After our morning ride through the game reserve to see the animals we returned to the restaurant for brunch. I think it is safe to say this is some of the best food we have ever had on an AFO tour.

After some free time, in which some brave people ventured into the freezing cold pools, we headed back onto the Jeep’s for see the other half of the game reserve.

In this half we saw Zebra’s, Hippo’s and Giraffe’s.

After a few more hours searching for these animals we all met up by a roaring fire for a few drinks and some snacks as the sun set over the hills.

Our group and a few others then head back out after dark to see the night animals, and it did not disappoint. However the photos did, as it was a bit dark to see through the lens.

The evening was very exciting, after a wonderful BBQ we had a ceilidh. The dance space might have been small but that did not stop us and some of the guides from dancing the night away.

An early night was had by some while others, such as myself and the rest of my cabin mates, stayed up to watch Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. It was a nice chilled out end to the day.

During our breakfast this morning we had some entertainment as the very talented cooks and other breakfast staff broke out into song. It was the first African music we have experienced since we arrived, and it was truly amazing. Even some members of the orchestra and Mr G were up dancing and joining in.

All the staff here at Kariega have been so welcoming, friendly, enthusiastic and accommodating. We are all very sad to be leaving and wish we could stay longer.

It is an experience we will never forget, but we are excited for our next adventure on this trip.

Soon we will be back on the buses and heading to Grahamstown for our first concert of the tour.

-Hannah