Bill H: Thanks, will take a look at that thread .......

PB: I lookforward to hearing about your experiences .....

Rgds,
Hari

Chuck,

Thanks for your inputs, also. The only reason i brought up the guiding issue is: in 2002, i went to Tanzania via Ranger safaris (my mistake) and had a HORRIBLE guide ...... lazy/old/horrific experience.

My Mara experience is a bit out of date, i went just after 9/11 and the crowds weren't around.

Rgds,
Hari