SAFARIS - Ghost Mountain Inn

C U LT U R A L & S C E N I C S A FA R I S
G R U B B Y N AT U R E WA L K
Z U L U C U LT U R A L WA L K
3-4HRS
R265
Immerse yourself into the rural community of the Lebombo
mountains and enjoy a memorable walk with remarkable views,
while learning about rural Zulu customs and living as it is today.
Th i s w a l k i s a c u l t u r a l t r e a t a n d a l l o w s f o r i n t e r a c t i o n w i t h t h e
people of the area, as well as gives a greater insight into life in
rural Zululand.
LEBOMBO SCENIC DRIVE
3-4HRS
4 PA X R 270
G H O S T M O U N T A I N C U LT U R A L E X P E R I E N C E
4 PA X R 410
2 PA X R 475
A unique experience and one of authenticity, the Myeni
Cultural Experience includes a visit to a local homestead as well
a s t h e c h a n ce to i n te ra c t w i t h m e m b e r s of t h e M ye n i fa m i l y.
With prior arrangement one can also experience an
unforgettable visit to a Sangoma with a bone reading if
desired, Stick fighting, and/or a sampling of traditional food
and drink. Finish the experience with a drive through the
Lebombo Mountains taking in some of the area’s awe-inspiring
views as well as the rural life that surrounds you.
Optional extras can be added to a cultural homestead visit, booked
subject to availability with prior arrangements. (This could increase
the duration of the visit by one hour)
F O O D & B E E R TA S T I N G R125
SANGOMA VIEWING
SQ
SANGOMA READING
SQ
ZULU STICK FIGHTING
SQ
A F R I C A T O DAY
R65
Don’t miss out on a chance to explore the creepy crawlies, frogs
and other hidden treasures in the gardens and around the dam
with your ver y own guide!
N AT U R E T R E A S U R E H U N T
R65
A thrilling treasure hunt in nature promises both a fun and
educational experience while searching for tree sausages,
feathers, leaves and other interesting garden specimens.
2 PA X R 345
A leisurely drive up the Lebombo Mountains through
enthralling scener y with magnificent views of Lake Jozini
allows guests to unwind and inhale the wonder and grace
of rural Africa. If the drive is arranged in the evening,
sundow ners in this gorgeous location should not be missed!
3-4HRS
KIDS ACTIVITIES
ZULU CRAFTS
R150
Have fun and test your creative skills at making some simple
Zulu crafts, like beading and wire vehicles.
FA C E & F I N G E R PA I N T I N G
R150
Making a mess has never been so fun! Have fun painting weird
a n d wo n d e r f u l co l o u r s a n d p a t te r n s o n a f r i e n d s fa ce o r t a ke o n
the task to model clay into a shape.
FISHING
R150
Make your own fishing rod, dig for your own worms and fish for
tiddlers from the jetty!
PIZZA MAKING
R90
Have a blast making your own pizza in the kitchen and then
enjoy it around a boma campfire, with marshmallows and
melted chocolate.
SQ (By prior arrangement)
We l co m e t o a n i n t e r e s t i n g a n d co m p l ex a r e a o f S o u t h A f r i ca .
An area of hope and aspiration despite sometimes harsh and
t r y i n g c i r c u m s t a n ce s i n w h i c h l o ca l p e o p l e l i v e . We i nv i t e y o u
to explore the area a bit deeper with a specialised tour that
can be customised to your interest and timing of your visit.
Visit a local school or community project where you can meet
and interact with the locals.
Explore historic Zulu battle sites or cultural events such as
the annual Zulu Reed Dance or discover the archaeologically
significant Border Cave.
R a t e s s h o w n a r e p e r p e r s o n . Va l i d u n t i l 3 1 O c t o b e r 2 0 1 7 .
W W W . G H O S T M O U N TA I N I N N . C O. Z A
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Call: +27 (0)35 573 1025
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SAFARIS
W I L D L I F E & B I R D S A FA R I S
L A K E J O Z I N I B O AT C R U I S E & T I G E R F I S H I N G
B O AT C R U I S E S 3-4HRS
T I G E R F I S H I N G H A L F DAY 4 PA X R 335
2 PA X R 525
4 PA X R 685
F U L L DAY 4 PA X R 9 1 5
Lake Jozini lies in a dramatic setting at the foot of the Lebombo
M o u n t a i n s a n d i s o n e o f S o u t h A f r i c a ’ s l a r g e s t d a m s . Th e r e a r e
several exquisite gorges which abound with cycads and a wide
variety of birds. On the western side of the dam one might see
e l e p h a n t , r h i n o , h i p p o a n d c r o c o d i l e . Th e 1 3 v a r i e t i e s o f f i s h
found in the dam include tilapia, catfish, mud fish, carp and the
sought after tiger fish. A catch and release policy for the tigers
is promoted and anglers are encouraged to retain only one
trophy fish each per day, releasing the live smaller ones.
uMKHUZE GAME RESERVE GAME DRIVES
H A L F D AY 4 PA X R 590
2 PA X R 800
F U L L D AY W I T H L U N C H 4 PA X R 930
2 PA X R 1165
uMkhuze harbours an astonishing diversity of habitats ranging
from the eastern slopes of the Lebombo Mountains to stretches
of rolling acacia savannah, swamps, woodlands and riverine
forest. Wildlife includes black and white rhino, elephant, giraffe,
l e o p a r d , c h e e t a h , b u f fa l o a n d a m u l t i t u d e of p l a i n s g a m e .
Lion were reintroduced to the park in 2013 making it a Big
5 r e s e r v e . Th e b i r d i n g i s e x c e p t i o n a l - 4 2 0 s p e c i e s r e c o r d e d .
u M k h u z e o f f e r s a F i g F o r e s t Wa l k ( 5 - 6 h r s ) w h i c h i s h i g h l y
recommended.
HLUHLUWE GAME RESERVE GAME DRIVES
H A L F D AY 4 PA X R 795
2 PA X R 910
F U L L D AY W I T H L U N C H 4 PA X R 1250
2 PA X R 1370
Th e o l d e s t g a m e p a r k i n A f r i c a , t h i s r e s e r v e w a s
prevent the white rhino from becoming extinct.
species (including the Big Five) and in excess of
species are supported in this 96,000HA reser ve,
special experience for all.
proclaimed to
Eighty mammal
300 bird
making it a truly
Explore the wildlife, history, scenery and
cultural wealth of Zululand and the Elephant
Coast with Ghost Mountain Safaris.
Jo i n o u r e n t h u s i a s t i c a n d k n o w l e d g e a b l e
rangers on a variety of excursions.
F ro m G a m e D r i v e s o r b o a t c r u i s e s a n d Ti g e r
F i s h i n g o n L a k e Jo z i n i , t o h i k e s a n d Z u l u
homestead visits. Our qualified guides are
able to tailor-make itineraries for you.
WA L K I N G S A F A R I S
All of our walks are accompanied by guides
who are well versed in local history and
culture, as well as the fauna and flora
of the area.
Please request a specialist bird guide if there
are birders in the group.
M K U Z E R I V E R B I R D WA L K
Th i s i s a g e n t l e w a l k t h a t l e a v e s t h e h o t e l a n d t r a v e r s e s t h e d a m
in front of the hotel into the Mkuze riverbed and along to the
old weir.
A large number of birds both water and open savannah species
are to be seen with specials including palm swifts, white-eared
barbets, giant and malachite kingfishers, black coucal and many
o t h e r s . Th e s c e n e r y o f f e r s u p w o n d e r f u l v i e w s o f b o t h G h o s t
Mountain and the Lebombo Mountain Range.
G H O S T M O U N TA I N H I K E
3-4HRS
(Seasonal)
4 PA X R 510
2 PA X R 640
Experience the African night with its magnificent skies
and the possibility of nocturnal species such as ant-bear
(aardvark), leopard, genets, night jars and a host of smaller
c r e a t u r e s . Th e n i g h t a l s o a l l o w s o n e t h e o p p o r t u n i t y t o u s e
other senses and to relax to the sounds and aroma of Africa.
BIRDING TRIPS
H A L F O R F U L L D AY S Q
With more than 420 bird species on record, Mkuze and the
surrounding area is renow ned as a mecca for bird lovers. Some
of the specials one might go in search of are: Mangrove King
f i s h e r , A f r i c a n B r o a d b i l l , P i n k Th r o a t e d Tw i n S p o t , B l u e B i l l e d
Fire Finch, Narina trogon.
3-4HRS R195
Take a walk amongst beauty, myth and histor y in a hike to the
top of the Ghost Mountain (Tshaneni) and take in the expansive
view of the area, including the battlegrounds of the 1884 Battle
of Tshaneni.
Local legend has it that the mountain is haunted and there are
claims that, at times, lights can be seen emanating from the
s u m m i t a n d e e r i e s o u n d s c a n b e h e a r d . Th i s i n t r i g u i n g m o u n t a i n
is a protected site of cultural and historical significance and a
hike up the eastern side to learn more about the histor y and
folklore of the mountain and the surrounding area is an
absolute must.
u M K H U Z E F I G F O R E S T WA L K
5-6HRS
NIGHT DRIVES
1-2HRS R155
4 PA X R 725
(No persons u16 permitted)
2 PA X R 840
Spoil the senses to a remarkable fig forest walk as you explore
the spellbinding beauty of natural Africa. Although the Fig
F o r e s t Wa l k i s o n l y a b o u t t w o h o u r s l o n g , t h e w a l k i t s e l f i s
situated deep in the uMkhuze Game Reser ve so the activity
includes a game drive to and from the walk.
Th i s w a l k i s n o t s t r e n u o u s b u t d o e s r e q u i r e t r a v e r s i n g t w o
s h o r t s w i n g b r i d g e s o v e r t h e b e a u t i f u l M k u z e R i v e r . Th e w a l k
meanders under the magnificent canopy of giant sycamore figs,
the oldest of which is estimated at 450 years.
Th e s i l e n c e o f t h e f o r e s t i s b r o k e n b y a m u l t i t u d e o f b i r d
calls typified by the wail of trumpeter hornbills, while special
sightings have included the Pels Fishing Owl, the African
Broadbill and the Blue Mantled Flycatcher.
R AT E S S H O W N A R E P E R P E R S O N . V A L I D U N T I L 3 1 O C T O B E R 2 0 1 7 .