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South Africa

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Walking Safaris

For any adventurous adult, a walking safari has to be the ultimate wildlife experience! We offer a selection of walking safaris throughout Southern Africa.

Walking and Hiking in Africa, as in any part of the world, is an adventure! In areas where there are wild creatures, from mosquitoes, ticks and snakes to hippo and lion, there is inevitably some element of risk. It is important that clients make themselves aware of the risks involved on the particular walking safari or trail they have selected, and are responsible for making their travel plans accordingly. We will not accept any bookings for clients who are not adequately insured.

Walking Safari at Phinda

Discover the excitement, drama and ancient secrets of the African wilderness ... on foot! This three night four day Walking Safari deliver an exceptional interpretive, up close and personal African experience. Accompanied throughout by armed specialist rangers and trackers, guests have the opportunity to identify tracks and insects, birdwatch and learn about habitats and ecology as they walk through the bushveld. Phinda in the Maputuland region of Kwa-Zulu Natal, features 15 000 hectares of game-rich land. Phinda neigbours the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park – which is a World Heritage Site - to the east and is only 30 km due west of the beautiful beaches of the Indian Ocean. Four tents in a scenic bush setting offer true Africa style. These spacious en-suite tents feature comfortable beds, hot bucket showers and flush w.c. Two comfortable chairs are on the “veranda” under awning.

A maximum of eight guests can be accommodated on this safari. Four to five hour morning walks plus pre-sunset short walks and night gamedrive combinations. Walking ensures a genuine up-close-and-personal experience of the bush. First aid kits are carried at all times. Reasonable standards of fitness are a prerequisite but distances covered will depend on sightings. Guests will be taught the basics of the art of tracking. Tracking of dangerous animals is avoided, but watching a breeding herd of elephant from a distance, or tracking a rhino is possible. The emphasis on this walking safari is on micro-systems, and time is spent observing spiders, ant lions, dung beetles and other small wonders of nature. This close “deep ecology” experience also ensures diverse bird watching.

Meals: Full Board and Walking/Game Activities
Accommodation Comfortable Bush camp on Phinda Game Reserve
Departure Dates Monday or Friday
Transport 4x4 open safari vehicle and on foot
Price Includes Meals and accommodation as shown in text, transfers, services of a ranger, walking activities on safari
Price Excludes International and domestic flights, visas, items of a personal nature, meals not specified
Minimum Number 2
Climate Subtropical climate - hot humid summers with afternoon rains, warm dry and sunny winters
Best time to go Suitable from March to November (closed from December to February)
Health Requirements Low risk malaria area. Anti-malarial precautions recommended. Sunblock essential.
Combines well with Self-drive and escorted tours in KwaZulu Natal & elsewhere

Day 1 : 3 nights Bush Lodge, Phinda Game Reserve, Full Board & Game Activities
On arrival at Phinda Bush Camp you settle in prior to your first afternoon foray into the bush. You stay at the comfortable Phinda bush camp for three nights and take guided game trails each morning with a game drive in the late afternoon. During the walks you have the opportunity to identify tracks and insects, birdwatch and learn about habitats and ecology as you walk through the bushveld.

Day 4 : Depart
After breakfast and your morning guided game trail you depart for your onward travel arrangements.

1 Jan 2005 to 31 Dec 2005
Price Per person sharing ZAR R 6,150
Single supplement ZAR R 0

Prices may be based on current exchange rates and are subject to change prior to booking.

Walking Safari at Ngala

For us, the walking safari is the ultimate wildlife experience. You will never forget the moment when, crouched low in the aromatic golden grass beside your armed game scout and guide, you watch elephants cross the river towards you! A walking safari is gentle ambling so it is suitable for any adventurous adult. This 3 night/4 day walking safari offer a unique way to experience the bushveld.

Meals Full Board and Walking/Game Activities
Accommodation Comfortable Bush camp on Ngala Game Reserve within the Timbavati (Greater Kruger Park)
Departure Dates Monday or Friday
Transport 4x4 open safari vehicle and on foot
Price Includes Meals and accommodation as shown in text, transfers, services of a ranger, walking activities on safari
Price Excludes International and domestic flights, visas, items of a personal nature, meals not specified
Minimum Number 2
Climate Subtropical climate - hot humid summers with afternoon rains, warm dry and sunny winters
Best time to go Suitable from March to November (closed December to February)
Health Requirements Anti-malarial precautions essential. Sunblock essential.
Combines well with Self-drive and escorted tours in Mpumalanga & elsewhere

Day 1 : 3 nights, Ngala Bush Camp, Full board and Game drives
On arrival at Ngala Bush Camp you settle in prior to your first afternoon foray into the bush. You stay at the comfortable Ngala bush camp for three nights and take guided game trails each morning with a game drive in the late afternoon. During the walks you have the opportunity to identify tracks and insects, birdwatch and learn about habitats and ecology as you walk through the bushveld.

Day 4 : Depart
After your morning guided game activity, the safari ends and you continue with your travel arrangements

1 Jan 2005 to 31 Dec 2005
Price Per person sharing ZAR R 6,150
Single supplement ZAR R 0

Kruger Walking Safari