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Experience the magic of South Africa & Namibia
where extraordinary wildlife & adventure awaits
24 days April 10 – May 02 2018: $ 8370 T/S Singles add $ 1850
With Greg & Gaye of the Finesse Holidays
For further information: http://www.finessebridge.com.au
E: [email protected] Ph: 02 9596 1423 or 0415 816 919
Overview:
Commencing our holiday in Johannesburg, we then fly
to Durban - Visit the heartland of the African Zulu
while staying near the glamourous seaside city of
Durban. See the wine district and taste the many
excellent styles at a few wineries. Capetown - full of
appealing attractions which will dazzle the eyes and
intrigue the mind. Go wild on Safari in a private game
lodge staying in Namibia at the Etjo Safari Lodge for 7
nights. Finally 1 night to wind down in a Luxury Small
Hotel.
Included in this Holiday:
Stopover in Johannesburg.
5 nights in the 5* Fairmont Resort on Zimbali Coast.
5 nights Capetown - 5* at Bantry Bay Suites.
3 night stopover in the wine district of Franschlok. 5*
7 nights on Safari in Namibia. 4½ *.
1 night Joburg relaxing with bridge with a wonderful
small boutique hotel. 5*
All tours & Safaris with a permanent excellent guide.
All dinners, breakfasts & 3 lunches.
All transfers from/to Airports & Internal flights.
All bridge fees & Workshops. Bridge Sessions B4Red
Note, we have altered our
Safari destination to
Namibia. Far superior
Safaris and accommodation
Please Note we found a fantastic guide who will travel with us for the entire journey.
1: INTERNAL & INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS: Included.
April 11 11:20 Joburg MN 505 Arrive 12:30 Durban ( King Shaka )
April 16 11:10 King Shaka BA 6304 Arrive 13:20 Capetown
April 24 11:10 SW 704 Capetown Arrive 12:20 Windhoek
May 01 15:00 SAA 77 Windhoek Arrive 17:45 Joburg
Inclusions: JOHANNESBURG – CAPETOWN
All tipping & gratuities NOT LEVIES 22 nights finest accommodation
Tours with guides as per program Permanent Tour Guide
Numerous safari tours with guides Fully escorted tour
Welcome drinks All dinners, all breakfasts
All transfers including 4 internal flights 3 light lunches during Safari
All bridge fees Workshops & Lesson Material
TABLE OF CONTENTS: Page No
1: INTERNAL FLIGHT DETAILS - Included 2
2: HOTEL ADDRESSES & PHONE NUMBERS 3
3: ITINERARY & BRIDGE PROGRAM 4
4: JOHANNESBURG – FAIRCITY QUARTERMAIN HOTEL 5
5: KWAZULU NATAL – FAIRMONT ZIMBALI BEACHFRONT 6
6: CAPETOWN – BANTRY BAY SUITES 7
7: FRANSCHHOEK - L'ERMITAGE CHATEAU & VILLAS 9
8: NAMIBIA - MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE 10
9: JOHANNESBURG – WINSTON HOTEL 12
2: HOTEL ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS for EMERGENCIES:
Greg’s Contact Phone Number +61 0415 816 919
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JOBURG - FAIRCITY QUARTERMAIN HOTEL Apr 10 - 11
Address: 60 W Rd S, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
Phone:+27 11 290 0900 www.quatermain.co.za
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KWAZULU NATAL - FAIRMONT ZIMBALI BEACHFRONT RESORT Apr 11 – 16
P.O. Box 17 Zimbali South Africa 4422
TEL + 27 (0) 32 538 5000 www.fairmont.com/zimbali-resort
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CAPETOWN – BANTRY BAY SUITE HOTEL - Apr 16 – 21
Address: 8 Alexander Road, Bantry Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, 8060, South Africa
Phone:+27 21 8066 2490
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FRANSCHHOEK - L'ERMITAGE CHATEAU & VILLAS - Apr 21 - 24
Address: Lambrechts Road, 7690 Franschhoek, South Africa
Tel: +27 21 876 9200
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GAME RESERVE – MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE - NAMIBIA Apr 24 – May 01
Address: Okonjati <br />Namibia, Namibia
Tel: +264 (0) 67 290 173/4/5
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JOBURG - THE WINSTON HOTEL May 01 - May 02
Address: 6 Tottenham Ave, Melrose Estate, Johannesburg, 2146, South Africa
Tel: +27 11 268 3140
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3: ITINERARY
Apr 10 17:30 Arrival time Hotel.
Apr 11 09:30 Depart Hotel for our 5 night adventure of Durban.
DURBAN - ZIMBALI
Apr 12 10:00 Durban City Tour. Return home 14:00. 14:30 Bridge.
Apr 13 13:00 Bridge. Free day
Apr 14 10:00 Full Day tour to iSimangaliso Wetland Park & St Lucia River Cruise return to Ballito.
Apr 15 10:00 Mini Safari Tour. African Village.
Apr 16 09:00 Leave hotel for flight to Capetown.
CAPETOWN
Apr 16 15:00 After settling in – transfer to V & A Waterfront for harbour cruise with wine.
Apr 17 09:30 Transfer to Cable Car for TableTop Mountain and @ 15h00 return to Hotel via
Kloof Nek and Clifton, Sea Point & Green Point. Afternoon Bridge at our hotel.
Apr 18 10:00 Cape Point tour and visit the penguins.
Apr 19 10:00 Visit the gardens and Slave Museum: 14:00 Bridge.
Apr 20 10:00 Robben Island tour.
Apr 21 09:30 Transfer to wine district via Hermanus for lunch.
FRANSCHLOK
Apr 21 15:00 Arrive hotel before dinner and evening Bridge
Apr 22 10:30 Wine Tour – Visit 2 of our favourite wines and stock up.
Apr 23 10:00 Bridge in morning followed by town tour and evening cocktails.
Apr 24 08:15 Transfer to Capetown for flight to Namibia
MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE
Apr 24 – May 01 We now take a flight to Windhoek and transfer to the 4.5* Safari Lodge. Here we
have 8 Safaris available, from 06:00 to 09:00 & 15:30 to 18:30 and a lion feed.
Bridge will be played in the middle of the day. 11:00 till 14:00 with lunch stop.
JOBURG
May 01 19:00 Settle in for an exquisite dinner
May 02 11:30 Bridge
16:00 Transfer to airport for flight home
4: JOHANNESBURG – FAIRCITY QUARTERMAIN HOTEL Apr 10 - 11
If travelling early the following sites are very worthy:
1. Constitutional Hill The site of Johannesburg’s notorious Old Fort Prison Complex
where thousands of ordinary people were brutally punished before the dawn of democracy in
1994.
2. Apartheid Museum A moving experience. Learn more about the atrocities of
the Apartheid Regime that divided the nation for more than 48 years.
3. Cradle of Humankind The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site offers a wonderful
experience for local and international tourists, is a rich source of information for scientists and
researchers, presents opportunities for economic development and job creation, and invites
visitors to be a witness to humanity’s history. This is a unique experience into Africa’s rich
past – a journey through time of the destruction of the great and diverse southern African rock
art traditions at the hand of colonists, and the rediscovery of these ancient masterworks in a
contemporary world.
4. Lesedi Cultural Village Gauteng’s most exciting showcase of African culture where you
can view four African villages. Visitors are introduced to tribal art and crafts, customary
dancing rituals, a very rich history and the tribal legends of Africa’s people.
Flight: Apr 11 Joburg MN505 11:20 Durban Arrive 12:30 20 kgs
Just 2 km from Sandton City, this
hotel features a courtyard with a
swimming pool and an award-winning
restaurant. All rooms and suites come
with air conditioning and a satellite
LCD TV. Including free Wi-Fi, all
accommodations at Faircity
Quartermain Hotel in Johannesburg
come with extra long beds and an
electronic laptop safe. Some of the
rooms and suites have a private
balcony. A breakfast buffet is served
daily on the courtyard terrace with its
green parasols. This is a great choice
for those interested in Shopping for
clothes, Restaurants and Luxury Brand
Shopping. Gated Hotel
5: KWA-ZULU NATAL – FAIRMONT ZIMBALI BEACHFRONT RESORT
APRIL 11 - 16
Fairmont Zimbali Resort, situated inside the exclusive Zimbali Coastal Estate, is a tranquil retreat
offering the utmost in stylish comfort and unrivalled service. Located 5 minutes from the bustling
holiday town of Ballito, 20 minutes from Umhlanga and 30 minutes from Durban, this beachfront
North Coast hotel provides easy access to the province’s attractions. Situated 16km from King
Shaka International Airport, the Fairmont Zimbali Resort is easily accessible.
Flight: April 16 Durban (King Shaka) 11:10 BA 6304 Capetown Arrive 13:20 23 kgs
Tours include:
1) Lake St Lucia - Isimangaliso Wetland Park, a paradise for Bird Watchers.
2) For a Zulu cultural experience like no other, visit Shakaland – a larger-than-life Zulu village.
1 hour Safari drive included here.
6: CAPETOWN – BANTRY BAY SUITES – BANTRY BAY - April 16 – 21
2. Check out the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
– The stunning garden has been named 2015’s
‘International Garden of the Year’ (by the
International Garden Tourism Awards Body).
There’s also a great treetop canopy walkway
called the ‘Boomslang” that has recently been
declared the Most Beautiful Object in South
Africa at the 2015 Design Indaba.
1: Tabletop Mountain Car: If you have to do
one thing, do this. You will not be
disappointed. The no-pain way up Cape
Town’s most famous natural landmark, with
360-degree views from cable cars as they rise
to within easy walking distance of the summit.
This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach
and is situated between the V&A Waterfront and
Camps Bay, The Bantry Bay's spacious suites
include a kitchenette with a microwave and
tea/coffee maker. Each suite also has a seating
area with a flat-screen satellite TV. Floor-to-
ceiling windows and wooden furnishings are
part of the modern classic décor.
A traditional South African breakfast is served
in the Atlantic Café. Freshly made cocktails are
available at Freddie's Bar & Lounge. Room
service, including breakfast, is provided.
Included tours of Capetown:
We now take a short drive through the to the wine district but having lunch in Hermanus
3. Take a Hop On Hop Off City Sightseeing
Bus – this service is a tried and tested form of
seeing attractions in the 021. Not Included
4. Visit Boulder’s Beach in Simon’s Town. It
is here where you will find a colony of
penguins that settled there in 1982.
5. Take a trip to the historic Robben Island. The
island’s function has changed over the past few
years, but is most commonly known as its past
use of being a political prison during South
Africa’s apartheid. (One of the most famous
prisoners being former president Nelson
Mandela).
6. Go to Café Caprice in Camps Bay. The
trendy hangout spot is known for attracting
Hollywood A-Listers and is also an ideally
situated location for sundowners, good food and
a great vibe.
1: Tabletop Mountain 3: Cape Point, Southern most tip.
2: Robben Island 4: Twilight Harbour Cruise
7: FRANSCHHOEK - L'ermitage - Franschhoek Chateau & Villas - Apr 21 – 24
Exclusive accommodation and first-class facilities await you in these luxurious villas and apartments,
located on the prestigious Franschhoek Estate amidst indigenous fynbos.
Nestled on the slopes of Franschhoek Pass, L'ermitage - Franschhoek Chateau & Villas offers a tranquil
retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. We can also relax and enjoy a swim in the outdoor
swimming pool.
Funiki restaurant serves Japanese and Western style cuisine interlinked with Samurai traditions of Old.
With your children being looked after by babysitters, you are ensured a truly stress-free and memorable
stay at L'ermitage - Franschhoek Chateau & Villas.
Guests seeking a more active lifestyle can explore the village on horseback.
This is the perfect setting for us to visit some of our favourite wineries and to purchase a few for
upcoming evenings.
April 24 11:10 SW 704 Capetown Arrive 12:20 Windhoek (Namibia) 20 kgs
8: NAMIBIA – PRIVATE SAFARI – MOUNT ETJO SAFARI LODGE APR 24 – MAY 01
Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is located in the heart of the Okonjati Game Reserve.
One of the first private Game Reserves established in Namibia and founded by world-renowned
conservationist Jan Oelofse.
Home to over 8000 animals and a impessive variety of bird species the Okonjati Wildlife Sanctuary is a
true Conservation Area, this historic lodge deservedly carries the name “Etjo”, meaning place of refuge.
Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is where the most important Declaration towards Namibia's Independence was
signed in 1989 (The Mount Etjo Declaration).
Experiencing Wildlife activities and Enjoying Nature on the Okonjati Game Reserve is memorable and
everlasting , while enjoying excuisite cuisine and luxurious accommodation, Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is
and remains one of the most favourite destinations to visitors from around the world.
ACTIVITIES SUPPLIED:
The 8 Game Drives that we provide will give you a unique opportunity to observe, encounter and
admire the great variety of species that roam the Okonjati Game Reserve. Nowhere else in Namibia will
you see such a diversity of animals, ranging from birds to the rare Roan and Sable Antelope, Elephants,
White and Black Rhino, Giraffes, Zebras and many more. The Game Drive is enjoyable for all age
groups.
An Exciting opportunity to watch these magnificent big cats from up close!
Viewing lions eating from a permanent blind structure after dinner this is the perfect way to end the day
at Mount Etjo.
Opportunity does exsists to see lions during the day-time, depending on any lion sightings in that time
period.
Saurichnium Damarense at Mount Etjo - German archeologists Dr Huene in 1925 and Dr Gürich in
1926 were the first to discover and describe the footprints found in the Etjo sandstone. Gürich
distinguished 4 types: Saurichnium damarense, Saurichnium parallelum, Saurichnium anserinum and
Saurichnium tetractis. At the Mount Etjo slope, up to three different footprints can be found. The most
prominent and easily distinguishable footprint is that of Saurichnium damarense, the smaller footprints
are thought to perhaps be those of juvenile Saurichnium damarense. Unfortunately not enough evidence
is available to further classify these footprints. These are believed to be remnants of the Triassic
(Stormberg) age and around 230 Million years old.
May 01 15:00 SW 704 Windhoek Arrive 17:45 Joburg 23 kgs
9: JOBURG - THE WINSTON HOTEL – MAY 01 – MAY 02
Perfectly suited for the discerning traveller, The Winston Hotel is conveniently situated within
Johannesburg’s renowned suburb of Rosebank and is the ideal base from which to explore
nearby this vibrant city!
Here, tucked away from the bustling city atmosphere, but just a stone’s throw from popular
attractions and nearby Sandton, you can unwind in one of the five-star boutique hotel’s
exceptional array of suites whilst enjoying a game of bridge on your final day.
May 01 19:00 Settle in with exquisite dinner
May 02 11:30 Walk-in Pairs
16:00 Transfer to Airport for return flight home.