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South Africa: Johannesburg - Swaziland: Hlane Royal National Park - Mozambique: Praia do Tofo - Vilankulo - Bazaruto Archipelago (optional) - Inhambane - Maputo - South Africa: Kruger National Park - Blyde River Canyon - God's Window - Bourke's Luck Potholes
Day 1 South Africa - Swaziland - Hlane Royal National Park
Leaving Johannesburg early, we travel through the Mpumalanga province to Swaziland. After crossing the border we enter Hlane Royal NP, a huge nature reserve, home to lion, elephant and white rhino. Optional Activities: Hiking, Mountian Biking, Game drive, Lion Tour.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 Hlane Royal National Park
At over 30000 hectares Hlane is Swaziland’s largest protected area. Originally the private hunting area of the Swazi Royal family the area is now held in trust and managed by Big Game Parks. As the lions are housed in a fenced enclosure it is possible to hike inside the park. After a day’s exploring there is an included display of traditional Swazi dancing following dinner. Optional Activities: Hiking, Mountian Biking, Game drive, Lion Tour.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Mozambique – Praia do Tofo
We cross into Mozambique. Travelling north you can’t help but be captivated by the beautiful coastal scenery before arriving in Praia do Tofo and our campsite for the next two nights. Whether you just want to relax on the white sandy beaches or take on some of Africa’s most amazing diving and snorkelling spots, there’s plenty on offer in Tofo. Optional Activities: Snorkelling, Scuba Diving and Surfing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Praia do Tofo
In season Tofo is one of the world’s best sites for the viewing of the world’s largest fish, the Whale Shark. This entire day is free so that you can go snorklelling, scuba diving or just relax on the beautiful white sandy beach.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Vilanculos
The Bazaruto Archipelago is Mozambique’s premier destination and it’s not hard to understand why. A protected area, the sea-life here is spectacular and snorkelling at one of the reefs is one of the best ways to enjoy it. On the way to Vilanculos we will be stopping at a local craft market for a little souvenir shopping. Optional Activities: Snorkelling, Horse Riding.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Bazaruto Archipelago National Park Excursion
The Bazaruto excursion is taken on the traditional sailing vessel of the African East Coast, the Dhow. We sail out to the islands and have the opportunity to snorkel, swim and relax over these 2 days. The Bazaruto is one of Southern Africa’s largest marine parks. We will overnight at a camp on the beach in our tents.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Bazaruto Archipelago National Park Excursion
The second day of this oceanic excursion is again spent exploring the crystal clear waters of the Indian ocean and the abundant sea-life it supports. On rare occasions the weather may be unfavourable and in this case the Dhow will be replaced with a more conventional vessel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8/9 Inhambane
Today we travel through coconut plantations to the old Portuguese settlement of Inhambane. This coastal region is very relaxing and boasts incredible beaches. There are many optional activities available here from fishing to horse riding. Optional Activities: Scuba Diving, Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Snorkelling, Fishing, Boat Cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 Maputo
We return south to Mozambique’s capital, Maputo, where we take a city tour including the Fort of Nossa Senhora da Conceiao, and the Central Railway Station. Mozambique gained full independence from the Portuguese in 1975, but only gained political stability in more recent times and is undergoing a major upgrade as the country’s economy grows.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11/12 South Africa – Kruger National Park
Today we return to South Africa to the world famous Kruger National Park, where we hope to spot Africa’s Big 5. The Kruger Park is the most famous nature conservation area in the world. Two nights are spent in this magnificent area enjoying African wildlife. Informative dawn game walks and night drives (accompanied by a ranger) are offered as an optional extra. Optional Activities: SANP Night Drive and Dawn Game Walks (Subject to availability).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
We move to the greater Kruger area today and visit Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, where animals are being re-educated before being released back in to the wild. In the evening we enjoy a traditional song and dance evening along with a typical South African meal.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 Panorama Route - Johannesburg
Early in the morning we take a walk with a local expert in the Timbavati wildlife area bordering the Kruger National Park, there is nothing like seeing the animals up close! Travelling along the Panorama Route we stop at Blyde River Canyon and Bourkes Luck Potholes. The tour ends on arrival in Johannesburg. Johannesburg has many excellent restaurants and the group often spends this evening together. Optional Activities: Dinner out
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Safari Facts
Price 2012: Camping ex Johannesburg EUR 1055 + EUR 195 (for the Activity Package, which includes all acitivites that are mentioned as included in the itinerary, except for the optional activities)
Price 2012: Accommodated ex Johannesburg EUR 1275 + EUR 280 (for the Activity Package, which includes all acitivites that are mentioned as included in the itinerary, except for the optional activities)
Start in Johannesburg/South Africa
End in Johannesburg/South Africa
Meals B x 13, L x 14, D x 13
Tour in english
Accommodation: Participatory camping in twin share tents
Transport: Overland truck
Departure Dates 2012 - Camping Safari
12-Mar-2012 - 25-Mar-2012 (G) = with german speaking translator and english speaking guide
26-Mar-2012 - 08-Apr-2012
09-Apr-2012 - 22-Apr-2012
23-Apr-2012 - 06-May-2012 (G)
07-May-2012 - 20-May-2012
21-May-2012 - 03-Jun-2012
04-Jun-2012 - 17-Jun-2012 (G)
18-Jun-2012 - 01-Jul-2012
02-Jul-2012 - 15-Jul-2012
16-Jul-2012 - 29-Jul-2012 (G)
30-Jul-2012 - 12-Aug-2012
13-Aug-2012 - 26-Aug-2012
27-Aug-2012 - 09-Sep-2012 (G)
10-Sep-2012 - 23-Sep-2012
24-Sep-2012 - 07-Oct-2012
08-Oct-2012 - 21-Oct-2012 (G)
22-Oct-2012 - 04-Nov-2012
05-Nov-2012 - 18-Nov-2012
19-Nov-2012 - 02-Dec-2012 (G)
03-Dec-2012 - 16-Dec-2012
17-Dec-2012 - 30-Dec-2012
31-Dec-2012 - 13-Jan-2013 (G)
Departure Dates 2012 - Accommodated Safari
12-Mar-2012 - 25-Mar-2012 (G)
26-Mar-2012 - 08-Apr-2012
09-Apr-2012 - 22-Apr-2012
23-Apr-2012 - 06-May-2012 (G)
07-May-2012 - 20-May-2012
21-May-2012 - 03-Jun-2012
04-Jun-2012 - 17-Jun-2012 (G)
18-Jun-2012 - 01-Jul-2012
02-Jul-2012 - 15-Jul-2012
16-Jul-2012 - 29-Jul-2012 (G)
30-Jul-2012 - 12-Aug-2012
13-Aug-2012 - 26-Aug-2012
27-Aug-2012 - 09-Sep-2012 (G)
10-Sep-2012 - 23-Sep-2012
24-Sep-2012 - 07-Oct-2012
08-Oct-2012 - 21-Oct-2012 (G)
22-Oct-2012 - 04-Nov-2012
05-Nov-2012 - 18-Nov-2012
19-Nov-2012 - 02-Dec-2012 (G)
03-Dec-2012 - 16-Dec-2012
17-Dec-2012 - 30-Dec-2012
31-Dec-2012 - 13-Jan-2013 (G)
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