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Southern Africa is a paradise for travelers who love the great outdoors. Whether you are into mountain biking, hiking or cycling, the region has plenty to offer. The more daring visitors can do the highest bungee jump and the longest abseil in the world here. Whatever gets you going, Zipping Zebra Active can help you experience it.

	ADRENALINE TOURS Whatever gives you an adrenaline rush, southern Africa probably has it. From the longest abseil and the highest bungee jump in the world to shark or crocodile cage diving, we have it.	Climber at Table Mountain Photo: South Africa Tourism

	CYCLING TOURS Did you know that on average visitors to southern Africa spot more elephants than cyclists? Join Zipping Zebra and help change those statistics! Why not watch elephants while riding your bicycle?

	DIVING TOURS Two Oceans and thousands of kilometers of shoreline, southern Africa is a paradise for divers. The underwater nature is of an equally breath-taking beauty as that of the mainland.

	HIKING TOURS Mountain trails, beach strolls, nature hikes, challenging climbs and breath-taking natural scenery. Southern Africa is a hiker’s paradise.

	SAILING TOURS Want to learn how to sail? Or are you an experienced skipper wanting to sail the Cape? Zipping Zebra offers an exciting assortment of courses and tours for anyone who wants to take to the seas.


VIDEO: SOUTH AFRICA ADVENTURE (c) South Africa Tourism

Unique 4x4 Namibia adventure!

Want to go off the beaten track? Then this once off 4x4 tour is for you! The fully guided 11 day trip departs on September 19 and takes you to all the highlights of northern Namibia - Windhoek, Etosha, Damaraland, Kaokoland, Epupa Falls, Himba culture, Van Zyl’s Pass, Marien Fluss and Desert Elephants. The rate for 2 (!) people is ZAR 23,900 - including car rental & guide. That's a 50% discount for you!

Swaziland Thrills & Luxury Getaway

You want luxury and an adrenaline rush? Zippy's found it in Swaziland. Stay at a luxury Swaziland accommodation and we throw in a free Malolotja canopy tour from only ZAR 579 per person sharing - including bed & breakfast. Alternatively stay for 2 nights and go on a half day water rafting expedition for only ZAR 720 per person sharing! Offers valid for June!

This safari takes you into the best game parks of Botswana – while sitting behind the wheel of a fully equipped 4x4! Experience the vast African wilderness with your personal safari guide and have bush braais under the African sky while listening to the sound of the wild. This exclusive experience can be yours for ZAR 18,100 per person.

Sailing courses

Want to learn how to sail? Or are you an experienced skipper wanting to sail the Cape? Zipping Zebra offers an exciting assortment of courses and tours for anyone who wants to take to the seas. These are offered by our experienced partner, a Royal Yachting Association accredited maritime academy near Cape Town.

Cape Diving Experience (4 days)

Discover the finest of the fairest Cape – above and under water. This four day package is an ideal extension to your holiday or a great getaway. Meander through kelp forests and wonder at the beautiful coral. The tour also includes a shark cage dive and a scuba dive in the Two Oceans Aquarium. All of this for only ZAR 4,610, including transport and hotel accommodation (ZAR 3,800 without hotel).

Scuba Experience (course)

Diving in Two Oceans Aquarium (c) ZippingZebra

This beginner’s course introduces you to an exciting world called scuba diving. After an introductory lesson in a pool you zip off to a location off the Cape Peninsula where you will be surrounded by a kelp forest and seals. The day ends with a dive in the Two Oceans Aquarium’s shark tank. All of this for only ZAR 1,020 per person.

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