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2 SINCE 1997 Jarat Tours offers a variety of specialised guided day tours and full transportation services in and around Cape Town and Johannesburg, specifi cally customised to suit your individual interests and preferences. With nearly two decades in the luxury-day-tour market, Jarat Tours philosophy is to give the highest level of professional and personalised service by being fl exible and adaptable to the needs and requests of our clients. Jarat Tours offers our clients the convenience of having all travel and transportation requirements managed by one operator. MAKE THE EXCLUSIVE CHOICE

3 CAPE TOWN & SURROUNDS The Western Cape is one of South Africa s most beautiful provinces. Cape Town is set in one of the most scenic locations in the world. With majestic Table Mountain as its backdrop, Cape Town s natural diverse beauty, vibrant cultural life, its weather, great outdoor lifestyle and beautiful beaches make it one of the top international destinations in the world. The city attracts adventure seekers, nature lovers, the romantics and offers fun activities for the whole family. CAPE TOWN CITY TOURS Join us as we travel through South Africa s oldest city affectionately known as the Mother City. On this tour you will encounter unique cultures, architecture, historical sites and unforgettable scenery. CAPE PENINSULA TOUR Join us as we travel around the Cape Peninsula, named by early explorers as the Fairest Cape. On this tour you will encounter beautiful beaches, remarkable scenery, the mythical meeting place of the two oceans, local wildlife and world-famous botanical gardens. Boat trip to seal island (optional) Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve Clifton & Camps bay beaches Cape Point Ostrich Farm Cape Point (the most south-westerly tip of the African continent) False bay (the largest bay in Southern Africa) Boulders (African Penguin Colony) Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens Bo-Kaap / Cape Malay Quarter (home to the Oldest Mosque in South Africa) Table Mountain (weather permitting) Company Gardens; Houses Of Parliament; Iziko SA Museum & Planetarium SA National Gallery & Other Historical Buildings Castle Of Good Hope (the Oldest Buildings in South Africa) Green Market Square (Cape Town s Oldest Market) City Orientation (Cape Town is the oldest City In South Africa)

4 WINELANDS TOUR The Cape Winelands are amongst the most scenic in the world. A visual feast of lush green valleys, rugged mountains, fi ne cuisine and world-class wine producing estates make up the Cape Winelands. Its many historic wine estates, characterized by classic Cape Dutch-style buildings with distinctive gables and thatched roofs, and massive vineyards date back centuries. Because wine is such a personal preference, your tour will be tailor-made to your individual wine preferences and the following highlights are just a few possibilities: Paarl (one of the oldest towns in South Africa) Historical Stellenbosch (oldest Wine Route in South Africa established in 1971) Franschhoek Valley (culinary capital of South Africa) Places of interest include the French Huguenot Museum, Vintage Motor Museum, Chocolate Tasting at the boutique Chocolaterie. Wine, Cheese and Olive Tastings Cellar Tour Various Wine Estates (booked according to your wine preferences) BEST OF CAPE TOUR For those with a limited schedule, this full-day tour is a combination of Cape Point and the Winelands. We start off the day travelling around the Peninsula and then make our way through to the world-famous Stellenbosch wine region in the afternoon. Clifton and Camps bay beaches Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve Cape Point (the most south-westerly tip of the African continent) Boulders (African Penguin Colony) False bay (the largest bay in Southern Africa) Historical Stellenbosch

5 TOWNSHIP TOUR This tour shows how the majority of South Africans live in the buzzing townships. It is an excellent opportunity to interact with local communities and share in the rich African culture and traditional values. Experience unique township culinary delights, or try some home-made brew in a shebeen (pub) while enjoying some township jazz. Visit an African craft market, spaza shop, school, orphanage, community centre and a traditional healer. Traditional healer (sangoma) Craft Markets Community housing Shebeen (local pub) ROBBEN ISLAND TOUR Robben Island s most famous resident was Nelson Mandela, who spent most of his 27 year prison sentence there. The island is now a museum and conservation area and was declared a World Heritage Site in 1999 and today has become one of Cape Town s top attractions. This tour is a half-day tour and may be combined with another half-day tour to create a full-day tour. Ferry trip to / from the island Breathtaking view of Cape town and Table Mountain Bus tour around the island Walking tour of prison (conducted by former inmates) Nelson Mandela s cell Penguin Colony

6 WHALE ROUTE TOUR Hermanus lies along the shores of Walker Bay near the southernmost tip of Africa. Magnifi cent mountains watch over the town, which is home to the Southern Right Whales which frequent our shores annually from June to November. Scenic coastal drive Harold Porter Botanical Gardens Betty s Bay Kleinmond Hermanus Whale-viewing boat trip (optional) WILD FLOWER TOUR Every year, fl ower-gazers marvel at a dramatic botanical phenomenon: a dry, brown and seemingly barren landscape metamorphoses into a breathtaking fl oral wonderland. The fl ower season is rain-dependant. The spring bloom may occur between August and October, depending on rainfall patterns. Melkbosstrand Westcoast National Park Darling

7 OUT OF THE ORDINARY EXPERIENCE If you are looking for something different, there are many activities to do in Cape Town and its surrounds. Some of the many offerings include: A scenic helicopter trip then landing at one of Cape Town s beautiful settings to enjoy a picnic lunch A unique fl avour experience of Wine and Chocolate tasting A Wine Drive Safari through a wine estate on the slopes of the beautiful Helderberg Mountain Meet with top Winemakers at private estates The Jewish Heritage Tour A fl y in 1 day unique African Safari All out of the ordinary experiences are unique and tailor made. We will assist you in creating your own extraordinary experience. ONE DAY SAFARI TOUR A big 5 Game Reserve, situated approximately two hours drive from Cape Town, allows those who have limited time in Cape Town to experience a true African safari in a malaria-free environment. This tour is an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Cape Town. Game drive where you will encounter lion, rhino, buffalo, elephant and leopard The reserve is also home to hippo, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, ostriches and over 170 different species of bird A visit to the ancient rock art site to see the renowned Bushman paintings Lunch at the African Boma Restaurant Return to Cape Town via one of the most picturesque passes in the Cape, Bainskloof Pass A 1 day fl y in safari is also available weather permitting

8 JARAT TOURS KIDS Cape Town is an ideal destination for families, mountains to climb, wildlife to watch, forests and botanical gardens, beautiful beaches, there is plenty to keep the kids happy. Families can have their tours tailored to accommodate the kids. We have included some of the highlights which can be incorporated on some of our tours to keep the little ones interested. CAPE PENINSULA TOUR (KIDS) GARDEN ROUTE TOUR The Garden Route region runs along a scenic stretch of coastline beginning in Cape Town, travelling through Mossel Bay, George, Wilderness, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Tsitsikamma and ending in Port Elizabeth. The region has become South Africa s most popular tourist destination after Cape Town. Visitors are drawn year-round to its indigenous forests, freshwater lakes, wetlands, hidden coves and long beaches. We will tailor-make your Garden Route tour, which will usually last 3 to 4 days, and may include the following: Oudtshoorn Cango Caves Wildlife Ranch Knysna and the Knysna Heads Featherbed Nature Reserve Plettenberg Bay; Tsitsikamma; Port Elizabeth Addo Elephant Park Shamwari Game Reserve Boulders Beach (view African Penguins in their natural habitat) Cape Point Ostrich Farm Imhoff Farm (Oldest Farm In South Africa) Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens Warrior Toy Museum Simon s Town Scratch Patch In Simon s Town (Scramble & Search For Gemstones) World Of Birds (Africa s Largest Bird Sanctuary In Hout Bay) Boat Trip To Seal Island WINELANDS TOUR (KIDS) Butterfl y World Cheetah Outreach Drakenstein Lion Park Le Bonheur Croc Farm Monkey Town Spier Wine Estate: Eagle Encounter Strawberry Picking Seasonal The Giraffe House Wildlife Awareness Centre Toy & Miniature Museum CITY TOUR (KIDS) The Company Gardens (feed the many squirrels) The Iziko South African Museum Scratchpatch At V&A Waterfront Two Oceans Aquarium The Iziko Planetarium Pirate Boat

9 JOHANNESBURG TOURS Johannesburg is a dynamic cosmopolitan city with great places to eat, interesting sites to visit. Home to over 10 million people, excursions will take you to some of the places that changed the future of South Africa. A visit to Soweto is a must on any visit to the city and will give visitors a better understanding of South Africa s apartheid era. Depending on your specifi c interests, we can suggest various combinations of tours and make all the necessary arrangements to suit your preferences and time schedule: JOHANNESBURG AND SOWETO Johannesburg City Tour Johannesburg and Soweto Tour Soweto Tour Footsteps of Mandela and Gandhi Gold Reef City Apartheid Museum ART GALLERIES AND CRAFT MARKETS Amatuli Fine Art Art Africa Everard Read Gallery Gallery on the Square Linda Goodman Gallery Craft Markets NATURE AND WILDLIFE Shambala Private Game Reserve Askari Game Lodge Lion and Rhino Park Elephant Sanctuary Lion Park De Wildt Cheetah Project Pilanesberg and Sun City Casino Resort SHOPPING SAFARI Sandton City Hyde Park Shopping Centre Rosebank Mall Melrose Arch Jewel Africa The Pivot at Montecasino PRETORIA AND SURROUNDS Pretoria City Tour Cullinan Diamond Mine CULTURAL EXPERIENCES Lesedi Cultural Village Ndebele Village NATURAL HISTORY Cradle of Humankind ADVENTURE Hot Air Ballooning ADVENTURE Hot Air Ballooning

10 ART TOURS Our art tours are the ideal way to get up close and personal with the members of the Cape Town art world and their work. Tours can be tailor-made to fi t specifi c interests in painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking and ceramics. Full Day and Half Day Tours are available. Guests are accompanied by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable art expert. : Iziko South African National Gallery Galleries featuring works by local artists Irma Stern Museum Worldart Gallery Bronze Age Imiso Studio SPECIALISED SERVICES CONCIERGE SERVICES Jarat Tours provides a complete travel concierge service. We understand the need for high-quality personal service and expert assistance and we have therefore extended our services by offering an effective, reliable Concierge Service. Some of these services include: Chauffeur Service Airport Transfers Travel and Accommodation arrangements Chaperone Service Personalised Shopping Chartered Aircrafts, Yachts & Helicopters Restaurant Reservations / Dinner Reservations Golf Tee Off Times Meet & Greet Services Tour & Travel Arrangements Our list of Concierge service are endless, if it s legal we will arrange it. GOLF Cape Town and the Garden Route have some of the most spectacular and high quality golf courses in the world, from established parklands courses to links layouts. Golf in the Cape can easily be combined with sightseeing tours to the Peninsula s highlights including Cape Point, Table Mountain and the Winelands. Some of our recommended golf courses are: Rondebosch Royal Cape Steenberg De Zalze Erinvale Pearl Valley Arabella Fancourt We can book your tee-off times, arrange for transfers to and from golf courses and take care of all your golfi ng requirements. BIRDING TOURS Cape Town is an underrated South African birding destination. Bird Watching in Cape Town is diverse and offers bird-watchers many varieties of birds to see. The best time to visit the Cape from a birding perspective is late August to November. This is the height of both the spring fl ower and the breeding season. There are more than 800 spectacular bird species to be seen whilst enjoying the rich botanical heritage, extensive wildlife and vast scenic beauty. : Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve Kirstenbosch Botanical gardens Boulders Penguin Colony Simonstown Intaka Island Rietvlei Rondevlei Nature Reserve Paarl Mountain Reserve Paarl Bird Sanctuary

11 ADVENTURE TOURS Cape Town offers unforgettable adventures not only for the adrenaline junkies but also for the less experienced or more conservative thrill seekers. There are activities to suit every taste and need at all levels. Some of the adrenaline pumping activities include: Abseiling Table Mountain Huey Helicopter Flight Shark Cage Diving Private Table Mountain Hike Quad Biking Cape Town Sand Dunes Rock Climbing Scenic Helicopter Ride Tandem Paraglide Tandem Skydive Allow us to arrange the best African adventure tour for you. PERSONAL SHOPPER Jarat Tours offers an exclusive personal shopper service for our clients convenience. Your shopping experience will be personally planned by our personal shopper to accommodate all your personal interests, taste and budget. See the most amazing products made by local South Africans: Clothing Designs by local designers. Artwork refl ecting South African culture Tanzanite Diamonds African inspired ceramic designs African crafts Recycled goods crafts Whatever your interest, allow us to create a schedule to indulge your interests. EXCLUSIVE PHOTOGRAPHER Embrace your memories forever We can arrange for your own exclusive photographer to capture your special moments whilst on one of our tours. Why not sit back and take in all what our beautiful country/city has to offer without the stress of trying to capture the memories of you African trip.

12 CHAUFFEUR SERVICES We offer professional chauffeur services; exclusive airport and point to point transfers; meet & greets and luxury, tailormade tours. Our premier fl eet consists of luxury air-conditioned sedans, minivans, 13 seaters and includes the only Maybach Zeppelin available in South Africa. Our luxury services include but are not limited to: Chauffeur Services Airport Transfers Personal Meet & Greet Service Point to Point Transfer Wedding & Special Occasions Close Protection JARAT TRAVEL Jarat Travel offers our clients the convenience of having all travel and transportation requirements managed by one operator. Our Travel Expert of the African Continent has extensive knowledge of the region, and with her personal travel experiences will design a personalised itinerary to suit your specifi c interests, schedule and budget. For an ultimate luxury African safari adventure or an energising city break in beautiful Cape Town, we will create itineraries that are interesting, exciting, and most importantly memorable. Jarat Travel is a personalised and unique service that allows you to create your very own travel experience. For inspiration on your African adventure please contact travel@jarattours.co.za.

13 OUR FLEET Jarat Tours offer the most extensive and premier fl eet in Cape Town for you to choose from whether on a tour or chauffeur drive, our fl eet of luxury sedans, minivans and 13 seaters are all equipped with air-conditioning and are synonymous with quality, comfort, luxury, style and safety. Your comfort is our priority and as an addition to enhance your luxury private tour, we offer luxury amenities in all our vehicles for your enjoyment whilst touring or on a chauffeur drive. THE TEAM The Jarat Team understand and share the same passion to deliver high quality personal service. Our Tour Guides are selected for their extensive local knowledge and their passion of our beautiful and culturally diverse city. Experience Cape Town through the eyes of an accredited, professional local tour guide. They will share with you many unforgettable experiences and show you the most breathtaking and magnifi cent scenery that Cape Town offers.

14 SAFETY Jarat Tours is committed to high levels of personal safety & standards to provide our guests with a safe and reliable service. We fully comply in respect of transportation board regulations and have an exemplary safety record so that you can enjoy your travels with peace of mind. Vehicles are maintained and updated to ensure that our clients always travel in the very best and current vehicles available. VEHICLES Carry necessary transportation permits. Public liability insurance. Tracked via satellite. Serviced under the car maker s prescription. First aid kit & Fire extinguisher. Est 1997 TOUR GUIDES AND CHAUFFEURS Professionally accredited by relevant governing bodies. Selected for their driving ability. Undergone advanced driving training. Carry Public Drivers Permits (PDP). Trained in etiquette protocol & customer service. Well groomed & appropriately dressed. Knowledgeable, experienced, helpful & responsible. CONTACT US Tel: +27 (0) info@jarattours.co.za VISIT OUR WEBSITE /jarattours /JaratTours tripadvisor Standard terms & conditions apply. For more information, please visit