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10-day Cape Town, Garden Route, Safari & Sun City


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10-day Cape Town, Garden Route, Safari & Sun City


Cape Town - Knysna - Eastern Cape - Sun City - Johannesburg
10 Days / 9 Nights

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Introduction

Accommodation Destination Basis Duration

SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl Cape Town B&B 3 Nights

Knysna Log Inn Knysna B&B 2 Nights

Kwantu Private Game Reserve Eastern Cape FB+ 2 Nights

Soho Hotel Sun City B&B 1 Night

Peermont Metcourt Suites Emperors Palace Johannesburg B&B 1 Night

Key
B&B: Bed and Breakfast

FB+: Full Board Basis


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Cost for the below package: (Based in ZAR only)

Validity: Single Double Triple Child

(2-11 years old)

01 February 2019-30 April 2019 33,580 19,440 15,945 9,885

01 May 2019-31 August 2019 31,315 17,830 14,785 9,835

01 September 2019-15 December 2019 33,580 19,440 15,945 9,885

Included:

- Accommodation as stated above


- Breakfast Daily
- 2 x Private Tours in Cape Town
- Private Transfers in Cape Town, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Sun City and to Peermont
- Scheduled transfer on outward flight
- Entrances and Activities as mentioned

Excluded:

- Additional meals and drinks


- All Personal Items: Gratuity Beverages, Room Service, Telephone Calls etc.
- Entrance fees to any of the attractions, Prices quoted above separately.
- Travel insurance (please note that we strongly recommend you take out travel insurance to cover yourselves
against any medical emergencies, cancellations, curtailment, etc.)
- All Flights
- Anything not mentioned as included

Day 1: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl, Cape Town

Cape Town
Resting at the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic oceans, sandwiched between the slopes of the iconic Table
Mountain and the glistening sapphire waters of Table Bay, the exceptionally scenic city of Cape Town is in a class of
its own. Some cities boast rich culture, vibrant nightlife, a cosmopolitan atmosphere and extraordinary architecture,
while others boast breathtaking landscapes and extraordinary natural wonders. Cape Town is lucky enough to be
blessed with all of these attractions and so much more. With its bustling harbour, world-class beaches, top-notch
vineyards, and its mountainous surroundings brimming with diverse flora and fauna, Cape Town consistently
captivates the hearts of all who visit.
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Day Itinerary
On arrival in Cape Town you will be met at the airport and privately transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the
day at leisure.

Overnight: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl View iBrochure


With so much to do and see in Cape Town, you need to stay somewhere central. Situated, on the corner of
Buitengracht and Strand Street, the bustling location of SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl inspires visitors to explore
the hip surroundings and get to know the city. This new Cape Town hotel has 5 levels of basement parking for those
travelling by car and planning to explore beyond the City Bowl.

The hotel has 202 bedrooms made up of standard rooms with queen size beds, family rooms each with 2 double
beds, 5 executive rooms, 2 suites and 2 wheelchair-accessible rooms.The stylish bar on the 18th floor is a welcome
retreat for SunSquare guests looking to relax in style. The bar also offers access to the enclosed pool deck and opens
onto an outdoor patio overlooking the picture perfect Cape Town harbour and Lions Head.

The gym located on the top floor of the hotel will satisfy guests looking to keep fit or work up an appetite before
venturing out into the surrounding foodie district. With panoramic views of Table Mountain, you can determine this
wondrous mountain’s mood before stepping out of the hotel.

Basis
Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl, Cape Town

Day Itinerary
Today you will enjoy a half day City Tour including Table Mountain (weather permitting).
HIGHLIGHTS:
• South African Museum & the Company Gardens
• Parliament buildings
• City Hall & Castle of good Hope
• Malay Quarter/ Bo-Kaap
• Green Market Square
• Signal Hill
• Camps Bay & Clifton
Should the cableway up Table Mountain not be operating you will be taken to Table View for a “postcard view” of
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Table Mountain.

The afternoon you are at leisure, we can recommend spending some time at the V&A Waterfront which has a wide
variety of shops, entertainment and restaurants on offer.

Activities
Table Mountain

Company Gardens

Castle of Good Hope

Bo Kaap

Signal Hill

Camps Bay

Table Mountain
Without a doubt it is Table Mountain that makes Cape Town the unique city it is. Rising up over 1000m above sea
level, it is the icon that makes Cape Town instantly recognizable. It is a symbol, a playground, a spiritual retreat and a
big draw card for tourists. So intertwined with the identity of Cape Town is Table Mountain that a visit to the city
isn’t complete without having walked or taken the cable car to the top.

Company Gardens
The Company Gardens is a treed haven in the middle of the city and is surrounded by museums and fascinating
buildings - St Georges Cathedral, the Salve Museum, The National Art Gallery and the Jewish Museum to mention a
few.

Castle of Good Hope


The Castle of Good Hope is the oldest surviving building in South Africa. Built between 1666 and 1679, this
pentagonal fortification replaced a small clay and timber fort built by Commander Jan van Riebeeck in 1652 upon
establishing a maritime replanishment station art the Cape of Good Hope for the Dutch East India Company, better
known as the VOC (VerenigdeOos-Indische Compagnie).

Bo Kaap
The colourful suburb of Bo Kaap was exclusively for coloured Muslims during the Colonial and Apartheid times and
today, this group still makes up the majority of residents. The quaint cobbled streets, the museum, the authentic
purveyors of Cape cuisine and Cape Town’s oldest spice emporium are all worth a visit.

Signal Hill
For awesome views of Table Mountain, the City, the harbour, Waterfront, 2010 Stadium, the suburbs of Green Point
& Sea Point and sunsets.

Camps Bay
Camps Bay is a wealthy coastal suburb located just ten minutes from the city bowl. Set on the slopes of Table
Mountain, it overlooks a series of beautiful sandy bays and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Camps Bay is home to Cape
Town’s most glamorous beach.
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Basis
Bed & Breakfast

Day 3: SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl, Cape Town

Day Itinerary
Today you will enjoy a full day guided tour of the beautiful Cape Peninsula.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Clifton & Camps Bay
• Twelve Apostles
• Llandudno
• Hout Bay (optional boat trip to Seal Island)
• Chapmans Peak Drive (if open)
• Noordhoek
• Ostrich viewing (drive by)
• Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
• Cape Point
• Cape of Good Hope
• Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
• Simons Town
• Muizenberg
• Constantia
• Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Activities
Hout Bay

Cape of Good Hope

Cape Point

Boulders Beach

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Hout Bay
The originally small fishing village of Hout Bay is now a popular suburb of Cape Town. Over and above being a lovely
family beach, it has many tourist attractions which include the World of Birds, a township tour to the vibrant
ImizamoYethu, arts and crafts, boat rides out to Seal Island and some great, casual restaurants where you can relax
and enjoy the surroundings.

Cape of Good Hope


Part of the Table Mountain National Park that extends from Signal Hill in the north all the way to Cape Point in the
south, the Cape of Good Hope is not the southern tip of Africa, despite lying at the south-west corner of the Cape
Peninsula, just a little south of Cape Point on the south-east corner.
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Cape Agulhas, roughly 150 kilometres southeast of here, holds this title instead. The Cape of Good Hope, however,
remains a significant headland in the sense that from here one travels more eastward than southward, and it is not
hard to imagine that rounding of the cape in 1488 was a major achievement.

This said, the Cape of Good Hope is one of two world-renowned landmarks within the Table Mountain National Park,
the other is Table Mountain. These two familiar attractions are what draws thousands of visitors to Cape Town, not a
new attribute to the Cape of Good Hope that functioned as something of a beacon for sailors for years and is still
widely referred to as ‘The Cape’ by sea farers. the Cape Peninsula, just a little south of Cape Point on the south-east
corner.

Cape Point
Cape Point is a spectacular sight, covered in endemic fynbos and home to breathtaking bays, beaches and rolling
green hills and valleys, just 60km outside of Cape Town. Cape Point falls within the Cape Floral Region, a World
Heritage Site. The Cape Floral Region is one of the richest areas for plants in the world – it is home to nearly 20% of
Africa’s flora. Cape Point is open daily and is a must-see.

Boulders Beach
Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town is ideal for kids as immense boulders shelter the cove from currents and large
waves - but please always take care. It is a rare pleasure to swim with the penguins but don't touch or feed them.
They might look cute and cuddly but their beaks are as sharp as razors and if they feel threatened they have no
qualms about nipping the odd finger or nose.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens


On the lower slopes of Table Mountain, the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens showcases some of the Cape’s
rich flora. Taking centre stage here is the unique ‘fynbos’ vegetation. Those who work up an appetite while exploring
this garden paradise can visit the restaurant or tea room, which are fully stocked with delicious meals, yummy treats
and refreshing beverages. In summer, Sunday music concerts provide sunset entertainment. Kirstenbosch is rated as
the seventh best of its kind in the world.

Basis
Bed & Breakfast
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Day 4: Knysna Log Inn, Knysna

Knysna
Sandwiched between the towering Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean, Knysna is known as the ‘Garden of
Eden’. It is surrounded by world-renowned forests, lovely lagoons and pristine beaches. Visitors can look forward to
an array of markets offering delicious food and organic locally-made goods, explore the town’s picturesque
waterfront and quaint streets, adventure through the lush forest, skip over streams and catch a glimpse of the
multicoloured Knysna Loerie, take a ferry trip to the famed Knysna Heads and sample the local oysters. Don’t miss
the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of exciting activities including: surfing, swimming, yachting, jet skiing, boating,
fishing, and golfing.

Day Itinerary
Today you will travel to the Garden Route, your destination is Knysna and you will enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on
the Knysna Lagoon.

Overnight: Knysna Log Inn


Built in 1998, the Knysna Log-Inn Hotel embodies an "indigenous" concept that combines the character and the spirit
of the surrounding indigenous forests with Knysna's romantic history. Harking back to the logging history of Knysna
exquisitely solid Yellowwood trunks tower upwards to the magnificent Scandinavian hammer trusses and rays of
sunshine flooding through the stained glass windows, illuminating the solid Yellowwood staircase.

57 en-suite luxury bedrooms invite you to unwind in comfort and style. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning,
ceiling fans, electronic safes, remote control TV's (M-Net, Sport and local channels), direct dial telephones,
hairdryers and tea/coffee making facilities.

The lush tropical pool area is home to an all season’s swimming pool, wooden sun deck, Jacuzzi and sauna.

Activities
Garden Route

Featherbed John Benn


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Garden Route
Sandwiched between the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains and the glistening Indian Ocean, this lush 200-
kilometre stretch of coastal plain between Mossel Bay and Storms River Mouth provides one of the world’s most
spectacular drives. Visitors typically base themselves at the heart of the Garden Route - either in Knysna, complete
with its scenic lagoon; or neighbouring Plettenberg Bay, famous for its excellent beaches - and then spend a few days
exploring countless surrounding attractions. Whether you are seeking pristine, uncrowded white-sand beaches,
world-class golf courses, ancient forests, top-notch surf spots, extraordinary nature reserves, excellent hiking
opportunities or exhilarating outdoor adventures such as bungee jumping or ziplining, the Garden Route has it all.

Featherbed John Benn


The John Benn is a double-decker floating restaurant offering daily lagoon cruises to the Knysna Heads. A memorable
family activity on Knysna Lagoon. One of the best floating restaurants in Knysna. The John Benn is a fully enclosed
luxury ferry, beautifully appointed with her upper and lower decks constructed from Yellowwood sourced from the
Knysna Forest.

This legendary floating restaurant is for eating, drinking and having fun! The galley team onboard the vessel is young
and energetic, serving tasty food made from the freshest local selection.
Eating out in Knysna can become a whole new experience as a family activity.

This wonderful floating restaurant offers a wide dining selection from the a la carte menu, has a bar on each of the
upper and lower decks and is fully enclosed. The John Benn is an ideal venue for corporate functions, staff parties
and weddings, or simply to have a good time!

Basis
Bed & Breakfast

Day 5: Knysna Log Inn, Knysna

Day Itinerary
Today you will be taken on a full day visit to Oudtshoorn where you will enjoy guided tours of the Cango Caves,
Cango Wildlife Ranch and an ostrich farm. Return to your Knysna hotel in the late afternoon.

Activities
Oudtshoorn

Cango Caves

Cango Wildlife Ranch

Safari Ostrich Showfarm

Oudtshoorn
Located along the well-known Route 62 in South Africa’s beautiful Klein Karoo, the charming town of Oudtshoorn is
known as the ostrich capital of the world. It is surrounded by numerous ostrich farms and the golden arid landscape
of the Karoo. Visitors can enjoy the locally produced wine and port; sample ostrich meat and biltong; learn about the
ostrich feather boom at the C.P. Nel Museum; and visit the world-renowned Cango Caves, the largest cave system in
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Africa featuring ancient rock formations and sparkling stalactites and stalagmites. Other popular activities include:
mountain biking, paragliding, horse riding, and taking a day trip to the quaint town of Prince Albert over the scenic
Swartberg Pass.

Cango Caves
The spectacular Cango Caves are a subterranean wonderland of magnificent stalactite and stalagmite rock
formations that attracts thousands of visitors annually. They extend more than two kilometres into the Swartberg
Mountains and visitors can take guided tours that wind through narrow passageways and steep stairways linking the
massive caverns.

Cango Wildlife Ranch


The Cango Wildlife Ranch promotes awareness and conservation of endangered species, while encouraging
supervised interaction – making this a wonderful destination for children of all ages. Housing the oldest and largest
cheetah contact centre worldwide, visitors can view these powerful, speedy cats in a natural bushveld environment
from elevated walkways. From predators of the land to predators of the water, visitors can then move on to the
crocodile and alligator enclosures to study more of the world’s most dangerous beasts.

Safari Ostrich Showfarm


Safari Ostrich Show Farm is an operating farm where visitors will see large flocks of ostriches at different stages of
development in the surrounding fields. Visitors are assured of personal attention and upon their arrival are greeted
by one of our multi-lingual guides who will, during the course of the tour explain every aspect of ostrich farming,
from breeding to rearing. The tour starts in the breeding camp, with a nest of ostrich eggs, where the first stage of
the ostrich life cycle is explained. Visitors will get the opportunity to test the strength of the eggs by standing on
them - a great photo opportunity. During the breeding season visitors get to see ostrich eggs hatching in the
incubator rooms.

Basis
Bed & Breakfast

Day 6: Kwantu Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape

Eastern Cape
As South Africa’s ‘wild’ province, the Eastern Cape features magnificent stretches of untouched beach, peaceful river
estuaries, lush forests, breathtaking mountain vistas, and the arid Karoo Desert landscape. Nelson Mandela Bay (Port
Elizabeth) serves as the province’s primary commercial and industrial centre as well as a gateway to the popular
Garden Route where visitors can enjoy ancient forest walks, surfing in the world-renowned surf spot of Jeffrey's Bay,
and even bungee jumping from the world's highest bridge bungy above the Bloukrans River. Beyond the Garden
route lie some spectacular malaria-free wildlife reserves including the remarkable Addo Elephant National Park, now
the only place in South Africa where you can see the Big Seven - elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo, leopard, whale and
shark. Further east, don’t miss the Wild Coast region which, as it is far less developed than the rest of South Africa,
offers visitors a glimpse of rural African village life.
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Day Itinerary
Today you will travel into the Eastern Cape to your Big Five private game reserve for a safari experience. Enjoy your
first afternoon game drive, followed by dinner at the lodge.

Overnight: Kwantu Private Game Reserve


Kwantu Private Game Reserve is situated a mere 85km from Port Elizabeth on the N2 national highway towards
Grahamstown.

In addition to the Big Five, Kwantu Game Reserve has many other facilities and offerings. These include a various
accommodation types, swimmings pools, a touch farm, cricket field, tennis courts, entertainment area and much
more.

Kwantu Private Game Reserve offers you a feast for the imagination catering from a Big 5 African adventure to five-
star hospitality.

The Kwantu Game Reserve offers a variety of accommodation to suit your style. From the family styled Pollards Inn
Hotel, Elephant Ridge and Lions View Villas, to the Luxury Bush Lodge which overlooks the tranquil waterhole. Enjoy
a relaxed stay with complete peace and privacy, with each accommodation type offering a slightly different "bush"
experience. Therefore, for a true African experience where one can experience more than just the Big Five in a family
friendly environment, Kwantu is the ideal destination.

Upon visiting the game reserve, the Halaal Afro-Asian traditional cuisine with a touch of spice is an absolute must
have because it is one of the lodge’s main attractions.

Experience Africa, Experience Life, Experience Kwantu.

Activities
Kwantu Private Game Reserve

Kwantu Private Game Reserve


Kwantu Private Game Reserve is situated a mere 85km from Port Elizabeth on the N2 national highway towards
Grahamstown.

In addition to the Big Five, Kwantu Game Reserve has many other facilities and offerings. These include a various
accommodation types, swimmings pools, a touch farm, cricket field, tennis courts, entertainment area and much
more.
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Kwantu Private Game Reserve offers you a feast for the imagination catering from a Big 5 African adventure to five-
star hospitality.

The Kwantu Game Reserve offers a variety of accommodation to suit your style. From the family styled Pollards Inn
Hotel, Elephant Ridge and Lions View Villas, to the Luxury Bush Lodge which overlooks the tranquil waterhole. Enjoy
a relaxed stay with complete peace and privacy, with each accommodation type offering a slightly different "bush"
experience. Therefore, for a true African experience where one can experience more than just the Big Five in a family
friendly environment, Kwantu is the ideal destination.

Upon visiting the game reserve, the Halaal Afro-Asian traditional cuisine with a touch of spice is an absolute must
have because it is one of the lodge’s main attractions.

Experience Africa, Experience Life, Experience Kwantu.

Basis
Full Board Basis

Day 7: Kwantu Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape

Day Itinerary
A full day on safari with morning and afternoon game drives.

Basis
Full Board Basis

Day 8: Soho Hotel, Sun City

Sun City
Stretching along the border of the Pilanesberg National Park, in the North West Province, Sun City is internationally
renowned as South Africa's premier holiday resort and offers a multitude of attractions and activities to keep all
visitors entertained for days. With its combination of golfing, gaming and gambling, as well as world-class hotels, it is
a mini Las Vegas in the African bush. It is also known as the only surf-and-safari destination within a two-hour drive
of the landlocked city of Johannesburg. Visitors can choose from a range of wonderful accommodation options
including the opulent ‘Palace of the Lost City’ or the elegant ‘Cascades’ or enjoy the endless rolling waves at the
‘Valley of Waves’.

Day Itinerary
This morning you will transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport for your flight to Johannesburg, here you will be met and
transferred privately to the Sun City resort where you will spend the next 2 days enjoying some rest and relaxation
as well as the many opportunities for fun and excitement with all of the activities and entertainment on offer at the
resort.
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Overnight: Soho Hotel View iBrochure


Often referred to as the Main Hotel, Soho hotel and casino was the first hotel to be built on the resort. This 4-star
Sun City accommodation is located right at the heart of Sun City, and is central to all the activities and things to do at
the resort.

Top reasons to stay at Soho hotel and casino:


•The rooms and suites are near the Soho casino, keeping you close to the action.
•The 340 rooms are all pool and lake facing, and the hotel is on the edge of the world-famous Gary Player Golf
Course.
•There are 6 luxury suites, 2 presidential suites, 14 ground floor luxury rooms, 20 superior luxury rooms, 36 ground
floor superior luxury family rooms, 53 superior luxury family rooms, 85 luxury family rooms, 120 luxury twin rooms
and 4 paraplegic suites.
•There is a free shuttle every 15 minutes taking you to the Valley of Waves, Sun Central entertainment centre and
other activities within the resort.
•This Sun City accommodation is ideal for delegates attending conferences at the resort.

Activities
Sun City

Sun City
Stretching along the border of the Pilanesberg National Park, in the North West Province, Sun City is internationally
renowned as South Africa's premier holiday resort and offers a multitude of attractions and activities to keep all
visitors entertained for days. With its combination of golfing, gaming and gambling, as well as world-class hotels, it is
a mini Las Vegas in the African bush. It is also known as the only surf-and-safari destination within a two-hour drive
of the landlocked city of Johannesburg. Visitors can choose from a range of wonderful accommodation options
including the opulent ‘Palace of the Lost City’ or the elegant ‘Cascades’ or enjoy the endless rolling waves at the
‘Valley of Waves’.

Basis
Bed & Breakfast
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Day 9: Peermont Metcourt Suites Emperors Palace, Johannesburg

Johannesburg
Johannesburg is one of Africa’s biggest and most vibrant cities. It is the economic capital of Africa and the gateway to
Southern Africa. Although not as famous as other South African destinations, there is plenty to do in Johannesburg
and nearby Pretoria. The old city is a multi-cultural mixture of traditional medicine shops, Chinese restaurants, taxi
ranks and ultra-modern skyscrapers. There are excellent museums, art galleries and organised tours of historical and
political interest. The shopping is Southern Africa’s best and the many restaurants cater for all tastes. The nearby
township of Soweto is Johannesburg’s most popular tourist attraction.

Day Itinerary
Enjoy the day at leisure at the resort, before your afternoon transfer back to Johannesburg for overnight. Enjoy the
evening at the Emperor's Palace Entertainment Complex.

Overnight: Peermont Metcourt Suites Emperors Palace View iBrochure


Affordable accommodation with friendly service...the 3-star select services Metcourt Suites offers a home away from
home. The hotel features 77 spacious suites with contemporary furnishings. All the usual technology is available in
the rooms with Wi-Fi connectivity available in public areas. Breakfast is served in the stylish Primavera restaurant.
Guests also have access to the casino, dining, entertainment, convention and relaxation facilities of the Emperors
Palace resort.

Activities
Emperors Palace Emporium

Optional
Valley of Waves

Temple of Courage

The Royal Baths

The Maze of The Lost City


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The Gary Player Country Club Golf Course

Lost City Golf Course

Emperors Palace Emporium


1001 things to see, taste and do! Never before have you been this spoilt for choice with 6 state of the art NuMetro
cinemas screening all the latest movies, 9 restaurants to tempt you with African, Asian, Continental, Greek, Italian
and Portuguese fare, 6 popular fast food outlets, the hippest video and arcade games for teens and plenty of
supervised fun for the younger kids.

Valley of Waves
The Valley of Waves water park is Sun City’s legendary hub for all kinds of water fun. Offering family-friendly water
activities that appeal to adventurers of all ages, there is something for everyone at this iconic Sun City water park.
Both day visitors and Sun City Resort guests are invited to enjoy a full day of exciting activities, with a designated
children’s area and lifeguards on duty. The main attraction at Valley of Waves is the Roaring Lagoon – a 6 500 square
metre wave pool with hydraulic mechanisms that generate waves of nearly 2 metres high every 90 seconds.

Temple of Courage
Perhaps even more famous than the Valley of Waves, the Temple of Courage promises an exhilarating adrenalin rush
with a 17-metre drop down a 70-metre slide. The almost vertical slide takes riders hurtling under a bridge and
splashing into a small pool. There are also two body slides – the Tarantula and the Scorpion, and two tube rides – the
Viper and the Mamba.

The Royal Baths


This private adult pool located above The Brew Monkey at the Valley of Waves will inspire you to dive in and swim
laps. Surrounded by lush jungle, The Royal Baths is also the perfect place to unwind after an active day at Sun City.

- Operating hours: 08h00 - 19h00 (Valley of Waves times – peak periods) thereafter it will be open as per normal
Valley of Waves times
- Free entry to all hotel and Sun Vacation Club residents on presentation of their resident cards
- Day visitor entry fee: R50 (guest will receive an armband for identification)
- Complimentary fruit skewer
- Complimentary non-alcoholic cocktail
- Guest to present ID on request
- Max capacity: 200 people
- Gazebos are available for private massages
- Observatory Bar is exclusively for guests at The Royal Baths

The Maze of The Lost City


The largest permanent maze in the Southern Hemisphere, The Maze of the Lost City is constructed from artificial
stone and wood, creating the illusion of an ancient archaeological discovery. It’s just as much fun for families to
explore, as it is for team building and corporate functions. The Maze of the Lost City was added to Sun City Resort in
September 2012 and covers a half-acre. The Maze is accessed via a 100 metre-long suspension bridge from the
Entertainment Centre and offers some of the most spectacular views of the resort, particularly of The Palace of the
Lost City and the Gary Player Golf Course. When night falls, flaming torches light the paths along the chambers. At
the end of The Maze of the Lost City is the Maze Bar that has a selection of ice-cold craft beers on tap. The craft beer
menu is updated regularly so you can always expect something new at this unique Sun City maze bar. This Sun City
maze can be hired out for private parties, conferences or as a dining area, hosting up to 200 people.
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The Gary Player Country Club Golf Course


The Gary Player Country Club Golf Course, designed by Gary Player, is an 18-hole par-72 walking course, with a 5km
running trail along the course. Built in an extinct volcanic crater, this immaculate golfing paradise conforms to the
stringent US PGA specifications and was recently named South Africa’s Best Golf Course in the World Golf Awards
2015. It is also home to the annual Nedbank Golf Challenge which plays host to some of the world’s golfing legends.

When construction of the Sun City Resort began in 1978, the decision was taken to build a golf course that would
rival the best in the world. Today, in spite of stiff competition, the Gary Player Country Club is deservedly ranked as
one of the most prestigious golf courses on the African continent.

Lost City Golf Course


The popularity of the Sun City Resort led to the design and development of the Lost City Country Club. Gary Player
was called upon again to extend his professional expertise by designing the golf course. Covered in the hardy Kikuyu
grass, much like the Gary Player Country Club golf course at Sun City, the course offers undulating plains, expansive
fairways, mountainous areas and small patches of desert. This superlative golf course also offers players a distinctive
region covered with a series of lakes that separate the 9th from the final hole. The 13th hole offers a green in the
shape of the African continent, complete with a pond that is home to numerous Nile Crocodiles; adding to the true
African appeal of this course.

Basis
Bed & Breakfast

Day 10: End of Itinerary

Day Itinerary
After breakfast catch the hotel shuttle transfer to OR Tambo International Airport for your departure flight.

Basis
Bed & Breakfast
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Travel Information

This vast country is undoubtedly one of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on earth. Fondly known
by locals as the 'Rainbow Nation', South Africa has 11 official languages and its multicultural inhabitants are
influenced by a fascinating mix of cultures. Discover the gourmet restaurants, impressive art scene, vibrant nightlife
and beautiful beaches of Cape Town; enjoy a local braai (barbecue) in the Soweto township; browse the bustling
Indian markets in Durban; or sample some of the world’s finest wines at the myriad wine estates dotting the Cape
Winelands. Some historical attractions to explore include the Zululand battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal, the Apartheid
Museum in Johannesburg and Robben Island, just off the coast of Cape Town. Above all else, its remarkably untamed
wilderness with its astonishing range of wildlife roaming freely across massive unfenced game reserves such as the
world-famous Kruger National Park. With all of this variety on offer, it is little wonder that South Africa has fast
become Africa’s most popular tourist destination.

Banking and Currency


Currency

The currency is the Rand, which is divided into 100 cents. There are R200, R100, R50, R20 and R10 notes. Coins come
in R5, R2, R1, 50c, 20c, 10c and 5c.

Banking

Banks are found in most towns, and are generally open from 09h00 to 15h30 on weekdays and 08h30 to 11h00 on
Saturdays (Closed Sundays and Public Holidays). Most of them offer foreign exchange services - with cash, bank &
credit cards as well as travellers cheques. You can also obtain cash from automatic teller machines (ATMs). Several
international banks have branches in the main city centres. Always advise your bank that you are travelling outside
of the country as they might block your purchases if they are not informed.

Travel, Transport and Getting Around


Travelling around South Africa is relatively easy by air, road and rail.

Principal air routes are serviced by SAA and British Airways, operated by Comair. There are 2 low-cost carriers on
main routes, namely Kulula.com and Mango.

Facilitating travel around South Africa are 10 airports managed by the Airports Company South Africa (Acsa). In
addition, there are some 90 regional airports, including the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in Nelspruit
and the Skukuza Airport, offering access to the Kruger National Park.

An extensive tarred road system makes travelling in South Africa by vehicle convenient and easy. You will find gravel
roads in rural areas though. Note:

• A valid international driver's licence is required.


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• We drive on the left hand side of the road.


• Wearing seat belts is compulsory and cell phones can only be used ‘hands free'.
• Speed limits are generally set at 120km on freeways, 100km on secondary roads and 60km in urban areas.
• Toll fees apply on certain national roads.
• Petrol stations are widespread.
• Most global car hire firms have branches in South Africa

Another means of getting around South Africa are luxury inter-city bus services such as Greyhound and Trans-Lux.
Metrobus buses are available for in-city transport. Metered taxis must be ordered by telephone. There is a hop-on-
hop-off bus in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Our rail system includes the long-haul, inexpensive ShosholozaMeyl Metrorail trains. More luxurious options are the
Blue Train, Premier Classe and the steam train Rovos Rail. There is also the new Gautrain rapid transit
railway system in Gauteng Province which links Johannesburg, Pretoria, Ekhuruleni and OR Tambo International
Airport.

Food, Drink and Cuisine Advice


Standards of hygiene in relation to food health and safety in South Africa, are generally high in hotels, restaurants,
pubs and nightspots. Tap water in South Africa is safe to drink and cook with when taken from taps in urban areas.
Not all tap water in rural areas is safe for consumption, so take precautions if necessary.

It is safe to eat fresh fruit, vegetables and salads, and put ice in your drinks. South Africa's fish, meat and chicken are
of excellent quality, so there is no need to limit yourself when enjoying the local cuisine.

Restaurants are subject to South Africa's food safety control legislation, which is implemented by local
government. Regulations include certification and regular inspections by health inspectors to ensure hygienic
standards are maintained.

Street food is not as common in South Africa as it is in other countries, although vendors selling traditional snacks
and meals can be found in city centres and townships. Food safety in such instances cannot always be guaranteed.

Climate and Weather


South African temperatures, which are measured in centigrade, average at highs of 28°C to average lows of 8°C in
the summer months while winter temperatures range from 1°C at night to around 18°C in the day. Average annual
rainfall is on the low side at under 500mm a year, making the country somewhat dry. Much of the rain falls in the
Western Cape in the winter, differing from the rest of the country, which experiences summer rainfall. On the plus
side, the South African climate boasts more than its fair share of sunshine, recording an average of 8.5 hours a day.

Clothing and Dress Recommendations


Summer

Bring clothes that are cool, light and comfortable because summer temperatures can get well into the 30 - 40 degree
Celsius range in some areas. Also bring an umbrella or raincoat during summer as this is when most of the country
gets its rain, but don't forget a swimming costume (bathing suit).

Winter

The winters are generally mild, comparing favourably with European summers. But there are days when
temperatures dive, especially in high-lying areas such as the Drakensberg, so be prepared with jerseys and
jackets. Cape Town gets its rain during the winter season so it’s advisable to bring rain gear along.
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General

Always bring a hat, sunglasses and sunblock as the sun can be strong even in the winter months.

Walking shoes are a good idea all year-round, with warm socks in the winter.

If you are doing business in the country, business attire (suit and tie) is generally called for in the corporate sector,
but media for example generally dress more casually.

For game viewing, a couple of neutral-toned items will be useful, but there's no need to go overboard. A good pair of
walking shoes is also advisable.

For the evening, if you are dining at an upmarket restaurant or seeing a show, smart-casual attire is recommended.

Electricity and Plug Standards


Current is 220/240 volts at 50 cycles per second. A three-point round-pin adapter plug should be brought for your
electrical appliances - such adapters are also available at major airports..

IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. All quotes are subject to availability of the hotels. No bookings are made at the time of quoting.
2. Confirmation of hotels/services are initiated only upon receiving the formal acceptance of quotes
3. Supplement charges may apply – where the quoted hotels are either not available / yielded contracted rates /
higher category rooms available
4. We recommend you issue flight tickets only after we have confirmed hotel availability, as you may have to
change the routing to suit hotel availability
5. South African visas may take 5-20 working days, please book early to secure bookings
6. All confirmed bookings are liable to cancellation terms for SA360 LH and Hotels
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