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Africa Collection Travel Guide

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Southern Africa East Africa Dubai The Indian Ocean

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Our passion is helping you with your travel arrangements and ensuring that you have a successful and trouble-free African sojourn, so ‌ ‌ let us guide you!

A F R I C A C O L L E C T I O N T R AV E L G U I D E AFRICA COLLECTION

Let us guide you

Founded in 2000, Africa Collection has established itself as one of the leading specialist tour operators to Africa in the UK. We are excited to be able to present our brochure to Southern and East Africa and the Indian Ocean – 15 amazing countries and countless hand-picked travel experiences.

We believe that we offer a unique product, and service levels to be proud of. Many of the hotels and lodges we feature are privately owned, where you will not be just a room number, or even a name, but a welcome guest. And as a valued guest you will be afforded hospitality, attention and a genuine insight into the area you are visiting.

Not simply a tourist, but a traveller – and we believe there is a big difference.

Financial protection In compliance with the UK Package Travel, Package

Have you ever thought that there is now just too much information available? How do you know

Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992,

what is good and what is bad when everything looks great! Well, we have done a lot of the hard

a bond has been arranged with ABTA to protect

work for you. The establishments we use have been carefully selected. Whilst the ‘benchmark’

customers’ prepayments in the unlikely event of

may be set at different levels in different countries, the same principles apply.

our financial failure and paid in respect of:

Our passion is helping you with your travel arrangements, ensuring you have a successful

• non-flight inclusive packages commencing

and trouble free African sojourn, so - ‘Let us Guide You’.

and returning to the UK • the ground handling aspects of packages where

The Africa Collection team

the customer is responsible for arranging travel to the destinations offered in this brochure (subject to the terms of the insurance policy), for:

For further information or to make a reservation, please do not hesitate to contact Africa Collection on – 01403 256655.

• a refund of such prepayments if customers have not yet travelled, or • making arrangements to enable the holiday to continue if customers have already travelled.

Any air holidays or flights booked by Africa Collection are protected by the Civil Aviation Authority - www.caa.co.uk Our ATOL number is 6514.

Our ABTA number is Y5882.

The Africa Collection UK offices in West Sussex

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A F R I C A C O L L E C T I O N T R AV E L G U I D E

Contents CONTENTS

Africa Collection

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Classifications

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Weddings

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Airlines

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Car Rental

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SOUTH AFRICA

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EAST AFRICA

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Malawi

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Cape Town

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Tanzania

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Villas and Apartments

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Tanzania Lodges and Hotels

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Winelands and Overberg

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Tanzania Safaris

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Zanzibar Lodges and Hotels

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Kenya

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Eastern Cape

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Kenya Safaris

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Itinerary suggestions, Cape Town and Garden Route

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Kenya Coast Hotels

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Portfolio Collection

Garden Route Golf

Mpumalanga, Limpopo Province and Kruger National Park 24 KwaZulu Natal

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MOZAMBIQUE

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Rovos Rail

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Lodges and Hotels

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Blue Train

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Madikwe and Welgevonden Game Reserves

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ADVENTURE

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Itinerary Suggestions

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ZIMBABWE

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Hotels and Resort

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NAMIBIA

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REUNION

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Lodges and Hotels

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Suggested Itineraries

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SEYCHELLES

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Hotels and Island Resorts

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DUBAI

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Savute Safari Lodge, Chobe Game Lodge

Local Information

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and Chobe Savanna

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General Advice

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Suggested Itineraries

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Booking Conditions

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Map

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Reservations and Contacts

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BOTSWANA

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Camp Okavango and Xugana Island Lodge

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Camp Moremi, Xakanaxa and Leroo La Tau

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ZAMBIA

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Lodges and Hotels

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Suggested Itineraries

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We are the experts and ready to help If you can’t see your perfect destination in our brochure, please get in touch - our experienced staff are specialists and full of great ideas and suggestions.

We’ll do our best to arrange your ideal trip.

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Wedding Destinations for your day to remember Classifications and symbols We have classified the properties in this guide to convey the level of

Weddings abroad are becoming ever more popular and Africa Collection offers a

comfort and experience you can expect. This is not a grading system,

comprehensive range of wedding options. We can deliver a unique, and cost-effective,

as the standards in the destinations featured vary too much, but an

‘day to remember’ with a hand-picked selection of locations and properties.

attempt to ensure that you arrive at your chosen property with

Share your love for one another in the most spectacular surroundings.

realistic expectations. They are:

• Luxurious • Sophisticated • Elegant • Casual • Rustic • Secluded • Game Lodge

– elite, deluxe, sumptuous, excellence in all areas – subtle, delicate, refined, tasteful, understated – good taste, semi-refined, elegant yet casual

getting married abroad. Imagine marrying at the top of Table Mountain, overlooking the ’Mother City’ of Cape Town; or on a private game reserve with the magic of the African bush as a backdrop. You may prefer a more tropical affair on a white sandy beach in Mauritius, or amongst the vineyards at one of South Africa’s top wine estates.

– relaxed, comfortable, informal, laid-back

So let our team of knowledgeable staff indulge their passion

– country style, provincial, simple décor

for Africa and the Indian Ocean, to help you plan a memorable

– isolated, remote, off the beaten track

wedding and honeymoon.

A typical wedding package includes:

– a wildlife experience, with guided activities, in open vehicles; boats; or on foot

• Nature Reserve – • Romantic • Beach Resort

Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean have long been popular destinations for

• Accommodation

emphasising flora and fauna, often with antelope and plains game

• Magistrate, ceremony and all legal documentation • All decor, flowers and wedding cake

– has honeymoon suite or is just plain romantic

• Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine

– is located on, or very close to, a good sunbathing and/or swimming beach

Each package may vary and we would be more than happy to tailor make to your individual requirements.

When you see one of the following symbols, it means those facilities are offered at that property:-

‘hand-picked’ selection of hotels and lodges that they offer. In our case it really is true!

Spa / Health Treatments

The establishments we work with for weddings are our very closest partners, some of

Health Spa or Health & Beauty treatments offered

whom we have been working with for nearly 20 years. Using some 4-star, but mainly

Game / Nature Activities Wildlife and nature activities available, or included

Leisure Activities Good sport and leisure facilities & activities available, or included

5-star establishments, they offer the very best in creature comforts, facilities, cuisine and perhaps most importantly customer service and attention to detail. Nothing will be too much trouble and we just know that they will handle your big day exactly as has been meticulously planned.

The Special Touches

Family Friendly

We have arranged plenty of surprises for you on your big day, and your honeymoon.

Property that is child friendly and/or offers inter-leading rooms

We don’t want to give all of our secrets away and spoil all the surprises - but think

and family suites and/or provides something extra for children

room upgrades, welcome bottles of wine, unexpected dinners in the bush, romantic

Scuba Diving Affiliated scuba diving centre on site

Gourmet Choice of restaurants and gourmet dining experience on offer

Adventure Something for those people with an enhanced spirit of adventure

Bucket List Things to see before you ‘kick the bucket’. Our wow factor recommendations to add to your personal list

The Tourism Grading Council of South Africa The TGCSA gives an independent assessment of what you can expect to find at your accommodation, based on the overall quality but also taking into account the services and facilities.

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Your Accommodation Nearly every travel brochure you pick up and website you read, will refer to the

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baths, and you won’t be far wide of the mark. We will do everything possible to make your experience a truly memorable one.

And why not let us arrange a twin centre wedding and honeymoon trip, allowing you to combine your two dream locations? Or let us help make arrangements for your friends and family to join you.

L E T U S G U I D E YO U AFRICA COLLECTION

Air Travel

Africa Collection's preferred airline partner in Southern Africa is South African Airways, the leading carrier and a Star Alliance member.

South African Airways offer more flights per week from Europe to South Africa than any other airline. Their recently updated fleet offers the latest video-on-demand entertainment in all cabins and award winning flat-bed-seats in Business Class. Additionally, their domestic and regional network is the most comprehensive in Southern Africa.

We can’t stress too strongly the advantages of having all of your flights booked on the same ticket – it is usually cheaper and always more sensible.

South African Airways - inspired

by Africa's warmest hospitality.

L E T U S G U I D E YO U

Car Rental Africa Collection recommends Avis Car Rental in Southern Africa, a car hire company you can rely on. Recognised as one of the world’s leading suppliers British Airways needs little introduction as one of the world’s foremost

of rental cars, Avis has the most comprehensive network of rental locations,

airlines. A member of the One World Alliance and a household name,

services and vehicles in Southern Africa.

they offer a world-class product and service. British Airways has a good

From one-day rentals to long stay rentals we offer fully inclusive competitive

network of domestic South African and Southern Africa regional services,

rates and will help make your trip as smooth as is possible.

and excellent UK regional connections making it an ideal choice for many itineraries and combinations.

Their popular World Traveller Plus Cabin is an affordable alternative, guaranteeing that all-important extra space on board the aircraft and an all round more enjoyable travel experience. In addition their Club World and FIRST cabins continue to be market leaders and a benchmark for airlines around the world.

We also work closely with:

AVIS LUXURY CARS is the last word in vehicle rental. Prestige vehicles and a prestige service!

AVIS POINT 2 POINT is a private transfer service that will take you from everywhere to anywhere, any day of the week & all hours of the day.

Whether you want to get from an airport to your hotel or from a sports event to your front door, a Point-to-Point chauffeur is only a call away.

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South Africa

Inspiring new ways

‘I found a place in Africa . . . a place where I was able to escape the world and live in a dream of tranquility for a moment in time.’

A cliché maybe but South Africa really is a ‘World in one Country’. It is a large country that contains many fascinating and distinct natural features, regions, cultures & attractions – but they all blend harmoniously to form the modern Rainbow Nation that is South Africa.

There is the vibrant and colourful city of Cape Town, nestled in the shadow of Table Mountain. The Garden Route, stretching from the Cape Winelands to Port Elizabeth, is one of the most popular tourist routes. KwaZulu-Natal, the Kingdom of the Zulu, offers travellers diverse attractions and landscapes. The provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo draw people with their scenery and of course Kruger National Park, which offers a wildlife experience that ranks along with the best in Africa.

Incredible safari experiences; the frenetic pace and energy of Gauteng; the wide golden plains of the Free State; the big skys & classic bushveld of Northwest Province; and South Africa’s largest and mainly desert province the Northern Cape - there really is something for everyone.

Blue skies, beaches, rolling oceans, dramatic mountain scenery, local hospitality, golf, rugged coastlines, good surfing, diving, adventure activities, nature and wildlife reserves, animal sanctuaries, polo and hiking. Add into the mix the great infrastructure, standards and accessibility, and it’s not hard to see why the country is one of the most popular tourist spots in the world today.

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T R U S T E D P L A C E S T O S TAY

SOUTH AFRICA

The Portfolio Collection The informed choice for the independent traveller and our close partner in South Africa

The Portfolio Collection represents a benchmark of the best quality accommodation in South and Southern Africa, ranging from private game reserves, fine country houses, boutique city hotels and charming guesthouses, to select bed and breakfast in private homes. Established in South Africa in 1982, it represents over 500 establishments chosen for their ambience,

Some of the very best independent establishments that South Africa

atmosphere and warm hospitality.

has to offer. Fine Country Houses,

Each is personally visited and assessed regularly

Boutique Hotels and Private Game

by a team of travelling consultants, providing

Reserves, Villas and Apartments,

assurance that standards are maintained.

Health Spas, Wedding and Honeymoon

Portfolio has choices to suit every discerning traveller, and the Portfolio rating system will

venues in South Africa.

assist you in your selection.

Many of the smaller independent establishments in South Africa featured in this brochure are Portfolio Collection choices and you can be assured that their philosophy of ‘Pride in Personal Service’ will be evident.

This reflects the friendly attitude, warm ambience and unique atmosphere, which is the

To suit every taste and budget.

City Guest Houses, Country Retreats, Small Game Lodges and unique self-contained hideaways including Apartments and Villas.

spirit of Portfolio.

Some of the best B&B’s in the world can be found in South Africa, combining great value for money with exceptional standards.

Quality Bed & Breakfast in Private Homes and on Working Farms, as well as Self-contained Cottages.

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Winchester Mansions Elegant The iconic Winchester Mansions on the Atlantic seafront in Cape Town, is not far from the V&A Waterfront or the city centre. The comfortable rooms and suites are a mixture of classic and contemporary dÊcor, offering sea or mountain views. Harveys at Winchester Mansions offers South African cuisine with a European twist, and the beautiful Courtyard is perfect for an al fresco meal. Mix with the locals in the bar or on the sunset deck overlooking the ocean. The Ginkgo Spa offers a variety of holistic treatments, or simply relax at the hotel’s heated swimming pool. TGCSA 4-Star Hotel.

51 classic or contemporary loft style rooms and 25 suites, including one presidential suite

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Four Rosmead

The Vineyard Hotel & Spa

Elegant

Sophisticated

Four Rosmead is a contemporary classic, a lovingly restored Edwardian home

The ever-popular Vineyard Hotel is a 207 room hotel situated

built in 1903, with magnificent views of Table Mountain. The property is

in 6 acres of landscaped gardens in Newlands, a leafy suburb just 15 minutes

within walking distance of the city centre and popular restaurants, with the

from the city centre and the V&A Waterfront. There are a variety of rooms

V&A Waterfront and the beautiful beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton a short

and suites, with interleading and paraplegic rooms available, all offering

drive or taxi journey away. Tastefully decorated rooms all have first-class

free internet access. 5 x two-bedroom Garden Cottages are ideal for families.

amenities, most with private gardens, balconies or courtyard access. Delicious

A choice of 4 restaurants ranging from fusion cuisine to health cafe, a casual

breakfasts, a swimming pool and warm, efficient and socially responsible

garden lounge to fine dining and sushi. The hotel has an Angsana Spa,

hospitality. Lunches and dinners are available on request, as are health

indoor and outdoor pools as well as a state-of-the-art gymnasium.

treatments. Wi-Fi is complimentary.

114 Courtyard-facing rooms; 60 Mountain-facing rooms;

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Cape Grace Sophisticated The Cape Grace is a classic boutique hotel, on Cape Town’s vibrant V&A Waterfront. The rooms and suites each have their own unique décor fusing modern style with traditional Cape culture, not forgetting the fresh flowers and personally selected books. French windows open the rooms out to views of the marina or the harbour.

The Signal Restaurant serves innovative Cape cuisine while the popular Bascule Whisky, Wine & Cocktail bar houses over 400 whiskies from around the world and an impressive selection of the finest Cape wines. You can relax on the terrace beside the outdoor heated swimming pool, keep fit at the fitness studio or book a pampering session at the Spa. There is a complimentary chauffeur transfer service within a 10km radius.

120 rooms and suites

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Glen Avon Lodge

Redbourne Hilldrop

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice!

Elegant

Casual

Casual

Set in the scenic garden suburb of Constantia,

In a pleasant street in central Cape Town, this

Not to everyone’s taste, this is Cape Town hotel

30 minutes from the city centre, Glen Avon Lodge

popular and good value B&B establishment has

accommodation with a difference. A retro

has wonderful gardens and an 11-metre heated

been restored to provide convenience and comfort,

suspended pod chair welcoming guests at reception

swimming pool. Stylish and tranquil air-

with very personal service. The charm of fine

gives you an idea of what is on offer here - the whole

conditioned garden-facing bedrooms offer modern

wooden floors, lofty ceilings and lead-lined

concept is trendy, quirky, modern and different –

comforts. Hearty breakfasts are served on the

windows combined with creative colours in fabric

expect the unexpected. For example they talk

verandah overlooking the roses and the lawn,

and finish enhance the warm individual style of

‘in-suite’ showers, meaning just that, the shower

while gourmet dinners and cosy fireside

each room. Stylish welcoming rooms offer percale

is in the bedroom. Facilities include a lap pool and

conversations are all part of the tradition.

linen, down duvets and TV, with views of Table

gym. Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! offers you a place to

Glen Avon lies within easy access of the M3

Mountain or Table Bay. Enjoy panoramic views over

‘chillax’ in the heart of Cape Town, close to nightlife,

highway linking it to Kirstenbosch Gardens,

a delicious breakfast. Sparkling swimming pool.

restaurants and entertainment. 3-star hotel.

Cape Point, the Cape Town Waterfront and the Atlantic and Indian Ocean seaboards. TGCSA 5-Star Country House. Children 12+ welcome.

16 rooms

4 rooms

189 rooms and 12 one and two bedroom executive suites

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The Bay Hotel and Spa

Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront

Sophisticated

Elegant

The Bay Hotel is situated in the heart of trendy Camps Bay beach, opposite

The hotel offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, Table Mountain,

one of the best beaches in Cape Town. Step out of the hotel and enjoy the

Robben Island and the V&A Waterfront, which is an easy 10 minute walk.

many bars, cafés and restaurants in this vibrant area. There is also a choice of

The 177 rooms are equipped with first-class amenities such as tea and coffee

restaurants and bars at the hotel, each with their own trendy coastal atmosphere.

provisions, free high-speed internet access and a mini bar. The spacious and

The 78 guest rooms are decorated with light, ocean style furnishings, while

stylish Business Class rooms and suites overlook Table Bay. Al fresco dining

still ensuring comfortable finishes. There are four swimming pools to choose

is available at the Tobago's restaurant and the bar terrace is a great spot for

from within the hotel, as well as a wellness centre. The Camps Bay Squash

sundown cocktails. The hotel also boasts a spa, a fitness centre and a heated

and Tennis Clubs are within walking distance from the hotel.

rim flow swimming pool.

78 rooms and suites. Children 8+

86 standard rooms, 9 superior rooms, 71 Business Class rooms and 11 two-bedroom suites

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The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa Luxurious - Romantic This 5-star boutique hotel is 15 minutes from the city centre and the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, via their complimentary car transfer service – quicker still if you use the helipad. Closest of all is the fashionable area of Camps Bay with its beautiful beach and many restaurants, cafés and bars.

The mountain or sea facing rooms and suites are an eclectic mix of contemporary African style and modern technology. A member of the Leading Small Hotels of the World group the hotel offers fine cuisine, excellent service & a world class Spa, all in a truly spectacular location. TGCSA 5-star hotel.

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Villas and apartments

SOUTH AFRICA

Prefer a little more independence?

The Villa @ Hog Hollow We can assist also with: sourcing chefs for an exclusive dining experience; all your transport requirements; team building and conference facilities; sourcing locations for film and photo shoots; arranging local day tours and excursions; and generally assisting in making your stay a special one.

V&A Waterfront apartment

If you prefer a little more independence or are travelling as a large party or family group you may like to consider renting a house, villa or apartment. The properties on offer fall into the following main categories:-

• Apartments in Cape Town ranging from studios to luxury 4-bedroomed penthouse apartments.

On the V&A Waterfront, in Camps Bay, Mouille Point or the historic De Waterkant area of Cape Town.

• Prestige villas and houses up to 10 bedrooms, with private swimming pools and grounds.

We can arrange full servicing, catering, babysitting and much more. These are for a minimum of 5-night lets, increasing to 14 nights at many properties from mid-December to mid-January.

• Many of the B&B's, guesthouses & country house hotels have family units or self-catering cottages or apartments, ideal for shorter holiday lets and with the added advantage of being within a guest house or hotel environment.

• An increasing number of the smaller hotels and game lodges have separate guest villas that often come complete with valet, butler, chef and a private game ranger or guide. These can be found in Cape Town, in the Cape Winelands, along the Garden Route, in many game lodges, in Namibia, in Kenya, in Mozambique, in Mauritius - in fact nearly everywhere these days.

Luxury apartment

Villa in Camps Bay

Can’t find what you are looking for?

Talk to our staff for more great destinations and suggestions for your ideal itinerary.

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SOUTH AFRICA C E D E R B E R G M O U N TA I N S > W E S T E R N C A P E > S O U T H A F R I C A

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness Retreat Luxurious - Secluded - Nature Reserve - Romantic Nestled at the foothills of the Cederberg mountains, 270km from Cape Town, Bushmans Kloof is the ideal wilderness getaway to escape the city and relax. Malaria and predator free, the reserve offers wide open plains, ancient rock formations, waterfalls and an abundance of flora and fauna.

The spa uses unique products made from indigenous rooibos, flowers and plants. The service, organic cuisine, varied dining venues and superb facilities have won Bushmans Kloof international recognition.

This Natural Heritage Site is also home to many exceptional San rock art sites. Guests can choose from a range of outdoor activities, or do absolutely nothing but succumb to the peace, quiet and tranquility.

A Relais and Châteaux property.

16 rooms & suites and exclusive use Koro Lodge

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Pelagus House

Franschhoek Country House and Villas

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse

Elegant - Sophisticated

Elegant - Secluded - Nature Reserve

in the land-based whale-watching capital of the

A delightful boutique hotel, overlooking the

Surrounded by mountains, farmland and a large

world. Relax in the library, the cosy lounge or at

beautiful mountains of the Franschhoek valley

nature reserve, you are only an hour away from

the swimming pool. Stylish rooms offer a fridge,

and surrounding vineyards. Stylish rooms and

Cape Town. The exceptionally friendly and courteous

hairdryer, satellite TV, a safe and a tea tray. Walk to

luxury suites are well appointed, some including

staff take pride in welcoming you to the Victorian

the nearby town for the shops and restaurants,

open fireplace, private verandah or balcony.

farmhouse and showing you to your air-conditioned

or follow the cliff path to the harbour. Hearty

Enjoy contemporary cuisine at the acclaimed

bedroom, with its period bathroom. The food is

breakfasts can be enjoyed on the veranda in

Monneaux Restaurant, voted one of the top

special, with lavish brunches and high teas,

summer. Beach and golf nearby. TGCSA 4-Star

restaurants in South Africa. Lunch indoors or

and a gourmet four-course dinner served in the

Guest House. Children 15+ welcome.

alfresco under a giant pepper tree next to the

conservatory. Explore the working farm and nature

fountain terrace. The huge Villa Suites are lavishly

reserve on foot or by mountain bike. Bartholomeus

appointed and offer every luxury. There are two

Klip also offers stylish self-catering at Wild Olive

swimming pools, each with beautiful mountain

House, perfect for families with children, with its

vistas. TGCSA 5-Star Country House.

own pool.

Casual Yards away from the cliff path and the ocean, Pelagus House is an ideal spot for viewing whales

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4 bedrooms, 1 suite and 1 self-catering/catered house

SOUTH AFRICA

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The De Hoop Collection

Grand Dédale

Harbour House Hotel

Sophisticated - Secluded

Elegant

Rustic - Casual - Secluded - Nature Reserve

Grand Dédale is a classic Cape Dutch style manor

Harbour House Hotel is a Cape Cod style building

house situated on the Doolhof Wine Estate, close

in the centre of bustling Hermanus, overlooking

On the coast near the southern-most tip of Africa,

to the town of Wellington. This elegant property

the Old Harbour. It consists of the restored Manor

lies De Hoop Nature Reserve, a World Heritage Site

has wide verandahs, sweeping stairs, vine covered

House with intimate Romantic Rooms, all with

encompassing a pristine coastline. The restored

patios and ornate gables. A set 4 course dinner

views over the garden and pool area, as well as the

Opstal Village houses the restaurant, deli, shop,

menu, complimented by award winning Doolhof

New Wing with 18 spacious suites with

swimming pool and tennis courts. A charming

wines, is served in and around the porch area, with

sophisticated modern décor, each with a

collection of self-catering cottages, houses and

views across to the mountains. There are 6 suites

kitchenette and lounge leading towards the

homesteads is spread throughout the reserve.

and rooms in the Manor House and a freestanding

private balcony. Hermanus is known as one of the

Whales (in season), dolphins, seals and other sea

cottage, which used to be the old winehouse, now

world's best land based whale watching towns

creatures abound. Spot 86 mammals, including

a lavish double level honeymoon house!

from June to December, so a visit to the region

Cape Mountain Zebra, bontebok, eland and other plains game. A birders and botanists paradise,

during the Whale Season is an absolute must.

6 Suites & 1 Honeymoon Cottage

enjoy a choice of guided tours including walks,

Harbour House rooms & 18 New Wing rooms

mountain biking trails, interpretive marine walks and stargazing.

27 Cottages & houses, from 1 to 4 bedroom

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Gondwana Game Reserve Sophisticated - Game Lodge Gondwana Game Reserve on the Garden Route, is inland from Mossel Bay, 4 hours drive from Cape Town & just 45 minutes from George Airport. Activities on this 11 000-hectare malaria-free ‘Big 5’ reserve include game drives, horse-back safaris and guided nature walks. The main Kwena Lodge has a chic open-plan lounge and bar, opening out to the large pool area, and there is also a traditional boma. The 14 thatched & domed Kwena Huts are a modern take on traditional Khoi-San dwellings, opening onto shaded decks overlooking two waterholes, the valley and mountains. Separate from the main camp are 10 Bush Villas which are ideal for families and small groups. Kids of all ages can join the ‘Junior Ranger Program’, while you are pampered at the Spa. 14 Kwena Huts and 10 Bush Villas

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Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Sophisticated - Secluded - Game Lodge - Nature Reserve Sanbona is a 54 000 hectare (130 000 acre) reserve, only 3.5 hours drive from Cape Town, and home to the Big 5. However, there is much more to Sanbona – wide open spaces; indigenous flora and fauna; rock formations and San rock art. Sanbona is also home to rare white lions as well as the even rarer riverine rabbits. But one of the real pleasures at Sanbona is the freedom to do nothing at all in considerable comfort. The 3 lodges cater for all types of visitor, including families, and for those looking for a more relaxed wildlife experience Sanbona is an excellent choice.

The Sanbona Explorer Camp is a unique 2-night walking experience, ideal for

Tilney Manor – 6 rooms; Gondwana Lodge – 12 rooms;

guests looking for an adventurous and authentic option with an ambience of

Dwyka Tented Lodge – 9 rooms

a tented bush camp (operates October to April).

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WILDERNESS > GARDEN ROUTE > SOUTH AFRICA

La Plume

The Robberg Beach Lodge

Palms Wilderness

Elegant

Close to the beach and lagoon, a warm welcome

Casual La Plume is a working ostrich, alfalfa and vine

Casual awaits you at Palms Wilderness, an attractive

farm with spectacular views of the Swartberg mountains and Olifants River valley. A warm

The Robberg Beach Lodge offers 29 rooms in

thatched guest house. Most bedrooms have

welcome awaits you at this charming 1902

four adjacent villas at stunning Robberg Beach

air-conditioning and all have a private entrance

Victorian homestead, where old world charm is

in Plettenberg Bay (Plett to the locals). Together,

leading into lush tropical gardens with an inviting

combined with modern comforts, and good service

Beachy Head Villa, Robberg House, Cottage Pie

sparkling pool. The restaurant is well-known in

is combined with personal attention. With private

and Cordovan Villa offer a range of boutique

the region and offers excellent and imaginative

entrances, verandahs and many antiques, the air-

accommodation, almost on the beach and just

cuisine. During the day, enjoy drinks and snacks

conditioned bedrooms offer pleasant comforts.

a few minutes from the bustling restaurants,

on the shady verandah or at the pool, or take a

Cool off in the salt water pool with a view, set

coffee shops and bars of Plett’s Main Street.

5-minute stroll to the beach. Ideally positioned

amongst rolling lawns. TGCSA 4-Star Guest House.

Facilities include two pools, lounges,

for exploring the attractions of the beautiful

two honesty bars and a rooftop viewing deck.

Garden Route. TGCSA 4-Star Guest House.

29 rooms

9 rooms and 2 family rooms

8 rooms, 4 suites and 2 self-catering cottages

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Lairds Lodge Country Estate

Leisure Isle Boutique Lodge

Elegant

Elegant

This gracious Cape Dutch style homestead is set on a 24-acre estate,

Located on the picturesque Bollard Bay beach on Leisure Isle, this popular

offering mountain views, wide open spaces and a secluded swimming pool.

retreat offers sophisticated style and comfort. Suites and most rooms are

The high-ceilinged elegant rooms have air-conditioning, percale linen and

spacious, all individually decorated and have magnificent views of the Knysna

quality toiletries. Perfectly positioned to explore the Garden Route, from

lagoon or open onto the private garden and swimming pool. All offer luxurious

Knysna to the Tsitsikamma forests. Superb breakfasts and convivial gourmet

touches including soft quality linen and superior finishes. Enjoy delicious

dinners, specialising in seafood and game dishes, are served in the Colonial

breakfasts on the deck and convivial evenings in the bar and lounges, followed

dining rooms or the cosy wine cellar. At night, courtyards and verandahs with

by fine dining overlooking the tranquil lagoon. Guests enjoy member privileges

blazing braziers and the intimate cognac lounge create a truly South African

and reduced rates at Pezula and Simola golf courses. TGCSA 4-Star Hotel.

experience. TGCSA 4-Star Country House.

10 rooms and 1 Penthouse Suite

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Hog Hollow Country Lodge

The Plettenberg

Elegant

Luxurious

Hog Hollow is set on the edge of an indigenous forest in a private nature

The Plettenberg, a 5-star Relais & Chateaux Hotel, is built on a rocky headland

reserve, with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.

with breathtaking vistas. This exclusive hotel has 37 rooms and suites,

There are three lounge areas to escape to and at the centre of the Main House

two swimming pools - one of which is heated - Carchele Spa and an award-

is a large dining table. Before dinner enjoy a drink at The Boma, a fire crackling

winning Wine Cellar. Sandbar is a modern and chic cocktail bar, whilst Sand

nearby. The suites are situated in the gardens, using earthy colours with

serves progressive South African cuisine with the emphasis on fresh seafood

a bit of ‘zing’, each with a private deck. The Villa @ Hog Hollow is a luxury

and local produce. The Beach House and Look-Out Villa are family friendly

3-bedroomed house with views, and the ideal option for families.

private getaways situated close to the main hotel, with their own swimming

TGCSA 4-star Country House.

pools and access to all hotel facilities.

16 rooms and The Villa

37 rooms and suites, 2 Villas

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Golf in South Africa South Africa is a golfers paradise, with an amazing variety of quality golf courses and facilities. There are the signature courses such as Fancourt & Pezula on the Garden Route, Sun City, & Leopard Creek at Kruger National Park, each club offering excellent clubhouse facilities, challenging & spectacular golf and luxury hotels. The Royal Cape Golf Club in Cape Town, Durban Country Club & Royal Johannesburg are historic & prestigious courses. Then there are the ‘normal’ courses that won’t cost as much but still offer great facilities and golf courses for all handicaps. To name just a few, picturesque Clovelly Country Club in Cape Town, Stellenbosch Golf Club in the winelands, Plettenberg Bay Country Club & George Country Club on the Garden Route, Serengeti in Johannesburg - there are nearly 500 golf courses in South Africa!

GEORGE > GARDEN ROUTE > SOUTH AFRICA

Fancourt Elegant - Luxurious Fancourt, at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains, boasts three Gary Player designed golf courses, all ranked in the Top 20 in South Africa. The guest rooms

Africa Collection can arrange bespoke

are contemporary in style, some in the original Manor House, while the Garden

golf tours for individuals or larger groups,

Suites are set in the grounds. On offer is a variety of dining experiences, from

or you can simply squeeze in a few rounds

casual and child friendly to elegant fine dining. There are also many attractions

on your holiday to South Africa.

for non-golfers such as walking trails, tennis courts, kids club, indoor and

Please contact us to discuss your exact requirements.

outdoor swimming pools as well as a fully equipped health spa and gym.

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Steenberg Hotel

Redbourne Country Lodge

Luxurious

Casual

Steenberg Hotel is an historic luxury hotel and wine estate located in the

Adjacent to Plettenberg Bay Country Club in the Piesang Valley, Redbourne

scenic Constantia Valley, 30 minutes drive from central Cape Town, with an

Lodge is only a few minutes drive from the beach and town centre, and is

environmentally diverse 18-hole championship golf course. Bistro Sixteen82

amazing value. Comfortable guest rooms, some family rooms, each with

(innovative & fashionable) and Catharina’s Restaurant (timeless fine dining)

a verandah. Relax in the lounge and bar area, enjoy a sundowner at the pool

are the two fabulous dining options. The spacious rooms range from

or on the deck overlooking the golf course. Golf bookings are no problem.

traditional to modern in décor, the 3 large Heritage Suites give a nod to the

TGCSA 4-Star Guest House.

rich history that makes up the Cape. Relax at the pool and enjoy the views, explore the gardens and vineyards or get pampered at the Spa. 21 rooms, 3 Heritage Suites

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SOUTH AFRICA

Cape, Wine and Whales 10 nights

Whenever you decide to go this is a relaxed holiday in stunning surroundings, with an amazing amount of variety on offer.

June to November is the whale watching season in South Africa, August and September is when the Spring flowers are in bloom. This is not a tour, but a multi-centre itinerary, with private road transfers between each of the three towns and cities, none longer than 2 hours. We have selected hotels/guesthouses in each place that are centrally located, with a good choice of restaurants nearby.

Departs from the UK every day

Day 1

This is also an ideal base from which to enjoy the many other marine

Overnight flight from the UK to Cape Town.

experiences available. Travel to a nearby island for huge colonies of sea birds

Day 2-5 On arrival into Cape Town International Airport you will be met and transferred to your first hotel/guesthouse for your 4-night stay. Enjoy the attractions of one of the world’s most spectacular cities at your own pace,

and delight in the behaviour of the 60 000 strong Cape Fur Seal colony.

This area is also the habitat of the awesome great white sharks – you can view them from the safety of a boat or for the more adventurous be lowered in a cage to get a close up view!

including Table Mountain; the V&A Waterfront; Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens;

Day 9-11

the Cape of Good Hope; Robben Island, and many more. Cape Town is also

This morning after breakfast you will be collected for another spectacular

a centre for adventure, exciting cuisine, shopping & some serious nightlife.

drive, over the Franschhoek Pass and into the Franschhoek Valley in the

Day 6-8 Approximately 2 hours spectacular coastal drive to the south is the Cape South Coast and the charming town of Hermanus. From June to November this is an ideal area from which to see the Southern Right Whales that come into the warmer waters to calve. Outside this season one can experience the

winelands for a 3-night stay. Franschhoek is a town dedicated to tourism and the centre of a varied wine route. Visit some of the many estates for picnics, wine-tastings and cellar tours. There are many estates involved in the production of much more than just wine – sparkling wines, brandy, cheese and olive oil are all produced in this beautiful area of The Cape.

peaceful beaches & coastline, or visit nearby Cape Agulhas, the southernmost

Franschhoek has also established itself as one of the gourmet capitals of

tip of Africa, the quaint fishing village of Arniston or De Hoop Nature Reserve.

South Africa, with a large and varied selection of restaurants, so mealtimes should be an event in themselves.

Day 12 You will be collected and returned to Cape Town airport in time for your return flight to the UK.

By the way …

Depending on traffic & weather conditions on Day 6, the drive may take an alternative route.

A self-drive version of this itinerary is also available and will reduce the overall price.

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Pumba Private Game Reserve Luxurious In the malaria-free Eastern Cape, Pumba Private Game Reserve provides an authentic and luxurious safari experience, ideal as an add-on to the Garden Route. The reserve is home to Africa’s Big 5, as well as white lion, hippo, hyena, cheetah, giraffe and an abundant 270 bird species. Enjoy game drives in open Landrovers with experienced rangers, or on a guided walking safari. Pumba Water Lodge offers waterfront chalets overlooking Lake Kariega while Msenge Bush Lodge is set on a flood plain with scenic mountain views offering luxury thatch and glass chalets. Chalets at both lodges open onto private plunge pools.

Water Lodge – 12 Waterfront Chalets; Msenge Bush Lodge – 11 Bush Chalets

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ADDO ENVI RONS > EASTER N CAPE > SOUTH AFR ICA

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Sibuya Tented Camps

The Elephant House River Bend Lodge & The Stable Cottages Sophisticated

Casual

Elegant - Casual

Sibuya is a scenic tented malaria-free game

The Elephant House is an exclusive thatched lodge

friendly and only 45 minutes drive from Port

reserve, accessed solely by boat. Spanning the

with spacious bedrooms, stylishly decorated and

Elizabeth. Home to the Big 5, with opportunities of

Kariega Estuary Sibuya is home to the Big Five,

opening onto courtyards or verandahs. Light

viewing elephants and a checklist of over 430 birds.

with cheetah breeding and lion introduction

poolside lunches are served and after ‘sundowners’

The eight spacious rooms have verandas which

projects. Forest Camp has 8 comfortably

a sumptuous three course candlelit dinner is

open onto the bush, and the Honeymoon Suite

furnished tents on wooden walkways tucked into

prepared. The Stable Cottages are spacious Cape-

includes a private plunge pool. An award-winning

the vegetation and River Camp has 4 spacious

style cottages with verandas and reeded ceilings,

wine list accompanies delicious meals prepared

tents, ideal for families. Professional guides offer

of which two are family units. Set in four hectares

in a contemporary style. Game drives are led by

game drives, bush walks and boat trips with

of grounds with a large swimming pool and access

experienced guides. Long Hope Villa is an exclusive

excellent birding. TGCSA 4-Star Lodge.

to a trendy Wine Bar and Restaurant. Game drives

use three-bedroomed Safari Villa, with your own

into nearby Addo, other game reserves and Elephant

private chef and game guide. TGCSA 5-Star Lodge.

Set on a private concession within the malaria-free Addo Elephant National Park, River Bend is family

Forest Camp – 8 tents, River Camp – 4 tents

Back Safaris and valley tours can be arranged.

The Elephant House – 8 rooms Stable Cottages - 6 Cottages

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Shamwari Game Reserve Sophisticated - Game Lodge - Rustic

Malaria-free Shamwari Game Reserve is an outstanding and pioneering Big 5 reserve in the Eastern Cape, highlighting the importance of conservation coupled with responsible tourism.

The reserve boasts five eco-systems and covers 25 000 hectares, providing a sanctuary for a wide variety of birds and wildlife.

Shamwari offers a special ‘Kids on Safari’ programme where kids aged 4 and older have a chance of a lifetime to see the Big 5 and go on an educational visit to the Born Free Foundation and Shamwari Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.

Bayethe Lodge

Bayethe Lodge is an authentic, but luxury, wilderness style lodge, using a mix of stone walls and thatched roofing in the main lodge, which overlooks a waterhole. The 12 luxurious tented suites each have private plunge pools and air-conditioning.

Sarili Lodge is a private African thatch contemporary designed villa with a spacious deck overlooking the Bushman’s River in the southern section of the reserve, with its own chef, hostesses and field guides. Each suite has a private patio or balcony.

Bayethe Lodge - 12 tents

Riverdene Lodge - 9 rooms(7 inter-leading)

Sarili Lodge - 5 suites

Villa Lobengula - 6 suites

Eagles Crag Lodge - 9 suites

Long Lee Manor - 15 rooms & suites

Eagles Crag Lodge is tucked away in a secret gorge, surrounded by forest vegetation, offering privacy and tranquillity. 9 contemporary suites each have an outdoor shower and their own plunge pool, on private viewing decks. Added features of the Lodge include a spa, a cocktail and cigar bar and a maximum of six guests per vehicle.

Riverdene Lodge is a restored settler's lodge reflecting the reserves Pioneer history with elegantly furnished casual lounges, a glorious sunroom and the outdoor barbeque area all invoking a relaxed "home from home" atmosphere, ideal for families with young children.

Villa Lobengula Lodge is an exclusive use lodge with 6 suites, accommodating a maximum of 12 guests, tucked deep in the bush, offering a tranquil escape.

Long Lee Manor offers a distinctive Colonial experience in a restored Edwardian Manor house, originally built in 1910, offering two swimming pools and a spa.

The Shamwari Explorer Camp is a unique 2-night walking experience, ideal for guests looking for an adventurous and authentic option with an ambience of a tented bush camp.

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Cape Highlights Self-Drive 12 nights

This is our most popular itinerary in South Africa and a great introduction to the country.

It combines Cape Town with the winelands and the ever-popular Garden Route, ending with the opportunity for a safari in the Eastern Cape.

The driving distances are reasonable, the food is excellent, the scenery is spectacular and the adventures exciting – you can see why it is our most popular itinerary.

Departs from the UK every day

Day 1

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Overnight flight from the UK to Cape Town.

An enjoyable 4-hour drive will take you to one of the most beautiful areas of the Garden Route, The Crags and Nature’s Valley, for your 3-night stay.

Day 2-4 On arrival into Cape Town International Airport collect your AVIS rental car, and using the detailed directions provided, make your way to your first hotel/guesthouse for your 3-night stay. If you prefer we can arrange for

The nearby town of Plettenberg Bay has great swimming beaches, Tsitsikamma National Park and Storm’s River Mouth are close by, or just relax and soak up the peace and quiet of this stunning area.

you to be met and transferred to the hotel, and the car can be delivered

This is an ideal base to explore all that the Garden Route has to offer -

at your convenience.

Knysna, George and Wilderness are easy drives. This is a great region

Enjoy the attractions of one of the world’s most spectacular cities, including Table Mountain; the V&A Waterfront; Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; the Cape of Good Hope; Robben Island, and many more. Cape Town is also a centre for adventure, exciting cuisine, shopping and some serious nightlife.

for families with Monkeyland, Birds of Eden and Tenikwa Wildcat Park popular attractions, or spend the day on one of the areas great beaches; golf enthusiasts are also well catered for with 7 high quality courses within one hours drive; thrill seekers are in the right area too, with canopy tours, surfing and the highest bungi jump in the world; nature and wildlife

Day 5-6

enthusiasts can interact with dolphins and whales; or you can simply

An hours drive this morning will bring you to the heart of the winelands.

enjoy the people and hospitality of this amazing area. The choice is yours.

Stellenbosch is the second oldest town in South Africa and the centre of the largest and most varied wine route in South Africa. During your 2-night stay in this historic town enjoy any one of the 75 restaurants in the town or head to a wine estate for a cellar tour and tasting. Franschhoek and Paarl are both just 30 minutes drive away.

Day 12-13 Drive through the Tsitsikamma Forest and beyond Port Elizabeth to the Eastern Cape. From here you have a variety of game viewing and safari options to choose from. Private game reserves offer the most exclusive and luxurious option, in an authentic safari environment; country houses and retreats, or a

Day 7-8

guest house style establishment are more affordable options giving you total

Head east along the scenic ‘Route 62’ today to the heart of the Klein Karoo

flexibility. Any of these options will give you access to the thrill of big game

and Oudtshoorn, the Ostrich capital of South Africa, for a further 2-night stay.

viewing in this non-malarial area of South Africa. Enjoy a 2-night stay.

From here you can visit the Cango Caves, an Ostrich farm or drive over one of the most spectacular mountain passes in Africa, the Swartberg Pass, to the delightful Karoo town of Prince Albert – not for the fainthearted!

Not exactly what you are looking for?

This is our most popular itinerary but we can also tailor-make a route to suit your personal requirements.

This might include – Hermanus for whale-watching (in season); Franschhoek instead of Stellenbosch; Knsyna or Plettenberg Bay – the options are endless.

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Day 14 Drop your car at Port Elizabeth airport in time for your overnight flight to the UK, via Johannesburg.

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Cape Highlights Semi-Escorted 12 nights

A very popular itinerary & route, combining Cape Town with the Garden Route, ending with a safari in the Eastern Cape. You will be fully escorted for 4 days along the Garden Route, with a variety of day tours & excursions available in Cape Town, and safari options ranging from walking, to vehicles & Elephant back safaris.

This is the perfect introduction to South Africa.

Departs from the UK on a Friday

Day 01 Overnight flight from the UK to Cape Town.

Day 7

Day 2-6

Depart Cape Town and travel along Route 62 to Barrydale for lunch (not included

On arrival into Cape Town International Airport you will be met and

in cost). Continue to Oudtshoorn – the ‘feather capital’ of the world. Visit a

transferred to your hotel/guesthouse for your 5-night stay. Enjoy the

working ostrich farm for a guided tour. Check into your accommodation in

attractions of one of the world’s most spectacular cities, including Table

the late afternoon before enjoying dinner.

Mountain; the V&A Waterfront; Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; the Cape of Good Hope; Robben Island, and many more. Cape Town is also a centre for adventure, exciting cuisine, shopping & some serious nightlife.

Day 8 Enjoy a morning tour of the Cango Caves – one of the natural wonders of South Africa. Continue to the lagoon side town of Knysna – a gem of the Garden Route. Enjoy some time at leisure at the Knysna Waterfront before proceeding to The Crags near Plettenberg Bay. Embark on an informative cruise up the Keurbooms River before arriving at your hotel for the following two nights. Freshen up before dinner.

Day 9 After breakfast, get up-close-and-personal with nature at the Knysna Elephant Park. The visit presents you with the opportunity to touch, feed and photograph these gentle giants. After lunch (own account), visit Birds of Eden – the largest free-flight bird aviary in the world. Optional: Whale and Dolphin boat experience (weather and time permitting; not included) before returning to your hotel. Dinner and overnight.

Day 10 After breakfast and check-out formalities, journey along the final leg of the Garden Route to the beautiful Tsitsikamma National Park. Enjoy a walk along the suspension bridge across the Storms River mouth gorge which offers visitors incredible views and photo opportunities. The tour terminates in Port Elizabeth this afternoon at your hotel, for an overnight stay.

Day 11-13 Today you will be collected from Port Elizabeth and transferred by road to the Addo Elephant National Park region in the Eastern Cape. From here you have a variety of game viewing and safari options to choose from. Private game reserves offer the most exclusive and luxurious option, in an authentic safari environment; country houses and retreats, or a guest house style establishment are a more affordable option giving you total flexibility.

Any of these options will give you access to the thrill of big game viewing in this non-malarial area of South Africa.

Enjoy food and wine …

Enjoy a 3-night stay.

Day 14

Why not spend two nights in the Cape Winelands?

After a final game activity this morning, and lunch, you will be

Reduce your stay in Cape Town to three nights and spend

transferred to Port Elizabeth airport in time for your return flight

two nights in either Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl or surrounds.

to the UK, via Johannesburg.

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Rissington Inn

Chitwa Chitwa

Casual

Luxurious - Game Lodge - Romantic

Rissington Inn is an affordable, award-winning lodge set in 20-hectares

In the world-famous Sabi Sand Reserve Chitwa Chitwa offers a safari

of bush with views over the Sabie River Valley, one kilometre down a good

experience in a stunning setting, adjoining the Kruger National Park.

gravel road, just south of Hazyview, and an ideal base from which to explore

Swim in the pool whilst watching hippo and elephants in the large waterhole,

the Panorama Route. Stylish, relaxed and informal. Individually decorated

or relax with a glass of wine or good book on the deck. Decorated in a

bedrooms have their own bathroom, ceiling fan (the 2 hillside suites are

sophisticated contemporary style, each suite has a private plunge pool.

air-conditioned), private entrance and verandah with views over the valley

Chitwa House is an exclusive luxury villa, with a secluded pool and its own

to the mountains beyond.

private ranger and Landrover. Morning and evening game drives in open

14 rooms, 2 suites

Landrovers spotting the Big Five, or the nocturnal Night Five after dark.

8 Luxury Suites and 1 two-bedroomed private villa

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Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge Casual - Game Lodge Mohlabetsi is set in the large Balule Nature Reserve, part of the Greater

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Rhino Walking Safaris and Pafuri Walking Trails Rustic - Game Lodge - Secluded

Kruger Park, and the unfenced eastern boundary allows animals the freedom to roam. The rooms, with outside showers, have indigenous

These two operations specialise in walking safaris, both on concessions

themes inspired by local tradition and culture. This is also reflected

within Kruger National Park:-

in the tasty meals served in natural surroundings.

Pafuri Walking Trail is a three-night, four-day walking trail in northern Kruger

Explore this unspoilt ecosystem with your ranger in an open Landrover

National Park. Comfortable walk-in dome tents with separate hot bucket

or on guided walks and enjoy the personal service on offer, at excellent

showers and 'eco-loos' accommodate a maximum of eight trailists.

value for money. TGCSA 4-Star Lodge.

Operates 01 April-31 October.

Rhino Walking Safaris operates from Rhino Plains Camp, a comfortable and

6 Rondavels and 2 Family Lodges

traditional tented camp in a private concession bordering the renowned Sabi Sand Game Reserve. This can be combined with their luxury Rhino Post Lodge for vehicular game drives and their unique Sleepouts in the wilderness (weather permitting).

At night, at both camps, lanterns and a crackling fire create a convivial atmosphere with a light eco-footprint; guests dine under the stars or in a mess tent.

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Sabi Sabi Sophisticated - Luxurious - Game Lodge

Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve borders the unfenced western edge of the Kruger National Park, and is part of the renowned Sabi Sand Reserve, home to spectacular wildlife including the Big 5 - lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant - as well as cheetah, wild dog and some 200 other animal species indigenous to the area. Sabi Sabi offers four completely separate lodges, each with a very distinct character and atmosphere, and nearly all the suites have a private viewing area.

Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge is sculpted into the earth, making it almost invisible in the surrounding landscape. There is an underground cellar, a secluded library, an art gallery, an Amani Spa and even a meditation garden. The 13 suites are innovative in design, totally different from traditional bush lodges, featuring bold wooden sculptures as well as individually designed furnishings, each opening out to wide patios and private plunge pools.

Sabi Sabi Selati Camp exudes a Colonial

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge features two thatched viewing decks

'Out of Africa' style. The 8 thatched suites

and two swimming pools, all overlooking a waterhole and

are privately set under shady indigenous

the plains beyond. The ethnic art work and heavy carved

trees, each with an outdoor shower.

furniture is also prevalent in the cosy lounge area as well

Relax beside the pool, which overlooks

as the wine cellar and the wellness centre. The 25 thatched

the Msuthlu riverbed and enjoy the

suites are very spacious and are decorated in a stylish ethnic

tranquility of the camp.

theme, which merges well with the surrounding bushveld.

Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp is tucked under the shade of indigenous riverine trees on the banks of the Msuthlu River and has been designed to accommodate families, friends, or small groups on an exclusive use basis.

The 6 thatched luxury suites are all filled with contemporary African dĂŠcor, genuine artifacts, wooden finishes and creative colours. There is a secluded swimming pool, which is reached by crossing the river on a wooden bridge.

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Jock Safari Lodge Elegant - Game Lodge Jock Safari Lodge is situated on a 6 000 hectare private concession within the game-rich southern section of Kruger National Park. The Main Jock Lodge fuses the elegance of the colonial era with the unique style of the Zulu & Shangaan cultures.

Dining is arranged in intimate settings indoors or on the deck overlooking the pool and the rivers.

The 12 individual thatched suites are screened by lush trees and reed walls, offering the utmost privacy. Each suite opens out to its own private ‘sala’ and plunge pool, overlooking the confluence of the Biyamiti and Mitomeni Rivers.

The intimate Fitzpatrick's Lodge at Jock has only 3 suites, which can be booked as individual suites or the entire lodge can be booked on an exclusive basis. Along with the services of a dedicated chef, waitress and game ranger this lodge conjures notions of having your very own lodge in the bush, where you can enjoy meals and game activities at your own pace, and relax beside the inviting natural rock swimming pool. Ideal for family groups and small parties.

Jock Explorer Camp is a 2 night walking safari led by highly specialised armed guides, staying in a small traditional tented camp. Distances walked vary each day but can last up to 3 hours.

Operates April to October, minimum 16 years.

Main Jock - 12 suites Fitzpatrick's Lodge at Jock - 3 suites Jock Explorer Camp - 3 tents

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Nkomazi Game Reserve Elegant – Game Lodge The 15 000 hectare Nkomazi Game Reserve is close to the picturesque town of Barberton, a malaria free area south west of the Kruger National Park. Komati Tented Lodge is situated on the banks of the Komati River, surrounded by the ancient Barkonjwa mountains. The main tent houses the chic leather lounge and dining area, which opens out to the viewing deck and hearty meals are enjoyed around the camp fire in the open boma. Lantern lit pathways lead to the 12 large luxury air-conditioned tents, set on raised wooden platforms along the rocky rivers edge. Treat yourself at the River Retreat Spa and let your guide teach you all about the incredible southern stars.

Komati Tented Lodge - 12 tents

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The Thornybush Collection Sophisticated - Elegant Thornybush Nature Reserve is 14,000 hectares of pristine African bush bordering Kruger National Park. The Big Five, as well as cheetah, smaller game and birds of prey can be encountered - experience abundant game at close quarters!

There is a range of lodges and camps for all tastes and budgets.

Set under a canopy of trees on the banks of the Monwana River, Shumbalala Game Lodge overlooks the riverbed and waterhole frequented by game. The size of the lodge ensures exclusivity and privacy. Spacious chalets all have a viewing deck, a picture window bathroom, and outdoors shower. The Presidential Suite has a private pool. Excellent cuisine, open-air dinners and a selection of fine wine from the underground cellar overlooking the waterhole. TGCSA 5-Star Lodge.

4 Superior Suites & 1 Presidential Suite

Simbambili Game Lodge is

Chapungu Luxury Tented Camp is

situated in the northern Sabi Sand

tastefully furnished in a Colonial style,

Private Reserve (not in the

creating a classic safari atmosphere.

Thornybush Reserve) on the banks

There are 8 tented rooms on wooden

of the seasonal Manyeleti River.

platforms, connected to the main

The region boasts a high

building by secluded pathways.

concentration of leopard and is

Each tent is air-conditioned, well

famed for its regular big cat

furnished, with an en-suite bathroom

sightings, the abundance of

that boasts inside showers with

general game and excellent

views and romantic outside baths.

8 Tents

birding. The 8 individual north African-styled thatched suites are sensitively placed on the banks of the riverbed, each with its own private plunge pool.

8 Suites

There are a further seven 4 and 5 star lodges in the Thornybush Collection, including an exclusive-use self-catering tented camp - there is something to suit every taste and budget.

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H A Z Y V I E W > K R U G E R N AT I O N A L PA R K > PA F U R I W A L K I N G T R A I L

The Ultimate South Africa Safari 10 nights

This itinerary offers a safari and wildlife experience that ranks along with any in Africa.

Combining the much quieter but beautiful northern section of Kruger National Park, with a walking safari on a private concession in the park. Kruger National Park is the flagship of the South African national parks, home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals – the greatest diversity of any park in Africa! This trip is also perfect for large parties or families & can be done on an exclusive-use basis.

Day 5-8

Day 9-11

This morning after breakfast head into Kruger

An early start this morning heading to the very

National Park. Established in 1898 to protect the

northern section of the park to join Pafuri Walking

wildlife of the South African Lowveld, this national

Trails in the Makuleke concession, for the next

park of nearly 2 million hectares is unrivalled in

3 nights. Walk through one of the most remote

the diversity of its life forms and a world leader in

and diverse places in the Kruger National Park:

advanced environmental management techniques

the riverine areas of the Limpopo and Luvuvhu

and policies. Man's interaction with the natural

rivers and secret perennial springs interspersed

environment over many centuries - from bushman

with rugged baobab-dotted kopjes that jut from

rock paintings to archaeological sites - is also

mopane woodland. Endless vistas across palm-

evident. These sites represent the culture, people

studded floodplains, acacia woodland and ethereal

and events that played a role in the history of the

riverine forest combine excellently with wildlife

Kruger National Park. You will spend 4 nights in

and bird encounters.

two of the parks restcamps, in the central and

The Makuleke/Pafuri is a true wilderness area and

northern areas.

the vegetation is very different to anything else

The Kruger National Park offers its visitors an

within Kruger. The large trees in this area are

up-close and personal nature experience with

usually nearly 50% taller than most baobabs,

a variety of activities. Whether it is driving, biking,

and scenically, the area is diverse, with stunning

hiking or walking that you want to do, Kruger

mountains, deep gorges, fever tree forests,

has something for you. Experienced, professional

mopane woodland and open savannah grassland.

Day 2-4

guides ensure you will make the most of your

The area is a true contrast to the rest of the Kruger

On arrival transfer to your domestic flight to

guided activity. So, if you want more than self

National Park. Nearly 400 bird species and over

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Collect

drive game viewing, Go Activities!

100 mammal species make up some of the more

Departs from the UK Sunday & Thursday

Day 1 South African Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

your rental car and using the directions provided head for Rissington Inn in Hazyview, your home for the next 3 nights. Rissington Inn is the perfect base from which to explore the attractions of the lowveld and the Panorama Route, and they are experts in assisting their guests on planning their

visible aspects of this incredible biodiversity.

Day 12 An early start and a full days drive back to Johannesburg in time for your overnight flight to Heathrow with South African Airways.

days out.

Try walking with Rhinos …

The Pafuri Trail operates from April until October. From November to March the walking safari is done at Rhino Walking Safaris, before staying at the Restcamps, and this option can be done year round should you prefer.

Or riding on horseback …

Mashatu Game Reserve is located in the Northern Tuli Game Reserve of Botswana bordering South Africa and is an exciting add-on to this itinerary.

It offers adventure beyond the traditional game drive with horse-back safaris, cycling safaris and walks in the wild. You can also experience the lives of Africa's big cats and elephants through the Mashatu Research Programme

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SOUTH AFRICA

Cape, Canyons and Carnivores 12 nights

One of the best, and easiest combinations available in South Africa.

Enjoy the sophistication of Cape Town before heading for dramatic African scenery, and then one of the best safari destinations in Africa – the world famous Kruger National Park and adjoining private game reserves.

Departs from the UK every day

Day 01 Overnight flight from the UK to Cape Town.

Day 2-7 On arrival into Cape Town International Airport you will be met and transferred to your first hotel/guesthouse for your 6-night stay. Enjoy the attractions of one of the world’s most spectacular cities at your own pace, including Table Mountain; the V&A Waterfront; Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; the Cape of Good Hope; Robben Island, and many more. Cape Town is also a centre for adventure, exciting cuisine, shopping and some serious nightlife.

Day 8-10 This morning you will be transferred back to Cape Town airport for your 2½ hour flight across this vast country to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Collect your rental car and using the directions provided head for Rissington Inn in Hazyview, your home for the next 3 nights.

Rissington Inn is the perfect base from which to explore the attractions of the lowveld,

Day 11-13 This morning after breakfast head into Greater Kruger National Park, or one of the adjacent private game reserves, for the start of your safari.

The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. Established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld, this national park is nearly 2 million hectares. Kruger National Park is unrivalled in it’s diversity and a world leader in advanced environmental management techniques and policies.

A normal day on safari is an early morning game drive, breakfast or brunch, maybe a mid-morning walk, followed by lunch and then a siesta or just time relaxing around camp. Then back into the bush after tea, for an afternoon drive and (depending on your choice of lodge) a night drive.

And finally dinner, possibly al fresco or in the boma. And then do it all again!

the Panorama Route and Blyde River Canyon.

Day 14

This is a very interesting and scenic area of

Return your vehicle to Kruger airport in time

the country and Rissington Inn are experts in

for your overnight flight, via Johannesburg,

assisting their guests on planning their days out.

to the UK.

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Thonga Beach Lodge

Thanda Private Game Reserve

Casual

Sophisticated - Elegant

On the pristine Maputaland coast, with unspoilt beaches, forests and lakes,

Thanda is a private Big 5 game reserve in northern Zululand. Built under

Thonga captures the essence of a rustic hideaway. Each air-conditioned chalet

thatch, and based on traditional Zulu design, the Main Lodge has sweeping

is tucked away in the coastal dune forest and raised on stilts, with a deck,

views of bush and mountains. The Bush Villas each have a private splash pool,

some with sea views. Scuba diving (and snorkelling) is phenomenal and the

deck, sala and bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers.

dive boat launches directly from the beach. Enjoy the Open Ocean Experience,

Thanda's Tented Camp has fourteen tents, each with viewing deck.

spotting marine wildlife including game fish, bottlenose dolphins, whale sharks,

The Royal Private Villa offers exclusive use with 5 bedrooms. Game drives in

turtles and Humpback whales (seasonal). Morning guided kayaking trips

open Landrovers through the reserve and bush walks with rangers. Or visit

or sundowners on the shores of Lake Sibaya. November to February, witness

a traditional Zulu homestead and cultural experience. TGCSA 5-Star Lodge.

the rare sight of turtles laying their eggs or hatchlings returning to the ocean.

9 Bush Villas, 14 Tents and the Royal Private Villa

10 Chalets, 2 Family Units

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Fugitive’s Drift

Hluhluwe River Lodge

Casual - Elegant

Casual

Experience the extraordinary saga of the Anglo

Tucked away in an indigenous forest setting,

Zulu War. Set within the Fugitives’ Drift Game

Hluhluwe River Lodge and Adventures offers

This is an exclusive lodge in the northern Drakensberg

Reserve, which overlooks the battlefield of Isandlwana, both the Lodge and Guest House have

comfortably appointed thatched Chalets with

mountains, a World Heritage Site, offering superb views of the magnificent Amphitheatre from each

extremely comfortable and spacious cottages,

restaurant, lounge and an expansive terrace

of the individual garden suites. Hike or horse ride

each with a veranda. The Lodge houses a veritable

commanding spectacular views of the Hluhluwe

in the mountains, swim, play tennis, enjoy birding

museum of memorabilia, artefacts and relics.

River floodplain. Popular activities include game

and fly-fishing. Swing on the flying trapeze at the

Both have swimming pools. The 15-mile river

drives to Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Reserve and

Adventure Centre nearby. Enjoy good cuisine and

frontage includes the graves of Lieutenants

birdwatching boat trips on the river. For adventure

delicious home-made bread. Personalised service

Melvill VC and Coghill VC who lost their lives

seekers, horseriding, mountain biking and guided

from friendly staff make this owner-run lodge very

saving the Queen’s Colour. Battlefield tours are

canoe trips. Relax at the pool, or take a self-guided

popular. Relaxation massages offered in-house.

conducted daily to Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana.

walk. Dinners served alfresco under the stars.

Montusi Mountain Lodge Casual

Close to the Amphitheatre Golf Course.

TGCSA 4-Star Country House.

8 Lodge rooms and 6 Guest House rooms

private decks. The relaxed main lodge has a

TGCSA 4-Star Lodge.

12 Chalets

10 one-bedroom suites and 4 two-bedroom suites

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Lalaria Lodge

Ghost Mountain Inn

Elegant

Casual

Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse

Relax at the pool, soak up the sun and enjoy

At the foot of the Ghost Mountain lies the relaxed

spectacular sea and beach views. A warm welcome,

Ghost Mountain Inn. Nature enthusiasts will

generous comfort and friendly personal service

appreciate the abundance of wildlife and the

If it’s amazing food, pleasant scenery and

await you at this spacious Mediterranean style

scenery of this diverse region during game drives,

tranquillity you’re after, then Cleopatra mountain

residence, north of Durban. Stylish air-conditioned

guided walks and boat cruises in the company of

farmhouse in the heart of the Drakensberg

bedrooms have every modern comfort and all

knowledgeable guides. Back at the Inn, unwind

mountains is for you. Excitingly different, Richard

bathrooms have bath and separate shower.

with a soothing spa treatment or enjoy the warmth

and his chefs offer fine gourmet food, prepared

The cocktail bar leads to the spacious deck, ideal for

of the African sun within the indigenous gardens.

with love, care and especially flavour. The use of

sundowners and dolphin spotting. Leisurely beach

All rooms have private patios. Well located for

local ingredients and home-grown herbs and

walks and safe swimming. Golf, horse riding and

those travelling between Kruger National Park,

vegetables makes dining a delightful experience.

restaurants nearby. TGCSA 5-Star Guest House.

Swaziland, Durban and Mozambique.

Fauna, flora, San rock art, walking, birding and

TGCSA 4-Star Hotel.

riding create memories never to be forgotten.

5 bedrooms

49 bedrooms, 1 suite

Elegant

TGCSA 5-Star Country House.

5 rooms, 4 suites and 2 cottages

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The Oyster Box Luxurious

With 86 rooms to choose from The Oyster Box can accommodate every type of visitor. Each one is designed to provide comfort and style, with the colonial charm preserved. Enjoy sundowners in the Lighthouse Bar, casual dining at the Ocean Terraces, fine dining at the Grill Room, or a cold beer in the Chukka Bar - the culinary experience of the Oyster Box is a good one.

Situated on the ocean’s edge, a short walk from Umhlanga, the Oyster Box Hotel opened its doors in 1947. The combination of colonial charm, impeccable service, tropical gardens and seaside, still appeals today.

Spa and gym, golf nearby.

86 rooms, suites and villas

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Rocktail Beach Camp

Makakatana Bay Lodge

Casual - Secluded

Casual - Secluded

Rocktail Beach Camp is situated on the pristine

An intimate contemporary rustic hideaway

coastline of Maputaland, a 20-minute walk to

set on the banks of Lake St Lucia, within the

the beach through the protected dune forest.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage

The camp has warm and friendly living spaces,

Site, Africa’s largest natural marine estuary.

and the 17 rooms are on elevated wooden

The lodge is positioned in the forest on the

platforms with canvas walls and wooden supports.

edge of the lake, and accommodates only

The en-suite bathrooms have large showers.

12 people. The park supports 367 bird species,

Seven of the rooms are family suites. Activities

five different eco-systems, increasing wildlife

include extraordinary diving and snorkelling,

reintroduction and turtle nesting grounds in

turtle research drives and walks (seasonal,

the marine reserves. Activities include safaris

November to January), horse-riding and quad bikes.

into the wetlands by vehicle or boat and trips to the coastal beaches.

17 rooms

6 Chalets

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Nambiti Game Reserve Casual - Elegant Nambiti Private Game Reserve, not far from the town of Ladysmith, is a malaria-free Big 5 game reserve, offering a choice of lodges.

Esiweni Lodge - 5 rooms (including family unit) Springbok Lodge - 15 tents

Esiweni Lodge is a luxury lodge with a unique cliff top position offering dramatic views over the Sundays River, whilst you are relaxing on your private deck, having an outdoor shower, or lazing around the rim-flow pool.

Springbok Lodge offers a tented safari experience, the 15 spacious elevated air-conditioned tents include private decks and outdoor showers. Or relax at the pool.

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KwaZulu Natal Self Drive 12 nights

Departs from the UK every day

Day 1 South African Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

Day 2-4 As you leave the hustle and bustle of the suburbs of Johannesburg, you will be struck by the sense of space and contrasts of the spectacular scenery as you make the 3½ hour journey to the Drakensberg region, situated approximately halfway between Johannesburg and Durban. Settle into the laid back rhythm of the ‘Berg’ where you will spend the next 3 nights. Activities available in the area include hiking, climbing, golf, tennis, horse riding, fly fishing, mountain biking and township and cultural tours.

Blessed by a sunny year-round climate KwaZulu-Natal, known as the Kingdom of the Zulu, offers travellers diverse attractions. Landscapes range from mountains and forests to wetlands and long beaches, while activities include deep-sea diving, white-water rafting, hiking, historical tours, horse riding, trout fishing, safari, golf and much more. Zulu, Indian and European influences have created a cultural mosaic that is fascinating and accessible.

This itinerary is particularly popular with families.

Day 05-07 After a hearty breakfast and one last look at the view, head east for 3 hours (approximately) and you will arrive in the Battlefields area of KwaZulu Natal,

Day 11–13

just in time for lunch. Enjoy a slice of history during your 3-night stay in this

Another 3 hour drive, this time down the coast, will bring you to Shaka’s Rock,

region, with optional tours to the battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana,

a popular and relaxed coastal town. After the activities further north spend a

sites of some of the most dramatic events in British military history that

few days relaxing on the beach, swimming or enjoying the nearby restaurants.

occurred during the Anglo-Zulu War of the 19th century. Alternatively stop on the way at Spionkop, the scene of another bloody conflict, this time from the Anglo-Boer War.

Day 14 Drop your car at nearby Durban airport in time for your overnight flight to Heathrow, via Johannesburg, with South African Airways.

Day 08-10 A further 3 hour drive will take you towards the oldest game reserve in Africa, Hluhluwe Imfolozi, famous for saving the White Rhino from extinction and also home to the rest of the ‘Big 5’. You will also be on the doorstep of Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, a World Heritage Site and Africa’s largest marine estuary. The park supports coastal wildlife and turtle nesting grounds in the marine reserves. During your 3 night stay in the Hluhluwe region you can enjoy days trips to the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve, Lake St Lucia, Cape Vidal, Kosi Bay or visit a Zulu cultural village to learn more of the history and culture of the indigenous Zulu people.

Make it bespoke …

This is our most popular itinerary in KwaZulu Natal but we can also tailor-make a route to suit your personal taste.

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Kruger, Kingdoms and Coast Semi-Escorted Tour 12 nights

This is an African journey to some of South Africa’s finest scenic sights and most prolific Big Five game-viewing country. You will visit the quaint historical mining town of Pilgrim’s Rest; the awe-inspiring landscape of Blyde River Canyon and God’s Window; the vast expanses of Kruger National Park, in pursuit of the legendary Big Five; the Kingdom of Swaziland; the World Heritage Site of Lake St Lucia; the city of Durban; and finally some chill time on the beach at the south coast town of Southbroom. This tour is a great balance between wild and tame, culture and creativity, and you’ll have experienced the majesty of this special corner of Africa.

Departs from the UK every Saturday

Day 1 South African Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

Day 02 Upon arrival you will be met and assisted to your shuttle transfer service to the hotel. You are under own arrangements for the rest of the day.

Day 3 Meet up with the group and depart Johannesburg’s distinctive skyline this morning and head for Pretoria, South Africa’s capital city, for a short orientation tour, before continuing to Mpumalanga and the Lowveld.

Pass over the spectacular Long Tom Pass onto the small town of Sabie, before exploring the living history of Pilgrim’s Rest, the mining village where gold was first discovered.

Day 7 Visit a Swazi Candle Factory then on into Zululand, arriving mid-afternoon at the town of St Lucia, a World Heritage Site and home to hippo, crocodile and

Day 4

no less than 367 bird species. This afternoon you have the option to purchase

This morning visit God’s Window, a boundless view of forested mountains

(own account) an exciting open safari vehicle game drive into Hluhluwe-

and fertile plains, and visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, one of the

Imfolozi Park.

natural wonders of Africa. Explore the quaint village of Graskop before arriving mid afternoon at your overnight hotel.

Day 8 This morning enjoy a cruise on Lake St Lucia before departing for Durban,

Day 5

hugging the lush KwaZulu-Natal coastline en route. You will be dropped

Set off before breakfast in open safari vehicles in search of lion, elephant,

at your Durban hotel where the escorted section of this holiday ends.

buffalo, rhino and leopard, and all manner of wondrous wildlife, birds and

Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Durban.

plant species.

Day 9

Day 6

This morning you will be collected and transferred (approx. 1½ hours)

Today you head for the Kingdom of Swaziland, a former British Protection

to Southbroom, a popular holiday village with beautiful sand beaches,

Territory, now ruled by King MsWati III. Enjoy a Swazi cultural experience,

5 good golf courses, good restaurants and of course the warm waters

then visit the Ngwenya Glass Factory to see master craftsmen fashion

of the Indian Ocean. Your beach-house style guesthouse will be your

collectable figures and functional art out of molten glass. Your next stop

home for the next 5 nights.

is the capital city Mbabane, known for its vibrant markets packed with woven baskets, beadwork and carvings.

Day 14 Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to Heathrow, via Johannesburg, with South African Airways.

Notes on the tour …

You will tour in an air-conditioned minibus or small coach (the fewer the passengers the smaller the vehicle to be used – minimum 2 / maximum 20 people); Accommodation on the tour (5 nights) will be of a 3-star standard.

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Rovos Rail ROVOS RAI L

Luxurious and Romantic

Rovos Rail has earned a reputation for classic journeys lasting 24 hours to a fortnight, linking some of Africa's greatest destinations - Cape Town and Dar-es-Salaam, game reserves and Victoria Falls, Namibia and the Karoo, the Garden Route and Swaziland. They also run periodic Cape to Cairo journeys – a legendary 28-day adventure.

Rovos Rail even has it’s own railway station, the rebuilt Capital Park Station and locomotive yard in Pretoria, which is the headquarters of this private railway company.

The trains - which may be hauled by steam, diesel or electric locomotives at various stages of the journey - carry a maximum of 72 passengers in 36 superbly appointed suites. The remodelled wood-panelled coaches have been refurbished to mint condition, allowing you to recapture the atmosphere of a bygone era. Enjoy fine cuisine and Cape wines in five-star luxury.

Traditional furnishings and period décor ensure an atmosphere of elegance in the Dining, Lounge and Observation cars.

The most popular route is the weekly 48-hour journey between Pretoria and Cape Town, or vice versa. This 1600-kilometre (994 mile) journey travels through the gold-rich Highveld, Kimberley, the Great Karoo desert and the spectacular mountain ranges of the Cape

The epitome of luxury, each spacious air-conditioned suite has a private bathroom, bar fridge, writing desk, personal safe and seating. Room service is available 24 hours a day.

Royal Suites, each of which take up half a carriage, measure 16 sq metres. Each has its own private lounge area and full bathroom with Victorian bath and separate shower.

Deluxe suites are 11 sq metres and also accommodate two passengers in either twin or double beds and have a lounge area and en-suite bathroom with shower.

Pullman suites are 7 sq metres in size and while having an identical bathroom to that of the deluxe suites, the bedroom is smaller with a one up / one down bunk for twin requirements or a double bed for couples. During the day this is converted into a comfortable couch.

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THE BLUE TRAIN

The Blue Train

Luxurious and Romantic

Since its inception the Blue Train has been synonymous with elegance and luxury – its name has become associated with the ultimate in comfort and personal service. The suites on the Blue Train live up to its reputation, and each coach has a butler on call to attend to your needs and ensure that your experience is as memorable and comfortable as possible.

The fully air-conditioned trains accommodate between 74 - 82 guests, depending on which ‘set’ is used.

Each ‘set’ has two lounges - the main lounge car which is a meeting place for drinks and high tea, and the club car where guests can relax over an after dinner drink or watch the large screen which provides a drivers-eye-view of the track ahead. Cuisine aboard the train features South African delicacies complemented by fine South African wines.

The routes of the Blue Train take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world. When you choose to travel on the Blue Train, you choose to travel in a world of grace, elegance and romance The route between Pretoria and Cape Town is a 27-hour journey of 1 600 kilometres (994 miles), through some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery on the continent. On the southbound trip, the train stops at the famous diamond town of Kimberley where guests can explore the Diamond Museum and the Big Hole, the biggest man-made hole in the world. On the northbound journey, the train stops at the historic town of Matjiesfontein.

The Deluxe coaches have four suites per coach; one suite with a bath and the others with showers. The Deluxe suites feature either twin beds with a shower, or double beds with a bathtub and handheld shower.

The luxury suites are a metre larger, and these twin or double-bedded suites have baths only. The luxury suites also have a large choice of radio and movie channels with a private digital entertainment centre and a selection of music CDs and movies on DVD.

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Tuningi Safari Lodge Sophisticated Tuningi Safari Lodge is on the western side of the Madikwe Game Reserve, a 75 000-hectare malaria-free Big Five game reserve bordering Botswana.

The Main Lodge is spacious and luxurious with a rim-flow pool overlooking a waterhole. Walkways lead to the spacious and stylish airconditioned thatched chalets.

Little Tuningi sleeps 6 and can be booked exclusively; offering a private boma, pool and vehicle. Rise early to be guided by your knowledgeable ranger in an open game vehicle in search of the Big Five, as well as wild dog, for which the reserve is renowned.

4 Chalets & 2 Family Units

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Nedile Lodge

Thakadu River Camp

Elegant

Elegant

Nedile Lodge is situated in the malaria-free Welgevonden Private Game

Thakadu River Camp is a stylish tented lodge in the malaria-free Madikwe Game

Reserve, home to a large population of White Rhino, as well as Lion, Elephant,

Reserve. This Afro-Asian style tented camp is set in the riverine forest on the

Buffalo and Leopard. Friendly staff welcome you to the charming Lodge,

tranquil banks of the Marico River. Spacious, air-conditioned tents have sliding

which has been stylishly and creatively designed and decorated to create a

doors opening onto private decks with river views. Relax over fine cuisine in the

warm and relaxed ambience. Nedile Lodge accommodates up to 10 guests

boma under a canopy of trees, in the open-air dining room or on the pool deck.

in 5 rooms. Whether enjoying a delicious dinner around the camp fire in the

TGCSA 5-Star Lodge.

starlit boma, relaxing at the pool, or on a game viewing safari, Nedile will restore your soul. TGCSA 5-Star Lodge.

12 Tented Suites

5 rooms

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Safari, Luxury Rail and Cape Town 10 nights

A luxury journey, for the most discerning of travellers. Starting with a safari in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve on the Botswana border; then enjoy one of life’s real treats on board a luxury train journey from Pretoria to Cape Town; and finally enjoy one of the world’s great tourist cities, Cape Town. If you are looking for a special celebration holiday, then this is one for you.

Day 7-11 This final leg of your journey into Cape Town this morning is probably the most scenic of the whole route and a perfect way to be introduced to this stunning city. You will be met at the station and transferred to your hotel for your 5-night stay. Included in your stay is a full-day private guided tour of Cape Town, with picnic lunch. Other alternative activities are a helicopter trip to the Winelands for lunch; shopping at the V & A Waterfront; breakfast on the top of Table Mountain; a picnic at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; or dinner at one of the many fine restaurants in the city.

Day 12 You will be transferred to Cape Town airport today for your overnight flight to the UK.

Departure dates from the UK, on request

Day 1 Overnight flight from the UK to Johannesburg.

Day 2-4 On arrival into Johannesburg airport you will be met by a representative of Fedair who will transfer you to their exclusive departure lounge in time for your onward light aircraft transfer to Madikwe Game Reserve. On arrival you will be met by your game ranger and transferred, by safari vehicle, to your safari Lodge for your 3-night stay. Enjoy 2 full days of game viewing activities in open vehicles and on foot. The Madikwe Game Reserve, situated against the Botswana border, is one of South Africa's prime safari destinations and one of the largest game reserves in South Africa. The rich diversity of vegetation ensures a wide range of game and the topography offers ideal game viewing opportunities. Madikwe is home to 66 mammal

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species including the Big Five and approximately 300 resident

The departure dates of this holiday are determined

and migrant bird species.

by the train schedules. Rovos Rail, another luxury train

Day 5

that operates on the same route (taking 2 nights)

After a final game drive and breakfast you will be returned to the airstrip for

is an alternative to The Blue Train. This itinerary

your return flight to Johannesburg where you will be met and transferred to

can easily be operated in the reverse direction.

nearby Pretoria. This afternoon you may want to take any one of the many local tours available.

Day 6 You will be collected and transferred to the station in Pretoria, where you will be welcomed with a glass of champagne in the private departure lounge, whilst your bags are tagged and loaded onto one of the most luxurious trains in the world – The Blue Train. The overnight journey takes you through spectacular scenery on your way to the Mother City of Cape Town.

Relax in your spacious compartment or suite and enjoy the unforgettable experiences of the lounge car, dining car and observation car.

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South African National Parks Self Drive 28 nights

South African National Parks (SANParks) runs a very well-managed system of parks across the country which represents the indigenous fauna, flora, landscapes and associated cultural heritage of the country. So if you have a bit more time, and want to see the country the way many South Africans do, then this could be the choice for you.

Departs from the UK every day

We can tailor your holiday to meet your

Day 1

specific requirements, but the following

South African Airways overnight flight from

route would ensure an amazing diversity

Heathrow to Johannesburg or Cape Town.

and that you see some incredible sights and some truly spectacular scenery:

Day 2-29 On arrival into your chosen airport in South Africa collect your Avis rental car.

If required you will collect your Satellite Navigation System, an invaluable tool for a self-drive holiday.

We will have already sent you your Wild Card, which gains you access to more than 80 parks and reserves across the country. This includes the 21 National

Kruger National Park- the jewel in the crown of South Africa’s safari offering, a huge park offering a diverse and exciting safari experience.

Golden Gate Highlands National Park – a true highland habitat, home to a variety of wildlife and truly splendid African scenery.

Parks, 24 EKZN Wildlife parks in KwaZulu Natal and the 24 Cape Nature Parks

Mountain Zebra National Park – proclaimed in 1937 to save the

in the Western Cape.

Cape Mountain Zebra from extinction, the park embraces rolling plains

We will also have planned your route and made your bookings, so all the arrangements are taken care of.

and deep valleys.

Camdeboo National Park – practically surrounding the town of Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape the park provides an insight into the scenic beauty and unique landscape and ecosystem of the Karoo.

Garden Route National Park – encompassing the Tsitsikamma and Wilderness areas, the Knysna Lagoon, a variety of mountainous areas, Southern Cape indigenous forest and Fynbos regions.

Agulhas National Park – where the Atlantic & Indian Oceans meet and the southernmost point in Africa.

Table Mountain National Park - encompassing the stunning Table Mountain Chain stretching from Signal Hill in the north to Cape Point in the south, with Cape Town and the seas and coastline of the peninsula in the middle.

You can choose how you want to travel. Accommodation ranges from safari tents, to houseboats, villas, rustic cottages, bungalows and much more.

Most of the restcamps in the major parks have a restaurant or café, or you

Please note …

Due to long driving distances we will also include the odd overnight stay in guesthouse-style accommodation between parks and in Cape Town and certain stretches of the Garden Route. National Parks have strict gate

can join in with the rest of the country and have a braai (bbq). Nearly all of the units in the parks have self-catering facilities, many have shops, so you can load up your car with provisions and do your own thing. Many of the restcamps also have swimming pools.

opening/closing times and you will need to ensure that

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After 4 weeks of genuine exploration, drop your car at your

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SOUTH AFRICA

Safari and Mauritius 11 nights

Departs from the UK on Monday

Day 1 British Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

Day 2-4 On arrival into O.R. Tambo (Johannesburg) International Airport you will be

The perfect Bush & Beach combination. Enjoy the exhilaration and

met and transferred by road (approx. 2 hours) to the Welgevonden Game

excitement of game viewing in the malaria-free Welgevonden Game

Reserve in Limpopo Province. Welgevonden Reserve is a declared heritage site

Reserve, a mountain bushveld reserve with a climate that makes it

of 37 000 hectares adjoining the Marakele National Park in the breathtaking

worth a visit all year round. Welgevonden is certainly one of the finest

Waterberg Biosphere. A true bushveld environment and home to Africa’s most

places to watch wildlife, sense wilderness and touch the spirit

sought after game species, with one of the largest collections of white rhino.

of true Africa, with antelope from the largest eland to the diminutive

From your lodge, where you will stay for the next 3 nights, join a guided safari

duiker, and cheetah, lion and leopard always close by. Then fly to the

or specialised bush walk with an experienced ranger to view elephant, lion,

Indian Ocean island of Mauritius to relax on a tropical beach.

leopard, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, eland and many other antelope species with

A perfect honeymoon perhaps?

the opportunity to spot the aardvark, brown hyena or the rarely seen honey badger and bush pig.

Day 5

Your stay on this beautiful tropical island can be as relaxing or activity filled

Transfer back to Johannesburg this afternoon and overnight in a hotel

as you wish. The hotels and resorts are sophisticated with a large range of

convenient for the airport.

activities on offer. These include comprehensive watersports facilities, tennis courts, gyms and diving schools. The deep sea fishing in Mauritius is amongst

Day 6-11 Early this morning you will be transferred back to Johannesburg airport for your 4 hour flight to Mauritius, with British Airways. Relax in the sophisticated surroundings of your resort hotel and enjoy the beaches and many other activities and leisure facilities on offer in this tropical playground. With fine seafood and talented chefs, the culinary experience is also a good one.

Most of the resorts have full kids & teen clubs on site. Mauritius is also a popular destination for people to get married or to visit on honeymoon.

the best in the world and available from all of the hotels. There are several golf courses available on the island. Other activities include scenic helicopter flights, a Submarine Safari, full and half day catamaran cruises and trips to nearby islands.

Alternatively, enjoy an organized excursion to Black River Gorge National Park, Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens, Grand Bassin sacred lake, Domaine du Chasseur, or the crowded, loud and colourful capital city of Port Louis.

Day 13 You will be collected and returned to Mauritius airport in time for your return flight with British Airways.

Looking for a variation?

We can use game lodges in Kruger National Park, Madikwe Game Reserve or the Waterberg area also as a combination with Mauritius.

Please contact us for a tailor-made quotation.

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Grand South Africa Escorted Tour 14 nights

This really is the ‘highlights’ tour of South Africa, a 15 day tour between Johannesburg and Cape Town, including: an open vehicle game drive in Kruger National Park; Swaziland; a visit to a traditional Zulu village; the Garden Route; Oudtshoorn, famous for the Cango Caves and ostrich farms. The ultimate tour of South Africa with great scenery, exciting wildlife and ethnic diversity.

Small, personal groups with expert guides.

4-star standard accommodation …

Hotels used are typically of a good 4-star standard throughout

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Day 10

Continue via Big Bend into KwaZulu Natal.

Depart Port Elizabeth and travel via the coastline

Arrive at your hotel in the afternoon, in time

to the beautiful Tsitsikamma National Park,

to embark on an afternoon scenic drive up the

described as the ‘garden of the Garden Route’.

Day 2-3

Ubombo Mountains, offering views over Lake

Enjoy a walk along the suspension bridge across

Over night in Johannesburg and the next morning

Jozini. The drive will be combined with a visit

the Storms River mouth gorge which offers visitors

travel to the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ – Mpumalanga

to a local and authentic Zulu homestead for

incredible views and photo opportunities. Continue

– via the magnificent Panorama Route. Time and

a glimpse into Zulu life in today’s world.

to Plettenberg Bay for dinner and overnight.

Day 7

Day 11

Today you will transfer to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi

After breakfast, get up-close-and-personal with

Game Reserve for a full day of game viewing, and

nature at the Knysna Elephant Park. After lunch

Day 4

it was here that the white rhino was saved from

(own account) visit Birds of Eden – the largest

Early this morning you will depart on an open

extinction. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon.

free-flight bird aviary in the world. Time and

Departs from the UK Saturday

Day 1 Overnight flight from the UK to Johannesburg.

weather permitting, stop at God’s Window and the Mac Mac Falls. Late afternoon arrival at your hotel.

vehicle safari through the Kruger National Park.

The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. Optional evening safari.

Day 8 Continue the journey along the Elephant Coast to St Lucia, at the southern extremity of the

weather permitting you have the option of embarking on a Whale & Dolphin boat experience (own account) before returning to the lodge.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park – a World Heritage Site.

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Day 5

Here you embark on an estuarine boat trip which

Proceed to the lagoon side town of Knysna,

After breakfast, travel to the Royal Kingdom of

provides an opportunity to view crocodiles, hippo

enjoying some time at leisure before embarking

Swaziland. This tiny mountainous kingdom is

and numerous bird species. Continue to Durban

on an adventurous cruise to the Knysna Heads

filled with bygone African traditions and culture

for an overnight stay.

(weather permitting). On return to the mainland,

and offers beautiful scenery and attractions.

After spending some time at the Mbabane craft markets, arrive at your hotel located in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley.

Day 9 This morning you will embark on a brief Durban City Tour where you will spend the morning

continue to Oudtshoorn – the ‘feather capital’ of the world due to its large ostrich industry.

Overnight in Oudtshoorn.

discovering the cultural and historical contrasts

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of the city, before your flight to Port Elizabeth.

Enjoy a morning tour of the Cango Caves and then

On arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport, transfer to

travel via Route 62 to Barrydale for lunch (own

your hotel.

account), arriving in Cape Town around 18h00, for a 3 night stay.

Day 14 and 15 Whilst in Cape Town take a full day Cape Point and Peninsula Tour, and a full day Cape Winelands Tour.

Day 16 Morning collection from the hotel for a City Tour – a geographical and cultural extravaganza showing you Cape Town from its historical beginnings to the dazzling modern shopping malls of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Your tour ends with drop-off at Cape Town International Airport in time for your return overnight flight back to the UK.

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Southern Africa Grand Tour 14 nights

Quite simply an amazing 4-country journey, with amazing contrasts.

If you are looking for the ultimate Southern Africa journey, then this is it. Cities, deserts, safari, wildlife, waterfalls and some of the most spectacular scenery you can imagine. And if you add on a beach extension to Mozambique or Mauritius, this really will be the trip of a lifetime!

Departs from the UK Saturday and Monday

Day 1 Overnight flight from the UK to Cape Town..

Day 2-5 On arrival into Cape Town you will be met by your driver who will transfer you to your chosen hotel in Cape Town for a 4-night stay. The ‘mother city’ needs little introduction and is an appealing place to spend a few days, taking in the sights or just enjoying this sophisticated, charming and scenic city. Included is a full day private tour of Cape Town and the Peninsula.

Day 6-9 This morning you will be transferred back to the airport for your early onward 2-hour flight north to Windhoek in Namibia. Your 4-night visit includes an overnight in Windhoek and a 3-night DuneHopper experience, visiting the remote NamibRand Nature Reserve and Sossusvlei area. The Namib desert is the oldest in the world and the huge dunes and landscape are a sight to behold.

Day 10-13 Today you will return to Windhoek and board a spectacular flight to Maun in Botswana, the gateway to your 4-night Desert and Delta safari. Transferring by light aircraft you will combine 2 nights in the unique Okavango Delta with 2 nights in the Savute area of Chobe National Park, a perfect combination for a variety of game viewing in two of the best wilderness areas in Africa.

Day 14-15 Transfer to Kasane today where you will be collected and taken to your lodge or hotel in the vicinity of Victoria Falls, in Zambia. This natural wonder of the world provides a fitting conclusion to your tour. There are plenty of activities on offer, some for the not so faint hearted !

Day 16 Transfer back to Livingstone airport for your onward flight to Johannesburg, connecting with your return overnight flight to the UK.

If you dont see it, just ask!

In keeping with all of the itineraries shown in this brochure this is simply a suggestion. Itineraries can be amended to suit your individual requirements or tastes, subject only to the constraints of your imagination, flight schedules and budget.

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Safari and Mozambique

Thanda and Thonga

8 nights

8 nights

Combine the ‘jewel in the crown’ of South African

The appeal of a tented safari lodge is second to none,

Safaris, the Sabi Sand Reserve, with the pristine

and after all that excitement head for the unspoilt

beaches and exclusive lodges in Mozambique.

beaches of the northern KwaZulu Natal coast.

Departs from the UK every day

Day 1

Day 1

South African Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

South African Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

Day 2-4 - You will be met and transferred to your departure lounge for your

Day 2-4

onward air shuttle service to the private airstrip at Chitwa Chitwa lodge

You will be met and transferred to your departure lounge for your onward

in the Sabi Sand Reserve. Enjoy the next 3 nights combining nature and luxury,

air shuttle service to the private airstrip at Thanda Private Game Reserve.

with a safari in a Big 5 reserve. This is some of the best game viewing in

Your 3 night stay is at Thanda Tented Camp, each luxury tent has a viewing

South Africa. And when you are not out on a game drive relax by the pool,

deck so you can take in the vistas and wildlife at your leisure, when not on

enjoy a spa treatment or simply enjoy the bush.

a game drive.

Day 5-9 – This morning transfer by road to Kruger Airport in time for your

Day 5-9

onward flight to Mozambique. A short boat or air transfer will take you to your

This morning transfer by road to Thonga Beach Lodge, tucked away in the

chosen lodge for the next 5 nights. The beach lodges in Mozambique are not

coastal dune forest. The lodge is relaxed and during your 5 night stay you can

large resort hotels but small and exclusive African lodges. The beaches are

walk on the beach, go snorkelling, take a scuba diving trip, do some kayaking

pristine, the seafood fresh, the scuba diving and game fishing some of the

on Lake Sibaya or enjoy the regular Open Ocean Experience looking for sharks,

best in the world – kick back, and relax.

dolphins, whales and turtles.

Day 10 - You will be collected and returned to the airport in time for a flight

Day 10

to Johannesburg, connecting with your overnight South African Airways

Transfer by road to Richards Bay in time for a flight to Johannesburg,

flight to Heathrow.

connecting with your overnight South African Airways flight to Heathrow.

Combinations are our speciality!

Deluxe bush and beach combinations make for trips to remember and are great for special occasions.

Get in touch to talk about your ideas - we have the know-how and experience to turn it into a reality.

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L E T U S G U I D E YO U

Zimbabwe Zimbabwe remains one of Africa’s finest safari and tourist destinations, despite recent instability. And it’s not all about Victoria Falls, although that is undeniably one of Zimbabwe’s highlights and a popular ‘add-on’ in its own right.

Hwange National Park is a world-class safari destination, home to large herds of Elephant; a private houseboat on Lake Kariba, or a lodge on the shore, gives access to the impressive Matusadona National Park; Mana Pools National Park is surely one of the most beautiful areas in Zimbabwe, rich in game and perfect for an adventurous canoe safari; and that’s not to mention the Eastern Highlands, Matobo Hills and the ruins at Great Zimbabwe.

Zimbabwe really does have something for everyone.

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Zimbabwe Highlights

This itinerary can start or finish in Harare or Victoria Falls and can

6 nights

extended, or if you are tighter on time you could combine just two areas.

operate in either direction. It is also just a suggestion and can be

detailed quotation and advice.

Day 1-2 On arrival into Victoria Falls you will be met and transferred to your hotel for your 2-night stay. There are plenty of different ways to see the Falls –

Day 5-6

on a guided walking tour; a cruise on the Zambezi; or in a light aircraft.

Another light aircraft shuttle today will take you to Hwange National Park,

This area is also well known as an activity centre – white-water rafting;

Zimbabwe’s premier game viewing destination. It is home to large herds of

microlighting; bungee jumping; river boarding; tandem kayaking;

Elephant and a wide variety of other game, including the Big 5.

abseiling; elephant back safaris; and finally the gorge swing!

Makalolo Plains is a traditional luxury tented camp in a private concession deep within the park – you won’t see many other vehicles here. The Hide is

Day 3-4 A light aircraft shuttle today, with amazing views of the landscape en route, will take you to Lake Kariba or Mana Pools National Park. Musanago Safari Camp on an island in Lake Kariba is an unpretentious small camp, offering

another unpretentious lodge, with A-frame chalets, that has been operating for many years. You will encounter typically friendly Zimbabwean service and also typically good guiding, for which Zimbabwe is also well known.

quality guiding and a varied game experience. Ruckomechi Camp in the

Day 7

stunning Mana Pools National Park is a classic luxury tented camp on the

After a final day on safari it is time to bid farewell to this special country

banks of the Zambezi River, also with a variety of game viewing options –

and one final light aircraft transfer will take you to Victoria Falls or Harare,

vehicle, on foot, power boat or canoe.

for your onward journey.

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The Victoria Falls Hotel

Ilala Lodge

Elegant

Casual

One of Africa’s great colonial-era hotels (built in 1904), in undoubtedly the

One of the closest hotels to the falls, Ilala Lodge is a small and friendly hotel,

best setting of any hotel in the Victoria Falls region, with a private path direct

offering good value for money, close to the town centre. 34 air-conditioned

to the falls themselves. From the terrace and grounds you have a spectacular

rooms, a pleasant pool and gardens, and a popular bar & restaurant all make

view down the gorge towards the Victoria Falls bridge. 161 traditionally styled

Ilala Lodge a good option.

rooms and suites, in a variety of categories, are modern, well equipped and recently refurbished. The dining options are almost legendary!

The Livingstone Room for fine dining in Edwardian opulence; Jungle Junction for great entertainment; and Stanley’s terrace for afternoon tea and sundowners, continuing a 100 year plus tradition. If this is the only reason you come to Zimbabwe, then it is worth it.

32 rooms and 2 suites 143 rooms and 18 suites

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NAMIBIA L E T U S G U I D E YO U

Namibia Endless Horizons With a land mass over 3 times that of Great Britain

The north is dominated by the Etosha National

and with a population of around 2 million, Namibia

Park, with its defining features being the vast

boasts one of the world’s lowest population densities.

Etosha Pan offering excellent game viewing.

Man has made so little impact on Namibia’s

Also in the North you can find the dramatic

landscape that it can be said that Namibia truly

Skeleton Coast and the neighboring Damaraland

reflects nature in its original form.

region, a true wilderness area where the desert

Namibia derived its name from the Namib Desert, home to the immense sand dunes of Sossusvlei,

adapted Elephants miraculously survive, and the Caprivi region.

one of Namibia’s premier attractions and only

The capital Windhoek is certainly worth

a 4-hour drive from the capital Windhoek.

an overnight stay and the coastal resort of

Heading further south you can discover the coastal town of Luderitz, close to the ghost town of

Swakopmund, Namibia’s curious premier ‘seaside’ town, is an adventure lover’s paradise.

Kolmanskop where the first diamond was found and even further south is Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon in the world.

Local tip …

Namibia is a year round destination, however the best time to visit is April until October, with March and November still pleasant.

December to March can be very hot, African style!

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‘A pristine land of untouched natural beauty; of vastness, of awe-inspiring contrasts and mystical splendour such that it touches the soul.

You take it with you forever.’

NAMIBIA

WINDHOEK > NAMIBIA

OMARURU REGION > NAMIBIA

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Olive Grove Guesthouse

Erongo Wilderness Lodge

Hotel Zum Kaiser

Casual

Casual - Secluded - Nature Reserve

Casual

Located in a peaceful area of Windhoek, but close

Erongo Wilderness Lodge is nestled amid granite

The Hotel Zum Kaiser (formerly the Swakopmund

to the city centre, Olive Grove is a great spot to

formations in the beautiful Erongo Mountains –

Boutique Hotel), is a contemporary and comfortable

start or end your Namibian experience. Each air-

just over 2 hours drive north of Windhoek.

small hotel, well located in Namibia's premier

conditioned room is well appointed and has its

The lodge has 10 en-suite thatched tented chalets

holiday destination. 12 of the 21 rooms have a

own veranda. The emphasis is on simplicity and

built on stilts, each in a niche amongst granite

private balcony with a sea-view and 6 rooms are

elegance. Breakfast is served on your veranda and

formations, with netting across all windows

interconnecting, which makes them ideal for

lunches & dinners are available on request. Other

and doors, allowing only the breeze to enter.

families. The wine cellar offers vintages from some

facilities include an honesty bar, indoor & outdoor

With its own private deck, bush-style mini-bar,

of South Africa’s most renowned wine estates.

lounges, a plunge pool, laundry service and

and spectacular setting, each chalet is the best

The Garden Roof Terrace is an inviting area to relax

pleasant gardens. Secure parking available.

way to experience the lush Erongo environment.

and enjoy sundowners as you take in the

Professional guides offer personalised game drives

spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean.

and rewarding walks with excellent birding.

21 rooms

10 rooms and 2 suites

10 tented chalets

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Kulala Wilderness Reserve

Desert Homestead

Casual - Secluded - Nature Reserve

Casual - Secluded

The scenic Kulala Wilderness Reserve is a 37 000 hectare private reserve,

Desert Homestead is a friendly lodge in the Namib region, 32 km south of

the closest reserve to Sossusvlei itself. The en-suite Canvas & Thatch ‘Kulalas’

Sesriem, with views extending to the Rotterkaum Mountains from each of the

(meaning ‘to sleep’) at Kulala Desert Lodge have flat rooftops - bedrolls can be

verandas of the 20 comfortable en-suite thatched chalets - powered by wind

placed there so you can enjoy a night's sleep under the stars. Little Kulala is a

and solar power. Desert Homestead has excellent riding horses, all docile and

luxury desert retreat consisting of 11 climate-controlled, thatched ‘kulalas’.

easy to handle - most popular are the sunrise and sunset rides. Also enjoy

The varied activities bring the desert to life. These include 4x4 excursions

vehicle nature & sundowner drives or a visit to nearby Sossusvlei.

into the Namib Naukluft Park, and nature drives and early morning walks on the Kulala Wilderness Reserve. Hot air ballooning is also available.

Desert Homestead – 20 Chalets

Desert Lodge – 23 Canvas & Thatch ‘Kulalas’ Little Kulala - 11 'Kulalas'

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Mushara Lodge

Mushara Villa EA STE R N E TO S H A R E G I O N > N A M I B I A

The Mushara Collection Casual - Elegant - Game Lodge The main attraction of Mushara is its proximity to Etosha National Park, home to numerous predator, mammal and bird species. Great attention has been paid to the décor, which is an eclectic blend of traditional, African and modern art.

Each thatched en-suite chalet at Mushara Lodge is extremely spacious with air-conditioning and good amenities. A feature of Mushara Lodge is its large swimming pool. Mushara Outpost is a luxury traditional tented camp and Mushara Bush Camp offers a down-to-earth tented bush camp experience which is well suited as an affordable base for independent travellers and families. Guided game drives into the park allow guests to experience a Mushara Outpost

fascinating perspective of wildlife in Etosha. Experience the best of both worlds in the two large, luxurious and exclusive villas, each with private plunge pool.

Mushara Lodge – 10 chalets; Mushara Villa – 2 Villas; Mushara Outpost – 8 tented chalets; Mushara Bush Camp – 12 tents and 4 Family units

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Ongava Game Reserve

Onguma Game Reserve

Casual - Elegant - Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Elegant - Game Lodge

The private 30 000-hectare Ongava Game Reserve borders the Etosha

In the local Herero language, Onguma means, ‘the place you don't want to

National Park to the north. Mornings are normally spent within Etosha and

leave.’ Situated on the eastern side of Etosha, Onguma Private Nature Reserve

afternoons on the reserve, which is home to Black and White Rhino, Lion,

is a 34,000 hectare reserve boasting over thirty different animal species

Leopard, Cheetah, Elephants, plains game and prolific birdlife. There are 4

consisting of plains game and predators, black rhino and more than 300 bird

camps on the reserve. Anderssons Camp and Ongava Tented Camp are both

species. Enjoy game drives on Onguma or into Etosha National Park, the largest

traditional tented camps. Ongava Lodge is the ‘main’ camp and Little Ongava

national park in Namibia. Tented Camp overlooks a waterhole, with seven

is a very exclusive small lodge situated atop a hill. The lodge, Anderssons and

en-suite safari tents with private patios, and has a rim flow pool. Treetop Camp

the tented camp all have family units and each camp/lodge has a small

has 4 thatch and canvas rooms, and also overlooks a waterhole.

swimming pool. Etosha National Park is Namibia’s premier wildlife area and one of Africa’s largest parks.

Anderssons Camp – 20 tented units; Ongava Tented Camp – 8 tented units; Ongava Lodge – 13 Chalets and 1 Family unit; Little Ongava – 3 units

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Tented Camp – 7 safari tents; Treetop Camp – 4 thatched and canvas rooms

NAMIBIA

Camp Kipwe DA M AR AL AN D R EGION > NA MI B IA

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Grootberg Lodge

Mowani Mountain Camp and Camp Kipwe

Casual - Secluded - Nature Reserve 12,000 hectares have been set aside by the Khoadi /Hoas community for

Casual - Elegant - Secluded - Nature Reserve

conservation and tourism and it is here you will find Grootberg Lodge, perched on the rim of the Grootberg Plateau, a lodge wholly owned by the conservancy.

In the unspoilt wilderness area of Southern Damaraland, these comfortable

It is also in this natural wilderness area that you can encounter the inhabitants

lodges offer magnificent scenery and desert fauna and flora. Activities include

of this remote biosphere, including the semi-nomadic Himba. The 12 rock and

nature drives in search of the elusive desert adapted Elephants, excursions

thatch chalets have stunning views over the valley. Desert elephant, Black

to Twyfelfontein to see the bushman paintings and nature walks. Mowani

Rhino and much other birdlife and wildlife can be found in this Damaraland

Mountain Camp has 12 luxury East African style tents and Kipwe has eight

wilderness. Hiking and horse-riding are available.

rooms round in shape, all with large outside decks to admire the wonderful Damara landscape. The outside, partially open bathrooms adjoining the

14 rooms and 2 Family Chalets

bedrooms have boulder, cement and rock walls, and roofs of rough mopane branches. Hot water is supplied by wood-burning 'donkey' boilers.

Mowani Mountain Camp – 13 Luxury Tents and 2 Suites; Camp Kipwe – 9 rooms and 1 Suite

For the more adventurous traveller …

This region can be accessed on a self-drive basis, or on a fly-in basis.

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Impalila Island Lodge CAPRIVI > NAMIBIA

The Caprivi Strip, uniquely Namibian Sometimes known as the Okavango Strip, this often overlooked region of Namibia offers great wildlife viewing in a lush environment on four river systems, in stark contrast to the rest of Namibia. The gateway is the town of Rundu in the east, where we recommend Hakusembe Lodge. From here you will continue east to Ndhovu Lodge on the Okavango River, near the Popa Falls.

Susuwe Island Lodge on the Kwando River and Impalila Island Lodge on the Zambezi (close to the confluence with the Chobe River) offer the chance to traverse these amazing waterways and experience a remote corner of Africa, with great big game, birdlife and superb fishing.

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Lüderitz Nest Hotel

Canyon Lodge

Bagatelle Kalahari Ranch

Casual

Rustic - Secluded

Rustic - Secluded

Situated in the coastal town of Lüderitz, the Nest

20km from the main lookout point at Fish River

Bagatelle Ranch lies on the edge of the Southern

Hotel is the ideal place from which to explore the

Canyon, Canyon Lodge is ideally situated for visits

Kalahari in the mixed tree and shrub savanna,

attractions in and around Lüderitz. These include

to the canyon in the Nama Karoo. The 25 wood

35 km north-east of Mariental, characterized by

Diaz Point, the ghost town of Kolmanskop, the

and thatch en-suite chalets are nestled between

huge red dunes. It is an ideal stopover between

forsaken mining town of Pomona or take a sailing

massive boulders. Much of the produce used in the

Windhoek (270 km) and southern Namibia.

boat (weather permitting) to Halifax Island, home

dining room is a result of the properties farm and

There are four wooden chalets built atop a sand

to more than 1200 ‘Jackass’penguins. The hotel

self-sufficiency centre. Highlights are drives to the

dune, six ‘hay bale’ chalets and four garden rooms.

offers fresh seafood in the restaurant and has

canyon edge or scenic flights over the canyon.

All rooms are en-suite. The property also has a

a swimming pool.

The lodge is approx. 320 km from Mariental

swimming pool, viewing platform, offers nature

and 600 km from Windhoek.

drives and walks and has a small cheetah sanctuary.

70 rooms and 3 suites 25 Chalets

4 Wooden Chalets; 6 Hay Bale Chalets; 4 Garden Court rooms

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Okonjima

The Wolwedans Collection

Casual - Elegant - Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Rustic - Casual - Elegant - Secluded - Nature Reserve

Okonjima, in the Omboroko Mountains in the Waterberg Plateau, is home to

These small camps are aimed at nature lovers in search of a unique desert

The AfriCat Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to long-term

experience, off the beaten track and without pretence, with varying levels of

conservation of Namibia's large carnivores, especially cheetahs and leopards.

comfort on offer. They urge you to share an amazing way of life, and the dream

A visit to Okonjima will give you an opportunity to witness some of AfriCat's

of conserving the nature they live in. The camps range from the seasonal

work. Main Camp is the original family homestead and Bush Camp, their

Dune Camp and Boulders Camp; the comfortable Dunes Lodge; the Private Camp;

luxury lodge. They also have The Villa and The Bush Suite, luxury units ideal

and the exclusive Mountain View Suite. Activities include scenic drives in open

for families or large groups, complete with their own chef, host and game-

vehicles, nature walks with resident field guides, picnics in the wild, sundowners

viewing vehicle. Other activities at the lodge include game drives, bush walks

on the dunes and hot air ballooning. Should you be pressed for time, a 3 or 4

and guided Bushman trails. Okonjima is conveniently located between

night fly-in safari, combining Wolwedans and Sossusvlei might be the answer.

Windhoek and Etosha National Park.

Main Camp – 18 rooms; Bush Camp – 8 chalets and 1 suite;

Dune Camp – 6 tents; Dunes Lodge – 9 Chalets; Boulders Camp – 4 tents;

The Bush Suite – 2 bedrooms; The Villa – 2 rooms in main villa and 2 separate suites

Private Camp (sleeps 4); Mountain View Suite (sleeps 2)

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This guided safari takes you to some of Namibia’s highlights.

Admire the deep gorges of the Fish River Canyon, climb the world’s highest dunes at Sossusvlei and discover the desert. Be enchanted by Lüderitz and Swakopmund, two charming towns on the Atlantic coast.

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Cross Etosha National Park from West to East before returning to

Experience Namibia Guided Tour

Windhoek, via the popular Africat Foundation.

Departs UK selected dates, available on request

Day 1 Departure from London Heathrow with South African Airways, via Johannesburg.

Day 2 Arrival at Windhoek International airport, where you will be met by your guide.

Take a city tour, where modern Africa blends with history. Overnight in Windhoek.

Day 3 Today drive into the red dunes of the Kalahari Desert, for an overnight.

Day 8 The journey leads once more through the Diamond Prohibited Area via Aus and Helmeringhausen. Experience the daily life of a farmer in the south, with an overnight stay at a farm.

Day 9 and 10 Travel through spectacular scenery to the Sossusvlei region, for 2 nights.

Visit Sossusvlei, a clay pan surrounded by some of the highest sand dunes in the world, and the Sesriem Canyon.

Day 11 and 12

Days 4 and 5

North to Swakopmund, a desert town with its old-world charm and relaxed

A full day’s journey through the desert to Keetmanshoop and Fish River Canyon,

atmosphere hedged by desert and sea. Morning dolphin cruise on the

the second largest in the world, for a 2 night stay. View the spectacular canyon

Walvis Bay Lagoon.

from various vantage points.

Day 13 and 14

Days 6 and 7

Continue to Henties Bay, and the seal colony at Cape Cross, then Skeleton Coast

Via the historic village of Aus, through the Prohibited Diamond Area, to Lüderitz.

Park to inspect a shipwreck, to the Damaraland highlands. Enjoy a full day tour

Visit Kolmanskop, a diamond boom era ghost town abandoned over 40 years ago.

in open 4 x 4 game-viewing vehicles into a private concession area, in search of desert elephants and the threatened black rhino.

Day 15, 16 and 17 To Etosha National Park. At the heart of the park is the Etosha Pan, a vast dry shallow depression. Spend these days discovering the mysteries of the African bush in Etosha National Park, doing game drives in the park, and visiting the waterholes that attract a large diversity of animal and bird species.

Day 18 Continue to Okonjima Lodge, home of the Africat Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation and protection of Namibian wild cats, in particular leopard and cheetah, staying 2 nights.

Day 19 Return to Windhoek, in time for your return overnight flight, via Johannesburg.

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Southern Self-Drive

This short self-drive itinerary is an ideal stopover on your way to or from South Africa, or can be combined with the Northern self-drive itinerary to create the Highlights of Namibia. It combines the worlds highest sand dunes & the adventure and ocean at Swakopmund

Day 6 Head back to Windhoek today and drop your car, before continuing your journey. Or head up to Damaraland, the first stop on the Northern self-drive to make the Namibia Highlights self-drive.

Day 1 On arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport you will collect your vehicle at the AVIS desk. A 45-minute drive will take you to Windhoek city centre for an overnight stay at Olive Grove Guesthouse. Our local representative will meet you to give you your full documentation and debriefing. You will have the afternoon at leisure to laze around the pool or do some sightseeing around Windhoek.

Day 2-3 After breakfast travel south, passing through the small town of Rehoboth.

You will reach Solitaire and then Sesriem after which you will then reach your lodge, for a 2-night stay. From here enjoy the activities available on your chosen property or take an excursion to the world famous sand dunes at nearby Sossusvlei in the Namib Naukluft Park. On the standard itinerary stay at the Desert Homestead, and on the superior itinerary stay at Kulala Desert Lodge.

Day 4-5 This morning after breakfast head north past the Naukluft Mountains, through Solitaire, over two passes, towards Walvis Bay. Carry on along the coastline to your final destination, Swakopmund, Namibia’s most popular holiday destination. Optional activities include dolphin cruises, a flight over the skeleton coast or other adventure activities. Your 2-night stay is at the Central Guesthouse on the standard itinerary and at the Hotel Zum Kaiser.

Try the Deep South ‌ For an extended visit to the south of Namibia you could include the following additional stops, between Day 1 and day 2 on the current itinerary.

Kalahari Bagatelle Ranch for a Kalahari experience; Canon Lodge to see Fish River Canyon, the 2nd largest canyon in the world; The Nest Hotel at Luderitz.

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Northern Self-Drive NAMIBIA

Search for desert adapted elephants, see the Twyfelfontein rock engravings, view the animals in Etosha and admire the conservation work at Okonjima. When combined with the Southern self-drive this creates the fantastic Highlights of Namibia.

Day 1-3 Today you will arrive at either Camp Kipwe (standard itinerary) or Mowani Mountain Camp (superior itinerary) where you will stay for 3 nights.

The rest of the day is at leisure. Both lodges are situated within the Twyfelfontein Conservancy and conveniently close to Twyfelfontein, the Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes. Both boast magnificent desert scenery, a unique variety of desert flora and fauna and fascinating geological formations.

Day 4-7 After breakfast travel through Khorixas and then Outjo and then even further north. Here you will find Ongava Game Reserve where you will spend 2 nights.

Ongava Private Game Reserve is situated at the Okaukuejo/Ombika Gate of the Etosha National Park. Walking trails and game drives are offered in the 75 000 hectare reserve and game viewing excursions into Etosha National Park can be arranged on request.

After Ongava you will spend an amazing day driving through Etosha National Park (Ongava will give you a packed lunch – own expense) and pass through the Von Lindequist Gate where you will find your lodge just outside the park.

Stay at the Mushara Collection lodges for 2 nights. Activities at the lodges include nature walks and game drives into the park.

Day 8-9 After breakfast you will be on the road again, travelling south. You will pass through Tsumeb and then Otjiwarongo. Just outside Otjiwarongo you will find Okonjima Lodge where you will spend 2 nights. Okonjima is home to the AfriCat Foundation, which aims to conserve and protect threatened wild cat species such as cheetah and leopard.

Guests have the opportunity to see the programme at work and learn more about these beautiful animals.

Day 10 Head back to Windhoek today and drop your car, before continuing your journey.

Mix and match for the perfect itinerary This itinerary is based upon commencement from Swakopmund.

If starting in Windhoek it is advisable to have an overnight stop between Windhoek and Twyfelfontein. Other options include combining this itinerary with either of the southern self-drive itineraries; extending your stay in the Damaraland region or at Okonjima to see more of this worthwhile project.

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L E T U S G U I D E YO U

B OT SWA N A

Botswana Africa’s finest, naturally

‘Botswana's story is one of immense success.

Some say it is unrivalled in Africa. In fact, so successful has the social, political and economic development been that you will often hear the country referred to as the Switzerland of Africa’.

Ian Michler The Insider's Guide to Botswana Struik Publishing isbn 1 86872 996 6

Botswana is one of the true, remaining wilderness areas in Africa. 35% of the country is dedicated to conservation and Botswana has the 2nd largest area (in % terms) allocated to nature, of any country in the world. This is a country committed to conserving its abundant wildlife.

It is also home to one of Africa’s great natural attractions – the Okavango Delta, a wetland within a desert, getting its waters from rain falling in central Africa over 1000km away, and sustaining a huge diversity of wildlife.

But there is much more to Botswana. Chobe National Park (incorporating Savute) is renowned for its predator and Elephant populations; Moremi Game Reserve has an amazing variety of wildlife; the Tuli Block offers great game viewing, archeological and conservation projects and easy access from South Africa; and the Boteti River on the western boundary of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park encompasses cultural and wilderness experiences.

The best time to visit the country is April–October (the dry season), with highest rainfall December– February (mid-summer) and the other months being the ‘in-between’ months.

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Camp Okavango Camp Okavango is situated on the remote

The tents are on raised teak platforms with private

Nxaragha Island in the heart of the permanent

sundecks, and the honeymoon suite is for those

Okavango Delta and is the ideal base from which

guests looking for added exclusivity and privacy.

to discover the secrets of this wetland eco-system.

Cool down in the plunge pool or enjoy stunning

Camp Okavango is a traditional safari camp

views of the tranquil floodplains from the elevated

accommodating guests in eleven en-suite East African

observation platform.

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Elegant - Game Lodge

style tents and one thatched honeymoon suite.

11 tents & 1 reed/thatch Okavango Suite

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Xugana Island Lodge Elegant - Game Lodge

Game viewing activities are conducted by experienced guides and include exploring the Okavango Delta by canoe, river craft or on foot. Seasonal angling and fishing is available.

From its position on an island, the lodge overlooks one of the most spectacular permanent water sites in the Okavango Delta. Meals are served in the open boma or al fresco dining area facing the pristine waters of the Delta. The lounge, bar and dining areas are set under a canopy of fig and leadwood trees and the swimming pool in the gardens in the center of the island. The recently refurbished raised and shaded reed and thatch chalets each have a private deck and lagoon view.

8 reed/thatch chalets

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Camp Moremi

Game viewing activities are conducted

Elegant - Game Lodge

water-based activities and game drives

by experienced guides and include in open 4x4 vehicles.

This elegant lodge within the Moremi Game Reserve is situated on the Xakanaxa Lagoon in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Colonial in style, Camp Moremi accommodates guests in East African style tents, each with en-suite facilities. The lodge has a swimming pool, sundeck, observation platform, cocktail bar, covered boma, wildlife reference library and main lounge – it’s a perfect place to share your day’s adventures, in considerable comfort. Moremi Game Reserve has one of the most diverse habitat and animal populations in Botswana, so there should be plenty to talk about!

11 Luxury tents

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Leroo La Tau

Xakanaxa Camp

Elegant - Game Lodge

Casual - Game Lodge

Leroo La Tau is situated on the banks of the Boteti River in the Makgadikgadi

Located in the Moremi Game Reserve which lies within the Okavango Delta,

Pans National Park. The raised main lodge area and swimming pool offer

this is one of the original authentic bush camps. With an idyllic location on

guests the opportunity to sit back and relax while listening to the variety

the banks of the Khwai River overlooking the Xakanaxa Lagoon, the camp

of sights and sounds so characteristic of the African bush, with herds of zebra

provides guests with a year round land and water game viewing experience.

and wildebeest often seen around the lodge grounds and the waterhole.

The Meru-style classic safari tents are raised on decks, are tastefully

The camp comprises twelve luxury thatched and glass en-suite chalets,

furnished and have en-suite facilities and a private viewing deck. Xakanaxa's

each on a raised wooden deck. Day and night game drives yield sightings

elevated and thatched lodge area, fire deck and plunge pool provide a restful

of lions and many other predators, crocodiles, elephants and even hippo.

sanctuary with magnificent lagoon views.

Access is via road from Maun or by light aircraft.

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Chobe Game Lodge

Chobe Savanna Lodge

Elegant - Game Lodge

Elegant - Game Lodge

The only permanent game lodge within Chobe National Park, Chobe Game

Situated in the East Caprivi area of Namibia, just over the border from

Lodge is set on the banks of the perennial Chobe River, overlooking the fertile

Botswana, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the

floodplains of Namibia. Each of the air-conditioned river-facing rooms has

Puku Flats. The emphasis is on appreciating the beauty of the area and

a private terrace or balcony, and in addition the four luxury suites have

getting away from it all, although there are many activities available including

private plunge pools and sundeck. Home to an estimated 45 000 Elephants,

a visit to one of the remote villages to see first-hand the traditions and culture

Chobe National Park is one of the best places in Africa to see these

of the local people. The spacious air-conditioned thatched chalets have a

magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, and in large numbers.

contemporary African theme, and each have a private deck. Local staff

Overlooking the river, Chobe Game Lodge offers great game viewing

perform traditional dancing in the open boma, and there is a swimming

opportunities without having to leave the confines of the lodge.

pool set in the gardens. Fishing is available at Chobe Savanna Lodge.

42 standard rooms; 1 family room; 4 suites

12 thatched chalets, 4 of which are inter-leading for families

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Savute Safari Lodge Elegant - Game Lodge Savute Safari Lodge offers an exclusive safari experience in the renowned Savute Channel/Marsh area of Chobe National Park. Tasteful, contemporary style Safari Suites are spacious with large glass sliding doors and private viewing decks. The lounge, library and cocktail bar are in the spectacular thatch and timber main building, which has an upper-level viewing deck to watch the African sunsets. Game viewing is excellent year round.

Dry season game viewing concentrates on Savute’s resident bull elephants, lion and much more. The summer rains bring migrating zebra and wildebeest, and swell Savute’s already prolific bird-life.

12 Suites

Game viewing activities are conducted by experienced guides and include game drives in open 4x4 vehicles (not Chobe Savanna) and by boat (Chobe Savanna).

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Chief's Camp

Baines Camp

Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Located in the Mombo Concession, a region known as the ‘predator capital’,

Baines Camp, named after a 19th century explorer, is located in the southern

is the exclusive Chief’s Camp, with expansive views over the Okavango

Okavango Delta region in a private concession that borders the Moremi Game

floodplains. Each secluded and spacious bush pavilion has indoor and outdoor

Reserve. The canvas and thatched elevated tented suites feature a luxury

showers, four poster bed and private reed-covered game viewing deck.

bedroom with a mosquito net draped four poster ‘sky-bed’ that can easily be

The central camp deck is split into two levels offering views over the floodplains,

rolled onto your private deck for a night under the stars, and en-suite facilities

and the swimming pool and sun loungers. Chief’s Camp has a treatment

with a ‘star bath’ on the deck. Activities from Baines Camp include 4x4 game

room with a selection of treatments. Activities from Chief’s Camp include

drives, mokoro and motorized boating excursions, guided walking safaris and

game drives in the early morning and afternoon and mokoro safaris

the ‘Living with Elephants’ interaction (additional charge).

(subject to water levels).

5 Suites

12 Bush Pavilions

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Stanley's Camp

Chobe Chilwero

Elegant - Game Lodge

Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Located in the Okavango Delta, on the southern tip of Chief’s Island,

A chic safari lodge, Chobe Chilwero borders Chobe National Park in northern

is Stanley’s Camp, with views over the surrounding seasonal floodplains

Botswana. The 15 air-conditioned luxury guest cottages all command fabulous

(floodwaters usually arriving around June). The en-suite tents are raised on

views. Every room is allocated a preloaded iPad for guests personal use during

wooden platforms, opening onto a private wooden deck with a hammock.

their stay. The main public area has shaded outdoor viewing patios. There is a

There is a swimming pool and complimentary WiFi in the main camp areas.

full Spa offering a range of treatments, including a treatment room elevated in

At Stanley’s activities include 4x4 game drives, mokoro (canoe) excursions

the treetops. The lodge also boasts a split level swimming pool. Activities from

(subject to water levels) and walking safaris. The elephant interaction

Chobe Chilwero include game drives within Chobe National Park and river

activity is highly recommended (pre-booking advisable and additional cost).

cruises in specially adapted motorboats.

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Botswana Highlights The classic Botswana safari

Day 1-2 Your adventure will start in Kasane, easily accessible by road from Victoria Falls in 1½-2 hours. A light aircraft transfer (approx. 40 minutes) will take you to the Savute area of Chobe National Park. Savute Safari Lodge is known for its excellent predator viewing and large herds of elephant, and your stay here is 2 nights.

Day 3-4 Another light aircraft transfer today, with amazing views of the landscape en route, will take you into the heart of the Okavango Delta and Xugana Island Lodge for a 2-night stay. The Okavango Delta is a unique system of inland waterways and a highlight of any visit to Botswana. Guided activities from this permanent water site are by canoe, river boat or on foot.

Fishing is also available in season.

Day 5-6 After another light aircraft transfer you will be at Camp Moremi on the Xakanaxa Lagoon for a further 2-night stay. The Moremi Game Reserve has

Other options …

one of the most diverse habitat and animal populations in Botswana, so your

This itinerary can start or finish in Maun

game viewing activities by river powerboat and in open 4x4 vehicles, should

or Kasane and can operate in either direction.

be both varied and exciting.

It is also just a suggestion and can be extended, or if you

Day 7 After a final day on safari it is time to bid farewell to this special country and one final light aircraft transfer will take you to Kasane or Maun, for your onward journey.

are tighter on time you could combine just two camps and areas.

There are plenty of options so please don’t hesitate to contact us for a detailed quotation and advice

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B OT SWA N A

Luxury Accommodated Mobile Safari 10 night guided safari

This outstanding mobile safari gives you an opportunity to gain an insight into areas and wildlife not necessarily available on a typical fly-in safari, whilst still enjoying the comfort of luxurious lodges within Botswana’s game reserves and national parks.

Day 1-2 On arrival at Livingstone airport, you will be met and transferred to Chobe Game Lodge, where you will meet your guide who will brief you on the various aspects of the safari. Spend the next two nights at Chobe Game Lodge.

Chobe National Park is famous for its huge herds of elephant and buffalo.

Day 2–4 Depart Chobe Game Lodge in your specially equipped safari vehicle for the Savute area of the Chobe National Park. The day is spent travelling to Savute Safari Lodge, stopping in the shade of a large tree en-route for lunch.

The Lodge, where you will stay for two nights, is in an area renowned for its population of bull elephant and resident predator species.

Day 5-6 Head south to the Moremi Game Reserve, crossing the Khwai River bridge.

Moremi Game Reserve is renowned for its dramatic scenery and abundant wildlife. Drive through Xaxanaka, considered one of the most beautiful areas in the reserve. Located on the edge of the permanent waters of the Okavango Delta, this area is rich in plant and animal species.

Day 7–8 Depart by boat into the heart of the Okavango Delta journeying through the channels and lagoons of the delta. For the next two days, at Camp Okavango, you will experience the incredible diversity of this water wilderness ecosystem.

Explore the waterways by boat and the islands on guided walking safaris.

Day 9-10 Take a light aircraft flight over the Okavango Delta to the desert location of Leroo La Tau, situated on the western boundary of Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. The park, populated by up to 30,000 zebra and wildebeest closely accompanied by predators, offers you the chance to experience large concentrations of game and the resultant predator interaction.

Day 11 After a morning activity and breakfast, you will bid farewell to your guide and be transferred from Leroo La Tau to Maun Airport for your onward arrangements.

About the transport …

The customised Land Rover safari vehicle you will travel in has comfortable canvas bucket seats, with safety belts, that offer unrestricted ‘theatre style’ viewing for all. An auxiliary battery system with fridge and three power points for charging camera batteries, has been installed. The fridge is stocked with cold drinks, water, fruit juices, beer, wine and local brand spirits throughout your journey. The vehicle is also equipped with directors chairs, a table and hammocks which enable you to relax and enjoy lunch on the travelling days.

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Full Service Tented Mobile Safari B OT SWA N A

9 night en-suite Dome Tented Safari

Day 1 Overnight flight with South African Airways from Heathrow to Johannesburg.

Days 2-4 Connect with an Air Botswana flight to Maun, and on arrival you will be met for your charter flight to the Moremi Game Reserve where you will be met by your guide. Your first three nights are spent in the Xakanaxa region, exploring the surrounding wilderness on morning and afternoon game drives.

Moremi lies on the eastern extremity of the Okavango Delta. Habitats here range from wide-open floodplains, marshes, lagoons, papyrus fringed channels, vast stands of Miscanthus and Phragmites, woodland and savannah. As a result of the extremely variable habitat the diversity of both wildlife and birdlife is excellent.

Days 5-7 Following an early morning breakfast you take a slow drive through Moremi Game Reserve north-east towards the Khwai Community Area, one of the most scenic areas of the Okavango. The Khwai River forms a boundary between the reserve and the community area, spending the following three nights camping at an exclusive campsite in the community area, exploring the Khwai floodplains on game drives both during the day and at night. You will also have the opportunity to explore the surrounding wilderness on foot and enjoy an up-close and personal encounter with Botswana’s flora and fauna.

This is a genuine ‘Mecca‘ for bird enthusiasts in Botswana.

A genuine mobile safari for those looking for a more adventurous experience. Maximum group size is 9 and accommodation is in comfortable dome tents, with en-suite ‘bathroom’. There is no participation required in camp chores as this is a full service safari. This outstanding mobile safari gives you an opportunity to gain an insight into areas and wildlife not necessarily available on a typical fly-in safari.

Some FAQs: • Any extras I need to take along?

Do not leave home without a head torch, binoculars and a good attitude

Days 8-10

(the most important item). This will help you deal with the many trials

You head further north en-route to Chobe National Park, where you spend

and tribulations that travel in Africa can throw your way.

the following three nights camping in an exclusive wilderness campsite in the Savuti region, exploring the desert-like landscape on game drives.

The most challenging part of the trip is crossing the Magwikwe Sand-ridge, with a winding track through deep sand that makes for interesting travel in the early summer – a day when anything could happen! The Savuti Marsh has been the stage for many of the most dramatic wildlife documentaries in Africa, with the interaction between large prides of lion, and elephant, one of the most interesting aspects. The marsh is prime cheetah country and in the wet season it is not unusual to have the wild dog hunting in Savuti.

Day 11 On your final day on safari leave Savuti to travel along the Chobe River arriving at Chobe Safari Lodge, stopping for lunch before taking a leisurely afternoon boat cruise to end your safari. If you don’t opt to extend your stay in Chobe or Victoria Falls, you will transfer to the airport in time for your return overnight

• Is it safe in my tent?

Yes, as long as you follow the safety instructions from your guide.

• What is the minimum and maximum age accepted on safari?

The minimum age is 12 years (unless a private safari). There is no maximum age but a basic level of mobility and fitness is required.

• Can I use my mobile phone or access the internet whilst on safari?

No, but this is one of the pleasures of an authentic safari, the only sounds you hear are the sounds of Africa.

• Should I bring any money with me?

Not necessary, the mobile safari is fully inclusive, unless you wish to leave a tip for your guide and crew.

• Is laundry available whilst on safari?

The camp crew will do laundry upon request on full days in camp.

flight to Heathrow, via Johannesburg.

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ZAMBIA L E T U S G U I D E YO U

Zambia Zambia is one of the most exciting safari destinations in Africa, with a definite emphasis on walking safaris. The South Luangwa National Park is the hub for walking safaris, famous for its Ox Bow lagoons and high concentration of animal and bird species. The other major parks are the beautiful Lower Zambezi National Park, the very large and wild Kafue National Park and the remote North Luangwa National Park.

On Victoria Falls …

‘The first impression was unmistakable; immense power, the raw energy unleashed when the entire Zambezi leaps wildly into a black two kilometre wide abyss. The scale is massive, the spectacle spellbinding and perpetually changing. The falls

And then of course there is the Victoria Falls, described by the local

hiss and roar as if possessed, they rumble and

tribesman as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ - ‘the Smoke that Thunders’, in reference

crash like thunder. Vast clouds spew and billow

to the colossal columns of spray. The Victoria Falls are a spectacular

out from the seething cauldron of its dark

sight and one of the undoubted natural wonders of the world, over

impenetrable depths. The moving water creates a

a width of nearly 2 km.

magnetism that sucks you closer, so that you recoil

The Victoria Falls area is also rapidly becoming known as one of the

in horror to quench a subliminal sacrificial urge.’

‘Adventure Centres’ of Southern Africa with various adrenaline sports,

Jumbo Williams

breathtaking scenery and many other leisure options for outdoor lovers.

Zambezi, River of Africa. 1988

Some of the lodges and activities in South Luangwa are seasonal, but Zambia is a good year round safari destination offering walking, vehicular drives, boating activities, canoeing and more. It is one of the best safari experiences in Africa, with a particularly high standard of guiding. A popular combination is with Lake Malawi, often used for ‘R&R’ after a safari.

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The Falls Resort Sophisticated - Casual Zambezi Sun

Royal Livingstone Hotel

The Falls Resort is situated in the 46-hectare Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Wildlife Park, which fringes the Zambezi River, and incorporates the 3-star Zambezi Sun and the 5-star Royal Livingstone Hotel. The Zambezi Sun is located on the edge of the Eastern Cataract of the Victoria Falls.

For the traveller in search of luxury the Royal Livingstone Hotel is set in the lush riverine belt on the banks of the Zambezi River. Facilities at the resort include swimming pool, childrens club, beauty salon, and several dining options in each hotel and at the central Entertainment Centre.

The Resort incorporates an Activity Centre where advice is available on a variety of excursions and safaris.

There are nail-biting experiences ranging from water-rafting to bungee jumping, a paradise for wildlife Zambezi Sun – 212 rooms,

lovers with daily land and water safaris, and excellent angling and fly-fishing. More sedate activities

Royal Livingstone Hotel – 173 rooms

available include river cruises, safari activities, horse trails and of course a visit to the falls.

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Islands of Siankaba Elegant, Romantic

Islands of Siankaba is a unique lodge on two untouched islands in the Zambezi River, upstream from the Victoria Falls. There is a wide range of activities available, including a visit to the falls, canoeing, nature trails, a sunset cruise and a visit to a local village and school. The seven secluded chalets, each with its unique and individually different view of the river, are linked by a foot bridge to the island where you will find the bar and restaurant. An overhead walkway in the tree canopy connects the elevated chalets. Additionally the Honeymoon Suite has a private dining area overlooking the Zambezi. Since the opening of the lodge only 5 employees have been hired from outside the area.

6 Tented Chalets; 1 Honeymoon Suite

V I C T O R I A FA L L S > L O W E R Z A M B E Z I N P > S O U T H L U A N G W A N P > L A K E M A L A W I

Ultimate Zambia and Lake Malawi 14 Nights Day 1-3 Combine four exciting and very different destinations and a variety

Arrive Livingstone International Airport in Zambia where you are met for the

of activities - the mighty Victoria Falls, canoeing and fishing in the

transfer to the Islands of Siankaba. You can head to the Victoria Falls, go for a

Lower Zambezi, walking and driving safaris in the Luangwa Valley

boat cruise on the Zambezi or white water rafting, a swim in the Devil’s Pools

and swimming in the crystal clear waters of Lake Malawi -

(both seasonal activities), canoeing, a visit to the nearby local village, fishing

an unforgettable safari experience.

or lunch on a private island.

Days 4-6 Today fly to Royal Airstrip Lower Zambezi (via Lusaka) and onto Chongwe River Camp. Activities are varied with the choice between fishing, walking, day and night drives or for the more adventurous a canoe trip along one of the many channels off the Zambezi frequented by hippo and elephant.

Days 7-11 Fly to Mfuwe for the South Luangwa NP, the premier wildlife area of Zambia.

The Norman Carr Safaris camps are situated in the heart of the National Park and offer walking and 4x4 safaris. Their guides are some of the most knowledgeable in Africa.

Days 12-15 Today you will fly via Lilongwe onto Likoma Island in the midst of the crystal clear waters of Lake Malawi, and Kaya Mawa. Lake Malawi is home to a wide variety of aquatic life - the clear waters around Likoma Island are excellent for diving and snorkelling. The island itself has plenty of treats in store and you are free to explore on foot, by bicycle or on quad bikes.

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Kasaka River Lodge

Chongwe River House

Casual - Game Lodge

Sophisticated - Game Lodge

This tented camp is set on the banks of the Zambezi River, directly across from

Chongwe River House is a spectacular and unique private home. It offers

the famed Mana Pools World Heritage Site in Zimbabwe. There are 10 tented

sensational views of the dramatic mountainous escarpment of the Lower

rooms, one of which is a honeymoon suite and there is also a large family unit,

Zambezi National Park and the foreground, the magnetic river frontage.

all decorated with an African flair. This Lodge is only a few minutes by road

Sleeping eight guests in four individually decorated spacious en-suite

from the Lower Zambezi National Park, so you can enjoy pristine game viewing

bedrooms, Chongwe River House is the ideal safari base for a family or group

in this region. Relax beside the pool within the indigenous garden and take in

of friends wanting a private safari, fully serviced by a team that includes a

the ever changing views over the water.

private guide and private vehicle.

10 Tents, 'Hippo Pod' Family Unit

4 rooms

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Tsika House

Chongwe River Camp

Rustic - Game Lodge

Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Set in the middle of the Zambezi River, Tsika Island Camp is 35km upstream

Located in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi Valley bordering the Lower Zambezi

from Chongwe and the prime aim of a stay at Tsika is canoe safaris along the

National Park is one of the most established Lower Zambezi camps, Chongwe

Zambezi River, so a level of fitness is needed. Tsika Island is a community

River Camp, nestled along the river bank at the confluence of the Zambezi and

partnership project and combines the canoeing safari with an authentic

Chongwe Rivers. Chongwe River Camp has nine classic tents under thatch and

cultural experience, offering visits to the Mugurumeno Basic School and the

two private tented “suites” the Albida (two-bedroomed) and the Cassia (one

cultural village on the nearby mainland as activities. Accommodation is for six

bedroom honeymoon). Chongwe is relaxed and comfortable, with an open

guests in three rustic thatched “bush rooms”. Walking is offered (there are no

sandy campfire next to the river and a swimming pool. Activities include game

predators on the island) for close up encounters with game including elephant

viewing by vehicle in the Lower Zambezi National Park (a short drive from

and buffalo, as well as excellent birding.

camp) game viewing by boat on the Zambezi, canoeing, walking, fishing and

3 rooms

community visits (on request).

9 Tents & 2 Tented Suites

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Kapani Lodge

Chinzombo Camp

Elegant - Game Lodge

Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Meaning the ‘place of Mopane trees’ Kapani is an exclusive lodge situated

The camp is set within 60 acres of private land with Luangwa River frontage,

on the banks of one of the Luangwa River's many ox-bow lagoons.

with direct access into one of the most game rich areas of the National Park

Accommodating just 18 guests it is an ideal place from which to start your

all combining to make this a special place. With an emphasis on design

Zambian safari experience, with year-round game drives and walks offering

Chinzombo brings levels of comfort, style and elegance previously unseen to

game viewing as good as you will find anywhere in Zambia. Each of the suites

the Luangwa Valley. There are six stunning villas, one of which is a family unit,

has its own lounge with bar fridge, with overhead fans inside the walk-in

each with its own private pool, cooled sleeping areas, and massive bathroom.

mosquito nets. Weather permitting, dining is al fresco with dinner taken on

Chinzombo Camp is the perfect place from which to explore the majestic

the terrace, the deck, or by the swimming pool.

wilds of the Luangwa in style, luxury and exclusivity – all year round.

8 Standard Suites; 1 Lagoon House

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Norman Carr Safari Bush Camps

Mchenja Bush Camp

Rustic - Game Lodge

Elegant - Game Lodge

Three seasonal bush Camps, each with 4 rooms, in prime locations in the

Mchenja is set beneath a magnificent grove of Ebony trees on the banks

heart of South Luangwa National Park. Luwi (pictured above) is a remote

of the Luangwa river. The camp comprises four stylishly designed tents under

and rustic camp on the banks of a permanent lagoon - walking safaris are

thatched roofs, each with a deck in front overlooking the river and inside

the thing here (not many roads!). Nsolo is situated on a bend in the Luwi

baths/outdoor showers. There is a small pool adjacent to the bar, within the

River that runs through the park, a river system renowned for its lion

thatched main lodge. Offering bush-style luxury, Mchenja is an ideal camp to

population - this is big game viewing on foot and at its best. Safari activities

complete a walking safari, or for those guests seeking a little more comfort.

from Kakuli will usually be a mixture of game drives and walking safaris -

Excellent game viewing can be done on foot or from a vehicle, and night drives

guests decide. These rustic bush camps offer guests a true traditional

are usually very worthwhile.

walking safari and African bush experience.

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M A L AW I

Malawi The warm heart of Africa

Malawi is a land locked country south of the equator, sharing borders with

Other attractions include national parks and game reserves, beautiful

Tanzania to the north, Zambia to the west and Mozambique to the south and

mountains and plateaux and a rich cultural heritage. And of course there is

east. Its main tourism attraction is Lake Malawi, which dominates the country,

also the friendly people of Malawi, the legendary welcome is there for all who

the 'Calendar Lake' so called because it is 365 miles and 52 miles at its longest

wish to experience the combination of lake, landscape, wildlife and culture in

and widest points respectively. But there is more to Malawi than just the lake.

one of Africa's most beautiful countries.

L I KO M A I S L A N D > L A K E M A L AW I > M A L AW I

Kaya Mawa Elegant - Secluded Kaya Mawa, located on fascinating Likoma Island in Lake Malawi, was built in partnership with the local community. Stone and teak framed structures are set into a granite headland, and sandy beaches stretch in both directions.

The rooms face the lake at the foot of a rocky promontory, or have expansive lake views from the elevated bedroom and the verandahs, one is a private island. There are 2 family houses on the main beach, 2 luxury houses ideal for honeymooners, and a 4-bedroom villa.

Explore Likoma Island on foot or by bike or quad bike. The locals are very welcoming and the island culture is very accessible, including the remarkable cathedral. Excellent diving and snorkelling can be enjoyed here, as well as kayaking, windsurfing and sailing.

7 rooms, 2 family units, 2 Houses, 1 Villa

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TA N Z A N I A

Tanzania Naturally wonderful

Tanzania boasts some of the most iconic game reserves in Africa, Serengeti National Park being perhaps the most renowned.

In addition the Ngorongoro Crater floor teems with wildlife, whilst the Selous Game Reserve in the south of the country is larger than Switzerland. Lake Manyara National Park is one of the oldest in East Africa, and is famed for the tree-climbing lions.

Tarangire National Park completes the picture of the main safari areas.

When you factor in the Great Lakes of Lake Victoria and Lake Tanganyika; the annual animal migration; the Great Rift Valley; Mount Kilimanjaro; and numerous smaller parks, reserves and conservancies, Tanzania really does offer everything that the avid safari-goer and wildlife enthusiast could want.

The human population is equally as fascinating with over 120 ethnic groups in Tanzania. The tall, proud and striking red-clad Masai, who still lead a semi-nomadic lifestyle of cattle-herding, are found in northern Tanzania.

The coastline, the Swahili Coast, was a favoured stop on ancient trading routes between the Indian sub-continent and the MiddleEast, and blends African, Asian & Arabic cultures. Today it offers an exotic beach extension to your safari whether it is on the mainland coast or the fascinating islands of Mafia or Zanzibar. Traditional dhows still ply these waters.

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TA N Z A N I A

N G O R O N G O R O C R AT E R > TA N Z A N I A

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge Casual - Game Lodge This lodge is on the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's best-known wildlife arenas and has been designed to blend into the landscape - it is largely invisible from the crater floor 600 metres below. All rooms enjoy uninterrupted views over the crater, each with its own balcony, and the dining and bar area also overlook the crater below, with a broad viewing terrace. Location, location, location!

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Maramboi Tented Camp Elegant - Game Lodge

L A K E M A N YA R A N AT I O N A L PA R K > TA N Z A N I A

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge Casual - Game Lodge Standing high on the edge of an escarpment with

Maramboi Tented Camp is ideally placed to explore

panoramic views over the waters of Lake Manyara,

the ecosystems of both Tarangire and Lake Manyara

the lodge has 67 rooms and is a good base from

National Park, situated on a 25,000 hectare

which to explore Lake Manyara National Park.

communal ranch. During the wet season the

The lodge offers a good blend of wildlife and

‘pans' of this area fill with water, which attracts

relaxation. A range of adventure activities include

huge flocks of flamingoes and other water birds.

mountain biking, canoeing and forest walks,

The camp offers spacious and stylish tents,

while cultural tours of the neighbouring areas

all surrounded by timber decks.

are also offered.

26 standard rooms; 10 suites; 2 family units

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Kitela Lodge

Oliver's Camp

Elegant

Elegant - Game Lodge

Kitela Lodge is an exclusive lodge situated on top of a valley overlooking a

Located in the remote south of Tarangire National Park, Oliver’s Camp is an

coffee plantation, the Eastern wall of the Ngorongoro crater and a beautiful

exclusive tented camp offering undisturbed 4x4 safari vehicle game drives,

waterfall, affording visitors a 'non-safari' perspective on Tanzania. It consists

adventurous private fly camping and walking safaris that allow for a rare

of 20 spacious rooms in cottages built in the style of an old colonial farm

chance to stalk elephant on foot, as well as privacy and exclusivity.

offering guests a relaxing, quiet atmosphere surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Tarangire NP boasts large herds of elephants and buffalo, plus a large

Includes pool and African spa.

concentration of big cats and arguably the best bird diversity in East Africa.

20 rooms, 1 family unit

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Kati Kati Tented Camp

Sayari Camp

Casual - Game Lodge

Luxurious - Game Lodge

A permanent camp, in a mobile camp style, well located in Central Serengeti

In the majestic and very exclusive landscape of the far northern Serengeti,

to access the vast Serengeti Plains. The camp offers comfortable

Sayari Camp is one of the best, far from the tourist track. Between mid July

accommodation and a unique opportunity to enjoy a traditional safari camp

and October, the Great Migration typically visits the area and crosses the

experience. A mess tent is located in the centre of the camp where meals are

Mara River in search of good grazing, and the resident game is good year

served. The campfire is ready every evening for appetizers and snacks before

round. The 15 chic spacious tents each have a king-size bed, en-suite bathroom

dinner. 10 tents with en suite facilities.

and a private veranda. The dining area, lounge area and campfire create a perfect bush setting, with Africa as the backdrop. A very special place.

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Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Lake Masek Tented Camp

Dunia Camp

Casual - Game Lodge

Elegant - Game Lodge

Tucked between the prime wildlife areas of central

Commanding panoramic views across the

Situated just south of the Serengeti National Park

Serengeti, this lodge is centrally located in the

and northwest Ngorongoro Conservation area,

Serengeti National Park, and has been designed

known as the Ndutu Area, this is one of the best

to blend into the landscape. A series of traditional

areas for the migration from December to May

domed ‘rondavels' are spaced throughout the

and there is resident game all year round in this

grounds, and on the very edge of the ridge is a

area. The luxury tents are en-suite and built on

horizon pool looking out over the ‘endless plains'

raised wooden platforms, with a verandah from

after which the Serengeti is named.

which guests can observe the wildlife visiting Lake Masek. The camp is eco-friendly as all the

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electric power is supplied by solar panels and water is collected during the rainy season.

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and southern Serengeti, Dunia Camp, with bucket showers and solar electricity, combines elements of style and luxury with an incredible wildlife experience. The Great Migration passes through this area that is well known for its abundance of predators and the rare chance it offers to see the black rhino. The secluded and tranquil setting close to the Moru Kopjes is in one of the most exclusive and scenic parts of the Serengeti.

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S E L O U S G A M E R E S E R V E > TA N Z A N I A

TA N Z A N I A C O A S T > TA N Z A N I A

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Mivumo River Lodge

Ras Kutani

Jongomero

Elegant - Game Lodge

Elegant - Beach Resort - Romantic

Elegant - Game Lodge - Secluded

On the banks of the Rufiji River, with views down

Ras Kutani, 35 km south of Dar Es Salaam,

Jongomero Camp is set under the shade of

to Stiegler's Gorge, Mivumo River Lodge has

is set on a white sandy beach and offers a

acacia trees on the banks of the seasonal

twelve comfortable air-conditioned thatch and

tranquil hideaway, ideal for the start or finish

Jongomero River in the remote south-west sector

timber chalets, each with private viewing deck

of your holiday (or both!). The lodge is flanked

of Ruaha National Park, one of Tanzania's wildest

and plunge pool. The lodge offers the ultimate

by a fresh water lagoon adjoining a coastal forest.

and most unspoilt parks. The comfortable tents

escape to one of the world's wilderness frontiers,

Accommodation is constructed of natural, local

are situated along the edge of the sand river,

coupled with creature comforts. The spacious

materials and furnishings, in a casual but stylish

all built on raised wooden platforms and under

central dining room, lounge, library and bar all

design. The chefs pride themselves on preparing

thatched roofs giving you a private veranda.

offer excellent views.

fresh fare from the ocean.

The main lodge areas and swimming pool

12 rooms

9 Cottages, 4 Suites and a Family Unit

also offer a view of the African bush.

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Siwandu

Selous Riverside Safari Camp

Elegant - Game Lodge - Secluded

Casual - Game Lodge

Siwandu (formerly Selous Safari Camp), situated on the shores of Lake

200 km South-West of Dar Es Salaam lies the mighty Selous Game Reserve,

Nzerakera, is in one of the most attractive areas of the huge Selous Game

one of Africa’s least known yet wildest conservation areas, and at 55,000 sq km

Reserve. All tents are widely spaced along the lake shore ensuring maximum

Selous is four times larger than the Serengeti. This reserve is home to over

privacy and wonderful views. The camp is comprised of two separate areas,

1,000,000 large animals and is home to over half of Tanzania’s elephant

used according to the number of guests in camp. Each section has its own

population. The camp is about 6 km outside of the reserve, consisting of ten

swimming pool, bar and dining area and no movement between camps is

en-suite tents, equipped with comfortable beds, electricity and verandahs.

required as each has its own host, game viewing vehicles, jetty for boat safaris and walking guides.

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North Camp 6 Tents, South Camp 7 Tents

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Classic Tanzania Safari TA N Z A N I A

6 nights

One of the best safaris you will ever go on, to some of the most famous and game-rich areas of Africa.

Day 1 You will be met at Kilimanjaro airport (or Arusha lodge/hotel) by your driver/guide for the start of your safari, and transferred in your customised 4x4 safari vehicle to Maramboi Tented Camp for a 2 night stay. Maramboi Tented Camp is ideally placed Maramboi

to explore the ecosystems of both Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Park.

Day 3 Continue on to Kitela Lodge in the Karatu region, an exclusive lodge situated on top of a valley overlooking a coffee plantation, the Eastern wall of the Ngorongoro crater and a beautiful waterfall, affording visitors a different, 'non-safari' perspective on Tanzania. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is close to the Lodge and after a short drive you will reach the edge of the crater (altitude 2,300m), with stunning views. With a diameter of 19 kilometres the abundant wildlife feeds on the grazing grounds and the groundwater of the crater floor. And where there are grazers, there are predators!

Kati Kati

Day 5 Today sees you heading for the world famous (and we don’t say that lightly) Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s truly great safari destinations. Your home for the next 2 nights is Kati Kati Tented Camp, a permanent camp, in a mobile camp style. The camp is well located in Central Serengeti to access the vast Serengeti Plains, and from June to November where the greatest concentration of animals can be found. The camp offers comfortable accommodation and a unique opportunity to enjoy a traditional safari camp experience.

The Serengeti hosts the largest concentration of wildlife in the world, and is home

Kitela Lodge

to one of the great wonders of the natural world, the Great Migration. Over a million wildebeest and some 600,000 zebra move through the eco-system, with lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, wild dog and crocodiles making sure only the strongest survive. The sheer volume of numbers combined with the daily dramas of life and death make this an unforgettable experience.

Day 7 Your safari ends today with an onward light aircraft flight from the Serengeti.

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This is a sample itinerary, albeit our most popular in Tanzania. There are many variations on the same theme - longer, shorter, group departures, super luxury, fly-ins - the options are myriad so please contact us for your tailor-made quote.

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Southern Tanzania is still relatively unknown on the safari circuit yet

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offers some of the very best safari country in Africa. The Selous Reserve

Southern Tanzania

and Ruaha National Park are large & quite wild, great if you don’t want to see too many other vehicles. In true modern-day safari tradition you

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will finish with a few days on the beach, unspoilt Tanzanian-style.

Mafia Island is an alternative beach extension, very laid back and traditional, so please contact us for your tailor-made quote.

Day 1 A light aircraft flight this morning from Dar-es-Salaam to Ruaha National Park, the largest National Park in Tanzania.

For those looking for a genuine African wilderness experience, Ruaha National Park will satisfy your urges. 3 nights at Jongomero.

Day 4 Another light aircraft flight, to the mighty Selous Game Reserve.

At approximately 50,000 sq km Selous is almost twice the size of Belgium, and if you include the Selous ecosystem as a whole, which is made up of a few conservation areas, the area covers over 90,000 sq km of wilderness. To put it another way, that’s only 30% smaller than England. I think you get what we are trying to say – it’s big!

Day 7 Fly to the Tanzanian Coast today and Ras Kutani, an idyllic beach getaway on the Indian Ocean. Well-appointed bandas (posh beach huts) are scattered in the coastal forest adjacent to long stretches of pristine beach and the inviting ocean. After the excitement and action of your safari you can spend the next 3 nights/4 days at Ras Kutani reflecting on your adventure.

Day 10 Ras Kutani Jongomero Camp

Back to Dar-es-Salaam for your onward journey.

Selous Private Camp

Ras Kutani

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Breezes Beach Club and Spa

Baraza Resort and Spa and The Palms Zanzibar

Elegant On the South East coast of the island Breezes is a popular independent hotel, on a wonderful stretch of tidal beach, with good facilities and it retains a personal feel and plenty of atmosphere. The pleasant air-conditioned rooms and suites are furnished in a relaxed Zanzibar style, each with a terrace or balcony. Facilities include a spa, gym, swimming pool, tennis court, good watersports facilities and one of the best dive schools on Zanzibar.

There is a choice of restaurants and bars.

70 rooms

Sophisticated With just 30 villas, Baraza Resort is a luxury fully inclusive resort close to The Breezes Beach Club, ideal for both couples and families. The spacious villas feature luxury interiors, beautiful fabrics, hand carved furniture and brass lanterns, large bathrooms with luxury fittings as well as a spacious terrace and private plunge pool. The Palms is an exclusive and small couples only resort with just six villas, adjacent to The Breezes, for those guests looking for peace and quiet. There are spas at both resorts, and guests at The Palms can use all of the facilities at The Breezes.

Baraza Resort – 14 one-bedroom villas and 16 two-bedroom villas; The Palms – 6 one-bedroom villas

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Zanzibar Serena Hotel

The Z Hotel

Elegant

Elegant

The Serena Hotel is an authentic Swahili style hotel, and arguably the best hotel in Stone Town, the ‘old town’ in Zanzibar City. It has a wonderful oceanfront location and great views from the pool terrace, rooftop and main restaurants. The light and airy well-equipped rooms are decorated in typical Swahili/Zanzibar style, each with a balcony, the suites and prime rooms with amazing views and added comfort. When not exploring fascinating Stone Town spend a day at the exclusive Serena Beach Club in the north of the island. The dining options are varied and the hotel is great for families.

41 Standard rooms; 6 Prime rooms; 4 Suites

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This 35 room boutique hotel located on the lively northern tip of the Island combines contemporary features and traditional Zanzibar design.

The beach in front of the hotel has powder white sand and is great for swimming. The hotel offers à la carte, alfresco dining in the main restaurant ‘Saruche’, along with Asian-fusion tapas and sharing platters in ‘Cinnamon’, the cocktail bar. Each bedroom has floor to ceiling glass doors which lead onto a balcony with views over the gardens out to sea. The hotel has a ‘mini-spa’ offering a selection of health and beauty treatments.

35 rooms

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Pongwe Beach Hotel

Kasha Boutique Hotel

Casual

Elegant

Pongwe is an unpretentious, well run, good value for money and authentic

This intimate beach lodge is positioned above a coral cliff with beautiful

African beach lodge on the east coast of the island, set in pleasant grounds

ocean views and boasts a lovely pool area with bar, restaurant and Shisha

and bordering a lovely sandy beach and the ocean. The 20 cottages at Pongwe

bar as well as just 11 luxurious and spacious open-plan villas, incorporating

are all built in traditional Zanzibari style with thatched roofs, white-washed

the best of Zanzibar style. During low tide the small sandy beach below the

walls, walk-in shower and handcrafted local furniture. Most of the rooms have

low cliffs is accessible by stairs – at high tide the sea comes right in and the

a sea view, all have a terrace. The food is good, serving a blend of seafood, local

sand is submerged, but a 5 minute walk will take you to a neighbouring cove

dishes and international fare. The infinity pool, with pleasant deck, is a great

where there is always white sand no matter the level of the tide.

spot to enjoy a cool drink and enjoy the view.

11 Villas

20 rooms

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Dream of Zanzibar Resort

Sandies Mapenzi Beach

Elegant

Casual

Located on the east coast of Zanzibar, Dream of Zanzibar is a large, first-class,

This all inclusive hotel is in a prime location and has the vague feel of a large

all-inclusive resort on the beach front at Pwani Machangani, combining

beach lodge rather than a resort hotel. There are 87 comfortable rooms,

a traditional Zanzibar style with modern hotel amenities and facilities.

some overlooking the garden & higher category rooms are closer to the beach,

The 5 Restaurants offer guests a variety of dining options and the 3 bars

all set in pleasant grounds. Stretch out on a sun bed, relax in the pool or

are relaxing environments to enjoy refreshing drinks and cocktails.

enjoy one of the activities or water sports offered by the local animation team.

Additional facilities include the Mvua African Rain Spa, an indoor gym,

Dining facilities include a main buffet restaurant, a beach pizzeria, an a la carte

a water sports centre and a multisport court.

restaurant and 2 bars offering refreshing drinks and snacks, and cocktails in the evening.

104 Deluxe rooms, 50 Junior Suites, 3 Beach Villas 87 rooms

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Fundu Lagoon

Emerson & Greeen

Casual - Secluded

Casual

Fundu Lagoon is a funky and upmarket, yet casual, beach lodge located

Emerson & Green is one of Stonetown's earlier hotels and was originally

on the southwest of the island of Pemba, in the Zanzibar Archipelago.

a wealthy merchants residence, that has been restored to its former glory.

It is very different from Zanzibar's main island (Unguja), with only a few

24 guestrooms are all (except one) equipped with large stone bathtubs, ceiling

places to stay and a real feeling of peace and quiet. 18 thatch and canvas

fans, some rooms have air-conditioning and all have a traditional Swahili style.

rooms and suites (some with private plunge pools) are all comfortably

The Tower Top (rooftop) restaurant has panoramic views of Stone Town and

furnished. A stay at Fundu Lagoon is about experiencing this largely

the Indian Ocean, and is a perfect spot to watch the sun set. This place is

untouched, laid-back and beautiful island.

a real Zanzibar institution, with lots of stairs!

18 rooms & suites

24 rooms

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Matemwe Elegant - Sophisticated Matemwe lies perched on a coral rock, surrounded by the best beaches and right opposite the Mnemba Atoll, which offers spectacular diving and snorkelling. Matemwe Lodge consists of 12 bungalows, built from local materials and surrounded by lush garden. Each suite has a private veranda with a hammock and couch, overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Matemwe Retreat consists of 4 private villas, each with views of the ocean.

Matemwe Beach House is a 3-bedroom beach house just metres from the beach, within its own walled garden, and looks out over the plunge pool to the beach and sea beyond. Three great options, at a genuine beach lodge, in a great location - casual African beach chic at its best.

Matemwe Lodge - 12 rooms, Matemwe Retreat - 4 Villas, Matemwe Beach House - exclusive use villa

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The Residence Zanzibar

Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel

Sophisticated

Elegant

Every one of the 66 stand-alone contemporary villas at The Residence Zanzibar

On the northernmost peninsula of Zanzibar Island, Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel

is stylishly furnished, each with a private deck overlooking a well-sized private

is a cluster of traditional white-washed and palm thatched cottages in lush

swimming pool, with wicker chairs and day beds to relax and enjoy the views,

tropical gardens overlooking one of the best beaches on Zanzibar, and the

great for those guests seeking seclusion. Bicycles are also provided with each

tidal Indian Ocean (the tide goes out as well as in!). Infused with the laid-

villa to explore the gardens and local area. On a mile long beach, The Residence

back spirit of Zanzibar, this is a great place to relax and enjoy all that this

offers varied dining opportunities, a pleasant main pool area that looks out

extraordinary island has to offer. Accommodation at Ras Nungwi is in either

towards the ocean, and a modern and peaceful spa. Complimentary activities

chalets or lodge rooms, each air-conditioned and with a private balcony.

including sailing, kayaking, tennis and snorkelling, and children are well

The superior and deluxe rooms are located closest to the sea.

catered for with a daily club.

The Ocean Suite & the Owners Villa (3 bedrooms) are available

66 One & Two bedroom Villas

for those looking for extra privacy and comforts.

32 rooms, 1 suite, Owners Villa

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Essque Zalu

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa

Sophisticated

Elegant

Essque Zalu is one of Zanzibar's genuine chic resorts. There are 40 one

Situated on a fine beach, most of the spacious rooms at the Bluebay Beach

bedroom suites, styled with local materials and crafts, each offering views

Resort have a view of the sea, are decorated in Swahili style and will

over the tropical grounds or the ocean from the terrace or balcony. For families

accommodate up to 2 children under 16 with their parents, or in

& those in need of extra space there are 9 spacious three & four bedroom villas,

interconnecting rooms. The 2 Sultan Suites are virtually on the beach, have

each with a private swimming pool. There are 3 restaurants, a cafĂŠ, 2 bars, and

enormous double beds, and are ideal for honeymoon couples. With 1,000+

an in-suite dining facility. Good watersport and leisure activities are on offer as

palm trees planted in the gardens, there is plenty of shade for lying around the

well as an outdoor gym and a spa. There is a full children's programme run

pool! There are good leisure facilities and a choice of dining options, kids club,

3 times each day (included) and a full babysitting/child-minding service.

a spa and a scuba diving centre. This is a good independently owned 4-star

40 Suites & 9 x 3 and 4 bedroom villas Villas

resort, with a nice 'feel' to it.

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‘Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one's lifetime’.

Kenya K E N YA

the birthplace of Safari

Mark Twain

Kenya is the birthplace of the modern safari, the word safari means 'journey' in Swahili. And the Masai Mara is quite simply one of the best known game reserves in Africa, and not without good reason.

This is classic big game country, rich with natures most feared predators. Other game reserves and National Parks in Kenya (over 40 in total) such as Amboseli, Samburu and Tsavo mean that parks, reserves and private conservancies account for 10% of Kenya's surface, spanning desert, grasslands and dense mountain forest.

But there is more to Kenya than just a 'regular' safari (if there is such a thing!). The various lakes afford an opportunity to see amazing birdlife, and also a traditional way of life for local fishermen on Lake Victoria. It is possible to combine wildlife with camel, horse and bicycle safaris in the Laikipia Plateau region. Walking, mobile and lower-budget adventure safaris are available throughout.

Kenya has a great range of experiences for everyone.

The Kenyan coastline offers an exotic beach extension to your safari, with some beautiful beaches and some good quality hotels. Watamu, north of Mombasa near Malindi, is one of Kenya's finest beaches and the site of a Marine National Park offering excellent snorkelling and scuba diving. South of Mombasa is Diani beach, 10km of soft, white sand. The further north and south from Mombasa, the more remote and authentic it becomes, so a little extra effort and expense is well rewarded.

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'must see'. The river crossings are spectacular,

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The annual migration in East Africa is a safari

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but simply witnessing thousands of animals on the plains, with the attendant predators, is a sight in itself – and a year round event.

The migration is relatively predictable, but of

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course dependent on weather conditions.

1. January to March The southern Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Conservation area in northern Tanzania are home to giant herds of wildebeest, zebra and other antelope (calving season).

2. April to June (rainy season April/May) The herds migrate west and north to the grassier plains and woodland of the Serengeti’s western Corridor in Tanzania.

3. July to August The herds reach the Grumeti River in Tanzania, the first of the dramatic river crossings. Before they get to the lush plains of the Masai Mara in Kenya, they have to make another crossing, across the Mara River.

4. September to October The Mara plains in Kenya teem with large herds.

5. November to December The herds begin their long trek back down to the Serengeti plains in Tanzania.

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Ilkeliani Camp

Entim Camp

Casual - Game Lodge

Elegant - Game Lodge

Ilkeliani is an eco-friendly camp, centrally located near the Masai Mara Reserve.

Situated in the heart of Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara Game Reserve Entim

The camp environs have been preserved, to retain as natural an environment

Camp is right in the middle of some of the very best game-viewing areas in

as possible (no manicured lawns here). Each ensuite tent is positioned on the

Africa. With only 10 tastefully furnished and well-equipped ensuite tents,

edge of the Talek River looking out onto the plains of the Masai Mara,

this stylish camp is small and traditional. There is a cosy lounge area with

accessible via a private footbridge where you join your safari vehicle. Lighting

a small library, separate bar and dining area, which is open-fronted allowing

in guest tents is provided by solar power. The bar, lounge and dining tents

guests to watch the animals move to and from the river to drink and forage

are lit by the parafin lamps - this is a traditional safari experience.

for their food.

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Ngerende Island Lodge Sophisticated - Game Lodge Ngerende Island Lodge is an elegant lodge situated on an oxbow in the Mara River, on a private conservancy, surrounded by water on almost all sides. The well-spaced and spacious contemporary styled tented suites are set on raised platforms, with private terraces.

All suites have an open fireplace, bathroom with massage shower and a separate open air bath. There is an infinity swimming pool and a spa offering a range of pampering treatments including aromatherapy and massage.

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Entumoto Safari Camp

Mahali Mzuri

Elegant - Game Lodge

Sophisticated - Game Lodge

Entumoto Camp is located on the eastern boundary of the Masai Mara Reserve,

Mahali Mzuri, Sir Richard Branson’s tented camp in the Masai Mara ecosystem,

set high on an escarpment. The tents at this comfortable and stylish camp

is located in the 13 500 hectare Motorogi/Olare Orok Conservancies. There are

have been located for total privacy, each boasting a deck, 4 of which are

12 unique and visually striking luxury tented suites, each on a raised platform

family units with a lounge area and two bedrooms (and two bathrooms).

with a large deck with views over the landscape. The central Main Tent features

Entumoto Safari Camp offers a wide variety of activities suitable for guest of

a lounge area and large deck, iPads for guest use, a games console and a

all ages to enjoy, including nature walks lead by local Masai warriors. Or if you

TV/DVD player for those who wish to keep in touch with the rest of the world.

just want to sit back and relax, why not take a dip in the lovely swimming pool.

Or just spot game from the 12 metre infinity pool.

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Porini Safari Camps Elegant K E N YA

The 5 Porini Safari Camps offer visitors the experience of staying in small, quality safari camps in wildlife conservancies in some of the finest big game areas in Africa, without the crowds. Walk with Masai warriors, take game drives (day and night) in open-sided 4x4 safari vehicles with expert safari guides, for the best wildlife safari viewing, in exclusive wilderness areas.

All the camps are run on environmentally sound principles, with no permanent structures, solar-generated electricity and water heated with sustainable charcoal briquettes. The traditional safari tents are comfortably furnished with private bathrooms. All game activities are included in the price as are all meals and drinks.

Three of the camps are in conservancies in the Mara eco-system, bordering the Masai Mara Game Reserve (Porini Mara and Porini Lion and the seasonal Porini Bush), one is in the huge Ol Pejeta Conservancy near Mount Kenya (Porini Rhino) and one in the Selenkay Conservancy adjacent to Amboseli National Park (Porini Amboseli), overlooking Mount Kilimanjaro.

The Amboseli and Masai Mara conservancies are owned by the local Masai communities, and the camps are operated and managed with the objective of creating income and providing benefits for the local people so that they can gain from participating in tourism.

Porini Amboseli Camp – 9 tents; Porini Mara Camp – 6 tents; Porini Lion Camp – 10 tents; Porini Rhino Camp – 6 tents reed/thatch chalets; Porini Bush Camp – 8 tents Porini Mara M A S A I M A R A G A M E R E S E R V E > K E N YA

Governors Camps Masai Mara Casual - Elegant In the quieter North Western section of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, staying in one of the Governors’ Camp properties puts you right in the heart of the action. Created in 1972 the Governors Camps in the Masai Mara have been setting the benchmark for nearly 40 years in classical tented safaris, offering attentive personal service.

The Main Camp is the original, and offers good value for money in a wonderful setting; Little Governors Camp is for those looking for total peace and quiet; Il Moran is perfect for those guests looking for a little more luxury; and Governors Private Camp is ideal for families or groups wanting total exclusivity.

Governors Camp – 37 tents; Little Governors Camp – 17 tents; Il Moran Camp 10 tents; Governors Private Camp – min 4, max 16 guests Main Camp

Il Moran

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Kenya Escapes Safari K E N YA

7 nights

A classic big game safari, with game drives in 4x4 safari vehicles (not vans), and an expert guide throughout.Exclusive wilderness areas and the most famous wildlife reserve in Kenya, excellent for lion and cheetah. It couldn’t be any more classic!

Day 1 You’ll be met on arrival at Nairobi International Airport and transferred to the Southern Sun Mayfair hotel for an overnight.

Day 2-3 After breakfast depart Nairobi and head north to Samburu National Reserve – checking in to Elephant Bedroom Camp for 2 nights. This exclusive camp of 12 luxury tents has a lovely setting within the reserve, on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro river surrounded by doum palms and indigenous trees and shrubs. After an afternoon game drive stop for drinks at a scenic point to watch the sun go down over the African wilderness. The following day enjoy morning and afternoon game drives to explore Samburu National Reserve and the animals for which Samburu is noted such as the endangered Grevy’s Zebra and the Reticulated Giraffe.

Day 4-5 Today set off towards the stunning scenery of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley and check-in to Mbweha Safari Camp for 2 nights.

Mbweha is a high quality safari camp set on the 6400 acre Congreve Conservancy near the southern border of Lake Nakuru National Park and has spectacular views of the surrounding mountainous landscape. Take a guided nature walk from Mbweha for a close-up view of the local flora and fauna. The following day explore the Lake Nakuru National Park which is famous for the spectacular pink flamingos that gather on its salt encrusted shores as well as for other bird species including African fish eagles and pelicans.

Day 6-7 Continue your safari by heading to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving at Tipilikwani Mara Camp for lunch where you will stay for 2 nights. Tipilikwani Mara Camp has 20 luxury riverfront tents located on the banks of the Talek River overlooking the iconic Mara plains. After lunch there will be a game drive for the first chance to see the wildlife of the Mara, followed by a full day with morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara in search of the big cats for which the Mara is renowned. You will also see a wide variety of Kenya’s other species – great and small – such as elephants, buffalo, giraffe, plains game and much more.

Day 8 After breakfast depart the Masai Mara and back to Nairobi.

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Masai Mara and Beach

Ilkeliani Camp K E N YA

8 Nights Combine the ‘jewel in the crown’ of Kenyan game viewing, the Masai Mara, with the tropical Indian Ocean beaches of the southern Kenya Coast.

Departs from the UK every day

Day 1 Kenya Airways overnight flight from Heathrow to Nairobi.

Day 2-4 You will be met and transferred for your onward flight into the heart of the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve and Ilkeliani Camp. Enjoy the next 3 nights in this traditional tented camp on the Talek River, and on safari. The dining area and bar are also under canvas, both great spots to sit and watch for game. Morning and afternoon game drives are included, with experienced guides. Enjoy the African bush.

Day 5-9 (Kenya Coast) This morning, after a final game drive, transfer back to the airstrip for your onward flight to Mombasa / Ukunda on the Kenya Coast. You will be met and Asha Cottage

transferred to Asha Cottage, a small & relaxed guesthouse style property at the southern end of Diani beach. Spend 5 nights relaxing by the ocean, reflecting on your safari.

or …

Pongwe Beach Hotel

Day 5-9 (Zanzibar) This morning, after a final game drive, transfer back to the airstrip for your return flight to Nairobi. After lunch at a nearby hotel transfer to the airport in time for your onward flight to Zanzibar.

You will be met and transferred to Pongwe Beach Hotel, an unpretentious, well run, good value for money and authentic African beach lodge on the east coast of the island. Spend 5 nights relaxing by the ocean, reflecting on your safari.

Day 10 You will be collected and returned to your nearest airport in time for a flight to Nairobi, connecting with your overnight Kenya Airways flight to Heathrow.

You can also combine a Kenya Safari with Pongwe Beach Hotel

Mauritius or the Seychelles. This will require an overnight stay in Nairobi and is subject to non-daily flight schedules.

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Asha Cottage

Swahili Beach

Casual

Sophisticated

Asha Cottage is a relaxed Swahili style guest-house on the seafront at Diani

The Swahili Beach Hotel offers sophisticated accommodation with a blend of

Beach, south of Mombasa. There are five guest rooms, each tastefully decorated

architectural influences from the East African coast, Arabia, India, and Zanzibar

with a combination of African, Afghan, European and Swahili art, fabrics, and

- Swahili style. The focal point of the resort is a cascading pool which leads

carpentry. All rooms have king-sized beds with mosquito nets, air conditioning,

to the beachfront. The 140 stylish and modern guestrooms each have views

ceiling fans and mosquito netting on all windows. ‘The Ledge’ is their al fresco

of the pools, the sea or the gardens. Swahili Beach has numerous bars and

feet -in-the-sand terrace, directly overlooking the beach. Dinners are Table

restaurants, one directly on the beach. Activities at Swahili Beach include

D’hote, changing daily, and offering the best local produce and seafood.

a water sports centre including PADI scuba diving, spa and fitness centre.

5 rooms

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Msambweni Beach House

Hemingways

Sophisticated

Elegant

Msambweni House is in a quiet and unspoiled setting above a small private

Situated approximately 90 miles north of Mombasa and 18 miles south of

beach, along a 4 mile white, sandy palm-fringed coastline. Family owned and

Malindi, Hemingways Resort lies within the Watamu Marine National Park,

run, there are three spacious and stylish suites in the main house, two villas

on Turtle Bay beach. The 76 air-conditioned rooms all have ocean views and are

and a luxury tented suite. The main house has a large infinity pool and a

close to the stunning beach. Out to sea there is dolphin-watching, snorkelling,

unique ‘jetty’ with a fire-pit where pre-dinner drinks and canapés are served.

diving and world class big-game fishing. The hotel has a small spa and gym

The two Lamu Villas, with a private chef and waiter, are beautifully appointed

and there is a programme of excursions to local towns and attractions.

with their own infinity pools and jacuzzi, facing the sea. Enjoy a walking

The hotel combines a relaxed atmosphere with good standards of service

or mountain bike tour to the nearby village.

and cuisine. Please note: between April-October the beach in front of the

5 rooms in main house; 1 Tented suite; 3 Villas

hotel and in the bay can be covered in seaweed, due to the prevailing winds.

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L E T U S G U I D E YO U

Mozambique Land of Smiles

Mozambique has plenty to offer, from world-class beaches, diving and deep-sea fishing, to an interesting history & culture and exciting adventure opportunities. It is also home to some genuinely spectacular Indian Ocean island resorts, and has over 2500km (1500 miles) of clean sandy beaches and rugged coastline - all just waiting for you to enjoy and explore.

The capital Maputo makes an interesting stopover, retaining much of its Portugese charm, fused with modern Africa. Visitors to the city can enjoy the refreshing sea breeze at the many restaurants serving locally caught seafood, and one of the regions great colonial-era hotels – The Polana.

We offer accommodation choices in the Bazaruto Archipelago, further north in the Quirimbas Archipelago and Maputo itself. The lodges and hotels are of an increasingly good standard and are typically 20-50 rooms in size.

Mozambique is for those looking for an exclusive African beach experience, to get away from it all and to enjoy solitude and adventure.

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White Pearl Sophisticated - Romantic - Secluded

White Pearl is situated 100 km south of the Mozambican capital, Maputo, and 25 km north of the Kosi Bay/South Africa border, overlooking a secluded bay. The main guest areas and the air-conditioned suites are set in the dune. The décor of crisp whites and pastel aqua’s exude a cool coastal comfort. Ceiling to floor windows and doors open the rooms and sitting areas out to the elevated decks with private plunge pools. You can fill your days with deep sea fishing adventures, scuba diving, relaxing at the main pool and bar, or book an in-room massage treatment on your private deck. Kayaking, horse riding and endless walks are the order of the day - and shoes are strictly optional.

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Coral Lodge 15.41 Elegant - Romantic - Secluded

Situated at the tip of a peninsula on Mozambique’s northern mainland, Coral Lodge is surrounded by mangroves, a tidal lagoon and miles of deserted beaches. Just 10 comfortable thatched villas (two of which are family friendly). Guest areas are accessed via wooden walkways and include a swimming pool, sundeck and a small Spa. Coral Lodge offers history, culture, land and water based activities including diving (full PADI dive centre), snorkelling, whale watching (seasonal June - November), canoeing, dhow sailing, windsurfing and fishing.

Please note - the beach is tidal and at low tide can be a 500m walk from the lodge to the sea,

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MOZAMBIQUE

Machangulo Beach Lodge Elegant - Secluded

Machangulo is an affordable and comfortable lodge, easily accessed from the capital Maputo, in a wonderful location with pristine beaches and natural forests. There are 14 air-conditioned chalets, each with private deck and connected by walkways and staircases to the main buildings and the beach. A pool and deck are situated by the Beach Bar for you to cool down and the main building includes a large inviting lounge with bar area and large dining area. Whether you need to simply relax and soak up the sun or experience the thrill of having a great big gamefish at the end of your fishingline, the activities staff will ensure that you are well looked after. The lodge has a small Spa. 14 Chalets

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Massinga Beach Resort Elegant - Secluded From its dune top vantage point, Massinga has sweeping 180 degree views, up and down the pristine beach. The 28 rooms all boast ocean views (except for four standard rooms), are spacious with a minimalistic approach to the beach chic decoration and interiors. Rooms also feature a deck, some with a private splash pool. A winding path leads down to the beach and beach bar with a circular swimming pool surrounded by a deck and sun loungers.

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ADVENTURE

What's on your bucket list?

Africa is the birthplace of adventure travel, with the first 'grand safaris' allowing people to see Africa the way many think it should be seen - on the ground, meeting the locals and experiencing Africa at its untamed best.

We fully subscribe to this type of travel and there are plenty of great adventures on offer. Over the next four pages you can be assured that a genuine adventure travel experience awaits you.

Mozambique Dhow and Kayak Safari A unique 7-night experience, done either by Kayak or traditional sailing Dhow, and something completely different. Five of the seven nights are spent camping on the islands in the Quirimbas Archipelago. Many brochures refer to ‘Robinson Crusoe style’, this is the real deal. The 5 nights spent camping is fully-serviced the crew assembles camp & handles all the duties, you relax and enjoy.

Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya Climb Mount Kilimanjaro, ‘The Roof of Africa’ is the highest peak in Africa (5 895 metres/19 342 feet), and you can climb it with the comfort of knowing that we have your safety and well-being as paramount. The climb will be a physical and a mental personal challenge and something you will remember for the rest of your days - it really is that special. Mount Kenya is Africa's second highest mountain, venerated by the Kikuyu people as the dwelling place of their God - Kikuyu homes were once built to face the mountain. Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya can be climbed by any physically fit person and no climbing experience is necessary, but you do need to be pretty fit and well prepared.

Kenya Adventure Camping This camping safari has been designed for those for whom the wildlife safari experience is more important than the accommodation, with an element of ‘roughing it’. This gives an opportunity for an exceptional and exclusive wildlife experience with high quality guiding at a fraction of the price. The camps are sited in private conservancies with access to Amboseli National Park and the Masai Mara Reserve, with a wealth of wildlife and where you can go on walks with Masai guides and take night drives. Each tent has its own private bathroom in a cubicle located behind the tent with flush toilet, wash basin and safari shower.

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Gorillas Rwanda & Uganda are both remarkable countries ADVENTURE

with genuinely beautiful African landscapes, and of course the attraction of seeing Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat. The largest species of primate, and an endangered species due to poaching and habitat destruction, you will trek on foot to track these remarkable creatures.

Camping tour of Namibia There is a certain romance to it. Climbing into a

When (and if, never 100% guaranteed) encountered we guarantee one of the

Hot Air Balloons in Kenya and Tanzania

most amazing experiences of your life.

safari truck in your shorts, t-shirt and sandals and surviving days of sun, dunes and wildlife.

The initial anticipation and eventual emotions of meeting new people and the guides are all part of the excitement. New found friendships that will last a lifetime and the endless memories and images of adventure that the astonishing country of Namibia will leave you.

The adventure begins just before dawn. Flames from the hot air balloon burners light the darkness as the crews inflate their craft. The first, pink tongues of sunlight flicker across the skies as the hot air balloon fills, then rises. Suspended in a basket beneath the rainbow-coloured canopy, you’re off for a game-viewing adventure with

Overland Tour in South Africa

an entirely different perspective. Float above the plains, the forest and the rivers of the Masai Mara

For adventure-minded travellers aged between

and the Serengeti. And in the time honoured

18-55 years, this 18 night itinerary takes you to

tradition of balloon flights the world over, you

the highlights of South Africa. But it also takes

toast your return to earth with a champagne

you off the beaten track to experience the great

breakfast.

outdoors, the wildlife, the people & their cultures, and of course a healthy dose of

Horse Riding in Africa

adventure! This is an overland tour, using a

Safaris in Africa are an intimate experience.

customized overland vehicle, and some

There is simply no better way of taking in the

participation is required with chores and meal

African bush, than by horseback. Becoming part of

preparation. Accommodation is simple, but the

a herd of zebra or giraffe as they canter across the

value for money and experience is unbeatable.

plains, or quietly approaching a grazing rhinoceros is a truly amazing feeling. Africa is a very special place, but Africa on horseback is truly magical.

Shark Cage Diving The little town of Kleinbaai in South Africa, close to Hermanus and Gansbaai, is the site for one of the most amazing experiences on offer. Board your shark-chaser (!), climb into a large cage which is then lowered into the water, and you will soon have an opportunity to come face to face with a Great White Shark. Separated only by galvanised steel mesh. That has to classify as an adventure, surely?

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South African thrills!

Active means something different to each of us.

ADVENTURE

These activities are for those that consider themselves active, needing a reasonable level of fitness, but accessible to most. Cool Cape Escape is 7 nights of activity & adventure in Cape Town for thrill seekers (think Shark Diving and Abseiling etc). Wild Western Cape combines Cape Town with the Garden Route. The same activities in Cape Town with the added excitement of sea kayaking, a 3-day guided hiking trail & a safari. Plus the option of one of the highest bungee jumps in the world! Activities that are bound to make your heart skip a beat.

White Water Rafting Since David Livingstone named Victoria Falls after his Queen, people have come from all over the world to witness the spectacle, a mile long curtain of water that stretches across the glistening basalt rock, erupts into spray, and then thunders into the gorge below. Rafting on the Zambezi is a once in a lifetime experience, and one of the wildest one day runs in the world. If you don't do it you'll regret it as soon as you leave!

The Daddy of all overland tours This is one of Africa's great overland routes.

Starting in the beautiful city of Cape Town, through the deserts of Namibia, the wilderness and wildlife of Botswana, ending at one of the natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls.

Three weeks that could just change your life.

Camp and Cruise in Namibia

Hiking in Reunion

If you are of a slightly more adventurous

There is much more to this beautiful island than

persuasion still you might like to consider this as

simply the imagined beaches of an Indian Ocean

an option. These brilliant 4x4 vehicles, suitable for

Island. The mountains of the interior are of

2-4 people, come fully equipped with all the

volcanic origin, up to 3 000 metres high and a

necessary camping equipment. We will then make

major attraction for hiking enthusiasts. The three

all the necessary campsite bookings and provide

diverse Cirques (collapsed volcanoes) offer

you with maps, driving directions and the required

breathtaking scenery, and the active volcano of

information to complete your trip. This is real

Piton-de-la-Fournaise is a "must see". If you enjoy

Africa, made easy!

hiking, 1 day to 14 nights, this place is for you.

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ADVENTURE

Selinda Canoe Trail The Selinda Canoe Trail is a 4-day and 3-night adventure along the Selinda Spillway – the waterway linking northern Botswana’s Okavango Delta and Linyanti and Kwando water systems. The trail follows the Spillway east as it meanders through the reserve, passing through riverine forests, floodplains and open savannah. This 45km journey takes place in 18-foot Canadian canoes. Evening socializing and meals, served group style, are enjoyed around the camp fire.

Botswana on a budget

Cycling in South Africa

If you want to see Botswana, don’t have the budget

Cycling is one of the most popular activities

for swanky lodges and have a healthy sense of

around these days. Let us put together an itinerary

adventure, then this is one for you. This 12 night

where you can savour the sights and sounds of

semi-participation safari is undoubtedly one of the

Cape Town by night on a guided cycle tour; do a

cheapest ways of visiting Botswana. You will get to

city heritage tour in Durban; cycle around the

camp in the heart of the Okavango delta, enjoy

Knysna Lagoon on the Garden Route; take a

game walks and open vehicle game drives, as well

vibrant, colourful Johannesburg inner-city cycle

as visiting Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and some

tour and experience a reawakened and vibrant City

of Botswana’s very best safari areas.

of Gold (Egoli); take a guided tour in Soweto and visit volunteer projects; cycle through vineyards.

East Africa Overland This 11-night camping safari combines the highlights of both Kenya and Tanzania. You will concentrate on the acclaimed game parks that are known to be “the home of the Discovery Channel”. You will also visit lesser-known areas and enjoy interaction with the local tribes, including the renowned Masai. This is an overland tour, using a customized overland vehicle, and some participation is required with chores and

Volunteering in South Africa

meal preparation.

Get your hands dirty helping to conserve endangered African Penguins and Great White Sharks, live on an Indian Ocean Island and contribute to Whale Shark conservation, and get involved in a wide range of rewarding wildlife initiatives. Provide essential support for care workers at well run children's homes, help feed underprivileged children, or assist teachers in special needs classrooms. Volunteer in South Africa and discover your true potential.

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MAU RITI US

‘Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and heaven was copied after Mauritius.’

Mark Twain

L E T U S G U I D E YO U

Mauritius

Unforgettable Experience

A perfect tropical beach holiday destination, for couples and families alike.

Relax in the sophisticated surroundings of your resort hotel and enjoy the beaches, watersports, golf courses, scuba diving, deep sea fishing and many other activities and leisure facilities on offer in this tropical playground.

With it’s Creole and European influences, fine seafood and talented chefs, the culinary experience is also a good one. Several of the resorts we recommend offer wedding packages and have full kids and teen clubs on site.

The island is approximately 40 miles north to south and 28 miles east to west, making it an ideal size to explore. You might like to rent a soft-top jeep and spend a day or two visiting the markets, shops, towns, public beaches and tourist sites of this safe multi-cultural island.

With regular flights from Southern and East Africa, Mauritius offers an ideal beach extension to both your Southern and East African adventures.

It is also a world-class beach holiday and tourist destination in its own right, with regular direct flights from London and Europe. Mauritius also combines well with the many islands in The Seychelles and the volcanic ruggedness of nearby Reunion.

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LE MORNE

Dinarobin Hotel Golf and Spa MAU RITI US

Luxurious - Romantic

Dinarobin is situated on the south-west of the island, and positioned on a spectacular site at the foot of Le Morne Mountain. The hotel is a tranquil haven of luxury suites, spa by Clarins, an extensive range of water sport activities and has access to a championship 18-hole golf course at the Paradis Hotel and Golf Club (2 further courses are also available nearby). Everything is geared to well-being and relaxation.

Luxury accommodation is housed in six crescents of suites, five of which have infinity pools.

The 172 suites all have their own terrace or balcony, and spacious private bathrooms with walk-in shower.

The hotel thrives on their excellent dining options with 4 restaurants. The main restaurant L'Harmonie has an extensive international buffet; Le Morne Plage specialises in fresh fish and sea food; the Tuscan restaurant Il Gusto; and finally the gastronomic restaurant Saveurs des Iles.

Guests have the added benefit of sharing facilities with the Paradis Hotel and Golf Club next door and even being able to use a complimentary shuttle service between the two five star hotels. The shared Dinarobin and Paradis beach is one of the finest in Mauritius, providing seven kilometres of relaxation.

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Paradis Hotel and Golf Club Sophisticated - Romantic Set against the backdrop of Le Morne Mountain, the Paradis Hotel and Golf Club occupies a superb location on Le Morne Peninsula, and prides itself on a large variety of quality accommodation.

The beach stretches seven kilometres along the coastline which offers a variety of water sports activities.

A plethora of land and water activities and a spectacular golf course, make the hotel a playground for pleasure seekers.

Surrounded by lush gardens the accommodation stretches along the golden beach, and ranges from luxurious rooms and suites (including family suites), to villas which are on private beaches close to the water’s edge. Each of the modern sea facing rooms is focused on space, with large bathrooms. The Paradis Villas each have three bedrooms with a private beach, club car, exclusive villa valet service and yet still offers guests access to the hotels main facilities.

The hotel offers four restaurants each with their own theme and atmosphere. Guests can also share dining facilities with the neighbouring Dinarobin hotel. The spa by Clarins has beauty therapists skilled in modern and traditional techniques. There is also a warm welcome for children at the resort with the Bob Marlin mini-club, allowing parents to sit back and relax.

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The Oberoi MAU RITI US

Luxurious - Romantic

Overlooking Turtle Bay on the north-west coast of the Island, The Oberoi is a sophisticated all-suite hotel. The hotel Villas each have their own garden and dining gazebo, many of them with a private swimming pool and sea views.

They are perfect for an exclusive and luxurious retreat, for those seeking the ultimate in privacy. The resort is located in 20 acres of sub-tropical gardens with a 600 metre oceanfront. The resort offers a range of water sports and recreation facilities such as wind surfing, water skiing, diving and sailing.

The restaurant at The Oberoi features a roof of palm-thatched timbers and panoramic views across the Indian Ocean. Dine inside among the pillars, or outside under the stars on a fabulous menu featuring European, Oriental and Creole dishes, reflecting the multicultural flavour of the island and introducing fresh local fruits, vegetables, spices and produce. Also enjoy the pool bar and the Wine and Cigar Lounge and the more casual On The Rocks restaurant.

The stunning Spa offers state of the art facilities including a beauty parlour, steam bath, gym and individual spa suites with private jacuzzis.

Traditional Mauritian treatments using natural local oils and fruits star alongside conventional therapies; one example is the blissful coconut husk body brush, followed by a deep massage with freshly ground coconut.

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Trou Aux Biches Resort and Spa Luxurious - Romantic A two-kilometre long white sand beach, one of the best in Mauritius, crystal clear waters and breath-taking sunsets are the charm of Trou Aux Biches.

Re-opened in October 2011 after complete renovation, the hotel is a luxury village-style resort, with a decidedly tropical slant. The hotel consists of suites and villas set within fabulous tropical gardens leading to the lagoon and swimming pools.

The suites are located around swimming pools and shielded by slate roofs with an essence of wood, nature and stone. The beach front suites are surrounded by white sandy beaches, with thatched roofs, outdoor showers, and their own swimming pools facing the sea. A village within the resort houses the 27 villas which each have their own large swimming pool surrounded by spacious decks, an outdoor bathroom and wooden gazebo.

There is a choice of six restaurants at the hotel ranging from international, Thai, Indian and Italian. Guests can enjoy the spa

by Clarins which has two sauna's, two hammams and 17 massage cabins including a hair dresser and beauty parlour. Other services at Trou Aux Biches include a mini club for children aged 3 to 12 years, a teens club, a sports and

200 Junior Suites; 40 Family Suites;

fitness centre, a Beachcomber

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tennis academy, and a huge range of land and water based activities.

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LUX* Belle Mare MAU RITI US

Sophisticated - Romantic

This elegant and stylish deluxe resort overlooks a beautiful white sandy beach and the seductive waters of the Indian Ocean at Belle Mare, on the east coast of the island. The long stretch of beach, directly in front of the hotel, means guests can enjoy the beautiful marine life of the coral-protected lagoon, which is great for water sports and swimming. Other sport and leisure facilities available include water-skiing, windsurfing, floodlit tennis courts, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and much more.

The hotel also boasts a stunning large swimming pool that overlooks the lagoon.

The resort has a selection of restaurants and bars to suit your every mood and culinary taste. International cuisine, Indian, Asian, Mediterranean and Seafood specialities – all fused with French and Mauritian know-how and produce.

The well-equipped and spacious suites, in a blend of dĂŠcor styles, are located in separate wings set in lush gardens that stretch along the beach. All of the suites have a balcony or terrace with seaview, and offer a high degree of comfort and sophistication. For guests looking for further refinement and privacy there are 12 luxurious and exclusive villas, each with private heated pool and a private butler service. Also on offer is a kids club, babysitting service, 24-hour room service, regular evening entertainment, the Aphrodite Spa and a modern gym.

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Shandrani Resort and Spa Sophisticated - Romantic A deluxe fully inclusive resort, located on

There are two affiliated Clarins spas, where you

a protected peninsula surrounded by three

can relax in the lush tropical surroundings whilst

stunning beaches in the South East of the island.

having a treatment. The hotel boasts five

It is lapped by the clear waters of a Marine Park,

restaurants including the main restaurant with

and a short boat ride away from Ile aux Aigrettes

a mix of international cuisine, a Mediterranean

nature reserve.

restaurant, a Thai restaurant and a gastronomic

With its concept of 'Serenity Plus', guests have access to all land and water sports and to all of the hotel's restaurants and bars. Leisure facilities include a 9-hole pitch and putt golf course, diving centre affiliated to PADI (additional charge) and National Geographic, sailing club, kite surf school, water skiing, tennis, and a Bob Marlin mini-club for children aged 3 to 12. Accommodation comprises of 327 rooms ranging from superior rooms to senior suites, and family suites.

restaurant. There is something for everyone.

The 'Serenity Plus' package includes sumptuous buffets, gastronomic menus and 'A La Carte' dining; unlimited champagne; premium wines and famous brands of spirits; beach and pool service; mini bar; water skiing; and one 45 minute massage per stay (min 4 night stay). Shandrani is situated relatively close to the airport. Mauritius is a small island and flights are fairly infrequent (key times being early morning and late evening), but they can be seen and heard from the hotel.

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LUX* Le Morne Sophisticated - Romantic Overlooking a turquoise lagoon in the south-west of the island, the attractive architecture of LUX* Le Morne combined with contemporary design and modern amenities, results in a relaxed, charming and sophisticated island holiday experience. The 149 rooms and suites are elegantly furnished and positioned throughout the tropical gardens. Interconnecting rooms are available.

A long stretch of white sandy beach overlooks a coral protected crystal clear sea, behind which are the large and lush tropical grounds of the hotel and the four swimming pools. The comprehensive sport and leisure facilities ensure that the more active guest is also well catered for. These include, but are not limited to, water-skiing, tennis, a fitness room, sailing, scuba-diving and many more.

Savouring the hotels fine cuisine in one of the three restaurants, or sipping drinks in one of the three bars whilst enjoying the regular evening

Thai and Mediterranean restaurants complete your dinner options,

entertainment, is the perfect ending to a relaxing

whilst The Bar is the place to relax during the day, transforming into

day. The main restaurant invites diners to interact

a vibrant cocktail lounge at night. The large LUX* Me spa and fitness

with the chefs via a cooking ‘show’ and offers

area has an infinity pool, a whirlpool, a sauna, a hammam, a fitness

a range of international cuisine.

room and a variety of treatment rooms. Also on offer is a Kids Club

64 Superior Rooms, 15 Honeyroom Junior Suites, 10 Junior Suites, 15 Ocean Junior Suites and 45 Prestige Junior Suites

(3-12 years), Teens Club, babysitting service, boutiques, a hairdresser and more. An all-inclusive option is available.

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LUX* Grand Gaube Sophisticated - Romantic LUX* Grand Gaube is a stylish contemporary resort hotel set in Grand Gaube, with views of the cove and lagoon directly in front of the property.

Situated alongside a golden beach, the resort is an ideal place for a sophisticated and romantic getaway. Inspired by authentic island living the guest rooms reflect the vibrant energy and lively ambience of Mauritius, and all are sea-facing with thoughtful design. In all respects the room facilities epitomise a modern deluxe hotel room, each being spacious with a balcony or terrace. The large two-bedroom LUX* Villa has a private pool, stone garden and private beach.

The LUX* Me Spa and Fitness Centre offers a range of health and beauty treatments, and a modern gym.

Extensive land and water sports facilities, the PLAY mini-club (3-11 years), Studio 17 teens club, babysitting service, 24-hour room service and a 500 square metre swimming pool ensure that there is plenty to keep you occupied. Three intimately sized speciality restaurants and the main Kitchen restaurant are available for a choice of dining options during the day and in the evening. They range from seafood delicacies to Creole cuisine, Mediterranean inspired dishes to International fare. The Bar, located right next to the main swimming pool, offers a simple yet tasty menu with an extensive range of drinks, along with live music and entertainment at night.

126 Superior rooms, 23 Junior Suites, 2 Senior Suites & 1 Presidential Villa

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Merville Beach MAU RITI US

Casual

Merville Beach is a well established and relaxed hotel just 15 minutes walk from the lively village of Grand Bay in the north of Mauritius. With 169 sea-facing (full or partial view) rooms and good facilities, this 3-star property represents excellent value for money. The pleasant beach is dotted with thatched sunshades and the boathouse offers most (but not all) watersports free of charge. Also available is a PADI dive centre.

Each air-conditioned room opens onto a balcony or terrace, is well appointed and decorated in fresh, bright colours. Room service, a beach and pool service and a laundry service are available, and there is a good selection of family rooms available.

The restaurant offers variously themed buffets, Table d'hote menus, a Pizzeria and BBQ. The LUX* Me Spa offering massage, facials and body treatments faces the lagoon and there is also a fitness room. There is an all inclusive option available (lunch & drinks).

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Le Victoria Elegant

Situated half way between the lively village of Grand Baie and Port Louis the capital, Le Victoria is located on the north west coast of Mauritius.

Known for its spacious accommodation, the lead-in rooms have 60 square metres of floor space up to the executive suite with 120 square metres.

Each of the 254 rooms and suites have their own terrace and balcony, including individually controlled air conditioning , hair dryer, safe, telephone, television and mini bar with complimentary tea and coffee making facilities.

There are 15 family apartments which feature two bathrooms making it a perfect destination for families.

Special attention is given to children with an activities programme coinciding with school holidays. There is a huge selection of water and land based activities at the hotel including tennis, football, water-skiing, wind surfing, sailing, kayaking, glass bottom boats and snorkelling. There are three restaurants at Le Victoria and one bar.

There is an option to upgrade to the 'Beachcomber All Inclusive Package' which includes all your meals, unlimited selected wines and drinks, pool service, beach service, picnic basket, mini bar, a choice of free land and water sports, sports centre, access to the sauna and hammam, and mini club for children aged 3 to 12 years.

154 Superior rooms; 76 Deluxe rooms; 15 Family Apartments; 9 Suites

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CA P E TOW N > M AU R ITI U S

Cape Town and Mauritius 12 Nights The perfect City and Beach combination. Enjoy the sophistication, excitement and variety of Cape Town before flying to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius to relax on a tropical beach.

Departs from the UK Thursday and Saturday

Day 01 Overnight flight from the UK to Cape Town.

Day 2-7 On arrival into Cape Town International Airport you will be met and transferred to your first hotel/guesthouse for your 6-night stay. Enjoy the attractions of one of the world’s most spectacular cities at your own pace, including Table Mountain; the V&A Waterfront; Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; the Cape of Good Hope; Robben Island, and many more. Cape Town is also a centre for adventure, exciting cuisine, shopping and some serious nightlife.

Day 8-13 This morning you will be transferred back to Cape Town airport for your 5 hour flight to Mauritius, with Air Mauritius. Relax in the sophisticated surroundings of your resort hotel and enjoy the beaches and many other activities and leisure facilities on offer in this tropical playground. With fine seafood and talented chefs, the culinary experience is also a good one. Most of the resorts have full kids and teen clubs on site. Mauritius is also a popular destination for people to get married or to visit on honeymoon.

Your stay on this beautiful tropical island can be as relaxing or activity filled as you wish. The hotels and resorts are sophisticated with a large range of activities on offer. These include comprehensive watersports facilities, tennis courts, gyms and diving schools. The deep sea fishing in Mauritius is amongst the best in the world and available from all of the hotels. There are several golf courses available on the island. Other activities include scenic helicopter flights, a Submarine Safari, full and half day catamaran cruises and trips to nearby islands, or an organized excursion to Black River Gorge National Park, Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens, Grand Bassin sacred lake, Domaine du Chasseur, or the crowded, loud & colourful capital city of Port Louis.

Day 14 You will be collected and returned to Mauritius airport in time for your flight to the UK (overnight, or daytime) with Air Mauritius.

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Reunion The Thrilling Island REUNION

There is much more to this beautiful island than simply the imagined beaches of an Indian Ocean Island, making it a great combination with Mauritius. The mountains of the interior are of volcanic origin, up to 3 000 metres high and a major attraction for hiking enthusiasts. The three diverse Cirques (collapsed volcanoes) offer breathtaking scenery, and the active volcano of Piton-de-la-Fournaise is a ‘must see’. If you enjoy hiking, canyonning, paragliding, mountain biking, scuba diving or surfing, the chances are that you'll enjoy Reunion. Other highlights include the people and the unique fusion of Creole and French culture.

Anthurium Hotels Anthurium Hotels is a group of independent hoteliers, with 25 establishments on Reunion, with a common ethos of good service, tradition, friendliness and good taste. You will find small and charming establishments as well as a few more superior hotels but each one offers its own atmosphere and one common trait, being the personal touch of the hotelier.

We have created exclusive packages and itineraries to help you discover this unique island. A 5-night self-drive ‘Circuit de Charme’ taking in the islands highlights; the 7-night self-drive ‘Garden of Eden’ route for nature lovers; and the ‘Small Island Crossing’ itinerary, which is 7 nights of hiking and adventure.

Other suggested combinations with Mauritius …

Other options include: a 7 night activity and adventure itinerary including paragliding, hiking, climbing, rafting, canyonning, body surfing and windsurfing; a 7 night hiking and biking itinerary; 8 and 14 night cross-island hiking adventures, staying in mountain huts for some of the nights; or a combination with nearby Mauritius.

Talk to our staff for more great suggestions to build your ideal itinerary.

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‘like pearls on a thread …’

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The Seychelles

As pure as it gets

The Seychelles is all about island life – 115 of them. They are spread over 1 400 000 square km and six island groups lying 500-1 600 km from the African Coast. It is also about enticing beaches, warm turquoise waters, and island-hopping opportunities. There are 43 mainly granite ‘inner’ islands and 72 coralline ‘outer’ islands.

The island resorts are a popular way of enjoying this fascinating country. They are exclusive, self-contained hideaways, usually accommodating no more than 40 guests. Picture yourself on a private island 6 km long and 1 km wide, with acres of coconut palms fringed by white sandy beaches and sheltered by an encircling reef. These islands are typically accessed by boat or short flight from the main island of Mahé.

Island hopping is the other main attraction. The main island of Mahé is the gateway. From here you can head for the 2nd island of Praslin, which boasts some of the best lodges and resorts. Then maybe onto the car-free La Digue, or the sanctuary of Bird Island. The temperature rarely drops below 24c and the wettest months are January and February, so the Seychelles really is a year round destination. Being close to the equator and tropical you can expect short showers at any time of the year, with probably April/May and October/November being the very best times to visit. There are daily flights (via the Middle East) from the UK, and 3 a week from Johannesburg, Nairobi and Mauritius.

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Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

Constance Ephelia

Luxurious

Sophisticated

On the south-west coast of the Seychelles main island, on a verdant hillside,

The Constance Ephélia Resort is set within 120 hectares of lush tropical

overlooking a picturesque bay, the Four Seasons Resort Seychelles is comprised

vegetation. Accommodation ranges from well-appointed suites to a fabulous

of 67 sumptuous Creole-style guest villas and suites, all with private terrace or

range of luxurious villas with private pools. Restaurants range from the

balcony and plunge pool. The beach of Petite Anse, one of the best on the island,

buffet-style Corossol serving international cuisine, Helios with Mediterranean

is just a short walk away. The spa is located at the top of the hill, adults and

dishes, or the Adam & Eve Grill and Seselwa for relaxed and casual meals.

children are both welcome. The main ZEZ Restaurant offers Mediterranean

For a stylish alternative, Cyann offers haute cuisine. The resort features five

specialities and Middle Eastern dishes; Kannel is a beachside restaurant serving

bars, ranging from casual pool or seaside locations to the elegance of the

Creole and international fare, with fresh fish and seafood; ZEZ Lounge offers

Cyann bar. Non-motorised water sports are offered as well as a Kids Club.

sushi and sashimi, pre-dinner cocktails, after-dinner drinks, wines, cigars and

The Spa features a Shiseido Pavilion with 3 treatment rooms, complemented

shisha pipes; In-villa dining is available from all menus.

by an additional 12 treatment rooms. A yoga pavilion, sauna, thermal pool, jet pool and salon complete the spa experience.

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North Island Luxurious Located around 30km from the main island of Mahé, North Island, one of the 'inner' islands, is a place of barefoot luxury for those seeking a truly spectacular tropical retreat. Accommodation consists of only 11 elegant guest villas, never more than a few steps from the eastern beach.

Each villa (except Villa 11) features a study that can be made into a second bedroom, for families.

The lounge, dining room and library, scenically located health spa and gym, dive centre, and a rimflow swimming pool are all built into a granitic outcrop. A sunset bar and restaurant are tucked away on the western beach of the island. North Island is also an inspirational example of an ecologically sensitive arrangement, with natural habitats being rehabilitated and critically endangered Seychelles fauna and flora being reintroduced. A heady combination of natural beauty, conservation and luxury.

10 Villas, 1 Presidential Villa

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Sainte Anne Resort and Spa Luxurious An island resort, surrounded by one of the largest Marine Parks in the Indian Ocean, Sainte Anne is just a 10 minute boat transfer from Mahé and the capital Victoria, and is an ideal choice for couples and families. The resort occupies a fraction of the 530 acre island allowing the 87 villas to make the most of their tropical setting. Each spacious villa has an open terrace and a furnished gazebo, 29 have a private pool. There is a choice of dining options (some seasonal) including a couple right on the beach, a Clarins Spa and a fitness centre. Guests can also enjoy the complimentary use of the bikes provided, that come with each villa.

87 Guest Villas

Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort and Spa Sophisticated On the idyllic island of Silhouette, 45 minutes by boat or 15 minutes by helicopter from Mahé, this secluded Seychelles retreat is comprised of 111 private villas perched on a lush hillside or nestled amongst secluded beach coves. With freshly prepared local seafood, traditional Creole and Japanese cuisine, and La Pizzeria, there is a varied dining experience. The Spa, nestled in the hillside among the granite boulders, is the perfect place to soothe the body.

Stay active in the fully equipped 24-hour fitness center. Or take out one of the kayaks or sailing boats. Or take a walk on this stunning island. Or head for the PADI scuba-diving centre. Or enjoy a game of tennis. A peaceful and relaxed resort, with activities if required, in a stunning setting.

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Desroches Island Luxurious Desroches is a private island resort, approximately 6 km long and 1 km wide with 14 km of coastline, accessed via a short daily flight from Mahé. The 17 Beach Suites in individual villas each have a large private terrace with stunning sea views, the 8 Beach Retreats have private pools. There is an open-air main restaurant, bar and swimming pool. The Coconut Spa combines traditional Asian massage techniques with full body treatments, beauty treatments and reflexology. There are excellent sport and leisure facilities as well as a dive centre and deep sea fishing centre. Excursions to the neighbouring Amirantes Islands are also available. Desroches Island Resort is a haven for those who enjoy unpretentious comfort and exclusivity. It’s a great place to relax in the natural surroundings and enjoy the good facilities on offer.

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Paradise Sun

La Reserve

Casual

Casual

The Paradise Sun hotel is located on the stunning sheltered Cote d'Or Beach,

A well established, friendly and popular independent hotel on the north-east

with 80 stylish air-conditioned rooms in chalets set in the lush grounds and

coast of the island, offering ‘barefoot chic’ in a stylish and casual environment.

is a relaxed and casual hotel, ideal for those wanting to do lots of activities.

The unique Jetty Restaurant, with views of the beach and ocean, serves Creole

There is a swimming pool, volley ball court and water-sports centre where

cuisine and an international menu from an open kitchen. The Pool Restaurant

you can arrange kayaks, snorkelling and dive trips. The Beach Restaurant

is an ideal spot for lunch. The hotel has a large swimming pool and a gym, and

and Bar overlooks the beach where breakfast, lunch and buffet dinners are

offers kayaks and snorkelling. The 8 superior rooms (4 beachfront, 4 hillside)

served. There is regular evening entertainment, and the hotel has a small spa.

and the 32 deluxe rooms (all beachfront) are all comfortable, spacious and air-

Ideal for families.

conditioned, with 4 rooms per building.

70 Superior rooms, 10 Deluxe/Family rooms

8 Superior rooms, 32 Deluxe rooms

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Small and Friendly

Bird Island

Casual

Rustic - Secluded

There are many small hotels, chalets and guesthouses in the Seychelles,

Bird Island is the antidote to

which offer good value for money and a more authentic experience.

homogenous, corporate hotels and

Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie on La Digue is a stylish small hotel;

resorts. This is all about the destination,

Clef des iles offers self-catering apartments right on Beau Vallon beach

conservation and sustainability. There is

on Mahé; Indian Ocean Lodge in Praslin is well located to see some

no outdoor lighting (battery-free torches

local life; Casa de Leela on La Digue is a low budget two-bedroom bungalow -

are provided), no air-conditioning,

enjoy a BBQ after a day on the beach! There are many others, and they

no fridges or TVs in the rooms. The lodge

make a nice combination with the bigger resorts, and get you closer to

is simple, but comfortable, the food is wholesome, not 'gastronomique'.

the 'real' Seychelles.

However, the nature, the beaches and the ocean are amazing. Snorkelling, kayaking, deep sea fishing and nature walks/boat trips are all available.

60 miles from Mahé, reached by daily flights. This isn't for everyone, but if you are happy to share your space with the natural world, then you will love it.

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Dubai

Nowhere like it

Where the desert meets an energetic, vibrant and modern city - there is something epic about Dubai.

Once the clichĂŠd ‘fishing village’, now home to the world's tallest tower, the first seven-star hotel, the reclaimed islands and an indoor ski slope Dubai has a mission to be the biggest and the best. Visitors stream through Dubai's new airport terminal, which houses the world's largest single floor space, and flock to Dubai Mall, the world's largest shopping centre. You have to admire the vision of the Emiratis who had the courage and ambition a decade ago to build something extraordinary out of the desert.

Enjoy unlimited sunshine, safe swimming beaches, excellent shopping, a large variety of sport and leisure facilities, award winning hotels and a choice of restaurants that will leave any foodie satisfied. Cross the creek on an abra (water taxi), dine underwater at the Atlantis Hotel, or play golf on a desert turned green.

Overlooking the warm waters of the Persian Gulf and with a perfect winter climate, this is a great place to unwind and relax for a few days.

This Emirate is friendly, safe and virtually crime free. Dubai has something to offer everyone.

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There is a lot to do in Dubai Desert safari adventure; 4 x 4 dune tour; Desert camp night; Camel safari; Dhow or Luxury yacht cruise, including a gourmet dinner; Moonlit dinner on the dunes; Private yacht charter; Fishing trip; Diving; Camel Polo; Golf; DUBAI

High performance motor sports; Helicopter/Seaplane rides; Hot Air ballooning; Shopping tours; or visit the neighbouring Emirates and discover Emirati culture and heritage as you drive through Sharjah and Ajman.

Dubai combinations Easily accessed from most UK cities and a mere 7 hour flight, Dubai makes an ideal stopover. Contrast the natural splendour of Africa with the man made splendour of Dubai, or stopover on your way to/from Mauritius or the Seychelles. Ideal as a winter break, and also as a stop-over to or from Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. Or simply visit Dubai to just to get away from it all, and enjoy the delights in the sun.

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Local Information Southern Africa, East Africa, Dubai and the Indian Ocean Islands

Botswana Time Zone GMT + 2 hours Language Official English, with Setswana being the most common local language Climate Although it straddles the Tropic of Capricorn, Botswana experiences extremes in temperatures up to 40°C in the dry season and occasionally low night-time temperatures, falling below zero in some areas. In general, the days are normally clear, warm and sunny, but nights can range from cool to bitterly cold. In the Kalahari, sub-zero night-time temperatures are common in June and July.

The country’s rainfall mainly occurs from October to April and usually only in northern and eastern regions. Winter days are usually clear, warm and sunny while the nights are quite cold. Different regions have specific variances, as the terrain

South Africa

Namibia

varies from hilly bushveld in the east, through the semi-desert conditions of the central regions

Time Zone

Time Zone

and on to the semi-tropical conditions of the

GMT +2 hours

GMT + 2 hours

northern areas.

GMT + 1 hour from April - August

Currency

South Africa has 11 official languages.

Language

The local currency is the Pula (P), which equals

English is spoken almost everywhere.

Official English. Afrikaans, German, Herero

100 thebe. To avoid extra exchange rate charges,

and Ovambo frequently used.

travellers are advised to take travellers’ cheques

Language

Climate

in US Dollars or Sterling.

The Western Cape, Northern Cape and Eastern

Climate

Cape have a Mediterranean type Climate.

Generally a hot and dry country, there are however

The winter months [June - August] are mild and

a range of local climates, which vary extremely.

changeable and during these months most of the

The Atlantic coast is subject to mists which come

rainfall occurs; which is opposite to the rest of the

ashore in summer and hot, dusty winds which

country, which experience summer rainfalls.

come from inland in winter. The border regions

The Kwazulu Natal coastline has a sub-tropical

with Angola and Zambia are tropical – hot and

climate with lots of sunshine throughout the year.

humid. Most of the interior land surface is desert

The summer months [November - April] can

or semi-desert. The most arid climate is found

become very hot and humid (with up to 80%

in the central Namib, where summer daytime

humidity) where high rainfalls are experienced.

temperatures can climb to over 40°C (105°F)

The Freestate, Gauteng and North-West Province

but can fall to below freezing at night. Daytime

enjoy moderately cold winters and warm to hot

temperatures in the mountainous and semi-arid

summers [November - April]. These areas get their

Central Plateau (including Windhoek) are generally

rainfall during the summer months. Mpumalanga

lower than in the rest of the country. December is

and Northern Province enjoy mild winters and hot

the hottest month everywhere. There are two rainy

summers [November - April]. During the winter

seasons: the infrequent rain period from October

months, there can be a significant difference

to December and the main rainy period from

between day and night temperatures.

January to April.

Currency

Currency

The currency is the Rand = 100 cents. (ZAR =

The currency is the Namibian Dollar (N$), divided

International symbol for Rand). Please note that

into 100 cents. It is directly linked in value to the

ZAR 200 notes are not always accepted in rural

South African Rand, which is still accepted as

areas. Traveller Cheques are widely accepted at

currency in Namibia.

banks, hotels, restaurants and shops.

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Zambia

Mauritius

Time Zone

Time Zone

GMT + 2 hours

GMT + 4 hours

Language

Language

Official English. Over 70 regional dialects.

Official English and French. Creole (a mixture of French and African languages) is the most

Climate

widely spoken.

With one of the gentlest climates found in Africa,

Climate

Zambia’s countryside forms a plateau approximately 1 300 metres above sea level, ensuring a degree of comfort even at the height of summer in this tropical region. The valley of the Zambezi River is a low-lying area which runs the length of the western and southern borders with

Mozambique Time Zone GMT + 2 hours

With its wonderful tropical climate, Mauritius is very much an all-year-around destination.

The island has a maritime climate that is characterised by mild temperatures with small seasonal and daily variations. November to April

a hotter and more humid climate. The extreme

Language

are the hottest months with temperatures

northern areas have a more usual tropical climate

Official language is Portuguese and, of the many

averaging 27ºC. It is coolest between June and

as they reach the shores of Lake Tanganyika. There

African languages spoken, the main ones are

September when the mercury drops to around

are three main seasons: May to September is cool

Shangaan, Manyika and Ronga.

22ºC. It is fairly dry from June to October and

and dry, October and November are hot and dry and the hot, rainy season is from December to April. Temperatures vary from a minimum of about 10°C to over 35°C in some places, depending on the time of year.

Climate Mozambique has a tropical climate, with hot humid weather during the rainy season from October to March, when temperatures can reach as high as 40°C. During the dry season the

there is a marked wet season during the summer months between November and February.

Cyclones may occur between November and February, peaking in January and February.

The relative humidity is fairly high.

Currency

weather is cooler, although the nights can get

Currency

Zambia which can be converted into local Kwacha

quite cold. The coast experiences hotter weather

Mauritian Rupee (MR). 1 Rupee = 100 cents.

(1 ZK = 100 ngwee). Travellers are advised to take

with less rainfall than the interior. Climate varies

travellers' cheques in US Dollars or Pounds

according to area. Inland is cooler than the coast

Sterling, which are widely accepted.

and rainfall higher as the land rises, with most rain between January and March. Hottest and wettest

Zimbabwe

season is October to March. From April to

Reunion Time Zone GMT + 4 hours

September the coast has warm, mainly dry

Time Zone

weather tempered by sea breezes.

GMT +2 hours

Currency

Language

Local currency: Mozambique Metical (MT) US dollars

The official language is English, with Shona

and South African Rands are readily accepted.

and Sindebele dialects.

Climate

Language

Although located in the tropics, temperate

French is the official language.

Climate Reunion enjoys an ever-lasting summer in a tropical climate with temperatures made milder by the East-South-East domineering trade winds.

The differences in temperature and rainfall can be

conditions prevail all year, as the climate is

Seychelles

to October, and the rainy season from November

GMT + 4 hours

to March. The best months to visit are April to May

Language

exposure. The east coast (the windward coast) is

Official Creole, but French and English are widely

damper because of the trade winds. The west

spoken

coast (the leeward coast) is protected by the

Climate

two seasons. The dry and cool season from May to October, and the November to April damp and warm season which has two thirds of the yearly rainfall. Altitude, together with a whimsical relief and trade wind exposure, generate countless micro-climates that make Reunion a very special place … and a weather forecast nightmare!

The Seychelles enjoys an idyllic and fairly constant temperature of around 29°C. It lies outside the main Indian Ocean cyclonic belt, which means that big storms are rare. January and February are the wettest months, but rain occurs in heavy downpours rather than as continuous rain. July and August tend to be the driest months. For scuba-diving and snorkelling, the best time is

Currency

March-May and September-November when the

Local currency is the European Euro (EU).

seas are calm and underwater visibility is at its best.

Currency Seychelles Rupee (Rs). 1 Seychelles Rupee = 100 cents.

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the country. The hot and dry season is from August

Time Zone

significant and vary according to altitude and wind

massifs and so, much drier. The year is divided into

moderated by altitude and the inland position of

and August to September. Night-time temperatures can fall below freezing.

Currency The Zimbabwean Dollar was abandoned early 2009. The country has adopted a multi-currency scheme; the US Dollar and South African Rand can be used for domestic transactions.

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Tanzania (including Zanzibar) Time Zone: GMT +3 hours Language Swahili and English are the official languages.

Other African languages (such as Bantu) are also spoken.

Malawi

Kenya (including Lamu Island)

Climate The climate is tropical and coastal areas are hot

Time Zone

Time Zone

and humid. The rainy season lasts from March

GMT +2 hours

GMT +3 hours

to June. The central plateau is dry and arid. The

Language

Language

English and Chichewa are both official languages.

English is the official language, Swahili is the

Chichewa is widely spoken but the language of

national language. 42 ethnic languages are used.

the business community is English.

northwestern highlands are cool and temperate and the rainy season here lasts from November to December and February to May. Tanzania can be visited year-round, although the best time for

Climate

travelling is outside of the rainy season between

Climate

Throughout the country, the hottest months are

June and October, when temperatures stay well

Varies from cool in the highlands to warm around

December to March. The coastal areas are tropical,

below their summer peaks. Beach side locations

Lake Malawi. Winter (May to July) is dry and nights

with particularly high humidity in April and May,

like Zanzibar are fine to visit during the hottest

can be chilly, particularly in the highlands.

but tempered by monsoon winds. The lowlands

months of December and January.

The rainy season runs from November to March.

are hot but mainly dry, while the highlands are

Around Lake Malawi, in winter, the climate is

more temperate with four seasons. Nairobi has a

particularly dry with pleasant cooling breezes.

very pleasant climate throughout the year due to

Currency Kwacha (Mk). 1 Malawi Kwacha = 100 tambala.

Tanzanian Shilling (TSh).

its altitude. Near Lake Victoria, the temperatures are much higher and rainfall can be heavy.

Currency Kenyan Shilling (KSh). 1 Kenyan Shilling = 100 cents.

Dubai Time Zone

Uganda

GMT +4 hours Language

Time Zone GMT +3 hours

Currency

Rwanda

Language

Arabic is the official language, English is widely spoken.

English is the official language. Swahili, Luganda

Time Zone

Climate

& other Bantu languages are also spoken.

GMT +2 hours

Dubai enjoys an arid subtropical climate, with

Climate

Language

The temperature, usually ranging from 21 to 25°C

The official languages are Kinyarwanda, English &

(70 to 77°F), can be quite cool in some parts of the

French. Swahili is used for trade & commerce.

country owing to the country's high altitude,

Climate

Even the sea temperature touches on 104F (40C)

despite its position on the equator. The mountain

Despite its proximity to the equator, the climate in

during the summer months, and swimming pools

areas become much cooler and the top of Mount

Rwanda is cooled by the high altitude. It is warm

at hotels are usually cooled to be refreshing.

Elgon is often covered with snow. Other parts of

throughout most of the country but cooler in the

Temperatures are only slightly more moderate the

the country are much warmer. There is heavy rain

mountains. There are two rainy seasons: mid

rest of the year, the coolest time being between

between March and May and between October

January to April and mid October to mid

December and March. There is very little rainfall

and November.

December.

in Dubai, but when showers do fall it is mainly

Currency

Currency

Uganda Shilling (UGX).

Rwanda Franc (RWF). 1 Rwanda Franc = 100 centimes.

blue skies and sunshine all year round. The hottest months are between June and September, when temperatures can soar to 113F (45C) and more during the day and humidity levels are very high.

in the cooler months.

Currency UAE Dirham (AED).

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GENERAL ADVICE

General Advice for Travellers Health Risks and Immunisation Health facilities, hygiene and disease risk vary across the region. Malaria is encountered in many areas of the region. It is recommended to take antimalaria tablets before entering any malarial regions (consult your GP or pharmacist for details). Also, ensure that you are well covered with mosquito repellent. When coming from a yellow fever zone, a yellow fever vaccination certificate will be required in all areas. This applies to any person over one year of age. The following vaccines are recommended for some areas: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio and Meningitis. Please consult your GP or health professional. The ‘Health Advice for Travellers’ leaflet published by the Department of Health can be ordered / downloaded from www.dh.gov.uk.

In some areas (South Africa, for example) private medical facilities are good.

In other areas, these facilities are often limited. When visiting a doctor/hospital, immediate cash payment is often required (credit cards are generally accepted).

Please ensure that you have adequate insurance to cover these costs.

Safety and Security

Disabled Travellers (South Africa)

Although most visitors enjoy their travels to the region without

There are limited facilities in South Africa for people with disabilities. It’s best to

incident visitors are advised to take note of the following points:

check with the individual properties exactly what is available. The Association

• Avoid walking alone at night in deserted / quiet areas

for the Physically Disabled can provide information about facilities and outdoor

- ask hotel/lodge staff for advice.

• Do not openly display expensive cameras, jewellery etc.

activities for those with disabilities, Tel: +27 (0) 11 646 8331. Passenger aid units are available at all major airports. Many hotels offer facilities for the disabled as do most rest camps in the Kruger National Park. Africa Collection can provide

• Do not carry large sums of cash - credit cards are widely accepted.

vehicles with hand controls through our partners at Avis. Africa Collection will

• Ensure that credit cards, credit card numbers

Africa does not have stringent regulations about provisions for people with

and personal identification numbers are protected.

do its very best to accommodate your requirements, but please be aware that disabilities. Frustrating, but a fact.

• While staying at hotels / guesthouses, make use of safety deposit boxes and lock the door securely at night.

On Safari

• Drink bottled water (not necessary in South Africa).

All large game at the wildlife reserves/parks/conservancies is to be considered

• Hitch-hiking is not recommended.

To avoid snakebites while on a walking safari, wear boots, socks and long

dangerous and therefore the reserves rules should be strictly adhered to. trousers. Neutral coloured clothing is recommended and in the cooler months

Visas and Passports

warm clothing is recommended for game drives. Do not swim in the rivers in

You will need a full 10 year passport to travel to the countries we feature in

wildlife areas. Most private game reserves will ask you to sign a certificate of

this brochure. Some destinations also require visas – Kenya, Tanzania,

indemnity at the start of your stay.

Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Uganda. It is also advisable to ensure that you have a minimum of 2 blank facing pages, and to ensure that your passport has a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your intended stay (30 days for South Africa). However, before departing check with the nearest Consulate or Embassy of the countries you are visiting for any possible changes regarding the visa and entry requirements. This information is accurate at the time of going to press.

Driving (South Africa and Namibia only) Driving is on the left-hand side. Requirements for driving in South Africa and Namibia are a valid national licence provided that it carries a recent photograph and signature, or an International Driving Licence. In general, road conditions are good, although in both countries (especially Namibia) you will have to drive on sand/gravel roads at times. During the rainy season in Namibia (January-March) it is advisable to have a 4x4 vehicle. Along the main highways, petrol is available 24 hours a day in South Africa. In Namibia you are advised to fill up regularly as filling stations are infrequent in certain areas. Driving in South Africa and Namibia can be an adventurous affair, so travellers are advised to drive defensively. Always wear seatbelts. It is a law in both countries that back-seat passengers should wear their seatbelts as well. Cellular telephones are not allowed to be used in a car without a hands-free kit.

Weather Weather patterns around the world are becoming less reliable and any reference to climate and seasons in this brochure are intended as a broad guideline, to try and assist you in your choice of timing of your holiday.

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Booking Conditions 1. The Contract The following booking conditions form the basis of your contract with Africa Collection UK Limited (in accordance with English Law) whose registered office is Chancery House, 30 St Johns Road, Woking, Surrey GU21 7SA and the contract will be effective once we have issued a confirmation/invoice for a confirmed booking.

No verbal discussions can override or vary these Booking Conditions unless we confirm them in writing.

2. Your Financial Protection Holidays with flights: The air holidays and flights in our brochure and on our website are ATOL Protected, since we hold an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence granted by the Civil Aviation Authority.

Our ATOL number is ATOL 6514. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk.

When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

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Holidays without flights: In compliance with the UK Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 we protect all payments made to Africa Collection via our membership of ABTA (Y5882), in respect of the travel arrangements offered by Africa Collection UK Ltd and to cater where necessary for a refund of such monies and/or your repatriation to the UK in the unlikely event of our financial failure.

3. Payment For bookings made 8 weeks or more before the first service being provided a deposit of 15% of the total booking value is required. The balance of the payment is due no later than 8 weeks prior to the first service being provided. Failure to pay the balance by the date shown on your confirmation/invoice may result in your booking being cancelled, with cancellation charges applying. For bookings made within 8 weeks of the first service being provided, full payment is due at the time of booking. Please note that we levy a 2.0% charge to accept American Express cards, and a 2.0 % charge for all other credit card payments.

There is no charge for debit card payments (Maestro / Switch, Solo & Visa Delta). Cheques must be made payable to Africa Collection UK Ltd. We are not responsible for postal delays.

Please Note: In some instances airlines require full payment of the airfare at the time of booking & charge 100% of the airfare in the event of cancellation, and other service providers sometimes require larger than usual deposits (e.g. over peak periods) – you will be advised of such conditions at the time of booking. When a part payment equal to more than 15% is made prior to 8 weeks before the first service being provided, that part payment is deemed to then form the deposit for the purposes of section 5.

CANCELLATION BY YOU. 4. Price Prices are based upon the prevailing rates and conditions at the time of booking. We reserve the right to change our prices. Rates are subject to surcharges on government action, fuel and currency. We are obliged to absorb 2% of any surcharge. Should the price increase by more than 10% you will be entitled to cancel with a full refund of any money paid, provided you have advised Africa Collection within 14 days of the date of the revised confirmation / invoice.

The above conditions require financial commitment on our part therefore we regret, that in the event of the pound strengthening in value since the issue of our confirmation / invoice, no reductions will apply.

5. Cancellation by You The date of cancellation will be deemed to be the date we receive the written instructions of the cancellation. You will be liable for cancellation charges in accordance with the following scale, based on the number of days prior to the first service we have booked for you, of the date of cancellation:• Less than 15 days prior – 100% of total holiday cost • 28-15 days prior – 90% of total holiday cost • 41-29 days prior – 70% of total holiday cost • 55-42 days prior – 50% of total holiday cost • 56 days or more prior – loss of deposit Any variations or changes to these conditions are at the discretion of each service provider.

On occasion there may be a variation to the flight portion cancellation fee, as mentioned in section 3.PAYMENT – these are available on request.

If the reason for your cancellation is covered by your insurance policy you should be able to make a claim and recover your cancellation fee.

If you cancel a portion of your arrangements you will be charged the cancellation fee on the portion cancelled.

6. Amendments by You Any amendments made after the confirmation / invoice has been issued, but before the full balance has been paid will be charged at £ 25.00 per amendment, in addition to any fees levied by the individual service provider concerned. Any amendments made after the full balance has been settled (or is due to be settled) may be adjudged to be a cancellation and rebooking, and therefore potentially subject to the cancellation conditions shown in section 5. CANCELLATION BY YOU of these booking conditions. No credit or refund is available for any unused services once the arrangements have commenced.

7. Amendments by Us We reserve the right to make changes to your travel arrangements at any time, as may be occasionally necessary. If the change is minor we will do our best to notify you or your travel agent in advance but we are not obliged to do so.

Examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same or higher standard, changes of carriers. If the change is material or significant we will notify you as soon as is possible with your choice of alternative arrangements. Air transportation is by scheduled services. We reserve the right to substitute alternative airlines or aircraft types. Such alterations do not constitute a significant change to your travel arrangements and you will not therefore be entitled to cancel or change your travel arrangements, as a result.

Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to: (a) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. These terms are incorporated into this contract; and (b) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions. You can ask for copies of the transport contractual terms, or the international conventions, and these will be provided to you on request.

9. Force Majeure Africa Collection shall not be liable for any failure to perform the contract which is due to circumstances beyond the control of Africa Collection or our suppliers, including but not limited to; war; the threat of war; riot; civil strife; industrial dispute; terrorist activity and its consequences; natural &/or nuclear disaster; fire; adverse weather conditions; epidemics & pandemics; technical problems with transport; closure or congestion of airports, ports or roads.

10. Complaints and Arbitration Problems or dissatisfaction with any of the accommodation or services we have arranged for you should, in the first instance, be brought to the attention of the establishment or service provider manager. Failure to do so will limit the opportunities for Africa Collection to seek redress on your behalf. If you wish to follow up with Africa Collection, please do so within 21 days of your return to the UK. We are a member of ABTA, membership number Y5882. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of this contract.

The scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It is a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you for costs. The upper limit on claims is £5,000 per person and £25,000 per booking form. The scheme doesn’t apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. It can however deal with claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of the date of return from holiday. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. We are also members of AITO (the Association of Independent Tour Operators) who operate a similar scheme, further information can be found at www.aito.co.uk.

12. Passport, Visa and Immigration Requirements Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements.

13. Travel Insurance We strongly advise that you have adequate insurance cover in place at the time of making your booking. Your insurance should include cover for cancellation or curtailment of your holiday as well as the cost of repatriation in the event of death, accident, injury or illness.

14. Brochure and/or Website Accuracy and Images Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in our brochure and on our website is accurate, and that the images used reflect the current appearance of the hotel and its surroundings. However, please bear in mind that the brochure may have been produced some time before you travel, and that hotels and their surroundings change periodically, sometimes without our knowledge. E&OE.

11. Bookings made through a Travel Agent If you book through an agent, any money that the agent accepts from you is held by that agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times but subject to the agent’s obligation to pay this to us for so long as we do not fail. If we fail, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted by the agent, will be held by the agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us.

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8. Our Liability to You If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will take the appropriate measures. However we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall.

Our liability, except in cases of death, bodily injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of 1.5 times the cost of your travel arrangements.

Any such claims must be notified in writing within 60 days and it is a condition that you give Africa Collection and our insurers your full co-operation, as well as assigning your rights to pursue any third party.

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Southern and East Africa

Angola East Africa Caprivi Strip Etosha National Park

Mahagi

Kenya

Uganda

PA G E 7 8

Parc National des Volcans Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Kigali

Skeleton Coast

Mount Kenya NP

Lake Nakuru NP

Rwanda

Masai Mara

PA G E 4 6

Okonjima

Laikipia Plateau

Kampala

Namibia

Damaraland

Swakopmund

Windhoek

Lake Naivasha

Nairobi

Lamu Island Amboseli NP Mount Kilimanjaro Ngorongoro Crater Watamu Arusha Mombasa Tarangire Msambweni

Namib Naukluft Park

Serengeti NP

Bukavu

Burundi Lake Tanganyika

Kalemie Mahale

Tanzania PA G E 6 8

Mariental

Sossusvlei

Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park

Luderitz Fish River Canyon

Zanzibar Town Dar es Salaam

Katavi NP

Springbok

Ruaha NP

Selous Reserve

Zambia

Nyika NP

Mtwara

Western Cape

Mzuzu North Luangua NP

Mozambique

Stellenbosch Cape Town

Franschhoek Hermanus

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Atlantic Ocean

MAP

South Luangwa National Park

Zambia

Likoma Island

Quirimbas Archipelago

PA G E 6 2

Pemba

Lilongwe Lusaka

Kafue National Park

Lake Kariba Kasane Livingstone

Malawi

Lower Zambezi National Park Mana Pools

Harare

Victoria Falls

Chobe National Park Okavango Delta and Moremi Wildlife Reserve

Zimbabwe

Hwange National Park

Maun

Blantyre

Mozambique PA G E 8 5

Chinde

PA G E 4 4

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Bulawayo

Beira

Bazaruto Archipelago

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

Tuli Vilanculos

Botswana PA G E 5 4

Gaborone

Limpopo Province Hazyview

Madikwe Game Reserve

Kruger National Park

Mpumalanga Maputo North West Province Gauteng Johannesburg

Swaziland

South Africa

Greater St Lucia Wetland Park

PA G E 8

Kimberley

Free State

Lesotho

Drakensberg

PA G E 8 8

Merville Beach Lux* Grande Gaube Trou Aux Biches Le Victoria The Oberoi Port Louis

Wild Coast

Port Elizabeth

Mahe

Seychelles

Durban

Eastern Cape

Oudtshoorn

La Digue Silhouette

Kwazulu Natal

Bloemfontein

Northern Cape

Praslin

Mauritius PA G E 7 8

Knysna

Paul et Virginie Lux* Beau Rivage

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Paradis Dinarobin Lux* Le Morne

Shandrani

Plettenberg Bay

Tamassa

Indian Ocean

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Reservations and Contacts We hope that the products and services in this brochure are of interest to you and have whetted your appetite to visit this wonderful region.

For more information on the products and services offered

by Africa Collection visit www.africacollection.com Or for reservations and a detailed quotation or proposed itinerary: Telephone

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Alternatively please consult your local independent travel professional.

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