Leaving the big city of Johannesburg and Pretoria behind us making our way to the Kingdom of Swaziland filled with spectacular mountains and vibrant wildlife. Chilling out on the pristine beaches of Ponta do Ouro in Mozambique. Where world class snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming awaits you. Finishing off with the Kruger National Park for an absolute unforgettable safari experience.
After being collected at 07:00 am from your hotel or Johannesburg Airport we depart for the Kingdom of Swaziland. Keep the passports handy today as we have a Border Control Point laying ahead at the Swaziland Border where a warm smile awaits us.
In Swaziland we will visit a Glass & Candle factory as well as an open air cultural village at Mantenga for a insight into the Swazi culture and traditions.
We overnight night at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary.
The Sanctuary is filled with free roaming animals and offers guests a hive of adventure activities such as mountain biking, horseback safaris or simply just go for an amazing hike.
Spend a night in the traditional beehive shaped huts of Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary situated in what is arguably Swaziland's most spectacular region, so named the "Valley of Heaven". Mlilwane's natural wonderland of grassy plains, mountains and abundant wildlife is perfect for hiking, mountain biking or horseback safari.
Highlights Included: Ngwenya Glass Factory, Mantenga Cultural Village
Accommodation: We overnight night at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
Meals included: None
After spending a night in a traditional beehive hut, you will awaken to the fresh crisp air on Mlilwane. Activities this morning range from guided and self-guided hikes, mountain bikes can be hired or enjoy a horseback safari through the reserve. After breakfast and your morning activities, we will depart for Hlane Royal National Park. Stopping on route at a Swazi craft market for some shopping and lunch. (own account)
Optional Activities at Hlane include Sunset and Sunrise Game drives, Bush Walks and mountain bike Safaris.
There is no electricity at Ndlovu Camp, everything runs on gas / paraffin.
Highlights is the busy waterhole frequented by elephant, rhino, hippo and other wildlife.
Highlights Included: Sunset or Sunrise Safari
Accommodation: Hlane Royal National Park
Meals included: Breakfast
A sunrise game drive is an amazing way to start a morning. Nothing beats the smell of fresh coffee with the African bush as a back drop.
After breakfast we depart for Maputo and then onwards to Ponta do Ouro in southern Mozambique.
On your 2nd day you will have a full day to participate in optional activities or simply relax on the pristine beach.
This quaint little town of Ponta do Ouro with the hustle & bustle of development, such as houses being restored to their former glory coupled with a good dose of laid-back charm are what make this such an unforgettable destination.
In Ponta do Ouro you will be sure to find pristine white sand beaches, dense dune forests, amazing scuba diving, snorkeling and an ever-stretching azure sea. A very traditional open-air market, several "cantinas" (little shops) and eager curio sellers will quench your thirst for shopping before you make your way to one of the rustic restaurants in town.
Highlights Included: Optional activities ranging from Snorkeling, Scuba diving and swimming with Dolphins
Accommodation: Lodge in Ponta do Ouro
Meals included: Breakfasts
After Breakfast we pack up and head back to South Africa crossing the border and making our way to the Southern Kruger National Park. We spend 2 nights in Marloth Park with options to go on Sunset, Sunrise and full day Safaris with a specialized field guide from the Kruger Park.
Kruger Park is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals. Mountains, bush plains and tropical forests are all part of the landscape.
Highlights Included: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Lodge in Marloth Park Area
Meals included: Breakfasts
Optional Activities: Kruger Safaris
This morning after breakfast we leave this amazing country behind us and cross the border re-entering South Africa into KwaZulu-Natal province as we head south to the small coastal town of St Lucia. Late afternoon we board a boat to view the crocodiles, hippos and the amazing bird life of this World Heritage site.
Tonight, you have a free night to explore the village on foot with a wide selection for restaurants to choose from for dinner.
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