My life is an incredible adventure that has taken me down some very exciting and extraordinary paths. I have been fortunate to be able to follow my passions in life. This has been a challenge, and at times a difficult road, but worth it in unimaginable ways. A life with tigers and lions has been a dream of mine since I was a child. My work with the big cats eventually led me to wildlife conservation in East Africa. Currently, I am working for the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Uganda. In 1998, the sanctuary was founded by Dr. Jane Goodall and a group of founding trustees. This website is an account of my journey.
Visiting Murchison Falls National Park in Uganda, East Africa was a spectacular experience. I saw beautiful elephants living together in family groups. Their tusks are stunning and gargantuan. How can poachers and criminals be so heartless, slaughtering […]
Trekking to the Asheton Maryam Monastery in Lalibela Ethiopia was very scenic. The Lasta mountains and craggy escarpments were spectacular to see during this journey. Lalibela is a UNESCO World Heritage sight, famous for the 12th-13th century rock-hewn Ethiopian Orthodox Christian churches.
I love the skies in Rwanda, especially during dawn and dusk. This photo was taken during my road trip to Bugesera, located in the Eastern province.
Akagera National Park is one of my favorite places in Africa. This park is located in north eastern Rwanda along the border of Tanzania. It is named after the Akagera […]
I was especially excited to see the hippos, zebras, and crocodiles in Akagera. After working around these animals for so many years in animal parks, It was a thrill to see them in the wild.
Good News Guest House is a fantastic place to stay. I’ve been here for the last 2 days, and am very happy. The accommodations are great, and the staff is […]
The water in this extinct volcano is jade green in color. I’ve never seen anything like it. If you visit Ethiopia, I highly recommend visiting this place. It’s just outside […]
The wildlife in Rwanda’s Akagera National Park is abundant. African Wart Hogs are so comical to watch. They will always make me laugh. I took care of the Wart Hogs […]
My visit to Rwanda was incredible. This is a view of Lake Kivu which is a fantastic travel destination. The rolling green hills seem to go one forever.
Chris Austria 