The rooms were perfect and the comfortable beds were just what we needed after our flights, which totalled 20 hours. We ate an awesome barbecue for dinner, with delicious glasses of unlimited wine! It was a shame that we’d only booked one night at this awesome hotel, but we were equally excited to get back on the road (in our Fiesta!) and arrive at the Lodge for our Safari.
We stayed at the Pumba Lodge Game Reserve near Grahamstown and it was without doubt one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever stayed. Our guide, Justin, answered each and every one of our (sometimes ridiculous) questions and managed to bring his humour with him, even on the 6.30am drives. It was so incredible to see so many beautiful animals, and I felt relaxed and content as I stared, open mouthed at these majestic, and somewhat cheeky animals.
We had some slightly hair raising moments, like when a bull elephant blocked the path and refused to move for a solid 10 minutes, and when reception called our lodge to explain we needed to stay inside as there was a leopard lurking in the vicinity! Seeing the giraffes staring at the sky as the sun set stood out as an amazing moment. I wouldn’t say this lightly; this Safari was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. Yes, it cost the same as a month’s rent in London for just 3 nights, but it was worth every one of our hard earned pennies. I’d say this was a once in a lifetime experience, but I’d love to go again, so maybe it’s more of a thrice in a lifetime experience.
Looks insane!
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It was absolutely incredible! Going through these photos made me miss it!
DeleteI've always wanted to go on a safari! They look absolutely amazing - I can't even imagine getting to see all those animals up close and in the wild rather than at a zoo!
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It was absolutely incredible! You should definitely do it one day x
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What a nice place! beautiful photos!
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Thank you! It was stunning!
DeleteBeautiful country, where is the lion?
ReplyDeletemissydress
We did see lions and they were amazing but my photos didn't do them justice! It was an incredible trip :)
DeleteWonderful place beautiful animal, I really want to go there.
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