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Kruger, Kwazulu & Coast - a Family Holiday in South Africa & Swaziland - 2010/11 Itinerary

12 days - from $2560

• Kruger National Park & Indian Ocean coast
• Walk with the wildlife in a Swaziland sanctuary
• Open vehicle game drives in all reserves

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Kruger Big Five
Heading east into the Transvaal through spectacular mountain scenery we reach Kruger National Park, arguably South Africa's greatest reserve. The huge gamelands here are the size of Israel and home to most of Africa's animal species (including the “Big Five”) as well as excellent birdlife. We'll make extensive game drives hoping to see rhino, lion, cheetah, giraffe and elephant.


Tshukudu & Mlilwane
We continue our viewing at Tshukudu game reserve where we also have the opportunity for a very close wildlife encounter with a visit to the lion and cheetah wildlife rehabilitation centre and breeding projects. Next it's on to the tiny Kingdom of Swaziland and the wildlife sanctuary of Mlilwane. Here, antelope walk freely amongst the grass-huts and it is possible to walk anywhere in the sanctuary. There's time for optional activities and also the chance to visit a local school to gain an insight into the very traditional Swazi kingdom.


Swaziland & Indian Ocean
Reaching the shores of the Indian Ocean we explore Kosi Bay and take a boat trip in search of common and bottle-nose dolphins. Before our journeys end in Durban we relax at Umhlanga Rocks and enjoy a visit to Seaworld.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Join Johannesburg and drive to Graskop. Days 2/3 Kruger wildlife We begin with two nights in South Africa's most famous national park, covering an area the size of Israel, with game drives in search of the 'Big five'. Days 4/5 Tshukudu We enjoy further wildlife encounters at Tshukudu Game Reserve which is also famous for it lion and cheetah wildlife rehabilitation centre and breeding projects. Days 6/8 Swaziland Travelling via Marloth NP we reach Mlilwane in the Kingdom of Swaziland where we sleep in traditional beehive huts; with the absence of big predators there is the opportunity here to cycle and walk among the game. Days 9/10 Kosi Bay Reaching the Indian Ocean coast we set out by boat in search of bottle-nose dolphins and there's also time to relax or enjoy a range of optional activities. Day 11 Umhlanga rocks Further south we pause at Umhlanga for more water-based activities along this stunning coastline. Day 12 Drive via Seaworld to Durban where tour ends.

Accommodations: 2nts chalet, 3nts bungalow, 2nts tented camp, 1nt guesthouse, 2nts 'beehive hut'; 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners included.
Transport: 4WD open safari vehicle(s), maximum 8 passengers per vehicle/Boat.
Comment: We aim to get off the beaten track in our 4WD vehicles and also on foot, so this tour is suitable for slightly older children.
Group: Approx. 12 to 16.
Staff: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s) and some local guides.
Trip Reference: FZK2010

Dates & Prices
Start End Prices in US$ Child Price in US$ Local Payment Availability
11 Apr 1122 Apr 11$2560$2550 0
25 Jul 1105 Aug 11$2560$2550 0
08 Aug 1119 Aug 11$2560$2550 0

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2011 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2011/12 brochure, due to be published in October 2010.