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3 Country: Wildlife & Waves Safari - 8 Days

Escorted Tour - 3 star accommodation

  • Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
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  • Kruger National Park
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  • Maputo
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  • Ponta Mamoli
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  • Zululand
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  • Hluhluwe Town
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  • Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park
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  • Swaziland
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  • Malolotja Game Reserve
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  • Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport

Itinerary:

Day 1: (Sun) Malalane
We depart from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport by 12h00 and proceed to the Jane Goodall Institute - Chimpanzee Eden, for a unique opportunity to see chimpanzees in semi-wild surroundings in the first and only sanctuary in South Africa. Afterwards we continue to your hotel which is located on the banks of the Crocodile River, a natural boundary of the Kruger National Park. Accommodation: Rio Vista Lodge or similar

Day 2: (Mon) Kruger National Park (B)
Early this morning we head into the Kruger National Park for a full day's game viewing in our closed vehicle. Together with your experienced and qualified guide you will search for creatures big and small in the magnificent reserve, which is home to the Big Five. Return late afternoon in time to witness a typical African sunset, weather permitting, from the hotel's deck overlooking the Crocodile River. Accommodation: Rio Vista Lodge or similar

Day 3: (Tue) Mozambique (BD)
We depart for Mozambique today, for an interesting orientation tour covering the historical, cultural and scenic palm lined beachfront sights of Maputo, the Capital of Mozambique. After lunch (own account), a ferry ride across Maputo Harbour brings us to the start of our 4x4 adventure, 110 kilometres south, to our lodge located along a beautiful, isolated and relatively untouched area of Africa. Accommodation: Ponta Mamoli Lodge or similar

Day 4: (Wed) Mozambique (BD)
A full day at this remarkable beach resort. Relax in the sun on what is regarded as one of Southern Africa's best beaches, or take advantage of the many optional extra activities on offer, including scuba-diving, deep-sea fishing, fly-fishing, rock surf fishing or horse riding. Keep your eyes peeled for wild dolphins and the odd whales and whale sharks which are known to visit the area. Accommodation: Ponta Mamoli Lodge or similar

Day 5: (Thu) Hluhluwe / St Lucia (B)
Later this morning we depart for South Africa crossing through at Kosi Bay. This short drive will take us into rural northern Zululand, where we will proceed to the town of Hluhluwe in time for lunch (own account). A short ride further will bring us to Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park for an afternoon game drive. This reserve is the oldest in Africa, renowned for its white rhino conservation, as well as being home to the Big Five plus an abundance of other animal species. After what will hopefully be a rewarding day's game viewing, we proceed to the town of St Lucia reminiscing about the day's sightings. Accommodation: Protea Hotel St Lucia or similar

Day 6: (Fri) St Lucia (B)
This morning we visit the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (Greater St Lucia Wetland Park), South Africa's first World Heritage Site, for a 2-hour boat cruise on the estuary, home to a huge variety of birdlife and hundreds of crocodiles and hippo. Your afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. You may wish to take an optional extra game drive through Eastern Shores Game Reserve and spend time at the beach at Cape Vidal (where you can also do some snorkelling) or alternatively you may wish to do an optional extra afternoon open vehicle game drive into the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park. Accommodation: Protea Hotel St Lucia or similar

Day 7: (Sat) Swaziland (BD)
We depart early morning for the second smallest country in Africa, Swaziland. We pass through scenic mountainous countryside, before arriving at the Ngwenya Mine, reportedly the oldest in the world, dating back to 42 000 BC! A local Swazi guide will fascinate you with its history, which was mined by the Khoisan and Nguni people thousands of years ago for Ochre, used for ceremonial purposes. Afterwards we continue to our lodge which is situated close to the beautiful Malalotja Mountain Reserve. Accommodation: Hawane Lodge or similar

Day 8: (Sun) Swaziland / Mpumalanga (B)
This morning we visit the Nsangwini Rock Art (weather conditions permitting and walking shoes essential). These rock paintings are one of the oldest on earth and were created by the Khoisan people recording their fascinating history. Thereafter we cross the Jeppes Reef Border back into South Africa, for a thought-provoking visit to the Thembalethu AIDS Orphanage. Here you will experience just what staff and volunteers come up against daily in dealing with these children. Your 3 Country tour ends with a drop off at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport by 13h00.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Includes

Transportation
Tour in a specially modified 4x4 air-conditioned 4/10 seater overland vehicles.

Professionally Escorted
Discover Kruger, Mozambique, St Lucia and Swaziland with our professional Tour Guide.

Accommodation
Rooms with private facilities, on a twin share basis. Accommodation in Mozambique and Swaziland have ceiling fans only. All accommodation is of a 3 star standard.

Dining Inclusions
*7 Breakfasts. *3 Dinners.

Plus
Hotel porterage included. Kruger National Park Conservation Levy included. KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife Reserve Conservation Levy included.

Please Note
Visa conditions apply for Mozambique and Swaziland and passports are required.
Minimum 2 and maximum 10 passengers. No children under 12 permitted

Extra information

Optional Pre & Post Tours

This tour begins and ends in Kruger, where a range of optional day tours and fun adventure activities can be offered.

There are many other fascinating sights to enjoy in the Kruger area - the Panorama Route will showcase the scenic expanse of the Blyde River Canyon, as well as the Bourke's Luck Potholes and many waterfalls - a novel way to view these sights is by heli-flip, with a light brunch stop en-route. So why not extend your stay before or after this tour, with our extensive range of accommodation in the area, you are spoilt for choice. Speak to one of our Consultants, to add on other destinations to your itinerary.

Cape Town is one of the 'must-see' South African cities, with a cosmopolitan atmosphere, striking coastal scenery, a plethora of superb restaurants and a world-renowned wine route. The Garden Route is literally a few hours from Cape Town and can be enjoyed as a self-guided / self-drive option, and you can 'take-on' this little paradise of coastal hamlets, quaint art shops and galleries, great restaurants and ostriches, all in your own time.

Alternatively you could tack on one of our escorted Garden Route tours and literally kick-back and relax and let someone else worry about the logistics.
4 Day Fully Escorted - Garden Route Splendour (Route: Port Elizabeth to Cape Town via the Garden Route)
4 Day Fully Escorted - Magnificent Garden Route (Route: Cape Town to Port Elizabeth via the Garden Route)
4 Day Full Escorted - Garden Route Wonderland (Route: Cape Town back to Cape Town taking in the Garden Route)

Other destinations in the region are just as easy to incorporate into your itinerary, from a short sojourn into the deserts of Namibia, or perhaps the adventure of a lifetime in Victoria Falls. Our Consultants have a wealth of experience and knowledge and will be able to guide you on all aspects of your travel in Southern Africa.