Our game drive this morning started at 0700 and it was rather cold
but luckily woollen ponchos were provided. The sunrise was beautiful over the lake and gave us lovely light for an hour or so
We had a merry time meandering through the park and seeing loads of
different herbivore species including particularly close encounters with
elephant.
At one point we were sitting quietly watching a large tower of giraffe grazing when something suddenly spooked them and they cantered off, followed by baboon and springbok. We couldn't help but wonder if all the lion were correctly accounted for in their "enclosure"
We had a proper "safari-style" break for coffee and biscuits.
Our vehicle was quite strange but at least it meant we all had window seats.
This giraffe was way up the side of the mountain.
A few other random sightings
Glossy Starlings have a real fight
We made our way slowly back to the lodge for lunch and as we had a long day travelling home the next day we decided not to do the afternoon optional drive but to sort our packing and just enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
And, of course, the flamingo.
Namibia is an amazing country, full of diversity and it was without a doubt a fabulous holiday and we are happy we chose a group tour rather than self drive.