Day 2 at Lake Eland – camping in .. our style
The glampers arrived and setup alongside us. There is enough space for two tents (three at a push) on a site.
The glampers brought down-duvets.
There was some envy and maybe a remark made here and there. Blooming glampers! Don’t know what it means to really camp. You must be one with the outdoors and elements! Okay, that’s just pure jealousy on our part.
Activities
We had planned an event-filled day and after breakfast decided to go and burn off some calories. First up, the lake eland suspension bridge which is 80 metres in length and can hold 70 tons (note was taken of this after the breakfast we had). The youngest in our group, the niece RM made it all the way across! Note, the first time I tried it I did not make it, and here was a three year old cruising along as if she wasn’t suspended meters up in the air. These glampers were putting us to shame here. The man who came after us did a kind of girl scream. Don’t blame him. It really pushes up the adrenaline levels.
Once we all made it across, the obligatory photos had to be taken and it was then decided to make our way to the next adventure. The Caves.
The Caves | Lake Eland | Oribi Gorge | 100% worth it!!!!
Now, I personally feel the Caves should have been called “The Trek to the Caves” because heck, we definitely burnt off all the calories making the walk back. Sure, the walk there was a breeze and all downhill but we should have taken note of all the adventurers coming back up, red of face and puffing for air. Also, the benches strategically placed every few meters were filled with bodies who looked content to just stay put. Listen, it is 100% worth it. The Caves are beautiful with water dripping from the overhanging rocks (water which was used to cool us down – we didn’t get sick so assume it was clean). We were tempted to take a sip as only brought two bottles of water but thought better of it. If you’re going to take the walk pack enough water and comfortable shoes with good grip as it can be slippery in places where the water has fallen on the rock and also on the actual trail when there’s been rain.
Time for a Snack
We made it back and decided that our energy levels needed to be topped up with a milkshake and Pizza from the restaurant. Was feeling very chuffed about the burnt calories now. Bring on the food!
The restaurant has an extensive menu catering for most tastes and even had a few vegan options. We enjoyed the meal so much that we decided that lunch was on the menu the next day as well but, got to burn those calories off beforehand…
We made our way back to camp, taking a slow game drive and viewing the various animal species that call Lake Eland home.
