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Where colors are brighter.

Sounds are felt, not heard.

Horizons begin to widen before your eyes.

And astonishment starts to seem normal.

Africa is not just a trip.

Africa is a journey.

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Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Abu Simbel

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

Durban

Johannesburg

Gaborone

LivingstoneLusaka

LowerZambezi NP

South Luangwa NP

Victoria Falls

Ruaha NP

Lake Malawi

Serengeti NPLake Victoria

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Zanzibar

Nairobi

SamburuMt. Kenya

Chobe NP

Okavango DeltaEtosha NP Skeleton Coast

Windhoek

Kruger NP

Madikwe NP

Egypt

Jordan

Zambia

KenyaUganda

Tanzania

Rwanda

Mozambique

Zimbabwe

Namibia Botswana

South Africa

Malawi

Madagascar

Mauritius

Seychelles

Morocco

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Tunisia

Mali

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Chad

Sudan

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Cameroon

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Gabon

Congo

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Angola

Ethiopia

Somalia

Eritrea

Djibouti

Lesotho

Swaziland

Burundi

Benin

Togo

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Burkina Faso

Mauritania

Senegal

The Gambia

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Popular Journeys inEast Africa and morebegin on page 50 The Best of Kenya 52 and TanzaniaIn Search of 56 The Great Migration Maasai to Mara 60The Pearl of Africa 64Royal Egyptian 66Kenya Explorer 67Extraordinary Experiencesin East Africa & moreEgpyt, Exclusively Yours 68Mountain Gorillas 69 in RwandaRemote Tanzania 70Southern Tanzania - 71Selous & RuahaAdded+Adventures 72in East Africa & more

Small Group Journeysin East Africa & more 77

We Know Africa 6Africa, Your Way 10A Day on Safari 12 Investing in Africa 75 Hotels and Accommodations 78Air Centre 82Terms & Conditions 83

Navigateto Your Journey

We at African Travel invite you to experience this magnificent continent on an unmatched adventure, designed exclusively for you. Whether your focus is wildlife photography or cultural immersion, a family vacation or a thrill seeking expedition, our expert Safari Specialists will design a custom safari or adventure for you that suits your style and passions.

Gather your camera gear and seek out the Big Five with your expert wildlife trackers. Escape to an idyllic island marine sanctuary in the Indian Ocean. Lace up your hiking boots to ascend the snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro. From Southern Africa’s Cape Peninsula and wondrous Victoria Falls to East Africa’s Ngorongoro Crater, Masai Mara and Serengeti game parks to Egypt’s Great Pyramids, your options are endless.

Since we opened our doors in 1976, African Travel has sent over 100,000 adventurers and safari guests on their dream Africa experience. As recipients of a long list of awards recognizing us as “Best Tour Operator and Safari Outfitter,”

we are the longest established tour company in America that is focused exclusively on Africa. When we say, “We Know Africa,” we mean we live and breathe Africa.

So come, invite your friends and family, and join African Travel for a transformational journey to Africa…and memories to last a lifetime.

Call your Travel Agent to reserve your trip today.

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Incredible... Inspirational… Life changing… Africa

Popular Journeys inSouthern Africabegin on page 14 The Ultimate Safari 16Wild Kingdoms of 20Southern AfricaSouthern Explorer 24In the Footsteps 28of MandelaWild and Wondrous 32Family AdventureAfrican Sensations 36The Last Refuge 40Extraordinary Experiencesin Southern AfricaSafari and Seaside 44Zambia - Leopards, Lions 45and Tiger FishBest of Namibia Wing Safari 46Added+Adventures 47in Southern AfricaSmall Group Journeys in Southern Africa 76

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African Travel President Jim Holden, born in Zambia and educated in Zimbabwe and

South Africa, leads the company’s dedication to providing the ultimate African experience — whatever your dream may be. He explains, “Africa is on everyone’s bucket list; take advantage of African Travel’s singular focus on Africa, and USA location, to plan your ‘once in a lifetime’ trip to Africa.”

Our Roots in AfricaThe roots of African Travel go back four generations. As part of The Travel Corporation, a family-owned international travel group with more than 25 award-winning brands, we are the longest established travel company in the United States focused exclusively on Africa. Wilderness Safaris, Thompsons Africa and Red Carnation Hotels are our top-rated Africa based associate companies. Combining their remarkable team of local staff with an extensive fleet of vehicles and numerous hotels, camps and lodges, their services are unmatched on the African continent.

Outstanding Service and Exceptional Value Along with the stability, financial resources and marketing reach of The Travel Corporation, our experience and long term relationships with the top safari lodges, hotels and transportation companies have earned African Travel a position of influence and negotiating power. Our long-running track record and tens of thousands of past bookings mean we can absolutely deliver outstanding value and exceptional service — our guests are given the attention and accommodation that such buying power affords.

Nelson Mandela and Jane Goodall… Maasai warriors and Egyptologists… expert game trackers and dedicated conservationists… endangered species and The Big Five… Natural wonders and UNESCO World Heritage Sites… Open-topped safari vehicles and bush planes…

five-star lodges and authentic tented camps… friendly families that will welcome you to dinner in their homes…

When we say we know Africa, we mean, We Know Africa, heart and soul.

We Know Africa

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Hearts in Africa, Headquarters in the U.S.AWith our hearts in Africa and our headquarters in the U.S.A., what differentiates African Travel from the African-based tour operator is our extensive knowledge and over three decades of experience in meeting the needs and desires of our unique guests who have their own travel style. We know the caliber of accommodations, service and value you expect.

Dedicated Air Centre Our dedicated Air Centre provides the best rates on all the major carriers to Africa from the United States and Canada. Working together with America’s finest travel agencies, our Air Specialists are trained to plan and execute your journey to Africa, ensuring you get the most hassle-free, most comfortable and magical experience you desire.

Your Safari Specialists – Living and Breathing Africa

Would you rather stay in luxurious lodges with infinity pools or in traditional tented camps overlooking the giraffes’ waterhole? Would you enjoy viewing wildlife while flightseeing with a bush pilot or safariing atop an elephant’s back? When is the best time to visit during the Great Migration? What are the best safaris for families?

Whether you’re interested in hot air ballooning, wine tasting, volunteer opportunities, shopping or cultural do’s and don’ts, Safari Specialists are at your service with wide-ranging expertise to guide you and answer every question you have about your journey — and the choices are yours to make.

While other companies may rely on third party operators to provide their Africa knowledge, African Travel has an outstanding team of Safari Specialists who have lived and traveled extensively

Awards and accolades from industry leaders and world travelers like you recognize the 36 years that African Travel has acted as trendsetter and standard bearer of travel to Africa. Here is just a sampling:

”Top Tour Operator and Safari Outfitter” Travel & Leisure World’s Best Awards

“Best Adventure Travel Company on Earth”National Geographic Adventure

“Best Tour Operator, Africa ”Editors of TravelAge West

“Tour of a Lifetime” for African Travel’s Exclusively Yours, Egypt!National Geographic Traveler

“Best Tour Operator Africa” nomineeReaders of Travel Weekly

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throughout Africa. Having personally experienced your chosen African destination as well as participated in ongoing workshops to keep current, your Safari Specialist offers invaluable guidance to help you create your personal safari, custom fit to your travel style and budget.

Starting from your home town, your African Travel team will take you every step of the way on your journey, ensuring seamless transport and logistics, providing an unforgettable experience capturing the spirit and authenticity of Africa. You decide when and how you want to travel. Once you’ve chosen the ideal elements of your vacation, your Safari Specialist will meticulously plan and make all arrangements required.

Live your dream safari to Africa — contact your travel consultant or your African Travel Safari Specialist today.

» Safari choices for all travelers at prices from moderate to premium offering both tailor-made itineraries and pre-planned set departures.

» Established in the USA for over 36 years with expert in-house knowledge on Africa.

» Subsidiary of The Travel Corporation, a global travel company backed by a US $20 million consumer bond.

» One-stop-shopping for all destinations and activities in Africa.

» In-house Air Centre offering specially-negotiated coach and business class fares to all African gateway cities.

» Concierge Care, 24/7 emergency assistance, provided by on-site offices in Africa and from USA headquarters.

» Travel insurance plan included for every traveler providing coverage for accident and sickness medical expenses and emergency evacuation. Additional insurance coverage for trip interruption or cancellation available upon request.

» Comprehensive travel documents covering everything from a detailed itinerary, visas and passport requirements, necessary inoculations, temperature and rainfall charts, travel insurance pamphlets, check lists, maps, country information, to a multitude of African tips and advice.

» Choice of Meet & Greet Services ranging from basic airport transfers to Airside Meet & Greet.

» Loyalty Program 5% discount for repeat travelers.

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Picture yourself traveling in the path of the famed explorer Livingstone, boating down the Zambezi River, looking out for hippos and crocodiles, listening for the thunderous roar of the great Victoria Falls just beyond. Imagine looking out on the Great Migration as you float in a hot air balloon above the Serengeti Plains. Perhaps you envision yourself as an artful National Geographic photographer, zooming in on the matriarch elephant playing joyfully in the returning waters of the Okavango Delta.

Or maybe you’ve always wanted to see the actual “snows of Kilimanjaro” or the endangered “gorillas in the mist.”

Whatever your dreams of Africa, think of this brochure as your idea book — a kaleidoscope of inspirational itineraries you can use to mix and match and create the perfect safari just for you. Consider the style and pace you wish to travel — luxuriously or quite comfortably, relaxed or adventurous, to well-traveled or remote destinations; and your special interests, be they wildlife, scenic

landscapes, history, culture or volunteering. To get you started, you’ll see we’ve grouped our itineraries into color-coded categories — Popular Journeys, Extraordinary Experiences and Added+Adventures. Review your favorites with your African Travel safari specialist who will help you create an unforgettable, even life-changing African journey, just for you. For those interested in the camaraderie of traveling in a group, we offer a selected number of small group departures to popular safari destinations.

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Favorite Safaris and SojournsStart your wish list with a perusal of our Popular Journeys, expertly planned and accessible to a wide range of travelers. These journeys feature the continent’s world-renowned game parks such as East Africa’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater and Southern Africa’s Kruger National Park and Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta. They include “don’t miss” UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Victoria Falls and the Great Pyramids of Giza as well as cosmopolitan cities — Cape Town, Johannesburg, Cairo and Nairobi. Depending on your preferences, these safaris and journeys can be tailored to include a variety of four-and five-star lodges and authentic tented camps — each celebrated for delivering outstanding service and fine cuisine as well as for their expert game rangers and sightseeing guides.

Inspirational AdventuresIf you’re the traveler that would rather choose the road less taken or the soul seeker looking for a challenge as well as cultural enlightenment, you are sure to be inspired by our sample Extraordinary Experiences itineraries. Perhaps you’d like a more remote safari experience, where you spend your days on bushwalks in a private conservation reserve, focusing on photographing rhinos, birding and learning animal tracking with your expert game ranger. Or you want to get away to the giant desert dunes of remote Namibia and explore the ancient bushman’s rock art sites. Whatever your inspiration or preferred traveling style may be, your safari specialist can arrange all these extraordinary experiences and more.

“Can’t Miss” Highlights and GetawaysWhen discussing your dream vacation plans with your safari specialist, you may discover that there are some key highlights you wouldn’t want to miss during your journey to Africa. You may realize that you must see Victoria Falls, the world’s largest curtain of falling water, or that you must take time to truly immerse yourself in the Maasai culture with a short trek and some volunteer work. Perhaps you’d like to challenge yourself with a climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro…or simply unwind after your safari with a pristine island getaway in the Seychelles. Following both the Southern Africa and East Africa Extraordinary Experiences sections, check out our Added+Adventures — easily combinable with your primary itinerary and personally designed for you.

Family VacationsCelebrating MilestonesFor your birthday, for your anniversary, for your wedding or just because… what better way to celebrate life’s milestones than gathering your children, your parents, your cousins and friends for a family safari vacation of a lifetime? Your African hosts welcome children wholeheartedly, enticing your family with plenty of incredible adventures for fun, learning and bonding. Hand feed baby elephants at a wildlife orphanage, play the drums with local children at their village, get face-time with cheetahs at a conservation center, secretly watch the elephants at their watering hole from a hidden hide or learn how to tell a cheetah’s tracks from a lion’s. The opportunities for magical experiences are endless. Within the following sample itineraries, look for the family icon for vacations particularly suited for families with children or the young-at-heart and be sure to ask your Safari Specialist for plenty more suggestions.

Small Group JourneysCreate Memories with Friends and FamilyFor those looking to share camaraderie and fun with like-minded travelers, African Travel offers select small group departures to popular safari destinations in Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. These safaris are offered on specific dates during popular travel periods with optimum wildlife and viewing in mind. Departing with a minimum of four and maximum of 12 guests, these programs operate much as a custom-designed tour where you’ll be greeted at the airport, enjoy top notch accommodations with expert local guides, and sometimes hosted by a dedicated guide who travels with the group for the duration of the tour. Enjoy the energy and dynamics of the group as you gather for sundowners and dinner and share each day’s adventures.

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Witness thousands of wildebeest crossing the Mara River on their great migration. Marvel at the screeching chimpanzees in the canopy. Catch a rare glimpse of a Pel’s fishing owl flying overhead. Delight in Africa’s unmatched sensory and cerebral experience

— the heady fragrance of the bush revitalized after a passing rain shower, the vast savannah panoramas where early man first emerged, mingling with the gracious villagers whose simple lifestyle belies their noble dignity and intriguing culture.

While each hour of your safari is certain to be unique, take a look at our journal for a sampling of just one extraordinary day.

Always an Extraordinary Day on Safari Every day on your safari, extraordinary experiences are sure to unfold.

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6-9am Dawn’s rosy light is filtering through your curtains, the lush foliage is a-chatter with birdsong and it’s the perfect time to

embark on a morning game drive. Your expert guide and tracker greets you with a steaming cup of coffee or tea and briefs you on the myriad of wildlife you can expect to view. Grab your camera and binoculars, board your open-top all-wheel-drive safari vehicle, and begin your search for the notorious Big Five — that is, the elephant, lion, rhinoceros, buffalo and leopard once so-prized by the early big game hunters — and a menagerie of other fascinating game and birds. Soon, you are capturing photos of a lifetime: lumbering hippos as they waddle into their favorite watering holes for the day, graceful gazelle and impalas grazing in the golden grasses, or, if you’re lucky, a lioness and her cubs sated after the night’s hunt.

9am With all the excitement of spotting wildlife and the wondrous anticipation of never knowing what you’ll experience next, you’re

sure to have an appetite. Return to the cool canopy of your lodge for a hearty breakfast of fresh-squeezed orange juice, eggs prepared just as you like, and perhaps some piping hot berry scones or melt-in-your-mouth pastries.

Your guide just may surprise you with an alfresco breakfast overlooking a popular waterhole where you can quietly observe the pecking order of animals waiting their chance to drink.

10am Relax and do as you please. Your personal butler and safari lodge staff are always at your service, anticipating and taking care

of your every possible need. Explore the lush landscaped grounds of your luxurious lodge, take a refreshing dip in the mesmerizing infinity pool, or, simply lounge with a book, absorbing the myriad of sounds and scents of the bush. Perhaps join a local expert for a special talk about the local culture or take a guided bush walk to get an upclose look at the smaller wildlife and plants. You may learn all about the ancient secrets of tracking, how to tell the difference between a leopard and a cheetah, or the uncanny ways that a family of elephants’ behavior closely mirrors that of humans.

Noon Join your safari companions under a cool palm-thatched canopy for a sumptuous lunch of local specialties and international

favorites. Your imaginative world-class chef pairs organic local produce with gourmet recipes, drawing upon European,

Asian and African cuisine.

2Pm As the animals retreat to the shade, spend a leisurely afternoon pampering yourself with a rejuvenating spa treatment, or opt for a

variety of explorations. Experience the real Africa with a visit to a children’s school and the local village. Encounter the proud Maasai warrior, dressed in his traditional red robe with spear and shield, striding confidently among the wildlife. Spend the afternoon at the wildlife conservation center learning about the wildlife breeding and rescue programs that not only protect endangered species but support the community’s tourism jobs.

4Pm As the strong sun diminishes, the wildlife awaken from their lazy naps — it’s time to join your ranger for a late afternoon game

drive to catch the animals in action. Seek out the stately eland, Africa’s largest antelope, as it forages among the grasses, video the young elephant calves tucked among their aunties’ legs; and search the shadows with your tracker as he determines the most likely hiding spot for the leopard to awaken from its afternoon siesta. Listen to the elephants’ trumpeting echoes across

the savannah as you linger at a panoramic viewpoint sipping Sundowners — the safari tradition of serving wine or cocktails as the sun sets. Upon your drive back to camp, observe in wonder as your ranger spotlights the nocturnal civets and pre-historic looking anteaters just beginning to stir.

7Pm In the lantern-lit dining room of your lodge, savor a delicious dinner of Pan-African cuisine and culinary creations to tempt every

palate. Raise your glass of South Africa’s finest wine and toast your day’s adventures.

9Pm Gather around the campfire and wrap up your evening stargazing. Behold the Southern Cross and Milky Way illuminating

the velvety sky. Sink into your luxurious pillows and cool sheets for a good night’s rest. With the day’s unforgettable memories, your dreams are sure to be sweet.

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Port Elizabeth

Durban

Johannesburg

Gaborone

LivingstoneLusaka

LowerZambezi NP

South Luangwa NP

Victoria Falls

Ruaha NP

Lake Malawi

Serengeti NP

Lake Victoria

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Zanzibar

Nairobi

Samburu

Mt. Kenya

Chobe NP

Okavango DeltaEtosha NP

Skeleton Coast

Windhoek Kruger NP

Madikwe NP

Egypt

Jordan

Zambia

KenyaUganda

Tanzania

Rwanda

Mozambique

Namibia Botswana

South Africa

Malawi

Madagascar

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Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Abu Simbel

Morocco

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Chad

Sudan

South Sudan

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Cameroon

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Gabon

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SouthernAfricASouthern Africa Beckons Youwith its magnificent wildlife and stunning landscapes, cosmopolitan cities and charming villages, and a melting pot of friendly people welcoming you for a journey of a lifetime.

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South AfricaWhether you’re seeking a Big Five safari experience, cosmopolitan cities, a rainbow nation of richly diverse cultures or “the cradle of mankind,” South Africa is like a world in one country — the ideal destination for those seeking variety in their journey to Africa.

Delve into a melting pot of differing cultures and traditions when you touch down in South Africa’s vibrant cities and provinces. Explore beautiful Cape Town, the “Mother City,” with its iconic Table Mountain, picturesque winelands and “Fairest Cape” peninsula. In Johannesburg, the “City of Gold,” follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and learn about the country’s complex colonial history and banned apartheid policies. From colorful Durban on the Indian Ocean, ascend the continent’s highest pass to meet the Sotho People in the Kingdom of Lesotho, or visit the province of the Zulu Nation, the only African tribe that defeated the British, and its Mkuze and Hluhluwe game reserves.

With an abundance of activities and full range of lodging styles from five-star and boutique hotels to luxury tented camps, South Africa is an excellent choice for independent, self-drive or family travel. Wildlife enthusiasts will be pampered in world-class safari lodges and camps in Kruger National Park and the ultimate in luxury accommodations within the surrounding private game reserves. Join expert game trackers for magical game drives and bush walks, seeking out the Big Five and the wealth of unique and endangered wildlife indigenous to each reserve. Venture to the more remote Bushman’s Kloof to examine the ancient rock etchings of early man.

BotswanaWith conservation-oriented controlled development and a small population, Botwana’s stable government has ensured a small tourism footprint and a most profound safari experience. For a safari destination like no other, Botswana’s gem is the Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta. Explore the waterways with your expert rangers via slow motorboats or being poled in a traditional mokoro (canoe) spotting hippos, crocodiles and a myriad of birds. Fly from camp to camp to take in the delta’s diverse eco systems — wet and marshy delta that then empties into a desert full of wildlife. North of the delta is Chobe National Park and the Chobe River, one of Africa’s most sought-after safari destinations, where the elephant reigns supreme.

Zimbabwe After experiencing awesome Victoria Falls and its plentiful adventure activities, visitors to Zimbabwe have a wealth of safari opportunities. Take a short flight to diverse Hwange National Park, and discover its great herds of elephant and large population of endangered African wild dog. Or visit Mana Pools, the country’s second World Heritage Site, to walk and canoe in a game rich region filled with elephant, buffalo, hippo and crocodile. Head southeast to the secluded Malilangwe Reserve, a breeding sanctuary for the sable antelope and black rhino, and explore more than 100 of the ancient Bushman’s rock art sites.

ZambiaBeyond Victoria Falls and Livingstone, Zambia’s interior parks will delight those seeking a more off-the-beaten path safari experience. Explore three diverse ecosystems, each with its own distinctive wildlife and exclusive safari camps: the lush rivers and flood plains of Kafue; arid Luangwa where Africa’s first walking safaris were pioneered, and the Lower Zambezi National Park, a massive wildlife sanctuary opposite Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools Reserve.

NamibiaWith the giant sand dunes in Sossusvlei, the expansive Namib desert, and the stark Skeleton Coast named for its countless shipwrecks, you might think you’ve landed in no man’s land when you touch down in Namibia. While sparsely populated, here you’ll find the ancient bushman, portrayed in The Gods Must Be Crazy, continuing their humble modern coexistence along with the solitary oryx and giant elephants of Etosha National Park. Namibia promises an out-of-this-world safari adventure.

MozambiqueMozambique, whose coastline extends from South Africa to Tanzania, is known for its pristine, less-traveled beach destinations along the Indian Ocean. Accessible mainly by flying, there are several small beach resorts offering fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving, and small safari camps with simple accommodations.

In the KNOwVictoria Falls, called Mosi-oa-Tunya or “the smoke that thunders” by the indigenous people, is recognized as the largest curtain of falling water in the world. Named for Queen Victoria by Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is situated on the Zambezi River between Zimbabwe and Zambia, stretching about 5,600 feet wide at full flood. Accessible to South Africa’s Kruger National Park, Botswana’s Okavango Delta and Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park, safari travelers can easily access the falls by staying in either Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe or Livingstone, Zambia.

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The Ultimate SafariFROM THE wORLD HERiTAGE treasures of the “Fairest Cape” and Victoria Falls to the

unmatched wildlife viewing in the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park, this kaleidoscope of

adventures delivers the ultimate safari experience. Southern Africa’s most luxurious award-winning

accommodations and fine dining are paired with gold medal service — personal butlers and the most

accomplished interpretive guides and trackers — ensuring that you travel in elegance and style every

step of your journey. With short flights between your safari camps, you’ll travel at a leisurely pace with plenty

of time to immerse yourself in the authentic African experience.

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DAY 1 Arrive Cape Town, South AfricaUpon arriving in Cape Town, South Africa’s “Mother City,” you’ll be warmly welcomed and whisked away to your luxurious hotel. The rest of your day is at your leisure to begin exploring one of the most beautiful cities in the world. DAY 2 Cape TownMeet your personal driver and guide for the next two days and embark on a spectacular day of pristine ocean vistas and quaint villages as you explore “The Fairest Cape,” where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Drive along the exquisite coastline to the charming working harbor of Hout Bay.

Photograph away as you pass rocky seascapes and spot zebra and baboon upon entering the Cape of Good Hope. Visit the endearing penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach before returning to Cape Town. (B)

DAY 3 Cape TownToday’s sojourn celebrates the beautiful winelands. Your private tour begins with a visit to the historical Taal Monument near Paarl where you’ll be swept away by the breathtaking views. Learn all about the region’s history and the process of winemaking when you stop for a cellar tour and tasting. Tuck into a café for lunch in charming Franschhoek, first settled by the French Huguenots fleeing persecution in Europe. Continue on for more wine tasting in the lively university town of Stellenbosch. (BL)

DAY 4 Cape TownShop, explore or relax with a full day on your own. Don’t miss a ride on the cable car to the top of iconic Table Mountain for sweeping city and ocean views. Browse the bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and explore the colorful Malay Quarter. Tonight, enjoy authentic South African cuisine and gracious hospitality as you dine at the home of a Capetonian couple with their special guests who reveal their fascinating insights into the country’s culture and history. (BD)

DAY 5 Cape Town / Kruger Private ReserveTake flight for a thrilling safari to Singita Private Game Reserve in the heart of Big Five country near Kruger National Park. Your luxurious lodge is designed to reflect the epitome of elegant

comfort with a colonial feel. Meet your expert ranger for your first game drive and begin tracking and learning about the distinct behaviors of the Big Five as well as the wealth of endemic wildlife. As the sun sets, sip a cold sundowner as you take in the sweeping vistas of the bushveld and beyond. Savor a sumptuous dinner on the moonlit deck. (BLD)

DAY 6 Kruger Private ReserveRise early when the animals are most lively for this morning’s game drive. This is lion country, and the formidable lion prides here are some of the biggest in the world. Be alert to capture panoramic shots of herds of elephant and the menagerie of zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, waterbuck and kudu grazing. Return to your camp for lunch

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Cape Town [4]

Johannesburg [1]

Okavango Delta [3]

Chobe River [2] Livingstone [2]

SOUTH AFRICA

BOTSWANA

ZAMBIA

LESOTHO

KrugerPrivate

Reserve [3]

MOZAMBIQUE

MALAWI

ZIMBABWE

NAMIBIA

ANGOLA

SWAZILAND

S o u t h e r n A f r i c A

JOURNEY AT A GLANCESuggested Accommodations:

» 4 Nights Cape Town, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

» 3 Nights Kruger Private Reserve, Singita: Ebony or Boulders Lodge

» 2 Nights Livingstone, The River Club

» 2 Nights Chobe River Cruise, Zambezi Queen

» 3 Nights Okavango Delta, Vumbura Plains

» 1 Night Johannesburg, Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa

Memorable Highlights: » EXPLORE the striking scenery and prolific

wildlife surrounding Botswana’s Chobe River from the deck of a luxury house boat.

» DiSCOVER the intriguing world of the Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta, as you search for Big Five, hippos, crocodiles and a myriad of birds by canoe, motorboat and open safari vehicle.

» EXPERiENCE the ‘real’ South Africa at a dinner party in the home of a Capetonian family. Arrive as strangers, leave as friends.

» ENJOY Pan-African gourmet cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients, accompanied by superb South African wines.

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Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners as indicated (BLD)

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and relaxation before setting out on an evening game drive spotlighting the nocturnal animals as they come out to forage and hunt. (BLD)

DAY 7 Kruger Private ReserveEnjoy early morning and afternoon game drives. Perhaps join a bushwalk to learn about the plants used to make traditional medicines or visit a neighboring village to meet the people and learn more about their proud culture. Tonight, savor fine dining beneath the grand canopy of the African skies. (BLD)

DAY 8 Kruger Private Reserve / Livingstone, Zambia After a final game drive, fly off to Livingstone. Your luxurious safari-style lodging overlooks the Zambezi River and is the ideal locale for discovering the spectacular Victoria Falls, the world’s largest curtain of falling water and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Start exploring when you board a small boat

for a “sundowner” river cruise along the Zambezi River. Have your binoculars ready to zero in on the elephants coming down to drink as well as the lurking crocodiles, noisy hippos and a myriad of bird species. (BLD)

DAY 9 LivingstoneImmerse yourself in the magnificence of Victoria Falls, hailed as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Walk the misty rain forest trails along the various lookouts to soak up what the great missionary explorer David Livingstone described as “a scene so lovely that it must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight.” Upon returning to your lodge, recline on your deck overlooking the river and be swept away by the sights and sounds — and magic — of Africa. (BLD)

DAY 10 Livingstone / Chobe River, Namibia Yet another incredible experience awaits as you embark on the Zambezi Queen for a superb houseboat getaway

into remote areas of the Chobe River. Settle into your beautiful suite and enjoy the views from your private balcony or try your hand at some catch-and- release fishing. After a delicious gourmet dinner, ascend to the top deck’s telescope and view the twinkling Southern Cross accompanied by the nighttime sounds of the crickets chirping, the lions roaring and the tinkling bell frogs across the bush. (BLD)

DAY 11 Chobe River Cruise Meet your expert ranger for this morning’s game drive into Chobe National Park; or, board a tender boat to view the wildlife up close from the placid waterways. Float quietly past pods of hippo and massive crocodiles and count off the myriad species of birdlife. Return to your boat and cruise down the Chobe River, where you’ll visit the local village and mingle with the friendly residents. Later, dine on savory specialties beneath the shade of a riverside boma. (BLD)

DAY 12 Chobe River / Okavango Delta, Botswana Leave your floating hotel and fly off to your next safari destination — the pristine wildlife oasis of Botswana’s Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta. You’ll be treated to the ultimate luxury experience at your intimate camp, boasting plenty of game viewing and birding opportunities all year round. Meet your expert ranger for an afternoon orientation to the delta’s varying ecosystems, ranging from lush grasslands to dense mopane bushveld. Depending on the water levels, you’ll safari by open-top vehicles, by motorboat, or in a mokoro (canoe) poled by your ranger along the vast waterways. (BLD)

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Exclusive facilities at Singta Ebony

Observing the hunt



DAY 13 Okavango Delta As dawn breaks and the animals begin to stir, gather your camera gear and join your ranger to begin exploring the annually flooded grasslands surrounding your plains camp, and beyond into the drier plains. Listen for the trumpeting of a large herd of elephants passing through or the lion’s threatening roar as it guards its resident pride. Count the giraffes, impalas, sable antelopes, kudus, zebras, reedbuck, wildebeest and Cape buffalo, and spot the red lechwe, an antelope that inhabits the fringes of the delta. After the day cools down, venture out again to look for endangered wild dogs lazing with their pack, and any leopards, cheetah and African wildcat prowling the shadows. (BLD)

DAY 14 Okavango Delta Venture by motorboat or canoe to explore the prolific waterways today, watching out for the bellowing hippos and lazing crocodiles. Bring your binoculars to zoom in on the Pel’s fishing owl, the wattled crane or chirping cisticola, among the exceptional bird life. Relax until your evening safari where your ranger will spotlight the nocturnal animals. After dinner, gather ‘round the campfire to share your favorite adventures with your safari companions and gaze upon the starlit vistas of the Okavango Delta floodplains. (BLD)

DAY 15 Okavango Delta / Johannesburg, South Africa Wrap up your ultimate safari as you flightsee on your way to Maun to connect with your flight to Johannesburg. Enjoy the rest of the day at your boutique hotel and spa as you please. (B)

DAY 16 Johannesburg / Depart Today is at your leisure until your transfer to Johannesburg airport for your onward arrangements. (B)

In the KNOwDiD YOU KNOw the “Big Five” animals include the African Elephant, Leopard, Cape Buffalo, Black Rhino and Lion?

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Victoria Falls [2]

HwangeNationalPark [3]

Kasane

ChobeNationalPark [3]

BOTSWANA

ZIMBABWE

NAMIBIA

ZAMBIA

Africa’s stealthy hunter

Wild Kingdoms of Southern Africa

THiS wiLDLiFE ODYSSEY SHOwCASES SOME OF THE BEST destinations in Southern Africa along with the out-of-this world spectacle of Victoria

Falls. Enjoy warm hospitality and personalized service in intimate accommodations

and authentic bush camps. You’ll be swept into the heartbeat of Southern Africa by its

scenic landscapes, varied wildlife and local people.

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DAY 1 Arrive Johannesburg, South AfricaWelcome to the “City of Gold,” home to some of the world’s richest gold mines. You’ll be greeted at the airport and assisted with your transfer to your well-appointed airport hotel for a restful night’s sleep. DAY 2 Johannesburg / Hwange National Park, ZimbabweFly to Victoria Falls and transfer by road to the land of the giants — Hwange National Park, known for its huge herds of elephants. You’ll have three days to explore Zimbabwe’s largest game

reserve, extending from the northeastern end of the Kalahari Desert to the extensive forests, open grasslands and ancient fossil dunes in the south. Settle into your tented camp, a blend of old African charm and elegance, with breathtaking views of the savannah plains. The wide well-traveled elephant paths throughout your lodging grounds mean you won’t have to look far to spot the massive mammals. (BLD)

DAY 3 Hwange National ParkRise early to join your expert ranger for a game drive in an open-air safari vehicle and get up close to some of the 100 species of mammals. Catch the soft morning light for wonderful photographs of the grazing

buffalo and giraffe and the more uncommon gemsbok, roan antelope and white rhino. Tonight, revel in the glorious sunset and toast your adventures over a delicious dinner with wine. Perhaps, join a night game drive, spotlighting the nocturnal animals in action. (BLD)

DAY 4 Hwange National ParkBegin the day with a game drive to explore the vleis, blanketed with seasonal wild flowers after the rains, and a haven for large herds of buffalo, zebra and elephant as its lush grasses dry out. After a leisurely lunch and refreshing dip in the pool, join a walking safari and tuck into various viewing hides to look out for kudu, sable antelope, zebra and wildebeest.

Birdwatchers will revel in checking off how many of the park’s 400 species of birds they can spot. (BLD)

DAY 5 Hwange National Park / Victoria FallsAfter a leisurely breakfast, gather your gear for a short flight to stay at the spectacular Victoria Falls, hailed as one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World. Settle into your ideally situated lodging and explore the meticulously landscaped grounds, just a short distance to the phenomenal cascades. Experience the other-worldly grandeur above the falls as you board a small boat for a “sundowner” cruise along the Zambezi River. You’ll maneuver through multiple river inlets


Fly in/out ofJohannesburg [1]

Victoria Falls [2]

HwangeNationalPark [3]

Kasane

ChobeNationalPark [3]

BOTSWANA

ZIMBABWE

NAMIBIA

ZAMBIA

JOURNEY AT A GLANCESuggested Accommodations:

» 1 Night Johannesburg, The Airport Grand Hotel

» 3 Nights Hwange National Park, Davison’s Camp

» 2 Nights Victoria Falls, Ilala Lodge Hotel

» 3 Nights Chobe National Park, Muchenje Safari Lodge

Memorable Highlights: » EXPLORE the “smoke that thunders,”

Victoria Falls, acclaimed as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. For a hippo’s eye view, take a small boat cruise on the Zambezi River above the falls.

» DiSCOVER wildlife galore on early morning walking safaris and night game drives using a spotlight in search of the nocturnal species. Capture a whole new perspective as you spot wildlife from atop the back of an elephant.

» EXPERiENCE the friendly culture of Botswana village life when you visit the local community and school.

» ENJOY authentic bush camps which blend African charm and elegance with an excellent game viewing experience.


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which the larger boats simply can’t reach — so be ready with your camera and binoculars to spot elephants, crocodile, hippos and a myriad of bird species. (BD)

DAY 6 Victoria FallsLook out for rainbows as you walk the misty rain forest trail along the Zimbabwean side of the falls. Marvel at the spray and thunderous noise of the millions of gallons of water tumbling over Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls and Rainbow Falls and swirling around the islets. Set out for the bush to experience yet another once-in-a-lifetime opportunity — an extraordinary safari aboard the back of a gentle elephant. (BD)

DAY 7 Victoria Falls/Chobe National Park, BotswanaBid farewell to the astonishing waterfalls as you travel by road to your lodge on the edge of Chobe National Park in northern Botswana. Settle into your exclusive safari accommodations — the only lodging in this area — perched atop an escarpment overlooking the banks of the Chobe River with unparalleled views across the plains. Enjoy two days exploring the pristine wilderness of Chobe National Park, home to four out of five of the Big Five. (BLD)

DAY 8 Chobe National ParkAwaken with birdsong and a steaming cup of coffee as you hop aboard a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle with your professional ranger to seek out the hundreds of animals. Listen for the low growls of the lioness and her cubs. Take in the vistas of vast herds of Cape Buffalo. Watch for the leopard snoozing in the shadows. Later, lace up your hiking shoes for a guided bush walking adventure to learn more about animal tracking, plants and identifying insects. (BLD)

DAY 9 Chobe National ParkTake to the Chobe River for a small boat cruise and gain

another perspective on the area’s impressive wildlife. Float quietly past numerous pods of hippo feeding along the banks and spy some truly massive crocodiles soaking up the sun. Later, join your ranger for a visit to the local village and school and bask in the genuine warmth of the indigenous people. (BLD)

DAY 10 Chobe National Park / Depart Relish your last morning awakening to the sounds of the bush. You’ll soon be on your way to the airport at Victoria Falls for your flight to Johannesburg and your onward destination. (B)

In the KNOwDiD YOU KNOw leopard’s long white whiskers, which are stiff and sensitive, help it to feel its way through thick underbrush in the dark? It is also the most widespread of all of the big cats.


The smoke that thunders

Wild Kingdoms of Southern Africa

Endangered White Rhino

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Add Cape Town& winelandsSouth Africa

Revel in the beauty of cosmopolitan Cape Town and Wineland’s quaint villages and wineries. See page 47. 6 days 5 nights

Add Canoe AdventureBotswana or Zimbabwe

Canoe in either Zimbabwe’s Zambezi Valley or Botswana’s Selinda Spillway, one of the world’s greatest adventures. See page 49.4 days 3 nights

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Cape Town [3]

Johannesburg [1]

Victoria Falls [2]

SOUTH AFRICA

BOTSWANANAMIBIA

ZIMBABWE

LESOTHO

SWAZILAND

KrugerPrivate

Reserve [3]

ANGOLA ZAMBIA

MOZAMBIQUE

Elephants getting away

Southern ExplorerThe highlighTs of souThern AfricA — spectacular Cape Town and the country’s

premiere wildlife haven, Kruger National Park — are artfully combined with the majesty of Victoria Falls.

An excellent introduction to the vibrant cultural and natural wonders of the region. This safari adventure

was designed to stand alone, or be combined with an array of companion itineraries throughout East and

Southern Africa. Choose your own style of accommodations from some of our favorites and experience the

level of comfort that suits you best.

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DAY 1 Arrive Cape Town, South AfricaWith a warm welcome upon your arrival in Cape Town, South Africa’s “Mother City,” you will be whisked away to your luxurious hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure to enjoy one of the most beautiful cities in the world. DAY 2 Cape TownSpend a full day exploring the stunning southern tip of the Cape Peninsula. Drive past the sparkling beaches of Camps Bay, Clifton and Llandudno to Hout Bay, the heart of the local crayfish industry. As time permits, you may join an optional cruise to Seal Island. Keep your camera on hand to

photograph the spectacular rocky seascapes when you visit the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Continue along the coastline to visit Boulders Beach and get up close to a colony of penguins. (B)

DAY 3 Cape TownToday’s sojourn explores the glorious winelands. Catch your breath with the view from the historical Taal Monument near Paarl. Learn more about the region’s history and the process of winemaking when you visit a renowned winery. After lunch on your own in exquisite Franschhoek, continue onto the impressive Huguenot Monument and the charming university town of Stellenbosch. Stop in at two more wineries for informative winetastings. Tonight, enjoy the hospitality and delicious cuisine that is synonymous with South Africa

as you are welcomed for dinner at the home of an influential Capetonian couple. (BD)

DAY 4 Cape Town / Kruger Private ReserveWith a couple of short flights, you’ll be welcomed and on your way to your luxurious safari adventure within a private reserve bordering the famous Kruger National Park. Settle in and soak up the tranquility of the African bush before embarking on your late afternoon game drive. This superb sanctuary is home to zebra, giraffe, lion, elephant, rhino, Cape buffalo, wildebeest, warthog and hyena as well as the cheetah and the endangered wild dog. (BlD)

DAY 5 Kruger Private Reserve Just as the wildlife awaken, meet your expert safari ranger

and hop aboard your open safari vehicle for a thrilling game drive. Photograph away as you spot the “Big Five” and other wildlife while traversing the prolific reserve. On your late afternoon drive, pause for a “sundowner” as the sun dips below the horizon. Share the day’s adventure with your safari companions over dinner. (BlD)

DAY 6 Kruger Private ReserveWith your skilled ranger, explore the rarer sights and wonders of the bush during your game viewing activities today. Perhaps take a guided walk through the bush or arrange for a candle-lit alfresco dinner as the Southern Cross begins to twinkle in the endless skies. (BlD)


LusakaANGOLA ZAMBIA

Cape Town [3]

Johannesburg [1]

Victoria Falls [2]

SOUTH AFRICA

BOTSWANANAMIBIA

ZIMBABWE

LESOTHO

SWAZILAND

KrugerPrivate

Reserve [3]

ANGOLA ZAMBIA

MOZAMBIQUE

JOURNEY At A GlANcESuggested Accommodations:DELUXE

» 3 Nights Cape Town, Vineyard Hotel & Spa

» 3 Nights Kruger Private Reserve, Kapama Karula

» 1 Night Johannesburg, Davinci Hotel and Suites

» 2 Nights Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

LUXURY » 3 Nights Cape Town,

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

» 3 Nights Kruger Private Reserve, Savanna Private Game Lodge

» 1 Night Johannesburg, 54 on Bath

» 2 Nights Victoria Falls, Victoria Falls Hotel

Memorable Highlights: » eXPlore the breathtaking scenery of the

Cape of Good Hope and visit the endearing penguin colony of Boulders Beach, as you tour the region around Cape Town.

» DiscoVer the spectacular sight and thunderous sound of the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the world’s seven natural wonders.

» eXPerience the ‘real’ South Africa as dinner guests in a home of a local Capetonian family.

» enJoY twice daily game activities in search of the “Big Five,” lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino — from your private game lodge.

Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners as indicated (BlD)

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DAY 7 Kruger Private Reserve / JohannesburgSet out early on your final safari in search of those hard-to-spot cheetahs and the Big Five. Return to camp for a hearty breakfast and relax until it’s time to transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, you are transferred to your ideally located hotel for overnight. The rest of the day is at your leisure. (B)

DAY 8 Johannesburg / Victoria Falls, ZimbabweFly off to the spectacular Victoria Falls, hailed as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, and settle into your distinguished lodging. Later this afternoon, you’ll experience the other-worldly grandeur above the falls as you board a small

boat for a “sundowner” cruise along the Zambezi River. As you maneuver through multiple river inlets which the larger boats simply can’t reach, be ready with your binoculars to zoom in on the elephants, crocodiles, hippos and a myriad of bird species. (B)

DAY 9 Victoria FallsLook out for rainbows as you walk the misty rain forest trail along the Zimbabwean side of the falls. Marvel at the thunderous noise of the millions of gallons of water swirling around the islets and tumbling over Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls and Rainbow Falls. Later, visit a local community for insights into the lives and customs of the resilient and ever friendly Zimbabweans. Tonight, you’re in for a unique cultural and dining experience at the “The

Boma - Place of Eating” within the gusu forest. Sample the delicious Boma braai — a selection of grilled game and meats — or try the potjies — traditional hunter’s game stews. Ndebele performers will captivate you with their vibrant songs, dance and stories — a truly magical evening. (BD)

DAY 10 Victoria Falls / Depart Transfer to the airport for your departure flight bound for Johannesburg and your connecting international flights. You may be leaving Africa behind but you’ll return home with fantastic photos and memories that will always live on in your heart. (B)

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Scenting the coming storm

We had the trip of a lifetime, thank you

for everything!! African Travel exceeded our expectations. Very high level of service, loved that they met us at the airports. The accommodations were incredibly top notch. The safari was the most amazing experience. Cape Town was beautiful and the shark dive was amazing. The home host dinner was a highlight which we didn’t expect to be as great as it was. We LOVED meeting the family.– Karen R.

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In the Footstepsof Mandela

emBArk on A ProVocATiVe JourneY of inspiration through the vibrant and culturally

diverse “Rainbow Nation.” The fascinating history of Nelson Mandela’s South Africa is brought to life through

a collection of soulful encounters with the people and places that he touched in his efforts to end apartheid.

Round out your South Africa sojourn with a safari revealing the country’s natural beauty and wildlife —

and a chance to collect a photographic gallery of the magnificent Big Five.

table Mountain is one of the new Seven Wonders of the Natural World

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Cape Town [3]

Johannesburg [2]

SOUTH AFRICA

Karongwe Private Game Reserve [2]

BOTSWANAMOZAMBIQUE

ZIMBABWE

NAMIBIA

SWAZILAND

LESOTHO

DAY 1 Arrive Cape Town, South AfricaWith a warm South African welcome upon your arrival, you’ll be on your way to your lovely hotel, just minutes from the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with the iconic Table Mountain as its backdrop. Relax or start exploring one of the world’s most beautiful cities. DAY 2 Cape TownImmerse yourself in spectacular ocean vistas, quaint villages and wildlife on today’s full day exploration of “The Fairest Cape.” Pass by the glamorous homes and exquisite coastline of Millionaires Paradise and on to the charming working harbor

of Hout Bay. Keep your camera on hand to photograph the rocky seascapes and wildlife as you wind along the legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive and explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Continue along the coastline to get up close to a colony of penguins at Boulders Beach. Drive through the naval port of Simon’s Town before returning to Cape Town for time on your own this evening. (B)

DAY 3 Cape TownToday’s eye-opening excursion offers profound insight into the people’s ongoing initiatives to gain self sufficiency as they struggle with the lingering effects of South Africa’s now defunct apartheid policies. Visit the “spaza” shops and “shebeen” bars, meet a traditional Xhosa

healer (“sangoma”), learn about grassroots health care, and view the homes of the emerging middle class. Return to the lively Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in time to board the ferry to Robben Island. The island, now a museum and UNESCO World Heritage Site, was where the former South African President Nelson Mandela was incarcerated for 18 of his 27 years in prison. Tonight, enjoy an interactive djembe drumming session and experience a “taste safari” of African Cuisine from Cape Malay to Timbuktu. (BD)

DAY 4 Cape Town /JohannesburgLeave the “Mother City” for your flight north to Johannesburg, known affectionately as Jo’burg, or the “City of Gold.” Enjoy your

well-appointed hotel, located in a tranquil suburb within walking distance to shops, restaurants and entertainment. (B)

DAY 5 JohannesburgDelve deeper in South Africa’s turbulent past with a trip to Soweto, a sprawling multi-cultural metropolis of more than 3.5 million people on the outskirts of Johannesburg. Learn about the inspirational leaders who fought to end apartheid. Visit Freedom Square, the Hector Pieterson Memorial and Vilakazi Street, formerly home to both Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu — perhaps the only two Nobel Peace Prize winners who were once neighbors. Tuck into a lunch of African specialties before visiting the Apartheid



JOURNEY At A GlANcESuggested Accommodations:

» 3 Nights Cape Town,

Southern Sun The Cullinan

» 2 Nights Johannesburg,

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Melrose Arch

» 2 Nights Karongwe Private Game Reserve,

Karongwe River Lodge

Memorable Highlights: » eXPlore a township in the Cape Town

area and gain insight into the daily life

of the residents with visits to

entrepreneurial shops, a local bar and

a traditional Xhosa healer.

» DiscoVer the heritage and history

of South Africa on a full schedule of

excursions including a ferry ride to

Robben Island, where Mandela was

incarcerated for 18 of his 27 years in

prison, and now a historical landmark.

» eXPerience the rhythms of Africa,

while you learn to play the djembe drum.

» enJoY a “taste safari” of African Cuisine

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Museum for a deeper look at the humbling and ultimately inspiring journey from the dark days of segregation to Mandela’s release from prison and his policy of reconciliation and not revenge. (Bl)

DAY 6 Johannesburg / Karongwe Private Game ReserveFor another slice of the authentic South Africa experience, take wing on a safari adventure in Karongwe Private Game Reserve near the Kruger National Park. Touch down and you’re just a short drive away to your lodging. After a warm welcome and delicious lunch,

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meet your game ranger and hop aboard an open vehicle for an afternoon game drive. Look out for the Big Five, as well as hippo, antelope, zebra and giraffe and an abundance of bird life. As the sky darkens, your tracker will spotlight the nocturnal species as they come out to hunt. Tonight, gather around a crackling fire and dine on a delicious variety of local and continental dishes within the outdoor boma. (BlD)

DAY 7 Karongwe Private Game ReserveAwaken with the soft light of sunrise when the animals are most lively. Join your ranger for a game drive or try a bushwalk to focus on smaller wildlife and plants. Return to your lodge for some leisure time at the pool or relax with a book. In the

afternoon set off in search of the regal kudu, or the waterbuck with its distinctive white circle around the tail or the shy duiker. After an exhilarating day, join your companions for refreshing drinks and a hearty dinner served family-style. Spend your last evening, taking in the sounds of the wilderness and watching the Southern constellations illuminate the endless skies. (BlD)

DAY 8 Karongwe Private Game Reserve / DepartAfter an early morning game drive and hearty breakfast, bid farewell to your new found safari friends as you transfer to the airport for your return flight to Johannesburg and your onward arrangements. (B)

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Infamous Robben Island

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Wild and Wondrous Family Adventure

This sensATionAl ADVenTure for families and the young-at-heart combines plenty

of face-time with protected wildlife and a thrilling safari with family-friendly accommodations, offering all the

comforts of home. Get up close with cheetahs, experience “trunk-to-handshakes” with orphaned elephants,

sit among the penguins on the Cape Peninsula and look out for whales spyhopping at Plettenberg Bay.

Collect a gallery of wildlife photos — and a barrel of fun memories to last a lifetime.

Memories to last a lifetime

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DAY 1 Arrive Cape Town, South Africa Touch down in Cape Town, South Africa’s beautiful “Mother City” with its iconic Table Mountain. You’ll be welcomed and on your way to your hotel — with all the comforts of home. Rest up before your adventure begins. DAY 2 Cape TownBeyond the take-your-breath-away seascapes, look out for zebras, eland, ostriches and penguins on today’s exploration of the ‘Fairest Cape’ peninsula. “Awesome!” you’ll proclaim when you view the beaches of Camps Bay, Clifton and Llandudno as you travel with your private driver to lively Hout

Bay. Here, in the heart of the local crayfish industry, take an optional cruise out to Seal Island if you like. Get your binoculars ready to spot wildlife and more stunning coastal views at the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve before stopping to tiptoe among the colony of penguins at Boulders Beach. See the naval port of Simon’s Town on your return to Cape Town. (B)

DAY 3 Cape TownDid you know that cheetahs can accelerate faster than a sports car? Or that there are only about 7,500 cheetahs left in the world? You’ll find out all about the world’s fastest land animal, plus get some close-up portrait shots, when you visit the Cheetah Outreach on your way to the Winelands. After a little history about the early

South African settlers at the Taal Monument, you’re off to a wine cellar tour to learn all about winemaking. Do some exploring, strolling and shopping at the French-settled town of Franschhoek as well as at the lively university town of Stellenbosch. (B)

DAY 4 Cape Town /OudtshoornFly to George and travel overland to your farm-style lodging at an authentic Victorian homestead outside Oudtshoorn, the “Ostrich Feather Capital of the World.” (B)

DAY 5 Oudtshoorn / Plettenberg BayOn this morning’s visit to an ostrich farm, you’ll have to crane your neck to peer into the eyes of the world’s

tallest birds. Check out their gigantic nests and eggs and the plucking pens where their feathers are harvested and dyed to be sold for fashion and crafts. Then venture deep into the Cango Caves to examine their glistening stalactites and stalagmites. Emerge into the sunshine and travel on past the unspoiled golden beaches, lagoons and estuaries along the Garden Route, beyond the village of Plettenberg Bay to your welcoming cottage accommodations in the forest. (B)

DAY 6 Plettenberg BayGather your camera gear for today’s close encounters with monkeys, birds and elephants. Start with a private tour of Monkeyland, a fenced forest


Cape Town [3]

Fly out ofJohannesburg

Port Elizabeth

Kariega Game Reserve [3]

PlettenbergBay [3]

George

Oudtshoorn [1]

SOUTH AFRICA

NAMIBIA

LESOTHO



More Quarters Apartment Hotel

» 1 Night Oudtshoorn,

La Plume Guest House

» 3 Nights Plettenberg Bay,

Hog Hollow Country Lodge

» 3 Nights Kariega Game Reserve,

Kariega Main Lodge

Memorable Highlights: » EXPlORE malaria-free Kariega Game

Reserve on thrilling morning and evening

game drives in search of the Big Five.

Kayak and birdwatch along the river.

» DIScOVER three kinds of whales

and pods of leaping dolphin on an

ecocruise on Plettenberg Bay.

» EXPERIENcE close-up interactions with

monkeys, elephants and a myriad of birds

protected in special sanctuaries. Learn

how the world’s fastest land animals are

being protected at the Cheetah Outreach.

» ENJOY the warm hospitality of South

Africa with luxurious and family-friendly

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sanctuary where 12 species of previously caged primates from across the world roam freely. Then, explore the neighboring Birds of Eden where miniature species of monkeys along with 180 different bird species from around the world share a sanctuary. Continue on to Knysna Elephant Park for a “trunk in hand” experience with the pachyderms; er, that means you can shake hands with their trunks, as well as pet and feed them. (B)

DAY 7 Plettenberg BayThar she blows! All aboard for an ecological boat trip looking out for Bryde’s, Southern Right

and Humpback whales or leaping pods of Bottlenose and the shy Indo-Pacific Humpback dolphins. The rest of your afternoon is up to you — laze around the pool, take a walk and just do as you please. (B)

DAY 8 Plettenberg Bay / Kariega Game ReserveJust when you thought your adventure couldn’t get more exciting, the safari highlight of your family holiday begins. Venture deep into the bush for a three-night stay in a log chalet within the Kariega Game Reserve. Meet your expert ranger and set out for an afternoon game drive in

an open-sided safari vehicle. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five — elephant, lion, rhinoceros, buffalo and leopard, that is — and a multitude of other wildlife. Look out on the Kariega River Valley from your deck and gather with fellow safari travelers for dinner and sharing stories in the outdoor boma. (BlD)

DAY 9 Kariega Game ReserveWake up to birdsong and set out for your morning game drive. This afternoon, look

out for hippos feeding along the riverbanks and do some birdwatching on a boat cruise down the river. Or paddle a kayak in a peaceful part of the river. Tonight, gather for sundowners or refreshments as you look out on the river; listen carefully to see how many different animal sounds you can identify. (BlD)

DAY 10 Kariega Game ReserveContinue to build your wildlife photo gallery on today’s game drives. As twilight sets in,

open top game drive

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you may get lucky enough to witness a lioness hunting for dinner for her pride; or watch quietly as a family of hippo plods from the river for a night of grazing. As the nocturnal wildlife begins to emerge, return to the lodge for a sumptuous dinner. (BlD)

DAY 11 Kariega Game Reserve / DepartTake in one last morning game drive before traveling to Port Elizabeth for your flight to Johannesburg where you’ll be assisted with your onward arrangements. (B)

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African Sensations

inDulge in This clAssic African safari through the heart of South Africa, Zambia, Botswana

and Kenya, ideal for the active traveler who seeks a wide variety of unique destinations and adventures.

Whether it’s the personal interaction with your hosts at a home hosted dinner in Cape Town or the

spectacular helicopter flight over Victoria Falls or the thrill packed game drives in the Masai Mara, this African

safari promises to be sensational!

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DAY 1 Arrive Cape Town, South AfricaBegin your sensational adventure with three days in sophisticated Cape Town, first established as a supply station for ships transporting spices from Asia to Europe and now known as South Africa’s “Mother City.” You’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your waterfront luxury hotel with the iconic Table Mountain as your backdrop. Your evening is at your leisure to enjoy one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

DAY 2 Cape TownSpend the day taking in spectacular ocean vistas, quaint villages and wildlife on today’s

exploration of “The Fairest Cape,” the rugged tip of the Cape Peninsula. Drive by the glamorous Millionaires Paradise enroute to the charming working harbor of Hout Bay, where there may be time for a Seal Island cruise. Keep your camera on hand to photograph the rocky seascapes and wildlife as you wind along the coast and explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Sit among the endearing penguins at Boulder’s Beach and view the naval port of Simon’s Town before returning to Cape Town. (B)

DAY 3 Cape TownBegin your city tour with a ride on the cable car to the top of Table Mountain for sweeping views of Cape Town and the Atlantic Ocean. Continue on

to The Company’s Garden, the large public park laid out by founding father Jan van Riebeeck, and view the old Slave Lodge and the original shore line of 1652. Stop at the 17th-century Castle for the early history of Cape Town. Stroll through the colorful Malay Quarter and visit a diamond workshop to learn about “color, clarity and cut.” Tonight, enjoy true South African cuisine and hospitality as you dine with a Capetonian couple in their lovely home. (BD)

DAY 4 Cape Town /Livingstone, ZambiaTake flight to Livingstone to experience Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Settle into your luxurious resort on the Zambezi River. Tonight, be swept away

by the romance of Africa as you soak up the views of the river from your lodge. (B)

DAY 5 LivingstoneGrab your camera gear and bush attire for today’s day trip safari. Chobe National Park, Botswana is famous for its numerous elephant and prolific game. Begin with a wildlife-viewing cruise down the Chobe River where you’ll spot large flocks of birds, big pods of hippos and enormous crocodiles along the banks. Later, enjoy lunch on shore and hop aboard an open safari vehicle for an afternoon game drive into the park. Your expert ranger will track down huge herds of buffalo and elephant, zebra, wildebeest and impala as well as lion, hyena and leopard. (Bl)


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NAMIBIA

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Johannesburg [1]

Livingstone [3]

SOUTH AFRICA

BOTSWANA

LESOTHO

ChobeNat’l ParkKENYA

Masai Mara [3] Nairobi [1]

ZAMBIA

ZIMBABWE

MOZAMBIQUE

MALAWI

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Cape Grace

» 3 Nights Livingstone,

The Royal Livingstone Hotel

» 1 Night Johannesburg,

The Grayston Hotel

» 1 Night Nairobi, Tribe

» 3 Nights Masai Mara,

Mara Bushtops

Memorable Highlights: » EXPlORE the wildlife-rich plains of the

Masai Mara - Kenya’s premier game reserve

and home to all of the Big Five.

» DIScOVER the breathtaking views of

Cape Town from atop Table Mountain, visit a

diamond cutting workshop and an endearing

penguin colony as you tour at your own pace

throughout the Cape Town region.

» EXPERIENcE a full day of activities in

Botswana’s Chobe National Park, famous for

its huge elephant population, including a

morning river safari cruise, lunch at a local

lodge and afternoon game drive.

» ENJOY an aerial view of the mighty

Victoria Falls during a helicopter

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DAY 6 LivingstoneThe views of magnificent Victoria Falls, the world’s largest curtain of falling water, are even more sensational when viewed from a short helicopter flight. Take in the huge Zambezi River as it spreads out and crashes down, squeezing down the zig-zag funnel of the gorges. Afterwards, join your guide to walk along the misty forest trails and selected vantage points for those priceless photos of the falls. This afternoon, board a river boat for a “sundowner” cruise up the Zambezi River. Enjoy libations in the exclusive Captain’s Cabin as you watch for game. (B)

DAY 7 Livingstone / Johannesburg, South AfricaSavor your last morning overlooking the Zambezi before flying off to Johannesburg and overnight at your well-appointed hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to relax and get ready for your flight to Kenya in the morning. (B)

DAY 8 Johannesburg /Nairobi, KenyaTouch down in Nairobi, the safari capital of East Africa. Settle into your luxury boutique hotel and spa. Relax poolside, enjoy afternoon tea and explore the “place of cool waters” as you please. (B)

DAY 9 Nairobi / Masai MaraBegin your safari with a short flight to the fabulous Masai Mara, Kenya’s premier game viewing destination. Your tented camp is just a short drive from the Mara River where more than a million wildebeest and zebra make their annual perilous migration. Meet your expert trackers and take off on an afternoon game drive across the conservancy’s tree-flecked grasslands, dotted with huge herds of plains game, large numbers of elephant and a wide variety of other birds and game. Return to your camp for “sundowners” and a sumptuous dinner prepared by your gracious Maasai hosts. (BlD)

DAY 10 Masai Mara Awaken with the animals and a steaming cup of coffee as you join your morning game drive. Look out for the black-maned lion, leopards and cheetahs who may be still feasting on the night’s hunt. Explore the bends of the traversing Mara River where the dense population of hippos and crocodiles spread out in their favorite feeding grounds. Relax by the infinity pool after lunch until your evening game drive. Or, take a walking safari to learn more about plants and insects and tracking animals. Tonight, tip your head back and be mesmerized by the star-studded African skies and the mysterious calls of the nocturnal wildlife. (BlD)


Rainbow over Victoria Falls

DAY 11 Masai Mara Choose from a variety of daytime wildlife viewing activities with your expert rangers. Perhaps arrange for an optional sunrise hot air balloon ride to spot wildlife from a bird’s-eye view. Enjoy your luxurious lodging — soak in the cool blue waters of the private camp pool and touch the infinity of the landscape. As the sun melts over the horizon, join your keen-eyed ranger for a game drive spotlighting the nocturnal animals, such as the lion, leopard, African hare, hyena and banded mongoose. For your farewell dinner, select from a choice of sumptuous dishes while the wildlife provides natural entertainment. (BlD)

DAY 12 Masai Mara / Depart Wrap up your safari with a final game drive and last unforgettable moments in the bush. Fly back to Nairobi where a dayroom has been reserved for your use. Explore, shop or relax until your evening transfer to the airport for your onward arrangements. (B)

African Sensations

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The Last Refuge

Promising The finesT wildlife experiences in the whole of Africa, Botswana and its Okavango

Delta are legendary with safari connoisseurs. Pristine and well-managed game reserves, along with secluded

yet sophisticated camps, create a highly personalized and active game viewing adventure like no other.

Capture a gallery of eye-popping photos of this scenic and wildlife-rich wonderland — and collect an album

of memories to last a lifetime.

A dazzle of zebras

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DAY 1 Arrive Johannesburg, South AfricaArrive in the “City of Gold” where you’ll be warmly welcomed and assisted with your transfer to your reserved luxury hotel. Relax and acclimate before tomorrow’s flight to Botswana and the start of your safari adventure. DAY 2 Johannesburg / Okavango Delta, BotswanaAfter touching down in Maun this morning, meet your bush pilot and get ready for some magnificent flightseeing as you approach the heart of Botswana’s pristine Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta. Your first luxuriously-appointed camp,

is tucked away in the Moremi Game Reserve area, overlooking the delta’s lush channels, with superb views of the seasonal floodplains. As the day cools, join your expert ranger to explore the wetlands aboard a mokoro, a traditional dug-out canoe. Poling quietly through the wetlands and water lilies, he’ll point out the abundant birdlife, including a host of waterbirds, kingfishers and raptors. Return to camp and dine beneath the stars in a traditional African boma. (BlD)

DAY 3 Okavango DeltaAwaken to birdsong — or the call of the African Fish-Eagle — and soak up the sights and sounds of the bush. After a full breakfast, grab your binoculars and get back out on the channels with your ranger to resume your wildlife viewing

and birding. Watch for the prized appearance of the Pel’s Fishing Owl as well as African skimmers, the Slaty Egret, the wattled crane or the malachite kingfisher. Depending on the season and the floods, set out for an afternoon game drive in search of the red lechwe, lions or spotted hyena. (BlD)

DAY 4 Okavango DeltaTake wing to your next delta camp for a contrasting wildlife viewing experience. After lunch, meet your expert ranger for an afternoon game drive and orientation to the area’s varying landscapes ranging from savannah to floodplains, and its diverse flora and fauna. Returning to camp as dusk falls, you’ll have a chance to spot the shyer nocturnal animals including the genet, civet,

serval, porcupine and, if you’re lucky, the rare aardwolf. (BlD)

DAY 5 Okavango Delta As dawn breaks and the animals begin to stir, set out for your morning game drive, immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the bush. As your expert ranger explains, watch for the subtle familiar interaction of a herd of elephants and listen for the distinctive lion’s roar as it guards its territory. Zoom in on the curious buffalo peering right back at you, catch a cheetah playing with her cubs and marvel at the graceful movements of the kudu and impala. Whether maneuvering your safari vehicle to help you capture the best photographs or pointing out the rare African wild dog, your ranger’s knowledge and expertise are impeccable. (BlD)


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Windhoek

NAMBIA

Johannesburg [1,1]

Maun

LivingstoneVictoria Falls

Linyanti Reserve [2]

SOUTH AFRICA

BOTSWANA

Okavango Delta [2,2] ZIMBABWE

ZAMBIA

MOZAMBIQUE

NAMIBIA

ANGOLA

SWAZILAND

JOURNEY At A GlANcESuggested Accommodations:DELUXE

» 2 Nights Johannesburg, Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton

» 2 Nights Okavango Delta, Pom Pom

» 2 Nights Okavango Delta, Banoka Bush Camp

» 2 Nights Linyanti, Linyanti Bush Camp

LUXURY » 2 Nights Johannesburg,

The Michelangelo » 2 Nights

Okavango Delta, Xigera Camp

» 2 Nights Okavango Delta, Chitabe Lediba

» 2 Nights Linyanti, Savuti Camp

Memorable Highlights: » eXPlore the bush from the comfort of

luxuriously-appointed intimate camps whose ideal locations and gracious staff welcome you in comfort and authentic African style.

» DiscoVer the varied terrain and wildlife of the immense Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta, by traditional mokoro canoes and open-sided safari vehicles at luxuriously appointed camps.

» eXPerience traditional African “sundowners” every evening, along with freshly prepared meals and culinary creations to tempt every palate.

» enJoY the thrill of small bush plane flights between camps - a chance to view game from high. (Flights between camps are included in land arrangements.)


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DAY 6 Okavango Delta / Linyanti ReserveAll aboard your bush plane to your next luxury camp in the Linyanti Reserve, best known for its large number of elephants as well as predators, and its clear waterways harboring hippo and a diverse variety of water birds. This afternoon, board a small boat for a wildlife cruise and look out for submerging hippos and varied wildlife coming down to drink along the river. Tonight, gather around the camp fire and listen as your ranger shares stories and legends of ancient Africa. (BlD)

DAY 7 Linyanti ReserveAwaken with birdsong and a steaming cup of coffee as you climb into an open safari vehicle and join your professional ranger for a game drive to photograph the abundant wildlife hunting, grazing and lazing. After sharing your adventures with your fellow safari friends over a delicious lunch, relax and unwind as the day cools and the animals retreat to the shade. Be ready for more action on a late afternoon game drive. Upon your return, rejuvenate with a refreshing sundowner before a gourmet dinner beneath the stars. (BlD)

DAY 8 Linyanti / Johannesburg, South AfricaEnjoy your last morning on safari before flying back to Johannesburg via Maun where your evening is at leisure. Take a dip and recharge at your ideally situated hotel. (B)

DAY 9 Johannesburg / Depart Your day is free to explore and shop at your leisure until your transfer to the airport for your onward arrangements. (B)

The Last Refuge

In the knoWDiD You knoW that the word “boma” inSwahili, is a reeded enclosure to protectlivestock? However, while on your safari, yourboma will mean dinner by lanterns or firelightunder the African stars in an enclosure.

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Add cape Town & WinelandsSouth Africa

Revel in the beauty of cosmopolitan Cape Town and Wineland’s quaint villages and wineries. See page 47. 6 days 5 nights

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EXPERIENcE South Africa +Mozambique

8 days

LAND + INtERNAL AIR FRoM

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$5,565 PER PERSoN

OFFER cODE: ESS13 Single supplement available.*Closed Jan 01 - Apr 30 & Dec 01-31, 2013

DAY 1 Arrive Johannesburg, South AfricaEnjoy a restful evening in the “City of Gold.”

DAYs 2-4 Gorongosa,MozambiqueTouch down in world-renowned Gorongosa National Park and settle into your seasonal safari ecocamp. Join your expert ranger for daily game drives and bush walks exploring the wildlife rich floodplains. Learn the full story behind the park’s visionary restoration projects and its innovative “benefits beyond boundaries” program. (3B, 3l, 3D)

DAYs 5-7 Bazaruto ArchipelagoFly to the coast for three sun-soaking days on Bazaruto Island, lazing and exploring the pristine marine sanctuary dubbed “Pearl of the Indian Ocean.” Your stylish hotel bungalow is just steps from the white sand beach. Don a snorkel and dive in to your next adventure — your days are at leisure to enjoy all the archipelago has to offer. (3B, 3l, 3D)

DAY 8 Bazaruto Archipelago / DepartFly back to Johannesburg. (B)

Suggested Accommodations:


Southern Sun Johannesburg Airport

» 3 Nights Gorongosa National Park,

Explorers Camp

» 3 Nights Bazaruto Island,

Pestana Bazaruto Lodge

Safariand Seaside

VenTure to exotic Mozambique for this unique combination of a traditional safari experience in Gorongosa National Park and an idyllic island getaway to the Bazaruto Archipelago. From your seasonal ecocamp, your guided bushwalks and game drives will reveal Gorongosa’s thriving wildlife and conservation strategies. Then, fly to the coast for three sea-loving days upon the tropical island of Bazaruto — experience the sparkling beaches and rainbow of marine life in the Indian Ocean’s renowned island sanctuary.

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8 days LAND FRoM

$5,485 to

$6,645 PER PERSoN

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DAY 1 Arrive South Luangwa National Park, Zambia From Lusaka airport, meet your bush pilot and fly off to your well-appointed camp in South Luangwa National Park. (D)

DAYs 2-4 South Luangwa National ParkJoin your expert ranger for daily morning and afternoon game activities in search of leopards and big game. Explore the oxbow lagoons of the Luangwa River and pass dambos bursting with hippos, crowned cranes and scurrying baboons. (3B,3l,3D)

DAYs 5-7 Lower Zambezi National ParkTake flight to your next camp into the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park. Canoe and motorboat with your expert rangers to observe enormous herds of elephants along the edge of the Zambezi River, and watch for island-hopping buffaloes and waterbuck. Even non-fisherman will enjoy casting for the fighting fresh water Tiger Fish. (3B,3l,3D)

DAY 8 Zambezi National Park / DepartFly back to Lusaka for your international flight or onward arrangements. (B)


» 4 Nights South Luangwa,

Luangwa River Camp

» 3 Nights Lower Zambezi,

Chongwe River Camp

cAnoeing along the Lower Zambezi River past island-hopping buffalos, taking game drives among one of Africa’s densest concentrations of leopards and casting for fighting tiger fish are just a sampling of once-in-a lifetime adventures you’ll discover on this wing safari to Zambia’s untamed wilderness. Explore South Luangwa National Park, where walking safaris were pioneered, and Lower Zambezi National Park,

a massive wildlife sanctuary adjacent to Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools Reserve.


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Best of Namibia Wing Safari

EXPERIENcE Namibia

8 days LAND FRoM

$6,545 to

$7,995 PER PERSoN

OFFER cODE: EbN13 Single supplement available.

DAY 1 Arrive Windhoek, Namibia Arrive in Windhoek where you’ll be transferred to your elegant hotel.

DAYs 2-3 SossusvleiFly to the Kulala Wilderness Reserve and ride off with your expert ranger to explore Sossusvlei and its towering dunes. Safari aboard open 4x4 vehicles to the Tsauchab River and the “vlei,” taking in the desert wildlife. (2B,2l,2D)

DAYs 4-5 DamaralandFly over the Namib desert and the spectacular topography of the Skeleton Coast to Damaraland. Search for desert-adapted

elephant or track rhino with your expert rangers. Ponder the ancient bushman’s engravings at Twyfelfontein. (2B,2l,2D)

DAYs 6-7 Etosha National ParkFly to Etosha National Park, the expansive white “place of dry water,” for game drives and walks in the Ongava Game Reserve. The park’s enormous elephants and the phenomenal birding are among the highlights. (2B,2l,2D)

DAY 8 Etosha / DepartFly back to Windhoek for your onward arrangements. (B)


» 1 Night Windhoek,

Windhoek Country Club Resort

» 2 Nights Sossusvlei,

Little Kulala

» 2 Nights Damaraland,

Damaraland Camp

» 2 Nights Etosha National Park,

Ongava Lodge

This Wing sAfAri to Namibia promises a one-of-a kind wilderness safari experience for seekers of the remote and profound. You’ll ride across the world’s highest dunes in Sossusvlei, flightsee above the stark Skeleton Coast and examine the world famous Twyfelfontein rock etchings. Encounter both the endangered black rhino and white rhino and observe the world’s largest elephants on game drives traversing the waterholes across arid Damaraland and the wildlife haven of Etosha National Park.

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The charm and beauty of Cape Town and her nearby picturesque winelands are evident from your first glimpses from across the harbor and atop Table Mountain. Spend a full day of private sightseeing on a journey across the Cape Peninsula to the Cape of Good Hope, past quaint seaside towns and colonial Cape Dutch estates; another day is dedicated to winetasting and exploring the wineland’s quaint villages and wine cellars.

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Get away to Walker Bay and Grootbos Nature Reserve. Watch the whales, seals and penguins, explore tidal pools and stone-aged coastal caves, walk through milkwood forests, cage dive with the sharks and soak up the intricacies of the ecosystems with expert botanical guides.

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Renowned for its ancient gallery of Bushman rock art sites just a few hours’ drive from Cape Town, Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat is the perfect oasis to reconnect with nature and restore. Choose from a variety of outdoor activities including nature drives, canoeing, fly-fishing and mountain biking.

South Africa

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Experience five star luxury first hand on a 24 hour journey between Pretoria and Cape Town. Fit for presidents and royalty, experience the finest bed linens, marble tiles, and sumptuous meals complemented with the best South African wines makes this rail journey one not to miss.

South Africa

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The Lost City is fun for the whole family, a fantasy world with incredible jungles, cliff-tumblinggardens, sparkling waterfalls and swimming pools. Accommodations at the spectacular Palace including private transfers from/to Johannesburg, breakfast daily and a wildlife viewing excursion in Pilanesberg National Park. Optional activities include golf, elephant back safaris, hot air ballooning and a world class spa.

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Playful meerkats, black-maned lions and a healthy cheetah population are among the most famous residents in The Central Kalahari Game Reserve, one of the world’s largest reserves. Activities include game drives with expert rangers, insightful nature walks with Bushman trackers and out- of-this-world stargazing.

Journey through the heart of Africa on the most luxurious train in the world and recapture the romance of a bygone era. A variety of journeys are available from 1 day to 28 days in duration.

Experience the extraordinary Victoria Falls, the world’s largest curtain of falling water, UNESCO World Heritage Site and center of adventure for explorers of all ages. Your stay includes a choice of accommodations, a walking tour of the falls, a river safari, airport transfers and a choice of a game drive or elephant back safari.

Canoeing past pods of hippo and herds of elephant, encountering wildlife on foot and bedding down on the river banks in your full service mobile tented camp ranks as one of the greatest adventures on the planet. Choose your adventure in either Zimbabwe’s Zambezi Valley or Botswana’s Selinda Spillway.

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Morocco

AlgeriaLibya

Tunisia

MaliNiger

Chad

Sudan

South Sudan

Nigeria

Cameroon


Equatorial Guinea

Gabon

Congo

DemocraticRepublic

of The Congo

Angola

Ethiopia

Somalia

Eritrea

Djibouti

Lesotho

Swaziland

Burundi

Benin

TogoGhana

CôteD’ivoire

Burkina Faso

Mauritania

Senegal

The Gambia

Guinea-BissauGuinea

Sierra Leone

Liberia

WesternSahara

Ruaha NP

Lake Malawi

Lake Tangayika

Serengeti NP

Lake Victoria

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Zanzibar

Nairobi

Samburu

Mt. Kenya

Cape Town

Port Elizabeth

Durban

Johannesburg

Gaborone

LivingstoneLusaka

LowerZambezi NP

South Luangwa NP

Victoria FallsChobe NP


Skeleton Coast

Windhoek Kruger NP

Madikwe NP

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MozambiqueZimbabwe

Namibia Botswana

South Africa

Malawi

Madagascar

Mauritius

Selous NP

Cairo

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Abu Simbel

Egypt

Jordan

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Tanzania

Rwanda

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Seychelles

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Discover Abundant Wildlifethat you’ll find no other place on earth...Grand landscapes that make even the largest elephants look small… Welcoming people proudly sharing their vibrant culture… East Africa will wrap its arms around you and capture your heart.

Morocco

AlgeriaLibya

Tunisia

MaliNiger

Chad

Sudan

South Sudan

Nigeria

Cameroon


Equatorial Guinea

Gabon

Congo

DemocraticRepublic

of The Congo

Angola

Ethiopia

Somalia

Eritrea

Djibouti

Lesotho

Swaziland

Burundi

Benin

TogoGhana

CôteD’ivoire

Burkina Faso

Mauritania

Senegal

The Gambia

Guinea-BissauGuinea

Sierra Leone

Liberia

WesternSahara

Ruaha NP

Lake Malawi

Lake Tangayika

Serengeti NP

Lake Victoria

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Zanzibar

Nairobi

Samburu

Mt. Kenya

Cape Town

Port Elizabeth

Durban

Johannesburg

Gaborone

LivingstoneLusaka

LowerZambezi NP

South Luangwa NP

Victoria FallsChobe NP


Skeleton Coast

Windhoek Kruger NP

Madikwe NP

Zambia

MozambiqueZimbabwe

Namibia Botswana

South Africa

Malawi

Madagascar

Mauritius

Selous NP

Cairo

LuxorAswan

Abu Simbel

Egypt

Jordan

KenyaUganda

Tanzania

Rwanda

U.A.E.

Seychelles

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FEB

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EgyptHi/Lo°FRainfall

67/471"69/481"75/520.8"83/570.4"91/630.2"95/680"96/700"95/710"90/680"86/650.3"78/580.8"68/501"

KenyaHi/Lo°FRainfall

77/545"79/556" /5711"75/5816"72/5617"70/539"69/516"70/527"75/526"76/558"74/5615"74/5511"

TanzaniaHi/Lo°FRainfall

90/765"91/766"91/779"86/777"84/7510"83/744"82/722"83/722"84/723"86/735"89/7510"89/7610"

UgandaHi/Lo°FRainfall

84/653"84/65 5"84/638.5"83/6111"83/618"83/62 3.5"83/623"83/623"83/623"83/62 4"83/615"83/614"

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Running the gauntlet

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The matriarch leads the herd

KenyaWith its celebrity first ensconced with Teddy Roosevelt’s “African Game Trails,” Kenya has long been the top destination for safari seekers. Showcasing a wealth of wildlife and iconic lodging, its ecologically diverse game parks include the arid Samburu and Shaba Reserves, and the lush Masai Mara, encompassing the northern Serengeti plains where nearly two million wildebeest and herbivores make their way during the annual Great Migration. While guests can check off the Big Five throughout their exploration, each park has its own distinct wildlife and prolific birding.

Those looking for a more exclusive safari experience can indulge in staying at luxurious ensuite tented camps and lodges within the private concessions. Beyond your expertly-guided game drives and bush walks, immerse yourself in the local culture — join a local family for dinner or take a bushwalk with the stately Maasai warriors. Wrap up your journey with a visit to Mombasa’s beaches.

RwandaWildlife enthusiasts and conservationists are steadily increasing their treks to witness Rwanda’s endangered mountain gorillas. Rebuilding its tourism since its mass genocide in 1994, Rwanda and conservationists remind visitors that the best way to help save the gorillas is to come see them. Expert guides and conservationists lead you on treks through the rain forest to observe the uncannily human-acting animals in Parc National des Volcans. Spot some 13 other species of primates in Nyungwe Forest National Park.

TanzaniaTanzania’s attractions are superlative — Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest free-standing caldera teeming with one of Africa’s densest concentrations of wildlife; Olduvai Gorge, renowned for the Leakey family’s profound discoveries of early man; and the Great Migration across the Serengeti plains, just to name a few. Building up its safari infrastructure some 50 years after Kenya, Tanzania delivers a less-traveled experience within its prolific game parks. For those seeking a truly wilderness experience, travel south to the immense and untouched Selous and Ruaha game preserves or visit Mahale Mountains National Park at Lake Tanganyika, home to the world’s largest population of chimpanzees. Easily combinable with Kenya, a Tanzania safari can wrap up with a beach getaway to the spice island of Zanzibar.

UgandaOnce hailed by Winston Churchill as the “Pearl of Africa” for its prolific wildlife and lush beauty, Uganda has been steadily attracting travelers to view its shy mountain gorillas as an alternative to Rwanda since the early 2000’s. Trekking in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to observe the gorillas, which are carefully habituated to humans — the gorillas are even known to come into your camp. Uganda’s other pearls include the centrally located Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls and Kibale Forest National Park, where you’ll find the most primates ever recorded in an African forest.

SeychellesWith its Coco-de-Mer palms, white sand beaches and world’s oldest tortoises, Seychelles is the epitome of the romantic and exclusive island getaway. An archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, its three main islands are Mahé, Praslin and La Digue — but our favorite escapes are Saint Anne and Desroches.

Jordan The gem of Jordan is Petra, the ancient Nabataean caravan city and UNESCO World Heritage Site which celebrated the 200th anniversary of its European discovery in 2012. Carved into the rose-colored rock faces, the world-famous archeological site was an important crossroads between Arabia, Egypt and Syria-Phoenicia.

Egypt Evolving since its first democratic elections in 2012, Egypt’s tourism is expected to rebound while its allure as the ancient “cradle of civilization” remains inextinguishable. Just a sampling of the unmatched treasures designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites includes: Historic Cairo, The Great Pyramid of Cheops, the sole survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; Luxor, the ancient capitol of Thebes and its Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens; Abu Simbel, the High Dam at Aswan and the rebuilt temple of Philae. Your expert Egyptologists provide unending enlightenment on your private tours. Stay in five-star Cairo and Luxor hotels and cruise in four- and five-star elegance to view the intriguing sites along the Nile.

In the KNOwThe Great MigrationPinpointing the exact time and place to best witness it can be challenging. The timing depends on the rains and when the animals begin to move toward the western Serengeti, Tanzania. It’s generally agreed that the best time to see the migration is between June and August to observe the wildebeest gathering to cross the Grumeti River, or later in Kenya’s Masai Mara August through at least October before they return to the Serengeti.

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The Best of Kenya & Tanzania

PROMiSiNG ThE VERY BEST wildlife viewing in Kenya and Tanzania, this safari is sure to wow

the first-time traveler to Africa as well as the safari enthusiast planning a tenth wildlife pilgrimage. Roam the

plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Masai Mara in Kenya, both teeming with wildlife. Marvel at the

snow-capped Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the highest free standing extinct volcano in the world, originally

in Kenya but given to the Kaiser by Queen Victoria as she already had Mt Kenya! Witness the contrasts

between the arid Samburu in the north of Kenya, with its endemic wildlife different to that in the south, and

the lush pastures of the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, the world’s largest caldera, with its full kaleidoscope

of African wildlife happily living in the bowl of the crater.

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DAY 1 Arrive Nairobi, KenyaJambo na Karibu! With a warm Swahili welcome upon your arrival, you’ll be transferred to your boutique hotel on the outskirts of Nairobi. Spend the rest of your day as you please. DAY 2 Nairobi /AmboseliYour safari takes off with a flight to Amboseli National Park. Upon checking into your well-appointed tented camp, meet your expert ranger for an afternoon game drive. Capture panoramic photos of some of Africa’s largest elephants as they amble through the grasslands with the snowcapped Mt. Kilimanjaro as the backdrop. Cap off your day with traditional sundowners as you marvel at views of Africa’s

highest mountain glowing in the twilight. (BLD)

DAY 3 AmboseliRise with dawn’s early light for your game drive — you may catch up with the big cats, sated after their night’s hunts. Watch for wildebeest, zebra, impala and warthogs and see how many of the 300 species of birds you can spot. Tonight, your chef will tap into his garden to serve you with a fine dinner. Unwind and be mesmerized by the dazzling blanket of stars. (BLD)

DAY 4 Amboseli /SamburuFly north to the Samburu National Reserve, an arid semi-desert land sparsely populated by proud nomadic people. Arrive at your deluxe tented camp in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive in search of the Samburu Special Five, the

Grevy zebra, reticulated giraffe, the Somali ostrich, gerenuk and the beisa oryx. (BLD)

DAY 5 SamburuStart the day with an early morning game drive in the quiet serene wilderness. Perhaps you’ll come upon a cheetah snuggling with her cubs or a herd of gerenuk browsing in the foliage. Before your afternoon game drive, laze poolside and take in the views of wildlife lingering by the river. (BLD)


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Nairobi [1]Masai Mara [3]

Serengeti [3]

NgorongoroConservation Area [2]

Lake Manyara

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Amboseli [2]

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Start Here | End Here | [ ] Number of nights at lodgings Samburu [2]


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Lake Manyara

Arusha [1]

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UGANDA

TANZANIA

Amboseli [2]

Mt. Kilimanjaro

LakeVictoria

Mara Option

Best July throughNovember

In the KNOwDiD YOU KNOw it is possible to estimate the age of male lions using such features as mane size, tooth wear, facial scars and even the color of the nose?

JOURNEY At A GLANCESuggested Accommodations:Mara Option

» 1 Night Nairobi, House of Waine

» 2 Nights Amboseli, Satao Elerai

» 2 Nights Samburu,

Elephant Bedroom Camp


Governors’ Camp

» 1 Night Arusha,

Arusha Coffee Lodge

» 2 Nights Ngorongoro Conservation Area,

Exploreans Ngorongoro Lodge

Serengeti Option » 1 Night Nairobi,

House of Waine

» 2 Nights Amboseli,

Satao Elerai

» 2 Nights Samburu,

Elephant Bedroom Camp

» 1 Night Arusha,

Arusha Coffee Lodge

» 2 Nights Ngorongoro Conservation Area,

Exploreans Ngorongoro Lodge

» 3 Nights Serengeti,

Sayari Camp or Dunia Camp

Memorable Highlights: » EXPLORE Ngorongoro Crater, hailed as one

of the “Natural Wonders of the World,” and

home to the densest concentration of game

animals in Africa.

» DISCOVER the beauty of Amboseli with its

famous large tusked elephants and views of

snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro.

» EXPERIENCE the thrill of tracking Africa’s Big

Five and watching millions of wildebeest and

zebras during their annual migration crossing

the Mara River.

» ENJOY aerial game viewing as you fly

between locations maximizing your safari

time each step of the way.

Serengeti Option

Best Decemberthrough June


AFTER DAY 5Choose Between

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Depending on the Time of Year.

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Dinner by candlelight

Mara Option

The Best of Kenya & Tanzania

DAY 6 Samburu / Masai Mara Your adventure continues as you take wing to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s premier game reserve. Located along the Mara River, your traditional safari camp is in the heart of where over a million wildebeest and zebra make their migration crossing every year. With your camera gear ready, meet your expert rangers and take off on a game drive across the reserve’s tree-flecked grasslands. You’ll be amazed by the huge herds of plains game, large herds of elephant and a wide variety of other animals and birds. Return to your camp in time for “sundowners” and dinner prepared by your gracious Maasai hosts. (BLD)

DAY 7 Masai MaraAwaken with the animals to join your morning game drive. Keep a look out for the black-maned lion, leopards and cheetahs returning from their night’s hunt. Explore the bends of the traversing Mara River where

hippos and crocodiles spread out in their favorite feeding grounds. This afternoon, set out for a second game drive or take a bush walk to learn more about tracking animals. (BLD)

DAY 8 Masai MaraSpend the day with various game viewing activities. Greet the sunrise with an optional hot air balloon ride, or, visit a traditional Maasai homestead and learn more about their cattle-based culture. After dinner, gather around the campfire and share your favorite wildlife photos with your safari companions. (BLD)

DAY 9 Masai Mara /Arusha, TanzaniaCross the border with a flight to

Arusha, where you’ll be met on

arrival and transferred to your

lodge, a peaceful retreat tucked

within a large coffee plantation.

Relax and explore as you please.

(BD)

DAY 10 Arusha / Ngorongoro Crater Explore magical Lake Manyara, with its thousands of pink-hued flamingos lining its shore and some 400 species of birds. Your ranger will diligently seek out the park’s unusual tree-climbing Manyara lions and blue monkeys to round out your photo gallery. Continue on to your beautiful lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater, acclaimed as one of the Wonders of the Natural World. (BLD)

DAY 11 Ngorongoro Crater Descend some 2,000 feet to explore Ngorongoro’s sprawling crater floor. Designated as one of the densest concentrations of game in Africa, the crater is home to numerous herds of elephants, large prides of lions, leaping gazelles, and countless zebras and wildebeest. Watch the amusing antics at the hippo pool as you enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to your lodge. After dinner, be awed by the

equatorial constellations as they illuminate the endless skies. (BLD)

DAY 12 Arusha / Depart After a short flight to Arusha, you’ll enjoy lunch and a place to relax at a reserved hotel day room until transferring to the airport for your onward arrangements. (BL)

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Ngorongoro Crater

DAY 6 Samburu / Arusha, Tanzania Cross the border with a flight to Arusha, where you’ll be met on arrival. Continue on to your lodge, a peaceful retreat tucked within a large coffee plantation. Relax as you please. (BD)

DAY 7 Arusha / Ngorongoro Crater Explore magical Lake Manyara, with thousands of pink-hued flamingos lining its shore and some 400 species of birds spotted here. Your ranger will diligently seek out the park’s unusual tree-climbing Manyara lions and blue monkeys to round out your photo gallery. Continue on to your beautiful lodge near the Ngorongoro Crater, acclaimed as one of the “Wonders of the Natural World.” (BLD)

DAY 8 Ngorongoro Crater Descend some 2,000 feet to explore Ngorongoro’s sprawling crater floor. Designated as one of the densest concentrations

of game in Africa, the crater is home to numerous herds of elephants, large prides of lions, leaping gazelles and countless zebras and wildebeest. Watch the amusing antics at the hippo pool as you enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to your lodge. Tonight, stroll your landscaped hotel gardens and revel in the infinite stars sparkling in the skies. (BLD)

DAY 9 Ngorongoro Crater / Serengeti After a morning game drive and picnic lunch, visit Olduvai Gorge, site of the Leakey family’s archaeological excavations which unearthed fossils of man’s earliest known ancestors. Continue on to the great Serengeti, the “endless plains” in the Maasai language, where more than two million wildebeest, half a million Thompson’s gazelle and a quarter million zebra gather for their annual migration, attracting large predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena. Your intimate mobile tented

camp is ideally situated near the herds’ migration paths. (BLD)

DAY 10 Serengeti Depart during the early splendor of an African sunrise for your first game drive of the day. Collect a gallery of striking images as the morning unfolds: a lioness relaxing after her morning hunt, alert elephants guarding their young and ungainly herds of wildebeest grazing alongside zebra and gazelle. Relax at camp while the day cools down before setting out for your afternoon game drive. Tonight, gather to share stories and photos with your safari companions around a crackling campfire. (BLD)

DAY 11 Serengeti During morning and afternoon game viewing activities, your ranger continues to lead you to spectacular locations of outstanding natural beauty where you can observe the wildlife at your leisure. Back at camp with the animals roaming around at

night, your immersion in this kaleidoscope of wildlife is like living a dream for even the most experienced of travelers. (BLD)

DAY 12 Arusha / Depart After a morning game drive, fly back to Arusha to relax until your onward arrangements. (BL)

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ThiS SAFARi CAPTURES the very best of Tanzania and the most likely route for observing the

Great Migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra across the great plains of East Africa. Whether or not you

catch up to the massive migration, you will absolutely revel in all the wildlife viewing opportunities on the

fabled plains of the Serengeti, around Lake Manyara, through Tarangire and on the floor of the Ngorongoro

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DAY 1 Arrive Arusha, TanzaniaWith a warm welcome upon your arrival, you’ll be transferred to your delightful accommodations in Arusha, northern Tanzania’s safari capital.

DAY 2 Arusha / Tarangire National ParkBegin your journey with a short city tour of Arusha, one of East Africa’s fastest growing cities. You will continue on to Tarangire National Park. Upon settling into your authentic safari lodging, gather your camera gear and meet your expert ranger to set out for a late afternoon game

drive. Tonight, immerse yourself in the African safari experience as you look out upon the magnificent sunset vistas and dine beneath the stars. (BLD)

DAY 3 Tarangire National ParkJoin your expert safari ranger for morning and afternoon game viewing activities in the Tarangire / Manyara corridor. Tarangire National Park, with its river providing the only permanent water supply on Maasai land during the dry season, supports a great diversity of wildlife – up to 6,000 elephants, giraffe, buffalo, lesser kudu, zebra, lion, leopard and cheetah. Its grassy acacia woodlands and gigantic baobabs silhouetted against the sky make for spectacular vistas. (BLD)

DAY 4 Tarangire National Park / Ngorongoro Set out early this morning for Lake Manyara. The thousands of pink-hued flamingos lining its shore provides the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s birdlife — more than 400 species have been recorded here. Large herds of elephant roam the park and your ranger will diligently seek out the park’s unusual tree-climbing Manyara lions, blue monkeys and countless wildlife photo opportunities. Continue on to your lodging for the next two nights, perfectly situated to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ngorongoro Crater. Acclaimed as one of the “Wonders of the Natural World,” the crater is home to one of the densest concentrations of game in Africa. Tonight, enjoy dinner

and the gracious East African hospitality at your lodge. (BLD)

DAY 5 Ngorongoro CraterDescend some 2,000 feet to explore the crater floor of this extinct, collapsed volcano. You’ll be in awe of the profusion of wildlife concentrated here. Zoom in on the elephants ambling along well-worn tracks. Listen for the roaring lion guarding its large pride. Gazelle quietly graze, surrounded by zebra and wildebeest, and you might spot the endangered rhino feeding down by the lake. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to your camp. Share the day’s magical moments with your safari companions as the sun sinks over the horizon. (BLD)


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JOURNEY At A GLANCEMemorable Highlights:

» EXPLORE the famed Serengeti plains,

the greatest wildlife region of East Africa,

in search of migratory herds of zebra

and wildebeest and their territorial

predators: lion, leopard and cheetah.

» DISCOVER the smaller denizens of

the bush on a thrilling walking safari,

where you can learn the ancient skills

of tracking and identifying spoor.

» EXPERIENCE the descent into the most

unique caldera in the world: Ngorongoro

Crater, often called the Eden of Africa.

» ENJOY wildlife viewing in Lake Manyara

as renowned for its thousands of pink

flamingoes coloring its shores as for its nimble

blue monkeys and tree climbing lions.



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Zebra and baobab tree

DAY 6 Ngorongoro / Serengeti National Park Take a short flight and drive to the great Serengeti — “endless plains” in the Maasai language. While the exact timing is difficult to predict, here is where more than two million wildebeest, half a million Thompson’s gazelle and a quarter million zebra gather for annual migrations, attracting large predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena. With the park as your safari base, your next three days will be filled with morning and afternoon game viewing activities when the animals are most active. Your authentic lodging is ideally situated near the herds’ migration paths. (BLD)

DAY 7 SerengetiDepart during the early morning splendor of an African sunrise for your first game drive of the day. Negotiating roads and tracks, your expert ranger transports you to a world of primal savagery combined with peaceful vistas. Collect a gallery of thrilling images as the morning unfolds: a lioness relaxing after her morning hunt; alert elephants carefully guarding their young as they traverse the bush; a startled warthog running with tail erect; ungainly herds of wildebeest grazing alongside zebra. Relax at camp until the day cools down and the animals become more active before setting out

for your afternoon game drive or a guided walk. Before retiring, stretch out and listen to the sounds of the wilderness and watch the illumination of the infinite African skies. (BLD)

DAY 8 SerengetiDuring morning and afternoon game viewing activities, your ranger continues to lead you to stunning vistas and locations of outstanding natural beauty where you are able to observe the wildlife quietly and at your leisure. Watch the many species of game grazing in close proximity to your camp as the sun sets over the savannah. (BLD)

DAY 9 Arusha / DepartCelebrate the glorious sunrise and the sounds of the bush awakening as you savor your last morning in Tanzania. After a short flight to Arusha, you’ll enjoy lunch and a place to relax at a day room reserved for your use at a charming lodge. Later tonight, you are transferred to the airport for your onward arrangements. (BL)


Zebra and baobab tree

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Classic Suggested Accommodations:

» 1 Night Arusha, Olasiti Lodge

» 2 Nights Tarangire National Park, Maramboi Tented Camp

» 2 Nights Ngorongoro Area, Ngorongoro Farm House

» 3 Nights Serengeti National Park, Simiyu Mobile Camp

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» 1 Night Arusha, Arusha Coffee Lodge

» 2 Nights Tarangire National Park, Tarangire Treetops

» 2 Nights Ngorongoro Area, The Manor at Ngorongoro

» 3 Nights Serengeti National Park, Serengeti Migration Camp

Deluxe Suggested Accommodations:

» 1 Night Arusha, Shangazi House

» 2 Nights Tarangire National Park, Oliver’s Camp

» 2 Nights Ngorongoro Area, Gibb’s Farm

» 3 Nights Serengeti National Park, Olakira Camp

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East Africa | POPULAR JOURNEYS EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES ADDED ADVENTURES SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS 60Maasai country

Maasai to MaraA KENYAN JOURNEY that focuses on three prime wildlife regions, this safari presents an

unparalleled opportunity to delve deeper into the culture of the Maasai while exploring their homeland.

Each adventure, walking the plains and foothills, following wildlife in your vehicle, stopping to inspect

local medicinal plants or sharing Maasai lore, contributes a unique ingredient to this experience.

Revealing profound insights and creating memories to last a lifetime, this safari makes an ideal

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DAY 1 Arrive Nairobi, KenyaJambo na Karibu! Welcome to Nairobi, or the “place of cool waters” in the Maasai language. Starting with this friendly greeting at the airport, you’ll be driven to your ideally located elegant inn neighboring Nairobi National Park. Spend the rest of your day at leisure.

DAY 2 Nairobi / AmboseliYour safari takes off with a flight to Amboseli National Park, at the foot of magnificent snowcapped Mt. Kilimanjaro. Upon checking into your luxurious tented camp just outside the park, drink in the views of the mighty peak revered by Hemingway. This

afternoon, join your expert ranger for a game drive in an open safari vehicle and look out for some of the biggest elephants in Africa. Keep your camera on hand to capture the herds of zebra, wildebeest and prolific birdlife. Wind down your first magical day on safari, sipping a “sundowner” overlooking the endless savannah. (BLD)

DAY 3 AmboseliAwaken with the sounds of birdsong for an early morning game drive, an ideal time for photographing Mt. Kilimanjaro and the shimmering mirages around the dry lake beds. Bird watchers will delight as they count off the many species of heron or spot the uncommon Pygmy Falcon among some 300 varieties of birds. Later, join an expert Maasai guide for a walk

outside the park and learn more about the ancient culture of his proud people. Tonight, select your dinner from an eclectic menu prepared by your chef and watch the wildlife traipse past the nearby waterhole as the stars come out. (BLD)

DAY 4 Amboseli / Lewa Wildlife ConservancyFly off to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy on Mt. Kenya’s slopes, for a contrasting safari experience. Meet your expert ranger for a game drive and start exploring the conservancy’s diverse ecosystems. You’ll be delighted by the varied wildlife that can be spotted here — 70 different mammals and some 350 species of birds. Be sure to watch for the endangered (but plentiful here!) Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe.

Raise your glass to the views of Mt. Kenya as you dine. (BLD)

DAY 5 Lewa Wildlife ConservancySpend the day viewing wildlife on game drives or insightful walks through the grasslands. You’ll learn more about The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, a former cattle ranch that was converted to the first not-for-profit conservation program in East Africa, including a rhino sanctuary where you can find over 50 black and nearly 50 white rhinos. Unwind poolside in the shade of the gardens, and after a fine dinner, watch the equatorial constellations reveal themselves before you tuck in for the night. (BLD)


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JOURNEY At A GLANCESuggested Accommodations:

» 1 Night Nairobi,

The Emakoko

» 2 Nights Amboseli,

Tortilis Camp

» 3 Nights Lewa Wildlife Conservancy,

Lewa Safari Camp


Elephant Pepper Camp

Memorable Highlights: » EXPLORE three distinct wildlife regions:

Amboseli, Lewa and the Masai Mara, while

staying in nearby private conservancies.

» DISCOVER the unique customs, colorful

adornments and evolving culture of the

friendly Maasai during an authentic village visit.

» EXPERIENCE a variety of daily activities: open

vehicle day and night game drives, guided

walks, cultural and archaeological visits.

» ENJOY flights between bush safari

destinations to maximize time spent

viewing wildlife... and experience the thrill

of game viewing from the air (flights are

included with land arrangements).



DAY 6 Lewa Wildlife ConservancySync up with the rhythms of the wilderness and observe the wildlife at a leisurely pace. Take a closer look at the smaller animals and insects on a nature walk. Duck into a hide beside a well-frequented water hole and watch the wildlife drink in designated pecking order. Perhaps climb onto a horse or even a camel (at an additional cost) for yet another perspective. On cool evenings, gather around the cozy log fire in the lounge and share your day’s adventures. (BLD)

DAY 7 Lewa Wildlife Conservancy / Masai MaraSet off for the magical Masai Mara, flightseeing past Mt. Kenya, the Laikipia Escarpment and the Great Rift Valley. After a warm welcome at your seasonal tented camp, embark on a game drive with your professional ranger. With the greatest and most diverse concentration of wildlife remaining in Africa today, the park is the ancestral home to the Maasai people and to small clans of Ndorobo, the traditional hunter-gatherers of East Africa. Gather for a communal dinner with your fellow adventurers and share your day’s adventures around the inviting campfire. (BLD)

DAY 8 Masai MaraEach day in the Mara will be dramatically different as you take game drives and bush walks with your expert rangers. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, large numbers of elephant and plains game, countless birds and smaller animals frequent the Mara’s tree flecked grasslands. Dense populations of hippo and crocodile gather along the Mara River. Return to your camp for sumptuous meals prepared from the freshest ingredients and the chance to share the day’s adventures. (BLD)

DAY 9 Masai MaraObserve the Mara’s cycle of life slowly unfold. Perhaps spend the morning tracking rhino on foot with an Ndorobo tracker, or sit quietly for hours observing a day in the life of a pride of Mara lions. Stretch out in your hammock and before the sun sets, join an extended game drive where your ranger will spotlight the nocturnal animals as they come out to forage. (BLD)

DAY 10 Nairobi / DepartSoak up your last morning on safari. Fly to Nairobi where you will be driven to a lovely inn to relax until your transfer to the airport for your onward arrangements. (B)

Maasai to Mara

The snows of Kilimanjaro Let’s take a closer look

In the KNOwDiD YOU KNOw Mt. Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain at 19,334 feet; Mt. Kenya is Africa’s second highest at 17,058 feet?



Night sky by campfire at Elephant Pepper Camp

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ENDANGERED MOUNTAiN GORiLLAS and intriguing chimpanzees are the star attractions

in this adventurous safari to lush Uganda. Venture to the verdant Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National

Park and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to track and observe the habituated primates with your expert guides.

Immerse yourself in the sheer magnificence of Uganda’s physical beauty — view its endless panoramas

of emerald forests, jewel-like crater lakes and the striking Kyambura gorge from your intimate lodges.

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DAY 1 Arrive Kampala, UgandaUpon your airport arrival, you’ll be welcomed and transferred to your tranquil resort hotel in the green city of Kampala.

DAY 2 Kampala / Kibale ForestTravel through Uganda’s crater lakes region to your idyllic lodge on the outskirts of Kibale Forest. The rest of your day is at leisure — relax poolside and soak up the surrounding views of Lake Kyaninga and the Mountains of the Moon — or start exploring. (BLD)

DAY 3 Kibale ForestSet out for the lush Kibale Forest National Park, where the star attractions are some 1,500 chimpanzees and 13 species of primates, the most ever recorded in an African forest. Wrap up your day with a visit to the Bigodi wetlands to spot the graceful swamp birds as well as learn about some of the community projects financed by tourism. (BLD)

DAY 4 Kibale Forest / Queen Elizabeth National ParkYour safari continues through the grassy plains, volcanic craters and tropical forests of Queen Elizabeth National Park, boasting one of the highest biodiversity ratings in the world. Kick off your wildlife viewing with an afternoon game drive to seek out lions, elephants, antelopes and buffalo, among some 100 types of mammals and over 600 different bird species. Watch the sun set over Kyambura Gorge and the verdant savannah. (BLD)

DAY 5 Queen Elizabeth National ParkLook out for the fast-moving chimpanzees as you join expert trackers for a walk in Kyambura Gorge. Later, board a small boat to cruise the Kazinga Channel and watch for pink-backed pelicans, saddle-billed storks, Nile crocodiles and hippos coming down to eat and drink. At your lodge, gather for sundowners and watch wildlife on the savannah plains. (BLD)

DAY 6 Queen Elizabeth National Park / Bwindi Impenetrable ForestJourney southwest to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, renowned for its prized population of about 300 mountain gorillas. The magic begins with your stay at your stunning ecolodge — watch primates and birds right

from your deck overlooking the forest. During your stay, you have the chance to meet the local Batwa Pygmy people and learn more about their culture. (BLD)

DAY 7 Bwindi Impenetrable ForestDon your hiking boots and rain gear and get ready to penetrate the “impenetrable forest.” Your expert guide will lead you along the steep jungle trails to meet the habituated gorilla families and learn about the ongoing conservation efforts to protect them. Observe the uncannily human-like primates quietly chew away at the foliage and tenderly groom and discipline their offspring. Tonight, gather around the fire to share your impressions of these gentle primates with your fellow adventurers. (BLD)

DAY 8 Bwindi Impenetrable Forest / DepartBid farewell to your forest friends and travel to Kigali for your onward arrangements. (B)


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» 2 Nights Kibale Forest,

Kyaninga Lodge

» 2 Nights Queen Elizabeth National Park,

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

» 2 Nights Bwindi Impenetrable Forest,

Bwindi Safari Lodge

Memorable Highlights:

» EXPLORE the Kazinga Channel aboard a small

boat in search of pink backed pelicans, saddle

billed storks, buffalo, Nile crocodile and hippo.

» DISCOVER the forest dwelling

indigenous pygmy tribes of Uganda.

» EXPERIENCE the coveted hour with

Uganda’s rare and endangered mountain

gorillas. Watch the family – its dominant

male silverback leader and protector, their

attentive mothers, and playful juveniles

– move through their forest home.

» ENJOY observing the animated

chimpanzees as they traverse the tree

canopy and forage on the forest floor.

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ThE GREAT PYRAMiDS OF GiZA, Aswan’s Temple of Philae, the Valley of the Kings and King Tut’s tomb are just a sampling of the extraordinary World Heritage monuments to Egypt’s ancient royalty that you’ll explore on this exclusive journey. From Cairo to Aswan and throughout your luxurious four-night Nile cruise, you’ll be joined by expert Egyptologists, enlightening you about the mysteries of this ancient cradle of civilization.

DAY 1 Arrive Cairo, EgyptUpon your arrival, you’ll be welcomed and transferred to your luxurious hotel.

DAY 2 CairoYour Egyptologist escorts you to the ancient capital of Memphis. Marvel at the giant Colossus of Ramses II. Visit The Step Pyramid at Sakkara and experience the Great Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza. (BLD)

DAY 3-6 Cairo / Nile CruiseFly off to visit the great temples at Karnak and Luxor and board your luxurious cruise ship for the next four nights. Accompanied by the ship’s expert Egyptologist, you’ll disembark daily to explore the Nile’s multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the Temple of Hathor; the New Kingdom capital of Thebes; the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens; and the temple of Kom Ombo. In Aswan,

visit the High Dam and the ancient Philae Temple and sail aboard a traditional felucca. Return to your ship each afternoon and savor gourmet dinners and Egyptian entertainment. (4B,4L,4D)

DAY 7 Aswan / CairoThis morning, disembark your ship and perhaps take an optional excursion to the temples at Abu Simbel. This afternoon, fly to Cairo and settle into your hotel. A magical sound and light show awaits you at the pyramids. (B)

DAY 8 Cairo / DepartMeet your Egyptologist for further exploration of historic Cairo, including the Citadel and the Egyptian Museum. Enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. Later, transfer to the airport for tomorrow’s departure OR, continue your adventure with the Kenya Explorer on the following page. (BD)

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» 3 Nights Cairo,

Marriott Cairo Hotel and

Omar Khayyam Casino

» 4 Nights Nile River Cruise,

River Tosca


» EXPLORE the Great

Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza,

one of the Seven Wonders

of the Ancient World.

» DISCOVER historic Cairo

and the Mummies Room

at the Egyptian Museum.

» EXPERIENCE the High

Dam in Aswan and sail on a

felucca to a garden island.

» ENJOY gourmet dining

and cruising in luxury on

your four-night Nile Cruise.

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...in Extraordinary Kenya

FOR ThE “OUT OF AFRiCA” ExPERiENCE, immortalized by author Karen Blixen, this traditional safari captures the romance and adventure of Kenya. Game drives and bush walks in the magnificent Masai Mara Reserve and the misty forests of the Aberdare, face-to-face encounters with giraffes and chimpanzees in protected sanctuaries, and dining with a local family are but a few of the kaleidoscope of experiences sure to create photos — and memories to last forever.

DAY 1 Arrive Nairobi, KenyaUpon your flight’s arrival, you’ll be welcomed and driven to your historic hotel.

DAY 2 NairobiVisit “Out of Africa’s” Karen Blixen Museum and the Giraffe Centre. Delight in Kenya’s warm hospitality when you dine with a Kenyan family in their home. (BD)

DAY 3 Nairobi / Aberdare National ParkTravel to the Aberdare National Park for an afternoon bush walk — you may get close to zebras, giraffes and even warthogs. This evening, watch for the wildlife’s nocturnal activity around the saltlick from your ark-style lodging. (BLD)

DAY 4 Aberdare National Park / Mount KenyaRetreat to the exclusive Mount Kenya Safari Club. Stroll the

manicured grounds and enjoy afternoon tea. (BLD)

DAY 5 Mount KenyaVisit the local weavers in Nanyuki on your way to an afternoon safari at the private Sweetwaters Game Reserve. Visit the reserve’s chimpanzee sanctuary. (BLD)

DAY 6-8 Mount Kenya /Masai MaraFly off to the Masai Mara — Kenya’s top game viewing destination and your luxurious tented camp by the Mara River. Join your driver-naturalists for twice-daily game drives and bushwalks to view the Mara’s diverse multitudes of wildlife — search for the Big Five including large numbers of elephant, and be awed by the huge herds of plains game. (3B,3L,3D)

DAY 9 Nairobi / DepartRelish your last game drive before flying back to Nairobi. A dayroom is arranged for you until your transfer to the airport for your onward arrangements. (B)

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» 2 Nights Nairobi,

Fairmont The Norfolk

» 1 Night Aberdare National Park,

The Ark

» 2 Nights Mount Kenya,

Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club


Fairmont Mara Safari Club


» EXPLORE the Masai Mara Reserve

on game drives in search of the

Big Five, huge herds of plains

game and a wealth of birding.

» DISCOVER the pleasures of

bushwalking and getting close to

the wildlife in the Aberdare Forest.

» EXPERIENCE face-time with the

giraffes at Nairobi’s Giraffe Centre.

» ENJOY Kenya’s warm hospitality

as dinner guests of a local family.

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EXPERIENCE Egypt

9 DAYS

LAND + INTERNAL AIR FRoM

$5,965 To

$7,365 PER PERSoN

OFFER CODE: EEY13 Single supplement available.*Surcharges apply Jan 01-05, Mar 25-Apr 06, oct 01-31, Dec 20-31.

DAYS 1-3 Arrive Cairo, Egypt Arrive in Cairo, and spend two days of private sightseeing with your own Egyptologist, including the pyramids at Giza, the Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo. (2B,2L,1D)

DAY 4 LuxorFly to Luxor for a full day exploring the temples of Dendara and Abydos. (BL)

DAYS 5-8 Nile River CruiseCruise the Nile for the next four nights. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Deir el Bahari and the east bank sites at Luxor and Karnak. View the temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo. In Aswan,

visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple. (4B,4L,4D)

DAY 9 Abu Simbel / Cairo / DepartTake a short flight to visit the monuments at Abu Simbel before flying to Cairo; enjoy dinner before departing for your onward arrangements. (BLD)


» 3 Nights Cairo,

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo

at the First Residence

» 1 Night Luxor,

Hotel Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor

» 4 Nights Nile Cruise,

River Tosca

Egypt,Exclusively Yours

ThE MYSTERiOUS world of Egypt’s pharaohs and pantheon of gods comes alive with the ultimate in luxury, service and in-depth insight on this journey through “the cradle of ancient civilization.” Your private Egyptologist will be your personal escort throughout Cairo and the Great Pyramids, and as you sail up the Nile on your elegant cruise ship to visit the river’s great UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Karnak and Aswan.


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EXPERIENCE Rwanda

4 days LAND FRoM

$3,185 To

$3,535 PER PERSoN

OFFER CODE: EMG13 Single supplement available.

DAY 1 Arrive Kigali, Rwanda / Parc National Des VolcansUpon a warm Rwandan welcome and lunch in Kigali, you’ll be transferred to your ecolodge within Parc National Des Volcans. (LD)

DAYS 2-3 Parc National Des VolcansMeet your expert guide to spend a day trekking through the steep muddy forest to observe the habituated gorilla families. During the rest of your stay, choose from a variety of excursions from your lodge: hike to the remains of the late activist Dian Fossey’s Karisoke Center and learn about her work, walk through the forest to view the golden monkeys, meet the children at the Imbabazi Orphanage, climb a volcano or explore Lake Kivu or Lake Bulera. (2B, 2L, 2D)

DAY 4 Kigali / DepartTravel back to Kigali. Visit the market, the Franco-Rwandan cultural center or the genocide memorial until you transfer to the airport for your onward arrangements. (B)


» 3 Nights Parc National Des Volcans,

Virunga Safari Lodge

FOLLOw iN ThE FOOTSTEPS of late activist Dian Fossey and observe the shy “Gorillas in the Mist” on this extraordinary journey into Rwanda’s Virunga Mountains and Parc National Des Volcans. From your ecolodge, with panoramic views of the park’s lakes and volcanoes, trek with expert trackers to view the habituated mountain gorilla families, and opt for various hikes to view golden monkeys in the forest, climb a volcano or meet the children in the local community.

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EXPERIENCE Tanzania

9 DAYS LAND FRoM

$7,335 PER PERSoN

OFFER CODE: ERt13 Single supplement available.*Closed Feb 26 - May 14, 2013

DAY 1 Arrive Arusha, TanzaniaUpon your arrival, you’ll be welcomed and driven to your lodging.

DAYS 2-5 Arusha / Katavi National ParkFly and drive to your en-suite tented camp in Katavi National Park, a huge remote wilderness teeming with wildlife. Join your expert ranger for daily game drives and walking safaris or opt for fly-tent camping. (4B, 4L, 4D)

DAYS 6-8 Katavi / Mahale Mountains National ParkYour adventure continues as you take flight, then sail on a dhow to your next camp in Mahale Mountains National Park overlooking Lake Tanganyika. Take a guided trek through the rain forests to see some of the last remaining wild chimpanzees in Africa as well as fish, snorkel, kayak and dip in the crystal clear lake. (3B, 3L, 3D)

DAY 9 Arusha / DepartFly back to Arusha Airport and relax until your onward flight. (BL)


» 1 Night Arusha,

Arusha Coffee Lodge

» 4 Nights Katavi National Park,

Katuma Bush Lodge

» 3 Nights Mahale Mountains

National Park,

Kungwe Beach Lodge

Remote Tanzania

wiLDLiFE ViEwiNG in Katavi can be described as nothing short of awesome, especially the huge herds of buffalo and countless snorting hippo. At Mahale Mountain National Park, trek through the rainforest to encounter the world’s largest known population of chimpanzees and eight other primate species. Observe man’s closest relatives as they groom, wrestle and forage across the leafy floor; then return to your idyllic lodge to snorkel, fish and explore the crystal waters of Lake Tanganyika.

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Southern Tanzania Selous & Ruaha

EXPERIENCE Tanzania

8 days LAND FRoM

$6,545 To

$8,495 PER PERSoN

OFFER CODE: ESt13 Single supplement available.*Closed Mar 16 - Jun 1, 2013

DAY 1 Arrive Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania / Selous Game ReserveFrom Dar Es Salaam, fly to your safari camp within Selous Game Reserve. (D)

DAYS 2-4 Selous Game ReserveWith expert guided walks, game drives and boat safaris on the many waterways, explore the expansive Selous Game Reserve, home to some 60,000 elephants and over 100,000 buffalos. Boat down the Rufiji River, past some of Africa’s largest crocodile and hippo populations, and enjoy outstanding water birding. (3B, 3L, 3D)

DAYS 5-7 Selous / Ruaha National ParkFly to Ruaha National Park for another untouched wilderness experience. Named for the great Ruaha River, the immense park is truly a natural paradise. With daily expert-guided wildlife viewing, photograph a full gallery of big game, including lions and leopards. For the ultimate adventure, opt for fly-tent camping. (3B, 3L , 3D)

DAY 8 Dar Es Salaam / DepartFly back to Dar es Salaam for your onward arrangements. (B)


» 4 Nights Selous Game Reserve,

Selous Safari Camp

» 3 Nights Ruaha National Park,

Jongomero Camp

FOR ThE MORE discerning safari lover looking for a pure wilderness experience, this journey to Southern Tanzania’s largely untouched parks delivers unmatched wildlife viewing and the untamed ambience of the Africa of generations ago. You’ll enjoy daily game drives, bush walks and river cruises with your expert rangers at prolific Selous Game Reserve, four times the size of the Serengeti, and rugged Ruaha National Park, named for the great Ruaha River that runs through it.



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Your sojourn in the Chyulu Hills at Campi ya Kanzi not only offers you Maasai-led walking safaris and traditional game drives but the opportunity to help the Maasai preserve their wildlife and cultural heritage. Learn about their lifestyle, land and culture and give something back to Africa.

Stretch your legs and explore the most stunning Kenyan landscapes on a fully escorted and serviced walking safari, utilizing fly-tent camps. Camp under the stars nightly, learn tracking techniques, and gain insights into the Maasai culture as you search for the “Big Five.”

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Descend below the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest free standing caldera, to experience one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Your stay at Gibb’s Farm will also include game drives to view the nocturnal fauna at Lake Manyara and visits to the local market in Karatu and the local healer.

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Tanzania

4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS OFFER CODE: ANC13

FRoM

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Kenya

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Witness life in one of the fastest growing business centers in the world. Join a walking tour through the Spice and Gold Souk and visit the Al Fahidi Fort, now the Dubai Museum. Ride aboard an abra (water taxi) along Dubai Creek for a view of traditional wind-tower houses and gleaming modern architecture.

United Arab Emirates3 DAYS, 2 NIGHTS OFFER CODE: ADP13

PARK HYATT DUBAI

$745 To $1,065 PER PERSoN

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Prized for its strategic location, Jordan has endured the presence of numerous civilizations and each has left its historical marks. Highlights of your stay include visiting the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum and Petra, the ancient “rose red city” carved into the cliffs.

Secrets of Jordan

Jordan

7 DAYS, 6 NIGHTS OFFER CODE: ASJ13

FRoM


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Challenge yourself on a trek to reach the 19,343-foot-high summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, one of the world’s seven summits. Your camps are superbly outfitted and your professional guides, porters and cook will make sure you are taken care of, every step of the way. Choose the steeper 8-night Machame Route or the scenic 10-night Lemosho Route.

Tanzania

9-11 DAYS OFFER CODE: AKL13, AKM13 MACHAME CLIMB FRoM

$3,795 PER PERSoN

LEMoSHo CLIMB FRoM

$4,845 PER PERSoN

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Visit this volcanic Indian Ocean island, surrounded by turquoise water, deepening to indigo blue, with palm-canopied beaches of white sand. Whether a romantic escape, a family escape or a respite from the rigors of a long safari, Mauritius is a tropical haven. Includes breakfast and dinner.

Mauritius5 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS OFFER CODE: AMMS13, AMMM13

SHANDRANI RESoRT & SPA*


MARADIVA VILLAS RESoRT & SPA**


*Surcharges apply Jan 01-03, Dec 24-31 with min 5 night stay**Surcharges apply Jan 01-08, Dec 20-31Visit our website for up-to-date pricing and seasonality.

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Magical Mauritius

Iridescent waters and glistening beaches make the Seychelles an ideal post-safari retreat. Visit multiple islands or escape to a secluded spot for your entire stay. Arrangements available in any number of days, as dictated by flight access and schedule.

Garden of EdenSeychelles4-7 NIGHTS OFFER CODE: AGEM13, AGEMD13 MAIA LUXURY RESoRT & SPA


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Set off the coast of Tanzania opposite Dar es Salaam, the exotic island of Zanzibar is still a little-known gem. Your stay includes a choice of style and standard in accommodations, airport transfers, breakfast and dinner daily, and a half- day excursion around the “Spice Island.”

Tanzania4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS OFFER CODE: AEzM13, AEzK13 MATEMWE RETREAT


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Throughout its 36 years of promoting tourism to Africa, African Travel has supported numerous philanthropic programs, all the while creating jobs to alleviate poverty and helping preserve Africa’s wildlife, its key visitor attraction.

The Amy BiehlFoundationCrucial to its ongoing investment in Africa’s future is the company’s support for The Amy Biehl Foundation,

operating programs to empower youth living in the challenged and vulnerable communities within Cape Town since 1997.

Started in memory of young Stanford University student, Amy Biehl, who was killed in an act of political mob violence in 1993, the Amy Biehl Foundation contributes to community building programs and projects to alleviate hiv/aids, poverty, gangs, violence and crime. Now reaching 2,300 children weekly, the foundation teaches literacy, sports, the arts, peer education and essential life skills, helping keep youth off the streets and away from negative influences.

The TreadRight Foundation

African Travel is part of a joint initiative by The Travel Corporation family of brands that collectively support the TreadRight

Foundation, a not for profit that seeks to ensure the destinations we visit remain vibrant for future generations of travelers. To date, TreadRight has committed more than $1.5 million to sustainable tourism initiatives. To learn more about our initiatives please visit www.treadright.org.

Volunteer OpportunitiesUnderstanding that many safari guests want to offer personal support for these causes, African Travel President Jim Holden notes, “We invite all of you to visit one of the foundations’ many dynamic programs during your stay in South Africa.”

African Travel safari specialists can also facilitate those who want to donate their time, expertise, or physical labor to a variety of projects in East and Southern Africa. As part of your personalized African journey, you may wish to spend a few days working in a medical clinic, teaching a class, help build a shelter or school or give a helping hand in an animal orphanage.

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From astonishing archaeological sites and extensive wildlife sanctuaries to magnificent Victoria Falls, this journey beautifully showcases Zimbabwe, the extraordinary land of the “Great Houses of Stone.” Look out for the Big Five as you safari in untamed Hwange National Park and immerse yourself in Zimbabwe’s warm hospitality as you explore its historic towns and villages. Carefully selected accommodations, transportation in top-range vehicles and the services of a highly qualified guide ensure that you travel in absolute comfort and style.

Great Zimbabwe AdventurezIMBABwE

11 DAYS OFFER CODE GGz13Starts Harare: Jan 6, 20; Feb 3, 17; Mar 3, 17, 31; Apr 14, 28; May 12, 26; Jun 9, 23; Jul 7, 21, Aug 4, 18; Sep 1, 15, 29; Oct 13, 27; Nov 10, 24; Dec 8. Call for availability and single supplement.

Itinerary and Accommodations:

» 1 Night Harare,

Crowne Plaza

» 2 Nights Nyanga,

Troutbeck Hotel

» 1 Night Great Zimbabwe,

Lodge at the Ancient City

» 2 Nights Matopos,

Holiday Inn Bulawayo

» 2 Nights Hwange National Park,

Davison’s Camp

» 2 Nights Victoria Falls,

The Kingdom Hotel


» EXPLORE three spectacular

UNESCO World Heritage

Sites — the Matopo Hills,

the ancient ruins of Great

Zimbabwe and Victoria Falls.

» DISCOVER the misty plains

of Nyanga and Mount

Nyangani, Zimbabwe’s

highest mountain.

» ENJOY thrilling game drives

in wildlife-rich Hwange

National Park.

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From Southern Africa’s prolific wildlife parks to its remote beaches, this three-country adventure serves up a thrilling and authentic African experience like no other. Safari in South Africa’s Kruger National Park and iSimangaliso Wetlands Park, Zululand’s Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park and Swaziland’s protected Malolotja Reserve; indulge in fun and sun at a remote beach resort in Mozambique. Wrap up your journey in Cape Town, the beautiful “Mother City” nestled beneath the iconic Table Mountain.

South Africa Bush & BeachSOUtH AFRICA, MOzAMBIQUE, SwAzILAND

13 DAYS OFFER CODE GBB13 JAN 5, 19; FEB 2, 23; MAR 2, 16


SUPPLEMENT

APR13; MAY11; JUN 8; JUL 6; AUG 3, 31; SEP 21


SUPPLEMENT

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SUPPLEMENT

NoV 9, 23, 30


SUPPLEMENT

Internal air additional $720 per person



Protea Hotel Fire & Ice!

Melrose Arch

» 2 Nights Kruger National Park,

Rio Vista Lodge

» 2 Nights Mozambique,

Tartaruga Maritima Luxury

Tented Camp

» 2 Nights St. Lucia,

Umkhumbi Lodge

» 2 Nights Swaziland,

Hawane Lodge


Protea Hotel President


» EXPLORE Kruger National

Park, seeking out the Big Five

with your expert rangers.

» DISCOVER the white rhino

in Zululand and view wildlife

from platforms in the

canopy in tiny Swaziland.

» ENJOY your distinctive

accommodations, each

promising great service with

all the amenities.

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F o r A D e ta i l e d It i n e r a ry, P l e a s e Vi s i t A f r i c a n Tr av e l I n c . c o m

$4,595 PER PERSoNDoUBLE


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For those looking to share your African journey with like-minded travelers, check out these specially-selected small group departures running on specific dates with optimum wildlife viewing in mind. For detailed itineraries, visit AfricanTravelInc.com or call 800-421-8907 to check availability.

Join this classic overland safari visiting a kaleidoscope of Kenya’s most popular game parks, rich in wildlife, magnificent scenery and captivating culture. Thrill to morning and afternoon game drives with expert trackers as you collect a gallery of photos of the Big Five and countless species of birds. Overlooking panoramic landscapes or wildlife waterholes, your comfortable lodges and traditional tented camps are ideally located in prime viewing areas. Enjoy traditional sundowners, delicious outdoor meals and plenty of stargazing beneath the African skies.

Kenya KaleidoscopeKENYA

8 DAYS OFFER CODE GKK13Starts Nairobi every Tuesday. Call for availability,

seasonality and single supplement.


» 1 Night Nairobi,

Sarova Stanley Hotel

» 2 Nights Shaba Game Reserve,

Sarova Shaba Lodge

» 1 Night Mount Kenya,

Serena Mountain Lodge

» 1 Night Lake Nakuru

National Park,

Sarova Lion Hill Lodge


Sarova Mara Game Camp


» EXPLORE the grand

Masai Mara, a World

Heritage Site and Kenya’s

top wildlife destination.

» DISCOVER shimmering

Lake Nakuru, lined with

pink flamingos, pelicans

and marabou storks.

» ENJOY Samburu dancers and

fantastic wildlife viewing in

Shaba Game Reserve —

Born Free Country.

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*Similar accommodations may be substituted, depending on availability.

Get ready for an extraordinary journey and multicultural experience on this off-the-beaten path safari through Tanzania’s prolific game parks. Seek out the Big Five with expert rangers on game drives within Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Parks; hike near the Empakai Crater; and visit Olduvai Gorge, “the cradle of mankind.” Along the way, you’ll interact with the local Maasai people, mingle with villagers at the local markets and join the nomadic Wahadzabe hunters as they search for food.

Tanzania Wildlife SafaritANz ANIA

12 DAYS $5,395 PER PERSoNDoUBLE

OFFER CODE Gtw13Starts Arusha: Jan 1, 15, 29; Feb 12, 26; Mar 12; May 1, 21; Jun 4,18; Jul 2,16, Aug 6, 20; Sep 3, 17; Oct 1,15; Nov 5,19; Dec 3, 17. Call for availability and single supplement.


» 1 Night Arusha,

Olasiti Lodge

» 2 Nights Tarangire

National Park,

Maramboi Tented Camp

» 2 Nights Lake Eyasi,

Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp

» 2 Nights Ngorongoro Area,

Ngorongoro Farm House

» 4 Nights Serengeti

National Park,

Private Mobile Camp


» EXPLORE the Ngorongoro

Crater, the world’s largest

free standing caldera.

» DISCOVER Serengeti

National Park, the most

likely place in Eastern Africa

to see the annual Great

Migration of wildebeest.

» ENJOY a combination of

ideally situated permanent

and mobile tented camps

and small lodges.

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FRoM

$2,695 To $3,295


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Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness RetreatWestern Cape, South Africa

In the heart of Rooibos country, this award-winning wilderness and wellness haven offers 16 rooms and suites with private terraces and sweeping views of the Cederberg Mountains. Enjoy organic gourmet cuisine and acclaimed wines.

Davinci Hotel and SuitesJohannesburg, South Africa

This artistic hotel with 166 elegantly decorated rooms and 54 luxury suites is centrally located and convenient to fashionable shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Take advantage of the infinity pool and world class spa.

The ArkAberdare National Park, Kenya

Overlooking a waterhole and saltlick attracting a wealth of wildlife, this ark-like lodge has 60 comfortable “cabin-style” rooms. Nighttime observation is especially exciting; a buzzer rings in guest rooms when special animals are in sight! Newly refurbished!

African Pride 15 on OrangeCape Town, South Africa

Set in the elegant suburb of Gardens at the foot of Table Mountain, this 129-room hotel is known for its extraordinary guest services and bold decor. Indulge in its pool, spa and fine restaurant.

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54 on BathJohannesburg, South Africa

Providing a distinctive guest experience, this new deluxe boutique hotel in Johannesburg’s upscale Rosebank suburb boasts 60 deluxe and 12 executive rooms, a fine restaurant and easy access to shopping and entertainment.

Gibb’s FarmNgorongoro Crater Highlands, Tanzania

Surrounded by coffee plantations, this charming historical inn with 17 richly-appointed cottages provides an ideal sanctuary while on safari. Explore the meticulous gardens and farm; then indulge in an organic spa treatment.

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The Hide Safari CampHwange National Park, Zimbabwe

This superbly located camp has earned its reputation as a consummate safari destination, for both the exceptional wildlife experience and the hospitality it offers. From each of the 10 beautifully appointed tented suites, guests can view the wildlife gathering by the waterhole day or night from their private decks.

Kapama KarulaKapama Private Reserve, South Africa

Retreat to “the place of peace,” a contemporary camp overlooking the perennial Klaserie River. Its 10 standard and superior suites and two secluded tents are tastefully furnished and luxuriously equipped with all the comforts of home.

Kilindi Zanzibar Zanzibar, Tanzania

Snorkel, sail and luxuriate at the mesmerizing Kilindi Zanzibar featuring 15 eastern-styled domed villas on the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Dine alfresco along the long white sand beaches and rejuvenate in your own private plunge pool.

Kariega Main LodgeKariega Game Reserve, South Africa

Experience a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in this superb lodge comprised of 21 log chalets with large private viewing decks. Seek abundant wildlife on walking safaris, boat cruises and game drives.

Kyambura Gorge Safari LodgeQueen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda

The exclusive lodge with gorgeous canyon and savannah views boasts six luxuriously-appointed chalets nestled into the hillside. It’s a perfect gateway to chimpanzee trekking, for which the gorge is famous.

Lewa Safari CampLewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya

An award-winning camp in a wildlife rich conservancy offering spectacular views of Mt. Kenya and the surrounding area featuring lovely gardens, a swimming pool and 12 thatched-roof en suite tents with verandahs.

These hotels, lodges and camps are a sampling of African Travel’s esteemed partners. Chosen for their prime location, exemplary service and excellent facilities, these accommodations represent the quality you can expect with African Travel.

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Mara BushtopsMasai Mara, Kenya

This solar-powered luxury camp provides the ultimate safari experience. Its hilltop location affords breathtaking views from the 13 spacious tents, each with its own private deck equipped with a telescope and hot tub.

Maramboi Tented CampManyara-Tarangire Corridor, Tanzania

With excellent wildlife viewing and birdwatching, stunning vistas of Manyara National Park and the Rift Valley, and a chance to mingle with the neighboring Maasai tribes, this splendid safari camp features 30 spacious tents and rooms, all with private verandahs.

Maia Luxury Resort & Spa Mahe, Seychelles

Pamper yourself with unsurpassed service at this luxurious island resort on a private peninsula overlooking secluded Anse Louis beach. Nestled amongst the award winning, lush tropical gardens are 30 spacious villas with uninterrupted ocean views.

Lion Sands River LodgeSabi Sands Reserve, South Africa

Rejuvenate at this welcoming lodge featuring 20 luxury thatched-roofed rooms. With your own private viewing deck overlooking the rambling Sabie River, you won’t have to go far to view the wildlife and drink in the grand landscapes.

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Olakira CampSerengeti National Park, Tanzania

Moving throughout the southern and northern Serengeti National Park depending on the migration patterns of the wildlife, this intimate fully-serviced mobile tented camp immerses you in the authentic African safari experience.

Oude Werf Hotel Stellenbosch, South Africa

In the heart of the Cape Winelands lies this historic 50-room Georgian style hotel. Sophistically outfitted with modern conveniences and a fine dining restaurant, this is an ideal base for exploring.


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The Royal Livingstone HotelLivingstone, Zambia

On the shores of the Zambezi River, steps from the mighty Victoria Falls, this 5-star hotel offers 173 guest rooms with private verandahs, swimming pool and spa, and fine restaurants.

Photos: Lion Sands River Lodge courtesy of Lion Sands River Lodge; Olakira Camp courtesy of Asilia; Oude Werf: Peter Malbie; The Royal Livingstone Hotel courtesy of Sun International; Savuti Camp: Dana Allen; Tarangire Treetops courtesy of Elewana Collection

Savuti CampLinyanti, Botswana

The seven raised en-suite tents making up this intimate camp face the Savute Channel with front row viewing to a myriad of aquatic life and abundant game. Enjoy a dip in the camp’s plunge pool between wildlife activities.

Tarangire TreetopsTarangire, Tanzania

This magical treehouse lodge with 20 spacious suites perched high among the baobabs presents an unforgettable experience in the bush. View elephants roaming the plains from your private balcony and watch the wildlife at the waterhole while you dine.

Tribe Nairobi, Kenya

This luxury hotel, convenient to shopping and recreation, presents a chic character in its 137 rooms and suites, restaurant and spa. Decorated with African art and furnishings, it’s a cultural experience ensconced in modern comfort.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and SpaCape Town, South Africa

The leading Spa Resort with 70 luxury rooms and suites is idyllically situated overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by the wilderness trails of Table Mountain National Park. A perfect retreat for exploring the Cape Peninsula.

The Oyster BoxUmhlanga Rocks, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Standing majestically on Umhlanga’s beachfront overlooking the Indian Ocean & the iconic lighthouse, The Oyster Box is the ultimate in colonial charm and style. Stay in one of 86 luxurious rooms and suites, choose one of our perfect venues for fine-dining, cocktails or a light meal or indulge yourself at The Spa.

These hotels, lodges and camps are a sampling of African Travel’s esteemed partners. Chosen for their prime location, exemplary service and excellent facilities, these accommodations represent the quality you can expect with African Travel.

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How to BookContact your professional travel agent.Reservations: Should be made well in advance as lodges are limited in size, and some sell out. To assure your first choice of accommodation, early reservation is advised.Deposit: A deposit equal to 20% of your total trip cost is required to book your space. If departure date is within 65 days, full payment will be required to book your space.Final Payment: Full and final payment is due 65 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Conditions and Chargesa) 20% of total trip cost is forfeited for cancellation made 66 days or more before departure.*

b) 50% of total trip cost is forfeited for cancellations made between 65 and 30 days before departure.*

c) 100% of total trip cost is forfeited for cancellations made 29 or fewer days before departure.

*Plus applicable third party charges.

In some instances, lost and/or unused airline tickets are not refundable or replaceable. We recommend you obtain “trip cancellation” insurance.

Included in Tour PriceAccommodations: As specified in the itinerary, or similar, will be provided in hotels, lodges and camps, based on two persons sharing a room with private bath or shower. We may substitute hotels, camps, and lodges when we consider necessary or appropriate. Service charges and taxes are included for all accommodations.Single Accommodations: If available, are at additional cost, as indicated in the programs. For those traveling alone who want to share a room, we will try to fulfill your request. If a single room is utilized due to unavailability of a roommate, or roommate cancellation, the single room supplement will be charged. Please note our tours are based on a minimum of two passengers.Meals: are provided as specified in each program. (B)=Full American Breakfast, (L)=Table d’hote lunch, (D)=Table d’hote dinner.Transfers: between airports, rail stations, motorcoach terminals and hotels are provided, when specified. Transfers include up to two pieces of luggage per person. Airlines may be more restrictive as to luggage they allow and you are also subject to their restriction.Sightseeing: as specified in each itinerary. We try to use the most modern, comfortable transportation available in the locality, with English speaking drivers/guides.Airline Baggage Limits: Airlines limit the number, size (dimensions) and weight of baggage. These limits vary between airlines, countries, domestic or international flights, airplane size and type, and other factors, and their limits can change any time. You must check with the air carriers in your itinerary for current baggage restrictions. On small chartered flights within Africa, additional luggage restrictions apply. Details are stated in the tour documents.Baggage: On Wing Safari, you are permitted one soft-sided bag, weighing no more than the limit stated in your tour documents. The weight limit will be set at 44 lbs. or lower, and the limit may be as low as 25 lbs., depending on aircraft type and destination. Passenger is responsible to arrange and pay to store excess baggage. Luggage and personal effects are at owner’s risk throughout travel.Tour Planning: Tour planning, preparation, marketing and operational costs are included in the tour price. These prices are based on tariffs, taxes and rates of exchange in effect at the time of printing. African Travel reserves the right to increase tour prices due to changes in tariffs, taxes or exchange rates.Revisions To Itinerary: A fee of $100 will be charged for a revision to a confirmed itinerary.Late Booking Fee: A fee for additional communications and expedited mail costs will be charged when applicable.

Not Included in Tour PriceLand Only prices do not include airfares, costs to obtain passports, visas, inoculations, excess baggage charges, all items of a personal nature such as drinks, snacks, laundry, phone calls and cables, internet, meals not specified in the itinerary, medicines, personal and baggage insurance, local airport taxes and tips to waiters, hotel staff, game rangers and sightseeing drivers and guides. These are examples of non-included items, and are not an exhaustive list.Gratuities: Tips to tour guides, waiters, hotel staff, baggage handling and game rangers are not included and are at the tour participant’s discretion.

Prices quoted are based on costs, charges, tariffs, rates, prices, taxes, levies, exchange rates and other considerations at the date of printing this brochure or the date of the price quote. These and any other taxes and fees are subject to change until the time of purchase. All of these are subject to

change. For up-to-date pricing contact your travel agent. No surcharge regarding cost or currency fluctuations will be made to a LAND only price after the deposit is received. This excludes potential fuel surcharges, taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or its agencies and also airport taxes. No refund will be made if costs are reducedRefunds: Applications for refunds must be made in writing to African Travel within 30 days of tour termination. There is no refund for missed meals or services, absence from all or part of the tour, for any number of consecutive or non-consecutive days, or unused hotel accommodations.Visa/Inoculations: Visa and immunization requirements vary from country to country. Up-to-date information should be obtained from your local health department and consulate. Visas are required for most areas in the tour programs. You should obtain this information from your local consulates.Guests with Disabilities: African Travel welcomes guests with special needs or disabilities. Guest must inform us in advance, as early as possible, of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodating. We will make reasonable modifications to our policies, practices and procedures when necessary, unless doing so will fundamentally alter the nature of the services.

Guest must ensure you are medically and physically able to travel. African Travel may impose safety requirements. We may exclude from participating in travel or from any activity, an individual whose participation poses a direct threat to health or safety of others that cannot be eliminated by a reasonable modification of our policies, practices or procedures or by the provision of auxiliary aids and services. A decision to exclude an individual will be based on an individualized assessment based on reasonable judgment that relies on current medical evidence or the best available objective evidence to determine the nature, duration and severity of the risk, probability that potential injury will occur and whether reasonable modifications of policies, practices or procedures will lower the risk.

African Travel does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as eating, toileting or dressing). A traveler who requires services of a personal nature (eating, toileting or dressing, as examples) should consider bringing a companion to provide the assistance and understand that other travelers and staff will not be available for such purpose.

We do not employ or provide medical personnel. Any needed medical attention must be sought at a local facility, if available, at guest’s expense. African Travel is not responsible or liable for loss or cost incurred due to unavailability of medical services, or medical services obtained while on vacation, or level of care or services received.

Some guided vacations can include rough terrain, walking over unpaved or uneven pavement, steps and locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair.

For various parts of the travel, arrangements are made with carriers, hotels and other independent suppliers. They are independent entities which African Travel does not control. We cannot assure disability access or accommodations outside the United States.

Limits of responsibility: African Travel, Glendale, California, USA, your travel agent, tour operators and subcontractors of services act only as agents for the supplier regarding your travel, whether by plane, car, motorcoach, ship, railroad or other transportation mode, and shall not be liable for injury, damage, loss, additional expense, accident, delay, schedule change or other irregularity. Any of these may occur, whether due to use of or defect in a vehicle, act of war, insurrection, civil uprising, military action, strike, weather, disaster, terrorist act, act of god, act of government, or other act or incident or occurrence or omission, in either the country of origin, destination, area of passage or elsewhere, or for other reason, or due to acts or default of any company or person involved in arranging the tour. All such injury, damage, loss, additional expense, accident, delay, schedule change or other irregularity will be at the risk and cost of the guest. Changes: african travel reserves the right to make adjustments to the itinerary and/or to cancel any tour prior to departure, and shall have no liability whatsoever from or relating to such adjustments or cancellation.African travel shall not be responsible for loss or damage to luggage, before, during or after the tour.Airline Contract: The passenger contract in use by airlines is the sole contract between the airline and the purchaser of the ticket. Airline prices are based on prices in effect prior to or at the time of printing this document or at the time of the price quote, inclusive of fuel surcharges and other airline, airport and related charges and taxes, and are subject to change without notice until the time of purchase.

Additional RisksDuring your participation in an African Travel tour, additional risks and dangers may arise including, but not limited to, hazards of traveling in undeveloped areas, travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft and other means of conveyance, forces of nature, political unrest, other unrest, hazardous local customs and practices, differing levels of sanitation, differing standards of safety, risks associated with water, food, plants, insects and differing animal regulation, accident or illness in areas lacking means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities, and acts of national and local governments.

You are voluntarily participating in these activities with the knowledge that there are significant dangers involved, and hereby agree to accept any risks.

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This release of liability and assumption of risk agreement is entered into on behalf of you and all members of your family and party, including minors accompanying you. This agreement also binds your heirs, legal representatives and assigns.

If any portion of this Agreement is unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect.

Any litigation involving this contract, any of our brochures or any aspect of your trip can be brought only in a court of competent jurisdiction in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, USA, and California law (applicable to relationships and acts and omissions occurring entirely within California and thus without regard for California’s principles of conflicts of law and/or principles for applying law of other states or nations) will apply to any and all such disputes.

Passengers who purchase from within California: This transaction is covered by the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund (TCRF) if the passenger is located in California at the time of payment. Eligible passengers may file a claim with TCRF if the passenger is owed a refund of more than $50 for transportation or travel services which the seller of travel failed to forward to a proper provider or such money was not refunded to you when required. The maximum amount which may be paid by the TCRF to any one passenger is the total amount paid on behalf of the passenger to the seller of travel, not to exceed $15,000. A claim must be submitted to the TCRF within 12 months after the scheduled completion date of the travel. A claim must include sufficient documentation to prove your claim and a $35 processing fee. Claimants must agree to waive their right to other civil remedies against a registered participating seller of travel for matters arising out of a sale for which you file a TCRF claim. You may request a claim form by writing to: Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation, P.O. Box 6001, Larkspur, CA 94977-6001; or by faxing a request to: (213) 897-8846.Passengers purchasing from outside of California: This transaction is not covered by the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund.

This business is a participant in United States Tour Operator’s Association’s (USTOA) Consumer Protection Deposit Plan. You may make a claim to this Plan if you are owed a refund. The Plan covers losses for transportation or travel services that were not delivered or not refunded when required. A passenger may make a claim against the plan within 12 months from when the passenger learns of the loss. USTOA’s total liability for all possible consumer claims from this seller of travel’s customers is limited to $1,000,000. To obtain information on how to make a claim against the plan, the passenger should contact USTOA at 275 Madison Ave., Suite 2014, New York, NY 10016, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their web site at www.ustoa.com. The maximum amount of any claim you, the passenger, can make against the plan is the total amount you have paid to date for this trip.

Financial Protection US $20Million Your Piece Of Mind GuaranteeThe traveling public has always been concerned about the protection of their advanced bookings. As an additional part of our commitment to providing customers with peace of mind in all dealings with African Travel, Travcorp Financial Services Limited provides a guarantee of $20 million in respect of all customers travelling with African Travel.

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