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 small and exclusive five star lodge with only 8 magnificent accommodations, 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.
No single supplement if willing to share, see notes below for more information
2010: £405/€449/$605
2010 Christmas: £409/€455/$615
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
Another 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. The morning is free to relax by the pool or perhaps another walk or archery lessons. 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. 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.
Please note: This itinerary is given for your guidance only and it may be altered in accordance with the prevailing conditions by the organising team.
Please enquire for a ride only price if you will be hiring a car and therefore not need transfers.
NOTES - ZULULAND PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Single Supplements There is no single supplement payable for riders willing to share. However in low season riders travelling alone can often have a single room at no extra charge.
Transfers
Please enquire about other transfer options from Durban , Richards Bay or internal flight transfers from Johannesburg to Pongola. Single travellers will be charged a transfer supplement if no other riders are booked on the same dates.
Tailormade riding safaris on the St Lucia Wetlands can be added onto this holiday for intermediate and experienced riders. Experience the UNESCO World Heritage Area on fit and forward going Boerperd and Thoroughbred horses; riding through varied terrain from dense bush to open beaches, viewing an abundance of wildlife from hippo and crocodile to rhino and buffalo. Please enquire for more details.
The weight limit for this ride is 14 st/198 lb/90 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.
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WHAT IS INCLUDED
Tariff is fully inclusive of all transfers (for 2+ people), meals, soft drinks, local beers and table wine, accommodation & bedding, taxes, experienced safari guides and horses & tack. Guided game drives, bush walks and archery on the reserve are also included.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Excludes telephone calls, laundry services, off-site excursions, items of a personal nature and gratuities. Alternative dates can be requested and safaris tailor made. (Certain drinks are not included in 2009 and 2010).
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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