While we camped in Cape Range National Park, we had the best days of our entire Australia trip. It was pure bliss - the beaches were white, the waters turquoise, the reef was teeming with colorful fish, corals, rays and we even snorkeled with a chill sea turtle!
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My new Sigma zoom lens used for bird photography in Australia
I bought my first proper zoom lens for my Sony a6400 mirrorless camera! After a year of browsing the market, searching for the optimal focus length and weight ratio, while waiting for a good deal, I finally got the lens for my own personal use. The official name of the lens is: SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 … Continue reading My new Sigma zoom lens used for bird photography in Australia
Kalbarri National Park: The Grand Canyon of Australia
Kalbarri National Park is a grand place that took my breath away - it felt surreal standing in the middle of this huge canyon. It was my second favorite place along the West coast of Australia, only beaten by the Ningaloo Reef in Cape Range National Park in the very north-western corner of WA. I … Continue reading Kalbarri National Park: The Grand Canyon of Australia
Rottnest Island: A day trip on bicycle and meeting the Quokka
I spent a day on a self-guided biking trip around Rottnest Island, exploring different beaches and viewpoints along the northern coastline, and of course; looking out for the local wildlife! This part of our journey to Australia was a solo trip for me, and here is my review and recommendations. Enjoy! The place, the legend … Continue reading Rottnest Island: A day trip on bicycle and meeting the Quokka
Four days in the magnificent Faroe Islands
Whether you are just visiting the islands for an extended weekend or in extension with your Iceland adventure, there is lots to see and do in the Faroe Islands. This is my personal experience and lessons learned during my four day visit in this beautiful country. In this post you can read about: What is … Continue reading Four days in the magnificent Faroe Islands
My top 5 gap year travels and experiences in wildlife biology and thoughts on career paths
In the first part of this post you can read about my early career decisions and my process along the way. If you want to jump directly to: "My top 5 adventurous travel suggestions for your gap year or career break for potential wildlife biologists and wildlife technicians." - Skip to the section below if … Continue reading My top 5 gap year travels and experiences in wildlife biology and thoughts on career paths
How volunteering in South Africa changed my perspective on life and traveling
When I was 19 I decided to spend most of my savings on a two-month long journey to South Africa. I had searched online and read good reviews about Global Vision International (GVI), but I did'nt know anyone in person who had been volunteering with GVI. I had never been outside of Europe, never traveled … Continue reading How volunteering in South Africa changed my perspective on life and traveling
ARCAS Guatemala wildlife volunteer
Passionate about wildlife? Eager to learn and use Spanish in a working environment? Look no further! I visited ARCAS Guatemala in lake Petén for a week in October 2018 while I was in the country. This is my own personal experience. Please read the background for more details about the site and how to combat … Continue reading ARCAS Guatemala wildlife volunteer
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Exploring the biggest Maya ruins in Caracol, Belize
The ancient Maya ruins in Caracol was probably the most spectacular place I visited during my stay in Belize. From atop the Mayan temples you can scout far and wide from one of the largest Mayan cities in the World. Caracol is a bit of a drive from San Ignacio, but worth the wait as … Continue reading Exploring the biggest Maya ruins in Caracol, Belize
Jungle hiking and relaxing river tubing in Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary in Belize
Enjoy a day well spent in this amazingly pristine rainforest known as the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, known for its' Jaguars and vast forest. The reserve is well protected and here wildlife thrives, and you can safely hike one or more of the paths if you stay on the trail. End your sweaty hike with … Continue reading Jungle hiking and relaxing river tubing in Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary in Belize
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Hiking in three Slovakian National Parks in just one week
Is it possible to do three national parks in just one week? The answer is: Yes!We hiked some of the most popular hiking trails in three different Slovakian National Parks. It was an arranged trip, but self-guided, with one day-hiking trips and lots of kilometers and not to forget altitude! We visited in mid August … Continue reading Hiking in three Slovakian National Parks in just one week
Hiking in beautiful Mestia
Georgia, Late October, 2019 I arrived in Kutaisi with a direct flight from Copenhagen (both cheap and only 4 hours of flying with WizzAir). Before Mestia, I spent three nights in a small village close to Batumi, where my boyfriend was volunteering at a bird migration hotspot for the NGO Batumi Raptor Count. Going to … Continue reading Hiking in beautiful Mestia
Down to earth in El Remate
El Remate is a perfect, down to earth, town to visit before venturing deeper into Guatemala. I used El Remate as a stepping-stone before visiting Tikal and Flores. I came from San Ignacio in Belize and did the border crossing in the morning, before coming to El Remate. It is a small, quiet and beautiful … Continue reading Down to earth in El Remate
Safari in Tsavo East
You simply cannot visit Kenya without at least one day of safari. I wish I had saved up for at least two-three days in the bush, but instead I had an amazing one-day safari in Tsavo East with lots of cool birds, elephants and antelopes en mass. Since I did not stay inside the park … Continue reading Safari in Tsavo East
Volunteering with elephants in Thailand
I volunteered with the Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (hereafter WFFT) back in 2015 in the summer break between my Bachelors and Masters. This post is about my volunteering experience at the elephant sanctuary, and suggestions about things to do on your day offs around Hua Hin. You can volunteer at any time in your life; … Continue reading Volunteering with elephants in Thailand
Hiking through Rainforests and ancient Mayan temples in Tikal
Tikal National Park and archeological site is an enormously beautiful experience. I got to see it all. Sunset with rainforest and temples in the foreground, diverse wildlife, and well-preserved ruins with lots of history. If you come prepared, this might be the greatest outdoor experience you will get in northern Guatemala! View from Templo IV … Continue reading Hiking through Rainforests and ancient Mayan temples in Tikal
Discover natural history and wildlife in Nairobi
I visited Kenya in November to January 2016-17 during my Masters and collected data for my thesis. I was fortunate to find a project with fieldwork in Kenya, and I collaborated on a project studying a rare songbird, named the Taita apalis, which is only found in one place in the whole world. On that … Continue reading Discover natural history and wildlife in Nairobi
Traveling Female Ornithologist 