So ended my latest African adventure. It really is quite difficult to put into words just how awesome this continent is, from the amazing wildlife abundant national parks, to the stunning seemingly never-ending sandy beaches, to the incredible marine life in the ocean. Everything is more special here - there's a wild and magical aura to being in Africa. It is a photographer's dream and an escapist's paradise.
Only in Africa does seeing such exotic animals so close feel like you have transported yourself into a David Attenborough documentary - a few times I nearly expected to hear his distinctive narrative while I gazed at the wildlife.
Only in Africa is there a 'wow' factor everywhere you go. The scenery, the animals, the weather, the activities, the people and the food. Wow, wow, wow! No holiday here is long enough and no amount of puny descriptions can really give you an accurate feel of the place - just trust me and go, see for yourself!
However, I must warn you, only in Africa is a piece of your heart stolen and never returned, thus ensuring that you must always come back in order to feel whole. In 2012 I fell victim to its charms and vowed to be back. Two years later I came good on my promise and mercilessly the continent recaptured my heart a second time (and worryingly, took even more!). It gives me great pleasure to have to renew the vow to return. Wild horses could not keep me away from this beautiful place. The Garden Route is calling...
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