FEATURE SOUTH AFRICA: NORTH WEST PROVINCE
Tourism Talk
MONDE KAKULA Brand Manager,
North West Parks & Tourism Board
“When I'm asked why visit the North West province of South Africa my response is always the same, 'why not'! "North West is a rewarding holiday destination that offers exciting wildlife, adventure encounters as well as the opportunity to immerse yourself in our rich cultural heritage. Do come and visit us – we are waiting to welcome you with open arms and big smiles."
From The Front Line CHRIS FORTESCUE
Africa Collection “North West Province is an unspoilt gem. It has a
good year-round climate, easy access from Johannesburg, is malaria free and is an excellent region for Big Five game viewing, including wild dog. It offers our clients an opportunity to see a part of South Africa that is generally off the main tourist track but with all the big attractions: safari, culture, adventure activities, mountains, dams, bushveld, quaint guest houses and, of course, the impressive Sun City Resort.”
DAVID HOLLAND Sales Manager, African Pride “Often overlooked in
favour of the Western Cape or KwaZulu-Natal, the North West Province has plenty to offer anyone visiting South Africa. “Sun City is the area’s most famous tourist attraction, but it also features high-quality parks and reserves where game viewing is of an exceptional standard and which are malaria-free, making them attractive to families.
“Probably the most well-known
reserve is Madikwe which delivers a fantastic safari experience with several lodges providing luxurious accommodation and fine dining. “Daily flights from Johannesburg make
it easily accessible, or clients can transfer by road, perhaps combining the safari with a short stay at Sun City.”
Where To Book It AFRICAN COLLECTION – 01403 256 655
www.africacollection.co.uk A seven-night package combining a bush stay in Madikwe Private Game Reserve with nights at Sun City starts from £2, 398pp, for travel until September 30 2012. Based on two people sharing, the deal includes Economy Class flights with South African Airways from Heathrow, three nights at the five-star Tuningi Safari Lodge in a luxury double/twin suite on a full-board basis, including two game activities per day, a private transfer from Madikwe Game Reserve to Sun City, four nights at the five- star Cascades Hotel in a luxury double room, including breakfast and a private transfer from Sun City to Johannesburg Airport. The same package is available after September 30, until December 5, for £2498pp.
AFRICAN PRIDE – 01904 619428
www.african-pride.co.uk A seven-night self-drive tour of North
NORTH WEST PROVINCE
Top Selling Tips...
• Natural side… "Sell the North West province as a destination that offers an authentic ‘African Experience' and one that complements and contrasts with Cape Town, the Garden Route and Kruger”
West Province, with three nights in Sun City, three nights at Impodimo Game Lodge in Madikwe and one night in Johannesburg costs from £2,375pp, based on travel in November 2012.
Opposite page: A lazy afternoon in Madikwe for one lioness; This page clockwise: The
highest, longest, fastest zip line in the world; A hippo wallows in a lake in Pilanesberg National Park; candlelit 'boma dinner' at Makanyane Safari Lodge, Madikwe; The new Aerial Cableway Hartbeesport will be open this summer; Aerial view of Sun City; The North
West is one of the best places to spot wild dog; The sun sets over the African bush; A lavish lunch at Mateya Safari Lodge, Madikwe
• Drug free… "Stress the region’s malaria- free game reserves which eliminate health concerns"
• For all the family… “Highlight child-friendly game lodges, adventure activities, water slides and farms where you can pet and stroke cheetahs, elephants and lions"
STEVE HARTRIDGE Selling Long Haul
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