THE WAYFARERS REDUCES PRICES ON SOUTH AFRICA ADVENTURE WALK THANKS TO CONTINUED STRENGTHING OF DOLLAR VS. RAND

THE WAYFARERS REDUCES PRICE OF THEIR NOVEMBER SOUTH AFRICA

ADVENTURE WALK AND GAME DRIVE BY $850 PER PERSON

Newport, RI (April  28, 2009) –Thanks to the continued strengthening of the dollar versus the rand, the Wayfarers is offering $850 per person savings on their 12-day exploration of the wild land of South Africa, an adventure filled with walking, game drives and wine tastings. Experienced rangers accompany all nature walks and game viewing excursions.  The program is led by Chris Hague, founder of the Wayfarers, and his wife Malle, who was raised in South Africa.  Accommodations are hand-picked for comfort and uniqueness, and local cuisine and regional wines are featured at every meal.   Offered November 1 – 12, 2009, the Walk is priced at US $7,645 per person, based on double occupancy. 

Itinerary Highlights

The 12-day exploration of South Africa’s colorful Western Cape begins in Cape Town and ends in Johannesburg.  Walkers will encounter game, flora and rock-art in the wilderness of the Bushmans Kloof reserve, set against the backdrop of the Cederburg Mountains.  Dramatic views of Cape Point where the Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic Ocean add another dimension to this wondrous trip.  A safari during a visit to the Madikwe Game Reserve provides an opportunity to see the “Big Five” (elephants, lion, leopards, rhinoceroses and buffalos).  The route will also explore the historic Cape Dutch buildings at Tulbagh and the Huguenot architecture and farms of other scenic towns.

Breaks during the days include wine tastings at prestigious South African vineyards such as Constantia Valley while taking in breathtaking African sunsets.

The Details

The Western Cape is a 12-day/11-night program of easy bush and hill walking for 3-4 hours per day plus game drives. Walkers will stay in a variety of inns, hotels and lodges such as The Cellars-Hohenort, Bushmans Kloof, Le Quartier Français and Madikwe Safari Lodge.

For more information or reservations, visit www.thewayfarers.com or call (800) 249-4620.  

About The Wayfarers

The Wayfarers, named one of the “Best Outfitters on Earth” by National Geographic Adventure, marks its 26^th season with 39 diverse Walks in 15 countries.  The 2009 schedule includes Walks in South Africa, New Zealand, England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Croatia, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Austria, France, Italy, Spain and Switzerland and the United States.  The Wayfarers’ itineraries afford exclusive entrées into homes and gardens otherwise closed to the public and include graceful accommodations, outstanding cuisine, and meetings with local residents. Walks range from 5-12 days and are rated easy to challenging, covering distances of 4-5, 6-10 or 12-15 miles per day.  

The Wayfarers is also a member of Trusted Adventures (www.trustedadventures.com), a consortium of award-winning travel companies matching active individuals, families and groups on nature and culture adventures walking, rafting, cycling and trekking throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa. The alliance offers 350 unique trips to over 85 destinations worldwide.  www.thewayfarers.com, 800- 249-4620.

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