A quick drive through the city before we arrive at the Sleepy Gecko, situated in Melville's suburban bliss.
Mike works with them to arrange rides and private tours, but it's unfortunately too late in the day for the latter. We are greeted by Greg, the owner of the Sleepy Gecko, and immediately, he and Mike become the most gregarious people we've ever met.
The Sleepy Gecko is a gorgeous guest house, with spacious rooms and a breakfast that puts other places to shame. Greg gets up at 5 AM to make everyone eggs, and he includes plenty of self-serve mushrooms and tomatoes on the side. The coffee is unlimited, and there is an unlimited array of other options, including cereal, yogurt, toast, and fruit.
If you're lucky, you'll get Nibbles to watch you eat.
I regretfully forgot to take photos of this adorable place so here is one from their website for reference (http://www.sleepygecko.co.za). It really is worth another visit, and I do believe we'll be back for more.
We are barely halfway through this trip, and Johannesburg is my greatest regret. We only stopped in because it was much cheaper than the direct flights to Nelspruitt, but just the drive to and from the airport is more than enough to see what we've missed. Jo'burg vibrates with an undeniable energy. The urban sprawl encompasses a colorful collaboration of neighborhoods, and the city is green and lush with all sorts of life. I had hoped that this trip would show us all we wanted to see in South Africa, but now I see that there has to a second trip centered around just Johannesburg. Wait for us Jo'burg, we're coming back for you!
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