South Africa

Specials / Self-drive / Family / Walking / Romance / Budget / Capetown & Safari
KwaZulu Beach & Safari / Horse Safaris / Wildlife & Beach / Rhino Tour

Wildlife and Beach Safari

DAY 1: JOHANNESBURG – SOUTH AFRICA
Day at leisure in Johannesburg. We are met by our guide at the hotel reception for a briefing at +- 18h00 (Dinner own arrangements). City Lodge Bryanston (or similar). (Accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis).

DAY 2: SWAZILAND
We depart Johannesburg after breakfast and travel to the Kingdom of Swaziland, a former British protectorate, which gained independence in 1968. The smallest country in the southern hemisphere, this monarchy, still ruled by a king, is known for it’s friendly people and beautiful traditional crafts. Forester’s Arms (or similar). (Breakfast and dinner).

DAY 3: CASA LISA - MOÇAMBIQUE
We cross the border into Moçambique, where the colourful and vibrant local markets, the social and economic hub of life in the towns and villages, provide the visitor with an insight into the richness of local culture. Casa Lisa (or similar). (Breakfast and dinner).

DAY 4/5: PRAIA DE BARRA - MOÇAMBIQUE
We pass through Imhambane, one of Moçambique’s oldest and most charming towns with its picturesque dhows, before reaching the beautiful beaches of Barra. Our accommodation next to the azure ocean is set amid sand dunes and palm groves, and offers many optional excursions including diving and snorkelling. Barra Lodge (or similar). (Breakfast and dinner).

DAY 6/7: PRAIA DE LIMPOPO - MOÇAMBIQUE
We travel past numerous local fishing villages, lagoons and beautiful scenery. Our chalets under coconut palms, are located near a wide, deserted beach, allowing us to swim in the warm waters of the bay. Several optional excursions such as snorkelling and diving are available. Zongoene Lodge (or similar). (Breakfast and dinner).

DAY 8: MAPUTO - MOÇAMBIQUE
Maputo (formally Lorenço Marques) is one of Africa’s most attractive capitals. Set on a small cliff overlooking Maputo Bay, the wide avenues are lined with jacaranda and flame trees. Holiday Inn (or similar). (Accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis).

DAY 9/10/11: SAFARI IN KRUGER NATIONAL PARK – SOUTH AFRICA
We travel to the famous wildlife sanctuary of the Kruger National Park, one of the oldest game reserves in Africa, where we spend our time exploring the park on early morning and late afternoon game drives observing numerous species of animals and birds. We relax in camp during the mid-day. Chalet / bungalow accommodation within the Park (or similar). (Breakfast and dinner).

DAY 12: JOHANNESBURG
We return to the City Lodge Bryanston, Johannesburg at +- 16h00. (Breakfast only).

The itinerary will depend on local conditions.

Accommodation: 11 Nights in chalets, rest camps, lodges or hotels. Please note that Moçambique beach accommodation is rustic, with en-suite facilities.
Meals: Breakfast throughout, dinners as per itinerary. Excludes lunches and drinks. Excludes dinners in Johannesburg and Maputo.
Group size: 6-16 Participants.
Transfers : Transfers in Johannesburg (+-€45 p/p) may be pre-booked.
Guided: In English

Price: EURO 1644 (Single Room Supplement EURO 500) for dates:
2004 - May 5-16, June 2-13 and 16-27

Price EURO 1769 (Single Room Supplement EURO 500) for dates:
2004 - July 21-Aug. 8, Aug. 4-15 and 18-29, Sept. 8-19 and 22-Oct. 3, Oct. 6-17 and 20-30, Nov. 3-14, Dec. 23-Jan. 3, 2005