Day 1 Prepare for the absolute rush of adrenalin as you speed through the waves in an inflatable racing boat. Powered by a 50hp Yamaha engine, this full fledged racing craft reaches speeds in excess of 90 kph and will thrill you to beyond belief. Driven by a pilot with over 10 years of experience, you can be rest assured you are in safe hands. Lunch will be served ”South African” style on the beach. Once your heart has calmed down we’re off to Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve for a late afternoon game drive. There you will see the animals as Mother Nature intended, in the wild. The animals range from lions, leopards and rhino to giraffe, buck and bird life. Sundowners are enjoyed on the lapa where an exotic feast is served. [the weather today in East London]] Day 2 Pack your camera because we’re off to the picturesque Transkei Wild Coast. A former homeland in South Africa, this stretch of coastline remains untouched and unspoilt by civilization. Whales and dolphins are a common sight and you can spend the entire day on the beach and not see another person. To get there we cross the Great Kei River on the pont (a ferry). We book in at Trennery’s Hotel with plenty of time for lunch. That afternoon you can either relax around the pool or you can take a hike along the beach to see the resting place of the Jacaranda, one of the many ships wrecked along the Wild Coast. This Greek fishing vessel ran aground in the 70’s where it has remained ever since. Then it’s back to the hotel for sundowners and supper. Day 3 A gentle rowboat ride takes us through the Qolora Gates where the hidden beauty of the Transkei is found. We take a short hike back through the indigenous forest where you will learn about the traditional healing methods and the medicinal uses of the various trees. After lunch we go on a cultural trail to the local village where you discover what Africa is all about. This is where the time of day is not told using a watch, but by the position of the sun. The Xhosa people enjoy a rich and colourful heritage, with many rituals and customs handed down through the centuries from generation to generation, all of which you will learn about. Before going back to the hotel, we visit Nongqawuse’s Pool. This is the birthplace of the National Xhosa Suicide, which took place during the 1850’s and resulted in the strong Xhosa power being broken in the region. After hearing about this fascinating legend, we make our way back to the hotel where you can relax around the pool or take a stroll on the deserted beach. Day 4 After a wholesome breakfast we depart for Coffee Bay further up the coast On the way we stop at a little village called Qunu, the birthplace of our former president Nelson Mandela. There we stop and pay a visit to the Mandela Museum where you can learn about the life and history of this great man. After arriving at the Bay, the order of the day is sunshine and relaxation. You can play frisbee on the beach or you can go snorkeling and discover the wonders that the Indian Ocean has to offer. Sunset will be enjoyed from the top of a cliff, which over-looks the ocean. Day 5 A short trip over the Transkei hills takes us to Hole in the Wall. This unique wonder of nature is a sight you will not forget. We spend the day here swimming in the sheltered bay that the ”wall” protects and, if you dare, there is abseiling to get your blood flowing. After another day of fun in the sun, we go back to Coffee Bay for supper. Day 6 After morning tea, we depart for East London and arrive at 14h30. You will be dropped of at your accommodation or transport of choice. General PRICE
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EXCLUDES: If you would like us to tailor make a tour for you, or make arrangements before or after a tour, then please specify this in your booking and we will gladly comply. This tour can be linked to any of the other tours advertised on our site. Minimum people for the tour is 3, and maximum is 8. You can book this tour here or go to our RESERVATIONS page. Please read our TERMS & CONDITIONS before placing your booking. Clicking on the link will open the terms and conditions in a new window. TOUR COSTS: 6 Day / 5 Night
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