Dear TravellerSouth Africa has long been high up on most travellers' wish lists, including myown. I visited most recently to enjoy thesuperb food and wine in Cape Town and go diving with great white sharks. Many countries claim to offer the travellereverything. South Africa is one of the fewthat has a genuine case - beautiful sceneryand coastlines, friendly people, incrediblewildlife and some fascinating history.Unlike much of the rest of Africa, it is easyto self-drive around the country, whichreally adds to its appeal, giving travellers as much independence as they wish. Places like the Cape and Kruger need little introduction, but there are plenty ofopportunities to take a step off the beatentrack. Why not consider a few days walking in the Drakensberg Mountains, or unwinding on a remote beach on theElephant Coast? South Africa has adeserved reputation for its outstanding gamereserves and national parks, and safari herecomes highly recommended, not least becauseof the quality of the guides.Our team of specialists have travelled allover the country and have carefully chosenthe best guesthouses, safari lodges andexcursions to ensure you have anunforgettable trip, whether this is your firstor fifth visit. They are absolutely passionateabout the wonderful experiences you canhave in South Africa, and would love tochat through your ideas or answer anyquestions you might have. I hope thisbrochure inspires you and helps you to planyour next adventure there.Craig BurkinshawManaging Director

ContentsIntroduction2-7TheCapeRegion8-19CapeTown10-11Railjourneys18TheGardenRoute &EasternCape20-29Self-driving30-31KwaZuluNatal32-41TheBattlefields36-37Kruger&theEscarpment42-49Madikwe&theNorth50-51TravelbeyondSouthAfrica52-54Useful information55Tailor-made journeysThe beauty of tailor-made travel is that every tripis unique. Whether you want to stay in simple orluxurious accommodation, have great guides onhand or explore under your own steam, travel forone week or five, we can create a trip to matchyour tastes and budget. We can also design tripsfor a special occasion, where added touches canchange an adventurous journey into a spectacularhoneymoon, anniversary or birthday celebration.Your trip can be tailored to suit your particularinterests, such as wildlife, photography or diving,and we have the specialist knowledge to match.Throughout the brochure you will find suggesteditineraries and some of our favourite places tostay. These are included purely to offer inspirationand give you a flavour of what is possible, as eachjourney is created individually to give you theopportunity to experience a destination in exactlythe way you choose.Specialist knowledgeOur South Africa specialists have all travelledextensively throughout the region and in manycases lived there, so you can rely on theirextensive first-hand knowledge. They regularlyreturn to see the accommodation, meet guidesand lodge owners - many of whom are firmfriends - experience all the excursions andactivities, and keep up-to-date with localdevelopments. They pride themselves on havingan honest 'tell it how it is' approach to planningyour trip and, as well as their own extensiveknowledge, are able to draw on the considerablecollective experience of their colleagues. Webelieve this approach is unique to Audley and theonly way we can genuinely offer you a tailor-made service.Financial securityAll travel arrangements in this brochure thatinclude a flight are ATOL protected by the CivilAviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 4817.Please see our booking conditions for moreinformation. If your arrangements do not includeany flights from the UK, they are protected by aseparate financial scheme, for further detailsplease visit www.audleytravel.com/protectIntroducing AudleyAfter developing a real passion for travel in the early 1990s Craig Burkinshaw founded Audley, or Asian Journeys as we were then called. Craig wanted to make it possible forothers to share the same experiences and, from these small beginnings, the company was born.Audley offered a new type of travel - individual journeys, designed to match the traveller'sinterests, tastes and budget, created with an absolute commitment to quality, authenticity and a passion for travel. Today Audley is one of the UK's most highly regarded specialist touroperators, providing tailor-made trips throughout Asia, Africa, the Middle East, LatinAmerica, Australasia, Antarctica and the Arctic, Canada and Alaska.Planning your tripOnce you have some ideas for your trip, or if you just want some general guidance, call one ofour South Africa specialists on 01993 838 550.They can offer advice and discuss your plans with you, before creating a detailed itinerary,which will be forwarded to you together withmaps, accommodation information, colourphotographs and a price. Your specialist can then continue to refine theplans until you are completely satisfied. They willbe on hand from the start of the planning processto your return home and are always available toanswer questions and offer sound advice.Spring flowers, Oudtshoorn