Day 8

Wednesday 29 July

09h30 Transfer by coach to Pilanesberg National Park – approximately 2.5 hrs drive

 Pilanesberg National Park is situated on the eroded remains of an extinct alkaline volcanic crater - one of only three in the world.  The Park consists of numerous hills, wooded ravines and grassed open plains, making the area very picturesque. A wide diversity of eco-types makes a beautiful home for more than 35 species of large mammals, the sought-after 'Big Five' and more than 300 bird species.

In: Day 8

Wednesday 29 July

Out: Day 10

Friday 30 July

Accommodation : Manyane or Bakgatla Resorts – 2 nights

Manyane Resort is nestled at the gateway to the Pilanesberg National Park, set in unspoilt natural surroundings.
The 55 thatched African styled chalets are luxurious, with one or two bedrooms including a lounge, and in certain Chalets an upstairs loft bedroom.
Manyane offers tranquillity and relaxation. Activities include mini golf, children’s playground, walk in aviary, self-guided or conducted game drives and a self-guided walking trails area.

Bakgatla Resort lies at the foot of the Garamoga Hills and consists of unique Colonial Style Chalets. 
Each Chalet has a lounge, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and an ever-popular up-stairs loft bedroom. 

 www.goldenleopard.co.za

Days 8 & 9

Wed/Thurs

28/29 July

You’ll spend 2 nights in the reserve, with a morning and evening game drive in open safari vehicles and additional drives through the reserve in the coach.

Day 10

Friday

30 July

08h00 Depart Pilanesberg Reserve for the Drakensberg. Approximately 6 hours drive

 Your hotel is adjacent to the Royal Natal National Park, a World Heritage Site which boasts some of the most splendid mountain scenery in Africa. The main feature is the world famous Amphitheatre, a rock wall approximately five km in length, and 500m high.
Above the amphitheatre is Mont-aux-Sources peak where, as its name implies, the Orange river starts its long journey to the Atlantic ocean and the Thukela river cascades down the face of the amphitheatre, in one of the highest waterfalls in the world, on its way to the Indian ocean.   The most popular activity at Royal Natal is undoubtedly hiking.
A comprehensive hiking guide is available for purchase at the Visitor Centre, at Thendele camp office and at the main entrance gate. The brochure shows a map of the park and the network of hiking paths which visit every part of the park  from the gentle walk to Fairy Glen to the challenging hike up the Crack and down the Mudslide.
Trout fishing at Royal Natal is available in a dam in the park and in the Mahai and Thukela rivers, and picnicking and swimming in the clear mountain streams are popular pastimes.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             You will check in at your hotel, situated close to the park, and relax for the rest of the afternoon and evening www.alloutadventures.co.za/adventure-centre.htm

In:

Day 10

Friday

30 July

Out:

Day 12

Sunday

2 Augu

Accommodation : The Cavern,  – 2 nights

The Cavern is a holiday resort in the KwaZulu Natal region. Named after the "Cannibal Cavern", it is situated on 3000 hectares of private mountain reserve adjacent to the Amphitheatre of the Royal Natal National Park .

 This stunning full board Drakensberg resort has won numerous accolades and awards, giving you sound peace of mind. Superior suites, superior rooms and standard accommodation are available to guests, all offering spectacular views of the surrounding valleys, forests and mountainside. The superior accommodation is set away from the resort, in tranquil gardens, giving you magnificent views of the surrounding mountains.  www.cavern.co.z

Day 11

Saturday

1 August

07h30 Up early for a full day hike in the Drakensberg to the Tugela Falls, accompanied by a field guide. Walk the Tugela Gorge, swim in the rock pools, see the falls and experience the World Heritage Site in all its splendour.

The easy gradient up the Tugela gorge winds though indigenous forests. The last part of the hike to the Tugela Falls is a boulder hop. A little chain ladder takes you over the final stretch from where you have a stunning view of the falls rushing down the Amphitheatre in a series of  five spectacular cascades.

Take a picnic lunch prepared by the hotel.

Day 12

Sunday

2 August

10h00 Depart the Drakensberg for Durban – approximately 3 hours drive.

 Afternoon travel yo Ushaka water world , including lunch

UShaka Marine World is situated right on the beach and incorporates fresh and sea water pools, natural materials, the re-creation of a wreck of a 1940's cargo ship, with the 5th largest aquarium in the world by volume of water, coupled with indigenous African imagery, lush vegetation and maritime images of the Port of Durban, plus a water slides amusement park, a dolphin and seal stadium ( 3 shows a day), a penguin rookery, plus a host of shopping and eating choices. Evening at hotel or at the nearby centre..

In:

Day 12

Out:

Day 14

Accommodation : Blue Waters Hotel - 2 nights

This classical family hotel is located on Durban's Golden Mile, a shell's throw away from the beautiful beach opposit  The Blue Waters Hotel specialises in offering the best accommodation at affordable rates to corporate business, sports teams, groups and holiday makers alike.
It is less than ten minutes from the city centre, five minutes from the new International Convention Centre and the Sun Coast Casino only 500m away.
Enjoy tea, scones and quiet conversation amid panoramic views of the Indian Ocean in the Florida Lounge. Relax in the Coimbra Cocktail Bar overlooking the pool before enjoying a sumptuous buffet or a la carte lunch or dinner in the elegant Versailles Restaurant.

The Blue Waters Hotel is proud to offer its guests a comprehensive array of facilities which include:
- A la carte and buffet dining, business centre, indoor swimming pool, squash court, sauna, hairdressing salon, dry cleaning and laundry service, fax, direct dialling, secretarial services, ample open parking, underground security parking,
six function rooms
Every air-conditioned room has its own balcony with magnificent views of Durban's famous North Beaches.
All bedrooms have en suite bathroom, TV with in-house second channel TV, MNET cable TV & DSTV, telephone, air conditioner, hair dryer, tea & coffee making facilities.
www.bluewatershotel.co.za

Day 13

Monday

3 August

09h00

Morning TBC but probably on beach playing volleyball

Late afternoon matches as the boys will be coming through after school.

2 matches against  Amanzimtoti Rugby club , Rugby club just south west of  Durban ,

Matches followed by meal .

Day 14

Tuesday

4 August

08h45 Check out of the hotel and load the luggage onto the coach. 

Travel to Gateway shopping centre . We will then spend the day , in the waterhouse , practicing your surfing abilities or the rock wall.

17h00 Transfer to Durban Airport for the flight to Cape Town.

 19h00  Depart on Flight JE333 (subject to availability on confirmation)

20h00 Arrive in Cape Town where you will be met your new driver and guide for this leg of your trip and be transferred by coach to your hotel.