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Kruger
Park, Swaziland, Drakensberg and Zulu Cultural Tour
10 Days / 9 Nights (ref:4006P)
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1
On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport collect
your 1300cc car and head east on the freeway to Mpumalanga.
Overnight at a beautiful, luxurious Mediterranean retreat
situated on the banks of the Elands River, halfway between
Johannesburg and the Kruger Park. Relax and enjoy the
beautiful gardens and surrounding scenery, or make use
of the hotel’s outstanding amenities including Jacuzzi,
sauna, gym, tennis court and swimming pool. Board
basis is Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. |
DAY
2 - 4
After a leisurely breakfast set off for the Kruger
National Park. En route discover some of the most
spectacular views in Africa as they unfold from the
heights of the escarpment. Selftours recommends you
follow the Panorama Route to the Blyde River Canyon
and Pilgrim’s Rest, spanning time from the age of
the dinosaur to the gold-rush of the late 1800s before
entering the Park at the Paul Kruger Gate. The Kruger
National Park ranks among the world’s great game sanctuaries
covering nearly 20 000 square kilometres. It is a
haven to a vast array of wildlife including more than
140 species of mammal, 45 species of lizard, 34 different
amphibians, more than 500 species of bird not to mention
over 380 species of indigenous trees. You will stay
in comfortable en suite accommodation at various camps
within the Park giving you the opportunity to experience
the diversity of habitat and wildlife.
Board basis is accommodation
only with all meals being available at the restaurants
in each camp.
Selftours offers 2
complimentary guided sunset 4X4 safari with a ranger.
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DAY
5
Depart the Kruger Park after breakfast and travel the
short distance to the Kingdom of Swaziland. This tiny
landlocked country is a gem filled with rolling green
hills and lazy rivers. Your country hotel is just a
short drive from the capital Mbabane, and is a haven
of tranquillity, set among beautiful gardens and trickling
streams. Sunseekers can lounge around the pool, while
nature lovers can explore the surrounding areas on foot,
horseback or on bikes. Fish for trout or bass in the
stocked dams or discover absolute peace in the forests.
Witness traditional Swazi ceremonies at the Royal Village
at Lobamba, watch glass blowers turn broken bottles
into works of art at the Ngwenya Glass factory, browse
through Matenga Crafts, a shady open-air craft market
near Matenga Falls or simply relax in the stimulating
air and spacious freedom.
NB. You are crossing the border with Swaziland - Selftours
recommends that you check your visa requirements - make
sure you have your passport and car rental papers with
you. Board basis is Dinner Bed & Breakfast. |
DAY
6
After a scenic journey through the countryside, a warm
welcome awaits you at your 4* hotel in the heart of
Zululand. On arrival you will be met by Zulu dancers
in full regalia who will escort you to your room, a
thatched beehive-shaped hut with all the modern conveniences
and bathroom en-suite. Watch as they brew beer and make
traditional pottery, beadwork and spears, or perhaps
try your hand at spear-throwing and stick-fighting.
Experience the magic of Africa in an evening rich in
Zulu culture and customs. After a sumptuous feast, sit
around the campfire savouring home-brewed tshwala while
the song; dance and drumbeat draw you into the pulse
of Africa. All this, tucked away in an indigenous setting
of aloes and mimosa trees with spectacular views of
the surrounding hills. Board basis is Dinner,
Bed & Breakfast as well as the cultural activities. |
DAY
7
St. Lucia, a World Heritage wetlands site is situated
on the estuary of the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park and
is a haven for the eco-tourist and nature lover. The lake
and surrounding areas teem with hippos, crocodiles and
many other wild animals. It is a birdwatchers paradise
with bird-life featuring Fish Eagles, Hornbills, Goliath
Herons, Saddle Billed Storks, Green pigeons and many other
species. The peacefulness of the setting is enhanced by
the abundance of birds, antelope, monkeys and other small
game. Here you will stay in a beautiful guesthouse bordering
on the Wetland Park. Breakfast will be served outside
in the beautiful tropical garden, weather permitting.
Your hosts can assist you with bookings on tours like
beach drives, Cape Vidal tours, horse riding, Turtle tours,
and game drives. Board basis is Bed & Breakfast. |
DAY
8 - 9
You have the morning at your leisure in Durban, then it‘s
off to the Drakensberg, yet another World Heritage site.
On leaving Durban you begin your ascent into the mountains.
You will notice how lush and green the countryside becomes,
and its beauty will leave you speechless. Here you will
be staying in a lovely hotel on the foothills of the Northern
Drakensberg with many activities on offer in the resort
from golf to bowls to hiking, swimming and fishing. The
Drakensberg wilderness is also one of only 23 places in
the world that is recognised not just as a site of global
natural importance in terms of biodiversity and scenic
splendour, but also as an area of unique cultural significance.
The Drakensberg has one of the richest displays of rock
art in the world with more than 600 sites, or ‘galleries’
of Bushman paintings containing around 400 000 individual
images. Many have been developed for tourism and can be
visited either with or without a guide. Board
basis is Bed & Breakfast, Dinner, Guided hikes and
Afternoon tea. |
DAY
10
Today you will be heading back up to Johannesburg to connect
with your homeward flight. If your flight is in the evening
you will still have a little time to relax before departing
from your hotel as it is approximately a 4 to 5 hour drive
- so you do not have to rush on your last relaxing day. |
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What
is included in your package
- Comfortable en-suite accommodation including full
English breakfast.
- Dinner in Machadodorp, Swaziland and Tribal Village.
- Kruger Park entrance & conservation fees
- Fully inclusive Tribal Village Cultural package.
- Car hire Unlimited free Kilometres and super-cover
insurance (for international visitors) for two drivers.
- Your comprehensive Selftours Tour package.
- Road maps of your tour area.
- Various brochures to introduce you to activities
in your area.
- Your car is collected from the airport and on departure
returned to the airport.
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- International and/or domestic airline tickets.
- Visas, if required - for info. visit http://www.home-affairs.gov.za/visa_detail.asp
- You may need a Swaziland Visa
- Meals not specified, snacks, alcohol and beverages
- Petrol
- Entrance fees
- Tips & Gratuity
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