Hundreds celebrate Mothers’ Day at the Pretoria Zoo

Mothers and their family spent a beautiful day out at the Pretoria Zoo.

David Matsena

May 10, 2015

Hundreds of patrons queued at the zoo’s entrance. PHOTO: David Matsena

Mothers from around the capital celebrated their special day with a trip to the zoo.

Saturday 9 May saw hundreds of people from across the capital city and further converging on the Pretoria Zoo for a relaxing, enjoyable day out.

The beautiful scenery and animals made for a tranquil atmosphere, while the option of indulging in a Mother’s Day massage from Bakwena Spa added something special to the day.

Also on hand to entertain the crowds were a jazz band and DJ.

John Chauke takes a drive around the zoo with his wife Angie and their children and grandchildren. PHOTO: David Matsena

Adriaan de Villiers with his birthday boy, Sean, on his lap came with family and friends to celebrate the Sean’s birthday. PHOTO: David Matsena

Olga Masilela and Thapelo Magwere playing at the kids section at the zoo. PHOTO: David Matsena

Dorothy Mashego, Irene Phate and Joyce and Lesedi Chego. PHOTO: David Matsena

Onsiametse, Obakeng, Lebo and Lesego Lebelo enjoy a moment of fun at the zoo. PHOTO: David Matsena

Dannie and Ilze Venter came to the zoo to enjoy themselves. PHOTO: David Matsena

Some of the patrons who came to the zoo enjoy watching one of the dehorned rhinos. PHOTO: David Matsena

Khanyie Mthethwa, mother to Sive and Tshifhiwa, came to the zoo to enjoy herself. PHOTO: David Matsena

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