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Southern African Magic
Trip Valid:
01/07/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
14 days (ex Johannesburg)
Highlights:
Look out for the Big Five in Kruger National Park, Explore the Okavango Delta in a dugout canoe, Encounter both black and white rhinos in the Khama Rhino Sanctuary
Trip Code:
URV
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $1750
*(plus local payment USD $590)
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
From the golden plains of the world-famous Kruger National Park and the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls to the watery wonderland of the Okavango Delta and the teeming game parks of Botswana, join us as we discover the magic of Southern Africa. Whether it's spotting the Big Five, relaxing by dreamy lagoons or discovering raging waterfalls, this region is sure to bewitch.
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meals included: 13 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 12 Dinners
transport: Minibus, boat, mokoro (dugout canoe), walking
accommodation: Participation camping (13 nts)
budget: Allow USD $90 for meals not included.
departs: Every Thurs
important notes:
Due to extremely early departure on day 1, a pre tour meeting will be held at 6pm on the evening prior to day 1.
Please note that the minimum age for this trip is 18 years of age.
Due to extremely early departure on day 1, a pre tour meeting will be held at 6pm on the evening prior to day 1.
Please note- I removed the included animal orphanage visit from this itin in July 2008- this is due to drive times. There is a note for clients in 'important notes".-sue
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Day 1 Johannesburg/ Kruger National Park
Leave the bright lights of Johannesburg behind and head off along the Panorama Route. Camping on the banks of the Oliphants River we sleep and wake to the sound of the African wilderness.
Days 2-3 Kruger National Park
Embark on a river cruise, spotting animals along the banks. At the Greater Kruger, drive into big game territory on early morning and late afternoon safaris.
Days 4-5 Polokwane/ Nata
Stay a night in the Limpopo Region and take a drive through the Polokwane Game Reserve before travelling to Botswana, home of the sizzling Makgadikgadi salt pans.
Days 6-7 Livingstone
Head to to Zambia's spectacular Victoria Falls.
Day 8 Chobe National Park
Seek out amazing African animals on safari drives or perhaps on a Chobe River cruise.
Days 9-12 Okavango Delta
In the Okavango, canoe along channels just wide enough for a hippo to pass, peering through the reeds to spot crocodiles, hyenas, baboons, antelopes and more.
Days 13-14 Khama Rhino Sanctuary/ Johannesburg
A visit to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary supports local communities as well as the formidable single-horned herbivores that this park protects. In the afternoon return to Johannesburg were the adventure ends.
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On Tuesday 07 June we have taken the decision to cancel the remainder of our East Timor trips scheduled to depart in 2006. All travellers will be notified and given the opportunity to transfer to another trip or obtain a full refund (land content only). We very much regret having to take this action and our thoughts and sympathies are with the people of East Timor during this troubled time.
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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).
We had a fantastic trip. I think it was a great introdution to travelling in Africa
Leigh Craig
Overall an excellent trip. Great guides provided by Acacia
Jennifer Lloyd
I absolutely loved the trip would recommend it to anyone thinking of visiting Africa. My only disappointment was that our leader changed halfway. We were fortunate that our new leader was great as well, but I think it should be the last resort to make a change like that. the group had just started bonding and for a key person to be removed I think should be avoided at all costs.
Lisa Walker
The itinery was fantastic. Saw some amazing landmarks and some that were not so well known also. Plenty of wildlife to keep the excitement going.
Philippa Spurling
The trip was fantastic! Good combination of safaris, vic falls, parties etc.
Hanna Andersson
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