DULINI - DAY 4 AND LEAVING FOR HOME

On our last evening dinner was very special.  Each couple was taken to a different location in the lodge where an intimate dinner was served.  Our table was placed in front of a fireplace with a warm fire and the table set with candles floating in a vase of pink liquid, glass ware and wines, serviettes folded decoratively, a dedicated waiter, and delicious food.  The whole evening was much better than 5-star!

Sadly we left this paradise and began our long journey home.  First a 2.5 hr very rough road trip, then a  flight to Johannesburg, followed by a jumbo to Sydney (takeoff delayed by 2 hrs).  Because we arrived late in Sydney, we missed our connecting flight and were transferred to a later flight.  Final arrival at home was 24 hrs after leaving Dulini Lodge, very tired but floating on wonderful memories.

It is rather difficult to say goodbye to Africa after such an amazing time - as the grandchildren say it was "awesome".  Our daughter arranged the tour for us, and she is to be given great credit for her travel consulting talents.

Now we must tighten our belts and save for the next planned vacation!

Sunrise on our last morning in Africa.

A deep water crossing that almost caused a disaster.  Just made it to the other side of the crocodile infested river.

A lucky find.  First sighting of a pack of wild dogs looking for a meal.

The wild dogs tried to cross the river but were afraid of the crocodiles.

Another buffalo.  These are feared by the guides when on foot.  They look deceptively passive, rather like dairy cattle.

Wildebeest are plentiful 

Our last breakfast with our group.  Two from Washington (honeymooners), two from Sydney soon to get married, the guide Dynamo, and the two oldies from Australia

Judy not wanting to leave this wonderful location!