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African Explorer Horse Safari


African Explorer Horse Safari
Waterberg/Mashatu South Africa

The African Explorer is one of the most varied African safaris, as it goes to two countries (Botswana and South Africa) in one trip and covers a lot of different topography and terrain, combined with excellent and wide ranging game viewing.

This safari gives international horse lovers a chance to explore the rugged central highlands of the Waterberg mountain range of South Africa and the vast Mashatu Game Reserve of Botswana's Tuli Block, known as the "Land of the Giants," due to the large presence of the "giant" wildlife: The African Elephant, the Lion, the Giraffe, the Eland, the Ostrich, the Kori Bustard, and the iconic Mashatu aka Baobab Tree! Spend four nights at a safari camp that has been built high up in the bushveld above the Matlapeng Valley before transferring over the Pont Drift border and the mighty Limpopo River into Botswana for a turn at camping in lion and elephant country!

In the late 19th century Ted Davidson, one of the first members of the pioneering Baber family to settle in the Waterberg, was a young man trading by ox wagon to remote cattle outposts of a young ranching area. Living in the Waterberg meant a life by the campfire! Triple B Ranch has captured this early camp atmosphere in their re-creation of Camp Davidson, and this is where your African horseback adventure begins. The wilderness here soon becomes a great stepping stone to your next adventure; the second half of your safari takes you north, into the Limpopo Valley in the Tuli Block in Botswana. The riding trails here cover both the riverine terrain and the mopane bushveld, including the stunning sandstone formations of the Tuli. The area is famous for its elephant herds, but you should also see many sprightly species of antelope both small and large, skittish zebra herds, roaming wildebeest (gnus), skulking hyena, lounging lions, mischievous baboons, vervet monkeys, lurking crocodiles and water monitors, and it is possible (but a sometimes a bit harder) to find the leopard, cheetah, and wild dogs here as well!

Both camps provide high quality tent accommodations with comfy cots complete with pillows and linens and raised securely off the ground on wooden platforms. Each tent has a private en-suite bathroom (with plumbing). The food is plentiful and delicious, the drinks are merry, and the hospitality is superb! The guides are knowledgeable locals who love to share their passion for horses and their countryside with you!

Camping Ride with vehicle support
Safari Ride

Meeting: Camp Davidson
Airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Transfer: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Riders: Min 2 riders
Max 8 riders
(per riding group)

Max Capacity 8

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    African Explorer Horse Safari
    Tour Code: IT-BORT05E
    8 days / 7 nights
    Dates : Available all Year

    Trip Rating :
    Difficulty : Riding Level
    Riding Level Explained
    ABeginner
    Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
    BNovice
    Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
    CIntermediate
    Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
    D Strong Intermediate
    Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
    EAdvanced
    All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
    Lodging: Standard
    Lodging Level Explained
       
    = Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
       
    Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
    Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
     Accommodations with superior comforts.
       
     = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
       
    Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
    Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
    Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
       
     = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
       
    Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
    Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
    Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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    Season Tour Dates  Min / MaxReserve
    A 2024 10/04 - 10/11 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    G 2024 10/08 - 10/15 8d / 7n 8 day Safari - NEW (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 10/11 - 10/18 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    G 2024 10/15 - 10/22 8d / 7n 8 day Safari - NEW (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 10/18 - 10/25 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 10/25 - 11/01 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 11/01 - 11/08 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 11/05 - 11/12 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 11/08 - 11/15 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 11/22 - 11/29 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    G 2024 11/26 - 12/03 8d / 7n 8 day Safari - NEW (High) 2 /8 Expired
    A 2024 11/29 - 12/06 8d / 7n 8 day trip (High) 2 /8 Expired
    B 2024 12/06 - 12/13 8d / 7n 8 day trip (Mid) 2 /8 Reserve
    H 2024 12/10 - 12/17 8d / 7n 8 day Safari - NEW (Low) 2 /8 Reserve
    B 2024 12/13 - 12/20 8d / 7n 8 day trip (Mid) 2 /8 Reserve
    B 2024 12/20 - 12/27 8d / 7n 8 day trip (Mid) 2 /8 Reserve
    H 2024 12/24 - 12/31 8d / 7n 8 day Safari - NEW (Low) 2 /8 Reserve
    B 2024 12/27 - 01/03 8d / 7n 8 day trip (Mid) 2 /8 Reserve
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    Tack: South African Mcllelans
    Horses: Boerperd,Warmblood thoroughbred, Appal...
    Pace: A fast challenging ride with gallops, ...
    Walk, Trot, Canter, Gallop, Jumps
    Airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
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