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TOURS
& SAFARIS IN SOUTH AFRICA 10-14 DAYS
10 Day Diamond South
Africa Guided Tour - Kruger National Park / Blyde Canyon /
Cape Town / Garden Route / Oudtshoorn
Day 1: Johannesburg (D)
Arrive in Johannesburg and depart to Mpumalanga( 4 hours by
road or 1 hour flight depending on your arrival time and availability
of flights).
Accommodation: Seringa Lodge 4*, an elegant and welcoming
guest house in the countryside, ½ hour from the entrance
to Kruger
Day 2: Kruger National Park (B)
Continue on to the famous Kruger National Park, which protects
the widest variety of fauna in Africa, including the “Big
Five”.
Safari in an opened sided safari vehicle.
Optional Activities
Evening/Night Safari in an open sided truck
Morning walk
Accommodation: Skukuza on the banks of the Sabie River
or similar. The camps offer cafeteria, restaurant, shop, swimming
pool. Includes Conservation fee, excludes meals
Day 3: Kruger National Park-Drakensberg
 Morning
safari or optional activities (see above) then depart to the
village of Graskop with a stop in the picturesque and historical
gold mining village of Pilgrims Rest.
Accommodation: Graskop Hotel 3*, an artistic experience,
located in the Drakensberg escarpment, gateway to the Panorama
Route.
Day 4: Blyde Canyon/Cape Town(B)
Today, visit the Blyde River Canyon, the world’s third
largest and only “green” or vegetated canyon.
Enjoy magnificent views of the 3 Rondawels, the canyon and
the Swadini Dam, followed by Bourkes Luck Potholes, a geological
marvel. Continue to Johannesburg for a flight( excluded) to
Cape Town. Transfer to your hotel
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Day 5: Cape Town -Knysna (B)
Tour the city, visiting the picturesque Bokaap, with its brightly
coloured houses and cobbled streets, the historic sights and
the craft market in Greenmarket square. Optionally, and if
the weather permits, take the cable car up Table Mountain
(ZAR 180) From here, you will enjoy magnificent views of Cape
Town and the peninsula.
Depart to Knysna (5 hours), passing through
the historic town of Swellendam and the stunning beach of
Wilderness. Knysna is situated on a lagoon connected to the
sea by a narrow opening dominated by “The Heads”.
Knysna is known for its Oyster industry.
Accommodation: The Knysna Log Inn 4*, located within walking
distance to the Waterfront and a variety of restaurants
Day 6: The Garden Route-Tsitisikamma
National Park (B)
 Depart
to Tsitsikamma National Park, South Africa’s first Marine
reserve which also includes 80 kilometres of indigenous forest
home to monkeys, antelope and birds. The waters protect seals,
otters, dolphins and whales.
A variety of walks are possible leading along the coast and
through the lush vegetation. An easy hour long walk leads
to a suspension bridge over the Storms River Mouth whilst
a longer walk, the first section of the famous Otter Trail,
leads to a waterfall and natural pool on the edge of the ocean.
Optional Activities:
Elephant Sanctuary
Here one has the opportunity to interact with African Elephants
and take an Elephant back ride.
Or
Tenikwa
A refuge and rehabilitation centre for some of Africa’s
felines. It is possible to view some of the rarer and lesser
scene species as well as interact with cheetahs.
Continue to Oudtshoorn, located in the semi-desert
of the Little Karoo and known for the ostrich breeding industry.
The town boasts some unique sandstone architecture, notably
the decorative Ostrich Feather Palaces, built during the Ostrich
Feather boom of the early 20th century.
Accommodation: Thabile Lodge 4* on an ostrich farm with
stunning views of the Swartberg Mountains or Hlangana Lodge
4* in the outskirts of the town.
Day 7: Ostriches/Cango Caves/ Karoo
desert(B)
Today includes an interesting and amusing visit to an ostrich
farm.as well as the spectacular Cango Caves. After this, continue
over the impressive Swartberg Pass to the Great Karoo desert
with a stop at the historic little town of Prince Albert with
its many national monuments. The town offers a variety of
architectural styles such as Cape Dutch, Victorian and Karoo.
Return via the equally stunning Meiringspoort Gorge with a
stop at a mysterious waterfall.
Accommodation: Thabile Lodge 4* on an ostrich farm with
stunning views of the Swartberg Mountains or Hlangana Lodge
4* in the outskirts of the town.
Day 8: Oudtshoorn-Hermanus –Cape
Town(B)
Depart to Cape Town. Between June and November, stop at Hermanus,
one of the best places in the world for land based whale watching.
The rest of the year, we will visit the historic town of Stellenbosch
and stop at a wine estate with a gracious Cape Dutch Manor
House for some wine tasting.
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Day 9: Cape Peninsula (B)
A tour of the Cape of Good Hope starts with the picturesque
fishing port of Hout Bay where it is possible to take a 45
minute boat road to view a colony of Cape Fur Seals. (ZAR
60).Continue along the breath-taking cliff road towering above
the ocean below to enjoy the dramatic vistas of the Cape of
Good Hope and Cape Point, situated in a national park with
indigenous fauna and flora. Afterwards, stop at the Boulders
Beach Penguin colony. The day ends with a walk through the
tranquil Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, a magnificent tribute
to the indigenous flora of South Africa and the Cape.
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Other optional activities in Cape Town
 The
Wine Route- half day or full day
A day dedicated to wine tasting and the discovery of gracious
Cape Dutch Manor Houses. The historical towns and vineyards
are surrounding by breathtaking mountains and the striking
Cape Dutch architecture is epitomized by towns such as Franschhoek
and Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second oldest town
with its gables and museums.
Township Tour – half day
A half day township tour (morning) may include the District
Six museum (closed Sundays), Langa, a school or creche, a
Shebeen (bar), Khayelitsha, the opportunity to meet the local
people and a church service with singing (Sundays).
Robben Island- half day
The excursion to Robben Island, a Unesco World Heritage Site,
departs from the
Nelson Mandela Gateway in the Clocktower of the Waterfront
daily at 09h00, 11h00, 13h00, 15h00 and takes 3 ½ hours.
The visit includes the boat trip, a visit of the maximum security
prison, interaction with a former political prisoner and a
bus tour of the island with commentary in English.
Great White Shark Excursion-full day
Transfer to Gansbaai for observation of great white sharks
from the safety of a cage
Day 10: Cape Town (B)
Day at leisure until your transfer to the airport
Price per person sharing:
1 Nov 2011-30 April 2012 and 1 Sept 2012-31 Oct 2012 :
ZAR 15 525
1 May 2012-31 Aug 2012 : ZAR 14794
Price includes:
Transport and guide
Activities and meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Price excludes:
Personal expenses, drinks and meals not mentioned
Gratuities for guides and porters
Optional activities
Flights
10
Day Gold South Africa Guided Tour - Cape Town / Zululand /
Swaziland / Kruger National Park / Blyde Canyon
Day 1 : Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town. Transfer to your hotel
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Day 2: Cape Peninsula (B)
A tour of the Cape of Good Hope starts with the picturesque
fishing port of Hout Bay where it is possible to take a 45
minute boat road to view a colony of Cape Fur Seals. (ZAR
60).Continue along the breath-taking cliff road towering above
the ocean below to enjoy the dramatic vistas of the Cape of
Good Hope and Cape Point, situated in a national park with
indigenous fauna and flora. Afterwards, stop at the Boulders
Beach Penguin colony. The day ends with a walk through the
tranquil Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, a magnificent tribute
to the indigenous flora of South Africa and the Cape.
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Day 3: Day at Leisure (B)
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Optional activities in Cape Town
City Tour and Table Mountain Half Day
Tour the city, visiting the picturesque Bokaap, with its brightly
coloured houses and cobbled streets, the historic sights and
the craft market in Greenmarket square. Optionally, and if
the weather permits, take the cable car up Table Mountain
(ZAR 180) From here, you will enjoy magnificent views of Cape
Town and the peninsula.
Whale Watching- Half day
Between June and November visit Hermanus, one of the best
places in the world for land based whale watching.
The Wine Route- half day or full day
A day dedicated to wine tasting and the discovery of gracious
Cape Dutch Manor Houses. The historical towns and vineyards
are surrounding by breathtaking mountains and the striking
Cape Dutch architecture is epitomized by towns such as Franschhoek
and Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second oldest town
with its gables and museums.
Township Tour – half day
A half day township tour (morning) may include the District
Six museum (closed Sundays), Langa, a school or creche, a
Shebeen (bar), Khayelitsha, the opportunity to meet the local
people and a church service with singing (Sundays).
Robben Island- half day
The excursion to Robben Island, a Unesco World Heritage Site,
departs from the
Nelson Mandela Gateway in the Clocktower of the Waterfront
dailay at 09h00, 11h00, 13h00, 15h00 and takes 3 ½
hours. The visit includes the boat trip, a visit of the maximum
security prison, interaction with a former political prisoner
and a bus tour of the island with commentary in English.
Great White Shark Excursion-full day
Transfer to Gansbaai for observation of great white sharks
from the safety of a cage
Day 4: Cape Town (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight (excluded) to Durban.
Depart to St Lucia in Zululand situated in the iSimangaliso
Wetland Park (2 ½ hours), a Unesco World Heritage Site.
The village lies between the St Lucia estuary and the Indian
Ocean. The Park protects the coastline and beaches, a breeding
ground for turtles, lush tropical vegetation, towering sand
dunes, wetlands, a network of lakes and the estuary and is
home to a variety of wildlife including hippos, crocodiles,
antelope and birds
Accommodaiton: Umlilo Lodge 4*in the village of St Lucia
Day 5: St Lucia (B)
Day for optional activities:
Turtle tours
Excursion at night to see the massive Leatherback Turtles,
weighing up to 900kg when they come on to the beaches to lay
their eggs (1 Nov – 28 Feb).
Kayaking
2 Hour guided Kayak trip on the estuary with the possibility
of seeing birds, crocodiles, hippos
St Lucia Boat Cruise
 2
boat cruise on the estuary with the possibility of seeing
birds, crocodiles, hippos
Walks
Nature walks with the possibility of seeing monkeys, antelope,
zebras, wildebeest.
Cape Vidal Snorkel Safari
Safari through the Isimangaliso park with its varying habitats
and wildlife ending at the stunning beach of Cape Vidal with
the possibility of snorkelling (tide dependant)
Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Safari
Safari in the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi,Game Reserve, known for its
role in saving the white and black rhinos from extinction.
The park also protects the big five as well as a variety of
other animals and birds.
Accommodation: Umlilo Lodge 4*in the village of St Lucia
Day 6: Swaziland (B,D)
The day starts with a cultural village tour for an introduction
to the history, traditions and dances of the Zulu people.
Continue to Swaziland, stopping at a colourful Swazi market
and the Ngwenya glass factory.
Accommodation: Hawane Resort in modernized Swazi Beehives
Day 7: Kruger National Park (B)
Continue on to the famous Kruger National Park, which protects
the widest variety of fauna in Africa, including the “Big
Five”. Afternoon safari through the park in car or minibus
to one of the parks rest camps.
Optional Activities
Evening/Night Safari in an open sided truck
Morning walk
Accommodation: Skukuza on the banks of the Sabie River or
similar. The camps offer cafeteria, restaurant, shop, swimming
pool. Accommodation in a bungalow.
Includes Conservation fee, excludes meals
Day 8 : Kruger National Park
Full day safari in an opened sided safari vehicle.
Accommodation: Skukuza on the banks of the Sabie River or
similar. The camps offer cafeteria, restaurant, shop, swimming
pool. Accommodation in a bungalow.
Includes Conservation fee, excludes meals
Day 9: Kruger National Park
Morning safari or optional activities (see above) then depart
to the village of Graskop with a stop in the picturesque and
historical gold mining village of Pilgrims Rest.
Accommodation: Graskop Hotel 3*, an artistic experience,
located in the Drakensberg escarpment, gateway to the Panorama
Route.
Day 10 : Johannesburg (B)
Today, visit the Blyde River Canyon, the world’s third
largest and only “green” or vegetated canyon.
Enjoy magnificent views of the 3 Rondawels, the canyon and
the Swadini Dam, followed by Bourkes Luck Potholes, a geological
marvel. Continue to Johannesburg.
Price per person sharing:
1 Nov 2011-30 April 2012 and 1 Sept 2012-31 Oct 2012 :
ZAR 15078
1 May 2012-31 Aug 2012 : ZAR 14542
Price includes:
Transport and guide
Activities and meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Price excludes:
Personal expenses, drinks and meals not mentioned
Gratuities for guides and porters
Optional activities
Flights
13 Day Platinum South
Africa Guided Tour - Cape Town / Garden Route / Oudtshoorn
/ Zululand / Swaziland /Kruger National Park / Blyde Canyon
Day 1 : Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town. Transfer to your hotel
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Day 2: Cape Town -Knysna (B)
Tour the city, visiting the picturesque Bokaap, with its brightly
coloured houses and cobbled streets, the historic sights and
the craft market in Greenmarket square. Optionally, and if
the weather permits, take the cable car up Table Mountain
(ZAR 180) From here, you will enjoy magnificent views of Cape
Town and the peninsula.
Depart to Knysna (5 hours), passing through
the historic town of Swellendam and the stunning beach of
Wilderness. Knysna is situated on a lagoon connected to the
sea by a narrow opening dominated by “The Heads”.
Knysna is known for its Oyster industry.
Accommodation: The Knysna Log Inn 4*, located within walking
distance to the Waterfront and a variety of restaurants
Day 3: The Garden Route-Tsitisikamma
National Park (B)
Depart to Tsitsikamma National Park, South Africa’s
first Marine reserve which also includes 80 kilometres of
indigenous forest home to monkeys, antelope and birds. The
waters protect seals, otters, dolphins and whales.
A variety of walks are possible leading along the coast and
through the lush vegetation. An easy hour long walk leads
to a suspension bridge over the Storms River Mouth whilst
a longer walk, the first section of the famous Otter Trail,
leads to a waterfall and natural pool on the edge of the ocean.
Optional Activities:
Elephant Sanctuary
Here one has the opportunity to interact with African Elephants
and take an Elephant back ride.
Or
Tenikwa
A refuge and rehabilitation centre for some of Africa’s
felines. It is possible to view some of the rarer and lesser
scene species as well as interact with cheetahs.
Continue to Oudtshoorn, located in the semi-desert
of the Little Karoo and known for the ostrich breeding industry.
The town boasts some unique sandstone architecture, notably
the decorative Ostrich Feather Palaces, built during the Ostrich
Feather boom of the early 20th century.
Accommodation: Thabile Lodge 4* on an ostrich farm with
stunning views of the Swartberg Mountains or Hlangana Lodge
4* in the outskirts of the town.
Day 4: Ostriches/Cango Caves/ Karoo
desert(B)
Today includes an interesting and amusing visit to an ostrich
farm.as well as the spectacular Cango Caves. After this, continue
over the impressive Swartberg Pass to the Great Karoo desert
with a stop at the historic little town of Prince Albert with
its many national monuments. The town offers a variety of
architectural styles such as Cape Dutch, Victorian and Karoo.
Return via the equally stunning Meiringspoort Gorge with a
stop at a mysterious waterfall.
Accommodation: Thabile Lodge 4* on an ostrich farm with
stunning views of the Swartberg Mountains or Hlangana Lodge
4* in the outskirts of the town.
Day 5: Oudtshoorn-Hermanus –Cape
Town(B)
Depart to Cape Town. Between June and November, stop at Hermanus,
one of the best places in the world for land based whale watching.
The rest of the year, we will visit the historic town of Stellenbosch
and stop at a wine estate with a gracious Cape Dutch Manor
House for some wine tasting.
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Day 6: Cape Peninsula (B)
A tour of the Cape of Good Hope starts with the picturesque
fishing port of Hout Bay where it is possible to take a 45
minute boat road to view a colony of Cape Fur Seals. (ZAR
60).Continue along the breath-taking cliff road towering above
the ocean below to enjoy the dramatic vistas of the Cape of
Good Hope and Cape Point, situated in a national park with
indigenous fauna and flora. Afterwards, stop at the Boulders
Beach Penguin colony. The day ends with a walk through the
tranquil Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, a magnificent tribute
to the indigenous flora of South Africa and the Cape.
Accommodation: Cape Town Lodge 4* or similar, located
in the city centre, within walking distance of historical
sites such as the Parliament, The Company Gardens, museums,
the Castle and a variety of restaurants.
Or
Walden House 4* a beautiful Victorian Guesthouse located in
the tranquil Tamboerskloof district and within walking distance
to a variety of restaurants.
Other optional activities in Cape Town
The Wine Route- half day or full day
A day dedicated to wine tasting and the discovery of gracious
Cape Dutch Manor Houses. The historical towns and vineyards
are surrounding by breathtaking mountains and the striking
Cape Dutch architecture is epitomized by towns such as Franschhoek
and Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second oldest town
with its gables and museums.
Township Tour – half day
A half day township tour (morning) may include the District
Six museum (closed Sundays), Langa, a school or creche, a
Shebeen (bar), Khayelitsha, the opportunity to meet the local
people and a church service with singing (Sundays).
Robben Island- half day
The excursion to Robben Island, a Unesco World Heritage Site,
departs from the
Nelson Mandela Gateway in the Clocktower of the Waterfront
dailay at 09h00, 11h00, 13h00, 15h00 and takes 3 ½
hours. The visit includes the boat trip, a visit of the maximum
security prison, interaction with a former political prisoner
and a bus tour of the island with commentary in English.
Great White Shark Excursion-full day
Transfer to Gansbaai for observation of great white sharks
from the safety of a cage
Day 7: Cape Town (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight (excluded) to Durban.
Depart to St Lucia in Zululand situated in the iSimangaliso
Wetland Park (2 ½ hours), a Unesco World Heritage Site.
The village lies between the St Lucia estuary and the Indian
Ocean. The Park protects the coastline and beaches, a breeding
ground for turtles, lush tropical vegetation, towering sand
dunes, wetlands, a network of lakes and the estuary and is
home to a variety of wildlife including hippos, crocodiles,
antelope and birds
Accommodaiton: Umlilo Lodge 4*in the village of St Lucia
Day 8: St Lucia (B)
Day for optional activities:
Turtle tours
Excursion at night to see the massive Leatherback Turtles,
weighing up to 900kg when they come on to the beaches to lay
their eggs (1 Nov – 28 Feb).
Kayaking
2 Hour guided Kayak trip on the estuary with the possibility
of seeing birds, crocodiles, hippos
 St
Lucia Boat Cruise
2 boat cruise on the estuary with the possibility of seeing
birds, crocodiles, hippos
Walks
Nature walks with the possibility of seeing monkeys, antelope,
zebras, wildebeest.
Cape Vidal Snorkel Safari
Safari through the Isimangaliso park with its varying habitats
and wildlife ending at the stunning beach of Cape Vidal with
the possibility of snorkelling (tide dependant)
Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Safari
Safari in the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi,Game Reserve, known for its
role in saving the white and black rhinos from extinction.
The park also protects the big five as well as a variety of
other animals and birds.
Accommodation: Umlilo Lodge 4*in the village of St Lucia
Day 9: Swaziland (B,D)
The day starts with a cultural village tour for an introduction
to the history, traditions and dances of the Zulu people.
Continue to Swaziland, stopping at a colourful Swazi market
and the Ngwenya glass factory.
Accommodation: Hawane Resort in modernized Swazi Beehives
Day 10: Kruger National Park (B)
Continue on to the famous Kruger National Park, which protects
the widest variety of fauna in Africa, including the “Big
Five”. Afternoon safari through the park in car or minibus
to one of the parks rest camps.
Optional Activities
Evening/Night Safari in an open sided truck
Morning walk
Accommodation: Skukuza on the banks of the Sabie River or
similar. The camps offer cafeteria, restaurant, shop, swimming
pool. Accommodation in a bungalow.
Includes Conservation fee, excludes meals
Day 11 : Kruger National Park
Full day safari in an opened sided safari vehicle.
Accommodation: Skukuza on the banks of the Sabie River or
similar. The camps offer cafeteria, restaurant, shop, swimming
pool. Accommodation in a bungalow.
Includes Conservation fee, excludes meals
Day 12: Kruger National Park
Morning safari or optional activities (see above) then depart
to the village of Graskop with a stop in the picturesque and
historical gold mining village of Pilgrims Rest.
Accommodation: Graskop Hotel 3*, an artistic experience,
located in the Drakensberg escarpment, gateway to the Panorama
Route.
Day 13 : Johannesburg (B)
Today, visit the Blyde River Canyon, the world’s third
largest and only “green” or vegetated canyon.
Enjoy magnificent views of the 3 Rondawels, the canyon and
the Swadini Dam, followed by Bourkes Luck Potholes, a geological
marvel. Continue to Johannesburg.
Price per person sharing:
1 Nov 2011-30 April 2012 and 1 Sept 2012-31 Oct 2012 ZAR 22
304
1 May 2012-31 Aug 2012 ZAR 21 500
Price includes:
Transport and guide
Activities and meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Price excludes:
Personal expenses, drinks and meals not mentioned
Gratuities for guides and porters
Optional activities
Flights
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