I can tell you this was not something on my bucket list or really anything I had a GREAT urge to do. This trip kind of fell into our laps so we decided to go.
BEST. DECISION. EVER.
It truly was the most magical, exhilarating, memorable, learning & life-altering trip I have ever been on. This needs to be on your list if it isn't! I highly recommend Zulu Nyala for a first timer to make sure this is "your cup of tea."They did a phenomenal job with 2 safari's a day and other excursions you can do while staying with them. Accommodations were great, food was good and the people were fantastic! Never did I ever think I would want to go on ANOTHER safari after this one, BUT, I do and will!
Alex, our Safari Guide, was PHENOMENAL! It makes a HUGE difference in having someone that you can connect with.
The other VERY impactful thing that occurred was hearing about the rhino poachers. I am not posting any pictures of them due to not wanting it to get in the wrong hands. It is the most disgusting and vile act I have ever heard of in order to get their horn, which people think has some magical power. Absolutely horrendous. If you want to help, you can donate to either of these links: https://www.careforwild.co.za/ https://www.ourhornisnotmedicine.com/
Things we wish we would have done differently:
- Go on any excursion where you are seeing another reserve. We went to Phinda which is where the Lions were, it was UNREAL, though didn't do another and we regret that.
- Also to ensure you have a lot of their currency, which is Rand.
- We didn't have to get ANY shots where we went, they were recommended though not required. Also, I bought malaria medicine here in the US, which cost me $120. Shane bought it in the airport pharmacy in Johannesburg for $40!!! SAME MEDICINE.
All of my outfits were from Rent the Runway. I am trying out their Unlimited Monthly Membership and this was my first round. LOVED everything!
Below are a few of my favorite pictures:
Sunset from our Porch
Our Safari Family
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