PF-PICS

As part of the Brussels Nature Days, I will be exhibiting selected nature images from Belgium in Brussels!

Ort: Burg Eltz, Wierschem, Deutschland Datum: 28.06.2020, Nachmittag Kameradaten: Sony a6000 - Samyang 12mm f2.0 ISO 250 - 1/1250s Geschichte: Unseren zweiten Besuch der Burg verbanden wir mit einer Wanderung, dem "Traumpfad", die wir in einem kleinen Wanderführer für die deutsche Eifel/Moselregion fanden. Am Tag vorher haben wir auf einem Camping an der Mosel übernachtet, natürlich mit allen Corona-Maßnahmen etc.. Am Morgen ging es dann auf nach Wierschem, dem Startpunkt fü

After such a long time in the city, nature calls loud and clear! We have been to a few jungles already but are finally in THE Amazon. And it doesn't disappoint with long jungle walks, many animals and warm weather. In the South of Peru, we discover the highest navigable lake, lake Titicaca, at around 4000m altitude with its special climate and beautiful islands. - Nach langer Zeit in der Stadt ruft die Natur wieder ziemlich laut nach uns. Zwar waren wir schon in einigen Regen

We make it to Cusco - starting point to some of South Americas finest sights. We have all seen pictures about Machu Picchu but the real thing is absolutely breathtaking - literally. We decide to climb the Machu Picchu Mountain and arrive exhausted but happy to the top. The same can be said a few days later at the rainbow mountains, a stunning landscape in over 5000m. Breathing problems are normal here. But Cusco has more to offer: Inca ruins, lagoons, salt flats - impossible

Our first part through Peru takes us from Lima to the coast, where Caro can finally try out kitesurfing. We visit an oasis in the desert before meeting friends in Arequipa to discover the Colca Canyon together at around 4000m. - Unsere ersten Abenteuer in Peru bringen uns von Lima an die Küste, wo Caro endlich Kitesurfen entdecken kann. Wir besuchen eine Oasis in der Wüste ehe es nach Arequipa geht, wo wir Freunde wiedersehen und gemeinsam den Colca Canyon auf 4000m erforsche

We rushed through Ecuador in only two weeks but these were packed with adventures. We took amazing walks in high altitudes, experiencing altitude sickness for the first time. These were only topped by paragliding through the Andes. We went birding in Mindo, city-tripping in Quito, boating around the "Galapagos islands for the poor" and stood on the equator. Small country with lots to offer! - Wir haben Ecuador in nur zwei Wochen erkundet, aber diese Zeit war voller Abenteuer.

Our time on Maui was short and included a lot of driving through nature. At the same time, the drive from the hot rain forests to the cool volcano summits offers a lot to see, with some peaceful bird spotting along the way. - Von unserer kurzen Zeit auf Maui haben wir einen Grossteil im Auto verbracht. Allerdings bietet dies auch die perfekte Möglichkeit, von den heissen Regenwäldern bis zu den kühlen Vulkanspitzen alles zu sehen. Inklusive intensiven Vogelbeobachtungen. #Son

The Big Island welcomes us with rain. A nice change to the otherwise very hot weather. The main attraction here is the Volcanoes National Park. Unfortunately, lava isn't flowing here anymore but the landscape full of craters, lava and the corresponding vegetation invites for long hikes nonetheless. On the other side of the island, it is hot and dry again so we welcome the opportunity to hop in the water to swim with rays. It became a very close and unforgettable encounter! -

Welcome to the garden island! Luckily, we rented a 4WD and went out camping - probably the best way to enjoy this island full of natural wonders. While the stunning cliffs of the Na Pali coast, massive waterfalls, white beaches, cute little towns, and forests of colourful rainbow trees are all impressive, the Waimea Canyon, the 'Grand Canyon' of the Pacific stands out and leaves us speachless while looking down from the rim. Kaua'i, you're hot! - Willkommen auf der 'Garten In

Every surfer's dream destination: Hawai'i! Unbelievably, the main island of O'ahu is a jewel even in high season. The island just has it all: culture, beaches, mountains, birds, views, music, dances, history and this uncomparable surfer's vibe where my heart skips a beat. And best of all: our friend Daniela joins us on this adventure. Aloha! - Hawai'i - das Paradies von dem jeder Surfer träumt! Unglaublich aber wahr: die Hauptinsel O'ahu behält ihren Charme sogar in der Haupt

We have visitors! Dear friends from Australia came to explore the North Island with us. So in just 10 days, we saw the very best the North has to offer. - Wir haben Besuch! Liebe Freunde aus Australien wollen mit uns die Nordinsel erkunden. Somit haben wir in nur 10 Tagen das Beste vom Besten im Norden erkundet. #Neuseeland #Bayofislands #Waitangi #Cathedralcove #Southwardscarmuseum #opossum #waiotapu #champagnepool #devilsbath #coromandel #Sony

We are back on the North Island and after a nice dinner with friends in Wellington, we head north towards the East Coast. We love the coast - mainly because of its lack of tourists! After the crazy busy South Island, we take a step back and relax, enjoy the loneliness and calmness of this area. To our surprise, we also fall in love with its main city hub, Napier. Taking an easy stroll around the city searching for the stunning Wall Art definitely is a highlight in every way!

We make Kaikoura with its surf, beaches, mountains and cute city center our first longer stop. Via the website helpx.net, we found a family on the coast where we would get free accommodation and food in exchange for helping out in the gardens. Given it all goes really well, we stay for 10 days and leave with great memories and newly found friends. - In Kaikoura mit seinen tollen Stränden, Surfmöglichkeiten, Bergen und Stadtzentrum wollen wir unseren ersten längeren Stop mache

Western New Zealand is dominated by the spectacular Mount Taranaki. Unfortuntaly, we mostly see him covered in clouds. It rains and is stormy. We somehow manage to do some sightseeing anyways, preferring the indoor options but trying to indulge the sea around the surfhighway and one of the many flower gardens. - Den Westen dominiert eigentlich der spektakuläre Vulkan Teranaki. Wenn da nicht der Regen, die Wolken und der Sturm wären. Wir schaffen er irgendwie trotzdem, einiges