As many of our social media followers will know, we have seen our fair
share of weddings here at Ubizane, that being said… having a wedding disguised
as a Birthday celebration was admittingly a first for the entire Ubizane
Wildlife Reserve Team.
‘Birthday guests’ started arriving in drips and drabs throughout the
course of the day on Friday. After which they relaxed around Tree Lodge Pool
area quenching the summer heat away with ice cold refreshments. Suspensions did
however run high when the guests were informed they were going on a Game Drive,
which was pretty much compulsory.
Ubizane’s magical Bush Deck once again proved to be the venue of Choice
for this romantic couple to start their happily ever after together. Secluded
amongst Fever Trees, the supposed ‘birthday celebration’ was kept secretive
enough. However as they turned the corner and drove up to the deck, which was
elegantly decorated in white Chinese lanterns, white rose petals and custom made
signs which represented their love, commitment and journey together as a couple; was the only give-away that this was not just
an ordinary birthday bash, but rather the start of a loving couple’s fairytale
love story.
The guests expressed their utter surprise and excitement as they all
hastily climbed off the Land Rovers and headed up the stairs leading up to the
deck. Making their way to their seats, the guests still in amazement of the couple’s
ability to keep such a major event a secret. They were greeted by elegant cones
which housed popcorn. Ubizane, being a Wildlife Reserve has the best interest
of the environment and its wildlife in mind at all time, doesn't allow
traditional confetti. Popcorn however provided a unique compromise and a tasty
snack for the birds once the ceremony was over.
Ubizane’s Boma was yet again transformed into something truly spectacular;
a simple but elegant look was achieved with subtle hints of white. Scattered
along the table, delicate crystal gems caught the soft evening light from the
remarkable night sky which was deepened by the gentle crackling of the fire. A delicious
array of home styled food created a relaxing atmosphere, as the guests sat back
and enjoyed each other’s company while the sounds of the African bush provide
subtle background music.
A big Congratulation goes out to Shirra and Stephen De Klerk, the
entire Ubizane Wildlife Reserve wishes you nothing but good fortune and we look
forward to your return for your Wedding Anniversary.
