(Can be combined with the
Kruger and /or permutations of the above)
The contrasting cultures of
the SHANGAAN and NORTH SOTHO, combined with that of the VENDA
people and their interaction with the settling Dutch (‘Voortrekkers’)
and early gold pioneers form a fascinating and essential part
of South Africa’s history.
Join us in exploring,
not only the history of the last few hundred years, but
also an eon of evolutionary and social development.
Geologically the area is also home to some of the oldest
rock in the world, dating back to over 3,5 Billion years
ago. Your trip to
South Africa and the Limpopo Province / Mpumulanga Lowveld
will undoubtedly include a visit to the Kruger National
Park or wonderful private game lodges. For those
interested in the diverse cultures of this region the
following packages will price valuable “add on“ tours in
order to experience this diversity.
NYANI CULTURAL VILLAGE
CODE:
MCNY
‘THE SHANGAAN CULTURAL EXPERIENCE’
(Available as a day tour or over night option)
The local Shangaan nation are of the Nguni people who
established themselves in this area after their leader
Shoshangaan lead his people away from the Zulu nation and
King Shakas tyranny. Share in the historic culture of
these wonderful people with a visit to Nyani village.
Axon, who is the grandson of Chief Kapama, will show you
various aspects of their fascinating life style and
traditions before you share dinner with his family. (Maybe
the Sangoma will even ‘throw the bones’ for you!) A
really special tour for any international visitor
interested in our diversity of African cultures. In order
to fully understand the Shangaan way of life guests may
spend the night in a traditional hut if they so wish.
‘CAPRICORN AND THE GARDENS OF THE RAIN QUEEN’
CODE: MCGRQ
(4 day / 3 night)
The culture of the
Venda people combined with the ancient history of the
KrugerNational Park. Magoebaskloof and the legendary Rain
Queen of Modjaji all form portion of this delightful tour
through the ‘Tropic of Capricorn’
Day 1
– Enter the park from Phalaborwa and explore the area in
Kruger which, apart from being home to the biggest
Elephants in Africa, is steeped in ancient history. We include a visit to the Masorini Museum. O/N LETABA CAMP
Day 2
– A pre dawn wake up with coffee and rusks before a dawn
game drive and breakfast. Today we explore further afield
as we cross the Tropic of Capricorn in the Kruger on our
way to Thoyando in the land of the Venda. In the evening
we experience the Venda maidens perform the legendary
‘Domba dance’ (Dance of the Python) O/N SHILUVARI
LAKESIDE LODGE
Day 3
– Our visit to the land of the Venda people includes a
tour to LakeFundusi before we travel to
Giyani and on to the Cycad forest of Mojadji. Then on to Magoebaskloof with a visit to the beautiful Debengeni falls.
O/N MAGOEBASKLOOF HOTEL
Day 4
– After breakfast we descend via Georges Valley, Tzaneen and on to the giant Baobab tree (Historically used as a Bar and
Post Office) before arriving at the airport for your
flight.
‘THE GREAT NORTH, IT’S ARTISTS AND CULTURES’
CODE: MCLAC
(4 day / 3 night)
Designed to depart from
central Kruger lodges or Phalaborwa or Hoedspruit
airports, this tour offers an in depth experience of the
people and beauty of far Northern Limpopo Province.
Day 1
– After a midday departure we travel north to the Letaba
river valley and via Giyani o the Missionary village of
Elim, home to the historic
hospital. We visit the artists in this quaint town before
checking in at the lovely Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge. O/N
SHILUVARI
LAKESIDE LODGE
Day 2
– A full day meeting the colourful people of Venda in the
Thoyando area below the towering Soutpansberg. We include
a visit to the sacred lakeFundusi (weather permitting)
before we return to Shiluvari for a cruise on lake Albasini. O/N SHILUVARI LAKESIDE
LODGE
Day 3
– Today we visit the land of the legendary “Rain Queen”
with a visit to the unique cycad forest. The Debengeni
Falls, Sapekoe Tea Estates and Magoebaskloof (form portion
of this day) before arriving at Magoebaskloof Hotel for
dinner. O/N MAGOEBASKLOOF HOTEL
Day 4
– After breakfast and a visit to the lovely hamlet of
Heanertsburg we travel to the lowveld via Georges Valley with a visit to the historic giant baobab tree before proceeding to the
airport or chosen lodge.
Note: The
content of the above tours are subject toe weather
conditions and may be altered in order to offer the finest
options on the day.
