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20 Days South African Explorer Accommodated (2010)
COUNTRIES VISITED: SOUTH AFRICA, SWAZILAND, AND LESOTHO
Highlights: Depart from Johannesburg and travel through the Panorama Route. Explore the Kruger National Park, and the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary. Move on to St Lucia Wetland Park and take an afternoon sunset cruise on the lagoon. Then enter the coastal city of Durban; After enjoying the beautiful beach of Kwa Zulu Natal, travel Inland to the Royal Natal National Parkpart of the massive Drakensberg escarpment. Enjoy the popular pony trekking excursion at Lesotho; Visit the Addo Elephant National Park and the Tsitsikamma National Park. Then proceed towards Knysna and relax by the lagoon. Next destination is Oudtshoorn where you can explore the exquisite Cango Caves. Travel through the Stellenbosch Wine Route towards Cape Town.
ITINERARY:
Tour Code: NAJC 2010
Day 1 South Africa - Panorama Route (Two per room L,D)
After a short briefing we leave Johannesburg on a scenic drive through Mpumalanga and the breathtaking vistas of the Lowveld. Blyde River Canyon, God”s Window and Bourke”s Luck Potholes will be some of today”s highlights.
Day 2/3 Kruger National Park (Two per room B,L,D)
We get up early and visit a wildlife rehabilitation centre for an educational experience and then enter the world famous Kruger NP. The next two days are spent exploring the southern Kruger area and we have a good chance of sighting Africa's famed big five. An optional night drive with one of the South African National Park (SANP) rangers is an excellent way to see some of the nocturnal animals. Optional Activities: SANP Night Drive
Day 4/5 Swaziland - Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary (Two per Beehive Hut B,L,D)
Today we leave the Kruger NP and cross the border into Swaziland. We spend the next two nights in the Mlilwane Nature Reserve where we are able to explore the area on foot. We also experience the wonderful Swazi culture when enjoying a display of traditional dancing. Optional Activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horse Riding and Game Viewing.
Day 6/7 SOUTH AFRICA - iSIMANGALISO (ST. LUCIA) WETLAND PARK & DURBAN (Two per room B,L,D (D day 6 only))
We leave Swaziland and re-enter South Africa to drive down to the warm Indian Ocean coast. We spend the afternoon exploring the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park and take an afternoon sunset cruise on the lagoon. The following morning we transfer to the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve for a guided game drive. We enter the coastal city of Durban in the late afternoon. Optional Activities: Dinner and night out in Durban.
Day 8/9 Drakensberg (Two per room B,L,D)
We leave the beautiful beaches of Kwa Zulu Natal, and travel inland to the Royal Natal NP, part of the massive Drakensberg escarpment. You can choose between many activities, including horse riding. A short guided hike to view Bushmen rock art can be very enjoyable. Optional Activities: Horse Riding, Hiking.
Day 10/11 Lesotho - Malalealea (Two per room B,L,D)
After a long but scenic drive we cross the Lesotho border. The popular pony trekking excursion requires an early moring of those who are participating. Lesotho natives will guide you along remote trails and the scenery is spectacular. For those who prefer to remain at the lodge there are more relaxing activities available, such as a visit to the village school or craft market. Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion, Hiking.
Day 12/13 South Africa - Hogsback (Two per room B,L,D)
We leave Lesotho and drive south to the picturesque Hogsback valley. In addition to a gentle hike into the surrounding forest your guides will also provide information on the other available activities in this area. Optional Activities: Horse riding, mountain biking
Day 14 Addo Elephant National Park (Two per room B,L,D)
As the name suggests, the Addo Elephant NP is full of elephants! These magnificent creatures are always a highlight and you will be sure to get some superb photos.
Day 15/16 Tsitsikamma National Park (Two per room B,L,D)
After an early morning game drive we bid farewell to the elephants and drive along the sunshine coast until we reach Bloukrans. Optional Activities: Bungee Jumping (highest in the world), Treetop Canopy Tour.
Day 17/18 Plettenberg Bay/ Oudtshoorn (Two per room B,L,D)
It is only a short distance to Knysna, where you can relax by the lagoon or take a walk through this interesting town. The following day we travel through the Outeniqua Mountains towards Oudtshoorn. The visit to the world famous Cango Caves is included. Later in the day you have the option of visiting an Ostrich Farm. Optional Activities: Ostrich Farm visit and Ostrich Riding.
Day 19 Stellenbosch Wine Route (Two per room B,L)
We take a scenic drive to Stellenbosch. As this is the last night on tour we will go out to a local restaurant for dinner. Optional Activity: Meal Out.
Day 20 Cape Town (Tour ends Own Arrangements B)
After a leisurely breakfast, we go to a wine farm to taste some of South Africa”s finest wines. We also visit the Cheetah Breeding Project and finally the tour ends, in the afternoon, at the Nomad office in Greenmarket Square.
Ref Details
1045 Departs: 01-Jul-2010 Returns: 20-Jul-2010
1049 Departs: 15-Jul-2010 Returns: 03-Aug-2010
1053 Departs: 29-Jul-2010 Returns: 17-Aug-2010
1057 Departs: 12-Aug-2010 Returns: 31-Aug-2010
1061 Departs: 26-Aug-2010 Returns: 14-Sep-2010
1065 Departs: 09-Sep-2010 Returns: 28-Sep-2010
1069 Departs: 23-Sep-2010 Returns: 12-Oct-2010
1073 Departs: 07-Oct-2010 Returns: 26-Oct-2010
1077 Departs: 21-Oct-2010 Returns: 09-Nov-2010
1081 Departs: 04-Nov-2010 Returns: 23-Nov-2010
Price: ZAR 18650 per person on Twin Sharing
Single Supplement: ZAR 2820
Local Payment: N/A
Meals: B, L x 19, D x 16
Start Point: Johannesburg
End Point: Cape Town
Accommodation: Two per Room / Permanent Tent
Price Excludes:
Price Excludes:
Airfare and Taxes
Anything not specified
Visa charges
Government Service Tax of 2.575%
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