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KRUGER NATIONAL PARK (4-days)
The Park is home to 150 species of mammal, including the "Big Five" namely Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhinoceros and Elephant. The staggering 507 bird species, plus the wide variety of insects, reptiles and amphibians, make this a truly unique and ultimate wildlife experience.
Suggested Itinerary
DAY 1
Depart for Kruger National Park and head off on an adventure of a lifetime. En route to the park we drive past picturesque towns and villages. Arrive at the accommodation and relax after the long drive. Enjoy a scrumptious dinner.
DAY 2
An early rise as we leave for an early morning game drive with an experienced Game Ranger. Delight your taste buds with a hearty brunch after returning from the game drive. The rest of the day we will drive at leisure and delight in the amazing game and birdlife of the Park.
DAY 3
The entire day is spent game viewing, bird watching and stopping off at the various waterholes en route. We have regular stops at picnic spots, rest camps and places of interest. The evening we head off for a night game drive giving you the opportunity to experience wildlife at night.
DAY 4
Sadly we depart the Park for the return journey. En route visit quaint towns for curio shopping. Arrive back at your accommodation late evening.
(Extend the tour with another day or two and stay over in the beautiful town of Dullstroom leaving you the opportunity to learn the art of fly-fishing and if you are an expert in fly-fishing you get the opportunity to show your skills. Or extend and explore the Blyde River Canyon and other towns and attractions in the beautiful Mpumalanga Province)
PILANSBERG NATIONAL PARK (3-Days)
Experience the Big Five close to Pretoria without having to worry about Malaria precaution. This package includes visits to a Cultural Village and an Elephant Sanctuary.
Pilanesberg National Park is situated in an ancient long extinct volcanic crater, "The Volcano that gave birth to a game reserve". The park exists within the transition zone between the dry Kalahari and wetter Lowveld vegetation, commonly referred to as "Bushveld". Unlike any other large park, unique overlaps of mammals, birds and vegetation occur because of this transition zone. Pilanesberg National Park accommodates virtually every mammal of Southern Africa and is also home to the Big Five.
Suggested Itinerary
DAY 1
Clients will be collected to start an interesting shiny-eye journey. Our first stop is at the Elephant Sanctuary. Walk with and learn more about the Africa Elephant. For a delightful different cuisine we will lunch at a nearby restaurant. Depart for the Rustenburg area and book in at our accommodation and relax before we depart to enjoy a night drive in the Park which gives you the opportunity to experience wildlife at night.
DAY 2
The entire day is spent game viewing, birding and stopping off at the various waterholes en route.
DAY 3
Depart for a visit to a Cultural Village and join a culture tour and lunch before we depart for a drive-by tour of Pretoria where you will see some of the most prominent buildings of the City. We will arrive back at your accommodation in the early evening.
(Extend your tour to include a visit to Sun City, one of the first Casino's in Southern Africa).
DRAKENSBERG: NORTHERN AREA (3-Days)
Not only is South Africa a country with diverse cultures but also a land with breathtaking sceneries. It is almost a must that nature lovers visiting South Africa visit some of these awesome sites situated in the surroundings of the beautiful Drakensberg Mountain about 2˝ hours drive south of Johannesburg. Join us for an unforgettable journey to this wonderful place of serenity. On this trip you can go for a walk in the mountains passing streams and waterfalls or you can enjoy horseback safaris into the mountains or you could relax and reload.
Suggested Itinerary
DAY 1
You will be collected by your Guide to start a tour to the breathtaking area of the Northern Drakensberg area.
DAY 2
The mountain is such an inspiring experience that even the most unfit person would want to do a short hike in this most serene and beautiful area. Walks average between 1 to 5 hours.
At the Royal National Nature Reserve is an accessible path for wheelchair users which enables them to also experience nature.
DAY 3
Unfortunately all good things come to an end and this is the day we return. We start the return journey after a scrumptious brunch.
(Extend your tour with another 2 or 3 days and visit other parts of the breathtaking mountains or visit the artist's towns in the Midlands of Kwazulu Natal).
CAPE TOWN, GARDEN ROUTE (10-Days)
A visit to the Mother City is always very rewarding. The hustle and bustle around the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront reminds of many European scenes but with an African flavour. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from numerous sidewalk cafes. Visit the first Castle built in South Africa. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Cape Town from inside a cable car while going up to the top of Table Mountain. Drive through picturesque seaside towns to Cape Point.
Suggested Itinerary
Flying between Gauteng and Western Cape. You will be collected and taken to the OR Tambo Airport for the flight to Western Cape from where this delightful tour of the Garden Route onwards to the Mother City will start. A Tour Guide and vehicle will meet you in Port Elizabeth.
DAY 1
Arrive at Port Elizabeth Airport where Compi Tour's Guide will meet you for the start of an unforgettable journey through the scenic Garden Route, one of the most beautiful areas in South Africa. Drive onwards to Plettenberg Bay-area past Storms River Mouth. Storms River Mouth has the highest bungee jump from the Storm River Bridge. For the adventurous we will allow time to attempt this jump. Drive through breathtaking Nature's Valley and try to spot the Knysna Loerie.
DAY 2
Depart for the Knysna-area which was occupied by farmers in the 18th century and declared a town only in 1825 by Lord Charles Somerset. Visit the waterfront with its many shops and restaurants, or perhaps, take a boat trip on the Canal.
DAY 3
Depart for George and Mossel Bay. George was once described by the novelist Anthony Trollope as the "prettiest town on the face of the earth". Nestled below the Outeniqua Mountains the town is situated halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. A large collection of steam trains are found at the Railway Museum and worth a visit. The Church of St Peter and St Paul is the oldest Roman Catholic Church in South Africa.
Mossel Bay: This Indian Ocean costal village and harbour has a rich association with the Portuguese explorers of the 15th and 16th centuries. In 1488 Bartolomeu Dias threw anchor in the bay.
DAY 4
Visit the Dias Museum and leisure around this harbour town. We will book deep sea fishing trips or abseil down the side of a cliff for the adventurous.
DAY 5
Depart for Swellendam and Robertson en route to Stellenbosh (wine country).
En route we visit Wildebraam Liqueurs situated in the beautiful Hermitage Valley where youngberries are used to produce the most exquisite range of liqueur. Swellendam: lying at the foot of the Langeberg mountain-range is an attractive historic town and an excellent stop over between the garden route and Cape Town. Swellendam is the third oldest magisterial district in the country and as such has some wonderful examples of Cape Dutch, Cape Georgian and Cape Victorian buildings.
DAY 6
Depart for Stellenbosch and en route visit world renowned wine estates.
DAY 7
Visit towns such as, Somerset West, Strand and Gordon's Bay and delight in the many quaint shops, pubs and side walk cafés.
DAY 8
Depart for Cape Town. Visits and excursions include: Alfred and Victoria Waterfront, Two Oceans Aquarium, the very first Castle erected in SA, a cable car ride up Table Mountain, Robben Island (where former President Nelson Mandela was held prisoner) and delight in the colourful city life.
DAY 9
We drive to Cape Point via picturesque towns like Fish Hoek, Simons Town and Hout Bay.
Day 10
All good things come to an end and today we depart for the Airport for the return flight to Johannesburg.
The tour could be extended with 3 more days should you be interested in driving back to Gauteng instead of flying back.
Compi Tours and Centurion Environ Centre offers educational programs which include:
Creative problem solving - Handling conflict, creative thought, problem solving and practical applications.
Leadership - Styles, Identification, Practical approach and application
Life Skills - Emotional Intelligence, learn to identify and manage own and other's emotions. Self image. CPR. Basic fire fighting techniques, Evacuating a burning building, Compile evacuation plans. Buddy Aid, how to assist and attend to an emergency and manage different types of wounds. Learn more on and identify different drugs and other substances.
Adventure training - Natural courses, rope courses, hiking routed and exploring nature and veld life
Practical application of - Biology (plants, insects and animals), Astronomy, Geography (rocks, stones and rivers), Erosion and Pollution.
Workshops are presented by professional qualified and registered Assessors (as per SA Quality Assurance Standard).
Skills Development Program (7-Days for learners aged between 16 and 19)
The itinerary can be changed according to the needs of the school curriculum.
Suggested Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrive Pretoria (South Africa) where Compi Tour's Guide will meet the learners and transfer them to their accommodation.
DAY 2
Visit a cultural village and learn more about the different cultures in SA. Or, visit an Elephant Sanctuary and learn more about these magnificent animals and use the opportunity to walk with a Giant.
DAY 3
Full day Workshop
Evening program: the Stars (Astrology).
DAY 4
Full day Workshop
Evening program: Self image and drugs / substances.
DAY 5 and 6
Full day outdoor adventure training: activities including hiking while exploring nature and veld life. Learn about rocks, stones, rivers, erosion and pollution.
DAY 7
Return home.
RIETVLEI NATURE RESERVE
This reserve covers an area of 3800 hectares and supports 1500 to 2000 head of game. Watch the birds from rustic bird hides is an experience not to be missed. Identify as many game and bird while driving around the Reserve. Enjoy a picnic on the shore of the dam.
PILANSBERG NATURE RESERVE
Pilanesberg National Park - in an ancient volcanic crater "The Volcano that gave birth to a game reserve"
The crater of a long extinct volcano is the setting of Pilanesberg National Park - a fascinating alkaline complex produced by volcanic eruptions some 1300 million years ago. Pilanesberg is one of the largest volcanic complexes of its kind in the world. Unlike any other large park, unique overlaps of mammals, birds and vegetation occur because of its transition zone.
Pilanesberg National Park accommodates virtually every mammal of Southern Africa and is also home to the Big Five. This Nature Reserve is free of malaria mosquitoes. See the big five, if you are lucky, in one day.
GEMSTONES FOR AFRICA
Increase your knowledge in the deep, dark chambers of an African mine. You can now become part of the small number of people who could describe the feeling of being surrounded by walls of uncut gemstones. This underground trip will dazzle your senses. Half day.
JEWEL OF GAUTENG
The largest gemstone ever found was in the unique Edwardian town Cullinan, east of Pretoria. Renovated turn of the 20th century houses line the main street. Today, many of these houses serve as restaurants or art shops.
Learn about the metamorphosis of a rock into a crown jewel during a tour of the diamond mine. Full or half day.
ORIGIN OF MANKIND
Satisfy your curiosity about the origin of mankind on this insightful day tour to the Cradle of Humankind and the Sterkfontein caves. A skeleton fossil dating back more than 3-million years is one of the extraordinary findings made at the Sterkfontein caves south west of Pretoria. Life on Earth is explained through fascinating displays. The Caves were declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1999 and is one of 8 heritage sites in South Africa. Full day.
JOZI
A unique experience awaits you as you enter the historical world at Gold Reef City, Africa’s biggest Theme Park. Enjoy great activities such as an underground mine tour, gold panning and gold pour demonstrations. Learn about the discovery of gold and how it influenced the South African history. A visit to the Apartheid Museum is included. Full day.
KING OF THE JUNGLE
Holding a Lion’s tail while walking with it is an experience never to forget.
Full day excursion, including a scrumptious lunch.
CURIO AND MALL HOPPING
Delight in the curio shops at different markets and Malls in and around Pretoria and Hartebeespoort Dam.
HOT AIR BALLOON SAFARI'S
An early morning bird's eye view of Pretoria and surroundings is an experience to share with someone special. After this exciting early morning hot air balloon ride enjoy a scrumptious brunch while you relax and share the unforgettable experience.
CULTURAL EXPERIENCE
Visit a multi-cultural African village home to five African tribes (Basotho, Ndebele, Pedi, Xhosa and Zulu). The tour includes a presentation, visits to all five homesteads, traditional dancing and singing, and a buffet of the finest African cuisine.
JUMBO
Satisfy your curiosity about elephants at the Elephant Sanctuary west of Pretoria. Interact with these giants of the animal kingdom while being provided with in-depth information and insight into this magnificent animal of Africa. A light lunch rounds of this incredible experience. Full day.
All the above itineraries are suggestions only. For quotations please contact us.
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