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Waterberg Safari + Mauritius
SRW10J

10 NIGHTS
FROM $1,956
International flights quoted separately
This malaria free beach safari combines game viewing in the beautiful Waterberg Mountains of South Africa, only 2-hours from Johannesburg, with a wonderful beach holiday relaxing on the warm and friendly Indian Ocean Island of Mauritius, with outstanding beaches, water sports, food and all-inclusive packages. Ideal for families and also for romance.
HIGHLIGHTS
Malaria Free Safari Holidays Malaria Free Child Friendly Safaris Family Safaris Mauritius Beach Safari Holiday
• Waterberg • Game Drives • Night Drives • Big-5
• Mauritius • Beaches • Luxury Spa • Snorkelling
• Scuba Diving • Fishing
Day 1
You will be met at Johannesburg Airport and transferred 3.5-hours to the beautiful malaria-free Waterberg Mountains, a UNESCO biosphere renowned for its diversity of plant and bird life.
 
After checking into your lodge, enjoy a safari in your Private Game Reserve where game viewing opportunities should present themselves almost immediately. Hope to see several species of antelope, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe and numerous other plains game before dining under the stars!
Days 2 To 3
Today is devoted to game viewing in your Private Game Reserve and/or neighbouring Big-5 Game Reserve Note: open top game drives are optional extras, if not included in your lodge package (see hotel details below).
 
Rise early to take advantage of the best game viewing conditions of the day, and enjoy a thrilling  safari with the opportunity to search for all the Big 5. With numerous different species of mammals and reptiles in the game reserves, you can hope to see lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, eland, kudu, hippo, crocodiles, sable antelope, waterbuck, warthogs, baboons and much more. Cheetah & leopard are occasionally seen and outstanding bird watching is guaranteed.
  
After a beautiful African sunset, enjoy the balmy evening and pristine stars of the Milky Way as you have never seen them before – as well as the spectacular Southern Cross.
 
Most lodges do not allow children < 6 on open top game drives
Day 4
Transfer 3.5-hours to Johannesburg Airport for your onward flight.

You will be met at Mauritius Airport and transferred 1-hour to your beach resort.
 
Check in to your hotel, settle in and relax on this wonderfully warm Indian Ocean island, surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters and coral reefs.
Days 5 To 10
Relax and unwind on the white sandy beaches of Mauritius, as you treat yourself to fine food and wonderful entertainment. Enjoy lazy days swimming and snorkelling in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or relax on the beach or beside the swimming pool whilst enjoying the many facilities of your luxury resort hotel.
  
Activities vary by resort, but are likely to include:
    •  Sailing & Canoeing
    •  Water Skiing
    •  Wind Surfing
    •  Beach Volley Ball
    •  Tennis Courts
    •  Table Tennis
    •  Water Polo
    •  Gym & Spa
  
Full day Catamaran cruises are very popular for dolphin watching, as well as glass-bottom boats to view the tropical fish and coral reefs that surround the island. Day Tours include visits to Grand Baie, with its pubs and nightlife and the capital city of Port Louis, where you must expect to bargain vigorously! Also day trips to the south and east of the island.
  
Golf and Horse Riding are nearby, as well as the opportunity to hire a bicycle to explore the island at your own pace. Mauritius also offers wonderful Scuba Diving, with fully equipped dive centres offering a variety of PADI courses. If you have never tried it before, these clear calm waters offer an ideal location in which to learn to scuba. Deep Sea Fishing for giant marlin or reef fishing for giant trevally also offer thrilling activities.
 
With its warm tropical weather all year-round, magnificent hotels and wonderful hospitality, Mauritius offers a welcoming and vibrant Indian Ocean Island experience.
Day 11
Transfer 1-hour to Mauritius Airport for your flight home.