Unexpected lioness visit turns into a wild adventure

IN A stunning encounter that exemplifies the wild spontaneity of South African game reserves, adventurer JC Oosthuizen (@jco_fishing) recently shared a remarkable video on TikTok showing a lioness hopping onto the back of his bakkie during a self-drive safari.

- ZAMANDOSI CELE

This unexpected visit offered a thrill and a glimpse into the majestic beauty of the African wilderness.

"Kattie will bakkie-ry... Welcome to South Africa," wrote Oosthuizen in the video's caption, setting the tone for a humorous and captivating adventure.

The footage begins with the lioness cautiously surveying Oosthuizen's Ford bakkie before confidently climbing onto the back.

All windows and doors of the vehicle were closed, ensuring the safety of both the passenger and the feline guest.

For an astonishing 10 minutes, the lioness rested at the back of the vehicle, a moment that Oosthuizen could likely never have anticipated when he embarked on his safari.