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Kruger to Cape Town
Trip Valid:
01/07/2008 to 31/12/2008
Also runs from:01/01/2008 to 30/06/2008
Duration:
14 days (Johannesburg to Cape Town)
Highlights:
Experience an African wildlife safari, Relax on a beach in Mozambique, Travel the Garden Route, Sample South Africa's famous wines
Trip Code:
URS
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $2090
*(plus local payment ZAR R3750)
pricing for United States: change country
Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
With its world-renowned national parks, intricate tribal and cultural history, rugged coastline and impressive mountain ranges, southern Africa is a beautiful and diverse region. This trip gives you the best of South Africa and neighbouring Swaziland and Mozambique. From the famous Kruger National Park to tropical Maputo, the Wild Coast of the Transkei and lovely Cape vineyards, it's highlights all the way.
about guerba
The 2006 merger of Intrepid and Guerba created one of the world's leading suppliers of small group adventures. With over 25 years experience operating safari and overland journeys throughout Africa, Guerba really know their stuff. Guerba shares our desire to get off the beaten track and our commitment to responsible and sustainable travel. Their leaders are local and as well as being passionate about their homelands are among the most experienced in the adventure travel sector.
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meals included: 13 Breakfasts, 9 Dinners
transport: Minibus with trailer/microbus
accommodation: Twin share accommodation (11 nts), participation camping (2 nts)
budget: Allow USD $110 for meals not included.
departs: selected Sat
important notes:
This trip departs early in the morning on day 1 and it is strongly recommended that you arrive at least one day prior
Please note that the minimum age for this trip is 18 years of age.
we also recommend:
For the ultimate loop head through Namibia, Botswana and Zambia before heading back to Jo'Berg (URY)
Days 1-2 Johannesburg/ Kruger National Park
Meander through the stunning Mpumalanga region, journey along the Panorama Route. Make a photo stop at the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, marked at one end by the impressive water feature that is the Bourke's Luck Potholes and at the other by the enormous Three Rondavels. Take game drives through the Kruger, where Africa's Big Five abound.
Days 3-4 Maputo
Spend time soaking up the charm of Maputo, Mozambique's Mediterranean-flavoured capital. Stroll along wide streets lined with colourful jacaranda and flame trees, head to the beach to take a dip or explore the vibrant markets. At the end of each day, why not find an atmospheric cafe to try some of Maputo's famed fresh seafood, washed down with a chilled local beer?
Day 5 Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
Enter Swaziland, a kingdom set on the slopes of the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains. Although tiny by African standards, Swaziland is jam-packed with a rich culture, warm smiles and stunning vistas. A taste of local culture can be had at a tribal dance performance and the scenic Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is the perfect place for a peaceful night, sleeping amid antelopes and zebras.
Days 6-7 Hluhluwe Game Reserve/ Durban
Back in South Africa pass through the homeland of Zulu tribespeople and spend a night in the beautiful St Lucia Region. Visit the Hluhluwe Game Reserve, a sanctuary where some 370 black rhinos flourish, then travel down the coast to discover the glitzy attractions of seaside Durban.
Days 8-9 Cintsa
A relatively untamed region of rugged cliffs and remote coves, Transkei is aptly nicknamed the Wild Coast. The Xhosa people who inhabit this region are still deeply rooted in tribal traditions and customs. Chill-out on the beaches of charming Cintsa or grab the chance to try some hiking, canoeing or surfing.
Days 10-12 Addo Elephant National Park/ Knysna
Travel along the scenic Garden Route to the Addo Elephant National Park, a successful conservation project. Take a safari into the Addo, where elephants are abundant and busy dung beetles have right of way over traffic on the roads. Superb stretches of coast are uncovered on treks through Tsitsikamma Coastal National Park, where ancient forests meet the pounding Indian Ocean. Stay in quaint Knysna, perched on the edge of a dreamy lagoon.
Days 13-14 Oudtshoorn/ Cape Town
Visit the undisputed ostrich capital of the world before raising a glass of the Cape Region's finest to toast to a fantastic adventure.
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Every day, hundreds of happy people return from Intrepid trips, and their comments are here for you to read. We do not screen the feedback on this site, all comments are posted here as they were written (unless they used inappropriate language).
It was a well guided tour, the guide has a good knowledge about nature, is very well mannered and loves his job.
he food in generally was good.
The tent stays were uncomfortable due to very thin layers on the ground which was gravel.
My complaint is I did not get what I have been paying for. There were no 2 night chalet staying and I had to pay xtra for each dorm staying more expensive than RD50. There were 2 nts share camping.
The second part of our trip (Durban-Capetown)only after complaining we did not have to pay anymore on top of dorm staying.
According to the package travel/holiday/tours regulations 1992 I should have got what I have been promissed and paid for.
Ingrid Hadimioglu
This was the best trip I've ever done. I would recommend it to anyone.
Rebecca Langdon
This was the 13th trip with Intrepid and it was the worst, by far. I was disappointed in the trip!