We asked Jono and Danica to share their favourite Africa moments and memories.
Jono’s favourite moments
I’ve been to so many places and had so many incredible experiences over the last 20 years, I honestly can’t narrow it down to just one! Some highlights would have to include sleeping on the rim of an active volcano and trekking to see mountain gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo; taking a once-in-a-lifetime flying safari around Namibia and seeing that magnificent country from the air; and canoeing on the Zambezi River, camping overnight on a sandbank surrounded by hippos and crocs. Just recently I also fulfilled a dream and went on family safari at Tswalu, an extraordinary private game reserve in the Kalahari. The whole gang was there: my wife, two kids and even my parents (we were celebrating my Dad’s 70th). It was magical – a brilliantly successful multi-gen holiday and something I’d recommend to anyone wanting a truly special family holiday.
Jonathon Wilson, Founder | Adventurer | MD
Danica’s favourite moments
So many of them seem to revolve around elephants! One was with a dear friend who was on her first safari and really loves these magnificent animals. The first time she saw them in the wild was utterly magical. We were completely surrounded by a large breeding herd – with babies. They were so close you could almost touch them. I just remember looking over and seeing the tears of happiness streaming down my friend’s cheeks. A few years later, I was on a game drive with my new baby son, Aidan, when I had another encounter with a breeding herd. The elephants were crossing the road in front of us when the matriarch heard Aidan cry. She paused, turned, and silently approached our vehicle. My heart raced as she came right up close and reached her trunk out, following the scent and sound of a crying baby. It was so powerful to see this beautiful animal connect with the sadness of a human child. I felt so blessed to share such a special moment with a fellow “mum”, and this time the tears were streaming down my face.
Danica Wilson, Leader | Guest Services | Creative
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