MONEY SAVING IDEAS  print this page 

Due to the turbulent financial era that we live in, we are being offered many special offers and money saving ideas by our favourite lodges, camps and hotels. We would like to pass some of these onto you and will use this page to select and highlight some of the more attractive options.

WE AS A COMPANY ARE COMMITTED TO WORKING WITH  HOTELIERS THAT ARE PREPARED TO BE FLEXIBLE WITH CANCELLATION POLICIES AND DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS.


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As of 12h November 2009

South Africa - South Africa is still good value. The Rand is a weak currency against most major currencies, there are plenty of money saving ideas out there and airlines have cut fares to both Cape Town and Johannesburg from Europe to as little as GBP250.

One of our favourite properties in The Western Cape, Blue Gum Country Estate is offering various weekend packages at very good rates. Packages include, wine trails, whale watching and great white shark viewing. Blue Gum have also recently opened a private villa on the estate that  can sleep up to eight. Perfect for families and groups of friends. Contact Natasha for details.

Tanzania - Asilia Lodges and Camps are offering a wide range of discounts of upto 15% for late bookings for this season and early bookings for next. Our favourites amonst their stable of properties are: Matemwe, Suyan, Oliver's and Sayari. Contact Lisa for details.

The Selous Safari Company who run The Selous Safari Camp, Jongomero in Ruaha National Park and Ras Kutani on Tanzania's south coast are offering a number of very attractive special offers throughout the year. Contact Bronewn for details.

Madagascar - We currently have news on a superb special offer being offered by Mandare River Camp. Contact Nicci for details.

Mozambique - Marlin Lodge on Benguerra Island is offering four nights for the price of three until December 10(excludes April) and are also offering various 50% discounts for children. Contact Natasha for details.

Londo Lodge in the extraordinary Quirimbas Archipelago is offering a variety of very good ideas for money saving options, one of which involves staying for ten nights and only paying for seven - can't be bad! - Contact Natasha for details.

Malawi - Pumulani on Lake Malawi is offering six nights when you pay for five, this offer is valid for the whole of 2009. Contact Robynne for details.

Travel Tips for saving money.

TRAVEL WITH FAMILY - Many hotels and lodges offer complimentary stays for children or special packages for families.

TRAVEL IN SHOULDER SEASONS - Travelling during off peak times not only means saving on peak rates, but also missing the crowds.

TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Some hotels and lodges offer discounted rates or complimentary rooms for small groups travelling together.

TELL US YOUR BUDGET - A holiday to Africa does not have to be expensive, tell us what you want to spend and we'll hunt around for the very best deals and locations.