South Africa Activities Book

Vintage Sidecar Whale & Dolphin Route Experience TOUR CODE SE3 RATE: 245 USD per person Relax in the sidecar of a classic 750cc motorcycle and take in the spectacular scenic beauty of the False Bay coastline, whilst travelling through picturesque seaside villages. Whale spotting during calving season (July – November) is a highlight and dolphins may be seen year-round. Visit the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens, located between mountain and sea, in the heart of the Cape Fynbos region. Watch the endangered African Penguin Colony at Stony Point, before sitting down for lunch at a small, yet vibrant restaurant. Return to Cape Town via a visit to either a local craft brewery offering a wide range of exceptional beers or a wine estate, steeped in tradition and recognized for producing world-class wines. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests that will share 1 motorbike (1 guest in the sidecar & 1 guest on the motorbike, behind the Tour Guide) Maximum 2 guests per 1 motorbike | Departs Tuesday - Saturday 09h00, subject to availability | Ends 17h00 | Duration ± 8 hrs | Includes return transfers from Cape Town city centre, 1 craft beer tasting or 1 wine tasting, lunch, an accredited, fully-licensed Tour Guide and use of riding gear | Excludes all alcoholic beverages

Mount Nelson Afternoon Tea Experience TOUR CODE SE5 RATE: 80 USD per person The Mount Nelson Hotel is a notable hallmark of luxury and indulgence. The world-renowned afternoon tea buffet is set in the elegant lounge overlooking the manicured garden. Enjoy the sumptuous selection of chocolate éclairs and petit-fours, mini cakes and classic carrot, chocolate and cheese cakes, savoury sandwiches and empanadas, scones and succulent fresh fruits. There are over thirty loose leaf teas to try, from Rooibos and Lapsang Souchong, to Earl Grey and Darjeeling.

Marine Big 5 Safari Experience TOUR CODE SE7 RATE: 180 USD per person Leave Cape Town behind to take a marine safari where you may see great white sharks, whales, Cape fur seals and a variety of seabirds. On a 2-hour cruise from Gansbaai, Marine Biologists will be on hand to explain more about the amazing animals that visit our shores. Every year from June to December, the Southern right whales arrive to mate and calve. We may also see Bryde’s whales, Humpback whales, the elusive Humpback dolphin and Common dolphin, as we cruise down the famous Shark Alley.

African Dinner Experience TOUR CODE SE8 RATE: 135 USD per person Join a fun filled evening of interactive entertainment and delectable food at Gold restaurant. Sample a set Cape Malay / African style menu which is served at the table in sharing and individual portions. The evening starts off with an interactive djembe drumming session followed by a traditional soothing hand washing ceremony. A professional djembe drum instructor will teach you how to play the basic rhythms of the djembe drum. Live entertainment during dinner includes a Mali puppet show which involves story telling with singers, dancers, puppets and musicians. The final performance is by the waiters and kitchen staff who will entertain you with some local song and dances.

Authentic Cape Town Dinner & Show Experience TOUR CODE SE9 RATE: 125 USD per person Enjoy an authentic Cape Town show that plays local songs and tells the story of a family growing up in the days of the famous District Six, where a cosmopolitan mix of all races and religions thrived at the foot of Table Mountain. Experience an evening filled with humour, rhythm, songs and cuisine unique to Cape Town.

Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs Tuesday / Thursday / Saturday (except 25 Dec & 01 Jan), subject to availability 18h30 | Ends ±22h00 | Duration ±3,5 hrs | Includes return transfers from Cape Town city centre |show, four course dinner & a glass of sparkling wine on arrival | Excludes all alcoholic beverages

Cape Town Food Markets Experience TOUR CODE SE10 RATE: 55 USD per person Experience a typical Market Day at the Oranjezicht City Farm Market, where small local farmers and artisanal food producers link urban farming with Cape Town’s history & heritage, using seasonal produce. Mingle with locals whilst they do their weekly food shopping (vegetables, fruit, bread, honey) and try out some delicious cooked and raw foods (for own account). Continue to the Good Company Farmers Market at the Company’s Garden (South Africa’s oldest garden created in 1652 to grow vegetables). Enjoy delicious eats & treats (for own account) and the opportunity to browse through local arts and crafts. Your expert guide will be on hand to assist with insider tips on the local farmers and the produce that they sell.

DAY TOURS FULL DAY CAPE PENINSULA TOUR (SC1) – 95 USD per person Bring your camera; we're headed for Cape Point at the south western tip of the Cape Peninsula, and the most spectacular views in the world. The drive there is just as inspiring, passing steep mountains', secluded coves and sweeping beaches, as well as villages and fishing communities.

Our tour begins with a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through the cosmopolitan suburb of Sea Point and Camps Bay with its glorious views of the Twelve Apostles, part of the Table Mountain range. We'll continue to the fishing village of Hout Bay, one of Cape Town's best-kept secrets. Here there is an option to take a short boat trip to Duiker Island (for own account & time permitting) to view the Cape Fur Seals, which inhabit the island. From here we travel to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, comprising over 17,300 acres of indigenous fauna and flora. Here we can see a variety of wildlife that includes baboons, rhebok, Cape Mountain zebra, bontebok and the elusive eland. The reserve is also one of the world's largest breeding grounds for tortoises. Bird-watchers, too, will find many fine species to observe.

The majestic coastline offers drama worthy of being called "Nature's Greatest Show." We'll be able to see the union of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans (as per legend), and may even feel the brisk wind that is dubbed the "Cape Doctor" for its presumed curative powers. Following the coastline along False Bay, we'll return to Cape Town by way of Simon's Town, where we visit the Penguin colony at Boulders Beach (for own account), Fish Hoek fishing village and Muizenberg. Before our return, we'll stop at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens for a short walking tour of the beautiful gardens. We return to Cape Town, passing the University of Cape Town, Rhodes Memorial and the Groote Schuur Hospital. Departs daily at approx 09h00 and returns at approx 17h00 (Excludes lunch) Dual language German/English commentary available: Sunday|Monday|Tuesday|Wednesday|Thursday|Friday

HALF DAY CAPE POINT (SC2) – 70 USD per person Our tour begins with a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through the cosmopolitan suburb of Sea Point and Camps Bay with its glorious views of the Twelve Apostles, part of the Table Mountain range. From here we travel to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, comprising over 17,300 acres of indigenous fauna and flora. Here we can see a variety of wildlife that includes baboons, rhebok, Cape Mountain zebra, bontebok and the elusive eland. The reserve is also one of the world's largest breeding grounds for tortoises. Bird-watchers, too, will find many fine species to observe.

The majestic coastline offers drama worthy of being called "Nature's Greatest Show." We'll be able to see the union of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans (as per legend), and may even feel the brisk wind that is dubbed the "Cape Doctor" for its presumed curative powers. Following the coastline along False Bay, we'll return to Cape Town by way of the Simon's Town (optional, own account & time permitting visit to Penguin colony), Fish Hoek fishing village and Muizenberg. We return to Cape Town, passing the University of Cape Town, Rhodes Memorial and the Groote Schuur Hospital. Departs daily at approx 08h00 and returns at approx 12h30

HALF DAY CITY AND TABLE MOUNTAIN TOUR (SC3) – 45 USD per person Our drive to the city centre takes us past famous landmarks such as the Castle of Good Hope built in 1666 by the Dutch East India Company and City Hall, a baroque building and the Grand Parade. As we follow the city’s main thoroughfare, Adderley Street, we will see St. George’s Cathedral, the Anglican Diocese of Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu. We will pass the Company Gardens and the Malay Quarter [also known as the Bo-Kaap] which means "Above Cape" because of its location up against the slopes of Table Mountain. In the early 18th century, thousands of slaves from Java, Ceylon and other Far Eastern regions were brought to Cape Town. After slavery was abolished, their descendants, known as the Cape Malay’s, settled here. Our route then leads us to Kloof Nek and the magnificent Table Mountain. We'll ascend to the top [weather permitting] by the revolving cable car. Here, we'll see wild flowers and the famous silver tree, and marvel at a birds-eye view of the city and its beaches. On a clear day it is even possible to see Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned on one side and Cape Point on the other. Descend from the Upper Cableway station to your awaiting vehicle and then proceed around Table Bay to the Milnerton area (time permitting). From here we can see Table Mountain from the same perspective as the early settlers did when they sailed into Table Bay. Departs daily at approx 08h00 and returns at approx 12h30 (morning tour) or approximately 13h00 and returns at approx 17h30 (afternoon tour) (excludes the cost of the Cable Way ticket) Visit to the Castle of Good Hope (time permitting). Minimum 2 guests required for afternoon tour Dual language German/English commentary available: Sunday|Tuesday|Thursday|Saturday on the Morning tour only

HALF DAY WINELANDS TOUR (SC4) – 70 USD per person This enchanting excursion begins with a tour through historic Stellenbosch, an architectural jewel that serves as the historic heart of the country’s wine region. A gracious blend of 18-century Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian buildings is evident as we drive down Dorp Street, where massive Oaks still shade original water furrows, then enjoy a wine tasting in the Stellenbosch area. A second wine tasting will be included (time permitting), before returning to Cape Town. Departs daily at approx 14h00 and returns at approx 17h00

FULL DAY CAPE HIGHLIGHTS TOUR (SC5) – 125 USD per person THIS TOUR IS A FANTASTIC COMBINATION OF SC2 AND SC4 HALF DAY TOURS. TOUR MIGHT INCLUDE A TRIP BACK TO CAPE TOWN TO COLLECT ADDITIONAL GUESTS FOR 2nd HALF OF TOUR. TOUR MAY BE OPERATED IN REVERSE DIRECTION. This combination tour offers the highlights of Cape Point and the Cape Winelands. Our tour begins with a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through the cosmopolitan suburb of Sea Point and Camps Bay with its glorious views of the Twelve Apostles, part of the Table Mountain range. From here we travel to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, comprising over 17,300 acres of indigenous fauna and flora. Here we can see a variety of wildlife that includes baboons, rhebok, Cape Mountain zebra, bontebok and the elusive eland. The reserve is also one of the world's largest breeding grounds for tortoises. Bird-watchers, too, will find many fine species to observe.

The majestic coastline offers drama worthy of being called "Nature's Greatest Show." We'll be able to see the union of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans (as per legend), and may even feel the brisk wind that is dubbed the "Cape Doctor" for its presumed curative powers. Following the coastline along False Bay, we'll continue to the Stellenbosch Winelands. Stellenbosch is an architectural jewel with a gracious blend of 18-century Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian buildings. We then head for a wine tasting session in the Stellenbosch area before returning to Cape Town. Departs daily at approx 08h00 and returns at approx 17h00 Minimum 2 guests required (Excludes lunch)

FULL DAY WINELANDS TOUR (SC6) – 95 USD per person While South Africa's fertile valleys are world famous for their crisp white and classic French-style red wines, the area is also a treasury of rustic beauty and sprawling estates shaded by giant oak trees. Our drive today will include the country's principal wine routes of Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, with a stop en route for lunch (for own account).

Our day starts with a visit to Paarl where you will be struck by the beauty of the Valley, the pristine blue sky, the rolling vineyards and the Pearl of Paarl set high above the valley. Paarl made headlines when President Mandela was released from the Groot Drakenstein prison (ex Victor Verster), on the outskirts of the town, to freedom and the start of the new South Africa. We enjoy a wine tasting and cellar tour at one of the local estates.

From Paarl, we'll continue north-west to the beautiful village of Franschhoek, near the Drakenstein Mountains founded in 1688 by French immigrants fleeing the Huguenot religious persecution in Europe. A memorial in the town commemorates the arrival of these early settlers who helped develop the wines sought after by Napoleon, Bismarck and royalty such as Edward VII, the Prince of Wales. Here we will stop for lunch (for own account) and another wine tasting at a vineyard.

We'll then head to Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa and the historic heart of the country's wine region. In 1679, Dutch East India Company governor Simon van der Stel, recognized the fertility of this long valley on the banks of the Eerste River, as perfect for vineyards. The rest is history, which has been carefully cultivated in this town. A gracious blend of 18th-century Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian buildings is evident on Dorp Street, where massive oaks still shade original water furrows. Enjoy a final wine tasting before returning to Cape Town.

Please note that this tour may run in reverse. Departs daily at approx 09h00 and returns at approx 17h00 (Excludes lunch) Dual language German/English commentary available: Monday|Wednesday|Friday|Saturday

HALF DAY TOWNSHIP CULTURAL TOUR (SC7) – 55 USD per person Join us for a unique experience travelling through the three South Africa’s – The birth, where it all started, Apartheid South Africa, what happened then – the New South Africa, what is different since Nelson Mandela was released from prison. The tour affords the opportunity to interact, mingle and exchange cultural values with the local community. You will be welcomed in the traditional African manner in the township of Khayalitsha (the largest informal settlement). The tour includes visits to the Malay Quarter [also known as the Bo-Kaap] which means "Above Cape" because of its location up against the slopes of Table Mountain, the Philani Empowerment centre in Khayalitsha, where locals are taught basic life skills (weaving / arts & crafts etc), a walking tour in “shanty town Khayalitsha” with a local guide, with a visit to his shack to experience local living conditions, followed by a drive through the middle-class Khayalitsha, to share some of the achievements, such as new housing developments, shopping malls, hospitals, swimming pool & magistrate’s court, under the leadership of Nelson Mandela The Sunday morning tour includes a visit to a church service in Langa. Departs Mon-Fri at approx 09h00 and returns at approx 12h30 or Departs Mon-Fri at approx 13h30 and returns at approx 17h00 SAT/SUN& PUBLIC HOLIDAYS at approx 09h00 and returns at approx 12h30 Minimum 2 guests required

FULL DAY HERMANUS TOUR (SC8) – 95 USD per person This circular tour takes you over a mountain pass to the seaside town of Hermanus. This town, nestled between mountains and the sea is not only very beautiful but offers some of the best shore based whale watching opportunities in the world (August – November). Close sightings of the Southern Right whale are likely. On the return journey we follow the coastline with the possibility of further sightings of whales (and even the possibility of sighting dolphins). A stop is made at Stoney Point, near Betty’s Bay to have a look at the penguins (optional, for own account & time permitting) before returning to Cape Town in the afternoon. Seasonal Departures: July – November 2015 only on Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays at approx. 08h30 and returns at approx. 17h30 Minimum 2 guests required. (Excludes lunch)

*FULL DAY AQUILA SAFARI (SC9) 265 USD per person After an early morning departure we head up the N1 Highway, through the spectacular Hex River Valley and arrive at the Aquila Private Game Reserve. The bio-diverse habitat of the reserve ensures plenty of interest for the avid game viewer and birder. Giraffe, Blesbok, Black and Blue Wildebeest, Zebra, Springbok, Gemsbok Klipspringers, Duiker, Greybuck, Steenbok, Ostriches, Baboons Caracul, Foxes, Jackal, Leopard and 172 species of birds, including the Black Eagle are found on the reserve. An experienced Game Ranger will take you on a Game Drive. Lunch is enjoyed at the Lodge. Minimum 2 guests required Depart daily at approx 08h00 and returns at approx 18h00 (Lunch included)

FULL DAY GREAT WHITE SHARK CAGE DIVING (SC11) – 245 USD per person Between the islands of Geyser Rock and Dyer Island is a narrow and shallow channel called Shark Alley – reputed to be the world’s best place for Great White shark cage diving. Due to the resident seal colonies in the area, Shark Alley has been dubbed “the supermarket for sharks”. A short boat ride from Gansbaai, Shark Alley is ideal for those who wish to experience the thrill of getting up close and personal with these giant predators, but who do not possess a dive certification. Your cage dive takes place just meters below the surface of the water so no diving experience is necessary. Minimum 2 guests required Departs daily at approx. 06h00 and returns at approx. 17h00 (Includes light breakfast) Weather & sea conditions permitting KRUGER PARK Panorama Tour FULL DAY | TOUR CODE SM1 RATE: 140 USD per person Visit majestic natural sights including God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the Three Rondawels and Blyde River Canyon - the third largest canyon of its kind in the world. This is one of the most scenic routes in the region offering magnificent views, dramatic landscapes and exquisite waterfalls. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat ±09h00 | Ends ±16h30 | Duration ±7½ hrs | Includes complimentary transfers from central Hazyview hotels | Includes sightseeing as specified | Includes lunch

Kruger Park Open Vehicle Safaris FUL DAY | MORNING | AFTERNOON |TOUR CODE SM2 FULL DAY GAME DRIVE: 160 USD per person MORNING GAME DRIVE: 130 USD per person AFTERNOON GAME DRIVE: 120 USD per person Spend time with one of our qualified guides in the African bush learning about the diverse African wilderness and go in search of wildlife, including the “Big Five”. Enjoy a breathtaking experience in the wonderful Kruger National Park, home to prolific birdlife and numerous other game.

Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs daily ±5h00 from Hazyview (Oct - Mar – Full Day Safari) & ±6h00 from Hazyview (Apr - Sep – Full Day Safari) | ±5h00 from Hazyview (Oct - Mar – Morning Safari) & ±6h00 from Hazyview (Apr - Sep – Morning Safari) | ± 14h00 from Hazyview (Oct - Mar – Afternoon Safari) / ±13h00 (Apr - Sep - Afternoon Safari) Ends: ± 15h00 (Oct – Mar) / ±16h00 (Apr - Sep) (Full Day Safari) | ± 11h30 (Oct - Mar) / ±12h30 (Apr - Sep) (Morning Safari) | ± 18h00 (Oct - Mar) / ±17h30 (Apr - Sep) (Afternoon Safari) Duration: ± 10 hrs (Full Day Safari) | ± 6½ hrs (Morning Safari) | ± 4 hrs (Afternoon Safari) Includes: Bottled water | Kruger National Park Conservation Fees |Complimentary return transfers From central Hazyview hotels |Excludes lunch

JOHANNESBURG

Johannesburg City Tour HALF DAY | TOUR CODE SJ1 RATE: 75 USD per person Spend the morning exploring Johannesburg and taking in the highlights, including, the Westcliffe view, Nelson Mandela Bridge (photo opportunity, not crossing the bridge), Museum Africa (photo opportunity only), Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown sites and Constitution Hill (if open). This landlocked city surrounded by golden mountains, is able to take you back to its humble beginnings as a mining settlement and its progress to becoming the 40th largest metropolitan area in the world. Travel our streets reliving the South African dream. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs Tuesday to Saturday Sandton hotels ±08h30, Rosebank Hotels ±08h45 | Ends ±12h30 | Duration ±4 hrs |English Commentary only

Soweto Tour HALF DAY | TOUR CODE SJ3 RATE: 80 USD per person A fascinating glimpse of bustling neighbourhood life of two Nobel Prize winners’ previous residences; the Hector Peterson memorial; Regina Mundi Church and Freedom Square; Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital and various community development projects. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs Monday to Friday Sandton hotels ±08h30, Rosebank Hotels ±08h45 | Ends ±12h30 | Duration ±4 hrs | English Commentary only

Pretoria Tour HALF DAY | TOUR CODE SJ4 RATE: 100 USD per person Pretoria is informally known as ‘the Jacaranda City’, for its beautiful purple lined streets when the jacaranda trees are in full bloom. Take this opportunity to stand in front of the heart of the country overlooking a city built on passion and determination, where buildings are architecturally significant and a nation congregates around statues of past leaders. Highlights include Paul Kruger House, Church Square, Voortrekker Monument, Union Buildings and City Hall. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs Tuesday to Saturday (except 16 & 25 Dec) Rosebank hotels ±12h30, Sandton hotels ±13h00 | Ends ±18h00 | Duration ± 4½ hrs | Excludes lunch | English Commentary only

Amandla Theatrical Tour FULL DAY | TOUR CODE SJ6 RATE: 220 USD per person Travel along the footpaths of our freedom fighters and experience the city of Johannesburg and Soweto through their eyes on this full day tour. Highlights include Liliesleaf Farm, the Regina Mundi Church, a photo opportunity at the Soweto Cooling Towers, Vilikazi Street, Homes of Desmond Tutu, Nelson Mandela, Winnie Mandela (photo opportunity only), Freedom Square, the route of the uprising and place where Hector Peterson was shot, the Hector Peterson Memorial (photo opportunity only), drive past Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, view Nelson Mandela Bridge (photo opportunity, not crossing the bridge), Mary Fitzgerald Square & general Newtown sites, the Carlton Centre and Constitution Hill. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs daily (except 25 & 26 Dec and 01 Jan) Sandton hotels ±08h30, Rosebank hotels ±09h10 | Ends ±17h00 | Duration ± 8½ hrs | Excludes lunch | English Commentary only

Sun City & Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Tour FULL DAY | TOUR CODE SJ7 RATE: 205 USD per person Travel to the Pilanesberg National Park, home to healthy populations of lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino. Enjoy a closed vehicle game drive, seeking out the Big Five in the Pilanesberg National Park, which is abundant in various plains game and bird life, followed by an orientation tour of the famous Sun City Resort. Sun City is not only a luxury casino and resort but is also a flagship structure associated with times during the Apartheid South Africa. Bordering this entertainment complex, you will find one of the world’s outstanding geological phenomena; a crater of a long extinct volcano and the result of eruptions some 1,200 million years ago – The Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs daily Rosebank hotels ±06h30, Sandton hotels ±07h00 | Ends ±18h00 | Duration ±11 hrs | Excludes lunch | English Commentary only

Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour HALF DAY | TOUR CODE SJ8 RATE: 115 USD per person Soweto is an urban area of the city of Johannesburg, bordering the city’s mining belt in the south. Its name, an English syllabic abbreviation for South Western Townships, refers to its origins as a Black township under South Africa’s Apartheid government. The population has historically been overwhelmingly black and some of the watershed events in the struggle against Apartheid occurred in this township. On this tour we will discover Soweto and the surrounding area, driving past a hostel in Diepkloof, the well known Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Orlando Power Station, Winnie & Nelson Mandela’s former house (Entrance fees not included), Desmond Tutu’s House, the Hector Peterson Memorial (Entrance fees included), a quick stop at a well known restaurant, a shebeen, the Regina Mundi Church, Maponya Shopping Mall, Kliptown, Walter Sisulu Freedom Square and Aldorado Park. Afterwards we will head towards the Apartheid Museum. Once there you will have the opportnity to discover the history of the Apartheid era on your own. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs Tuesday to Sunday Sandton hotels ±09h00/13h00 | Ends ±14h00/18h00 | Duration ± 5 hrs | Excludes lunch | English Commentary only

Walking Tour of Maboneng Arts & Crafts Markets HALF DAY | TOUR CODE SJ9 RATE: 155 USD per person Maboneng, meaning ‘Place of Light’, is a fully fledged thriving community that has become a centre of creative energy for Johannesburg’s urban artists. With a mix of art galleries, retail and studio space, the precinct draws the inner-city public, as well as a chic, art-going crowd. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of the area, browsing around the arts and craft shops, sampling artisan food and produce. Quick Facts: Minimum 2 guests | Departs Sunday Sandton hotels ±09h00 | Ends ±14h00 | Duration ± 5 hrs | Includes visit to Carlton Centre |Excludes lunch and all other purchases | English Commentary only