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Be Wild. Be Free. Explore Africa how it was intended to be.
The
A 5 day trail along some of the most beautifully The Wild Coast moves at its own pace and it is
WILD
rugged and unspoiled coastline on earth. The trail essential take the time to appreciate its unique
is fully catered and supported which allows hikers microclimate and the many endemic plants,
to travel light, carrying only a small daypack with animals and birds that occur in this region.
the bare essentials and a scrumptious packed lunch. Time will rather be governed by the tides and the
A support vehicle will transport luggage to each numerous river crossings along the way.
overnight stop where you will be accommodated in
comfortable beach camps or lodges where all linen, However beautiful this coastline is, it too is as fragile
to sustain 1000’s of people visiting its shores on an
ST
towels and en-suite hot showers are provided.
C A
annual basis. The Pondo Trail an exclusive, high-end
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Each day is guided to ensure the safety of the product with a low environmental impact that hopes
group, yet more importantly, to ensure that no to educate the fortunate few that grace its shores
secrets are missed along the way and to guarantee that they may realise its inner beauty and play a
a genuine Pondoland experience; harvesting oysters vital part in preserving its future.
and mussels off the rocks, making bread, collecting
berries, diving for crayfish and catching that elusive
Pondo Trail
Kabeljou. The rich Pondo culture and history will
SOUTH be shared together with many wonderful tales of
adventure, shipwrecks and survival that have taken
AFRICA 2018 place on this coastline.
h.
e o n e co m es to r eflect and refres
a plac ivileged and be
The Wild Coast is h u mb le d , fe el p r
will be
A place where you at tr u ly is important in life
!
reminded of w h
DAILY
ITINERARY
day 1 2 “As one gets older, It becomes so
07h00 collection from Durban and transfer
(4 hrs) to Mtentu River with lunch en-route.
day
Hike south from Msikaba to Lup
hatana past the famous
beside one of the most
day 3 much more obvious that shared
moments with amazing people in
incredible places are what make l
s
fee
life’s journey so beautiful. I d,
Hike from Mtentu to Msikaba through the lies Hike from Luphatana to Mbotyi along the
Grosvenor shipwreck, which majestic
Mkambati Nature Reserve. The day offers Coast, Lambasi Bay. Waterfall Bluff past the spectacular Mlam
beautiful beaches on the Wild ke
so privileged to have walked, hi
bomkulu Falls,
incredible diversity in a mostly forgotten ous Wild Coast salt-water- Cathedral Rock and with a lunchtime braa
Champagne Mile and the fam i at Fairies Pool
wilderness: grass plains with a large range
shower will mark the end of the day’s walk and bring us
spend the night.
along the way. Overnight at Mbotyi Rive
Distance – 16km.
r Lodge. scrambled and swum in an area
still so beautiful & untouched!”
of antelope, thick indigenous forests, crystal re we will
to the Luphatana Camp whe
clear waterfalls and numerous shipwrecks on
Distance - 16km.
the coast. Overnight at Msikaba beach camp. NICOLA BYERS – CAPE TOWN
Distance - 14km.
day 4
Continue south from Mbotyi to Manteku past the
notorious Shark Point and on to find true luxury
at our own private beach and estuary. Spend
the afternoon paddling up the Manteku estuary,
fishing and sipping cocktails as we watch the
sun go down. Overnight at Manteku camp.
5
Distance - 11km
day
Your choice:
Crusoe-
• Walk a southerly loop to the Robinson
for a lunch -time braai
like beach Black Sands
and a com pulso ry
under the Milkwood trees
siesta before heading hom e.
esting
• Spend the day diving for crayfish, harv
seafood and fishing secre t spot s.
in a
• Pondo Village walk, authentic local lunch
rondawel and visit to the sheb een.
the beach.
• Kick back, relax and read a book on
having
Enjoy a celebratory seafood dinner feast
migh ty Wild Coast.
successfully conquered the
day 6
Leisurely breakfast and transfer back to
Durban.
“Wild Child Africa introduced us to one of
the great and most underrated wilderness
areas in Africa and immersed us in the joys
of the Wild Coast from start to finish.
The planning and execution of the entire
trip was faultless and we cant wait for our
next adventure with this enthusiastic team!”
RYAN WALLACE - EVENT MANAGER, WE ARE AFRICA TRAVEL SHOW
is slow
The walking pace
accommodated.
Groups of up to 20 ca n be
eable and wi ll be ad ju sted to best fit ea ch gr ou p’s ability.
mething great
“An unforgettable journey through fields,
and very manag een achieving so
The challenge off
ers the pe
ab le to
rfe
en
ct m ix be tw
joy every momen
t along the way. rivers, rock pools, beaches and
g
as group yet be in
er ta ilo re d to better suit a
group’s needs an
iti
d
ne rary.
breath-taking views at every turn.”
fu rth th is
All trips can be l da ys can easily be
added to
JEMMA UGLOW- LONDON
d ad di tio na
requirements an
“Every detail, every experience you
prepared for us helped us understand,
appreciate and fall in love with your Wild Coast.
Though your efforts seemed effortless, I can tell how
much passion and care you put into our family’s trip.
We couldn’t have done it better ourselves, and certainly
wouldn’t have had as much fun without you.”
RICHARD G HEIMBERG - SANTA BARBARA
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is split between lodges, cottages and beach
camps along the way. Our very comfortable beach camps are 2
people per unit sharing and have en-suite toilets and hot water
showers. Meals are enjoyed under a thatched communal area.
“The tempo and distance of
each day was more than manageable
and each evening reached the next
camp at just the right moment to rest
our weary legs and enjoy a night
of storytelling and delicious home
cooked food by the camp fire.”
PAULA HARVEY - DURBAN
d Coast
Our now famous Wil
prepared by
CATERING
cuisine is freshly
own chef each day.
is freshly prepared
Our now famous Wild Coast cuisine
take prid e in catering
by own chef each day and we
idua l pref erences
specifically for each groups indiv
tast y and fresh!
and tastes. We believe in healthy,
k our own seafood
We endeavour to catch and coo
feas ts can beco me the
along the way and often these
highlight of the trip!
YOUR HOSTS: TAILORED
PACKAGE
Contact matt@wildchildafrica.com for a tailored package price
MATT for your group
Included:
ger to
Matt, who will guide the trip, is no stran Guided 5 day adventure, accommodation and bedding,
arked on
exploration and adventure having emb all meals, transport of luggage to overnight stops,
a. His
and led many trips into and around Afric transfers to and from Durban, snacks, refreshments,
d with
love for wildlife and conservation, combine alcoholic beverages, kayaks, snorkelling and fishing equipment.
CAM & JAMIE his knowledge and passion for the Wild
Coast,
re this Excluded:
makes him the perfect companion to explo
the perfe ct Drinks at Mbotyi River Lodge, additional specially requested
coastline with. Matt is also able to find
yet not items.
camp balance between taking on a challenge
Cam, campfire cuisine extraordinaire and res true luxur ies along
le for ensu ring the com forts of forgetting to enjoy natu Please enquire about optional add-ons:
manager, is responsib guid ing in Afric a, Matt guides
walk and maki ng the magic at the way. Whe n not • Helicopter transfers in and out of camps
camp life after each days
Africa’s coastline, expeditions in Antarctica.
mealtimes. Cam’s knowledge of South • Chartered flight transfers in and out of Port St Johns
from Namibia to
having walked the entire 3000km of it • Special menu’s
culinary and
Mozambique, combined with her dazzling • Additional days on the trail
as the ultim ate grou nd crew where • Variations to the itinerary
4x4 skills, equip her
ly basis.
logistical challenges are met on an hour • MTB’ing and trail running packages
• Corporate packages
alarm -clock.
Jamie - Entertainment manager and camp
Bully and Keke – The men that make it happen behind
the scenes. Born and bred in Pondoland, they both
radiate the beautiful characteristics of their Pondo
people through hard work, big smiles and a thirst for BULLY KEKE
knowledge. Undoubtedly Jamie’s two besties!
To book or for more information contact Matt or visit the website +27 (83) 641 4399 | Matt@wildchildafrica.com | www.wildchildafrica.com
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