Adventure World Launches New Africa Collection and Releases Special Travel Deals

11 October 2011

From fly-in safaris and family friendly packages, to magical rail journeys, city stays and luxury escapes. From exploring the soaring sand dunes of Namibia and the plunging waters of Victoria Falls, to sipping cosmopolitans in Cape Town, tracking the Big Five on safari and spending the night under starlit skies in the African bush.

 
Leading New Zealand travel company, Adventure World, has just launched their latest collection of hand-picked, tailor-made journeys to South Africa, Botswana, East Africa, Mauritius, Reunion, Seychelles and Madagascar, which are showcased in the company’s new 119 page Africa 2012 brochure.
 
Designed specifically for New Zealand travellers who are seeking unique and memorable experiences, there are over 20 new itineraries to Africa on offer, including a slew of new wildlife adventures, family friendly journeys and luxury escapes.
 
New tours for wildlife fanatics wanting to get up close and personal with Africa’s famed wildlife include the 11 day Okavango Wildlife Safari in Botswana - a stunning safari priced from $3199* that combines time spent onboard a houseboat in the Okavango Panhandle with a camping safari through the Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park; the Mana Canoe Trail tour, a thrilling 4 day canoeing adventure priced from $1540* that travels along the mighty Zambezi River past thousands of hippos and elephants; the 7 day fully guided Makutsi Walking Safari, priced from $1949* that allows travellers to get closer to nature than ever before; a one day Cheetah Wildlife Tour, priced from $221*, and the compact 3 day Kruger Wildlife Escape safari package priced from $1155*, that is perfect for those who are short on time. 
 
New on the menu for families wanting to discover the many wonders Africa has to offer are the Intrepid Explorer Family Safari and Junior Ranger Safari tours. Priced from $3740*, the Intrepid Explorer Family Safari showcases the best of Kenya, with lots of family fun and educational activities included in the itinerary. Travelling in an exclusive 4WD vehicle with a specially selected driver, the 8 day independent Junior Ranger Safari tour in Tanzania offers a truly authentic and enriching experience for families. With opportunities to visit and interact with local tribesman and incredible game viewing on offer, this tour travels from Kilimanjaro to the Serengeti, and is priced from $4640*.
 
In Ethiopia – a country rich in history and filled with remote and wild places– Adventure World has launched two exciting new tours: the stunning 7 day Historic Route By Air package, which is priced from $3705*, and the 11 day Omo Valley Cultural Safari tour, priced from $3739*, which journeys off the beaten track to the unspoilt villages and markets of Southern Ethiopia, offering and extraordinary insight into the ancient tribal way of life.
 
Other exciting new tours showcased in Adventure World’s new Africa brochure include the comprehensive 15 Day South African Essentials group tour, priced from $3,200* which showcases all of South Africa’s major highlights; the luxury 7 day Botswana with Sanctuary Retreats package, priced from $6590* which combines travel to two of the most important game viewing areas in Botswana (Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park) with stays in lavish tended camps and a luxury lodge; and the 3 day Sossusvlei by Road package, exploring the incredible rust-red sand dunes and huge clay pan of the Namib Desert, that is priced from $805*.
 
For those looking to give something back on their next holiday, Adventure World has also released a new two-week long volunteer tour in South Africa, working with children in a village orphanage just outside of Cape Town. Priced from $2200*, the programme - which sees travellers assisting with childcare and educational activities in a township orphanage - is operated by Global Vision International, who run responsible volunteering programmes in over 40 countries worldwide.
 
A selection of new city stay, sightseeing add-ons and accommodation options - including packages staying at the luxurious and intimate Ngoma Safari Lodge in Botswana and at the unique Hoyo-Hoyo Tsonga Lodge in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, which is comprised of six luxurious “beehive” suites - have also have been added to Adventure World’s extensive offerings for Africa.
 
To celebrate the release of their new Africa itineraries and brochure, Adventure World is offering travellers special discounts on some of their most popular tours and packages to Africa, including:
 
** South Africa: Makutsi Safari Springs **
7 Days / 6 nights from $1825*pp – Was $2075pp
 
Save $250 per person on Adventure World’s most popular South African Safari package, which is priced from $1825*pp when booked before October 31, 2011.
 
Perfect for families, highlights of this 7 day tour of the Kruger and Drakensberg regions include embarking on three game drives, searching for the Big Five in Kruger National Park, exploring the panoramic Blyde River Canyon and a visit to a local village.
 
* Terms & Conditions apply. Available for travel 15 January – 31 March & 15 April – 30 May 2012. Price includes 6 nights accommodation, most meals, bottle of wine on arrival, game drives, a Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon excursion, a tribal village visit and return transfers from Hoedspruit or Phalaborwa airports.
 
** Tanzania: Luxury Tanzania Fly-in Safari **
7 Days / 6 Nights from $6289*pp save $1141*pp
 
Encompassing a blend of elegant living with breathtaking vistas, this luxury journey visits the incredible wildlife areas of the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, where over two million herbivores cross in their annual migration from Kenya.
 
Staying in luxury lodges and travelling from each location via plane, this unforgettable safari is priced from $6289*pp when booked before October 31, 2011 (which represents a savings of $1141*pp).
 
* Terms & Conditions apply.
 
** Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls **
3 Days / 2 Nights from $365*pp - Save $75*pp
 
Discover the greatest falls in Africa and a natural wonder of the world, Victoria Falls, and enjoy a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River, with Adventure World’s three day Victoria Falls package.
Priced from $365*pp when booked before 31 October 2011, priced includes 2 nights accommodation, a guided tour of Victoria Falls, a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River and return airport transfers.
* Terms & Conditions apply.
 
Adventure World’s new Africa brochure, which showcases their comprehensive selection of unique adventure holidays, overland and small group safaris, city tours, sightseeing and accommodation packages to Africa and beyond, can be viewed online at www.adventureworld.co.nz
 
To find out more about Adventure World’s latest offerings to Africa or to book one of their tours visit www.adventureworld.co.nz or call 0800 465 432.
 
* Terms & Conditions apply. All prices are per person, twin share.
 
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About Adventure World
For over 25 years, Adventure World has been crafting unique and inspiring holidays for New Zealanders to some of the most beautiful and exotic places in the world.
 
With first hand destination knowledge, and impeccable attention to detail, Adventure World is constantly sourcing new and unique “hand-picked” travel options to take travellers on the paths less travelled for a truly personal and rewarding holiday experience.
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