Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Leaving our lodge at Queen Elizabeth park, we travel through open savanna to Ishasha Wilderness Camp, which is a treat. It is a tented camp at the southern tip of the same park with tents for all structures, On the bank of a small river in the forest – sounds of weaver birds fill the air – a lot of weaver birds. The vibes of the place are relaxed and tranquil – it might be our favorite yet. All the travelers in the group have settled into a routine of familiarity with each other and the guides. Coming into camp, we have a unique sighting. The area is home to a group of tree climbing lions – they have adapted this unusual behavior for their own purposes. Out on game game the next day, and we see GIANT FOREST HOGS - when our driver spots them, he hits the breaks sending us sprawling - it is a rare sighting. They look like warthog's bad-ass older brothers. Spotted hyenas are loping home to their den after a hard night. Michael and the guides notice vultures roosting and figure there is a kill nearby. Everyone scans the trees and somehow Matt spots a leopard in a tree - I'm sure it was a half mile away. It takes some time before everyone can spot it in their binoculars.