My Lodge

No permanent structures were permitted in this part of the Delta and thus, all the lodges were built as tree-houses. The paraffin lamp at the foot of the steps was the only thing to guide me in the dark but did keep some of the animals away. This particular lodge was called Genet's Lair - because a couple of Genets played on the roof at night. Believe me, they were wearing boots!

Day 5: Journey to the Okavango Delta

April 1st 2008
I’m sure I slept last night, but no sooner had I turned off the light and got under the mosquito net than it was morning. The little alarm clock was screaming at me to get up, its volume disproportionately large for its size. After a (very) hot shower, I made my way down the sandy paths to breakfast. Both Brian and Jill were there before me and were waiting patiently for their cooked meal. I to ... read more

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