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Kiss a Giraffe, Milk a Cow

ave you ever been kissed by a giraffe? If not, be sure to book a date with Abby. After his and an opportunity to meet the affectionate giraffe (now 16 years old) and learn more about giraffes in general has been a highlight for so many families that've spent time around East London. Areena offers an assortment of other activities, too, including a quad bike safari, obstacle course, Segway tours, abseiling and ziplining. The giraffe experience costs R600 for one to three people.

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