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We arrived to an open plain and paused. I could see a group of buffalo being circled by three cheetah, mother and two older cubs, following her lead. It was quite remarkable to see how they were positioning and keeping good eye contact. They were getting closer, but as with all buffalo, they are quite stupid and kept running in circles trying to confuse the cheetahs. The sun was setting, and it was getting quite dark and we sadly had to leave. I don’t think the kill happened that night, but I never saw another cheetah during my stay. That evening we had a lovely dinner around a campfire and experienced a traditional dance by the locals, a great way to end the day. On the following morning game drive Jason made us breakfast, pancakes in the bush. The morning drive didn’t disappoint; we came across impalas, elephants, various birds and even more rhino. I was getting quite a keen eye for spotting wildlife, I was rather proud! Saying goodbye to Nambiti was hard, because for those two nights, I had really forgotten about home. All the stresses that come with everyday life had disappeared and the experiences I’d had so far been truly life changing. When you are viewing nature at its best, in a natural environment, seeing how the animals live side by side, it gives you perspective to what is really important. Being in a setting with no pollution and no other tourists breathing down your neck, it makes those moments extra special. Although I’ve been very lucky to see wildlife in Costa Rica, Thailand and Sri Lanka, seeing the wildlife here was like raising the bar, the vast number of different animals, along with the experiences of trying to find them as well as the quality guides on offer and hospitality, it all just made this place very UMHLANGA special indeed. A steady two-hour drive took me to Fugitives Drift, which is known for Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift battlefields of the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. I was welcomed by the Rattray family and taken to Rorkes Drift by Richard Rattray, son of the late David Rattray who was a historian of the Anglo-Zulu war. He took me around the museum which showed glimpses of a battle that took place, timelines, pictures and maps started to paint a picture of a battle. He took me around the hospital which was in the heart of the battle. As we walked on the very ground that on January 22, 1879 at 4.30pm, the Zulus charged at the British, it was heart-wrenching, palm-sweating and very emotional to hear of the stories. After an emotional tour, Richard took me back to the lodge. I sat down with a few other guests at the hotel around an open fire where I took a moment to reflect on what we had just experienced. The following morning, Richard took me for a walk to Fugitive Drift. He once again brought to life how the battle started and at various points, he explained accounts of the survivors and I paid my respects to the graves. This is a fascinating place to visit 44
and a must do during your stay in this region. It was time to say goodbye to Richard and his family and I had a choice. Either a four-hour drive back to Durban, or a 45-minute helicopter ride. Of course, I chose the helicopter and sat with my trusting pilot in the co-pilot seat, we went high into the sky and saw South Africa from a bird’s eye view - absolutely incredible! I was back where my South African adventure had started, at The Oyster Box. I had lunch on the terrace, overlooking the beach in Umhlanga, drinking a cold refreshing Savanna cider. Looking out to sea, I could see the waves crashing against the rocks, and I could feel the warm breeze. I didn’t want to leave. I can honestly say, I love South Africa. If it’s not on your bucket list, then it needs to be, and I suggest at the very top. A SUNDOWNER AFTER SAFARI SOUTH AFRICA FACT BOX HOW TO GET THERE: Direct flights from London to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban FLIGHT TIME: Around 11 hours WHEN TO VISIT: South Africa is great in our winter months when the days are warm and dry. For better game viewing, consider the dry season when there is less foliage. BEST AREA FOR SAFARIS: There’s a wide selection to choose from for ranging budgets. Our favourite would be Sabi Sands on the edge of the Kruger National Park, for its luxury lodges and leopard sightings. YOU CAN’T MISS: Cape Town. As well as being one of the best safari holiday spots in the world, South Africa is also home to one of the most beautiful cities, Cape Town. With Table Mountain, the beautiful beach at Camps Bay, the V&A Waterfront and an eclectic mix of restaurants and nightlife to enjoy, it is a great place to start your South African adventure. FOR A SECOND TIME VISIT: New flights to Durban open up this part of South Africa which is often overlooked. With interesting historic sites, beautiful scenery and a new selection of game lodges and camps, it is worth exploring as Sam did. Exclusive J’AIME magazine reader offer THE FIRST TWO CLIENTS TO BOOK A HOLIDAY TO SOUTH AFRICA WHEN MENTIONING J’AIME MAGAZINE BEFORE THE END OF APRIL <strong>2019</strong>, FOR TRAVEL IN <strong>2019</strong> OR 2020, WILL RECEIVE A CASE OF RB’S FAVOURITE SOUTH AFRICAN WINE. FOR EXAMPLE HOLIDAYS VISIT RBCOLLECTION.COM/AFRICA OR CALL RB COLLECTION’S SOUTH AFRICA SPECIALISTS SAMUEL, NATHAN OR OLIVER ON 01543 258631. 45
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Page 4 and 5: CONTENTS InsideJ’aime this month.
Page 6 and 7: FEATURE Champion spirit AS AN OLYMP
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Page 14 and 15: PROPERTY Summer dreams WITH ITS OWN
Page 16 and 17: INTERIORS Life’s a peach PANTONE
Page 18 and 19: £25 WILLOW & HALL FOXCOTE ARMCHAIR
Page 20 and 21: I N T E R I O R S CONTURA 510G WHIT
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Page 24 and 25: G I F T G U I D E Spread the love L
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Page 28 and 29: G I F T G U I D E Make his day SHOW
Page 30 and 31: F O O D & D R I N K Focus on flavou
Page 32 and 33: F O O D & D R I N K Cocktail of the
Page 34 and 35: F O O D & D R I N K Tropical tastes
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Page 40 and 41: H E A LT H A workout for two WITH V
Page 42 and 43: T R AV E L Into the wild HISTORIC B
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Page 54 and 55: CO M P E T I T I O N Love pampering
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