Absolute Africa - Makako September 2007
I don’t think anything can prepare you for Africa. People use words like ‘colour’, ‘life’, ‘welcoming’, and ‘beautiful’, but truly - it is more than just words. It reaches inside you and pulls at your heartstrings, and leaves you amazed, enthralled, and desperate to return.
Absolute Africa made it possible for me to experience a small part of this continent without making sacrifices because of my limited budget. The friends I made onboard Makako a year ago are still as dear to me now as they were when we bid a tearful farewell in Vic Falls. Some of the greatest experiences I have had in my life were shared with these incredible people - from visiting orphanages in Malawi, to toasting sunsets in Zimbabwe infront of elephants and hippos. It was one big, fat, crazy ride, and I enjoyed every second of it. If you’re prepared to give a little and enjoy the ride, then Africa is the place for you. She’ll give you far more than you could have bargained for.
Thanks!
Jess
Prior to her trip to Africa Jess was involved with fundraising for Soft Power Education (A British/Ugandan NGO working with communities in Uganda to improve quality of life through education) involving a charity mud-wrestle(!) Since her return to London she has continued fundraising for the orphanages she visited on her trip. These donations were most gratefully received and will help the kids a tremendous amount. Jess consequently has quite the fan club in Rwanda and Malawi now. Awesome work Jess!
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