Spectacular, unexpected, luxurious, exciting, thrilling, educational….I could continue to pump out the adjectives and still not do justice to this incredible place! So, I’m going to give my words a bit of a rest and let the photos do the bulk of the communication.
How great is this room? We have a private deck overlooking the river.If you think the tub is great, just wait till you see the shower!Yep, that IS a huge window inside the shower. You can look out at the river and be grateful you don’t have to bathe in it!
We had springbok filet which was absolutely delicious, plus more standard fare, like caramelized parsnips
We had our picnics during our two daily game drives: coffee and pastries to tide us over till our huge breakfast, and “sundowners” (beverage of choice–mine was wine) in the afternoon. Setepi and Sondy, our driver and tracker
But it really was all about the animals, so I’m going to upload a couple of shots before the Internet shuts down on me. Here goes…
I am intensely curious, with a spirit of adventure that is tempered by my very strong aversion to anything with potential to cause pain. I love travel, photography, reading, gardening, yoga, music and propelling myself through space (biking, dancing, walking, dancing while walking). I've never considered a lack of proficiency in any of the previous activities to be a hindrance, counting on abundant enthusiasm to make up for my shortcomings.
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13 thoughts on “Karongwe River Lodge”
Absolutely wonderful post!!!!!! ….. will be sure to show Dotty and Chet- on their way over now… 🙂
It looks like you are having an amazing time! Good for you and such a wonderful landing spot at the end of your daily animal adventures. Springboks is the name of the SA Rugby team. Do I get any points for that ???
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Absolutely wonderful post!!!!!! ….. will be sure to show Dotty and Chet- on their way over now… 🙂
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Oh my gosh, those animal shots brought tears to my eyes – especially the zebra. I am SO traveling through you on this one. AND THAT TUB !!!
All your adjectives and more, as you wrote.
What kind of wood are the wall panels? So rich-looking.
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I was on the verge of tears more than once. The word has been overused, but this trip has been the epitome of awesome.
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Can you name the Big Five yet? Looks like you are close to Kruger.
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We were right next to Kruger, and we have seen ALL of the big five! plus lots more
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Spectacular, unexpected, luxurious, exciting, thrilling, and because you are YOU it is going to be incredible!!!!!!
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It looks like you are having an amazing time! Good for you and such a wonderful landing spot at the end of your daily animal adventures. Springboks is the name of the SA Rugby team. Do I get any points for that ???
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What????? Asking for point already????????
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Well yes, but you didn’t get any points from the first quiz. You got some catchin up to do!
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Now I am convinced that a safari is on my bucket list.
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Wish you had been on this one. It would have made a great trip even better!
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I’m with you in spirit Shelley!!
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Thanks Barbara! I plan on posting when we go on the bike trip, so you can come with both Karen and me
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