Days 9 & 10: Wild Coast, South AfricaToday your overland adventure tour travels into an area once designated as a Tribal Homeland during the Apartheid era (Transkei). Nelson Mandela was born here, and your route takes you past both his birthplace and the holiday house he built to replicate his prison house. You arrive at your remote, secluded resort in the afternoon, where you will spend 2 nights. A full day will be spent on the beach enjoying the sea, sand, sun and surf.
A hike will be conducted along the Wild Coast. Accommodation is part of a rural community project and is rustic and clients may be expected to share more than 2 per bungalow. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. Days 11 & 12: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaToday you pass through the scenic hills of the Eastern Cape, dotted with rural villages where women work in the fields and men tend to their cows as they have for centuries. Your journey takes you past the many resorts of the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast before entering Durban- South Africa's holiday city and home to Africa's busiest harbour.
Your accommodation for the next 2 nights is just north of Durban at the Drifter's Dolphin Coast Inn, situated right on the beach. This is the ideal place to relax and unwind after the many days of traveling. Tonight you enjoy a braai (barbecue) on the patio before falling asleep to the sound of the crashing waves. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. Day 13: Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, South AfricaToday you depart from Durban and fly to O.R Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. You depart the airport in a 7 seater, air conditioned shuttle making your way to the famous Kruger National Park. Upon arrival at the Kruger National Park, your African safari guide will be waiting to greet you with a refreshing welcome drink. After a briefing you will enjoy your first exciting game drive in an open safari vehicle. After dinner you retire to your bungalow for your first night in the bush. Dinner is included. Days 14 -16: Kruger National Park, South AfricaWake up before sunrise to a steaming cup of tea and coffee with rusks before heading out on a morning game drive. Game viewing is best in the early mornings and you are sure to have excellent sightings. Your tour will provide you with the opportunity to experience the fascinating wildlife of the Park in open 4X4 safari vehicles.
You return to your restcamp for a delicious brunch. During the heat of the day you can use this time to relax, enjoy an afternoon siesta in your bungalow, stroll down to a lookout point for some quiet time, or even stock up on some gifts from the curio shop. The rest of the afternoon will be spent on game drives where your knowledgeable guide will teach you all about the wonders of the bush. The birdlife in the Kruger Park is spectacular. During your game drive, keep an eye out for the magnificent Big Five. Other common sightings include Hippo, Wild Dog, Hyena and Crocodile.
After the 1-2 hour game drive you meet up with the Kruger Park rangers for an exciting night game drive to see the nocturnally active animals of the Park. Upon return you will be treated to an exquisite bush dinner served around a roaring camp fire under the beautiful African night sky. Discuss the day’s sightings with your safari guide and let the magic of the night seep into your soul. Brunch, afternoon snacks and dinner is included. Day 17 - 20: Kruger National Park, South AfricaToday you travel to a lovely lodge in Kruger National Park where you will spend the next 3 nights in comfort and style. Experience the thrill of the wild on exciting morning and afternoon game drives before your transfer back to Johannesburg. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. Day 21: Kruger National Park to Johannesburg, South AfricaToday you bid farewell to the Kruger National Park and your African safari guides. You enjoy a final game drive and say goodbye to the creatures of the wild. You will then be transferred to Johannesburg in a luxury, air conditioned vehicle for your flight to the Victoria Falls. Brunch is included. Days 22 - 24: Victoria Falls, ZimbabweYou will spend the next 3 days of your overland adventure tour at Imbalala Safari Lodge in Victoria Falls where you will enjoy great game viewing close to the Falls and Chobe. Partake in many game activities, including game drives, game walks, river cruises and fishing. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included. Day 25: Tour endsToday you depart the Victoria Falls after breakfast for your flight back to Johannesburg. |