Many people like to start their day with a cup of coffee in hand while watching the morning news on television. I, on the other hand, like to start my morning with a beautiful sunrise, not just any sunrise, but a Bushveld Sunrise.

Imagine yourself sitting on a safari vehicle parked in the middle of a big open area staring at the horizon, waiting for the sun to make its appearance. At this stage there will be a chill in the air and all your senses are alive. Your heart is filled with excitement as the sun starts peaking over the horizon, this is when you know it’s going to be a spectacular day.

As the sun continues to rise, you will start to notice a whole variety of birds chirping; impala running and jumping in a see-saw motion; a blue wildebeest bull uttering his territorial call; and a variety of other animals starting their day on a cheerful note.

After a while you will notice the golden rays of the sun shining through the blades of grass in the open field; silhouettes of trees leaving us in awe; and fresh dew drops on spider webs reflecting the sun’s light.

By now the sun will be too bright to look at, but as you turn around and drive away into the wilderness, your back and shoulders will embrace the comforting warmth of the sun’s rays.

Isn’t that just perfect, you just started your day in the best possible way imaginable. I truly can’t think of a better way to start my day. Can you?

Next time when you lay in bed early in the morning, struggling to get up, just think to yourself, maybe, just maybe, it’s worth waking up early for a sunrise.

Come join me on a Sabi Sabi safari to experience this breath-taking scene for yourself.