Category Archives: sand

A few more images from Umngazi before our departure

Posted on May 25, 2017 by momsmeanderings

I had to take a few final photographs before breakfast and our departure from Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa .. a place of serenity .. a place to revive ones soul .. a place to breathe Early .. very early … Continue reading →

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White sand and blue water

Posted on May 19, 2017 by momsmeanderings

As hubby and I were walking down the path to our bungalow during our recent holiday at Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa, the sight of the dunes against the blue water of the river was stunning !!   The sun must … Continue reading →

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A few images from Umngazi

Posted on May 18, 2017 by momsmeanderings

Oh my .. how the days pass quite so quickly is a somewhat startling.  I see it’s over a week since my last post.  I still have photographs from  Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa, a little piece of paradise on the … Continue reading →

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While we waited for the boat ..

Posted on April 19, 2017 by momsmeanderings

Continued from previous post .. I took a few photos while hubby and I waited for the ferry to fetch us Village boys having fun!!  They were filling small plastic containers with sand, throwing them into the water and diving in to … Continue reading →

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A lone bull

Posted on April 17, 2017 by momsmeanderings

Returning from our walk (see previous post) our canine companions had disappeared from sight, we made our way, over the sand dunes, to the gong pick-up point to ferry us across the river we came across a lone bull.   He was rather … Continue reading →

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Walking with Africanis (the dog of Africa)

Posted on April 16, 2017 by momsmeanderings

“ Some dismiss them as mongrels and strays. But these dogs are a distinct breed, endemic to southern Africa and with a proven lineage going back some 7 000 years. They are the Africanis – the dog of Africa.”   Quote … Continue reading →

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Blue water and white dunes at Umngazi

Posted on March 31, 2017 by momsmeanderings

It was a magical moment !!!   As hubby and I walked along the path back to our bungalow for an afternoon snooze after lunch the colours of the river, dunes and sky popped out !!!    Unfortunately I wasn’t fast enough … Continue reading →

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Dark clouds loomed over Umngazi

Posted on March 26, 2017 by momsmeanderings

… as they are today at home- hopefully to bring rain.  There is a chilly breeze though so we may not get rain .. typically autumn.  Winter is not far off sadly This was on our first day at Umngazi which … Continue reading →

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A day in the life of Umngazi guests

Posted on March 24, 2017 by momsmeanderings

That’s us in this case ..  hubby and I This is basically how each day unfolds in paradise.  Our mornings began with a cup of tea with a view .. (I am cheating here.  I took this photo on our last day.  Each day … Continue reading →

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Relaxation is the key at Umngazi

Posted on March 19, 2017 by momsmeanderings

Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa is one of those places where, when your feet touch the ground in the car park, you know you’re on holiday.   Actually 200 metres or so before you reach the main gate there’s a hint … Continue reading →

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