Eco 4 wheeler (quad) Mozambique Trail

Punda Maria - Kruger National Park SA to Mapai

TOUR ITINERARY

The Gathering 
Tour operators, 4x4 Adventurers and their parties get together at the camp in Punda Maria - Kruger National Park, to set up a bush tent camp. There will be a drivers briefing and an opportunity to get to know each other before enjoying supper and settling down for our first night together as a group. We feel that a sense of unity will serve all of us in the coming days and we will try to ensure that the main focus of this trip will be one of camaraderie.

Day 1
We get up bright and early, enjoy breakfast and get all our gear together for the border crossing which will be at Pafuri. Once we have all concluded the formalities of the border crossing we will leave our vehicles on the Mozambique side of the border. Here there will be guards to care for the vehicles and trailers in our absence. Please take all normal security precautions, we cannot take responsibility for any loss or damage to vehicles or other equipment left here during the trip.
We off load our bikes and head for Mapai ±90 km. After arriving at the campsite we will set up camp and enjoy the bush, the majority of us will need the rest, while the brave can play in the Limpopo.

Day 2
Starting early in the morning your route is marked. Mapai will effectively be the starting point. This trip will take the form of a treasure hunt, maps will be supplied and the points where clues can be found will be clearly indicated. The objective will be to gather all of the clues on the individual legs of the journey and time will not be the principle issue, but attention to detail and some smart interpretation will be the decisive factors. Mostly it will add some spice to the day’s run and add some fun to the day, whilst affording the opportunity to stop and enjoy the stunning scenery. We will return to the camp when we are finished the day’s activities.

Day 3
Heading back to the border – packing up – bikes back on trailers and through the Kruger National Park heading back to Punda – Maria. That campsite is booked for the night and we will spend one more night in the open air. We will overnight here for the last time this trip, there will be the prize giving and an opportunity for everyone to share some of the special moments they experienced on the trip.

Day 4
We get up early, break-up camp, pack our vehicles and head for home.

Eco 4 wheeler (quad) Mozambique Trail
Punda Maria - Kruger National Park SA to Mapai

RULES:

1. Due to the distances and terrain on this tour, no bikes under 200cc will be permitted.
2. No 4 wheeler or any 2 wheeler is allowed to be started up in the Kuger National Park.
3. All bikes will be transported to the border control point where you can offload them and ride from here.
4. All bikes must have the little pole with the flag on the back.
5. All bikes must have legal registration papers to cross the border.
6. All riders must at all times wear their helmets and the prescribed protective clothes.
7. All persons must contact their Doctors for the necessary medicine for malaria (we are entering malaria area).
8. All riders must ensure they maintain a low speed limit in and around local villages, and take care of the little children playing.
9. All quad riders must ensure they remain on the pre-designated trail road and not deviate from the route.

There will be fuel and refreshment stops at appropriate points.  The daily travel leg will keep you occupied for best part of the day. At the camping site you will have to put up your own tent. There will be water (limited) for each to shower and drink (not washing the bikes).

You will have mechanical backup – meaning if something minor goes wrong there will be professionals available to assist.  Please ensure all bikes are pre-trip inspected by your dealer, we will be in the bush where there will be nothing around except our friendly faces.

We have also managed to get 2-3 paramedics to join us as well as a doctor in attendance.  Please ensure that your medical aid or insurer knows you are going cross border and also enquire if they have air rescue (just in case.)

Cost per person: To be advised.
Tariff includes breakfast and dinner
Please bring your own beverages

You Will Need:
Quad Bikes/Touring Bikes/Scramblers - Camping equipment and your own beverages. If it is a cross border tour then you will also need: passports for all in your party, ID documents, drivers license, insurance consent letter, bank consent letter, third party insurance (for most countries), and if needed - malaria tablets. Please also consult with your General Practitioner and advise them of the country you will be visiting, and follow the necessary malaria precautions and take all necessary medications. Please note that each country has different malaria precautions, some require you have the injections and others that you take the tablets etc.

BOOKINGS:

Please complete the [ Booking Form ]

For more info e-mail:  [ info@hiadventure.co.za ]

A 50% deposit is required on booking and can be deposited into the following account:

Bank: Nedbank
Account Holder: Big Five 4x4 Conversions
Branch: Glen Acres
Branch Code: 143342
Account no.: 1433020688
Type of Account: Current

Payment advice can either be faxed or emailed to:
E-mail: [ info@hiadventure.co.za ]  
Fax No: (011) 979-4818
Contact Persons:
Johan Cell: 082-901-2651
Wouter Cell: 083-381-1155 or Tel: (011) 979-4817 or e-mail: [ info@hiadventure.co.za ]

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Mozambique

Language: Portuguese is the official and widely spoken language of Mozambique

Good morning - Bom dia
Good afternoon - Boa tarde
Good evening - Bom noite
Please/excuse me - Faz favor
Thank you - Obrigado (if spoken by a man)
Obrigada (if spoken by a woman)

Currency: Mozambican Meticais (pronounced meticash)
The most readily accepted currencies are the US$ and Rands.

PAX: Visa required, 24 hours before arrival.
30 day visa costs R75.00
You can obtain a legal visa at the border for a higher price, but for simplification, this is not recommended. Through Visa Service, a single entry 3 day service is R110.00 and 24 hour service R160.00. They do issue a double entry for R250.00. These prices are for the consulate fees only, and exclude the service fee. Contact the Visa Service for more information.

Health: Very high risk malaria country, please ensure you consult with a medical care practitioner well in advance of tour dates. There is also a high risk of water borne diseases, such as cholera. Please seek medical advice for Hepatitis A & B, as well as Tetanus immunisation.

VEHICLES
Requirements: Please ensure that you have all the following. Original vehicle papers. 3rd Party insurance can be bought at the border for R85.00 per vehicle. You will also need to obtain a temporary importation licence which costs R25.00.
Three breakdown triangles - recently travellers have found that two are not enough with the authorities! Reflective tape on front and back of your vehicle. The standard small reflectors are not sufficient!

Border posts: Opening - Closing
Lebombo 07h00 - 20h00

Mozambique Consulate-General, Johannesburg
Tel: (011) 327-2938
Mozambique Consulate, Cape Town
Tel: (021) 426 2944/5
Mozambique Consulate, Durban
Tel (031) 304-0200

Other useful numbers:
Mozambique National Tourist Co, Johannesburg
Tel: (011) 339-4900

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