8-DAY ADVENTURE & SAFARI Set off on an exciting adventure trip as you embark on your choice of the fun filled activities - there are so many available in this spectacular part of the country. You visit the breath- taking Tsitsikamma area with its Indigenous forest and dramatic coastline. You spend a few nights on safari in the big 5 Lalibela Game Reserve and then head back along the coast with a stop at the temperate Mossel Bay which Is home to the longest over-ocean zipline in the world. ITINERARY: Day 01 f Departure to Tsitsikamma Set off from Cape Town and make your way along the N2 passing Swellendam before heading into the Garden Route. You continue along, travelling through this beautiful part of the country as you bypass Mossel Bay, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay before reaching the Tsitsikamma area. You have a two-night stay here. Accommodation: Misty Mountain or similar Day 01 & 02 f Tsitsikamma (2 nights) Tsitsikamma is a Khoi word meaning "place of abundant or sparkling water". The region stretches from the Bloukrans River in the west to Eerste Rivier in the east, is bordered on the north by the imposing Tsitsikamma Mountains and in the south by the Indian Ocean. The area is covered in large tracts of indigenous forest, commercial plantation and Fynbos. Deep river gorges cleft the plateau as they make their way down to the sea, creating spectacular waterfalls and deep kloofs. Suggested Activities | Tsitsikamma Area Treetop Canopy Tour - Here you will experience the wonders of the forest, suspended 30 metres up in the forest canopy. The Tree Top Canopy tour involves traversing from one platform high up in a yellowwood tree to another along a steel cable. Guides at each platform inform guests about the forest flora and fauna. This tour is suitable for all ages from 7 to 70. Explore Storms River Mouth and the Tsitsikamma National Forest - Activities available at Storms River Mouth include several short walking trails through the forest to the swing bridge or along the shore, bathing at the small beach, snorkelling, scuba-diving, kayaking and boat trips. Kayak & Lilo up the Storms River - The 2-3 hour Storms River kayak & lilo adventure is very popular and great for those keen to explore deeper into the Storms River Gorge, and experience the long, deep, quiet pools with deep caves and ancient forests. (wetsuits are available to hire as well) Bloukrans Bungy - The bungy jump takes place from the top of the arch of Africa’s biggest bridge. ** additional activities are available - contact us for a list of what to see and do in this area Day 03 f Tsitsikamma to Lalibela Game Reserve Enjoy breakfast before departing Tsitsikamma to reach your safari destination around mid- day. You check into Big Five game reserve, Lalibela. Upon arrival you are transferred from reception to your lodge where you are greeted by your lodge manager and have time to settle in before your afternoon game activity. Days 03 to 06 f Lalibela Game Reserve (3 nights) Lalibela Game Reserve is a 10,500 hectare Big Five game reserve in the heart of Eastern Cape game country. Lalibela brings you the charm of authentic Africa and is a perfect blend of the formal and informal. Accommodation: Mark's Camp Included Activities | Daily Safari Programme at Lalibela Game Reserve Upon arrival at Lalibela Game Reserve you are transferred from reception to your lodge, where you are given a welcome drink and your safari experience will be explained to you by your lodge host. There will be time to settle in before lunch followed by your first game drive. Game drives take place in the early morning and evening to ensure game viewing when animals are most active. Night game drives provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the predators. You return to your lodge in time for a sumptuous safari cuisine dinner. The next day after a light snack you are taken on a morning game drive. You return to the lodge for a grand brunch. Then there is time to relax around the sunny pool, do some birdwatching from the observation deck or read a book in the peace of your room’s private veranda. You set off on another evening game drive, returning in time for dinner. On your day of departure, you will do a morning game drive before leaving. Day 06 f Lalibela Game Reserve to Mossel Bay The day starts as dawn breaks, enjoy your final morning game drive and a grand brunch prior to your departure. You are transferred to reception where you collect your vehicle and depart Lalibela. You head back along the N2 bypassing Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma, Plettenberg Bay and Knysna before reaching Mossel Bay this afternoon - you have a two- night stay here. Accommodation: Bar-T-Nique or similar Day 06 & 07f Mossel Bay (2 nights) You have two nights In Mossel Bay. Although the town's sprawling outskirts aren't much to look at, as soon as you reach the ocean, you’ll find protected sandy bays that are perfect for swimming, sailing and kayaking. It is situated on a spectacular sun washed peninsula embraced by the warm Indian Ocean. No wonder the town is featured in the Guinness Book of Records as having the mildest all-year climate, second only to Hawaii. Suggested Activities | Mossel Bay Area Mossel Bay Zipline – the longest over-the-ocean zip line in the world! Spanning approximately 1100 meters in length (and reaching up to 90km/h*), the zip line lets you glide over the bay for an adrenaline-fuelled experience. Get a bird’s eye view of the caves below, look out for the local sharks and seals below or simply take in the beauty of this incredible natural landscape from a unique viewpoint that tops any other! Shark Cage Diving Points of Origin Tour - Mitochondrial DNA research has shown that all humans alive today descend from a small population that lived between 150,000 and 200,000 years ago. Archaeological research has shown that at least some of those people lived in Mossel Bay. Visit Pinnacle Point - the place that’s revealed the earliest evidence for modern human behaviour. ** additional activities are available - contact us for a list of what to see and do in this area Accommodation: Bar-T-Nique or similar Day 08 f Mossel Bay & Departure Your Journey ends here, depart Mossel Bay for the final stretch home. We hope you enjoyed your adventure! END OF TOUR TOUR SUMMARY & QUOTATION* TOUR PRICE Per person sharing ZAR 9 625 * Room types are suitable for 2 guests and can be amended for bigger groups or families. * Room types can be amended on request * Package is subject to availability at the time of booking. * Valid for travel up to and including the 15th December 2020. TOUR INCLUSIONS: TSITSIKAMMA - 2 nights in Tsitsikamma: Misty Mountain in a standard room on a Bed & Breakfast Basis LALIBELA GAME RESERVE - 3 nights on Safari in the Lalibela Game Reserve: Mark’s Camp in a standard luxury chalet on a Full Board & Activities Basis (Includes three meals per day, tea and coffee, and twice daily game drives / excludes all beverages.) Mossel Bay - 2 nights in Mossel Bay: Bar-T-Nique in a luxury room on a Bed & Breakfast basis TOUR EXCLUSIONS: - All meals not specified above - Optional/Suggested Activities - Personal items, tipping, personal refreshments, and extras BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES +27 41 581 8170 [email protected] .