ECOLIFE CONFERENCES & GROUP PACKAGES

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EcoLife Conference & Group Packages - Wildlife Discovery (6 Days)
- Kruger Explorer (4 Days)
- Kruger-Zululand Explorer (6 Days)
- Pilanesberg Getaway (3 Days)



These expeditions are available as a pre/post conference tour or for groups with a minimum of 8 persons. Rates and fly-in options are available on request.


Wildlife Discovery (6 Days)
Day 1: Blydepoort Canyon
Departing from Johannesburg, we travel across the Highveld towards the scenic Mpumalanga. Enjoy lunch at Pilgrim's Rest, an old mining village, visit God’s Window with a spectacular view over the Lowveld, and the fascinating Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Overnight at a resort in the Blydepoort area, overlooking the Blyde River
Canyon, in comfortable chalets.

Day 2: Mpumalanga
We visit a wildlife refuge where guests have the opportunity for close-up encounters with wildlife, and in the afternoon enjoy a sunset cruise on the spectacular Blyde Dam. The evening ends with a bush barbeque under the stars in a traditional boma. Overnight at a resort in comfortable chalets.

Day 3: Kruger National Park
Depart for Kruger National Park, entering through Orpen Gate. This is spectacular wilderness area and we enjoy game viewing en route to our camp. Besides the “Big Five” a host of other mammal and bird species make game viewing in the Kruger National Park an incredible experience. We head for Letaba camp, and enjoy a night drive in the evening with the opportunity to view predators and nocturnal animals. Accommodation in comfortable chalets.

Day 4: Kruger National Park
Heading south we enjoy viewing the variety of wildlife en route to our next camp. Enjoy a lovely bush breakfast on the banks of a river, while watching animals coming to drink. The night is spent at Skukuza camp in comfortable chalets.

Day 5: Shangaan cultural village
Leaving the Kruger Park behind we visit a traditional Shangaan village to meet with the local people and learn about their unique culture and proud heritage. We enjoy an evening festival in the kraal, including a traditional dinner and dancing. Accommodation in a lodge in the area.

Day 6: Departure
Depart for Johannesburg after breakfast, arriving in the early afternoon.



Kruger Explorer (4 Days)
Day 1
Depart from Johannesburg for the Kruger National Park. Settle into luxurious Jock Safari Lodge, which incorporates the romance and elegance of the past colonial era, and reflects in its unique style the indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Sightings of animals including the Big Five can be seen while relaxing around the rock pool or from the comfort and privacy of your own room. This luxury lodge incorporates the romance and elegance of the past colonial era, and reflects in its unique style the indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Luxury air conditioned suites, each with their own private sala overlook the river as do the romantic bathrooms and outdoor showers.

Day 2-3
The Kruger Park offers some of the best game viewing available in Africa and Jock Safari Lodge is situated in one of the best game viewing areas of the park. Game drives in open landrovers, with our professional team of game rangers, offer guests the thrill of close encounters with Africa’s Big Five. Walking safaris, birding safaris and guided historical tours will take you along the paths of legend and mystery. Interpret the signs, sounds and scents of wild animals in this unspoilt wilderness.

Day 4
Depart for Johannesburg after a leisurely breakfast, to arrive in the afternoon. (B)



Kruger-Zululand Explorer (6 Days)
Day 1: Kruger National Park
Depart from Johannesburg for the Kruger National Park. Settle into luxurious Jock Safari Lodge, which incorporates the romance and elegance of the past colonial era, and reflects in its unique style the indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Sightings of animals including the Big Five can be seen while relaxing around the rock pool or from the comfort and privacy of your own room. This luxury lodge incorporates the romance and elegance of the past colonial era, and reflects in its unique style the indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Luxury air conditioned suites, each with their own private sala overlook the river as do the romantic bathrooms and outdoor showers.

Day 2: Kruger National Park
The Kruger Park offers some of the best game viewing available in Africa and Jock Safari Lodge is situated in one of the best game viewing areas of the park. Game drives in open landrovers, with our professional team of game rangers, offer guests the thrill of close encounters with Africa’s Big Five. Walking safaris, birding safaris and guided historical tours will take you along the paths of legend and mystery. Interpret the signs, sounds and scents of wild animals in this unspoilt wilderness.

Day 3: Royal Swazi Valley
Leaving the Kruger National Park behind, we travel south towards Swaziland. The Royal Kingdom of Swaziland has a history of tradition and culture that pervades the land and infuses the Valley. The Royal Swazi Sun Resort nestles in the Ezulwini Valley and the infusion of royal custom and quality reigns. The warmth of the noble Swazi people is illustrated by their amiable welcome. This is a land of tranquil beauty and after checking into the Royal Swazi Sun, guests are at leisure to visit a local cultural village, lounge round the pool, or enjoy a round of golf at the Royal Swazi Country Club.

Day 4: Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Nature Reserve
Set in the heart of Zululand, the oldest game reserve in Africa where Zulu kings such as Dingiswayo and Shaka hunted and put in place the first conservation laws, where today the "big five" of African legend stalk the verdant savannah. The award-winning Hilltop Camp, our home for the night, on the summit of a forested hill offers fine views of the surrounding countryside. A sunset game drive or sundowners on the deck overlooking the valley, the choice is yours.

Day 5: Zulu cultural village
After breakfast we depart for Kwabhekitunga Zulu village, where guests are accommodated in comfortable chalets built in a traditional style. Learn about the fascinating culture and proud heritage of the Zulu people, ending the tour with a superb traditional dinner under the stars while enjoying Zulu dancing.

Day 6: Drop-off in Durban
Departing after breakfast, we end the tour at Durban International Airport.



Pilanesberg Getaway (3 Days)
Day 1: Pilanesberg
Departing from Johannesburg, travel to Pilanesberg National Park. After checking into luxurious Bakubung Lodge, a sunset game drive is enjoyed with the opportunity to view the Big Five.

Day 2: Pilanesberg, Sun City
Depart on an early morning game drive, returning to a magnificent breakfast. For the keen golfer, a round on one of the spectacular courses in the Sun City complex can be arranged. After relaxing on the sundeck or round the swimming pool, an afternoon game drive is offered. The evening is spent at leisure, with the option of exploring the Sun City complex to enjoy the gaming and breathtaking entertainment on offer.

Day 3: Departure
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, we depart for Johannesburg.


     
 

 

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