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South Africa - June 2003 Sardine Run Expedition.

June 12 - 18, 2003 and June 18 - 24, 2003.

Day 01.
Thursday, June 12 or Wednesday June 18, 2003:
Arrive Durban International Airport where you will be met by a representative of Dive The Big 5 for the 4 hour road transfer to Mbotyi which is situated on the Transkei Wild Coast. Overnight at Mbotyi River Lodge on a fully inclusive basis www.mbotyi.co.za

Day 02.
Friday, June 13 or Thursday, June 19, 2003:
An early wake-up call at day break to be on the beach at 07:00. We all give a hand to launch the "duck" into the surf and then the "hunting" begins! By this time the micro-light will be airborne to assist with the search. The whole day is spent on the water hunting for the shoals of sardines. The give away are the millions of birds and thousands of dolphin that follow the shoal, and these are very easily spotted by the micro-light. As soon as the shoals are spotted the micro-light pilot radios the shoals co-ordinates to the boats which then head for the moving mass. This is the most spectacular sight on earth and is sure to leave you breathless and will remain in your memory for a lifetime. The boats return to Mbotyi at about 13:00 for lunch and the rest of the day is free. Overnight at Mbotyi River Lodge on a fully inclusive basis.

Day 03.
Saturday, June 14 or Friday, June 20, 2003:
Full day spent searching for "the greatest shoal on earth". Overnight at Mbotyi River Lodge on a fully inclusive basis.

Day 04.
Sunday, June 15 or Saturday, June 21, 2003:
Full day spent searching for "the greatest shoal on earth". Overnight at Mbotyi River Lodge on a fully inclusive basis.

Day 05.
Monday, June 16 or Sunday, June 22, 2003:
Full day spent searching for "the greatest shoal on earth". Overnight at Mbotyi River Lodge on a fully inclusive basis.

Day 06.
Tuesday, June 17 or Monday, June 23, 2003:
Full day spent searching for "the greatest shoal on earth". Overnight at Mbotyi River Lodge on a fully inclusive basis.

Day 07.
Wednesday, June 18 or Tuesday, June 24, 2003:
After a leisurely breakfast, the first in 7 days, you will transfer back to Durban International Airport for your return flight home or you can join a Dive The Big 5 add-on safari tailor made especially for you.

Cost:
US$ 2 820 per person twin sharing
GBP 1 956 per person twin sharingl
Euro 3 174 per person twin sharing

The above itinerary is subject to change without notice. All prices quoted above are subject to change without notice. Prices can only be guaranteed upon receipt of the prescribed deposit. (Refer to our standard booking procedures). We also wish to bring to your attention that the Sardine Run is a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed, although we have chosen the time of year when it is most likely to take place.

Kindly note that the exact accommodation may vary according to what is available at the time of actually making the confirmed reservation.

The above cost includes; all accommodation on a shared basis; meals as specified; all dives as indicated; all diving equipment; all indicated excursions and transfers; services of a local dive master to lead all dives; services of the lodge guides and staff; park entrance fees; DAN emergency divers insurance.

The above cost excludes; all items of a personal nature; drinks; gratuities; porterage; tours and transfers etc. not specified in the itinerary; additional dives; cancellation, baggage or medical insurance; visas; new Government taxes.

PLEASE NOTE:
- Accommodation/flights/tours are subject to availability at the time of booking
- Visas are your responsibility. If you have any queries about obtaining visas please contact us.
- It is compulsory to take out comprehensive travel, medical, cancellation, curtailment and default insurance. We will not be held responsible for clients travelling without insurance.
- The quote is subject to any VAT, levy or any other price increases that are beyond our control.
- Our standard booking conditions apply to all travel arrangements.
- Our normal cancellation policy will apply should you fail to join or start your safari for any reason. Including airline delays or missed connections. Please ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for this purpose.

Please remember, for your added peace of mind, Dive The Big 5 is a member of SATSA (Southern Africa Tourism Services Association). This means that when booking a tour with Dive The Big 5, you are doing business with a legal and credible member of Southern Africa's travel trade. www.satsa.com

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