We headed next to the Lower Zambezi to connect with an old family friend at Kiambi Safaris Lodge. Across the river from the famous Mana Pools, the area is renowned for its untouched natural beauty. The resort turned out to be a great spot to kick back and relax for a few days.
Our adventures at Kiambi included a boat trip up-river to visit a baby hippo which the staff had rescued a few weeks earlier. The little guy was found tumbling down the river in the current, umbilical cord still attached. One of the cutest things you will ever see. Difficult to believe they kill nearly 3,000 people per year [1].
The last two days at Kiambi were spent on a two day canoe trip. At first a bit skeptical about our paddling fitness, Shea and I were relieved to discover that the entire trip was downstream with a boat tow back to the lodge at the end. In spite of Shea’s questionable navigation skills (he steered us directly into a croc at one stage) we completed day one and two unscathed. The night was spent on a sand bank accompanied by a hippo concerto and more stars than you have seen in your life.
Joburg to Scotland 