My pilgrimage to South Africa began with a little bit of knowledge, a whole lot of enthusiasm and a dream.
I became aware some years ago of the phenomenon of white animals being born all over the world. The prophecies of many Indigenous cultures proclaimed these sacred white animals to be a sign from the Gods, and the White Lion was recognised as having a role to play in healing humanity and Mother Earth. My interest was sparked, and in the back of my mind I stored the thought of one day seeking the wisdom of the great White Lion.
It was toward the end of 2009 that I experienced a vivid dream. In this dream, I was sitting in the African bush with a pride of White Lions, silently absorbing their wisdom. The dream then flowed into a desert scene, where I sat with a Bushman elder who tattooed a symbol on my arm, and the words 'Tsau' and 'destiny' played through my mind. I was clueless as to the meaning of the dream, but a series of synchronistic events soon led me to discover that Jeremy was taking a group to South Africa to see the White Lions of Timbavati. I learnt of the Global White Lion Protection Trust that referred to the lions and their land as Tsau! (the incantation for lion). Everything was coming together and I now knew that I was destined to visit the White Lions at this place known as Tsau!.
The only remaining piece of the dream puzzle was the tattooed symbol, but I didn't have long to wait for the answer. While on White Lion territory in South Africa, Linda Tucker explained that the symbol in my dream was a representation of the ankh, influenced by the divine feminine. This symbol was recognised as the key to unlocking the mysteries of the White Lion.
My time spent in South Africa with the White Lions was a life-altering experience. Life-altering' in the sense that I now have the confidence to follow my heart, knowing the truth of who and what I am. The messages that I received from the White Lions of Timbavati and Spirit of the Barberton lowlands, together with insights given to me by the beautiful people I met on this trip, have helped me to gain an intrinsic understanding of my true nature and purpose. I am now more connected to nature and spirit and am better able to see the direction that my spiritual path and business must flow in order to best serve the Great Mother and the Light. Watching the Star Lions walking free in the Timbavati and hearing their message of hope, has opened my heart and left an indelible paw print on my soul. I am forever linked to the spirit of the White Lion.
I urge my fellow human beings to open their hearts to the White Lions, to hear their wisdom and respond to their plight. White Lions are not protected in South Africa and are often casualties of hunting. Supporting Linda Tucker and the Global White Lion Protection Trust is vital to ensuring that the White Lions are once again able to walk the Timbavati, and in doing so, bring forth the plan of light.
Leanne Atkins
White Lions Tour 2010
ITINERARY
Day 1, 19 March, Arrive Jo'burg and transfer to hotel near airport Meet and greet in evening.
Day 2, 20 March, Kaapse Hoop Today we drive for about four and a half hours, to Kaapse Hoop via the spectacular Blyde River Canyon and God’s Window lookout. Wild horses live in an area of Kaapse Hoop, the descendents of unicorns who once roamed this earth. This place and Kilimanjaro are two of the places the unicorns stand guardianship over and we hope the time will come that they will be able to step through the veils and return to earth. We will be staying next to the oldest exposed rock face on the planet, the Barbitan Mountains and will have time to explore the territory of the magical unicorns. We celebrate the powerful energies of the equinox this evening, with a special meditation at this powerful spot. (B)
Day 3, 21 March, Drive to White Lions We enjoy the morning ensconced in the healing energy and beauty of the Drakensburg mountains, driving on to the White Lion Sanctuary, Timbavati, in the north east of South Africa on the border of the Kruger National Park. The reserve lies on the Nile meridian, living proof of an Ancient Sirian prophecy which speaks of the coming Golden Age. The white lions walk the southern end of the Nile meridian, stepping in the frequencies for the coming age. We will relax into our onsite accommodation before meeting these amazing beings. (B) (D)
Linda Tucker
Day 4, 22 March, Timbavati, White Lions We meet with Linda Tucker, author and lion shaman, protector of these beautiful snow-white beings, who has dedicated the past 17 years of her life to the protection of these special creatures. We will learn about the White Lion Project and spend some time with these amazing beings. (B) (L) (D)
Day 5, 23 March, Timbavati: Activities with Linda, Jason and the White Lions Linda has given us exclusive access to the prides of White Lions, arranging several wonderful activities for the group. We will enjoy an animal soul walk under the canopy of he Klaserie River, together with an expert Shangaan tracker. Other activities include a sleep out under the stars at the Lion Lookout, a dream analysis workshop of symbols and dreams participants have experienced on White Lion territory, workshops, game drives in open game drive vehicles, and an expedition to Chief (Hosi) Khosa’s village where we will have a traditional dinner and enjoy warrior dancing and drumming as well as possible bone divination from the sangomas (traditional medicine women). Linda will also conduct a mini-workshop and give us a presentation charting the ancient Egyptian links to the White Lions and the Great sphinx. (B) (L) (D)
Day 6, 24 March, Activities with Linda, Jason and the White Lions More time with this splendid messengers, Linda will intuit what we will do each day, but we will have time to commune with the lions, have meditations and other workshop activities. Being in the sacred energy of Timbavati and the lions is profoundly healing and we will have much opportunity to soak this up. (B) (L) (D)
Day 7, 25 March, Drive on to Mapungubwe, place of the Golden Rhino We drive to Mapungubwe, a new world heritage site and the largest African kingdom prior to Great Zimbabwe. It was abandoned in the 14h century and includes almost untouched remains of the palace and settlement area as well as two earlier capital sites. We will explore this ancient sacred village. (B) (D)
Sacred Golden Rhino artefact from Mapungubwe
Day 8, 26 March, Mapungubwe Mapungubwe is right on the South African and Zimbabwe border. We may have to wait some time at the border, both because border crossings in Africa are usually slow, and because of the situation in Zimbabwe there is the potential for it to be particularly slow due to administrative difficulties and politics, but this will certainly add spice to our African adventure. (B) (L) (D)
Day 9, 27 March, Drive to Great Zimbabwe A scenic drive to our accommodation near Great Zimbabwe. (B)
Great Zimbabwe ruins
Day 10, 28 March, Great Zimbabwe Monument We visit the complex of ruins that gives its name to the modern nation of Zimbabwe. The largest ruins in Africa, the Zimbabwe Monument complex was once the capital of Zimbabwe, conventional history tells us they were built by wealthy Shona cattlemen in the 11th century, being completed by the 14th and 15th centuries yet the true spiritual history of Africa tells another story which we will uncover. It is said to have housed up to 18 thousand people at its zenith. It was the place of political power and acted as the royal palace. (B)
Day 11, 29 March, Drive half way back to Joburg We will break our journey somewhere near the border, once again enjoying the beauty of the African land. (B)
Day 12, 30 March, Overnight near Maropeng We will rest and integrate our journey in the beautiful natural surroundings of the Cradle of Mankind, a region with evidence of the oldest human remains and a symbiotic relationship between man and big cats. We will enjoy a celebratory tour dinner in the evening. (B) (D)
Day 13, 31 March, Fly Home Transfer to Johannesburg airport and onward travel (B)
Included meals are indicated each day:
B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner
Tip kitty will be collected on day one of the tour which will be $AUS200-250 (equivalent in local currency, South African Rand) per participant depending on the size of the group.
