and is considered a powerful force for social change. It is also aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 16, which aims to create peaceful, just, and inclusive societies. 🙏

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Yes, aligns with how I live my life as a vegan ✨🌱

[@Irfanblastervlogs.]

Are you solo traveling !

[@RoxytheZoologist]

My guide from the Pantanal joined me for this trip - he loves big cats, so I invited him along to join me in the Serengeti :)

[@Irfanblastervlogs.]

@RoxytheZoologist cool👌

[@soumakbinduwildlife]

Nice documentary

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Glad you liked it 😁

[@sweetbachiri8572]

Have you seen the new movie mufasa the lion king

[@jesudosssamuel9752]

Hi, it would be helpful if you share your itinerary.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I was at the same camp mentioned in the video for the entirety of the trip :) I didn’t move about, just stayed at the same place this time round

[@FilmsbyMD]

You're so beautiful 😍

[@ankitchaudhary4532]

Ahinsa

[@BenjaminPizarro2024]

Gracias por poder poner el video en español🙏

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you! It’s actually a cool KZbin feature that now automatically dubs them into different languages 😁

[@paulverma9770]

Beautiful video. Loved the lion cubs and leopards are sooo beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you for watching! The lion cubs were very special for sure, watching them with their mum was so precious

[@YoYoAlba]

I firstly thought the girl was an IA

[@bngr_bngr]

Why are the cars open? What if a lion attacks the car. It will just eat you up.

[@Nitinmalhi1]

You have tattoo in hindi❤❤❤❤

[@RoxytheZoologist]

I do indeed 😁 ahmisa 🌱

[@Xavierfromindia]

ahinsa tattoo

[@lazaromarcel36]

Awesome Work , I Love You Tattoo On You Hand , I Don't Know What It Said But Is Beautiful , I like You Work Thank You

[@RoxytheZoologist]

Thank you so much 😀 it says ahimsa which means non-harming 🌱