Capturing the Moment

Finding the mysterious shifting sands, exploring the cradle of mankind, and ending at the most unbelievable location for a New Years Eve we will never forget.    This was all done as we shifted our focus and location from the vast plains of the Serengeti to the collapsed volcanic crater known as Ngorongoro. Again it was tough to leave the people behind at our remote tent camp in the Serengeti. But there was more of Tanzania that I wanted the Dillons to see so off we went. Magnetic sand The enigmatic shifting sands   There were two choices for our travel between the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. We could fly into the Lake Manyara airstrip and take an hour and half drive on good roads to get to our lodge, or we could do an all day drive heading out of the southeastern Serengeti, and hitting up shifting sands and the Olduvai (Oldupai) gorge on our way to the Crater. Mary thought the family would be inspired by seeing where the Leakey's discovered ...

The Big Three Must-do Adventures on the Big Island of Hawaii Hiking on Lava   When on the Big Island of Hawaii there are three unique adventures that comprise the 'Big 3'. Hiking out to see the ocean entry where lava from Kilauea Volcano is dumping into the sea, Watching the sunset and then star gazing from the summit of the tallest mountain in the world Mauna Kea, and finally to go swimming on the famous manta ray night dive off the Kona coast. You will need 3 different nights and a pretty good rental car to complete all of these amazing and unique feats so good luck. Lava Pictures for Sale    1: Hiking to the Lava Ocean Entry : This can be the deal breaker because even though Kilauea Volcano has been actively erupting since Jan 3rd, 1983 it does not always flow into the ocean. Sometimes the escaping lava can flow back underground through cracks and tunnels, or towards towns like it did two years ago in Pahoa, or just bubble at the lava filled crater lake. ...

Best Hikes on Maui: The Big Three Adventure Hikes Maui is full of amazing hikes. I am going to go over some of my favorite that I have done over the past three years but keep in mind there are still many hikes left for future exploration.  The Commando Hike   This is the biggest secret hike on Maui. I get dozens of people everyday trying to find out information on my blog about this hike. I am still inclined not to give the location of the starting point but just know that if you find someone who will take you prepare to be blown away. This hike is on the road to Hana but not too far from the bamboo forest hike. For the adventure seeker this can be the ultimate hike. You have creek hopping, waterfall climbing, swimming, lava tube spelunking,   giant cows on the trail, a jungle gym of vines, and the possibility of cliff jumping at the end. Not to mention it’s the only hike where you will have to face a waterfall in a lava tube.Be prepared for some tough mo...