Jeff Shea

This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2600 of the world’s 3978 provinces, to every country on earth and to the summit of the highest peak on each continent (thank heaven for good weather!). In my travels, I learned to respect the intelligence and ingenuity of people of all races and callings both past and present. Come see the world as I see it: as a peaceful place, full of nature and beauty. With the right spirit and intent, we can make our world a virtual Garden of Eden.

DISTINCTIONS: BBC 2017 Travel Pioneer • Journal Articles • Explorer’s Club Flag Expeditions
World Parks Project • Walk Across South America • Jeff Shea Travel Map

China, Xizang (Tibet) Prov, Everest Camp 2 At 7500 Meters
Cambodia, Krong Kaeb Prov, Hanging Basket House
Mursi Woman, 2014 Ethiopia, Oromiya Province The scarification on her body is achieved by cutting the skin and putting ash in the wound.
Vietnam, Quang Ninh Prov, Ha Long Bay Spires
Papua New Guinea, Huli Sunglasses, 1983 - I don't think it mattered to this man that his sunglasses were missing a lens, just as many Highlanders wore wristwatches that were broken. Their interest was artistic, not practical. The Hulis had fantastic imaginations. I was impressed by the fact that they did not seem to differentiate between items from the forest and items from modern industry. Any item that could enhance their appearance was fair game. For example, this man's wig has both flowers and candy wrappers in it!
PH, North Cotabato Province, Bridge To Cotabato City, 2008, IMG_9130 - On the left is Cotabato City. I was told it was dangerous, but I felt like it was no differenent than any other place.
Lithuania, Taurages Prov, Tree Shrine -
Latvia, Bauskas Prov, Pilot On The Watch -
South Georgia, Gold Harbor, Penguin Buddha, 2006 - Because of the position of its mate, this King Penguin appears to have a belly like a Buddha.
Madagascar, Mouse Lemur, 2003 - In Ranomafano, a guided night hike gave a portrait of nocturnal life. This mouse lemur was lured by the banana, bait set by the guide. This tiny lemur was barely as big as his quarry.