After the deluge of the Kynsna monsoon yesterday, thankfully the rain momentarily ceased when the RHS troops arose, and it was swiftly off to the impressive Cango Caves, one of the finest examples of limestone stalactites and stalagmites. The sheer scale of the caves was simply spectacular, even for those who had already dropped GCSE Geography... Situated in a limestone ridge, the drip-stone caverns are one of the finest in the world.
Four RHS students perform their best 'stalagmite' impressions.
One of the largest stalagmites in the cave, dwarfing the RHS Sixth Form,
(despite Toby Seabright's valiant attempts to look tall).
After this geological extravaganza, it was onwards to visit the 'Ostrich Safari Farm', where staff and students were treated to an ostrich fillet for lunch, which was rather tasty. As luck would have it, the site was also being visited by a fellow English school, which gave Mr Mann the opportunity to arrange some impromptu 'ostrich egg' based competitions. The PE department will be pleased to hear that RHS was undefeated in the soon to be recognised Olympic sports of - the 'Ostrich Egg and Spoon Race' and the 'Pass the Ostrich Egg between your legs race'.
Mr Mann officiates this epic athletic battle.
The onlooking crowd, unphased by the inclement weather.
After these gladiatorial contests, it was time to visit the Ostrich Park, where students had the opportunity to learn about the anatomy of an ostrich, feel some ostrich feathers and sit on an ostrich.
Flo Bolton-Smith test drives an Ostrich
Finally, the group was treated to a whistle-stop tour of the Cango Wildlife Centre, with the attractions of white lions, pygmy hippos, warthogs and crocodiles, amongst other species of wildlife. Many lucky students had the opportunity to have some 'animal encounters', either with lemurs, cheetahs and white bengal tigers. All animals were said to be overjoyed to have their photos taken with an RHS student.
Ben Morrison posses with his new 'kitty'
All the students had an excellent time and, despite the inclement weather, journeyed back to the Protea Hotel in George in good spirits.
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