Sunday - 16th July - Zack

Today started off a lot more relaxed with a large amount of us sleeping in and a few not waking up until a little before lunch that was a delicious fish pie, rice and beans. Some of the others went to the village church.

Afterwards some of us sunbathed by the pool and also played a few games of volleyball on the beach which was very close between the two teams. 

Around 2:30pm we all got onto a bus that took us to a lovely resort called Vipingo Ridge where we saw some zebras got an up close view of a curious giraffe which is amazing to see. 

We then spent the rest of the afternoon/evening ordering food and drinks and enjoying the activities at The Ridge such as watching Wimbledon - the men’s final, playing table football, and table tennis.

Oceans Alive says:-

Vipingo Ridge is our neighbour and long-term partner. It is an award-winning PGA Championship golf course (www.Vipingo ridge.com). We have a special status at the Ridge and we hope our Leapers continue to build this with good behaviour and respect for the privilege of having access to such a prestigious facility. There is an opportunity to learn to play golf, or play golf (if you already play) at very reduced rates - again, as part of our privileged relationship with Vipingo Ridge. There are two restaurants, tennis courts, an huge swimming pool, and a large dam. Animals such as zebra and giraffe, eland and gazelles have been introduced to the 2,500 acre estate and roam freely around the villas and graze around the golf course. It’s a pretty amazing resource for us and the sunsets from the Ridge are some of the most spectacular you’ll ever see.

Weekends are very much for Leapers to organise themselves. There are lots of things to do and it’s a great way of seeing a bit of the Kenyan coast. We are here to help with suggestions and contacts - just ask us.