2018 Nomad Dive Brochure by Nomad Adventure Tours

DIVE TOURS 2018

Panorama Route Kruger NP Johannesburg

Royal Natal NP

Mlilwane NP HluhluweUmfolozi NP Isimangaliso NP St Lucia

Durban Protea Banks Malealea Aliwal Shoal Margate Addo Elephant NP Coffee Bay Oudtshoorn Stellenbosch East London Tsitsikamma NP Port Elizabeth Knysna Cape Town Gansbaai

Aliwal Shoal

Cape Town

Garden Route

Kruger National Park

Protea Banks

Shark Cage Diving

CONTENTS

ABOUT NOMAD What does Nomad do?

How do Adventure Tours work?

Why Choose Nomad?

Vehicles & Equipment

SOUTHERN AFRICA DAYS

TOUR NAME

DEPARTURE CITY

COUNTRIES VISITED

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Cape Town Shark Adventure

Cape Town

South Africa

Sardine Run

East London

South Africa

Sharks

Durban

South Africa

Kruger & Sardine Run

Johannesburg

South Africa

Kruger & Sharks

Johannesburg

South Africa

Sharks & The Garden Route

Durban

South Africa

Dive Club Kruger & Sodwana Bay Escape

Johannesburg

South Africa, Swaziland

The Garden Route & Sardine Run

Cape Town

South Africa

Kruger, Swaziland & Sardine Run

Johannesburg

South Africa, Swaziland

Kruger, Swaziland & Sharks

Johannesburg

South Africa, Swaziland

Kruger, Sharks & Cape Town

Johannesburg

South Africa

Sharks & Sardine Run

Durban

South Africa

Kruger, Sardine Run & Cape Town

Johannesburg

South Africa

Sharks, Garden Route & Cape Town

Durban

South Africa

Groups Shark Tour

Johannesburg

South Africa, Swaziland

22-23

Cape Town, Garden Route & Sardine Run

Cape Town

South Africa

24-25

Kruger, Sharks & Sardine Run

Johannesburg

South Africa

26-27

The Garden Route, Lesotho & Sharks

Cape Town

South Africa, Lesotho

28-29

Cape Town, The Garden Route & Sharks

Cape Town

South Africa, Lesotho

30-31

2018 PRE & POST TOUR SERVICES RAND RACK RATES Accommodation Cape Town

Strand Tower Hotel

Bed & Breakfast

Single

R 1 640

Double/Twin

R 960

Cape Town

Fountains Hotel

Bed & Breakfast

Single

R 1 400

Double/Twin

R 840

Cape Town

Tsogo Cape Sun

Bed & Breakfast

Single

R 1 640

Double/Twin

R 1 030

Cape Town

Sunflower Stop Lodge

Room only

Single

R 1 100

Double/Twin

R 630

Durban

Garden Court South Beach Hotel

Bed & Breakfast

Single

R 940

Double/Twin

R 550

East London

Garden Court East London

Bed & Breakfast

Single

On request

Double/Twin

On request

Johannesburg

Belvedere Estate

Bed & Breakfast

Single

R 900

Double/Twin

R 645

Cape Town

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Hotel

1 client

R 410

Cape Town

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Hotel

2+ clients

R 330

Durban

Durban International Airport (DUR) to Hotel

Shuttle

R 190

East London

East London Airport (ELS) to Hotel

Shuttle

R 470

Johannesburg

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Belvedere Estate

Shuttle

R 320

Johannesburg

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Belvedere Estate

Private Transfer

R 580

Airport Transfers

Every effort has been made to ensure that all information on this price list is accurate and valid for the period 1 January 2018 until 31 December 2018. Nomad Adventure Tours & Holidays CC will however not be bound to any information / price that contains an inadvertent & / or obvious error. If a mistake occurs in any advertisement or if a price increase has occurred due to circumstances beyond the reasonable control of Nomad Adventure Tours & Holidays CC, we undertake to follow all reasonable steps to inform the client / customer of the correct details. It is also the client / customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibility to contact our offices to confirm the latest updated prices before making a reservation. Please note that the rate advertised for combo small group departures is based on both sections of the tour being small group.

WHAT DOES NOMAD DO?

Dear Divers of the World, For the past 7 years Nomad has successfully been running dive tours on a group basis. Due to the growth of the worldwide diving market and a rising demand we decided to launch a new range of scheduled diving tours in 2017. We took the best of our South African land based programs, which represent some of the finest wildlife experiences, and combined them with the pinnacle of diving in South Africa and, arguably the best apex predator diving in the world. This series contains a range of products spanning 4 to 25 days across 60 departures. To put it simply, guests have the chance to see the Big 5 in Kruger National Park and combine it with the top predators of the ocean. Tick a bucket list item on the sardine run, travel the renowned Garden Route and take in some whale watching at Hermanus before ending your trip face to face with a Great White Shark. Whether you are a diver looking to add some land adventures or a land lover who likes to dive, we are sure you will find a combination that ticks your boxes. 2017 was a fantastic Sharks and Sardine Run season with many unforgettable experiences had by many. Here’s hoping that 2018 delivers the same amazing adventures. Sea you on the road Alex Rutherford Founder and Owner TOURS AND SAFARIS

Day Tours

On Accommodated tours, you can expect 2 – 4 star twin /

Nomad also offers a carefully selected list of Day Tours in and

double accommodation and the majority of it is en-suite. In

around the major cities of Africa.

If you dream of having an authentic African adventure, a Nomad tour is one of the best ways to achieve it. We organize and plan everything for you, leaving you free to relax and really enjoy your African experience.

Fern Perry Nomad’s Dive Tours have been created and are overseen by Fern Perry. With over 25 years of international dive experience, Fern is a PADI Master Instructor and TDI Extended Range Instructor. South African born, Fern worked as a diving professional in multiple countries and owned and operated her own dive centre in Indonesia, before returning to South Africa to focus on the diving that she loves best. “South Africa has the most incredible diving that I have experienced anywhere in the world. No other place offers such a vast array of bigticket diving experiences. From dolphins to sharks, mantas and whales, you just never know what is about to swim past you. When you add Africa’s amazing land based highlights, there is just no other place to be.”

some places, we also make use of permanent safari tents which are considered “accommodation”. Single supplements

OTHER SERVICES

are compulsory if you are travelling on your own.

Group Packages

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation When starting or ending your tour, we always advise that you

Our experience and expertise throughout Africa allows us

arrive the day before your tour is set to depart and leave the

to be able to create unique group tours for any number of

day after your tour ends. We can recommend and book a

travellers. We regularly do this for both private individuals and

number of hotels for you.

dive clubs. From 2 to 5 star, we do it all.

Club Tours / Tailormade Nomad Dive has been successfully creating and running diving

Airport Transfers We will also organise your airport transfers for you if you would like us to get you to or from your hotel, before or after your tour.

safaris for international dive clubs since 2010. Our Nomad Tailormade holidays team are just the right people to speak to when planning your next African adventure. From FIT’s, to large groups of over 100 people, we can accommodate your request. You decide how long, where you want to go, the attractions you would like to visit and we will design your individual tour.

Whatever the weather.. We make it happen!

HOW DO ADVENTURE TOURS WORK?

Travelling with Nomad means friendship, fun and adventure plus the security that group travel brings. Our unrivalled experience in Africa also ensures your holiday is well planned to make the most of our spectacular continent. All Nomad adventures are ‘off the beaten track’ and the emphasis is on the journey, as well as the destination. Unexpected events are part of the package and often add to your real-Africa experience.

WHO SHOULD, AND DOES, GO ON NOMAD DIVE TOUR?

NON-DIVERS ON TOUR

In the past, groups tended to be very young as the majority of

highlights, both above and below the surface. South Africa

travellers to Africa were backpackers. As Africa has become

is a country of great beauty and much to offer, from the

a progressively more mainstream destination (Africa today is

quintessential African safari animals, to the majestic scenery,

far more accessible than 19 years ago) our guests have also

unique culture and traditional foods and drinks. Our dive tours

changed. 20 years ago the average age of our travellers was

include as much variety as possible and many activities in

around 23-27 years old and now we have anyone from 8-80

addition to diving. Diving days are structured for early morning

years of age, travelling with us.

dives, meaning that by lunch time non-divers are back with

The Best Guides

Nomad Dive Tours have been created to include many

the group and enjoying the land based aspects of the tour.

DIVE CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE LEVELS Diving in Africa ranges from gentle 5m dives with seals through to more challenging currents and 30m depths. Divers must be comfortable with conditions that include currents, swell, possibly rough boat journeys, negative entries and large species swimming up close and personal. For that reason Nomad Dive has set a minimum certification level of Advanced Open Water (or equivalent).

Non-divers can sit back and enjoy relaxing mornings on the beach or with a good book, or take advantage of optional activities whilst divers are out. If you have a diving partner or family member you don’t feel that you need to miss out on this trip and can come along knowing that there is something for

The Best Trucks

everyone.

WHAT’S INCLUDED, WHAT’S NOT, AND WHY? There are always extra activities that you can do, but at Nomad there are no hidden costs and you remain in control

WHAT TO EXPECT? The days usually start early and end late, although a lot of time is spent travelling, we do cram a lot into every day. An average day on tour begins around 6am and departure is after breakfast at around 7am. We lose approximately 5 hours of daylight in winter so it may happen that some optional activities are not available then. We usually take a lunch-break en-route and depending on the distance to be covered, afternoons are often spent relaxing or exploring the lay of the land. Our guides do all the cooking. However, you are welcome to ask the guides if you are keen to share your culinary skills with the group. The more you get involved, the better the group experience.

HOW TO DECIDE WHICH TOUR With so many tour options it can be hard to decide which tour suits you and when to travel. South Africa is blessed with year round diving. However some highlights are seasonal and you may want to consider what the best time of year is for your most desired species. Winter months see aggregating Raggies, Whales and predation and breaching of Great Whites. In summer months Hammerheads arrive in their thousands. Water temperatures range from as low as 14° in winter to 27° in summer. Visibility is often better during the cooler months but averages between 5-25m year around. You may have a specific amount of time available to you. Our tours run from 4-25 days so you should find one that suits you.

“Mighty lions, giant elephants, majestic rhinos, giraffes as tall as trees, monkeys swinging from branches, eagles and vultures circling through the skies, massive whale sharks, bull sharks, dolphins, schooling hammerheads and seeing mantas glide through the water are just some of the highlights of our South African dive tour! The Nomad team were incredible. The food was amazing, the travelling fun and well organised and our accommodations were always comfortable and clean. It was the trip of a lifetime and I would do it all over again. Thanks Nomad and Fern Perry for memories that will last me forever.” Vanessa Lill, Scotland

of your choices and finances. What’s included? Transport in our specialised vehicles, the services of two qualified guides, meals, accommodation, specified activities and most National Park fees.

What’s not included? Visas, vaccinations, items of a personal nature, alcohol, drinks, bottled water, snacks, activity packages and optional activities.

The Best Dive Sites

All of our diving itineraries include cylinder and weights. For those divers who do not have their own equipment, rental can be arranged. Each tour will state the equipment rental price for all dives on the tour. Please note that you will either need to have a full set of gear, or pay for the rental of a full set. Individual items are not rented independently.

WHAT IS THE ACTIVITY PACKAGE (AP) FOR? This is an optional additional payment that covers what we consider to be essential activities on our tours. Ideally, we would include all of these but not everyone can afford this. This payment is 100% transparent and is listed within the itinerary of the tour. If you cannot afford it, or do not want to

The Best Reputation

do the Activity Package, rest assured that your tour will remain uninterrupted and meals and the services of the guides will continue. All the itineraries in this brochure are written with the Activity Packages included. It is vitally important that you prebook and pre-pay your activity Package along with your tour as we cannot guarantee availability of the items, should you only book this with your guide on the morning of departure. “I enjoyed the South African Dive Tour as a non-diver. Some friends were going and convinced me it would be fun. I was concerned about how much time I would be on my own whilst the others were diving but this trip was incredible. The safari was amazing and there were animals everywhere in Kruger. The accommodation was also great. I was able to enjoy lazy mornings with my book on diving days and by lunch time the group would be back and we could all have fun together. I would recommend this trip to anyone wanting to join a diving or family member. You will not be disappointed even though you stay dry.” Diane Somerton, Australia

The Best Operations

WHY CHOOSE NOMAD?

Choosing the right adventure company is important. It can mean the difference between the trip of a lifetime or a tour that doesn’t meet your expectations. Adventure companies are not all the same.

WHY CHOOSE NOMAD?

NOMAD THE COMPANY

Tour Operations

Nomad’s story began over 21 years ago when Alex

Our Reputation

Our dedicated operations team of unique individuals have

The best endorsement we have for our tours is the feedback

over 80 years of combined experience and ensure that our

we get from our satisfied clients. Due to our consistently high

guides, vehicles and equipment function together seamlessly.

quality of service and product, various international travel

Our team also ensures the best routes are chosen and

organisations have appointed us as their preferred operator.

provide unbeatable backup whenever problems occur. With

Rutherford, owner of Nomad, undertook a transAfrica. A niche was noticed between strictly budget tours and the more upmarket operations. It was on that trip that the founding principle of Nomad was formed: Do it better and do it for less. “In those days we had one truck, 2 employees and one departure a month. Over the years we’ve grown to a fleet of around 55 vehicles, 150 staff and 70 scheduled departures a month all over Africa. Our success rests on consistently maintaining high standards in all aspects of our operation, while still retaining the magic and passion that saw us grow so successfully.” ALEX RUTHERFORD

all of this history and infrastructure behind us, Nomad runs Nomad – Market Leaders

great tours – balancing safety and reliability with fun and

Nomad is one of the largest adventure tour companies in

adventure.

Africa, with a long and productive history in the industry. Over 115,000 clients

NOMAD – THE TOURS

More than 37 million kilometers covered.

Tour Choices

Averaging 3 million kilometers and over 850 tours a year –

We offer the best variety of dive tours throughout Southern

our experience is unrivalled.

Africa. We have over 19 dive tour options available for you.

More than 11,550 tours run to date Dive tours since 2010

Tour Prices

No one invests more than we do into guides, trucks,

There are no hidden costs in our tour prices. When you

equipment or infrastructure.

compare our prices, including any Activity Packages or local payments, Nomad is always the best value for money.

Vehicles and Equipment Nomad has the newest and most modern fleet of vehicles

Tour Durations

around. Trucks are renewed on a regular basis. Our 55

Nomad Dive offers tours ranging from 4 to 25 days in

adventure vehicles are amongst the finest ever built for this

duration. This means that we cater to people with all types

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

purpose. They are designed with safety in mind and we run a

of requirements and will have something for everyone, no

Nomad lives and breathes its mission statement.

state-of-the-art workshop according to the highest standards.

matter what your constraints are.

To this end, Nomad introduced 10 new trucks in 2017 and will

Quality of product & value for money Responsibility & accountability Fun & adventure Integrity & honesty Service Excellence & efficiency Employment & opportunity Nomad Dive: Fern has attained extensive experience in both technical and recreational diving throughout the world. Together with Nomad Dive she has created tours that she believes any diver would love. Nomad works with exceptional diving operators and focuses on safety, high equipment standards and experienced dive guides. We have selected what we believe to be the best dives that South Africa has to offer, and those that will give you the best chance of seeing as many of the larger species of Africa as possible.

continue the fleet renewal for 2018 with the introduction of 5

Tour Dates

brand new custom built 4x4 vehicles.

Most dive tours run every month. Our availability means that there will almost certainly be a date suitable for you to

Nomad Guides guides of the tour. It is with this in mind that we recruit, train

Departures

and manage our guides. Nomad guides are known across

Dive Tours have a minimum of 4 clients required to confirm

Africa as great leaders, chefs and drivers. All Nomad dive

the tour. Fortunately, it is very rare that Nomad has to cancel

tours will have a highly experienced dive guide on board.

bookings. Feel free to enquire about passengers booked

This dive instructor will be available to you to resolve gear

when enquiring on any date.

problems, diving challenges and help with any in water problems. They will provide full dive briefings at each

Maximum Passengers

diving destination and a debrief with species and log book

Unlike a lot of competitors, all of our routes except the

information.

Cape to Vic Falls camping tour and sections (maximum of

In addition to your on board guide, each dive will be

24 clients), have a maximum of 20 clients only. Our Luxury

accompanied by at least one further guide provided by the dive operator. This person will know the dive site intimately as well as current conditions.

WHERE IS NOMAD? Is your tour departing in Cape Town? Would you like to book a tour, ask questions or just say hello? 39 Corner Castle & Burg Street Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Tel: +27 (0) 21 426 5445 | Fax: +27 (0) 21 422 1175 nomad@nomadtours.co.za | www.nomadtours.co.za

Cape Town Office

travel on.

The success or failure of any tour depends heavily on the

Adventure Tours have a maximum of 12 clients.

VEHICLES & EQUIPMENT

The trucks on tour are a major component of all adventure tours. These tours are road trips and incorporate long drives, bumpy roads and possible mechanical problems, also, digging your truck out of mud is sometimes considered a highlight. Nomad’s custom built adventure trucks are fully stocked before every tour, insuring the vehicle is ready for an epic adventure. Nomad vehicles are amongst some of the finest on the road however do not forget the nature of an adventure tour, it is not a city to city coach liner trip and there is no air-conditioning or toilets on the truck. Chat to your fellow travellers, play cards and enjoy the journey, not just the destination. Using your time on the road wisely will make the hours tick by faster.

Large Shady Awning

Individual USB Ports

OUR EQUIPMENT Within the parts of the truck that are accessible to guests, we have:

Shade Net & Large Windows

Tables

selection of books (fiction & field guides), games and A recreational gear Individual lockers for your backpacks (±35cm sq,80cm deep) A 98 litre cooler box A table at the front of the truck for board or card games Charging facilities for cameras, batteries etc Freezers which are used by the cook to ensure that the food that he has catered for you stays fresh and cold Overhead shelving can be used to store items that you’d like super quick access to Individual seats with seat belts and ample leg room A safe for your valuables USB Ports PA System Window shade net Within the body of the truck that is closed up during your time on the road we have: Canvas camping chairs restle tables and table cloths for you to enjoy your dinner around T in the evening 2.5 x 2.5 meter canvas tents Foam mattresses Kettles, pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and everything including the kitchen sink! We also carry gas burners to prepare our meals as well as braai / bbq equipment for the fire S afety equipment for example first aid kits, fire extinguishers, 200 litre water tank and tyre changing equipment

CAPE TOWN SHARK ADVENTURE Countries visited: South Africa

4 DAYS

R 7 650 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R4650

7 Gilled Cow Shark & Cape Fur Seals dives Red Bus City Tour Table Mountain cable car Great White cage dive Robben Island Tour

“For most of history, man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century he is beginning to realise that, in order to survive, he must protect it” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED

Day 1 - Cape Town and Robben Island Tour This morning you will arrive into Cape Town Interntional Airport and transfer to your accommodation to settle in for your 4 day city stay. The afternoon, you will board the ferry to the famous Robben Island, the location of the prison that Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on. Day 2 - Cape Fur Seal and 7 Gilled Cow Shark Dives After breakfast, you will be collected by a transfer and transferred to Simon’s Town, located on the Cape peninsular and the launch site for diving with Cape Fur Seals and the 7 Gilled Cow Sharks. After a briefing you board the boat and head out for your two dives of the day, one with the ever playful Cape Fur Seals and another with the 7 Gilled Cow Shark. Day 3 - Cape Town City Tour, Table Mountain The best way to experience the city of Cape Town is on the classic ‘Red Bus’ that guides visitors around the city with full information and allows for you to jump on and off as you please. This morning you will join the Red Bus tour at the stop nearest to your hotel and enjoy the highlights of Cape Town. Jump off the bus at the iconic Table Mountain and go up the cable car to experience the impressive views of the city and beyond. Stop in Constantia and sample the marvelous Cape wines. Take the day to explore the city and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant town.

Sevengill Shark Dive

Day 4 - Gansbaai Great White Sharks This morning you have an early pick up and transfer to the town of Gansbaai, the gateway to Great White diving in South Africa. Upon arrival in Gansbaai you will also be briefed for your cage diving adventure, before you experience the awe-inspiring Great White Shark up close and personal. When not in the cage you can view these incredible animals from the viewing deck on the top of the boat. On return to land we will enjoy a light lunch before making your way back to the city. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Gansbaai

Tour Code: NADCC Tour Price Diver: R 7 650 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 6 550 Single Supp: R 1 780 Activity Package: R 4 650 Equipment Rental: N/A

GENERAL Meals: Bx3 / Lx2 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Cape Town End: Cape Town

Cape Town

Cape Fur Seal

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22-Jan-18 25-Jan-18 28-Jan-18 19-Feb-18 25-Feb-18 08-Mar-18 02-Apr-18 05-Apr-18 08-Apr-18 30-Apr-18 06-May-18 17-May-18 11-Jun-18 14-Jun-18 17-Jun-18

06-Jul-18 12-Jul-18 23-Jul-18 17-Aug-18 23-Aug-18 01-Oct-18 26-Oct-18 01-Nov-18 10-Dec-18

09-Jul-18 15-Jul-18 26-Jul-18 20-Aug-18 26-Aug-18 04-Oct-18 29-Oct-18 04-Nov-18 13-Dec-18

Did you know? Cape fur seals are endemic to South Africa. They are found as far as north as the southern tip of Angola, with colonies occurring all along the coastlines of Namibia and South Africa, up to Algoa Bay near Port Elizabeth Robben Island

SARDINE RUN Countries visited: South Africa

7 DAYS

R 43 950 Fun Fact! The Wild Coast if one of the few places you’ll see cattle chewing the cud on the beach.

“From birth, man carries the weight of gravity on his shoulders. He is bolted to earth. But man has only to sink beneath the surface and he is free.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED

Day 1 - East London to Coffee Bay Leaving the city of East London behind, we travel north along the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape to the small town of Coffee Bay, our launch site for the famous Sardine Run. After settling into your hotel you will have the chance to explore this stunning area and visit the iconic “Hole In The Wall”. This evening you will have a full briefing on the operating of the Sardine Run adventure over the next few days. Day 2/3/4/5/6 - Sardine Run The annual Great Sardine Run is a natural phenomenon that usually occurs during the months of June and July, when massive schools of sardines migrate from the colder waters around the Cape to the warmer waters of Kwa-Zulu Natal to give birth to their offspring. Once they’ve laid their eggs, they return to the Cape, closely followed by thousands of dolphins, birds, fish of prey, whales and sharks. The ocean awakes and the thrill is simply indescribable. After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to Mapusi, the most spectacular, idyllic river mouth from where we launch our boat. On the banks of this river, divers get ready for the launch. In the meantime our plane has taken off and done a good fly over in search of animal activity. The skipper and the pilot are in constant radio contact whereby the boat gets directed to the best action on hand. Sardine Run Action consists not only of silver fish but more so of activities such as whales, dolphins, sharks and gannets. Wherever there is something happening the boat will go.

Bottle Nose Dolphin

Each day we will launch (weather permitting) and spend a full day out at sea to give you the best chance of action. We return by early to late afternoon each day when you will get a chance to rest, relax, hike the area and charge those all important cameras. Day 7 - Coffee Bay to East London Today we will retrace our steps from Coffee Bay back to the town of East London, where your tour comes to an end upon arrival at the East London airport. Please ensure you book your flights for as late as possible in the afternoon.

Humpback Whale

Tour Code: NAEE Tour Price Diver: R 43 950 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 39 050 Single Supp: N/A Activity Package: N/A Equipment Rental: N/A

GENERAL Meals: Bx6 / Lx6 / Dx6 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: East London End: East London

Hole in the Wall

Waiting for the act ion Bait Ball

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Did you know? The Hole in the Wall is a rocky archway set just off the Wild Coast, south of Coffee Bay in the Eastern Cape. The little holiday village close by shares the same name. This landmark was created millions of years ago through the restless action of waves against sandstone and shale.

Sharks

SHARKS Countries visited: South Africa

7 DAYS

R 25 750 R3500

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive

“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

Day 1 - Durban to Margate Leaving the city of Durban behind us we make our way south along the dolphin coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal. About 2 hours out of Durban is the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving. We arrive at the Dive House and settle in for our stay. This afternoon we will check all dive equipment, ensure the correct gear is allocated and have a dive briefing for the following days. Day 2/3/4 - Protea Banks Diving Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. During these three days you will also be offered a baited shark dive. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swim-throughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay. This dive takes place in open water, hanging in the blue whilst possible Tiger, Bull, Hammerhead and Oceanic BlackTip sharks come in to investigate the scent trail around us. A full safety briefing and training session is included and this is a breathtaking experience.

Oceanic Black Tip Shark

Day 5/6 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Each morning we will travel the hour from our Dive House in Margate to the launch site for Aliwal Shoal. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait. Day 7 - Durban We travel this morning to the Durban airport where our tour ends upon arrival at the King Shaka International Airport.

ACCOMMODATED

This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Hawksbill Turtle

Tour Code: NADD Tour Price Diver: R 25 750 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 20 850 Single Supp: R 4 620 Activity Package: R 3 500 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL Meals: Bx6 / Lx6 / Dx5 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Durban End: Durban

Aliwal Shoal

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18-Jan-18 15-Feb-18 29-Mar-18 26-Apr-18 07-Jun-18 05-Jul-18 16-Aug-18 25-Oct-18 03-Jan-19

Ragged Tooth Shark

Did you know? In 1839, a 3 mast vessel called the “ Aliwal “ almost collided with the shoal, giving the shoal it’s now famous name. Lying 3 - 5 km’s off sore, Aliwal Shoal was first dived in the 1950’s. Honeycomb Moray Eel

KRUGER & SARDINE RUN Countries visited: South Africa

11 DAYS

R 53 300 R2000

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

4x4 Game drive in Kruger NP Sundowner drive Morning guided bush walk

“The reason I love the sea I cannot explain - it’s physical. When you dive you begin to feel like an angel. It’s a liberation of your weight.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NAJE Tour Price Diver: R 53 300 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 48 400 Single Supp: R 1 250 Activity Package: R 2 000 Equipment Rental: N/A

GENERAL Meals: Bx9 / Lx8 / Dx9 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: East London

Day 3 - Kruger National Park – Panorama Route This morning we re-enter the Kruger National Park and spend the morning on a game drive in our Nomad truck. After our game drive, we exit the park and journey along the scenic Panorama Route where we will visit God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels. We return to camp in the early evening for dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Honeycomb Moray Eel

Kruger National Park

Day 6/7/8/9/10 - Sardine Run The annual Great Sardine Run is a natural phenomenon that usually occurs during the months of June and July, when massive schools of sardines migrate from the colder waters around the Cape to the warmer waters of Kwa-Zulu Natal to give birth to their offspring. Once they’ve laid their eggs, they return to the Cape, closely followed by thousands of dolphins, birds, fish of prey, whales and sharks. The ocean awakes and the thrill is simply indescribable. Each day we will launch (weather permitting) and spend a full day out at sea to give you the best chance of action. We return by early to late afternoon each day when you will get a chance to rest, relax, hike the area and charge those all important cameras. Each evening we have a sumptuous buffet and bar for tales of the day just past. Day 11 - Coffee Bay to East London Today we will retrace our steps from Coffee Bay back to the town of East London, where your tour comes to an end upon arrival at the East London airport. Please ensure you book your flights for as late as possible in the afternoon.

Bottle Nose Dolphin

This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Panorama Route

NAJE

START

FINISH

02-Jul-18 12-Jul-18 09-Jul-18 19-Jul-18

Game viewing

Sardine Run

KRUGER & SHARKS Countries visited: South Africa

11 DAYS

R 35 100 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R5500

Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive 4x4 Game drive in Kruger NP Sundowner drive Morning guided bush walk

“No aquarium, no tan in a marine land, however spacious it may be, can begin to duplicate the conditions of the sea. And no dolphin who inhabits one of those aquariums or one of those marine lands can be considered normal.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NADJD Tour Price Diver: R 35 100 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 30 200 Single Supp: R 5 850 Activity Package: R 5 500 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL

Day 1 - Johannesburg to Kruger National Park Leaving the city of Johannesburg behind us we make our way east through the coalfields of Mpumalanga. Our journey today follows in the footsteps of the old trade-routes to the Lowveld and the Kruger National Park. We set up camp at our base for the next three nights and enjoy a sundowner drive before being treated to some local dancing and dinner around the campfire tonight. Day 2 - Kruger National Park This morning we enter the Kruger National Park for a full-day of game viewing. Our activity package offers you the opportunity to explore the park in open game viewing vehicles, giving you access to areas our truck can’t always go. Day 3 - Kruger National Park – Panorama Route This morning we re-enter the Kruger National Park and spend the morning on a game drive in our Nomad truck. After our game drive, we exit the park and journey along the scenic Panorama Route where we will visit God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels. We return to camp in the early evening for dinner and a well-deserved rest. Day 4 - Kruger National Park to Johannesburg As is customary when on safari, we rise early this morning to enjoy a guided bush walk. Being in the bush on foot offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the smaller details of this great wilderness area. We arrive at Belvedere Estate in the late afternoon and all travellers are invited to join us for a traditional meal tonight, this can be booked with your guide on the day before arrival. Many great tales are shared and tonight presents an opportunity to join fellow travellers in celebrating the many wonders of African travel. Day 5 - Durban to Margate This morning we will fly from Johannesburg to the coastal city of Durban where we will meet our new Nomad truck and crew. Leaving the city of Durban behind us we make our way south along the dolphin coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal. About 2 hours out of Durban is the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving. We arrive at the Dive House and settle in for our stay. This afternoon we will check all dive equipment, ensure the correct gear is allocated and have a dive briefing for the following days.

Kruger National Park

Day 6/7/8 - Protea Banks Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. During these three days you will also be offered a baited shark dive. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swim-throughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay. This dive takes place in open water, hanging in the blue whilst possible Tiger, Bull, Hammerhead and Oceanic BlackTip sharks come in to investigate the scent trail around us. A full safety briefing and training session is included and this is a breathtaking experience. Day 9/10 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Each morning we will travel the hour from our Dive House in Margate to the launch site for Aliwal Shoal. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait.

Meals: Bx9 / Lx8 / Dx8 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: Durban

Aliwal Shoal

Oceanic Black Tip Shark

Day 11 - Durban We travel this morning to the Durban airport where our tour ends upon arrival at the King Shaka International Airport. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Panorama Route

NADJD German translated on the Kruger NP section

START

FINISH

08-Jan-18 05-Feb-18 19-Mar-18 16-Apr-18 28-May-18 25-Jun-18 06-Aug-18 15-Oct-18 24-Dec-18

18-Jan-18 15-Feb-18 29-Mar-18 26-Apr-18 07-Jun-18 05-Jul-18 16-Aug-18 25-Oct-18 03-Jan-19

Game drive

Hammerhead Shark

SHARKS & THE GARDEN ROUTE Countries visited: South Africa

13 DAYS

R 39 000 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R4290

Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive Cape Town cultural tour Cheese & wine tasting Cango Caves basic tour

“In the deep space of the sea I have found my moon.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NADGR Tour Price Diver: R 39 000 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 34 100 Single Supp: R 4 680 Activity Package: R 4 290 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

Ragged Tooth Shark

Day 7 - Margate to Durban to Port Elizabeth (Greater Addo Elephant National Park area) We travel this morning to Durban airport where we will board our flight south to the coastal town of Port Elizabeth. The Addo Elephant National Park is the third largest national park in South Africa and home to over 600 elephant, lion, buffalo, black rhino, spotted hyena, leopard and a variety of antelope. Day 8 - Tsitsikamma National Park Setting out early this morning we game drive through the Addo National Park before turning west to Tsitsikamma, where the wonders of the Garden Route await. We make a brief visit to the surfing mecca of Jeffreys Bay, most famous for its waves this little town is also home to a small Surfing Museum.

Addo Elephant National Park

Day 9 - Tsitsikamma National Park Tsitsikamma National Park is one of South Africa’s premier marine reserves and this morning we set out to explore the rugged coastline on foot. Our hike along the Waterfall Trail sees us cover the first section of the world renowned Otter Trail, this is not an easy hike and those who prefer a more leisurely option can make use of the boardwalks to the Storms River Mouth. Day 10 - Heart of the Garden Route The Garden Route is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, forest walks and an exciting menu of optional adventures. While our morning is set aside for an exploration of Nature’s Valley, this beautiful village offers us a chance to enjoy a hike or simply relax on the pristine beach in this paradise. Today offers a number of optional activities and your guide will assist you with a plan to get the most out the day.

GENERAL Meals: Bx12 / Lx9 / Dx9 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Durban End: Cape Town

Day 11 - Oudtshoorn This morning the adventurous can join a number of optional activities on offer in the resort town of Plettenberg Bay, the winter months (July to November) offer some of the finest W hale watching. This afternoon we cross the Outeniqua Mountains as we wind our way to the Klein Karoo, we end the day with a visit to the impressive formations of the Cango Caves, we join a guided tour as we venture underground into this sprawling network of limestone caves.

Garden Route

Day 12 - Oudtshoorn to Paarl Our first stop this morning is an ostrich farm where we undertake a guided tour to learn more about the world’s largest birds. Travelling through the valley of the Klein Karoo, we follow the winding tarmac of Route 62. Day 13 - Cape Town Cape Town is not only set in one of the most scenic parts of South Africa, but offers a wide variety of attractions and highlights. We will gain a unique insight into the city when we join a local guide for a Cultural Tour. We sample some of the fine Cape wines and spend some time exploring the town of Stellenbosch. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

NADGR German translated on the Garden Route section

START 12-Jan-18 09-Feb-18 23-Mar-18 20-Apr-18 01-Jun-18 29-Jun-18 10-Aug-18 19-Oct-18 28-Dec-18

Potato Grouper

FINISH 24-Jan-18 21-Feb-18 04-Apr-18 02-May-18 13-Jun-18 11-Jul-18 22-Aug-18 31-Oct-18 09-Jan-19

Did you know? Addo (as the locals call it) is home to the Big Seven. This includes the Big Five of elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard, rhino plus great white sharks and shouthern right whales. Tiger Shark

DIVE CLUB KRUGER & SODWANA BAY ESCAPE

14 DAYS

Countries visited: South Africa

R 32 950 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R4220

Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive Hlane afternoon game drive Hlane morning game drive

Day 1 - Johannesburg to Greater Kruger National Park Area Leaving the city of Johannesburg, we travel along the Panorama Route, visiting the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world and the view is dominated by the Three Rondavels, huge rocky outcrops at the end of the canyon. Day 2 - Moholoholo Wildlife Centre – Kruger National Park Area Our day begins with a visit to the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, where injured animals are rehabilitated so they can be released back in to the wild. After a full tour of the Moholoholo facility we travel toward the world famous Kruger National Park area. Day 3 - Kruger National Park The day will be spent in open 4x4 vehicles in order to truly appreciate the Kruger. Your 4x4 vehicles will be driven by specialist Kruger guides and by using these smaller vehicles we have a better chance of viewing the wildlife.

“The best way to observe a fish is to become a fish.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

Whale Shark

Day 4 - Kruger National Park to Hlane National Park Today we head south and cross the border into Swaziland, entering the Hlane Royal National Park, a huge nature reserve, home to lion, elephant and white rhino and this afternoon we will have the opportunity to enjoy a game drive in open vehicles through Hlane. Day 5/6/7 - Sodwana Bay After an early morning game drive we leave Hlane, cross the border back into South Africa and enter iSimangaliso Wetland Park. The following two days will be spent diving a selection of the Sodwana Bay dive sites, including 2 Mile and 7 Mile.

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NAJSS Tour Price Diver: R 32 950 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 29 950 Single Supp: R 5 400 Activity Package: R 4 220 Equipment Rental: R 2 880

GENERAL Meals: Bx13 / Lx12 / Dx12 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: Durban

2 MILE: This is the largest reef at Sodwana Bay and has the most extensive beds of beautiful coral of all types. Most often seen here, White-tipped and Grey Reef sharks. One of the highlights is Anton’s Reef, at the most southern tip of 2-Mile, its sheer walls, which create vortex in the slight current, attracts shoals of schooling fish, such as snappers, flame goat fish, coachmen and also king fish. A spectacular dive and a photographers dream. 7 MILE: This area is a favorite hunting ground of the Trumpet Fish and here we observe all his different hunting techniques. A slow drift takes us along the edge of the wall leading onto the Amphitheatre, where Plate and Table Corals dominate the reef scape. Continuing with the slow drift we then arrive at Lionfish Cave, named after the Devil Firefish (or Lionfish) that often hide inside there. Occasionally a turtle will be found sleeping in this cave as well.

Kruger National Park

Day 8 - Protea Banks This morning we bid farewell to Sodwana Bay and travel via Durban to the beachside resort of Shelley Beach, which is our launching point for the infamous Protea Banks. We will spend the next 3 days enjoying multiple dives. Day 9/10/11 - Protea Banks Diving Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to explore caves, swim-throughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay, taking place in open water. Day 12/13 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and Tiger Sharks investigating the bait.

Hammerhead Shark

Day 14 - Durban Today we depart early and travel to the Durban International Airport where our tour ends upon arrival. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Aliwal Shoal

NAJSS

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Tour dates are tailored to your requirements.

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2 Mile is the largest reef at Sodwana Bay, approximately 1.9km long and 900m wide and hosts up to 30 different dive sites. 2 Mile has the most extensive beds of beautiful coral of all types and white-tipped and grey reef sharks are most often seen.

Sodwana Bay

THE GARDEN ROUTE & SARDINE RUN Countries visited: South Africa

14 DAYS

R 57 200 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R790

Cape Town cultural tour Cheese & wine tasting Cango Caves basic tour

Day 1 - Cultural Cape Town – Stellenbosch This morning we spend or time experiencing some of the rich historical and cultural highlights of Cape Town, those who have opted for the activity package will join a local tour operator for an insight into the life and history of the people living in the Cape. Enriched by our experiences we travel north to the winelands to enjoy a sampling of some fine Cape wines. Our final stop this afternoon is the historic town of Stellenbosch where we will have some time to explore the town on foot. Day 2 - Oudtshoorn Crossing the Hottentots-Holland Mountains, we set out for the Klein Karoo and our overnight stop in Oudtshoorn. We follow the scenic Route 62 today, stopping to experience one of the many farm stalls on the way. On arrival in Oudtshoorn this afternoon we will visit an ostrich farm to learn about these fascinating birds.

“Ocean is more ancient than the mountains, and freighted with the memories and the dreams of time” – H.P Lovecraft

Day 3 - Heart of Garden Route Our morning starts with a guided tour of the famous Cango Caves, we can only marvel at the astonishing formations that have formed in these impressive limestone caves. Returning above ground we make our way over the Outeniqua Mountains and descend to the beautiful Garden route coastline below.

Bottle Nose Dolphin

Day 4 - Tsitsikamma The Garden Route is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, forest walks and an exciting menu of optional adventures. While our morning is set aside for some relaxation on the beaches of Plettenberg Bay, today offers a number of optional activities and your guide will assist you to get the most out the day.

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NACE Tour Price Diver: R 57 200 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 52 300 Single Supp: R 1 670 Activity Package: R 790 Equipment Rental: N/A

GENERAL

Day 5 - Tsitsikamma Tsitsikamma National Park is one of South Africa’s premier marine reserves and this morning we set out to explore the rugged coastline on foot. Our hike along the Waterfall Trail sees us cover the first section of the world renowned Otter Trail. Day 6 - Addo Elephant National Park This morning we set out for the Eastern Cape and the Addo National Park. We make a stop this morning in the surfing mecca of Jeffrey’s Bay, famous for its waves, catch a quick wave or simply enjoy a cup of coffee overlooking these famous waves. This afternoon we will make our first visit to seek the elephants after which Addo is named.

Addo Elephant National Park

Day 7 - Addo Elephant Park to Port Elizabeth With no large predators to endanger us, we make a relaxed start to the day. Our guide will lead us for a bush walk this morning as we enjoy the natural surrounds. This afternoon you will be transferred to Port Elizabeth, where we will have the afternoon to relax. Day 8 - Port Elizabeth to Coffee Bay This morning we will depart Port Elizabeth and fly to the town of East London, where you will meet your crew upon arrival at East London airport. We travel north along the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape to the small town of Coffee Bay, our launch site for the famous Sardine Run. After settling into your hotel you will have the chance to explore this stunning area and visit the iconic “Hole In The Wall”.

Meals: Bx12 / Lx9 / Dx10 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Cape Town End: East London

Day 9/10/11/12/13 - Sardine Run The annual Great Sardine Run is a natural phenomenon that usually occurs during the months of June and July, when massive schools of sardines migrate from the colder waters around the Cape to the warmer waters of Kwa-Zulu Natal to give birth to their offspring. Once they’ve laid their eggs, they return to the Cape, closely followed by thousands of dolphins, birds, fish of prey, whales and sharks. The ocean awakes and the thrill is simply indescribable. Each day we will launch (weather permitting) and spend a full day out at sea to give you the best chance of action.

Bait Ball

Day 14 - Coffee Bay to East London Today we will retrace our steps from Coffee Bay back to the town of East London, where your tour comes to an end upon arrival at the East London airport. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Garden Route

NACE

START

FINISH

29-Jun-18 12-Jul-18

Did you know? Definetely one of Africa’s natural wonders, the Cango Caves is situated just outside of Oudtshoorn. The chambers contain a marvellous fantasia of weirdly sculpted, multi coloured stalagmites and stalactites. Humpback Whale

KRUGER, SWAZILAND & SARDINE RUN Countries visited: South Africa, Swaziland

14 DAYS

R 59 200 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R2000

4x4 Game drive in Kruger NP Hluhluwe game drive St Lucia boat cruise

“Perhaps the time has come to formulate a moral code which would govern our relations with the great creatures of the sea as well as with those on dr land. That this will come to pass is my dear wish.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NAJSE Tour Price Diver: R 59 200 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 54 300 Single Supp: R 1 640 Activity Package: R 2 000 Equipment Rental: N/A

GENERAL

Day 1 - Greater Kruger National Park Leaving the city of Johannesburg, we make our way east through the coalfields of Mpumalanga towards the Kruger National Park. This afternoon there will be an opportunity to join an optional sundowner drive. Day 2 - Kruger National Park Rising early, we enter the Kruger National Park to enjoy a full-day of game viewing. The abundance of wildlife presents us with opportunities for excellent sightings and the Kruger is also home to the famed members of Africa’s Big-5. Our activity package offers the added excitement of experiencing the park from an open-sided 4x4 vehicle. Day 3 - Kruger National Park While those who elect to do the optional morning walk will have an earlier start, we set out a little later today and travel the short distance to the Panorama Route visiting the highlights of Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the Three Rondavels and God’s Window before returning to camp in the late afternoon.

Swazi Nation

Day 4 - Swaziland to Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary We start the day early with some traditional coffee and rusks before setting off through Kruger on our way to Swaziland. We exit the southern end of the park and travel the short distance to Swaziland border, our route this afternoon winds through the mountains and forests of this landlocked kingdom. Day 5 - Isimangaliso, Greater St Lucia Situated in the Ezulwini Valley, which translates to “valley of heaven”, the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is Swaziland’s oldest reserve and covers 4,560 hectares. As the reserve has no large predators we will enjoy a morning hiking amongst the game the roams the plains. This evening we are treated to a cultural experience where we will learn more of the Zulu traditions and language. Day 6 - Hluhluwe – Imfolozi Game Reserve We set out early this morning for a game drive in the nearby Hluhulwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, one of the last strongholds of the endangered Rhinoceros. The reserve has played a critical role in the preservation of these endangered animals, both black and white rhinoceros occur in the park and many populations owe their ongoing existence to animals that have been raised here. Returning to our lodging for a siesta, we freshen up for an afternoon boat cruise on the St Lucia estuary.

Sardine Run

Day 7 - Durban Durban has long been the favourite holiday destination for South Africans, the golden mile with its warm seas and safe swimming beaches attracts visitors throughout the year. Day 8 - Durban to Coffee Bay This morning we will be transferred to King Shaka International Airport and board our flight for East London. Upon arrival, we travel north along the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape to the small town of Coffee Bay, our launch site for the famous Sardine Run. After settling into your hotel you will have the chance to explore this stunning area and visit the iconic “Hole In The Wall”.

Meals: Bx12 / Lx9 / Dx12 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: East London

St Lucia

Day 14 - Coffee Bay to East London Today we will retrace our steps from Coffee Bay back to the town of East London, where your tour comes to an end upon arrival at the East London airport. Please ensure you book your flights for as late as possible in the afternoon. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

NAJSE

START

FINISH

29-Jun-18 12-Jul-18

Did you know? The sharks and dolphins round up a large number of sardines and form what is know as a bait ball. Once the bail ball is formed, the sharks and dolphins swim through that ball until not one sardine is left. They are often joined by jannets, which dive froma dizzy height.

Kruger National Park

Sardine Run

KRUGER, SWAZILAND & SHARKS Countries visited: South Africa, Swaziland

14 DAYS

R 41 000 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R5500

4x4 Game drive in Kruger NP Hluhluwe game drive St Lucia boat cruise Aliwal Shoal baited dive Protea Banks baited dive

“We forget that the water cycle and the life cycle are one.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NAJSD Tour Price Diver: R 41 000 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 36 100 Single Supp: R 6 150 Activity Package: R 5 500 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL

Day 1 - Greater Kruger National Park Leaving the city of Johannesburg, we make our way east through the coalfields of Mpumalanga. Our journey today follows in the footsteps of the old trade-routes to the Lowveld and the Kruger National Park. This afternoon there will be an opportunity to join an optional sundowner drive. Day 2 - Kruger National Park Rising early we enter the Kruger National Park to enjoy a full-day of game viewing. The abundance of wildlife presents us with opportunities for excellent sightings and the Kruger is also home to the famed members of Africa’s Big-5. Our activity package offers the added excitement of experiencing the park from an open-sided 4x4 vehicle. This evening there is a second opportunity for the optional sundowner drive. Day 3 - Kruger National Park While those who elect to do the optional morning walk will have an earlier start, we set out a little later today and travel the short distance to the Panorama Route. Strung along the escarpment that divides the central plateau and low-lying bushveld of the Kruger, the sights of the Panorama route offer us a day of scenic delights including Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the Three Rondavels and God’s Window.

Panorama Route

Day 4 - Swaziland to Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary We start the day early with some traditional coffee and rusks before setting off through Kruger on our way to Swaziland. We exit the southern end of the park and travel the short distance to the Swaziland border, our route this afternoon winds through the mountains and forests of this landlocked kingdom. Day 5 - Isimangaliso, Greater St Lucia Situated in the Ezulwini Valley, which translates to “valley of heaven”, the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is Swaziland’s oldest reserve and covers 4,560 hectares. This afternoon we continue south into the reaches of Zululand, once the realm of the mighty King Shaka who united the Zulu clans. This evening we are treated to a cultural experience where we will learn more of the Zulu traditions and language. Day 6 - Hluhluwe – Imfolozi Game Reserve We set out early this morning for a game drive in the nearby Hluhulwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, one of the last strongholds of the endangered rhinoceros. While rhinoceros are the most famous of the parks inhabitants, the park also provides a home to many other species, including the Big-5 that we all hope to see. Returning to our lodging for a siesta, we freshen up for an afternoon boat cruise on St Lucia estuary.

Protea Banks

Day 7 - Durban Durban has long been the favourite holiday destination for South Africans, the golden mile with its warm seas and safe swimming beaches attracts visitors throughout the year. This afternoon we have time to spend on the beaches of the golden mile. Day 8 - Durban to Margate Leaving the city of Durban behind us we make our way south along the dolphin coast of KwaZulu Natal. About 2 hours out of Durban is the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving.

Meals: Bx12 / Lx9 / Dx11 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: Durban

Day 9/10/11 - Protea Banks Diving Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swim-throughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay, which takes place in open water.

Kruger National Park

Day 12/13 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait. Day 14 - Durban We travel this morning to the Durban airport where our tour ends upon arrival at the King Shaka International Airport. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

NAJSD German translated on the Kruger & Swaziland section

START

FINISH

05-Jan-18 02-Feb-18 16-Mar-18 13-Apr-18 25-May-18 22-Jun-18 03-Aug-18 12-Oct-18 21-Dec-18

18-Jan-18 15-Feb-18 29-Mar-18 26-Apr-18 07-Jun-18 05-Jul-18 16-Aug-18 25-Oct-18 03-Jan-19

Diving

Ragged Tooth Shark

KRUGER, SHARKS & CAPE TOWN 14 DAYS Countries visited: South Africa

R 42 750 R10150

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

4x4 Game drive in Kruger NP Sundowner drive Morning guided bush walk Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive 7 Gilled Cow Shark & Cape Fur Seals dives Red Bus City Tour Table Mountain cable car Great White cage dive Robben Island Tour

“Water and air, the two essential fluids on which all life depends, have become global garbage cans.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NAJSC Tour Price Diver: R 42 750 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 36 750 Single Supp: R 7 450 Activity Package: R 10 150 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL

Day 1 - Johannesburg to Kruger National Park Leaving the city of Johannesburg, we make our way east through the coalfields of Mpumalanga. Our journey today follows in the footsteps of the old trade-routes to the Lowveld and the Kruger National Park. We set up camp at our base for the next three nights and enjoy a sundowner drive before being treated to some local dancing and dinner around the campfire tonight. Day 2 - Kruger National Park This morning we enter the Kruger National Park for a full-day of game viewing. Our activity package offers you the opportunity to explore the park in open game viewing vehicles, giving you access to areas our truck can’t always go. Day 3 - Kruger National Park – Panorama Route This morning we re-enter the Kruger National Park and spend the morning on a game drive in our Nomad truck. After our game drive, we exit the park and journey along the scenic Panorama Route where we will visit God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels.

Bull Shark

Cape Town

Day 9/10 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait. Day 11 - Durban to Cape Town Today you will arrive into Cape Town International Airport and transfer to your accommodation to settle in for your 4 day city stay. This afternoon, you board the ferry to the famous Robben Island, the location of the prison that Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on.

Meals: Bx12 / Lx10 / Dx8 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: Cape Town

Day 12 - Cape Fur Seal and 7 Gilled Cow Shark Dives After an early transfer, you will arrive in Simon’s Town and the launch site for the two d ives of the day, one with the ever playful Cape Fur Seals and another with the 7 Gilled Cow Shark.

Cape Fur Seal

Day 13 - Cape Town City Tour The best way to experience the city of Cape Town is on the classic ‘Red Bus’ that guides visitors around the city with full information and allows for you to jump on and off as you please. Take the day to explore the city and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant town. Day 14 - Gansbaai Great Whites It is an early start to the day for your transfer to the town of Gansbaai. Today you will experience the awe-inspiring Great White Shark, up close and personal, as each person gets the opportunity to spend some time in the cage. On return to land we will enjoy a light lunch before making your way back to the city. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

NAJSC

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08-Jan-18 05-Feb-18 19-Mar-18 16-Apr-18 28-May-18 25-Jun-18 06-Aug-18 15-Oct-18 24-Dec-18

21-Jan-18 18-Feb-18 01-Apr-18 29-Apr-18 10-Jun-18 08-Jul-18 19-Aug-18 28-Oct-18 06-Jan-19

Did you know?

The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is nearly a century old? Before then, the only way up the mountain was by foot and only the most adventurous. On 4 October 1929, after two years of difficult and dangerous work, the first Cable Car chugged its way to the top.

One of the oldest traditions in Cape Town is still startling visitors at midday - every day. An old cannon at the top of Signal Hill is fired off, sending a resounding boom around the CBD. It was originally meant to announce approaching ships, to let traders know it was time to haul their wares to the harbour.

Kruger National Park

Shark

SHARKS & SARDINE RUN Countries visited: South Africa

14 DAYS

R 69 700 R3500

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive

“If human civilization is going to invade the waters of the earth, then let it be first of all to carry a message of respect.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NADE Tour Price Diver: R 69 700 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 59 900 Single Supp: R 4 890 Activity Package: R 3 500 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL

Day 1 - Durban to Margate Leaving the city of Durban behind us we make our way south along the dolphin coast of KwaZulu Natal. About 2 hours out of Durban is the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving. This afternoon we will check all dive equipment, ensure the correct gear is allocated and have a dive briefing for the following days. Day 2/3/4 - Protea Banks Diving Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. During these three days you will also be offered a baited shark dive. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swim-throughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay. Day 5/6 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait. Day 7 - Durban Durban has long been the favourite holiday destination for South Africans, the golden mile with its warm seas and safe swimming beaches attracts visitors throughout the year. This afternoon we have time to spend on the beaches of the golden mile. Day 8 - East London to Coffee Bay This morning we will be transferred to King Shaka International airport, boarding our flight to East London. Leaving the city of East London behind, we travel north along the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape to the small town of Coffee Bay, our launch site for the famous Sardine Run. After settling into your hotel you will have the chance to explore this stunning area and visit the iconic “Hole In The Wall”. Day 9/10/11/12/13 - Sardine Run The annual Great Sardine Run is a natural phenomenon that usually occurs during the months of June and July, when massive schools of sardines migrate from the colder waters around the Cape to the warmer waters of Kwa-Zulu Natal to give birth to their offspring. Once they’ve laid their eggs, they return to the Cape, closely followed by thousands of dolphins, birds, fish of prey, whales and sharks. The ocean awakes and the thrill is simply indescribable. Each day we will launch (weather permitting) and spend a full day out at sea to give you the best chance of action.

Oceanic Black Tip Shark

Meals: Bx12 / Lx12 / Dx11 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Durban End: East London

This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Swimming with giants NADE

Bottle Nose Dolphin

START

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29-Jun-18 12-Jul-18

Potato Grouper

Ragged Tooth Shark

Did you know? Cathedral is a very popular dive for the Ragged Tooth Shark enthusiast. During the “Raggie” season it is possible to see up to 40 of these placid sharks resting within the amphitheater. A fantastic photo opportunity! During the summer months look out for hammerheads above and see the stingrays that take up residence when the Raggies depart.

Sailfish

KRUGER, SARDINE RUN & CAPE TOWN Countries visited: South Africa

14 DAYS

R 60 950 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R6650

7 Gilled Cow Shark & Cape Fur Seals dives Red Bus City Tour Table Mountain cable car Great White cage dive Robben Island Tour 4x4 Game drive in Kruger NP Sundowner drive Morning guided bush walk

“To restate an old law - when a man bites a fish, that’s good, but when a fish bites a man, that’s bad. This is one way of saying it’s all right if man kills an animal, but if an animal attacks man, the act is reprehensible.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NADJE Tour Price Diver: R 60 950 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 54 950 Single Supp: R 2 920 Activity Package: R 6 650 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

Diving

Great White Shark

Day 11 - Coffee Bay to East London to Cape Town Today we will retrace our steps from Coffee Bay back to the town of East London, where you will board your flight to Cape Town. After settling into your hotel, you will make your way to the V&A Waterfront where you will board the ferry to the famous Robben Island, the location of the prison that Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on.

GENERAL Meals: Bx12 / Lx10 / Dx9 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: Cape Town

Day 12 - Cape Fur Seal and 7 Gilled Cow Shark Dives After breakfast, you will be transferred to Simon’s Town for diving with the ever playful Cape Fur Seals and another with the 7 Gilled Cow Shark. After your two dives and lunch at the dive center you will be transferred back into the city.

Hole in the Wall

Day 13 - Cape Town City Tour The best way to experience the city of Cape Town is on the classic ‘Red Bus’ that guides visitors around the city with full information and allows for you to jump on and off as you please. Take the day to explore the city and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant town. Day 14 - Gansbaai Great Whites Today it is an early start for your transfer to Gansbaai. Today you will experience the awe-inspiring Great White Shark, up close and personal, as each person gets the opportunity to spend some time in the cage. On return to land we will enjoy a light lunch before making your way back to the city. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

NADJE German translated on the Kruger NP section

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FINISH

02-Jul-18 15-Jul-18 09-Jul-18 23-Jul-18

Kruger National Park

Did you know? The hiking-hotspot Lion’s Head was not named so because it looked like a lion. The story goes that during the 17th century Dutch settlers once called Signal Hill Leeuwen Staart. The two peaks together, Lion’s Head and Signal Hill, was thought to be suggestive of a crouching lion, and hence the other peak was called Lion’s Head.

Sardine Run

SHARKS, GARDEN ROUTE & CAPE TOWN Countries visited: South Africa

17 DAYS

R 46 650 ACTIVITY PACKAGE

R8940

Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive 7 Gilled Cow Shark & Cape Fur Seals dives Red Bus City Tour Table Mountain cable car Great White cage dive Robben Island Tour Cape Town cultural tour Cheese & wine tasting Cango Caves basic tour

“The sea, the great unifier, is man’s only hope. Now, as never before, the old phrase has a literal meaning: we are all in the same boat.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NADPC Tour Price Diver: R 46 650 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 40 650 Single Supp: R 7 850 Activity Package: R 8 940 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL

Day 1 - Durban to Margate We depart Durban and head to the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving. We arrive at the Dive House and settle in for our stay. Day 2/3/4 - Protea Banks Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay. Day 5/6 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. Day 7/8 - Port Elizabeth - Addo Elephant National Park – Tsitsikamma National Park An early morning sees us travel to Durban where we will board our flight to Port Elizabeth. On day 8, we enjoy a game drive through the national park in search of the animals that call Addo home. Then it is on to Tsitsikamma, where the wonders of the Garden Route await. Day 9 - Tsitsikamma National Park Tsitsikamma National Park is one of South Africa’s premier marine reserves and this morning we set out to explore the rugged coastline on foot. Our hike along the Waterfall Trail sees us cover the first section of the world renowned Otter Trail. Day 10 - Heart of the Garden Route The Garden Route is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, forest walks and an exciting menu of optional adventures. While our morning is set aside for an exploration of Nature’s Valley, this beautiful village offers us a chance to enjoy a hike or simply relax on the pristine beach in this paradise. Day 11 - Oudtshoorn After a morning at leisure, we cross the Outeniqua Mountains in the afternoon as we wind our way to the Klein Karoo, ending the day with a visit to the impressive formations of the Cango Caves.

Oceanic Black Tip Shark

Day 12 - Oudtshoorn to Paarl Our first stop this morning is an ostrich farm where we enjoy a guide tour to learn more about the world’s largest birds. Travelling through the valley of the Klein Karoo, we follow the winding tarmac of Route 62. Day 13 - Cape Town Cape Town is not only set in one of the most scenic parts of South Africa, but offers a wide variety of attractions and highlights. We will gain a unique insight into the city when we join a local guide for a Cultural Tour. We Sample some of the fine Cape wines and spend some time exploring the town of Stellenbosch. Day 14 - Robben Island Tour After a leisurely morning, you will hop on the hotel shuttle service to the V&A Waterfront where you will board the ferry to the famous Robben Island, the location of the prison that Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on.

Meals: Bx15 / Lx11 / Dx9 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Durban End: Cape Town

Cape Town

Day 15 - Cape Fur Seal and 7 Gilled Cow Shark Dives An early morning transfer will take you to Simon’s Town, the launch site for the dives with the ever playful Cape Fur Seals and the 7 Gilled Cow Sharks. After your two dives and lunch at the dive center your transfer will take you back into the city.

Garden Route

Day 16 - Cape Town City Tour The best way to experience the city of Cape Town is on the classic ‘Red Bus’ that guides visitors around the city with full information and allows for you to jump on and off as you please. Day 17 - Gansbaai Great Whites This morning you will have an early pick up and transfer to the town of Gansbaai, the gateway to Great White diving in South Africa. Today you will experience the awe-inspiring Great White Shark, up close and personal, as each person gets the opportunity to spend some time in the cage. On return to land we will enjoy a light lunch before making your way back to the city. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

NADPC German translated on the Garden Route section

START 12-Jan-18 09-Feb-18 23-Mar-18 20-Apr-18 01-Jun-18 29-Jun-18 10-Aug-18 19-Oct-18 28-Dec-18

FINISH 28-Jan-18 25-Feb-18 08-Apr-18 06-May-18 17-Jun-18 15-Jul-18 26-Aug-18 04-Nov-18 13-Jan-19

Shark Cage Diving

Did you know? South Africa is one of only three countries in the world offering baited shark dives. Using a baiting technique that closely resembles the shark’s natural feedinb habit, African Dive Adventures lets divers as well as snorkelers and nondivers share in the experience

Tiger Shark

GROUPS SHARK TOUR Countries visited: South Africa, Swaziland

17 DAYS

R 32 950 R8870

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

Hlane afternoon game drive Hlane morning game drive Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive 7 Gilled Cow Shark & Cape Fur Seals dives Red Bus City Tour Table Mountain cable car Great White cage dive Robben Island Tour

“I said that the oceans were sick but they’re not going to die. There is no death possible in the oceans there will always be life - but they’re getting sicker every year.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

Day 1 - Johannesburg to Kruger National Park Leaving the city of Johannesburg behind, we travel along the Panorama Route, one of South Africa’s most scenic drives, where we will visit the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world and the view is dominated by the Three Rondavels, huge rocky outcrops at the end of the canyon. Day 2 - Kruger National Park Our day begins with a visit to the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, where injured animals are rehabilitated so they can be released back in to the wild. After a full tour of the Moholoholo facility we travel toward the world famous Kruger National Park area. Day 3 - Kruger National Park The day will be spent in open 4x4 vehicles in order to truly appreciate the Kruger. Your 4x4 vehicles will be driven by specialist Kruger guides and by using these smaller vehicles we have a better chance of viewing the wildlife. The whole morning will be spent driving, at midday we will stop at one of the well-appointed camps where lunch can be purchased, before the afternoon game drive that will bring us back to the our camp. Day 4 - Hlane National Park, Swaziland Today we head south and cross the border into Swaziland, entering the Hlane Royal National Park, a huge nature reserve, home to lion, elephant and white rhino. We will camp near a water hole where game can be seen coming to water and have an option to be entertained around the fire that evening by traditional dancers. This afternoon, we will participate in the afternoon Hlane open vehicle game drive. Day 5/6/7 - Sodwana Bay After an early morning optional game drive we leave Hlane, cross the border back into South Africa and enter iSimangaliso Wetland Park. The following two days will be spent diving a selection of the Sodwana Bay dive sites. Key Dive Sites of Sodwana Bay 2 MILE: This is the largest reef at Sodwana Bay and has the most extensive beds of beautiful coral of all types. All the different sharks are occasionally seen here, with White-tipped and Grey Reef sharks seen most often. One of the highlights and favorite dive sites is Anton’s Reef at the most southern tip of 2-Mile, which has sheer walls which create vortex in the slight current which attracts shoals of schooling fish, such as snappers, flame goat fish, coachmen and also king fish.

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NADGJD Tour Price Diver: R 32 950 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 27 950 Single Supp: R 7 050 Activity Package: R 8 870 Equipment Rental: R 2 880

GENERAL Meals: Bx16 / Lx14 / Dx12 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: Cape Town

7 MILE: We normally drop in on Northern Wall, where there are beautiful structures of sand stone with corals and sponges growing all over. Huge shoals of Blue banded Snappers and Goatfish are there to greet us. This area is a favorite hunting ground of the Trumpet Fish, and all his different hunting techniques are observed. A slow drift along the edge of the wall leads onto the Amphitheatre, gorgeous Plate and Table Corals dominate the reefscape. Continuing with the slow drift we then arrive at Lionfish Cave, named after the Devil Firefish (or Lionfish) that often hide inside there and occasionally a turtle will be found sleeping in this cave as well. Day 8/9/10/11 - Protea Banks Passing through Durban, South Africa’s largest port and a popular surf destination we reach the small beachside resort of Shelley Beach, launch point for the infamous Protea Banks, our diving destination for the next 4 days. Over the next days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swimthroughs and tunnels. Day 12/13 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and Tiger Sharks investigating the bait.

NADGJD Tour dates are tailored to your requirements.

Day 14 - Cape Town After our early morning flight, we will arrive into Cape Town International Airport and transfer to your accommodation to settle in for your 4 day city stay. After a shuttle to the V&A Waterfront you will board the ferry to the famous Robben Island, the location of the prison that Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on. Day 15 - Cape Fur Seal and 7 Gilled Cow Shark Dives After breakfast, you will be transferred to Simon’s Town, located on the Cape peninsular and the launch site for diving with Cape Fur Seals and the 7 Gilled Cow Sharks. After a dive briefing you will board the boat and head out for your two dives of the day, one with the ever playful Cape Fur Seals and another with the 7 Gilled Cow Shark. Kelp Forest Dive One of our more popular kelp forest sites is at Pyramid Rock where we have a good possibility of encountering the Sevengill shark, which is also called the Cow shark or Broadnose Sevengill. The maximum depth is only 12 meters making it ideal for beginner and junior divers to join. The shallow depths and picturesque environment makes this the ideal environment for photographers aiming to capture these sharks in their natural habitat. The Cow sharks aggregate in the shallow channel between Pyramid Rock and the shore and their curious and inquisitive nature means there is no baiting involved and we rely solely on a specific area where these animals are known to aggregate. Aside from the main attraction, the kelp forest is a beautiful environment to explore. Cape Fur Seal Dive The Cape Fur Seal dive is a super fun and interactive dive and one of the signature dives that Cape Town has offered for more than two decades. The seals are very playful and love to show their acrobatic skills to divers. These seals are used to divers and are not shy at all, they will often jump in the water in large numbers to come and investigate and play with divers. We dive at Partridge Point, an exposed haul-out spot for seals. There are times when the water can be rough at the site due to waves or currents. A shallow section of the reef, known as the amphitheater, is the best spot to interact with the Seals. The deeper sections of the reef offer beautiful marine life, swim-throughs and large sea fans.

Hawksbill Sea Turtle

Panorama Route

Day 16 - Cape Town City Tour The best way to experience the city of Cape Town is on the classic ‘Red Bus’ that guides visitors around the city with full information and allows for you to jump on and off as you please. This morning you will join the Red Bus tour at the stop nearest to your hotel and enjoy the highlights of Cape Town. Jump off the bus at the iconic Table Mountain and go up the cable car to experience the impressive views of the city and beyond. Stop in Constantia and sample the marvelous Cape wines. Take the day to explore the city and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant town. Day 17 - Gansbaai Great Whites This morning you will have an early pick up and transfer to the town of Gansbaai, the gateway to Great White diving in South Africa. Today you will experience the awe-inspiring Great White Shark, up close and personal, as each person gets the opportunity to spend some time in the cage. When not in the cage you can view these incredible animals from the viewing deck on the top of the boat. On return to land we will enjoy a light lunch before making your way back to the city.

Cape Fur Seal

This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Kruger National Park

Up close and personal

Hammerhead Shark

CAPE TOWN, GARDEN ROUTE & SARDINE RUN

18 DAYS

Countries visited: South Africa

R 64 850 R5440

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

7 Gilled Cow Shark & Cape Fur Seals dives Red Bus City Tour Table Mountain cable car Great White cage dive Robben Island Tour Cape Town cultural tour Cheese & wine tasting Cango Caves basic tour

“There is about as much educational benefit to be gained in studying dolphins in captivity as there would be studying mankind by only observing prisoners held in solitary confinement.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NACGE Tour Price Diver: R 64 850 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 59 950 Single Supp: R 3 350 Activity Package: R 5 440 Equipment Rental: N/A

GENERAL Meals: Bx15 / Lx11 / Dx10 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Cape Town End: East London

Day 1 - Cape Town arrival and Robben Island Tour This morning you will arrive into Cape Town International Airport and transfer to your accommodation to settle in for your 4 day city stay. At midday you will hop on the hotel shuttle service to the V&A Waterfront where you will board the ferry to the famous Robben Island, the location of the prison that Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on. Day 2 - Cape Fur Seal and 7 Gilled Cow Shark Dives After breakfast, you will be collected by a transfer and transferred to Simon’s Town, located on the Cape peninsular and the launch site for diving with Cape Fur Seals and the 7 Gilled Cow Sharks. After your two dives and lunch at the dive center your transfer will take you back into the city. Day 3 - Cape Town City Tour The best way to experience the city of Cape Town is on the classic ‘Red Bus’ that guides visitors around the city with full information and allows for you to jump on and off as you please. This morning you will join the Red Bus tour at the stop nearest to your hotel and enjoy the highlights of Cape Town. Jump off the bus at the iconic Table Mountain and go up the cable car to experience the impressive views of the city and beyond. Stop in Constantia and sample the marvelous Cape wines. Take the day to explore the city and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant town. Day 4 - Gansbaai Great Whites This morning you will have an early pick up and transfer to the town of Gansbaai, the gateway to Great White diving in South Africa. Today you will experience the awe-inspiring Great White Shark, up close and personal, as each person gets the opportunity to spend some time in the cage. When not in the cage you can view these incredible animals from the viewing deck on the top of the boat. On return to land we will enjoy a light lunch before making your way back to the city. Day 5 - Cultural Cape Town – Stellenbosch Set at the south-western corner of the African continent, Cape Town is scenically located at the foot of Table Mountain. This morning we spend our time experiencing some of the rich historical and cultural highlights of the city, those who have opted for the activity package will join a local tour operator for an insight into the life and history of the people living in the Cape. Enriched by our experiences we travel north to the winelands to enjoy a sampling of some fine Cape wines. Our final stop this afternoon is the historic town of Stellenbosch where we will have some time to explore the town on foot. We end this busy day with a dinner out after checking-in to our hotel this evening. Day 6 - Route 62 – Oudtshoorn Crossing the Hottentots-Holland Mountains this morning we set out for the Klein Karoo and our overnight stop in Oudtshoorn. We follow the scenic Route 62 today, stopping to experience one of the many farm stalls on the way. One of the more quirky highlights today is Ronnie’s Sex Shop, not a sex shop at all, but a rather interesting country pub! On arrival in Oudtshoorn this afternoon we will visit an Ostrich Farm to learn about these fascinating birds. Day 7 - Heart of Garden Route Our morning starts with a guided tour of the famous Cango Caves, we can only marvel at the astonishing formations that have formed in these impressive limestone caves. Returning above ground we make our way over the Outeniqua Mountains and descend to the beautiful Garden route coastline below. In the coming days we spend time hiking, relaxing at the beach and sampling the many optional activities available. Day 8 - Tsitsikamma The Garden Route is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, forest walks and an exciting menu of optional adventures. While our morning is set aside for some relaxation on the beaches of Plettenberg Bay, today offers a number of optional activities and your guide will assist you to get the most out the day. This afternoon we have the opportunity to visit the hidden gem of Nature’s Valley, this beautiful village offers us a chance to enjoy a hike or simply relax on the pristine beach in this little paradise. In order to make the most of this day, the truck will run a set schedule and you are free to join or leave at the places that interest you.

NACGE

START

FINISH

25-Jun-18 12-Jul-18

Day 9 - Tsitsikamma Tsitsikamma National Park is one of South Africa’s premier marine reserves and this morning we set out to explore the rugged coastline on foot. Our hike along the Waterfall Trail sees us cover the first section of the world renowned Otter Trail, this is not an easy hike and those who prefer a more leisurely option can make use of the boardwalks to the Storms River Mouth. For the adventurous the Waterfall Trail offers a spectacular winding path that follows the rocky coastline, an out and back trial we stop for a refreshing swim at the base of an icy Waterfall. For those who wish to get a birds-eye view of the magnificent forests an optional zip line tour through the canopy is offered this afternoon. Day 10 - Addo Elephant National Park This morning we set out for the Eastern Cape and the Addo National Park. We make a stop this morning in the surfing mecca of Jeffrey’s Bay, famous for its waves you have the opportunity to visit the small surfing museum, catch a quick wave or simply enjoy a cup of coffee overlooking these famous waves. This afternoon we will make our first visit to seek the elephants after which Addo is named.

Addo Elephant National Park

Day 11 - Addo Elephant Park to Port Elizabeth With no large predators to endanger us, we make a relaxed start to the day. Our guide will lead us for a bush walk this morning as we enjoy the natural surrounds. This afternoon you will be transferred to Port Elizabeth, where we will have the afternoon to relax. Day 12 - Port Elizabeth to Coffee Bay This morning we will depart Port Elizabeth and fly to the town of East London, where you will meet your crew upon arrival at East London airport. Leaving the city of East London behind, we travel north along the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape to the small town of Coffee Bay, our launch site for the famous Sardine Run. After settling into your hotel you will have the chance to explore this stunning area and visit the iconic “Hole In The Wall”. This evening you will have a full briefing on the operating of the Sardine Run adventure over the next few days. Day 13/14/15/16/17 - Sardine Run The annual Great Sardine Run is a natural phenomenon that usually occurs during the months of June and July, when massive schools of sardines migrate from the colder waters around the Cape to the warmer waters of Kwa-Zulu Natal to give birth to their offspring. Once they’ve laid their eggs, they return to the Cape, closely followed by thousands of dolphins, birds, fish of prey, whales and sharks. The ocean awakes and the thrill is simply indescribable. Each day we will launch (weather permitting) and spend a full day out at sea to give you the best chance of action.

Dolphins

Day 18 - Coffee Bay to East London Today we will retrace our steps from Coffee Bay back to the town of East London, where your tour comes to an end upon arrival at the East London airport. Please ensure you book your flights for as late as possible in the afternoon. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Great White Shark

Hole in the Wall

The Mot her C it y

Whales

B loukrans B ungee

KRUGER, SHARKS & SARDINE RUN Countries visited: South Africa

R 79 050 R5500

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive 4x4 Game drive in Kruger NP Sundowner drive Morning guided bush walk

“I saw a man at the beach screaming, “help, shark, help!” I laughed because I knew the shark wasn’t going to help him” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NAJDE Tour Price Diver: R 79 050 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 74 150 Single Supp: R 6 200 Activity Package: R 5 500 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL Meals: Bx15 / Lx14 / Dx14 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Johannesburg End: East London

Day 4 - Kruger National Park to Johannesburg As is customary when on safari, we rise early this morning to enjoy a guided bush walk. Being in the bush on foot offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the smaller details of this great wilderness area. We arrive at Belvedere Estate in the late afternoon and all travellers are invited to join us for a traditional meal tonight, this can be booked with your guide on the day before arrival. Day 5 - Durban to Margate This morning we will fly from Johannesburg to the coastal town of Durban where we will meet our new crew. Leaving the city of Durban behind us we make our way south along the dolphin coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal. About 2 hours out of Durban is the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving. We arrive at the Dive House and settle in for our stay. This afternoon we will check all dive equipment, ensure the correct gear is allocated and have a dive briefing for the following days. Day 6/7/8 - Protea Banks Diving Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. During these three days you will also be offered a baited shark dive. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swim-throughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay. This dive takes place in open water, hanging in the blue whilst possible Tiger, Bull, Hammerhead and Oceanic Black-Tip sharks come in to investigate the scent trail around us. A full safety briefing and training session is included and this is a breathtaking experience. Day 9/10 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Each morning we will travel the hour from our Dive House in Margate to the launch site for Aliwal Shoal. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait. Key Dive Sites CATHEDRAL: A very popular dive for the Ragged Tooth Shark enthusiast. During the “Raggie” season it is possible to see up to 40 of these placid sharks resting within the amphitheater. During the summer months look out for hammerheads above and see the stingrays that take up residence when the Raggies depart. RAGGIES CAVE: As its name suggests this is the best place to view the Ragged Tooth Sharks during the shark season. Entry into the cave is not permitted when the sharks are here but there is an excellent viewing area at the entrance where divers can safely kneel and watch the sharks’ activities. OUTSIDE EDGE: This is the dive site for viewing the big stuff, and it is always a good idea to keep an eye out at midwater where schools of hammerheads, game fish or the odd tiger shark may be found. EELSKINS: This dive site is superb example of the fossilized rock formations. Situated near the southwestern tip of the reef there are lots of clusters of reef with plenty of sand gullies and lovely swim-through. Many cowries can be found here and as the gullies offer shelter from the currents you will often find Raggies during the season and lots of shoaling tropical fish.

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25-Jun-18 12-Jul-18

18 DAYS

NORTH EASTERN PINNACLES: A very easy and gentle dive site for open water divers and beginners. Lots of potholes forming sheltered nurseries for small fish. Many anemones and clown fish are to be found here as well as octopus. You may see some large potato bass sheltering from the current.  NORTH SANDS AND SOUTH SANDS: These two large sand patches are an ideal location for students to practice their skills and for divers to descend and pause to adjust buoyancy before exploring the reef. An ideal pace to find sand sharks and often groups of dolphins can be found playing and rubbing themselves on the sand. Truly an amazing sight! MANTA POINT: Lots of nooks and crannies where crayfish and cleaner shrimp hide. Good area to find rays of all varieties especially Manta Rays during the season. Day 11 - Durban Durban has long been the favourite holiday destination for South Africans, the golden mile with its warm seas and safe swimming beaches attracts visitors throughout the year. This afternoon we have time to spend on the beaches of the golden mile.

Aliwal Shoal

Day 12 - East London to Coffee Bay This morning we will be transferred to King Shaka International airport, boarding our flight to East London. Leaving the city of East London behind, we travel north along the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape to the small town of Coffee Bay, our launch site for the famous Sardine Run. After settling into your hotel you will have the chance to explore this stunning area and visit the iconic “Hole In The Wall”. This evening you will have a full briefing on the operating of the Sardine Run adventure over the next few days. Day 13/14/15/16/17 - Sardine Run The annual Great Sardine Run is a natural phenomenon that usually occurs during the months of June and July, when massive schools of sardines migrate from the colder waters around the Cape to the warmer waters of Kwa-Zulu Natal to give birth to their offspring. Once they’ve laid their eggs, they return to the Cape, closely followed by thousands of dolphins, birds, fish of prey, whales and sharks. The ocean awakes and the thrill is simply indescribable. Each day we will launch (weather permitting) and spend a full day out at sea to give you the best chance of action. We return by early to late afternoon each day when you will get a chance to rest, relax, hike the area and charge those all important cameras.

Kruger National Park

THE SARDINE BAIT BALL The sharks and dolphins round up a large number of sardines and form what is known as a bait ball. Once the bait ball is formed, the sharks and dolphins swim through that ball until not one sardine is left. They are often joined by gannets, which dive from a dizzy height and use their wings to actually swim further down in pursuit of a sardine. Then comes a Brydes Whale from the depth and like a Front End Loader scoops thousands of sardines into its gullet. As divers, we first approach the situation carefully and watch from the boat what is going on. Then we slide into the water and watch the incredible scene from a depth of approximately 5-7m. Such a Bait Ball can last from a few minutes, to half an hour, or even longer. When it is over its back on the boat and off to the next group of sardines. This can go on for hours or even the whole day with a short lunch break in between. Day 18 - Coffee Bay to East London Today we will retrace our steps from Coffee Bay back to the town of East London, where your tour comes to an end upon arrival at the East London airport. Please ensure you book your flights for as late as possible in the afternoon.

Ragged Tooth Shark

This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Sardine Run

I sp y wit h my big eye

Tiger Shark

THE GARDEN ROUTE, LESOTHO & SHARKS

21 DAYS

Countries visited: South Africa, Lesotho

R 46 000 R4650

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

Cape Town cultural tour Cheese & wine tasting Cango Caves basic tour Graaff Reinet historical tour Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive

“The future is in the hands of those who explore… and from all the beauty they discover while crossing perpetually receding frontiers, they develop for nature and for humankind an infinite love.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NADCD Tour Price Diver: R 46 000 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 41 100 Single Supp: R 6 980 Activity Package: R 4 650 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL Meals: Bx18 / Lx8 / Dx8 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Cape Town End: Durban

Day 1 - Cultural Cape Town – Stellenbosch This morning we spend or time experiencing some of the rich historical and cultural highlights of the city, those who have opted for the activity package will join a local tour operator for an insight into the life and history of the people living in the Cape. Enriched by our experiences we travel north to the winelands to enjoy a sampling of some fine Cape wines. Our final stop this afternoon is the historic town of Stellenbosch where we will have some time to explore the town on foot. Day 2 - Oudtshoorn Crossing the Hottentots-Holland Mountains this morning we set out for the Klein Karoo and our overnight stop in Oudtshoorn. We follow the scenic Route 62 today, stopping to experience one of the many farm stalls on the way. On arrival in Oudtshoorn this afternoon we will visit an Ostrich Farm to learn about these fascinating birds. Day 3 - Heart of Garden Route Our morning starts with a guided tour of the famous Cango Caves, we can only marvel at the astonishing formations that have formed in these impressive limestone caves. Returning above ground we make our way over the Outeniqua Mountains and descend to the beautiful Garden route coastline below. In the coming days we spend time hiking, relaxing at the beach and sampling the many optional activities available. Day 4 - Tsitsikamma The Garden Route is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, forest walks and an exciting menu of optional adventures. While our morning is set aside for some relaxation on the beaches of Plettenberg Bay, today offers a number of optional activities and your guide will assist you to get the most out the day. This afternoon we have the opportunity to visit the hidden gem of Nature’s Valley, this beautiful village offers us a chance to enjoy a hike or simply relax on the pristine beach in this little paradise. Day 5 - Tsitsikamma Tsitsikamma National Park is one of South Africa’s premier marine reserves and this morning we set out to explore the rugged coastline on foot. Our hike along the Waterfall Trail sees us cover the first section of the world renowned Otter Trail. For the adventurous the Waterfall Trail offers a spectacular winding path that follows the rocky coastline, an out and back trial we stop for a refreshing swim at the base of an icy Waterfall. For those who wish to get a birds-eye view of the magnificent forests an optional zip line tour through the canopy is offered this afternoon. Day 6 - Addo Elephant National Park This morning we set out for the Eastern Cape and the Addo National Park. We make a stop this morning in the surfing mecca of Jeffrey’s Bay, famous for its waves you have the opportunity to visit the small surfing museum, catch a quick wave or simply enjoy a cup of coffee overlooking these famous waves. This afternoon we will make our first visit to seek the elephants after which Addo is named. Day 7 - Addo Elephant Park With no large predators to endanger us, we make a relaxed start to the day. Our guide will lead us for a bush walk this morning as we enjoy the natural surrounds. Spending time in the bush on foot, we have the opportunity to stop for the little things so often missed from a vehicle. This afternoon we return to Addo for a second exploration of the park. Day 8 - Graaff Reinet The historic town of Graaff-Reinet nestles in the heartland of the Great Karoo and offers a unique insight into the history of this arid region. On arrival this afternoon we will enjoy a Historical walking Tour of the town dubbed “the gem of the Karoo”, our local guide will introduce to the rich history of South Africa’s fourth oldest town. Day 9 - Lesotho This morning we cut across the vast expanse of the Great Karoo, our destination is nestled in the heights of Lesotho. This autonomous mountain kingdom boasts the highest peaks in Southern Africa and is one of the highest countries in the world, the entire kingdom lies over 1000m above sea level. Having crossed the mighty Orange River, we enter the border of Lesotho and make the climb to our camp set high in the mountains.

NADCD German translated on the Garden Route & Lesotho section

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26-Jan-18 09-Mar-18 06-Apr-18 18-May-18 15-Jun-18 27-Jul-18 05-Oct-18 14-Dec-18

15-Feb-18 29-Mar-18 26-Apr-18 07-Jun-18 05-Jul-18 16-Aug-18 25-Oct-18 03-Jan-19

Day 10 - Lesotho The clean air of the mountains accompanies us this morning as we explore the mountains on foot, our hike concludes with a village visit and the opportunity to gain insight into the community that calls these mountains home. The Basotho are famous for their traditional hats, blankets and their sturdy ponies. Basotho ponies are renowned for their surefootedness in the mountains and you have the opportunity of an optional pony trek this afternoon to experience this first-hand. Day 11 - uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park We exit Lesotho and travel through the sandstone cliffs of Golden Gate, our destination is the mountains of the Drakensberg. Running the length of the Kwazulu-Natal province, the Ukuhlamba Drakensberg Park is a UNESCO recognised world heritage site. Whether you go by the Zulu name uKhahlamba, meaning ‘barrier of spears’, or the Afrikaans name Drakensberge, meaning ‘dragon mountains’, these towering mountains are hikers paradise and worthy of exploration.

Addo Elelphant National Park

Day 12 - uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park We set out this morning for a lengthy hike, along our way we will have the opportunity to view examples of San rock art with a local guide. With a number of trails available we can ensure that we cater to every need, the most important aim is to ensure everyone enjoys this mountain paradise at their own pace. Day 13 - Durban It’s all downhill as we leave the mountain scenery en route to the Kwazulu Natal Coast. Today you will have the opportunity to visit this historic capture site, marked by an impressive sculpture in honour of “Madiba”. We will also stop at the Howick Falls to listen to the power of the falls and take some photos at the view point. Then it’s onto the bustling city of Durban is South Africa’s largest port and well-known surfing destination. Day 14 - Durban Durban has long been the favourite holiday destination for South Africans, the golden mile with its warm seas and safe swimming beaches attracts visitors throughout the year. Today we explore the city of Durban and have time to spend on the beaches of the golden mile.

Oceanic Black Tip Shark

Day 15/16/17/18 - Protea Banks About 2 hours south of Durban is the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving. Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. During these three days you will also be offered a baited shark dive. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swimthroughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay. This dive takes place in open water, hanging in the blue whilst, possible Tiger, Bull, Hammerhead and Oceanic Black-Tip sharks come in to investigate the scent trail around us. A full safety briefing and training session is included and this is a breathtaking experience. Day 19/20 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Each morning we will travel the hour from our Dive House in Margate to the launch site for Aliwal Shoal. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait.

Drakensberg

Day 21 - Durban We travel this morning to the Durban airport where our tour ends upon arrival at the King Shaka International Airport. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Potato Grouper

Game viewing in Addo

Honeycomb Moray Eel

CAPE TOWN, THE GARDEN ROUTE & SHARKS

25 DAYS

Countries visited: South Africa, Lesotho

R 53 650 R9300

ACTIVITY PACKAGE

7 Gilled Cow Shark & Cape Fur Seals dives Red Bus City Tour Table Mountain cable car Great White cage dive Robben Island Tour Cape Town cultural tour Cheese & wine tasting Cango Caves basic tour Graaff Reinet historical tour Protea Banks baited dive Aliwal Shoal baited dive

Day 1 - Cape Town This morning you will arrive into Cape Town International Airport and transfer to your accommodation to settle in for your 4 day city stay. At midday you will hop on the hotel shuttle service to the V&A Waterfront where you will board the ferry to the famous Robben Island, the location of the prison that Nelson Mandela was incarcerated on. Day 2 - Cape Fur Seal and 7 Gilled Cow Shark Dives After breakfast, you will be collected and transferred to Simon’s Town, located on the Cape peninsular and the launch site for diving with Cape Fur Seals and the 7 Gilled Cow Sharks. After a dive briefing you will board the boat and head out for your two dives of the day, one with the ever playful Cape Fur Seals and another with the 7 Gilled Cow Shark. After your two dives and lunch at the dive center your transfer will take you back into the city. Day 3 - Cape Town City Tour The best way to experience the city of Cape Town is on the classic ‘Red Bus’ that guides visitors around the city with full information and allows for you to jump on and off as you please. Take the day to explore the city and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant town. Day 4 - Gansbaai Great Whites This morning you will have an early pick up and transfer to the town of Gansbaai, the gateway to Great White diving in South Africa. Today you will experience the awe-inspiring Great White Shark, up close and personal, as each person gets the opportunity to spend some time in the cage. When not in the cage you can view these incredible animals from the viewing deck on the top of the boat.

“We must go and see for ourselves.” - Jacques-Yves Cousteau

Day 5 - Cultural Cape Town – Stellenbosch This morning we spend our time experiencing some of the rich historical and cultural highlights of the city, those who have opted for the activity package will join a local tour operator for an insight into the life and history of the people living in the Cape. Enriched by our experiences we travel north to the winelands to enjoy a sampling of some fine Cape wines. Our final stop this afternoon is the historic town of Stellenbosch where we will have some time to explore the town on foot. Day 6 - Oudtshoorn Crossing the Hottentots-Holland Mountains this morning we set out for the Klein Karoo and our overnight stop in Oudtshoorn. We follow the scenic Route 62 today, stopping to experience one of the many farm stalls on the way. On arrival in Oudtshoorn this afternoon we will visit an ostrich farm to learn about these fascinating birds.

ACCOMMODATED Tour Code: NACCD Tour Price Diver: R 53 650 Tour Price Non-Diver: R 47 650 Single Supp: R 9 880 Activity Package: R 9 300 Equipment Rental: R 2 000

GENERAL Meals: Bx18 / Lx16 / Dx15 Min / Max people: 4/20 Start: Cape Town End: Durban

Day 7 - Heart of Garden Route Our morning starts with a guided tour of the famous Cango Caves, we can only marvel at the astonishing formations that have formed in these impressive limestone caves. Returning above ground we make our way over the Outeniqua Mountains and descend to the beautiful Garden route coastline below. Day 8 - Tsitsikamma The Garden Route is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches, forest walks and an exciting menu of optional adventures. While our morning is set aside for some relaxation on the beaches of Plettenberg Bay, today offers a number of optional activities and your guide will assist you to get the most out the day. Day 9 - Tsitsikamma Tsitsikamma National Park is one of South Africa’s premier marine reserves and this morning we set out to explore the rugged coastline on foot. Our hike along the Waterfall Trail sees us cover the first section of the world renowned Otter Trail, this is not an easy hike and those who prefer a more leisurely option can make use of the boardwalks to the Storms River Mouth. Day 10 - Addo Elephant National Park This morning we set out for the Eastern Cape and the Addo National Park. We make a stop this morning in the surfing mecca of Jeffrey’s Bay, famous for its waves you have the opportunity to visit the small surfing museum, catch a quick wave or simply enjoy a cup of coffee overlooking these famous waves. This afternoon we will make our first visit to seek the elephants after which Addo is named. Day 11 - Addo Elephant Park With no large predators to endanger us, we make a relaxed start to the day. Our guide will lead us for a bush walk this morning as we enjoy the natural surrounds. Spending time in the bush on foot, we have the opportunity to stop for the little things so often missed from a vehicle. This afternoon we return to Addo for a second exploration of the park.

NACCD German translated on the Garden Route section

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FINISH

22-Jan-18 05-Mar-18 02-Apr-18 14-May-18 11-Jun-18 23-Jul-18 01-Oct-18 10-Dec-18

15-Feb-18 29-Mar-18 26-Apr-18 07-Jun-18 05-Jul-18 16-Aug-18 25-Oct-18 03-Jan-19

Day 12 - Graaff Reinet The historic town of Graaff-Reinet nestles in the heartland of the Great Karoo and offers a unique insight into the history of this arid region. On arrival this afternoon we will enjoy a historical walking Tour of the town dubbed “the gem of the Karoo”, our local guide will introduce to the rich history of South Africa’s fourth oldest town. Day 13/14 - Lesotho We cut across the vast expanse of the Great Karoo, our destination is nestled in the heights of Lesotho. The clean air of the mountains accompanies us this morning as we explore the mountains on foot, our hike concludes with a village visit and the opportunity to gain insight into the community that calls these mountains home. Basotho ponies are renowned for their surefootedness in the mountains and you have the opportunity of an optional pony trek this afternoon to experience this first-hand. Day 15 - uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park We exit Lesotho and travel through the sandstone cliffs of Golden Gate, our destination is the mountains of the Drakensberg. Running the length of the Kwazulu-Natal province, the uKuhlamba Drakensberg Park is a UNESCO recognised world heritage site. Whether you go by the Zulu name uKhahlamba, meaning ‘barrier of spears’, or the Afrikaans name Drakensberge, meaning ‘dragon mountains’, these towering mountains are hikers paradise and worthy of exploration.

Cape Fur Seal

Day 16 - uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park We set out this morning for a lengthy hike, along our way we will have the opportunity to view examples of San rock art with a local guide. While we encourage everyone to make the most of the day in mountains. Day 17 - Durban It’s all downhill as we leave the mountain scenery en route to the Kwazulu Natal Coast. Today you will have the opportunity to visit this historic capture site, marked by an impressive sculpture in honour of “Madiba”. We will also stop at the Howick Falls to listen to the power of the falls and take some photos at the view point. Then it’s onto the bustling city of Durban is South Africa’s largest port and well-known surfing destination. Day 18 - Durban Durban has long been the favourite holiday destination for South Africans, the golden mile with its warm seas and safe swimming beaches attracts visitors throughout the year. Today we explore the city of Durban and have time to spend on the beaches of the golden mile.

Drakensberg

Day 19/20/21/22 - Protea Banks Diving Leaving the city of Durban behind us we make our way south along the dolphin coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal to the launch site for both Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, home to some of the best Apex Predator shark diving. Over the next three days we will have 5 dives on the Protea Banks Reef where we hope to see some of the world’s largest marine predators. During these three days you will also be offered a baited shark dive. Diving both North and South Pinnacles we will have the chance to collect Sand Tiger Shark teeth and explore caves, swim-throughs and tunnels. An optional Tiger and Bull Shark baited dive at Protea Banks will be offered during our stay. This dive takes place in open water, hanging in the blue whilst, possible Tiger, Bull, Hammerhead and Oceanic Black-Tip sharks come in to investigate the scent trail around us. Day 23/24 - Aliwal Shoal The following two days we spend diving the equally famous Aliwal Shoal. Renowned for Raggie Tooth Sharks congregating in their hundreds, dolphins and the baited shark dive. Each morning we will travel the hour from our Dive House in Margate to the launch site for Aliwal Shoal. Over the two days we will do 3 recreational dives on the Aliwal Shoal, including the famous “Raggie Cave”. The optional baited shark dive is well worth it, with Oceanic Black-Tip Sharks gathering in large numbers and possibly Tiger Sharks investigating the bait.

Guitar Shark

Day 25 - Durban We travel this morning to the Durban airport where our tour ends upon arrival at the King Shaka International Airport. This itinerary has been written with the Activity Package items included. If you wish to participate in all the activities listed, you will need to purchase the Activity Package.

Addo Elephant National Park

Sand Tiger Shark

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