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South Africa * Swaziland *
Zululand * Mozambique
14 Day Budget Safari & Cultural Experience
The Highlights -
Kruger National Park - Swaziland - Zululand - Moçambique's tropical beaches
The major highlight of this cultural journey and safari is the chance to
travel in the magnificent Kruger NP, Africa's oldest national park. The park
includes all the major species. Plus a cultural exchange with the very
friendly people of the Kingdom of Swaziland and Zululand. And if that was not
enough to satisfy you, there is the white sand beaches of Mozambique, where
you may swim with dolphins, whale sharks and turtles.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Johannesburg - Swaziland Reserve
We
depart at 06h30 from the Randburg Towers in Randburg, north of Johannesburg,
and travel to the Kingdom of Swaziland. The smallest country in the southern
hemisphere, this monarchy, is known for its friendly people and beautiful
traditional crafts. We stay in a Game Reserve, part of a conservation plan
initiated and overseen by the king himself. (All meals).
Days 2 &
3: Zululand - Hluhluwe / Umfolozi Reserve
From our base in
Zululand we safari in the famous Hluhluwe / Umfolozi Reserve, where a very big
contribution was made to saving the endangered rhino. The area is rich in
culture and wildlife and we will meet all. (All meals).
Day 4: Swaziland
We travel up the eastern
flank of Swaziland to reach Mbuluzi Reserve which forms part of the Lubombo
Conservancy - nestled against the foothills of the Lubombo Mountains.
Wildlife watching in this beautifull area. (All meals).
Day 5: Praia Do
Bilene - Mocambique
We cross
the border into Moçambique, to our camp under an expansive canopy of shady
trees alongside the Bilene lagoons. We relax and explore the small town
nearby. (All meals).
Days 6-9:
Inhambane Peninsular - Mocambique
We
travel further north past numerous local fishing villages, lagoons and
beautiful scenery. Through Inhambane town, one of Moçambique’s oldest and most
charming towns with its picturesque dhows, before reaching the beautiful
beaches of Inhambane Peninsular. We camp at one of Inhambane’s tropical
resorts situated next to the azure ocean, amid sand dunes and palm groves. The
days are spent relaxing or enjoying one of the many optional excursions on
offer, including diving and snorkelling. (All meals).
Day 10:
Casa Lisa
- Mocambique
Retracing our steps southwards, the colourful and vibrant local
markets, the social and economic hub of life in the towns and villages,
provide the visitor with an insight into the richness of local culture. Our
camp at Casa Lisa is situated north of Maputo. (All meals).
Days
11-13: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
We
travel to Kruger National Park, one of the oldest game reserves in Africa,
where we spend our time exploring the park on early morning and late
afternoon animal viewing drives observing numerous species of animals and
birds. We relax in camp during mid day. (All meals).
Day 14: Johannesburg
We return to the Randburg
Towers, Johannesburg at about16h00. (Breakfast and lunch).
The itinerary may need to be amended to suit conditions in each locality.
Tour Type: Participatory
Camping - you have to do some chores.
Accommodation:
13 Nights camping.
Meals:
All meals when camping.
Group Size:
8-16 participants.
Sleeping Bag Hire:
EURO 22 / GB£19 / US$35 per week – must be booked in advance.
Transfers:
Transfers in Johannesburg (EURO 50 / GB£39 /
US$73 pp) must be booked in advance.
Important:
Only recommended for participants who are quite active.
Local Payment:
A small sum in cash (payable in Euro 100 or US$120 only) is needed at the
start of the trip to cover camp site fees in Mozambique, see below.
POSSIBLE OPTIONAL EXTRAS
(booked locally)
· Night drive in Kruger National Park
· Horse riding in Mozambique
· Scuba diving & snorkelling from the beaches of Moçambique
· Ocean Safaris & quad biking in Moçambique
· Dhow/boat trip across Inhambane bay
Code
Start Monday (JNB)
End Sunday
(JNB)
LP8 01st August
05 14th
August 05
LP9 05th
September 05
18th September 05
LP10
03rd October 05 16th
October 05
LP11 07th November 05
20th November 05
LP12 23rd
December 05 05th
January 06
2005 Price Per Person:
EURO 1063 / GB£775 / US$1375 on a shared basis +
Local Payment: EURO
100 / US$120
email for availability
Visa
A visa
is not required for British and US Passport holders for most tourism purposes.
Personal Insurance
Comprehensive personal insurance is recommended.
Travel Insurance
Comprehensive personal insurance, including search and rescue is required on
this trip. We recommend the BMC policies www.thebmc.co.uk

