Indian Ocean Beaches

Thompsons Holidays Indian Ocean Beaches

2008

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Beach Bliss in the Indian Ocean

Content: 2-3

Thompsons Holidays 4-5

Thompsons Top-Up’s 6-9

Mozambique 10-12

Kenya: Mombasa & Malindi 13-16

Seychelles

Zanzibar

Dream the destination... Live the Journey There is no better feeling than relaxing on a beautiful beach on a warm day and then taking a dip in the cool crystal waters of the Indian Ocean. With 30 years experience, Thompsons Holidays has tried and tested each of the resorts that have been listed in this brochure to ensure the highest standards of quality are met.

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Every effort has been made to show you the best of what each of these destinations has to offer with the best value for money. HOTEL GRADING Please note that the hotels in this brochure feature the official star ratings recorded by the hotels themselves. THOMPSONS GRADING Thompsons Holidays have also graded the featured hotels with our own recommended grading system. These are only provided for guidance in comparing and selecting your hotel accommodation. BUDGET: These affordable hotels offer limited facilities, services and in-room amenities. Those travelling on a limited budget will find these hotels quite suitable. Look for these hotels in the Value Vacations brochure. STANDARD: Good, comfortable hotels with all rooms featuring en-suite bathrooms, offering a greater range of facilities and services than Budget hotels.

• When travelling with currency, try and get smaller denominations so that change doesn’t become a problem.

• Check health requirements before entering yellow fever and malaria zones.

SUPERIOR: Generally situated in popular locations, offering superior comfort and quality. These hotels have well-appointed furnishings and offer a wide range of facilities and services. DELUXE: Hotels and resorts offering outstanding service with the highest International standards of accommodation for those who expect quality. These properties are well situated and offer a large range of facilities for the discerning traveller. LUXURY: These resorts and hotels are unique and individually selected by our Product & Contracting Managers. They are situated in prime locations and offer guests unparalleled service and comfort. We believe that those who want only the best in life will not be disappointed.

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(LAGs) in your hand luggage in containers that have a maximum capacity of 100ml each, all packed in one re-sealable, transparent plastic bag, capacity of the bag must not exceed one litre.

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Mozambique

Inhaca Full Day Tour

Maputo Night Safari

Macaneta Day Trip

Full Day at Nacole Gardens

Enjoy a full day excursion to the charming Inhaca Island, where the locals are welcoming and the beaches inviting.

Join your Thompsons host and head out for an evening of great food and a good time, soaking up the evening’s Latin-American/Salsa/ Cuban atmosphere of Maputo’s night life.

Spend a relaxing day at Macaneta Beach, famous for its turquoise blue waters and white sands

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Includes: - One and a half hour boat trip to Inhaca Island - Swimming and snorkelling at Portuguese Island - Swimming at any of the beaches - Lunch on Inhaca Island at a local, traditional restaurant - Optional activities include guided snorkelling, and open Land Rover trips on the island. All available on request, at an additional cost.

R837 pp

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Cultural Bush Tour (By Bike or 4x4)

Robinson Crusoe Sea Safari

Evening Tamarind Dhow

Half Day tour that takes you back to nature and away from people. Join one of our speed boats for an exclusive Seafari to an untouched, unique and sacred area of Kenya’s south coast. Cruise past the ancient and sacred rainforest of Kaya Kinondo (Swahili Kaya - sacred) towards Gazi bay and Chale Island. The shallow and clear waters of this area offer some excellent snorkelling and fun diving with an abundance of reef fish and if you are lucky, some friendly resident dolphins. Enjoy lunch of grilled fresh fish, chicken, fresh salads and fruit “Robinson Crusoe” style.

There is only one place in the whole world which can offer as a backdrop the glittering stars of the African skies above the twinkling lights of Mombasa ’s Old port - The Tamarind Dhow. The Dhow slips her moorings at 18h30 and the magic spell begins with a glass of a classic sundowner cocktail “dawa” and the strains of soft music from the resident band, the clients are assured a tasty feast and 4 hours of absolute pleasure.

R713 pp

R1 211 pp

Includes: - Dinner at a typical Maputo Restaurant. - Visit to popular and vibrant bars. - Dancing in one of Maputo’s trendiest nightclubs. - A Thompsons guide will drive you around safely and ensure you have a good time!

Includes: - Visit to Marracuene Village and cultural homestead. - Boat transfer across the Incomati River. - Spend the remainder of the morning at leisure at Macaneta Beach, with its beautiful extensive beach and relaxing environment. - Lunch is served at Marracuene Lodge. - Afternoon at leisure relaxing in the surrounds of Marracuene Lodge.

Mombasa

Mombasa City Tour Visit the Akamba Handicraft Centre where you may buy souvenirs direct from the traditional Akamba wood carvers. After this you proceed to the huge and famous Tusks over Moi Avenue erected in 1952. The next stop is Fort Jesus to enjoy a short walk through the Old Town. This ancient and impressive maze of architectural wonder will bring you to the Old Dhow Harbour , which is still occasionally used by Dhows from Arabia and India . To end the tour you visit the Mombasa Market well known for its spices and bargains. R242 pp

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R631 pp

Nacole is a private holding of 100 acres of indigenous trees and pristine bush in Pemba Bay that shelters numerous bird, small mammal and insect species. Streams running through the property attract terrapins and crabs, the bay-side white sand beach is screened by mangrove trees. Enjoy a walk in this garden and see spectacular baobabs, birdlife and mangroves with drinks at sunset on a secluded beach. If you would like to spend the full day there, pack a picnic, towels, costumes and sun block or take your own meat to braai on the BBQ. Drinks are available to buy there. R208 pp

Experience a half day tour to the coastal countryside that offers a different perspective to the Kenya’s tribal heritage. The tour provides a glimpse into the traditions and cultures of the coastal people with a visit to a Giriama or Digo Village with our local guide. Continue to Kaloleni to visit the local market and thereafter drive to Kenya Marine land on the North coast, which offers an opportunity to observe numerous species of tropical marine life in giant aquariums. A snake park, situated nearby is also visited. Includes refreshments and snacks. R630 pp

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Seychelles

Full Day Discovery Tour of Mahe Island

Full Day Sister & Coco Islands

R1 145 pp

Visit the Vallee-de-Mai on Mahe Island, the only place on earth where the giant Coco-de-Mer nut grows in its natural state - a walk along the tended paths of this primeval forest, listening to the trill of the rare Black Parrot, giving credence to the legends of this World Heritage Site being the original Garden of Eden. The tour includes a visit to the famous Anse Lazio beach, before the 30-minute crossing to La Digue, during which one has a good chance to spot dolphins. La Digue island combines the comforts of the 21st century blending smoothly with the tranquility of yesteryear. R2 116pp

A deserted island experience, Sister Island boasts one of the finest beaches in Seychelles and is un-inhabited. The reef on the western side is ideal for snorkelling, while the island’s prolific coconut plantation lends itself well to exploration. A typical Creole barbeque is served on the beach. The tour’s highlight is the afternoon’s snorkelling off Coco Island. Coco island is a small granitic outcrop sporting a few palm trees. For the un-initiated, our crew is on hand with lightweight snorkelling vests to ensure that no-one misses this unique experience to view the underwater world. R1 427 pp

Stonetown Walking tour

Spice Tour

Kizimkazi Dolphins

Prison Island

The half day tour starts at the House of Wonder. Proceeding to the Sultan’s Palace which now is a museum. The tour includes visits to Livingstone House and Market where local fruits and vegetables are sold. The Anglican Church built on the site of the old slave market, State House and a pass by the Zanzibar Museum. On our way, we pass the High Court of Zanzibar, Tip tipu House, the first British High Commission, Jamituri garden and end the tour at the old fort building.

A wonderful opportunity to see spices like cloves, cinnamon, black pepper, nutmeg, turmeric root, actually growing in the plantations, furthermore you will see plants like the Henna bush, Lipstick tree and Lemongrass. Finally you will visit the Kidichi Persian Baths that were built by the first Sultan of Zanzibar in 1850 and Maruhubi Palace Ruins built by the third Sultan of Zanzibar in 1880 built especially for housing 99 of his harem. Sensible shoes and hats are advisable.

Enjoy a boat trip to Kizimkazi where you can feed the dolphins in the more shallow waters around the reefs and see schools of bottlenose and humpbacked dolphins that are frequently seen from boats and beaches around the coasts. From the south-western village of Kizimkazi, sightseeing trips into the bay provide a wonderful opportunity to see and even to swim with these friendly creatures.

Board a local dhow from Stonetown and head towards Prison Island, also known as Chumbe Island, famous for its excellent views of Stone Town and for its giant tortoises imported from Aldabra in the Seychelles in the late 19th century. They stand up to a rather staggeringly one metre high, could feasibly be hundreds of years old, and are frequently seen copulating. The beautiful beach is an ideal spot for sunbathing and the clear waters lend to excellent snorkelling. You can also ride the Tortoises!

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The tour starts from your hotel, with a transfer La Digue island, followed by an ox-cart transfer to tour l”Union Estate copra sheds and the giant land tortoises. The tour of La Digue resumes by ‘camion’, an open-sided truck with canopy, stopping at Anse Source d’Argent, one of the most spectacular beaches in the world. A Creole lunch is arranged at a local restaurant at around 13h15, followed by a beach siesta before returning to Praslin island on the 16h30 schooner.

Zanzibar

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Full Day Praslin & La Digue Tour

The tour begins at the colonial centre of “the world’s smallest capital”, Victoria. Next stop at the ‘Codevar’ building where local crafts, including the renowned Creole Gold are on display for sale. A stop at the historical Mission Lodge, en-route to the quaint hillside Creole restaurant for lunch. After lunch, the tour continues around the southern tip of the island to the restored colonial plantation of ‘Jardin du Roi’. Tour the surrounding plantation of vegetables, exotic fruits, herbs and spices. Enjoy a stop at the Craft Village on the way back.

Full Day La Digue Tour

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Mozambique

Catamaran cruise

Mozambique

i CAPITAL CITY: Maputo LANGUAGE: Portuguese. English is widely spoken CURRENCY: Metical (Mtn). Most hotels and restaurants in Mozambique accept Rands as payment

VISA: SA passport holders do not require a visa AREA: 801, 590 km2 TIME DIFFERENCE: Same as SA time

Street in Inhambane

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No inoculations are required. Anti Malaria precautions are recommended

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL The best times to visit are between May and November, when both rainfall and temperatures are at their lowest. It’s also possible to travel during the early part of the warmer, rainy season from November to January (though be prepared for high temperatures, especially in January). The heaviest rains fall from about February to March/April where many of the roads become impassable and flooding is common in the south and centre.

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Mozambique is located on the South Eastern coast of Africa and is bordered by Tanzania to the North, South Africa and Swaziland to the South, Zimbabwe to the West and Zambia and Malawi to the northwest. Maputo the capital of Mozambique, known as the “land of smiles” boasts interesting colonial architecture and is the best place to enjoy Mozambique’s famous LM prawns. Visitors can explore the city, particularly the old town where you can pick up exotic spices, nuts and nick-nacks at the town’s many colourful markets, the most popular being the bustling market place at Costa del Sol. The beaches of Mozambique offer sandy palm-fringed beaches, coral reefs and qualify as some of the most beautiful places in Africa. The Bazaruto archipelago, Inhambane, Inhaca and Pemba are the places that make Mozambique holidays unforgettable. With sunshine, endless sandy white beaches and clear waters, it is a perfect holiday destination.

Be it lazing on the beach, diving, fishing or just enjoying the local cuisine of seafood which is found in abundance, Mozambique has something for everybody.

Getting There There are flights to Maputo daily with flights to Inhambane on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Flights are available to Vilancoulos on a Monday and Friday on Air Travelmax and daily on Pelican Air. Flying time to Maputo is approximately 50 minutes and to Vilanculos and Inhambane is approximately 2 hours from Johannesburg. Flights are available on LAM, Travelmax or Pelican Air. Flights to Pemba are operated by LAM and depart on a Wednesday and Friday. Flying time is approximately 4 and a half hours.

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Southern Sun Maputo

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Hotel Avenida

SUPERIOR

LOCATION: 7km’s from Maputo International Airport on Avenida de Marginal.

LOCATION: 10km’s from Maputo International Airport on Julius Nyerere Avenue in Maputo city centre.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The hotel is situated on the beachfront with a total of 158 rooms all with private bathroom, air-conditioning, Satellite TV, direct dial telephone, internet access, tea/ coffee making facilities, in room safe and hairdryer. Southern Sun Maputo Restaurant offers a wholesome buffet breakfast, as well as a la carte and buffet dinner. Light meals and sundowners are available on the outdoor terrace overlooking the sparkling ocean with sundowners served in the hotel bar. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre with golf, tennis and fishing nearby.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Hotel Avenida offers 159 rooms all with air-conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, mini bar, direct dial telephone, bath robes, hairdryer and electronic safe. There is one main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with a lobby bar open The hotel has a swimming pool and bar situated on the rooftop with a second bar situated in the lobby. There is a health club and parking available on the hotel premises.

Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 2 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Polana Serena Hotel

Mtn 520 Mtn 70 Mtn 50 Mtn 75 Mtn 50 Mtn 270

DELUXE

Ex JNB from R5 058 pp Ex DUR from R5 017 pp Ex CPT from R7 122 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Pestana Bazaruto Lodge

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STANDARD

LOCATION: Located in the heart of Maputo on Julius Nyerere Avenue.

LOCATION: Pestana Bazaruto Lodge is on the largest island of

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Polana Serena Hotel in Maputo will be undergoing a refurbishment, set to commence during July 2008 and completed by mid-2009, the changing face of this grande dame of Maputo will not inconvenience guests and it will be business as usual during the refurbishments.

the Bazaruto Archipelago, approximately 800km North of Maputo.

Services include: porterage, concierge, guest relations, reception, 24 hours room service, breakfast, lunch, dinner and bar service, gym, tennis court, telephone and fax, Internet (Wireless), the business centre, laundry & dry cleaning, as well as all facilities in the rooms to meet the Hotel’s 5-star standards.

Ex JNB from R4 201 pp Ex DUR from R4 201 pp Ex CPT from R5 903 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 2 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Mtn 1750 Mtn 75 Mtn 70 Mtn 80 Mtn 70 Mtn 300

Mozambique - Maputo & Islands

Ex JNB from R3 652 pp Ex DUR from R3 652 pp Ex CPT from R5 595 pp

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The lodge offers 40 “A-frame” thatched bungalows comprising of 13 standard rooms, 23 superior rooms plus 4 suites. Every bungalow offers air-conditioning & ceiling fan and a private bathroom with an enclosed outdoor shower. There is one restaurant with African drums announcing dinner every evening. For lunch, a light meal can be served by the pool or a picnic prepared for the beach. The bar is situated by the swimming pool and a games room/TV lounge with DSTV, local crafts shop and internet facilities available at the main Lodge. There is also a free shuttle daily to Dolphin Bay.

Ex JNB from R10 947 pp Ex DUR from R12 298 pp Ex CPT from R12 890 pp Meals: Full Board ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

FULL BOARD IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Tea and coffee Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine US$ 29 Small bottle of water US$ 1 Can of cold drink US$ 2

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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Barra Lodge Beach Resort standard

Flamingo Bay Water Lodge SUPERIOR

LOCATION: A 30 minute drive from Inhambane airport and 485km’s from Maputo.

LOCATION: A 30 minute drive from Inhambane airport and 485km’s from Maputo.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Barra Lodge offers 20 family casitas with 1 double bed and 2 single beds all with mosquito nets, an en-suite shower, toilet, hand basin and tea/coffee making facilities. Fresh seafood dominates the menu with prawns, calamari and fresh line fish remaining the ever-popular favourites. Every Wednesday and Saturday evening Barra Lodge boasts a sumptuous buffet dinner served in the beach bar with live Mozambican entertainment. The beach bar is open daily and offers drinks, light meals and fresh pizza’s allowing one to enjoy all day on the beach. For water lovers a host of activities are available at an additional supplement.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Luxury water chalets that are spacious and well appointed with a balcony, wide opening sliding doors and air-conditioning. All chalets are situated on stilts in the crystal clear tidal waters of Inhambane Bay and connected to the main building by wooden walkways where sunbathing, swimming and snorkelling can be enjoyed directly from your chalet. The restaurant overlooks the swimming pool which merges into the view across the bay. Enjoy cocktails on the pool deck while watching the sunset or enjoy your meals in the morning or evening either indoors or outdoors. The bar is a gathering point attracting guests to share their days experiences and enjoy the magical sunsets.

Ex JNB from R6 161 pp Ex DUR from R6 161 pp Ex CPT from R8 105 pp

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Meals: Breakfast and dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Benguerra Lodge

Mtn 400 Mtn 40 Mtn 20 Mtn 45 Mtn 35 Mtn 230

SUPERIOR

Ex JNB from R8 304 pp Ex DUR from R8 304 pp Ex CPT from R10 247 pp Meals: Breakfast and dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

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Marlin Lodge

Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Mtn 480 Mtn 40 Mtn 20 Mtn 45 Mtn 35 Mtn 280

SUPERIOR

LOCATION: The Lodge is situated on the protected North West side of Benguerra Island (Bazaruto Archipelago).

LOCATION: The Lodge is situated on Benguerra Island (Bazaruto Archipelago).

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: There are three different kinds of accommodation at Benguerra: 2 double cabanas, 10 casitas and 1 exclusive villa all offering sea views, en suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, overhead fans and mosquito nets. The Main Lodge consists of a large reception area, gift shop, expansive lounge and bar, dining room, library all with large wooden decks and indoor and outdoor seating areas. There is also a swimming pool and small spa. Activities include scuba diving, snorkelling, saltwater fly fishing, deep-sea fishing, land rover trips, island tours, Dhow Cruising, sea kayaking, day trips on Stiletto, the 38ft catamaran, castaway picnics, beachcombing and bird watching.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Marlin lodge offers 14 luxury beach chalets and 3 executive beach suites all set just above the beach, sea facing, and only a few steps from the white sands of flamingo bay beach. All rooms feature an en-suite bathroom, shower, roof fan, air-conditioning, four-poster bed with mosquito netting, his and her basins, inside & outside showers, private lounge, private veranda with deck chairs, mini bar and a private walkway to the beach. Meals are served in the open air dining room, on the beach under the stars, or privately-for-two on your terrace or under your beach gazebo. Activities include windsurfing, catamaran sailing, kite flying, scuba diving as well as game fishing.

Ex JNB from R25 358 pp Ex DUR from R26 715 pp Ex CPT from R27 308 pp Meals: All Inclusive ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

ALL INCLUSIVE IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Snacks - Local beer and wine - Cold Drinks - Tea and coffee - Water

Ex JNB from R15 461 pp Ex DUR from R16 819 pp Ex CPT from R17 411 pp Meals: Full Board ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate.

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WHAT THINGS COST: IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Tea and coffee Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine US$ 23 Small bottle of water US$ 1 Can of cold drink US$ 1.3

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Indigo Bay Island Resort & Spa SUPERIOR

LOCATION: Situated in Pemba, five minutes from Pemba Airport.

LOCATION: On Bazaruto Island which lies 30km East of the mainland.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Pemba Beach has 102 rooms consisting of 60 sea-facing Classic Rooms, 32 stylish Courtyard Rooms with sea-facing or partial sea-facing views, 2 Royal Suites with stunning sea views, or 8 self-catering villas. All rooms are air-conditioned and contain en-suite bathroom with bath and shower, mini-bar, satellite TV, direct dial telephone, tea/coffee making facilities and electronic safe.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Indigo Bay Island Resort and Spa offers 29 Beach Chalets, 1 Beach Honeymoon Chalet, 12 Luxury Bay View Villas, 1 Executive Matemo Suite and 1 Presidential Villa. Each chalet and villa offers complete luxury, with air-conditioning, mosquito screens, en-suite bathrooms, mini-bars, 24-hour power, satellite TV and telephone access. Indigo Bay‘s living areas boast spectacular restaurants specializing in seafood, and exotic bars with original walls dating back to the early Portuguese traders... This island resort caters for nature lovers, adrenaline junkies and those simply in need of pampering. Activities include diving, fishing, snorkelling, bird watching, dune boarding and horse riding.

At night guests enjoy the Niassa Bar and the Quirimbas Restaurant where leading chefs whip up a blend of international and local cuisine, with local Mozambique seafood in abundance. Pemba Beach offers a range of activities like snorkelling, windsurfing, diving, deep-sea fishing and spa.

Ex JNB from R7 835 pp Ex DUR from R7 835 pp Ex CPT from R9 779 pp

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Medjumbe Private Island

US$ 40 US$ 3.5 US$ 3 US$ 3 US$ 3 US$ 12

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Ex JNB from R16 023 pp Ex DUR from R17 380 pp Ex CPT from R17 972 pp Meals: Full Board ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

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Matemo Island

WHAT THINGS COST: IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Tea and coffee Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine US$ 40 Small bottle of water US$ 3 Can of cold drink US$ 3

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LOCATION: North of the Quirimbas Archipelago, a 45-minute flight from mainland Pemba in Northern Mozambique.

LOCATION: Matemo Island is located in the 250km long Quirimbas Archipelago, a mere 20 minute flight from the mainland.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The 13 palm-thatched beach chalets on Medjumbe offer a full en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor shower, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, hair dryer, mini bar, an electronic safe, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Each chalet has a private plunge pool. The hotel offers diving, fishing and watersports such as sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, water-skiing. Wake and knee boarding is also available. Sunset cruises by boat or local dhow provide the end to a perfect day.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Each of the 24 palm-thatched, air-conditioned chalets offers a sea view, en-suite bathrooms, outside showers and deck hammocks, ceiling fans, full mosquito screening, hair dryer, mini bar, personal electronic safe, satellite TV and the convenience of tea/coffee making facilities.

Ex JNB from R22 532 pp Ex DUR from R22 532 pp Ex CPT from R24 615 pp Meals: All Inclusive ACCOMMODATION: 5 Nights

ALL INCLUSIVE IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Snacks - Local beer and wine - Cold Drinks - Tea and coffee - Water

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Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate.

Activities include diving, deep sea fishing, watersports such as wind surfing, water skiing, wake and knee boarding, as well as sailing (Hobie Cat or Gypsy Sailing Dinghy). Land sports include volleyball, beach tennis and cricket. Guided and unguided snorkelling is available.

Ex JNB from R20 425 pp Ex DUR from R20 425 pp Ex CPT from R21 506 pp Meals: Full Board ACCOMMODATION: 5 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Tea and coffee Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine US$ 40 Small bottle of water US$ 3 Can of cold drink US$ 3

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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Kenya - Mombasa & Malindi

Kenya - Mombasa & Malindi

Beach life The picturesque town is built on an island and is attached to the mainland by two deepwater harbours. To the North it is joined to Tudor Creek by a toll bridge, with views over the harbour linking the town to the North Coast resorts, night clubs and restaurants. On the South side a ferry carries cars and passengers over Kilindini Creek to the entrance of the modern port area, en route to the splendid beaches and hotels on the South Coast.

i CAPITAL CITY: Nairobi LANGUAGE: English is widely spoken, with Swahili being the official language

Malindi Malindi is the second largest coastal town of Kenya and it is situated about 120 km north of Mombasa just a little south of the equator. Malindi conjures up visions of a great historic town that has journeyed through ages. The culture, economy and general setup of any given place changes with time, and Malindi has journeyed through these eras with much pomp and flair.

CURRENCY: Kenyan Schilling (Ksh). We recommend taking US Dollars as the preferred foreign exchange VISA: No visas are required for SA passport holders AREA: 586, 600 km2 TIME DIFFERENCE: SA Time + 1 hour HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: A yellow fever certificate is required, and anti-malaria precautions are recommended

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL Kenya is generally a dry area with pleasant overall conditions all year round. There is a wet season between April and June and a second in November and December. Temperatures are consistent throughout the year and cool for an equatorial region, ranging mostly in the high 20C to low 30C.

The Kenyan coast is lined with pristine white sand beaches fringing the warm inviting waters of the Indian Ocean. Here the wilderness meets the sea, and the ocean itself holds a world of spectacular coral reefs teeming with life and colour. The coast is a place with a long and exotic history, its calm blue waters the traditional passage of the Arabian Spice Trade. Along the length of this coast, Arab and Portuguese forts, Old Towns and the overgrown, deserted ruins of Swahili outposts bear witness to this fascinating history. In the winding medieval streets and bustling markets of Lamu and Mombasa Old Town, life has continued unhurried and unchanged for more than 400 years. This blend of natural beauty and living history creates an exotic paradise unlike anywhere else on earth.

From the time of the early Chinese and Arab traders to the Portuguese sailors and later on to European settlers who alongside other investors have transformed Malindi into a reputable destination of tourism importance. There is much warmth and hospitality of the people of Kenya to experience here in Malindi.

Getting There: There are flights to Kenya daily from Johannesburg with add on options also available from the other major cities. Flying time is approximately 4 hours from Johannesburg and you have the choice of Kenya Airways and SAA.

Mombasa Mombasa is Kenya’s second largest town and its only port, offering some of the best sandy white beaches and coral reefs in Africa. Camel ride on Mombasa Beach

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Basking in the sun in Mombasa

Dream the destination... Live the journey.

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Dream of Africa

deluxe

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Malindi Beach

SUPERIOR

LOCATION: In Malindi on Silversand Beach.

LOCATION: In Malindi on Silversand Beach.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Dream of Africa is an all-inclusive hotel situated on the sandy shores of Malindi. The hotel consists of 35 rooms including 3 Junior suites and 2 suites. Each room boasts a king-size bed or twin beds fitted with mosquito nets, air conditioning with individual climate control and ceiling fan, satellite TV, free internet connection, sofa-bed, tea table, mini-bar, digital in room safe and telephone via operator. A Jacuzzi bathtub and shower are found in each room. The hotel offers 2 choices of dining in either the main restaurant with its “a la carte” menu and Italian theme or the Pool Restaurant and Bar offering fresh fruits and snacks. Activities include windsurfing, canoe, sailing and a International PADI diving center.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This is an all inclusive hotel offering 23 rooms including 6 sea-facing rooms situated in two level villas. Amenities include air conditioning with individual control, balconies or terraces, TV with international cable, satellite, mini-fridge, personal in-room safe box and shower.

Ex JNB from R13 124 pp Ex DUR from R14 536 pp Ex CPT from R14 890 pp

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Ex JNB from R12 312 pp Ex DUR from R13 865 pp Ex CPT from R14 301 pp Meals: Fully Inclusive ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

Indian Ocean Beach Resort SUPERIOR

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FULLY INCLUSIVE IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Snacks - Local beer and wine - Coldrinks - Tea and coffee - Water

Mombasa Serena Beach

SUPERIOR

LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Diani Beach.

LOCATION: On the North Coast of Mombasa on Shanzu Beach.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Bordering a marine park, this lodge has 100 rooms in clusters of thatched cottages, each room with its own veranda, en-suite bath/shower and separate toilet. There are 3 restaurants: Ocean Terrace, Spices and Bahari Cove each offering different cuisine menus with three bars: The Sultans Lounge, Coconut Willy’s and Bahari Beach Bar. The hotel has a 200m free-form swimming pool in addition to 3 additional plunge pools scattered around the property. Watersports include deep-sea fishing, windsurfing, snorkelling, sailing, scuba diving, glass bottom boat, sea-scope boards, pedalos, kayaks and local ‘Ngalawa’ outrigger canoes. Resident musicians perform daily with visiting cabaret artists entertaining during special theme evenings.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This hotel offers 166 air-conditioned rooms and suites with most rooms offering a sea view or courtyard garden view. All rooms offer satellite TV, air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, in room safe, hairdryer, mini bar and free mineral water.

Ex JNB from R9 344 pp Ex DUR from R10 801 pp Ex CPT from R11 105 pp Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Ksh 1250 Ksh 220 Ksh 200 Ksh 110 Ksh 100 Ksh 400

Mombasa & Malindi

Meals: Fully Inclusive ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

FULLY INCLUSIVE IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Snacks - Local beer and wine - Coldrinks - Tea and coffee - Water

This hotel has 1 restaurant with a Mediterranean flair which serves breakfast, lunch and Dinner “al a Carte style”. Malindi Beach has 2 swimming pools including a beach side pool, sports center which offers windsurfing, canoe, sailing, table tennis, archery.

This hotel has 3 restaurants and 2 bars, the Swahili themed Fountain restaurant is a strictly smart restaurant with the Jahazi grill restaurant offering sea food and Italian orientated meals. Sokoni restaurant offers an “al la Carte” menu. Activities include glass-bottom boat trips, windsurfing, deep-sea fishing, catamaran sailing, introductory scuba diving lessons and snorkelling.

Ex JNB from R10 077 pp Ex DUR from R11 534 pp Ex CPT from R11 837 pp Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Ksh 2200 Ksh 240 Ksh 200 Ksh 200 Ksh 100 Ksh 450

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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Leopard Beach Resort

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Diani Reef Resort & Spa

LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Diani Beach.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Offering 148 rooms ranging from Standard rooms to Garden view and Sea facing with some Superior rooms and Suites. All rooms are air-conditioned, with shower, bath, bidet, satellite television, mini bar, direct dial telephone, tea & coffee making facilities and hairdryers in all rooms. The Superior rooms, Suites and Chui class cottages have a safe. Guests are spoilt for choice with 5 restaurants and 4 bars available to choose from. Uzuri Spa and Fitness Resort is a unique place to relax and unwind offering a wide range of treatments and therapies: the perfect place for complete relaxation and rejuvenation. A watersports centre offers scuba diving, deep sea fishing, windsurfing, glass bottom boat trips, snorkelling, kite surfing, catamaran, kayak and pedalo hire.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This resort offers a choice of Garden Facing Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, Penthouse Suites and Presidential Suites. All 144 rooms include either balconies or terraces with satellite television, internet connections, mini-bars, hairdryers, tea and coffee making facilities, air conditioning and room safes. Two bedrooms are available for wheelchair users. The hotel has 3 restaurants and a pastry shop with 5 bars scattered throughout the resort. There is a wide variety of land and water-based activities including tennis, squash, wind surfing, kite surfing, jet skis, sea kayaks, darts, pool and Table Tennis plus an entertainment program catering for all ages.

Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Ksh 2400 Ksh 225 Ksh 175 Ksh 175 Ksh 100 Ksh 1250

Pinewood Village Beach Resort standard

Ex JNB from R9 171 pp Ex DUR from R10 628 pp Ex CPT from R10 932 pp Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Ksh 2000 Ksh 230 Ksh 180 Ksh 120 Ksh 90 Ksh 600

Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort standard

LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Galu Beach.

LOCATION: On the North on Bamburi Beach.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Pinewood Village Beach Resort is a small boutique hotel with 58 rooms of which there are 36 Standard Rooms, 18 Suites and 4 Executive Suites all offering either a garden view or sea view, king size beds, en suite bathrooms, mosquito net, ceiling fan and air-conditioning, telephone and a room safe.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Offering 338 rooms comprising of Standard, Seafront and Palm rooms, Executive and Presidential Suites.

The hotel has 4 restaurants and 3 bars with the suites offering a personal chef for in room dining. This resort boasts an all in one watersports center, Aqualand offering scuba diving, kite surfing, windsurfing, snorkelling, jet skiing and big game fishing.

Ex JNB from R9 769pp Ex DUR from R11 226 pp Ex CPT from R11 530 pp Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Ksh 1700 Ksh 160 Ksh 70 Ksh 50 Ksh 80 Ksh 650

All rooms offer en-suite facilities, safety deposit boxes, mini bar, mosquito net, direct dial telephone, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryers. There is a choice of 3 restaurants and 4 bars offering evening entertainment, live bands and quiz evenings. A wide variety of sporting activities are available to choose from with a wide selection of water sports including 5 free form swimming pools and waterslide. Activities include jet skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, banana boat rides, leisure cruises to the reef on glass bottomed boats and scuba diving.

Ex JNB from R10 214 pp Ex DUR from R11 671 pp Ex CPT from R11 975 pp Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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SUPERIOR

LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Diani Beach.

Ex JNB from R10 018 pp Ex DUR from R11 475 pp Ex CPT from R11 779 pp

Mombasa

deluxe

Dream the destination... Live the journey.

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Ksh 1600 Ksh 200 Ksh 240 Ksh 250 Ksh 120 Ksh 1150

Seychelles

What a way to spend the day!

i CAPITAL CITY: Victoria

Seychelles

LANGUAGE: Three official languages, English, Creole and French CURRENCY: Seychelles Rupee (Sr). We recommend taking Euros’ as the preferred foreign exchange VISA: SA passport holders do not require a visa AREA: Total land area of all 115 islands is 455 km2 TIME DIFFERENCE: SA Time + 2 hours HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: No vaccinations are presently required

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL Seychelles lies outside the cyclone belt and enjoys stable weather year round with the temperature never dropping below 24C or rising above 32C. There are two distinct seasons, from May to September the South East trade winds bring dry and cooler weather and October to March the North West trade winds bring warm and humid weather. January and February are generally rainy periods on the islands.

White sand beach in Praslin The Seychelles islands are of the most beautiful islands in the world and still unspoilt offering days of perpetual summer and a rare combination of people and nature living in close harmony. The Seychelles is made up of 115 islands and they are located 1000 miles off the East African coast in the Indian Ocean. Of all of the islands, Mahe is the most developed and visited with many visitors venturing across to Praslin, La Digue and recently Silhouette Island. Mahe Island has 75 beaches in total with the most popular of all the beaches being Beau Vallon Bay. All the islands of Seychelles are unique with their own beautiful settings, crystal clear waters and shady swaying palms. Each island of Seychelles offers a unique experience with something to offer for every traveller. Although the Seychelles offer the full range of accommodation from self-catering apartments to luxury hotels, careful planning has ensured that the islands have retained the astonishing beauty and quiet charm that attracted the first tourists.

Right from the start, the government decreed that no new building could be higher than the surrounding palm trees, with the result that big-city levels of comfort and convenience have been achieved in thoroughly Seychellois settings. The Seychellois are connoisseurs of good food with the origins of their racially mixed backgrounds making interesting and exotic cooking. The main meal of the day is eaten in the evening and with so much of life in the Seychelles dominated by the ocean it is little wonder that many of the recipes include fish.

Getting There Air Seychelles flies direct to Mahe, Seychelles on a Friday and Sunday with add on options available from other major centres. Flying time is approximately 4 hours.

Seychelles coastline

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Seychelles - Mahe HHH

Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay

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Le Meridien Barbarons

LOCATION: West of Mahe Island, 22 km from the airport.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: 232 furnished rooms are spread out over a view of magnificently landscaped tropical gardens. All are equipped with air-conditioning, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities and a shower. The hotel has a choice of 3 restaurants, Parrot Restaurant, Pizzeria and Le Canton Chinese Restaurant with a Teppanyaki corner and 4 bars: Pool bar, Pizzeria bar, Silhouette lounge/bar and the casino bar. Recreational facilities include a casino, tennis courts, volleyball, a 5 Star PADI Dive Centre & School, complimentary windsurfing, canoeing & sailing. Para gliding, water scooters, deep sea fishing and snorkelling are also available at a nominal fee. A complimentary shuttle service is available to Victoria or Berjaya Mahe Beach Resort or Port Launay Beach at selected time intervals.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: With a choice of 124 rooms featuring standard rooms with garden views, superior rooms with ocean views and deluxe rooms and ocean view suites offering beach views. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, TV with Satellite, internet access, mini bar & an electronic safe. Le Méridien Barbarons features two restaurants with exciting concepts and two bars which will offer a variety of cocktails and eating options. Recreational facilities include canoes, pedal boats, snorkelling equipment, beach volleyball & mini golf. A PADI Dive centre is available on the premises. The Penguin Kids Club is available for children from 6 to 12 years of age and is open daily from 09h00 to 17h00 hours at no additional cost.

Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Can of local beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Can of cold drink Light lunch

Le Meridien Fishermans Cove

US$ 36 US$ 4 US$ 3 US$ 3 US$ 4 US$ 13

SUPERIOR

Ex JNB from R13 305 pp Ex DUR from R14 068 pp Ex CPT from R14 384 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

Sunset Beach Hotel

€ 25 € 10 €5 €4 € 2.5 € 28

sUPERIOR

LOCATION: Tucked away on the Southern end of Beau Vallon beach.

LOCATION: North of Mahe Island, 16 km from the airport.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: 68 Rooms all with a sea view. All rooms have air conditioning, balcony or terrace, separate walk in shower, bath tub and twin basins, IDD telephone, internet connection, mini bar, safe, hairdryer, satellite TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Le Méridien Fisherman’s Cove offers two restaurants and one bar with 24 hour room service. Recreational facilities with all water sports, including waterskiing, parasailing, diving and deep-sea fishing, are available next to the hotel, at a charge. Non-motorised water sports, including sailing, hobie cat and windsurfing, are offered at no extra cost to guests. A newly created Zen Fitness & Spa Centre offers a wide choice of beauty treatments and massages.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: An intimate hotel with 29 rooms consisting of Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites and Luxury villas. Each room or villa has its own mini bar, air conditioning, direct-dial telephone, en-suite bath & shower, tea/coffee making facilities and a safe deposit box. With one restaurant offering Creole and International cuisine, the mouthwatering Creole cooking style draws on the vibrancy and variety of local fruit and vegetables together with freshly caught seafood. The swimming pool overlooks the Indian Ocean and there is also a games room and a sun deck. The hotel offers snorkelling from its own beach and the hotel can also arrange other activities such as sailing and scuba diving from nearby Beau Vallon Bay. No children under 10 years are accepted at this hotel.

Ex JNB from R23 173 pp Ex DUR from R23 936 pp Ex CPT from R24 253 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

€ 25 € 10 €5 €4 € 2.5 € 28

Ex JNB from R15 469 pp Ex DUR from R16 233 pp Ex CPT from R16 549 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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standard

LOCATION: North of Mahe Island, overlooking the Indian Ocean

Ex JNB from R8 910 pp Ex DUR from R9 674 pp Ex CPT from R9 990 pp

Seychelles - Mahe

standard

Dream the destination... Live the journey.

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

€ 25 € 10 €5 €4 € 2.5 € 28

Seychelles - Mahe & Praslin HHHHH

Hilton Seychelles Northolme

SUPERIOR

LOCATION: North East Coast of Mahe Island, 40 Minutes from the airport. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Offering 40 Ocean view Hillside Villas all offering a king sized bed, seating area with sofa, internet access, plasma TV & DVD player, luxury bathroom with walk-in shower, whirlpool bath, mineral water and fruit. Restaurants and bars include the open-air Hilltop Restaurant, Les Cocotiers “a la carte” restaurant, Lobby Lounge serving fruit juices, cocktails and afternoon tea, Ocean View Bar with an open sun deck and the Crow’s Nest, a multi-function room with tables for pool, tennis, cards, chess and other board games. Other facilities include the infinity swimming pool, scuba dive centre where fishing or snorkelling trips can be arranged as well as the Duniye Spa with various treatments.

Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of imported wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

Indian Ocean Lodge

€ 25 € 5.50 €5 €4 €3 € 14

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Banyan Tree Seychelles

LUXURY

LOCATION: South Coast of Mahe Island, 30 Minutes from the airport. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: With a choice of 47 villas to choose from offering a private swimming pool, double sun lounger on pool deck, pavilion with living and dining area, bedroom with king-size bed, indoor sunken tub with deluxe shower, his & her vanity counter, bathrobes, hair dryer, coffee & tea making facilities, mini-bar, IDD telephone, color TV, in-villa safe, air-conditioning and wireless & wired internet access. Guests are spoilt for choice with dining as there are many options, including in-villa dining. Facilities include tennis courts, free form pool, gym, snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing and kayaking with scuba diving, and deep sea fishing available off site. Banyan Tree Spa provides an extensive range of massage, body and beauty treatments.

Ex JNB from R33 796 pp Ex DUR from R34 560 pp Ex CPT from R34 876 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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Paradise Sun

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea Bottle of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

US$ 55 US$ 8 US$ 5 US$ 5 US$ 6 US$ 15

SUPERIOR

LOCATION: West Coast of Praslin, 5 Minutes from the airport.

LOCATION: North East Coast of Praslin, 20 Minutes from the airport.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: There are 32 rooms all situated in eight separate units all with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, seafront balconies, mini-bar, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Indian Ocean Lodge has a restaurant serving delicious local and International cuisine with a bar where guests can enjoy cocktails. Special “à la carte” dinners by candlelight can also be catered for upon request. Facilities include a swimming pool with a complimentary shuttle to Cote de Or beach daily. Daily excursions by boat can be arranged to any of the nature reserve islands of Cousin, Aride and Curieuse all of which are home to a diverse variety of fauna and flora.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The hotel has a total of 80 rooms of which 70 are Superior rooms and 10 are Deluxe family rooms. All rooms have air-conditioning, ceiling fan, hairdryer, electronic safe, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities and IDD telephone. Hotel facilities include an outdoor pool, volleyball, bicycle hire, table tennis, sunset boat cruise, massage facilities on request, petanque, yoga, aerobics and an out-sourced 5-star PADI dive centre. Complimentary non- motorised water sports include pedal boats, windsurfing, kayaking, and snorkelling. Island excursions and scuba diving are available at a nominal charge.

Ex JNB from R11 134 pp Ex DUR from R11 897 pp Ex CPT from R12 219 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of imported wine € 43 Bottle of local Beer €6 Small bottle of water € 4 Cup of Coffee/tea: €4 Can of cold drink €3 Light lunch (salad) € 13

Ex JNB from R16 148 pp Ex DUR from R16 911 pp Ex CPT from R17 233 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

Seychelles - Mahe & Praslin

Ex JNB from R32 236 pp Ex DUR from R33 000 pp Ex CPT from R33 316 pp

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of imported wine € 43 Bottle of local Beer €6 Small bottle of water € 4 Cup of Coffee/tea: €4 Can of cold drink €3 Light lunch (salad) € 13

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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Seychelles - Praslin, La Digue & Silhouette HHHH

La Reserve Hotel

sUPERIOR

Seychelles - Praslin, La Digue & Silhouette

LOCATION: East Coast of Praslin, 25 Minutes from the airport. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: 40 rooms are all sea facing, within a few steps from the hotel’s private beach. The Jetty Restaurant offers one of the most memorable dining experiences in all of the Seychelles and guests can watch the lights of anchored yachts in the bay and the natural aquarium of jostling fish below. Breakfast and dinner are served in the jetty restaurant overlooking the bay with lunch served at the swimming pool grill. Free facilities and activities include afternoon tea/coffee daily including cakes and sandwiches, snorkelling equipment, beach towels and entrance to Curieuse Marine Park, sunset cruise on Mondays, discovery tour to Curieuse and St. Pierre islands on Wednesdays, boat transfer to/ from La Digue Island and excursions to Sister and Coco islands.

Ex JNB from R24 543 pp Ex DUR from R25 307 pp Ex CPT from R25 468 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

La Digue Island Lodge

€ 25 € 10 €5 €4 € 2.5 € 28

sUPERIOR

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Constance Lemuria Resort

LOCATION: North West Coast of Praslin, 5 Minutes from the airport. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Set amidst 150 hectares of scenic palm groves with an 18 hole championship golf course, the hotel offers 88 Junior suites, 8 Senior suites, 8 Private pool villas and a Presidential suite. Each suite has a ceiling fan air-conditioning, large bathrooms, terrace with private dining space, hairdryer, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, CD & DVD player, telephone/answering machine and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a choice of 3 restaurants and 4 bars to choose from. Free activities include golf green fees, kayaks, windsurfing, hobie cats, snorkelling, pedal boats, laser dinghies and two floodlit tennis courts. Scuba diving, deep sea fishing and mountain bikes are available at a nominal fee. The Guerlain Institute, health and fitness centre offers a calm and tranquil escape.

Ex JNB from R26 560 pp Ex DUR from R27 323 pp Ex CPT from R27 645 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

Labriz Silhouette Island

€ 25 € 10 €5 €4 € 2.5 € 28

DELUXE

LOCATION: Half an Hour by boat from Praslin and 800 meters from La Digue Jetty.

LOCATION: Located on Silhouette Island, 45 minute boat or 15 minute helicopter transfer from Seychelles Airport.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The Lodge is the main hotel on La Digue composed of 60 rooms with a wide choice of accommodation ranging from Standard rooms to Chalets and Suites. The main restaurant serves buffet breakfast daily and International and Creole cuisine with a pool restaurant and bar available throughout the day, offering a superb “à la carte” menu including freshly caught grilled fish, locally spiced meats and salads. Hotel guests are offered complimentary daily boat excursions to neighboring islands and a twice-weekly sunset cruise. Guests will also receive complimentary passes to L’Union Estate, an interesting area of La Digue where you can appreciate the beauty of this unique island.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The 3rd largest island in Seychelles, with 110 Beach and Garden villas and Silhouette Pavilions with it’s own private gardens and pool and all villas offering 32” LCD TV, DVD player , Wireless internet, Outdoor shower, two vanities, hairdryer, air conditioning, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a choice of 7 restaurants to choose from. Activities include a PADI dive centre equipped with a decompression chamber, non motorized watersports and fitness centre. The hotel spa offers mountainside treatments suites set on stilts amidst massive boulders.

Ex JNB from R24 591 pp Ex DUR from R25 355 pp Ex CPT from R25 677 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

€ 25 € 10 €5 €4 € 2.5 € 28

Ex JNB from R25 206 pp Ex DUR from R25 969 pp Ex CPT from R26 286 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

ALl PACKAGES Include: • Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info (Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).

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LUXURY

Dream the destination... Live the journey.

WHAT THINGS COST: Prices are an estimate. Bottle of local wine Bottle of local Beer Small bottle of water Cup of Coffee/tea: Can of cold drink Light lunch (salad)

€ 25 € 10 €5 €4 € 2.5 € 28

Zanzibar

Pristine beaches

i CAPITAL CITY: Stone Town

Zanzibar

LANGUAGE: English and Swahili are the official languages CURRENCY: Tanzanian Schilling (Tsh). We recommend taking US Dollars as the preferred foreign exchange VISA: SA passport holders require a visa AREA: 17, 494 km2. TIME DIFFERENCE: SA Time + 1 hour HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Malaria precautions are necessary and it is also recommended that you have vaccinations against Hepatitis A & B and Tetanus. Proof of a yellow fever certificate is required to re-enter into South Africa

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL Zanzibar is an equatorial climate with heavy rains form March to May. The best time to visit Zanzibar is during the dry season from June to October where the temperatures average 25 degrees. It is very hot from December to March.

Dhows

Stone Town street Fifteen miles from mainland Tanzania, the Zanzibar Archipelago consists of main island Unguja, Pemba and many small islands. Zanzibar is the largest coral island off the coast of East Africa. With centuries old sailing dhows still sailing the waters and ornately wooden carved doors still decorating many homes, the scent of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg abounds. Zanzibar, “the island of spices” has a strong Arabic influence. The tropical island is about 85 km’s long and 30 km’s wide with a number of tiny islands around it, Pemba which is the largest and called Al-khudra in Arabic meaning the green island. Stone Town is the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar where little changed in the last 200 years. It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand Arab houses.  The unique architecture of Stone Town fuses Arabic, Indian, European and African influences.  You can spend many idle hours and days just wandering through the fascinating labyrinth of narrow streets and alleyways.

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Getting There There are flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar on Air Tanzania and SAA daily via Dar es Salaam with direct flights on Air Tanzania on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday with add on options available from other major centres. Flying time is approximately 4 hours. Some Swahili words to help you with your travels in Zanzibar : Hello – Jambo Hello, how are you – Mambo Good bye – Kwaheri Many thanks – Asante Sana Please – Tafadhali Good Night – Lala Salama Slowly – Pole Fast - Haraka No problem - Hakuna Matata Water - Maji

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Beyt Al Chai

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Zanzibar Serena Inn

LOCATION: In Stone Town, Zanzibar.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This beautiful boutique hotel has 6 rooms. Each room is decorated differently in bright coloured materials and genuine antiques, All rooms have air-conditioning, ceiling fans and en suite bathrooms. Some have sea views.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The total number of guest rooms in this hotel is 51. Consisting of 41 Standard rooms, 6 Prime rooms, 1 Honeymoon Suite, 2 Executive Suites and 1 Presidential Suite. Each room includes satellite TV, air-conditioning, mosquito nets, mini-bar, in-room safe, telephone and bathroom with tub/shower.

Ex JNB from R13 793 pp Ex DUR from R15 253 pp Ex CPT from R15 845 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights (1 night Beyt Al Chai & 6 nights Blue Bay)

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WHAT THINGS COST Prices are an estimate. Local bottle of wine Tsh 30 000 Can of local beer Tsh 5000 Small bottle of water Tsh 2800 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 2800 Can of cold drink Tsh 2900 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 6000

Ocean Paradise Resort

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LOCATION: On the North East Coast, 60 km’s from the airport. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Designed as a traditional African roundhouse featuring all the creature comforts needed, Ocean Paradise has a total of 98 rooms including 2 junior suites all equipped with air-conditioning and ceiling fan, en-suite bathroom, balcony, satellite TV, direct dial television, mini bar, hairdryer and safe. Guests have a choice of 3 restaurants: Ocean, Jahazi and Mawimbi and 3 bars: Bahari, Pool and Jungle bar & disco. Activities include diving, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing, swimming pool with children’s pool, table tennis, billiards/snooker and an internet café.

Ex JNB from R 9 875 pp Ex DUR from R11 336 pp Ex CPT from R11 928 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

WHAT THINGS COST Prices are an estimate. Local bottle of wine Tsh 32 000 Can of local beer Tsh 3500 Small bottle of water Tsh 1200 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 2500 Can of cold drink Tsh 2200 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 6000

The main features of Zanzibar Serena Inn cuisine are Seafood suppers on the Roof Top Terrace, Home-made cocktails and Seafood grills and beach cocktails. Activities include sailing, fishing, scuba diving, walking safaris, ballooning, canoe safaris, biking, mountain climbing and trekking.

Ex JNB from R13 990 pp Ex DUR from R15 451 pp Ex CPT from R16 043 pp Meals: Breakfast daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights (1 night Serena & 6 nights Gemma Dell ‘Est)

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WHAT THINGS COST Prices are an estimate. Local bottle of wine Tsh 40 000 Can of local beer Tsh 4000 Small bottle of water Tsh 3000 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 4000 Can of cold drink Tsh 2700 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 7000

Fairmont Zanzibar

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LOCATION: On the north-east coast of Zanzibar. 45 Minutes from Zanzibar airport. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: With 109 rooms including Villas, Cottages and Deluxe Rooms a client will be spoilt for choice. Each room includes the following amenities air conditioning, satellite TV, coffee making facilities and hair dryers. Fairmont Zanzibar has a number of places in which a guest could eat ranging from the Tradewinds family Restaurant to the Zama Grill. Amenities include pool, fitness centre, spa, PADI dive centre, fishing and water sports such as canoeing, sea kayaking, paddle skiing, windsurfing, fishing, Hobby Cat sailing, snorkelling and more.

Ex JNB from R14 030 pp Ex DUR from R15 491 pp Ex CPT from R16 083 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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LOCATION: In Stone Town, Zanzibar.

This hotel has a breakfast room and a lounge but has no bar or restaurant. Beyt Al Chai is within easy walking distance to all the attractions of Zanzibar Town. Activities are available in nearby Stonetown and include day tours, diving, fishing, cycling,

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WHAT THINGS COST Prices are an estimate. Local bottle of wine Tsh 50 000 Can of local beer Tsh 3500 Small bottle of water Tsh 1700 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 3500 Can of cold drink Tsh 1700 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 10 000

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Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa

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LOCATION: On the South East Coast, 45 km’s from the airport.

LOCATION: On the East Coast, 35 km’s from the airport.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This hotel has 70 rooms comprising of 20 Suites, 40 Deluxe rooms and 10 Standard rooms. All rooms are fully air-conditioned with en-suite bathrooms, refrigerator, personal electronic safe box, hairdryer in bathroom and have a full third bed functioning as a sofa.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: All 88 rooms have stunning views and consist of a spacious bedroom, separate dressing room, en-suite bathroom and verandah or balcony. Features include mosquito nets, air conditioners, ceiling fans, satellite TV’s, mini-bars, hair dryers and telephones.

Breezes Beach Club has 4 restaurants namely The Tides, Salama Dining Room, The Sultans Table and The Breakers Grill. Facilities include a Spa, yoga and meditation, Marine Activities Center offering water sports including a PADI diving center. Shopping Bazaar, Fitness & Aerobics center and Tours and excursions.

The Bluebay Beach Resort ‘Makuti Restaurant’ overlooking the modern deck-level swimming pool offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other facilities include an open air discothèque, a large fresh water swimming pool with adjoining open-air Jacuzzi, fitness centre, flood lit tennis court, 5-star PADI Scuba Diving centre and a water sports centre.

Ex JNB from R11 641 pp Ex DUR from R13 101 pp Ex CPT from R13 694 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

Bottle of local wine € 25 Can of local beer €3 Small bottle of water € 2 Cup of coffee/tea € 1.6 Can of cold drink (fizzy) € 2 Light lunch (salad) €6

Gemma Dell ‘Est

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Ex JNB from R13 889 pp Ex DUR from R15 349 pp Ex CPT from R15 941 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST Prices are an estimate. Local bottle of wine Tsh 25 000 Can of local beer Tsh 5000 Small bottle of water Tsh 2800 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 2800 Can of cold drink Tsh 2900 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 6000

Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski

LUXURY

LOCATION: On the North West Coast, 50 km’s from the airport.

LOCATION: On the North East Coast, 60 km’s from the airport.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This hotel has 138 rooms including 93 deluxe rooms, 16 suites, 1 family suite, 23 villa Club rooms in 7 private villas and 1 Presidential villa. All rooms with terrace and sea view featuring, mosquito net and ceiling fan, air-conditioning, remote controlled TV with satellite channels, in-room safe box, mini bar and Coffee/Tea making facilities.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski has 110 rooms and suites. All rooms and suites offer the following services: internet port, cable TV with movie channels, telephone, mini-bar, in-room safe, coffee and tea making facilities, hairdryer and outdoor shower. This hotel boasts two restaurants and 3 bars. Restaurants offer both a la carte and buffet menus. And the bars offer both African and International cocktails. Activities include Zamani Beach Club which offers ball sports, water sports, reef walking and snorkelling. PADI scuba diving centre, deep sea fishing, cycling and Dhow sunset cruise.

Leisure & Sports Facilities include daily recreation & fitness activities, large swimming pool with children’s area, Jacuzzi, outdoor gym and reading lounge. The Water Sports Center features hobby cat, windsurfing and laser dinghy and canoes. This hotel boasts 8 restaurants and bars.

Ex JNB from R17 095 pp Ex DUR from R18 556 pp Ex CPT from R19 148 pp Meals: All Inclusive ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

ALL INCLUSIVE IncludeD: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Snacks - Local beer and wine - Coldrinks - Tea and coffee - Water

Ex JNB from R16 634 pp Ex DUR from R18 094 pp Ex CPT from R18 686 pp Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights

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WHAT THINGS COST Prices are an estimate.

WHAT THINGS COST Prices are an estimate. Local bottle of wine Tsh 48 000 Can of local beer Tsh 5000 Small bottle of water Tsh 12 000 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 3900 Can of cold drink Tsh 3200 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 10 000

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