Confessions of a Lodge Gecko: Life at A Nomad’s Rest

Hey there, weary travelers. You may not have noticed me, but I’ve noticed you. I live at A Nomad’s Rest Lodge, tucked away behind the ceiling beams, watching over you like a tiny, scaly guardian of the night. And let me tell you—being a lodge gecko is not for the faint of heart.

1. The Great Human Arrival

Every few days, new guests arrive—dragging giant suitcases filled with things they probably won’t use (seriously, who needs three jackets in Africa?). I watch as they “ooh” and “aah” at the view, sip their welcome drinks. It’s quality entertainment.

2. The Poolside Philosophers

Ah yes, the great thinkers of our time. Something about sitting by the pool with a cold drink turns guests into professional philosophers. I’ve heard debates about whether a lion could beat a crocodile in a fight, discussions on why sunsets here feel more magical (hint: it’s the view), and even a deep reflection on why socks keep disappearing in luggage.

3. The “I’m One with Nature” Guests

Every lodge has them—the guests who arrive as city dwellers but, within 24 hours, decide they are now true explorers. They start calling birds by names they made up (“Oh look, it’s a Tanzanian Blue-Winged Twitter!”), take barefoot strolls because they want to “feel the earth,” and swear they can track an elephant just by the way the wind moves. It’s adorable, really.

4. The Mysterious Noises at Night

I hear it all—the sounds of hyenas in the distance, the rustling of the wind, the occasional snoring contest between guests. But the best part? When someone hears a mysterious noise outside and suddenly thinks they’re in a survival movie. “Did you hear that? I think it’s a leopard.” Relax, my friend. It’s probably just a bushbaby… or a particularly aggressive squirrel.

5. The Unavoidable Love Affair with Tanzania

No matter how many  sundowners, poolside debates, or jungle explorer moments you have, you always leave with a smile. You wake up to sunrises that look like paintings, drink coffee that could change your life, and experience nature in a way that makes you want to quit your job and move here forever.

As for me? I’ll still be here, running my tiny lodge empire from the ceiling, keeping an eye on the next batch of guests.

So come visit soon—but maybe share your snacks this time?