 A courageous, modern woman, spoiled by success, travels to Africa with her 16-year-old son to start her life all over again and to run a ranch there - a brave step into an uncertain future. Until now the two of them have only been accustomed to life in the big city, but in Africa they are faced by a completely unknown and utterly fascinating new world. Helped by their Africa-wise ranch manager, they undergo a whole series of adventures as they gradually learn to fathom the mysteries of Africa.