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9-day itinerary:
Day1: Transfer from Johannesburg to the Kruger National Park Day 2-3: Game drives and walks
Day 4: Drive transfer to Tofu Mozambique, Orientation dinner
Day 5-8: Scuba Diving and afternoons free to explore Inhambane with your guide
. Day 9: Sleep late and enjoy the local atmosphere before your transfer flight from Inhambane to Johannesburg
Accommodation
Camping:
At each destination you will have your chance to feel the African heart beat as you become part of the adventure- not just an observer.
Each tent sleeps two people and your guide will show you how to put up your own tent, start a fire, general assembly and disassembly of a campsite. You are part of a unique tribe as you contribute to cook and clean Africa Style. If you like to get your hands dirty and get a real taste for Africa - this is the option for you.
Luxury Camping:
Enjoy the rustic atmosphere of Africa with style as an extra guide joins the crew to help cater for your every need. Tents are constructed for you whilst you take in the splendour
Lodge hopping:
Each dive destination has its own magical lodge accommodation, which may be a hotel or chalet (depending on availability). All you have to do is unpack your bags and enjoy a sunset cocktail overlooking the shimmering blue of the Indian Ocean. Hot and cold-water showers refresh you after scuba diving and an afternoon siesta on a comfortable bed is every divers pleasure. 9-day scuba safari (March - November: tours start on Thursdays and Sundays due to flight schedules).
Your adventure into Africa begins early, as the sun rises you get closer to nature's call as your guide drives you East towards the Kruger National park.
The Kruger National Park is one of the oldest and best known Game Parks in the world and has become a landmark for South Africa. The Kruger National Park occupies a 19,455 sq km corner in the North-East of South Africa with borders shared with Mozambique and Zimbabwe. The Kruger National Park has long been one of the premier game parks in Africa is abundant in wildlife with 147 mammals, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 336 trees of Africa. Games drives in open safari vehicles in search of Africa's Big Five; Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino and Buffalo is a truly surreal experience. Game drives are done early in the morning when the animals are most active and at sunset when nocturnal animals begin to appear. You can also go on game walks with a game ranger who will show you the art of tracking and explain how the delicate ecosystem works as well as the challenges facing conservationists today.
The tranquil bush hides the wildlife as predator seek prey and you may witness the wonder of elephants; travelling in herds ranging in sizes from 2-24 with the largest female- the matriarch- determining all movement. The Kruger National Park has contributed the most to the population growth of this impressive beast. The king of the beasts is Africa's largest carnivore -lions command respect and instil fear in man and animals both. Witness the sunrise with promises of a new day and set to give the bright stars the stage on the sky. Campfires are gatherings for tales to be told; crackling wood your background music as you appreciate the past and anticipate the future.
The ocean beckons you to explore her underwater marine life, so we whisk you off on an early crisp morning to Tofu on the beautiful East coast of Mozambique. On arrival at your first dive destination you will be greeted by the salty sea breeze and the friendly welcoming nature of Mozambique. You will be able to settle in before the orientation dinner before you will be briefed on the schedule for the next three days and introduced to other activities that Tofu has to offer. Tofu has long white beaches with soft sand that seeps through your toes. This small village lies just outside the village of Inhambane, which is growing in popularity as a dive destination.
Diving at Tofu includes the magnificent Oasis (also known as the Office). This reef consists of a ledge covered in corals and colourful sponges. Manta reef is known for its prolific fish life and the cleaning stations where successions of giant manta rays come to be cleaned, lining up like aeroplanes coming in to land. These dive sites are recommended for advanced divers as the diving ranges from 18 metres to 35 metres on the outer edge. Whale sharks are best sighted from late October to early December and late February to early April during their migrations.
On your last day you have the chance to sleep late and explore the local history in Inhambane before your flight back to Johannesburg. On your flight you can reminisce over your scuba safari - the trip memories are made of. Back to civilisation, but the wild of your scuba safari is only a memory away.
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