South Africa, Mozambique & Swaziland – Thompsons Africa launches new 8 day guided overland tour.

PRLog (Press Release) – Apr 29, 2008 – With the release of our much anticipated ‘Three Country Tour’, Thompsons Africa also introduces our latest touring vehicles into the fold, that have been especially developed for our new Three Country Tour, bearing in mind the overland nature of the roads in Mozambique, we realized that comfort and space – hallmarks of the Thompsons vehicle fleet, must be continued throughout the duration of the tour.  Our new vehicles are especially adapted four wheel drive overland vehicles, with gigantic windows to appreciate your surrounds, comfortable seating, great luggage space and are equipped with the necessary items to deal with overland terrain.  

The Three Country Tour which can certainly be described as tried-and-tested – tested by our most critical customers – our staff – returned to the office to tumultuous applause from senior management and our international sales team.  In essence the tour encompasses the three neighbouring countries of South Africa, Mozambique and Swaziland, beginning and ending in South Africa.  

The tour visits not only the Big Five safari destination of the Kruger National Park, but also the Big Five Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Reserve, that is less well-known, but equally as beautiful and is heralded for saving the white rhino from extinction!  Mozambique is all about pristine sun drenched beaches and all the fun to be had at a coastal resort, from SCUBA diving, snorkelling, deep sea fishing, fly-fishing and horse rides amidst the breaking surf – delicious adventure.  Swaziland is the smallest country in Africa, and against a mountainous backdrop, our guests will discover the culture of the ancient Khoisan (Bushmen).  We visit the oldest known mine (Ngwenya) in the world, that dates back to 42000 BC, as well as fascinating ancient rock paintings that tell the story of the lives of the ancient nomad hunter/gatherers of the Khoisan.  

Other highlights of the tour include a visit to the Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park) which is a proclaimed World Heritage Site and the Thembalethu Refuge for AIDS orphans, all within the borders of South Africa, whilst in Mozambique, guests will also enjoy a ferry ride across Maputo Harbour to Catembe Island.

Wildlife, remote wilderness areas, ancient culture and nature both within the African bush and along the coastline of Africa, where the warm waters of the Indian Ocean caress the shoreline, is what this tour is all about.

Cost of this tour:
From ZAR 10 995 per person sharing and ZAR 12 410 single
ZAR = South African Rand
This tour departs on a Sunday.

Set Departure Dates 2008
June: 15th
July: 13th
August: 10th
September: 07th & 21st
October: 5th & 19th
November: 2nd, 16th & 30th

Set Departure Dates 2009
January: 11th & 25th
February: 8th & 22nd
March: 8th & 22nd
April: 5th & 19th  

Inclusions:
* Transportation in specially modified 4x4 air-conditioned 10 seater overland vehicles.
* Professionally escorted - our Tour Guides are the best in the industry.
* Accommodation with private facilities on a twin share basis.
* Seven breakfasts.
* Three dinners.
* Hotel porterage.
* KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife Reserves Conservation Levy.
* Kruger National Park Conservation Levy.

To view the full itinerary for this tour, please access the link below:
http://www.thompsonsafrica.com/Tour_3_Countries_South_Af ...

If you wish to view other guided overland touring options in both South Africa and Namibia, please access the following link:  
http://www.thompsonsafrica.com/EscortedTours156.aspx

If you would like any further information pertaining to this or other tours or any tailor made holidays in Southern Africa, please do access our website to view our many holiday packages as well as a host of information on travel within Southern Africa:
http://www.thompsonsafrica.com/homepage126.aspx

Happy Travels