ZULULAND PRIVATE GAME RESERVE - SOUTH AFRICA

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A horse riding holiday on a reserve situated in the rolling hills of KwaZuluNatal province, far above the sugar cane producing fields bordering Swaziland and Mozambique and near to the St Lucia Wetlands Reserve and scuba diving of Sodwana Bay. It is a five star lodge with magnificent accommodation, excellent food and a stable of 21 Arab and cross horses. The owner breeds Arab horses and the horses are in prime condition. Plentiful plains game including the elusive Nyala antelope, giraffe and zebras are present on the reserve and a large neighboring reserve is also available for riding. There is no dangerous game present so it is possible to walk freely along the many self guided trails on the reserve and beginners can be accommodated on riding trips.

Trip length 7 days / 6 nights Ride only price 2008: £1,049 Christmas (21 - 27 December) £1,289 2009: £1,049 Jan to Jul; £1,099 Aug to Dec. Departure dates 2008: 21 - 27 September, 19 - 25 October, 21 - 27 December 2009: 18 Jan; 15 Feb; 15 Mar; 8 Apr; 17 May; 14 Jun; 19 Jul; 16, 30 Aug; 25 Oct; 15 Nov; 22 Dec. Other dates available on request Approximate riding time per day 1 - 5 hours / day Riding ability required From beginner on can be accommodated, experienced riders are separated. Min age 12. Group size 2-6 Meeting point (getting there) Johannesburg International Airport, South Africa Transfer Included from meeting point for 2+ people. Flight guide London - Johannesburg return £500 - £750. See below for flight info. Single supplement A single supplement of £180 (2008) will only be charged if you are not willing to share with someone of the same sex.

SAMPLE ITINERARY - ZULULAND PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Day 1
Arrive in Johannesburg airport, pick up and transfer to the reserve. This is a 5.5 hour very scenic drive which gives you a good idea of the varying countryside of South Africa. A charter flight to a nearby airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Light lunch and enjoy your first ride out. Get to know your horse - this will be your companion for the next week. Familiarize yourself with the tack and surroundings. In the evening enjoy welcome drinks around the camp fire followed by a fine dinner; a great start to your riding holiday.

Day 2
An early start for a 2 hour ride in the cool of the day to spot game followed by a full breakfast back at the lodge. Mid morning take an archery lesson - be introduced to the art of Bow and Arrow shooting. Lunch on the outdoor verandah within sight of the waterhole - who knows what animals might come to drink while we enjoy an exceptional meal. Relax after lunch followed by another 2 hour ride in the later afternoon. Dinner and camp fire in the evening.

Day 3
Another early start for a ride. Stop en route for a lovely bush breakfast in the reserve. Return to the lodge for a light lunch and some relaxing time. After lunch go out in the vehicles to a nearby reserve which has Big Game - view game such as buffalo, rhino, leopard and elephant from the safety of your vehicle (not included in price). Return for a wonderful dinner.

Day 4
A later start today, time to lie in and get up at leisure for a full breakfast. Relax in the morning or take one of the many self guided walks. After lunch head to the stables and enjoy a 3 hour ride in the reserve. Return in time for dinner.

Day 5
Early departure for another breakfast ride. Enjoying breakfast in the bush is one of the most delightful experiences. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon relax or enjoy an excursion to the nearby town of Pongola with its crafts market. Dinner and a camp fire once again.

Day 6
After breakfast we depart on an all day ride. By now you should be fit enough to enjoy a whole day in the saddle with a picnic lunch en route. One last dinner around the camp fire.

Day 7
An early wake up will give us an opportunity for a last ride through the reserve followed by a full breakfast. Then late morning your transfer to Johannesburg is waiting. We stop en route for you to buy lunch. Departure from Johannesburg in the later afternoon/evening.

Note: There is a ride only price of £750 (in 2008) for those already in South Africa with their own transport starting with arrival in the evening on day 1 and departure after breakfast on day 7.

NOTES - ZULULAND PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Transfers
Please enquire about other transfer options from Durban , Richards Bay or internal flight transfers from Johannesburg to Pongola. Single travellers may be charged a transfer supplement if no other riders are booked on the same dates.

The weight limit for this ride is 15 st/209 lb/95 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Tariff is fully inclusive of all transfers (for 2+ people), meals, accommodation & bedding, taxes, experienced safari guides and horses & tack. Soft drinks, local beers and table wine are included in 2009.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Excludes telephone calls, all drinks (certain drinks included in 2009), laundry services, off-site excursions, items of a personal nature and gratuities. Alternative dates can be requested and safaris tailor made.

FURTHER DETAILS
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Why not spoil yourself with a few days on a tropical beach after your safari? We recommend one of our Mozambiquan Beach Extensions as an ideal way to round off a safari.

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