Africa's Eden: Mana Pools National Park

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  • Byron joins ‪@TheSafariExpert‬ and friends for a journey of a lifetime in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe with wild camping at Nyamepi, on the banks of the Zambezi river.
    Thank you to Villiers Steyn and 'Drive Botswana' for making this trip possible.
    Get in touch in the comments below or head to...
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  • @TheSafariExpert
    @TheSafariExpert 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +29

    Byron, you are a master film-maker and story-teller and have just quite possibly posted the best ever video about Mana Pools on TH-cam! But more than that, you are a super human being - having you along on this wild wild journey was such a pleasure and we can’t wait to share more sightings, beers and jokes with you in the future, hopefully in the wildest of places… Until next time 😉

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      That means a lot, thanks so much man! Thanks for taking me along on this trip of a lifetime and I also can’t wait for more adventures 😁

  • @annak1388
    @annak1388 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    This got to be one of the best wildlife videos I have ever seen.
    I am absolutely stunned.
    You have a gift of storytelling, and I am privileged to be able to take part of it.
    Thank you!

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Wow, thanks so much for the amazing feedback 🙏🏼

  • @matteogiorgino4491
    @matteogiorgino4491 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    with this sort of film making i wouldnt be surprised to hear of you taking part in the biggest nature documentaries globally, awesome stuff

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Woah, thanks so much! Super encouraging 🙏🏼

  • @jedward348
    @jedward348 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Wow wow wow, Byron.....you are an incredible story teller and you weave the magic of your spectacular photography and videography with incredible musical score,which just adds to whole package of viewing magic which captivates from start to finish.
    Well done Brother
    You are amazing and I look forward to every vlog because I know it will be an absolutely sensory delight.
    Well well done, and pls keep them coming
    In awe of your talent 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Super grateful for the kind words, Jed! Thanks for being here as always 🙏🏼

  • @conservationcorrigan
    @conservationcorrigan วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Buddy, I really don't know what to say, I'm speechless... This is pure quality, simple as that.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks a ton, man! Really appreciate that 🙏🏼

  • @colejohnston2186
    @colejohnston2186 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Byron,
    WildWild Journeys is taking you places man
    Magical content and filming once again Bud
    You're living the dream indeed man
    Keep up the great work and following your dreams man
    Exceptional work and look forward to the next adventure you're heading to
    Well done Bud!

  • @Slabbert90
    @Slabbert90 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Your camera tracking of that African skimmer was excellent. The rest of the video is great too. Amazing footage

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you. Those Skimmers are incredibly fast, not sure how I managed.

  • @wesselbotha3928
    @wesselbotha3928 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Probably the best wildlife video I've seen! Amazing💪

  • @iammatt72
    @iammatt72 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Needless to say, you've done it again. Taken us on a special journey into the beautiful bush. Some truly amazing footage and experiences. Well done Byron.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Matt! Glad you enjoyed it

  • @NgonidzaisheNgonidzashe
    @NgonidzaisheNgonidzashe วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    This is the best Mana Pools video I have ever watched. Love from Zimbabwe

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Wow, that means a lot, thanks so much! Love your country 🇿🇼

  • @michaelflinn7784
    @michaelflinn7784 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Byron you have nourished my soul yet again. Never stop doing this.
    I'm also so pleased you are 'teaming' with Villiers, he's my other fav Safari guy.
    I can't believe how those trees dwarfed the ellies. I'd love to see it for myself soon. I'll nag you for advice 😅.
    Thanks for sharing

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much, Michael! Was great to be there with Villiers 💯 you should definitely try get there someday, you’ll love it!

  • @TracyRansfield
    @TracyRansfield 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    I was here this time last year from New Zealand and although I had numerous photos and videos I shared with friends and family the true visual magic and energy this unbelievable place is was not captured as you indeed have. . This took me back there with you and I could almost smell it again.. Kiora.. Much gratitude.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much. Glad this was able to take you back there again

  • @WILD_GAMINGYT_
    @WILD_GAMINGYT_ 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Yoo family wake up
    Wild wild journeys posted a epic new video!😂
    I have been waiting for this!!!😮

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Haha thank you! 🙌🏼👊🏼

  • @deeroelofsz
    @deeroelofsz 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Absolutely stunning video Byron! This must be the best video we've ever seen of my favourite park in Southern Africa, I can never get enough of Mana Pools regardless of having to drive the gauntlet of terrible roads!
    Your footage is truly exquisite. I loved the African Skimmer, wish I had seen them when we were there in July.
    You have to love Nyamepi & all it's resident ellies.
    BTW Lovemore took Gavin & Jimmy walking at Chitake Springs while we were there. Great guy!
    Great to see you together with @TheSafariExpert Villiers & Tabby, what a fantastic combination you guys make!
    Loved every minute of this video, thank you for sharing 🙏🏻🙌🏼*

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much, that’s amazing to hear. The Skimmer is one of my fav birds now! That’s great, all the staff there are amazing. Lovemore was fantastic..
      Was great to share the experience with Villiers and friends 🙏🏼

  • @SLIQpam
    @SLIQpam 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Ekse, Your channel deserves to be on 100k subs just based on your quality content

  • @robmelville9834
    @robmelville9834 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    So many happy memories of Mana and you have captured the spirit of that magical place beautifully.

  • @charleschare6624
    @charleschare6624 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    What a privilege to meet you guys with your friends @thesafari expect !!!
    At long pool birder paradise and the world infested crocodile pool .

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Great pleasure to meet you too!

  • @sweetpea6179
    @sweetpea6179 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    This is the most magnificent footage J have ever seen. Thank you. I enjoy your lack of ego . Brilliant

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I really appreciate that, thank you

  • @Palmguy222
    @Palmguy222 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Stunning!

  • @lylejarvel4586
    @lylejarvel4586 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Great stuff man! Super content - the quality of your filming is top-notch, and I really enjoyed watching your visit to Mana Pools. As a fellow bush lover tuning in from Europe, this brought back so many great memories of the wild. Keep up the fantastic work - I look forward to watching this channel grow.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Wow thanks so much, I’m happy to bring some memories of the bush over to you there! Thanks for being here

  • @michaelgarlickmovies
    @michaelgarlickmovies 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Some incredible shots here. This is so incredibly well done. Tremendous.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks Michael, I really appreciate that

    • @michaelgarlickmovies
      @michaelgarlickmovies 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@WildWildJourneys You deserve a million subscribers

  • @krisaudsley5892
    @krisaudsley5892 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    thank you!, love all your videos, but this one was perfectly special. keep up the amazing work 👏

  • @sawildlife24
    @sawildlife24 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Another beautiful production 😩😍

  • @bornufree
    @bornufree 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Magical, immersive, like a sorcerer you have hypnotised your audience
    It’s reassuring to know such special places exist❤

  • @smurgy99
    @smurgy99 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Once again you've made a wonderful film. You really do have an eye for this. Thank you for an informative, excellent video. Another place for our bucket list.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much. Hope you can get there someday

  • @raymondchikuku1809
    @raymondchikuku1809 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Boy you had fun. Love your editing and camera eye. I believe Mana pools is in the top 4 of Africa's best national parks. I might be biased being a Zimbo myself but I am sure many would agree. The place is magical. I hope they keep the Ellies population in check otherwise we will lose all those trees that make the place a mystical paradise.
    The bird life is incredible too.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much, we had the time of our lives! I would agree with that for sure even though I still many others to visit.. was also super impressed by the birdlife

  • @Washillyzi
    @Washillyzi 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Water is the biggest issue that is affecting these parks because of the drought there’s no doubt that this is one of the best wildlife documentary to come out of Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much! Really hope the drought ends soon 🤞🏼🙏🏼

  • @TheMavExpedition
    @TheMavExpedition 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Great video Byron! This is best video by far. The skimmer shot was incredible and Boswel showing up gave me goosebumps! Thank you for taking us with you to mana pools

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! The Skimmer might just be my new favorite bird

  • @4x4offroadtravels
    @4x4offroadtravels ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wow, this is hands down the best video I’ve ever seen of Mana Pools! You’ve captured the beauty and essence of the place so well-breathtaking shots and amazing storytelling. It really feels like you’ve brought the wild to life. Congrats on an incredible job! Looking forward to seeing more from you.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      That’s incredible to hear, thank you so very much!

  • @meks4by4overlanding21
    @meks4by4overlanding21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Beautiful episode, I am planning to visit this place next year and nyamepi campsite is my preferred choice

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you.. you’re going to absolutely love it!

  • @MorkelErasmus
    @MorkelErasmus 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Fabulous video, Byron. It was a great pleasure meeting you all while walking with the mighty Boswell. Will subscribe to your channel for sure. See you out there again!

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks so much, Morkel. Pleasure meeting you out there like that as well

  • @SpacLingwood
    @SpacLingwood 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Sunday routine restored 👌🏼

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeees thanks for watching as always dude

  • @michaeltodd5119
    @michaeltodd5119 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Your videography is excellent! Just watched from a wild, wild Wales. A new lifetime viewer right here :-)

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much - happy to be reaching Wales!

    • @jenniferwalker9407
      @jenniferwalker9407 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Another spectacular production of wildlife and magic views. Great to see you have joined Villiers Stein he is also one of my favourites. Helps to keep me happy in the UK. Thank you.

  • @Bush_maniac
    @Bush_maniac ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    Byron, this was exceptional! You are on to something very special. Keep it up - this channel is going places 🙏🏼

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  25 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much man, appreciate it!

  • @romy2057
    @romy2057 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    That was breathtaking Byron!! I loved every minute of it

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’m so glad! Thank you so much

  • @tafadzwamabuto7890
    @tafadzwamabuto7890 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    🎉 you are cut above the rest ! What any editing.

  • @PaulFouche-hf2cu
    @PaulFouche-hf2cu 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I worked in Mana for 5 years… Goliath Camp… and Givers was fantastic to work with… motors and engines… from the landless to the water pumps he kept the camp running.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Must’ve been amazing to be there for 5 years. Could tell that Givers is a remarkable man. Happy to have met him

  • @AndrewSenior
    @AndrewSenior 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Top notch stuff! Thank you for sharing this with us! Very well done - so great to watch and really got the senses going. Mana Pools is just the most magical place!

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks so much, Andrew! Magical indeed…

  • @carlmashale
    @carlmashale วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a wonderful video.. beautifully put together. Well done Byron

  • @stephanietaylor7532
    @stephanietaylor7532 วันที่ผ่านมา

    WOW Byron, this is amazing footage! Those African skimmers are so fast. Great video. Thanks for taking us along with you ✨

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Stephanie! Yes, even at half speed they look so fast on the video.. amazing birds 💯

  • @nerinecruywagen2008
    @nerinecruywagen2008 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What an amazing video! Thank you, Byron!

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! Appreciate you being here

  • @pamelameela
    @pamelameela วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow that was fantastic!!! I didn't want it to end. Thank you Byron.

  • @SharleneFondini
    @SharleneFondini วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautifully captured...nature is just therapeutic

  • @rogerbrownart
    @rogerbrownart 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great Video ...Mana pools is on my bucket list of places to visit

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you. Hope you get there someday

  • @naturetraveller385
    @naturetraveller385 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Just incredible… wow! You’ve got a new subscriber!

  • @deirdresmith8326
    @deirdresmith8326 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    This was so wonderful to watch. Thanks for sharing some of the best footage I’ve seen in many years. Absolutely soul food quality !

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much!

  • @kathleenjones1399
    @kathleenjones1399 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful place. Wow!

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for watching!

  • @dereksmith4780
    @dereksmith4780 10 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Byron , love your work ! Amazing please keep doing what your doing . It really helps living vicariously through you when I miss the bush so much👍

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  9 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you, Derek! I certainly don’t plan on stopping anytime soon 💯 glad the videos help in some way

  • @theunispotgieter8620
    @theunispotgieter8620 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Byron , really you good , no the best . Thanks for a very good video and I love the storey. Keep up the very good work .

  • @iankennedy6295
    @iankennedy6295 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Byron, you are a super talented videographer and storyteller...your work is captivating! Thank you for sharing with the world 😊

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much, Ian 🙏🏼

  • @Mtabisimndlovu
    @Mtabisimndlovu 12 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful documentary sir , keep it up . I am a Safari guide at Manapools

  • @TusckOverlanding
    @TusckOverlanding 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Another Fantastic episode Byron! You never seem to stop amaze me. Thanks for this, and your passion sharing! @TheSafariExpert - awesome!

  • @blueg7y
    @blueg7y 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    absolutely beautiful

  • @flatdog1951
    @flatdog1951 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another wonderful video from the Master Storyteller.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank so much, appreciate you watching these!

  • @joejames4231
    @joejames4231 9 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    What a beautiful video Byron 👏👏👏. You have captured the magic and majesty of what I believe to be one of the most magical places on earth. To me, Mana Pools is the beating heart of Africa and I fell in love with this place on the very first time we visited in 2019. Your videos just keep getting better and better and I can’t wait to see your next production.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  9 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks so much, Joe. To be fair, the beauty and magic of the place made it very easy to capture. Agree with it being the beating heart of Africa 💯

  • @RoseDouglasTravelwithUsExplore
    @RoseDouglasTravelwithUsExplore วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey Byron, this has to be the best video you have made. We so enjoyed it.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Wow, that’s amazing to hear. Thank you so much

  • @jdm1078
    @jdm1078 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Epic!

  • @MarcWilson1000
    @MarcWilson1000 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Perfect Byron. ❤

  • @jarredventer7126
    @jarredventer7126 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    What an incredible video!

  • @rhodesia1578
    @rhodesia1578 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Nicely created Byron . It was good to meet you at Mana during my one month long stay , you kindly helped a friend with her file transfer on her PC , much appreciated . Mana is a very unique and wild park . I have photographed it for many years now , it always delivers more than one expects . But never go with expectations , this season was the best year I have experienced in terms of sightings. You did a fantastic job on your videography , well done . Best wishes Ross Sayers Photography .

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks so much, Ross. It was great meeting you too. Very wise words there as well. Good to hear you had great sightings this year!

    • @rhodesia1578
      @rhodesia1578 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@WildWildJourneys keep up the great work Byron , you got a great channel which I throughly enjoy , this one you did justice to a special place where I was born . You had a brief stay but you captured lots in that time , Mana is doing it tough again this season with what looks like a bad drought with just about all but long pool drying up totally if they don’t receive rain soon , I fear the worst if they don’t get rain soon sadly . It’s the food the wildlife don’t have , water is plenty because of the Zambezi . Stay well .

  • @KianKista
    @KianKista 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Excellent video

  • @andriesvantonder9877
    @andriesvantonder9877 5 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much for an amazing video of a place very dear to me. There is no place like it. It is wilderness at its best.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it

  • @mppaing
    @mppaing 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I know it's long video but I want to watch more and more cuz your video is amazing ❤

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Washillyzi
    @Washillyzi 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful shots

  • @muriradecideitai6880
    @muriradecideitai6880 12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Fabulous 🤩 keep it 🔥🔥

  • @bextra1968
    @bextra1968 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You’re amazing!

  • @Clint-thoughts-travels
    @Clint-thoughts-travels 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Very nice, thank you Byron. WHen I get to RSA next time, I will head up to Mana Pools. I was in the defense forces there many years ago.

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you. That’s a great idea, I’m sure a return would be fantastic

  • @vp9239
    @vp9239 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Awesome trip and one of the best videos of Mana I have ever seen. Those shots at 41:04 and 41:08 are breathtaking...May I know which time of the year was this filmed?

    • @WildWildJourneys
      @WildWildJourneys  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much! This was a month ago, mid-September. The Zambezi was low enough for the elephants to quite easily walk across...

  • @dylanlizette
    @dylanlizette 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wow.....nothing else to say

  • @nqumthemba
    @nqumthemba วันที่ผ่านมา

    Jys Dez mun. Meaning Good

  • @discover4965
    @discover4965 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow.

  • @ahappyguy7695
    @ahappyguy7695 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    47:50 The power of manifestation is real.

  • @jdgomes4451
    @jdgomes4451 วันที่ผ่านมา

    @12:31 😂😂😂

  • @jennaholten3009
    @jennaholten3009 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just loved that 🫶🏻 can’t get enough of these journeys!!