Bellevue Forest - Walk With Giants

OVERVIEW

Ride into the wilds of the Bellevue Forest Reserve in a 4x4 safari-style vehicle and enjoy close-up encounters with some of Africa’s most iconic animals. As you wind your way into the bush, the guide will point out and describe the flora and fauna, which include feline favorites such as lions and leopards. You will have the rare opportunity for a close-up view of Cape buffaloes being fed. Distinguished by their hook-shaped horns, these hulking beasts eat huge amounts of grass each day. You will also be treated to an enlightening walk through the bush to observe a giraffe in its natural habitat. It is quite the sight to see a giraffe drink, as it must splay its legs and bend at the knees just to reach the water. Later, while toasting the experience with sparkling wine and an African grilled bread known as rooster brood, you can recount your animal encounters.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Drive into a forest reserve and watch Cape buffaloes up-close as they feed on grass.
• Walk through the bush and observe a giraffe, the world’s tallest mammal, up close.
• Look for other animals such as lions and leopards while the guide describes them in detail.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.