The African Safari & Golf Experience
Namibia, Botswana, Victoria Falls & S Africa | 14 June-6 July 2018
The journey through Namibia, Botswana, Victoria Falls and South Africa is considered to be
the essence of Southern Africa travelling. It rates as one of the most spectacular and diverse
in the whole of the continent.
The dramatic Namib-Naukluft Desert; the towering sand dunes at Sossusvlei; The awesome Etosha National Park,
an arid landscape interspersed with game-rich waterholes, where we have an excellent chance of seeing elephant,
rhino and lion. The landmark of Botswana - the Okavango Delta, could not offer a more dramatic contrast of
tranquility and understated natural urgency; we experience some game-viewing in dug-out canoes before a river
cruise and game drive in Chobe National Park. We then enter Victoria Falls on the Zambian side, one of the most
awe-inspiring sights in the world and one of the 7 Wonders of the World.
Golf Tour Package
highlights:
• All airfares and taxes within Africa
golf courses to play
• Windhoek Country Club
• Mowana Golf Club
• Rossmund Golf Club
• 20/23 nights Bed & Breakfast in 4 star accommodation
• Elephant Hills Zimbabwe
• 6 rounds of golf, including Sun City (optional)
• Lost City (Sun City)
• Game rich Etosha & Chobe National Parks
• Gary Player (Sun City)
• Two nights in the heart of the Okavango Delta
• 3 scenic flights over Namibian Desert & Okavanga Delta
• Boat safari on Chobe river
• Victoria Falls Sunset cruise
• Services of an African guide throughout
• Exclusive group limited to just 16
$15,745
pp twin share
$1,750 single supp
Sun City Add-on:
$1,995
pp twin share
$490 single supp
International airfares are not included and start
from around $2,200. Please contact us for the latest
airfares.
All prices are in NZD. Prices are provisional and may vary due
to changes in exchange rate and airline charges.
For more information, freephone
0800 377 479 or visit charliesgolftours.co.nz
Prices do not include international airfares and may vary due to fluctuations in exchange rates and service charges. Prices quoted are for accommodation options as stated. Travel
Encounters Ltd t/a Charlies Golf Tours. Travel Encounters Ltd is an approved Travel Broker for the Travel Managers Group Ltd. The Travel Managers Group is a bonded member of IATA.
The African Safari & Golf Experience
Namibia, Botswana, Victoria Falls & South Africa | 14 June - 6 July 2018
The journey between Namibia, Botswana, Victoria Falls and South Africa is considered to be the essence of
Southern Africa travelling. It rates as one of the most spectacular and diverse in the whole of the continent.
The dramatic Namib-Naukluft Desert; the towering sand dunes at Sossusvlei; the awesome Etosha National Park - an arid landscape interspersed with game-rich waterholes, where we have an excellent chance of
seeing elephant, rhino and lion. The landmark of Botswana - the Okavango Delta - could not offer a more
dramatic contrast of tranquility and understated natural urgency; we experience some game-viewing in dugout canoes before a river cruise and game drive in Chobe National Park. We then enter Victoria Falls on the
Zambian side, one of the most awe-inspiring sights in the world and one of the 7 Wonders of the World.
The tour ends playing world class golf at the famous Gary Player and lost City Courses at Sun City.
THUR
14
JUN
FRI
15
JUN
SAT
16
JUN
Depart Auckland
We depart Auckland for our journey to
Africa. We overnight in Johannesburg at
the Mondior, Emperor’s Palace, before
moving onto Windhoek.
Windhoek
SUN
17
JUN
(B,D)
We have a relaxed start today for our flight
to Windhoek (SA076 13.15-14.10) On our
arrival, we will load our baggage into our
vehicle and transfer to the Windhoek Country Club. Nestled below the Auas Mountains
on the outskirts of Namibia’s capital city,
lies the Windhoek Country Club Resort,
Namibia’s premier hotel, casino and conference venue. The desert oasis theme of
the Resort is no coincidence. The hotel
is a true haven of charm and hospitality,
situated in the picturesque Namibian town
of Windhoek. Exceptional service, superb
conference facilities and luxury accommodation in a tranquil desert setting, have ensured that this hotel maintains its premier
position in the Namibian tourism industry.
The Resort is situated on the outskirts of
Windhoek. We will have dinner together
tonight
Golf Day — Omeya
(B)
We head off to the golf course this morning and play the newest course in Namibia.
Carts provided. The golf course flows with
harmony amongst the trees and dry river
beds. Golfers at Omeya can expect one of
the greatest golfing experiences in Africa
when they tee up. 18 holes of true African,
and more specifically Namibian bushveld,
surrounded by beautiful mountains and
Camel Thorn trees, breath-taking views,
not to mention the sunrises and sunsets
After golf we all meet in the clubhouse for
happy hour this evening where your guide
will discuss the following days plans and
timing.
MON
18
JUN
TUE
19
JUN
WED
20
JUN
Etosha
(B,D)
We leave the capital behind us today and travel
via the spaces and formations that have made
Namibia such a sought after destination for
those wanting to re-connect. We will arrive at
the gateway of the world famous Etosha National Park, ready for our Safari expereince tomorrow. Dominated by white saltpans we have
the chance to see elephant as well as black
fhino, lion and leopard. Dinner is provided at
the Etosha Safari Lodge tonight.
Game Drives
(B,D)
We will take part in a full day game drive today.
departing at sunrise and arriving back at the
lodge at Sunset. Dinner is provided at the
Lodge again tonight.
Swakopmund
(B,D)
Today we make our way to Swakopmund via
the main north-South highway. Our accommodation for the next 3 nights is at Rossmund
Lodge.
Golf Day — Rossmund
(B,D)
A round of golf at Rossmund is a unique
experience. The course is one of 5 registered
all-grass desert golf courses in the world. Walk
amongst our beautiful springbok, listen to the
birds and enjoy a relaxing game of golf in contrasting vistas of the Namib Desert, fairways
and greens amid palm groves. Enjoy a peaceful
day far away from the hub of city activity. The
present all-turfed golf course was originally
built 25 years ago. The first 9 holes were designed by Robert Trent-Jones and the second
9, established approximately 10 years later,
were designed by Bill Kerr. The golf course
was later taken over by private enterprise, as
it remains today Trundlers provided. Carts
available.
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THUR
21
JUN
FRI
22
JUN
Free Day — Swakopmund
(B)
Today is a free day. Make your way into
town or choose one of the activities
available: Dolphin Cruises, Sky Diving and
everything in between.Highly recommended is the Sandwich Bay Harbour 4x4 Experience. There is also the Walvis Bay Golf
Club for those who would like an additional
round. Swakopmund - A rail terminus and
seaside resort surrounded by the Namib
Desert, the town was originally a port for
German South West Africa, but the harbour
silted up and was supplanted by Walvis
Bay after 1915. There is a strong German architectural influence in the town, which has
many Bavarian-style buildings. There are
salt, garnet, and uranium deposits in the
region, as well as a Chinese orbital tracking
station. Founded in 1892 by German settlers, Swakopmund was captured by South
Africa in 1915.
Scenic Flight to Sossusvlei
SAT
23
JUN
SUN
24
JUN
MON
(B,D)
Today we make our way to one of the
biggest drawcards in Namibia, the Oxidised
sand of the Namib Desert, The Namib
Naukluft National Park and the giant sand
dunes of Sossusvlei. This is one of the
world’s oldest deserts, offering over 130
million years of natural wonder, and the
highest sand dunes in the world! Famous
for Sossusvlei and Dooievlei and of course
the much photographed Dune 45. We recommend you leave behind all preconceptions of this desert – and bring lots of free
memory space on your cameras!
Often described as the ultimate flight in
Namibia, our flight leaves Swakopmund
and heads out over Sandwich Harbour.
Sandwich Harbour is a large saltwater
lagoon and home to an incredible variety
of bird life and one of southern Africa’s
greatest natural bird sanctuaries. Our flight
continues over the ‘sea of sand’. Soaring
along the Skeleton coastline we fly over
the shipwreck of a German passenger
liner, Eduard Bohlen. Stranded in 1909,
she now lies inland, for the entire world
as if she were sailing through the desert.
Shortly the shipwreck of the fishing trawler,
Shaunee, comes into sight. As we continue
southward we see the never-ending battle
for supremacy between the sand and the
sea, as we pass the “Lange Wand”, a 500
feet high dune rising from the waters edge.
Although the Namib is just as dry as the
Sahara, it has a much richer fauna and
flora, attracting researchers worldwide.
We continue our flight over Tsondabvlei. Shortly the awe-inspiring dunes at
Sossusvlei will come into sight. The colour
and shadows of these gigantic mountains
of sand change by the hour from beige to
rust-red to purple, dazzling the eye. We
come into land at Sossusvlei and transfer
to the Sossusvlei Lodge where we will have
dinner tonight.
25
JUN
TUE
26
JUN
WED
27
JUN
THUR
28
JUN
FRI
29
JUN
SAT
30
JUN
Namib Desert & Sesriem
(B,D)
We have an early start this morning to enter
the park. We head for and climb the dunes
for stunning aeriel views over this sea of sand,
after which we proceed to Sossusvlei and the
2x4 parking area. From here it is an approx 5
km walk to the vlei where you are free to explore. Alternatively you can ho on the 4x4 taxi
which will scoot you into and outr of the Dune
belt leaving a short 1km to walk to Dooievlei.
Stunning photographic opportunities are available in the Dunes.
Windhoek
(B,D)
We have a relaxed departure today as we leave
the desert jewel in the Namibian Crown and
make our way back to Windhoek.
Golf Day - Windhoek
(B)
We head off to the golf course this morning
and play the Windhoek Country Club, the first
championship course in Namibia.
Okavango Delta
(B,,D)
We transfer to Maun very early this morning
via Gabarone. On arrival in Maun, we will be
transferred to the airstrip for a light aircraft
charter flight which includes a scenic flight to
the Delta. Your Meru style tented camp with en
suite facilities is located deep in the Delta, and
you can participate in game walks and makoro
safaris. We may also take a sunset boat ride,
dependant on water levels
Okavango Delta
(B,L,D)
We indulge in a Bush Walk and Mokoro safari
today
Chobe
(B,D)
We depart Nguma by air transfer and head for
Kasane and your lodge on the banks of the
Chobe River. We will arrive around midday in
time for an afternoon sunset game viewing
cruise on the Chobe River. The fabulous Chobe
National Park is famous for its huge herds of
elephant, and your guided river cruise should
provide excellent sightings of elephant, hippo,
crocodile, and an impressive array of birds and
plains game. There is a swimming pool, restaurant, curio shop and bar at the Mowana Safari
Lodge where we will be staying 2 nights.
Golf Day - Mowana
(B)
Today we will play the private course at Mowana, after which we will have our obligatory
prizes and happy hour Caddies provided. see
note at bottom of itinerary regarding carts.
Victoria Falls
(B,D)
A short drive from Chobe takes us to the spectacular Victoria Falls - one of the ‘seven natural
wonders’ of the world. You are free to explore
it at your leisure. Take a sundowner cruise or
enjoy hoards of other adventure activities. Your
lodge is close to all the bars, restaurants and
other places of interest your guide will point
out to you. We stay 3 nights here at Elephant
Hills Lodge
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SUN
1
JUL
MON
2
JUL
TUES
3
JUL
Victoria Falls
(B)
Today is all about you; there are a host of
activities to choose from; Elephant back
safaris to Lion Encounter. Another very
popular activity is the flight of the angels
by helicopter over the falls; nothing quite
prepares you for the way the falls look
from the air. There are also craft markets,
local village visits etc available. Our guide
will assist you and give you more information about the activities available. This
evening you will be transferred to the Royal
Boat for a sunset cruise. The Zambezi
River forms the border with Zimbabwe.
Livingstone city, S Zambia, is an industrial,
commercial, and transportation center.
Manufactures include clothing, textiles,
and food products. Founded in 1905, the
city was named after David Livingstone,
the Scots explorer. From 1911 to 1935 it
served as capital of the British protectorate
of Northern Rhodesia. Today it is the site
of Livingstone Museum, which contains
archaeological, ethnological, and historical
materials, including letters and relics of Livingstone. Victoria Falls and a game reserve
are nearby
Golf Day — Elephant Hills
4
JUL
THUR
5
JUL
FRI
6
JUL
(B,D)
We play the 18 Hole Gary Player designed
Elephant Hills Club Today The superbly
maintained fairways and greens of this golf
course have been planted with imported
grasses and modern irrigation systems
to ensure that they are always lush. Be
warned - wild game wandering free can
wreak havoc on your golf swing and
bunker shots! Caddies provided. See note
below regarding carts.
Johannesburg/ Home
WED
Golf Day — Lost City
(B)
Today we will play the Lost City Golf Course in
Sun City. The Lost City Golf Course is a unique
experience and offers spectacular views across
the bushveld. With its desert style design and
the contrast between green fairways and the
surrounding bush this is a course with great
appeal. Also to be noted are the use of bunkers
and extensive water-features - and at the 13th
hole 38 crocodiles await. Carts provided
Golf Day — Gary Player
(B,L,D)
Today is a Golf Day on the Gary Player Golf
Course. The tree lined Gary Player Country
Club course is acknowledged as a challenging
and demanding course - to be enjoyed by both
novices and professionals alike. The course is
home to the annual Nedbank Million Dollar Golf
Challenge and was designed by Gary Player
himself. Caddies & Halfway house provided.
see note below regarding carts.
Homeward bound
(B)
Today we check out of our hotel and make
our way back to Johannesburg for our flights
home.
Auckland
SAT
7
We arrive back in Auckland late tonight.
JUL
(B)
Today we make our way to the airport for
our flight to Johannesburg. (SA41 13.1014.45) Those taking the Add-on trip to Sun
City will continue their journey and check
in to Cascades Sun City, whilst others will
start their journey home.
• Accommodation
• www.peermont.com/hotels/gauteng/peermontmondior-emperors-palace
• www.legacyhotels.co.za/en/hotels/windhoek
• www.rossmund.com/en
• www.gondwana-collection.com/the-etoshaexperience/accommodation/etosha-safari-lodge/
• www.sossusvleilodge.com/home.html
• www.ngumalodge.com
**Please note that on the courses indicated, carts are not
available for use unless you have a medical certificate stating
that you should use a cart for medical reasons. Please bring a
medical certificate with you if you want the use of a cart on all
courses.
• www.mowanasafarilodge.net
• www.elephanthillsresort.com
• www.suninternational.com/sun-city/cascades
For more information, freephone
0800 377 479 or visit charliesgolftours.co.nz
Prices include airfares where indicated and may vary due to fluctuations in exchange rates and service charges. Prices quoted are for accommodation options as stated. Travel Encounters Ltd t/a Charlies Golf Tours. Travel
Encounters Ltd is an approved Travel Broker for the Travel Managers Group Ltd. The Travel Managers Group is a bonded member of IATA.
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African Safari & Golf Experience | 14 June - 6 July 2018
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African Safari & Golf Tour: NZ$15,745 pp twin share; Single Supp $1,750; Non golfer $14,995 twin share.
Sun City Add-on: Twin share NZ$1,995pp; Single Supplement NZ$490; Non-Golfer Twin share NZ$1,795pp
International airfares additional and can start from $2,200pp economy when on sale. Please contact us for a quote.
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All airline & airport taxes are included in the tour price, as are tips for coach
drivers, guides etc.
Flexibility
You may wish to consider departing earlier or extending your stay. As a fully
bonded travel agency, we are able to assist you with flight itineraries, hotel
bookings, car hire etc. If you choose not to take advantage of the flights quoted
as part of the tour package, please be aware that you will be responsible for
your travel to and from the tour start and finish points. Flights will be subject to
availability and any applicable surcharges at the time of booking.
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the tour date to travel overseas. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the
correct documentation allowing you to travel to the destinations on the tour.
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If you are travelling alone, but wish to share a room with someone else, please
indicate this on your registration form. We will do everything possible to arrange
quad/twin share accommodation in these instances, However if it cannot be
arranged, the own room supplement will apply. Room definitions: Quad share
= 2 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment; Triple share = three persons occupying
a 2 bedroom apartment; Twin share = 1 bedroom apartment or hotel room (as
indicated in the itinerary); Own room in 2 bedroom apartment = single occupancy
of one bedroom in 2 bed apartment; Own room/apartment = single occupancy of
a 1 bedroom apartment or hotel room.
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Prior to flight ticketing refunds will be made in full.
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We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance at the time of booking
in case of sickness or other problem that might prevent you travelling, as well as
giving you peace of mind whilst you are on tour.
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Prices
All prices in the brochure are in New Zealand Dollars and are quoted per person.
Due to possible currency fluctuations and changes in service costs, prices are
subject to variation at any time up to departure.
General Tour Information
All standards of golf are catered for, but players should have an official NZGA
handicap, or Australian equivalent.
required to make your own way to the accommodation at the start of the tour and
to the airport at the end of the tour.
Players are to provide their own golf clubs. It is most important that all golf gear
(including shoes) must be thoroughly cleaned prior to leaving both New Zealand
& Australia as it is highly likely that they will be inspected by both Australian
and New Zealand Customs/Biosecurity. Dirty clubs or shoes may incur heavy
penalties.
Payment for tours can be made by cheque, direct credit or credit card, however a
3% surcharge applies to all credit card transactions.
Motorised carts will be supplied where specified, with pull buggies provided at the
rest (those players requiring motorised carts on all courses should indicate on the
booking form). Upgrades from pull buggies to motorised carts will cost aprox $20
per player per round.
This tour is contingent on sufficient numbers participating in the tour. If the tour
does not go ahead due to lack of numbers, a full refund will be made.
If you wish to book your own airfare, you will be charged for a land only price.
If your flight times do not coincide with other travellers in the tour, you will be
Accommodation is in 4 to 4.5 star rated accommodation – either bed and
breakfast or fully self-contained apartments, handy to shops and services, as
discribed in the tour itinerary.
Bookings are required at least 60 days prior to departure. Late bookings will be
considered, but may be subject to a surcharge due to flight availability.
For more information, freephone
0800 377 479 or visit charliesgolftours.co.nz
Prices do not include airfares and may vary due to fluctuations in exchange rates and service charges. Prices quoted are for accommodation options as stated. Travel Encounters Ltd t/a Charlies Golf Tours.
Travel Encounters Ltd is an approved Travel Broker for the Travel Managers Group Ltd. The Travel Managers Group is a bonded member of IATA.