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Half day tour to the Cango caves near Oudtshoorn: $250/person: 29km from Oudtshoorn, at the head of the picturesque Cango Valley, lie the spectacular underground wonder of the Klein Karoo - the Cango Caves. Situated in a limestone ridge parallel to the well known Swartberg Mountains, you will find the finest dripstone caverns, with their vast halls and towering formations. The Cango Caves is the only show cave in Africa which offers a choice of Heritage (easy) or Adventure Tours. All tours are lead by experienced, knowledgeable and accredited Caves Guides. Ride the Outeniqua Electric train and explore the Outeniqua mountains: $125/ person Experience the beauty of the Outeniqua Mountains on a unique rail pass, one of the most scenic routes one can get. Panoramic views over the Outeniqua Mountain Nature Reserve can be enjoyed whilst listening to the commentary of an experienced tour guide. Enjoy the forest, four passes, waterfalls, seven tunnels, Fynbos, Proteas, bird and animal life and the panoramic view from the picnic site. You will experience a unique rail trip with a magnificent, breathtaking Eco environment and interesting information. On the upward journey one passes through six little tunnels, At times the pass is so narrow that you think you are going to brush the rock face on either side! The railway passes through areas of forest and fynbos, including an abundance of king proteas, culminating in spectacular views at the summit. The return leg brings you back through the six tunnels, with the cars travelling in reverse order, offering passengers an alternate view. About halfway down the pass we stop at a picnic site, to enjoy packed lunches and take in the surrounding scenery. The Powervan descends back into the Outeniqua Transport Museum in George, which houses an array of steam locomotives, carriages and vintage cars from days gone by.

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Half day tour to the Cango caves near Oudtshoorn: $250/person:

29km from Oudtshoorn, at the head of the picturesque Cango Valley, lie the spectacular underground wonder of the Klein Karoo - the Cango Caves. Situated in a limestone ridge parallel to the well known Swartberg Mountains, you will find the finest dripstone caverns, with their vast halls and towering formations. The Cango Caves is the only show cave in Africa which offers a choice of Heritage (easy) or Adventure Tours. All tours are lead by experienced, knowledgeable and accredited Caves Guides. !

Ride the Outeniqua Electric train and explore the Outeniqua mountains: $125/person !

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Experience the beauty of the Outeniqua Mountains on a unique rail pass, one of the most scenic routes one can get.!!Panoramic views over the Outeniqua Mountain Nature Reserve can be enjoyed whilst listening to the commentary of an experienced tour guide. Enjoy the forest, four passes, waterfalls, seven tunnels, Fynbos, Proteas, bird and animal life and the panoramic view from the picnic site. You will experience a unique rail trip with a magnificent, breathtaking Eco environment and interesting information.!!On the upward journey one passes through six little tunnels, At times the pass is so narrow that you think you are going to brush the rock face on either side! The railway passes through areas of forest and fynbos, including an abundance of king proteas, culminating in spectacular views at the summit. The return leg brings you back through the six tunnels, with the cars travelling in reverse order, offering passengers an alternate view. About halfway down the pass we stop at a picnic site, to enjoy packed lunches and take in the surrounding scenery.!The Powervan descends back into the Outeniqua Transport Museum in George, which houses an array of steam locomotives, carriages and vintage cars from days gone by.!

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Great White Shark Diving: $350/person:  !

!A scuba certification is not a necessity in order to dive in the cage, as they make use of snorkeling equipment 90% of the time, where the dive takes place just beneath the water surface. This makes it possible for even the inexperienced diver to enjoy a cage dive. Diving takes place under strict supervision of an experienced and qualified Dive Master who makes use of a quick and effective rotational system with 4 to 5 divers down at a time. Once the rotation is completed it will be repeated, therefore ensuring that each diver can take as many dives as possible. Time spent in the cage depends on weather/water conditions, shark activity and eagerness of each diver. The Dive Master will ensure you have had a fair chance at viewing the sharks before asking the next group to enter the cage. They rarely have more than 18 divers on board at a time, ensuring maximum cage diving time for all divers. The cage is situated next to the side of the boat and once ready to take the dive, your Dive Master would assist the diver into the opening at the top of the cage. Once in position, the divers head would be no more than half a meter below the surface. A free-board of approx. 30cm allows the diver to rise to the surface and effectively communicate with the Dive Master on the boat. Divers would secure themselves by holding onto the convenient cross bars, situated at the top of the cage Please note that diving is not always guaranteed since they work 10 km out at sea and only know what the shark activity and sea conditions are like once you arrive at the dive site. They are, however, able to continue with diving 95% of the time. This activity is safe for anyone over the age of 12 years of age. !!

Half day tour to the Ostrich Capital of the world: $250/person: !!!!!!!!!!!!!The Ostrich Farm Tour is an unforgettable experience on a professional Ostrich farm. During the tour you will learn more about these remarkable birds and their fascinating nature. Your guide will explain every aspect of ostrich farming, from breeding to rearing. • The professional guide takes your group by tractor & trailer on a 25 minute Ostrich “Game Drive” through

Zimbabwe Blue Ostrich Camp. We drive through natural veld with 16 Zimbabwe Blue ostriches as if in the wild.

• Safari Guides explain the natural breeding cycle of ostriches to you with an unmatched view of these big birds right next to you.

• You see the Ostrich nests and how these birds breed in nature. • Your Game Drive experience on the tractor also allows for great photo opportunities of the birds with the

beautiful mountains in the background • You disembark after your 25-minute ride and continue with second part of the walking tour. • Visit Incubator Room and see chicks hatching inside incubator – also get a real close and personal

perspective of chicks piping out by means of our “Spy-Camera” inside incubator onto big screen T.V.

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• See, touch and learn about Ostrich Leather. • See, touch and learn about all the different types of Ostrich Feathers and the Feather Boom of the early

1900’s. • Learn about Ostrich evolution and significance to past cultures. • We will show you the Kenyan Red Ostrich (weight 180Kg) • You will see the rare White Ostriches – unique and very special. • They will allow you the chance to feed the Ostriches. • Visit the Emu Camp with Australian Emu’s (2nd biggest bird in the world after ostriches) • Great photo opportunity while sitting/riding an Ostrich (Rules & Regulations apply) !

Explore the wine route for some wine tasting (Full day):!

!During this full day tour you will visit 3 international award winning wine farms. Wine-, cheese- and chocolate tasting are utterly charming ways to spend a full day. When paired with some of the most beautiful landscapes on earth, century old architecture and awe-inspiring food, it becomes one of Cape’s most beloved activities for visitors and locals alike. The magnificently beautiful region is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wine farms dating back to 1685. The wines of the Vineyards are largely cool climate offerings, so look out for world class Sauvignon Blancs, delightful reds and infamous sweet wine offerings. !

Take a cable car ride up to Table Mountain: $175/person:  

!The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is a state of the art cable car transportation system offering visitors a five-minute ride to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. It is one of Cape Town's most popular tourist attractions with approximately 900,000 people a year using the Cableway. In February 2016, the Cableway welcomed its 25 millionth visitor. The upper cable station in on the westernmost end of the Table Mountain plateau, at an elevation of 1,067 metres (3,501 ft). The upper cable station offers views over Cape Town, Table Bay and Robben Island to the north, and the Atlantic seaboard to the west and south. Amenities at the upper station include free guided walking tours, an audio tour, meals and internet access. !

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!Half day Waterfront Shopping Experience in Cape Town: $150/person:

!Situated at the foot of Table Mountain, within a stone's throw from the Cape Town Stadium and in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the V&A Waterfront offers the visitor an abundance of unforgettable experiences. Indoor shopping and entertainment venues seamlessly merge with ocean vistas and mountain views and the fresh sea breeze and warm African sun add zest to a cosmopolitan, vibrant atmosphere. More than 80 restaurants bring a fusion of international food, from rustic al fresco fish and chips to starched table-cloth cuisine.!!* This excursion can also be combined with the cable car ride up to Table Mountain!!

� !!Cape Town Waterfront Harbor and Sunset cruise: $185/person:!

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This is by far the most popular choice of cruising with our fast cruiser. The TIGGER 2 Royale. The Sunset Cruise will take you straight to Clifton 4th Beach, or depending on the weather on the day, to Table Bay. At the destination, you will get to enjoy and take in the scenic view while sipping on a glass of Method Cape Classic sparkling wine. Then we will slowly cruise back as the sun sets to the city lighting – a first class experience with Table Mountain and the 12 Apostles as an exquisite backdrop. This is definitely the cruise of choice for the more romantic at heart. !

Excellent freshwater and saltwater fishing: Price on request depending on type of fishing

!The freshwater and saltwater fishing are really good along the Cape coast line. There are So many options, so please tell us what type of fishing you would like to inquire about and we will be happy to give you more information.! !!Full day trip to Cape Agulhas which is the most Southern point of Africa. This is also

where the Indian and Atlantic ocean meets: $150/person !

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We begin the tour driving southeast on the N2 from Cape Town via Sir Lowry’s pass heading towards the Cape Overberg a region of rugged mountain ranges, picturesque vistas, rolling wheat and canola fields. At the top of Sir Lowry’s pass we stop for an opportunity of a picture shoot and a spectacular view of False Bay lying below.!The journey continues through the beautiful green, gold and brown citrus orchards of the overberg, further on at a Farm stall off the N2 we stop for some refreshments, thereafter our trip takes us through the small town of Caledon a town established in the 18th century to cater for travellers seeking relief and healing at the near by hot springs over the the past three centuries.!In Bredasdorp, we visit the Shipwreck museum home to striking visual displays and a fascinating collection of shipwreck artifacts and a treasure house of figureheads and lifeboats, porcelain, cannons, anchors, old bottles and coins from a number of European countries.!Before the Suez Canal was constructed a trade route between Western Europe and the East was established round the tip of Africa along the coastline of Cape Agulhas this part of the route proved to be treacherous for ships passing by resulting in it being named the graveyard of ships. In 1840 international pressure, especially from Eastern Cities and also from London resulted in the decision to establish a lighthouse at the foot of Africa which was later known as the Cape Agulhas light house.!!The light house which was styled on the famous Pharaohs light house of Alexander in Egypt, was initially powered by a candle- fueled from the fat of fat-tailed sheep of the area. In 1849 the candle powered light house shone for the first time. Today the beam has a range of thirty nautical miles and an intensity of 7500 000 candlepower.!The light house is about one kilometer from the southernmost tip of Africa.!Cape Agulhas is a must see, according to the Hydrographic Society this is where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet which is the most southern tip of Africa.!!After experiencing the southernmost tip of Africa we return to Cape Town via the town of Hermanus known as the (whale capital) and drive through the scenic Clarence drive. If time permits we visit the endangered African penguins at Stony Point !!

Helicopter flights over the ocean: $350/person for half hour:!

!These exhilarating helicopter flights have carefully been selected to show you the absolute best of the Garden Route, including the coastal plateau, rivers, ocean and coastal resorts, all adding to the natural splendour of this region. Also a great opportunity for viewing whales, great white sharks and frolicking dolphins as we fly along the Garden Route´s beautiful coastline. !!!

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Tandem paragliding over the Indian Ocean @ $285/person for 30 minutes

!See the Garden Route from a whole new perspective. Experience the magic of free flight with a Tandem Paragliding Flight in one of the most beautiful places in South Africa! !

Crocodile cage diving: $285/person:

!We have all heard of Shark Cage Diving, but now, in a world first the Garden Route offers a new form of an extreme and intense close encounter of the wildlife kind – Crocodile Cage Diving! On entering “Snapper Gorge”, visitors will cross over the diving pool via a suspension bridge while the 4 metre long Nile Crocodiles wait silently below for those brave enough to take a dip in their pool! To take part in this thrilling experience, you must be 14 years or older. You will be lowered into the clear water pool in a bite-proof cage, the Nile Crocodile has a bite pressure of over two tons per square inch, four times that of the Great White Shark. Once in the company of these ancient reptiles you can experience an up close and personal view of them in their natural habitat. Participants are kitted out with goggles and a snorkel and will leave with a photograph of their encounter underwater. This is not for the faint at heart, but it is an opportunity to have a unique and exciting story to tell to family and friends back home!