Tswalu Game Reserve to acquire new game-viewing fleet

Tswalu Kalahari has taken delivery of the first of its new game-viewing vehicles, which were ordered as part of Tswalu's vision to provide an intimate safari experience to quests.

The vehicles have only four seats, as opposed to the customary nine, and are designed with comfort in mind.

According to Managing Director, Russel Binks, each vehicle has ample leg-room, removable photographic stands and bean bags for photographers wanting to capture the perfect shot, roll-up tables and a centre console for keeping safari accessories safe so they don't have to be repacked every day.

"Our guests can now have their very own vehicle, guide and tracker, which means that they are able to decide on their own programme for each day.  They can choose when to go game viewing, how long to stay out in the bush and when to stop for snacks and refreshments or a picnic," said Binks.  He added that guests could also stay at a sighting for as long as they wished.

Newest addition to Newmark Hotels, Coral Lodge in Mozambique

Coral Lodge in Mozambique is the newest addition to Newmark Hotels.  The lodge comprises 10 villas, each hosting informal sitting areas, a bedroom, bathroom and big terrace.  In two of the villas an extra bedroom is included for two children or an extra adult.  Five villas have direct ocean views, and the other five overlook the mangrove forest and Ilha de Moçambique.  Guest facilities include a lounge bar and restaurant, infinity pool and spa.

Coral Lodge is a modern, African-style beach resort, which offers you the latest in luxury and comfort while maintaining that authentic feel of Mozambican pureness.  The resort's design, by Dutch designer Edward van Vliet, incorporates the colors of its environment using wood and brightly-coloured textures.  These natural materials make the resort blend in perfectly with the surroundings.  We have made further use of the area's natural setting by building Coral Lodge's villas on top of the dunes.  This allows you to get full benefit of the incredible views and the constant breeze from the Indian Ocean.

A host of activities are available, including joining the chef on his daily visit to the local market and learning to cook authentic Mazambican dishes, exploring Varanda's mangrove forest by canoe or on foot, and fishing or sailing with the lodge's local dhow.  Other activities include snorkelling, windsurfing and whale watching between July and October.

We offer various packages ranging from a Romantic holiday to a Cultural & Historical experience.  Diving packages, relaxation packages and more...

Desert Express Weekend Package offered by Namibia Reservations

For a weekend getaway including lion feeding and visiting the dunes, Namibia Reservations offers a wonderful package:

2 Persons - Overnight on the Train (DBB) for 2 Nights
Transfer from/to Windhoek International Airport
including return flight on Air Namibia (JHB-WHK-JHB)

For only N$ 5 960.00 per person sharing (excluding Airport Taxes)

Special offer is valid from 01.02.2011 until 30.06.2011 Terms and Conditions apply

Contact travel@namibiareservations.com for more details

Itinerary:
After landing at Windhoek International Airport you will be transported to Windhoek, Trans Namib/Desert Express. The train leaves Windhoek at 13h00 pm. The Crew will welcome you with a drink and open sandwiches. At 15h30 pm a stop is scheduled at Oropoko Ranch for a Game Drive with all guests for one hour. Thereafter the journey continues to Swakopmund. Dinner will be served on the Train that evening.
After a wholesome breakfast the train will stop at the Dunes between Swakopmund and Walvisbay for a two hour excursion. You will have time available from 10h00 am to 14h30 pm, to do shopping, sightseeing and have a walkabout on the beaches.
At 14h30 pm the train leaves Swakopmund again. You are welcomed back by the Crew with a drink and open sandwiches. A late afternoon Sundowner, Dinner and overnight in the train will be the highlight for the day.
After breakfast the train will stop at Oropoko Ranch for a Lion feed. At 10h30 pm you will arrive back in Windhoek. The shuttle will bring you back to Windhoek International Airport or you could book an additional night or two to enjoy the beautiful city of Windhoek.