Buffalo Rock Tented Safari
December Holiday Special R770.00 pp sharing
Come and join us for an overnight package at the Kruger Safari Camp inside the Kruger National Park. At 16h30 you will be picked up by our professional guides and embark on a Sun-downer game drive in search of the big 5 inside the Kruger National Park. Enjoy a Sun-downer drink at one of the view points and continue on your drive searching for the nocturnal animals inside the Kruger.
After the drive enjoy a perfect South African Dinner at our restaurant and enjoy a drink in the Danger Ranger Bush Pub. Overnight and enjoy a full Breakfast the following morning.
The above package does not include drinks. Drinks can be purchased at the Bar before departure. Kids under the age of 12 stay for R150.00 per child, sharing with parents, maximum 2. (Rates excludes SANPARKS conservation fees.)
Kruger Park Morning Walking Safari (05h30 to ± 09h30)> Every Sunday Special, R550.00 per person.
We’re up before the sun, to steal a march on the wildlife of Kruger National Park. They’re either just waking, or heading for bed. Led by a highly experienced Trails Ranger from our starting point, we strap on our comfortable walking boots, and set off on foot to get up close and personal with game, big and small, and learn something precious about their world. Our ranger will teach us some bush skills, from animal tracking to bird and plant identification. Its fun, it’s fascinating and you’ll fall in love with the sight, scents and wonderful sounds of the bush as the sun creeps up. Nobody knows what will be around the next corner, but rest assured, it’ll make your heart beat that little bit faster. There is a short game drive to and from the walking point. (Excluding SANPARKS conservation fees)
Mpumalanga Activities and Accommodation
Geography
The Drakensberg Escarpment divides Mpumalanga into a westerly half consisting mainly of high-altitude grassland called the Highveld and an eastern half situated in low altitude subtropical Lowveld/Bushveld, mostly savannah habitat. The southern half of the Kruger National Park is situated in the latter region.
The Drakensberg exceeds heights of 2000m in most places with this central region of Mpumalanga being very mountainous. These regions have alpine grasslands and small pockets of Afromontane Forest. The Lowveld is relatively flat with interspersed rocky outcrops. The Lebombo Mountains form a low range in the far east forming the border with Mozambique.
Climate
The Lowveld is subtropical, due to its proximity to the warm Indian Ocean and latitude. The Highveld is comparatively much cooler, due to its altitude of 2300m to 1700m above sea level. The Drakensberg Escarpment receives the most precipitation, with all other areas being moderately well-watered by mostly summer thunderstorms.
The Highveld often experiences severe frost, whilst the Lowveld is mostly frost-free. Winter rainfall is rare, except for some drizzle on the escarpment. The differences in climate are demonstrated below by the capital, Nelspruit, which is in the Lowveld, located just an hour from Belfast on the Highveld.
Nelspruit averages: January maximum: 29 °C (min: 19 °C), July maximum: 23 °C (min: 6 °C), annual precipitation: 767 mm
Maputo Day Tour from Malelane
Historical, cultural, scenic! Our Mozambique day tour is a three-in-one experience. It was here that Vasco da Gama landed in 1498 on his way to India, and Maputo, the capital city, is redolent with the Portuguese history of the region. We tour this fascinating City, cruise along the Marginal – the famous palm-lined avenue along the beachfront – and our guide will point out all the highlights of historical, cultural and scenic beauty. This city humswith activity, and you’ll see and feel the hustle and bustle of a city which never slee
Departs Mon, Wed & Fri at 07h00 Returns at ±17h00 Note: Passport required & visa conditions may apply Minimum 6 people, maximum 13
Swaziland Day Tour from Malelane
From one country to another in a matter of minutes! As you cross the border, you’ll not only feel the warmth of the friendly, welcoming people of Swaziland, but you’ll fall in love with the lush fertile valleys and magnificent mountain scenery.
Our journey takes us over the Maguga Dam Wall, and perhaps we’ll catch a glimpse of the Banana Leaf Dancers. We visit the Nsangwini RockArt and explore the bushman paintings tucked away in a rock shelter, dramatically perched above the Komati River below – no finer way to learn about the origins of the Swazi people.
Take your seat, we’re off to what is purported to be the oldest mine on earth, one where the ancient San people were extracting ochre. For the artisans, shoppers and crafts lovers among us, Ngwenya Glass is a ‘Must See’. We’ll watch highly skilled glass blowers creating their wonderful works of art, all handmade from recycled glass. A short distance away, we’ll pop into a traditional craft centre where you can purchase that special curio. And after all that shopping, a light lunch is definitely what’s needed.
Departs Tue, Thu & Sat at 08h00. Returns at ±17h00 Note: Passport required & visa conditions may apply – Light lunch included.
