Up early today for our first game drive. When I checked on the times at the desk last night, the receptionist So strange that I forgot we are in a 5 star hotel and things like a wake up call are available.
The drive started at 6:00 with a short trip to the Chobe National Park gate about 10 minutes away. It is cool in the morning and we were glad of the blankets offered as driving in an open vehicle gets cold quick. We saw lions, elephants, hippos, birds, impala and giraffes. The highlight was when a male lion crossed the road not 15 feet from us. King of the jungle indeed. There were many vehicles racing around, and it seemed at time there was a herd of tourists roaming the parks. The guides talk to each other to say where they saw what. A tea & biscuit stop was a nice chance to get out and stretch our legs. Back at the lodge for 9:00
Breakfast after the drive was plentiful and delicious. Again nice to have piping hot food with great variety. We have confirmed our afternoon game drive at 3:00, then went our separate ways. There was talk of massages, pool side sitting, and walking to see the shops in the nearby town. Some even wanted to get on the Internet to type up blogs...
The evening game drive was just as good, with giraffes running by and elephants up close and personal. We even saw a couple of zebra which was unexpected as the main herds have migrated to another part of the park.
Supper was delicious, and there was a dance group dressed in traditional outfits for a short entertainment. So much good food, and some Famous Grouse scotch as well. :) We settled our bar bill before heading off for bed as the lineups in the morning are long. The cost was very low, and made us realize how much tax we pay on alcohol at home.
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