Wrangler Weekend Jamboree :. Adventure 4x4 Academy
Wrangler Weekend Jamboree
Date: 27 March 2010
to 28 March 2010
Recently the sightings of Jeep Wranglers have become more frequent as the Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited have proved to be very popular vehicles. Vaughan and his team at Maritime Motors thought it was about time that this group of owners had a chance to get together and have some fun out there. The idea has gained traction and now we are happy to present a weekend experience that is tailored to provide a range of exciting experiences not least being the chance to drive a sand trail at night. This is the initial event forming part of an expanded customer experience program from Maritime Motors but is unique in that it will exclusively cater for Wranglers no other Jeeps and no other 4x4s.
The weekend is broadly structured as follows :
Saturday 27 March 2010
08:00 Meet at Maritime Motors for Registration
08:30 Depart for Off Camber Adventures 4X4 trail
09:30 Driver briefing at Off Camber Adventures 4X4 trail and commence trail
12:30 Lunch on Off Camber Adventures 4X4 trail
15:30 Complete Off Camber 4X4 trail and depart for Cape St. Francis Holiday Resort
16:30 Arrival and check in at Cape St. Francis Holiday Resort
17:00 Fire provided for evening braai
18:00 (Optional Night Trail) Depart Cape St Francis for Brakkeduine
19:00 Arrive at Brakkeduine and begin night trail
22:00 Complete Brakkeduine trail and depart for Cape St. Francis Holiday Resort
23:00 Arrival back at Cape St. Francis Holiday Resort
Sunday 28 March 2010
08:30 Breakfast at Cape St. Francis Holiday Resort
09:30 Depart Cape St. Francis Holiday Resort for Brakkeduine
10:30 Arrive at Brakkeduine and begin day trail
16:00 Complete Brakkeduine trail and conduct prize giving following which participants are free to leave.
The Venues:
Off Camber Adventures 4X4 Trail
Approximately 40 km from Port Elizabeth, in the heart of the Elandsriver Valley in South Africa, you'll find one of the oldest farms in the area hosting some of the most spectacular off road 4x4 and quad trails in the Eastern Cape.
The 4x4 offroad trail offers both 'ou aape' and newcomers alike a memorable experience. With careful driving one can negotiate the whole 4x4 trail (6 hours), having a lot of fun and without incident. There are various exits which allow one to shorten their drive to suit their needs.
The 2006 flooding changed some of the 4x4 trails to a large degree so for those who have already driven the trails, it should be a thrilling new experience.
While winding through kloof and river, over koppie and mountain and old ox-wagon trails, offroaders can take in the most spectacular indigenous scenery of the Elandsriver Valley you would never expect to find so close to Port Elizabeth.
There are a number of marked 4x4 trails all offering the average to experienced offroad driver challenges from mild to difficult. Alternative (difficult) offroad routes are all marked and make an awesome test between man and machine. Please note that co-driver assistance is needed for these alternative sections.
As for most proper 4x4 trails, rain can make them almost impassable. Please bear this in mind.
Cape St. Francis Holiday Resort
Lapped by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean with three kms of pristine beach, the resort offers self catering or B&B accommodation in The Club, The Village and Breach Break, as well as camping sites and Conference and Wedding Facilities.
Cape St. Francis Resort, lapped by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean with three kilometers of pristine beach, is situated 27kms off the N2 highway on the R330 turn-off, only 100 kms from Port Elizabeth. Self catering or B&B accommodation is available in The Club, The Village and Beach Break. Caravan and camping sites and conference and wedding facilities are also available.
Accommodation
THE CLUB (3-STAR GRADED)
Situated around a communal, exclusive-use pool these apartments are one or two-roomed, en-suite
Simple dιcor with open plan living room and kitchen, private verandahs and satellite television
Self catering or fully catered option and serviced daily
THE VILLAGE (4 STAR GRADED)
Nestled in the dunes and 300 metres from the beach
Traditional Cape Dutch style cottages, two to five bedroomed, all en-suite
Comfortable beach / cottage dιcor with fully equipped kitchen, satellite TV and private garden
Self catering and serviced daily
BEACH BREAK
On the dunes, overlooking Cape St Francis beach
Magnificent sea views
Three luxurious, private and secluded villas with direct beach access, each stylishly appointed with all modern conveniences including private pool, satellite TV and fully equipped kitchen
Self catering or bed and breakfast option
CARAVAN / CAMPING SITES
Great care has been taken to ensure that our sites provide for privacy in the natural beauty of our well wooded park.
40 well grassed private sites
Electrical points of 10 and 15 amp provided
Two ablution blocks
Restaurant
The Park Off Pub and Joe Fish a' la carte Restaurant: Situated in the Cape St. Francis Resort our restaurant and pub specializing in seafood. (our steaks and ribs come with high recommendation). Our al fresco food bar around our swimming pool provides a relaxed atmosphere. Barbecues and spit braais are a regular occurrence. Large indoor fireplace creates a cosy ambience during winter evenings. Quotes on weddings and functions are provided on request.
Brakkeduine
This trail is all about sand. The trail is extremely popular for the simple reason that it balance the fun and challenge effect with safety. The trail begins with a series of interspersed obstacles that help first timers get the hang of sand driving before the trail opens up into a dune landscape. There is a nice mix of undulating dune trail with technical exercises mixed in as you progress. All technical sections provide escape routes for those unwilling to take on the challenge. The trail includes obstacles named langbult, roller coaster, verneukbult to name a few. One of the things that make Brakkeduine so enjoyable is the spectator vantage points where the full scale of the driving effort can be absorbed. The trail is guaranteed to take the adrenalin hits to new heights.
Brakkeduine has only recently started a night drive option and it is open to a select few operaters
Costs:
These are dependent on the accommodation, meals and trails. Please complete the below sheet to calculate individual costs :
Trail Fees:
Description Cost per Vehicle
Off Camber Adventures 4X4 Trails R 250.00
Brakkeduine Night Drive (Optional) R 250.00
Brakkeduine Day Drive R 250.00
Accommodation:
Description Cost per person
Cape St. Francis Club Unit (Adult) 4/6 Sleeper R 300.00
Cape St. Francis Club Unit (Child under 12) 4/6 Sleeper R 75.00
Bachelor Unit (Max 2 Adults per Unit) R 160.00
Camping (Adult) R 80.00
Camping (Child Under 12) R 20.00
Sunday Morning Breakfast R 80.00
