Juvenile Monkey I followed this large juvenile male Sykes monkey into a tangle of trees, leaves, and vines to get this shot last spring. The area where the monkeys live – Gede Ruins National Monument – is a partially excavated Swahili ruins site dating back to the 13th century. There are several monkey groups inhabiting the ruins, however some groups are much more used to people than others. It’s possible to get some great shots if you’re willing to leave the parking lot and brave the unexcavated ruins. These are my favorite areas, but they can be quite treacherous. I frequently find myself tripping over rubble, navigating ancient limestone walls, avoiding open wells, and worst of all – getting lost – amid the myriad of ancient mosques, trees, and paths.

Juvenile Monkey I followed this large juvenile male Sykes monkey into a tangle of trees, leaves, and vines to get this shot last spring. The area where the monkeys live – Gede Ruins National Monument – is a partially excavated Swahili ruins site dating back to the 13th century. There are several monkey groups inhabiting the ruins, however some groups are much more used to people than others. It’s possible to get some great shots if you’re willing to leave the parking lot and brave the unexcavated ruins. These are my favorite areas, but they can be quite treacherous. I frequently find myself tripping over rubble, navigating ancient limestone walls, avoiding open wells, and worst of all – getting lost – amid the myriad of ancient mosques, trees, and paths.