OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES WHILE IN Tsitsikamma, South Africa
YOU MAY SELECT ONE – Afternoon of September 10, 2014
Tsitsikamma Tree Top Canopy Tour
The Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour© is a unique eco-wilderness adventure that takes place in the
magnificent Tsitsikamma indigenous rainforest. The first of its kind in Africa, the canopy tour involves
traversing from one platform to another along a steel cable suspended up to 30 meters above the forest
floor. The scenery and bird life is spectacular and professional guides provide
interesting facts about the forest ecology during the 2½ to 3 hours. After a detailed
safety briefing followed by a 'kitting up' session one takes a short drive into the
Tsitsikamma forest. From the start a new world unfolds as one gently glides to the
first platform. The platforms, built high up in the giant Outeniqua Yellowwoods, provide an unbelievable
view of this enchanting new world. Spend a couple of minutes relaxing while your guides enthusiastically
explain the ecology of the forest - pointing out different trees and the magnificent giant ferns way below.
Sightings of the Knysna Loeries, the elusive Narina Trogon and the Vervet monkey are not uncommon. The Tsistikamma Canopy
Tour© consists of 10 platforms and 10 'fufi' slides. About three hours later you exit the forest, having undertaken the journey of
a lifetime.
Tour Cost: $67.00 per person (Includes guides and light refreshments). (MAX 8 per group - Max 3 groups) Transfers Included
Tsitsikamma Woodcutters Trail
Join us on a journey down the old Storms River pass and experience the indigenous
forest from the comfort of a specially designed vehicle. Follow the elephant trail
down to the water, passing tree ferns, stinkwoods, yellow woods and many other
tree species, whilst hearing about the history of the area and the local flora and
fauna. Watch out for a glimpse of the elusive Narina Trogan and the inquisitive
Knysna Loeire who enjoy the tranquil shade of the leafy canopy. Stop and relax
where wagons, since the last century, have and enjoy a light lunch or tea next to the
Storms River.
Tour cost: $21.00 per person (MAX 35 people) Transfers Included
Tsitsikamma Segway tours
Operating from Tsitsikamma Backpackers, this is a definite must experience!
The Segway PT (Personal Transporter) is exceptionally easy and safe to use. Before each tour,
guests receive a comprehensive orientation by an experienced official Segway trainer. This
training takes between 15 and 20 minutes per group and covers important safety and
operational procedures. The guide ensures that everyone is 100% comfortable on the
Segway PT. An obstacle course will enable the riders to practice and build confidence before
the tour starts. Segway Authorized Tours meet high standards for providing customers with a safe and memorable experience.
Tour cost: $41.50 per person (1 hour guided tour) (MAX 8 per group max 2 groups 16 people due to time constraints)
Tsitsikamma Mountain Biking
Enjoy the beauty of the Tsitsikamma on a slow ride with our Mountain bikes…
 Cycle the 22km route through the Old Storms River Pass to the viewpoint of the Tsitsikamma National park and back or
simply do the 12 km to the Low Water Bridge and back.
 No annoying engine noises, no fumes, just pure nature at its best!
Departing from the Tsitsikamma Mountain Bikes / Tsitsikamma EEZI Bikes office, this cycle route follows the alignment of the old
National Road through the Storms River Pass, which was bypassed in 1955, with the building of the well-known cantilever bridge
over the Storms River gorge.
The 5 km decent to the river passes through the indigenous forest and offers some wonderful views of the gorge. At the river
one can swim in a number of places. The brown, but clear waters of the river leave one refreshed and ready to tackle the ascent
(Beware of currents when the river is flowing strongly after rain.)
After crossing the river the route climbs out of the valley at a fairly easy gradient to the
coastal plateau. Here it turns sharply right and traverses a section of plantation
managed by MTO. A few more kilometers of easy riding brings you to the viewpoint
which overlooks the Storms River mouth and the headquarters of the Tsitsikamma
National Park.
The return route follows a short section through MTO plantations before backtracking
through the Old Pass. The round trip of 26km can be completed within 2.5 to 3 hours.
Bike rental cost: $26.00 per bike (14 people Max.) Transfers Included
VICTORIA FALLS OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
You May Select ONE of the Following – Afternoon of September 17, 2014
Victoria Falls -Helicopter Flight of Angels
The “Flight of Angels” is an amazing journey over the 1700m vast curtain of water known locally as the “Mosi oa Tunya” (the
smoke that thunders) and along the Zambezi River and the Zambezi National Park. Passengers are treated to an unforgettable
helicopter journey comprising of 4 circuits (2 on either side) offering unrivalled spectacular views, photographic, and filming
opportunities and putting the full breadth and height of The Falls into glorious perspective within the
surrounding environment.
12-13 Minutes
Minimum number may apply
Transfers Included
Cost: $157
(Plus approx. $12 Government fees paid at check-in)
Victoria Falls -Helicopter Flight Victoria Falls & Zambezi Gorge
The Zambezi Spectacular flight encompasses the traditional “Flight of Angels” then continues
downstream for a thrilling flight over the Batoka Gorges. An opportunity to witness the Zambezi river metamorphosis from a
genteel and meandering river to turbulent raging rapids as the river, 1,7km wide at the Victoria Falls tumbles 120m before being
compressed by a steep granite gorge a mere 40m wide.
The finale to the Zambezi Spectacular Flight is a game spotting tour over Zambezi National Park – home to many of the
traditional African species including elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion, crocodile and giraffe which are regularly seen from the air
during this stage of the flight.
25 Minutes
Minimum number may apply.
Transfers Included
Cost: $285.50
(Plus approx. $12 Government fees paid at check-in)
Elephant Back Sunset Safari
After pick-up from one’s hotel, guests are transferred to the Wallow which is the base for the
elephant-back safaris. The Wallow is located within the Victoria Falls National Park concession.
Guests will get a chance to meet and interact with the elephants before getting on their elephant
and beginning the safari. The ride lasts for approximately 45 min to an hour through the natural
grasslands and Mopani forests of the concession and along the edge of the impressive Batoka
Gorge. Whilst riding the elephant guests will have the chance to see the wildlife that lives in the area
and being on an elephant, you are able to approach the wildlife in a much more natural way and get
much closer than normally possible. After your safari guests will be served snacks and sundowner
drinks.
Half Day
Transfers Included
Cost: $144.50
Zambezi Horse Trails’ highly experienced, licensed
guides have extensive knowledge of and interest in
the flora and fauna of the area. The Stables are
situated in the Victoria Falls National Park, a
magnificent game area used for Zambezi Horse
Trail’s rides. This is an area of outstanding natural
beauty, from the magnificent Zambezi River, to
rugged mopane woodland and the endless dunes of
Kalahari sand teak forest. It is ever changing, always
different, a continual source of inspiration and interest. You may track
elephant and other game to the shady banks of the Zambezi River, ride
within feet of shy kudu and canter through open bush veld.
Horse Back Safari – Novice
2.5 to 3 hrs
Min Number: 2
Transfers Included
$82.50
(Excludes Park Entry Fee which is currently
approx. US $10.00/person)
No previous experience is required for
Novice rides.
Horse Back Safari – Experienced
4.5 hrs
Min Number: 2
Transfers Included
$113.50
(Excludes Park Entry Fee which is currently approx. US $10.00/person)
FAR WEST SKI ASSOCIATION
Tsitsikamma & Victoria Falls OPTIONAL TOUR SIGN-UP FORM
PLEASE COMPLETE 1 form Per Person
RETURN NO LATER than JULY 10, 2014
PARTICIPANT NAME: _____________________________________________________________________
Please make 1 selection with an “X” from the following -Titsikamma Optional Activities:
 Wed., Sept. 10th: Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour
$ 67.00 pp
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$________________
 Wed., Sept. 10th: Tsitsikamma Woodcutters Trail
$ 21.00 pp
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$________________
 Wed., Sept. 10th: Tsitsikamma Segway tours
$ 41.50 pp
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$________________
 Wed., Sept. 10th: Tsitsikamma Mountain Biking
$ 26.00 pp
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$________________
Please make 1 selection with an “X” from the following -Victoria Falls Optional Activities:
 Wed., Sept. 17th: Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of Angels
$157.00 pp =
$________________
 Wed., Sept. 17th: Helicopter Flight - Victoria Falls & Zambezi Gorge $285.50pp =
$________________
 Wed., Sept. 17th: Elephant Back Sunset Safari
$144.50pp =
$________________
 Wed., Sept. 17th: Horse Back Safari – Novice
$ 82.50pp
$________________
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 Wed., Sept. 17th: Horse Back Safari – Experienced
$113.50pp = $________________
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Check #_______Total amount paid = $________________
Complete and return this Sign up Form if paying by check or money order.
Make CHECK Payable to: FWSA Int’l Travel
Send to:
Debbie Stewart
FWSA VP of Int’l Travel
430 S. Church St.
Visalia, CA 93277
Questions: contact Debbie – 559/737-0882 or email: [email protected]
Or you may sign up Online and pay by PayPal or Credit Card by doing this:
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“Then, on the Trips & Events menu, select South Africa Optional Activities, select the activities you want, and click
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