Another early start @ 5.30 as we were due to go out into the reserve on a 3 hour bush hike. The scenery was amazing. All you could see in every direction was bush. Nothing to disturb it.
We had a quick Safety topic in which the ranger said 'Do not make any sudden movements when we are out there. Move very slowly until the predator makes it move towards us. Then you must climb a tree, Quickly!!!
Right well I'm happy with that. Phert!!!
On the hike we managed to see zebras, impala, kudu, warthogs, monkeys, buffalo's, wilderbeest, porcupines and giraffes. The highlight though was the White Rhino. We were probably with in about 30 feet of it. It was phenomenal to see such creatures in their natural environments. It was a little disappointing not to see an elephant or lion, but maybe that was for the best as my legs were a bit stiff from yesterday's game. I think it was probably the cooking from the previous night that put them off.
If you want to guarantee seeing an elephant or lion then go to Marwell. I can assure you that it isn't the same as seeing them without bars.
To end the day after a 4 hour drive back we went to the England v South Africa football match. Talk about atmosphere. Unbelievable!!! The South African seem to love England as much as their own team. I know they love David Beckham but just didn't comprehend how much. They also love a trick and at one time were taking the piss out of us. The noise when they scored was like nothing I've ever heard. All in all I thought it was a competitive game and you always have to be on your mettle when you play an African Nation. They are big, powerful, strong and skilful.
If the World Cup comes to South Africa in 2010 then they will do a superb job of hosting it and it is a must to come and see it.
After the game we all met @ Porky's and decided on a trip to Tiger Tiger again. Rude not to really. We had a bit of catching up to do so went straight onto the shooters and cocktails. I got Ally a 'suitcase' which includes JD, that made her sick. I'm slowly getting back at her for eating my list. She got fined 20 (£2) rand for being a girl and 50 rand (£5) for not drinking her drinks. For 6 shooters is was 69 rand (£6). We had another top night and got back at 4.30 which made another 24 hour day and what a superb day it was as well. Where else can you see a wild rhino in the morning and then watch England play in the evening. Only in Africa.
