Our Hwange Game Water Supply Manager Mr B. reports on his recent Mandundumela adventure…
One early, cold and uncomfortable morning, I left Linkwasha for the Makololo Concession, heading out in my trusty old Cruiser with, as always, a travel mug of steaming hot tea and all my equipment on the back. I stopped over briefly at Makololo Camp to fill containers with diesel, then I was on the road again to refuel pumps and to see that everything was in working order.
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I said Hi, to Pelican, my mate at Big Sam, checking to see that he was in working order and out fishing. I then proceeded on the long road to Mandundumela, as I had not been there for a while and needed to check up on the solar pump installation, and that all was on track.
I always look forward to going to this incredible, unique, and special place. Christopher, my assistant, and I are among just a few people to have ever set foot there. On this occasion, I was alone as he was on days off at his rural home, enjoying quality time with his family.
I arrived at noon and was met by a family group of elephant drinking at the waterhole. They were at ease, and had no qualms with my being there, making me feel very welcome. With gratitude, I accepted the invitation to spend some time with them. No other people, and vehicles, just me and those elephant, sharing a moment together, at this unbelievably remote and wild spot, deep in the heart of Hwange.
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Having had their drink of water, all were happy and content, and they slowly moved away to find shade under the majestic camelthorn trees, where they could have a snooze and rest up. Here, they live a life without fear of harassment and persecution, and are able to walk freely in the veld and under the blue skies of this awesome Mandundumela wilderness in Hwange National Park.
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Having had the privilege of experiencing another memorable wildlife encounter, it was time for me to hit the road again. We bid our farewells, and went our separate ways – how honoured I am to work where I do, and witness such incredible moments in the wilderness.
Until my next story, take care and chin up!
Mr B.