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Join us in some of the most beautiful places on earth with your very own interactive, expert-hosted, LIVE safari in the heart of the African wilderness.

South Africa. Kenya
Joined May 2008
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4 years
Being a guide is often associated with nerves of steel and &Beyond guide Shaun Messham displayed the epitome of this! Watch as a pride of 16 lions takes a casual stroll by his car to say hello! #WildEarth
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This year's #migrationBEST winner was of course the zebra foal using a large Nile crocodile as a stepping stone! #safariLIVE
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RIP Dark Mane It is with a heavy heart WE say goodbye to one of our favourite WildEarth Characters, the unmistakable Dark Mane. He will forever live on in our hearts. Stay Wild Dark Mane #wildearth
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An incredible sighting of a Water Monitor Lizard and a Water Thick-Knee trying to protect its babies, with Lauren and Theo in Djuma. For South African viewers, you can now watch our 24/7 channel on DStv's 183. #wildearth #djuma #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183
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Leopard cub sticks the landing! #wildearth
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Encounter the Elephant!James had another incredible sighting of elephants today, they just can't seem to get enough of interacting with our guides! #WildEarth
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WE has the first full view of Ribbon’s cubs! #WildEarth #ribbon #cubs #cute
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A double delight this morning for WildEarth... two cheetah cubs! #WildEarth #cheetah #cubs #taylaisback
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We are very excited to team up with @Tswalu to bring you LIVE broadcasts from the Kalahari from Sunday, May 24th. Expect meerkats, pangolin, aardwolf, cheetah and much, much more. #wildearth
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WE can't help but marvel at the cuteness that is this tiny hippo! #wildearth
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Fluffy Cub Cuddles! Phinda Private Game Reserve pulling out all stops with their adorable cheetah cubs. WE just can't get enough. #wildearth #andbeyondtravel #andbeyondphinda #phinda
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WE Meet the Newest Member of the Birmingham Pride. After weeks of patiently waiting around a Birmingham lioness's den we were finally rewarded with an incredible sighting of mother and cub! #wildearth
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WE had a magical moment with Dylan & Jeandre at Tswalu Kalahari this afternoon as their patience paid off with the perfect sighting of a pangolin! #wildearth #tswaluecolive @Tswalu
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Fun and games with cheetah cubs! #wildearth @EcoTraining
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Giraffe bull has a bone to pick #wildearth
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Cheetah cubs bold a boulder #wildearth @EcoTraining
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Today, Maribye the leopard received surgery to the wound inflicted by a cable snare. For a week WE monitored him with the fantastic Sabi Sand Nature Reserve team. They decided a second intervention was necessary and today darted him and then a specialist vet stitched his wounds.
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WE met Thandi's brand new cubs! #wildearth
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2 months
WE have exciting news - Queen Tlalamba has two healthy cubs, estimated around six weeks old. They are denning on Torchwood (east of Djuma). We can’t wait to meet the new additions to the royal leopard lineage. We would like to thank Bernie from Torchwood for the picture and
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The power of a lion’s roar #wildearth @andbeyondtravel
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6 years
After two years of exceptional wilderness adventuring, Tayla is moving on from #safariLIVE . 😭😢 Tayla you have been a true safariLIVE gem, we are going to miss your crazy, wild antics! Here's a look at some of the unforgettable memories from over the years. @tay_mccurdy 💭❤️
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RIP our beloved Thandi! Today is an extremely sad day for our entire WildEarth family. She has touched the hearts and minds of so many people around the globe. Your spirit will be with us forever Dear Thandi. #WildEarth #Thandi
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Maribye, the young male leopard, was found with a snare around his neck today. He has been treated by vets and is now recovering . The prognosis is good. The SSNR acted with great speed. We understand the anger many will feel, but please refrain from contacting the Sabi Sand.
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Despite horrid burn wounds and several lion attacks, the old rhino cow, known as Auntie, was a successful mother and joy to us all. Sadly she died three nights ago of natural causes. We will cherish the memories that we have shared with her. May she rest in peace. #Wildearth
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4 years
WE are welcomed to @Tswalu by Dylan Smith and a mob of meerkats out and about for their morning rituals! #wildearth #tswaluecolive
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Exciting news! Today WE met the latest additions to the Djuma Royal Leopard family. The queen of Djuma Tlalamba has two healthy and adorable cubs. Cedric and Cameron found them and their mother this morning. Congratulations Tlalamba we cannot wait to spend more time with your
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1 year
Lion hugs are the best way to start the day. #wildearth #lions #cubs
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2 years
New Update on Dark Mane Dark Mane is still fighting. This was LIVE on the 17th of Nov, 2 days after his buffalo ordeal. WE will continue to monitor this legendary lion and wait to see how his story unfolds. DM, you are in our thoughts. #wildearth
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1 year
Expect the unexpected! #wildearth
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4 years
Gold Standard Sighting! WE watch in amazement as Dylan & Jeandre bring us this incredibly elusive and exciting sighting of an aardvark in the afternoon light, at Tswalu Kalahari #wildearth #tswaluecolive #tswalu
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WE were left in awe as Steve and David followed Tlalamba back to her den and found the cutest little leopard cub, in Djuma Private Game Reserve. Drive: Sunrise - 12 April 2021 #wildearth #djuma #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183
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A croc attacks an unsuspecting cheetah cub as it comes to drink at a waterhole. Not for sensitive viewers. #wildearth
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We Welcome Two New Members of the Djuma Hyena Clan! #WildEarth
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We are devastated to hear of the death of Tavangumi. He was, unavoidably, euthanized by the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve after killing a dog and trying to gain access to a staff quarters (full SSNR statement below). #wildearth
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Update: Maribye, the young male leopard, is recovering well from the snare injury he sustained. On 13 April, a vet removed the snare, stitched the wound where possible and administered antibiotics. Injuries like this cannot be stitched completely because a leopard will rip the
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Maribye male leopard update - 2 days after the surgery to repair his snare wound, this beloved cat was seen in Torchwood around an area called First Rock. He knows the area well and was actually named for it. Maribye was in a tree and looking well. #wildearth #Maribye
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4 years
HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY to WildEarth, to many more incredible animal sightings. WE are forever grateful for your support.
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2 years
RIP Little Chief. #Hosana taken too soon. WE will never forget you!
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WE watch as sibling bonds are reaffirmed and the remnants of a recent meal are licked away in this heartwarming scene with Roan at &Beyond Ngala #wildearth #andbeyondtravel #andbeyondngala @andbeyondtravel
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Thandi, the leopardess, gave @Tristan1986 and BKay quite the surprise this morning - Reminding us all to only ever expect the unexpected when out in the wild #wildearth
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Thanks to CBS for telling our story. #wildearth #cbsthismorning #CBSNews
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With millions at home due to #coronavirus lockdowns, companies like @WildEarth are bringing majestic animals from the heart of the African wilderness to the comfort of your own home. @Debora_Patta shows us how virtual safaris are bringing joy to thousands of people.
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WE're taking a moment to appreciate the cuteness & confidence Thandi's cub has shown over the past few days! Getting to know these animals comes with a great deal of trust & it doesn't get better than a hang out w/t Tristan & David at Djuma Private Game Reserve #wildearth #djuma
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It is with sad hearts that WE can confirm that the beloved and brave lioness Chela was found dead on Chitwa this morning by one of the guides on the property. It is believed that she was attacked by a male lion. WE would like everyone to join us as we celebrate her beautiful
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We say a sad goodbye to Taxon Nkuna. We will observe a minute of silence in his honour during today's Sunset safari #wildearth
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WE got a treat of seeing Thandi and her adorable cub side by side on the first day of the new year. Happy 2018! #safarilive
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Baby Giraffe (doo-doo)! WE take in this adorable moment between a giraffe calf and its mother, with Eric and Owen at &Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve #wildearth #andbeyondtravel #andbeyondngala @andbeyondtravel
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These cheeky cubs jumped into the water as they crossed a strong flowing stream to reach their mom in the Maasai Mara, with David & Bungei. For our South African viewers, you can now watch our 24/7 channel on subscribe now and don't miss out. #wildearth
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Dark Mane Update DM got caught in a herd of buffalo yesterday. This footage was taken LIVE shortly after the incident. It is confirmed that Dark Mane is currently still alive. Keeping this brave lion in our thoughts. Drive: 16 November #wildearth #djuma
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Tlalamba And The Two Cubs. Did you know that Leopard cubs are born blind and do only develop their eyesight after a few days. Leopard cubs depend on their mother for food and do not leave the until they are 3 months old. #wildearth #leopard #leopardcubs #facts
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Curiosity Saved The (Meer)Kat. WE are with Dylan Smith out and about with The Gosa mob, teaching us a thing or two about meerkat survival in @Tswalu . #wildearth #tswaluecolive
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Djuma has received an incredible amount of rain! WE are so thrilled at the state of Vuyatela Dam. This means we have had to be considerate of the roads but you will be happy to know that we should be up again for the sunrise safari! Keep an eye on the dam cam! #wildearth
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Picture perfect! Mama Tlalamba with one of her cubs. #wildearth
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6 years
Scott has been a favourite #safariLIVE guide for the past few years. But as the old saying goes 'all good things come to and end,' and Scott has decided it's time for him to move on from safariLIVE. Take a look at some of Scott's best memories with safariLIVE. Farewell Scotty!
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These cubs are the cutest! Their bravery while swimming across the river will remain one of our best moments captured. Join us as we celebrate our sweet 16 birthday next week! #wildearth #sweet16 #birthday #bestmoments
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WE ❤️ you Thandi! May you Rest In Peace! #Thandi #WildEarth
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A magical morning roar
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7 years
A special Christmas gift! WE got an incredible sighting with Thandi's cub this afternoon at the new den sight. #safarilive
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5 years
An update on the @WildEarth crowdfunding campaign from @graham_ #safariLIVE #WildEarth
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Tavangumi, thank you for sharing your story with us.
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4 years
Lions are often thought of as the "King of the Beasts" and rightly so, that is of course, until real royalty comes along and shows them who's boss! #wildearth @andbeyondtravel
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An unusual sighting! Lions resting up in a tree! #expecttheunexpected #wildearth
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1 year
These lion cubs are adorable. Join us today and be part of the world's largest safari vehicle as we venture through the African wilderness. #wildearth #lion #cub
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Throwback Thursday! A leopard cub spots a human! #wildearth #leopard #ThursdayThrowback
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We won! Thanks to all who voted for safariLIVE for this year's Webby Awards. Your support helped us win the People's Voice Award for the best Social Video Series on the web. We are are truly humbled and grateful for this accolade. #safariLIVE
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Bouncy Trouncy Flouncy Pouncy! This morning WE had a bittersweet moment with Thandi and her remaining cub. Our smiles were quickly restored as the cub pounced around this accomplished leopard mother, with @Tristan1986 & Bkay at Djuma Private Game Reserve #wildearth
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Meet Corky's Cub! WE are thrilled to introduce you all to the newest addition to the Djuma Hyena Clan, Corky's Cub, at Djuma Private Game Reserve #wildearth #djuma
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After spending a few days in and around the Manyeleti Game Reserve, the Prince of Djuma Maribye has made his way home. He arrived at Gowrie Dam this evening looking strong and healthy since his surgery in April. The WildEarth team is hoping to follow up on his movements during
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A big voice for a small cub. WE were so happy to see this cute little cub vocalize for the first time on camera with Lauren and David in Djuma private game reserve. Sunrise - 12 March 2021 #wildearth #djuma #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183
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Trumpet Tantrum! WE can't help but smile at this elephant as it experiences all of the emotions while trying to get up from a nap, with Tayla and Gerrit at Pridelands #wildearth #ecotraining #pridelands
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These lions almost touched Cedric! How would you react? #wildearth #lions #expecttheunexpected
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One of WildEarth's most memorable moments in the build up to our sweet 16 birthday. Hosana and the meat pillow. #WildEarth #sweet16 #bestmoments #birthday
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WE loved this special first sighting of cheetah cubs squeaking and walking about clumsily at Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, with Mauritz and David. #wildearth #Tswaluecolive #Tswalu #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183
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Hukumuri, also known to many as " The Huk". Strong, Powerful and Focused! This notable male leopard is surely an incredible sight. #wildearth #leopard #leopardfest
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Tristan Dicks to go LIVE for the next 7 days on @wildearthofficial 's Instagram feed to discuss his photography. Tomorrow, April 25th, the theme will be Hosana. Read more here: #wildearth @Tristan1986
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WildEarth welcomes @andbeyondtravel 's Phinda Private Game Reserve to our daily broadcasts, starting with Sunday's Sunrise Safari. Read more about Phinda, its animals and its guides here: #wildearth
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Patience does pay off, especially when it comes to lion cubs! @andbeyondtravel #wildearth #andbeyondngala #andbeyondtravel
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Four little lion cubs from the River Pride enjoyed an adventure through the plains guided by mom at the Maasai Mara, with David and Bungei. For our South African viewers, you can now watch our 24/7 channel on subscribe now and don't miss out. #wildearth
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It's confirmed, Thandi has two tiny little leopard cubs. @SteveFaulconbr1 and @SebRombi were over the moon upon discovering the new den yesterday afternoon. A chance drive down the Molwati River bed led to the discovery of Thandi's new den. #safariLIVE
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Serval Surprise! Isaac and James struck it lucky by spending the morning with the secretive Serval cat and her two cubs in the Maasai Mara. #wildearth #maasaimara #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183
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So good to see you, boy! #wildearth
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Thank you to all who are concerned about Maribye after the sighting from this morning's Sunrise Safari. The Sabi Sand has seen the footage and is not too concerned as this section of the wound wasn't stitched during the surgery. They will be sharing the images captured this
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Lion cubs and their relentless games! #wildearth #lion #cub #games
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Gabe met his hero today! #bushbrothers #wildearth
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WE were all filled with joy as Maribye showed us that he is made for the wild with Tristan and Morgan at Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Lodge. Sunrise -15 July 2021 Graphic Content, not for sensitive viewers. #wildearth #djuma #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183
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WE witnessed Thandi reclaim her carcass and make a run with it, with Eric and David at Djuma Private Game Reserve. Sunset- 18 October 2021 #wildearth #djuma #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183
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Signal gremlins may have cut our baby elephant in Amakhala sighting short, but the lovely Morgan and Eric managed to get us some cute visuals. Enjoy the cuteness overload! #wildearth
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This leopard cub gets a cleansing motherly bath. #wildearth #leopard
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Welcome to #WildEarth ! Join us on a daily live safari as we go in search of wild animals in the African wilderness. Join us on a LIVE safari as we search for the wild animals of Africa!
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Our prince Maribye looking very comfortable. #wildearth
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Dumi Qwabe joins the team of LIVE guides for @andbeyondtravel Phinda. Read more about him here: #wildearth
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A Beautiful Journey WE witness a rare sighting of giraffes meandering through the beautiful plains of the Maasai Mara game reserve with Isaac and Bungei . Sunrise - 13 November 2020. #wildearth #escapeintonature #expecttheunexpected #dstv183 #maasaimara
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The wet weather safari lads! James and Bkay's set up with Bkay in his house keeping dry! #wildearth
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A lovely memory of a little leopard cub. #wildearth #cute #leopard #cub
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Welcome to #WildEarth ! Join us on a daily live safari as we go in search of wild animals in the African wilderness. Join us on a LIVE safari as we search for the wild animals of Africa!
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When we are young our parents teach us to look both ways before crossing the road. It seems @faulconbridgesteve needs to do the same each time he steps out of the car on safari. Steve dropped his famous one liner "Oh my word!" once again. #safariLIVE
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WE watched a kill from the air! #safariLIVE
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