Indian Ocean Beaches

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Indian Ocean Beaches 2008
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Beach Bliss in the Indian Ocean
Content:
2-3
Thompsons Holidays
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6-9
Mozambique
10-12
Kenya: Mombasa & Malindi
13-16
Seychelles
17-19
Indian Ocean Beaches

Zanzibar
Dream the destination... Live the Journey

There is no better feeling than relaxing on a beautiful beach on a warm day and then taking a dip in the cool
crystal waters of the Indian Ocean.
With 30 years experience, Thompsons Holidays has tried and tested each of the resorts that have been listed in
this brochure to ensure the highest standards of quality are met.
Every effort has been made to show you the best of what each of these destinations has to offer with the best
value for money.
HOTEL GRADING SUPERIOR: Generally situated in popular locations,

Please note that the hotels in this brochure feature the offering superior comfort and quality. These hotels
official star ratings recorded by the hotels themselves. have well-appointed furnishings and offer a wide range
of facilities and services.
THOMPSONS GRADING
Thompsons Holidays have also graded the featured DELUXE: Hotels and resorts offering outstanding
hotels with our own recommended grading system. service with the highest International standards of
These are only provided for guidance in comparing and accommodation for those who expect quality. These
selecting your hotel accommodation. properties are well situated and offer a large range
of facilities for the discerning traveller.
BUDGET: These affordable hotels offer limited facilities,
services and in-room amenities. Those travelling on a LUXURY: These resorts and hotels are unique and
limited budget will find these hotels quite suitable. individually selected by our Product & Contracting
Look for these hotels in the Value Vacations brochure. Managers. They are situated in prime locations and
offer guests unparalleled service and comfort.
STANDARD: Good, comfortable hotels with all rooms We believe that those who want only the best in life
featuring en-suite bathrooms, offering a greater range will not be disappointed.
of facilities and services than Budget hotels.
• When travelling with • Check health requirements • What is LAGS? You may only carry liquids, aerosols and gels
currency, try and get smaller before entering yellow fever (LAGs) in your hand luggage in containers that have a maximum
denominations so that change and malaria zones. capacity of 100ml each, all packed in one re-sealable, transparent
doesn’t become a problem. plastic bag, capacity of the bag must not exceed one litre.
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Mozambique
Inhaca Full Day Tour Maputo Night Safari Macaneta Day Trip Full Day at Nacole Gardens
Enjoy a full day excursion to the Join your Thompsons host and Spend a relaxing day at Macaneta Nacole is a private holding of
charming Inhaca Island, where head out for an evening of great Beach, famous for its turquoise blue 100 acres of indigenous trees and
the locals are welcoming and the food and a good time, soaking up waters and white sands pristine bush in Pemba Bay that
beaches inviting. the evening’s Latin-American/Salsa/ shelters numerous bird, small
Cuban atmosphere of Maputo’s Includes: mammal and insect species.
Includes: night life. - Visit to Marracuene Village and Streams running through the
- One and a half hour boat trip to cultural homestead. property attract terrapins and
Inhaca Island Includes: - Boat transfer across the Incomati crabs, the bay-side white sand
- Swimming and snorkelling at - Dinner at a typical Maputo River. beach is screened by mangrove
Portuguese Island Restaurant. - Spend the remainder of the trees. Enjoy a walk in this garden
- Swimming at any of the beaches - Visit to popular and vibrant bars. morning at leisure at Macaneta and see spectacular baobabs,
- Lunch on Inhaca Island at a local, - Dancing in one of Maputo’s Beach, with its beautiful extensive birdlife and mangroves with drinks
traditional restaurant trendiest nightclubs. beach and relaxing environment. at sunset on a secluded beach.
- Optional activities include guided - A Thompsons guide will drive - Lunch is served at Marracuene If you would like to spend the full
snorkelling, and open Land Rover you around safely and ensure you Lodge. day there, pack a picnic, towels,
trips on the island. All available on have a good time! - Afternoon at leisure relaxing in costumes and sun block or take
request, at an additional cost. the surrounds of Marracuene your own meat to braai on the
Lodge. BBQ. Drinks are available to buy
there.
R837 pp R631 pp R837 pp R208 pp
Mombasa
Mombasa City Tour Cultural Bush Tour Robinson Crusoe Sea Safari Evening Tamarind Dhow
Visit the Akamba Handicraft (By Bike or 4x4) Half Day tour that takes you back There is only one place in the
Centre where you may buy Experience a half day tour to the to nature and away from people. whole world which can offer as a
souvenirs direct from the coastal countryside that offers a Join one of our speed boats for an backdrop the glittering stars of the
traditional Akamba wood carvers. different perspective to the Kenya’s exclusive Seafari to an untouched, African skies above the twinkling
After this you proceed to the huge tribal heritage. The tour provides unique and sacred area of Kenya’s lights of Mombasa ’s Old port - The
and famous Tusks over Moi Avenue a glimpse into the traditions and south coast. Cruise past the ancient Tamarind Dhow. The Dhow slips
erected in 1952. The next stop is cultures of the coastal people with and sacred rainforest of Kaya her moorings at 18h30 and the
Fort Jesus to enjoy a short walk a visit to a Giriama or Digo Village Kinondo (Swahili Kaya - sacred) magic spell begins with a glass of a
through the Old Town. This ancient with our local guide. Continue to towards Gazi bay and Chale Island. classic sundowner cocktail “dawa”
and impressive maze of Kaloleni to visit the local market The shallow and clear waters of and the strains of soft music from
architectural wonder will bring you and thereafter drive to Kenya this area offer some excellent the resident band, the clients are
to the Old Dhow Harbour , which Marine land on the North coast, snorkelling and fun diving with an assured a tasty feast and 4 hours of
is still occasionally used by Dhows which offers an opportunity to abundance of reef fish and if you absolute pleasure.
from Arabia and India . observe numerous species of are lucky, some friendly resident
To end the tour you visit the tropical marine life in giant dolphins. Enjoy lunch of grilled fresh
Mombasa Market well known for aquariums. A snake park, situated fish, chicken, fresh salads and fruit
its spices and bargains. nearby is also visited. Includes “Robinson Crusoe” style.
refreshments and snacks.
R242 pp R630 pp R713 pp R1 211 pp

Seychelles
Full Day Discovery Tour of Full Day La Digue Tour Full Day Praslin & La Digue Full Day Sister & Coco
Mahe Island The tour starts from your hotel, Tour Islands
The tour begins at the colonial with a transfer La Digue island, Visit the Vallee-de-Mai on Mahe A deserted island experience,
centre of “the world’s smallest followed by an ox-cart transfer to Island, the only place on earth Sister Island boasts one of the
capital”, Victoria. Next stop at tour l”Union Estate copra sheds where the giant Coco-de-Mer nut finest beaches in Seychelles and is
the ‘Codevar’ building where local and the giant land tortoises. The grows in its natural state - a walk un-inhabited. The reef on the
crafts, including the renowned tour of La Digue resumes by along the tended paths of this western side is ideal for snorkelling,
Creole Gold are on display for sale. ‘camion’, an open-sided truck with primeval forest, listening to the trill while the island’s prolific coconut
A stop at the historical Mission canopy, stopping at Anse Source of the rare Black Parrot, giving plantation lends itself well to
Lodge, en-route to the quaint d’Argent, one of the most credence to the legends of this exploration. A typical Creole
hillside Creole restaurant for lunch. spectacular beaches in the world. World Heritage Site being the barbeque is served on the beach.
After lunch, the tour continues A Creole lunch is arranged at a original Garden of Eden. The tour The tour’s highlight is the
around the southern tip of the local restaurant at around 13h15, includes a visit to the famous Anse afternoon’s snorkelling off Coco
island to the restored colonial followed by a beach siesta before Lazio beach, before the 30-minute Island. Coco island is a small granitic
plantation of ‘Jardin du Roi’. Tour returning to Praslin island on the crossing to La Digue, during which outcrop sporting a few palm trees.
the surrounding plantation of 16h30 schooner. one has a good chance to spot For the un-initiated, our crew is on
vegetables, exotic fruits, herbs and dolphins. La Digue island combines hand with lightweight snorkelling
spices. Enjoy a stop at the Craft the comforts of the 21st century vests to ensure that no-one misses
Village on the way back. blending smoothly with the this unique experience to view the
tranquility of yesteryear. underwater world.
R808 pp R1 145 pp R2 116pp R1 427 pp
Zanzibar
Stonetown Walking tour Spice Tour Kizimkazi Dolphins Prison Island

The half day tour starts at the A wonderful opportunity to see Enjoy a boat trip to Kizimkazi Board a local dhow from
House of Wonder. Proceeding to spices like cloves, cinnamon, black where you can feed the dolphins Stonetown and head towards
the Sultan’s Palace which now is a pepper, nutmeg, turmeric root, in the more shallow waters around Prison Island, also known as
museum. The tour includes visits actually growing in the plantations, the reefs and see schools of Chumbe Island, famous for its
to Livingstone House and Market furthermore you will see plants like bottlenose and humpbacked excellent views of Stone Town and
where local fruits and vegetables the Henna bush, Lipstick tree and dolphins that are frequently seen for its giant tortoises imported
are sold. The Anglican Church built Lemongrass. Finally you will visit from boats and beaches around the from Aldabra in the Seychelles in
on the site of the old slave market, the Kidichi Persian Baths that were coasts. From the south-western the late 19th century. They stand
State House and a pass by the built by the first Sultan of Zanzibar village of Kizimkazi, sightseeing trips up to a rather staggeringly one
Zanzibar Museum. On our way, we in 1850 and Maruhubi Palace Ruins into the bay provide a wonderful metre high, could feasibly be
pass the High Court of Zanzibar, built by the third Sultan of Zanzibar opportunity to see and even to hundreds of years old, and are
Tip tipu House, the first British in 1880 built especially for housing swim with these friendly creatures. frequently seen copulating. The
High Commission, Jamituri garden 99 of his harem. Sensible shoes and beautiful beach is an ideal spot for
and end the tour at the old fort hats are advisable. sunbathing and the clear waters
building. lend to excellent snorkelling. You
can also ride the Tortoises!
R677 pp R574 pp R964 pp R954 pp
Mozambique
Catamaran cruise
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CAPITAL CITY:
Maputo
Mozambique
LANGUAGE:
Portuguese. English is widely spoken
CURRENCY:
Metical (Mtn). Most hotels and restaurants in
Mozambique accept Rands as payment
VISA:
SA passport holders do not require a visa
AREA:
801, 590 km2
TIME DIFFERENCE:
Same as SA time Street in Inhambane
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Mozambique is located on the South Eastern Be it lazing on the beach, diving, fishing or just
No inoculations are required. Anti Malaria coast of Africa and is bordered by Tanzania to the enjoying the local cuisine of seafood which is found
precautions are recommended North, South Africa and Swaziland to the South, in abundance, Mozambique has something for
Zimbabwe to the West and Zambia and Malawi everybody.
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL to the northwest.
The best times to visit are between May Getting There
and November, when both rainfall and Maputo the capital of Mozambique, known as There are flights to Maputo daily with flights to
temperatures are at their lowest. It’s also the “land of smiles” boasts interesting colonial Inhambane on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday and
possible to travel during the early part of architecture and is the best place to enjoy Sunday. Flights are available to Vilancoulos on a
the warmer, rainy season from November Mozambique’s famous LM prawns. Monday and Friday on Air Travelmax and daily on
to January (though be prepared for high Pelican Air.
temperatures, especially in January). The Visitors can explore the city, particularly the old
heaviest rains fall from about February town where you can pick up exotic spices, nuts and Flying time to Maputo is approximately 50 minutes
to March/April where many of the roads nick-nacks at the town’s many colourful markets, and to Vilanculos and Inhambane is approximately
become impassable and flooding is common the most popular being the bustling market place 2 hours from Johannesburg. Flights are available
in the south and centre. at Costa del Sol. on LAM, Travelmax or Pelican Air.
The beaches of Mozambique offer sandy Flights to Pemba are operated by LAM and depart
palm-fringed beaches, coral reefs and qualify as on a Wednesday and Friday. Flying time is
some of the most beautiful places in Africa. approximately 4 and a half hours.
The Bazaruto archipelago, Inhambane, Inhaca and
Pemba are the places that make Mozambique
holidays unforgettable. With sunshine, endless
sandy white beaches and clear waters, it is a
Street market perfect holiday destination.

Mozambique - Maputo & Islands
HHHH Southern Sun Maputo SUPERIOR HHHH Hotel Avenida SUPERIOR
LOCATION: 7km’s from Maputo International Airport on Avenida de LOCATION: 10km’s from Maputo International Airport on Julius Nyerere
Marginal. Avenue in Maputo city centre.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The hotel is situated on the ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Hotel Avenida offers 159 rooms
beachfront with a total of 158 rooms all with private bathroom, all with air-conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, mini bar, direct dial
air-conditioning, Satellite TV, direct dial telephone, internet access, tea/ telephone, bath robes, hairdryer and electronic safe. There is one main
coffee making facilities, in room safe and hairdryer. Southern Sun Maputo restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with a lobby bar open
Restaurant offers a wholesome buffet breakfast, as well as a la carte and The hotel has a swimming pool and bar situated on the rooftop with
buffet dinner. Light meals and sundowners are available on the outdoor a second bar situated in the lobby. There is a health club and parking
terrace overlooking the sparkling ocean with sundowners served in the available on the hotel premises.
hotel bar. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre with
golf, tennis and fishing nearby.
WHAT THINGS COST: WHAT THINGS COST:

Ex JNB from R3 652 pp Ex JNB from R5 058 pp
Prices are an estimate. Prices are an estimate.
Mozambique - Maputo & Islands

Ex DUR from R3 652 pp Bottle of local wine Mtn 520
Ex CPT from R5 595 pp Can of local beer Mtn 70 Ex CPT from R7 122 pp Can of local beer Mtn 85
Small bottle of water Mtn 50 Small bottle of water Mtn 50
Meals: Breakfast daily Meals: Breakfast daily
Cup of Coffee/tea Mtn 75 Cup of Coffee/tea Mtn 60
ACCOMMODATION: 2 Nights ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights
Can of cold drink Mtn 50 Can of cold drink Mtn 85
Light lunch Mtn 270 Light lunch Mtn 450
HHHHH Polana Serena Hotel DELUXE HHHH Pestana Bazaruto Lodge STANDARD
LOCATION: Located in the heart of Maputo on Julius Nyerere Avenue. LOCATION: Pestana Bazaruto Lodge is on the largest island of
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Polana Serena Hotel in Maputo will the Bazaruto Archipelago, approximately 800km North of Maputo.
be undergoing a refurbishment, set to commence during July 2008 and ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The lodge offers 40 “A-frame”
completed by mid-2009, the changing face of this grande dame of Maputo thatched bungalows comprising of 13 standard rooms, 23 superior rooms
will not inconvenience guests and it will be business as usual during the plus 4 suites. Every bungalow offers air-conditioning & ceiling fan and
refurbishments. a private bathroom with an enclosed outdoor shower. There is one
Services include: porterage, concierge, guest relations, reception, 24 hours restaurant with African drums announcing dinner every evening. For lunch,
room service, breakfast, lunch, dinner and bar service, gym, tennis court, a light meal can be served by the pool or a picnic prepared for the beach.
telephone and fax, Internet (Wireless), the business centre, laundry & dry The bar is situated by the swimming pool and a games room/TV lounge
cleaning, as well as all facilities in the rooms to meet the Hotel’s 5-star with DSTV, local crafts shop and internet facilities available at the main
standards. Lodge. There is also a free shuttle daily to Dolphin Bay.
WHAT THINGS COST: FULL BOARD

Prices are an estimate. IncludeD:
Ex DUR from R12 298 pp - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner -
Ex CPT from R5 903 pp Can of local beer Mtn 75 Ex CPT from R12 890 pp Tea and coffee
Small bottle of water Mtn 70 Prices are an estimate.
Meals: Breakfast daily Meals: Full Board
Cup of Coffee/tea Mtn 80 Bottle of local wine US$ 29
Can of cold drink Mtn 70 Small bottle of water US$ 1
Light lunch Mtn 300 Can of cold drink US$ 2
ALl PACKAGES Include:

• Return flights • Return transfers • Accommodation (package specific) • Meals as specified above in hotel info
(Prices are from a starting price per person sharing).
Mozambique Islands
HHH Barra Lodge Beach Resort standard HHHH Flamingo Bay Water Lodge SUPERIOR
LOCATION: A 30 minute drive from Inhambane airport and 485km’s LOCATION: A 30 minute drive from Inhambane airport and 485km’s
from Maputo. from Maputo.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Barra Lodge offers 20 family casitas ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Luxury water chalets that are
with 1 double bed and 2 single beds all with mosquito nets, an en-suite spacious and well appointed with a balcony, wide opening sliding doors
shower, toilet, hand basin and tea/coffee making facilities. Fresh seafood and air-conditioning. All chalets are situated on stilts in the crystal clear
dominates the menu with prawns, calamari and fresh line fish remaining tidal waters of Inhambane Bay and connected to the main building by
the ever-popular favourites. Every Wednesday and Saturday evening Barra wooden walkways where sunbathing, swimming and snorkelling can be
Lodge boasts a sumptuous buffet dinner served in the beach bar with live enjoyed directly from your chalet. The restaurant overlooks the swimming
Mozambican entertainment. The beach bar is open daily and offers drinks, pool which merges into the view across the bay. Enjoy cocktails on the
light meals and fresh pizza’s allowing one to enjoy all day on the beach. For pool deck while watching the sunset or enjoy your meals in the morning or
water lovers a host of activities are available at an additional supplement. evening either indoors or outdoors. The bar is a gathering point attracting
guests to share their days experiences and enjoy the magical sunsets.

Ex CPT from R8 105 pp Can of local beer Mtn 40 Ex CPT from R10 247 pp Can of local beer Mtn 40
Small bottle of water Mtn 20 Small bottle of water Mtn 20
Mozambique Islands
Meals: Breakfast and dinner daily Meals: Breakfast and dinner daily
Cup of Coffee/tea Mtn 45 Cup of Coffee/tea Mtn 45
Can of cold drink Mtn 35 Can of cold drink Mtn 35
Light lunch Mtn 230 Light lunch Mtn 280
HHHH Benguerra Lodge SUPERIOR HHHH Marlin Lodge SUPERIOR
LOCATION: The Lodge is situated on the protected North West side of LOCATION: The Lodge is situated on Benguerra Island (Bazaruto
Benguerra Island (Bazaruto Archipelago). Archipelago).
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: There are three different kinds of ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Marlin lodge offers 14 luxury beach
accommodation at Benguerra: 2 double cabanas, 10 casitas and 1 exclusive chalets and 3 executive beach suites all set just above the beach, sea
villa all offering sea views, en suite bathrooms, tea/coffee making facilities, facing, and only a few steps from the white sands of flamingo bay beach.
overhead fans and mosquito nets. The Main Lodge consists of a large All rooms feature an en-suite bathroom, shower, roof fan, air-conditioning,
reception area, gift shop, expansive lounge and bar, dining room, library - four-poster bed with mosquito netting, his and her basins, inside & outside
all with large wooden decks and indoor and outdoor seating areas. There showers, private lounge, private veranda with deck chairs, mini bar and
is also a swimming pool and small spa. Activities include scuba diving, a private walkway to the beach. Meals are served in the open air dining
snorkelling, saltwater fly fishing, deep-sea fishing, land rover trips, room, on the beach under the stars, or privately-for-two on your terrace
island tours, Dhow Cruising, sea kayaking, day trips on Stiletto, the 38ft or under your beach gazebo. Activities include windsurfing, catamaran
catamaran, castaway picnics, beachcombing and bird watching. sailing, kite flying, scuba diving as well as game fishing.
ALL INCLUSIVE WHAT THINGS COST:

IncludeD: IncludeD:
Ex DUR from R26 715 pp - Breakfast - Lunch Ex DUR from R16 819 pp - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner -
Ex CPT from R27 308 pp - Dinner - Snacks Ex CPT from R17 411 pp Tea and coffee
- Local beer and wine Prices are an estimate.
Meals: All Inclusive - Cold Drinks Meals: Full Board
Bottle of local wine US$ 23
ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights - Tea and coffee ACCOMMODATION: 4 Nights
Small bottle of water US$ 1
- Water Can of cold drink US$ 1.3


Mozambique Islands
HHHH Pemba Beach Hotel & Spa Standard HHHHH Indigo Bay Island Resort & Spa SUPERIOR
LOCATION: Situated in Pemba, five minutes from Pemba Airport. LOCATION: On Bazaruto Island which lies 30km East of the mainland.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Pemba Beach has 102 rooms ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Indigo Bay Island Resort and Spa
consisting of 60 sea-facing Classic Rooms, 32 stylish Courtyard Rooms offers 29 Beach Chalets, 1 Beach Honeymoon Chalet, 12 Luxury Bay
with sea-facing or partial sea-facing views, 2 Royal Suites with stunning sea View Villas, 1 Executive Matemo Suite and 1 Presidential Villa. Each chalet
views, or 8 self-catering villas. All rooms are air-conditioned and contain and villa offers complete luxury, with air-conditioning, mosquito screens,
en-suite bathroom with bath and shower, mini-bar, satellite TV, direct dial en-suite bathrooms, mini-bars, 24-hour power, satellite TV and telephone
telephone, tea/coffee making facilities and electronic safe. access. Indigo Bay‘s living areas boast spectacular restaurants specializing
At night guests enjoy the Niassa Bar and the Quirimbas Restaurant where in seafood, and exotic bars with original walls dating back to the early
leading chefs whip up a blend of international and local cuisine, with Portuguese traders... This island resort caters for nature lovers, adrenaline
local Mozambique seafood in abundance. Pemba Beach offers a range of junkies and those simply in need of pampering. Activities include diving,
activities like snorkelling, windsurfing, diving, deep-sea fishing and spa. fishing, snorkelling, bird watching, dune boarding and horse riding.

Prices are an estimate. IncludeD:
Ex DUR from R7 835 pp Bottle of local wine US$ 40
Ex DUR from R17 380 pp - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner -
Ex CPT from R9 779 pp Can of local beer US$ 3.5 Ex CPT from R17 972 pp Tea and coffee
Small bottle of water US$ 3 Prices are an estimate.
Mozambique Islands
Meals: Breakfast daily Meals: Full Board
Cup of Coffee/tea US$ 3 Bottle of local wine US$ 40
Can of cold drink US$ 3 Small bottle of water US$ 3
Light lunch US$ 12 Can of cold drink US$ 3
HHHHH Medjumbe Private Island luxury HHHHH Matemo Island luxury
LOCATION: North of the Quirimbas Archipelago, a 45-minute flight LOCATION: Matemo Island is located in the 250km long Quirimbas
from mainland Pemba in Northern Mozambique. Archipelago, a mere 20 minute flight from the mainland.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The 13 palm-thatched beach chalets ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Each of the 24 palm-thatched,
on Medjumbe offer a full en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor air-conditioned chalets offers a sea view, en-suite bathrooms, outside
shower, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, hair dryer, mini bar, showers and deck hammocks, ceiling fans, full mosquito screening, hair
an electronic safe, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Each chalet dryer, mini bar, personal electronic safe, satellite TV and the convenience
has a private plunge pool. The hotel offers diving, fishing and watersports of tea/coffee making facilities.
such as sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, water-skiing. Wake and knee board- Activities include diving, deep sea fishing, watersports such as wind
ing is also available. Sunset cruises by boat or local dhow provide the end surfing, water skiing, wake and knee boarding, as well as sailing (Hobie Cat
to a perfect day. or Gypsy Sailing Dinghy). Land sports include volleyball, beach tennis and
cricket. Guided and unguided snorkelling is available.
ALL INCLUSIVE WHAT THINGS COST

IncludeD: IncludeD:
Ex DUR from R22 532 pp - Breakfast - Lunch Ex DUR from R20 425 pp - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner -
Ex CPT from R24 615 pp - Dinner - Snacks Ex CPT from R21 506 pp Tea and coffee
- Local beer and wine Prices are an estimate.
Meals: All Inclusive - Cold Drinks Meals: Full Board
Bottle of local wine US$ 40
Small bottle of water US$ 3
- Water Can of cold drink US$ 3

Kenya - Mombasa & Malindi
Beach life
The picturesque town is built on an island and
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is attached to the mainland by two deepwater
harbours. To the North it is joined to Tudor Creek
by a toll bridge, with views over the harbour linking
Kenya - Mombasa & Malindi
the town to the North Coast resorts, night clubs

CAPITAL CITY: Nairobi and restaurants. On the South side a ferry carries
cars and passengers over Kilindini Creek to the
LANGUAGE: entrance of the modern port area, en route to the
English is widely spoken, with Swahili being the splendid beaches and hotels on the South Coast.
official language
CURRENCY: Malindi
Kenyan Schilling (Ksh). We recommend taking Malindi is the second largest coastal town of Kenya
US Dollars as the preferred foreign exchange and it is situated about 120 km north of Mombasa
just a little south of the equator. Malindi conjures
VISA:
No visas are required for SA passport holders up visions of a great historic town that has
journeyed through ages. The culture, economy and
AREA: 586, 600 km2 general setup of any given place changes with time,
TIME DIFFERENCE: SA Time + 1 hour and Malindi has journeyed through these eras with
much pomp and flair.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:
A yellow fever certificate is required, and
The Kenyan coast is lined with pristine white sand From the time of the early Chinese and Arab
anti-malaria precautions are recommended
beaches fringing the warm inviting waters of the traders to the Portuguese sailors and later on to
Indian Ocean. Here the wilderness meets the sea, European settlers who alongside other investors
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL
and the ocean itself holds a world of spectacular have transformed Malindi into a reputable
Kenya is generally a dry area with pleasant coral reefs teeming with life and colour. destination of tourism importance. There is much
overall conditions all year round. warmth and hospitality of the people of Kenya to
There is a wet season between April and June The coast is a place with a long and exotic history, experience here in Malindi.
and a second in November and December. its calm blue waters the traditional passage of the
Temperatures are consistent throughout the Arabian Spice Trade. Along the length of this coast, Getting There:
year and cool for an equatorial region, rang- Arab and Portuguese forts, Old Towns and the There are flights to Kenya daily from Johannesburg
ing mostly in the high 20C to low 30C. overgrown, deserted ruins of Swahili outposts bear with add on options also available from the other
witness to this fascinating history. In the winding major cities. Flying time is approximately 4 hours
medieval streets and bustling markets of Lamu and from Johannesburg and you have the choice of
Mombasa Old Town, life has continued unhurried Kenya Airways and SAA.
and unchanged for more than 400 years. This
blend of natural beauty and living history creates
an exotic paradise unlike anywhere else on earth.
Mombasa
Mombasa is Kenya’s second largest town and its
only port, offering some of the best sandy white
beaches and coral reefs in Africa.
Camel ride on Mombasa Beach Basking in the sun in Mombasa

Mombasa & Malindi
HHHHH Dream of Africa deluxe HHHH Malindi Beach SUPERIOR
LOCATION: In Malindi on Silversand Beach. LOCATION: In Malindi on Silversand Beach.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Dream of Africa is an all-inclusive ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This is an all inclusive hotel offering
hotel situated on the sandy shores of Malindi. The hotel consists of 35 23 rooms including 6 sea-facing rooms situated in two level villas.
rooms including 3 Junior suites and 2 suites. Each room boasts a king-size Amenities include air conditioning with individual control, balconies or
bed or twin beds fitted with mosquito nets, air conditioning with individual terraces, TV with international cable, satellite, mini-fridge, personal
climate control and ceiling fan, satellite TV, free internet connection, in-room safe box and shower.
sofa-bed, tea table, mini-bar, digital in room safe and telephone via operator. This hotel has 1 restaurant with a Mediterranean flair which serves
A Jacuzzi bathtub and shower are found in each room. The hotel offers 2 breakfast, lunch and Dinner “al a Carte style”. Malindi Beach has 2
choices of dining in either the main restaurant with its “a la carte” menu swimming pools including a beach side pool, sports center which offers
and Italian theme or the Pool Restaurant and Bar offering fresh fruits and windsurfing, canoe, sailing, table tennis, archery.
snacks. Activities include windsurfing, canoe, sailing and a International
PADI diving center.
FULLY INCLUSIVE FULLY INCLUSIVE

IncludeD: IncludeD:
Ex DUR from R14 536 pp - Breakfast - Lunch Ex DUR from R13 865 pp - Breakfast - Lunch
Ex CPT from R14 890 pp - Dinner - Snacks Ex CPT from R14 301 pp - Dinner - Snacks
- Local beer and wine - Local beer and wine
Mombasa & Malindi

Meals: Fully Inclusive - Coldrinks Meals: Fully Inclusive - Coldrinks
ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights - Tea and coffee ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights - Tea and coffee
- Water - Water
HHHH Indian Ocean Beach Resort SUPERIOR HHHH Mombasa Serena Beach SUPERIOR
LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Diani Beach. LOCATION: On the North Coast of Mombasa on Shanzu Beach.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Bordering a marine park, this lodge ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This hotel offers 166 air-conditioned
has 100 rooms in clusters of thatched cottages, each room with its own rooms and suites with most rooms offering a sea view or courtyard garden
veranda, en-suite bath/shower and separate toilet. There are 3 restaurants: view. All rooms offer satellite TV, air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, in
Ocean Terrace, Spices and Bahari Cove each offering different cuisine room safe, hairdryer, mini bar and free mineral water.
menus with three bars: The Sultans Lounge, Coconut Willy’s and This hotel has 3 restaurants and 2 bars, the Swahili themed Fountain
Bahari Beach Bar. The hotel has a 200m free-form swimming pool in restaurant is a strictly smart restaurant with the Jahazi grill restaurant
addition to 3 additional plunge pools scattered around the property. offering sea food and Italian orientated meals. Sokoni restaurant offers an
Watersports include deep-sea fishing, windsurfing, snorkelling, sailing, “al la Carte” menu. Activities include glass-bottom boat trips, windsurfing,
scuba diving, glass bottom boat, sea-scope boards, pedalos, kayaks and deep-sea fishing, catamaran sailing, introductory scuba diving lessons and
local ‘Ngalawa’ outrigger canoes. Resident musicians perform daily with snorkelling.
visiting cabaret artists entertaining during special theme evenings.

Ex DUR from R10 801 pp Bottle of local wine Ksh 1250
Ex CPT from R11 105 pp Can of local beer Ksh 220 Ex CPT from R11 837 pp Can of local beer Ksh 240
Small bottle of water Ksh 200 Small bottle of water Ksh 200
Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily Meals: Breakfast & dinner daily
Cup of Coffee/tea Ksh 110 Cup of Coffee/tea Ksh 200
Can of cold drink Ksh 100 Can of cold drink Ksh 100
Light lunch Ksh 400 Light lunch Ksh 450

Mombasa
HHHH Leopard Beach Resort deluxe HHHH Diani Reef Resort & Spa SUPERIOR
LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Diani Beach. LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Diani Beach.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Offering 148 rooms ranging from ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This resort offers a choice of
Standard rooms to Garden view and Sea facing with some Superior rooms Garden Facing Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, Penthouse Suites and
and Suites. All rooms are air-conditioned, with shower, bath, bidet, satellite Presidential Suites. All 144 rooms include either balconies or terraces with
television, mini bar, direct dial telephone, tea & coffee making facilities and satellite television, internet connections, mini-bars, hairdryers, tea and
hairdryers in all rooms. The Superior rooms, Suites and Chui class cottages coffee making facilities, air conditioning and room safes. Two bedrooms
have a safe. Guests are spoilt for choice with 5 restaurants and 4 bars avail- are available for wheelchair users. The hotel has 3 restaurants and a pastry
able to choose from. Uzuri Spa and Fitness Resort is a unique place to relax shop with 5 bars scattered throughout the resort. There is a wide variety
and unwind offering a wide range of treatments and therapies: the perfect of land and water-based activities including tennis, squash, wind surfing,
place for complete relaxation and rejuvenation. A watersports centre kite surfing, jet skis, sea kayaks, darts, pool and Table Tennis plus an
offers scuba diving, deep sea fishing, windsurfing, glass bottom boat trips, entertainment program catering for all ages.
snorkelling, kite surfing, catamaran, kayak and pedalo hire.

Mombasa
HHHH Pinewood Village Beach Resort standard HHHH Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort standard
LOCATION: On the South Coast of Mombasa on Galu Beach. LOCATION: On the North on Bamburi Beach.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Pinewood Village Beach Resort is ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Offering 338 rooms comprising of
a small boutique hotel with 58 rooms of which there are 36 Standard Standard, Seafront and Palm rooms, Executive and Presidential Suites.
Rooms, 18 Suites and 4 Executive Suites all offering either a garden view All rooms offer en-suite facilities, safety deposit boxes, mini bar, mosquito
or sea view, king size beds, en suite bathrooms, mosquito net, ceiling fan net, direct dial telephone, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities and
and air-conditioning, telephone and a room safe. hairdryers. There is a choice of 3 restaurants and 4 bars offering evening
The hotel has 4 restaurants and 3 bars with the suites offering a personal entertainment, live bands and quiz evenings. A wide variety of sporting
chef for in room dining. This resort boasts an all in one watersports center, activities are available to choose from with a wide selection of water
Aqualand offering scuba diving, kite surfing, windsurfing, snorkelling, jet sports including 5 free form swimming pools and waterslide. Activities
skiing and big game fishing. include jet skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, banana boat rides, leisure cruises
to the reef on glass bottomed boats and scuba diving.

Ex JNB from R9 769pp Ex JNB from R10 214 pp


Seychelles
What a way to spend the day!
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CAPITAL CITY: Victoria
LANGUAGE:
Seychelles
Three official languages, English, Creole and
French
CURRENCY: Seychelles Rupee (Sr).
We recommend taking Euros’ as the
preferred foreign exchange
VISA:
SA passport holders do not require a visa
AREA:
Total land area of all 115 islands is 455 km2
TIME DIFFERENCE: SA Time + 2 hours White sand beach in Praslin
No vaccinations are presently required The Seychelles islands are of the most beautiful Right from the start, the government decreed that
islands in the world and still unspoilt offering days of no new building could be higher than the surrounding
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL perpetual summer and a rare combination of people palm trees, with the result that big-city levels of
and nature living in close harmony. The Seychelles is comfort and convenience have been achieved in
Seychelles lies outside the cyclone belt
and enjoys stable weather year round with made up of 115 islands and they are located 1000 thoroughly Seychellois settings.
the temperature never dropping below miles off the East African coast in the Indian Ocean.
24C or rising above 32C. There are two Of all of the islands, Mahe is the most developed The Seychellois are connoisseurs of good food
distinct seasons, from May to September the and visited with many visitors venturing across to with the origins of their racially mixed backgrounds
South East trade winds bring dry and cooler Praslin, La Digue and recently Silhouette Island. making interesting and exotic cooking. The main
weather and October to March the North Mahe Island has 75 beaches in total with the most meal of the day is eaten in the evening and with
West trade winds bring warm and humid popular of all the beaches being Beau Vallon Bay. so much of life in the Seychelles dominated by the
weather. January and February are generally All the islands of Seychelles are unique with their ocean it is little wonder that many of the recipes
rainy periods on the islands. own beautiful settings, crystal clear waters and include fish.
shady swaying palms. Each island of Seychelles
offers a unique experience with something to offer Getting There
for every traveller. Air Seychelles flies direct to Mahe, Seychelles
on a Friday and Sunday with add on options
Although the Seychelles offer the full range of available from other major centres. Flying time is
accommodation from self-catering apartments to approximately 4 hours.
luxury hotels, careful planning has ensured that the
islands have retained the astonishing beauty and
quiet charm that attracted the first tourists.
Seychelles coastline
Seychelles - Mahe
HHH Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay standard HHHH Le Meridien Barbarons standard
LOCATION: North of Mahe Island, overlooking the Indian Ocean LOCATION: West of Mahe Island, 22 km from the airport.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: 232 furnished rooms are spread out ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: With a choice of 124 rooms featuring
over a view of magnificently landscaped tropical gardens. All are equipped standard rooms with garden views, superior rooms with ocean views and
with air-conditioning, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities and a shower. deluxe rooms and ocean view suites offering beach views. All rooms are
The hotel has a choice of 3 restaurants, Parrot Restaurant, Pizzeria and equipped with air conditioning, TV with Satellite, internet access, mini
Le Canton Chinese Restaurant with a Teppanyaki corner and 4 bars: Pool bar & an electronic safe. Le Méridien Barbarons features two restaurants
bar, Pizzeria bar, Silhouette lounge/bar and the casino bar. Recreational with exciting concepts and two bars which will offer a variety of cocktails
facilities include a casino, tennis courts, volleyball, a 5 Star PADI Dive Centre and eating options. Recreational facilities include canoes, pedal boats,
& School, complimentary windsurfing, canoeing & sailing. Para gliding, water snorkelling equipment, beach volleyball & mini golf. A PADI Dive centre is
scooters, deep sea fishing and snorkelling are also available at a nominal available on the premises. The Penguin Kids Club is available for children
fee. A complimentary shuttle service is available to Victoria or Berjaya from 6 to 12 years of age and is open daily from 09h00 to 17h00 hours
Mahe Beach Resort or Port Launay Beach at selected time intervals. at no additional cost.

Ex DUR from R9 674 pp Bottle of local wine US$ 36
Ex DUR from R14 068 pp Bottle of local wine € 25
Ex CPT from R9 990 pp Can of local beer US$ 4 Ex CPT from R14 384 pp Bottle of local Beer € 10
Small bottle of water US$ 3 Small bottle of water €5
Seychelles - Mahe
Cup of Coffee/tea US$ 3 Cup of Coffee/tea: €4

Can of cold drink US$ 4 Can of cold drink € 2.5
Light lunch US$ 13 Light lunch (salad) € 28
HHHHH Le Meridien Fishermans Cove SUPERIOR HHHHH Sunset Beach Hotel sUPERIOR
LOCATION: Tucked away on the Southern end of Beau Vallon beach. LOCATION: North of Mahe Island, 16 km from the airport.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: 68 Rooms all with a sea view. All ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: An intimate hotel with 29 rooms
rooms have air conditioning, balcony or terrace, separate walk in shower, consisting of Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites and Luxury villas. Each room or
bath tub and twin basins, IDD telephone, internet connection, mini bar, villa has its own mini bar, air conditioning, direct-dial telephone, en-suite
safe, hairdryer, satellite TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Le Méridien bath & shower, tea/coffee making facilities and a safe deposit box. With
Fisherman’s Cove offers two restaurants and one bar with 24 hour room one restaurant offering Creole and International cuisine, the mouth-
service. Recreational facilities with all water sports, including waterskiing, watering Creole cooking style draws on the vibrancy and variety of local
parasailing, diving and deep-sea fishing, are available next to the hotel, at fruit and vegetables together with freshly caught seafood. The swimming
a charge. Non-motorised water sports, including sailing, hobie cat and pool overlooks the Indian Ocean and there is also a games room and a sun
windsurfing, are offered at no extra cost to guests. A newly created deck. The hotel offers snorkelling from its own beach and the hotel can
Zen Fitness & Spa Centre offers a wide choice of beauty treatments and also arrange other activities such as sailing and scuba diving from nearby
massages. Beau Vallon Bay. No children under 10 years are accepted at this hotel.

Ex CPT from R24 253 pp Bottle of local Beer € 10 Ex CPT from R16 549 pp Bottle of local Beer € 10
Small bottle of water €5 Small bottle of water €5
Cup of Coffee/tea: €4 Cup of Coffee/tea: €4
Can of cold drink € 2.5 Can of cold drink € 2.5
Light lunch (salad) € 28 Light lunch (salad) € 28


Seychelles - Mahe & Praslin
HHHHH Hilton Seychelles Northolme SUPERIOR HHHHH Banyan Tree Seychelles LUXURY
LOCATION: North East Coast of Mahe Island, 40 Minutes from the LOCATION: South Coast of Mahe Island, 30 Minutes from the airport.
airport. ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: With a choice of 47 villas to choose
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Offering 40 Ocean view Hillside from offering a private swimming pool, double sun lounger on pool deck,
Villas all offering a king sized bed, seating area with sofa, internet access, pavilion with living and dining area, bedroom with king-size bed, indoor
plasma TV & DVD player, luxury bathroom with walk-in shower, whirlpool sunken tub with deluxe shower, his & her vanity counter, bathrobes, hair
bath, mineral water and fruit. Restaurants and bars include the open-air dryer, coffee & tea making facilities, mini-bar, IDD telephone, color TV,
Hilltop Restaurant, Les Cocotiers “a la carte” restaurant, Lobby Lounge in-villa safe, air-conditioning and wireless & wired internet access. Guests
serving fruit juices, cocktails and afternoon tea, Ocean View Bar with an are spoilt for choice with dining as there are many options, including
open sun deck and the Crow’s Nest, a multi-function room with tables for in-villa dining. Facilities include tennis courts, free form pool, gym,
pool, tennis, cards, chess and other board games. Other facilities include snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing and kayaking with scuba diving, and
the infinity swimming pool, scuba dive centre where fishing or snorkelling deep sea fishing available off site. Banyan Tree Spa provides an extensive
trips can be arranged as well as the Duniye Spa with various treatments. range of massage, body and beauty treatments.

Ex DUR from R33 000 pp Ex DUR from R34 560 pp
Seychelles - Mahe & Praslin

Bottle of imported wine € 25 Bottle of local wine US$ 55
Ex CPT from R33 316 pp Bottle of local Beer € 5.50 Ex CPT from R34 876 pp Bottle of local Beer US$ 8
Small bottle of water €5 Small bottle of water US$ 5
Cup of Coffee/tea: €4 Cup of Coffee/tea US$ 5
Can of cold drink €3 Bottle of cold drink US$ 6
Light lunch (salad) € 14 Light lunch (salad) US$ 15
HHHH Indian Ocean Lodge SUPERIOR HHHH Paradise Sun SUPERIOR
LOCATION: West Coast of Praslin, 5 Minutes from the airport. LOCATION: North East Coast of Praslin, 20 Minutes from the airport.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: There are 32 rooms all situated in
eight separate units all with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, seafront balconies, ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The hotel has a total of 80 rooms
mini-bar, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Indian Ocean Lodge has of which 70 are Superior rooms and 10 are Deluxe family rooms. All
a restaurant serving delicious local and International cuisine with a bar rooms have air-conditioning, ceiling fan, hairdryer, electronic safe, mini
where guests can enjoy cocktails. Special “à la carte” dinners by candlelight bar, tea/coffee making facilities and IDD telephone. Hotel facilities include
can also be catered for upon request. Facilities include a swimming pool an outdoor pool, volleyball, bicycle hire, table tennis, sunset boat
with a complimentary shuttle to Cote de Or beach daily. Daily excursions cruise, massage facilities on request, petanque, yoga, aerobics and an
by boat can be arranged to any of the nature reserve islands of Cousin, out-sourced 5-star PADI dive centre. Complimentary non- motorised water
Aride and Curieuse all of which are home to a diverse variety of fauna sports include pedal boats, windsurfing, kayaking, and snorkelling. Island
and flora. excursions and scuba diving are available at a nominal charge.

Ex DUR from R11 897 pp Bottle of imported wine € 43
Ex DUR from R16 911 pp Bottle of imported wine € 43
Ex CPT from R12 219 pp Bottle of local Beer €6 Ex CPT from R17 233 pp Bottle of local Beer €6
Small bottle of water € 4 Small bottle of water € 4
Meals: Breakfast daily Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily
Can of cold drink €3 Can of cold drink €3

Seychelles - Praslin, La Digue & Silhouette
HHHH La Reserve Hotel sUPERIOR HHHHH Constance Lemuria Resort LUXURY
LOCATION: East Coast of Praslin, 25 Minutes from the airport. LOCATION: North West Coast of Praslin, 5 Minutes from the airport.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: 40 rooms are all sea facing, within a ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Set amidst 150 hectares of scenic
few steps from the hotel’s private beach. The Jetty Restaurant offers one palm groves with an 18 hole championship golf course, the hotel offers 88
of the most memorable dining experiences in all of the Seychelles and Junior suites, 8 Senior suites, 8 Private pool villas and a Presidential suite.
guests can watch the lights of anchored yachts in the bay and the natural Each suite has a ceiling fan air-conditioning, large bathrooms, terrace with
aquarium of jostling fish below. Breakfast and dinner are served in the private dining space, hairdryer, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, CD & DVD
jetty restaurant overlooking the bay with lunch served at the swimming player, telephone/answering machine and tea/coffee making facilities.
pool grill. Free facilities and activities include afternoon tea/coffee daily There is a choice of 3 restaurants and 4 bars to choose from. Free activities
including cakes and sandwiches, snorkelling equipment, beach towels and include golf green fees, kayaks, windsurfing, hobie cats, snorkelling, pedal
entrance to Curieuse Marine Park, sunset cruise on Mondays, discovery boats, laser dinghies and two floodlit tennis courts. Scuba diving, deep sea
tour to Curieuse and St. Pierre islands on Wednesdays, boat transfer to/ fishing and mountain bikes are available at a nominal fee. The Guerlain
from La Digue Island and excursions to Sister and Coco islands. Institute, health and fitness centre offers a calm and tranquil escape.
Seychelles - Praslin, La Digue & Silhouette

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily Meals: Breakfast daily
Can of cold drink € 2.5 Can of cold drink € 2.5
HHHH La Digue Island Lodge sUPERIOR HHHHH Labriz Silhouette Island DELUXE
LOCATION: Half an Hour by boat from Praslin and 800 meters from La LOCATION: Located on Silhouette Island, 45 minute boat or 15 minute
Digue Jetty. helicopter transfer from Seychelles Airport.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The Lodge is the main hotel on ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The 3rd largest island in Seychelles,
La Digue composed of 60 rooms with a wide choice of accommodation with 110 Beach and Garden villas and Silhouette Pavilions with it’s own
ranging from Standard rooms to Chalets and Suites. The main restaurant private gardens and pool and all villas offering 32” LCD TV, DVD player ,
serves buffet breakfast daily and International and Creole cuisine with a Wireless internet, Outdoor shower, two vanities, hairdryer, air conditioning,
pool restaurant and bar available throughout the day, offering a superb mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a choice of 7 restaurants
“à la carte” menu including freshly caught grilled fish, locally spiced meats to choose from. Activities include a PADI dive centre equipped with a
and salads. Hotel guests are offered complimentary daily boat excursions decompression chamber, non motorized watersports and fitness centre.
to neighboring islands and a twice-weekly sunset cruise. Guests will also The hotel spa offers mountainside treatments suites set on stilts amidst
receive complimentary passes to L’Union Estate, an interesting area of La massive boulders.
Digue where you can appreciate the beauty of this unique island.
WHAT THINGS COST:

Ex JNB from R24 591 pp Ex JNB from R25 206 pp WHAT THINGS COST:
Ex DUR from R25 355 pp Bottle of local wine € 25 Ex DUR from R25 969 pp Bottle of local wine € 25
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily Cup of Coffee/tea: €4 Meals: Breakfast daily
Cup of Coffee/tea: €4
ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights Can of cold drink € 2.5 ACCOMMODATION: 7 Nights
Can of cold drink € 2.5


Zanzibar
Pristine beaches
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CAPITAL CITY: Stone Town
LANGUAGE:
English and Swahili are the official languages
Zanzibar
CURRENCY:
Tanzanian Schilling (Tsh). We recommend
taking US Dollars as the preferred foreign
exchange
VISA: SA passport holders require a visa
AREA: 17, 494 km2.
TIME DIFFERENCE: SA Time + 1 hour
Stone Town street
Malaria precautions are necessary and it is
also recommended that you have vaccinations
against Hepatitis A & B and Tetanus. Proof of a Fifteen miles from mainland Tanzania, the Zanzibar Getting There
yellow fever certificate is required to re-enter Archipelago consists of main island Unguja, Pemba There are flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar
into South Africa and many small islands. Zanzibar is the largest on Air Tanzania and SAA daily via Dar es Salaam
coral island off the coast of East Africa. With with direct flights on Air Tanzania on a Monday,
BEST TIME TO TRAVEL centuries old sailing dhows still sailing the waters Wednesday, Friday and Saturday with add on
Zanzibar is an equatorial climate with heavy and ornately wooden carved doors still decorating options available from other major centres. Flying
rains form March to May. many homes, the scent of cinnamon, cloves, and time is approximately 4 hours.
The best time to visit Zanzibar is during the nutmeg abounds. Zanzibar, “the island of spices”
dry season from June to October where the has a strong Arabic influence. Some Swahili words to help you with your travels
temperatures average 25 degrees. in Zanzibar :
The tropical island is about 85 km’s long and 30 Hello – Jambo
It is very hot from December to March.
km’s wide with a number of tiny islands around it, Hello, how are you – Mambo
Pemba which is the largest and called Al-khudra in Good bye – Kwaheri
Arabic meaning the green island. Many thanks – Asante Sana
Please – Tafadhali
Stone Town is the old city and cultural heart of Good Night – Lala Salama
Zanzibar where little changed in the last 200 years. Slowly – Pole
It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, Fast - Haraka
mosques and grand Arab houses. The unique No problem - Hakuna Matata
architecture of Stone Town fuses Arabic, Indian, Water - Maji
European and African influences. You can spend
many idle hours and days just wandering through
the fascinating labyrinth of narrow streets and
alleyways.
Dhows
Zanzibar
HHH Beyt Al Chai standard HHHH Zanzibar Serena Inn sUPERIOR
LOCATION: In Stone Town, Zanzibar. LOCATION: In Stone Town, Zanzibar.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This beautiful boutique hotel has 6 ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: The total number of guest rooms
rooms. Each room is decorated differently in bright coloured materials and in this hotel is 51. Consisting of 41 Standard rooms, 6 Prime rooms, 1
genuine antiques, All rooms have air-conditioning, ceiling fans and en suite Honeymoon Suite, 2 Executive Suites and 1 Presidential Suite. Each room
bathrooms. Some have sea views. includes satellite TV, air-conditioning, mosquito nets, mini-bar, in-room
This hotel has a breakfast room and a lounge but has no bar or restaurant. safe, telephone and bathroom with tub/shower.
Beyt Al Chai is within easy walking distance to all the attractions The main features of Zanzibar Serena Inn cuisine are Seafood suppers on
of Zanzibar Town. Activities are available in nearby Stonetown and include the Roof Top Terrace, Home-made cocktails and Seafood grills and beach
day tours, diving, fishing, cycling, cocktails. Activities include sailing, fishing, scuba diving, walking safaris,
ballooning, canoe safaris, biking, mountain climbing and trekking.
WHAT THINGS COST WHAT THINGS COST

Ex DUR from R15 253 pp Local bottle of wine Tsh 30 000
Ex CPT from R15 845 pp Can of local beer Tsh 5000 Ex CPT from R16 043 pp Can of local beer Tsh 4000
Small bottle of water Tsh 2800 Small bottle of water Tsh 3000
Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 2800 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 4000
Can of cold drink Tsh 2900 Can of cold drink Tsh 2700
(1 night Beyt Al Chai & 6 nights Blue Bay) (1 night Serena & 6 nights Gemma Dell ‘Est)
Light lunch (salad) Tsh 6000 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 7000
Zanzibar
HHHH Ocean Paradise Resort standard HHHH Fairmont Zanzibar SUPERIOR
LOCATION: On the North East Coast, 60 km’s from the airport. LOCATION: On the north-east coast of Zanzibar. 45 Minutes from
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Designed as a traditional African Zanzibar airport.
roundhouse featuring all the creature comforts needed, Ocean Paradise ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: With 109 rooms including Villas,
has a total of 98 rooms including 2 junior suites all equipped with Cottages and Deluxe Rooms a client will be spoilt for choice.
air-conditioning and ceiling fan, en-suite bathroom, balcony, satellite TV, Each room includes the following amenities air conditioning, satellite TV,
direct dial television, mini bar, hairdryer and safe. Guests have a choice of coffee making facilities and hair dryers. Fairmont Zanzibar has a number
3 restaurants: Ocean, Jahazi and Mawimbi and 3 bars: Bahari, Pool and of places in which a guest could eat ranging from the Tradewinds family
Jungle bar & disco. Activities include diving, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing, Restaurant to the Zama Grill. Amenities include pool, fitness centre,
swimming pool with children’s pool, table tennis, billiards/snooker and an spa, PADI dive centre, fishing and water sports such as canoeing, sea
internet café. kayaking, paddle skiing, windsurfing, fishing, Hobby Cat sailing, snorkelling
and more.

Ex JNB from R 9 875 pp Ex JNB from R14 030 pp
Ex CPT from R11 928 pp Can of local beer Tsh 3500 Ex CPT from R16 083 pp Can of local beer Tsh 3500
Small bottle of water Tsh 1200 Small bottle of water Tsh 1700
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily
Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 2500 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 3500
Can of cold drink Tsh 2200 Can of cold drink Tsh 1700
Light lunch (salad) Tsh 6000 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 10 000


Zanzibar
HHHH Breezes Beach Club & Spa SUPERIOR HHHH Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa SUPERIOR
LOCATION: On the South East Coast, 45 km’s from the airport. LOCATION: On the East Coast, 35 km’s from the airport.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This hotel has 70 rooms comprising ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: All 88 rooms have stunning views
of 20 Suites, 40 Deluxe rooms and 10 Standard rooms. All rooms are fully and consist of a spacious bedroom, separate dressing room, en-suite
air-conditioned with en-suite bathrooms, refrigerator, personal electronic bathroom and verandah or balcony. Features include mosquito nets,
safe box, hairdryer in bathroom and have a full third bed functioning as air conditioners, ceiling fans, satellite TV’s, mini-bars, hair dryers and
a sofa. telephones.
Breezes Beach Club has 4 restaurants namely The Tides, Salama Dining The Bluebay Beach Resort ‘Makuti Restaurant’ overlooking the modern
Room, The Sultans Table and The Breakers Grill. Facilities include a Spa, deck-level swimming pool offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other
yoga and meditation, Marine Activities Center offering water sports facilities include an open air discothèque, a large fresh water swimming
including a PADI diving center. Shopping Bazaar, Fitness & Aerobics center pool with adjoining open-air Jacuzzi, fitness centre, flood lit tennis court,
and Tours and excursions. 5-star PADI Scuba Diving centre and a water sports centre.

Ex CPT from R13 694 pp Can of local beer €3 Ex CPT from R15 941 pp Can of local beer Tsh 5000
Small bottle of water € 2 Small bottle of water Tsh 2800
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily
Cup of coffee/tea € 1.6 Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 2800
Can of cold drink (fizzy) € 2 Can of cold drink Tsh 2900
Light lunch (salad) €6 Light lunch (salad) Tsh 6000
Zanzibar
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LOCATION: On the North West Coast, 50 km’s from the airport. LOCATION: On the North East Coast, 60 km’s from the airport.
ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: This hotel has 138 rooms including ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES: Zamani Zanzibar Kempinski has
93 deluxe rooms, 16 suites, 1 family suite, 23 villa Club rooms in 7 private 110 rooms and suites. All rooms and suites offer the following services:
villas and 1 Presidential villa. All rooms with terrace and sea view featuring, internet port, cable TV with movie channels, telephone, mini-bar, in-room
mosquito net and ceiling fan, air-conditioning, remote controlled TV with safe, coffee and tea making facilities, hairdryer and outdoor shower. This
satellite channels, in-room safe box, mini bar and Coffee/Tea making hotel boasts two restaurants and 3 bars. Restaurants offer both a la carte
facilities. and buffet menus. And the bars offer both African and International
Leisure & Sports Facilities include daily recreation & fitness activities, large cocktails. Activities include Zamani Beach Club which offers ball sports,
swimming pool with children’s area, Jacuzzi, outdoor gym and reading water sports, reef walking and snorkelling. PADI scuba diving centre, deep
lounge. The Water Sports Center features hobby cat, windsurfing and sea fishing, cycling and Dhow sunset cruise.
laser dinghy and canoes. This hotel boasts 8 restaurants and bars.
ALL INCLUSIVE WHAT THINGS COST

IncludeD: Prices are an estimate.
Ex DUR from R18 556 pp - Breakfast - Lunch Ex DUR from R18 094 pp Local bottle of wine Tsh 48 000
Ex CPT from R19 148 pp - Dinner - Snacks Ex CPT from R18 686 pp Can of local beer Tsh 5000
- Local beer and wine Small bottle of water Tsh 12 000
Meals: All Inclusive - Coldrinks Meals: Breakfast and Dinner daily
Cup of Coffee/tea Tsh 3900
Can of cold drink Tsh 3200
- Water Light lunch (salad) Tsh 10 000

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