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COUNTRIES VISITED: SOUTH AFRICA, LESOTHO, SWAZILAND
DAY 1/2 HOGSBACK
We depart from Port Elizabeth Airport towards the Forest area of Hogsback. The following day your guides will lead you on a relaxing hike in the surrounding forest. Optional Activities: Horse riding, mountain biking
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3/4 LESOTHO
Today we leave South Africa and enter Lesotho. The next day we get up early and those going on the Pony Trekking will ride into the remote hills of Lesotho accompanied by local guides. If you remain behind you can visit the local village or craft market. Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5/6 SOUTH AFRICA – DRAKENSBERG
We return to South Africa where we drive to the Royal Natal NP. We spend the next two days exploring mountain paths and enjoying the beauty the Drakensberg. Optional Activities: Horse Riding, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 KWA-ZULU NATAL COAST - DURBAN
Our journey takes us through some amazing scenery on our way down to the Kwa Zulu Natal coast. In the late afternoon we enter Durban. This evening it is possible to go out for a meal at one of the excellent Indian restaurants. Optional Activities: Dinner and night out in the city.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8 iSIMANGALISO (GREATER ST LUCIA) WETLAND PARKWETLAND PARK
We drive up along the Kwa Zulu Natal coast to the well -known Greater St Lucia Wetland Park. We take a boat cruise on the lagoon and will spend tonight near this amazing wetland. Optional Activities: Traditional Zulu Village visit.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9/10 SWAZILAND – MLILWANE WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Today on our way to Swaziland we take a morning game drive in Hluhluwe/Umfolozi NP. We enter Swaziland where we will experience some more of Southern Africa’s cultural diversity. Optional Activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horse Riding.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11/12 SOUTH AFRICA - KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
We return to South Africa and drive to the Kruger NP for two unforgettable days of game viewing. Kruger National Park is home to Africa’s Big 5 as well as a multitude of other beautiful African animals, both small and large. Optional Activities: Night Drive and Dawn Game Walk.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 13 WILDLIFE REHABILITATION CENTRE
With our minds full of memories of the most famous nature conservation area in the world, we leave the Park. En route to tonight’s camp we visit a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 14 JOHANNESBURG
On the last day we enjoy the Panorama Route visiting Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and God’s Window before our arrival in Johannesburg. Although the tour has ended it is quite common for the group to spend this last evening together at one of Johannesburg’s excellent restaurants. Optional Activities: Morning Shangaan Village visit and Dinner Out.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Recent comments regarding this tour from travellers:
"Thanks to Ray and Simba who made me feel very comfortable on the Journey." - Ben (2009)
“I had a lovely time. The price is great value for money and I would do another tour again!" - Elise (2009)
“Food is excellent. Trip feels a bit rushed, everything feels like a pitstop. Guides are excellent + very friendly + helpful!" - Gretchen (2009)
“Bumby but to be expected." - Jennifer (2009)
"George: Fantastic Guide, terrific game driving. Thanks for showing us the lion! Would have liked to see more Kudus though :-) Charl: Fabulous cooking + informative! Soccer skills not so great :-)" - Melissa (2009)
“Would like fresh fruit/vegetables more often" - David (2009)
"Johan and Prosper were great guides. Johan provided us with lots of interesting information and leaded the tour very professional!” - Phil (2009)
“Sometimes the tour rushes too fast from one place to another. At nice Campsites you should stay longer without specific activities.” - Christian (2009)
"Sunset drive in Kruger, it filled me with emotions." - Valeria (2009)
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"Had an awesome time! Thanks very much to Jan & Vessel - everything was perfect!!" - Emily (2009)
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”I had a great time but there are some things to work with: Waterproof tents. Our tents were not waterproof. Even though the rain cover didn’t touch the inner tent, water was dripping into the tents. That’s not good enough.” - Carolina (2009)
"The route was nice but I think there were too many people on the truck! I think it would be better and more comfortable if there are less people!" - Andrew (2009)
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“The entire route was amazing and great people on the bus!" - Sally (2009)
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