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Wild Coast Surf & Turf Safari


Itinerary for Wild Coast Surf & Turf Safari


Day 1 We advise you to try to arrive in East London on SA flight 471 at 11:30 am. It is approximately an hour’s drive to Endalweni Game Reserve from the airport. After settling into the rooms we make our way to the horse paddocks situated near the lodge. After an introduction we take the horses out for the afternoon and explore the reserve, getting our first taste of game viewing on horseback. The first evening we enjoy drinks and dinner before a good night’s rest after the long journey.
Lodging - Luxury Endalweni Game Lodge on a private reserve just out of Kei Mouth.
Day 2 We are up early this morning, a quick cup of coffee or tea and a rusk gets us going up into the saddle. Many of the areas in the reserve are unreachable by vehicle, which makes this ideal horse riding country. We enjoy a leisurely ride out exploring the reserve in search of giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, impala, blesbuck, kudu, bushbuck, warthog, and many other antelope species. Perched on top of a cliff overlooking the stunning Kei River Valley and the Rural Transkei we meet the lodge team for a stunning bush brunch at about 11:30 am. We relax for an hour or so before heading to the beach paddocks in Kei Mouth. This afternoon we ride down to the beach and meet the horses that will take us on the rest of our journey. We are treated to a lovely traditional South African Braai this evening.
Lodging - Luxury Endalweni Game Lodge on a private reserve just out of Kei Mouth.
Day 3 We start early again this morning to search for game and come back to the lodge for brunch at around 11:30 am. We have time to relax before leaving for the beach at about 2:00 pm.  We head across the Kei River with the horses on the pontoon and enjoy some great beach riding and get to Trennery’s in the late afternoon.
Lodging - Trennery’s Hotel – a South African holiday resort hotel. Simple, comfortable rooms with own bathroom.
Day 4 This morning we meander through the tribal villages and ride onto the Nongqawases Pools and waterfalls, and hear about legends of the Xhosa people. After lunch, we ride to the wreck of the Jacaranda. Depending on the tide, the riding is energetic and exciting as we canter along the beaches and rolling country side.
Lodging - Trennery’s Hotel – a South African holiday resort hotel. Simple, comfortable rooms with own bathroom.
Day 5 Heading north, we pass the Jacaranda and, depending on the tide, either cross the river at the mouth or turn inland across country and through rural villages to cross the Kobonqaba River further upstream. The horses set a steady pace at trot and canter as we head towards Wavecrest in time for lunch. This afternoon is free time. You can take a boat trip up the river and explore the Mangrove swamps, hike, fish, or just kick back and relax in the Jacuzzi. Guests are invited to spoil themselves at the spa, enjoy a massage, manicure, pedicure, or sauna and steam room. We meet for drink on the deck at sunset to watch the great Crested Cranes come in to roost; a perfect end to a perfect day.
Lodging - Wavecrest Hotel – a South African holiday resort hotel. Simple, comfortable rooms with own shower and toilet.
Day 6 The departure time this morning is dictated by the tide. It’s a fantastic three hour ride either up the beach and back across country through rolling hills and traditional villages or the other way around, depending on the tides. Either way we ride on the hard wet beach at low tide – the gallops are exhilarating. We are back at the hotel in time for lunch. This gives us time to explore the stunning mangrove estuary of the Nxaxo River (by boat), enjoy a spa treatment or take a short ride through stunning forests – this afternoon is flexible as there are so many options to experience!
Lodging - Wavecrest Hotel – a South African holiday resort hotel. Simple, comfortable rooms with own shower and toilet.
Day 7 Today we start our journey back home. We ride inland this morning, crossing the river high up and away from the tide’s influence. The slay paths and track offer great canters as we wind our way back to the beach. We ride back past Trennery’s and call in at Seagulls Beach Hotel for a great pub lunch. We then head towards Kei Mouth and the pontoon crossing before dropping the horses off at the paddocks around 4:00 pm.
Lodging - The Cock Inn – a delightful luxurious private guest house on a farm about 10km inland from the sea.
Day 8 Riders say good bye after an early morning ride across the Cliff Tops at Morgan Bay. Brunch will be served before you leave. The shuttle will be ready to transfer you to East London at 1:00 pm.
* Add on optional extra: jeep safari drive at Inkwenkwezi Private Game reserve to view Lion, Rhino, and elephant interaction with a incredible lunch before heading back to the airport at 2:00 pm (flights need to be after 4:00 pm out of East London).

NOTE  All riding and itineraries are subject to change due to variations in local conditions, influences of the sea tides and during the rainy season the conditions of the rivers at the time of riding..


5-day Beach Ride
-- 4 nights with 5 riding days
Day 1. We meet at the horse paddock in Kei Mouth in the afternoon at 2pm and ride through to Trennery's. Dinner & accommodation at Trennery's Hotel
Day 2. After breakfast we ride through to Wavecrest, exploring the ship wreck of the Jacaranda along the way and get to the hotel in time for lunch. During the afternoon we explore a coastal path and forests. Dinner & Accommodation at Wavecrest Hotel.
Day 3. We cross the Nxaxo river in front of the hotel and head towards Cebe and loop back to Wavecrest across country. If the weather and tides are good, we may take a picnic with us and have lunch along the way! Depending on what time we get back, you will have time to do a boat trip up the river or spoil yourself in the spa!!
Day 4. We head back across country this morning to Sea Gulls for a pub lunch, then its another 2 hours back to the paddocks for 4pm. We then transfer you by road to the delightful Cock Inn Guest House for a night of pampered luxury with your host Tammy.
Day 5. This morning you up up bright and early, and depending on your preferences we either do a game ride at Endalweni, of ride the cliffs at Morgan Bay, either way, the morning light and cool is stunning. We then head back to The Cock in for brunch. Trail ends at 1pm.


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Wild Coast Surf & Turf Safari
Tour Code: IT-SART09
8 days / 7 nights ~$2,500.00
Dates: Available all Year

Level : Fitness Level
Difficulty Levels Explained
1. Easy
Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
2. Easy to Moderate
An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured activity is recommended.
3. Moderate
Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
4. Demanding
You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or ride four to six hours over steep or more rugged terrain.
5. Strenuous
Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc..
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