In the vast plains of Kidepo Valley National Park, giraffes move with a calmness that seems almost timeless. Their long necks and stately posture rise high above the grass and acacia trees, while their mottled fur blends into the warm light of the savannah. Each step seems thoughtful, each glance imbued with calm wisdom.
Kidepo's giraffes - mainly the rare Rothschild giraffes - are not only a visual highlight, but also a symbol of resilience. They roam the park in small groups, looking for young leaves and shady spots. When the sun is low, they are bathed in a golden glow that further emphasises their elegance.
This photo collection brings the magic of these animals to life: from close-ups of their soft eyes and unique patterns to panoramic images of giraffes silhouetted against the mountains and sky. An ode to the grace, tranquillity and majesty of Kidepo's giraffes - living poetry in Uganda's landscape.
                                
 
                         Grand Canyon at sunriseRick Massar
Grand Canyon at sunriseRick Massar Road through IcelandRick Massar
Road through IcelandRick Massar Grand Canyon at sunrise IIRick Massar
Grand Canyon at sunrise IIRick Massar Scotland - Urquhart Castle at Loch NessRick Massar
Scotland - Urquhart Castle at Loch NessRick Massar Scotland - View of Loch CarronRick Massar
Scotland - View of Loch CarronRick Massar Scotland - View of Loch NessRick Massar
Scotland - View of Loch NessRick Massar Scotland - Small River through the Scottish LandscapeRick Massar
Scotland - Small River through the Scottish LandscapeRick Massar Scotland - River through Scottish LandscapeRick Massar
Scotland - River through Scottish LandscapeRick Massar Scotland - Typical Scottish Country Road with Stone WallRick Massar
Scotland - Typical Scottish Country Road with Stone WallRick Massar Scotland - Culloden Battlefield MemorialRick Massar
Scotland - Culloden Battlefield MemorialRick Massar Scotland - An Lochan Uaine - The Green LakeRick Massar
Scotland - An Lochan Uaine - The Green LakeRick Massar Scotland - An Lochan Uaine - The Green LakeRick Massar
Scotland - An Lochan Uaine - The Green LakeRick Massar Scotland, Isle of Skye - Sea views during the Quiraing hikeRick Massar
Scotland, Isle of Skye - Sea views during the Quiraing hikeRick Massar Scotland - Mealt Falls waterfall on Isle of SkyeRick Massar
Scotland - Mealt Falls waterfall on Isle of SkyeRick Massar Scotland - View from Old Man of StorrRick Massar
Scotland - View from Old Man of StorrRick Massar Scotland - Rainbow with a view during the Quiraing hikeRick Massar
Scotland - Rainbow with a view during the Quiraing hikeRick Massar Scotland - Old Man of StorrRick Massar
Scotland - Old Man of StorrRick Massar Scotland - Wild camping overlooking the Isle of SkyeRick Massar
Scotland - Wild camping overlooking the Isle of SkyeRick Massar Scotland - Small river through the Scottish countrysideRick Massar
Scotland - Small river through the Scottish countrysideRick Massar Scotland - Eilean Donan castle during the rainRick Massar
Scotland - Eilean Donan castle during the rainRick Massar