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South Africa & Botswana Multisport
Biking, Walking & Big Game Viewing on a Unique Active Safari
Experience the wonders of southern Africa in true Backroads style - biking and hiking through the wilds of South Africa and Botswana. Relish in the beauty of mountains, coastlines and unique flora, discover ancient Bushman rock art and journey on foot and by bike into the bush. Private open-topped Land Rovers and the continent's best rangers offer intimate close-ups of spectacular wildlife. Each day features multiple activity options, and private flights provide unique and convenient access to a wide diversity of African landscapes and many of Southern Africa's top lodges. Join us for the best Africa has to offer!
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• Bike among elephants in Botswana, zebras in the Cederbergs, and penguins on the Cape
• Chances to spot the Big Five
• Hike the dramatic but rarely visited Great Escarpment
• Enjoy private charter flights that smoothly connect diverse African landscapes
• Relax and rejuvenate at some of Africa's top lodges
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Days 1-2 Constantia
Meet in Cape Town. Hike along the base of Table Mountain, the city's cloud-draped landmark Explore the world-renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. Bike from Cape Point - with chances to spot ostriches, cape mountain zebras, baboons and rare African penguins - to incredibly scenic Chapman's Peak.
• Two nights at The Cellars-Hohenort. This historic Relais & Chateaux manor house in the Cape Winelands features comfortable guest rooms, two swimming pools, a tennis court, spa and stunning views of Table Mountain.
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Days 3-4 Cederberg Mountains
Mountain bike and walk through the Bushmans Kloof game reserve to view ancient Bushman rock art and perhaps spot eland, ostrich and bontebok. Relax at the hotel spa, taste local vintages in the wine cellar, or go hiking or canoeing.
• Two nights at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Retreat, set on an 18,000-acre reserve known for its ancient rock art sites and gorgeous landscape, this Relais & Chateaux retreat offers a lion's share of amenities.
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Days 5-6 Mashatu Game reserve
Fly on a private plane to Botswana's Mashatu, a remote game reserve teeming with wildlife, including all the big cats. Learn to track Africa's classic animals such as giraffe on a guided game walk Mountain bike along ancient elephant paths. Safari through the bush in open-topped Land Rovers.
• Two nights at the Mashatu Main Camp, Built around a waterhole amid one of southern Africa's largest elephant herds, this spectacularly remote luxury camp has spacious, authentically decorated suites, a swimming pool and atmospheric open-air dining.
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Days 7-8 Drakensburg Mountains & Days 9-11 Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Drakensburg Mountains: Return to South Africa via private plane. Explore a small Afrikaner pioneer town with a thriving artist community and shop for African crafts. From the Great Escarpment, take in stunning views of the wild bush below. Meet our friend Lotus, who welcomes us into his traditional Shangaan community.
Sabi Sands Game Reserve: Travel to Londolozi Private Game Reserve for exhilarating excursions into the bush - on foot and in Land Rovers - to view the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos), as well as other fascinating creatures like dung beetles and lilac-breasted rollers. Fly to Johannesburg.
• Two nights at Londolozi Private Game Reserve, a Relais & Chateaux farmhouse set amid 300 lush acres. Two nights at Londolozi Private Game Reserve, a Relais & Chateau property with luxurious chalets have private dipping pools and balconies.
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Dates: Mar 22-Apr 1, May 15-25, Jul 21-31, Aug 28-Sep 7, Oct 9-19, Dec 18-28
Length: 11 days/10 Nights
Level: 1 to 3
Cost: $6998
Single Supplement: $2460
Meals: All meals included.
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