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Gondwana Game Reserve
Western Cape Game Reserve situated outside the charming coastal town of Mossel Bay
Just 4 ½ hours drive from Cape Town Or 1 hour drive away from George
Gondwana Game Reserve
R2750
- Per Person Per Night Sharing
GONDWANA GAME RESERVE – Just 4 ½ hours drive from Cape Town Or 1 hour drive away from George
Family Friendly offer valid until 30Nov20 – TAKE ADVANTAGE of this SPECIAL
Villa Breakaway with Family & Friends
Package includes:
- Accommodation
- Full Board Includes: 3 meals & afternoon tea
- 2 Game Drives daily
You receive even more for the rate – Value adds include:
- Spa voucher of R150 per adult per stay
- Mountain biking (bikes are provided)
- 30% discount voucher on all activities onsite
- Junior Ranger Programme
- Private game drive for 4 adults or more
How much do you pay:
- Adult – R2750 per person per night
- Child (7-12 years) – R1375 per person per night
- Child (0-6 years) – Complimentary
Villa Configuration:
- Exclusive-Use
- 3 or 4 luxury en-suite bedroom Villas
- Max 6 pax in 3 bed Villa OR Max 8 people in 4 bed Villa
Notes:
- Valid until 30 Nov 2020
- Minimum 2 night stay required to book this rate
- The reserve conservation fee is R100 per adult per stay, and R50 per child under 12 years of age per stay
Conditions:
- ** The above rate is valid for South African Residents only.
- **Gondwana also reserves the right to cancel the booking up to 7 days prior if Coronavirus travel advice changes in our area.
- ** Gondwana employees will adhere to stringent COVID-19 hygiene guidelines and all employees and guests will wear a mask in public areas
- ** Game Viewers will not have more than 6 passengers on board at any one time and where possible a private vehicle will be provided for a group of 4 or more.
- Game Drives
- Children under age of 6 not permitted on Game Drives, only on a private vehicle.
- Children under the age of 2 years old are not permitted on a Game Drive for their own safety.
Children:
The Junior Ranger program is included and complimentary for all children staying with their family on a full board or half board package. Children will receive a fun Ranger’s backpack and cool safari booklet to fill in throughout their stay. During game drives and other activities with their ranger, kids will be taught how to identify mammals, birds, Fynbos species, and even stars. They will gain a greater understanding of conservation and our precious eco systems.
On 18 August 2020 Sheldon Hooper – a much loved member of the Thornybush team – was tragically killed by an elephant at The River Lodge. Sheldon was a competent and passionate guide with a great sense of care for both the bush and his fellow man.
Sheldon’s bereft family have courageously initiated a Foundation in memory of Sheldon; the intention is to keep Sheldon’s wishes, dreams and love for the natural world alive and ongoing for future generations to enjoy.
All members of the Thornybush team are fully committed to supporting the Sheldon Hooper Foundation.
The first step is for the Foundation to find its true focus. To assist in achieving this, SATSA members involved in conservation, guiding, tracking and safari travel enthusiasts are asked please participate in the survey https://bat2.iyoq.co.za/SEHF/SEHF.htm.
Thank you in advance for your care and input.
The World Youth Student and Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation is pleased to announce the release of a new publication titled The Youth Travel Industry and COVID-19.
This report provides a summary of survey results derived from the WYSE Travel Confederation COVID-19 Travel Business Impact Survey for the period March – August 2020. The monthly survey asks travel and tourism businesses questions concerning the impact that COVID-19 is having, and is predicted to have, on their business. The six-month review addresses findings related to core questions that were repeated across the monthly surveys, namely:
– Changes in demand
– Top concerns and actions taken in response to COVID-19
– Messaging to consumers
– Business outlook for 2020 and 2021
– Recovery forecast.
The report concludes by highlighting the interconnectedness of different types of businesses dealing in youth, student and educational travel and some important issue areas for all active in the industry to monitor in the coming period.
To download a press copy of the report, please click here.
We’re delighted to invite you to Northern Cape Tourism Authority’s Governance, Market Readiness & Best Practice Training, held in partnership with SATSA.
The virtual training is free of charge and open to any Northern Cape tourism business with Internet access. The event will take place on 4th and 5th of November 2020 between 09:00 and 15:00, and participants will be required to attend both days.
You will learn skills which improve the ability of SMEs to build capacity, increase resilience and improve sustainability so that they can thrive. The two-part workshop blends marketing, collaboration, compliance and creative thinking to assist you in crafting your business recovery and growth strategy.
- If your answer to any of the below is no – we highly recommend that you attend:
- Is your business fully prepared to scale up once travel restrictions are eased
- Have you been able to maintain or build the capacity of your operation during lockdown?
- Can you afford to miss the next tourism up-cycle?
The programme is structured to facilitate the highest levels of access and inclusivity, by facilitating learning and practical application interactions while minimising business interruption.
Your facilitator, an industry leader with more than 20 years in tourism development, is a certified international coach, mentor, entrepreneur and business facilitator, with a solid track record in and passion for SMME development.
Content topics include:
- Compliance & Contracts
- Tourism Channel
- Distribution
- Stakeholders
- Packaging
- Marketing and Networking
- Operational Management
- SOPs and Protocols
- Service and Quality Assurance
- Presentation Skills
- A bonus section on Goal Setting
Register latest by Tuesday 3 November 2020 @ 12:00 to secure your seat by clicking on the below.
Effective 1 November 2020, Planet Promoters will represent Inspirations Travel & Tours in the UK & Ireland markets focusing on their inbound business into Southern Africa.
“We are both thrilled and excited to have Planet Promoters represent our Southern Africa service offerings in the UK & Ireland markets. Both Ailsa and Sheena are well respected in the UK & Ireland outbound markets with many years- experience between them and their team. Now, more than ever as we as an industry start moving towards a somewhat ‘new normal’, now is the time to start investing in the future and building on current and new relationships” says Dana Webber – Managing Director and Craig Drysdale – Sales & Marketing Director at Inspirations Travel & Tours.
“2020 has sharply brought into focus the importance of using professional and knowledgeable companies at every stage of the booking process. Open, reliable and respected trade relations are the foundation of our company ethics and we are excited & energised to welcome Inspirations Travel & Tours to the Planet Promoters portfolio. We look forward to working alongside Dana, Craig and the team, nurturing existing and expanding their trade relationships and partnerships in the UK & Ireland” says Ailsa Tavares and Sheena Dovey at Planet Promoters.
SATSA’s Garden Route, in partnership with Wesgro’s Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau, are excited to bring you the first-ever Garden Route Business Events Fam, which will showcase the region’s ability to host inspiring events and meetings, along with its attractions, lesser-known gems and hospitable establishments. This is just in time for incorporating into your post-pandemic planning.
Says Wesgro CEO Tim Harris: “The Garden Route is an inspiring destination featuring an abundance of nature activities, a wonderful climate and spectacular scenic and open-air attractions – the perfect place for any business event or trip.
Following last week’s successful Overberg and Garden Route Mega Fam, we look forward to showcasing a different side to the region and welcome our continued collaboration and partnership with SATSA.”
The Business Events Fam will take place from 16 to 18 November 2020 and mark our gradual and much-anticipated move from virtual to in-person events.
BUYERS’ PARTICIPATION
Taking into consideration the impact of COVID-19, space will be limited so please make sure that you have registered your interest by 3 November 2020. This year we are also introducing a small participation fee to help cover gratuities, meals, etc.
Business Event Buyers who are based in Cape Town and surrounds, or who are able to get themselves to Cape Town, are invited to register interest here.
The participation fee will be R500 per person. All gratuities, accommodation, meals, activities and transport whilst on the tour will be included. Drinks and other items of a personal nature will be for your own cost.
Once final participation selection is made, we will be in touch to advise you of the outcome. This is not a task we look forward to as we would prefer to take everyone interested, but unfortunately costs and COVID-19 dictate.
Details of pick-up locations and times will be communicated following selection.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPERIENCE
On 16 November 2020, a road transfer will depart from Cape Town International Airport to Mossel Bay where you will literally stretch your legs on the longest zip line over the ocean in the world. This will be followed by lunch and some site visits before spending the evening at the beautiful Fancourt.
Day 2 is packed with site visits and experiences including a visit to Redberry Farm and boating in Knysna. Dinner and cocktails at Knysna Hollow will be followed by an overnight stay at Turbine Hotel.
Day 3 is a road transfer back to Cape Town with a site visit or two along the route.
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change without prior notice, but we will try to avoid this if possible.
REGISTER AND CONTACT
Should you have any questions, please email Leroy Ferreira at leroyf@fancourt.co.za or 083 659 2434, or Lebo Molefe from SATSA on lebo@satsa.co.za or 076 149 8180.
We look forward to exploring the business events side of the Garden Route with you!
As promised during the launch of the SATSA Adventure Chapter a few weeks back and following our survey, we are very excited to invite you to the first SATSA Adventure Chapter Annual General Meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday 4 November 2020
Time: 13:00 – 16:00
RSVP: Please register your attendance to the virtual AGM here by no later than 2 Nov 2020
The purpose of the meeting is to elect the Adventure Chapter Committee and to present and brainstorm the draft chapter plan/strategy.
Agenda
- Verification of meeting attendees – SATSA COO, Hannelie du Toit
- Welcome – SATSA COO, Hannelie du Toit
- Confirmation of agenda & additions – SATSA COO, Hannelie du Toit
- SATSA National update and Adventure Chapter background – SATSA CEO, David Frost
- SATSA Adventure Chapter survey results – Chapter Interim Committee
- SATSA Adventure Chapter draft plan/strategy – Chapter Interim Committee
- Committee nominations/election/confirmation – SATSA COO, Hannelie du Toit
- Closure – Chapter Interim Chair, Andre du Toit
We look forward to seeing you online.
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