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More about Giraffe Experience

Abby is one of our star attraction at Areena Riverside Resort. He is a hand reared male Giraffe, and as a result he is very close and comfortable with humans. He has free reign of the 350ha property that is Areena’s Private Game Reserve and of course being a rather large creature that is designed to eat off trees. He and his herd of female giraffe roam freely over a large distance browsing on a variety of trees, shrubs and bushes.

Abby came to us from a near by game reserve at just a few months old, we were tasked with bottle feeding this relatively large baby, OR Abnormally Big BabY… A.B.B.Y and this is how he got his name. During this time he lived in Areena’s Animal Touch Farm and became good friends with the goats and the people who came to feed and touch him, this is how he became so tame.

Later Abby was released into Areena’s Private Game Reserve, where he sired many a giraffe calves, but still Abby gravitated towards the entrance of the Resort and the main road in the hopes of encountering people to give them kisses and get some treats.

His kisses are legendary and many a Facebook profile picture consists of an individual getting a sloppy kiss from Abby.

Abby is so popular that he has his own blog section on this website. We would love to receive your pictures taken with Abby or hear about your interaction with him so we can add your story to his blog. Of course the #abbykiss can only grow from here.

What people say

What an incredible experience to get so up close and personal with such a majestic animal ...  -  Arné.

Arrangements

Duration:

1 hour

When:

7 days a week

Where:

Areena Riverside Resort

Weather:

We only operate this service in good weather condition

What to Wear:

Comfortable clothing and shoes with good grip

Things to bring:

Camera/Go pro

Guests or Spectators:

FULL PAYMENT REQUIRED TO CONFIRM BOOKING Persons under the influence of alcohol will not be allowed on this trip Cancellations within 48 hrs are non refundable. By taking part in any adventure activity you agree to cover any costs incurred by way of damage to equipment either on purpose or accidentally No refunds for late arrival to your activity.
Requirements

Min Age:

18

Certification Required:

No experience required - This activity takes place "At your own Risk"
Inclusions & Exclusions

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Opinions On Giraffe Experience

What the locals say about Giraffe Experience.

Arné

What an incredible experience to get so up close and personal with such a majestic animal


Hlumela

I had an amazing time interacting with Abby. The kids absolutely loved it. Will definitely do it again in the future.


THEMBELA

Hi we had a lovely time and our guide Tarzan provided us with very valuable and enlightening info about Abby and giraffes in general


Sibabalwe Qomfo

The experience was really amazing. Definitely coming back again


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More About Areena Riverside Resort

Areena Riverside Resort

Areena Riverside Resort is situated on the banks of the Kwelera tidal river, 23 km east of East London city centre, at the beginning of the Eastern Cape Wild Coast.

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