Vacation rentals in Kou-Kamma

Viewing wildlife at Addo Elephant National Park with Thentic - half-day tour. This safari is for a duration of up to 4 1/2 hours (morning or afternoon) on a guided tour in the Addo National Park. Highlights include herds of elephants, lions, buffalos, zebras, antelopes, birds and a whole lot more fauna and flora spread across 45 000 hectares. One stop for refreshments and bathroom is provided for. For a full-day emersion including an African braai lunch, please see our full day experiences. You will LOVE IT! * Don't see the experience you're eager to undertake on your date of choice, please get in touch. Perhaps we can workout how to make it happen. * Equipment such as binoculars will be provided for on the tour. Drinks, snack and entrance fees to the Addo National Park are included in the price. Meeting point: Staying in Addo? Thentic Tours is happy to include a return transfer service as part of the tour or meet you at the entrance of the Addo National Park, whichever you prefer. Please inform us of your accommodation at the time of booking. Staying out-of-town (Port Elizabeth, etc.)? Please meet us at the entrance of the Addo National Park. Or, if you prefer a return transfer service, it will be Thentic Tour's pleasure to arrange this at an extra cost. Please inform us at the time of booking

I'll be your guide on our interactive walk exploring the authentic diversity of township life. At first glance, life may seem a daily struggle but delve deeper and we’ll find a place of friendship and resilience. Our itinerary begins at MADaboutART, a social enterprise using art and creative expression to support children to make positive life choices. You'll see our gallery of amazing narrative artwork telling stories of the lives of children in the township. In the streets around MADaboutART you’ll experience the culture and ways of the township. You'll learn about Xhosa traditions and the role of the Sangoma (traditional healer). Youth teams often practice soccer and netball on the sports ground. They might ask you to join in! You'll see many sights along the way; the contrast between traditional wooden homes and new Government-built brick homes, cattle and pigs grazing among the dwellings, taverns, women doing daily laundry, every day is a different experience. Finally, we'll return to MADaboutART where in afternoons and school holidays you’ll meet the children as they sing, paint, bead, whatever the activity of the day is (curriculum dependent). On Sunday mornings we have the option to join a local church congregation for part of their service. We hope you'll take a little township magic home with you (and leave a little piece of your heart with us) Other things to note Unique gift items for sale made by children at MADaboutART (R50-R250) incl bead bracelets, cards & art Transport available at extra cost Ground can be uneven, let me know if you’d find this difficult

Guests will be collected from their accommodation in the Port Elizabeth or Colchester area at 08h30 and drop-off is at approximately 15h30. Transport is in a luxury, air-conditioned Toyota Fortuner. The Park is a 45 min trip to the Southern Gate at Colchester. After sign in and entry payment (included in price rate), we drive about 2 hours searching for wildlife, which can include Buffalo and Lion as well as the Elephants and a variety of Antelope, to a picnic spot for snacks and refreshments. Along the way we will talk of the history of the Park and give information on the various animals or birds we will see. Time will be spent at various waterholes allowing plenty of photographic opportunities. After the break at the picnic site, we continue game-viewing until we reach the Addo main camp where there is a popular waterhole in front of the shop, selling African curios, and restaurant as well as an educational centre. If time allows, we will head back to the same entrance that we entered allowing further encounters with the various animals along the way and head back to Port Elizabeth. Other things to note You will be guided through the Addo Elephant National Park in a comfortable, closed, air-conditioned vehicle. Walking is minimal. Facemasks are required to be worn throughout the experience. Hand sanitizer will be provided. Guests must have their passports with the

We kick off by discussing the activities available. Thrilling and exciting activities include coastal hikes, mountain hikes, exploring extraordinary caves, tubing down the river mouth of a secluded beach with majestic views of castles (yes, castles!), secret lagoon swimming spots, waterfall hikes, an African bush cultural experience and more! No great experience is complete without the inclusion of great food. There is a variety of healthy breakfasts, picnic lunches or perhaps a romantic dinner surprise? - for you to choose from. Experiment with traditional South African cuisine at it's best, perhaps something a little more exotic from the East or a dish from your home favorites. Whatever your tummy desires - will be made with only fresh and wholesome produce and locally sourced ingredients. Vegan and vegetarians can look forward to an earthy offering of organic local fare. A visit to the best cheese maker on the garden route can also arranged. Other things to note Weather is a factor determining what activities can be done. Guests are welcome to move their booked activities to a more suitable day, alternatively, other exciting activities can also be arranged.

Each group is met on arrival, and then taken up into the Knysna Forests. There we explain the routes and give a safety demonstration. Guests get to try out their monster scooter bikes, get their helmets and gloves fitted. Then the fun starts ... heading down hill through various runs in the forest. Other things to note Please wear closed shoes, and dress comfortably in shorts or long pants. Bring along a peak cap too.