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Win a bucket list trip of a lifetime with African Expeditions and the Outdoor Eco Adventure and Travel Expo worth over R60 000!

Win a self-drive guided holiday through Namibia for 2 people sharing from 13^th to 28^th July 2020 valued at R63 200,00

On this amazing adventure, the winner will experience:

• Swakopmund – Effectively where we officially enter the Skeleton Coast, this amazing town right next to the coast as well as the mighty Namib Desert as an over abundance of spectacular scenery, many a shop as well as tonnes of activities available, we have some amazing dinner plans in order, always exited to visit this awesome desert paradise!
• The Cape Cross Seal Colony-on our way up the Skeleton Coast, passing by a shipwreck or two we will find ourselves stumbling upon a colony seals of about 100 000 strong, one of the largest cape fur seal colonies to be found anywhere! This amazing site coupled with the fantastic eco-friendly lodge and their amazing location make for an unforgettable experience.
• After spending some time next to the coast, we move inland to the pre-historic feeling Damaraland, passing by some giant Welwitchias as well as Messum Crater on our way to a very small and secluded spot within the Ugab River Valley where we’ll be camping in our pre-set camp and enjoying our meals from the campfire.
• After traversing through the heart of Damaraland we then move n to the famous Kaokoland where we once more will be enjoying some fantastic lodging, but the big treat is the privilege to drive into the Hoanib River Valley in search of the almost forgotten Desert Elephants.
• And so we find ourselves going about as far North as one can in Namibia towards the spectacular Epupa falls and the beautiful accompanying Kunene River, words cannot really describe how beautiful this area is.
• And then last, but not least, we indulge our senses with the fantastic wildlife of Etosha National Park, after all, one cannot visit Namibia and not try your best to take in as much as possible, both scenery and wildlife.
• And more!

Watch our video of the 2019 trip: https://youtu.be/7c6Gr2r2NbU 

Prize includes:

• 16 nights of accommodation in various lodges, hotels and camping spots.
• All meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily as well as bottled water.
• Experienced tour guide.
• All park entry fees.
• 2-way radio communication in vehicle.
• Full logistical crew to set up camp for you.
• Tents, camp beds and bedding.

Prize excludes:

• Travel either by road or plane to and from Windhoek before and after the safari holiday. Prize winners can either opt to drive to Windhoek for the start or fly in and hire a 4×4 vehicle for the duration of the holiday. Flights are priced in the region of R4000 to R5800 per person (as at August 2019). Details will be discussed with the winner.
• 4×4 vehicle. 4×4 hire is priced from R1100 to R1400 per day (as at August 2019). Details will be discussed with the winner.
• Border costs.
• All fuel and maintenance costs.
• Vehicle insurance.

Prize terms and conditions:

• Winner will be announced on Sunday, 27^th October 2019 at 17h00.
• Winner will liase with African Expeditions directly and must abide to the conditions set for the safari.
• Safari departs from Windhoek on 13^th Prize winner is responsible for their own travel to Windhoek and must arrive in Windhoek by 12^th July. Overnight accommodation for the 12^th is included in the prize.
• Prize is on a sharing basis of all accommodation.
• Only listed activities are included in the prize.
• African Expeditions reserve the right to amend routes and dates as a result of unforeseen circumstances. New dates or revised route will be offered to the winner.
• Outdoor Exhibition Organisers (Pty) Ltd will not be responsible or enter into any communication with regard to the prize on offer.
• Prize is not transferrable or exchangeable for cash.

Win a Balloon Safari and Champagne Breakfast for 2 with Bill Harrop’s “Original” Balloon Safaris

Prize is valid for a year and is valued at over R5500.

Prize terms and conditions:

• Winner will be announced on Sunday, 27^th October 2019 at 17h00.
• The winner will liase directly with Outdoor Exhibition Organisers.
• Prize is valid for 1 year as of the 28th October 2019.
• Booking subject to weather conditions and subject to availability.
• Prize is not transferrable or exchangeable for cash.

About Bill Harrop’s Original Balloon Safaris

Do it in unassailable style.

Quaff champagne as you enjoy what some describe as the closest thing to heaven known to man – the magical “experience” of lazily drifting with the wind in a hot air balloon on a fascinating aerial sightseeing flight over the majestic Magaliesberg on South Africa’s largest and most experienced balloon air service.

Game Viewing Balloon Safaris packages available. Visit www.balloon.co.za for more info.

HOT OFF THE PRESS!!

THE 25TH ANNUAL OUTDOOR ECO ADVENTURE AND TRAVEL EXPO ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF A NEW VENUE, NEW DATES AND NEW ATTRACTIONS FOR 2017

BACKGROUND TO THE OUTDOOR EXPO

In keeping up with our proud tradition of being the leaders in the Outdoor Expo arena – we have relooked at what the industry needs, and what the consumer would wish to experience at a fresh new look Outdoor Expo.

Our first Outdoor Adventure Expo was hosted at the Kyalami Race Track in 1992. The Original Outdoor Expo was a dream of Shirley Shearer to bring the Outdoor Adventure and Travel Industry together under one roof and to provide a platform for Visitors to interact and experience the outdoors.

We have enjoyed 24 years of providing over 600 000 consumers, who love the outdoors, an expo to experience what the our Outdoor Exhibitors have on offer, from Travel and Tourism, to Trailers, Caravans, 4×4’s, Boats, Accessories and much more.

NOW TO 2017

CELEBRATING OUR 25TH ANNUAL OUTDOOR EXPO IN KYALAMI AREA!

NEW VENUE: Inanda Country Base

NEW DATES: 27th To 29th October – Summer expo!

We have moved to the beautiful Inanda Country Base, in the heart of Kyalami, which attracts your target market from Johannesburg North, East, West, South and Pretoria South and East.

This true outdoor venue will afford Exhibitors from all over South Africa and further afield to promote their Products, Services, Tourism offerings, Adventure Activities, Accessories, and more. Hosted in both Indoor Marquee, and Outdoor Areas to profile their goods to the best advantage.

GOOD FOOD AND EVENTS

This venue also offers events for the visitors to experience at the Expo. An off road adventure experience either in a test vehicle with an instructor or drive your own 4×4 on the 3 km off-road course, helicopter flights, horse and pony activities, children adventure centre and more!

ADVENTURE FESTIVAL

The Adventure Festival Area will feature outdoor seating on lush green lawns, whilst being hosted by a number of good food, craft beer, wine, gin and vodka bars, champagne and oyster offerings and much more.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Live entertainment daily, social dogs on leads welcome, bring your camping chair and picnic blanket and enjoy a Full Outdoor Day Out In The Country for the Whole Family and Friends!

For more information on the Expo or to book your stand – please contact Shirley Shearer on 0824432277 or email shirley@outdoorexpo.co.za

APRIL 2016 PRESS RELEASE

Exciting new line up of activities at the Outdoor Eco Adventure and Travel Expo taking place at the beautiful Waterfall Polo Estate on the corner Maxwell Drive and R55 opposite the Waterfall Shopping Centre, Midrand

A weekend in the country for the whole family to explore and enjoy!

Over 200 exhibits from 4×4’s, Boats, Trailers, Destinations, Activities and more. The Farmers Market and food court will offer you taste sensations, craft beer, wine, cocktails, biltong and Live Entertainment.

The Self Drive 4×4 Course is under way and will provide visitors the opportunity to ‘Find The Fun’ on this adventurous track over 1.5km on the estate!  An experienced 4 Wheel Drive Club instructor will be with you to  engage the ups and downs!

For the Rugby enthusiasts, we want you to join the Big Screen Fixtures on the Gig Rig!  From 2.30 pm Saturday 28^th May you will be able to book your table of 6 and enjoy time with your mates until 8.00 pm!  The Food Court will be open and rugby will be featured.  Booking essential.

Sunday 29^th May 7.00 am– early risers can join our Mass Ride For Cycle Awareness.  Entry R75 per person and the whole family are invited to make a stand for cyclists to provide a Safe Environment for all on the roads. Wear Lumo Orange: A bandanna, bib, face paint, or decorate your bike to show your support for Cycle Awareness at the Outdoor Expo.

Sunday 29^th May features our furry friends Doggy Walk for you and all your mutts. Registration is at 7.30 am with the 2km walk for energetic dogs and owners or 1km walk for smaller dogs starting at 9.00am!  All Proceeds to SPCA Midrand. Then join the Sunday festivities at the Outdoor Expo with your social dog on a lead!

Enjoy the time with our Key Speakers at the Go Green Corner in the Main Marquee. Talks on Saturday 28^th and Sunday 29^th:  Entry Free. Limited seating so bookings essential! Call our office on 011 8029362 or our website for more on our Speakers and Times.

Feedback from one of our prize winners:

“I was the lucky winner of this competition at the Outdoor Expo held at the Waterfall Polo Estate in May this year. It was an extremely generous prize. It was for two people and included two nights at the Tuskers B ‘n B at Hartebeespoort, an elephant interaction experience, tickets to the Bush Baby Sanctuary PLUS tickets for a ride up the aerial cableway at Hartebeespoortdam.

We – my husband and I – were in the lucky position to be able to take this up during the week, much quieter than over a weekend. We felt very privileged and were spoilt by everyone who was involved.

The Tuskers B ‘n B is luxurious, built with care and attention to detail. The gentleman in charge there, Noah, is very helpful and efficient and nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast he cooks and serves really sets one up for the day and is delicious as well! The Bush Baby Sanctuary was very interesting, the monkeys and lemurs are amusing and naughty and the guide, Wyson, was able to answer all our questions – with lots of humour!

Taking a ride up the cableway was great fun, the facilities are world-class and the views from the top are really worth seeing. The short walk, which clearly points out the different aspects, is very informative. We enjoyed a tasty pizza at the top as well, whilst gazing out over Africa!

Finally – and best of all – the elephant interaction programme. Well, it is FANTASTIC !!! The tour guide that day was Sam – and he excels at his job. He is passionate about elephants and gives a very interesting talk. Furthermore he can answer any question thrown at him and a lot more besides.

Getting up close and personal with the elephants was the highlight of it all. Feeding them, walking with them, touching them, getting a muddy kiss and just hugging them ….. amazing!! It was a never-to-be-forgotten day! So sad to think that these gentle giants have an uncertain future in the wild. These elephants all have their own story and are very lucky to be living in safety in their little bit of heaven at the Hartebeesport Elephant Sanctuary.

Everyone should take the time to be a tourist in our own country and visit and enjoy facilities like these. We would like to thank everyone involved in this wonderful prize – we thoroughly enjoyed every moment and really appreciated it all.

Thank you!

Tracy & Peter Armitage, Standerton.”

STAND AWARD WINNERS

Premier Award:

Gauteng Tourism

Gold Award:

Barra Lodge, Harley Davidson, Scubaversity, Campworld/Jurgens, Rivonia Toyota and 67 Blankets

Silver Award:

Harties Activation, Tree Tags, Honorary Rangers, Leisure Marine, Oska Chill Zone, Lilly Cafe, Hunters/Savanna, Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Fun Cocktail Bar

Bronze Award:

Canoe and Kayak, Wildlife and Exotic Resorts, Earth Bags, Gustos Paella, Vingooo, Qualito, Pink Drive, TorchSA and Vino on Tap.

Look out for our billboards from 1 May!