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Pre and Post Congress Tours

The Congress Secretariat has arranged an itinerary of pre and post Congress tours to make your trip to the 7th WWC a lifetime memory..go for it!


Namibia -- A flying Safari
Namibia -- Desert Wilderness 
Zimbabwe and Botswana -- Victoria Falls, Chobe & Okavanga Delta
South Africa -- Bush, Zulu Culture and Berg Pre Congress
South Africa -- Eastern Cape Wilderness and Wildlife
South Africa -- Garden Route Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Pre Congress
South Africa -- Garden Route Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Post Congress
South Africa -- Kruger National Park
South Africa -- KwaZulu Natal Wilderness Experience
Post Congress
South Africa -- Mantis Collection Garden Route
Pre Congress
South Africa -- Mantis Collection Garden Route
Post Congress
South Africa -- Wildlands and Wildlife Management
Pre & Post Congress

 

DAY TOURS:
Eastern Cape --
Single Day Tours

A Day in the Country --
Alexandria Dunefield and Forest
 

TRAVEL & HOTELS:
Congress Accomodation

 
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & BOOKING REQUESTS:

Contact GILTEDGE TRAVEL, the official travel agent for the 7th World Wilderness Congress:

Contact Person:
Nina Assenmacher
Email: travel@gilt-edge.com
Telephone: +27 (0)21 713 0296
Facsimile: +27 (0)21 713 0506 

 

CONGRESS ACCOMMODATION

Giltedge Travel has managed to block booked accommodation for the 7th World Wilderness Congress in Port Elizabeth at the following hotels:

CITY LODGE (3 star) - Many rooms have a sea view and the hotel has a swimming pool for those hot summer days. There is a mini gym and small meeting room for guest use. It is across the road from Humewood Beach, within walking distance of many restaurants, next to Happy Valley and 500m from the Oceanarium and entertainment area. The hotel is 10 minutes drive from the Port Elizabeth Airport and a 5-minute walk to the Boardwalk where the Congress working sessions will be held. Coach transport will be provided for the first 2 days of the Congress - the Wilderness Summit.

We're sorry but the City Lodge is fully booked as of August 19th.  Please book tours and hotels as soon as possible.

Rates:
Single from US$45.00
Per Person Sharing from US$30.00
Full English Breakfast per person from US$5.00


COURTYARD (4 to 5 star) - This hotel offers the discerning guest an exclusive and gracious alternative to an ordinary hotel. There are several accommodation options available, from the studio suite through to one or two bedroomed suites, each of which offers a lounge area with a dining table and a kitchenet with refrigerator and microwave oven. The hotel is 10 minutes drive from the Port Elizabeth Airport and a 5-minute walk to the Boardwalk where the Congress working sessions will be held. Coach transport will be provided for the first 2 days of the Congress - the Wilderness Summit.

We're sorry but the Courtyard Hotel is fully booked as of July 14th.  Please book tours and hotels as soon as possible.

Rates:
Single Studio from US$70.00
Per Person Sharing - Studio from US$40.00
Single 1-Bedroomed Suite from US$75.00
Per Person Sharing - 1-Bedroomed Suite from US$45.00
For the Suite - 2-Bedroomed Suite from US$125.00
Full English Breakfast per person from US$6.50


THE BEACH HOTEL (4 star) - Situated a stone's throw from the world renowned Hobie Beach, The Beach Hotel is probably the most attractive landmark along the Friendly City's magnificent beachfront. The stunningly renovated Beach Hotel offers homely comfort in its 58 spacious, en-suite bedrooms comprising of 1 suite, executive rooms, sea-facing rooms, family rooms and large twin or double bedded rooms. The hotel is 10 minutes drive from the Port Elizabeth Airport and a 2-minute walk to the Boardwalk where the Congress working sessions will be held. Coach transport will be provided for the first 2 days of the Congress - the Wilderness Summit.

We're sorry but the Beach Hotel is fully booked as of July 14th.  Please book tours and hotels as soon as possible.

Rates:
Single from US$70.00
Per Person Sharing from US$45.00
Full English Breakfast per person from US$5.25


PROTEA MARINE HOTEL (4 star) - Among the superior hotels in the friendly city of Port Elizabeth, the Marine Protea Hotel is unparalleled. Overlooking the sun-drenched sands of Pollock Beach, this hotel offers luxurious accommodation in its 73 en-suite, air-conditioned bedrooms and suites, comprising of large double or twin bedded rooms, superior family rooms, club suites, executive suites and the Imperial and Presidential Suites. The hotel is 12 minutes drive from the Port Elizabeth Airport and a 10-minute walk to the Boardwalk where the Congress working sessions will be held. Coach transport will be provided for the first 2 days of the Congress - the Wilderness Summit.

We're sorry but the Protea Marine Hotel is fully booked as of August  29th.  Please book tours and hotels as soon as possible.

Rates:
Single from US$80.00
Per Person Sharing from US$50.00
Full English Breakfast per person from US$5.25


PROTEA EDWARD HOTEL (3 star) - Situated at the top of the Donkin Reserve The Edward Hotel commands a magnificent view of the city and harbour. Relax in comfort and Edwardian ambience in one of the 110 en-suite bedrooms and suites comprising of Sea-facing rooms, Executive rooms, Family rooms and comfortable double and twin bedded rooms. The hotel is 15 minutes drive from the Port Elizabeth Airport and a 10-minute drive to the Boardwalk where the Congress working sessions will be held. The hotel is a 5-minute walk to the venue of the first 2 days of the Congress - the Wilderness Summit.

Rates:
Single from US$45.00 
Per Person Sharing from US$25.00 
Full English Breakfast per person from US$5.25


The Summerstrand Inn (3 Star) - Summerstrand Inn is a landmark on the quiet coastal seafront of Port Elizabeth. Situated approximately 2.5 KM away from the Boardwalk Complex, it is still within close proximity to the congress. Many rooms have an unspoiled view of the beach and others overlook the Humewood Golf Course.  The hotels gardens offer privacy around a pool. Rooms are equipped with televisions, air-conditioning and well appointed modern bathrooms. The hotel has it's own Restaurant, The Plam Grill and also the Boodles Pub and a pool bar. Transport to and from the conference venue can be arranged.

Rates:
Single US$45.00
Per Person Sharing US$28.00
Breakfast per person US$5.65

 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & BOOKING REQUESTS:

Contact GILTEDGE TRAVEL, the official travel agent for the 7th World Wilderness Congress:

Contact Person: Nina Assenmacher
Email: travel@gilt-edge.com
Telephone: +27 (0)21 713 0296
Facsimile: +27 (0)21 713 0506 

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