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Green Route Destinations Overview
1. OUR DESTINATIONS “ GREEN ROUTE TAKES YOU TO 6 INCREDIBLE DESTINATIONS, TAILOR MADE TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS.” • Mozambique • Kenya • Botswana • Zimbabwe - Victoria Falls • Zambia - Livingstone • South Africa - Sun City - Safari - Cape Town & Winelands next slide
2. CAPE TOWN & WINELANDS “ THERE IS NOWHERE LIKE CAPE TOWN! PERCHED BETWEEN THE OCEAN AND THE MOUNTAIN, WITH A NATIONAL PARK AS ITS HEART, IT’S A PLACE TO RENEW AND RECONNECT.” next slide return to menu
3. CAPE TOWN – FAST FACTS • Acclaimed as one of the world’s most beautiful cities – the jewel of the African crown! • Among the top 3 cities in the world for long-haul incentive travel • Flight Access : Direct to Cape Town International Airport or via OR Tambo (Johannesburg) • Best Time to Travel: October to May • Currency: Rands – ZAR (1GPB = 12ZAR / 1Euro = 11ZAR) • Area: 300 sq/km • Population: 3.98m • Time Zone: GMT+2 / UTC+2 • Summer : Oct – Apr | Winter: May – Sept (Mediterranean climate with winter rainfall) next slide
4. CAPE TOWN – HIGHLIGHTS • Table Mountain – the world’s only heritage site surrounded by a city • The Winelands – hundreds of idyllic wine estates, the earliest dating back to 1652 • Cape Point – the tip of Africa and home to the Cape of Storms • Historical Landmarks – from Robben Island to the Cape Town Castle • V&A Waterfront – gateway to fine dining and quality shopping • Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens – one of the finest plant collections in the world • World class conferencing and events facilities • Interesting opportunities for culturally diverse interactions • Large variety of adventure and team building activities next slide
5. CAPE TOWN – MAGIC MOMENTS • Sunset cocktails on a private hilltop • “ Meet the People” cultural township tours • Whale watching and communing with Penguins • Transfers with a difference – vintage cars, Harley Davidson's, double-decker bus • “ Blind” wine tasting competitions • Remote beach picnics • High speed adventure and water sport activities • Self-drive “treasure hunts” • Fun Sailing regattas in Table Bay harbour • Following the ‘Long Walk to Freedom’ – visit Robben Island next slide
6. SAFARI “ AFRICAN SAFARIS ARE WITHOUT DOUBT THE MOST SOUL ENRICHING EXPERIENCE ONE CAN HAVE IN A LIFETIME. “ next slide return to menu
7. SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI – FAST FACTS • Over 20 National Game Parks, 3 Trans-Frontier Parks and many luxurious Private Reserves • Mpumalanga: Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands and Timbavati Private Game Reserves • KwaZulu Natal: Phinda Private Game Reserve, Hluhluwe-Umfolozi National Park • North West Province: Madikwe Game Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park (Sun City) • Eastern Cape: Addo Elephant Park • Western Cape: Gondwona, Bushmanskloof Nature Reserve • Access: Direct to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) plus Domestic Flight, Charter Flight and/or Road Transfers • Best Time to Travel: Spring / Autumn • Time Zone: GMT+2 / UTC+2 • Summer: Oct – Apr l Winter: May – Sept (summer rainfall areas) next slide
8. SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI – HIGHLIGHTS • The Big 5 (Buffalo, Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhino) • A true African experience • Easy access • Very exclusive • Unique dining venues • Adventure activities • Total relaxation next slide
9. SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARI – MAGIC MOMENTS • Early morning and ‘night eyes’ game drives • Guided tracking, horse riding and bush walking trips • Bird watching and wildlife photography sessions • Scenic flights (by microlight, helicopter, paraglider or hot air balloon) • Sundowner bush cocktails during your game drives • Pre-dinner drinks and drumming in a reed Boma • Magical Bush Dinners under the African nights skies • Tribal entertainment – drummers, warrior dancers and singers around the camp fire • Star gazing with African liqueurs next slide
10. SUN CITY “ SUN CITY IS UNIQUE IN THE CONTEXT OF WORLD RESORTS, WITH A COMBINATION OF FEATURES UNMATCHED ELSEWHERE, INCLUDING TOP-QUALITY HOTELS AND MAGNIFICENT SPORTING AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES.” next slide return to menu
11. SUN CITY – FAST FACTS • So much to do on one unique property! • Sun International 5 Star Hotels: Palace of the Lost City (338 rooms) / Cascades (243 rooms) • 30 Dining and bar venues • Close to Pilanesberg National Park • Malaria free area • Access: 1.5 hour charter flight from Johannesburg plus 20 min coach transfer to hotels • Best time to travel: Spring and Summer • Time Zone: GMT+2 / UTC+2 • Summer: Oct – Apr l Winter: May – Sept (summer rainfall area) next slide
12. SUN CITY – HIGHLIGHTS • Luxury 5 star accommodation in the middle of the African bush • World renowned golf courses • Wildlife, culture, water sports, casino, entertainment – a place that never sleeps! • Easy Access • Great climate all year round • Unique venues • Team building and adventure activities • Great variety of conferencing facilities next slide
13. SUN CITY – MAGIC MOMENTS • African Boma BBQ dinner with traditional entertainment • Fun casino competitions– slots, roulette, blackjack and more • Rock n roll beach party and fun rides at the Valley of the Waves • Exciting “safari” rallies – game drives, bird sanctuary, elephant sanctuary, crocodile park • Early morning hot air ballooning with champagne breakfast • “ Mini Olympics” including tennis, squash, cycling , horse-riding, volleyball, golf and more • Relaxing picnic lunch on the lush lawns at Waterworld • “ Wet n wild” water sports on jet skis, windsurfers, water skis, banana boats or paddle boats • Endless entertainment – cabaret extravaganza , “carnival” games, nightclub, live music next slide
14. BOTSWANA “ THE BEAUTY OF BOTSWANA IS FOUND IN ITS LAND FORMATIONS, WILDERNESS, WILDLIFE AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY. A VISIT TO BOTSWANA OFFERS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO WITNESS BIRDS AND WILDLIFE IN THEIR NATURAL STATE.” next slide return to menu
15. BOTSWANA – FAST FACTS • Botswana is renowned for its environmental complexity and contrasts • Attractions: Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Kalahari Desert • Chobe Access: Direct flight from Johannesburg to Kasane or via Livingstone (Zambia) • Best time to travel: June to October • Currency: Botswana Pula – BWP (Foreign currency accepted at major hotels) • Area: 600,370 sq/km • Population: 1.8m • Time Zone: GMT+2/UTC +2 • Summer: Nov – Mar l Winter: Apr – Oct (summer rainfall area) next slide
16. BOTSWANA – HIGHLIGHTS • Unsurpassed game viewing – guided walks, river cruises, safari game drives • Prolific elephant herds • “ Big 5” game • 112 mammals • Birder’s paradise • 5 Star accommodation facilities • Combines conveniently with a trip to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and Livingstone (Zambia) next slide
17. BOTSWANA – MAGIC MOMENTS • Touch 4 countries in one day – Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana and Namibia • Tackle Tigerfish in the Mamboya rapids • Paddle a “makoro” dugout on the quiet backwaters of the Chobe River • Embrace a 2000 year old baobab tree on a visit to a cultural village • De-stress and pamper yourself with a plethora of indulgent spa treatments • Tee off for a round of golf in the most unlikely of places • Enjoy a sightseeing cruise to Sedudu Island, submerged for several months of the year next slide
18. MOZAMBIQUE “ MOZAMBIQUE IS AN ENTICING INTERNATIONAL INCENTIVE DESTINATION OFFERING MANY POSSIBILITIES.” next slide return to menu
19. MOZAMBIQUE – FAST FACTS • Attractions: Maputo, Vilanculos and the Bazaruto Archipelago • Access: Via OR Tambo International (Johannesburg) or Kruger Mpumalanga International To Maputo International Airport or Vilanculos Airport (approx. 2 hours) • Best time to travel: April to October • Currency: New Metical – MZN (GPB, Euros and ZAR also accepted at hotels) • Area: 801,590 sq/km • Population: 21.5m • Time Zone: GMT+2 / UTC+2 • Summer: Oct - Apr l Winter: Apr – Oct (sub-tropical summer rainfall area) next slide
20. MOZAMBIQUE – HIGHLIGHTS • Mozambique is renowned for its abundance of flora, birds and marine life and its pristine beaches and coral reefs • 4 and 5 Star accommodation options • Big game fishing – kingfish, tuna and marlin amongst others • Variety of water sports – scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing • Abundant adventure activities – sand boarding, quad biking, horse-riding • Delicious cuisine with African, Indian, Middle Eastern, Spanish and Portuguese influences • Sumptuous seafood delights including the world famous “peri peri” prawns next slide
21. MOZAMBIQUE – MAGIC MOMENTS • Take a thrilling night dive to see what comes out after sundown • Sip sundowners on board a traditional dhow boat • Witness the endangered leatherback turtle laying her eggs in the sand • Snorkel with whale sharks and manta rays • Dive with the gentle, highly endangered dugong • Visit local communities involved with the implementation of sustainable principles • Enjoy a relaxing beach picnic on a deserted island next slide
22. LIVINGSTONE, ZAMBIA “ WITH WORLD CLASS HOTELS, A PLETHORA OF ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES AND THE DRAWCARD OF SAFARI ON YOUR DOORSTEP, LIVINGSTONE IS A MUST SEE DESTINATION!” next slide return to menu
23. LIVINGSTONE – FAST FACTS • Within easy access of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and Chobe National Park (Botswana) • Large choice of top-quality hotels, lodges and conferencing facilities • Access: Via Johannesburg (OR Tambo) to Livingstone Airport (90 minutes flying time) • Best time to travel: March to May and September to November • Currency: Zambian Kwacha – ZMK (USD currency and traveller’s cheques) • Area: 752,614 sq/km • Population: 11.7m • Time Zone: GMT+2 / UTC+2 • Summer: Sept – Nov (hot, dry) l Rainy season: Dec – Apr l Winter : May – Sept (cool, dry) next slide
24. LIVINGSTONE – HIGHLIGHTS • Visit Victoria Falls located just 10km away • Big 5 game viewing – game drives, elephant back rides, horse trails, lion encounters • Unique dining venues • World class cuisine created with African flair • Adrenalin fueled adventure activities • Total relaxation • Cultural visits – Livingstone Museum and Makuni Village • Crafts and curios – Maramba Market next slide
25. LIVINGSTONE – MAGIC MOMENTS • Bungee jump into the chasm of the Falls • Take an exhilarating “Flight of the Angels” helicopter flip • Experience wildlife from the back of an elephant • Canoe your way to Livingstone Island for a relaxing picnic lunch • Enjoy an exciting sunset bridge run over the Falls on a vintage steam train • Sip African sundowners on board the Lady Livingstone river cruiser • Join the tribal dancers around the camp fire during an African “fancy dress “dinner • Make memories with a magical gala dinner under starlit African skies next slide
26. VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE “ VICTORIA FALLS HAS ALWAYS BEEN ONE OF THE MOST POWERFUL ADVENTURE DESTINATIONS ON THE PLANET!” next slide return to menu
27. VICTORIA FALLS – FAST FACTS • A World Heritage site and premier incentive destination in Africa • Incentive travel to this region originally pioneered by Green Route in 1992 • Access: Connections to Victoria Falls via Johannesburg, Windhoek, Harare and Livingstone • Best time to travel: March to May and September to November • Currency: Zimbabwe Dollar – ZWD (US Dollar currency preferred) • Area: 390,580 sq/km • Population: 11.3m • Time Zone: GMT+2 / UTC+2 • Summer: Oct – Apr l Winter: May – Oct (summer rainfall area, winter peak season)
28. VICTORIA FALLS – HIGHLIGHTS • The majestic Victoria Falls – “the smoke that thunders” (April to July) • Variety of luxurious accommodation options • Fantastic array of dining and function venues for groups • Adrenalin activities and water sports • Abundant wildlife experiences • African wellness opportunities • Retail therapy in Victoria Falls town • Unique cultural experiences
29. VICTORIA FALLS – MAGIC MOMENTS • Walk with lions – trail the undisputed kings of the bush up close • Savour an “Out of Africa” bush breakfast on board a steam train • Enjoy a traditional high tea on the lawns of the “Raffles-style” Victoria Falls Hotel • Watch waterbuck cross the 18 hole championship golf course before playing through • Visit Botswana for a day to experience the Chobe National Park • Land the “big one” on a tiger fishing excursion • Take a thrilling, high speed power boat ride on the Zambezi • Feast on delectable Zimbabwean dishes in an open air Boma • Tap to tribal beats with interactive drumming and cultural dances
30. KENYA “ KENYA IS A COUNTRY OF ABUNDANT WILDLIFE, DIVERSE LANDSCAPES, STRONG CULTURE, COMPLEX HISTORY AND FRIENDLY, WELCOMING PEOPLE.” next slide return to menu
31. KENYA – FAST FACTS • Safari Attractions: Masai Mara, Rift Valley, Mount Kenya, Amboseli, Tsavo, Samburu • Coastal Attractions: Mombasa, Shanzu, Diani , Malindi, Watamu, Lamu Archipelago • Access: Direct international flights to Nairobi or Mombasa/ daily domestic & charter flights • Best time to travel: Masai Mara – July to Oct (migration) / Jan to Feb (hot, dry months) Mombasa – August to April • Currency: Kenyan Shilling – KES (USD & GBP currency & traveller’s cheques recommended) • Area: 582,650 sq/km • Population: 38m • Time Zones: GMT+3 / UTC:+3 • Short Rains: Oct – Dec l Long Rains: Mar – June l Dry Period: Jan – Feb next slide
32. KENYA – HIGHLIGHTS • Fantastic opportunities to incorporate “sea” and “safari” elements into your trip • Exclusive bush camps and luxurious coastal resorts • The awe-inspiring spectacle of the Great Migration • Meet the Masai people • Game drives and bush walks across the savannah grasslands • Water sports and fun activities • Historic and cultural tours of coastal towns • Visits to the Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre and Karen Blixen Museum in Nairobi next slide
33. KENYA – MAGIC MOMENTS • Enjoy an exciting aerial view of the migration masses from a hot air balloon • Learn about the local ecology on a bush walk guided by Masai warriors • Adopt an orphaned elephant so that it can be reintroduced to the wild • Enjoy a sumptuous Swahili beach dinner under the stars • Sample exotic meats from the fire pit of Nairobi’s famous “Carnivore Restaurant” • Explore the streets of Mombasa Old Town, unchanged in over 400 years • Learn to sail a traditional dhow boat • Scuba dive or snorkel with tantalising Indian Ocean marine life end show return to menu