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Branch Overview on Sustainable Tourism in South Africa.

Welcome.

In 1994 South Africa became a democratic country after years of

colonial and racist domination when the country embarked on the

road to reconciliation to build a nation united in its diversity.

This year, 2010 will be an important year in South Africa’s histori-

cal development. Over the past 16 years, South Africa has shown

the world that it is possible to emerge from conflict to the creation

of a prosperous, peaceful and stable multiparty constitutional

democracy.

The hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup has given us a unique

opportunity to make this event into an important marketing project

by working together to build South Africa into a powerful base for

economic cooperation and growth. We need to ensure that the

World Cup should enhance our global competiveness, which will

contribute to our long-term economic growth for sustainable job

creation and wealth creation opportunities.

In all of this, tourism plays a crucial role, which can be described

as our “new gold” which can assist us create jobs for develop-

ment and economic growth. Unlike the real gold, tourism is a

never-ending and inexhaustible resource for social cohesion.

Tourism in South Africa provides us with sustainable employment

for youth and women in urban and rural communities. We there-

fore welcome the support and cooperation of SIPPO, which is

helping South Africa’s small and medium tourism enterprises to

find market access in Switzerland.

The Branch, Overview on Sustainable Tourism in South Africa,

provide Swiss tourism business partners and consumers find

suitable products in our country, especially during the 2010

Soccer World Cup.

Together with our Swiss partners, we will continue to work to-

wards the growth of tourism in South Africa for the benefit of

all our people and I look forward to our continued partnership.

George Johannes

Ambassador

Disclaimer

The information provided in this publication is believed to be

accurate at the time of writing. It is, however, passed on to the

reader without any responsibility on the part of Osec, FTTSA or

the authors.

Neither Osec nor FTTSA nor the authors of this publication make

any warranty, expressed or implied, concerning the accuracy

of the information presented, and will not be liable for injury or

claims pertaining to the use of this publication or of the informati-

on contained therein.

No obligation is assumed for updating or amending this publica-

tion for any reason, be it new or contrary information or changes

in legislation, regulations or jurisdiction.

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SIPPO was established as a mandate from the State Secretariat

for Economic Affairs of Switzerland (SECO), carried out by Osec.

The programme supports small and medium-sized enterprises

(SMEs) from emerging markets and markets in transition to access

the Swiss and European markets. In addition to this, SIPPO helps

Swiss and European importers to find suitable partners in emer-

ging countries and countries in transition.

The programme has five main goals:•

To inform the Swiss and European import economy about new •

market sources

To strengthen trade institutions and business sector associa •

tions in the trade promotion

process•

To increase the competitiveness of SMEs in selected partner •

countries

To develop the manufacturing and exporting skills of SMEs in •

selected partner countries

To establish qualified trade contacts between SMEs from emer •

ging markets and markets

in transition and the Swiss and European import economy•

Since 2004 SIPPO has also become active in the promotion of

sustainable tourism and is actively promoting tourism organisa-

tions and is supporting ministries from various countries;

e.g. Peru, Bolivia and South Africa.

For further information please contact:

Osec

Swiss Import Promotion Programme

Stampfenbachstrasse 85

P.O. Box 2407

CH-8021 Zurich

Phone +41 44 365 51 51

Fax +41 44 365 52 02

www.sippo.ch

[email protected]

Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) encourages fair and

responsible tourism development in South Africa, through aware-

ness raising, capacity building and the facilitation of a voluntary

certification programme that awards a special Trademark (label) to

tourism establishments in South Africa that meet specific criteria,

including:

Fair wages and working conditions•

Fair operations, purchasing and distribution of benefits•

Ethical business practice•

Respect for human rights, culture and the environment•

For further information please contact:

Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa

P.O. Box 12844

Queenswood

Pretoria 0121

South Africa

Phone +27 12 342 2945/3642 / 7810

Fax +27 12 342 2946

www.fairtourismsa.org.za

[email protected]

The Fair Trade movement started in Europe in the 1960s to help

producers in developing countries receive their fair share of the

revenue from the sale of their products in the developed world.

It is quite a novelty and for many people a surprising fact that it is

also possible to have fair trade in the tourism industry and not only

for consumer goods. Fair Trade in Tourism is about ensuring that

the people, whose land, natural resources, labour, knowledge and

culture are used for tourism activities, actually benefit from tourism.

In 1999 Tourism Concern, a London based organisation, initiated

an international network on Fair Trade in Tourism which focused

mainly on research, advocacy and information sharing. On 13 June

2002, the Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa Trademark (label) was

officially launched in South Africa - the first time in the history of the

fair trade movement that a trademark or label for the tourism sector

had been created. On 22 October 2003, the first trademark users

were accredited.

95% of Swiss tourists consider respect for local culture to be highly

important when choosing a holiday (Switzerland Travel Writers and

Journalism Club).

The enterprises presented in this brochure have all been certified

over the past years by FTTSA and do place emphasis on the 6

principles of fair share, democracy, respect, reliability, transparency

and sustainability.

Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa.SIPPO Swiss Import Promotion Programme.


Western Cape

Northern Cape

Free State

Lesotho

Kwazulunatal

GautengMpumalanga

North West Province

Limpopo

Eastern Cape

Pretoria Johannesburg

Cape Town George

Mossel Bay

Knysna

East London

Port Elizabeth

Kimberley

Upington

Nelspruit

Polokwane

Hoedspruit

Makhado

Mafikeng

Gauteng

Accommodation

Mercure Hotel Bedfordview 10

Mercure Hotel Midrand 11

Mercure Hotel Randburg 12

Tour Operator

Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers and Bicycle Tour 13

Moratiwa Tours – Soweto Fair Tourism Tour 14

Western Cape

Accommodation

Antrim Villa 18

Bartholomeus Klip 19

Bickley House 20

Cape Grace Hotel 21

Daddy Long Legs Art Hotel 22

De Zalze Golf Club 23

Farm 215 Nature Retreat and Fynbos Reserve 24

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve 25

Hog Hollow Country Lodge 26

Jan Harmsgat Country House 27

Klippe Rivier Country House 28

Spier Hotel 29

The Backpack & Africa Travel Center 30

Tour Operator

Andulela Experience 31

AWOL Tours 32

Dyer Island Cruises 33

Marine Dynamics 34

Ocean Blue Adventures 35

Ocean Safaris 36

White Shark Projects 37

Other Activities

Dreamcatcher – The Alternative Winelands Tour 38

!Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre 39

Soekershof Private Mazes & Botanical Gardens 40

Uthando South Africa 41

Eastern Cape

Accommodation

Bulungula Lodge 44

Coffee Shack Backpackers 45

Leeuwenbosch Country House 46

Masakala Guesthouse 47

Reed Valley Inn & Bush Lodge 48

Safari Lodge on Amakhala Game Reserve 49

The Dunes Country House 50

Woodbury Lodge 51

Tour Operator

Calabash Tours 52

Stormsriver Adventures 53

Other Activities

Mehloding Adventure Trail 54

Northern Cape

Accommodation

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve 58

Mpumalanga

Accommodation

Djuma Game Reserve 62

Mercure Hotel Nelspruit 63

Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve 64

Singita Kruger National Park 65

Singita Sabi Sand 66

Limpopo

Accommodation

Kololo Game Reserve 70

Leshiba Wilderness 71

Madi a Thavha Mountain Farm Lodge 72

Motswari Private Game Reserve 73

Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge 74

Umlani Bushcamp 75

North West Province

Accommodation

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge 78

Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari 79

Thakadu River Camp 80

Tuningi Safari Lodge 81

Map South Africa.


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Pretoria

Johannesburg

Gauteng Province.Gauteng is where the creative spirit of a nation converges in a dense, cul-

tural heartland. It is the intersection of African and global trade - incorpora-

ting Johannesburg, Pretoria and Soweto. Gauteng is a cosmopolitan, multi-

cultural mix of people from all walks of life, from all corners of the world.

Accommodation

Mercure Hotel Bedfordview 10

Mercure Hotel Midrand 11

Mercure Hotel Randburg 12

Tour Operator

Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers and Bicycle Tour 13

Moratiwa Tours – Soweto Fair Tourism Tour 14

For more information: www.gauteng.netGauteng


Gauteng

Name

Mercure Hotel Midrand

Address

P.O. Box 7853

Midrand, Johannesburg

1685 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 312 2020

Fax

+27 11 312 2055

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.mercure.com

www.accorhotels.com

Contact

Reception

Introduction

Mercure Hotels form part of the Accor Hospitality group, operating

more than 4000 hotels in 100 countries worldwide.

Site and Surrounding

Mercure Hotel Midrand is situated 30 minutes from OR Tambo

International Airport, 20 minutes from the Sandton Convention

Centre and within walking distance of Gallagher Estate and

Convention Centre.

Fair Trade in Tourism

This hotel is an exemplary corporate responsibility standard

including that of skills development, environmental actions,

combat against child sex tourism and a comprehensive HIV/AIDS

programmes.

All four Mercure properties (including Bedfordview, Midrand,

Nelspruit, and Randburg) stand out for exemplary corporate social

responsibility initiatives including skills development, working to

prevent child sex tourism and comprehensive HIV/AIDS aware-

ness raising programmes. In addition, the Mercure Hotel Group

pursues a policy of procuring products and services from black-

empowered and Fairtrade suppliers including Thandi Wines and

Bean There Coffee.

With respect to environmental management, all Mercure Hotels

record energy and water consumption. In addition, Eskom and

Accor Hospitality are sharing power to save energy with the recent

launch of a joint campaign to raise awareness on energy challen-

ges in South Africa.

Hotel

Mercure Hotel Midrand is a 3-star hotel with 92-rooms, WiFi Inter-

net access, and one restaurant.

Excursions / Activities

History and national heritage: Craft Market Irene (10 km), Sowe-

to Tour (0 km), Union Buildings – Parliament (40 km) , Voortrekker

Monument (30 km).

Sport activities near the hotel: Golf course 18 holes golf

course 9 holes golf putting green sauna massage Jacuzzi

tanning salon fitness centre indoor heated pool indoor unhe-

ated pool hammam outdoor tennis court horse riding squash

court disco/nightclub

Mercure Hotel Midrand.

Gauteng

Name

Mercure Hotel Bedfordview

Address

P.O. Box 75825

Gardenview, Johannesburg

2047 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 622 1556

Fax

+27 11 622 8725

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.mercure.com

www.accorhotels.com

Contact

Reception

Introduction




Mercure Hotel Suites Bedfordview is located in the heart of Bed-

fordview, Johannesburg adjacent to Eastgate shopping centre and

15 minutes from the international Airport OR Tambo.






ness raising programmes. In addition, the Mercure Hotel Group


empowered and fairtrade suppliers including Thandi Wines and

Bean There Coffee.

Hotel

The hotel has 120 air-conditioned bedrooms. An abundant buffet

breakfast is served with tempting African dishes of the day. A bar,

WiFi Internet access, swimming pool, 24 hour security and 3 elegant

meeting rooms cater for all your needs.


History and national heritage: Bruma Craft Market (1 km),

Bruma Fleamarket (1 km), Soweto Tour (35 km), African Museum

(8 km), Apartheid Museum (20 km), Golf Reef City (15 km),

Westcliff Heritage (10 km).

Sport activities near the hotel: Golf course 18 holes.

Mercure Hotel Bedfordview.


Gauteng

Name

Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers

and Bicycle Tour

Address

10823A Pooe Street

Orlando West Soweto

1804 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 936 3444

Fax

+27 11 346 4023

Email

lebo

@sowetobackpackers.com

Website

sowetobackpackers.com

Contact

Nevo Malepa

Introduction

Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers and Bicycle Tour is an ideal place for

tourists to explore and experience historical and vibrant Soweto

on a bicycle. The business is named after the owner, Lebohang

Malepa, born and bred in Soweto. He decided to turn his family

home into Soweto‘s first and only Backpackers Hostel which was

officially launched in August 2003.


The Backpackers is located in Orlando West, not far from Merabi

Hotel. The bicycle tour explores tourist attraction in Soweto

including Hector Pieterson Memorial / museum, Nelson Mandela

museum.


Lebo and his team have developed a refreshing approach to

township tourism, which enables tourists to experience everyday

life in Soweto in a low impact/high value manner. The business

also supports a number of community development initiatives

targeting youth and supports a range of formal and informal

businesses through its operations.

Hotel

The backpackers has 21 beds; one double room, 1 single room

and 2 dorms. Guests are also welcome to pitch their tent in the

garden of the backpacker.


The Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers and Bicycle Tour offers bicycle

tours, walking tours, car tours and Kliptown tours.

Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers and Bicycle Tour.

Name

Mercure Hotel Randburg

Address

P.O. Box 2438

Randburg, Johannesburg

2125 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 326 3300

Fax

+27 11 789 4175

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.mercure.com

www.accorhotels.com

Contact

Reception

Introduction




Mercure Hotel Randburg is on the outskirts of Randburg adjacent

to the Brightwater Commons Shopping Centre (previously known

as the Randburg Waterfront). This 3-star hotel is situated 30 minu-

tes from OR Tambo International Airport and has 104 air condi-

tioned rooms, breakfast restaurant, bar and 2 conference rooms.


Mercure Hotels are part of the Accor Hospitality Group, operating

more than 4000 hotels in 100 countries worldwide. All four Mer-

cure properties (including Bedfordview, Midrand, Nelspruit, and

Randburg) stand out for exemplary corporate social responsibility

initiatives including skills development, working to prevent child

sex tourism and comprehensive HIV/AIDS awareness raising pro-

grammes. In addition, the Mercure Hotel Group pursues a policy of

procuring products and services from black-empowered and Fair-

trade suppliers including Thandi Wines and Bean There Coffee.



Accor Hospitality are sharing power to share energy with the

recent launch of a joint campaign to raise awareness on energy

challenges in South Africa. In addition to agreement to participate

in an Eskom project regarding energy-efficiency in hotels, Mercure

properties also take active measures to inform guests of easy

steps that can be taken to save energy and make a difference.

Hotel

The hotel Mercure Johannesburg Randburg has 104 rooms, has

one restaurant, one bar, one meeting room and WiFi Internet

access.


History and national heritage: Lesedi Cultural Village (20 km),

Lion Park (20 km), Randburg Flea Market (0 km),

Soweto Tour (0 km), Sun City bus departure point (8 km).

Sport activities near the hotel: Golf course 18 holes golf put-

ting green solarium sauna massage jacuzzi tanning salon

indoor heated pool athletics stadium badminton basketball

facilities billiards/snooker jogging track skating rink squash

court and table tennis

Mercure Hotel Randburg.

Gauteng


Name

Moratiwa Tours – Soweto Fair

Tourism Tour

Address

P.O. Box 1309

Bassonia, Johannesburg

2061 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 869 6629

Fax

+27 86 608 0119

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.moratiwa.co.za

Contact

Malose Manaka

Introduction

Moratiwa Tours’ “Soweto Fair Tourism Tour” is a 5 hour tour

through Soweto, including visits to a number of community pro-

jects and Heritage Sites.


South of Johannesburg is Soweto, the world’s most famous town-

ship and important monument to Apartheid.


The use of bicycles rather than a tour vehicle reduces carbon

emissions which in turn impacts positively on the community and

environment. Moratiwa Tours is also engaged in various uplifting

community projects including clothing assistance for Nomzamo

Informal Settlement, Brick by Brick project as well as soccer and

youth development projects.


The tour also incorporates a bicycle tour component operated by

Lebo’s Soweto Bicycle Tours (also FTTSA-certified) – a mutually-

beneficial partnership that has been developed between these

two responsibly-operated businesses.

The tour introduces visitors to popular attractions in Soweto:

Vilakazi precinct•

Mandela Museum and Bishop Desmond Tutu home•

Hector Pietersen museum•

Lwazi’s Day Care centre •

Shebeen and optional lunch •

Soweto market•

Moratiwa Tours - Soweto Fair Tourism Tour.

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Knysna

Western Cape.The Western Cape is one of South Africa’s premier tourist attractions. It is

close to the famous Table Mountain, vast wine lands, magnificent beaches,

world-class restaurants and cosmopolitan entertainment haunts. The Cape

boasts exquisite scenery and a myriad of cultures and tourist treasures.

Western Cape

Accommodation

Antrim Villa 18

Bartholomeus Klip 19

Bickley House 20

Cape Grace Hotel 21

Daddy Long Legs Art Hotel 22

De Zalze Golf Club 23

Farm 215 Nature Retreat and Fynbos Reserve 24

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve 25

Hog Hollow Country Lodge 26

Jan Harmsgat Country House 27

Klippe Rivier Country House 28

Spier Hotel 29

The Backpack & Africa Travel Center 30

Tour Operator

Andulela Experience 31

AWOL Tours 32

Dyer Island Cruises 33

Marine Dynamics 34

Ocean Blue Adventures 35

Ocean Safaris 36

White Shark Projects 37

Other Activities

Dreamcatcher – The Alternative Winelands Tour 38

!Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre 39

Soekershof Private Mazes & Botanical Gardens 40

Uthando South Africa 41

For more information: www.sa-venues.com


Western CapeWestern Cape

Name

Bartholomeus Klip

Farmhouse

Address

P.O. Box 36

Hermon

7308 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 82 322 1758

Fax

+27 22 448 1829

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.bartholomeusklip.com

www.parksgroup.co.za

Contact

Lesley Gillett

Introduction

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse offers the choice to retire in the

renovated Victorian homestead with its four double bedrooms

and separate suite or in the Wild Olive House and its adjoining

cottage, separately sited from the main farmhouse.


The Farmhouse is an exclusive country lodge situated on a farm

and nature reserve only an hour’s drive from Cape Town, near the

winelands.


The farm’s enthusiastic nature conservation officer has encou-

raged the formation of an Eco-Schools Club at a nearby school,

which makes regular visits, and leadership camps have been held

in the reserve for local high school children.

Hotel

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse: Bartholomeus Klip is unique.

There are only five bedrooms in this small hotel, the original

homestead on a large private estate which is both a working

wheat and sheep farm and a nature reserve with a spectacular

mountain backdrop.

On the food and wine front, Bartholomeus Klip specialises in

French cuisine with a local flavour, complemented by an extensive

local wine list. A particularly splendid high tea is served, with a

lavish spread of both sweet and savoury temptations.

Wild Olive House: Wild Olive House has an adjoining cottage, se-

parately sited from the main farmhouse, with an accommodation

for up to six adults and two children. It has its own swimming pool

and outdoor living area with space to braai (or barbecue) beside

the pool.


The glory of Bartholomeus Klip, is its 4’000 hectare fynbos nature

reserve, with its many rare plant species, its important populati-

on of the endangered geometric tortoise, and its herds of eland,

springbok, bontebok, black wildebeest and red hartebeest, as

well as zebras from the world-famous Quagga Project.

Guests can also enjoy from lots of other activities:

Farming activities Salt-water swimming pool Windsurfing

boating and canoeing on the huge dam Walking and hikking in

the reserve Mountain biking Conservation projects

Birdwatching

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse.

Name

Antrim Villa

Address

12 Antrim Road

Three Anchor Bay

8005 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 433 2132

Fax

+27 21 433 2133

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.antrimvilla.com

Contact

Colette van Schalkwyk

Introduction

Antrim Villa provides equal opportunities in the workplace by

affirming historically disadvantaged individuals (HDIs) and the staff

complement is comprised entirely of HDIs.


Antrim Villa guesthouse is situated in Three Anchor Bay, at the

foot of Signal Hill, it is only a 10-minute walk from Cape Town’s

new stadium (Green Point Stadium) and 10 minutes from the

Atlantic Ocean.


Antrim Villa whose motto is “Think local buy local”, consciously

strives to purchase local goods (and organic, wherever possible)

that offer a uniquely South African ‘flavour’ to the guest experi-

ence. In addition, these two small businesses assist local, emer-

ging entrepreneurs by utilising their services for airport transfers,

garden services and spa treatments. New local suppliers are re-

searched and utilised on an ongoing basis and guests are referred

to local attractions and businesses in the area.

Antrim Villa also encourages guests to visit and support a local

non profit child health and nutrition project called Philani, located

in Khayelitsha. Jonas Sandstrom (the owner) is also planning

hospitality training for eight black women from Philani following

which internships will be secured for the women at various Cape

Town guesthouses.

Hotel

Built in the late 1800’s, this old English Victorian house was origi-

nally a family residence. High ceilings and well kept stuccos give

this guesthouse charm and light. It has now been fully refurbis-

hed, inspired by a tropical-African style in an earthy colour palate,

accentuated with natural fabrics such as sisal, linen and bamboo.

The large, new saltwater pool lies enticingly in a secluded, tropical

garden.

This is a friendly, airy house with a cosy fireplace in the lounge.

Secure off street parking is provided.


Within an hour‘s car drive from Cape Town there are many oppor-

tunities for exciting and rewarding excursions within the Western

Cape. For example a trip to Robben Island, Cape of Good Hope,

Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, Camps Bay, Seal Island or Mui-

zenberg. In Cape Town, the Table Mountain can be reached by

cableway or hiking.

Antrim Villa.


Name

Cape Grace Hotel

Address

P.O. Box 51387

Cape Town

8002 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 410 7100

Fax

+27 21 410 7198

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.capegrace.com

Contact

Jene Barnes

Introduction

Cape Grace is an exquisite 5-star establishment with 122 guestro-

oms and suites with views of the yacht marina, Table Mountain or

the Waterfront harbour. Cape Grace has been continuously awar-

ded for its achievements as one of the best hotels in the world.


Cape Grace is set on its own private quay on Cape Town’s vibrant

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.


Employees are valued as key assets, evident in the extensive

training and development programmes in place and in the hotel’s

policy of recognising staff excellence through service awards.

In addition, the Cape Grace Bar and Waitron Training School

provides unemployed high school graduates with practical hotel

experience.

Hotel

Each room is custom-designed with unique and refreshing décor

to reflect the beauty, charm and understated elegance that Cape

Grace is famous for.


The hotel can arrange the following tours for their guests:

Cape Peninsula tours winelands tours Robben Island tours

township tours boat trips helicopter tours shark cage diving

tours Cape Town city tours Table Mountain tickets day safaris

and adventure activities.

Cape Grace Hotel.

Name

Bickley House

Address

17 Bickley Rd.

Sea Point

Cape Town

8005 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 433 2132

Fax

+27 21 434 7302

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.bickleyhouse.com

Contact

Colette van Schalkwyk

Introduction

This is one of Sea Point’s oldest houses and classified as a

national monument. With roots in the 1790’s, Bickley House was

originally an old hunting lodge in the Atlantic Seaboard.


Bickley House is situated on the Atlantic Seaboard, only 5 minu-

tes walk from the beach promenade and 15 minutes from the new

stadium (built for the World Cup 2010).


Bickley House whose motto is “Think global buy local”, con-

sciously strives to purchase local goods (and organic, wherever

possible) that offer a uniquely South African ‘flavour’ to the guest

experience. In addition, these two small businesses assist local,

emerging entrepreneurs by utilising their services for airport trans-

fers, garden services and spa treatments. New local suppliers

are researched and utilised on an ongoing basis and guests are

referred to local attractions and businesses in the area.

Bickley House also encourages guests to visit and support a local

non profit child health and nutrition project called Philani, located

in Khayelitsha. Jonas Sandstrom (the owner) is also planning

hospitality training for eight black women from Philani following

which internships will be secured for the women at various Cape

Town guesthouses.

Hotel

The premises of the boutique guesthouse are terraced on several

levels, creating environments and atmospheres offering ambi-

ence, peace and solitude. Through the years, their previous and

frequent guests have appreciated this very unique sense of luxury

and retreat that Bickley House offers as a four-star guesthouse.

The beautiful garden, with old trees, different palm species and

exotic plants is a secluded oasis. Focus in this harmonious gar-

den is the sensational and uniquely shaped pool with crystal clear

saltwater, simply made for relaxation.


Within an hour‘s drive from Cape Town there are many opportu-

nities for excursions within the Western Cape. For example a trip

to Robben Island, Cape of Good Hope, Kirstenbosch Botanical

Garden, Camps Bay, Seal Island or Muizenberg. In Cape Town,

the Table Mountain can be reached by cableway or hiking.

Bickley House.



Name

De Zalze Golf Club

Address

P.O. Box 12706

Stellenbosch

7613 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 880 7300

Fax

+27 21 880 1976

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.dezalzegolf.com

Contact

Dave Hansen

Introduction

Managed by the Spier Group and co-owned by Spier and Kleine

Zalze, De Zalze is the first golf course in the world to be recognis-

ed for adherence to fair trade principles and criteria.


De Zalze is situated in Stellenbosch, the world-renowned wi-

nelands region of the Cape. De Zalze has over the past four years

consistently improved its position in the Golf Digest rankings, from

44th in 2002 to 23rd in 2006.


De Zalze challenges accepted norms in the golf sector by insti-

tuting progressive human resource, supply chain development

practices and careful management of environmental resources on

site. The course is open to the public and acts as a draw card for

local as well as international tourists.

Hotel

The Zalze Golf Club offers two possibilities to stay in:

Villa at Spier: The Village at Spier comprises thirty-two double-

storey buildings grouped around six private courtyards, each with

its own pool and entertainment area. It offers guests 155 spacious

rooms, including four suites and nine Villa rooms. All are simply,

yet elegantly, appointed in traditional country style.

The Kleine Zalze Lodges: Within walking distance of the club-

house, Kleine Zalze Lodges enjoys panoramic views of the Stel-

lenbosch Mountains in a variety of stylishly decorated units.

The 4-star, 53 bed roomed lodge, forms part of the Kleine Zalze

Wine Estate, which offers award-winning wines, a magnificent

restaurant Terroir featuring Provencal classics blended with some

local influence and traditions, a unique function venue set in a

wine cellar, a 120-seater conference facility, vineyard walks and

a swimming pool.

All the suites also have kitchens or kitchenettes complete with

microwave, dish washer, cutlery and crockery.


4 Kilometers away is the historic town of Stellenbosch with its

rich cultural heritage, classic Cape architecture and eclectic mix

of unique shops, art galleries and world famous wine estates.

Within a 20 to 30 minute drive, are the beaches of Strand and

Gordon’s Bay and the picturesque Franschhoek Valley.

De Zalze Golf Club.

Name

Daddy Long Legs Art Hotel

Address

134 Long Street

Cape Town

8001 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 422 3074

Fax

+27 21 422 3446

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.daddylonglegs.co.za

Contact

Francois Van Binsbergen

Introduction

This unique small hotel promotes local music and art throughout

its operations, and is seriously committed to empowering its staff.

The hotel has also instituted a number of environmental manage-

ment systems focusing on energy, water and waste, and a new

eco-friendly room will soon be available to guests.


Daddy Long Legs Art Hotel is situated in Long Street, Cape Town.


Daddy Long Legs is seriously committed to staff training and

development, supporting small businesses and reducing its

environmental footprint. In addition, Daddy Long Legs mobilizes

donations from guests for a 4x4 Ambulance Project to assist an

isolated rural community at Bulungula in the Eastern Cape, who

would otherwise not have access to emergency services due to

poor transportation infrastructure.

Hotel

All the beds are hotel quality and are lovingly dressed in clean

percale linen. Each room has its own shower and toilet and the

communal space boasts a relaxed bar, balcony and frequent

entertainment.


As an independent travellers hotel, Daddy Long Legs will appeal

to those seeking an authentic experience of Cape Town. It is a

place to meet others and it is ideally situated for exploring the

character and nightlife of the city and its surrounds.

Daddy Long Legs Art Hotel.



Name

Grootbos Private Nature

Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 148

Gansbaai

7220 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 28 384 8000

Fax

+27 28 384 8020

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.grootbos.com

Contact

Peter Kunz

Introduction

Feel welcome at a truly unique place where conservation and

relaxation have found the perfect home.


Grootbos Nature Reserve conserves 1700 hectares of pristine

fynbos. Within its borders lies a wealth of more than 650 species

of indigenous plants.


Grootbos has demonstrated that fairness, ethical business

practice and environmental respect form the basis for sustainable

tourism. This is evident in the many programmes it has developed

that champion local socio-economic development, notably the

Green Futures College providing training for unemployed youth

in the fields of fynbos landscaping, horticulture and ecotourism.

The project is designed to develop nature-based sustainable-

livelihoods for people from communities around Grootbos.

Grootbos is also home to a unique skills development project

known as Green Futures, an annual training project for unem-

ployed youth from nearby communities. The programme equips

learners with knowledge and practical skills around conservation,

fynbos landscaping, horticulture and eco-tourism.

Hotel

Grootbos has two lodges; The classic Garden Lodge set in a lush

indigenous surrounding which is as well an ideal family getaway

and the new Forest Lodge with its contemporary and modern

style appeals to the cosmopolitan traveller.


Beach: Spend an afternoon lazing on one of the safe swimming

beaches while enjoying a freshly packed picnic.

Marine: The coastline offers a marine experience like no other.

See 40-ton Southern Right Whales only metres away. The cliffs of

Walker Bay offer the best land based whale viewing in the world.

Discover: Experience nature like never before. Grootbos Private

Nature Reserve expert’s guides guests to the wonders of the fyn-

bos. Discover the fascinating relationships between the insects,

birds, mammals and flowering plants of this diverse ecosystem.

Flora: Grootbos Nature Reserve conserves 1700 hectares of pris-

tine fynbos, the Cape’s unique vegetation type. Within the borders

lies a wealth of more than 650 species of indigenous plants.

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve.

Name

Farm 215 Nature Retreat and

Fynbos Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 1314

Gansbaai

7220 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 28 388 0920

Fax

+27 86 512 20 42

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.farm215.co.za

Contact

Martin Groos

Introduction

Farm 215 nature retreat and fynbos reserve is stylish and luxurious

and it stays true to responsible tourism principles. Environmentally

compatible operations include waste and water recycling, solar

power, solar heating and use of bio-degradable detergents.


Farm 215 nature retreat and fynbos reserve is located in the

Cape Floral Kingdom close to Cape Agulhas.


Farm 215 nature retreat and fynbos reserve contributes to local

economic development. All employees are local and all consuma-

bles are sourced from the immediate area. Farm 215 also promo-

tes the sustainable harvesting of flowers as a way of creating local

employment and conserving biodiversity at the same time.

Hotel

Fynbos suites: The fynbos suites are large and luxurious free-

standing units. Spaced out along a meandering path in the middle

of pristine nature, the fynbos suites offer privacy and seclusion.

Homestead rooms: There are two guest-rooms on the first floor

of the homestead. Separated by a hall, these rooms with wooden

floors are spacious and light and one can enjoy endless views

from the bed over this unspoilt part of the Overberg through large

sash-windows.

Homestead suite: The large suite on the groundfloor of the

homestead is accessed from the hall. One first enters the lounge

area with a woodstove and very comfortable leather furniture.

Sash windows look out over the private garden on the one side

and over the Uilkraalsvalley, the Lomond vineyards, the lake of

Kraaiboschdam and the mountains behind Gansbaai to the other

side.


Horse trails: The reserve of farm 215 is the base station of their

partner African Horse Company. They offer out-rides between one

hour and the whole day.

Hiking trails: Farm 215 has an extensive infrastructure of hiking

trails and farm roads of more than 20 kilometers, which guests

can explore on their own or with their experienced guide, a

botanical specialist, specialised in the fynbos of the Southern

Overberg.

Flora and Fauna: There are 800 hectares of various natural habi-

tats and even more plant species to explore.

Farm 215 Nature Retreat and Fynbos Reserve.



Name

Jan Harmsgat Country House

Address

P.O. Box 161

Swellendam

6740 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 23 616 3407 / 3311

Fax

+27 23 616 3201

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.jhghouse.com

Contact

Judy Rebstein

Introduction

Just outside Swellendam lies an historic farm which today belongs

to a couple who are rewriting history in their own quiet way. What

they are doing has broad implications for the way South Africa de-

velops its growing tourism potential and alleviates poverty through

community development projects.


The farm, Jan Harmsgat, is located about 24 km outside of Swel-

lendam. Established in 1723, it was originally registered as Jan

Harmanzs Schat (Jan Harman‘s Treasure), but over the centuries

the name has been corrupted to today‘s form.


Camron Malherbe the owner of Jan Harmsgat Country House

have made an impact in nearby Swellendam where they set up an

award-winning community project, turning part of the old jail (old

goal) into a coffee shop. Women from disadvantaged communities

were trained and given a stake in the Cafe where delicacies like

springbok carpaccio and local cheeses are served.

Further more they offer the discerning traveller the opportunity to

indulge in an authentic country ambience and history, Jan Harms-

gat Country House demonstrates that fairness, ethical business

practice and environmental respect form a sound basis for a more

sustainable tourism industry in South Africa.

Hotel

The guest house, bed and breakfast accommodation (which is

non smoking) consists of:

Four large en-suite rooms with an adjoining lounge two loft

rooms and a guest lounge with expansive mountain views

a cottage


Only 7 km from the town is the Bontebok National Park. The near-

by Marloth Nature Reserve offers day walks and overnight hiking

trails through the Langeberg Mountains.

Guests may explore the farm and surrounding wine routes, as well

as museums and heritage sites nearby Swellendam and surround-

ing areas. Other activities and facilities offered include:

Library Swimming pool Wine cellar Hiking Bird-watching

Jan Harmsgat Country House.

Name

Hog Hollow Country Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 503

Plettenberg Bay

6600 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 44 534 8879

Fax

+27 44 534 8879

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.hog-hollow.com

Contact

Jo Melton Butler

Introduction

The location was formerly an alien wattle plantation in the semi

wilds of a little known area of the Tsitikamma (Garden Route)

known as the Crags. The area‘s fynbos was rapidly disappearing

as invader plants strangled the indigenous forests. Then in 1993,

Andy Fermor decided to use his skills and energy to develop his

dream and build a tourist lodge.


The lodge itself is situated on the edge of a gorge and is a private

nature reserve with panoramic views of the surrounding indige-

nous forests, valleys and mountains.


Staff assist guests to plan unique day-trips encompassing eve-

rything from eco-adventure activities to a local community tour.

Hog Hollow is committed to supporting its local economy through

procurement and employment and nearly all the lodge staff were

recruited from the near village of Kurland. This lodge is the most

recent project certified and is believed to have a special commit-

ment to staff training and development. Their aim is to ensure that

the people behind the business – staff and nearby community

benefit meaningfully from tourism.

Hotel

Hog Hollow Country Lodge is a 4-Star lodge with 15 suites and

each has a private wooden deck offering guests relaxed luxury.

Laze in the warmth of the African sun at the long blue pool, revi-

talise yourself in the sauna, or relax in the quiet comfort of your

private suite. Children are welcome at the lodge and the staff is

happy to organise special menus and meal times. At Hog Hollow

guests enjoy outstanding cuisine and memorable hospitality from

the entire “Hog team”. Each new staff member is put through

a rigorous training programme to ensure they continue to meet

international standards of service excellence.


Attractions nearby are diverse and include a guided or unguided

walk to Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary; an experience in the

forests at the Elephant Sanctuary; scuba diving or a forest journey

in the Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve; horse riding, canoeing, sea-

kayaking; a boat-based whale and dolphin watching experience;

or a scenic glider flight around the bay.

Hog Hollow Country Lodge.



Name

Klippe Rivier Country House

Address

P.O. Box 483

Swellendam

6740 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 28 514 3341

Fax

+27 28 514 3337

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.klipperivier.com

Contact

Jenny Parks

Introduction

Swellendam, the third oldest town in South Africa, is steeped in a

fascinating and rebellious past.


Marloth Nature Reserve Situated in the Langeberge Mountains. This

nature lover’s paradise is full of fauna and flora typical of the area.


The majority of Klippe Rivier staff members are previously disa-

dvantaged individuals from rural backgrounds, who have since

received training and gained secure employment.

One philosophy of Klippe Rivier Country House is to support small

enterprises and buy local supply whenever possible. Guests are

encouraged to visit local art and craft businesses.

Klippe Rivier Country House has installed a wastewater manage-

ment system and utilises low-volume toilet systems. Waste sepa-

ration and alien vegetation removal are practiced on its grounds.

The establishment has also invested considerably in the preserva-

tion of the historic homestead and surrounding buildings.

Hotel

Klippe Rivier has been converted into six luxury guest suites,

preserving the ambience of a bygone era. The interiors have a de-

finite „English country house meets Africa“ ambience which works

beautifully with the stunning architecture of the homestead.

Downstairs, three spacious bedrooms each have an open fireplace,

dressing room and generous en-suite bathroom with separate

shower and toilet. Three loft rooms upstairs are under thatch, offer

mountain views and have private balconies. A secluded cottage is

for the more romantic, with its own fireplace and private garden.

All bedrooms are air-conditioned.

Rates include full farm breakfast and 3-course table d’hôte meal

for dinner.


Relax at the salt water swimming pool and enjoy the company

of owls in the oaks. Play a game of croquet and enjoy watching

the water birds from a peaceful bench at the water‘s edge. Take

a good stroll to the gum trees at the top of the farm and if you‘re

feeling energetic enough you can take the gravel road which leads

to the Breede Rivier.

Other activities can be arranged through local people on place

independently.

Klippe Rivier Country House.

Western Cape

Name

Spier Hotel

Address

P.O. Box 1078

Stellenbosch

7599 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 809 1913

Fax

+27 21 881 3302

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.spier.co.za

Contact

Brigitte Roediger

Introduction

The Village at Spier hotel is designed to recreate the intimate and

relaxed atmosphere of a small village. Spier is an internationally

renowned destination that combines village ambience, superb

restaurants and the peace and tranquillity of the wine lands.


Spier Leisure is situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch

Winelands.


Spier has embraced a policy of triple bottom line accountability

that evaluates its success from a financial, environmental and so-

cial equity perspective. Initiatives include the donation of 65 hec-

tares to local farmers, as part of a broader land reform campaign,

wastewater management and recycling projects. The Estate has

donated land to the Cheetah Outreach project and Eagle Encoun-

ters, a raptor rehabilitation programme, both of which guests can

visit. Spier also offers those who live within a 20-kilometre radius

preference in its job selection process and enforces a proactive

staff training and employment equity policy. In addition to offering

visitors a rich and varied experience of delicious food, inspiring

art and fine wine, Spier champions the ecological integrity and the

socio-economic development of the local community.

Hotel

The Spier Hotel, built in 2000, is a place in which to relax and

unwind. The 155-bedroom hotel is built on the banks of the Eerste

River and has panoramic views of the Helderberg mountains and

vineyards. The Spier Hotel provides four star comforts in a char-

ming village-style setting with comfortable, spacious bedrooms

grouped around six private courtyards and individual pools.


Guests at Spier have a number of leisure options to choose from.

Nowhere else in the Cape would you have access, within easy

walking distance, to a Wine Centre, a seasonal open-air theatre,

swimming pools, a spa, children’s activities, craft exhibitions,

wildlife encounters, horse riding and a nearby golf course – and

yet still be in the heart of the wine lands.

Spier Hotel.

Western Cape


Name

The Backpack & Africa

Travel Center

Address

74 New Church Street

Cape Town

8001 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 423 4530

Fax

+27 21 423 0065

Email

backpack

@backpackers.co.za

Website

www.backpackers.co.za

Contact

Mary Agiakatsikas

Introduction

The Backpack is voted as the best Hostel in Africa 2005. Spa-

cious, clean and comfortable and a great way to meet other

travellers! The Backpack is highly recommended by leading inter-

national and local travel guides and has been rated 4 stars by the

South African Grading Council.


The Backpack is a luxury backpacker in Cape Town. In a superb

location right on the fringe of the city centre the backpack is strad-

dling the line between hostel and hotel with its dignity intact.


The Backpack has been operating for 16 years and it has en-

deavoured to uplift their staff and community, in turn impacting

positively on local service providers. It has a commitment towards

transparency, high-level standards and profit sharing for the

majority of staff as contributing factors towards The Backpack’s

success.

Community involvement is a core feature of The Backpack’s

ethos. The company has helped to build a crèche in KTC informal

settlement, financed from commissions earned by selling a cultu-

ral tour to the townships. The Backpack also has a positive and

proactive attitude to working with staff affected by HIV/Aids and

the business abides strongly with labour and legal standards.

Hotel

The backpack can accommodate 100 people, however, it is not

the standard high rise building with floors of rooms that are all the

same. All the rooms are different, spread over four 100 year old

Victorian houses, with courtyards and gardens. The Backpack

provides linen with all the room types.


There is a travel centre in the backpack which offers safaris, car

hire, day trips and overland safaris for all budgets.

The Backpack & Africa Travel Center.

Western Cape

Name

Andulela Experience

Address

Private Bag X4

Hout Bay

7872 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 790 2592

Fax

+27 21 790 2599

Email

[email protected]

[email protected]

Website

www.andulela.com

Contact

Monique Le Roux

Introduction

There are a few South African operators that go the extra mile,

such as Andulela Travel. Andulela, which means ‘first’ in Xhosa,

provides guided tours and day trips that comprise of cultural

tours, wildlife and conservation tours, as well as music and culina-

ry tours. The tours generally take tourists into the heart of local life

and culture, often visiting homes, workplaces and social hideouts

for a hands-on experience of local customs and life, facilitating

insight into a new culture. It furthermore creates a platform for

visitor and host to meet and exchange, meaningfully and learn

from each other.


Andulela is a pioneer in interactive travel experiences in Cape

Town.


For Andulela Experience, responsible tourism means sharing Sou-

th Africa’s natural and cultural riches, while contributing positively

to the preservation and growth of the communities and environ-

ments they visit. Their policy is one of mutual respect: Andulela

ensures value for money and professionalism in their relationship

with visitors, while always remaining cognizant of the needs of

locals.


Bo-Kaap Insights: The 2-3 hour guided tour goes in the heart of

Cape Town City the Bo-Kaap, or the Malay Quarter, captures the

spirit and culture of a community known as the Cape Malays. The

Cape Malays, or Cape Muslim community, has largely contributed

to the making of the City‘s cultural melting pot.

An interactive guided walk with our knowledgeable tour guide

offers us an insight into the culture, architecture and religion as

well as recent political history of the Bo-Kaap community. The

tour includes a traditional Cape Malay teatime snack offered at a

Bo-Kaap family home.

Andulela Experience offers also other tours like Cape Malay coo-

king safari and cape malay meal.

Andulela Experience.

Western Cape


Name

AWOL Tours

Address

P.O. Box 17

Muizenberg

7950 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 788 1256

Fax

+27 86 6127030

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.awol.travel

Contact

Sally Petersen

Introduction

The AWOL Masiphumelele bicycle tour is a new take on conventi-

onal township tours, which provides tourists with many opportuni-

ties to interact directly with the local Xhosa community and direct

their spending into the township.


The AWOL Masiphumelele bicycle tour takes place in a Xhosa

township based in Cape Town.


Community investment and interaction are part of AWOL’s formal

Responsibility Policy, and thorough pre-tour information makes

reference to appropriate conduct of visitors as well as investment

opportunities. Apart from the obvious socio-economic benefits

of experiencing township life in this manner, the tour also has a

low impact on the environment. AWOL’s environmental strategy

targets recycling, reducing levels of energy consumption, indige-

nous tree planting, as well as support for organic products and

sustainable seafood.


AWOL caters for individuals, families and small groups wanting

personalised tour itineraries. We customise tour itineraries to suit

guests’ travel plans and budget, and area of interest. Our main

activities are hiking and cycling trips to South Africa but a range of

other exciting activities can be included on the itinerary. Whether

it’s a half day cycling tour in Masiphumelele Township, a cycling

day tour of the Cape Peninsula or Winelands, a hiking trip along

the lush Garden Route, a wildlife safari in a National Park or a

month long excursion around Southern Africa, we have the travel

expertise to design a flexible itinerary taking into account dates,

duration and budget.

AWOL-Masiphumelele Bicycle Tour.

Western Cape

Name

Dyer Island Cruises

Address

P.O. Box 78

Gansbaai

7220 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 28 384 0406

Fax

+27 28 384 1266

Email

bookings

@whalewatchsa.com

[email protected]

Website

www.whalewatchsa.com

Contact

Soné Boshoff

Introduction

Dyer Island Cruises offers visitors up-close experiences with wha-

les, seals and other marine life in state-of-the-art boats.


Dyer Island Cruises operates from Gansbaai, near Hermanus in

the Western Cape, The company is located 8 km from shore and

home to many resident bird species, including African penguins.


Dyer Island Cruises is extensively involved in marine conservation.

Local school children are exposed to the marine environment

through educational tours and rural women are supported through

the Nolwandle craft project


Dyer Island Cruises offers the following:

Boat-based whale watching •

Southern right whales guaranteed July to December •

See whales, seals, penguins as well as various seabird species •

Possibility of seeing Great white sharks and some •

dolphins species

Dyer Island Cruises.

Western Cape


Name

Ocean Blue Adventures

Address

P.O. Box 1812

Plettenburg Bay

6600 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 44 533 5083

Fax

+27 44 533 5083

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.oceanadventures.co.za

Contact

Natasha Lilford

Introduction

Ocean Blue Adventures offers a range of responsibly-conducted

marine adventures - from boat based whale and dolphin encoun-

ters to deep sea adventures.


Ocean Blue Adventures is situated on a particularly stunning sec-

tion of South Africa’s 3000 kilometer coastline in the coastal town

of Plettenberg Bay.


Through the Orca Trust, Ocean Blue Adventures is helping to

conserve the rich marine resource base by undertaking research

and environmental education on an ongoing basis. The company

is also strongly committed to developing its staff, who owns 10%

of the business through a staff ownership scheme.


Ocean Encounters: The ecological adventure leaves from Central

Beach and heads east past the bird sanctuary and Keurbooms

beach to Arch Rock. Usually, the participants encounter Bottleno-

se and the rare Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphins as well as some

shark species. From Arch Rock, the tour goes into the middle of

the Bay where pelagic seabirds are normally to be found. Out the-

re, the resident Bryde‘s whales may be seen, as well as Common

Dolphins or Southern Right and Humpback whales during their

season. At the point of Robberg Peninsula and out to the Wild

side are often groups of whales and pods of dolphins to see. The

group heads back along the Robberg beach.

Sea Kayaking: Kayak with an experienced guide from Central

Beach to Robberg Nature Reserve. This is an amazing experience

and the participant will kayak with dolphins right close by. When

reaching Robberg Nature Reserve the guest will kayak amongst

the seals at the seal colony. The guide will introduce the guest to

Robberg Nature Reserve and the wonderful marine life in the bay.

In whale season one will encounter these majestic mammals on

the tour. All equipment is provided and beginners are welcome.

Township Tours: Ocean Blue Adventures and the Qolweni

Community Development Trust offer guests a unique experience

through the heart of the Qolweni Community settlement surround-

ed by breathtaking views of the Tsitsikamma Mountains.

Ocean Blue Adventures.

Western Cape

Name

Marine Dynamics

Address

P.O. Box 78

Gansbaai

7220 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 28 384 1005

Fax

+27 28 384 0614

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.sharkwatchsa.com

Contact

Soné Boshoff

Introduction

Marine Dynamics aspires to give you the best experience of Great

White Sharks offered by the experienced crew in white shark cage

diving.


Marine Dynamics is a diving operation specialising in encounters

with the Great White shark (Carcharodon carcharias) based in the

fishing village of Gansbaai, Western Cape, South Africa.


They are extensively involved in marine conservation. Local

school children are exposed to the marine environment through

educational tours and rural women are supported through the

Nolwandle craft project.


Every trip is preceded by a brief introductory talk about the route

and what to look out for. Passengers are fitted with comfortable

inflatable life-jackets.

The anchor is lowered, the cage goes into the water, a scent trial

is made, and settles down. Final preparations for the diving are

made and the rest of the day is spent watching, diving and enjoy-

ing the day.

Marine Dynamics.

Western Cape


Name

White Shark Projects

Address

Postnet Suite 40

Private Bag X16

Hermanus

7200 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 405 4537

Fax

+27 86 694 6895

Email

bookings

@whitesharkprojects.co.za

charmaine

@whitesharkprojects.co.za

Website

whitesharkprojects.co.za

Contact

Charmaine Beukes

Introduction

White Shark Projects, winner of the 2008 Imvelo Responsible

Tourism Award in the Waste Management category, is owned and

managed by three South African women. This world-leading tou-

rism product focuses on the conservation of Great White Sharks

through responsible tourism and research.


The white shark project is nestled at the foot of the Dynefontein

Mountains in Gansbaai, an unpretentious village situated between

the towns of Hermanus and Pearly beach on the most magnificent

coastline of the Western Cape.


White Shark Projects is strongly committed to community deve-

lopment and upliftment. Staff members are all recruited from the

local area, while local scholars benefit from ongoing tourism and

environmental awareness programmes that promote a culture of

responsibility for marine biodiversity and the environment.

White Shark Projects is strongly committed to community deve-

lopment and upliftment. Staff members are all recruited from the

local area, while local scholars benefit from ongoing tourism and

environmental awareness programmes that promote a culture of

responsibility for marine biodiversity and the environment.

The White Shark Recycle Swop-Shop is an initiative by White

Shark Projects in Maskehane, Gansbaai. The Swop-Shop is a

recycling project encouraging local children to collect recyclab-

le waste such as bottles, tins and plastics in the community, at

school or in their homes. They swop bags of waste at the Swop

Shop in return for points that can be “spent” on much needed

items like school stationery or clothes.


Shark diving: Groups of 4 – 5 people enter the cage and spend

about 20 minutes face to face with the sharks.

White Shark Projects.

Western Cape

Name

Ocean Safaris

Address

P.O. Box 2194

Plettenberg Bay

6600 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 44 533 4963

Fax

+27 44 533 0479

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.oceansafaris.co.za

Contact

Pamela Bates

Introduction

Ocean Safaris is a legally permitted boat based whale, dolphin

and seal watching company.


The company is based in Plettenberg Bay on the Garden route of

Western Cape.


Ocean Safaris strives to reduce their carbon emissions and

impact on the environment where possible. The emissions that

cannot be eliminated are offset by the Green Ticket who has

certified Ocean Safaris as Carbon Neutral. The Green Ticket is an

NPO aimed to promote environmental awareness through refo-

restation and carbon sequestration initiatives. The objectives are

to promote the conservation and sustainable use of the natural

resources and to promote co-operation between all people and

conservation agencies concerned about the environment and to

initiate and develop environmental education, conservation and

skills development projects.


Due to the seasonal occurrence of certain species, Africa‘s Ocean

Safaris offers a choice of two different marine tours, each running

for between one and a half and two hours. Trips can be arranged

for groups of 6 or more passengers, depending on the season.

Throughout the year, Ocean Safaris offers the Discovery Cruise.

On this cruise they typically look for dolphins and visit the seal

colony on the Robberg Peninsula. The trip is preceded by a

briefing by the guide/skipper at the shop after all passengers have

checked in. Once all have been equipped with lifejackets and a

last visit to the loo, they take a short walk to the boats.

Each trip is different and as such there is no defined route that

they follow in search of cetaceans. This will be decided by the

crew in consultation with other vessels in the area, recent sighting

and prevailing weather conditions.

Ocean Safaris.

Western Cape


Name

!Khwa ttu San Culture and

Education Centre

Address

P.O. Box 348

Yzerfontein

7351 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 22 492 2998

Fax

+27 22 492 3566

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.khwattu.org

Contact

Michael Daiber

Introduction

The aim of !Khwa ttu is to educate the general public about the

world of the San and to restore San heritage through socio-eco-

nomic and cultural activities.


!Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre is situated 70 km

north-west of Cape Town.


!Khwa ttu practices responsible tourism by providing training and

education to the San people involved with the centre in a number

of areas including hospitality skills, heritage management and

cultural tourism, craft shop management, English communication

and literacy skills, as well as supporting the production of San

crafts. San trained directly by !Khwa ttu are encouraged to share

their newly acquired skills and knowledge with the wider San

community.


The rehabilitation of the fynbos and renosterveld flora and fauna

has been one of the other priorities of !Khwa ttu. The business has

focused on the eradication of invasive alien plant species as well

as the introduction of indigenous fauna to the land. The centre has

also established a garden trail, which is a place for learning, infor-

mation sharing and entertainment for visitors as well as a living

classroom for up and coming San tourist guides.

Gathering trail: An unforgettable walk on a remarkable trail with

a guide who explains the traditional uses of some of the over

100 edible and medicinal fynbos plants. The trail begins with an

outdoor exhibition that includes unique paintings by San artists

and a storyline visualised by photographs. It ends at the replica

traditional village with fascinating demonstrations. Learning about

the San’s click languages at the replica traditional village will leave

ever-lasting impressions.

Hunting trail: A ride with an open vehicle provides you with brea-

thtaking vistas. Continue by foot and be fascinated by the guide’s

remarkable knowledge of game and their tracking skills, learn

how to set a snare, store water or using a bow and arrow. Visit

a replica traditional village for an extraordinary glimpse into the

San’s storytelling and a demonstration of fire making jewellery-

production.

!Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre.

Western Cape

Name

Dreamcatcher – The Alterna-

tive Winelands Tour

Address

P.O. Box 135

Stilbaai

6674 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 696 6004

Fax

+27 86 542 5566

Email

travel

@traveldreamcatcher.com

Website

traveldreamcatcher.com

Contact

Anthea Rossouw

Introduction

The Alternative Winelands Tour, facilitated by Dreamcatcher, offers

a heart-warming and educational alternative to the mainstream

Cape Winelands experience.


Visitors on the Alternative Winelands Tour are encouraged to leave

the community environment as they would like to find it; this is

actively communicated through Dreamcatcher’s literature and a

pre-tour briefing offered by local tourist guides. Local entrepreneurs

are encouraged to reduce their own environmental impacts as well

as to educate their wider communities on environmental awareness

and waste management. Installation of the first solar geysers at the

Kamamma Homestays and Cook-up venues has commenced and

will continue until all entrepreneurs have replaced electrical geysers

with solar hot water systems. Turning waste into resources through

water-saving, recycling and replacing alien plants with indigenous

vegetation is on Dreamcatcher’s training agenda for 2010.


The tour features insights into the lives of labourers who worked

the land during the establishment of the Western Cape’s wine es-

tates enabling visitors to learn about the challenges of hostel and

farm life and how the community has developed to present day.

The tour visits wine estates that have demonstrated a commit-

ment to employees (such as providing access to land and techni-

cal assistance to start their own wine label) and features a unique

opportunity to prepare (and sample!) traditional food during a

“cook-up with the Kamammas” – women from the local area.

Dreamcatcher – The Alternative Winelands Tour.

Western Cape


Name

Uthando South Africa

Address

3 Leraar Road

Harfield Village, Cape Town

7708 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 683 8523

Fax

+27 21 683 8520

Email

[email protected]

[email protected]

Website

www.uthandosa.org

Contact

James Fernie

Introduction

Uthando South Africa (Love) is a non-profit organisation while also

being a truly unique Responsible Tourism Initiative.


Uthando is based in Cape Town.


The mission of Uthando South Africa is to provide a platform and

infrastructure to raise funds from individuals, groups and organi-

sations who have an interest in the region. The money generated

supports a broad range of grass roots, community based, sustai-

nable, innovative and empowerment projects with substantial and

enduring value to the most destitute and marginalized communi-

ties in South Africa.

In addition Uthando aims to provide tourists with an authentic

introduction to the social problems confronting so many South

Africans, and the innovative and truly inspirational ways in which

these problems are being handled.

Projects

Uthando South Africa supports or is developing a programme of

support for community projects in the following sectors:

Abused women and children / domestic violence •

Agriculture and food gardens •

Animal welfare •

Human development through arts/culture and sport •

Children and educare •

Disabilities •

Drug and alcohol abuse •

Education •

Elderly and ageing •

Environmental and green •

Farmworkers and rural development •

HIV / AIDS •

Housing / Shelter •

Nutrition •

Population health •

Prisoner rehabilitation •

Reconciliation and human rights development •

Refugees and migrants •

Skills development and empowerment •

Sustainable economic development •

Unemployment •

Uthando South Africa.

Western Cape

Name

Soekershof Private Mazes &

Botanical Gardens

Address

P.O. Box 291

Klaas Voogds West

Robertson

6705 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 23 626 4134

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.soekershof.com

Contact

Herman van Bon

Introduction

Soekershof; Private Mazes & Botanical Gardens in South Africa

represents a globally unique concept of an entertaining and inspi-

rational interactive exploration of Life in Mazes and Gardens.


For the broad-minded personalities always in search of the

unusual there is Soekershof Walkabout in Klaas Voogds West

between Robertson and Ashton. ‚Weird but Passionate‘ hosts;

great stories; a wealth of plant life; the worlds‘ largest hedge-ma-

ze; time-travel with Albert Einstein; a stone-age cinema; the New

South African Handshake; philosophers garden and, of course,

the highly acclaimed succulent gardens with more than 2400

different species from all over the world in the unprotected open

air. Visitors can earn a memorable reward by fulfilling a quest in

the Klaas Voogds Maze.


Soekershof is a unique attraction that is based on providing

concrete benefits for its staff and other local stakeholders, while

also investing in the conservation of biodiversity. The business has

developed a workplace culture that is based on mutual respect and

communicating with one another on an equal level. Training provi-

ded to staff enables them to obtain national qualifications.


The original succulent garden has been restored and extended to

the point where the garden today comprises in excess of 2’400

varying succulents, including cacti and other exotics that are

uniquely kept in the unprotected open air. The visitor’s centre

houses, among various delights, exclusive handcrafted gifts by

local artists. Full moon walks, corporate teambuilding, tea and

light snacks complete the experience.

Besides, Soekershof also incorporates a Philosophers Garden

and the largest hedge-maze in the world. This Klaas Voogds Maze

is not a maze in the traditional perception. It is a maze like life;

walking from one story into another. The stories (local folklore) are

visualised with objects towering above the hedges but as in life

there are also a few things visitors have to find in order to earn a

memorable reward.

Soekershof Private Mazes & Botanical Gardens.

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Eastern Cape.You can surf the world’s biggest waves, ski down the only snow slopes in

Africa, go on a ‘big seven’ safari, visit the birthplace of Nelson Mandela and

bungee the highest bridge in the southern hemisphere. The Eastern Cape

landscape ranges from the dry desolate Great Karoo to the steamy forests

of the Wild Coast and the Keiskamma Valley. The area also embraces the

fertile Langkloof, well-known for its rich apple harvests and is cradled by

the mountainous southern Drakensberg.

Accommodation

Bulungula Lodge 44

Coffee Shack Backpackers 45

Leeuwenbosch Country House 46

Masakala Guesthouse 47

Reed Valley Inn & Bush Lodge 48

Safari Lodge on Amakhala Game Reserve 49

The Dunes Country House 50

Woodbury Lodge 51

Tour Operator

Calabash Tours 52

Stormsriver Adventures 53

Other Activities

Mehloding Adventure Trail 54

For more information: www.ecprov.gov.zaEastern Cape


Eastern Cape

Name

Coffee Shack Backpackers

Address

P.O. Box 687

Mquanduli

5080 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 47 575 2048

Fax

+27 86 503 2724

Email

happydays

@coffeeshack.co.za

Website

www.coffeeshack.co.za

Contact

Dave Malherbe

Introduction

The Coffee Shack is a genuine and unaffected Mecca for fun-

loving travellers. Coffee Shack is a backpackers tropical paradi-

se located right on the beach at the Bomvu River mouth in the

Transkei, an area governed by traditional tribal authorities. We

have a reputation of being a fun, good-value hostel with excellent

facilities and professional staff.


Coffee Shack Backpackers is located in the scenic Coffee Bay

region of the Wild Coast in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Coffee

Shack strives to create an unforgettable travel experience for

visitors, enhanced by the natural surroundings and the chance

to interact meaningfully with local Xhosa people.


Employees at Coffee Shack come from the adjacent Tshezi com-

munity, and the business helps staff to advance within the busi-

ness through ongoing training programs. To spread the benefits

of tourism as widely as possible, operational goods are acquired

from local suppliers, especially fresh produce, guaranteeing a Fair

Share to all involved in the business. Coffee Shack is 30% owned

by the Tshezi community, in the form of a community trust.

Hotel

Coffee Shack offers camping, dorms, doubles and self-catering

accommodation. Dinners are usually fresh seafood, while various

day trips and activities can be arranged. Evening entertainment

usually entails sitting around campfires listening to local choirs,

story-tellers and relaxing with other guests.


Spend your days with Lindani on one of the many day trips, or

having free surf lessons with Dave. Or just relax in the treetop

hammock, before joining a spectacular sundowner or being enter-

tained by the many local choirs who frequent the Shack. Evenings

are spent rocking around the free pool table in the Babalaza Bar,

or just chilling around our nightly campfire.

Coffee Shack Backpackers offers day trips every day that the

weather allows. These range from beach outings to cultural

experiences, adventurous abseiling drops and coastal hikes with

qualified guides.

Coffee Shack Backpackers.

Eastern Cape

Name

Bulungula Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 345

Elliotdale

5070 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 47 577 8900

Fax

+27 86 653 1327

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.bulungula.com

Contact

Dave Martin

Introduction

The Bulungula Lodge is an eco-friendly backpacker’s lodge in

arguably one of the most beautiful places in South Africa, the

majestic Wild Coast. The Lodge is based on a joint venture

partnership between a South African entrepreneur and the Xhosa-

speaking Nqileni community.


The lodge is surrounded by beach, forest, lagoons, rolling hills,

dolphins and whales. The sky is so clear, that the Lodge guaran-

tees shooting stars. Any guest who is able to look at the night’s

sky for half an hour without seeing one, gets to stay one night for

free.


Bulungula has helped the Nqileni community to start a number of

100% community-owned and run business including horse riding,

canoeing, fishing, guiding, baking, sewing, cooking, wood-carving

and environmental protection projects. These activities have crea-

ted jobs and income for 33 families. The Nqileni village further owns

40 % of the lodge and are an integral part of the daily life there.

Bulungula has established a number of HIV awareness programs

and helps local residents to access antiretroviral treatment at the

local clinic. The community is undergoing intensive training on

permaculture and organic farming to improve nutrition and create

surpluses that can be sold to the lodge restaurant.

Hotel

The Hotel runs on solar power and has 10 beautifully decorated

huts with 2 or 4 beds positioned for great sea and forest views.

At the backpack, it is possible to eat three meals for a very reaso-

nable price. They cook excellent meat or vegetarian options every

day.


The community offers various activities including canoe trips up

the beautiful Xhora River where Kamikaze fish may jump into

your boat and Malachite kingfishers hunt in the forested cliffs

upstream. Guests are also able to experience the unique biodiver-

sity of the Wild Coast including ancient cycad trees.

Bulungula Lodge.


Name

Masakala Guesthouse

Address

P.O. Box 406

Matatiele

4730 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 39 737 3289

Fax

+27 39 737 3289

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.mehloding.co.za

Contact

Thakane Moorosi

Introduction

The Mehloding Community Tourism Trust (MCTT), founded

in 2002 and representing more than 25 villages in the area,

owns the guesthouse and a nearby adventure trail is still under

development.


The guesthouse is situated in the rural village of Masakala, in

the southern Drakensberg Mountains on the borders of KwaZulu

Natal, southern Lesotho and Eastern Cape.


Masakala Guesthouse, a community based tourism establish-

ment, won in the category of Best Practice Economic Impact, and

has been FTTSA-certified since May 2004. Masakala is committed

to staff training, soil and water conservation, and local procure-

ment with an emphasis on goods and services provided within

an 8 km radius. Representing Masakala were Nomonde Makaula,

Operations Officer, and Thembinkosi Masophi, Chairperson of the

Mehloding Community Tourism Trust, who were ecstatic with their

win. “We are a little surprised and overwhelmed, but extremely

happy,” said Nomonde.

Hotel

Masakala opened for business in 2002 and offers up to 12 guests

comfortable accommodation in two rondavels. The guesthouse

serves traditional breakfast and dinner some of which is grown

organically. There are also possibilities to cook for yourself.

Additionally they offer cultural entertainment, craft sales, guided

tours to rock art and visit local projects and optional hiking trail.

Masakala also provides meeting and workshop facilities, including

catering, primarily for local government and local non-governmen-

tal organisations (NGO’s).


Tourists have the opportunity to interact with nature and culture

e.g. to visit local rock art and explore indigenous flora and fauna.

The guesthouse also generates ad hoc employment for village-

based tourist guides, who facilitate walking tours for guests to

view rock art, bird watching, horse riding and cultural entertain-

ment. Guests also have the possibility to visit community-based

development projects and purchase locally produced crafts.

Guesthouse purchases for goods and services are made within

an eight kilometre radius, which includes the town of Matatiele.

Masakala Guesthouse.

Eastern Cape

Name

Leeuwenbosch Country

House on Amakhala Game

Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 625

Grahamstown

6140 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 46 636 2750

Fax

+27 86 650 2984

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.amakhala.co.za

Contact

Julie Newcombe

Introduction

The historical colonial manor house Leeuwenbosch Country

House was built in 1908. It offers true country living in every

sense.


Leeuwenbosch Country House is situated 60km east of Port

Elizabeth in the direction of Grahamstown in the 7500 hectare

Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.


Each lodge within Amakhala contributes to a collective fund for

education and uplifts their staff through training. The collective

focuses strongly on HIV/AIDS by investing time and financial re-

sources to support an orphanage and by facilitating staff educa-

tion as well as voluntary counseling and testing. The lodges also

support community-based suppliers including a sewing business

and candle making business in set up process. Amakhala is the

only reserve in the Eastern Cape to have been awarded Fair Trade

in Tourism (FTTSA) certification.

Hotel / Excursions / Activities

Amakhala Game Reserve is a fully inclusive reserve. The rates

charged include accommodation, meals and 2 game activities per

day. The 3 day Tuskers Package includes morning game drive and

breakfast in Addo Elephant National Park and an hour visit to the

Born Free Sanctuary.

The Country House on Leeuwenbosch caters for the whole family.

They offer two family suites, baby sitting services and a children’s

programme. A quaint Chapel in the grounds provides the perfect

setting for an African Wedding!

Leeuwenbosch Country House.

Eastern Cape


Name

Safari Lodge on Amakhala

Game Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 625

Grahamstown

6140 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 46 636 2750

Fax

+27 86 694 6895

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.amakhala.co.za

Contact

Julie Newcombe

Introduction

This romantic thatched lodge is owned and managed by Mike and

Justine Weeks. Safari Lodge is a five star graded romantic that-

ched lodge with luxury safari huts inspired by African tribal design.


The Safari Lodge is tucked away in a valley of indigenous bush

at the northern boundary of the 7000 hectare Amakhala Game

Reserve.

Fair trade in tourism

Each lodge within Amakhala contributes to a collective fund for

education and uplifts their staff through training. The collective

focuses strongly on HIV/Aids by investing time and financial re-

sources to support an orphanage and by facilitating staff educa-

tion as well as voluntary counseling and testing. The lodges also

support community-based suppliers including a sewing business

and candle making business in set up process.

Hotel

The Safari Lodge accommodates 22 people in 11 luxury suites,

complete with private plunge pools and separate lounge areas.

Canvas drop blinds open up the safari huts and the central lounge

to views of a small waterhole where monkeys come to play and

antelope and zebra to quench their thirst.

You can soak away the heat in a luxurious double bath with the

sights and sounds of nature or splash off the dust in a double

outdoor shower. Large beds draped with mosquito nets, sparkling

wine on ice alongside a double bath filled with aromatherapy

scented bubbles make this a favorite for honeymooners and the

romantic at heart.


The Safari Lodge offers a three day package which, along with

activities on Amakhala, includes a game drive into Addo and a

visit to The Born Free Foundation.

Safari Lodge on Amakhala Game Reserve.

Eastern Cape

Name

Reed Valley Inn & Bush

Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 625

Grahamstown

6140 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 46 636 2750

Fax

+27 86 694 6895

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.amakhala.co.za

Contact

Julie Newcombe

Introduction

Reed Valley is one of the properties within the Eastern Cape’s

Amakhala Game Reserve and owned and managed by Rod and

Tracy Weeks.


Reed Valley is situated 60km east of Port Elizabeth in the direction

of Grahamstown in the boundary of the 7000 hectare Amakhala

Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.


Reed Valley demonstrates commitment to operating in a susta-

inable and responsible manner in a number of ways including

collaboration with other Amakhala properties on conservation and

socio-economic development initiatives. Priority areas include:

HIV/Aids education and awareness raising for staff, their families

and the local community; support for the nearby Isipho HIV/Aids

orphanage; environmental training and education through the

Amakhala Conservation Centre and the “3Cs” (Carbon – Com-

munity – Conservation) programme; as well as support to local

schools. Reed Valley also makes a concerted effort to purchase

as much as possible from the local area, maximising the benefits

of tourism for the local economy.

Hotel

Reed Valley Inn: Reed Valley Inn is nestled in a farmyard and is

comprised of four historic en-suite country rooms, which once

provided rest and safety for the travellers on the mail wagon. Each

room has a separate entrance on to a private patio. Children from

12 years are welcome.

Reed Valley Bush Lodge: The luxurious secluded tented rooms

with private plunge pools, atmospheric fireplace, alfresco double

showers and hot and cold air-conditioners, offer an unforgettable

and exceptional romantic experience. Leisure time can be spent

indulging in professional treatments in the privacy and comfort of

your own suite by an exclusive in-house therapist. Enjoy cuisine

that excites the palate and leaves you needing to explore true

African culture, hosted by local staff that are willing to attend to

your every need. A far cry from the average safari experience, the

Bush Lodge provides undivided, personal attention ensuring your

stay is pleasurable and unforgettable.


The days can be filled with an abundance of adventurous outdoor

game viewing.

Reed Valley Inn & Bush Lodge.

Eastern Cape


Name

Woodbury Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 625

Grahamstown

6140 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 46 636 2750

Fax

+27 86 694 6895

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.amakhala.co.za

Contact

Amber Wicks

Introduction

Woodbury Lodge is a four star graded thatched lodge which over-

looks the abundant wildlife of the Bushman’s River basin. This lodge

is owned and managed by the Gush family.


Woodbury Lodge is one of the lodges that fall under Amakhala

Game Reserve which is 75km east of Port Elizabeth in the direc-

tion of Grahamstown near the Addo National Park.


Woodbury lodge contributes toward a collective fund with other

lodges under Amakhala Game Reserve, for education and uplifts

their staff through training. The collective focuses strongly on

HIV/Aids by investing time and financial resources to support an

orphanage and by facilitating staff education as well as voluntary

counselling and testing. The lodges also support community-

based suppliers including a sewing business and Candle making

business in set up process.

Hotel

Woodbury Lodge: Guests are accommodated in six comfortably

appointed stone-and-thatch sleeping lodges, each with air-

conditioning and en-suite bathroom. The seclusion of the lodges

and the design of the bathrooms and individual outdoor relaxation

areas enable our visitors to enjoy the unique and breathtaking

views at their leisure. Guests are often thrilled by the late after-

noon sighting of the elephant herd passing by.

Woodbury Tented Camp: The centre of the camp is an airy,

thatched entertainment area, where you can soak up the African

sun. Looking out over spectacular views of game-filled plains,

this magical setting provides an outdoor feeling to complement

delicious traditional meals. The tents are comfortably fitted out as

bedrooms with partial en-suite bathrooms.


The days can be filled with an abundance of adventurous outdoor

game viewing.

Woodbury Lodge.

Eastern Cape

Name

The Dunes Country House

Address

P.O. Box 25

St. Francis Bay

6312 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 42 294 1685

Fax

+27 42 294 1687

Email

reservations

@dunesstfrancis.com

Website

www.dunesstfrancis.com

Contact

Chantalle Cook

Introduction

This eco-tourism business is committed to preserving coastal

fynbos and wetlands and facilitates a variety of initiatives to

ensure that staff are treated fairly and local economic benefits

are realised.


The Dunes Country House is a four-star country house based in

the Eastern Cape’s beautiful seaside village of St. Francis Bay.


The Dunes Country House invests in the surrounding area by

buying local goods and supporting local enterprises like Henry’s

vegetable garden. The Dunes has provided Henry – a local entre-

preneur – with a small parcel of land to create a vegetable garden

which is fertilised by The Dunes’ newly installed vermicomposter

(worm farm). Henry provides The Dunes’ kitchen with home grown

produce for staff and guests to enjoy. In addition, The Dunes’

kitchen aims to serve only “sustainable” seafood guided by the

South African Sustainable Seafood Initiative (SASSI).

The Dunes Country House offers an ongoing education program-

me about HIV/AIDS in various languages (English, Afrikaans or

isiXhosa). As a further commitment to its staff, The Dunes invests

in a broad range of skills development including chef training,

spa therapy, First Aid, fire safety, recycling and training on

conservation.

Hotel

Garden Rooms: The individually styled bedrooms are designed

for absolute comfort and privacy. All are decorated with warm,

earthy tones, dark Mahogany woods and textured fabrics. Each

bedroom has its own separate entrance with a private verandah

overlooking the gardens.

Cottage: The Cottage is a free-standing unit, accommodating a

family or partly of four. It has two separate bedrooms and a dedi-

cated lounge area with fireplace, all designed for absolute comfort

and privacy. Decorated in dark Mahogany woods and warm earth

tones, the Cottage is luxurious and spacious making it perfect for

a family stay.


Pool – with pool loungers, canvas umbrellas•

Nature walks – get to enjoy the beautiful flora of the Eastern Cape•

Birds – there are over 100 bird species in the area•

Library – magazines and DVD’s•

The Dunes Country House.

Eastern Cape

Unemployment•


Eastern Cape

Name

Calabash Tours

Address

P.O. Box 71688, Central Hill

Port Elizabeth

6006 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 41 585 6162

Fax

+27 41 585 0985

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.calabashtours.co.za

Contact

Paul Miedema

Introduction

Calabash Tours, established in 1997 in Port Elizabeth, describes

itself as a commercial venture with a strong social agenda Cala-

bash Tours is a young, dynamic company that offers ground-

breaking tours covering both the historical heart of the city as

well as the vibrant black townships and the Xhosa culture.

Site and surrounding

Calabash Tours is situated in Port Elizabeth, the gateway city to

the Eastern Cape. They specialise in the city and its surroundings

and all areas of the province. The Eastern Cape offers the visitor

excellent game viewing opportunities including the big five – lion,

leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant. Home of the Xhosa Nation

and birth place of Nelson Mandela, the province is steeped in Afri-

can history and offers superb examples of urban and rural culture.

Fair trade in Tourism

The Calabash staff complement is drawn from local communities.

Calabash Tours has a number of tour guides from the township

community and most guides were previously unemployed. Procu-

rement is another area that Calabash has identified for its potenti-

al to contribute to the local economy. Calabash tries to purchase

all goods from businesses within a 50 km radius.

The Calabash is famous for its socially and economically respon-

sible tours in the black townships around Port Elizabeth. One of

the objectives of the company is to do indirect development work

through tourism.


Calabash Tours offers township experience with the “Real City

Tour” and the “Shebeen” tour. The “Real City Tour” gives an

overview of the social history of the city. Visitors will also en-

joy the „Shebeen Tour“, an opportunity to relax and meet local

people, understand social issues, play a game of pool and dance

to African rhythms. Further more, they offer also other tours like

African Heritage Tours (3-5 days) or a tour to the Shamwari Game

Reserve.

Calabash Tours.

Eastern Cape

Stormsriver Adventures.

Email

adventure

@gardenroute.co.za

Website

www.stormsriver.com

Contact

Michelle Petzer

Name

Stormsriver Adventures

Address

P.O. Box 116

Stormsriver

6308 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 42 281 1836

Fax

+27 42 281 1609

Introduction

Stormsriver Adventures is a community based eco Adventure

Company situated in the heart of the rural Tsitsikamma in the

Eastern Cape.


Adventure activities take place from the adventure centre in the

scenic little village of Stormsriver which is 75 km from Plettenberg

Bay and 160 km from Port Elizabeth just off the N2.


The company evolved from humble beginnings in 1998 when

the staff compliment was only three. Stormsriver Adventures has

shown a strong commitment to the company Ethos Statement,

ensuring that 84% of the now 80 employees come from the sur-

rounding communities.

Training and development of local staff has been a cornerstone

philosophy of the company, which has largely self funded guide

training amounting to R3 million since 1998. This has capacitated

± 750 community members since 1998. All are qualified.

Stormsriver’s involvement in community development includes

environmental education for local schools, food provision pro-

grammes in schools, development of local crafting, distribution

of clothing to the poor, animal welfare education, and support for

home based care groups.

A recycling initiative is currently being driven by Stormsriver

Adventures. A committed environmental policy is rigidly applied,

ensuring the protection of the surrounding sensitive environment.


Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour: The Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour is a

unique eco-wilderness adventure that takes place in the magnifi-

cent Tsitsikamma indigenous rainforest. The canopy tour invol-

ves traversing from one platform to another along a steel cable

suspended up to 30 meters above the forest floor.

Woodcutters Journey: The journey goes down the old Storms

River pass and experience the indigenous forest from the comfort

of a specially designed vehicle.

Team building and school programmes: The team is well

equipped to handle school groups and all are accredited with SA

Tourism. The company has also been accredited with a „Green

Audit“ which demonstrates the commitment to the environment

and education.


Name

Mehloding Adventure Trail

Address

P.O. Box 406

Matatiele

4730 Eastern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 39 737 3289

Fax

+27 39 737 3289

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.mehloding.co.za

Contact

Thakane Moorosi

Introduction

The Mehloding trail highlights the rich and diverse natural and cultural

heritage of a rural area in the little-explored southern Drakensberg.


The trail traverses through spectacular mountainous foothills and

rural villages, taking in visits to undocumented rock-art, sparkling

streams, indigenous trees, medicinal plants, craft projects, traditi-

onal initiation cave sites, and sometimes the local chiefs. Located

in the relatively unexplored southern Drakensberg, at the junction

of the Eastern Cape, Kwa Zulu Natal and southern Lesotho, the

Mehloding trail takes the visitor on a path of rich and diverse natu-

ral and cultural heritage.


The trail is wholly community owned and supports the Matatiele

community through employment, procurement and social invest-

ment activities.

The chalets and trails are a community based which aspires to

benefit local communities through the provision of employment

opportunities and involvement in sustainable eco-tourism oppor-

tunities. The Mehloding Community Trust which runs the HY-

PERLINK „http://www.mehloding.co.za/masakala.htm“ Masakala

Lodge and the Mehloding Chalets.

Hotel

The Mehloding Chalets: Rustic yet homely, they provide hot

water, flush toilets, separate bedrooms (twin or dormitory) with

linen towels and a communal lounge and kitchen for either self

catering or catered accommodation. All offer private seclusion

with stunning views of mountains and rural scenery. Each chalet

is equipped for 12 people and has permanent staff for daily servi-

cing. Gas cooking facilities and paraffin lamps are provided.

The Mehloding Chalets are an ideal base to explore the local area.


The route traverses spectacular mountainous foothills and rural

villages, taking in visits to ancient rock-art, sparkling streams,

indigenous trees, medicinal plants, craft projects and top of the

world views.

The trail covers 4 days, with 4 overnight stops at simple but

comfortable lodges constructed by local people with traditional

designs and materials. A local guide accompanies all and provides

information on the sights, attractions, local customs and language.

Mehloding Adventure Trail.

Eastern Cape


Kimberley

Upington

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Northern Cape.Home to the ancient San people, the Northern Cape is about wide-open

spaces, an utterly beautiful coastline and a number of unique national

parks offering the tourist a very different experience of the South African

landscape. This province boasts a colourful history and a variety of

cultural tourist attractions and is particularly well known for its incredible

annual floral display that takes place in Namaqualand.

Accommodation

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve 58

For more information: www.northern-cape.gov.zaNorthern Cape


Northern Cape

Name

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 1081

Kuruman

8460 Northern Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 53 781 9211

+27 11 274 2299

Fax

+27 53 781 9238

Email

[email protected]

[email protected]

Website

www.tswalu.com

Contact

Madeleine Goodman

Introduction

Tswalu‘, which in SeTswana means “new beginning” is an anchor

for local economic development in the far northern region of the

Northern Cape Province.


The Reserve is situated at the foot of the Korannaberg Mountains,

some 300 kilometre north west of Kimberley, and covers 1000

km2 of land.


Tswalu is dedicated to its staff and community as well as to the

conservation of the Kalahari. The business has invested conside-

rable resources in community health and education initiatives with

an emphasis on improving adult literacy and providing access to

primary health care.

Hotel

The Motse: The Motse consists of eight spacious legae (a Tswana

word for small house/suite), all designed with a distinct and elegant

African character. The legaes are built of local stone, rich red clay

and typical Kalahari thatch roofs, and together can accommodate

a maximum of 20 people. Six legaes accommodate two guests

each, while two legaes have been designed with HYPERLINK

„http://www.tswalu.com/index.php/the-experience/children“

families in mind, each accommodating four people. Each suite

comprises a spacious bedroom, an en-suite bathroom with both

indoor and outdoor walk-in shower, a large dressing area, an open

fireplace and a private sun deck overlooking a waterhole, often

leading to unique, unplanned game viewing opportunities. Fami-

lies are also welcome at the Motse.

Tarkuni: The accommodation offers five luxury bedrooms with en

suite bathrooms and outdoor heated showers, open plan lounge

and dining room, library, covered patio and swimming pool.

Children are welcome at Tarkuni and families can feel perfectly at

home. Tarkuni offers the luxury of absolute flexibility with a private

game viewing vehicle, as well as a dedicated host and chef.


Tswalu offers lots - from game drives in open vehicles to bush

walks, horseback trails, archery and dune dinners under the stars.

Become close with nature and sleep out under the stars. Hot air

balloon trips over the Kalahari landscape are offered but must

be booked in advance. Special-interest courses in archaeology,

ethno-botany and photography are also available on request.

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve.


Nelspruit

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6364

6566

Mpumalanga.Mpumalanga, which means ‚place where the sun rises’ in the local

languages of Siswati and Zulu is one of South Africa’s tourism hotspots,

loved by both local and international visitors for its beauty and diversity.

This province is home to the Kruger National Park, exquisite panoramic

views, mountains, rivers, caves, trout fishing and birding opportunities,

eco-tourism, adventure holidays and the rich offerings of the local

Ndebele and Swazi cultures.

Accommodation

Djuma Game Reserve 62

Mercure Hotel Nelspruit 63

Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve 64

Singita Kruger National Park 65

Singita Sabi Sand 66

For more information: www.mpumalanga.comMpumalanga


Mpumalanga

Name

Mercure Hotel Nelspruit

Address

P.O. Box 1556

Nelspruit

1200 Mpumalanga

South Africa

Phone

+27 13 741 4222

Fax

+27 13 741 4290

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.mercure.com

www.accorhotels.com

Contact

Reception

Introduction

Mercure Hotels are part of the Accor Hospitality Group, operating



This is a 3-star hotel situated in Mpumalanga’s business centre

of Nelspruit, 25km away from Kruger Mpumalanga International

Airport. It is located within easy access to Kruger National Park

and has 104 suites and studios. All suites are equipped with a

kitchenette.






ness raising programmes.In addition, the Mercure Hotel Group


empowered and Fairtrade suppliers including Thandi Wines and

Bean There Coffee.



Accor Hospitality are sharing power to save energy with the recent

launch of a joint campaign to raise awareness on energy challen-

ges in South Africa. In addition to agreement to participate in an

Eskom project regarding energy-efficiency in hotels, Mercure pro-

perties also take active measures to inform guests of easy steps

that can be taken to save energy and make a difference.

Hotel

Mercure Hotel Nelspruit has 104 rooms, a swimming pool, 5 mee-

ting rooms a restaurant, one bar and WiFi Internet access.


History and national heritage: Aerial Cable Trail (65 km), Chim-

panzee Eden (20 km), Hoedspruit Esc (90 km), Shangaan Village

(60 km), Historic monument Kaapschehoop (25 km).

Sport activities near the hotel: Golf course 18 holes golf

course 9 holes golf practice facilities sauna massage

tanning salon fitness centre outdoor tennis court clay tennis

court squash court table tennis.

Mercure Hotel Nelspruit.

Mpumalanga (Greater Kruger National Park)

Name

Djuma Game Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 338

Hluvukani

1363 Mpumalanga

South Africa

Phone

+27 13 735 5118

Fax

+27 13 735 5070

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.djuma.com

Contact

Charmian Cooke

Introduction

A unique combination of warmth, luxury and wild African beauty

makes Djuma Game Reserve unlike any other place in the world.


Djuma Game Reserve is the northern part of the world famous Sabi

Sand Wildtuin (Game Reserve). There are no game fences between

it and the vast ecosystem that is the Kruger National Park where

African wildlife reigns supreme and man is a temporary visitor.


As well as offering exceptional service in a breathtaking setting,

Djuma has shown a consistent commitment to promoting commu-

nity development and poverty alleviation. This is evident in the

many programmes Djuma has developed that champion local

socio-economic development, such as its support to Buffelshoek

Education Trust in building two local primary schools and a media

training centre for disadvantaged communities.

Projects like the N‘wa Tumberi Day Care Centre are an inspiration

to see and showcase how the Djuma and Shangaan communi-

ties reach across to one another, realising their shared vision – to

conserve the land for future generations, in a way that benefits the

wider community.

Djuma has excelled in creating a workplace culture based on mu-

tual respect and recognition of individual initiative and excellence.

Hotel

At Djuma, guests can experience an authentic safari drive and

see the big five in their natural environment while staying at one of

three luxury game lodges: Bush Lodge, Galago and Vuyatela.

Bush Lodge: 8 luxury thatched chalets – individually situated in

the indigenous gardens

Galago: 5 luxury bedrooms in a bygone African colonial style

All rooms are en-suite, with air-conditioning, overhead fans

Includes fully equipped kitchen with indoor and outdoor cooking

facilities

Vuyathela: 8 exclusive luxury suites, each with separate lounge

and bedroom with dressing room

Spacious bathroom with bath and outdoor shower

Each chalet has a private deck with its own plunge pool


Tours focusing primarily on eco-tourism with the main focus on

wildlife. Guided walks Game drives Bird watching (Vuyathela).

Djuma Game Reserve.


Mpumalanga (Kruger National Park)

Name

Singita Kruger National Park

Address

P.O. Box 23367

Claremont

7735 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 683 3424

Fax

+27 21 683 3502

Email

[email protected]

[email protected]

Website

www.singita.com

Contact

Lindy Rousseau

Introduction

Singita Kruger National Park’s operations offer 2 luxury game

lodges: Lebombo and Sweni Lodges.


Singita Kruger National Park is situated in an exclusive

15’000-hectare concession in the world-renowned Kruger Na-

tional Park. Boasting the highest concentration of wildlife in the

entire park, including the ‘Big 5’, the area is known for its Euphor-

bia trees and majestic Mountain Pride of lions


Singita has consistently shown a commitment to the environ-

ment, as well as to social and community development, launching

its social responsibility programmes with the aim of delivering

tangible results to neighbouring communities by undertaking

projects that empower the local people. To date, a number of

successful projects have come to fruition, including the building of

schools, micro-financing of small businesses, supporting agricul-

tural initiatives as well as training people in the conservation and

hospitality sectors. Singita Kruger National Park also deliberately

manages their lodges in a way that maximises the benefits to

local communities so that they can experience the positive effects

of eco-tourism.

Hotel

Lebombo Lodge: Singita Lebombo Lodge can accommodate 30

guests in 15 suites.

All suites are en-suite with an inside and outside shower, bath,

mini bar and fridge, room safe, air-conditioning, overhead fans,

direct dial telephones and game viewing deck with a day bed. All

the suites have direct dial telephones.

Sweni Lodge: Sweni can accommodate 12 guests in six suites

The luxury air-conditioned suites have floor-to-ceiling glass walls,

luxurious bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, an expansi-

ve living area, mini bar and fridge, room safe and private woo-

den leisure decks with a day bed. All the suites have direct dial

telephones.


Singita Sweni and Lebombo Lodge offer the following activities:

Game drives with professional guides and trackers•

guided safari walks on request•

mountain biking and archery.•

Singita Kruger National Park.


Name

Sabi Sabi Private Game

Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 52665

Saxonwold

2131 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 447 7172

Fax

+27 11 442 0728

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.sabisabi.com

Contact

Jacques Smit

Introduction

Since 1979 guests from all parts of the world have been enthralled

by Africa‘s fabled wildlife in their natural habitat at Sabi Sabi

Private Game Reserve.


Situated on the southern section of the Greater Kruger National

Park, Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve lies within one of South

Africa’s oldest and best-protected conservancies - the exclusive

Sabi Sand Wildtuin.


Sabi Sabi operates on the belief that a wildlife sanctuary will only

survive economic and social pressures by creating employment, ear-

ning foreign currency, paying tax and promoting sustainable tourism.

Sabi Sabi policy ensures the support of local and emerging service

providers through out-sourcing and procurement; and that its

management actively promotes a workplace culture that is based

on respect, participation, and performance excellence.

There are 150 staff at Sabi Sabi, all of whom enjoy the benefit

of programmes that include adult literacy, English proficiency,

business orientation, and HIV/Aids awareness. Sabi Sabi also

supports the local community through initiatives such as the Lilly-

dale Environmental Education Centre and other pioneering natural

resource management schemes.

Hotel

Choose the accommodation from 4 luxurious five star lodges. All

lodges are air-conditioned and all-suite award-winning. Experi-

ence the different atmospheres of yesterday at the turn-of-the-

century, lantern lit, magical Selati Camp (8 suites) at the contem-

porary Bush Lodge (25 suites) and Little Bush Camp (6 suites) or

at the internationally-acclaimed Earth Lodge (13 suites).


Sabi Sabi is renowned for giving guests an unforgettable safari

experience. All safaris are conducted in open land rovers under

the supervision of our highly skilled and trained field guides. There

are two safaris daily – each lasting around 3 hours.

For a different experience guests can opt for a mid-morning

walking safari which reveals a totally different perspective of the

bush. The walking is approximately 2 hours long and guests are

accompanied by an armed field guide.

Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve.



Name

Singita Sabi Sand

Address

P.O. Box 23367

Claremont

7735 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 683 3424

Fax

+27 21 683 3502

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.singita.com

Contact

Pam Richarson

Mark Whitney

Introduction

Singita Sabi Sand offers three exclusive properties, namely Singita

Ebony Lodge, Boulders Lodge and Castleton Camp.


Singita Sabi Sand lies in the heart of South Africa’s Sabi Sands

Game Reserve. The region is renowned for its diversity and

concentration of big game (including the ‘Big 5’) and features

broad, open savannahs interspersed with acacia thornveld, rocky

outcrops and riverine forest.


Singita Sabi Sand has consistently shown a commitment to the

environment, as well as to social and community development,

launching its social responsibility programmes with the aim of

delivering tangible results to neighbouring communities by under-

taking projects that empower the local people. To date, a number

of successful projects have come to fruition, including the building

of schools, micro-financing of small businesses, supporting

agricultural initiatives as well as training people in the conserva-

tion and hospitality sectors. Singita Sabi Sands also deliberately

manages their lodges in a way that maximises the benefits to

local communities so that they can experience the positive effects

of eco-tourism.

Hotel

Ebony Lodge: Twelve suites, all with en suite bathroom and

shower, outside shower, heated private swimming pool, double-

sided fireplace, mini bar and fridge, room mini safe, air-conditio-

ning, overhead fans, private lounge, direct dial telephones and

game-viewing deck.

Boulders Lodge: Twelve suites, all with en suite bathroom and

shower, outside shower, private heated swimming pool, double-

sided fireplace, mini bar and fridge, room mini safe, air-conditio-

ning, overhead fans, private lounge, direct dial telephones and

game-viewing deck.

Castleton Camp: Three double cottages (4 twin rooms and 2

double rooms) with en suite bathrooms. The main farmhouse has

wide verandas and an expansive lounge and dining area.

Excursion / Activities

The epitome of every stay at Singita’s lodges is the luxurious care

one indulges in at the health SPA. Other activities are early mor-

ning game drives; afternoon into spotlight evening game drives in

open Land Rovers; guided bush walks, seasonal and community

tours.

Singita Sabi Sand.


Polokwane

Hoedspruit

Makhado

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73

75

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Limpopo.Straddling the northern Kruger Park, Limpopo province boasts wildlife safa-

ris, nature trails – untamed Africa at its finest. This is the land of wide-open

bushveld, big-sky country, the ever-present thorn tree and the mystical

baobab tree. The Limpopo province also offers up Africa’s wild Edens –

from highveld grassland savannahs to subtropical forests to formidable

mountain ranges.

Accommodation

Kololo Game Reserve 70

Leshiba Wilderness 71

Madi a Thavha Mountain Farm Lodge 72

Motswari Private Game Reserve 73

Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge 74

Umlani Bushcamp 75

For more information: www.limpopo.gov.zaLimpopo


Limpopo

Name

Leshiba Wilderness

Address

P.O. Box 2195

Makhado

0920 Limpopo

South Africa

Phone

+27 15 593 0076

+27 83 444 0456

Fax

+27 86 689 4790

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.lesheba.co.za

Contact

John Rosmarin

Introduction

Leshiba Wilderness aims to offer ecologically sustainable tourism

with the primary focus on experiencing the unique natural environ-

ment of South Africa’s Soutpansberg Mountains together with the

rich culture and heritage of the local Venda people.


Leshiba Wilderness is situated at the top of the Soutpansberg

Mountains, in the heart of old Venda with magnificent views

through the gorge.


Leshiba is a champion of community development and a sup-

porter of the preservation of the rich culture and heritage of the

area through its Centre of Indigenous Knowledge. The business

supports a range of cultural industries including wood carving,

story telling and traditional healing. Leshiba is deeply committed

to biodiversity conservation and is a driving force behind a local

bio-sphere initiative.

A new project is underway to enable local small-scale farmers

to supply fresh produce to the lodge. Ongoing staff training and

consultative management practices form the basis for a positive

workplace culture that is empowering to all staff.

The Soutpansberg‘s natural beauty is matched by the richness of

the Venda culture. This inspired the establishment of a social res-

ponsibility program to preserve traditions including wood carving,

story telling and traditional healing.

Hotel

The Lodge is an authentic Venda village re-created by internatio-

nally renowned artist, Noria Mabasa. This artistic wonderland of

sculpted walls, seating areas, figures and entrances breathes the

mystical spirit of old Venda.

Leshiba Wilderness offers a stay in the exclusive Venda Village

Lodge or in the Hamasha Bush Camp where the two chalets offer

two interleading rooms each with en-suite bathrooms.


For an experience which reflects the soul of Africa walk along the

marked trails, join a game drive or take a horse ride within the

diverse environment. Leshiba is a unique reserve with an abun-

dance of wildlife, including white rhino, the rare brown hyena and

the elusive leopard.

Leshiba Wilderness.

Limpopo

Name

Kololo Game Reserve

Address

Bakkerspas Road

P.O. Box 80

Vaalwater

0530 Limpopo

South Africa

Phone

+27 14 721 9910

Fax

+27 14 721 0922

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.kololo.co.za

Contact

Emlyn Bul

Introduction

Kololo Game Reserve is a fascinating destination with a rich cultu-

ral legacy and a natural splendour.


Kololo Game Reserve is situated in Limpopo in the heart of the

Waterberg biosphere and only 3 hours from Johannesburg Inter-

national Airport.


The Jansen family, owners of Kololo Game Reserve, recognizes

that social development is not the sole responsibility of the South

African government and that social investment by the private sec-

tor is the route to ensuring the development of human potential.

They are committed to capacity building in the local community

through the following programmes:

School bursary and educational programme: Support of an

underprivileged child at The Waterberg Academy (a private school

in Vaalwater) giving the child an above average education. Edu-

cational field trips are conducted with The Waterberg Academy

on Kololo Game Reserve to teach the children about wildlife, con-

servation and the environment. The restaurant facility is offered

annually for fundraising.

Orphans assistance programme: In association with the Water-

berg Welfare Society (WWS), the Vaalwater orphans benefit from a

‚guest support‘ programme. Guests visiting Kololo are requested

to bring along clothes for donation, or to assist by making mo-

netary donations to the orphanage. Please ask the management

how you can help. Kololo hosts an event for the Aids children

once a year and supports a Hospice staff member.

Hotel

Kololo Game Reserve offers different types of accommodation:

Tented Camp, Garden Chalets, Bush Chalets, Kings and Queens

Chalets, Leopards Den Chalet, Oom Piets Chalet and River

Chalets.


A malaria-free area and home to a large variety of game, Kololo is

a perfect safari destination. Visit neighbouring reserves and view

the Big 5 - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, or enjoy a

sneak preview over the fence, from the comfort of your chalet at

Kololo.

Kololo Game Reserve.


Limpopo (Greater Kruger National Park)

Name

Motswari Private Game

Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 67865

Bryanston

2021 Limpopo

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 463 1990

Fax

+27 11 463 1992

Email

reservations

@motswari.co.za

Website

www.motswari.co.za

Contact

Carolyn Smit

Introduction

Motswari (meaning “to conserve and protect”) prides itself on

offering guests a unique and genuine bush experience. All the

staff is passionate about their way of life and guests will be made

to feel a part of this. Sitting around the camp-fire or sipping sun-

downers at a sun-stained waterhole.


“Motswari” is located within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

in the northern Kruger National Park. The lodge offers visitors the

best of Africa: wide horizons, untamed wilderness and plentiful

game. Guests are assured of the best possible game sightings by

qualified rangers and trackers from the local community.


Motswari is strongly committed to its staff and neighbouring

communities, as evidenced in its investments in community health

and education. The lodge also maintains a “family friendly” staff

village, which improves the quality of life for employees and is

also an important strategy for combating HIV infection in the safari

lodge industry.

Hotel

Motswari prides itself on its creature comforts: sumptuous, home-

style cuisine, complemented by luxurious thatched accommoda-

tion and friendly attentive service. Lodge facilities include a tradi-

tional, open-air boma and an art gallery exhibiting original wildlife

art. Accommodation allows for up to 30 guests in 15 luxury en

suite bungalows.

Motswari is also well equipped for conference and incentive

groups. The equipment which is available for conferences inclu-

des TV & VCR, electronic pc projector, flip charts, pan aboard and

white boards.


Of course, the key attraction at Motswari is its‘ wildlife. The game

reserve shares an open 20-kilometre boundary with the world-

renowned Kruger National Park. As such there is a constant flow

of game through the reserve ensuring plenty of excitement during

the game-viewing activities. The rangers and trackers are all pas-

sionate wildlife enthusiasts. Choose the comfort of the open 4x4

vehicles or, for the more adventurous, enjoy the wildlife experi-

ence on foot. Strict game-drive policies are adhered to ensuring

both the wildlife and guests feel relaxed.

Motswari Private Game Reserve.

Limpopo

Name

Madi a Thavha Mountain

Farm Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 383

Louis Trichardt

0920 Limpopo

South Africa

Phone

+27 15 516 0220

Fax

+27 86 648 2924

Email

farmlodge

@mweb.co.za

Website

mountainfarmlodge.com

Contact

Marcelle Bosch

Introduction

Madi a Thavha Mountain Farm Lodge offers comfortable accom-

modation on a farm where guests enjoy tranquil farm life and

impressive views of the natural surroundings.


Madi a Thavha Mountain Farm Lodge is situated in the scenic

Soutpansberg Mountains of Limpopo Province.


Madi a Thavha Mountain Farm Lodge pursues a philosophy of

empowering staff through skills development and ongoing training

in areas such as sewing, craft production, business skills and HIV/

Aids awareness, to name a few. They are also dedicated to incor-

porating local Venda and Tsonga culture into tourism activities; for

example, local handmade crafts – including wood carvings as well

as textiles made from traditional Venda fabrics – are produced at

the workshop on site or sourced from the area, providing market

access for local forms of art. The lodge is extensively involved

with its surrounding community, in particular through arts and

crafts mentoring programmes, while the entire Madi a Thavha

team participates in on site environmental education activities

and is actively engaged in the removal of alien plants from the

property.

Hotel

Madi a Thavha provides a wide range of services: bed and break-

fast, full boarding, and self catering for up to 16 people. The ac-

commodation consists of guest houses with self catering facilities,

guest rooms and camping facilities. The guest houses and rooms

are located in or around the original farm house, all with mountain

view. The farm house includes a lounge and dining room, open

plan kitchen, reception, craft shop, verandas, a refreshing swim-

ming pool and garden.


During the stay at Madi a Thavha mountain farm lodge you can

tour through the area. Possibilities include joining one of the

organised tour programmes, explore the area by foot or bike or

develop the own route. Various creative workshops and cultural

performances can be organised by the artists and crafters in the

villages on request. Activities such as star gazing and a visit to

a traditional healer to learn more about medicinal plants are also

possible.

Madi a Thavha Mountain Farm Lodge.


Limpopo

Name

Umlani Bushcamp Reserve

Address

P.O. Box 1435

Sun Valley

7985 Western Cape

South Africa

Phone

+27 21 785 5547

Fax

+27 86 696 8518

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.umlani.com

Contact

Tarryn Mason

Introduction

This authentic camp is the ultimate experience of true wilderness

and seclusion. Only 16 guests can stay in traditional African reed

and thatch huts.


Timbavati Nature Reserve (Umlani Bushcamp) is situated on the

Western boundary of the Kruger National Park and lies between

the Klaserie, Umbabat and Manyeleti reserves. In recent years, the

fences separating Timbavati from the Kruger National Park were

dropped, thus forming a pristine wilderness area of approximately

three million hectares.


Umlani has developed a Youth Leadership programme at Welver-

diend Village, where the majority of staff originates. This program-

me, which is linked to the Wildlife College, entices historically

disadvantaged learners to visit Umlani. There they gain insight

into environmental issues and find out about eco-tourism career

opportunities.

Umlani’s has an exemplary staff HIV / Aids programme, designed

by the local expert Grace Mashaba, featuring awareness work-

shops and one-on-one staff counselling. Umlani also provides

staff with medical care, including the right to consult a traditional

healer, which is aligned to the FTTSA principle of respect for hu-

man and cultural rights, as well as for the environment.

Hotel

Each hut has en-suite facilities including an open-air bush shower

fuelled by wood fires. The hut is comfortably fitted with white

mosquito nets, crisp white linen and towels as well as with stan-

dard bathroom amenities, bottled water (although the tap water is

perfectly safe to drink) and insect repellent. Umlani‘s philosophy

of simplistic luxury and ‚getting back to nature‘ is enhanced by

the romance of operating without electricity, so each hut and the

entire camp is lit by oil lamps, providing a warm and romantic

atmosphere.


Umlani offers two game drives per day in open top Land Rovers.

The morning game drive will leave at dawn and the night drive will

leave in the late afternoon. There is always a ranger on stand-by

for an optional morning bush walk. During the day, guests can

go on short walks with the ranger after breakfast or lounge in the

hammocks around the swimming pool.

Umlani Bushcamp.

Limpopo

Name

Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 560

Louis Trichardt

0920 Limpopo

South Africa

Phone

+27 15 556 3406

Fax

+27 15 556 3413

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.shiluvari.com

Contact

Michel Girardin

Introduction

Shiluvari offers the discerning tourist a base from which to explore

the diverse and culturally rich region of the Soutpansberg.


Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge is situated at Elim in the northern

reaches of the Limpopo Province. The lodge is 120 km from the

Punda Maria Gate, Kruger National Park and 100 km from Beit

Bridge, Zimbabwean border. Further more 100 km from gateway

International Airport, Pietersburg or 23 km from private airforce

base Louise Trichardt.


Shiluvari is passionate about the growing tourism in the area. Ma-

nagement works towards this through its partnerships with local

and provincial stakeholders. One of Shiluvari’s most significant

achievements in this regard has been its success, in association

with the numerous artists that live in the area, in establishing the

Ribolla Tourism Association which collectively markets the areas

wide array of tourist attractions.

The management of Shiluvari has worked conscientiously to build

a culture of staff participation and education and the impact of

these efforts upon the personal growth and career development

of staff is apparent.

Hotel

Shiluvari’s cool, thatched chalets, all offer a sweeping view of the

Albasini Dam and mountains. The lodge welcomes you to the

heart of ancient Venda a region of sacred forests, holy lakes, and

the promise to restore your natural rhythm. On site facilities inclu-

de lakeside swimming pool, Wood Owl country restaurant, Hog

& Hound pub and lounge, artist’s shed and outdoor wraparound

terrace overlooking the dam. Shiluvari has its own swimming pool

and a motorised raft which is used for sunset cruises along the

Levubu River.


Daytrip to the Kruger National Park or the Ben Lavin Nature Re-

serve are offered and in the surroundings mountain bike trails are

available. Hiking trails in the Soutpansberg and Hangklip moun-

tains are organized by the hotel. Tourists can also spend their day

birdwatching. Shiluvari has recorded over 140 bird species on its

property. Other things to see are the arts and crafts route, Venda

Legends Route, the Baobab Meander and the Messina Nature

Reserve.

Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge.


Accommodation

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge 78

Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari 79

Thakadu River Camp 80

Tuningi Safari Lodge 81

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Mafikeng

North West Province.The North West Province is a must see destination. The province offers

some of the finest game reserves, cultural sights, archaeological treasures

as well as entertainment resorts. Further more, the North West is all about

the authentic African bush experience and it is the hot, dry African climate

which is truly unique. This province offers also unique opportunities for

white water rafting, canoeing, diving, hot air ballooning, hiking, fishing, rock

climbing, abseiling, hunting, apart from conventional sport like golf or other

outdoor activities like bird watching. For exciting and rare bird viewing op-

portunities, visit the numerous birding venues, albeit on foot, in a hide or

on canoe. South Africa ranks as one of the top birding destinations in the

world - the North West being no exception.


North West Province

Name

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 4617

Halfway House

1685 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 805 9995

Fax

+27 11 805 0687

Email

reservations

@buffaloridgesafari.com

Website

www.buffaloridgesafari.com

Contact

Kate Naughton

Introduction

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge is owned by the rural Balete commu-

nity, who hold lease rights in Madikwe through an agreement with

the North West Parks and Tourism Board (NWPTB). Buffalo Ridge

is operated by the Madikwe Collection, which provides expertise

and skills transfer that the community requires for making their

business work.


The five-star lodge is situated in the west of the Big 5, malaria free,

Madikwe Game Reserve in the North West Province.


The lodge is staffed by people from the village and the rigo-

rous training programme has been designed to ensure that they

develop the skills to manage their own lodge within a 15-year

time frame. In the interim, lease payments are covered and fair

payments based on business volumes are transferred to the

community for future investment in the village and its people.

Hotel

The lodge has 8 suites, each with its own viewing deck, decorated

in natural hues of colour and texture, offering a very private and

luxurious experience. The thatched suites, with sliding doors from

each room and shower, allow the guest to experience a oneness

with the bushveld.


Madikwe Game Reserve is home to a tremendous diversity of

fauna and flora, including both the black and white rhino, buffalo,

elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and wild dog. The lodge is a superb

open vehicle safari destination where guests are accompanied by

well-trained and informative rangers who are able to interpret the

many encounters whilst on safari.

Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge.

North West Province

Name

Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari

Residence

Address

P.O. Box 91

Nietverdiend

2874 North West Province

South Africa

Phone

+27 82 787 1314

Fax

+27 86 671 6125

Email

reservations

@royalmadikwe.com

Website

www.royalmadikwe.com

Contact

Riaan Kruger

Introduction

The Royal Madikwe offers nothing short of luxurious hospitality

and spectacular wildlife encounters. It therefore extends the per-

fect invitation to make a worthwhile difference, by simply having

a superb holiday.


Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari Residence, situated in the Madikwe

Private Game Reserve, is the first establishment in the North West

Province to be certified by FTTSA.


Royal Madikwe is an intimate lodge run by a close-knit team.

The workplace culture is based on participation and democratic

decision-making and provides space for staff to air their views.

The business embodies the Fair Trade in Tourism principles of

democracy and transparency.

An economic vehicle is created for the greater purpose of making

a real difference as twenty percent of all profit generated through

this commercial endeavour, will be made available for reinvest-

ment into local community projects.

Royal Madikwe is involved in philanthropic activities with an

emphasis on community health and education. A recent project

supplied a rural primary school with playground equipment.

Hotel

The five star luxury residence can accommodate a maximum of

10 guests with a variety of suite options:

4 x luxury double suites: Furnished with four poster bed, mini

bar, fireplace, air conditioner/heater, ensuite bathroom, indoor and

outdoor shower, private plunge pool, elevated sun deck

1 x luxury twin suite: Furnished with mini bar, fireplace, air

conditioner/heater, ensuite bathroom, indoor and outdoor shower,

private plunge pool, elevated sun deck

1 x luxury family suite: Situated within the main lodge, consisting

of 1 x twin room with ensuite shower room, 1 x double room with

an ensuite bathroom


Due to the great bio-diversity of the reserve, there are more than

28 mammal species, 350 bird species and a very interesting varie-

ty of plant life to discover.

Herds of buffalo and elephant, prides of lion, the illusive leopard

and great antelope roam the 76 000 hectare Madikwe game reser-

ve, which is one of the finest places viewing wild dog in the world.

Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari Residence.


North West Province

Name

Thakadu River Camp

Address

P.O. Box 4617

Halfway House

1685 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 805 9995

Fax

+27 11 805 0687

Email

reservations

@thakadurivercamp.com

[email protected]

Website

www.thakadurivercamp.com

Contact

Kate Naughton

Introduction

Thakadu River Camp is a five star wholly community-owned ten-

ted safari camp within Madikwe Game Reserve in the North West

Province.


The main camp is located between the Marico River and a small

tributary of the Marico.


Thakadu is an eco-tourism partnership between the North West

Parks and Tourism Board, the Molatedi community and The

Madikwe Collection. This pioneering partnership concept is an

innovative approach to community development in South Africa

whereby (in the case of Thakadu) the community owns the assets

and outsources various operational aspects with a skills transfer

objective.

Hotel

The camp is set within the riverine canopy along the banks of the

Marico River and comprises twelve tented suites, each with their

own viewing deck overlooking the river. The tents are large and

spacious and are wonderfully decorated and appointed. Within

the canvas frame, the interior is uniquely designed to incorporate

a full bathroom. Each tent has a sliding door that opens onto a

private deck overlooking the river. Of the twelve tented suites,

four are family units, each with an extra sleeper couch catering

for children.


The camp is a superb open vehicle safari destination where

guests are accompanied by well-trained and informative rangers

who are able to interpret the many encounters whilst on safari.

Madikwe is home to a tremendous diversity of fauna and flora,

including both black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, leo-

pard, cheetah and wild dog.

Thakadu River Camp.

Name

Tuningi Safari Lodge

Address

P.O. Box 4617

Halfway House

1685 Gauteng

South Africa

Phone

+27 11 805 9995

Fax

+27 11 805 0687

Email

reservations

@royalmadikwe.com

[email protected]

Website

www.tuningi.com

Contact

Kate Naughton

Introduction

Tuningi Safari Lodge is an elegant five star lodge.


The lodge set in a tranquil valley in the magnificent Big 5, malaria

free Madikwe Game Reserve in the North West Province.


Madikwe is special in that its conception was a tactic to save

the area from poverty and so was born out of a sense of social

responsibility. The communities in the area have not only been

involved in contributing to the project but also benefited greatly

from the jobs that the reserve has created.

Hotel

Tuningi Safari Lodge can accommodate 16 (sixteen) guests in

exclusive villas and the lodge itself has been designed in such a

way that it can be divided for families, intimate groups or VIP’s

in search of utter privacy - a concept that is unique to Tuningi.

All rooms at Tuningi and Little Tuningi have air conditioning, ceiling

fans, gas fireplaces, en-suite bathrooms, beautifully appointed

baths, outdoor rock showers and private wrap around wooden

decks. The design brief was to create space by blending interiors

with the bush through utilising retractable doors and windows

wherever possible.


Tuningi’s game rangers are of course highly qualified but more

than this they have a skill for making guests feel passionate about

the environment and wildlife while offering a unique opportunity

for those willing to be educated on many aspects of wildlife and

bush etiquette either on foot, for those brave enough, or in 4x4

open air vehicles. Lion, elephant, buffalo, white and black rhino,

leopard and the rare and endangered wild dog are only some of

the unique sightings to experience during your stay.

Tuningi Safari Lodge.

North West Province


arbeitskreis tourismus & entwicklung (akte):

www.akte.ch

Ashoka:

www.ashoka.org

Business Enterprises for Sustainable Travel (BEST):

www.sustainabletravel.org

CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation:

www.civicus.org

Eldis - Gateway to Development Information:

www.eldis.org

Fair Trade Resource Network:

www.fairtraderesource.org

Fair Trade South Africa:

www.ftsa.org.za

Fair Tourism Association:

www.reilumatkailu.meizo.com

Green Travel Market:

www.greentravelmarket.info

International Institute for Sustainable Development:

www.iisd.org

International Institute for Peace through Tourism:

www.iipt.org

International Tourism Partnership:

www.internationaltourismpartnership.org

IUCN - The World Conservation Union:

www.iucn.org

Journal of Fair Trade Studies – Products and Services:

www.fairtradestudies.com

Partners in Responsible Tourism (PIRT):

www.pirt.org

Pro-Poor Tourism:

www.propoortourism.org.uk

ResponsibleTravel.com:

www.responsibletravel.com

SATIB RISK SOLUTIONS:

www.satib.co.za

South African Tourism:

www.southafrica.net

South Africa.info:

www.southfrica.info

Talking Travel Africa:

www.talkingtravel.co.za

Tearfund:

www.tearfund.org

The International Centre for Responsible Tourism:

www.icrtourism.org

The United Nations Environment Programme:

www.unep.fr/scp/tourism

The Responsible Tourism Partnership:

www.responsibletourismpartnership.org

The Travel Foundation:

www.thetravelfoundation.org.uk

Tourism Concern:

www.tourismconcern.org.uk

Tourism Enterprise Partnership:

www.tep.co.za

Tourism For Tomorrow:

www.tourismfortomorrow.com

Tour Operators Initiative for Sustainable Tourism Development:

www.toinitiative.org

Turismo Justo:

www.turismojusto.org

United Students for Fair Trade:

www.usft.org

Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association

www.wieta.org.za

Worldwatch Institute

www.worldwatch.org

World Tourism Organization (WTO):

www.world-tourism.org

Useful Links.

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