EASTERN & WESTERN CAPE - Wildlife Awareness Safari
7 Night - 8 Day Safari
Arrival at Port Elizabeth International Airport and Departure from Cape Town International Airport
Day 1
Meet and greet on arrival at Port Elizabeth International Airport, transfer to accommodation, a quick unpack and refresh and drive to Addo Elephant Park in Port Elizabeth, where we will enjoy our first game drive in one of the biggest elephant parks in South Africa, truly an experience to behold and fantastic photographic opportunities, to follow a nice relaxing lunch at Nanaga restaurant, enjoy the craft, a true South African experience. We return to Addo Elephant Park for the Sunset Game Drive and sundowner, absolutely breathtaking. After a glorious day of Game Viewing and a very educational experience on awareness and the sanctuary of wildlife, always focusing on the animals needs first and where ecotourism plays a very important role in promoting sustainability on all levels, we head back to our accommodation and rest for the evening after we enjoy a light dinner.
Day 2
Good Morning cup of coffee and a light breakfast sees us driving to Jeffrey’s Bay, beautiful beaches and wild life destination. Our first visit to African Dawn Bird and animal wildlife sanctuary, featuring endangered cat breeding programs and a rehabilitation Centre; great work from this organization. A lovely lunch to be enjoyed before we visit the Seaview & Game Park where we will experience a guided lion and wild dog tour, they do great work for both animals and people. Let’s take a scenic walk along the beach and take in the fresh ocean breeze, great medicine for a good night’s rest after we enjoy a traditional South African “Potjie” and sundowners, rest.
Day 3
Good morning, rise and shine breakfast and a lovely scenic drive to Plettenberg Bay where we visit Jukani, Monkeyland and Birds of Eden, this remarkable organization South Africa Animal Sanctuary Alliance (SAASA) are winners of the lilizela Tourism Visitor Experience of the year award, overall winner of the World Responsible Tourism Award and in the category ‘Best Animal Welfare Initiative” who strive to improve the lives of caged primates, birds and other wildlife by relocating them to sanctuaries. The day will be dedicated to visiting the different sanctuaries. We will enjoy a lovely lunch in their environmentally friendly restaurant and learn about their family of primates, birds and cats with professional guided tours and fantastic photographic opportunities. After a wonderfully enlightening day with this amazing organization we head to our accommodation, enjoy a light dinner and rest for the evening.
Day 4
Good morning rise and shine coffee and breakfast sees us heading to Knysna Elephant Park; conserve, care and connect is what we should always keep in mind when visiting these wonderful places. We enjoy a game drive where we connect with the elephants and obtain information from our guide. We will enjoy a lovely lunch at their restaurant while catching a glimpse of the zebras and elephants. After a lovely lunch we head to Tenikwa: wildlife, rehabilitation and awareness centre, where we get up close and personal with some of Africa’s wild cats and various other programs. This venture is a wonderful initiative and very enjoyable. We head back to accommodation in Plettenberg bay and enjoy a traditional South African braaivleis, go over itinerary to refresh and rest for the evening.
Day 5
We need a good breakfast which we will stop for on route as the road is long, but the destination is worth it. We drive a scenic route through Knysna, Wilderness and George as we head to Oudtshoorn. We are going to participate and enjoy 3 beautiful events, Cango wildlife Ranch; we will spend the day enjoying encounters with wildlife, guided tours and a light lunch at the premises. After the long drive we will retire for the evening to get a fresh start for the next day’s adventures, we head to our accommodation at a nearby guest lodge, enjoy a dinner and spend the night at a leisurely pace and rest early.
Day 6
Good morning breakfast sees us heading to the beautiful Cango Caves, where we spend a couple of hours on a guided tour, exploring this great phenomenon, a breathtaking experience leaves you in awe of nature. After a light lunch we head to Cango Ostrich farm where you can enjoy a guided tour. Take it all in, enjoy the information and activities before we head back to accommodation where we enjoy a early night to depart at 05h00 am for a scenic trip to Cape Agulhus
Day 7
Good morning coffee and breakfast en route. Today we head toward Cape Agulhus, the geological southernmost tip of Africa and the dividing line between the Indian and the Altantic Ocean. Today we will experience nature conservation, the ecology of various biospheres as well as various species of mammals, reptiles and birds as we travel along the coastline towards Cape Town, enjoying the scenic coastline, pristine beaches and areas rich in cultural heritage and marine conservation. Whale watching season normally begins in June and ends in November, but sometimes we are fortunate enough to spot a few Southern right whales prior to June, frolicking in the water as they make their way from the Antarctic to warmer waters. The scenery and the views are absolutely breathtaking, a journey along the coastline is a something to behold and fantastic photographic opportunities. We arrive at our accommodation in Cape Town early evening where we will quickly offload, refresh and then head to signal hill that overlooks Cape Town at night, spectacular views of the City at night. We will enjoy a lovely dinner at the V&A Waterfront and enjoy the fresh night sea air before we return to our lodge for a good rest.
Day 8
Early rise and shine, sees us enjoying a lovely farewell breakfast at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, before departing for Cape Town International Airport and we sadly say farewell to our touring family and safe journeys to all. We present you with a farewell gift as a token of our appreciation for joining Xtreme Safari Africa.
Port Elizabeth International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
All accommodation
All meals and daily refreshments - 3 times daily
Guided Game Drives and boat trips as per itinerary
All activities as per itinerary
All road transport
Park fees
Air fares and airport taxes included as per request at an additional price
Local Government taxes
Gratuities/tipping
Air fares and airport taxes
Import taxes where applicable
Visas - where required
Departure tax
Any in-room treatments
A fully comprehensive travel insurance policy (with medical and evacuation insurance) valid from the date of itinerary confirmation (all guests must be covered by such a policy)
In the event of clients cancelling their reservations Xtreme Safari Africa shall have the right either to claim the total amount of any deposit paid by such client or to claim any damages suffered by the company. In accordance with the international policy adopted by tour operators Xtreme Safari Africa reserves the right to cancel any tour before departure in which event the entire payment will be refunded without any further obligation on the part of the Company. If you wish to cancel your booking you must advise us immediately. You will be liable to pay the following cancellation charges:
• When we have a signed booking form and the reservation is cancelled (even without a deposit received), Xtreme Safari Africa shall have the right to claim any damages suffered by the company due to this cancellation.
• Where your booking is for a package, you will be responsible for all cancellation charges, of whatsoever nature, imposed by the suppliers providing the component parts of such travel arrangements.
• Xtreme Safari Africa charges a cancellation fee equal to 40% of the package price on any finalised booking. However, Xtreme Safari Africa reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee of up to 100% of the total package, in its sole discretion, in particular circumstances. Any monies, which you have already paid to Xtreme Safari Africa, will be taken by us as payment or part payment of any cancellation charges.
Booking Conditions
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GENERAL CONDITIONS
Xtreme Safari Africa shall not be liable for injury, damage or loss including consequential loss to any person or their possessions how so ever caused, including personal injury, disease or death caused by or contributed to by negligence by the corporation, its employees or agents. Xtreme Safari Africa shall not be liable for any claims or if any additional expenses incurred through delays, accidents, or disruption of planned itineraries beyond the control of Xtreme Safari Africa (e.g.: flight delays, wars, strikes, weather, act of God, etc) or considered advisable by us, such expenses are to be borne by the client. If Xtreme Safari Africa considers any client as an unsuitable person for any tour, it may in its absolute discretion, cancel such client’s booking or decline to carry such person further. All baggage including personal items is at all times and in all circumstances at "owner’s risk". The information in the brochures, circular, leaflets and other advertisements issued by Xtreme Safari Africa is given in good faith and unless specifically stated shall not form part of any contract between the client and Xtreme Safari Africa. No agent, servant, representative or client of Xtreme Safari Africa has any right to alter, vary or waive any of these conditions. While every precaution is taken on the tour, Xtreme Safari Africa does not hold itself responsible for death or any injury or loss, which might occur to such persons sustained from any cause whatsoever. The client hereby indemnifies and holds Xtreme Safari Africa harmless against any and all claims in respect of personal injury or damages, either direct or consequential arising from any cause whatsoever as a result of the participation by the client and persons under his authority on the tour.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
A deposit of 25% (non-refundable) is required to secure a booking. The exchange rate on the date of final payment will be used as the basis to calculate the balance of your tour package. The balance of payment is due no later than 30 days prior to date of departure. Bookings shall be considered full and paid up once a final invoice has been issued and paid within 48 hours of the issuing of such an invoice. Should the invoice not be paid within this time, Xtreme Safari Africa reserves the right to re-issue the invoice if increases in foreign exchange rates or any other related costs occur. Booking confirmations are not released until Xtreme Safari Africa has received full payment & a complete signed booking form.
CANCELLATIONS
In the event of clients cancelling their reservations Xtreme Safari Africa shall have the right either to claim the total amount of any deposit paid by such client or to claim any damages suffered by the company. In accordance with the international policy adopted by tour operators Xtreme Safari Africa reserves the right to cancel any tour before departure in which event the entire payment will be refunded without any further obligation on the part of the Company. If you wish to cancel your booking you must advise us immediately. You will be liable to pay the following cancellation charges:
• When we have a signed booking form and the reservation is cancelled (even without a deposit received), Xtreme Safari Africa shall have the right to claim any damages suffered by the company due to this cancellation.
• Where your booking is for a package, you will be responsible for all cancellation charges, of whatsoever nature, imposed by the suppliers providing the component parts of such travel arrangements.
• Xtreme Safari Africa charges a cancellation fee equal to 40% of the package price on any finalised booking. However, Xtreme Safari Africa reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee of up to 100% of the total package, in its sole discretion, in particular circumstances. Any monies, which you have already paid to Xtreme Safari Africa, will be taken by us as payment or part payment of any cancellation charges.
TOUR LEADER RESPONSIBILITY
The traveller who signs the booking form for and on behalf of all travellers will be responsible for passing on all information, vouchers, schedule changes or any other information forwarded by Xtreme Safari Africa to him/her/them. Xtreme Safari Africa does not take any responsibility for failure to do so.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
It is strongly advised that all clients take out adequate insurance cover such as cancellation due to illness, accident or injury, personal accident and personal liability, loss of or damage to baggage and sports equipment. Xtreme Safari Africa will not be responsible or liable if the client fails to take adequate insurance cover or at all. Kindly check with the respective credit card companies in order to obtain specific details for the cover of your credit cards as well.
PASSPORTS, VACCINATIONS, VISAS & INOCULATIOINS
It is entirely the clients duty to ensure that all passports & visas are current, valid, obtained on time and that any vaccinations, inoculations, prophylactics (e.g. for malaria) and the like, where required, have been obtained. Xtreme Safari Africa and their staff cannot be held liable for any required travel documents such as visas, etc. not held by the guests, nor can it be held liable for the cost of obtaining visas and other required documents. Passports must be valid for 6 months after return to South Africa.
UNSCEDULED EXTENSIONS / CHANGES In the unlikely event of there being an unscheduled extension to the holiday caused by flight delays, bad weather, strikes or any other cause which is beyond the control of Xtreme Safari Africa, it is understood that expenses relating to those unscheduled extensions will be for the passenger’s account. Whilst Xtreme Safari Africa uses its best endeavours to ensure that all anticipated accommodation is available as planned, there shall be no claim of any nature whatsoever against Xtreme Safari Africa for a refund either in the whole or part, if any accommodation or excursion is unavailable and a reasonable alternative is found. If the guest is unable to use any of the services provided in the amended itinerary, no refunds will be due. In the event when the itinerary must be re-route by our service providers Xtreme Safari Africa cannot be held responsible.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
Documents (vouchers, itineraries, etc.) are only prepared on receipt of full payment of the package price, and signed & completed Booking Form, and will be ready 48 hours after payment has been received. It is important that you check all details of your travel documents (including your itinerary) before leaving. If there are any inaccuracies on any of your travel documents, or should you have any further queries, you should contact your travel agent immediately. Xtreme Safari Africa will not be liable for any delay and/or loss occasioned as a result of any inaccuracies on any travel documents once you are in receipt thereof and you have left.
BREAK-AWAYS, CLAIMS & REFUNDS
Except for verifiable extenuating circumstances, refunds are not made for any missed tour services. Whilst it is possible to break away from the planned holiday itineraries, it is understood that such break-aways will be for the passenger’s account and there will be no refunds under any circumstances for unused services unless prior arrangements have been made with Xtreme Safari Africa prior to the issue of documentation. Refunds will not be made for unused sightseeing trips or meals. Xtreme Safari Africa will not accept any liability for any claims that are not received within 7 days of the termination of your tour.
COMPLAINTS
In the event that you have any reason to complain, or experience any problems with your holiday whilst away, you must immediately inform the supplier of the services in question. If you are still dissatisfied, you must notify Xtreme Safari Africa immediately to enable us to resolve the problem. Failure to give us the opportunity to resolve any problem at the time it occurs may result in either a reduction, or complete extinction, of any rights which you may have to claim compensation. If you remain dissatisfied, contact your booking consultant with full details of your complaint.