Vivienne Gunning

Arriving in Cairo can feel overwhelming yet magical — here’s everything you need to know about visas, first impressions, airport tips, and navigating Egypt with confidence.

Egypt — the anticipation of a new journey. A journey through Egypt — from Cairo’s streets to the White Desert and Alexandria’s coast — capturing light, shadow, and stories through my lens. A photographer’s search for light, texture, and the chaos of human presence.

In a world full of chaos, I choose awe. This October I travel to Egypt — not for instant vlogs, but for stories that linger. From the Pyramids to the silence of Siwa Oasis, join me as my words and camera capture moments that amaze

MalaMala is where Africa’s wild heart still beats — a reserve where the Sand River draws life in abundance, where the Rattray family pioneered the shift from hunting to photographic safaris, and where community, conservation, and unforgettable wildlife encounters come together in timeless harmony.

A personal reflection into Africa’s lion strongholds and silent spaces, exploring what the next 10 years could mean for the king of beasts. The roar still echoes… but for how long?

An unexpected engine failure in Agadez led to a rare journey into deep time. In the forgotten fossil fields near Marendet, Sleeping Giants of the Sahara takes you deep into the heart of Niger’s desert, where a grounded aircraft led to an unexpected journey into prehistory. Near the quiet village of Marendet, ancient dinosaur bones emerge from the sand — untouched, unsignposted, and astonishing. Blending travel memoir with deep-time reflection, Vivienne Gunning shares a rare encounter with one of West Africa’s most overlooked fossil sites. This blog isn’t just about dinosaurs — it’s about the stillness of the Sahara, the silence of stone, and the stories the earth still holds beneath our feet.

From floating palaces to sunset Kingfisher beers on a rooftop — here’s my love affaire with Udaipur, a city like no other — one with an artistic soul, that blends royal charm, and modern magic in every moment.

Written by Vivienne Gunning—Jaipur’s all pink walls, spicy street food, and royal vibes—this city’s got stories in every corner and color in every frame.

In the smoke and silence of Varanasi’s cremation ghats, I came face to face with the Aghori Sadhus—Hinduism’s most feared and misunderstood ascetics. What I saw shocked me, challenged me, and shifted my view of life, death, and everything in between. This is not your average travel story. #AghoriSadhus #Varanasi #IndiaUnfiltered #SpiritualTravel #CremationGhats #CultureShock #TravelWriter #SacredIndia #LifeAndDeath

Explore the rich tapestry of Hinduism through the eyes of a curious traveler. Delve into its origins, beliefs, and practices, and ponder the challenges it faces in modern society.

Hierdie blog is die eerste in ’n reeks wat dieper delf in die ware Indië—nie net die betowerende prentjie wat aan toeriste verkoop word nie, maar die land soos dit werklik is. Die skrywer, Vivienne Gunning, deel ’n persoonlike reis, huiwerig om die kraan oop te draai, want sodra die stories begin vloei, kan dit nie gestop word nie. Dit is ’n blik op die kontras tussen die Indië wat besoekers sien en die Indië wat daagliks leef en asemhaal—’n plek vol kleure, gesigte en geskiedenis, maar ook ’n wêreld waar insig selde die oppervlak breek. Wat bly oor ná die groete en die glimlagte? Hierdie reeks gaan daardieper antwoord soek.

A deeply personal account of witnessing cremation rituals at Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi, India—exploring the profound complexities of life, death, and spiritual beliefs.