I stayed at the Sopa Lodge which has a large open lounge surrounding a big circular fireplace. I would hang out here after returning from the game drive and chat it up with the bartenders with a glass of wine while waiting for dinner. On day two, we had a spectacular day of “herd encounters” so that evening, I informed them this day called for a vodka martini and to bring it on! Every day following, when I arrived, these noble gents would cautiously ask “was it a martini vodka day?” to which I’d respond with a resounding yes – and they cheerfully concocted a beverage suitable for celebrating the day.
