Dear Travellers, If there is one thing we know about you, it is that you do not travel just to tick a destination off a list. You travel to feel something that stops you in your tracks. To come back home a little different from when you left!
So here is what we want you to imagine. You wake up before sunrise, step into a safari jeep with your group, and feel the African bush come alive around you. The ground trembles as a herd of elephants crosses your path. The air carries the distant rumble of a lion, close enough to feel it in your chest. The morning birds are so loud, so layered, so alive- a symphony that no recording could ever do justice to. Now imagine doing all of that with a group of people who truly get it. Where accessibility isn't an afterthought, it is the entire plan. >From *July 20th to 28th,* we will take you on this amazing journey through the *South African* jungles in an inclusive group where each and everybody is welcome, regardless of their accessibility needs. A daywise itinerary is below for your reference - *DAY 1:* A warm welcome awaits you at the airport, and the group will be transferred to the hotel at Umhlanga, close to the warm Indian Ocean. *DAY 2:* Durban City Tour passing the Moses Madiba football stadium and then visiting the colourful beachfront African markets. The group then visits the Apartheid Museum with audio presentations of history, and the Durban Botanical Gardens with trees such as the Rainbow Tree and the Elephant Foot Tree. *DAY 3:* Head out to the great African safari to the Isimangaliso Wetland Park, which includes Hluhluwe Game Reserve, South Africa’s second-largest Big Five Game Reserve. Also, visit a Traditional Zulu Village where you will learn about the African Zulu Tribe. *DAY 4:* Embark on the leisurely game drives to all areas of Hluhluwe Game Reserve. Learn about the various species of birds and animals roaming around you, including Black Rhino, Nyala, Kudu, Hippo, Crocodile, Red Duiker, and many more. You may also spot lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, and other predators. *DAY 5:* Have a unique and wonderful experience interacting with elephants in the heart of Zululand. Later, visit the Cat and Cheetah Rehabilitation Centre. Learn more about South Africa's endangered wild cat species, including Caracal (Lynx), Serval, Cheetah and African Wildcat. *DAY 6: *Head to St Lucia, a village situated within a nature reserve and surrounded by 5 distinct ecosystems and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. In the afternoon, experience a safari trip on an accessible boat surrounded by hippos, crocodiles, and birds in the estuary. *DAY 7 and 8: *Experience the safari at Cape Vidal Game Reserve with Rhino, Waterbuck, Kudu, and many wildlife species. Cape Vidal is part of the Isimangaliso Wetland Park- a World Heritage Site that incorporates beautiful game reserves and beaches. Visit to the Crocodile Sanctuary and the museum of Isimangaliso Wetland Park. Explore markets in the village and the wild beaches. *DAY 9: *Check out of the hotel and transfer to Durban Airport for departure. With unforgettable memories, unique experiences, and plenty of new stories, your trip comes to an end. The cost of this trip is *INR 2,65,000* *plus taxes per person* on a twin-sharing basis. The applicable taxes are *5% GST *and *2% TCS*, bringing the total payable amount to *INR 2,83,815 *per person. Payment via credit card is also possible with a small service fee. *INCLUSIONS-* - A/C vehicle (shared with the group) - Airport transfers (shared with the group) - 8 nights in a 4-star hotel (twin-sharing basis) - 3 safaris with a personal ranger and guide - All breakfasts - Entrance fees and donations - All activities mentioned above - Services of a tour manager/leader - Planet Abled management fee *EXCLUSIONS-* - Flight tickets & porters - Travel insurance (mandatory for your own safety and medical emergencies) and visa costs - Meals apart from those mentioned - Equipment rental - Travel Buddy (can be provided on request) - Any personal expenses or expenses due to force majeure - Tips and gratuities *ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION-* - This trip is fully accessible for people with most types of disabilities. However, for some psychological and intellectual disabilities, this group trip might not be a good fit. Please reach out to us to discuss, and if a group trip is not a fit, we can arrange a customized trip for you. - Vetted wheelchair accessible hotel rooms and vehicles are available. - The trip is planned with the assumption that, as a blind person, you have independent mobility with a cane or a guide dog. - Experiences are planned and included in a way that everyone can participate. - Briefing and group support will be provided at all outdoor places by the tour manager and in the hotel by the hotel staff. - If you are neurodivergent, please let us know your needs in advance so that we can plan things accordingly to make you feel comfortable throughout the journey. - If you have any other disability, visible or invisible, and are not sure if the trip meets your needs, feel free to reach out to us to discuss. - Equipment rental, like wheelchairs, can be arranged at a supplement cost. Limited seats are available as we intend it to be a small, cozy group where everyone is personally attended to. Feel free to spread the word about this inclusive adventure to South Africa, and please do not hesitate to reach out to us in case of any questions. We are super excited to take you on this South African adventure next month! We look forward to receiving your confirmation to book this trip. 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