I'm new to JY and although nervous I am thinking of going to SA in Sept. I 'm a little worried regarding the reputation of crime in SA but note that all the testimonies are very positive and it sounds a most wonderful trip. Can you please advise if there is an extra cost to the overnight stay in Johannesburg before the add-on trip and if so how much would that be. Also can you give me a rough estimate of the prices of the 4 optional tours and do they include any meals. Thank you.

Regards, Yvonne

A Just You holiday is the perfect way to see South Africa. You will be with a large group and have a tour manager to look after you, so you don't need to worry about anything. Of course you should be careful with your belongings and that sort of thing, but that would be true anywhere you go. I'm sure you will have a fantastic time.

The Johannesburg night is included in the holiday price.

I've copied all the optional excursion prices for you below. None include meals as far as I can see but check your final information letter for more details - this is sent out around 2 weeks before you travel.

Kind regards,

Olly, your editor

Add-on:

Zambia add on - Elephant Safari (in resort only) £100

Zambia add on - Helicopter Ride 12 min flight (in resort only) £91

Zambia add on - Helicopter Ride 25 min flight (in resort only) £182

Zambia add on - Micro Light Flight - 15 min flight (in resort only) £88

Zambia add on - Micro Light Flight - 30 min flight (in resort only)£175

Zambia add on - Livingstone Orientation & Museum (in resort only) £25

Zambia add on - Royal Livingstone Express (in resort only) £121

Zambia add on - Livingstone Island (in resort only) £86

Zambia add on - Chobe Game Drive (in resort only) £116

Main tour (2011 prices - bear in mind these may change)

CAPETOWN

Helicopter Ride

An amazing flight by helicopter over Cape Town - a truly wonderful way to view the city and Table Mountain.

Price: £113.00 (duration 30mins)

Evening Cruise

A delightful evening cruise from the waterfront, around the bay. Enjoy a stunning African sunset before returning to the quayside.

Price: £20.00 - transfer not included (duration approx 90 minutes)

Winelands Tour

A spectacular full day tour through the vineyard covered valleys and scenic country roads en route to a winery where you can enjoy a tour of the cellars followed by a tasting.

Price: £62.00

Cape Tour

A full day excursion featuring the Cape of Good Hope, Simon’s Town and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Price: £62.00

Robben Island

Please note that it is becoming more difficult to book the Robben Island excursion on arrival in Cape Town. We therefore recommend that if you want to do this extra excursion you should book this in advance, as space is very limited.

To book, please contact Nelson Mandela Gateway on:

Tel: 00 27 21 413 4200

Tickets cost approx R200.00 per person.

KNYSNA

Township Tour

Enjoy a half day tour of a township with a local guide where you’ll be taken to a shanty town, a primary school and a traditional healer.

Price: £38.00

HAZYVIEW

Elephant Whispers

Take the opportunity to come face to face with an elephant. You’ll be able to touch, feed and take a short ride on one of these gentle giants - a privilege once reserved only for royalty!

Price: £79.00 per person - ride and interaction

Price: £48.00 per person - interaction only

Please note that return transfers are not included in the rates above but can be arranged for a small additional cost through your Tour Manager.

KRUGER

Game Drives

Enjoy the thrill and excitement of the sights and sounds of a Game Drive - there is nothing quite like a close encounter with some of Africa’s spectacular wildlife!

Price: £41.00 (afternoon game drive - approx 4 hours)

Price: £63.00 (full day drive - approx 8/9 hours)

Please note that these drives take place on different days.

When booking any excursions/additional activities, a receipt should be issued by your Tour Manager. As arrangements have to be made in advance, it is only possible to refund money in cases of genuine illness.

Kruger Full Day Game Drive (packed breakfast)

Zambia add on - Royal Livingstone Express (in resort only) £121 - five course spectacular dinner

Zambia add on - Livingstone Island (in resort only) £86 - very tasty meal just beside the Falls

Zambia add on - Chobe Game Drive (in resort only) £116 - buffet lunch

Have an amazing holiday!

Bob

I've booked this trip with the add-on at the end of September. It would be great if you decide to come. As Bob says the trip has had brilliant reviews and I certainly plan on doing all the optional excursions. I went to Australia with JY last October with a great group and had an amazing time so I have no doubt this trip will also be fab. It's natural to feel nervous when thinking about taking the plunge but everyone is in the same situation and looking to have a good holiday. As regards to safety - you will never be on your own during the holiday unless you want to be. There will always be someone wanting to do the same thing as you and the Tour Manager is there to make sure no one gets left out.

Sally

I opted to go to Robben Island instead of the Winelands, I was able to book Robben Island online.

There was a safe in every hotel room where we stayed. Felt very safe a part of a large group and very well looked after. Just don't go wandering off on your own.

You'll have a wonderful time.

Janice

Hi Yvonne

A Just You holiday is the perfect way to see South Africa. You will be with a large group and have a tour manager to look after you, so you don't need to worry about anything. Of course you should be careful with your belongings and that sort of thing, but that would be true anywhere you go. I'm sure you will have a fantastic time.

The Johannesburg night is included in the holiday price.

I've copied all the optional excursion prices for you below. None include meals as far as I can see but check your final information letter for more details - this is sent out around 2 weeks before you travel.

Kind regards,

Olly, your editor

Add-on:

Zambia add on - Elephant Safari (in resort only) £100

Zambia add on - Helicopter Ride 12 min flight (in resort only) £91

Zambia add on - Helicopter Ride 25 min flight (in resort only) £182

Zambia add on - Micro Light Flight - 15 min flight (in resort only) £88

Zambia add on - Micro Light Flight - 30 min flight (in resort only)£175

Zambia add on - Livingstone Orientation & Museum (in resort only) £25

Zambia add on - Royal Livingstone Express (in resort only) £121

Zambia add on - Livingstone Island (in resort only) £86

Zambia add on - Chobe Game Drive (in resort only) £116

Main tour (2011 prices - bear in mind these may change)

CAPETOWN

Helicopter Ride

An amazing flight by helicopter over Cape Town - a truly wonderful way to view the city and Table Mountain.

Price: £113.00 (duration 30mins)

Evening Cruise

A delightful evening cruise from the waterfront, around the bay. Enjoy a stunning African sunset before returning to the quayside.

Price: £20.00 - transfer not included (duration approx 90 minutes)

Winelands Tour

A spectacular full day tour through the vineyard covered valleys and scenic country roads en route to a winery where you can enjoy a tour of the cellars followed by a tasting.

Price: £62.00

Cape Tour

A full day excursion featuring the Cape of Good Hope, Simon’s Town and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Price: £62.00

Robben Island

Please note that it is becoming more difficult to book the Robben Island excursion on arrival in Cape Town. We therefore recommend that if you want to do this extra excursion you should book this in advance, as space is very limited.

To book, please contact Nelson Mandela Gateway on:

Tel: 00 27 21 413 4200

Tickets cost approx R200.00 per person.

KNYSNA

Township Tour

Enjoy a half day tour of a township with a local guide where you’ll be taken to a shanty town, a primary school and a traditional healer.

Price: £38.00

HAZYVIEW

Elephant Whispers

Take the opportunity to come face to face with an elephant. You’ll be able to touch, feed and take a short ride on one of these gentle giants - a privilege once reserved only for royalty!

Price: £79.00 per person - ride and interaction

Price: £48.00 per person - interaction only

Please note that return transfers are not included in the rates above but can be arranged for a small additional cost through your Tour Manager.

KRUGER

Game Drives

Enjoy the thrill and excitement of the sights and sounds of a Game Drive - there is nothing quite like a close encounter with some of Africa’s spectacular wildlife!

Price: £41.00 (afternoon game drive - approx 4 hours)

Price: £63.00 (full day drive - approx 8/9 hours)

Please note that these drives take place on different days.

When booking any excursions/additional activities, a receipt should be issued by your Tour Manager. As arrangements have to be made in advance, it is only possible to refund money in cases of genuine illness.

Thank you so much Olly and everyone for most helpful replies.

JY sound as if they really do look after you.

Has anyone booked for 27thSept yet? If so how many and what gender and ages please? Maybe its still a little early for bookings in Sept. Yvonne

Hi I was on the tour last Sept/Oct and as you might have seen from my testamonial, it was brilliant! The optional excursions on the whole are fantastic, I didn't do the trip around the bay at Cape Town, but those who did said it was a bit disappointing but I reckon it depends what time of year you do it, as the spectacular sunset didn't materialise. It did, however, on the Zambezi evening cruise on the add-on - it was the most spectacular sunset I've ever seen and I must have taken about 100 photos! The food was great there too. A meal is included in the following excursions:

Kruger Full Day Game Drive (packed breakfast)

Zambia add on - Royal Livingstone Express (in resort only) £121 - five course spectacular dinner

Zambia add on - Livingstone Island (in resort only) £86 - very tasty meal just beside the Falls

Zambia add on - Chobe Game Drive (in resort only) £116 - buffet lunch

Have an amazing holiday!

Bob

[Thank you so much for replying and the info. Yvonne]

Yvonne

I've been looking at taking the South African trip end of september too but unfortunately can't get the time off work for the Victoria Falls add-on. But I was sold on just the regular trip. It looks wicked and although I've never really travelled anywhere like Africa, for that length of time by myself, just seeing how friendly and encouraging everyone is has made up my mind for me!

As soon as I get the ok from my boss I'm there! I'm sure you'll have a blast. The Elephant exeprience thingy sounds awesome!

As you say, it is early but we already have nine for this holiday - three men and six women, with ages from early 40s to mid 70s.

Kind regards,

Olly, your editor