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Experiences in<br />
South Africa<br />
The Garden Route<br />
Humpback whales, Garden Route<br />
Excellent marine wildlife • Quaint towns and<br />
local culture • Experience the wild beauty of<br />
Tsitsikamma National Park<br />
No visit to South Africa is complete without<br />
experiencing the Cape flora and fauna of the<br />
famous Garden Route. Travelling east to west<br />
or vice versa, visitors can explore by car or<br />
guided tour. The area is known for its small<br />
owner-run guesthouses and unique farms.<br />
Visit Oudtshoorn where you can tour the<br />
dramatic Cango Cave, or continue further east<br />
to the small seaside town of Knysna which<br />
overlooks a picturesque lagoon. Plettenberg<br />
Bay offers long stretches of hidden beaches<br />
and, close by, the quaint hamlet of Stormsriver<br />
at the feet of the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma<br />
mountains. For wildlife viewing, there are a<br />
number of reserves dotted along the journey,<br />
but a logical extension to the Garden Route is<br />
the Eastern Cape – a short drive from<br />
Port Elizabeth.<br />
The Eastern Cape<br />
Eastern Cape farmlands<br />
Excellent malaria-free wildlife reserves •<br />
Community conservation enterprises •<br />
Wild coastline<br />
An ideal place to begin or end a Garden Route<br />
itinerary, the Eastern Cape has some excellent<br />
private wildlife reserves and a striking<br />
coastline where great white sharks and<br />
southern right whales may be seen. The<br />
region’s vast plains, reduced to marginal land<br />
during the time of the settler farmers, has now<br />
been rehabilitated to support a huge variety of<br />
wildlife, and Addo Elephant Park has the most<br />
concentrated elephant population in Africa.<br />
Just an hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth and<br />
malaria-free, the private reserves in this<br />
region are ideal for family travel. Activities<br />
range from safari drives, bush walks and<br />
alfresco dining to river cruises, canoeing and<br />
beach strolls. Accommodation options range<br />
from basic chalets to luxury lodges and tented<br />
safari suites.<br />
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Summitting Table Mountain |<br />
Cape Town<br />
A visit to Cape Town is incomplete without<br />
experiencing the many vantage points of<br />
Table Mountain. This iconic flat-topped<br />
landmark forms a dramatic backdrop to<br />
the city. Hike the trails or take a relaxing<br />
cable-car ride to the top (weather<br />
permitting) for panoramic views over the<br />
rooftops to the Atlantic beyond.<br />
Whale watching from the<br />
wild coast | Garden Route<br />
Depending on the season, those<br />
journeying along the famous Garden Route<br />
may be lucky enough to spot all<br />
of southern Africa’s ‘Marine Big Five’.<br />
Take to the water to view whales, sharks,<br />
dolphins, seals and penguins, or stop<br />
by Hermanus – renowned as a whale<br />
watching hot spot – and meet the famous<br />
‘whale crier’.<br />
KwaZulu-Natal<br />
Zulu tribesman<br />
The North<br />
Lioness and cub, Kruger National Park<br />
Sub-tropical coastline • Rich cultural heritage<br />
• UNESCO World Heritage Sites and historic<br />
battlefields<br />
Forming much of South Africa’s sub-tropical<br />
east coast, KwaZulu-Natal features unspoilt<br />
Indian Ocean beaches, underrated wildlife<br />
areas, magnificent mountain scenery and<br />
the rich cultural traditions of the Zulu<br />
people. Known as the 'Garden Province',<br />
it is home to two UNESCO World Heritage<br />
Sites – the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and<br />
the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park – and<br />
numerous Anglo-Boer and Anglo-Zulu<br />
battlefields. Both Eswatini (Swaziland) and<br />
Lesotho are easily combined with KwaZulu-<br />
Natal, offering their own spectacular<br />
landscapes and traditional ways of life.<br />
Renowned for wildlife • Exceptional<br />
bird watching • Sleep-out experiences in<br />
the bush<br />
In South Africa’s north lies the nation’s<br />
flagship wildlife area: Kruger National Park,<br />
one of the largest reserves on the continent.<br />
Home to hundreds of mammal, bird, reptile,<br />
amphibian and plant species, its unfenced<br />
boundaries border some of Africa’s finest<br />
private wildlife reserves, including Sabi Sands,<br />
Timbavati and Manyeleti. Alternatively, the<br />
less-visited Waterberg occupies 1,500 sq<br />
km north of Johannesburg and comprises<br />
craggy mountains, sweeping grasslands and<br />
spectacular rock formations. Then there is<br />
the 750-sq-km, malaria-free Madikwe Game<br />
Reserve, which borders Botswana and is one of<br />
the best places to spot African wild dogs.<br />
Safaris in support of conservation |<br />
Eastern Cape & the north<br />
South Africa offers nature enthusiasts<br />
a trove of protected wildlife habitats for<br />
safari expeditions, especially in the north<br />
and southeast. Track animals into the<br />
bush alongside an expert ranger, lend<br />
a hand to non-profit conservation<br />
organisations, and round off your safari<br />
with a sundowner – the perfect pairing for<br />
romantic savanna views.<br />
For more information or to book, contact us on 020 3930 5008 or speak to your travel agent<br />
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