We arrive in Johannesburg and meet up with another friend who will join us for our safari and after a night of catching up we are picked up in a mini van early the next morning.

After over a 6 hour drive we turn onto the road that will take us to our camp. The road gets bumpy but within minutes we are greeted by a small herd of elephants. The adults quickly hide the very young calf from sight. 

One of the young greeting committee

We head into camp greeted by Jacques our guide and 3 charming ladies who will keep us fed and cared for over the next few days. We dump our stuff in our tents…..not just any tents, but complete with ensuite, carpet and AC. Really roughing it here!

The next thing I know we’re in our fancy ride, a powerful open machine that seems to be able to go anywhere! There is enough room for 9 between the 3 tiers of seats plus the front seat for the guide. I jump up to the middle row on the side…..should be great viewing from here. We start off bumping our way along the road, off roading if something is spotted in the distance. I love this vehicle!

Sights along the way!

We stop for a sundowner, for me a glass of wine and some nibblies on the back of the land rover getting to know our small group while the sun sets in the distance.

After we drive around awhile in search of the night creatures, we head for camp, close to home we turn a corner and  come upon a lone lioness drinking from a watering hole.

After viewing this beautiful lioness for awhile we head back to camp and enjoy a wonderful braii around a campfire. There is laughter and stories but a early night as we have a  4:30 wake up call!