The Exclusive Big 5 Safari & Culture tours incorporate one night at a Cultural Camp on the African Ivory Route in South Africa 's Limpopo Province . Dependant on departure dates, and in order to offer unique experiences, different camps will be visited on different tours/packages. Each of the camps has its own special attractions, location and atmosphere, but with the same facilities and standards on offer.

• The 2 fantastic Cultural Camps used on the Ashtons Tours are: Modjadji and Baleni
• Both are Cultural Village Camps located in local tribal communities of the Limpopo Province .
• These authentic African Villages are specially constructed to provide exclusive and safe accommodation and are located in close proximity to the local community.
• The camps offer rondavel accommodation built in the traditional African style; each hut is fitted with two comfortable beds
• There are separate shared ablution blocks with hot water showers and flushing toilets.
• We will meet and enjoy our meals in the central lapa and barbeque area - perfect for story-telling around the blazing camp fire.
• The central kitchen and dining area (lapa) is thatched and equipped with paraffin freezers, tables and chairs and all cooking and eating utensils.
• All lighting is by paraffin lamps.
• Camp staff are in attendance to provide interesting information and assistance. They will introduce us to the local community and attractions - making for a true cultural experience and a real encounter with rural Africa.

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Watch a short video clip on the African Ivory Route cultural camps