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	Outposts
Lydeard Farm, Broomfield, Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 2EG			MAP
tel: (01823) 451 959

An operator run and owned by dedicated conservationists and guides, which specialises in catering for families and children (in the UK as well, see Activity Holidays) with experience in the field since the early ‘80s. Through the Wilderness Trust the company supports strategic conservation causes, including community support.
The aim is to take clients away from normal tourist routes with camps of no more than 10 rooms with day and night game walks, game drives, bird watching, fishing canoeing, white water rafting, abseiling and more. As well as providing activities, the outings are designed to give a feel of the country and its culture - indeed they believe the way they operate allows guests to reconnect ‘with our primeval nature and spirit that often gets trapped in our busy everyday lives'.
Particularly useful is that the camps have a good malarial safety record, because regularly sprayed and, apparently, because removed from populated areas where malaria may occur. Some camps also have a Mossie magnet machine to further help minimise problems.

Recommendations

Its tailor made family holidays, recommended for families with children of 12+, combining local history, ecology, culture and conservational studies with adventurous activities. Accompanied by in country experts who can explain about the area. Accommodation is with local landowners and in secluded lodges in wilderness areas of outstanding natural beauty. Most of these are based mainly in KwaZulu- Natal, because this is a non malarial area with hugely contrasting places of interest to visit, no more than two hours apart.

Sample Price

For adults for a 14 day stay in country, not including air ticket or airport tax, depending on how “tailor made” it is: £1750.00. Under 17's: £1500.00.