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This trip offers a fantastic combination of the hustle & bustle of Cairo and total tranquillity of the desert. You will be guided around Pharonic, Coptic and Islamic Cairo and see all the 'must see' places. The second part of the tour takes you into the Black and White Desert with the most incredible variety of colours, shapes and even some Pharonic tombs. Experience the desert in its true form sitting around a camp fire with your Bedouin guides. A visit to the Bahariya Oasis is also on the programme.

This exquisite Nile Cruise on board the SS Hadeel, a traditional Dahabiya, will take you from Luxor to Aswan (or reverse order). In the early 1900s, these sailing boats were used on the Nile for leisure by the aristocracy. The SS Hadeel has 3 decks with a lounge, bar, dining room and only 8 en-suite cabins all decorated in beautiful arabesque style. You will visit some of the best of Pharonic Egypt, including the Valley of Kings & Queens and Karnak Temple in Luxor, temples of Kom Ombo & Edfu between Luxor & Aswan, but also some more off the beaten track destinations. This trip also offers the opportunity to observe its landscape at a slow pace and get close to its people.

Escape the mainstream commercialised resorts in the Red Sea, offering bog-standard 5-day dive packages, with this wonderful camel dive safari. You will explore a stretch of coastline virtually untouched, rarely dived and reached by camel, but also dive the more well-known sites close to Dahab. You will also have plenty of time to absorb the blissful experience of the Sinai desert, with two nights camping under the stars.

The Red Sea is often referred to as a diver's paradise - with great dive sites, abundant marine life, great visibility and warm waters. The northern part of the Red Sea has been selected as one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of The World. In recent years some of these precious habitats have received protection.

The Best of Dahab dive package has been designed for any divers (min. qualification PADI Open Water or similar) who want to experience the ultimate Sinai experience. It combines the best dives in & around Dahab with the famous camel dive safaris and a boat safari to two different Marine Reserves. This trip is also ideal for mixed groups of divers, snorkellers and non-divers, offering sufficient variety for everybody to enjoy a week of adventure & fun.

If you are not a qualified diver as yet, PADI Open Water courses can also be arranged as well as more standard scuba-dive packages for the already qualified. Please contact us for more information and prices.

In order to escape the mainstream commercialised resorts in the Red Sea, we offer a variety of scuba-diving packages based in the relaxed village-style resort of Dahab. Dahab is situated roughly 100km north of Sharm el-Sheikh on the Gulf of Aqaba coast, Sinai. Dahab offers a wide range of shore dives in the Gulf of Aqaba, from shallow gentle dives to deep technical dives in the Blue Hole. In the programme are dive sites such as the Canyon, Bells to the Blue Hole, the Islands, Coral Garden, Eel Gardens, the Lighthouse, Gabr el-Bint, and potentially a boat dive to Napoleon Reef, dependent on weather conditions.

You will be based on the southern side of Dahab's seafront , and stay at the family friendly Inmo Diver's Home situated directly on the house reef with views across the Gulf of Aqaba. The hotel offers a range of family rooms, a good restaurant, swimming pool and children's playground with cave & paddling pool and several sun-lounging areas turning your stay into a relaxing and delightful experience. Child minding facilities are available whilst you dive. The dive centre offers optional courses for kids including the Bubblemaker course for young children and the Junior Open Water Course for children 10 years and older. Various adult PADI Dive courses are also available on request.

If you are looking to learn scuba-diving, where better than among the coral reefs in the warm & clear waters of the Gulf of Aqaba. We offer various PADI courses and the dive centre has a large classroom combined with tables outside for the occasional outdoor sessions. The classrooms have all necessary video & audio facilities, instructional materials and manuals.

Virtually anybody in a general good health and fitness can learn to dive. You will be based either in the PADI, BASC, TDI dive centre conveniently run from the Coral Coast Hotel and located on the famous Eel Garden reef, or at the PADI, CMAS & SSI dive centre based at Daniela Village. The highly experienced & qualified dive teams are friendly and on hand at all times. Fantasea promote responsible diving practices with no more than 6 divers per group and have a comprehensive eco-policy.

Both dive centres are equipped with the latest in diving equipment, regularly maintained and renewed to ensure your comfort, safety and style. There are spacious kitting up areas, rinsing pool, locker space, large bathrooms and hot water showers.

This jeep safari focuses on the culture and history of the Sinai Desert, visiting St. Catherine's Monastery with the legendary burning bush, Mount Sinai where Moses received the Ten Commandments, Wadi Feiran where he struck a rock with his staff, bringing forth a spring so his people could drink, and the famous turquoise mines at Serabit - just to name a few. This trip bursts with historical and cultural interest to give you a true insight into this 'great and terrible wilderness'.

There are only a few places in the world where a first-time visitor is confronted with a mountainous desert landscape as spectacular as that of the Sinai. On this camel safari you will trek into the heart of the desert and spend time with a Bedouin tribe learning amongst others about their techniques of survival. Visit the ancient biblical sites, such as St. Catherine's Monastery, and explore the Mount Sinai area. Sleeping under the stars in the desert is a most breathtaking and soul recharging experience.

St. Catherine's Monastery, set beneath Mount Sinai, is where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments and the site of the biblical Burning Bush. This area is the roof of the Sinai, where rocky peaks reach over 2500m and even snow falls in winter. In the middle of the desert, St Catherine's Protectorate offers a surprising ecosystem with many freshwater pools and even some streams! Instead of watching sun rise on top of Mt Sinai, which requires the popular midnight climb shared with 100s of tourist, we offer you sunset from the summit.

In Jordan, we offer a range of inspiring, one-week cultural tours combining the renowned archaeological sites of Petra and Jerash with the Dead Sea and the Jordanian desert. All these itineraries start & finish in the capital city of Jordan - Amman. All tours exclude international flights, so you have flexibility to extend your trip with a second week relaxing in the Dead Sea coast or travelling to nearby countries such as Egypt. The below itinerary can be organised all year round with a set departure guaranteed every Saturday throughout the year (min 2 persons).

This tour visits Jordan's most valuable treasure, the Rose City of Petra, and the unique landscape of the Dead Sea coast. But the main focus of this trip is to go off the beaten track, to visit and explore Jordan's the wild places such as Dana and Ajlun Nature Reserves and Wadi Rum. There are several opportunities during this tour for guided walks of varying duration through the rocky canyons and gorges of wild Jordan providing the opportunity to glance wildlife such as ostrich and Oryx.

This camping safari in small private mobile camps, is one of the best and most affordable ways to experience Kenya's natural attractions. The safari has been designed to include a variety of habitats so that the widest diversity of wildlife can be seen. The camps are sited in private conservancies so that walking and night drives may be taken but are also conveniently located for easy access to Amboseli and Nakuru National Parks and the world renowned Masai Mara.
The sample itinerary below will give you an idea what to expect from a mobile camping safari. This itinerary can be tailormade and booked on a private basis depending on your interests.

This 7 day safari combines three of Kenya's finest wildlife areas. Amboseli / Selenkay Conservancy is the best place to see elephant at close range and offers spectacular views of Kilimanjaro. Old Pejeta Conservancy is the largest Rhino conservancy in East Africa and the Masai Mara, famous for the spectacular annual wildebeest migration. Accommodation is provided in small and exclusive safari camps, run on environmentally sound principles - working closely with the local communities. All camps are specially designed to have minimum impact with no permanent structures.

A one week safari in Kenya designed specially for photographers, staying six nights in Kenya's finest wildlife area, the Mara ecosystem, and escorted by well-known wildlife Photographer Paolo Torchio. The safari spends time in two exclusive wildlife conservancies in the Mara eco-system: Ol Kinyei Conservancy and Olare Orok Conservancy as well as in the Mara Reserve.

Departure dates are not fixed and can be arranged at any time to suit your requirements. The safari itinerary can be amended to tie in with your international flight arrival and departure times or to reflect the best places for wildlife viewing in the Mara. It can also be extended if you have any special requests.

A walking safari in unspoilt wilderness, escorted by Samburu and Maasai guides and their camels. Two nights (or longer) are spent in the bush in simple mobile camps, with supplies and equipment carried by camels and staffed by the camp team who will look after you throughout the expedition.

The duration of this expedition can be tailored according to guests's expectations.

A truly exceptional wildlife, mountain and Lake Malawi experience with your own private driver. This trip offers a great insight into the main attractions of South and central Malawi, where you will stay in comfort in local lodges. From Liwonde National Park to the forested hills of Zomba and Ntchisi rainforest and the shores of Lake Malawi, each destination offers mind blowing scenery and unique accommodation.

A truly exceptional Lake Malawi experience with luxury accommodation and all activity included in price. This trip is designed for activity loving water sports enthusiasts who also share a passion for nature. It is based in Cape Maclear and Mumbo Island within Lake Malawi National Park with a veritable aquarium of tropical fish.

Start with a wildlife safari in Liwonde National Park with its riverine swamps, forests and grasslands. This wide diversity of habitats gives rise to some of the most scenic game viewing in Malawi and great bird watching. It offers not only game drives, but also river boat safaris. The area in Liwonde used for Malawi's only rhino breeding programme has recently been opened to visitors as well. From Liwonde you will travel to Lake Malawi to spend some time relaxing, getting to know the local people, enjoying Lake Niassa's clear waters and explore Likoma Island.

A true classic African safari in the South Luangwa Valley followed by time in Malawi on Lake Malawi and Liwonde National Park. Malawi is often referred to as the warm heart of Africa offering friendly people, diverse landscapes and the amazingly beautiful Lake Malawi.

Start with a wildlife safari in the Selous, the largest Game Reserve in Tanzania. Selous is a unique safari destination where game drives, walking safaris and boat safaris are all possible from one location. From Selous you will fly to Pemba (Mozambique) to spend some time in Quirimbas National Park at Guludo - relaxing, getting to know the local community, swimming, snorkelling & maybe some diving.

Tanzania has some of the most untouched Game Reserves in Africa. The number of tourists visiting Selous Game Reserve is limited and this, together with its immense size, makes the reserve ideal for travellers seeking a sense of isolation, exploration, and discovery.

The natural surroundings of Guludo in Northern Mozambique are spectacular, with so much to discover both under water and on land. This truly unique beachside eco-lodge offers diving on some of the most diverse coral reefs in the Indian Ocean, and a variety of other land and water based activites.

Moja Safari Wilderness is an exclusive privately-managed concession within the vast Niassa National Reserve, Mozambique's largest protected conservation area. Situated in Northern Mozambique's remote Lugenda Valley, close to the border with Tanzania and within easy air access of the luxurious island retreats of the Quirimbas archipelago, Tanzania's Selous Game Reserve, Lake Malawi and Dar es Salaam.

The Moja Explore Experience is an incredible walking and canoeing journey through one of the last remaining true wild places in Africa. These up-market tented safaris start at the Mbamba village, a remote and ancient community on the banks of the Lugenda River, and conclude at the mystical Moja SkyBeds, some 30kms downstream. The unique appeal of these safaris is the experience of real wilderness, uncultivated by mass commercialization. Incorporating intuitive encounters with Niassa's unique wildlife, scenic wild places and the communities living within the reserve.

The itineraries are flexible and subject to change depending on guest's interests. The following basic guideline gives you a sample of the type of experience you can expect on a three-night adventure.

The natural surroundings of Guludo are spectacular, with so much to discover both under water and on land. This truly unique beachside eco-lodge offers diving on some of the most diverse coral reefs in the Indian Ocean, and a host of activites suitable for young and old.

The lodge is set on possibly the best beach in the whole of northern Mozambique - an 8-miles stretch of virgin beach. Its tranquil bay is surrounded by pristine coral reefs. Although the reefs are virtually unexplored, indicators are that they host some of the richest coral biodiversity in the Indian Ocean. Guludo is a registered "PADI Resort" with an excellent dive centre running a full range of PADI dive courses for complete beginners to experienced divers. The resort and dive centre is family friendly, and children from the age of 10 can learn to dive. They can either do a half day course with one to one tuition ending with a shallow dive or a full PADI Open Water dive course qualifying them to dive anywhere in the world.

For non-divers there are a variety of activities to choose from including village tours, sunset dhow cruises, bush walks, beach archery and village football. Sail to nearby Rolas Island to relax on a secluded sandy beach and snorkel in crystal clear waters surrounding the island. From July to early November humpbacks pass by the azure waters off Guludo's shoreline.

Relax at Guludo's luxury eco-friendly camp, designed by award-winning architects who successfully created a unique and luxurious Northern Mozambican village feel. The natural surroundings of Guludo are spectacular, with so much to discover.

The whole of Northern Mozambique is only very slowly opening up to tourism. Along the tropical coastline are a series of islands, which have been dubbed `the African Carribean' due to their white sand beaches lined with palm trees. The area also has a rich and colourful cultural heritage, and some of the oldest towns in Mozambique.

The itinerary begins on the mainland in Quirimbas National Park at Guludo - nominated one of the world's top 20 beaches by the Daily Telegraph. Enjoy sunset dhow trips, bush & village walks, diving and snorkelling. The second part is spent on Ibo Island providing you a glimpse into the region's eclectic history.

This itinerary is designed to give you some of the best off-the-beaten track destinations in Mozambiqiue. Start exploring Gorongosa - one of the most exciting new experiences in Africa! - offering a huge diversity of habitats, species and flora. Ten move onto Nuarro, a unique 'beach & bush' lodge with world class diving. And finish the itinerary on Ibo Island, rich with history and culture.

Gorongosa National Park is ecologically unique, an area with high species diversity and environmental features found nowhere else on the sub-continent. It is home to a great diversity of animals and plants, some of which are found nowhere else in the world. From the lumbering elephant to the endemic Green-Headed Oriole and from the famed Gorongosa lions to the rarely seen fire squirrels, Gorongosa offers a unique experience.

Explore Gorongosa is the first private ecotourism initiative in Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park. This adventure safari offers a luxury walking and/or water-based safari experience, combined with day and night game drives to fully explore the Gorongosa National Park. The safari itineraries are 100% flexible and subject to change depending on the season and according to guest's interests. In addition to the wildlife experience, this safari also provides guests with first-hand insights into the innovative restoration project underway within the Park.

This self drive tour takes you to some of the quietest places in Africa. Luxurious lodges offering stunning sundowner views and safe bushwalks amongst the sand dunes and bizarre eroded rock landscapes of Damarland. Experience the cultural sights of Africa's unique San rock art at Twyfelfontein as well as the awe inspiring Sossusvlei dunes. It also takes you on to Damaraland where you will be guided through the dry river beds to encounter the uniquely adapted desert elephants. Smaller than their cousins in the north they also have large feet to spread their weight across the shifting sands. Although not classed as a desert, you will also visit the Atlantic coast of Namibia where the cold ocean currents cool the desert landscape. Here you will find a relic of colonial influence in the town of Swakopmund with its Germanic architecture and German speaking people. From here you can view the largest colony of Cape Fur Seal in Africa where literally tens of thousands of animals thrive in the cold waters. Either drive to see them at Cape Cross or take one of the many boat tours that depart daily. Complimentary wine and oysters are served once you return to port.

This tour is designed to show you some of the must see wildlife areas in Namibia and Botswana combined with the scenic beauty of the mighty Victoria Falls in Zambia. First stop is Etosha National Park, one of the continent's greatest game viewing areas with huge herds of elephant and both black and white rhino. You will then continue along to the northeast into the Caprivi Strip, a long, skinny stretch of tropical wetland areas rich in wildlife. The Caprivi is dominated by rivers, swamps and floodplains providing a home to a wide variety of wildlife. From the Caprivi you will visit the Chobe in Botswana known for its huge concentration of elephants, especially along the Chobe River. No trip to this part of the world would be complete without a visit to the impressive Victoria Falls. The Zambezi River gorge below the falls has developed into Africa's centre for adventure sports offering adrenaline surging activities such as white water rafting, abseiling, gorge swings and the famous bungee jump into the gorge.

Amongst the unique rugged landscape of Namibia lives a diverse and special fauna and flora. This tour takes you not only to world renowned areas such as Etosha and Damaraland, but also gives you the opportunity to experience the Himba people and San Bushman living traditional lifestyles in an ever changing world.

You will start at Okonjima - home to the AfriCat Foundation - where amongst others you will be able to track radio collared leopards and see the feeding of the resident cheetahs. In Damaraland you will be guided through the dry river beds to encounter the uniquely adapted desert elephants. Experience the cultural sights of Africa's unique San rock art at Twyfelfontein as well as the opportunity to participate in cultural tours to the local communities of Himba people in the north.
Following a visit of Etosha National Park and its awesome salt pan. Following you will visit the Nhoma area and spend 2 nights next to the traditional San Bushman village of //Nhoq'ma, offering a genuine bushman experience. In the Windhoek area, in a private reserve you can track rhino on foot and be pampered in their Spa.

A great fully guided small group itinerary that offers something for everyone - culture, good food, beach, sightseeing and plenty of different activities like whale watching, wildlife safari, hiking and cycling. The accommodation is carefully selected, independently owned small establishments - so no stuffy hotels or large group oriented properties. The itinerary includes the Whale Trail and September is an excellent time for land- and boat-based whale watching along the coast of the Western Cape. It also includes a number of popular attractions in Cape Town and along the Garden Route.

Get off the bus - this fully guided small group trip offers a variety of activities that will give you opportunities to interact with local people, get close to nature and get active. It is ideal for the first time visitor to the Western Cape & South Africa and includes all the major Cape Town and Garden Route highlights. The tour and accommodation will suit couples as well as single travellers. A fully accredited & qualified tour guide will accompany the group throughout and will not only provide valuable information on areas visited, but will also take care of all logistics & arrangements, ensuring you a trouble free and relaxing holiday experience.

Discover the Marine Big 5 (whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins), as well as the classic safari Big 5 (buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion and leopard) on this magical whale watching tour. The best time to travel is during South Africa's winter season from July to November, but don't be put of by this. Winter in South Africa nothing like the European and North American winters and it is also a lovely quiet time of year. At least 37 species of whales and dolphins can be found in the waters off South Africa, including Southern Right and Humpback whales. During the winter period Southern Right whales migrate into the coastal waters of the Western Cape to calve and nurse their young and therefore can often been seen up close along the coast.

This itinerary is suitable for both couples and families and offers a wide range of different activities to keep everybody interested and entertained. The accommodation used for both couple and families has been specifically chosen to suit their different requirements (couples=first named accommodation and families=second named accommodation).

Experience Cape Town's vibrant urban culture during this 5-day City tour that includes guided walks through the city centre and historical Bo-Kaap, a lesson in Cape Malay cooking and a visit one of Cape Town's urban townships. Choose from a variety of additional day tours, such as the beautiful Cape Point Nature Reserve, learn to make African beaded jewellery or participate in a music tour.

During your stay, you will be based at one of Cape Town's most exciting urban boutique hotels, within close proximity of the city's best restaurants, art galleries and theatres. The itinerary is flexible, and provides you with enough time to explore the sights and sounds of the Mother City. On arrival you will be provided with a calendar and information about cultural events and shows available during your stay, as well as a list of the best nearby restaurants.

This itinerary is ideal for those people interested in a vibrant inner city experience with a passion for culture, history, architecture and art. The ideal traveller will be independent and likes to explore art galleries and restaurants at their own pace, but enjoys the occasional guided excursions led by local guides to get a feel for the life and culture of the destination. This itinerary is not suitable for families with young children.

This Classic Cape & Garden Route itinerary is ideal for the first time visitors to the Western Cape & South Africa, and includes all the major Cape Town and Garden Route highlights. It offer time for shopping and good food in Cape Town, wine tasting in some of South Africa's most famous vineyards and visiting Table Mountain. But also plenty of opportunity for sightseeing, enjoying the natural environment and South Africa's Rainbow Nation's culture, good food, beach, and lots of different activities like whale watching (land and water based - seasonal), penguins and Big 5 wildlife safari in the malaria free Eastern Cape Game Reserve of Amakhala.

The trip and accommodation will suit couples, but can easily be tailored to accommodate families with children of varying ages. Although this trip is on a self-drive basis providing maximum flexibility, guided options are also available on request. To suit a range of budgets, we can tailor this trip with more standard accommodation or a nice mixture of both.

This trip is designed to showcase the success of biodiversity initiatives in the Western Cape and is an excellent example of an eco-tourism experience in South Africa. All participants in our Biodiversity & Wine Route are committed to conservation, sustainability and social upliftment. Discover the beautiful city of Cape Town and surrounds with visits to Kirstenbosch Gardens and Cape Point National Park. Explore an off-the-beaten track eco-wine route and visit boutique wine estates, who are all members of the Biodiversity & Wine Initiative. A guided tour of the natural vegetation communicates the wine producers' stories and the role of biodiversity conservation in sustainable wine production. The Cape Floral Kingdom is the smallest yet richest plant kingdom on earth, and has earned international recognition as a global biodiversity hotspot. Visit a luxurious nature retreat located on the Fynbos Route in the unspoilt Overberg region.

This itinerary is ideal for second time visitors to South Africa and those who want to avoid main tourist centres. The tour is designed for nature lovers with an interest in learning more about the diverse Cape Floral Kingdom and other biomes in the Western Cape. Wine lovers with an interest in sustainable wine production will have the opportunity to get to know a community of wine growers and grape producers with a common interest in conservation, sustainability and social upliftment.

Enjoy the unexpected pleasures of the Breede River Valley and Klein Karoo along Route 62, a scenic inland route which links the harbour cities of Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Route 62 is a shorter, more interesting and uncrowded alternative to the N2 highway, and greatly affects the economy of smaller towns and communities which have been beautifully preserved. You will soon discover that the area offers the visitor an adventure, both in the physical sense, and visually, with a kaleidoscope of scenic experiences. The Robertson Wine Valley is one of the Western Cape's best kept secrets and the region produces some of South Africa's finest wines.

This itinerary is ideal for second time visitors, who have already experienced the Garden Route and Cape Winelands and are looking for a different experience. The ideal traveller prefers the freedom to explore sights and attractions at their own pace, have a sense of adventure, and appreciate the charm and quirkiness of small town culture. Accommodation offered is a mix of mid-range farm-style country houses, a luxury safari lodge and an intimate coastal guesthouse, and the itinerary can be tailored to accommodate families with children.

The safari location is selected for the beautiful setting, diverse ecosystems and variety of game, although not a Big Five experience. What makes the game experience at Samara also interesting is their Cheetah Conservation project.

Embark on an adventurous wildlife safari in a 12,000 hectare unspoiled wilderness concession area in the Kruger National Park, the largest game reserve in South Africa. Follow animal tracks on foot through this environmentally sensitive area that offers the traditional Big Five as well as a remarkable diversity of animal and plant life. Explore the vibrant culture and get to know the Swazi lifestyle during an interactive visit to some craft projects and homesteads in the area. Explore the iSimangaliso Wetland Park by boat or canoe, enjoy guided coastal forest walks in Northern Maputoland and go snorkelling in crystal clear rock pools along a deserted stretch of coastline.

This itinerary is ideal for well-travelled families with teenage children (pref. 12 yrs and older) and first time visitors to Africa. The nature of the activities ensures that you will get close to wildlife, accompanied by highly qualified guides who will share their wealth of bush knowledge. The itinerary is designed to include lots of activities and minimum driving time to keep teenagers stimulated and entertained. Children under 12 yrs old are unfortunately not allowed at Plains Camp and on guided walks, but alternative accommodation options can be used to accommodate younger children.

Limpopo is a land of beautiful and contrasting landscapes, a rich natural and cultural heritage and abundance of wildlife. The Greater Kruger private game reserves, home to the Big Five, offer exceptional game viewing without the distraction of large tourist buses on the busy tarred routes within the Park itself. Venture deeper into Limpopo to the Soutpansberg region, a magical place steeped in Venda mythology and legend. Explore the area's community art & craft routes and visit the Mapungubwe World Heritage Site at the confluence of the Limpopo and Shashe Rivers, a landmark in the area. Experience more wildlife safari in the Tuli region (Southern Botswana) and you have a most incredible Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa tour.

This itinerary is ideal for the discerning, adventurous traveller who enjoys exploring distant lands and indigenous cultures. The route is simple to navigate and roads are fairly good and well signposted, but you will need to be willing to explore some of the sites independently, which requires a sense of adventure. Accommodation in the first part of the itinerary is rustic, but comfortable, exclusive and intimate. This safari is suitable for both couples and families with older children (preferably 12 years and older).

This trip takes you from the Kalahari right down to Cape Town, covering some of the most amazing scenery in Southern Africa. This part of South Africa is still relatively unknown to interna-tional tourists yet offers some stunning arid landscapes and less well known wildlife such as the Oryx and Jackal. The cultural heritage of the Eastern Cape is also rich as these open landscapes are the traditional hunting grounds of the San people. This tour contrasts both the modern international city life of Cape Town with the traditional lifestyles of the San whose culture is thousands of years old.

What better way to treat yourself to an action-packed reef & shark scuba-diving and Big 5 wildlife safari extravaganza in the glorious and diverse KwaZulu Natal? Starting with diving on Aliwal Shoal & Protea Banks, described by Jacques Cousteau as the best shark diving site in the world. Followed by diving in Sodwana Bay, South Africa's diving Mecca and marine reserve within the World Heritage Site St Lucia Wetland Park, and the icing on the cake a wildlife safari in Hluhluwe/Umfolozi National Park.

This Shark & Seal Scuba-Dive Safari showcases some of the best diving in South Africa. Starting with an exciting dive programme in the Western Cape with shore & boat dives (incl. seal & wreck dives), shark tank dive in Cape Town's Two Oceans Aquarium and a Great white shark cage dive in Gansbaai.

For the second part you will fly to Kwa-Zulu Natal and dive the famous Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks. The excitement keeps coming! During June to October you are sure to see the Ragged Tooth Sharks as they congregate to mate. It is not uncommon to find 15-150 of these ferocious looking, but docile animals on one single dive. During November to February you can expect to see Hammerheads and the Zambezi sharks, the latter staying on until about May-June.

Stay Another Day in Cape Town and get to know the real Mother City. Extend your itinerary to include interesting and off-the-beaten track experiences, such as the Cape Malay Cooking Safari, Walking with Baboons and a Township Cycling Safari. Below you will find more examples of activities and excursions that you can add to your Cape Town itinerary to extend your stay and learn more about its natural environment, people and cultures.

All of the below Stay Another Day suggestions create jobs & social upliftment and are as environmentally friendly as possible. They are also carefully chosen for their sustainability and many are FTTSA accredited. For more information and prices, please contact us.

Stay Another Day and get to know the real Garden Route. Change or extend your itinerary to include interesting and off-the-beaten track experiences, such as the Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour, Homestays in the Knysna area and township tours in Port Elizabeth. You will find more activities and excursions below that you can add to your Garden Route itinerary to extend your stay and learn more about its natural environment, people and cultures.

All of the below Stay Another Day suggestions create jobs & social upliftment and are as environmentally friendly as possible. They are also carefully chosen for their sustainability and many are FTTSA accredited. For more information and prices, please contact us.

Stay Another Day in the diverse and beautiful province of KwaZulu Natal and get to know the real Zulu Kingdom. Extend your itinerary to include interesting and off-the-beaten track experiences, such as the Mehloding Adventure Trails, St Lucia Hippo & Croc Cruise and a Battlefield tour. Below you will find more examples of activities and excursions that you can add to your KwaZulu Natal itinerary to extend your stay and learn more about its natural environment, people and cultures.

All of the below Stay Another Day suggestions create jobs & social upliftment and are as environmentally friendly as possible. They are also carefully chosen for their sustainability and many are FTTSA accredited. For more information and prices, please contact us.

Stay Another Day in hidden gem of Limpopo and get to know the real Land of Legends. Extend your itinerary to include interesting and off-the-beaten track experiences, such as the Mapungubwe World Heritage Site, Baobabwe Peace Trail or Art & Craft Workshops. Below you will find more examples of activities and excursions that you can add to your Limpopo itinerary to extend your stay and learn more about its natural environment, people and cultures.

All of our Stay Another Day suggestions create jobs & social upliftment and are as environmentally friendly as possible. They are also carefully chosen for their sustainability and many are FTTSA accredited. For more information and prices, please contact us.

Stay Another Day and get to know the real Western Cape region. Change or extend your itinerary to include interesting and off-the-beaten track experiences. Whale Watching Boat Cruise, Shark Cage Diving and !Khwa ttu San Culture are just some of the examples of activities and excursions that you can add to your Western Cape itinerary to extend your stay and learn more about its natural environment, people and cultures.

All of the below Stay Another Day suggestions create jobs & social upliftment and are as environmentally friendly as possible. They are also carefully chosen for their sustainability and many are FTTSA accredited. For more information and prices, please contact us.

This scuba-dive itinerary offers you proper off-the-beaten-track diving, combining Mafia Island Archipelago and Mnazi Bay near Mikindani. Mnazi Bay - Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park in the remote southeast of Tanzania was gazetted in 2000 having been identified as an area of high biodiversity value at both national and international level. The Mafia Island Archipelago was designated as a Marine National Park in 1975, on the basis of its unique marine & coastal biodiversity and to protect these valuable resources from destructive fishing techniques. Due to the remote location of these areas and the intimate nature of its lodges, you will never dive in a crowd. Most of the diving is done off traditional dhows carrying a maximum of 8 divers.

Mount Kilimanjaro is famous as the highest peak in Africa, and perhaps what makes its snow-capped summit all the more impressive is that it stands alone towering almost 5,000m above the surrounding plains. A trek up Kili is an exhilarating, beautiful and challenging experience and your reward, of watching the sunrise from the top of Africa's highest mountain, is breathtaking.

BAOBAB offers you the chance to climb to the peak of Kili following the lesser-used Machame route. This route takes 6-7 days and offers a gradual ascent, a wide range of scenic areas and gives plenty of time to acclimatise.

This Kilimanjaro trek is available on a tailor-made basis for private treks, couples or small groups. Other routes such as the Rongai are also available.

This itinerary gives you a good overview of the Northern National Parks, offering unrivalled safari experiences in terms of the abundance and diversity of wildlife and the variety of landscapes. It is based on mobile safari in small (tented) lodges and the option for a couple of nights adventure camping. This itinerary is great for first time visitors and families.

The Serengeti is most famous for the annual Wildebeest Migration, which is what this itinerary is all about. The safari lodges used are seasonal camps that move with the migration, so you are ensured of prime positions to witness this awesome annual phenomenon with opportunities for bush walks. Best time for this itinerary is June - November.

Visit some of the most famous wildlife parks in the world in northern Tanzania, such as the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, offering unrivalled safari experiences in terms of the abundance and diversity of wildlife and the variety of landscapes. The Serengeti is most famous for the annual Wildebeest Migration, but also has large populations of e.g. lion, cheetah, elephant and giraffe. Combine this with an off-the-beaten-track beach & diving destination on the Swahili Coast, Mafia Archipelago, known for its diverse and spectacular natural environment both marine as well as terrestrial.

With this itinerary you will visit the phenomenally beautiful Selous Game Reserve & Ruaha National Park for one of the best classical safari experiences. The focal point in both parks is a major river, Rufiji River in Selous and Ruaha River in Ruaha as the focal point and a major draw for wildlife. These parks display beautiful and wild landscapes and possess an impressive diversity of wildlife and virgin bush.

You will stay in semi-permanent safari camps based in either comfortable & stylish A-framed tents or small bandas with proper beds, furniture and en-suite bathroom facilities. A more luxurious option is available in luxury, safari style tented lodges. The wide range of landscapes and habitats makes these Southern Parks ideally suited for combinations of game drives, walking and boat safaris. A daily choice of assorted safari excursions is on offer. This trip will give you a truly unforgettable, classical Africa-style safari experience.

Start with a few days relaxing on an idyllic Robinson Crusoe Island boasting 9 km of deserted beach, followed by safari in the Selous, the largest Game Reserve in Tanzania. The number of tourists is capped to limit the environmental impact in Selous together with its immense size, gives you a real sense of isolation, exploration and discovery. Unlike Tanzania's northern National Parks, walking safaris with an armed ranger are permitted in Selous. You will finish on Kiwengwa beach, a beautiful white sandy beach lined with coconut palms and spectacular views across a coral reef to the azure Indian Ocean beyond.

Would you like to experience real off the beaten track Tanzanian safaris? This itinerary explores the less frequented wildlife areas, including the newly gazetted Saadani National Park on the Indian Ocean Coast. It also includes Mikumi and Ruaha and several road transfers to experience the real Tanzania. Tanzania has some of the most untouched National Parks in Africa. The number of tourists visiting the reserves in the south of Tanzania is limited and this, together with their remote location, makes them ideal for travellers seeking a sense of isolation, exploration, and discovery.

Start with a wildlife safari in the Selous, the largest Game Reserve in Tanzania. Selous is a unique safari destination where game drives, walking safaris and boat safaris are all possible from one location. From Selous you will fly to Pemba (Mozambique) to spend some time in Quirimbas National Park at Guludo - relaxing, getting to know the local community, swimming, snorkelling & maybe some diving.

Tanzania has some of the most untouched Game Reserves in Africa. The number of tourists visiting Selous Game Reserve is limited and this, together with its immense size, makes the reserve ideal for travellers seeking a sense of isolation, exploration, and discovery.

The natural surroundings of Guludo in Northern Mozambique are spectacular, with so much to discover both under water and on land. This truly unique beachside eco-lodge offers diving on some of the most diverse coral reefs in the Indian Ocean, and a variety of other land and water based activities.

Our Tanzania Special is an exquisite trip that runs on a tailor-made basis and combines famous safari destinations, such as the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, nature walks in the Usambara Mountains and relaxation and culture on Zanzibar Island. This 15-day, action packed, comprehensive and exciting itinerary is run at a leisurely pace - can you think of a better way to spend a fortnight in East Africa?

Discover the wildlife and landscapes of Zambia's famous Lower Zambezi and South Luangwa National Parks. There is both comfort and wilderness in river locations with magnificent views and an abundance of wildlife.

This itinerary will take you to some of Africa's wildest landscapes -taking you 'off the beaten track' to enjoy some fabulous natural scenery and wildlife. The safari activities included in this trip have been designed in conjunction with the local people and the community benefits economically from your visit.

Although it may rain periodically, the bush it at its most vibrant in the Emerald season. One of the highlights for this time of the year are the big cats - just like their domestic cousins they dislike getting wet so can often be seen coming out onto the roads. Although this time of the year is not ideal for game walks due to lush vegetation, plenty of wildlife can be spotted during morning and afternoon game drives in the park. Option to extend this safari with a trip to Livingstone with the main reason for visiting undoubtedly the spectacular Victoria Falls - one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

An exclusive, classic African safari experience in the South Luangwa Valley staying in 4 different parts of the park. Most activities are organised in the morning and late afternoon with time to relax during the heat of the day. Choice of walking safaris with wildlife guide & armed ranger and day & night game drives with `compulsory' sundowners at a convenient viewpoint.

Experience all that the outstanding Lower Zambezi National Park has to offer; the renowned Chiawa Camp from where game drives, walks, canoe trips, fishing and river safaris are taken. Then a spectacular transfer 35 km by motorboat (or canoe) to tranquil Old Mondoro Bushcamp for walks and game drives.

A true classic African safari in the South Luangwa Valley followed by time in Malawi on Lake Malawi and Liwonde National Park. Malawi is often referred to as the warm heart of Africa offering friendly people, diverse landscapes and the amazingly beautiful Lake Malawi.

This small group adventure safari starts in Maun and ends in Livingstone, Zambia. It explores the fascinating Okavango Delta water system and passes through some of the best wilderness areas of Botswana, ending at the world renowned Victoria Falls. Max group size of 12 people per safari.

This small group adventure safari forms a circular route around the Okavango Delta, starting in Kasane and ending in Livingstone, Zambia. The Five Rivers Safari offers a great value camping adventure through three countries - Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. Max group size of 12 people per safari.

This 11 day safari starts and ends in Maun and takes you into the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve on an authentic mobile tented safari adventure. Explore the Xakanaxa area of Moremi and the beautifull Khwai Community Area that surrounds the game reserve. Here you will be able to go on a walking safari and night game drives.

This best value lodge safari will take you to the best game parks in Botswana, including the magical waterways of Okavango Delta and the famous Victoria Falls in Zambia. We have carefully selected camps and lodges that offer the best value for money, whilst not compromising on the level of service. It is ideal for wildlife and birding enthusiasts and discerning travellers, who prefer a bit more comfort and luxury whilst on safari than offered on mobile safaris.

Leave behind all reflections of modern life and journey back to the true essence of Africa. A mobile safari allows you to get up close and personal to the miracle of nature. Fall asleep to the calls of the wild and wake up to the warmth & light of the African sun. It is a misconception however that camping safaris into the African bush mean bad food, dirty clothes and daily discomfort. This luxury mobile safari offers access into some of the most remote wilderness areas and at the same time offer comfortable accommodation, good food and personal service.

The Northern Hightlights Mobile Safari visits the Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta and in Chobe National Park both Savuti and Chobe River Front. Maximum group size of 12 people per safari. Extensions in Chobe and/or Livingstone can be arranged.

During this 13 day adventure safari through Botswana you will experience the wide open spaces of the Makgadikgadi Pans, the wildlife of Moremi Game Reserve, the unique scenery and waterways of the Okavango Delta, and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the famous Victoria Falls. This safari is only available during the dry season from July to October.

Visit the world renowned Kruger National Park, home to the Big Five, and combine this with dipping into the mystical & vibrant culture of the Venda people as you explore the stunning Limpopo region, and more wildlife safari in the Tuli region of Botswana and you have a most incredible Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa tour. This safari is suitable for both couples and families with children (preferably 12 years and older).