South African Cricket Safari
South Africa has emerged from the world's sporting wilderness to reassert itself as a Cricketing powerhouse. Never far from the top of the rankings the Proteas always provide an intimidating challenge for visiting cricket nations. The cricket is tough and hard fought but the atmosphere and location are as welcoming as anywhere in the world.
***THIS IS A SAMPLE ITINERARY FROM THE 2009 TOUR***
The 15 day tour will take in two tests and also have time to visit the Kruger National Park for 'Big Game' drives as well as Table Mountain in stunning Cape Town. An 8 day add on will be available for more cricket including a pulsating Pro20 match at the “Bull Ring” Wanderers Ground in Johannesburg
Global Drift will provide a no frills tour schedule with options for golf, game drives and sightseeing to be taken up on the tour as desired. This will keep the price down and allow greater flexibility for pursuit of personal interests
| 15 Day Itinerary | ||
| Departure: | Oct 2011 | Dates To Be Advised |
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| Price: | (Click here to inquire) | An accommodation upgrade is available on request |
| Plus Local Payment: | USD$300 | (What is this?) |
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The 15 day itinerary covers the Durban at Kingsmead and Cape Town at Newlands tests. An 8 day add on will be available to cover more time in Cape Town as well as the Pro20 game at the Wanderers in Johannesburg. (SEE ADD ON TOUR PRICE BELOW) |
Day 1 - Sat 7th March - Arrive Durban Arrival day (no activities planned) Day 2 - Durban Transfer to Kingsmead Oval and enjoy Day 3 of the Second Test between Australia and South Africa Day 3 - Durban Transfer to Kingsmead Oval and enjoy Day 4 of the Second Test Day 4 - Durban Transfer to Kingsmead Oval and enjoy Day 5 of the Second Test Day 5 - Durban to Didima Camp We depart by coach and travel via Pietermaritzburg and the Howick Falls to the Drakensberg Mountains. We overnight at Didima Camp which has stunning views of the mountains. We spend the afternoon just relaxing or you may try your hand at trout fishing. There is also a golf course nearby Day 6 - Didima Camp to Johannesburg After breakfast we drive to Johannesburg. We are planning a social cricket match with a local college team followed by a get together to celebrate our win (?) A possible afternoon visit to the Wanderers Cricket Ground Day 7 - Johannesburg to Kruger National Park On to the Tambo (Johannesburg) International Airport and fly to Mpumulanga. We will enjoy 4 nights in the Kruger National Park at 2 different camp locations. We enjoy an afternoon game drive in an open landrover Day 8 - Kruger National Park 2 game drives are planned. There is also some excellent golf options nearby to combine your interests. Read up on the penalties for hitting a hippo (stroke and distance?) Day 9-10 - Kruger National Park Game drives, golf and relaxation are available for you to enjoy Day 11 - Kruger National Park to Cape Town We fly to Cape Town and transfer to our Hotel. Dinner out tonight sets us for a wonderful stay in this beautiful city Day 12 - Cape Town A free day for sightseeing. We will hope to visit Table Mountain with stunning views as well as a trip to Robben Island prison home to Nelson Mandela for many years Day 13 - Cape Town Transfer to Newlands and enjoy Day 1 of the Third Test Day 14 - Cape Town Transfer to Newlands and enjoy Day 2 of the Third Test Day 15 - Sat 21st March - Cape Town If you have an evening connection you can enjoy Day 3 of the Third Test before departing 8 DAY ADD ON TOUR ITINERARY - Price: AUD$TBA No local payment is required for the add on tour Day 1 - Sat 21st March - Cape Town Transfer to Newlands and enjoy Day 3 of the Third Test Day 2 - Cape Town Transfer to Newlands and enjoy Day 4 of the Third Test Day 3 - Cape Town Transfer to Newlands and enjoy Day 5 of the Third Test Day 4 - Cape Town A free day for sightseeing. An option will be a daytrip to the wineland country near Franschoek Day 5 - Cape Town to Johannesburg We enjoy a final morning in Cape Town before a short flight to Johannesburg Day 6 - Johannesburg A full days sightseeing is planned with visits to the Apartheid Museum and a tour of the Soweto Township. An interesting day with options for golf available as well Day 7 - Johannesburg Today we transfer to the “Bull Ring”, the Wanderers Stadium for the Pro20 cricket match. Bring your earplugs as this stadium heaves with atmosphere, colour and excitement Day 8 - Sat 28th March - Depart Johannesburg Departure day |
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Trip Options
| Single Travellers: | (Click here to inquire) | Details |
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| Extra Accommodation: | (Click here to inquire) Single | Details |
| (Click here to inquire) Double |
*The tours offered will be a 2 test 15 day schedule (Durban and Cape Town) with an additional 8 day add on (for additional days in Cape Town and Pro20 in Johannesburg). You may request variations on this theme and Global Drift will advise you of your options
**Global Drift will provide a “Code of Conduct” document to be attached to your tour schedule which you will need to read and sign. Representing Australia abroad we are committed to a fun and enjoyable tour not at the expense of common courtesy and mutual respect
***Global Drift will make available accommodation and tickets for the first 2 days of the Durban Test for any persons who wish to arrive early to see the cricket