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13 Days Lesotho & Garden Route Accommodated 2010
Adventurers on the overland bus. There's seating inside, but the view from the top is better!
COUNTRIES VISITED: SOUTH AFRICA, LESOTHO.
Highlights: The above photograph aptly depicts the atmosphere on this adventure trip. Its ideal for those in search of fun and excitement with a bunch of like minded travellers from all over the world. From Durban travel to the Royal Natal National Park and the mighty Drakensberg escarpment. Also visit the Mountain kingdom of Lesotho, Coffee Bay, and the Hole in the Wall Hike. Enjoy the Addo Elephant National Park, and the Tsitsikamma National Park. Move on to Knysna and relax by the lagoon. Oudtshoorn is the next destination where you can visit the Cango Caves and also stop at the Ostrich farm. Then travel through the Stellenbosch Wine Route and reach Cape Town.
ITINERARY:
Tour Code: NADC 2010
Day 1/2: South Africa - Drakensberg (Two per room B,L,D {L,D only on day 1})
We leave Durban and the Kwa Zulu Natal coast and travel to the Royal Natal National Park and the mighty Drakensberg escarpment. The next day is spent at leisure. You can choose any of the local activities such as horse riding or take an included short guided hike in the spectacular surroundings to Bushmen paintings. Optional Activities: Horse Riding, Hiking.
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Day 3 Lesotho - Malealea
Two per room B,L,D
After a long but scenic drive we arrive in the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. When border formalities are completed we ascend into the mountains to our rustic overnight spot. Optional Activities: Hiking.
Day 4 Malealea
Two per room B,L,D
Today we get up early and those going on the Pony Trek will ride into the remote hills of Lesotho accompanied by local guides. If you choose to remain behind you can simply relax or go visit the local village and school or craft market. Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion.
Day 5/6 South Africa - Hogsback
Two per room B,L,D
We leave Lesotho and aim south to the beautiful mountain valleys of Hogsback. It is a long but scenic drive to this beautiful mountain valley. We have a full day to relax in the forest or next to the water falls, such as the famous “Madonna & Child” and “kettle spout” falls. Your guides will lead you on a gentle hike into the surrounding forest. Optional Activities: Horse riding, mountain biking.
Day 7: Addo Elephant National Park (Two per room B,L,D)
 We spend our time in Addo Elephant National Park game driving while surrounded by elephants! These magnificent creatures are always a highlight and Addo provides us with many fantastic photographic opportunities.
Day 8/9 Bloukrans Tsitsikamma National Park
Two per room B,L,D
After an early morning game drive we bid farewell to the elephants and drive further along the sunshine coast until we reach Bloukrans. This beautiful coastal area provides us with some amazing hikes, including the first section of the well-known Otter Trail. Optional Activities: Bungee Jumping (highest in the world), Treetop Canopy Tour.
Day 10/11 Knysna Oudtshoorn
Two per room B,L,D
It is only a short distance to Knysna, were you can relax by the lagoon and explore this interesting town. The next day we travel on via the Outeniqua Mountains as we head for Oudtshoorn, where we take an included tour of the Cango Caves. Later in the day you have the option of visiting an Ostrich Farm. Optional Activities: Ostrich Farm visit and Ostrich Riding.
Day 12 Stellenbosch Wine Route
Two per room B,L
After breakfast we set off for Stellenbosch. As this is the last night on tour we will go out to a local restaurant for dinner. In whale season (between June and November), we try to spend some time in Hermanus where there is a possibility of encountering world famous whales. Optional Activity: Meal Out.
Day 13 Cape Town
Tour ends Own Arrangements B
After a leisurely breakfast, we set off to do some wine tasting and meet the big cats at the Cheetah Breeding Project, before reaching Cape Town. The journey ends on arrival at the Nomad Adventure Centre in central Cape Town.
Dates for 2010
Ref Details
1045 Departs: 08-Jul-2010 Returns: 20-Jul-2010
1049 Departs: 22-Jul-2010 Returns: 03-Aug-2010
1053 Departs: 05-Aug-2010 Returns: 17-Aug-2010
1057 Departs: 19-Aug-2010 Returns: 31-Aug-2010
1061 Departs: 02-Sep-2010 Returns: 14-Sep-2010
1065 Departs: 16-Sep-2010 Returns: 28-Sep-2010
1069 Departs: 30-Sep-2010 Returns: 12-Oct-2010
1073 Departs: 14-Oct-2010 Returns: 26-Oct-2010
1077 Departs: 28-Oct-2010 Returns: 09-Nov-2010
1081 Departs: 11-Nov-2010 Returns: 23-Nov-2010
1089 Departs: 09-Dec-2010 Returns: 21-Dec-2010
Price: ZAR 10,850
Single Supplement: ZAR 1740
Local Payment: N/A
Meals: B, L x 12, D x 10
Start Point: Durban
End Point: Cape Town
Accommodation: Two per Room / Permanent Tent
Price Excludes:
Airfare and Taxes
Visa charges
Anything not specified
Government Service Tax of 2.575%
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