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Southern African Adventures

Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique & Trains

Exotic, varied wildlife with almost guaranteed opportunities to see the Big 5 - Rhino, Leopard, Lion, Elephant and Cape Buffalo - plus loads of equally amazing other African creatures, awe-inspiring landscapes and a vibrant mosaic of cultures. A world of adventure and unparalleled travel possibilities await.

PRICES

Prices effective:
01 January 2012 - 31 October 2012
Package: CAD $1841.00 (Per Person - sharing)
Single Supplement: CAD $276.00 (Per Person - single occupancy)

5 Day Wildlife Discovery

The wildlife-rich St. Lucia wetlands, mountainous panaromas of Swaziland, and awe-inspiring Kruger National Park are just a few of the highlights on this exciting wildlife discovery trip.

 

Day 1 | Durban - St. Lucia

After collection from your hotel, leave the bustling city of Durban. Driving through sugar cane plantations along the Indian Ocean seaboard to Northern Zululand and onto St Lucia, home of the iSimangaliso World Heritage Site. Enjoy a river cruise on the estuary known as 'birder’s paradise'. Here pelicans, flamingoes, fish eagles, hippos and crocodiles may be seen. Arrive at your hotel in the late afternoon.

Protea Hotel Hluhluwe or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis

Rich in natural ambience and with a distinctively African rhythm, Protea Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris treats guests to luxurious accommodation, tantalising cuisine, and a world-class service with friendly staff who live the motto "hospitality is our game". The Protea Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris encourages visitors to leave the modern world behind and to embark on a discovery ... the untamed beauty of Kwazulu Natal's Elephant coast and the neighbouring wildlife and marine reserves have created a vibrant  eco-system of unrivalled diversity. At the Protea Hotel Hluhluwe & Safaris, you'll discover the wild nature of Africa and you will rejoice in the luxury and revel in the friendly warmth of one of Africa's most welcoming hotels!

 

Day 2 | Swaziland

Enjoy early morning game drive in your closed vehicle through the Hluhluwe Game Reserve. Enter the Kingdom of Swaziland at Golela border post. Make your way to the Ngwenya Glass Factory. Finish the day with the arrival at your overnight destination, the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary.

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary or similar - Bed and Breakfast

 

Day 3 | Swaziland - Kruger National Park

Enjoy a first –hand glimpse into Swaziland’s rich cultural heritage by visiting the Esitjeni Umphakatsi, bordering Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, and experience an original interaction with the local people of this vibrant community (weather depending). Leave Swaziland and re-enter South Africa. After a short game drive through the world famous Kruger National Park you arrive at your hotel in the late afternoon

Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort or similar – dinner, bed and breakfast

 

Day 4 | Panorama Route

After breakfast you start exploring the breathtaking Panorama Route, featuring various waterfalls, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Three Rondawels and the Blyde River Canyon. Arrive at your game lodge in time for afternoon tea before you start your evening game drive. Return to the lodge for a diverse array of eclectic cuisine.

Makalali Private Game Reserve or similar - dinner, bed & breakfast and 2 game driving activities

 

Day 5 | Johannesburg

Early morning bush walk or game drive, where you will have the opportunity to learn about the smaller species of Africa’s animal kingdom. After breakfast you depart to Johannesburg through the JG Strijdom Tunnel and marvel at the mountainous scenery. Travel through the historic towns of Lydenburg and Dullstroom before arriving in Gauteng. Drop off late afternoon at OR Tambo International Airport or at your hotel.

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