Andre got back yesterday from Johannesburg, with some newly arriving guests (Andre is one of our chauffeurs for all airport transfers), and as soon as they entered the safari game reserve, on their way to the lodge, they ran straight into the elephant herd. Now that’s unexpected!
Amazing for our guests to enjoy one of the best sightings possible, right as they arrive. That’s a strong start to their safari adventure indeed! Simply amazing.
We have a 15-strong herd of elephants, with about one baby elephant born every year, so the herd is growing nicely. The conservancy is over 36,000 acres large now, so the herd can grow for many more years, as there is more than enough space for them. Quite the opposite, we should have more elephants, as their role in keeping a natural balance (and clearing the bush) is paramount.
Enjoy the photo of one of them, as photographed close-up yesterday. At the Vuyani Safari Lodge, you do get really close to them!
