The Drakensberg & Zululand NEW
A journey into the heart of South Africa and some of the best walking environments in the world. See the spectacular cliffs, gorges and valleys of the Drakensberg mountains, the Zulu homelands and history of the battlefields, the pristine Ghost Mountain and wonderful game reserves.
- Walking in the mightly Drakensberg mountains
- Guided walking in the Anglo-Zulu war battlefields
- Luxurious lodges in the mountains and countryside
Detailed information
| 2009 Tour
Itinerary |
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Day 1: Depart UK.
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Days 2-4: Early morning arrival and drive to Montusi Mountain Lodge (3 nights) in the North Drakensberg. Enjoy two excellent full days of walking in the Royal Natal National Park, including the magnificent Tugela Gorge and the famous Amphitheatre |
Days 5-6: Travel to the Central Drakensberg, an area that includes some of South Africa’s highest peaks. Stay at the splendid Cathedral Peak Hotel (2 nights) and enjoy memorable walks to the Umhlongo Valley, or Cathedral Peak summit.
Days 7-8: Journey into Zululand and the luxurious Isandlwana Lodge (2 nights), with a beautiful setting overlooking the South African plains. Enjoy a guided walk and talk by a local battlefield specialist who will bring to life the story of the battles of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift. Days
Days 9-10: Drive across KwaZulu Natal to Ghost Mountain Inn (2 nights). Walk up Ghost Mountain, and through the Mukuzi Game Reserve, and take a sundowner cruise on Lake Joinzi, where you may see hippo, crocodile, rhino and elephant.
Day 11: Transfer to Durban for the flight home.
Day 12: Arrive UK.
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| About
the walks |
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Guided Walks:
Distances are from 1 mile to 11 miles. Ascents range from virtually nil to 2,100ft with some rough terrain and steep ascents. On some days there are opportunities to do challenging hikes including the ascent to Cathedral Peak summit. |
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| Dates
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| 1 March 2009 (9nts) |
£2,195 |
£1,495 |
| 1 November 2009 (9nts) |
£2,195 |
£1,495 |
Single room supplement: £215.
# Land itineraries start on day 2 and finish on day 11.
* Excludes internations and internal flights, Internal flights must be booked in conjunction with international flights. Please ask for detials of the internal flight required. Independent travellers who book the no flight option can join the HF Holidays' airport transfers for £20 per person return.
Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Lounges: To book airport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
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| Temperatures |
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It can be warm in February; on the September departure expect average temperatures of between 17C and 22C, on the October departure temperatures will be slightly higher. The Drakensberg Mountains will be a few degrees cooler due to the higher altitude.
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| Accommodation |
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Montusi Mountain Lodge has views directly to the Amphitheatre and the Cathedral Peak Hotel is in the heart of the mountains. Isandlwana Lodge is a lovely boutique lodge looking over the battlefield and Ghost Mountain Inn is a secluded retreat with excellent facilities.
Where you'll stay
Montusi Mountain Lodge - 3 nights
Cathedral Peak Hotel - 2 nights
Isandlwana Lodge - 2 night
Ghost Mountain Inn - 2 nights
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| Flight information |
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Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 18/06/08 (provisional)
South African Airways
Heathrow - Johannesburg
Out 21:05 (Sun) - 10:10 (Mon)
Durban - Heathrow (via Johannesburg)
Return 19:10 (Wed) - 07:20 (Thurs)
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| What
the holiday includes |
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- Return economy class air travel UK / South Africa on scheduled airlines, with
appropriate in-flight meals.
- 9 nights' accommodation in twin-bedded en-suite rooms.
- Full Board from lunch on day 2 to breakfast on day of departure.
- Services of an HF Holidays' leader.
- Services of local South African tour guide.
- Walks, sightseeing and entrance fees for the itinerary as described.
- Travel by air-conditioned coach.
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