CAPE TOWN AND THE GARDEN ROUTE

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1 HOLIDAY CODE CTG An adventure holiday full of wildlife, walks and wine in South Africa Search for elephants in Addo, watch wild meerkats and coo over penguins Climb Table Mountain, visit Cape of Good Hope and walk along the Otter Trail Visit the beautiful Stellenbosch for wine tasting at the famous vineyards Optional whale watching in Hermanus and time to relax at Cape Town's stunning waterfront South Africa, Discovery, Wildlife, 11 Days 7 nights guesthouse, 3 nights chalet, 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 4 dinners, max group size: 14, 10 days touring and sightseeing with some walking, max altitude metres VIEW DATES, PRICES & BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY HERE

2 PAGE 2 Introduction East of Cape Town, the beautiful 200 kilometre stretch of coastline known as the Garden Route is justifiably famous. Here, mountains crowd close to a shoreline that features golden beaches, pretty towns and several national parks. This excellent easy adventure holiday starts with a couple of game drives at the Addo Elephant Reserve. We walk on forest and coastal trails at Tsitsikamma and Knysna, before crossing the Outiniqua Pass into the Little Karoo, where we see the amazing Cango Caves. An early start takes us to watch a habituated wild family of Meerkats near Oudtshoorn before heading west to Hermanus, a great place to spend a free day with optional activities such as whale watching. An afternoon of wine tasting in the Stellenbosch winelands is next up, as we make our way towards Cape Town. We bring this inspirational wildlife and discovery holiday to a close with the hike to the top of Table Mountain and a day's exploration of the Cape Peninsula, with the chance to see the penguin colony at Boulders Beach and to stand at the Cape of Good Hope. Is this holiday for you? This exciting holiday in South Africa and has a focus on the fascinating African wildlife whilst enjoy some gentle coastal walks, and wine tasting. It s the perfect combination really! We have 3 walks within the itinerary which are 3-4hrs long. There are other optional walks during the two free afternoons and the day in Hermanus. We have 2 game safari s at the Addo Elephant Park in the vehicle to look and view these amazingly gentile animals. Each game drive is around 3hrs and you will find the time passes very quickly. There are 6 days where we travel from one place to the next, most of these days are 3-4 hrs driving, but there is one day of 7 hrs (Oudtshoorn to Hermanus) and one shorter day of 1-2hrs. We have plenty of opportunity to stretch our legs during the holiday and join in on activities such as kayaking, whale watching, saying hello to the penguins and wine tasting in Stellenbosch it s going to be a great adventure. Holiday Itinerary Day 1: Meet at Port Elizabeth Airport. Transfer to accommodation at Addo Elephant National Park. Arriving at Port Elizabeth airport, KE Land Only package services begin with a group transfer (2 hours) to our accommodation near the Addo Elephant National Park. We check into cabins located on the Sunday's River and after settling in we have a tour briefing from our guide. The rest of the afternoon is free for optional activities including a game drive. The optional game drive is in the Schotia private game reserve, you have dinner in the bush and a night drive as well (4hrs). Dinner at cabins (or game drive if you choose this option). Overnight cabins near Addo Elephant Park. CHALET MEALS LD Day 2: Day of game drives in Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa s third largest park. At the beginning of the 20th century a man called Major Pretorious was commissioned to get rid of the menace elephants which were destroying the crops in the area. Addo Elephant National Park was created in 1931 when there were only 16 elephants left in the region and these were only alive because two landowners allowed them to roam on their land. Now it is the 3rd largest national park in South Africa covering a huge 1800 sq km, with plans for expansion to the sea, and it supports over 550 elephants as well as lions, buffalo, black rhino, spotted hyena, leopard and a variety of antelope and zebra. We set out from our cabins for an early morning 3hrs game drive in the park. From the vehicle you will see the famous Elephants now thriving in this biodiverse landscape of lush

3 PAGE 3 shrub lands, mountains and rivers. We may also be able to spot on the ground the Addo flightless dung beetle rolling and recycling the waste matter! We relax and have some lunch watching the waterhole a great place for congregating wildlife coming for a drink, and can walk to the swimming pool at the park entrance for a dip if we like. In the afternoon we have a second 3 hrs game drive to ensure that we have time to find all the species we want to! There is an option (payable locally) to go horse-riding in the afternoon instead of the game drive. Horseriders for the afternoon session need to have some experience, there is also an option to horse-ride in the morning for the less experienced and again you will miss the game drive. We return to our cabins on the banks of Sunday s River. CHALET MEALS BLD Day 3: Drive to Tsitsikamma National Park. Guided forest walk and optional activities. We depart the Addo area early this morning and make our way south-east to the coast and the start of the Garden route section of our trip. We have a 4 hour journey to Storms River mouth. Leaving in the early morning we drive for 4 hours to Storms River in the Tsitsikamma National Park. This area is now part of the Garden Route National Park established in It covers the coastline and several valleys and forest in land. On arrival we have an easy stroll along the western side of the river mouth, past the Strandloper cave to the suspension bridge crossing the river mouth with the white waters crashing on the rocks below as we cross these bridges and enjoy the spectacle. With views out to the ocean and lush green valleys and ravines inland it is truly a great site. Depending on how we feel we can continue to a look out point on the other side of the river a short but steep ascent from the bridges for more views. We then return to the vehicle and check in to our chalets situated with views of the ocean. After lunch we have the afternoon free to enjoy an activity of your choice (all optional extras). The village of Storms river is known for it s adventurous and adrenalin activities and we recommend the Tsitsikamma Canopy tour, a zip wire course which takes you speeding from one giant Outeniqua Yellowwood tree to another. An awesome experience with 10 platforms and 10 zip wire slides, one being 100m long. Of course if heights is not your thing then there are plenty of short walks to choose from in the area as well. We return to our chalets for dinner and overnight. CHALET MEALS BLD Day 4: Morning walk on the Otter Trail. Drive to Knysa for afternoon walk. An early start to enjoy the best of the day we have breakfast at our chalets and then leave for a morning walk on the Otter Trail. This is one of the most acclaimed hikes in South Africa, taking in some beautiful sections of this coastline and in its entirety you can walk for 5 days along the trail weaving in and out of the bays and valleys. It is named after the African Clawless Otter the trail takes us from our accommodation down along the shoreline. Sections of the trail involve some boulder hopping and fun scrambling over rocks. We arrive at the large Guano cave before continuing onto a majestic waterfall. After having explored the waterfall and had a rest we return to Storms River. Approx 3hrs walking. Now we depart in our vehicle to Knysna. Shortly after leaving Storms River we come to the famous bungee jump at the Bloukrans River Bridge. This is the world s highest bridge bungee at 216m. If we wish to take part then it is possible, payable locally, please inform your guide the previous day if you wish to jump. We continue onto Knysna (approx 3hrs driving in total) stopping for lunch along the way. Once in Knysna we stretch our legs with a short walk out to Knysna Heads with some breathtaking views of the lagoon and the ocean. We may also be able to enjoy a sundowner whilst watching the ever changing colours of the horizon as the sun sets over the ocean. We overnight at a very pleasant guesthouse with views over Knysna Lagoon. The small town of Knysna is a great stop for us with lots of little shops, cafes, restaurants, and seafood taverns on the waterfront. There are plenty of options for dinner on this evening.

4 PAGE 4 GUESTHOUSE MEALS BL Day 5: Drive to Little Karoo, visit the famous Cango Caves. Oudtshoorn. After breakfast we depart Knysna and the coastline for a couple of days as we make our way to Oudtshoorn. We drive over the Outeniqua pass with spectacular views to the valleys and ocean we have come from. We then drop steeply down to the Little Karoo valley where the shrubland is very different from the fynbos on the other side. We arrive in Oudtshoorn after around 3 hrs of driving and in time for some lunch. This afternoon we visit the famous Cango Caves, Africa's largest show cave system. The tunnels and chambers extend to around 4km, however only a small section is open to the public. Our tour lasts approximately 1 hr and we will see the splendid dripstone caverns, stalactites, stalagmites, vast halls and towering formations of the limestone as we walk through. Back in daylight we return to Oudtshoorn and check in to our accommodation. There are many restaurants in the town which we can choose from for dinner. GUESTHOUSE MEALS BL Day 6: Meerkat Watching Tour. Transfer to the picturesque coastal town of Hermanus. In the very early morning we join the meerkat tour. These mesmerising little animals are enchanting and we watch them in the wild as they go about their morning business - just a superb experience! We spend 2-3 hours watching and learning about these fascinating creatures. The group that we see are habituated and used to people watching them (but never feeding or handling), however we must still ensure that we are quiet and able to sit calmly in order not to scare them during this period. After freshening up we depart for Hermanus. We drive across Robinson's pass and back down to the coast stopping at Mossel Bay for lunch. Mossel Bay is half-way between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town and is great 60km stretch of sandy beach with 300 days sunshine a year and a mecca for watersports. We visit the famous Post Office Tree, a milkwood tree over 500 years old. In 1500 a sailor left a letter in a shoe at the tree and the Post Office tree was born. After lunch we continue driving to Hermanus arriving in the early evening. There is a selection of restaurants for dinner in this small town. Approx drive time: 7 hours. GUESTHOUSE MEALS BL Day 7: Free day in Hermanus. Optional activities include coastal walks or whale watching. The town of Hermanus is most well known for the best place to whale watch from. The Southern Right whale visits these shores from June through to December, and they can be seen from aboard a boat and even, if you are lucky, the shore. The town even has a man who blows a kelp horn when a whale is spotted - he is the Whale Crier of Hermanus. We have a free day here in Hermanus, and the town is known for its endless adventure options. The nearby Fernkloof Nature Reserve offers a range of lovely walks among the fynbos, the beaches are beautiful for a walk and kayaking in the lagoon is a possibility. On the other end of the scale it is a charming town for wandering around and looking at the little shops and enjoying the café and the restored fishing boats in the old harbour. All options are payable locally. GUESTHOUSE MEALS B Day 8: Drive the whale coastline to Stellenbosch. Afternoon wine farm tour. We leave Hermanus this morning and drive along the 'Whale Coast' and past Gordon's Bay for 2-3hrs before turning inland to the verdant Winelands of the Western Cape. The vineyards stretch to the horizon here over the

5 PAGE 5 mountains of up to 1500m. It is striking scenery, with picturesque villages and has an interesting history. It can feel rather European with much of its architecture being typically Dutch and dating back to the 17th century when the Boers settled and farmed the lands here. We pass by some of the many wine farms in the area, and eat our picnic lunch at one of the wine farms. We arrive in Stellenbosch and have a full afternoon enjoying a cellar tour and wine tasting some of these delicious regional wines. We will depart full of knowledge and possibly some rosy cheeks! Overnight in Stellenbosch. GUESTHOUSE MEALS BLD Day 9: Drive to Cape Town. Day walk to the summit of Table Mountain. After breakfast we drive the 1hr 30mins to our final destination Cape Town. A highlight of the holiday and a must do whilst in this part of South Africa is the walk up Table Mountain. We transfer to the base of the cable car and from here walk up. We take the Platteklip Gorge route. This trail offers spectacular views all the way to the summit with Devil s Peak and Lion s Head on either side. We have panoramic views of Table Bay, Robben Island, Signal Hill and of course Cape Town itself. Normally we can also spy some friendly rock hyrax (dassies) here as well. The walk is 3-4hrs of steady but not difficult ascent. If we have the energy and the weather is good we can extend our walk on the summit along to Maclear s Beacon, the highest point on Table Mountain. We can either walk back down or take the option (not included) to take the revolving cable car back down. Our accommodation is in the city centre and this evening is free to enjoy the ambience and the restaurants on the Waterfront. GUESTHOUSE MEALS BL Day 10: Day tour of Cape Peninsula, including Cape of Good Hope and penguins of Boulder Beach. After breakfast we set off to the Cape of Good Hope and explore the Cape Peninsula. This is a magnificent area which sticks out into the Atlantic and is covered in endemic fynbos and home to picturesque bays, beaches, rolling green hills and valleys has some awe inspiring views with dizzy heights and magnificent panoramas over the ocean. Our first stop is Chapman s Peak along the Chapman s Peak Drive (locally abbreviated to Chappies ) from Noordhoek to Hout Bay which is said to be one of the most spectacular marine drives in the world! The twists and curves in the road seem endless, but it is actually the photo opportunities which are! We continue down to Cape Point Nature Reserve. Here the rugged rocks and sheer cliffs drop from 200m into the sea and is an area of rich and varied flora and fauna including baboon, zebra and 250 species of birds. We walk to the lighthouse, originally built in 1859 to help sailors navigate the treacherous waters. We also walk down to the Cape of Good Hope with nothing but water between here and Antarctica. Returning we drive through the towns of Muizenburg, Fish Hoek and of course Simons town. Here we stop to visit the famous Boulders Beach and spend some time watching the totally fabulous African Penguin colony which thrives here. They are a joy to watch their funny little walk and you can t help but falling a little in love with them! We then return to Cape Town where we have another evening to enjoy the town and dinner. GUESTHOUSE MEALS B Day 11: Free morning for further sightseeing. Afternoon Cape Town Airport transfers provided. The majority of the day is free for shopping and relaxing at the waterfront, or for half-day optional activities such as a visit to Robben Island. In the late afternoon there is a group transfer to Cape Town Airport where KE Land Only package services end.

6 PAGE 6 MEALS B Holiday Information What's Included Professional English-speaking tour guide / driver Group airport transfers All land transport required by the itinerary All acccommodation as described in the trip dossier Meals as detailed in the Meal Plan All entrance fees required by the itinerary What's Not Included Visas Travel insurance Airport taxes (if applicable) Transfers other than group transfers Tips to local staff Some meals as detailed in the Meal Plan Entrance fees and activities clearly described as optional Miscellaneous personal spending Joining Arrangements & Transfers The group will rendezvous at the accommodation on Sunday's River, near Addo Elephant National Park. A single, timed group transfer from the airport is provided. This transfer will be timed to the arrival of the South African Airlines & British Airways flight into Port Elizabeth arriving at around midday. The transfer from Port Elizabeth is approximately a 2 hour journey. At the end of the trip a single, group transfer will be provided from the hotel in Cape Town to the airport. This transfer will be timed to the departure of the South African Airlines and British Airways flight and will normally reach the airport by around If your flight schedules do not permit you to take advantage of these transfers you will need to make your own transfer arrangements or we can provide you with costs for private transfers. Hotel contact details and an emergency number will be provided with your booking confirmation. Meal Plan All breakfasts are included in the holiday price along with 8 lunches and 4 dinners. Lunches are not included on your free day in Hermanus and the second day in Cape Town. Dinner are not included in Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and Cape Town. This is a total of 2 lunches and 6 dinners which are not included. In all of these places there are several options for dining in local restaurants or taverns. Food & Water

7 PAGE 7 Breakfast is usually cereals and yoghurt, with coffee, tea, toast and the occasional cooked breakfast. Lunch can be picnic style cold meats, cheese, salads, bread, rolls and fruit, or in a local restaurant. Dinners will be anything from potjies (traditional stews), braais (barbecue), to stir fries and pasta. A few meals are not included in the price and there are many restaurants to choose from in this area. As to be expected next to the coast there will be a high proportion of sea food on certain menus as well. South African s on the whole are keen on their meat and include ostrich as well as springbok in their food, however vegetarians are also catered for. Many places on this holiday have drinkable water from the tap to fill your personal water bottles. Please check with the leader at the various locations. Please take purification tablets or a filter bottle (such as a Water-To-Go bottle) for days when drinking water out of the tap is not available. We do not encourage the purchasing of single use plastic bottles. Accommodation The majority of the accommodation on this holiday is of a comfortable standard many with seaview rooms in small friendly family run inns, guesthouses and apartments. Some of the accommodations have swimming pools as well. All the accommodations except for 1 night are on a twin-share basis with en-suite facilities. In Tsitsikamma we stay in 4 person cabins/chalets which have twin rooms but shared facilities for the 4 people. On some days the guide will prepare breakfast in one of the apartment kitchens for the group. Single rooms are available for a supplementary cost. If you are travelling by yourself, you will be paired up with another single client of the same sex. Additional hotel nights in Cape Town are also available. All hotels are subject to availability. Group Leader & Support Staff The group will be accompanied by a local English-speaking professional guide. During the tour the group will travel by minivan driven by a professional driver. Altitude This holiday does not involve any significant ascent to altitude and we would not expect any altitude issues with this trip. Spending Money We estimate that a total of around per person (or equivalent in euros/dollars) should be allowed for personal spending. This amount should also be sufficient to cover meals which are not included, miscellaneous expenses, including any departure tax, and approximately 30 to 40 per person for tips to local staff. If you are intending to buy expensive souvenirs or undertake any optional activities or excursions, you should budget accordingly (credit cards can be useful in this respect). You can choose to take your money in pounds Sterling, Dollars, Euros or in South African Rand. There will be the opportunity to change money into local currency on arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport. Additionally, you will be able to get currency from bank ATMs in many of the towns that we will visit. Optional Activities (All prices are per person and correct at time of writing, and are subject to change without notice) Optional game drive day 1, including dinner in the bush and night drive, 4 hrs R700 Horse-riding in Addo Elephant National Park R220

8 PAGE 8 Tree canopy zip wire tour Tsitsikamma R450, including light refreshments Bungee Jump at Bloukrans River Bridge R700 Table Mountain Cable Car Ride R105 One-way Robben Island excursion R250 Guidance On Tipping In South Africa it is usual to tip staff including your local guide and driver if you are happy with the services provided. We suggest you co-ordinate these tips as a group and as a rough guide we recommend each group member contributes around 30 to 40 per person. The exact amount should be determined by the group and the guide will give advice on the appropriate levels. Beat The Jet Lag Our holidays are normally designed with minimal 'down time' at the start of the trip, but having a day or two at the beginning will have the additional benefit of allowing you time to get over the stress of a long journey or travelling across time zones, leaving you refreshed and ready for your holiday. We can easily arrange for you to have additional nights and airport transfers. Free KE Gift We would like to give you a free gift as a way to say thank you when you book your holiday. Choose from exclusive KE branded t-shirts, caps, neckwarmers, trek bags* and more. Alternatively you can choose to make a 10 donation to the Juniper Trust Charity. You can make your selection in your MyKE account after booking. You will need to select your free gift at least 6 weeks before you depart and all items will be posted out at 5 weeks prior to departure. For all late bookings, we will endeavour to send your FREE gift to you before you travel, however this cannot always be guaranteed. Please visit our Free KE Gifts page for more details of all our KE Branded goodies on offer. * A trek bag is one of the free gift options available for this holiday. Delivery outside of the UK will be charged. Baggage Allowance For this holiday you should take one piece of luggage and a daypack. You should bring a soft bag, such as the KE kit bag, as these are more suitable to pack in the vehicle. For international flights please check your baggage allowance with your airline. Group Size & Holiday Status For each holiday there is a minimum number of participants required to enable it to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to run'. You can check the trip status for each departure in Dates and Prices table. Other than in exceptional circumstances, we will not cancel a trip once it has achieved this guaranteed to run status and so you are free to proceed with your international flight booking and other travel arrangements. Recommended Outdoor Retailers Many of the Equipment items listed above are available from Cotswold Outdoor - our 'Official Recommended Outdoor Retailer'. When you book a holiday with KE you will receive 15% discount voucher from Cotswold Outdoor and other retailers. >> Find out more

9 PAGE 9 General Information Passport & Visas A passport with 6 months remaining validity at the end of your stay is generally required for visits to countries outside the EU. The information that we provide is for UK passport holders. Please check the relevant embassy or consulate for other nationalities. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct travel documents and visas for your holiday. Visa requirements and charges are subject to change without notice. If you are travelling outside the EU you should have at least 2 blank pages in your passport for each country that you visit. Visa South Africa UK and USA passport holders do not require a visa for short stays. You must have 2 blank pages in your passport. Travelling with children under 18yrs - South Africa Parents travelling with children under 18 years will be asked to show the child s full unabridged birth certificate and where one parent is accompanying, proof of parental or legal authority. Please note that they are very strict and they do not accept photocopies of birth certificates. For further details please see the FCO website NOTE: This is also required if you are transiting through South Africa (e.g. Johannesburg). Health & Vaccinations You should contact your doctor or travel clinic to check whether you specific require any vaccinations or other preventive measures. You should be up to date with routine courses and boosters as recommended in the UK e.g. diphtheria-tetanus-polio and measles-mumps-rubella), along with hepatitis A and typhoid. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required if travelling from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transitted for more than 12 hrs through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. On holidays to more remote areas you should also have a dentist check up. A good online resource is Travel Health Pro. Currency The unit of currency in South Africa is the South African Rand. Electricity Supply & Plug We recommend you check if you require an adaptor for your electrical items at: Preparing For Your Holiday It makes a lot of sense to spend some time before coming on an adventure holiday getting some additional exercise. The fitter you are, after all, the more enjoyable you will find the experience. We would suggest that you factor in some additional exercise leading up to your holiday.

10 PAGE 10 Climate The Cape Town area has a pleasantly warm and generally dry summer season from September through to April. Daytime temperatures will vary between 20 and 27ºC, with nighttime temperatures falling to around 15ºC. There is not (usually) a lot of rain during this period. In the Cape Autumn (August-October) temperatures are slightly lower but the wild flower display can be spectacular. Travel Aware As a reputable tour operator, KE supports the British Foreign & Commonwealth Offices' Travel Aware campaign to enable British citizens to prepare for their journeys overseas. The 'Travel Aware' website provides a single, authoritative source of advice for all kinds of travellers and we recommend that prior to travel, all KE clients visit the official UK Government website at travelaware.campaign.gov.uk and read the FCO Travel Advice for their chosen destination. North Americans can also check out the U.S. Department of State website: for essential travel advice and tips. KE treat the safety and security of all clients as the most important aspect of any trip we organise. We would not run any trip that we did not consider reasonably safe. Should the FCO advise against travel for any reason, we will contact everyone booked to travel to discuss the situation. We receive regular updates direct from the FCO and are in constant touch with our contacts on the ground. If you have any questions about government travel advice, please call our office. Single Use Plastic KE do not encourage the use of single use plastic items. We are ensuring that our agents all over the world are working together to reduce the problem and educate those around them. We are leading by example in our KE office by reducing our plastic use. We have pledged to AITO s Project Protect that 70% of our agents stop using single use plastic bottles. Books Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela (Autobiography - Nelson Mandela is one of the great moral and political leaders of our time.) The Covenant by James A. Mitchener (The best and worst of two continents carve an empire out of the vast wilderness that is to become South Africa.) My Traitor s Heart by Rian Malan (Malan, former South African crime reporter, searches for the truth behind apartheid.) The Steps of the Sun by Joanna Trollope (Love story set during the Boer War) Newman's Birds of Southern Africa by Kenneth Newman Sasol Birds of Southern Africa by Ian Sinclair, Phil Hockey, and W.R. Tarboton The Safari Companion: A Guide to Watching African Mammals Including Hoofed Mammals, Carnivores, and Primates by Richard D. Estes and Daniel Otte Field Guide to Trees of Southern Africa (Field Guides) by Braam Van Wyk, Keith Coates Palgrav, and Piet Van Wyk

11 PAGE 11 Maps Western Cape. Map Studio. 1:500,000, Sheet 10 Road map of the Western Cape Province with an enlargement for the Cape Peninsula and 27 street plans of the central areas in main towns. The map is annotated numerous places of interest, vineyards, etc. GPS coordinates are marked on important road junctions. Flight Information Flight Inclusive Or Land Only? On our website we display a UK Flight inclusive package price and Land only package price for the majority of our holidays. Flight Inclusive Notes The FLIGHT INCLUSIVE dates and prices are based on UK flights from London (Heathrow) to Port Elizabeth and returning from Cape Town with South African Airline or BA. Outbound flights will depart from the UK in the late early evening, arriving mid-day the following day (day 1 of the Land Only itinerary). Return flights will depart Cape Town in the evening of the last day of the Land Only itinerary, arriving in the UK the following morning. Regional departures and/or alternative carriers are available on request. Please be aware that there are often only a limited number of seats available at the advertised price. To avoid paying flight supplements, we recommend that you book as early as possible, especially during peak times. If we are unable to secure seats at the price shown, or you have requested regional departures, we will contact you with an alternative quote. Please note that you may be asked to pay for your flights in advance of your final holiday balance. Note that if you book a package including flights with KE you will benefit from full financial protection. Land Only Notes The LAND ONLY dates and prices are for the itinerary joining in Port Elizabeth. The tour ends in Cape Town. Please refer to 'Joining Arrangements and Transfers' for further details. Flights SHOULD NOT be booked until you have received your booking confirmation and the departure is showing 'Guaranteed to Run' or 'Limited'. Why Choose KE Adventure Travel? Why Choose KE Adventure Travel? Operating since 1984, KE Adventure Travel has some of the most experienced staff in the business, with the proven ability to set up and operate a worldwide programme of adventures. Everyone has adventure travel at heart and joins at least one trip a year. It is this depth of experience that makes KE stand out from other adventure travel operators. When you contact KE, by phone or , or visit our office, you will find the help and advice you need, from someone who has actually done the trip and can give you the benefit of their first-hand experience. KE can guarantee the very best in trip support, excellent food, a good standard of hotel and other accommodation, plus the back up of one of the most respected companies in the business. Client satisfaction is at the top of our agenda and almost 50% of our bookings each year come from repeat business. If you are looking for adventure then look no further than KE.

12 PAGE 12 We hope that this trip notes has answered most of your questions. Please feel free to contact us and speak to one of our experts.

13 PAGE 13 Equipment List Please try to keep the weight of your baggage to a minimum. See the baggage allowance section for further details. You Must Bring The Following Items: Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoes Trainers Socks Underwear Trekking trousers Waterproof jacket Loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirt with collar (for sun protection) T-shirts and/or casual shirts Sunglasses Sunhat Sunglasses Swimwear Daypack 25 litres Headtorch and spare batteries Sun protection (including for lips) Water bottles 1 Litre (x2) (we encourage re-filling water bottles rather than single use plastic) Water purification tablets Washbag and toiletries Antibacterial handwash Basic First Aid Kit including the following: antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhoea treatment (Imodium), painkillers, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent (DEET), and re-hydration salts (Dioralite). Glucose tablets and multi-vitamin tablets are also a good idea The Following Items Are Optional: Shorts Towel (for swimming) Trekking poles Binoculars Camera

14 PAGE 14 Pen-knife (remember to put all sharp objects in hold baggage) Reusable cloth bag for shopping (to avoid plastic bags) Please note: This document was downloaded on 26 Oct 2018, and the trip is subject to change.