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Our Trip Styles
Global Xplorers offer many different types or styles of travel - styles that share a common philosophy of getting out there and experiencing the real world - and yet styles that are quite different from each other. With so many different travel styles to choose from, there is a real life experience out there for everyone. The Global Xplorers planet is your oyster!
GE Family
GE Active
GE Short Breaks
GE Overland
GE Special GroupsGE OUT Travel
GE Urban Adventures
GE Safaris
GE Scuba Diving Adventures
Sweet Chili Events
All our options can be converted from basic to 5* luxury – it all depends on your ideas, choice and budget.
Below are some options we offer and that could be adjusted to your specific travel needs.
GE Original
Small group adventures. Original trips are all about variety: the places, the people, the activities, and even the accommodation and transport we use. From home stays to market trips to visits to community projects, there's a new experience every day, with many activities included.
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Group size:- Maximum 12 travellers who can be of all ages and from all corners of the world.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced leader accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- Clean and comfortable but simple - variety and character are the hallmarks we seek.
Transport:- Anything and everything that moves and adds to the adventure! Usually local transport.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Some inclusions and some free time - great flexibility.
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed, subject to booking conditions.
Single supplement:- Not available. Single travellers share with someone of the same gender.
GE Basic
The best value adventures on the planet! On a Basic trip, you can expect some amazing experiences, but none of the inclusions or 'extras' that you may not want. This means simple and often multishare accommodation and a lot of local transport. These trips are ideal for first time travellers seeking fun and independence with the security of a group leader at hand and for backpackers wanting minimum hassle and maximum flexibility at the lowest possible price.
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Group size:- Often larger than our Original style to keep prices lower, the group size varies from trip to trip depending on local conditions. You'll find the maximum group size of each trip in the facts box with each trip.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced leader accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- Usually very simple, often multi-share and sometimes basic. The emphasis is on the journey, not the accommodation. Simple guesthouses, hotels, home stays and National Park lodges to name a few.
Transport:- You name it - we use it. Usually local transport but you never know when you'll find yourself riding a camel or paddling a kayak.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Few inclusions, lots of options, maximum flexibility.
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed, subject to booking conditions.
Single supplement:- Not available. Single travellers share with someone of the same gender.
GE Comfort
Comfort and is your kind of style if you want a few little extras, but don't want to compromise on the whole grassroots travel experience. You get to stay in better hotels and guesthouses, all with plenty of local character, and may travel in private transport as well as joining locals on public transport. You're as likely to find yourself paddling a kayak as relaxing on a cruise along the Yangtze River. These are real life experiences, just with a softer landing. And all for just a little more than our Original adventures.
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Group size:- Maximum 12 travellers who can be of all ages and from all corners of the world.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced leader accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- Its all about combining comfort and character - average 3 star.
Transport:- Usually private charter, with occasional local transport.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Some meals, sightseeing and activities are included.
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed, subject to booking conditions.
Single supplement:- Single travellers can share with someone of the same gender or pay a single supplement. The choice is yours.
GE Luxury
5* Luxury holidays, short breaks, trips and/or safaris are small, private adventures that offer the freedom and flexibility of luxury travel while removing all the hassles of making your own travelling arrangements. With plenty of opportunity to still have a real life experience while visiting your amazing destination. Our exclusive global options cover the most beautiful countries - holiday in luxurious opulence and hospitality. We focus on top class service for small travel parties who require personal service and comfort. Escorted holidays from the best of Paris to a wild African Safari! We only select the finest hotels in the most stunning locations for our luxury holidays and with a wide range of 5 star and luxury hotels and B&B’s to suit every need. At different times in our lives, we need a different travel experience to restore us. Family beach holidays, unforgettable honeymoons, spectacular villas, safaris or adventures off the beaten track, we do it all.
Key Features ↓
Completely tailor made or pre designed packages/specials available.
GE Business
The business world continues to move forward at a very fast pace. Arranging business meetings, corporate retreats and events, and trade shows all can take up valuable money making time. There are some ways to make it less of an inconvenience – let us arrange the A-Z of your next business holiday/trip anywhere!
Key Features ↓
Completely tailor made to suit your business needs and travel agenda.
GE Family
A long way from the typical 'child friendly holiday', Family adventures give your kids a chance to discover the world as you do. And the best thing is there's just as much for parents to enjoy too. NOTE: this is not a babysitting service; far from it, these trips are an opportunity to spend time together in a truly stimulating way. And with the security of an experienced team leader on hand, you don't need to be well travelled - just ready for adventure!
Key Features ↓
Group size:- Maximum 14 travellers.
Travellers:- Children must be in age range 5 - 17 years old. No adult can travel without children. Maximum of 2 adults per child.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced leader accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- Comfortable and clean, but simple - lots of variety!
Transport:- A mix of private and local transport.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- A great balance of inclusions and free time!
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed, subject to booking conditions.
Single supplement:- These trips are designed for families; at least one parent/guardian and one child must travel. Minimum age is 5 years.
GE Active
Thrilling adventures is the simplest way to describe these trips. As you'd expect, activity is the key. Though we're talking cycling, kayaking and walking rather than rock climbing or paragliding - we'll leave the extreme sports to the experts! Active trips offer real life experiences, combining a challenging day's hike, say, with a night's stay in a hill tribe village. You don't need to be super fit for all Active trips, but they're ideal if you want a physical challenge along with plenty of cultural interaction.
Key Features ↓
Group size:- Maximum 12 travellers who can be of all ages and from all corners of the world.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced leader accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- Clean and comfortable but simple - variety and character are the hallmarks we seek.
Transport:- Anything and everything that moves and adds to the adventure! Usually local transport.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Some inclusions and some free time - great flexibility.
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed, subject to booking conditions.
Single supplement:- Not available. Single travellers share with someone of the same gender.
GE Short Breaks
Free spirited adventures. Short Breaks are small group adventures that offer the freedom and flexibility of independent travel while removing some of the hassles of travelling on your own. With plenty of opportunity to have a real life experience or two along the way these trips are a great add on to a longer adventure, or just a short break in an amazing destination.
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Group size:- Minimum 1-2 travellers on a "Join In" basis.
Group leader:- Yes, an English speaking local guide for sightseeing components.
Accommodation:- Generally tourist class unless specified.
Transport:- Usually private charter unless specified.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- This varies according to the trip.
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed, some exceptions may apply please refer to trip notes.
Single supplement:- Compulsory
GE Overland
Big adventures through big landscapes; whether it's a road trip along world famous highways or an off the beaten track adventure along rugged roads, on an Overland adventure you'll experience the sights, sounds and smells of the world up close. Travelling in purpose built vehicles you'll explore bustling cities or isolated communities, search for wildlife, visit vast national parks, and see changing landscapes and camp in tents. On an Overland journey you're more than just a passenger, you're part of the crew, pitching in to set up camp, shop for food and even cook. And, like all great adventures, the more you put in the more you'll get out!
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Group size:- Due to the size of our vehicles, the maximum group size of Overland journeys is between 13-24 travellers, depending on the destination. You'll find the maximum group size of each trip in the facts box with each trip.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced leader/driver and sometimes a campmaster or cook accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- Sleeping mostly in shared tents, but sometimes in hotels or swags, you'll be staying close to nature and all her amazing sights. Camping is usually participatory and you'll be required to set up camp.
Transport:- Travelling on purpose built safari vehicles, designed for rough conditions. For North America trips minivans are used.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Depending on the destination, most meals and group activities are included while camping. Please check specific trip notes for inclusions.
Departure:- For some trips departure is guaranteed with a minimum of 4 travellers.
Single supplement:- Not available. Single travellers share with someone of the same gender.
GE Special Groups
If you, your friends, family or organisation would like a real life experience but would prefer to travel in a private group, the talented Special Groups Department will be able to help.
For groups of 10 people or more we can organise a special departure of one of our advertised trips just for you or tailor-make an itinerary to one of our destinations around the world. If you have a special requirement, that’s no problem either - we can give your trip an educational, physical or even an historical focus!
Key Features ↓
Group size:- Minimum of 10 travellers. Maximum group size will vary depending on your requirements. Average group size is 12 people.
Group leader:- Yes. A leader accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- Choose the style to suit your needs, we can offer Intrepid Basix, Original or Comfort standard accommodation - its all about combining comfort and character.
Transport:- Depending on the itinerary - may include domestic flights, overnight train or boat journey. We can arrange the roundtrip airport to hotel transfe
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Let us know how many meals you would like included. We can add activities to suit your group's needs - whether you are looking for an educational or cultural experience or have a special interest.
Single supplement:- Optional. Please let us know if you would like to give us a single supplement cost.
GE Out Travel
OUT Adventures are for gay and lesbian travellers and their family and friends who want to experience the world at the grassroots level while surrounded by like-minded people. No matter what style of travel you're after, there's an OUT Adventure to suit every interest and comfort level - Active, Comfort, Family, Independent and a premium level of travel, In Style. Whichever style you choose, these adventures are a great way to get OUT and experience the real world.
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Group size:- Maximum 12-14 travellers who can be of all ages and from all corners of the world.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced gay or gay friendly leader accompanies every trip except OUT Independent Adventures.
Accommodation:- It's all about combining comfort and character - usually 3-5 star locally owned hotels or bed and breakfasts, depending on trip.
Transport:- A mix of private charter and local transport.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Some meals, sightseeing and activities are included.
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed with a minimum of 6 passengers.
Single supplement:- On some trips single travellers can share with someone of the same gender or pay a single supplement. On other trips, single travellers will share with someone of the same gender.
GE Urban Adventures
Urban Adventures are city tours that unlock the hidden secrets in and around our favourite cities. They range from 3 hour to 1 day adventures and uncover back streets, hidden gems and fascinating sights. While these adventures may be short, they're big on real life experiences. Step into the lives of the locals, find out what makes the city tick and get acquainted with the food and culture, all in the company of an expert local guide. See more than just the usual sights on an Urban Adventure.
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Group size:- Minimum 1 - 2 travellers.
Group leader:- Yes. An experienced local guide accompanies every trip.
Accommodation:- When accommodation is part of the adventure, you can be sure it has plenty of local character, whether it's a homestay, guesthouse or hotel.
Transport:- A mix of private and local transport.
Inclusions (meals, activities, sightseeing etc.):- Some meals, sightseeing and activities are included.
Departure:- Departure is guaranteed, subject to booking conditions.
Single supplement:- When accommodation is included a single supplement is compulsory for solo travellers.
GE Safaris
Africa, land of sunlight, space and splendor. A land where elephant, lion, eagles and even the little dung beetle dictates the rhythm of survival, she stamps her imprint on your soul like nowhere else on earth. South Africa, Angola, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania and Kenya conjure powerful images of the African continent. Luxury Safari holidays in Africa with its abundant wildlife, scenic grandeur, unsurpassed adventures, and varied cultural splendors - all these elements combining to give you a distinctive glimpse into this unique continent. Global-Xplorers, your one-stop safari in Africa website and information guide, where planning and booking your safari holidays and accommodation packages is made that much easier. Our aim is to provide a pure African experience and provide you our client; with the very best that Africa has to offer.
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Completely tailor made or pre designed packages/specials available.
GE Scuba Adventures
Are you looking for that scuba diving vacation and adventure you have been talking about forever? From the blue waters of the Caribbean, Costa Rica or Thailand, the Great Barrier Reef to the warm Indian Ocean waters of Mozambique and South Africa. We offer scuba diving adventure vacations for all ages from the beginner to the experienced diver. No crowds, no itineraries, nothing to do but take a deep breath, relax and enjoy your dive! See you in the water …
Key Features ↓
Completely tailor made or pre designed packages/specials available.
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| Comfort Vietnam Experience Egypt Experience Inca Encounter Majestic Peru Classic Cambodia |
Overlanding Serengeti Trail Road to Zanzibar Kenya Wildlife Safari Jo'Burg to Vic Falls Cape Town to Vic Falls |
Adventures Route 66 Western Sun Alaskan Dream Maya Highlights Andes and the Amazon |
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| South America Peru Encompassed Inca Trail Inca Trail Express Majestic Peru Sacred Land of the Incas |
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| From within South America, the top destinations were: 1st – Vietnam 2nd – Thailand 3rd – Europe 4th – Australia 5th – South Africa |
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| South Africa Kruger Adventure Kruger Lodge Experience Jo’burg to Vic Falls Road to Zanzibar Vic Falls to Cape Town |
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| From within Southern Africa, the most famous trips: 1st – Serengeti Trail 2nd – Heart of Cambodia 3rd – Vietnam Unplugged 4th – Colours of Morocco |
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Global-Xplorers is dedicated to offering you a wide choice of the best tours, trips, safaris and adventures available. We hand pick our tour operators, accommodation options and outsource only the best suppliers to ensure that your dream vacation is perfect.
We offer a wealth of adventure tour destinations to inspire the imagination. Let us help turn your dream trip, into an adventure reality and ultimately an experience of a lifetime! Our options are about cultural and environmental respect and enjoyment – responsible travel is our motto.
Global-Xplorers carbon reduction strategy has three approaches of endeavouring to:
• Reduce our carbon emissions where possible;
• Educate our staff, travellers and suppliers on ways they can pro-actively reduce emissions and their environmental impacts; and
• Assess the balance of emissions and offset them through investment into sound carbon offset schemes.
Safety & Security
The safety of our passengers, leaders and operators is a major priority of Global-xplorers. With this in mind we monitor world events very closely. Global-xplorers makes operational decisions based on informed advice from a number of sources...
Booking Conditions
Please take the time to read and understand the conditions of booking set out below prior to booking a trip with Safari4x4Hire/Global-Xplorers. We strongly recommend that you also read the Trip Notes relating to your trip prior to booking to ensure that you understand the itinerary and style of the trip you are undertaking.
Current Specials & Favourites
We regularly offer 20% off. If you are ready to travel we have some great deals for you! Please note that these trips must be paid in full at the time of booking.
3 Day Kruger & Private Game Lodge Experience
| TOUR COST | ZAR 4 200.00 sharing ZAR 4 950.00 single Terms & Conditions apply |
| INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS | South Africa - Big Five Afternoon/Evening Game Drive in open 4x4 vehicles - Full Day Game Drive in Kruger Park with open 4x4 vehicle - Nature Walk - Visit to the Blyde River Canyon - Private Game Reserve |
| DEPARTS | Daily departures |
| COUNTRIES VISITED | South Africa (Kruger Park) Mpumalanga & Limpopo Province |
| MEALS | Day 1 D Day 2 BD Day 3 B |
| ACCOMMODATION | Private Game Lodge in en-suite chalets or Luxury Safari Tents |
| VEHICLE | Luxury air-conditioned microbus to and from the Kruger Park Open 4x4 safari vehicles for all game drives in the Kruger Park & Private Reserve |
| GE PROVIDES | All ground transportation, services of experienced qualified driver/guide, all included highlights, meals as specified on itinerary, entrance fees & accommodation per itinerary |
| NOT INCLUDED | Travel Insurance, flights, items of a personal nature, drinks & optional activities |
| PARTICIPATION | No participation |
| NOTE | This tour has full pre-departure information available to help you prepare for your trip, please ensure you receive it from your travel agent |
VIEW ITINERARY ↓
Day 1 Private Reserve South Africa
Departing from Johannesburg we head for the Greater Kruger Park area, to arrive at a Private Safari Lodge just in time to enjoy lunch. After settling into camp we begin this Kruger Lodge Experience with a late afternoon to evening game drive in open 4x4 vehicles. Sundowner drinks are enjoyed at one of the waterholes before continuing our game drive on into the night. After an exciting evening, we return to camp to enjoy a traditional South African meal around a log fire. (D)
Day 2 Kruger National Park South Africa
Up at sunrise, we board an open 4x4 vehicle and head for the world renowned Kruger National Park. Our game drive takes us to some of the finest routes within the Park, giving us the opportunity to view the diverse landscapes, ecosystems and abundant wildlife. The entire day unfolds with activities like bird watching, game viewing and stopping off at the various waterholes. Following this amazing day of game viewing, we return to the Lodge to enjoy a splendid boma dinner (braai). (BD)
Day 3 Johannesburg South Africa
We begin our day with coffee and rusks before venturing out on an early morning nature walk. Guided by qualified rangers, we learn about nature’s finer details like bird, tree and spoor identification. We enjoy brunch at the Lodge before travelling along the Drakensberg Escarpment to view the spectacular setting of the Three Rondawels overlooking the Blyde River Canyon. We then continue our journey en-route to Johannesburg, arriving in the late afternoon. (B)
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34 Day Southern Africa Explorer
Guided Self-drive Safari incl. South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Fly-in Scuba Adventure in Mozambique
View the full itinerary ↓
Part1 – SA, Botswana and Zambia
Please note: All the rates quoted below are for 2010 – expect to pay 10%-12% more in 2011
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| Arrive Johannesburg Intl. Airport, OR Tambo where you will meet your guide and depart to the border of Botswana. Overnight at the Kwa Nonkeng - overnight camping. Situated inside a game farm on the banks of the Limpopo River. Ablutions in the form of rustic, reed-enclosed units. Hot water generated via a “donkey boiler”. Exclusively only one camping group at a time at the River Camp to ensure complete privacy. Accommodation: Kwa Nonkeng Campsite |
Dinner and Breakfast |
| Early morning departure from Kwa Nonkeng to the Central Kalahari. Brakah Campsite is located 3km from the Haina Kalahari Lodge's main gate amongst the characteristic Kalahari savannah. There are 5 separate sites (max. 5 pax per site), ablution blocks with hot & cold showers, flush toilets & separate washing up facilities. FACTS ON THE RESERVE: The private game reserve consists of 11,000 HA. The real African safari experienced in semi arid, pristine bush land allows one the opportunity to experience the wonders of the Kalahari. Rainy season is normally from November to March, average rainfall 450mm. Avg. Temps throughout the year. Summer varies between daytime 18-37°C and Winter 5 -26°C. Animals found on the reserve: All animals on the reserve are in their natural habitat. Haina is big cat country with a pride of lion often roaming the area. There are several territorial leopard and cheetahs that also move through the reserve. There are the usual antelope species especially herds of Gemsbok, Blue Wildebeest and Eland. Kudu are also plentiful. Porcupine and Honey Badgers are occasionally spotted on night drives. Birds found on the reserve: Both migrating and residential species with over 250 species positively identified. Afternoon game drive Accommodation: Haina Kalahari Lodge - Brakah Campsite |
Full Board |
| Depart after breakfast and continue to the Makgadikgadi Pans area for 2 nights at Planet Boabab. This unique and funky camp is situated just off the main Nata to Maun road, borders the extensive Makgadikgadi Pans system. The pans are the remnants of the once great Lake Makgadikgadi, at some 80 000 square kilometres in extent, and up to 30 metres deep, thousands of years ago, this was the largest inland sea in Africa. In the wet season (November to March), this vast area of salt pans interspersed with low-lying grass islands is the destination of herds of migrating wildebeest and zebra, which are followed by predators. Base yourself here and you can take guided walks and quad bike trips into the bush and the Pans with expert guides discovering the geological origins of this austere, but beautiful area. Follow the palm trail created by elephant droppings as these ancient creatures trekked across the arid waste when the super lake dried up; pick up, (and replace!), thousand year old spear heads left by the Stone Age hunters who were the region’s first inhabitants. Accommodation: Planet Boabab Camping |
Full Board |
| Full day at Planet Boabab where you will spend the day exploring the surrounding area and visit Nxai Pan. Accommodation: Planet Boabab Camping |
Full Board |
| Depart from Planet Boabab and continue to Maun. Upon arrival in Maun, your clients will be greeted by a representative then transferred by light aircraft to Moremi Crossing. 2 Nights at Moremi Crossings to explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta. Moremi Crossing is located on an Island called Ntswi near the most southern part of Chief’s Island. As you fly over the Delta you can see the intricate twisting and turning of the waterways and the ever-changing colours where dry land meets water. The channels around Moremi Crossing offer far reaching vistas of the Moremi floodplain, grasslands and marginal woodlands interspersed with Mokolwane palm islands. Moremi Crossing provides comfortable accommodation in 16 vintage en-suite safari tents, each with its own private wooden deck. The main area consists of a large open plan split level deck that offers spectacular views over the Boro River onto Chiefs Island. The dining room, bar and lounge are covered by a large thatched roof with the decked areas leading out to the pool. The whole camp is shaded by magnificent Llala palms, giant ebony, mangosteen, sausage and giant fig trees. The camp has 24hr solar powered electricity/ lightning.Moremi Crossing is a water based camp and therefore access to the camp from the airstrip is either by mokoro or moroboat. Activities on offer include mokoro excursions, guided walks and water levels permitting sunset cruises by motorboat. All these activities give the guests the chance to experience the Okavango Delta and its game from a very different slower and closer perspective. Accommodation: Moremi Crossing |
Full Board and Activities |
| Full day at Moremi Crossing where the day will be spent on the following acitivities. Activities on offer include mokoro excursions, guided walks and water levels permitting sunset cruises by motorboat. All these activities give the guests the chance to experience the Okavango Delta and its game from a very different slower and closer perspective Accommodation: Moremi Crossing |
Full Board and Activities |
| Following the morning activity, clients will be transferred by light aircraft to Khwai airstrip for a 2 night stay at Khwai Tented Camp, exploring Moremi and the surrounding concession.This provides the perfect setting of a wilderness area where a community lives in harmony with nature and wildlife. The magnificent Khwai River is the hub for some of the most outstanding wildlife viewing both in the Moremi Game Reserve and bordering Khwai community area.Khwai Tented Camp is a small 10 bedded tented camp situated along this life supporting river. It is a luxury, semi permanent, Hemingway style camp. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom with flushing toilette. It is designed for the luxury camping seeker who is looking for the real African experience in a simple and yet understated tented safari experience. Accommodation: Kwai Tented Camp |
Full Board and Activities |
| The main focus is the wildlife experience including excursions to the legendary Moremi Game Reserve. Activities on offer include game drives, nature walks, night drives and cultural village outings to the old bushman village of Khwai. The area is rich in a wide variety of wildlife species including elephants, buffalo, zebra, lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dog, giraffe, eland, sable, hippo, hyena and various other nocturnal species. Accommodation: Kwai Tented Camp |
Full Board and Activities |
| Flight in the morning from Kwai Tented Camp to an airstrip in the Linyanti. Meet the Guides and vehicles and continue to your overnight campsite. The Linyanti is situated in a far corner of Chobe, a secluded and swampy area in Botswana – making it a unique Botswana Safari destination. The riverfront recalls the Okavango’s waterways with papyrus-lined lagoons, reed-beds and a towering canopy of trees. The Linyanti Swamp covers an area of almost 900 square meters, and fills the area between the converging courses of the Kwando and Linyanti rivers. Chobe’s boundaries only touch the river for a short section on the far eastern edge of the swamp. The Linyanti Game Reserve lies in the far north western corner of the Chobe National Park, northeast of the Okavango Delta in Botswana. Taking its name from the river of the same name, Linyanti is best known for the large numbers of elephant that roam the reserve. It has recently become one of the best places to see the African wild dog, driven virtually to the edge of extinction – roughly 5000 exist in the wild today. Safaris here promise the true Botswana experience Accommodation: Linyanti Camping |
Full Board |
| Full day spent on game drives in the area as you make your way to the Savute area for an overnight camp in this area. The Savute is often described as the best wildlife-viewing area in all of Africa and is ideal for a Botswana Safari. It boasts one of the highest concentrations of safari wildlife - where all of the major species can be seen: giraffe, elephant, zebra, impala, roan, sable, wildebeest, kudu, buffalo, waterbuck, warthog, eland and more. The bird life is diverse and thus photograph opportunities abound. Savute is known for its many predators, including lion, spotted hyena, jackal, bat-eared fox, wild dog and even cheetah. The wildlife alone attracts tourists to visit this area on our 'Botswana Safaris' annually. The Botswana Savuti Game Reserve lies south of Linyanti and covers an area of over 5000 square kilometres in the western section of Chobe National Park in Botswana. It is a prime game spotting destination and is often quoted as being the best wildlife viewing destination in Africa – making a Botswana Safari in the Savuti very memorable. Accommodation: Savute – Camping |
Full Board |
| One of the most famous game reserves in the world, Chobe National Park is home to an array of large animal populations and over 450 bird species; making it a sought after Botswana safari destination. Chobe National Park, well known for the beautiful Savute region, is known to have the largest elephant herds - where large numbers of predators can also be seen. One of the biggest draw cards to this region is the annual zebra migration. Safaris and Camping Safaris will, in most cases, take you to the Chobe National Park as this Botswana National Park is one of the most popular places to go on a safari. Accommodation: Chobe National Park – Camping |
Full Board |
| After all the camping, spend the next 2 nights at the Chobe Game Lodge. Situated on the Chobe River in the North Eastern corner of Botswana's Chobe National Park, and twenty kilometres upstream from the confluence of the Chobe and Zambezi rivers is a place where the dust speaks of an ancient time, a time when the scent of the dust meant survival or death. And Chobe Game Lodge is part of this place. Accommodation: Chobe Game Lodge |
Full Board |
| Chobe Game Lodge game drives are conducted in open sided 4x4 vehicles ensuring maximum visibility. Guests can also enjoy a romantic sunset cruise down the Chobe River. Cruises on small boats or aboard the Mosi-oa-Tunya, afford spectacular wildlife viewing and enable you to experience unforgettable African sunsets. Game viewing on the Chobe River is conducted by small, shallow draft and highly manoeuvrable boats piloted by expert boatmen. Your resident professional guides offer slide shows, star gazing presentations, garden and river walks as well as walking safaris in the nearby Kasane forests. Accommodation: Chobe Game Lodge |
Full Board and Activities |
| Early morning departure from Chobe and continue into Zamibia. Continue to the Kafue National Park area. At Nanzhila Plains Camp, we offer remote Africa in its true unrefined beauty. Vast and spacious, you will never see another vehicle on a game drive because our nearest neighbours are three hours away. This offers our guests a unique African experience off the beaten path. Nanzhila Plains Safari Camp is a new development located on the site of the old Nanzhila Rest Camp built in the late 1950's, in the remote and seldom visited southern sector of Kafue National Park. The area is best known for its lush woodlands of Miombo, Zambezi Teak and Mopane, the beautiful plains and the stream that runs through it, after which our lodge is named. Nanzhila Plains offers excellent opportunities to see the healthy populations of a number of antelope species including Roan and Sable, Reedbuck, Defassa Waterbuck, Oribi, Hartebeest and Eland as well as all the major carnivores, with a particularly strong population of Wild Dog and Cheetah. The birdlife is phenomenal throughout the year, and sightings can almost be guaranteed of the endemic Black-cheeked Lovebird, the Wattled Crane, Ground Hornbill and Saddle-billed Stork amongst other. Accommodation: Nanzhila Plains Safari Camp |
Full Board and Activities |
| The following activities are offered: Twice daily game drives in our custom developed open 4-wheeldrive vehicles accompanied by our licensed and professional guides in the company of an armed ZAWA scout. Guided walks - birding, bush trails, etc. Visits to Lake Itezhi-Tezhi and cultural visit to Shezongo village (by special arrangement) and night drives. At Nanzhila Plains we try and accommodate all our client's wishes and as such do not have a fixed daily routine. If our clients simply wish to relax at camp and enjoy the lodge’s hospitality, or want to spend as much time as possible exploring the area and its wildlife, then so be it, this is what we call the “Nanzhila Experience”, you govern the pace of your holiday, not us! If you are not fussed however and “go with the flow” a typical daily itinerary would be as follows: Accommodation: Nanzhila Plains Safari Camp |
Full Board and Activities |
| Early morning depart from Nanzhila and continue to the lower Zambezi for 2 nights of fishing. Shackletons surpasses any fishing lodge Zambia or indeed Africa can offer. Our standards exceed even those set internationally. Our owner-managed fishing lodge near Livingstone is small, sleeping 12 people, ensuring privacy and focused hospitality. Our 6 double, en suite chalets with private decks face onto spectacular views of the Zambezi River. The sundowner's deck, lounge, dining area and riverside bar provide a space where our guests can unwind and relax after a successful day’s fishing, fly fishing or birding. Serene vistas are enjoyed from all corners of the lodge and, as the sun sets, the embers from the fire pit glow. Wonderful meals are prepared, without any shortage for our hungry guests. We have our own vegetable garden, the bread is freshly baked and a braai (barbeque) at the end of the day sends you to bed with high expectations for the following day. Our gardens’ flowers and trees attract a multitude of birds. Spend a day bird watching in the camp, or by the pool with a good book, and unwind from city stress at one of the most beautiful fishing lodges Zambia offers. Accommodation: Schakletons Lodge |
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| Full day fishing at Schakletons Lodge. Shackletons Upper Zambezi Lodge is the ideal venue for spin, lure and fly anglers of all levels to fish in a pristine habitat for Africa’s most spectacular and sought-after game fish. Shackletons is home to record and trophy Tigerfish, Tilapia, Bream, and Catfish. Tigerfish, the so-called ‘striped water dog’, are one of strongest kilogram-for-kilogram fighters. They attack from the side at speeds of up to 50 kph, then turn their bait around and swallow it headfirst. Their ability to bite through a lure with their razor-sharp teeth makes them an extremely exciting fish to catch. You can also enjoy the thrill of catching a 4kg Nembwe or a 3kg Pink Happy. The Lodge offers a wide variety of trophy-sized Tilapia and Bream species, including: Nembwe, Thinface and Humpback Largemouth Bream; Redbreast, Threespot and Greenhead Tilapia; and Pink and Green Bream. If you enjoy a deep and strong fight, then you can target one of the Catfish species like the Sharptooth that weighs up to 20kg. Shackletons runs fishing boats ranging in size from 12’ to 26’. Highly experienced river guides accompany you on your daily outings. Shackletons offers different fishing methods (depending on guests’ requirements, fishing conditions, and the time of the year): fly fishing, spinning, trolling and drift baiting. Shackletons provides rods and fishing tackle (except fly fishing tackle) suitable for fishing on the mighty upper Zambezi River. Guests are welcome to bring their own fishing tackle. Shackletons promotes a catch-and-release policy to preserve the precious fish resources of the pristine upper Zambezi River. Shackletons does allow fish to be removed from the water to be weighed and photographed provided the fish are handled carefully. Accommodation: Schakletons Lodge |
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| Depart from the lodge in the morning and continue to Livingstone. Afternoon visit to the Victoria Falls. Overnight camping at the Maramba River Lodge. Accommodation: Camping Maramba River Lodge |
Full Board |
| Early morning departure from Livingstone and continue to Nata for overnight stop enroute back to South Africa Accommodation: Camping at Nata Lodge |
Full Board |
| Another visit to Kwa Nonkeng before where the rest of the afternoon is spend at leisure on the Limpopo River Accommodation: Camping Kwa Nonkeng Lodge |
Full Board |
| Return to South Africa where you spend the night at a guesthouse. Accommodation: Guest House Johannesburg/Pretoria |
Breakfast |
| Transfer to the airport for flight to Mozambique. |
Cost per person: ZAR 61 250.00
This includes:
• 1x Tour Guide & 1x Tour Leader (4x4 vehicles and off road trailers not included)
• Meals and Accommodation as per interary
• Activities as per itinerary
Exclusive of:
• All expenses of a personal nature i.e. Visas, Curios etc.
• All optional excursions and activities
• Tips for the Tour Guide
• International Flights and Airport Taxes
• Travel Insurance
• Agents' Commission
• Fuel
This proposal is:
• Subject to the standard Terms & Conditions
• Subject to availability of accommodation at time of booking
• Prices quoted are subject to the availability of the services offered and subject to unforeseeable increases in supplier tariffs
Part2 - Mozambique
Please note that lodges in Mozambique are not star rated however the quality of both these two lodges are definitely 3*- 4*.
A - Option1:
Flamingo Bay Water Lodge [Fly in Package]
Flights –
2010 – Johannesburg to Inhambane
2010 – Inhambane to Johannesburg
Accommodation –
10 nights in a chalet with air-conditioning
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Price – U$D 2 180.00 per person sharing
This includes –
• Return airfare from Johannesburg to Inhambane
• South African Airport taxes & Mozambique departure taxes
• All meals mentioned
• 10 nights accommodation
• Return airport transfers
• Transfers from Flamingo Bay to Barra Lodge for activities
This excludes –
• Activities
• Meals not mentioned
• Items for your own account
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A - Option 2:
Bazaruto Island Lodge [Fly in Package]
Flights –
2010 – Johannesburg to Bazaruto Island Lodge*
2010 – Bazaruto Island Lodge to Johannesburg*
* Stop-Over in Vilanculos to change planes.
Accommodation –
10 nights in a chalet with air-conditioning
Lunch, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Price – U$D 3 575.00 per person sharing
This includes –
• Return airfare from Johannesburg to Bazaruto Island Lodge
• South African Airport taxes & Mozambique departure taxes
• All meals mentioned - Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast
• 10 nights accommodation
• Selected Water sports > non-motorised
This excludes –
• Activities
• Meals not mentioned
• Items for your own account
Please note:
• Availability can only be confirmed on booking.
• Rates are subject to change and availability.
• Connections cannot be guaranteed.
NB. Airlines reserve the right to change schedules at any time without notice so, please leave as much time as possible between connections. Connections are entirely your own responsibility so, we strongly advise all our clients to overnight in Johannesburg the nights prior to and after their flights to Mozambique in case of unforeseen delays or schedule changes.
Further details for Bookings:
Should you wish to book this trip I will require the following –
• Full names and titles and passport numbers as per the passengers’ passports
• Full contact details – telephone, fax, cell phone
• Contact for the 7 days prior to your travelling date if different from the above
• Contact details for your accommodation in Mozambique if not booked through us
• Flights booked less than fourteen days in advance are only confirmed by credit card payment.
Activities: Please find the activities for both areas below however I do not have the prices for these activities.
Barra Activities
The following activities are available along the Barra Peninsula and can be arranged by all the lodges and holiday resorts in the area.
• Scuba Diving
• Snorkelling
• Sailing
• Horse Riding
• Whale Watching (in season)
• Cultural Quad Trails
• Ocean Safaris
• Fishing
Bazaruto Lodge Activities
• Diving
• Snorkelling
• Shore, fly and offshore fishing
• Marlin fishing
• Island hopping trips
• Picnics
• Sunset trips by Land Rover, boat or local Dhow
• Bird watching
• Water-ski
• Wake boarding
• Wake snake
• Outdoor Swimming Pool
• Games room: pool table, table tennis and soccer game
• Board games available at reception
• DVD and Video room
• DSTV
• Business Centre: Computers, laptop connection and Internet access
• Library
• Curio Shop
• Free Shuttle each day to Dolphin Bay (times are available on the notice board, and vary dependant on tides)
• Baby-sitter available on request (24 hrs notice)
* All prices are subject to availability at time of making a reservation
The Flights:
• Flight options on Pelican Air as well as LAM for Indigo Bay and Bazaruto.
• LAM has introduced more flights, now on: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays.
• Pelican Air flight times are direct, except on Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays, when the flight goes via KMIA.
B - Option1:
INDIGO BAY ISLAND RESORT
(Indigo Bay has recently undergone major renovations & upgrades and is now considered to be the top Island resort in Mozambique, offering unsurpassed service & luxury, complete with spa, island golf, tennis courts and horse trails to complement the scuba diving, snorkelling, fishing & other water sport activities offered)
+/- ZAR 46 670.00 per adult sharing in a Beach chalet on Pelican Air* + ZAR 850.00 pp for departure taxes
+/- ZAR 44 380.00 per adult sharing in a Beach chalet on LAM + approx. ZAR 1 550.00 pp for departure taxes
Includes:
• Return flights from Johannesburg to Vilanculos
• Return transfers from Vilanculos to Bazaruto Island by light aircraft
• A welcome cocktail on arrival at Hotel
• Accommodation at Indigo Bay Island Resort for 10 x nights
• Three meals per day, plus teas / coffees
• All non-motorised water sports
• National Parks Levy
• Government & tourism taxes
Excludes:
• Visas;
• Mozambique arrivals taxes ($3.00 pp);
• Beverages;
• Fishing;
• Diving;
• Other activities;
• Excursions etc.
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B - Option2:
PESTANA BAZARUTO LODGE
(Recently renovated, Bazaruto Lodge has 26 thatched, air-conditioned A-frame chalets stretched along a beautiful beach in tropical gardens. A blend of bright colours with African-style décor combines to give the perfect tropical island atmosphere. Bazaruto Lodge is located on the north side of Bazaruto Island and is uniquely situated close to excellent diving & fishing areas of the Archipelago)
+/- ZAR 29 105.00 per adult sharing on Pelican Air* + approx. ZAR 850.00 pp for departure taxes
+/- ZAR 26 815.00 per adult sharing on LAM + approx. ZAR 1 550.00 pp for departure taxes
Includes:
• Return flights from Johannesburg to Vilanculos
• Return transfers from Vilanculos to Bazaruto island by light aircraft
• A welcome cocktail on arrival at Lodge
• Accommodation at Bazaruto Lodge for 10 x nights
• Three meals per day
• Free daily snorkelling at Coral Gardens
• Free daily drop and collect at Dolphin Bay
• Free daily use of canoes and paddle boats
• Non-motorised water sports
• Government & tourism taxes
Excludes:
• Visas;
• Mozambique arrivals taxes ($3.00 pp);
• National Parks Levy ($10.00 pp);
• Beverages;
• Fishing;
• Diving;
• Other activities;
• Excursions etc.
(* Note: Flights to Vilanculos are based on availability in Gold class. The Airline has seats in Gold & Platinum. We are happy to book whatever fare class is available at time of booking.)
Flights into Inhambane are on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays with LAM.
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Extras – Vehicles & Off-road Trailers
The Vehicles (Various Options):
Equipped Land Rover Defender 110 SW
Rate: ZAR 1 350.00/day with unlimited mileage free and standard insurance included
Excess (in case of accident): ZAR 15 000.00 (blocked on CC for duration of rental)
Cross Border Fee: R 1 375.00 (once off)
Contract Fee: R 50.00 (once off)
Additional Driver: R 200.00 (once off/per driver)
Collection & Delivery/OR Tambo Intl. Airport: R 450.00 (once off)
Equipped Toyota Hilux D/Cab 4X4
Rate ZAR 1 500.00/day (includes unlimited mileage and standard insurance)
Excess: ZAR 15 000.00 (blocked on CC for duration of rental)
Admin/Contract Fee ZAR 200.00 (once off)
Cross Border Fee ZAR 1 500.00 (once off)
Additional Driver Fee R 250.00 (once off/per driver)
Collection & Delivery/OR Tambo Intl. Airport: ZAR 450.00 (once off)
Cleaning Fee: ZAR 200.00
Fully Equipped Off-road Trailers (Various Options):
• From R 550.00 p/day Echo3
• From R 650.00 p/day Echo4
• From R 850.00 p/day ChobeII
• Deposit, Cross Border Fees & Admin Costs Apply
• Terms & Conditions Apply
All Item Totals Noted in the Proposal Exclude Safari4x4Hire’s 10% Service Fee
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Rates Subject to Change
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Terms and Conditions Apply
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Rental Conditions Apply
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