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OPTIONAL TOURS IN THE JOHANNESBURG AREA
DURING PILOT VALIDATION PERIOD

If any of these tours are of interest please let us know ahead of time.

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u Classique Aviation – Tailored flight packages in classic airplanes as well as modern war birds and aerobatic aircraft. TopGun – Flight in a L29 Fighter Jet. Full aerobatic and Dog Flight sequence at the hands of the best jet pilots in South Africa. Tiger Time – Half- hour flight ina 1936 De Havilland Tiger Moth . High G Session – Flight in a Pitts special Aerobatic aircraft. Loops, rolls, spins and inverted flight.

u The  De Wildt Cheetah And Wildlife Centre -  The Centre was established in 1971 with the aim of breeding endangered species. Over the past two decades the Centre's efforts have resulted in the major achievement of breeding what was once a threatened species, the cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus). Other projects  include other rare and endangered animal species such as wild dog, brown hyaena, serval, suni antelope, blue and red duiker, bontebok, riverine rabbit and vultures - including the very rare Egyptian vulture. Many of these have been successfully bred for later reintroduction into the wild, thus helping to repopulate areas where such species have disappeared or are no longer abundant. Guided tours of the Centre in an open vehicle are conducted every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 8h30 and 1h30 respectively. These tours must be booked in advance
u Cullinan Diamond Tour – Pretoria -A tour by the mine management includes a visit to the small village of Cullinan to see some of the original miner’s cottages, as well as a program on the diamond mining industry.
u Lesedi Cultural Village 'Place of Light' – Lesedi is home to 4 African families each from a different cultural tradition, the Zulu Nation, the Xhosa, the Pedi and the Basotho. The tour consists of a walk through their respective villages with an explanation of their culture. Afterwards an excellent dance performance by the different nations. The tour ends with a very nice lunch which serves a taste of many of the traditional African foods.

u Museum Afrika -“This is the first major museum to attempt to give credit to the black’s contributions to the development of Johannesburg. An excellent exhibit traces the impact of gold on the lives of the black population, from the miners forced to live in male-only hostels to the burgeoning townships with their squatter camps, shebeens(bars), and vibrant jazz. Another exhibit covers the fight for democracy and the events leading to the elections that gave Nelson Mandela the presidency. The museum also has a first rate display of ancient San (Bushmen) rock art. “ – Fodor’s

u Apartheid Museum – A provocative and thoughtful look at the Apartheid era in South Africa, how it came to be, what it meant, and its eventual over throw. The design of the Museum and the exhibits makes it a great experience.
u Soweto Tour - "Southwestern Township" - Soweto is the largest black city in Africa.  It was created during the apartheid years and continues to be home to some 3 million blacks.  You’ll visit various sections such as the upper class section where Winnie Madikizela-Mandela lives, the middle-class area where Nelson Mandela lived prior to his imprisonment, squatter camps, a hospital and market.  Highlights include a stop at a day care facility(the children are always happy to have visitors) and a visit to the Hector Peterson Memorial, sight of the first anti-apartheid demonstrations of 1976.
u Cradle of Humankind tours – Tours to the internationally famous fossil sites in the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. All tours are conducted by paleontologists working at the Witswaterstrand University.  These include going for tours of the caves in which these famous fossils were discovered.  We highly recommend these tours because they give a great perspective on early man and our human development in Africa.

u Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens – Take walks and have lunch at this beautiful botanical garden, where the rare black eagle nests.  
u Horse Riding – Trail riding on gentle horses in beautiful areas, either a riverside ride in the Magaliesburg valley or across the open plains of the game-rich cradle of humankind.

u Elephant Sanctuary- Half day experience with elephant. Experts explain the habits of the elephant, their development and the state of the elephant population in Africa today. You get to touch various parts of the elephant. You walk hand to trunk with them and hand feed them. These elephant have been rescued from unfortunate situations, but are now in a safe environment and stimulating environment. Fascinating experience.  Riding the elephants is also an option, either in the corral, or out in the bush.
u Ingwenya Spa Experience – Spend a day in a beautiful African Spa with your choice of treatments.  The spa is in a tranquil setting on a riverbank.
u Carnivore Restaurant – The Carnivore, always popular with visitors, is where you can sample a wide variety of game meats.  Masai Swords with roast meat are brought around, you can sample portions of everything from Crocodile to Impala.  Domestic meats are also available for the less adventurous. 
u Hot Air Ballooning – Experience the African dawn with a glass of champagne in a hot air balloon over the Magalies mountains.
u Tree Canopy Tour – Swing through the canopy in the Magalies mountains in a 2.5 hour tour with trained guides.
u Lion Park – Get close viewing of the lions at this park, as well as hyena, wild dog, cheetah, jackal, and several other species of game.  Pet and cuddle lion cubs and feed their tame giraffe.
u Hiking – Go hiking in the cradle of humankind, with a guide to help you find your way, and talk about local flora and fauna.  Afterwards, enjoy a picnic lunch.
u Various Shopping expeditions can be arranged to African markets and stores.