Driving Tour activities in Africa
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Jeep Safaris
All of the camps and shops offer jeep safaris, though prices vary considerably depending on the time of year, your destination and the size of your party - don't be afraid to shop around and bargain hard.
In addition to trips to the popular Coloured Canyon, other popular destinations are Ain al-Furtega, a palm-filled oasis 16km northwest of Nuweiba, and Mayat el-Wishwashi, a large cistern hidden between two boulders in a canyon - it used to be the largest cistern in Sinai, but now has only a trickle of water, except after floods. Nearby is Mayat Malkha, a palm grove fed by the waters of Mayat el-Wishwashi and set amid colourful sandstone.
Wadi Huweiyit is an impressive…
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Jeep Safaris
One of the most popular jeep safaris is a trip to Coloured Canyon, between St Katherine and Nuweiba. The canyon derives its name from the layers of bright, multicoloured stones that resemble paintings on its steep, narrow walls, and is magnificently beautiful. As the canyon is sheltered from the wind, the silence - assuming you aren't there with crowds of other visitors - is one of its most impressive features.
Unfortunately, the canyon has become overtouristed in recent years, and many operators have also begun offering trips to other sites, where the rock formations are equally impressive and the sense of wilderness more intact. All of the hotels, dive centres and…
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Canyon Adventures Guest Farm
This friendly place, near Fish River Canyon, is situated on a ranch cradled in the confluence of the Löwen and Fish River Canyons amid some of the most amazing geology imaginable - don't just take our word for it! Highlights include the 4WD trip (around US$10) into the canyon to swim in the river pools, a 'garnet crawl', and seeing the bizarre petroglyphs in the rippled black dolerite.
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Maher Tadres
For a highly recommended, English-speaking taxi-driver and guide. Contact in advance of your visit. Travel restrictions for foreigners in the Nile Valley make independent travel challenging, so tours outside Luxor are recommended.
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Henry Loí'c
French biologist and lover of the piste(rough trails) Henry Loí'c offers 4WD tours to secluded local sights such as turtle beaches, and further afield.
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Maki Tours
An upmarket company that runs 4WD day trips as well as longer, tailored holidays around the region. It also rents cars.
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Walking & Driving Tours
Pietermaritzburg Tourism organises city walking (around R80 per person) and driving (around R150 per person) tours.
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Les Vedettes d' Anakao Tours
Formerly Compagnie du Sud, has 4WDs for hire and can help get you started on your own adventure.
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Tropical Service
Top-end local tours, cruises, car hire, transfers and travel services.
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Quad Plus
Rents ATV vehicles for fun out in the desert.
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Saint-Louis Quad
Saint-Louis Quad organises beach buggy tours around the area. Its offices are in Gandiol, but if you call, staff can meet you elsewhere.
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