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Travel Experience TE & Automobile Association AA Travel Services

·         Travel Experience is your One Stop Travel Shop 

·         Em uma única parada, deixe a Travel Experience lhe ajudar com todos os preparativos de sua viagem à África Austral

·         Travel Experience es tu contacto, te ayudará a organizar tus viajes por el sur de Africa 

·         L'Agenzia Travel Experience vi offre un servizio esclusivo per tutti l vostri bisogni di viaggio in Sud Africa ed i paesi limitrofi 

·         Travel Experience ist der "One-Stop" Anfangspunkt für alle Reisbedürfnisse in südliches Afrika.

Travel Experience TE Tyger Valley and Somerset Mall offer all travel related services supplied by Automobile Association AA of South Africa.

Welcome to the Automobile Association (AA) of South Africa. Together with Travel Experience (TE) Tyger Valley, we offer visitors practical and valuable assistance in South Africa and neighbouring countries in Southern Africa.

Our touring and travel department can assist you with the planning and booking of your holiday to make your visit to South Africa a wonderful experience. We can assist with accomodation throughout Southern Africa, from self catering guest houses to luxery lodges and hotels. We have over 200 suppliers of hospitality products on our data base that can fullfil your every need.

Inbound Travel

Planning to travel to Southern Africa?

Allow us to assist you with all your planning. We can book your transport, accomodation, flights, activities and all sight seeing excursions. All you need to do is to arrive and we will take care of you.

We have a network of professional travel suppliers throughout the region who have committed themselves to provide an excellent service and promote the Automobile Association (AA) brand and philosophy.

We offer you the most comprehensive travel services in Southern Africa, including:

  • private touring
  • custom tour itineraries
  • scheduled tour departures
  • group tours

Excellent service, 24 hour Automobile Association (AA) backup and the most experienced consultants South Africa has to offer to ensure your experience in Southern Africa - Mozambique, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania and Kenia - will never be forgotten.

Added value for AA Members: as an international AA Member you have access to our Mobility Loyalty Programme. This includes restaurants, tourist attractions and many more.

Welcome service at the airport - Oliver Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport as well as regional airports in Port Elizabeth, East London, Durban and Nelspruit.

Whether it is for a self drive trip in South Africaor a cross-border adventure to the Okovango Swamps, Namib Desert, Victoria Falls or Kilimanjaro Mountain.

The Automobile Association of South Africa has dedicated retail travel stores like Travel Experience Tyger Valley, taht are conveniently situated in major shopping centres like Tyger Valley Centre in Bellville, Cape Town and Somerset Mall in Somerset West.

Travel Experience Tyger Valley and Automobile Association of South Africa offer travelers access to a variety of guest houses, Bed and Breakfast establishments, hotels and game lodges in the Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Gauteng and the rest of Southern Africa.

All our recommended properties across the country are either quality-assured or star graded, giving you peace of mind. Choose your preferred level of Automobile Association Quality Assurance suitable accommodation.

Automobile Association AA Assured Recommended, Highly Recommended and Superior establishments are visited an assessed by our highly trained assessors. The properties which are associate members are endorsed on the strength of their membership of the National Star Grading System or being part of a group.

Automobile Association AA Recommended properties satisfy our stringent minimum requirements. Highly recommended properties present a product which offers high levels of professionalism and attention to detail in the decor, quality furnishings and service.

Automobile Association AA Superior properties are pristine and present the traveller with decor and furnishings of exceptional quality together with remarkable levels of professionalism and hospitality.

Automobile Association AA Eco properties are in game and nature reserves.

Experience Secret Places in Southern Africa Experimente Lugares Secretos Experencias en Lugares Secretos Scoprite Luoghi Nascosti Geheim "tips" zu lherem Südafrica Besucht

  • Visit: Game Reserves, Wine Estates, National Parks and wonderful restaurants
  • Visite: Reservas de Animais Selvagens, Vinicolas, Parques Nacionais e Maravilhosos Restaurantes
  • Visite: Reservas naturales de animales salvajes, parques nacionales, viñedos y maravillosos restaurantes
  • Non mancate una sosta ad alcune delle reserve naturali, Parchi Nazionali, le regioni delle vigne, ristoranti bongustaio con piatti tipici
  • Besuchen Sie Wildchutzgebieten, Weingüter, weltberühmte Restaurants, das "Waterfront" in Kapstadt, Tafelberg und vieles mehr.

Travel Bookings & Accessories

Visitors to South Africa

Travelling to Southern Africa

Allow our professional consultants to assist you in the planning of your holiday or business trip

Bookings & Packages

Travel Experience can do it all! From packages and flights to car rental, accommodation, cruises and so much more...

Holiday Tips & Ideas

Not to sure what to do or where to go for your next holiday? Needing travel checklists or guidance on important things to consider?

Travel Gear & Publications

Practical products, atlases and guides as well as leading global navigation systems to enhance your travel experience.

South African Toll fees

All the information you will require on South Africa's Toll Plazas.

South African Road Report

Information on condition of various roads in the country is available to the motorists to ensure a safer journey.

Distance Calculator

Need distances between the towns in South Africa?

Online Route Maps & Planner

Ensure that your journey is smooth and hassle free by using our route planner.

International Travel, Documentation & Insurances.

International Driving Permits

An IDP is highly recommended when you drive in a foreign country.

Travel Insurance Aimed at reducing the traveller's exposure to unforeseen and often unaffordable travel and medical related expenses.

Visas & Forex

We assist you to make sure that your travel documentation, visas, passport and foreign currency will be in order.

FIA & Automobile Clubs Reciprocal Services

A world-wide organisation of Touring and Automobile Clubs that agree to provide a broad range of services to each other's members.

Cross Border Information

Information regarding conditions of travel to Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya and Tanzania. Valuable information regarding required documentation.

Third Party Insurance

A Compulsory insurance that must be obtained when travelling in varius African countries.

Carnet de Passage

Only obtainable from Automobile Association AA and Travel Experience. This essential document covers temporary admission of motor vehicles into Southern Africa countries like, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Kenya and Tanzania.

Desert Kilimanjaro mountain Automobile Association

 

Travel Experience TE & Automobile Association AA Travel Services

·         Travel Experience is your One Stop Travel Shop 

·         Em uma única parada, deixe a Travel Experience lhe ajudar com todos os preparativos de sua viagem à África Austral

·         Travel Experience es tu contacto, te ayudará a organizar tus viajes por el sur de Africa 

·         L'Agenzia Travel Experience vi offre un servizio esclusivo per tutti l vostri bisogni di viaggio in Sud Africa ed i paesi limitrofi 

·         Travel Experience ist der "One-Stop" Anfangspunkt für alle Reisbedürfnisse in südliches Afrika.

Travel Experience TE Tyger Valley and Somerset Mall offer all travel related services supplied by Automobile Association AA of South Africa.

Andre Nel
 
Travel Experience offers a wide range of travel services to the general public.
 
AA Travel Experience Travel Agency
Tyger Valley Centre Entrance 8
Cape Town
Tel:    +27 (0)21 914 2265
Fax:   +27 (0)21 914 2023
Mob:  +27 (0)82 7722 487
E-M :  andre.te@galileosa.co.za
Web:  www.exploreabroad.co.za
IATA no: 772 0361 5
 
 

Kapstadt zu den Viktoriafällen

Kapstadt zu den Viktoriafällen

 

Dies ist der Klassiker unter unseren Touren. Wir erkunden scherpunktmässig Namibia, das mit seinen unglaublich weiten Landschaften eines der tierreichsten Länder Afrika ist. Wir starten in der Traumstadt Kapstadt in Südafrika und führen Sie zu grössten Naturwundern des südlichen Afrikas, dem Okavango Delta in Botswana und den unvergesslichen Viktoriafällen an der Grenze von Sambia und Simbabwe. Eine Tour die seinesgleichen sucht, mit Höhepunkten an allen Tagen.

 

Höhepunkte Südafrika

 

Kapstadt Citytour und eine Fahrt zum Kap der Guten Hoffnung

 

Namibia

 

Kanu-Abenteuer auf dem Oranje Fluss

Besuch des Fish River Canyons

Wanderung zum Sossusvlei in der Namib Wüste

Swakopmund, ein Wüstenstädtchen an der Westküste Namibias

Die unvergleichliche, afrikanische Tierwelt im Etosha Nationalpark

Der Kavango Fluss und das Mahango Reservat im Norden Namibias

Natur pur bei einem Tagestrip im Einbaum-Kanu im oberen Teil des Okavango Delta

 

Botswana

 

Besuch des einzigartigen Chobe Nationalparks mit seinen Elefanten und Löwen

 

Sambia

 

Abenteuerunternehmungen an den unvergesslichen Viktoriafällen

 

Schon seit über 15 Jahren organisieren wir Touren im Sülichen Afrika. Bei uns finden Sie eine Vielzahl an Tourengeboten, von Tagesausflügen bi shin zu Klassiker, der dreiwöchigen "Kreuz des Südens" Safari, die von Kapstadt durch Namibia und Botswana zu den Victoriafällen geht. Alle unsere Touren haben sich schon oft bewährt und gehören  zu den besten Abenteuer Touren und Naturreisen in Afrika. Es sind Camping Safaris und Lodge Touren zu realistischen Preisen für naturverbundene Menschen aller Lebensrichtungen, die einzigartige Tier- und Pflanzenwelt entdecken wollen. Ihre Mitarbeit ist Teil unserer Reisephilosophie und trägt zum Gelingen eines unvergesslichen Afrikaerlebnisses bei.

 

Unsere Philosophie

 

Kleine Gruppen mit persönlicher Betreuung

Sachkundige, naturverbundene Reiseleitung

Viel Zeit für das active Naturerlebnis (Tierbegegnungen, Wanderungen, Kanutouren)

Sorgfältig geplante Reiserouten zu ausgewählten Naturschönheiten

Zelt- und Lagerfeuerromantik auf atemberaubenden Lagerplätzen

Abwechslungsreiche Verplegung und sichere Ausrüsting

 

Komfortable und zuverlässige Fahrzeuge

 

Freundlich und Kompetent

Unsere Guides sind alle erfahrene, ausgebildete Reiseleiter. Einige von ihnen sind schon seit Jahren bei uns dabei. Sie sind zuverlässig, hilfsbereit und stehen Ihnen während der ganzen Reis emit ihrem umfassenden Wissen zur Seite. Ihre Erfahrung und ihr Können garantieren Ihnen einen unvergesslichen Aufenthalt im südlichen Afrika.

 

Andre Nel
 
Travel Experience offers a wide range of travel services to the general public.
 
AA Travel Experience Travel Agency
Tyger Valley Centre Entrance 8
Cape Town
Tel:    +27 (0)21 914 2265
Fax:   +27 (0)21 914 2023
Mob:  +27 (0)82 7722 487
E-M :  andre.te@galileosa.co.za
Web:  www.exploreabroad.co.za
IATA no: 772 0361 5
 
 

The Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa

The Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa, also called uKhahlamba (the Barrier of Spears), are a 200-kilometre-long mountainous wonderland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They are also the highest mountains in South Africa.

The Sani Pass is called the gateway between the Southern Drakensberg range and the mountain kingdom of Lesotho. The route, aptly called the "Roof of Africa", is the highest road in Africa and third highest in the world with peaks at a heady height of 3200m above sea level! Close to the Sani Pass summit, within a couple of kilometres, is the highest peak in South Africa, Thabane Ntlenyana, 3482m high.

Lesotho, affectionately known as the "Mountain Kingdom in the Sky" is one of the few remaining monarchies in Africa. It boasts of a pristine natural beauty and offers an opportunity to explore relics of a pre-historic past.

Visit the majestic Drakensberg Mountains and learn about Africa's

See the majestic Drakensberg Mountains and vist the kingdom of Lesotho

Courtesy Isango

 

Visita: Reservas salvajes de la vida

Travel Experience is your one stop contact to assist you with all your travel arrangements in Southern Africa

 

Spielraum-Erfahrung ist Ihr ein Endkontakt, zum Sie mit allen Ihren Reiseplanungen im südlichen Afrika zu unterstützen

 

 

A experiência do curso é seu contato de um batente para ajudar-lhe com todos seus arranjos de curso na África meridional

 

La experiencia del recorrido es su contacto de una parada para asistirle con todos sus arreglos de recorrido en África meridional

 

 

L'esperienza di corsa è il vostro contatto di un arresto per aiutarlo con tutte le vostre disposizioni di corsa in Africa del Sud

 

Visita: Reservas do jogo, propriedades do vinho, Hideaways da montanha, restaurantes maravilhosos

 

 

Visita: Reservas del juego, estados del vino, Hideaways de la montaña, restaurantes maravillosos

 

 

Visita: Reservas salvajes de la vida, estados del vino, Hideaways de la montaña, restaurantes maravillosos

 

Visita: Reservas selvagens da vida, propriedades do vinho, parques nacionais, restaurantes maravilhosos, vilas litorais

 

Visita: Reservas salvajes de la vida, estados del vino, parques nacionales, restaurantes maravillosos, aldeas costeras

 

Chiamata: Riserve selvagge di vita, proprietà del vino, parchi nazionali, ristoranti meravigliosi, villaggi litoranei

 

Besuch: Wilde Leben Reserven, Wein-Zustände, Nationalparks, wundervolle Gaststätten, Küstendörfer

 

 

Endroits de secret d'expérience

De geheime plaatsen van de ervaring

 

Andre Nel
 
Travel Experience offers a wide range of travel services to the general public.
 
AA Travel Experience Travel Agency
Tyger Valley Centre Entrance 8
Cape Town
Tel:    +27 (0)21 914 2265
Fax:   +27 (0)21 914 2023
Mob:  +27 (0)82 7722 487
E-M :  andre.te@galileosa.co.za
Web:  www.exploreabroad.co.za
IATA no: 772 0361 5
 
 

TE Service Local Culture & Wildlife:

TE Service

 

Local Culture & Wildlife: 

Archaeological sites – The historical wonders of Mapungubwe can be admired by booking a guided heritage tour. Popular sites in Kruger National Park include Thulamela and Masorini. Most other parks also have a variety of Stone Age and Iron Age sites.

Rock art – Impressive and very old rock art was left by San and Khoekhoen throughout South Africa. Parks like  Tsitsikamma National Park.

Historical buildings – From remnants of old kingdoms to old colonial buildings and the Agulhas Lighthouse.

Fossils – Look for them in Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Karoo National Park, and Mapungubwe National Park and World Heritage Site, or find Eve's footprints in the West Coast National Park.

Selfdrive & Wildlife:

 

Should visitors wish to explore South Africa their own, we provide a fully comprehensive service, including a personalised trip based on  individual needs, interest and budgets.  This includes full route descriptions, maps, lists of things to do and see along the route, recommended restaurants, and a wide variety of accommodation types. All this to ensure an unforgettable experience.

 

All independent travelers are personally met on arrival at the main entry points of South Africa, where all documentation will be handed to them.  Assistance in obtaining their rental vehicle, if applicable, is also given.

All this is backed by 24 hour, 7 days a week assistance.  Whether they need confirmation of a seat on a flight, medical assistance, a change in itinerary, or whatever their request, our team is always on standby to assist in a friendly, professional and most efficient way.

Golf & Wildlife:  

South Africa offers more than 500 golf courses acros the country. We provide a selection of the finest courses with diverse climates, cultures and scenic attractions. Combine a golf excursion with a wildlife safari with blue skies and pleasant temperatures.

 

 Wine & Wildlife

World renowned reastaurants and wine estates will complete your Africa journey.

 

 Gaming & Wildlife 

 

Choose one of the wide range of resorts that offer you entertainment, sport, gambling, accomodation and some of the best restaurants.

 

 

 

 
 

Africa Travel Report: Mpumalanga Safari

Africa Travel Report: Mpumalanga Safari

 

I recently flew from Cape Town International Airport to the Goldfields of Johannesburg in Gauteng en route to explore the North Eastern part of South Africa called Mpumalanga.

 

Mpumalanga, which means "land of the rising sun" in the local SiSwati language, has it all -- from exhilarating wildlife, to secluded mountain retreats, ancient ruined cities, wild water sports, and some of South Africa's most diverse and vibrant African cultures.

The province's year-round sunny weather, soaring peaks, steamy jungles and expansive waterways have also made it home to a bewildering array of adventure sport, from expeditions down the world's oldest caves, to taking flight at the continent's largest paragliding festival.

The region borders Mozambique, Swaziland and the southern tip of the Kruger National Park and takes visitors to the historic towns of Barberton, Komatipoort, Kaapmuiden and Badplaas. Barberton was the centre of the local gold rush and the façade of Africa's first stock exchange, which was built in 1887, still stands

There is God's Window and the world's third largest canyon and biggest green canyon, the Blyde River Canyon. There are also the astonishing Bourke's Luck Potholes and three rondawels. The towns of Lydenburg and White River are gateways to the route, which takes visitors through the quaint towns of Pilgrim's Rest, a living museum dating back to the hey days of the gold rush, as well as Sabie, Graskop, Ohrigstad and Hazyview.

 

Nature enthusiasts will discover cascading water falls while adrenaline junkies can get their next rush by bungee jumping, white water rafting or going on rigorous 4x4 trails. More gentler pursuits include hot air ballooning, walking trails and gold panning.

 

Mpumalanga's Highlands Meander is a nature lover's paradise, boasting South Africa's premier fly-fishing mecca, some of the sub-continent's rarest birds, best rock climbing, and most spectacular wild flower displays -- all just two-hours drive from the metropolitan centres of Gauteng and Mozambique.

It is also home to Africa's only breeding community of wild Black Leopard, who haunt the wild mountain ravines and streams that characterise the Highland Meander.

The region's diversity and string of quaint historic towns have made it a popular weekend hideaway for well-heeled city sleekers, who flock to hamlets such as Dullstroom for South Africa's best trout and fly fishing. The town's stone lodges nestle along cool trout dams and streams, where bright yellow arum lilies and 120 other species of indigenous wild flower carpet the region in a kaleidoscope of colour every spring.

 

Add to this wonderful splendour of nature the excellent accommodation and relaxation facilities that are available in this part of Africa. During my visit I experienced from self catering accommodation to three star lodges to five star resort hotels. There are a variety of public and private game reserves and more than enough sport  and recreation like golf and water rafting, relaxing hiking trials, bird watching and casinos.

I rented a convenient micro bus at Oliver Tambo International airport in Johannesburg. The road past Dullstroom to the Kruger National Park and Nelspruit was excellent and me and my guests really enjoyed ourselves in all the  bars, restaurants and coffee shops available in the area.

I will recommend a visit to this area to any on with interest in nature, wildlife and culture and you will be assured of a wonderful Africa experience.

Watch ot for the next Travel Report that will inform you about the Bushman and San paintings that can be explored in the Cederberg mountains in the area of the Western Cape. Also known for its wonderful seafood and wine estates.

 My trips are sponsored by Travel Experience Tyger Valley and information was supplied by Mpumalanga Tourism Authority and AA Automobile Association of South Africa.

Regards,

Andre
 

We offer you the most comprehensive travel services in Southern Africa

Travel Experience TE & Automobile Association AA Travel Services

We offer you the most comprehensive travel services in Southern Africa

Travel Experience TE Tyger Valley and Somerset Mall offer all travel related services supplied by Automobile Association AA of South Africa. We offer visitors practical and valuable assistance in South Africa and neighbouring countries in Southern Africa.

We have a network of professional travel suppliers throughout the region who have committed themselves to provide an excellent service and promote the Automobile Association (AA) brand and philosophy.

Inbound Travel - Planning to travel to Southern Africa?

Allow us to assist you with all your planning. We can book your transport, accommodation, flights, activities and all sight seeing excursions. All you need to do is to arrive and we will take care of you.

We offer you the most comprehensive travel services in Southern Africa, including:

  • private touring
  • custom tour itineraries
  • scheduled tour departures
  • group tours

Excellent service, 24 hour Automobile Association (AA) backup and the most experienced consultants South Africa has to offer to ensure your experience in Southern Africa - Mozambique, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania and Kenia - will never be forgotten.

Whether it is for a self drive trip in South Africa or a cross-border adventure to the Okavango Swamps, Namib Desert, Victoria Falls or Kilimanjaro Mountain.

Travel Experience Tyger Valley and Automobile Association of South Africa offer travellers access to a variety of guest houses, Bed and Breakfast establishments, hotels and game lodges in the Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Gauteng and the rest of Southern Africa.

All our recommended properties across the country are either quality-assured or star graded, giving you peace of mind. Choose your preferred level of Automobile Association Quality Assurance suitable accommodation.

Automobile Association AA Assured Recommended, Highly Recommended and Superior establishments are visited an assessed by our highly trained assessors. The properties which are associate members are endorsed on the strength of their membership of the National Star Grading System or being part of a group.

Travel Bookings & Accessories

Visitors Travelling to Southern Africa

Cross Border Information

Information regarding conditions of travel to Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya and Tanzania. Valuable information regarding required documentation.

Third Party Insurance

A Compulsory insurance that must be obtained when travelling in various African countries.

Travel Gear & Publications

Practical products, atlases and guides as well as leading global navigation systems to enhance your travel experience.

FIA & Automobile Clubs Reciprocal Services

A world-wide organisation of Touring and Automobile Clubs that agree to provide a broad range of services to each other's members.

Carnet de Passage

Only obtainable from Automobile Association AA and Travel Experience. This essential document covers temporary admission of motor vehicles into Southern Africa countries like, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Kenya, and Tanzania

South African Toll fees

All the information you will require on South Africa's Toll Plazas.

South African Road Report

Information on condition of various roads in the country is available to the motorists to ensure a safer journey.

Online Route Maps & Planner

Ensure that your journey is smooth and hassle free by using our route planner.

Documentation & Insurance.

Andre Nel
 
Travel Experience offers a wide range of travel services to the general public.
 
AA Travel Experience Travel Agency
Tyger Valley Centre Entrance 8
Cape Town
Tel:    +27 (0)21 914 2265
Fax:   +27 (0)21 914 2023
Mob:  +27 (0)82 7722 487
E-M :  andre.te@galileosa.co.za
Web:  www.exploreabroad.co.za
IATA no: 772 0361 5