【野生動物】大迫力のアフリカ旅行vlog｜ケニア＆タンザニア サファリで体験する大自然の奇跡🌏｜AFRICA Kenya & Tanzania Safari Tour｜4K
The magnificent savanna, where wildlife thrives. This is a journey through an animal paradise. In August, I went on a game safari to Kenya and Tanzania in Africa. This time, I traveled across borders in a jeep to four famous game reserves. It took a three-hour drive from Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, to Lake Nakuru National Park. Lake Nakuru National Park is famous for its diverse range of over 400 bird species and the relatively easy sighting of rare rhinos. The safari began. After exploring for a while, we encountered a herd of zebras. They ran off, seemingly wary of us. While Amani was explaining the animals to us, we spotted buffalo. We came across two buffalo fighting. Apparently, it was a sibling fight. While this usually ends quickly, this time it was a long fight. Unable to bear watching, the father buffalo stepped in to stop the two. After the buffalo fight ended, we resumed exploring. Next, we spotted a giraffe. Surprisingly, the giraffes were also fighting. This behavior is called necking, and males butt their necks to show off their strength to females. The two cubs were only about six months old and seemed to be just playing around. Later, we encountered some zebras playing. This seems to be a common sight here. It was here that Amani spotted something. A wounded rhino was lying nearby. Her companions rushed over, worried. Sensing their companion’s presence, she stood up. It didn’t seem to be seriously injured. The white rhino’s name doesn’t come from its white appearance. Its wide mouth, specialized for eating grass on the ground, is a corrupted version of the English word “wide,” hence the name. Rhino horns are not made of bone, but from multiple layers of hair. They sometimes rub their horns against trees and rocks to shape them. In the distance, we spotted a white rhino with its calf. The mother walks in front of her calf to protect it from danger. Elsewhere, we spotted a black rhino with its calf. This was our first encounter with a carnivore since our visit. They are known for being cunning animals that devour carrion. We spent a lively night at the inn. We went to see the birds that gather around Lake Nakuru, a unique feature of the area. There are many species of birds in the lake. Apparently, the rising water level and reduced food sources have led to a decline in the flamingo population. We also spotted a beautiful bird in the distance. True to its name, the crest-like feathers on its head are the national bird of Uganda. After this, Amani guided us to a Maasai village. After a rugged journey, we arrived at the Maasai village. He showed us around the village. Outside, there were many cows. Apparently, a traditional village custom is to give 10 cows to the bride’s family at the time of marriage. He also performed the Maasai Adum, or jump dance. He then led us to his home. He told us about their current lifestyle. They continue to raise livestock and cherish traditional culture, including rituals. At the same time, they also have a modern side, earning money by working as night guards within the park. The Maasai maintain their traditional identity while adapting to modern society. Finally, I was introduced to the person in the village who could jump the highest. Among the Maasai, the highest jumper is able to marry the most beautiful woman in the village. Apparently, this jumping ability is not innate, but acquired through daily training. We spent the night at a campsite in the Maasai Mara. The Milky Way was beautiful. The Maasai Mara National Reserve is Kenya’s most famous safari destination, a quintessential African savanna, with its vast grasslands and acacia trees. It’s possible to see all five of them. The safari begins. This day’s safari begins early in the morning. After driving for a while, we spotted a vulture, known for its delicacy in finding carrion, perched in a tree. Nearby, we spotted a hyena scavenging on a buffalo carcass. Hyenas are also known as the savanna’s cleaners. They tear flesh with their powerful jaws, even crushing hard bones. They ate without even a second glance. Next, we encountered a herd of African elephants. They are slightly larger than Asian elephants found in Thailand and other areas, and both males and females have tusks. Apparently, male African elephants leave their herds when they reach maturity and form groups with females from other herds. A cheetah gracefully strolls across the savanna. Unlike lions, they act alone and hunt during the day. Capable of running at speeds of over 100 km/h, they have a very high hunting success rate. Despite their striking appearance, cheetahs are difficult to spot when they move into the grass. Can we spot a cheetah among them? Here it is. It has just woken up and looks very sleepy. It’s a warthog, the inspiration for Pumbaa in The Lion King. Perhaps it was a baby rush that day, as we observed many families with children. What luck! We received a radio call reporting the discovery of a leopard, and rushed to the scene. Leopards are said to be the most difficult of the Big 5 to spot due to their excellent camouflage. Many cars had gathered at the site, but we had lost sight of the leopard. And there it was! Although I couldn’t see it clearly, I could clearly make out its leopard print. As I continued running, I spotted another of the Big 5. Lions are known as the kings of beasts, but contrary to popular belief, they spend most of the day sleeping. Being nocturnal, they avoid the sun during the day and take naps in the shade like this. Lions belong to the feline family, but looking at this, they truly look like big cats. However, even these cute lions are carnivores. Next to where the lion was sleeping was the carcass of a buffalo, presumably killed the day before. According to Amani, the lion hunted around the bloodstains and dragged it all the way there. Many scavengers gather around the lion, hoping to get some scraps. This jackal, however, missed out on the scraps because the lions were awake. At dusk, I spotted a male lion on the side of the road. It was my first time hearing a lion’s snoring, but the deep bass was so powerful that it made me tense up even in the car. After a long 15-hour sleep, I headed out for the night. I enjoyed a delicious meal at the inn. African food is truly delicious. Today, we crossed the border into Tanzania and entered Serengeti National Park. Serengeti means “endless plain” in the Masai language. Home to over 3 million animals, it boasts a vast area about 10 times the size of the Masai Mara and a diverse landscape. Our safari begins. As we drive across the vast plains, we spot something resting in the shade of a tree. It has a slender body and a small face like a cheetah. It’s a “serval,” also known as the supermodel of the savanna. It primarily lives alone. It hunts using its hind legs, capable of jumping over 3 meters . It seems to have spotted something, looking around. It took off! I couldn’t see it in the bush, but it seemed to have caught some prey. Hippos are among the most ferocious animals, but their skin is extremely sensitive to dryness. Because of this, they spend the day submerged in water. They sometimes even bathe with their tails. Just as I thought that, a huge spurt of food came out of its rear end. The hippopotamus was shaking its tail to scatter its droppings, spreading its scent and claiming its territory. Fast ears. I spotted a jackal. It seemed to have found some food and was running. However, the bird was also plotting to steal the food the jackal had found. Taking advantage of a momentary gap, the jackal took off running. In the next moment, it had the gazelle’s leg in its mouth. It hid the food in a hole to show the bird that it had nothing. It seemed to have successfully secured the food. On its way back, a hyena also came along. At the time, I still thought it had a cute face. We stayed in tents in the Serengeti. I never expected to see animals so close. The tent was clean and comfortable. But… At night, we heard the sound of grazing near our tent. In the middle of the night, we began to hear hyenas howling. Then, we heard the sound of them running around the tent. Peeking through the gap in the tent, we saw a hyena running right in front of us. It was a sleepless night of fear. We safely made it to morning. We passed through the Serengeti and headed to Ngorongoro. Along the way, we spotted some Maasai grazing their animals. This was our final safari. The Ngorongoro Crater, formed by a volcanic eruption, is approximately 20km in diameter and is home to approximately 25,000 animals, who spend their entire lives inside the crater. Our safari began. Ngorongoro was the first time we’d seen such a large herd of wildebeest. Contrary to the name, they are a prime target for predators like lions and cheetahs. For this reason, they sometimes move together with other herbivores. Wildebeests bathe in dust to remove parasites, and males sometimes cover their bodies with dirt to claim territory. Wildebeests are part of the “Ugly 5,” a group of animals considered to be somewhat ugly-looking. A wildebeest suddenly started running. Looking in the opposite direction from where the wildebeest was running, I saw a male lion walking leisurely. Its face and fur were different from those seen at the zoo. Judging from its bloated belly, it seemed to have already eaten. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to see the lions hunting on this trip. However, I was able to see many animals up close and experience the power and beauty of nature, something I don’t experience in my daily life. I definitely want to visit Kenya and Tanzania again.
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今回の旅は、ケニア（ナクル湖国立公園、マサイマラ国立保護区） とタンザニア（セレンゲティ国立公園、ンゴロンゴロ保全地域） で、野生動物たちが暮らすサバンナの大地を巡ってきました🐘✨
アフリカサファリの魅力を詰め込んだ動画を、ぜひ楽しんでもらえると嬉しいです🎥
This journey took us across Kenya (Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve) and Tanzania (Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area), exploring the vast savannahs where incredible wildlife roams 🐘✨
We’ve captured the true charm of an African safari in this video, and we hope you’ll enjoy watching it 🎥
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🏨宿泊施設｜Places to Stay
📍Lake Nakuru Lodge
📍Enkorok Safari Camps
https://www.enkoroksafaricamp.com
📍Osinon Camps & Lodges
📍Ngorongoro coffee lodge
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CHAPTER LIST📝
00:00 オープニング｜opening
00:37 ナクル湖｜Lake Nakuru National Park
05:02 マサイ村｜Maasai Village
06:45 マサイマラ｜Maasai Mara National Reserve
11:57 セレンゲティ｜Serengeti National Park
14:41 夜のキャンプ｜safari night camp
15:51 ンゴロンゴロ｜Ngorongoro Conservation Area
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初めてのアフリカサファリ、ガイドさんのおかげで素敵な経験がたくさんできました🐘✨