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Madi a Thava Mountain Farm
COVER_Madi_a_Thava This active mountain farm in the scenic Soutpansberg area near Louis Trichardt (Limpopo), is an unique accommodation. Experience farm life and the unsurpassed hospitality of the locals who will gladly tell you about Shangaan and Venda culture. Madi a Thavha (Water from the Mountains) is registered with Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa, so your stay will benefit the local community. Trips from ZAR 300 per person.
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Lofdal Christian Academy
COVER_Lofdal_CA The Lofdal Christian Academy in the Western Cape is an independent mission school, registered with the Department of Education. Since 1998 it has grown to a place of primary education for over 300 learners from impoverished areas. Lofdal also offers a feeding project, house of safety and even a boutique hotel that supports the projects. Visitors are welcome on week days, Lofdal is also always looking for volunteers.
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Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
COVER_Daktari_Bush_School It is a sad fact that many of the underprivileged rural school children have never had the opportunity to see indigenous wildlife. The Daktari Bush school in the Limpopo province empowers these children to become nature’s future custodians. As part of the project Daktari also runs a wildlife orphanage for sick, injured and orphaned animals.Volunteering experiences from ZAR 3,565.
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Travel tips for responsible tourists

When you travel to southern Africa, please keep the following things in mind:

Be respectful of local citizens' privacy, ask permission before entering sacred places, homes or private land.
Buy souvenirs locally and shop wisely. Don't engage in overly aggressive bargaining. Don't short-change on tips for services.
Learn a few words of the local language and use them.
Stay longer at destinations to minimize environmental and maximise economical impact
Ask your hotel about environmental policies, practices and working conditions and supporting of community projects.
Support conservation by paying entrance fees to parks and protected sites.
Respect the natural environment. Never touch or harass animals. Follow designated trails.
Never purchase crafts, clothing, furniture or other products that are derived from protected or endangered animal species.
Hire local licensed guides for tours. Enrich your experience and support the local economy.
Read up on local conventions and dress appropriately. In most areas modest dress is important.

Why Zipping Zebra?

tailor-made tours to suit your personal taste and budget; we only work with reliable, established partners and establishments; our extensive network ensures excellent rates and 24 hour support;
you determine the itinerary! backed by a well established tour operator great after sales support
insurance through SATIB, tourism brokers with 25 years of experience; over ten years of experience in both group travel and individual, custom-made tours; attention to customer relations and personal service because:
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