DAY TOURS
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risk room consolidation,
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Johannesburg
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Rebirth of a Nation
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Walk to Freedom
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Soweto Tour
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Rise to Freedom
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Apartheid Museum
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Cradle of Mankind
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Gold Reef Heritage Tour
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Pretoria Tour
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Lesedi African Experience
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Magalies Canopy Adventure
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Sun City & Pilanesberg National Park
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Pilanesberg Game Drive
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Pilanesbeg Elephant Back Safari
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Cheetah Wildlife Adventure
Cape Town
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Table Mountain & City Tour
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Cape Highlights Tour
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Cape Township “Cape Care Route”
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“Topless” Cape Town Bus
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Cape Town by Night
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Hermanus Tour
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Cape Point Tour
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Winelands Tour
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Great White Shark Cage Diving
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Hiking & Trekking Table Mountain Range
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Cape Point & Winelands Cycle Combo
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Sand Board & Quad Biking Combo
Durban
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Durban City Tour
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Kwa-Mashu Township Cultural Tour
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Durban’s Golden Mile Highlights
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Mountain Splendour Tour
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Shakaland Nandi Experience
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is the major international
gateway for South Africa.
Johannesburg is the major international gateway for South Africa. This
vibrant and dynamic city has a throbbing pulse and an awesome sense
of rhythm. Johannesburg’s history dates back to 1866 when gold was
discovered. A historical theme park, Gold Reef City is a replica of Old
Johannesburg and a highlight. Since the 1976 riots, the name Soweto has
been synonymous with the resilient community’s liberation struggle and
today tourists can visit famous landmarks, sample traditional cuisine and
interact with entrepreneurs who keep the city alive.
Johannesburg’s superb upmarket hotels, restaurants concentrated in the
Northern suburbs and shopping malls pander to all tastes. Must stop spots
for shoppers include Melrose Arch, Rosebank Craft Shop, Sandton City
and Nelson Mandela Square.
The cultural diversity of Johannesburg and its surroundings is easily
explored in the multitude of restaurants, markets and cultural villages.
Just a stone’s throw away from Johannesburg visit Lesedi Cultural Village
where one gets a glimpse of the diversity of the people of South Africa,
Pilanesberg National Park where you can encounter the Big 5, the Cradle
of Humankind where the history of mankind is traced back 4 million
years ago.
Various Tourvest Destination Management day tours allow you to
experience the best of Johannesburg.
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TOUR CODE TIJR
RE B I RTH
O F
A
NATI O N
Johannesburg City & Newtown
HALF DAY (AFTERNOON) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Sandton hotels (13h30)
Rosebank hotels (14h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English / German. Various language guides available if on a private basis
Highlights of this half day tour include the historical buildings of downtown
Johannesburg passing Hillbrow and the landmark Post Office Tower en
route; the ‘Top of Africa’ at the Carlton Centre; the Brixton Tower; the
affluent suburb of Houghton, the Supreme Court, the Nelson Mandela
Bridge in Newtown and Constitution Hill - home of South Africa’s new
Constitutional Court and site of Johannesburg’s Old Fort Prison. Visit the
Botanical Gardens at Emmerentia (time permitting) en route to your hotel.
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TOUR CODE TIJC
WA L K
TO
FREED O M
Liliesleaf Farm
HALF DAY (MORNING) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Rosebank hotels (07h45)
Sandton hotels (08h15)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return12h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English / German. Various language guides available if on a private basis
Visit Liliesleaf Farm, which occupies a momentous place in South
African history and socio-cultural evolution as it was the site responsible
for breaking the resounding political ‘silence’ of the 1960s. Once the
headquarters of Umkhonto we Sizwe, the military wing of the ANC and
the Congress Alliance, this insightful and interactive tour honours South
Africa’s remarkable heritage and the impressive trajectory of South Africa’s
social-political past.
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TOUR CODE TIJS
S OW ETO
TO U R
Soweto
HALF DAY (MORNING OR AFTERNOON) TOUR
Days
Daily (AM and PM)
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Sandton hotels (08h30 / 12h30);
Rosebank hotels (09h10 / 13h10)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return
13h00 / 17h00
VehicleLuxury Microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English only. Various language guides available if on a private basis
Highlights of this half day tour include a fascinating glimpse of bustling
neighborhood life of two Nobel Prize winners’ previous residences in
Vilakazi Street; the Hector Peterson Memorial site; Regina Mundi Church;
Freedom Square; Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital and various community
development projects.
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TOUR CODE TIJF
R I S E
TO
FREED O M
Soweto & Apartheid Museum
FULL DAY TOUR
Days
Tuesday to Sunday
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Sandton hotels (08h30)
Rosebank hotels (09h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English only. Various language guides available if on a private basis
Visit the Soweto Tour sites as well as the Apartheid Museum where you
embark on a journey of discovery of the racial segregation experienced by
millions of South Africans. The Soweto uprising, the history of the ANC,
solitary confinement of political prisoners and the birth of a new democratic
country are detailed.
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TOUR CODE TIJA
A PA RTH EI D
M U SEU M
HALF DAY (AFTERNOON) TOUR
Days
Tuesday to Sunday
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Specific Airport hotels (11h45)
Sandton CBD hotels (12h30)
Rosebank hotels (13h10)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English only
The Apartheid Museum opened in 2001 and has been acknowledged as
the pre-eminent museum in the world dealing with the apartheid story.
This museum illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid, with provocative film
footage, photographs, text panels and artifacts that illustrates the events
and human stories that are part of the apartheid era. The museum is a
beacon of hope showing the world how South Africa is coming to terms
with the past and working together to build a better future for all. The tour
of the museum is self guided.
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TOUR CODE TIJH
C R A D L E
O F
M AN KI N D
World Heritage Site
FULL DAY TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Fifteen
Departure
Specific Airport hotels (08h45)
Sandton CBD hotels (09h00)
Rosebank hotels (09h30)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 15-seater coach
Languages available
English / German. Various language guides available if on a private basis
Highlights of this tour include a visit to the exhibition centre that gives you
information about fossilization, palaeobotany and lanscapes. Find detail
about important finds such as “Mrs Ples”, the “Taung Child” and “Little
Foot”. End off your day by visiting the Sterkfontein Caves where you will
explore the caves dating back to 4-million years.
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TOUR CODE TIJG
G O L D
RE E F
H ERI TAG E
TO U R
Gold Reef City
HALF DAY (AFTERNOON) TOUR
Days
Wednesday to Sunday
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Sandton hotels (12h30)
Rosebank hotels (13h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English only. Various language guides available if on a private basis
An interactive tour that brings the theme park’s exciting historical and gold
mining attractions together in an entertaining and informative package.
Highlights include watching an introduction film, going underground in a
mine, visiting mine houses, gold pouring and you also have the chance to
pick up a bar of gold.
Please note: Children under the age of 5 are not allowed underground.
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TOUR CODE TIPP
P R E TO RI A
TO U R
City of Tshwane
HALF DAY (AFTERNOON) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Rosebank hotels (12h30)
Sandton hotels (13h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English / German. Various language guides available if on a private basis
Known informally as ‘the Jacaranda City’, highlights of this half day
tour include the historical Voortrekker Monument; Church Square; the
City Hall State Theatre / Opera House; the Union Buildings and the
President’s office.
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TOUR CODE TIJL
L ES E D I
A F RI CAN
EXPERI EN CE
Lesedi African Lodge & Cultural Village
EVENING TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Rosebank hotels (14h30)
Sandton hotels (15h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return22h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English only - German on request but
not guaranteed
Highlights of this evening tour include a multilingual, audio-visual
orientation depicting the history of South Africa; guided tour through
traditional homesteads of Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi and Sotho villages; song
and dance performance in the auditorium and a traditional African dinner
feast (included).
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TOUR CODE TIJM
MAG A L I E S
CA N O PY
ADVEN TU RE
Magaliesberg
FULL DAY TOUR
Days
Daily subject to availability
Min/Max participants Two / Seven
Departure
Rosebank hotels (08h30); Sandton hotels (09h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus
Languages available
English driver only
Leave the hustle and bustle of city life behind as you are transferred to
Magaliesberg Mountains. Get a full briefing of the do’s and don’ts at the
office before you get kitted out with your harness, helmet and safety glove.
You are taken up the mountain to the first platform. Your unmatchable
adventure starts here where you go down the spectacular Ysterhout Kloof.
The eleven platforms take your through expansive views of surrounding
ecology. The canopy guides will give you some interesting facts about the
indigenous plants, bird life, ecology and geology of the area.
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TOUR CODE TIJP
S U N
P IL A NE S BE R G
CI TY
&
NATI O NAL
PARK
FULL DAY TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Twelve
Departure
Rosebank hotels (06h30); Sandton hotels (07h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return18h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury mini coach
Languages available
English only. Various language guides available if
on a private basis
Highlights of this full day tour include a game drive in a open safari
vehicle, seeking out the Big 5 in the Pilanesberg National Park, which is
abundant in various plains game and birds life, followed by a guided tour
of the famous Sun City complex including the Valley of the Waves and
Waterworld (entrance fee not included) and a guided tour (optional extra)
of the Palace of the Lost City. Whilst at Sun City, an opportunity exists to
join a unique elephant interaction safari (not included) where you have
time to touch; feed and photograph these ‘gentle giants’.
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TOUR CODE TISP
P I L A NE S BE R G
G AM E
D RI VE
Pilanesberg National Park
HALF DAY (MORNING OR AFTERNOON) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Twenty-five
Departure
Sunrise Safari: Sun City Welcome Centre; according to seasonal departure
Return
According to seasonal timetable
Vehicle
Open safari vehicle
Languages available
English only
The Pilanesberg National Park is located next to the Sun City complex and
offers guests the opportunity to view the Big 5, general game and prolific
bird life. Experienced game rangers who have exceptional knowledge of
the area its flora and fauna and conduct all game drives.
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TOUR CODE TISE
PI L A NE S BERG ELEPH AN T
BAC K SAFARI
Pilanesberg National Park
HALF DAY (MORNING OR AFTERNOON) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Ten
Departure
Sunrise Safari Sun City Welcome Centre (08h00)
Sunset Safari Welcome Centre (15h30)
Return
According to seasonal timetable
Vehicle
Open safari vehicle & Elephant back
Languages available
English only
Depart from the Sun City Welcome Centre and transfer to ‘The Elephant
Wallow’. The 20 minute drive through the Letsatsing Game Park offers
guests an opportunity to view general game and prolific bird life. After an
introductory talk and interaction, the elephants are saddled and the safari
commences. Following ancient game trails; guests have an opportunity
to see rhino, giraffe, zebra and various other plains game from a unique
vantage viewpoint on elephant back.
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TOUR CODE TIJD
C H E E TA H
W I L DLI FE
ADVEN TU RE
De Wildt Cheetah Centre
HALF DAY (AFTERNOON) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Nine
Departure
Specific Airport hotels (10h00)
Sandton CBD hotels (10h45)
Rosebank hotels (11h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel
collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / 9 seater Quantum
Languages available
English only
Only an hour out of Johannesburg we visit a The Cheetah Centre that
was established in 1971. Its aim is to ensure the long term survival of the
Cheetah, African Wild Dog and other wild animals in general. Enjoy a light
lunch (not included) before the tour.
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is the oldest city in
South Africa.
As the oldest city in South Africa, Cape Town has a cultural heritage spanning
more than 300 years and offers beautiful beaches, seaside resorts, panoramic
drives, inland wine farms and spectacular scenery. Wine and fruit farms thrive
in the Cape and most of the major estates are within easy reach of Cape Town.
Not only do the Winelands offer a true wine experience, but the region also
holds many hiking trials, rock paintings dating back 7000 years. This area is
blessed with some of the finest bistros and restaurants, often housed in historical
buildings of Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian architecture.
A visit to Cape Town would not be complete without a stop at Table Mountain
which offers stunning views of the city or Robben Island - a World Heritage
Site and prison outpost where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated for 27 years
and the Cape Peninsula where two oceans meet. Other must see attractions
include Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - one of the world’s finest
with over 5000 species, Castle of Good hope, The South African Museum
famous for displays of ethnic groups and Chapman’s peak drive – one of the
most spectacular mountain drives in the world.
Shoppers will be spoilt for choice major centers include V&A Waterfront, Canal
Walk, Cavendish Square and Tyger Valley. Noteworthy flea markets in Cape
Town include Green market square, Hout Bay Harbour, Kalk Bay and Simon’s
Town Waterfront. Cape Town’s winelands offer some of the country’s best
restaurants with Franschhoek having been named the gastronomical Capital
of South Africa.
A wide variety of Tourvest Destination Management day tours cover the city
and greater Cape Town area, history, culture and wildlife.
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TOUR CODE TICC
TA B L E
M O U N TAI N
&
CI TY
TO U R
Cape Town
HALF DAY (MORNING OR AFTERNOON) TOUR
Days
English daily. German – Sunday; Tuesday; Thursday; Saturday (AM only)
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Waterfront hotels from (08h00 / 12h30)
Downtown hotels from (08h30 / 13h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return
12h30 / 17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
As above
Highlights of this half day tour include a visit up Table Mountain on
the cableway where the varying flora and fauna will be explained (the
cableway ticket is not included as the mountain visit is weather permitting);
Malay Quarter tour, city centre and Company Gardens, time permitting
the Castle of Good Hope; photographic opportunities of Table Mountain
from Table Bay and Cape Town Diamond Works.
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TOUR CODE TICL
CA PE
HI G H LI G H TS
TO U R
Cape Peninsula & Winelands
FULL DAY TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Waterfront hotels from (08h00)
Downtown hotels from (08h15)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return17h30
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English only
Highlights of this full day tour include Hout Bay; Chapman’s Peak (if open);
Cape Point Nature Reserve via Scarborough; Cape Point; Simon’s Town;
Fish Hoek and Muizenberg. Continue to historic town of Stellenbosch for
a wine tasting at one of the local wine estates.
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TOUR CODE TICT
CA PE TOWN SH I P
“ CA P E CARE RO U TE”
Cape Town
HALF DAY (MORNING) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Twelve
Departure
Waterfront hotels from (09h00)
Downtown hotels from (08h45)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return13h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury mini coach
Languages available
English only
Highlights of this half day tour include an insight into the past and post 1994
progress; visiting projects which are helping previously disadvantaged
communities develop and build a better life for all; an insight into another
side of Cape Town with focus on job creation via community based
initiatives.
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TOUR CODE TICO
“ TOPLESS”
CA P E
TOWN
BU S
FULL DAY ROTATIONAL TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants One / Thirty
Departure
From V&A Waterfront only (09h30 to 15h30)
ReturnFlexible
Vehicle
Classic open top double-decker coach
Languages available
English only
This unique sightseeing of Cape Town offers a ‘Hop-On, Hop-Off’ City tour
aboard an open top double decker red bus. Our guides will entertain you
as you learn more about the history of Cape Town. The tour calls at all the
important museums and sights in the inner city, before it makes its way to
the lower cableway station. From there the tour travels back down to the
beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton on its way back to the V&A Waterfront.
A comprehensive route map is handed to guests upon boarding the bus.
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TOUR CODE TICN
CA P E
BY
TOWN
N I G H T
EVENING TOUR (INCLUDING DINNER)
Days
Tuesday and Thursday (September to May)
Min/Max participants Two / Seven
Departure
Waterfront hotels from 17h30 in Winter and 18h00 in Summer. Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return
21h00 in Winter and 21h30 in Summer
Vehicle
Luxury microbus
Languages available
English only
Head out of the city before sunset. Savour a glass of sparkling wine as you
watch the sunset from one of Cape Town’s beautiful beaches. Look for the
Southern Cross in the night sky before you enjoy dinner at a fabulous ‘out
of town’ restaurant, offering seafood and South African specialties. (We
can arrange a separate table for special occasions – on request). See the
city lights by night as you return to your hotel. We’ll take care of all the
arrangements – just enjoy!
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TOUR CODE TICH
H E R M A N U S
TO U R
Winelands & Hermanus
FULL DAY TOUR
Days
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday (July to November)
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Waterfront hotels from (08h00)
Downtown hotels from (08h30)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return
16h30 / 17h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
English only
The highlight of this full day tour is the best shore based whale watching.
Also visit penguins (optional and time permitting), wine tasting en route to
whale watching in Hermanus; scenic drive via Elgin and Sir Lowry’s Pass.
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TOUR CODE TICP / TIHP
CA P E
P OI N T
TO U R
Cape Town & Cape Peninsula
FULL DAY TOUR OR HALF DAY (MORNING) TOUR
Days
English daily. German – Sunday to Friday on the full day tour only
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Half Day:Downtown hotels (08h00)
Sea Point hotels (08h45)
Full Day: Downtown hotels (08h30)
Sea Point hotels (09h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return
13h00 for Half Day, 17h00 for Full Day
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
As above
Highlights of the full day tour include: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; Cape of Good
Hope Nature Reserve; the funicular (optional extra) to reach the hillcrest at Cape of Good
Hope; the penguin colony at Boulders Beach (optional for own account); Chapman’s Peak
(subject to the road being open); Hout Bay stop at the harbour; Sea Point; city of Cape Town
drive. The half day tour covers the same attractions however stop off times are much shorter;
less frequent and excludes the penguin colony and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
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TOUR CODE TICW
W I N E L AN D S
TO U R
FULL DAY OR HALF DAY (AFTERNOON) TOUR
Days
English daily. German – Monday; Wednesday; Friday; Saturday on the full day tour only
Min/Max participants Two / Forty
Departure
Half Day:Sea Point hotels (13h00)
Downtown hotels (13h30)
Full Day: Sea Point hotels (08h00)
Downtown hotels (08h30)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return17h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury 44-seater coach
Languages available
As above
Highlights of this full day or half day tour include a scenic and historic
drive through, and wine tasting at local farms in Paarl, Stellenbosch and
Franschhoek. The half day tour covers the same attractions however stop
off times are much shorter and only one wine tasting is included.
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TOUR CODE TICS
G RE AT
W H I TE
CAG E
SH ARK
D I VI N G
FULL DAY TOUR
Days
Daily subject to sea and weather conditions
Min/Max participants Two / Seven
Departure
Cape Town hotels from 05h00. Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return17h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury mini coach
Languages available
English only
Highlights of this full day tour include: scenic drive to Gansbaai; breakfast
at ‘The Great White House’ where the dive master gives a full briefing
about the day’s procedures; anchoring at Dyer Island and Geyser Rock,
which boasts a large Cape Fur seal colony; watching the crew lure the
sharks with chum to the boat; lowering the cage into the water when the
first shark arrives; picnic lunch on board the boat. Please note: As we are
working with wild animals, we cannot guarantee sightings.
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TOUR CODE TICB
H I KI N G
TA B L E
&
TREKKI N G
M OU N TAI N
O N
TH E
RAN G E
HALF DAY (MORNING) TOUR
Days
Daily subject to availability and weather conditions
Min/Max participants Two / Twelve
Departure
Cape Town Central and Waterfront Hotels at 09h00. Collection times may vary subject to
hotel collection route
Return13h00
Vehicle
Vehicle of appropriate size
Languages available
English only
Includes
Experienced mountain guide and transport to
a variety of routes
Excludes
Cable Car Ticket (if you choose this way to get
down from the top)
Required
Sun block, sunglasses, comfortable clothing, walking shoes, 2 litres of water and camera
Why take the ‘softie’ route (cable car) up to the top when there is a fabulous
and diverse mountain range to be explored up close and personal!
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TOUR CODE TICF
CA P E
WI NE L A N D S
PO I N T
&
CYCLE
CO M BO
FULL DAY TOUR
Days
Daily subject to availability and weather conditions
Min/Max participants Two / Twelve
Departure
Cape Town Central and Waterfront Hotels at 09h45. Collection times may vary subject to
hotel collection route
Return17h00
Vehicle
Vehicle of appropriate size
Languages available
English only
Includes
Transportation, bikes, helmets, water bottles, expert guides, wine tasting
RequiredShoes, sun block and camera
Fitness level: beginner/intermediate
Getting up close with the penguins at Boulders Beach, some leisurely
cycling in the Cape Nature Reserve (visiting Cape Point and Cape of Good
Hope), picnic lunch then wine tasting at the oldest wine farms in the Cape,
Groot Constantia and Constantia Uitsig.
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TOUR CODE TICQ
S A N D
Q UA D
BOARD
BI KI N G
&
CO M BO
FULL DAY TOUR
Days
Daily subject to availability and weather conditions
Min/Max participants Four / Twelve
Departure
Cape Town Central and Waterfront Hotels at
09h45. Collection times may vary subject to
hotel collection route
Return17h00
Vehicle
Vehicle of appropriate size
Languages available
English only
Includes
All equipment, professional instructors, permits,
lunch and transportation
Required
Shoes, sun block and camera, thick socks
(shin height), hat
Your day in the sand is split between human endeavor and man made
machine. A must for all thrill seeking holiday makers.
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offers a sunny
year round climate
Blessed with a sunny year round climate, Durban offers travellers a
diversity of experiences. Zulu, Indian and European influences create
a cultural mosaic whilst some fine hotels, entertainment centers,
trendy night spots, colourful emporiums and markets vie for the visitor’s
attention. Home to the largest concentration of people of Indian descent
in the country, Durban also boasts the sights, sounds and scents of
the subcontinent.
The main city of Durban is a bustling seaport of fascinating contrasts.
Attractions include: uShaka Marine World, the Indian Market, the Snake
Park, Umgeni River Bird Park, the Water Wonderland, the Harbour
Waterfront and the African Art Centre. The Grey Street Mosque is the
largest in the Southern Hemisphere. Alayam Hindu Temple is the oldest
and biggest in South Africa. BAT Centre is a colourful bohemian arts centre
started in 1995 as a job-creation and training project. It houses up-market
art and craft shops, artists’ studios.
Wildlife Conservation in KwaZulu–Natal ensures protection for a number
of bird and wild life. The iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a World Heritage
Site, is one of KwaZulu–Natal’s many wildlife sanctuaries. This region
also boasts South Africa’s oldest game reserve, Hluhluwe–Umflolozi.
Extending to the North and South, the warm Indian Ocean caresses
the wide sandy beaches and a selection of seaside towns and fine golf
courses enhance the coastline. Schools of playful Bottlenose dolphins are
regularly seen along the coastline. A wide variety of Tourvest Destination
Management day tours cover the city and the greater Durban area’s
history culture and wildlife.
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TOUR CODE TIDC
D U RBA N
CI TY
TO U R
HALF DAY (MORNING) TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Twelve
Departure
Durban hotels (09h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return13h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury mini coach
Languages available
English only
Highlights of this half day tour include: An introduction to Durban, Golden
Mile, the majestic City Hall, The Kwa Muhle Museum (closed Sundays).
From history to nature, we visit the peaceful Durban Botanic Gardens.
Lastly, in harmony with Indian culture and history, you’re going local...
taste a unique Bunny Chow, traditional ‘take-away’ food of the Indian
community... indeed of all South Africans! We then conclude with a visit
to an icon of KwaZulu-Natal, the Moses Mabhida Stadium where you will
have the option of experiencing the cable car ride (own account) to the top
of the Stadium for that phenomenal view of Durban and its surroundings.
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TOUR CODE TIDT
K WA - M A S HU
TOWN SH I P
C U LTU RAL
TO U R
HALF DAY (MORNING) TOUR
Days
Monday to Saturday
Min/Max participants Two / Seven
Departure
Durban hotels (08h30)
Umhlanga hotels (09h00)
Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return13h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus
Languages available
English only
Highlights of this half day tour include a fascinating glimpse of bustling
neighborhood life through the streets of Kwa-Mashu and its adjoining
townships; orphanage visit; visit a traditional herbalist and spaza shop.
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TOUR CODE TIDD
D U RBA N’ S
G O LD EN
M I LE
H I G H LI G H TS
FULL DAY TOUR
DaysDaily
Min/Max participants Two / Twelve
Departure
Durban hotels (09h00). Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return17h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury mini coach
Languages available
English only
Highlights of this full day tour include: Marine Parade Drive, see the
Rickshaw pullers and the Harbour; Vasco da Gama Clock; the Sugar
Terminal; University of Natal; Botanical Gardens; bargaining at the
colourful Indian Market. After lunch at uShaka Marine World (not included)
enjoy a fully guided ‘edutainment’ tour highlighting unique Indian and
Atlantic Ocean marine life as well as a Dolphin, Seal and Penguin Show.
Sea World and Dolphin World comprise of a saltwater aquarium with
indoor and outdoor displays and exhibits, the iconic cargo shipwreck and
Africa’s largest dolphin stadium.
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TOUR CODE TIDM
M O UN TA I N
S PLEN D O U R
TO U R
Drakensberg Mountains
FULL DAY TOUR (LUNCH INCLUDED)
Days
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Min/Max participants Two / Seven
Departure
Durban hotels (06h30). Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return19h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus
Languages available
English only
Visa / Passport Multiple entry visas for South Africa
where applicable.
Highlights of this full day tour include a scenic drive via Pietermaritzburg
and Natal Midlands to South Africa’s highest drivable mountain pass, Sani
Pass; spectacular mountain scenery crossing into Lesotho; a light lunch in
the hiker’s chalet on the edge of the escarpment (included).
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TOUR CODE TIDS
S H A KA L A ND
NAN D I
EXPERI EN CE
Zululand
FULL DAY TOUR (LUNCH INCLUDED)
Days
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Min/Max participants Two / Twelve
Departure
Durban hotels (08h30). Collection times may vary subject to hotel collection route
Return17h00
Vehicle
Luxury microbus / Luxury mini coach
Languages available
English only
Highlights of this full day tour include travelling through sugar cane fields
to Eshowe; the authentic Zulu Kraal of Shakaland. Feel the pulsating
rhythm of Africa as you relive the excitement and romance of the days
of Shaka, King of the Zulu tribe; the sight of assegai-wielding warriors;
fascinating secrets of Sangomas; spear making, tribal dancing and beer
making ceremony; traditional Zulu lunch (included).
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