Africa Travel Newsletter - July 2007
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some ideas and make some enquiries. There is the choice of over 600 individual
itineraries - from budget to luxury, offered by many different tour operators
throughout the African continent. Click
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Explore
the wonders of White Desert Safari - Egypt
7 Days: See the
highlights of Cairo, Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum and then head southwest
to Bahariya Oasis, famous for its mineral and sulfur springs. After visiting
the historical sights we head into the White Desert to see the impressive
limestone formations where the forces of erosion have created fantastic natural
rock sculptures. The richness and variety of Egyptian landscape is endless.
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The
Western Desert and Oasis of Egypt - Egypt
10 Days: Visiting some of
most interesting sites, Cairo Pyramids and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Fayoum,
Baharia & Farafra Oasis . White desert and sand dunes . Valley of the
Golden Mummies. Swim in hot springs & waterfalls. Enjoy a traditional
Bedouin night. |
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Cape
Town & the Garden Route Tour - South Africa
11 Days: Cape Town,
South Africa’s ‘Mother City’ is the starting point for this tour
for small groups through the Garden Route ending with a full day safari in Addo
National Park & the Schotia Game Reserve |
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Lower
Zambezi Safari - Zambia
5 Days: This camping safari is one of the
few safaris in Africa that offers such a wide range of activities. From game
walks and night drives to river cruises & canoeing. Departing from Lusaka
every Wednesday |
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Kafue
National Park Safari - Zambia
4 Days: Kafue is Zambia’s oldest
park and by far the largest. It was proclaimed in 1950 and is spread over 22
400 square kilometres. This safari offers a good chance of seeing the majority
of Africa's big game including the popular predators and the opportunity to
enjoy one of Zambia's famous walking safaris. Accommodation is in fully
equipped walk in ‘safari tents’. |
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South
Luangwa Camping Safari - Zambia
5 Days: Zambia's South Luangwa
National Park is wild and remote. It has an abundance of wildlife that is
rarely seen in other game reserves and is one of the finest wildlife
sanctuaries in the world. One day is spent on walking safari learning about
spore, droppings, flora and fauna as well as keeping our eyes open for the
numerous game that visit the area. |
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South
Luangwa and Victoria Falls Combination - Zambia
9 Days: Enjoy two of
Zambia's finest attractions the Famous South Luangwa National Park and the
amazing Victoria Falls. Experts have dubbed South Luangwa as one of the
greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world, and not without reason. The
concentration of game around the Luangwa river and its ox bow lagoons is among
the most intense in Africa. The Victoria Falls area is rapidly becoming known
as the ‘Adventure Centre’ of Southern Africa, with various adrenaline
sports, unmatched scenery of breathtaking proportions, and many other leisure
options for outdoor lovers. |
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Cape
Town Flower Show & Overberg Meander - South Africa
7 Days:
Departing Thursday 25 October: The Cape Town Flower Show showcases the richness
of the Cape Floral Kingdom. Explore the Overberg area, visit the Southern most
point of South Africa, enjoy whale watching & wine tastings along the
route. |
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Botswana
Namibia & Zimbabwe Camping & Lodge Safari
15 Days: This
luxury camping (11 nights) & lodge (2 nights) safari introduces you to an
astonishing diversity of wildlife. An action packed adventure with several
activities exploring these comparatively unknown wilderness areas. Group
discounts from 21% (3 pax) to 42% (7 pax) apply |
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Special Offers / Late Deals
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Offer |
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Cape
Town, Garden Route, Kruger Park
8 October
2007: Special Discount rate of 17 980 RAND pps
13 Days: Small
Group tour to Cape Town, Garden Route, Sani Pass (Lesotho), Durban, Zululand,
Kruger Park, Panorama Route. Includes: activities, breakfast, dinner, local
flights. |
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Desert
and Water Wanderer (Cape Town to Vic Falls)
29 September 2007 : Special Offers = 10% discount
21 Days: Cape Town to Victoria Falls overland - Experience the
wildlife & spectacular landscapes of Southern Africa - all the best of
Namibia & Botswana. Digital Camera download facility available while on
tour |
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Southern
Cross (Victoria Falls to Cape Town)
19
August 2007: Special Offer 10% off last few remaining seats
27
Days: Starting in Victoria Falls and travelling through Botswana and Namibia
before reaching Cape Town. Best southern Africa game parks & last great
wilderness areas: a photographer's dream! Digital Camera download facility
available while on tour |
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'Shark
Diving Adventure'- South Africa
This
itinerary is currently offered with a 10% discount
7 Days: Get
up-close and personal with many species of sharks in South Africa including
Tiger Sharks, Bull Sharks, Hammerheads, Black Tip [spinner] Sharks, Dusky
Sharks & Ragged-Tooth Sharks and much more.... |
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South
Africa & Mozambique Diving Safari- South
Africa/Mozambique
This itinerary is currently
offered with a 10% discount
13 Days: Join us on our 13-day
'Shark, Whale Shark & Manta Ray' Diving Adventure and get up close and
personal with sharks whilst diving the Aliwal Shoal, Protea Banks and with
Tiger Sharks in South Africa & Whale Sharks and Manta Rays on the reefs of
Tofo Beach and Barra Beach in Mozambique - truly awesome!!! PLUS a visit to
Kruger National Park |
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August
Special Offer Small Group Kruger safari- South Africa
23
August to 2 September: Special Offer
11 Days: Departing from
Johannesburg - Kruger National Park Safari complete with five-star guiding
(ranger) and meals (chef) in the private bushveld lodges in Kruger.
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The
Culture of the Menabe Region- Madagascar
Special Offer: scheduled departures on 10th and 31st July, 21st
August and 25th September. Price is 750 Euro sharing (normally 1350
Euros).
10 Days: On this tour we get to explore the Tsiribihina
River in a wooden boat and we visit the Tsingy de Bemaraha. We will look for
lemurs in the Andranomena reserve. We finish at the Baobab-alley near
Morondava. |
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Christmas/New Year Getaways
It may seem a little early in the year to mention Christmas and
New Year but if you are considering a holiday in Africa for the festive season
you will need to book early as early as possible, it is peak season and
availability in lodges and flights, get booked up very early.
Below are
some ideas for Christmas & New Year holidays in Africa |
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South
Africa
Such diversity... experience the landscapes, lifestyles,
cultures, wildlife and adventure of South Africa. Climb Table Mountain and
admire the views of Cape Town, visit world reknown Kruger National Park, Scuba
Dive at South Africa's best dive sites. All options available: luxury, lodges,
private, budget, participation camping, hotels.
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Egypt
Holidays
Egypt is a very popular destination at Christmas time, the
climate is perfect. If you want to include a Nile Cruise you must book far in
advance - as they get booked up very early. The itineraries in our travel
center include the historical sights of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, Nile cruises
and relaxing holidays by the Red Sea.
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Tanzania
Safaris
Explore the world famous Serengeti & Ngorongoro National
Parks or the more remote parks of Southern Tanzanian. Climb Kilimanjaro so just
simply spend Christmas and New Year getting away from it all and relaxing on
the tropical beaches of Zanzibar
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Kilimanjaro
Climbs
Do something totally different and very exciting this
Christmas or New Year - summit the highest mountain in Africa - Kilimanjaro.
Our travel center has itineraries that cover all routes up Kilimanjaro and you
can end off with a short safari and/or total relation on the beaches of
Zanzibar. This year Full Moon falls on Dec 24 - perfect for summitting
Christmas Day !!
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Zanzibar
Holidays
The lure of the 'spice islands' is legendary. Zanzibar is
famous for Stone Town's ancient themes, exotic atmosphere and fascinating
architecture not to mention the pristine white sandy beaches, where you can
pass the days just relaxing. The ideal "get away from it all" location
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Kenya
Safaris
Famous for its birdlife in the lakes in the Rift Valley,
it's wildlife viewing opportunities, and as a beach destination, Kenya is a top
choice for a combination safari and beach holiday. We have a full selection of
itineraries including budget camping safaris, luxury lodge safari, fly in
safaris and for the more active Climbing Mt Kenya.
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Victoria
Falls
Spend Christmas and New Year at one of the worlds' most
spectacular natural wonders, Victoria Falls, which spreads 1,700 feet wide and
is an awesome sight as the mighty Zambezi river falls into the gorge below.
Many activities and safaris are available in the exciting and vibrant
surrounding areas.
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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
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Travel Center. where you can search by country, price, number of days,
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