Extreme Adventures - South Africa

Extreme Adventures Difficulty Rating System

4 - SEVERE: These programs take place in the most inhospitable places on earth and entail prolonged strenuous activity. Superior physical and mental condition is required to participate.
3 - DEMANDING: These programs take place in remote environments or require prolonged activity such as rafting, horseback riding and hiking. Participants should be in good physical condition and able to "rough it" for long periods.
2 - MODERATE: These programs take place in environments with potentially extreme temperatures, and may include light physical activity.
1 - MILD: These programs make no physical demands on the participant.

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Environment & Conditions

difficulty 4 3 2 [ 1 - mild ]
Temperatures of 60-77° F
Altitudes above 3,500 feet
Good physical condition required
Hiking, camping
Latitude 0° 01' N
Longitude 32° 27' E

Travel Facts

Country Name

South Africa

Capital

Pretoria (executive)Bloemfontein (judicial)Cape Town (legislative)

Coordinates

29 00 S, 24 00 E

Area

Total: 1,219,912 sq km
Land: 1,219,912 sq km
Water: 0 sq km

Elevation Extremes

Low: Atlantic Ocean 0 m
High: Njesuthi 3,408 m

Population

48,600,000

Demonym

South African

Climate

Month	High	Low	Rain
Jan	77	63	0.60
Feb	78	63	0.60
Mar	76	60	0.80
Apr	72	56	1.60
May	67	52	2.70
Jun	64	48	3.70
Jul	62	47	3.30
Aug	63	48	3.00
Sep	65	51	1.60
Oct	69	54	0.10
Nov	72	58	0.00
Dec	75	61	0.70

Time Zone

SAST (UTC+2)

Currency

South African rand (ZAR)

Voltage

220/230 V; Plug M

Calling Code

+27

I would never have noticed him but for a small twitch of his spotted tail. As he peered down from the tree with piercing yellow eyes, my heart pounded: I'd waited a long time to see a leopard.

Expedition Log: Day 2

The leopard leaps from the ground to a low-standing branch, the antelope still clenched in its jaws. Soon it is perched well above the plain, oblivious to our presence, enjoying a late afternoon feast. With our binoculars, the great cat seems only an arm's length away; with our cameras, we record every instant of this incredible encounter.

Expedition Timeline

Day 1
Johannesburg / Singita Private Game Reserve: Depart Johannesburg for a short flight to Singita Private Game Reserve, and transfer to the posh Singita Boulders Lodge, your base for the next three nights. Set out on an evening game drive, or simply relax and enjoy the surrounding wilderness. A health spa, pool and wine cellar are also at your disposal.
Days 2 - 3
Singita Private Game Reserve: Herds of buffalo and elephant, prides of lion, leopard and antelope inhabit the Singita Private Game Reserve's 45,000 acres, located in the Sabi Sand Reserve. You explore and view game via several options: in an open game-drive vehicle, by safari treks on foot, or by observing from the wooden deck of your private suite.
Day 4
Singita / Johannesburg: Rise early for a final game drive before departing your safari camp. Fly from Singita to Johannesburg for the journey home.

Departure Dates & Pricing

Price Per Person - Option 1

2009:US $6,800
2008:US $5,560

Price Per Person - Option 2

2009:US $6,390
2008:US $5,195

Single Supplement

2009:US $2,065
2008:US $1,320

Regional Air

2009:US $920
2008:US $735

Available when purchased with Seeking the Ultimate Thrill or River & Horse Trails

Alternate Departure Dates can be arranged. Prices are subject to change.