"We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right"
...Nelson Mandela
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| 7 DAY OVERLAND SAFARI code drif CAPE TOWN TO DURBAN South Africa enjoys a spectacular coastline, starting with the cold Atlantic currents and storm battered rocks of the beaches around Cape Town through to the crystal clear, warm Indian Ocean and unspoiled white sandy beaches of Durban. On this tour we endeavor to explore this coastline thoroughly, and to enjoy the many nature reserves and activities encountered en-route. This tour is designed for active clients who wish to make the most of the time available, we cover vast distances, but also include walks and other activities.Bungalows, Inns and Hotels are used on this tour, some basic but always comfortable, all are chosen for their location. This tour requires a certain amount of fitness and flexibility; it is not suitable for those seeking a five star, luxury tour.
HIGHLIGHTS * Southern Tip of Africa * De Hoop Game reserve * Route 62 * Cango Caves * Ostrich Farm * Seasonal Whale Watching * Knysna Boat Trip * Tsitsikamma National Park * Addo Elephant Reserve * Wild Coast beaches * Nelson Mandela’s Birthplace OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES * Abseiling * Bungi Jumping * Quad Biking
DAY 1 : CAPE TOWN – DE HOOP NATURE RESERVEDeparting from the Drifters Cape Town Inn at 08h00, we follow the rugged coastline through the numerous fishing villages to Hermanus, well known for offering the finest land based whale watching in season. Our next stop is the southern most tip of Africa, Cape Agulhas, where the warm Indian and cold Atlantic oceans meet. This afternoon we will spend time game watching in the De Hoop Nature Reserve, acclaimed for its unique fauna and flora and spectacular scenery. We spend the night in bungalows. D |
| DAY 2 : GARDEN ROUTE – OUDTSHOORN An early start, we leave the coast, crossing the mighty Outeniqua Mountains and entering the dry Karoo interior. We follow the famed Route 62 toward Oudtshoorn where we visit the Cango Caves, one of the world’s great wonders. We will also visit a commercial Ostrich farm to learn more about these huge flightless birds. Late this afternoon we traverse the Outeniqua Pass and then travel through the Lake District en-route to our Log Cabins hidden in the heart of the Knysna forest. Our home for the next two nights will be the Drifters Knysna Inn. B L D | | DAY 3 : KNYSNA This morning we will enjoy a boat cruise on the Knysna Lagoon in the Drifters Ski Boat. Weather permitting, we will cruise through the Heads and out into the open ocean in the hope of spotting whales, dolphins, sharks, and other marine life that frequents this stretch of coast. We return to Knysna village and have some time free to explore this quaint woodcutter’s town, or to simply relax at the Waterfront. Dinner tonight will be own expense, enjoyed in one of the towns many restaurants. Return to the Drifters Knysna Inn for the night. B L | DAY 4 : TSITSIKAMMA – PORT ELIZABETH Heading for the Tsitsikamma National Park, we pass through the holiday town of Plettenberg Bay, and negotiate the deep ravines and high lookouts of the “Old Passes Road”. At Tsitsikamma we enjoy a short hike along the rugged coast and a visit to the suspension bridge that crosses the Storms River before continuing our journey to Port Elizabeth. On arrival we check into our hotel near the seafront and then set off to explore the many Cafés, Pubs, and Restaurants in the surrounding area. Tonight’s meal will be own expense. B L | DAY 5 : ADDO ELEPHANT PARK – EASTERN CAPE This morning is spent game driving in the Addo Elephant Park, renowned for its herds of African Elephant, Black Rhinoceros, Cape Buffalo, Dung Beetle’s, and other interesting species. Leaving the park in the afternoon, we continue to our next stop where we overnight in comfortable bungalows. B L D | DAY 6 : WILD COAST Today we travel into an area that was designated as a Tribal Homeland during the apartheid era (Transkei). Nelson Mandela was born here, and our route takes us past both his birthplace and the holiday house that he had built to replicate his prison house. This afternoon we arrive at our remote, secluded Coffee Bay resort where we spend some time on the beach and enjoying the surf. To stretch our legs we will conduct a walk to “Hole in the Wall” a unique rock formation created by the constant pounding of the waves. B L D DAY 7 : DURBAN A long drive today, we pass through Umtata and then wind our way through the scenic hill’s of the Eastern Cape, dotted with rural villages where women work in the fields and men tend their cows as they have for centuries. Our journey then takes us past the many resorts of the Kwazulu – Natal south coast before we enter Durban, South Africa’s holiday city, and home to Africa’s largest harbour. Our stop tonight is just north of Durban at the Drifters Dolphin Coast Inn, situated literally on the beach, this is the perfect place to unwind after the many days of traveling. Tonight we enjoy a celebratory meal at a local restaurant (own expense). B LDAY 8 : TOUR ENDSThe tour ends this morning after breakfast, however clients wishing to stay on at the Drifters Dolphin Coast Inn may book extra nights in order to enjoy this superb stretch of unspoiled beach. Clients wishing to travel to Johannesburg may join the guide today at a cost of R300-00 (payable directly to the guide), but Drifters will not be under obligation to provide this service, and although we intend to be back in Johannesburg by 18h00, we can not always guarantee this. B | | THIS TOUR WILL DEPART CAPE TOWN EVERY SATURDAY DURING 2003. PRICE WILL BE : EURO 495-00 | | | | | |
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