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Southern Wilderness Loop
Trip Valid:
01/07/2008 to 31/12/2008
Also runs from:01/01/2008 to 30/06/2008
Duration:
7 days (Johannesburg to Livingstone)
Highlights:
Search for the Big Five in the Kruger, Enjoy a river game cruise, Be touched by the residents of an animal orphanage, Soak up stunning views of the Blyde River Canyon, Live it up in Livingstone
Trip Code:
USA
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $1680
*(plus local payment USD $635)
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Extras:
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Combining two of southern Africa's most famous sites - the Kruger National Park and breathtaking Victoria Falls - this is a short but action-packed adventure for a traveller with little spare time. Search for the Big Five and uncover this region's breathtaking natural beauty on this awesome week in the south.
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: 6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 6 Dinners
transport: Minibus, walking
accommodation:
Twin share accommodation (6 nts)
budget: Allow USD $60 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
we also recommend:
Why not add on an Okavango Adventure. (UAG)
Day 1 Johannesburg/ Oliphants River
Look out over Blyde River Canyon, visit an animal orphanage and pitch tents on the banks of the Oliphants River.
Days 2-3 Kruger National Park
Spot crocodiles, buffaloes and hippos from the safety of a riverboat. Explore the far reaches of the Kruger for an unforgettable safari experience - lions, leopards, zebras and rhinos abound among the golden grasses.
Day 4 Polokwane Game Reserve
Peaceful Polokwane Game Reserve is home to the rare white rhino and a wonderful array of birds. Head out into this scenic park on foot before crossing the border to Botswana.
Days 5-7 Nata/ Livingstone
Visit Nata, gateway to the salt pans of Makgadikgadi. Live it up in Livingstone and cap off the adventure with a visit to the spectacular sight of the thundering Victoria Falls.
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| Sat 17 May 08 | Fri 23 May 08 | bookings closed | |
| Sat 14 Jun 08 | Fri 20 Jun 08 | bookings closed | |
| Sat 12 Jul 08 | Fri 18 Jul 08 | bookings closed | |
| Sat 09 Aug 08 | Fri 15 Aug 08 | bookings closed | |
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On 07 June the Australian Government issued an updated travel warning for East Timor strongly advising against travel to East Timor because of the extremely dangerous security situation. Australians in the country are advised to leave. The Travel Warning remains at Category 5 - Do Not Travel.
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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