30 September 2010

The Exotic Garden Route

EXOTIC GARDEN ROUTE

Cape Town and the Garden Route have always bee a favorite destination and will continue to be so for a long time coming. Experience the vibrancy of the Mother City and then explore the scenic beauty of the Garden Route finishing it of with a stay at the famous beach of Jeffreys Bay...

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INCLUDED IN PACKAGE:
Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Destination: Garden Route: Cape Town, Knysna & Jeffreysbay
Flights: Johannesburg to Cape Town / Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg
Car Rental: Toyota Yaris or similar (Aircon, Radion, Airbags & Power Steerin)
Accommodation: Boutique Hotel & Guesthouses
Meals: As per itinerary

PACKAGE PRICE: R7,450.00 per person sharing

Enquire now to Experience the Exotic Garden Route.

Garden Route Safari - South Africa Honeymoon - Cape Town Honeymoon


EXOTIC GARDEN ROUTE


Nights 1&2: Cape Town with The Long Beach Boutique Hotel

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The five star Long Beach is right on the beach in the picturesque lobster-fishing village of Kommetjie, a short 30 minute drive from Cape Town. The eight kilometres of fine white powdered sand set against a backdrop of the most stunning sea views offers Cape Town’s most romantic hideaway, one of just a handful of places where the sea is on your doorstep. It is an unspoilt paradise in which to walk, ride horses, surf or simply laze in the sun. From the inviting pool or your private deck you can watch whales frolic a hundred meters off shore and in season, you can catch your own lobster and request it for dinner. Kommetjie is one of the premier surfing and marine birding hotspots in South Africa and has the country’s tallest cast iron lighthouse open to the public. The Long Beach has six ultra luxurious rooms all with stylishly comfortable interiors and private patios. Each spectacularly appointed room faces the sea – as do the bathrooms! The interior design incorporates tranquil blues, hand painted fabrics with splashes of colour that compliment the exquisite coastal

Duration: 2 Nights: The Long Beach
Accommodation: Superior Room with en-suite bathroom,
Meals: Breakfast and selection of beverages


Night 3&4: Knysna with Bradach Manor

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Nestled in tranquil surroundings with forests, lakes and the famous Knysna Heads makes this area one of the most popular around the world. Bradach Manor towers majestically over this tranquil setting and popular holiday destination, providing a unique experience with unequalled views over the panoramic lagoon and the famous Heads.

Duration: 2 Nights at Bradach Manor
Accommodation: Lagoon Facing Room with sweeping panoramic views of Knysna Lagoon with luxuriating en-suite bathroom
Meals: Breakfast


Night 5: Jeffreys Bay with Supertubes Guest Lodge

Luxury, elegance and excellent service await you at the Supertubes Collection. Beautifully styled, luxurious, en-suite bedrooms ensure a comfortable stay and our guests have the use of a kitchenette, dining area and lounge. An outside shower, lockup surfboard rack and hanging space for wetsuits is also available. Our 6 en-suite rooms, each with balcony, overlook the ocean and the famous surf break Supertubes. The suites are fully equipped with air conditioners and DSTV and all bathrooms are equipped with heated towel rails. A fully equipped kitchen and lounge area is available for your use with all the creature comforts imaginable. Relax on the patio and enjoy a real South African Braai in style. Supertubes Bed and Breakfast is part of our quality accommodation.

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Duration: 1 Night at Supertubes Guest Lodge
Accommodation: Beautiful suites with all the necessary amenities
Meals: Breakfast


Days 6: Departure
Today you will drive yourself to Port Elizabeth Airport to drop off the vehicle. The vehicle will be inspected and after rental formalities you will make you way into the Airport for your flight home.


Enquire now to Experience the Exotic Garden Route.

Garden Route Safari - South Africa Honeymoon - Cape Town Honeymoon


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INCLUDED IN PACKAGE:
Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Destination: Garden Route: Cape Town, Knysna & Jeffreysbay
Flights: Johannesburg to Cape Town / Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg
Car Rental: Toyota Yaris or similar (Aircon, Radion, Airbags & Power Steerin)
Accommodation: Boutique Hotel & Guesthouses
Meals: As per itinerary

EXCLUDED FROM PACKAGE:
Fuel and Car Rental Contract Fee (R40), Deposit on Rental Car (you need a Credit Card), Travel insurance & Medical insurance, Items of personal nature, Gratitude’s, Laundary & Telephone calls and Meals & Beverages not specifically mentioned. You will have the option to rent a GPS with the rental vehicle at an additional R100 per day (strongly advised).

PLEASE NOTE:
In terms of the standard Terms & Conditions of the Rental Company, the driver will be required to supply a Credit Card on which a R2000 rental deposit will be placed.


PACKAGE PRICE: R7,450.00 per person sharing

Enquire now to Experience the Exotic Garden Route.

Garden Route Safari - South Africa Honeymoon - Cape Town Honeymoon


ENJOY YOUR HONEYMOON WITH LATHITA TAILOR MADE TRAVEL

27 September 2010

Cape Town Beaches...

The Western Cape has endless sandy beaches. The combination of the two oceans offers a variety of beaches, all of which are very accessible from the Chapmans Peak Beach Hotel.

Just across the road from the hotel! The white sandy beautiful beach, popular with families, stretches from Chapmans Peak Drive to the Hout Bay Harbour and has spectacular mountain surrounds. Visitors can enjoy a cool swim, sunbathing and beach games. There are a number of water sports available on the beach. The best spot for swimming is the section closest to the hotel. Horse riding can be arranged along this beach, an amazing experience. Many whales have been spotted in the Bay. This occurs during the months of August - October. Whale spotting can be enjoyed from your private balcony in the sea facing rooms.

Just a 10 minute drive from Chapmans Peak Beach Hotel. This beach is considered to be one of the most picturesque beaches in South Africa, and consistently makes it into the top 10 beach in South Africa. Very popular with surfers but also ideal for picnics enjoying the sunset. This beach is patrolled by lifeguards due to strong currents.

This can be reached by a 20 minute walk from Llandudno. It is totally enclosed by sand dunes and enjoys a degree of wind shelter. It is Cape Town´s main nudist beach, but this is not a necessity to enjoy the beach!

Just a 15 minute drive from Chapmans Peak Beach Hotel. This beach is situated on the edge of Table Mountain, bordered with palm trees. Camps Bay Beach is an activities beach, hosting events such as Beach Volleyball championships. Glen Beach is a popular spot for surfers. Across the road from the beach the promenade offers a number of trendy restaurants, cafes and bars. This beach is the most accessible of all beaches, and consequently can be a busy spot.

Just a 20 minute drive from Chapmans Peak Beach Hotel. Clifton consists of four beaches, Clifton 1 to Clifton 4, which are separated by rocks and are totally sheltered from the wind. The fashionable beaches are popular with tourists and locals, and is often called the St Tropez of Cape Town. All of the beaches are accessible via steep stairs. The fourth beach is the most popular with families since it has the least steps.

Just a 15 minute drive South over the scenic Chapmans Peak Drive. The long sandy beach stretches for 8 km´s across Chapmans Peak to Onetime. This is a spectacular open beach, perfect for walking and horse riding. The waters are hazardous, but are still popular with some adventurous surfers.
The Kommetjie end of Long Beach is one of the most popular surfing spots in the Peninsula, attracting surfers, long boarders, body-boarders and swimmers as well.

Just a 30 minute drive from Chapmans Peak Beach Hotel. The beach is situated just past Simon´s Town en-route to Cape Point, and is considered to be one of the best swimming beaches in Cape Town. It is also the home of the African penguins and a must-see spot.

Just a 20 minute drive from Chapmans Peak Beach Hotel. This beach is popular for a variety of activities, including sailing, surfing, paddling, snorkeling, swimming etc. It is a warm-water beach, and hence very popular with the little ones.

Just a 30 minute drive from Chapmans Peak Beach Hotel. This beach is famous on many Cape Town postcards with the colourful beach huts. The beach is safe for swimming and surfing. It is the home of the long board surfer and the soul of surfing in Cape Town. There are various other secluded beaches South along the road towards Kalk Bay.

12 September 2010

Top 10 Reasons to Visit South Africa

Top 10 Reasons to Visit South Africa

Affordable

During these tough times, who doesn’t want an affordable holiday? In SA, you can even afford luxury and have spending money for shopping and other treats!

Natural Beauty

South Africa’s scenic wonders are legendary. From Table Mountain to God’s Window, our mountains, forests, coasts and deserts will feast your eye and lift your spirit…

World-class facilities

Whether you opt for Afro-chic or authentic Africa, you’ll find it easy to get around, find a comfortable place to stay, have a great meal, connect.

Adventure

South Africa is the adventure capital of the world. With over 130 adventures and counting, there is something for everyone from mountain walks to shark cage-diving!

Good Weather

In sunny South Africa, our great weather invites you to enjoy the outdoors, play golf year-round and take advantage of the nearly 3000km coastline…

Rainbow Nation

The Rainbow Nation celebrates all its African and immigrant cultures. Find out how friendly our people are whilst you try your tongue at 11 official languages!

Diverse Experiences

Go almost anywhere in SA and experience the ultimate combo of nature, wildlife, culture, adventure, heritage and vibe – you’re spoilt for choice, so pack it in!

Wildlife

Warning! Watching wildlife is addictive. First you start with the Big Five in so many ways, then whales, penguins, meerkats, wild dogs, birds, dung beetles…

Freedom Struggle

Discover a nation’s struggle for freedom whilst following the footsteps of Mandela, Hector Pieterson and many other celebrated revolutionaries. It will touch and inspire you.

Responsible Tourism

In SA you can travel with care as you explore our protected areas, contribute to social and conservation projects, buy recycle art and stay green.

08 September 2010

Every morning in Africa...

Every morning in Africa a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning a lion wakes up. It knows it must outrun the slowest gazelle or it will starve to death. It doesn't matter whether you are a lion or a gazelle - when the sun comes up,
you'd better be running.

03 September 2010

A new Star in Chobe

Chobe, home to 1000's of elephant and some of the largest herds of elephant in the world. A sight to behold when you are surrounded by 200 or more elephant. Chobe does not only offer the sights of elephant, but is also home to numerous other species including the big cats of Africa. Game viewing is spectacular throughout the year and one special thing is to take a boat cruise up the Chobe River for extreme close up encounters.

The location is adding to the adventure and with easy distance to Namibia, Zimbabwe andZambia and Safari to this region can be an experience never to forget. Elephants and Wildlife in the Chobe, Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi and the Majestic Victoria Falls are all within easy reach.






To enjoy this spectacular region you can either do it the more adventurous way of camping or enjoy the spoils of some of the excellent lodges in the region. One of the newest additions to properties in Chobe is the new Kwalape Chobe Safari Camp. This excellent property offer a variety of accommodation options ranging from camping to comfortable en-suite tented chalets. Kwalape Chobe Safari Camp also offers a swimming pool, large dining area and a braai and boma area. Game viewing and other activities are also on offer.

To enjoy the Chobe and surrounding region you can contact Lathita Tailor Made Travel and one of the consultants will create a special packaged Safari for you.