Africa Travel Newsletter - September 2007

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This month we have had many new itineraries added to our travel center as well as a new section dedicated to Volunteer Programmes and Conservation Projects.

If you're considering taking your next holiday in Africa then 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 luxury, offered by many different tour operators throughout the African continent. Click to view the whole selection.

This Newsletter is dedicated to what's new...

Volunteer & Conservation Projects Due to popular demand we have added a this New section to our travel center. There are a variety of ways to make yourself useful whether you are on holiday or on your gap year. The minimum participation age limit is 18 years and applicants up to the age of 65 are welcome
	Marine Conservation & Research in Seychelles 35 Days: As an expedition member joining the team, you will spend your time diving upon the coral reef, collecting characterisation and monitoring identification and abundance data on invertebrates and fish species. You will also be able to increase your dive qualifications to PADI Advanced Diver and take some PADI Speciality courses
	Volunteer With Rhinos In Uganda 28 Days: Be involved in the reintroduction of rhinos to Uganda, and experience the gems that East Africa and its wildlife have to offer.
	Wildlife conservation expedition in South Africa 35 Days: Play a hands-on role in the long term conservation of African wildlife, enjoy first-class wildlife viewing and live on a Game Reserve in the heart of South Africa as part of a wildlife research team. Expedition members are needed for 5 - 10 weeks and internships are also available.
	Volunteer work with Vervet monkeys in South Africa 14 Days: Join this pioneering rehabilitation center to help conserve the Vervet monkey. Not only will you learn about these primates, you will also experience the fascinating flora and fauna of South Africa and enjoy life in a traditional African bush camp.
	Volunteer with turtles in Ghana 28 Days: Protect nesting turtles and educate the local community about conservation. The volunteers responsibilities are diverse, but will include beach patrols, collecting eggs and releasing hatchlings, research, and educating locals on the importance of protecting their wildlife from extinction.
	Volunteer work with desert elephants in Namibia 14 Days: Track, study and research desert elephants in a beautiful remote area of Namibia. Volunteers will spend days out in the desert on patrol, camping wild and living close to the earth, elephants and people. The majority of the work is with the local subsistence farmers, building protective walls around their water points, and teaching them the skills needed in managing the conflict with the resident elephant populations. You will also assist the project staff in monitoring the elephants movements.
	Volunteer in Madagascar with Lemur Venture 56 Days: offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable conservation skills and experience as well as to make a significant contribution towards helping some of the world's most threatened and remarkable creatures. Volunteers will work closely with trained professionals from both PBZT and the NGO to gain an insight into real grass roots conservation.
	South African National Parks volunteer programme 184 Days: Play a part in the long term conservation of South African national parks for 6 months or one year looking for independent, ambitious volunteers to work for one year in and around South Africa’s most famous national parks. South African National Parks (SANParks) manages a system of twenty national parks that represent the indigenous flora, landscape and associated cultural heritage of the country.
	Volunteer in Ghana 28 Days: Volunteers joining this program will work and live within one of several indigenous communities in the Central region of Ghana. Many of the schools are lacking in both staff and resources, and the classrooms are overcrowded. Teaching activities will include play, math, literacy, sports, music, drama and art. A two-day orientation is included to familiarise you with Ghana, which has a fascinating history and rich culture, as well as exploring the surrounding area.
	Kenya Expedition 5 or 10 weeks: Wildlife research with community work. Expedition members work extensively with the local community on sustainable development programs. Ten-week expedition members are eligible for an internship, and US college credit is available with many North American Universities
	Volunteer in Madagascar with the Pioneer Programme 70 days: Volunteer on the unique and exotic island of Madagascar. Pioneers take part in a range of practical construction work, conservation research and educational activities as required by the NGO's projects, which focus on health and sanitation, sustainable livelihoods and conservation.
	Tanzania - Children for Children's Future Volunteer Programme 30 days: Be involved in giving medical care and education, offering education and vocational education, counselling and referrals, offering HIV/ AIDS counselling to those in need. Capacity Building organizing and participating in numerous training for staff, peer education in issue related to orphans, street children and HIV/AIDs
	Community Based Conservation Programme - Mt Meru 30 days: The involvement is for education and training of community in environmental conservation, cultural tourism, appropriate village technologies. Beekeeping projects, Indigenous tree planting , Community forest conservation. And Teaching English to school children and adults

New Itineraries
		One year Safari Field Guide course in South Africa 1 year: Spend six months training in the African bush and six months working on a game reserve This is a 12 month course which is the ideal platform for a successful career in the African game lodge industry. Over the years, field guiding has become more specialised and sophisticated. It has become a career, which is increasingly viable in larger areas of Southern Africa as tourism continues to grow, but also one which demands dedication and education. If you do not have one year to spare then have a look at this 4 weeks course Train To Be A Safari Field Guide In South Africa which will give you a fully comprehensive understanding of guiding and tracking in South Africa’s wilderness. This course is run in partnership with South Africa’s most acknowledged and respected safari field guide training school and covers all the topics required for level one of the FGASA programme, a qualification recognized by many of South Africa’s Universities.
		BMW Motorcycle Tour Panorama Route Big 7 Wildlife - South Africa 5 days: Route offers a variety of breathtaking scenery, natural beauty and African diversity, and can be enjoyed by motorcycle enthusiasts riding the more interesting quieter ‘off-the-beaten track' roads.
		Gorilla watching - Uganda 6 days: Do you want to see the gorilla's but time is a factor? Then this 6 day tour is perfect. Starts and ends in Kampala
		Kenya Wildlife Safari and Lamu Island Beach - Kenya 10 days: Perfect for those on a limited amount of time who want to visit, Masai Mara, one of the most famous of African gameparks and relax on the beach after!
		Johannesburg to Nairobi with Gorilla watching 50 days: A popular combination for those wishes to do a Northbound overland. Starting in Johannesburg we track up through Botswana, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, onto the Gorillas in Uganda and finish in Nairobi. A great combination of adventure, safari and beaches
		Sardine Run 2008 - South Africa 8 days: A truly an amazing experience. The shoals of sardines, attract thousands of predators: birds, dolphins, game fish, seals, whales and sharks all joining in this amazing feeding frenzy!!! Only 3 available dates in June / July - so book early to avoid disappointment
		Shark Diving and Game Safari - South Africa 11 days: Join us and experience the Aliwal Shoal, Protea Banks and Tiger Shark Diving before getting up-close and personal with Africa's wildlife including the Big-5 at the Hluhluwe Game Reserve.
		Morocco Mountains & Beach Tour - Morocco 7 days: this private tour is designed to explore the hidden Berber villages of the High Atlas Mountains where small typical villages have nested. It is a pure and magnificent place where silence is only "disturbed" by birds singing, water streams and wagtails. Plus time explore the magnificent beaches of Morocco.
		North Morocco & Fez Escape Tour - Morocco 5 days: For those who have little time we have designed this private tour for travelers who would like to come from South Spain through Tangier and visit the best of North Morocco. This itinerary visits Rabat, Meknes, Volubilis, Fez and Chefchaouen
		Morocco Culture, Cuisine & Photography Tour - Morocco 11 days: A tour of the country designed to delight the senses, enlighten the mind, and provide wonderful opportunities for photographers of every age and skill level.
		Marrakech & the High Atlas Tour - Morocco 7 days: From the exotic Marrakech, travel past palm groves that spring up along the magnificent Road of a the Ourika Valley and experience the Berber hospitality. This is a Private Tour and perfect for Honeymooners
Special Offers / Late Deals Click to browse through all itineraries that are currently on Special Offer
		Trans Africa. Europe-Capetown-Nairobi-Istanbul Special Offer: £150 off the tour price for November 2007 departure 308 Days: One of the last great overland journeys. 43 wks (or 22 wks to Capetown; 31 to Nairobi) from Spain to Cape Town through West Africa to Kenya then north to Nairobi, Cairo and Istanbul.
		Africa Adventure Cycling Holiday - Tanzania to Kenya Late Availability Offer: 8% discount on the last remaining spaces for our trip departing from Dar es Salaam on October 13th 2007. 16 Days: Experience a different face of Africa; all by bike! Meet the local people, experience culture, view wildlife grazing the plains, and cycle through savannah, desert, rainforest and tropical coastline.
		Blyde River Canyon/ Kruger Lodge Safari - South Africa reduced rate from 13 650 RAND to only 11 700 RAND per person sharing for 5 November 2007 departure. 6 Days: A privately guided safari in the Kruger National Park for 4 couples. Includes 5-star service in nature guiding (ranger) and cooking (chef) staying in two private Kruger guest lodges.
		Cape Town, Garden Route, Kruger Park - South Africa Special Discount Rate from R19,990 RAND to 17 980 RAND per person sharing for departures on 8 Oct .07 and 25 Feb .08 13 Days: Escorted Small Group tour from Cape Town, Garden Route, Durban, Zululand, Kruger Park, Panorama Route. Includes: activities, breakfast, dinner, local flights.
		Best of East Africa - Kenya and Tanzania 10% Discount - valid for all confirmed bookings made before 28 September 2007. 10 Days: East African wildlife spectacular peppered with culture and breath taking scenery, visiting the most famous wildlife viewing parks of Kenya and Tanzania
		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
		Discover the wild West of Madagascar Scheduled departure 25th September - price is reduced from 1975 Euro down to 1125 Euro per person sharing. 14 Days: Highlights of the West of Madagascar, including Canoeing down the Tsiribihina River , Tsingy de Bemaraha NP, Analabe, Andranomena, Baobab alley, Kirindy-Mitea NP
		Madagascar - Canoeing down the Tsiribihina River Scheduled departures on 25th September and 23rd October. The price is reduced from 695 Euros to 450 Euro per person sharing. 7 Days: An adventurous pirogue (canoe) tour, through beautiful landscapes, camping on the shores of the Tsiribihina River. Visiting waterfalls, and gorges. Maybe have the opportunity to spot some lemurs and other animals along the way
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 Independent Travel 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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