[COVID COMMENT] Opening dates - who, what, when?
22 June 2020
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AWAKEN, PREPARE & REIGNITE,welcoming travellers againWho is opening what camps and lodges by when? As we all face an oversupply of information, this message serves to be a short summation of what we do know, and an honest comment on what we don't. WHEN TO TRAVEL: While there is still a great amount of uncertainty, we are seeing lockdown measures beginning to ease across the African continent and restrictions for travel to and within various countries beginning to lift. WHY BOOK OUR PORTFOLIO: We have owners who are fully invested and committed to the future of tourism, they are responsible and have built sustainable practices that empower communities, support conservation and protect their natural environment. We are each Visionary, Authentic Sustainable and Trusted. Review the below timeline of the opening information we have across our 15 members and their 55 camps and lodges. Please note we are compiling a summary AWAKEN, PREPARE & REIGNITE timeline which we will keep updated as dates become more definitive. |
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TODAY: TUESDAY TALK — REOPENING TANZANIATuesday, 23 June 2020, 16:30 (South Africa time zone)Our conversation this afternoon will be destination-based, focusing on 3 Tanzanian companies as the country reopens for travellers. We welcome to the panel speakers from our Classics members: Shannon Naidoo of CHEM CHEM SAFARIS and Sean Clark of LEGENDARY EXPEDITIONS, together with partner and friend Petra Meyer of NOMAD TANZANIA. ❓ how are these companies collaborating in these challenging times
❓ what does their new safari experience look like ❓ how are community and cultural interactions being managed ❓ air access vs road transfers how best to get around ❓ what exclusive-use options are available ❓ what new developments are in the pipeline We look forwarding to talking all things Tanzania. Even if you can't attend, do register to join, as we will send the recording afterwards. |
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Classic Portfolio is the largest single collection of unique experiences committed to long term sustainability. At a time of great stress, no definitive way forward, and a vast overload of information, we remain committed to being a reliable source of valuable information. If there is anything further we can assist with, please reach out to us directly. Warmest regards |
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Mozambique
WHAT WE LOVE: Besides the fact that most of our team are beach fanatics and keen scuba divers, we love the fact that Mozambique is still rather undiscovered. Our Portfolio includes two amazing beach escapes: the Bazaruto Archipelago and the northern Quirimbas Archipelago. Visitors who combine a safari with the more commercial beaches of Mauritius have no idea on how much they are missing out. Mozambique is renowned for its relaxed, tropical atmosphere and exceptionally friendly people, but by far its biggest draw cards are its expansive beaches, secluded islands and spectacular marine life. With a history of limited coastal development combined with beautiful beaches and amazing numbers of whale sharks, manta rays, dolphins, turtles, coral fish and reefs. The setting for this experience is hard to beat.
Machaba Camp & Little Machaba
The classic, 1950’s-style Machaba Camp and Little Machaba are situated in the 35 000-hectare Khwai Concession in the northeastern Okavango, adjacent to Moremi Game Reserve. The name Machaba is the local Setswana name for the sycamore fig tree, the tree of life, renowned for their abundant fruit, which feeds a vast array of animals throughout the year, including elephant, baboons, bushbuck, green pigeons and many more. The camp pathways meander between the large riverine trees.
Machaba Camp's 10 luxury tents are situated in the beautiful riverine treeline on the Khwai River, overlooking the famous Moremi Game Reserve. From these tented verandas one can watch the daily parade of animals coming down to drink at the river in front of camp. The tents and main area of Little Machaba are all on decks and overlook a large floodplain.