Africa Travel Newsletter - May 2008

CONTENTS: New Itineraries Special Offers/Late Deals Featured Destination - Mozambique Newly Released African Travel Books Independent Travellers

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If Africa is your chosen destination for a holiday our Travel Center is the perfect place for you to have a browse through to get some ideas and make some enquiries. There is the choice of over 600 individual, varied itineraries - from budget to luxury, offered by many different tour operators throughout the African continent. Click to view the whole selection.

There have been many new and exciting itineraries added recently, below are just some of them

New Itineraries:
	Kruger Safari and Cape Town - South Africa 12 days: Experience a Big 5 Safari, walk with Elephants, visit an Animal rehab project, explore Blyde River Canyon and Tour Cape Town, the winelands, Robben Island, Table Mountain and view whales up close, during the season...
	Kruger & Garden Route - South Africa 17 days: An truly fantastic escorted experience, combining a Kruger Safari, Cultural and Historical Johannesburg Tour and the beautiful Garden Route. Groups of 4 & more can get up to £1350 off!!
	Kwa-Zulu Natal and the Cape - South Africa 13 days: Combine a Tour of the Zulu Kingdom and the Cape. Experience the amazing Drakensburg Mountain, Zulu Battlefields, Big 5 Safari, Whale Watching (during season), Robben Island, Table Mountain and more...
	Uganda/Rwanda Gorilla Budget Safari - Rwanda/Uganda 5 days: Come and explore the Thousand Hills of this unknown African destination and track the endangered mountain gorillas in Rwanda’s most stunning national park!
	Discover Uganda Safari - Uganda 16 days: This safari takes you to the hidden pearl of Uganda! Explore the amazing wildlife, nature and culture of this unknown African country. Experience the real Africa while camping in the bush, have a meeting with the primates of Uganda and raft the Source of the Nile!
	Great Apes Safari Uganda - Uganda 7 days: Meet the Great Apes of Uganda while tracking in their natural habitat. Staring in the peaceful eyes of the endangered mountain gorillas is an unforgettable experience. demand is very high and only 8 persons per day are allowed to see the gorillas. Therefore we advise you to book permits at least 4 months in advance.
	Namibia Introduction - Bushmanland - Namibia 7 Days: A very exciting new safari into the undeveloped area inhabited by the Bushman - now called "San" people, concentrating on an area now called "Kaudom" bordering Botswana. It includes game viewing in the Muhango Game Park
	Namibia Introduction - Damaraland -Namibia 7 Days: A very exciting safari into the undeveloped area of Damaraland - part of the Kunene Province. We concentrate on an area known for spectacular scenery which is part of the Namib Desert.
	Southern Safari and the East Coast - Tanzania 13 Days: This safari visits the more remote Selous Game Park and Udzungwa National Park in Southern Tanzania. It offers you the chance of Boat safaris, hiking, walking, visiting waterfalls, architecture, historical ruins, fishing village, birds and of course wildlife viewing. Staying in exclusive Mobile Camps, .
	Mikumi National Park Safari - Tanzania 4 Days: Mikumi is the nearest National Park to Dar es Salaam and is accessible all year round, is home to buffalos, giraffes, elephants, lions, zebras and leopards. The park is also famous for its wild dogs and 6m long pythons.
	Northern Malawi and Southern Tanzania Safari- Malawi and Tanzania 17 Days: Starting in Lilongwe Malawi, this safari takes in Nkhata Bay on the shores of Lake Malawi and then travels to the Nyika Plateau, before heading north into Tanzania to experience the remote southern national parks.
	Walking and canoeing Safari in Arusha National Park- Tanzania 2 Days: if you have a couple of days free in Arusha, why not take a walk in the wilderness. This activity offers a unique experience of recreational opportunities, sense touch of nature, appreciation of conservation activities environmental education.
	Weekend Safari in Tanzania- Tanzania 2 Days: While you are in Arusha town or near by areas, don’t spend your week end there. Enjoy your week end by visiting Lake Manyara National Park the famous tree climbing lions, and Ngorongoro Crater, the eight wonders of the world.
	Driver/Guide Safaris- Southern Africa This is your safari. You plan the accommodation, the food and drinks, the places you visit, the duration you stay and the activities you participate in and you pay for it. We do the driving, see to the maintenance of the vehicle and equipment and help with the set-up and running of the camp. At your pace we proceed taking into consideration the limitations of distances and situations. Here the inside knowledge of the driver/guide comes into play.
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Special Offers / Late Deals Special Offers are added to the travel center on a regular basis so keep checking for one that appeals to you... Click to browse through all itineraries that are currently on Special Offer
FEATURED DESTINATION - Mozambique In our Newsletters this year we will be featuring an African country or island - this month it's MOZAMBIQUE iMozambique is located on the southeastern 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. After many years of unrest, Mozambique is now considered one of Africa's most desirable destinations. It is especially appealing to those who like beach and underwater life and is fast becoming a peak destination for Scuba Diving holidays, as well as watching Humpback Whales, Dolphins and Sharks. Mozambique offers a variety of stunning natural attractions including world famous national parks and beautiful beach resorts along the coast plus a friendly welcome from its local inhabitants. Lodges are busy during the South Africa school holidays, especially at Christmas time, so early bookings are essential to avoid disappointment.
			Escorted Southern Mozambique Tour 10 Days: An escorted tropical beach holiday awaits you. We start with the cultural heritage Maputo, then transfer to the Island paradise of Inhaca before heading north to Inhambane. Mozambique at its best!
			Pemba Beach Holiday - Mozambique 8 Days: 7 nights luxury boutique hotel accommodation at Pemba Beach Hotel, with en-suite facilities . Includes Return flights from Pemba to Johannesburg International. Spend your days on the long white unpopulated beaches of the Pemba Coast. Explore the area by foot, by kayak, with fins and snorkel or by scuba gear, either way you will not be disappointed.
			Quirimbas Dive Safari - Mozambique 5 Days: Discover the remote Quirimbas Archipelago, Africa’s greatest secret. A wild-untouched destination! Be the first to discover this awesome area. Inclusive of 5 star lodge, meals, dives & local air fares from Johannesburg
			Vilanculos Dive Safari - Mozambique 6 Days: Dive the Bazaruto coast, one the greatest dives sites in the world! View Dolphins, Whales, Turtles, rare Dugongs, over 1000 fish species & more... All inclusive of 5 star lodge, meals & daily dives, and transfer flights from Johannesburg
Combine a Mozambique Beach Holiday with Safari
			Fly In Bush & Beach Safari - South Africa and Mozambique 10 Days: An adventure across 2 countries, we start with a safari in the world famous Kruger National Park, and combine this with a beach holiday off the pristine and unspoilt coast of Mozambique. Miles of unpopulated turquoise beaches for you to explore.
			Bush to Beach Safari - South Africa and Mozambique 11 Days: fully escorted, small group tour combines an awesome Big 5 Safari in the Kruger National Park and an exotic luxury tropical beach experience on the coast of Mozambique
			Northern Mozambique Bush & Beach Safari - Mozambique 7 Days: An exclusive African Bush & Beach Safari in the remote Niassa Game Reserve & Pemba Coast. Travel to an exquisite area untouched by modern man & lost in time... a truly remarkable experience!
There are many more options for Mozambique listed in our Travel Center - Click to Browse through the full range of itineraries
We can't add all the itineraries to this Newsletter - if none of the above appeal then I am sure you will find one that suits you in our Africa Travel Center where you can search by country, price, number of days, activities and national parks.

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	Zambia,- 4th (Bradt Travel Guide ) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe Covering the prime attractions, including all national parks, from the lower Zambezi and Kafue to the famous Luangwa Park, host to several unique species and the top place for leopard-spotting. Advice for the independent traveller includes how to choose first-class bushcamps, lodges and/or hotels to organise memorable safaris.
	Madagascar & Comoros - (Lonely Planet) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe Hike through forested canyons in the Parc National de I'Isalo, where ring-tailed lemurs scamper in the trees Catch a whiff of cloves, ylang-ylang and vanilla driving north of Soanierana-Ivango Drift down the Tsiribihina River River in a wooden pirogue, passing cliffs carpeted with sleeping bats Gaze into the vast jaws of an insect-eating plant in Parc National d'Andohahela
	Lonely Planet Egypt (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe Find a Cairo coffeehouse to suit your own style; unwind, chat and inhale deeply over a sheesha Forget hot springs: try a hot sand bath in the middle of the desert Take belly-dancing lessons from the most famous teacher in Egypt Relax in the soft light of early morning on a Nile cruise
	Frommer's Morocco - (Frommer's Complete) (Paperback) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe A true insider's guide to the magic of Morocco, from the souks of Marrakech and the winding alleys of Fes to the villages of the Atlas mountains and the sand dunes of the pre-Sahara.
	Lonely Planet Tanzania - (Paperback) by Mary Fitzpatrick (Editor) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe Spy on vultures in their nests as you float over the Serengeti in a hot-air balloon Watch villagers slip by along the shoreline as you cruise down Lake Tanganyika Rest your elbow on a sack of vegetables as you rattle south on the Tazara train Jump off a dhow into Zanzibar's warm shallows, and snorkel among shoals of fish
	Lonely Planet Healthy Travel Africa - (Paperback) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe The only travel health title that focuses entirely on Africa. Safety advice, particularly for outdoor activities, to keep travellers travelling.
	East African Wildlife - (Bradt Travel Guide) (Paperback) by Philip Briggs (Author) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe The wildlife of east Africa is the major attraction for visitors to this region, with the legendary game reserves of Serengeti and the Maasai Mara. This new visitor's guide provides a colourful overview of the region’s variety of large mammals together with an insight into their habits and habitats. Accessible and beautifully illustrated, the guide will appeal both to the first-time visitor and to the serious naturalist seeking a compact volume to carry around. It will also make a great souvenir after the trip.
	Tunisia Travel Pack - (Globetrotter Travel Packs) (Paperback) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe The handy pocket-size guide is packed with useful information, tips and recommendations, accompanied by colour photographs, charts and maps for the first-time traveller who wants to experience the major highlights that Tunisia has to offer. All the essential information you need to get around an unfamiliar country is compacted into useful and practical ‘At-a-Glance’ sections at the end of each chapter.
	Congo (Bradt Travel Guide) - (Paperback) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe the first full guidebook to publish new information on both the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the People’s Republic of Congo (PRC) in well over a decade. It will appeal to travellers who are seeking to explore a new region of Africa emerging from many years of conflict, a region that is changing rapidly as stability returns to the region. Natural history is given due prominence in this guide, the Congo possessing a high percentage of Africa’s remaining, intact rainforest.
	Nigeria 2nd (Bradt Travel Guide Nigeria)- (Paperback) by Lizzie Williams (Author) (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe Experience the mind-boggling chaos of Lagos, the traditional durbars, Benin bronzes and walled cities, and enjoy its single greatest quality – the warm generosity of 140 million people. Details of getting around, by bush taxi, rail, car or on foot, together with accommodations options, wildlife watching and activities, are balanced by a wealth of background information, from history (of a country dating back thousands of years) and geography to culture and the environment.
	The Rough Guide to West Africa 5 (Author) - (Paperback) Author Richard Trillo (amazon.com) - USA    (amazon.co.uk) - Europe covering the 15 visitable countries from Mauritania to Cameroon in fifty percent more detail than its only competitor. Each chapter of the Rough Guide includes thoroughly researched hotel and restaurant listings, sections on everything from food and language to media and sport, and thoughtful background on the environment, culture, history, politics and music
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