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Writer's Safari
14 - 17 June 2024 & 13 - 16 September 2024

Join us for a safari with a difference! Acclaimed writer and poet John Eppel will be your host and mentor on this voyage of discovery, a journey like no other that will craft memories that will last a lifetime and teach you how to express them.

 

Set in the heart of the Matobo Hills is The Farmhouse, a rustic homestead with self contained Cape Dutch style cottages. This beautiful venue provides the ideal setting for our pioneering safari experience. 

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The breathtaking scenery will be your muse and John will guide you through the 'rules' of the English language to help you learn to express yourself and immortalise your experience. 

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Experienced writers and novices alike will benefit from the tutelage of our resident wordsmith, join us for three nights in this stunning setting and leave with more than memories! 

The Farmhouse
DAY 1 :

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You will be collected from the airport and driven to your accommodations at the Farmhouse in the Matobo Hills.

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After freshening up enjoy a welcome drink and get to know your host and other members of the group and get an overview of your activities and workshops over the coming days.

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Enjoy a sumptuous dinner and maybe a few drinks by the fireside.

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DAY 2 : 

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After breakfast you will have the opportunity to take a short walk to view some of the ancient rock art tucked away in the granite hills on the property before settling down to enjoy a hearty lunch.

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Post lunch settle in for your first workshop with your host John Eppel.

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After an engaging and informative session, enjoy a game drive on the property with 'sundowners' and snacks. A staple of any African experience enhanced by the beauty of the scenery.

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A braai dinner and drinks and some joie de vivre around another institution, the campfire share stories and anecdotes read poetry and enjoy the ambiance of an African night.

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DAY 3 :

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Following a full breakfast a morning of adventure awaits as you seek inspiration in the wider hills and national park. Have you ever been on a walking safari? Black Rhino Safaris will take you on the experience of a lifetime; there's nothing quite like a walking safari in the Matobo Hills!

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After lunch your next opportunity to hone you skills and learn new ones presents with your next workshop with John.

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A visit to the Historic Worldsview completes your activities for the day.

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Dinner will be served in the dining room and your final campfire of the tour will commence! 

Black Rhino Safaris
DAY 4 : 

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After breakfast you will be collected by your transfer vehicle for your onward journey.

The price per person for the opportunity to learn from a literary legend;
John Eppel whilst enjoying the hospitality and unique scenery at The Farmhouse for three nights dinner, bed and breakfast, including transfers to and from Bulawayo or Bulawayo airport and a full day outing with Black Rhino Safari is only US $1,150.00 per person.


A bargain at twice the price! What are you waiting for? 
June 2024
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September 2024
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