Relax in the sidecar of a classic, vintage World War II 750cc motorcycle and take in the spectacular scenic beauty of the False Bay coastline, whilst travelling through picturesque seaside villages. These motorcycles are rugged and reliable beauties that are produced by the Bavarian Motor Works and are still being manufactured more than 60 years after their debut. Whale spotting during calving season (July-November) is another highlight and dolphins may be seen year-round.
Visit the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens, located between mountain and sea, in the heart of the Cape Fynbos region within the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, where the flora is at its richest. In the gardens you will find mountain slopes, deep forested gorges, renowned waterfalls and amber pools, as well as dunes next to the beach. The gardens comprise ten hectares of cultivated fynbos garden and 190.5 hectares of pristine natural fynbos, and also offer several kilometres of nature trails.
Watch the endangered African Penguin colony at Stony Point near the seaside and fishing village of Betty’s Bay, sheltered by the Kogelberg Mountains on one side and looking out to the ocean on the other. Stony Point holds one of only two shore-based African Penguin breeding colonies in South Africa, and is home to one of the largest successful breeding colonies of African Penguin in the world. Watch these enthralling birds at play via a well-constructed wooden walkway, and enjoy the large colony of Cape Cormorants that also live in the area.
We’ll sit down for lunch at a small but vibrant restaurant before returning to Cape Town via a visit to either a local craft brewery offering a wide range of exceptional beers, or a wine estate, steeped in tradition and recognised for producing world-class wines.
Nuestra vuelta por la ciudad nos lleva por los puntos de interés más destacados, como el castillo de Buena Esperanza que fue construido en 1666 por la Compañía Neerlandesa de las Indias Orientales, por el Ayuntamiento, un edificio de estilo barroco y por el Gran Desfile, la plaza pública principal de la Ciudad de Cabo.
Seguiremos por Adderley Street, la calle principal de la ciudad y veremos la catedral de San Jorge que es la diócesis anglicana del arzobispo Desmond Tutu, Premio Nobel de la Paz. Pasaremos por el jardín de la Compañía y el barrio malayo o Bo-Kaap, que literalmente significa «sobre el cabo» debido a su ubicación frente a las laderas de la montaña de la Mesa. A principios del siglo XVIII, miles de esclavos de Java, Ceilán y otras regiones del Lejano Oriente fueron llevados a la Ciudad del Cabo. Tras la abolición de la esclavitud, sus descendientes conocidos como los malayos de Ciudad del Cabo, se establecieron aquí.
A continuación, nos desplazamos a Kloof Nek y la majestuosa montaña de la Mesa. Sube a la cima en un teleférico giratorio (siempre y cuando el tiempo lo permita). Contempla la gran diversidad de flores silvestres y el famoso árbol plateado. Maravíllate con las vistas panorámicas de la ciudad y sus playas. Si las condiciones meteorológicas son favorables, podrás ver tanto la isla Robben -donde Nelson Madela estuvo encarcelado-, como el cabo Point.
Pon punto final al día con el descenso a la estación principal del teleférico, donde te esperará un vehículo para emprender el viaje de vuelta.
Idiomas
Comentarios en inglés y alemán los martes, jueves, sábados y domingos (solo para el tour de la mañana).
Embark on a historical and cultural orientation tour of Port Elizabeth. Visit the Red Location Museum, a museum in New Brighton Township that portrays ‘both the horrors of institutionalised racism and the heroic efforts of the anti-apartheid movement’. Also stop at the Donkin Reserve, proclaimed by city founder Sir Rufane Donkin, where birds, benches, walking paths, an opera house, a lighthouse and a memorial may be seen.
Port Elizabeth is also home to Route 67 – a collection of 67 art pieces celebrating the years Nelson Mandela devoted to public life. It is a mix of visual arts, urban design and heritage, showcasing old Victorian churches; terraced cottages on Donkin Street – where massive silver pipes catch the famous winds of Port Elizabeth and make music; a lighthouse that once guided ships into Algoa Bay; and a large pyramid built by Donkin in memory of his wife.
Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Prepárese para una descarga de adrenalina, la aventura de su vida, un recorrido de un día completo en un vehículo todo terreno por la región de Sani Pass en Sudáfrica. ¿Qué mejor manera de conocer ese colorido territorio que un emocionante trayecto en 4x4?
Después de una clase de seguridad, iniciará una excursión inolvidable. Recorrerá la naturaleza virgen de Himeville hasta el extenso
Prepárese para una descarga de adrenalina, la aventura de su vida, un recorrido de un día completo en un vehículo todo terreno por la región de Sani Pass en Sudáfrica. ¿Qué mejor manera de conocer ese colorido territorio que un emocionante trayecto en 4x4?
Después de una clase de seguridad, iniciará una excursión inolvidable. Recorrerá la naturaleza virgen de Himeville hasta el extenso parque uKhahlamba Drakensberg. Mientras sigue el curso del río Mkomazana por la carretera de Sani Pass, contemplará el esplendor del paisaje que lo rodea. Prepare el pasaporte, porque vivirá una experiencia personal en un puesto fronterizo sudafricano, antes de dirigirse al puesto de transacciones de Buena Esperanza. Aquí recibirá información que explica la historia de la era de las transacciones. Después subirá a 2.874 metros de altitud, por una carretera zigzagueante flanqueada por acantilados y contrafuertes. Sumérjase en este magnífico escenario natural de cascadas, vegetación exuberante y aves de colores.
Al cruzar la frontera con Lesoto, hará un parada para comer. Reponga energías con un sabroso almuerzo para tener fuerzas y soportar el descenso de Sani Pass. Durante el descenso sentirá la descarga de adrenalina mientras supera las 20 curvas cerradas que componen la parte más empinada de la montaña. Una vez abajo, disfrute de las vistas espectaculares mientras regresa y le pone fin al día.
Una auténtica aventura para los que buscan emociones fuertes y tienen el corazón joven; el recorrido de Sani Pass en 4x4 estimulará todos sus sentidos, le permitirá contemplar los magníficos paisajes de la región y satisfará sus ansias de velocidad.
Punto de encuentro/recogida: Oficina de Thaba Tours 4x4 Adventures, Clocktower Centre, carretera princpial, Undeberg.
Duración: 12 horas.
Hora de inicio/apertura: A las 6:00 horas.
Idiomas: Inglés.
Además: Se exige el pasaporte en el puesto fronterizo de Sudáfrica.
Think you can figure it out on your own? Think again. This Johannesburg walking tour is the best way to truly see Jo'burg like a local, by discovering the beating heart of this South African metropolis. Home to the Rainbow Nation, this fast-paced city combines the best of the new South Africa with the country’s rich cultural history, and a great way to discover it all is by foot.
Set off from the base of the Carlton Centre, first heading up to the 50th floor to soak up the views and get the lay of the land before hitting the pavements, strolling down streets lined with both historic and new building. Head down Main Street Mall, where the architecture resembles old mining buildings, and which was built as a tribute to the country’s mining heritage. Stop by Ghandi Square to see the artwork celebrating Jo'burg’s multicultural roots, before heading to the vibrant Newtown precinct. This area is one of the city’s most exciting regions, so soak it all up while visiting some of the iconic sights.
Start off at Mary Fitzgerald Square, one of the last colonial compounds, and now home to the Workers’ Library and Museum. Get a history lesson at Museum Africa to learn about the culture of Africa’s indigenous people before stopping to admire its collection of Pre-Raphaelite and Impressionist paintings. Move on to Market Theatre, now housed in the old fruit and vegetable market, which remains one of Africa’s most important cultural centres. Change pace with a visit to the SAB World of Beer (woop woop!) to learn about brewing in South Africa. It was thanks to the SAB’s multimillion rand investment into this area that the restoration of the Newtown precinct has been so successful. After a tour that dives into the history of this much-loved amber liquid, sample some of the brews on offer and enjoy a cold one in the Tap Room. Not only is this a great spot to enjoy a couple of beers and a meal, but it's also known for its views of the city. Soak it all up and enjoy a relaxing end to this truly local Johannesburg city tour.
This delightful drive winds its way to the heart of the Cape Winelands, through superb mountain ranges, vineyards and Cape Dutch homesteads. With the sheer vastness of wine estates on offer, we are truly spoilt for choice. Enjoy two wine tastings in this historical and picturesque region.
The tour kicks off on 2nd Avenue we visit King's Cinema, an out-of-service movie theatre dating back to 1968, but was rebuilt after it was bombed by apartheid forces in 1984.
Gallery Homes are next on the agenda. At the Gallery home on 4th Avenue we view Alexandra Township through the eyes of local artists. View paintings that depict the development of Alexandra and even other themes that provoke the mind. Just off 7th Avenue we visit Tumi, another artist at his Gallery Home and studio where there is a collection of works on canvases depicting everything from dreams and visions, world icons, and abstract imagery.
End the tour with a pass by Nelson Mandela’s first residence in Alexandra Township when he first came to Johannesburg.
Come and see African wildlife seen nowhere else on earth, as you safari through the Kruger National Park of South Africa. Home to the Big Five, this tour will provide you the chance to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitats; an experience not to be missed.
From your hotel transfer right on through to either Phabeni or Numbi Gate, leading into the park, you will be securely in the hands of an armed and experienced game ranger. With local guides, most who have grown up in the area, you will have someone at the ready to share intimate knowledge on animal behaviour, the environment and habitat, and the Kruger National Park as a whole. There to protect both you and the animals living in the reserve, you can be assured of a safe trip, complete with an informative briefing on the basic rules of the park and safari, and the overall dangers involved.
Afterwards, you'll traverse the park's rugged terrain in an open safari vehicle and begin a remarkable journey into the wondrous wildlife of Africa. On your trip, keep your eyes to your beautiful surroundings and you may get to see a herd of elephants grazing or a rhino hiding in the tall grasses. Animals you would normally see in zoos or at the circus call this reserve home, so gaze at a natural world beyond comparison and enjoy a truly unique scene.
Dress for the great outdoors and grab your camera, for the sights of the animals and landscapes in Kruger National Park will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.
This magical trip down memory lane will tell you all about how Johannesburg came into being, how gold was discovered on the reef and how the lives of men and women formed an integral part of a rich and fascinating heritage.
Visit Gold Reef City, named after the richness upon which the city of Johannesburg was built, and embark on historical tour, the ‘Jozi Story of Gold’. This tour includes an opportunity to pan for gold and watch a gold pour. Stroll through the theme park reflecting the life of the mining town at the turn of the last century. There is plenty to do for young and old but remember to wear comfortable walking shoes.
You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the Game Reserve which is a 2.5 hr drive via vineyards, orchards and magnificent scenery. Upon arrival at the reserve you are welcomed with a chilled drink before being ushered through to the restaurant for a buffet breakfast. Around 10h15 you depart on a 2 – 3 hour open vehicle game drive through the reserve. Having been proclaimed a Nature Reserve in 1985, the ‘veld’ (terrain) is in pristine condition, consisting of Renoster veld, Mountain Fynbos and succulent vegetation types found in 3 beautiful valleys.
Situated in the Karoo with its wide open spaces, the 4,500 hectare reserve has a natural wetland and protected by majestic mountains and valleys, which makes for varied and ideal game viewing. On your drive you may see lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, as well as giraffe and hippo. Large herds of game are found on the Reserve such as Black Wildebeest, Burchell's Zebra, Springbok, Gemsbok, Steenbok, Blesbok, Bat Eared Fox, Ostriches, Klip Springer, Duiker, Greybuck, Baboon, Black Backed Jackal, Eland, Red Hartebeest.
The natural wetland is home to 172 species of birds and is also home to several breeding pairs of the rare and endangered black eagle, after which the reserve has been named. Following the game drive, you will have the opportunity to visit the ARC rehabilitation centre.
Here you will learn a bit more about the rescue and rehabilitation efforts the reserve plays in the area. After a well-deserved buffet lunch at the lodge’s main restaurant, you enjoy some time at leisure before starting your journey back to Cape Town. En route, you will stop at the Karoo Ostrich Farm for an informative and entertaining tour. Return to your hotel around 18h00.