SOUTHERN AFRICA SAFARI

17 DAY SOUTH AFRICA OVERLAND ADVENTURE
South Africa Camping Safari

Johannesburg to Cape Town

Discover the diversity of wildlife, landscapes and culture that make South Africa "a world in one country". In the Kruger National Park look out for the Big Five. Absorb the colourful tribal heritage of Swaziland. In a Zululand reserve the elusive white rhino may be seen. From the grandeur of the Drakensberg to the untamed beauty of the Wild Coast. We meander along the Garden Route and on through the Winelands of the Western Cape; the tour ends with 2 nights in Cape Town, and the opportunity to explore the Cape Peninsula's natural beauty.

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS (Booked locally) : Night game-drives in Kruger; game & nature walks in the Drakensberg & Wild Coast; Jet skiing, canoeing & Ocean Safaris from Plettenberg Bay; Storms River bungi jumping and abseiling.

Important Notice: Arrive the day before the safari departs - the transfer from the Airport to the Randburg Towers Hotel with your overnight accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis is included in the cost of the safari.

Day 1: JOHANNESBURG
We depart at 06h30 from the Randburg Towers in Johannesburg, driving through Mpumalanga Province to the southern area of Kruger National Park.

Day 2: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
The largest game reserve in South Africa stretches north to south over approximately 500km and is home to the Big Five, as well as numerous other species of fauna and flora. Gamedrives in the park.

Day 3: SWAZILAND
Mlilwane Game Reserve is one of the Royal Reserves, part of the kingdom's commitment to wildlife preservation. Possible game drive or guided walk in the park.

Days 4 & 5: ZULULAND
From our base in Zululand, rich in both cultural history and wildlife, we undertake game viewing drives in Hluhluwe/ Umfolozi, famous for their contributions to saving the endangered rhino.

Days 6 & 7: DRAKENSBERG - GIANTS CASTLE
The central Drakensberg's main feature is the Giant's Castle Reserve, the largest national park in the area. Established in 1903, the highest tooth of the Drakensberg in the region is the 3409m Injasuti Dome. You may be lucky enough to see the rare lammergeyer or bearded vulture as you enjoy the many walking and hiking trails in the area.

Days 8 & 9: WILD COAST - TRANSKEI
The Transkei, birthplace of former president Nelson Mandela is well known for its stunning coastline, with superb surfing beaches and lush subtropical vegetation. We stay at Port St Johns, an idyllic town on the coast, situated at the mouth of the Umzimvubu River, with dramatic cliffs, great beaches and a relaxed atmosphere.

Day 10: ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK
Found in the Sundays River Valley near the Zuurberg Range, the 15,000 hectare Addo Elephant National Park is home to about 316 elephants, all that remain of the huge herds that once roamed the eastern Cape.

Days 11 & 12: THE GARDEN ROUTE
We install camp for 2 nights at Plettenberg Bay, from where we explore the Garden Route, an area of lush vegetation and abundant waterways bordering the coastal strip between the forests of the Tsitsikama and the winelands of the Western Cape. Many optional activities are available in this area, from Scuba diving to Bungi jumping.

Day 13: OUDTSHOORN
We move on to Oudtshoorn from where we visit the Cango Caves and an Ostrich Farm.

Day 14: WESTERN CAPE AND WINELANDS
We travel through a picturesque fruit and wine growing valley known as the longest wine route in the world "Route 62". Guest Farm accommodation on the Robertson/ Worcester wine route with breakfast only.

Days 15 & 16: CAPE TOWN
Set against its majestic Table Mountain, Cape Town offers historic and cultural attractions; explore the city and Cape Peninsula from your well-situated Waterfront hotel. A cable car ascent up Table Mountain (weather permitting) and a scenic drive to Cape Point are included. Numerous excursions on option. Sharing accommodation with breakfast only. (Breakwater Lodge or similar).

Day 17: DEPART CAPE TOWN
The tour ends after breakfast. The itinerary will depend on local conditions.

GRADING: Participation safari.
Accommodation: 13 nights camping, 3 nights hotel/ guest farm in Robertson and Cape Town. Meals: All meals when camping. Breakfast only in Robertson and Cape Town.
Group Size: 10 - 20 participants.
Important: Not recommended to participants over 55 years.

Price Guide

17 Day South Africa Overland Adventure
Safari starts in Johannesburg and finishes in Cape Town, South Africa.
Price includes accommodation, meals, excursions and taxes.
Excluded are gratuities and alcoholic beverages.
Price Per Person Sharing
from £700.00
for departures between January and the end of June 2004
(Excluding all flights to and from Africa)

Price Per Person Sharing
from £735.00
for departures between July and the end of December 2004
(Excluding all flights to and from Africa)

Safaris subject to availability and prices can change without prior notice.

To check availability for this safari, please contact us at
holidays@safari-africa.co.uk

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2004 Departure Dates

14th January to the 30th January
4th February to the 20th February
3rd March to the 19th March
7th April to the 23rd April
5th May to the 21st May
2nd June to the 18th June
7th July to the 23rd July
4th August to the 20th August
8th September to the 24th September
6th October to the 22nd October
3rd November to the 19th November
17th December to the 2nd January 2005

Important Notice: Arrive the day before the safari departs - the transfer from the Airport to the Randburg Towers Hotel with your overnight accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis is included in the cost of the safari.

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