Nairobi .Thigiri Ridge

Our flight from London left on time. At Heathrow, GGM sponsored us into the business class lounge, which gave us a restful start to our journey. The plane set off in good time, so we arrived in Nairobi on schedule at 5 am local time. The airport was busy with arrivals, but after 1 hour we were through customs with our luggage. The car-drive through Nairobi reminded us just how hectic life can be in Africa. Not for the faint-hearted. Stewart took the toll freeway which was running smoothly, but once off the highway the streets are a free for all.
We pitched up at chez Maclean at 7 am, feeling a little woozy from the flight. We managed to see the grandchildren before they set off for their school day. Some of the local monkey troop were wandering through the garden. Emily needed to spend some time finishing off a report for her work. GGM and K spent some quiet time in the morning as A and Stew went off to sort a sim card out for our phone, and we set up the M-pesa payment app.
At lunchtime we enjoyed the food at a local restaurant, Ankole Grill. The wraps were very tasty and portions hearty. The setting of the restaurant was delightful, surrounded by tropical plants and trees.
In the afternoon GM and GGM went with Moses to see the children's school, whilst A had a good swim in the pool.
In the evening we enjoyed a fish curry cooked on the veranda of Stewart's house. Snapper cooked on the grill, accompanied by corn, potatoes and salad.
An early night beckoned as we prepared for our safari in the morning. We had quickly unpacked and repacked a small case for the next 3 days.
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