Safari: a journey in search of nature’s beauty

A safari is more than a vacation; it is a pilgrimage into the heart of the wild, a deliberate journey in search of nature’s most profound and untamed beauty. It begins not with a sight, but with a sound—the pre-dawn chorus of birds, the distant whoop of a hyena, the deep, resonant silence of the savanna waiting for the sun. This journey is an exercise in recalibrating the soul, learning to see the world not through a screen, but through the dust-hazed light of a new day.

A safari is a journey that changes us. It strips away the superfluous and reminds us of a rhythm older than humanity itself. We return not just with photographs, but with a renewed sense of wonder, carrying the indelible imprint of the wild—the memory of a beauty that is fierce, fragile, and utterly essential.

This photo collection captures the beautiful, memorable encounters with nature during our safari trips across African countries. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.

Samson So is an ecologist who likes traveling, astronomy, and diving. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science (B.Sc.),  Master of Philosophy in Ecology (M.Phil.), and Master of Journalism (M.J.) from the University of Hong Kong. Samson founded the Eco Institute in 2005, which works on environmental education programmes for schools, the corporate sector, and the general public. Since 2012, Samson has led eco-tours to over 25 countries in Africa, South America, Eurasia, and Southeast Asia. Through his photography, articles, and guided tours in Hong Kong and overseas countries, Samson strives to promote nature appreciation and ecological conservation. He is a two-time judge for the National Geographic Hong Kong Contests. Samson is also a PADI diving instructor and HKTIA licensed outbound escort guide. His is currently a Nikon Creator and Nikon School photography instructor.

This is a 30cm x 30cm, 128 pages, hard cover, color book, using Japanese matte art paper, printed in Hong Kong.