There was an ominous and eerie atmosphere last night at Africa on Foot. Over the past few days we’ve been threatened with stormy weather and last night it became a reality. When darkness fell, bolts of lightening lit up the dark sky and created incredible silhouettes. Africa’s natural torch illuminated the landscape, reminding guests and rangers of the sheer power of nature. A gentle herd of elephants came out to play under the arguing skies and decided it was an appropriate time to wow guests with their presence.
While a handful of guests were idling around the swimming pool marvelling at the African sky, a small herd of elephants with little ones approached the swimming pool. Mike, a ranger from Africa on Foot, happened to be sitting on one of the sun loungers. The elephants came up so close to the lounger. In the background behind the pool is the rangers block and the bush protecting the elephant apparition is Tjankbos, one of the guest chalets.
I spoke to Chloe Cooper, who witnessed this remarkable moment. She said, “The elephants drank while we sat quietly with our feet in the swimming pool. Mike was on the lounger and was really close to them. After drinking, they moved off and fed in the bushes behind Tjankbos chalet. Guests were all standing on the lawn watching the lightning light up the sky and illuminate the ellies”
Yet another perfect evening at Africa on Foot!
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