Sun City, Durban, Garden Route, Cpt, Stellies and Jnb 17 days

Sun City, Durban, Garden Route, Cpt, Stellies and Jnb 17 days

Sun City, Durban, Wild Coast, Garden Route and Cape Town,Stellenbosch and Johannesburg 17 days
Kenyan family 5 adults and 2 children - approx cost R13546 per adult

Day 1, 2 and 3: Fri 17 Dec, Sat 18 Dec and Sun 19 Dec 10 – Joburg to Sun City 173 km
Arrive Johannesburg , O.R. Tambo airport on SA 183 at 10h30, please proceed to the Tempest Car Hire desk to collect your group E car (Hyundai H1 9 seater, power steering, radio/CD, air conditioning , central locking, ABS ) reservation # 35898197 , then head off to Sun City and you should easily make it there by lunch time.

2 x Family rooms at the Cabanas, Sun City with breakfast included

There is a lot to do at this resort , The Valley of Waves is the central feature of Sun City. It is one of the most advanced water parks in the world, dominated by the Roaring Lagoon, a wave pool with a palm-fringed beach. All Resort residents enter the park free of charge by presenting their resident cards Adjoining the Sun City Resort, is the beautiful Pilanesberg National Park, which will delight game viewers as it is a malaria free zone and home to the Big 5. Game Trackers, specialist Wildlife Safari's Tour Operators, are situated at the Welcome Centre and guests of Sun City can also enjoy personalised game viewing at the neighbouring 55 000-hectare Pilanesberg National Park.
And then there is the Entertainment Centre which has a number of restaurants and bars, cinemas, and Superbowl, which hosts many famous artists. The casino is a main attraction to the resort.
The refreshing, laid back ambience of the Cabanas at Sun City is the immediate impression one receives upon welcome. The most relaxed and casual of all the hotels at Sun City, the Cabanas offer informal yet comfortable accommodation.
The reception area is spacious with a balconied foyer overlooking the Palm Terrace. Attractive planters placed around the tiled floor, and the lightly textured walls topped with a ceiling frieze of tropical foliage and flowers, all contribute to an immediate holiday feeling.
In fact, when he’s not too busy exploring what the other pool decks have to offer, guests can spot Figaro, Sun City’s resident Blue Crane, strutting his stuff by the Grande Pool Bar.
Sun City Cabanas offer three dining choices– the chefs excel at creating imaginative theme style buffets at the Palm Terrace and everyday a full breakfast buffet and dinner buffet is offered. Light and scrumptious daytime fare is served at the Grande Pool Bar.Sun City has even provided for the youngest members of your family – Kamp Kwena, a specially designed entertainment paradise for kids of all ages. A fully supervised programme of activities and facilities at Kwena’s Castle, right on the lawns of the Cabanas: adventure playground, animal farmyard and fully equipped play centre.
A short stroll across the luscious green lawns of the Cabanas brings you to a World of Fun in the Sun – Waterworld. There’s jet-skiing, windsurfing, water-skiing and for those who want a leisurely booze-cruise, there’s a barge to take you around the lake at Sundowner time.

Day 4: Mon 20 Dec10 – Sun City to Pretoria 150 km
2 x Family suites at the Colbyn Guest House with breakfast included .

Colbyn Guest Lodge is situated in the prestigious suburb of Colbyn, east of the Union Buildings and next to most embassies. Only 10 minutes from the CBD of Pretoria. On bus routes and near to highways. Adjacent to the lively popular Hatfield shopping mall and entertainment centres. Secure enclosed parking available.

The city is known as a tourist Mecca with a variety of monuments, museums, theatre, art galleries, historic houses, dams, botanical gardens and Game Parks. We are within walking distance to most Embassies, restaurants, shopping and entertainment centres.

Colbyn Lodge creates the feeling of being out in the country although easily accessible (only 3 minutes) to all major highways and only 48km from OR Tambo International Airport. The Lodge is situated in the well-known Colbyn area, adjacent to the parliament buildings and which is probably regarded as one of the safest areas in the City of Tshwane (Pretoria).

Day 5, 6 and 7: Tues 21 Dec, Wed 22 Dec and Thur 23 Dec10 – Pretoria to Durban 667 km
1 x Family room at the Garden Court Marine Parade Hotel with breakfast included
1 x Double room at the Garden Court Marine Parade Hotel with breakfast included
1 x Single room at the Garden Court Marine Parade Hotel with breakfast included

This modern, art-deco styled hotel offers spectacular ocean views and glorious sunrises. Situated on Durban’s Golden Mile, the panoramic views over the Indian Ocean and its excellent location are just some of the reasons why this hotel is a preferred holiday destination. The proximity to major roads, airports and most importantly, the beach, ensure the Garden Court Marine Parade is full of seaside holiday happiness at all times.

Your room is your home during your stay, with amenities that cater to individual or family travellers, whether travelling for business or pleasure. You're just a few steps from the beach, while at the hotel you can see forever from the glass-enclosed 30th floor pool, with its protected sundeck.
The Garden Grill serves daily full English or continental buffet breakfasts and the popular MacRib Family Restaurant offers guests a selection of delicious meals and is situated on the premises of the hotel. Wireless Internet Access, high Speed Internet Access is accessible to all hotel guests 24-hours a day. Prepaid vouchers are available. Self Service Workstation, guests can conduct business as usual with our self service workstations and copy/fax facilities. Sun Coast Spa, this luxurious spa offers soothing therapies that are designed to rejuvenate mind, body and soul.

Day 8, 9, 10 and 11: Fri 24 Dec, Sat 25 Dec, Sun 26 Dec and Mon 27 Dec 10 – Durban to Plettenberg Bay
Please make your way to King Shaka Airport , drop your rental car , then check in for your flight to Port Elizabeth :
Depart Durban on SA 1334 at 09h40
Arrive Port Elizabeth at 11h30

Please proceed to the Tempest Car Hire desk to collect your group E car (Hyundai H1 9 seater 2.4 litre mini bus ) reservation # 35898204 then make your way south along the N2 to Plettenberg Bay which is about 220 km from PE

1x Family room at La Boheme B and B with breakfast included
1x Double room at the Crescent Hotel with breakfast included
1x Single room at the Crescent Hotel with breakfast included

La Boheme B and B and Day Spa is a uniquely affordable 4-star accommodation in Plettenberg Bay. Cottage interiors with classic beach-house décor are complimented with a rustic touch, home-style amenities, and luxury facilities.
The guesthouse is situated one minute drive from both Plett’s Main Street and the Market Square shopping areas and two minutes from the whale-watching operators at Main Beach and the 4-kilometeres of golden sand that is Robberg Beach.
La Boheme offers spa facilities and a lounge with fireplace for chillier evenings. All rooms are en-suite and fitted with tea/coffee bars, TV (with Satellite) and mini fridges. Full Continental and English breakfasts are served.Free Internet. Babysitting and airport transfers can be arranged.
A dip in the plunge pool followed by a jacuzzi (bubbly in hand) affords the perfect interlude between a day at the beach and supper at one of Plett’s many restaurants. If ‘dining in’ is your pleasure, a covered Verandah with braai (barbecue) facilities is available for a traditional South African holiday feast.
The Crescent Hotel has reasonably priced accommodation for the family, and just a short walk away from Robberg Beach and Central Beach, two of the best swimming and tanning beaches in the area. Also close to restaurants, a shopping centre and chemist and dvd store. There is so much to do around the area, Birds of Eden is the largest free-flight aviary in the world. The sanctuary encompasses 2.3ha of partly forested land, covered by a 3.2ha mesh and criss-crossed by a 1.2km walkway. There are whale and dolphin cruises, an elephant sanctuary, the highest commercial bungy jump in the world – 216 metres, a tree top canopy tour, monkey land, beautiful beaches and indigenous forests, local crafts, potters and furniture makers

Day 12: Tues 28 Dec – Plettenberg Bay to Oudtshoorn 153 km
After breakfast head south to George then head inland and over the Outeniekwa pass and on to Oudtshoorn , the feather capital of the world in the early 19th Century
2 x Lake side cabins with breakfast included
Only 5 mins drive from the main house, you will find our 4 unique waterfront cabins. They are built from alien poplar wood that we removed to make way for endemic brush and offer breathtaking views over the lake with abundant birdlife with 162 recorded species and is a malaria free area. Canoeing and fishing at the lake is ideal for families and to enjoy the scenery and nature around you. Each of the 4 rustic cabins is equipped with 2 bedrooms, (interleading ceiling), bath with shower, lounge, kitchenette and a large fireplace and deck.
Oudtshoorn had its first claim to fame in the 1860's when ostrich farms were set up – mainly in Europe - to meet the demand for decorative ostrich feathers. Apart from a 2-year lull after 1885, a result of the fickleness of the fashion trade, the industry thrived until the slump of 1914, since then it has never fully revived. During the 'feather boom' a number of excellent architects such as George Wallis, Charles Bullock and JE Vixeboxse, opened offices here and by the time of the slump had accomplished much in providing a distinctive architectural heritage for Oudtshoorn, which reflects the opulence and splendour of the Ostrich Feather Boom of 1860-1914.

Today ostriches are farmed mainly for the production of exquisite leather products, as a source of meat and as a tourist attraction. Feathers are still in demand for events like the Rio Carnival in Brazil and the Moulin Rouge in Paris, France.

The Cango Caves: One of the worlds great natural wonders, sculptured by nature through the ages. It is situated close to the Klein Karoo Town of Oudtshoorn. Mysterious and breathtaking limestone formations in a wide variety of natural colours, a subterranean wonderland. Regular guided tours daily.

The Ostriches: Amidst the 400 ostrich farms surrounding the town, 3 have distinguished themselves worthy to be named " show farms". Become exposed to this exotic bird species, the largest in the world. Guided tours available.

Crocodiles: Gaze with the awe at the slithering reptiles species from all over the world. Imagine... more than 400 crocodiles and alligators in their prehistoric unattractiveness. They're being bred here and they're awfully nice, as long as you don't get too close!

Cheetahs: A highly successful breeding station of this threatened species. . . -one of the only two in the southern hemisphere. One of the foremost examples of Eco-tourism in the world and a superb mixture of conservation and tourism. You can get yourself photographed cuddling a cheetah cub, the fastest animal on land.

Day 13, 14 and 15 : Wed 29 Dec, Thur 30 Dec and Fri 31 Dec10- Plettenberg Bay to Cape Town 599 km
2 x Family rooms at the Inn on the Square Hotel with breakfast included

Offering comfortable ensuite rooms, there are also interleading rooms for families, air conditioning, safe, hair dryer, cable TV and all the mod cons that you would expect from a good three star hotel, very conveniently located on Greenmarket Square which boasts stalls where mostly funky clothing, souvenirs, books, local crafted shoes and leather goods, local and rasta music and always the entertainment of buskers and the informal sellers.
Guests can also take advantage of the heated roof top swimming pool and sundeck that has magnificent views of Table Mountain and there is also a gym and sauna for those with extra energy to burn.
The Dish restaurant with an alfresco terrace overlooks the vibrant Greenmarket Square and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner with an extensive a la carte menu and a wide variety of other dishes complemented by an impressive selection of local and imported wines. Before and after dinner you are invited to enjoy a cigar and a cognac in the Famous Cigar Lounge or choose from an extensive range of fine wines housed in the private cellar.

Day 16 and 17: Sat 01 Jan and Sun 02 Jan 11 - Cape Town to Stellenbosch 42 km
1 x Triple room plus a cot , room only basis
1 x Double room, room only basis
1 x Single room, room only basis

Your guest house is situated a couple of blocks from Stellenbosch University and it is three to four more blocks to the centre of the town, with 22 000 students, pedestrians and bicycles are the most common way of getting around in this second oldest town in South Africa, the Cape Dutch and Georgian architecture is evident all over town and the increased tourism has brought about many sidewalk cafes and restaurants, interspersed between fashion, souvenir, art, leather and jewelery outlets, there is a relaxed buzz in this very quaint town that is most pleasing to wander around.
There is a swimming pool at the guest house which will be welcomed in summer as temperatures can soar to high 30s. There are 16 ensuite rooms in a refurbished house that has warm wooden facades, the room and bathroom furnishings are Afro simple and minimalist , there are a few common areas scattered around the guest house where guests can relax or share travel stories with other guests or one could take time out in the hammock under the trees, next to the pool.
Stellenbosch ,with a back drop of towering rugged mountains and the streets lined with oak trees, is really pleasing to the eye at any time of the year. There are 169 wine farms in the Stellenbosch area alone and within a 50 km radious there are three other regions, Helderberg, Paarl and Franschhoek . Cape Town is definitely faster paced and more glamorous with lots more people in the city but the beauty and the tranquil ness of the Winelands will re-energize your soul.

Day 18 and 19: Mon 03 Jan and Tues 04 Jan 11 - Cape Town to Johannesburg
Make your way to Cape Town airport and return your rental car to the Tempest drop off desk, then board your flight to Johannesburg. You can then take the high speed Gautrain from O.R. Tambo to Sandton and a short taxi ride will take you to the Garden Court Sandton Sun
2 x Family rooms at the Garden Court Marine Parade Hotel with breakfast included

Within close proximity to South Africa’s largest business hubs, Garden Court Sandton City is ideal for business travellers. Adjacent to the Sandton Convention Centre, Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square shopping centres, this hotel constitutes a fabulous base for all guests. The stylish décor encompassing a hint of art-deco reflects the Garden Court Sandton City’s modern hospitality and extends through to each of the 444 spacious en-suite bedrooms with shower-bath combination and other modern facilities that make you feel at home and fulfil your personal needs. In room dining, air conditioning and workstations with wireless internet connectivity will make your stay the most comfortable yet.

Montecasino Gaming and Entertainment Complex
As Gauteng’s premier entertainment destination, this complex is located in Fourways and has been voted Best Casino, Best Entertainment Complex, Best Cinema Complex and Best Place to Take Out-of-towners. 14km
Sandton City Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square
This glamorous shopping experience is situated in the heart of Sandton and offers a variety of goods and services to cater for your every need. The Nelson Mandela Square offers a theatre, restaurants and more shopping. 200m