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African Wildlife — Through the Lens of Smithsonian Journeys Experts

Scene from the Great Migration. Credit: Kirt Kempter Up-close view of zebras. Credit: Kirt Kempter Elephant mother and calf. Credit: Grant Nel Pair of male lions. Credit: Kirt Kempter Two female lions with cubs. Credit: Kirt Kempter Close-up of a cheetah. Credit: Kirt Kempter Close-up of an elephant. Credit: Don Wilson Great herd of wildebeest. Credit: Grant Nel Rhino on the savanna. Credit: Smithsonian Journeys Expert Grant Nel Giraffe trio. Credit: Grant Nel Elephant and calves amid acacia trees. Credit: Kirt Kempter Lilac breasted roller. Credit: Don Wilson Crowned crane. Credit: Don Wilson View of Ngorongoro Crater from the ridge. Credit: Kirt Kempter Witnessing a traditional Maasai dance. Credit: Kirt Kempter Traditional Maasai dance. Credit: Grant Nel

It goes without saying that our Smithsonian Journeys Experts are multi-talented. And many of them are fabulous photographers. We hope you enjoy this photo gallery, comprised of insightful, evocative, and engaging images taken on safari by Experts Kirt Kempter, Nel Grant, and Don Wilson. If a safari has always been on your "bucket list" you may want to join one of our safaris next year to experience it with one of our Experts...through the Smithsonian lens.

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