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Where in Africa will you venture in 2008. Let us help you decide.

Special Offers

7 Night Nosy Be Beach Package

12 Sep to 31 Oct 2008
Minimum two people travelling together

Costs:

R9 230-00 per person sharing

Includes:
  • Return flights ex Johannesburg
  • Return airport transfers in Madagascar
  • 1 night’s accommodation in Antananarivo
  • 6 night’s accommodation at Vanila Hotel on Nosy Be
  • Breakfast daily
Excludes:
  • Airport taxes
  • Drinks and meals not specified
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Pic Boby & Southern Trekking Explorer

12 Sep to 30 Oct 2008
Minimum 6 people travelling together

Costs:

R16 990-00 per person sharing

Includes:
  • Return airfares on Air Madagascar ex Johannesburg
  • One way fare on Air Madagascar Tulear to Antananarivo
  • Return airport transfers in Madagascar
  • All road transportation for the duration of the tour
  • Services of an English speaking driver / guide
  • 1 night’s accommodation at La Varangue in Antananarivo
  • Breakfast daily at La Varangue Hotel
  • 2 night’s accommodation at Domaine Nature Lodge in Ranomafana
  • Breakfast and dinner daily at Domaine Nature Lodge
  • 2 night’s accommodation at Camp Catta in Andrigita
  • Breakfast daily at Camp Catta
  • 3 night / 4 day trek up Pic Boby
  • Services of a professional trekking guide and porters
  • All meals for the duration of the trek up Pic Boby
  • National Park fees for the trek up Pic Boby
  • 2 night’s accommodation at Motel D’Isalo in Ranohira
  • Breakfast and dinner daily at Motel D’Isalo
  • 2 night’s accommodation at Lakana Vezo in Ifaty
  • Breakfast and dinner daily at Lakana Vezo
  • 1 night’s accommodation at Countryview Guesthouse in Antananarivo
  • Breakfast daily at Countryview Guesthouse
Excludes:
  • Airport taxes +/- R2400-00
  • Drinks and meals not specified
  • Park entrance fees not specified
  • Tips and gratuities
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Nosy Be Starcat Cruise

12 Sep to 31 Oct 2008
Minimum four people travelling together

Costs:

Diver: R16 640-00 per person sharing
Non diver: R15 570-00 per person sharing

Includes:
  • Return flights ex Johannesburg
  • Return airport transfers in Madagascar
  • 1 night’s accommodation in Antananarivo
  • 1 night’s accommodation at Vanila Hotel on Nosy Be
  • Breakfast daily at the hotels
  • 5 night cruise aboard Starcat yacht
  • All meals whilst aboard Starcat
  • All diving whilst aboard Starcat
Excludes:
  • Airport taxes
  • Drinks and meals not specified
  • Diving equipment hire
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Kilimanjaro Ladies Trek || 30 Aug to 06 Sep 2008

It’s no small feat to summit Kilimanjaro, no matter how many people climb the mountain each year. It’s challenging both physically and mentally, and teaches you much about yourself and your abilities to achieve your dreams. Stand on the roof of Africa at Uhuru Peak and realize your dream to summit Kilimanjaro!

Costs:

R15 570-00 per person sharing

Includes:
  • Return flights on Air Tanzania ex Johannesburg
  • Return airport transfers in Tanzania
  • 2 night’s accommodation at Moshi Mountain Inn
  • Breakfast and dinner daily at Moshi Mountain Inn
  • 5 night / 6 day trek on the Machame route
  • Professional guides and porters
  • Tented accommodation on trek
  • All meals, teas and coffees on trek
  • National park fees and trek permits
Excludes:
  • Airport taxes
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal trekking equipment
Conditions:
  • Subject to minimum 4 people travelling together
  • Costs are subject to change in line with currency fluctuations
  • Confirmation is subject to availability at the time of booking
Tour Itinerary:
  • Day 1: Meet at Johannesburg International Airport at 12h00, you will be assisted with check-in for your flight to Tanzania. Depart from Johannesburg at 14h45 on flight TC7909, transitting in Dar Es Salaam you arrive Kilimanjaro International airport at 20h30. Upon arrival you’ll be met and transferred to the Mountain Inn in Moshi. After check in, meet in the lounge for a pre-climb briefing on the trek. After dinner make final preparations before getting a comfortable night’s rest.
  • Day 2: Transfer to Machame gate in Kilimanjaro National Park from where the hike starts. The first section of the climb takes you through the dense montane forest along a ridge, through some giant heather and on to the Machame Campsite. The campsite lies at 3000m and the walk will take 5 to 7 hours.
  • Day 3: Today’s hike takes you up the steep ridge and across moorland to ‘picnic rock' which is an ideal resting spot with spectacular views of the Shira Plateau. Continue on the plateau, passing Shira Cave to reach Shira Campsite where you’ll be staying overnight at an altitude of 3840m. The hike will take approximately 5 to 7 hours.
  • Day 4: Leaving Shira Campsite, the trail climbs gradually towards Kibo. Passing the Lava Tower and Western Breach, you drop down scree slopes and cross a stream. Continue along the ridge passing the Great Barranco Valley to get to the overnight stop, Barranco Campsite which is located at 3950m. The hike takes 5 to 7 hours.
  • Day 5: Crossing the floor of the Great Barranco Valley, continue up the steep climb up Barranco Wall and on to the Karanga river which is the last high altitude water point on this route. After a short rest hike through two shallow valleys before a steep climb over rocky slabs to reach Barafu Campsite at 4600m. The spectacular views are a just reward after 8 to 9 hours of hard hiking.
  • Day 6: A very early start for the summit - Uhuru Peak the highest point in Africa lies at an altitude of 5896m. The ascent takes 6 to 7 hours, reaching Stella Point at sunrise and continuing on to Uhuru Peak just after dawn. Descend retracing your steps back to Barafu Campsite and then hike down the steep path to Mweka Campsite located at 3000m on the edge of the forest. The descent takes 5 to 7 hours. Overnight Mweka Camp
  • Day 7: The last day takes you on a steep path through the forest to the park gate at Mweka Wildlife College. If it’s been raining the path can be very muddy but normally takes 3 to 4 hours to hike down. At the gate you will be met and transferred to the Mountain Innl in Moshi where you will stay overnight.
  • Day 8: An early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg. The flight departs Kilimanjaro at 09h00 and arrives in Johannesburg is at 13h40.
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Amazing Pemba Dive Special | Manta Reef Lodge

Pristine, remote and indisputably unique, Pemba Island is the dream island destination. Superb accommodation, a myriad of water sport activities in addition to diving, excellent cuisine and pampering health spa options will keep you entertained during your stay. Join us for this once off amazing travel special.

Costs:

R14 490-00 per person sharing

Includes:
  • Return flights from Dar Es Salaam to Pemba Island
  • Return airport transfers on Pemba Island
  • 4 night’s at Manta Reef Lodge
  • 3 night’s at the Boathouse
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
  • 6 dive package
Excludes:
  • International flights & airport taxes
  • Marine park fees & dive equipment
  • Visa fees
Conditions:
  • Valid for travel from August 2008 excluding peak season
  • Rates are subject to change in line with currency fluctuations
  • Confirmation is subject to availability at the time of booking
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Luxury Madagascar Dive Escape | Iranja Lodge

There are few island resorts in Madagascar that rival what Iranja has to offer. A luxurious resort, beautiful beaches, a turtle sanctuary, and more than 45 dive sites to explore, it’s a once in a lifetime experience!

Costs:

R26 130-00 per person sharing

Includes:
  • Return flights from Johannesburg to Nosy Be
  • Return airport transfers in Madagascar
  • 2 night’s at Vanila Hotel in an Oceanview airconditioned room on Nosy Be
  • Breakfast daily at Vanila Hotel
  • 5 night’s at Iranja Lodge on Nosy Iranja
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily at Iranja Lodge
  • Local beverages at Iranja Lodge
  • Non motorized watersports at Iranja Lodge
  • 6 dive package at Iranja Lodge
Excludes:
  • Airport taxes
  • Marine park fees & dive equipment
  • Drinks and meals not specified
  • Visa fees
Conditions:
  • Valid for travel from September 2008 excluding peak season
  • Rates are subject to change in line with currency fluctuations
  • Confirmation is subject to availability at the time of booking
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Madagascar Yacht Cruise

Explore the beautiful tropical waters of the Nosy Be archipelago aboard a luxury yacht. Enjoy magnificent sunsets, snorkeling the warm waters and coral reefs and relaxing on white sandy beaches.

Costs:

R16 350-00 per person sharing

Includes:
  • Return flights from Johannesburg to Nosy Be
  • Return airport transfers in Madagascar
  • 3 night’s at Vanila Hotel in an Oceanview airconditioned room on Nosy Be
  • Breakfast daily at Vanila Hotel
  • 4 night’s cruise aboard Yacht Bossi
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily aboard Yacht Bossi
Excludes:
  • Airport taxes
  • Drinks and meals not specified
  • Visa fees
Conditions:
  • Valid for travel from July 2008 excluding peak season
  • Rates are subject to change in line with currency fluctuations
  • Confirmation is subject to availability at the time of booking
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CAPE STORM gear special offer
Book on any Firecloud Adventures tour and qualify for a 10% discount off gear at any Cape Storm retail store. Discount vouchers need to be presented in store.

Conditions
Specials exclude travel in peak holiday periods and remain subject to availability at the time of booking. Standard terms and conditions apply.

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