SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI
It is amazing that anyone who goes to Africa ALWAYS wants to return. I do love South Africa and you will too. Capetown is probably one of the most beautiful cities in the world so, if you can take the extra time, I do recommend that you take the post tour to Capetown. Wait til you see the wine country. It is spectacular. As most of you know, South African safaris have become very popular and the SA Rand is going up in value every month so I am thrilled to offer the following rates. As I have said over and over, Africa will change your life forever. It certainly has changed mine.
Sharon Carr
To book this trip, call 1-800-648-4856 or 972-233-3300
DATES
Sept 24 – Oct 2, 2010
PRICE
$4899 + $527 TAX = $5426 = per person DOUBLE occupancy$6049 + $527 TAX = $6576 – per person single occupancy – on request basis only
Taxes are subject to change
4 NIGHT CAPETOWN EXTENSION: Oct 1-5, 2010
$899 + $90 tax = $989 per person double occupancy
$1449 + $90 tax = $1539 per person single occupancy
Includes meet & greet at Capetown Airport, roundtrip transfers, 4 nights at the 4 star Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Roundtrip air from DFW/Johannesburg
- Charter air flights Mpumalanga/Sabi Sands/Phinda/Johannesburg
- Meet & Greet Johannesburg Airport
- 1 night at 5 star Michaelangelo Hotel in Johannesburg
- 2 nights Ngala Safari Lodge
- 3 nights Phinda Mountain Lodge
- All meals while on safari
- Two game drives per day at Ngala & Phinda
- Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated
- Porterage for 2 small bags per person
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals other than specified above
- Items of a personal nature (i.e. laundry, souvenirs, etc)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities to guides and drivers
- Visa Fees if required
- South Africa Departure Tax
Please read the full set of terms and conditions before booking this trip.
ITINERARY
September 24, 2010
Fly from DFW to Washington to Johannesburg
September 25, 2010
On arrival in Johannesburg you will collect your luggage, clear customs and will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Forming an integral part of Renaissance styled Sandton Square, the 5 star Michelangelo hotel reflects the architecture and design of the square. A majestic dome in glass and steel tops the entrance lobby atrium rising eight stories. Scenic elevators overlook the atrium with its arches, columns, and decorative balustrades. Marble and sandstone finishes add to the elegance. Rooms and suites have all been tastefully decorated to reflect the elegant Renaissance-style that has been carried throughout the rest of the hotel.
Overnight: Michelangelo (B)
September 26, 2010
This morning you will be transferred to the Johannesburg airport for your flight to Mpumalanga. On arrival in Mpumalanga you will be met and transferred by road to your lodge located in the Kruger National Park. You will arrive in time for an afternoon game viewing activity.
Ngala Safari Lodge is a gracious, colonial-style safari lodge, set in Ngala's extraordinary African wilderness, is renowned for its superb accommodation. It provides an unbeatable family safari experience in the heart of the Kruger National Park.
The 20 thatched cottages are shaded by Mopane trees and overlook the riverine below. All feature air conditioning, intimate verandahs and green slate en suite baths and showers.
Situated within the world-famous Kruger National Park, a safari at Ngala Private Game Reserve is an unsurpassed wildlife experience offering exceptional game viewing, an abundance of birdlife, numerous spectacularly scenic attractions and cultural experiences.
Overnight: Ngala Safari Lodge (Full Board)
September 27, 2010
Full day of game viewing activities to explore this area.
Overnight: Ngala Safari Lodge (Full Board)
September 28, 2010
After a morning game viewing activity you will take your scheduled charter flight to your next camp located in the Phinda Private Game Reserve. You will arrive in time for an afternoon game viewing activity.
Phinda Private Game Reserve is home to an incredible diversity of mammals. Predators like cheetah, leopard and lion are tracked on a daily basis and visitors stand extremely good chances of seeing them. The territorial white rhino favor waterholes and wallows. Herds of elephant and buffalo move throughout the reserve and are easily spotted. Impressive nyala antelope feed alongside impala and warthog. Nocturnal aardvark, bushpig and greater bushbaby may be encountered on exciting night game-drives. Mountain reedbuck dwell on rocky slopes, while common reedbuck favor palmveld and wetlands. Tonga red squirrel are restricted to Sand Forest where tiny suni and red duiker are most abundant. The extraordinary four-toed elephant-shrew forages among leaf-litter in forest and thickets.
Each of the 20 private suites at Phinda Mountain Lodge feature spacious en suite bathrooms, sitting areas and spectacular viewing decks. Between exciting game-drives, birdwatch from the pooldeck, or simply relax in the Lodge’s comfortable sitting area with its great vaulted ceiling and enormous fireplace.
The guest dining and sitting areas, shaded terrace and bar open onto decks with spectacular views of the Lebombo Mountains and bushveld.
Additional facilities include an African crafts shop, a dramatic open-air boma, conference room for up to 70 delegates, shaded swimming pool and lookout deck.
Overnight: Phinda Mountain Lodge (Full Board)
Wednesday & Thursday - September 29 & 30, 2010
Two full days of game viewing activities.
Overnight: Phinda Mountain Lodge (Full Board)
October 01, 2010
After a morning game drive you will take your scheduled charter flight to Johannesburg where you will connect on your overnight flight to Johannesburg.
CAPE TOWN EXTENSION
Oct 1
Johannesburg to Cape Town
Upon arrival at Cape Town Airport our group will be met by a representative and assisted to your transfer to the hotel for check in. You have the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
Day 2 & 3
Cape Town
Full days at leisure. One of the most beautiful cities in South Africa, and possibly the world, is strategically situated at the south-western tip of Africa. It has the reputation as being the most laid back city in South Africa with Capetonians adhering to “Africa time”, which is somewhat slower than most other major cities. This relaxed atmosphere is attributed to Table Mountain which is known to be amongst the most spiritual places on earth. You only have to look up to see the quartzite granite cliffs towering over the city with a protective presence. People are drawn towards the mountain and every visitor feels the need to climb up or take the revolving cable car to the top. At 1086 meters above sea level, you are privy to the most dramatic views of the whole of the Cape Peninsula.
Day 4
Cape Town Full Day Tour
Today you have a full day tour booked. You have an option of enjoying either a full day Cape Peninsula Tour or a full day Cape Winelands Tour which includes entrances.
Day 5
Cape Town to DFW
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out at 10:00AM. Group transfer from the hotel to the Cape Town Airport for your departure flight home.
AIR SCHEDULE
| Destination | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Washington (IAD) | 11:50AM | 3:54PM |
| Washington-Johannesburg | 5:40PM | 5:20PM |
| Johannesburg-Washington | 5:35PM | 6:00AM |
| Washington-Dallas | 8:35AM | 10:56AM |
ABBREVIATED TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Sharon Carr Travel is not responsible for weather-related or mechanical delays.
A VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR AND MUST BE VALID 6 MONTHS AFTER YOU RETURN FROM SOUTH AFRICA
A deposit of $2000 per person ($200 pp for Capetown) is due with booking. Second payment of $2000 ($789 pp) is due Apr 1, 2010. Final payment is due no later than June 1, 2010.
If cancelled before Apr 1, 2010, a $1000 per person fee is assessed. If cancelled before June 1, 2010, $2000 per person fee will be assessed. If cancelled on or after June 1,2010, package is totally non-refundable.
Prices represent a 5% discount for payment by check or money order. Rates are 5% higher if using a credit card and require an authorized signature. We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, & Discover.
Legal first and last names (NO NICKNAMES) must be given as shown on your driver's license. Name changes are $100 per name change and may be made up to 30 days prior to departure.
Please read the full set of terms and conditions before booking this trip.