Accidental Tourist

Stripped down and swimming with horses? Neigh man!

A horseback safari sounded like a good idea at the time, and then the topless cowboy emerged, riding bareback from the bush

12 December 2021 - 00:00 By Jacqui Smit

Many, if not most, people have a near-crippling fear of horses. I prefer to think of it as a “healthy respect” for these majestic beasts. I also like to consider myself a competent equestrienne, even though I haven’t ridden consistently since I fell out of love with my pony at the ripe old age of 11. So, naturally, when I was invited to go on a horse safari, I jumped at the chance...

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