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Walking South Africa SafariDiscover the wildlife of the Kruger National Park, hiking in the Swaziland mounatins, Zululand as well as the wetlands, wildlife as well as shorelines connected with KwaZulu-Natal, in advance of heading into the mountains belonging to the Drakensberg.Departure: Scheduled departure dates. Duration: 13 Days / 12 Nights. Accommodation: Lodges, hotels, chalets or cabins. Group Size: Minimum 2, Maximum 12. Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris.
Rates from:
€1 195.00
Per person sharing
Local Payment; R1 200.00 per person sharingSafari rates are in South African Rands *Rates may vary according to season CONTACT US FOR A FREE QUOTATION Flights (return); UK - RSA; from £ 515 USA - RSA; from $ 1200 EUR - RSA; from € 653 Subject to availability & T&C's Currency Converter DAYS 1-2: MPUMALANGA » After the tour briefing, we depart Johannesburg at 06:30am and head east towards Mpumalanga. » During the afternoon we visit the gold mining town of Pilgrims Rest, explore Bourkes Luck Potholes and the viewpoint over God's Window. » We then make our way to our chalets near the escarpment. » We spend the next day exploring the Blyde River canyon on foot. » Chalets (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAYS 3-4: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK » Big Game Safari. » We spend the next 2 days on game drives in search of the elusive leopard, the majestic lion and the mighty elephant. » Exciting game viewing on morning and afternoon game drives with the midday spent out of the heat resting in the camp. » Our professional guides will impart their extensive knowledge of ecology, fauna and flora during our time in the bush. » Night game drives with spotlights are available (own expense). » Tented lodges or chalets (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAYS 5-6: KINGDOM OF SWAZILAND » We enter the Kingdom of Swaziland and travel through a lush fruit farming area before heading into the mountains of Swaziland. » We spend 2 nights in Malalotja Nature Reserve with a full day to walk through this seldom explored mountainous reserve. » The Swazi people have a rich cultural heritage and we will visit the craft and medicine markets on day 7 as we pass through the capital, Mbabane. » Chalets (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAYS 7-9: ZULULAND » We cross back into South Africa and head into the Zululand heartland. » We visit a traditional village to learn more about the proud Zulu culture, and get a chance to meet the local people. » We base ourselves on the shores of Lake St Lucia – a Unesco world heritage site. » The park's uniqueness lies in its remarkable combination of estuarine lakes, subtropical coastline, forests and wildlife. » We will spend a day in the Hluhluwe game reserve where rhino conservation has been a priority. » We then have another full day free to explore the St. Lucia estuary and the beaches, as we enjoy a boat cruise or kayak excursion (own expense). » Cabins (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) DAY 10: BATTLEFIELDS » We leave the coastline and make our way through the scenic hills and valleys of Zululand to the small town of Dundee. » Here the battles were fought between the Zulus, British and the Boer troops - war cries still resound in the hills. » We spend time at Rourkes Drift and Islandwana battlefields with an informative visit to the Tulana museum. » Lodge (Breakfast and Lunch) DAYS 11-12: DRAKENSBERG » Witness the grandeur of the Drakensberg or Ukhahlamba "Barrier of Spears" Mountains. » We overnight at the base of the "berg" and spend a day walking the trails or taking a dip in the clear streams. » The crisp mountain air is refreshing and invigorating and our lodge is a fantastic place to relax at the end of our tour. » Tented lodges or chalets (Lunch and Dinner) DAY 18: TOUR ENDS - TRANSFERS » Morning free to take a last walk in the mountains before we make our way back to Johannesburg. Tour ends at +/-18:00pm. The above Walking South Africa Saafri rates are inclusive of: - » Transportation: Tour in fully equipped safari trucks or 12-seater mini-buses. Professionally Escorted. Discover South Africa with our professional tour guides » Accommodation: 12 nights in hotels, cabins & guest houses » Dining Inclusions: Tour leader prepares meals and we eat around the camp fire or in communal dining "lapas". Group participation in camp chores is required. » Group Size: 4-12(max) Participants » Transfers: Johannesburg maybe pre booked » Plus:Entrance Fees, Professional Guides (English Spoken) PLEASE NOTE: » The itinerary will depend on local conditions » Some departures operate in reverse » Booking Conditions |
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