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Africa Travel Newsletter - June 2007


CONTENTS:

Travel Center

** Safaris
** Tours
** Overland Trips
** Adventure Activities
** Special Interest
** Special Offers/Late Deals

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"Abuse of hospitality breaks the bridge."
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TRAVEL CENTRE

If Africa is your chosen destination our Travel Center is the perfect place for you to have a browse through to get some ideas and make some enquiries. There is the choice of over 600 individual itineraries - from budget to sheer luxury, offered by many different tour operators throughout the African continent. Click to view the whole selection.

We try to make searching through our travel center simple and easy to find exactly what you are looking for. You can search by price, no of days, national parks, special interests, activities and search terms.

There are 4 main categories Safaris, Tours, Overland Trips and Adventure Activities - we are often asked what the difference is, so below is a brief explanation and some of the most popular itineraries in the different categories


Safaris

The word "Safari" actually means "Journey", so any itinerary could be classified as a safari. However in our travel center Safaris are generally itineraries that concentrate on Wildlife Viewing. The travel center has over 300 different Safari itineraries to choose from. Below are some of the most popular:-

 
Kenya Air Safari 3 day Masai Mara - Kenya
3 days: Three Day all inclusive Masai Mara Air Safari from Mombasa, Malindi or Diani Beach. Also available from Nairobi at the same price. Very popular short safari for those who are holidaying in Mombasa or Malindi. Can be customised to 2 days
 
Kenya/Tanzania Safari - Kenya and Tanzania
16 days: The safari is very popular as it includes all the major game parks in Kenya and Tanzania. Highlights include; Samburu National Reserve, Mt. Kenya National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Amboseli National Park in Kenya and Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania. The safari starts and ends in Nairobi.
 
Great Tour - 5 days, 4 nights Safari - Tanzania
5 days: A short safari visiting the Northern Parks of Tanzania including Tarangire National park, Lake Manyara National park, Ngorongoro & Serengeti National Park. Starts and ends in Arusha.
 
Okavango, Moremi, Chobe and Victoria Falls Safari - Botswana, Zambia
7 days: A fly-in safari, offering luxury and comfortable (some options en-suite-) accommodation in permanently erected Safari Tents and Thatched Chalets. Two chartered light plane flights into the beautiful Okavango Delta and to Chobe NP are included, as well as a variety of exciting guided game activities and sightseeing. This itinerary is a suitable safari for a very special 'Honeymoon' in Africa! Some of the lodge-options are also suitable for FAMILIES with smaller children!
 
Private Luxury Safari - South Africa
5 days: Extremely popular exclusive wildlife experiences in the world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa. Fully-serviced 5 star options for visitors wishing to experience close encounters with the wildlife of Africa in luxury accommodation. Children Welcome !
 
Kruger & Timbavati - South Africa
5 days: Kruger Park is world famous for its Game viewing, and Timbavati became famous with its white lions. Come visit the Greater Kruger Park, where you get the best of both worlds in a private camp.
   


Tours

Itineraries that focus on the history, culture and scenery are generally classified as Tours. There are over 170 different African Tour itineraries to choose from - here are some of the most popular

   
Egypt: sights of Cairo and Nile Cruise - Egypt
8 Days: Egypt is one of the most popular tour destinations in Africa and this itinerary incorporates most of the main historical highlights - spending 3 days in Cairo, enjoying the historical sights, before travelling to Aswan by sleeper train (or plane) to relax on a 3 day Nile Cruise to Luxor. Nile Cruise can be done in either direction depending upon start days
 
Nature & Culture Tour of Madagascar - Madagascar
11 Days: Madagascar has become one of the most sought after destinations. And yet, mass tourism has not reached the island and its charm has been preserved. You too, can discover this fascinating world and its strong cultural identity. Discover this beautiful Island with its unique nature, culture and charm. Experience a once in a lifetime adventure. We can make your dream come true
 
Moroccan Caravan Adventure Tour - Morocco
10 Days: this itinerary is designed to give the traveller the broadest sense of Morocco, it's culture, people, geography, and cities. Be prepared for an extraordinary Sahara Adventure experience.... can be customized with private car or luxury van and driver according to your travel dates.
 
  Ethiopia - The land of timeless mysteries - Ethiopia
10 Days: Few countries in the world possess such a wealth and variety of ancient legends and fascinating attractions as Ethiopia, a land of timeless mysteries with breathtaking scenery. Seeing is believing!
 
South Africa's Highlights - Cape Town, Garden Route, Kruger Park - South Africa
13 Days: South African beauty by diversity - experience, feel, view, taste and take pictures... ALL the highlights from Cape Town, Garden Route, Sani Pass (Lesotho), Durban, Zululand, and Kruger Park
 
Ghana Historical, Cultural & Wildlife Tour - Ghana
10 Days: This tour takes you on an amazing journey through the history of this wonderful country, immersing you in the cultural traditions and daily life of the many tribal communities visited.
 
Victoria Falls Tour - 3 nights - Zimbabwe
4 Days: Victoria Falls, a INESCO World heritage Site and also a Natural Wonder of the World is located on the door step of Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia which makes it the perfect end or start to your safari. Includes • Zambezi sunset cruise • Rainforest Tour to see the Falls • Boma Meal Experience plus 2 adrenaline adventure activities


Overland Trips

Africa is a huge continent and so diverse in its scenery, culture, history, climate, wildlife - an overland trip is an affordable way to travel through the different countries, experiencing the highlights a country or region has to offer. Overland trips are aimed at the adventure traveller.

The duration of an Overland trip can from 14 days passing travelling in two or three countries, up to 6 months - taking in the whole route from North to South

The majority of the time you will be camping, where established campsites are used most of the time, facilities can range from basic to luxury with good amenities.

The passengers come from all over the world and from all walks of life - the age range of majority of passengers is from early 20's and 30's. It is a perfect way to meet new people and make life long friends.
Below are some of the most popular Overland trips:

Nairobi to Cape Town
42 Days: This trip starts in Nairobi and travels south through Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia finishing in Cape Town, South Africa. From the east coast of Africa to the southern trip of South Africa, will see you travel through eight different countries so diverse, so different in terrain and custom. Extensive game viewing, leisurely enjoying the local scene, maybe a bit of diving in Zanzibar, visiting a wildlife sanctuary, poling through the Okavango Delta in a dugout canoe, racing through the sand dunes on buggy’s, sky diving in Swakopmund. The choice is yours! (Note: operated in reverse direction as well)
 
Trans Africa. Europe-Capetown-Nairobi-Istanbul
308 Days: One of the last great overland journeys, covering the whole continent. You can choose to do the whole trip or 22 weeks Spain to Capetown via the west coast of Africa; 31 weeks travelling north, from Cape Town along the east coast to Nairobi, Kenya. Or the final leg from Nairobi to Istanbul. Departs in March and November
 
South East Explorer - Cape Town to Nairobi
43 Days: Cape Town-Nairobi, via spectacular Vic Falls: in real comfort, the best overland truck on the road! Visit the best game parks & last great wilderness areas: Africa at its very best. We are unique in providing the services of an expert photographer on all our overland tours! and have Digital Camera download facility available while on tour
 
Gorillas to Victoria Falls
46 Days: Starting in Nairobi, Kenya and visiting Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique before ending in Victoria Falls - Zimbabwe - combining a good mix of game viewing along with adventure activities and days of just pure laziness.
 
Cape Town to Victoria Falls
21 Days: Travelling from one of the worlds most picturesque cities, Cape Town, to one of the worlds natural greatest sites, Victoria Falls, this trip will take you through the vast tracts of African savannah. The richness of the wine growing regions of the southern Cape to the vastness of the deserts of the Namib, Naukluft and the Kalahari. Superb game viewing in some of the best game parks in Africa, visiting a wildlife sanctuary and having the opportunity to explore the Okavango Delta by mokoros are just a few of the highlights of this action packed adrenaline pumping safari. GET A FREE TOUR!!
 
Tropical Trek
24 Days: Departs from Johannesburg, heading to Botswana, visiting the Okavango Delta and Chobe NP, then Victoria Falls. Travels on through Zambia to spend some time relaxing on the shores of Lake Malawi. Onto Mozambique and ending in Johannesburg. Combining a nice mix of game parks, adventure activities and down-time on the beaches.
 


Adventure Activities

Itineraries included in this section are ones that are challenging, fun and active ; such as mountain climbing, mountain biking, scuba diving, river rafting, surfing, trekking and water sports.

The most popular Adventure Activities include:

Peak of Africa - Kilimanjaro climb - Machame Route - Tanzania
6 Days: the opportunity to get on the roof top of Africa, 5895m above sea level. Mt. Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa. The Machame route most popular and one of the most scenic route on the mountains. All climbers sleep in tents (tents are included) and meals are served in a dinner tent or on a blanket outside. With the Machame/South Circuit route, you will circle halfway around the mountain with great views from all angles. This route is approximately 40 km versus 20 km on the Marangu route. Climbers descend down the Mweka trail and stay at the Mweka camp the final night on the mountain
 
Kenya and Tanzania Biking Adventure Safari - Kenya/Tanzania
16 Days: from Nairobi in Kenya through Tanzania to Dar es Salam on the Indian Ocean coast; or the reverse journey. Biking far from busy roads and main tourist routes you will experience a different face of Africa - local villages and traditional tribesmen, breathtaking scenery and wildlife grazing on the plains. We travel through open savannah, desert, mountain rainforest and tropical coastline. We follow the foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro with its snow-covered peaks and camp in the wilderness under a cloudless African sky.
 
Sardine Run and Safari South Africa - South Africa
11 Days: The Greatest Shoal on Earth - migration of the sardines. The biggest marine event of the year - thousands of dolphins, whales, sharks, sea birds. The best of the bush & beach. 2 Nights at Phinda Private Game Reserve – a luxury safari Lodge. Season: June and July months
 
Madagascar : an Adventure on a forgotten island - Madagascar
26 Days: This itinerary takes you to less common parks and places. You will be staying in tents most the time. We take the train trip to Manakara on the East coast and get to know the West by a pirogue (canoe) tour along the the Tsiribihina River.
 
Mulanje Mountain Hiking - Malawi
6 Days: Unique hiking experience on South Central Africa's highest mountain - Mulanje Mountain. A huge block of mountains rising 2380m above a largely flat and featureless plain. Hiking is unrivalled up numerous peaks and along plateaus, which are intersected by deep-forested ravines, in which the most conspicuous tree - Mulanje cedar - attains heights of 150ft. Offering superb views and experiences for novices and experienced climbers alike
 
Mt Kenya climb, Sirimon-Chogoria - Kenya
5 Days: The Sirimon-Chogoria route is undoubtedly the most beautiful of the access routes to the summit and easiest as far as gradients go. It ends with the eastern side of the mountain, and does require good trekking experience.
 

Special Interest Itineraries

Family Safaris
Children friendly family safaris - specifically designed with flexibility and activities to keep younger family members interested and happy. Introduce your family to a real safari adventure with people that know what a family needs on holiday, no stress, no fuss.
 
Great Apes
See the Great Apes of Africa up close and personal.. You`ve seen them on TV read about them in books now its time for them to get a look at you. All done in an eco friendly way and with experienced local guides, its time for you to visit the relatives..

 
Safari and Beach
A combination of safari/tour/adventure activities and beach. Catering for your sense of adventure and desire to relax and unwind. Go on safari, see the African wildlife and then spend time in paradise, a perfect combo. Various destinations and activities are available..

 
Mountain Climbing
Mountain Climbing (Mt.Kilimanjaro, Mt.Meru, Mt.Kenya).. Fitness and physical levels vary from an easy trek to hanging off a cliff face by your fingertips, yikes!!, the choice is yours. DISCLAIMER we cannot be held responsible for the overwhelming ego you will attain.
 
Honeymoon Safaris
Unforgettable, special, exclusive, romantic, have a perfect honeymoon in Africa.
 
Scuba Diving
Scuba Dive in Africa's fresh water lakes and warm coastal waters.. Africa has some unusual and very off-beat dive spots, fed up with two legged, brightly coloured humanoids being the usual underwater wildlife, then you should try Africa for some truly unique diving.
 
Cycling Safaris
Cycling can be a very rewarding way of travelling, you get to see and experience the scenery/wildlife/people first hand at your own pace and in Africa you never know what you might come across. Equipment is supplied for you, just bring your sense of adventure.
 
Walking Safaris
Experience the African bush on foot safe in the knowledge of your experienced guides. You can observe the wildlife at very close range undisturbed by vehicles and away from roads. The most natural way to go on safari.
 
Photographic Safaris
Africa is a photographers heaven for desert, dune, wildlife, people & culture photography. Enjoy luxury facilities and the very best of photo opportunities with your experienced guides. Bring lots of film, you`ll need it...
Special Offers / Late Deals
Click to browse through all itineraries that are currently on Special Offer
 

We can't add all the itineraries to this Newsletter - if none of the above appeal then I am sure you will find one that suits you in our Africa Travel Center. where you can search by country, price, number of days, activities and national parks.

and if you can not find an itinerary that suits your specific requirements and there are 2 or more of you travelling we would be happy to assist you in designing your own itinerary. Please complete our Customised Request Form

The Africa Guide website also has loads of information that will assist travellers who wish to make their way round Africa independently of tour operators and guides. Please visit our Africa Countries Index and select the country you are interested in


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