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Be Wild. Be Free. Explore Africa how it was intended to be.
The
In today’s chaotic world, cluttered by messaging, experience. Harvesting oysters and mussels
technology, traffic and deadlines, we often off the rocks, making bread, collecting berries,
WILD
neglect the fundamental principles of proactive diving for crayfish and catching that elusive
strategy, relationships and creativity in a volatile Kabeljou are some of the experiences that can be
corporate world, and often get tied up in the enjoyed. The rich Pondo culture and history will
horrible game of catch up. also be shared, together with many wonderful
tales of adventure, shipwrecks and survival that
An old, wise man once offered his advice to a have taken place on this coastline.
young woodchuck, ”In order to chop your trees
better son, you should stop, rest and sharpen The Wild Coast moves at its own pace and it is
C A ST
your axe’. To which he replied, “I don’t have the essential to take the time to appreciate its unique
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time sir”. microclimate and the many endemic plants,
animals and birds that occur in this region.
What better way to sharpen your axe than a Time will rather be governed by the tides and
forced digital detox in wide open spaces with the numerous river crossings along the way.
the luxury of silence and solitude with nature,
to re-establish clear perspective and focus. This unique coastline is too fragile to sustain
high density tourism. Therefore, the Pondo Trail
Pondo Trail
LOLA Wild Child Africa offers a four-day trail along the
most beautifully rugged and unspoiled coastline
is an exclusive, high-end product with a low
environmental impact that strives to educate
IMBAZO on earth. the fortunate few who grace its shores.
May they realise its inner beauty and endeavour
Each day is professionally guided to ensure the to preserve its future.
safety of the group and a genuine Pondoland
h.
e o n e co m es to r eflect and refres
a plac
The Wild Coast is wil l b e h u mb le d , fe el privileged
A place where you at tr u ly is important in life
!
of w h
and be reminded
DAILY
ITINERARY
DAY 1 2 “As one gets older, It becomes so
07h30 collection from Durban’s King Shaka
airport and transfer (3.5 hrs) to Mtentu River.
Hike from Mtentu to Msikaba through the
DAY
Hike south from Msikaba to Luphatana past the famous
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,
Mkambati Nature Reserve with lunch Grosvenor shipwreck, which lies beside one of the most Hike from Luphatana to Mbotyi along the majestic
beautiful beaches on the Wild Coast, Lambasi Bay. Waterfall Bluff past the spectacular Mlambomkulu Falls,
ke
so privileged to have walked, hi
en-route. The day offers incredible diversity
in a mostly forgotten wilderness: grass Champagne Mile and the famous Wild Coast salt-water- Cathedral Rock and with a lunchtime braai at Fairies
plains with a large range of antelope, thick shower will mark the end of the day’s walk and bring us Pool along the way. Overnight at Mbotyi River Lodge. scrambled and swum in an area
still so beautiful & untouched!”
indigenous forests, crystal clear waterfalls and to the Luphatana Camp where we will spend the night. Distance 16km.
numerous shipwrecks on the coast. Overnight Distance 16km.
at Msikaba beach camp. Distance 15km.
NICOLA BYERS – CAPE TOWN
African beauty
“As a proudly South African business, it was so key for us to experience real
ience that really
at its best ! Thank you for putting this trip together and making it an exper
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last for ever!”
completely superseded all expectations! You truly created memories that will
BRUCE HUGHES AND ALL OF THE MONTEAGLE AFRICA TEAM!
DAY
past the
M b o ty i to Manteku our
Continue so
uth fr o m e luxury at
o in t an d o n to find tru rn o o n
hark P the afte
notorious S an d es tu ary. Spend p in g
beach g and si p
own private te ku es tuary, fishin in g
the M an t hav
paddling up seafood feas
b ef o re a celebratory ild Co ast.
cocktails mighty W
sf u lly co n quered the 11 km .
succes mp. Distance
Manteku ca
Overnight at
DAY 5
Breakfast and transfer back to either Umtata airport
or King Shaka airport.
“The Wild Child Africa hospitality, attention to detail and
alking pace is
Groups of up to
20 ca n be ac co m modated. The w
be adjusted to be
st fit each passion you run your business with is a valuable lesson to us
d w ill
slow and very m
anag
e ch
ea
al
bl
le
e
ng
an
e offer s the perfect mix
between
to enjoy
all and we look forward to many more adventures with you”
group’s ability. Th ea t as gr ou p yet being able
hing gr
achieving somet WARREN MCLINTOCK , DAISY BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
om en t al ong the way.
every m s needs
ilo re d to be tter suit a group’
rthe r ta pertinent
All trips can be fu re fin ed op po rtunity to deliver
ovide a
and evenings pr e.
ng in a re laxed atmospher
messagi
“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
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is split between lodges 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 team are safely back
from Africa but my heart
was left behind somewhere
on the Wild Coast”
JIM RATCLIFFE - CEO INEOS GROUP
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: PACKAGE
Allow us to tailor a package to perfectly suit your needs:
Included:
Guided 4 day adventure, accommodation, all meals,
MATT transport of luggage to overnight stops, snacks,
refreshments, alcoholic beverages, kayaks, snorkelling
and fishing equipment.
Matt, who will guide the trip, is no stran
ger to Additional add-on’s:
arked on
exploration and adventure having emb • Vehicle transfers
a. His love
and led many trips into and around Afric • Helicopter transfers in and out of camps
with his
for wildlife and conservation, combined • Chartered flight transfers in and out of Port St. Johns
CAM & JAMIE knowledge and passion for the Wild Coas
t, makes
to explore
• Inspirational and specialised speakers
him the perfect companion with whom • Special bars and menu’s
find the
this coastline with. Matt is also able to • Additional days on the trail
enge yet
camp perfect balance between taking on a chall • Variations to the itinerary
Cam, camp fire cuisine extraordinaire and ies along
le for ensu ring the com forts of not forgetting to enjoy natures true luxur • MTB’ing and trail running packages
manager, is responsib guid es
days walk and maki ng the magic at the way. When not guiding in Africa, Matt • CSR projects
camp life after each
Africa’s coastline, expeditions in Antarctica.
mealtimes. Cam’s knowledge of South
from Namibia to
having walked the entire 3000km of it
culinary and
Mozambique, combined with her dazzling
as the ultim ate grou nd crew where
4x4 skills, equip her
ly basis.
logistical challenges are met on an hour
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
BULLY
radiate the beautiful characteristics of their Pondo
people through hard work, big smiles and a thirst for 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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