Past Tailormade African Safaris

05 September 2010

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a member of our &Beyond team and driven with fellow guests to House of Waine.

Indulge at the House of Waine for 2 night/s in a room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes breakfast.

House of Waine at a glance…
• 11 individually styled suites
• Beautiful and tranquil vistas
• Superb cuisine and a heated swimming pool
• Excursions to a giraffe centre, Nairobi National Park and a wildlife sanctuary

Nestled in the leafy surrounds of Karen Forest is the elegant House of Waine – a fine establishment which provides its guests with a tranquil atmosphere and superb accommodation. Its 11 suites are individually styled and feature a large marble ensuite bathroom (with a separate shower and bath), satellite television, personal bar and mini safe.

House of Waine offers a variety of delectable dishes (served in various locations on the property), which reflects the diversity of flavours found in Nairobi. There are also two bars, which are exclusively for the use of guests, and a welcoming heated swimming pool. Must-see attractions include a visit to The Matbronze Art Gallery and Foundry, The Giraffe Centre – to hand feed giraffes and for nature walks, the Daphne Sheldrick Wildlife Sanctuary – where you can interact with (and perhaps adopt) elephants and rhinos as well as the renowned Nairobi National Park.

Enjoy dinner (drinks for own account) at the Carnivore Restaurant

06 September 2010

Depart House of Waine for an exhilarating half day Nairobi city tour

07 September 2010

You will be collected at House of Waine and driven with fellow guests to Wilson Airport for your SafariLink Aviation flight from Wilson Airport to Masai Mara Airstrip.

Experience 3 night/s at &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Masai Mara Tented Camp in a luxury Safari tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes three meals daily, tea, coffee and scheduled activities and park fees.

&Beyond Kichwa at a glance
• 40 Hemingway-style ensuite safari tents (28 classic safari tents and 12 luxury tents)
• Swimming pool with Mara views
• Well-stocked Safari Shop
• Twice-daily game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles
• 2009 – Kichwa Tembo listed in Condé Nast Traveler US Gold List of the World’s Best Places to Stay (Africa & Middle East category)
• 2009 – Kichwa Tembo guide James Kipiko named the Mara Conservancy’s Most Responsible Safari Guide

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Masai Mara Tented Camp is known as Kenya’s best loved safari camp. Forty spacious Hemingway-style safari tents (28 classic safari tents and 12 luxury tents) with ensuite bathrooms and private verandas afford views over either the magnificent grasslands or the Sabaringo River. There is a generously-sized swimming pool from which guests can watch game while cooling off. Guest areas include a convivial bar and dining room, and a well-stocked Safari Shop.

Kichwa Tembo is renowned for its gracious teams of Kenyan staff whose warm welcome, charming service and effortless energy delight guests from all over the world. Buffet tables groaning with delicious Pan African dishes and salads freshly picked from the Camp’s shamba (traditional vegetable garden) greet guests at every meal.

09 September 2010

Depart for a memorable Ballooning Safari.

10 September 2010

You will be transferred to the airstrip for your SafariLink Aviation flight from Masai Mara Airstrip to Wilson Airport. You will be met on arrival and assisted onto your Air Kenya / Safari link flight from Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro International airport where you will connect onto a Tanganyika Flying Company flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Kogatende Airstrip.

Experience 2 night/s at &Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas in a Bedouin style tent with ensuite bathroom with outside bucket shower. Your stay includes three meals daily, scheduled activities, laundry, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and park fees.

&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas at a glance…
• 2 intimate camps of just 8 ensuite safari tents each
• Hot bucket outdoor showers
• Hosted by expert &Beyond guides
• Twice-daily game drives in semi-open 4x4 safari vehicles
• Available on a nightly basis2
• 2008 – Included in AA Green Rooms book of 100 eco-friendly and ethical places around the world

&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas reaches far beyond the bounds of the traditional Tanzanian safari – the sumptuously luxurious tented, seasonal camps move around the Serengeti year round, bringing guests within range of the Great Migration. When the Migration crosses over into Kenya, the camps remain in the remote, beautiful corners of the Serengeti, renowned for excellent resident game. The two intimate camps feature just eight ensuite safari tents each, carefully positioned in exclusive semi-permanent campsites in the Serengeti National Park. Booked on a nightly basis, each luxury ensuite mobile tent boasts a comfortable double bed, ensuite bathroom, separate w.c. and bucket shower – this is the ultimate in luxury camping.

The guest areas comprise comfortable tents for dining, meeting for a pre-dinner drink, or just for whiling the time away between safaris – complete with private butler service, delicious home-baked meals, and traditional bush dinners served under the stars.

12 September 2010

You will be transferred to the airstrip for your Tanganyika Flying Company flight from Kogatende Airstrip to Zanzibar Airport. Upon arrival at Zanzibar International Airport, you will be welcomed by a member of our &Beyond team and driven to Diamonds La Gemma Dell ’ Est.

Unwind for 5 night/s at Gemma Dell'Est in a deluxe room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes three meals daily at the main restaurant, snacks & afternoon tea at the beach bar, soft drinks, house wine, local beer, juices, long drinks & cocktails served at the beach bar, soft drinks, beer, house wine, spirits, aperitifs & cocktails served at the sundowners bar, soft drinks, beer & water in room fridge, daily recreational programme, beach volley ball, football, evening entertainment, sun umbrellas, deck chairs, sun beds and beach towels.

Gemma Dell’Est at a glance…
• A variety of luxury rooms, suites and villas
• Spectacular ocean and sunset vistas
• A wide variety of superb menus, a large swimming pool and an outdoor gym
• PADI affiliated dive centre, hobby cat, windsurfing and island excursions

Located on the northern shores of magical Zanzibar, nestled amidst tropical gardens and waterfalls, is the superlative Gemma Dell’Est. Here, guests can experience a truly unique Zanzibar experience – topped off with unrivalled service, beautiful accommodation and spectacular ocean sunsets. A variety of spacious rooms and suites, all with dramatic ocean and sunset views, are available to suit each guest’s requirements. All rooms have ceiling fans, air conditioning, satellite television, personal bar, a lovely ensuite bathroom and a private terrace.

Guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to the wide variety of fine dining at the hotel. From an al fresco pizzeria to freshly caught seafood and oriental flavours – there’s something to suit all taste buds. Gemma Dell’Est also provides a range of activities, which include a PADI affiliated dive centre for an assortment of under water activities, sailing, canoeing, an outdoor gymnasium, boat cruises and island excursions.

17 September 2010

You will be collected at Diamonds La Gemma Dell ’ Est and driven to Zanzibar Airport.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

19 July 2010

You will be met upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by an &Beyond representative who will assist you onto your scheduled road transfer to the House of Waine.

In: 19 July 2010 Out: 20 July 2010
Indulge at the House of Waine for one night in a room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes breakfast.

20 July 2010

Today you depart the house with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to Wilson airport. Here you will connect on your scheduled SafariLink flight departing at 10h00 and arriving at Kichwa airstrip at 11h00. An &Beyond representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip for your road transfer to Bateleur Camp ( approx 30 min game drive)

In: 20 July 2010 Out: 23 July 2010
Experience four nights at &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Masai Mara Tented Camp in a luxury Safari tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes three meals daily, tea, coffee and scheduled activities and park fees.

Morning and afternoon game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, birdwatching and daily lectures by a Maasai naturalist. Optional excursions at an additional cost include night game-drives on the lodge’s private concession, guided walking trails up and along the Oloololo escarpment, a Maasai community visit, sundowners at a location with spectacular views across the Mara and hot air ballooning.

23 July 2010

Today you depart the camp with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will connect on your scheduled SafariLink flight departing at 11h00 and arriving at Wilson airport at 12h15. An &Beyond representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip for your road transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ( approx 1 hour)

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Thursday 15 Jul 2010

Light aircraft transfer from MUB to Kalahari Plains Camp.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Kalahari Plains Camp
Room : Tented Room

Dates : Check in : 15 Jul 2010
Check out: 18 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, accommodation, twice daily scheduled camp activities, local drinks and park fees.

Kalahari Plains Camp is situated in a remote part of the diverse and productive Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) and offers some of the best summer wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa. Located in the Kalahari Desert biome in the central part of Botswana, this reserve is the largest conservation area in this country and at 5 million hectares (12 million acres), one of the largest in the world.

The camp is beautifully situated on an immense pan and comprises 10 en-suite canvas units with a sleep-out above each one from which to enjoy the night skies. The main area with lounge, dining area and central bar also has a swimming pool and deck area. The tents and main area are all raised off the ground to catch the breeze and take in the sweeping, spacious views across the Kalahari. Solar power provides electricity and hot water – making this camp 100% solar-powered – and innovative insulated canvas walls and roof keep the temperatures inside the units comfortable.

Thanks to the diversity of habitats, healthy game populations move through the area and are present to a greater or lesser degree all year long. But it is the summer months (end-November to April) with the advent of their rains that the desert truly comes to life. Short grasses sprout in the pan systems and fossil riverbeds and plains game such as springbok, gemsbok and wildebeest converge in their hundreds and thousands here to feed. This of course attracts predators such as lion and cheetah; in fact the abundance of game at this time of the year also leads to thrilling lion and cheetah hunts to be seen. During winter, the Kalahari is typically a dry desert-type system, with general game still easily seen including gemsbok, springbok, red hartebeest and steenbok as well as their predators such as lion, one of the highest concentrations of cheetah in southern Africa, leopard, brown hyaena and even caracal.

Guided game drives unlock the fascinating wildlife treasures found in this wonderful area. Kalahari Plains offers an interpretive "Bushman Walk" where guests gain life-changing insights into the unique culture of this fascinating people.

Kalahari Plains is easily combined with the Okavango Delta and Linyanti regions to provide a comprehensive Botswana experience – and in summer it is simply unbeatable as a wildlife destination.

Sunday 18 Jul 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Kalahari Plains Camp to Vumbura Plains.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Vumbura Plains
Room : Tented Room

Dates : Check in : 18 Jul 2010
Check out: 21 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Vumbura Plains (pronounced Vumbera) Camp is a luxury tented camp situated to the north of Mombo, in a private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve in the extreme north of the Okavango Delta. The Vumbura Reserve offers both land and water activities in a park that has a wonderful variety of habitats and a great diversity of wildlife. The reserve offers an enormous traversing area of close on 130,000 acres. The main activity at Vumbura Plains is game viewing in diverse and scenic countryside. Open 4x4 Land Rovers and walks enable game viewing in the savannah and woodland areas. The Vumbura area is possibly the only area in the Okavango where one can see Red Lechwe (an animal that inhabits the fringes of the waterways) and a Sable antelope (an animal that enjoys the dry countryside) on the same game drive. Add in Lion, Leopard, Elephant, cheetah and Buffalo along with all the plains animals and one has an excellent all round wildlife experience in a remote and private part of the Okavango. Birding too is great with large varieties and quantities. Walks, mokoros and boating give Vumbura Plains’ guests the opportunity to enjoy Africa from a different perspective.
Vumbura Plains comprises of 2 x 14 bedded camps linked by raised boardwalks and each has its own dining, lounge and bar area although all 28 beds or parts thereof can be utilised for larger parties. All 14 of the luxury tented rooms are raised off the ground on wooden platforms with walkways connecting them to the main living areas. Each tented room has a large, very comfortable bedroom, a lounge, a "sala" and en-suite facilities with a shower, bath, a flush toilet and an outdoor shower under the stars. Each room also has its own plunge pool. The main dining, lounge and pub area are also raised off the ground and are tucked beneath a canopy of cool, shady, indigenous trees with a wonderful vista across the floodplains. Access into this area is only by aircraft and then by vehicle to camp.

Wednesday 21 Jul 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Vumbura Plains to Jao Camp.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Jao Camp
Room : Tented Room

Dates : Check in : 21 Jul 2010
Check out: 24 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Jao Camp has nine spacious, beautiful tents, each individually handcrafted. These twin-bedded canvas and thatched rooms are situated beneath a canopy of shady trees and have en-suite facilities, as well as an outdoor shower for the more adventurous. Built on raised decks, each has a private sala for afternoon siestas and offers wonderful views of the spectacular surrounding floodplains of Botswana. In addition to the lounge and dining area, there are two plunge pools and an outdoor boma for dining under the stars, complemented by wines from an excellent wine cellar. Jao Camp also has a spa where a wide range of massage therapies are offered.

Mekoro, boat trips, fishing, nature walks (which must be requested prior to travel), day and night game drives and birding are usually on offer all year round due to the abundance of wildlife in Botswana. There are two platform hides in the concession. During an unusually high flood season, game drives begin by boating out to a nearby Hunda Island where the vehicles are waiting, and the drive begins from there. Huge herds of red lechwe can be seen, followed by their primary predator - prides of lion. Other game typical of Botswana include elephant, buffalo, leopard, tsessebe, zebra and wildebeest, hippo and crocodile. Many bird species are resident such as Meyer's Parrot, African Harrier Hawk, Black egret, Coppery-tailed Coucal, Malachite Kingfisher, Hamerkop and Black Crake being some of the avian treasures found at Jao Camp.

Saturday 24 Jul 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Jao Camp to Mombo Camp.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Mombo Camp
Room : Tented Room

Dates : Check in : 24 Jul 2010
Check out: 27 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Mombo Camp is situated on Mombo Island, adjoining the northern tip of Chief’s Island, and is within the Moremi Game Reserve in northern Botswana. The camp offers abundant wonderful wildlife viewing, arguably, year round the best wildlife viewing in Botswana. The highlight here is the concentrations of plains animals and all the predators – including the big cats! Lion sightings are particularly good. Mombo is built under the shade of some large shady trees and overlooks a wonderful floodplain that teems with wildlife. The camp has 9 comfortably furnished, luxurious tents, raised off the ground. The guest’s rooms and the walkways that connect the rooms to the living area are up to 2m off the ground, allowing animals to wander freely through and under the camp – but at the same time allowing for guest safety. The canvas rooms are spacious and well appointed and have en-suite facilities under canvas and an additional outdoor shower for those who enjoy a shower under the stars. The dining room, pub and living area overlook the open plain in front of the camp and there is a plunge pool. Activities at Mombo include morning and afternoon game drives in open 4x4 vehicles. The wildlife viewing in the area is excellent and guests can see lion, leopard, large herds of buffalo, wild dog, elephant, rhino, hyaena, giraffe, wildebeest and zebra. Access into this area is only by aircraft.

Tuesday 27 Jul 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Mombo Camp to BBK.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Muchenje Safari Lodge
Room : Standard Room

Dates : Check in : 27 Jul 2010
Check out: 30 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, local drinks and daily game activities

Muchenje Safari Lodge, on the border of the renowned Chobe National Park, is set on an escarpment edge with breathtaking views over the Caprivi Strip. Muchenje is the only lodge to be found in this area, offering a unique wilderness experience and uninhibited game viewing. 10 twin-bedded, thatched, en suite chalets are sited on the escarpment edge, each with its own balcony and unique view. The chalets are exquisitely furnished and great care has been taken to create the unique African "ambience". The thatched main lodge includes a dining area, lounge, bar, reception and game viewing platform overlooking the waterhole. The swimming pool, built amongst natural rock formations, takes full advantage of the African vista and provides a tranquil setting for guests to relax during the heat of the day. Activities include game drives, night drives, bush walks, motorboat excursions, Cultural visit to Muchenje village and school; also fishing can be aranged by prior arrangement only.

Friday 30 Jul 2010

Light aircraft transfer from BBK to LVI.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Tuesday 22 June 2010

Flight from Jo'burg to Kilimanjaro via NBO, return to Jo'burg via NBO on Kenya Airways
Full Airport Taxes are included
Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha, one way

Accommodation at The Arusha Hotel in a Standard Room on a Bed and Breakfast basis for 1 night
In : Tuesday 22-Jun-2010 Out : Wednesday 23-Jun-2010

A sparkling renaissance of its former self, The Arusha Hotel is a unique 5-star hospitality experience in Northern Tanzania. Immaculate decor and meticulous attention to detail, combined with a level of style and service synonymous with a bygone era, have all gone to create a sophisticated oasis within this bustling tourist and business town.

The Arusha Hotel offers 62 elegantly furnished Standard Rooms with standard air-conditioning, wireless internet, satellite television, beverage making facilities, direct dial telephones, electronic safes, guest amenities and dressing gown and back-up generator to ensure 24 hour electricity.

Wednesday 23 June 2010

Your driver/guide will meet you at your hotel this morning
Depart with a private 4x4 vehicle with game viewing hatches for Lodge Safari from Arusha, returning to Arusha, including experienced English speaking guide, fuel, entry fees for vehicle and guide, all game drives, and Public and Passenger Liability.

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy a game drive through Tarangire en route to Lake Manyara where you will overnight
The Tarangire ecosystem is the third largest in Tanzania (20,000 square kilometres), of which the park occupies a mere 13%. During the dry season, the park has the second largest concentration of wildlife in Tanzania. The unique acacia and baobab vegetation provides a home for over 550 bird species, as well as lion, leopard, buffalo and large herds of elephant. Species such as gerenuk, oryx and eland - rarely seen in the other parks in the north - are also common to this area.

Tarangire Park Fees are included

LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK

Lake Manyara is a shallow, alkaline lake at the base of a sheer stretch of the western Rift Valley escarpment. The north-western area of this lake is protected in a 330 square kilometre national park, which contains a remarkable diversity of terrestrial habitats: the grassy floodplain of the lakeshore, the rocky base of the escarpment, a belt of thick acacia woodland and a lush patch of groundwater forest just inside the northern entrance gate. An interesting bio-diversity of fauna and flora can be observed here and a variety of large mammal species including elephant, buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe and lion. Perhaps, however, the most immediately visible residents are the troupes of olive baboon, sometimes found in the company of the smaller and rather beautiful blue monkey. This is also a wonderful location for viewing groups of elephant and, for keen birders, Manyara has recorded almost 400 species due to the wide habitat diversity.

Lake Manyara Park Fees are included

Accommodation at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge in a Standard Room on a Full Board basis for 1 night
In : Wednesday 23-Jun-2010 Out : Thursday 24-Jun-2010

Standing high on the bluff of a dramatic ochre and terracotta streaked cliff above the flamingo-frosted expanse of Lake Manyara's gleaming alkaline waters, the Lodge commands panoramic views across the volcano-studded floor of the Great Rift Valley. Designed to reflect the brilliance of Lake Manyara's unique birdlife, the Lodge draws on an inspirational architectural motif that melds swooping avian curves with the gentle concentric patterns of traditional Maasai "Bomas" (encampments) whilst the vibrantly coloured frescoes lining the walls are designed to depict the colourful intricacy of bird migratory patterns.

The circular, closely-thatched rooms echo the traditional Maasai "Boma" style of construction whilst featuring a vibrant interior design concept that reflects the Maasai people's abiding love of brilliant scarlet-and-indigo checked "Shukas" (cloaks) and bright yellow, white, blue and orange beadwork. Each room has a private veranda and breathtaking views of the shimmering reaches of the flamingo-frosted Lake.

Circuit discount at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge for minimum 5 nights at Serena Lodges is included

Thursday 24 June 2010

Crater Visit Fee is included

Today, after an early breakfast, we descend to the crater floor. We explore this amazing area, home to the Big Five, and enjoy a picnic lunch on the Crater Floor. You are almost guaranteed to see 3 or 4 of the Big Five here, as well as hyena, hippo, and a myriad of smaller animals and birds. This is rightly one of the Natural Wonders of the World. Please note that permits may be changed to allow 6 hour visits, either in the morning or the afternoon - we will adjust our travel accordingly should this occur.

Ngorongoro Park Fees are included

Accommodation at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge in a Standard Room on a Full Board basis for 1 night
In : Thursday 24-Jun-2010 Out : Friday 25-Jun-2010

Perched on the jagged rim of the crater, wreathed in morning mist, camouflaged in river-stone and cloaked in indigenous creepers, the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is a triumph of ecological and architectural fusion. Sensitively constructed so as to take nothing from its environment whilst affording endless vistas over the heat-shimmering reaches of the crater below, the clustered boulder-built buildings of the Lodge hug the crater rim, linked by rope-lashed timber walkways that skirt the buttressed roots of ancient, liana-hung trees.

Strung around the crater rim, each with its own rock-enclosed balcony, the rooms feature brass lamps, embossed leather headboards, wildwood mirrors, Maasai carvings and flamboyant prehistoric wall motifs depicting fleeing giraffes, stylised gazelle and plunging buffalo. Each room draws on a cave-grey, indigo-blue and jasper-red colour-scheme, is fully air-conditioned and enjoys uninterrupted views over the crater's unmatched splendour.

Circuit discount at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge for minimum 5 nights at Serena Lodges is included

Friday 25 June 2010

Depart Ngorongoro via Olduvai

Olduvai Gorge and optional Masai Village visit.
Please note: The Masai Village visit is an additional per vehicle cost split between the group and paid direct to the village.

Between Ngorongoro and Serengeti, we visit the famous Olduvai Gorge, where remains of early man were discovered by Louis Leakey. The museum is fascinating, and a resident specialist gives an interesting talk on this area in the past and present. We also have the opportunity to visit a great Masai village in the area, where you will learn about these amazing people, see their homes and meet them - and take as many pictures as you like.

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

Africa's most famous game reserve covers an area of almost 15,000 square kilometres and is renowned for its dense predator population and the annual wildebeest migration. The park is part of the the much larger Serengeti eco-system, which includes Kenya's Masai Mara Game Reserve, and encompasses more than double this area. The greater part of the park is open grassland, patches of acacia woodland and isolated areas of granite rock outcrops called koppies. Huge herds of wildebeest and zebra can be found here along with smaller concentrations of Thomson's gazelle, Grant's gazelle, impala, kongoni, Kirk's dik dik, klipspringer and small numbers of roan, oryx, oribi, eland and waterbuck. There are also significant numbers of buffalo, giraffe and warthog. Elephants are relatively scarce on the open plains, more common in the northern areas and the western corridor. The few remaining black rhino are restricted to an inaccessible park of the park. The most popular animals to be found here in greater abundance than elsewhere on the northern circuit are the cats. Lion, cheetah and leopard may all be seen here along with other predators, such as spotted hyena, golden and black-backed jackals, wild cats and servals.

Accommodation at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge in a Standard Room on a Full Board basis for 3 nights
In : Friday 25-Jun-2010 Out : Monday 28-Jun-2010

Set high on the saddle of tree-clad ridge commanding panoramic views over the endlessly rolling reaches and volcanic reefs of the Serengeti, the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge is the ultimate fusion of traditional African architecture and world-class style. Drawing its inspiration from the circular "Rondavel" dwellings and winding paths of a traditional Maasai Village, the Lodge features thickly-thatched, stone-built rooms, spaciously set amongst groves of indigenous trees that are cooled by sparkling streams and papyrus-fringed ponds.

Each room is accommodated in a stone-built, traditionally-thatched "Rondavel", featuring natural stone bathrooms, wildwood balconies, rope-lashed staircases, leopard-print drapes and intricately carved furniture, the overall effect of which is a unique blend of authentic ethnicity and world-class elegance. As for the views, from lilac-streaked sunrise to diamond-domed night, the searingly sensational Serengeti delivers a series of timeless volcanic vistas that are second to none.

Circuit discount at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge for minimum 5 nights at Serena Lodges is included

Serengeti Park Fees are included

Monday 28 June 2010

Domestic flight from Seronera to Arusha, one way
Maximum baggage allowance of 15kg per person, including hand luggage. Soft bags are strongly recommended.
Includes airport taxes.

Transfer from Arusha Airport to Arusha Town, one way

Accommodation at The Arusha Hotel in a Standard Room on a Bed and Breakfast basis for 1 night
In : Monday 28-Jun-2010 Out : Tuesday 29-Jun-2010

A sparkling renaissance of its former self, The Arusha Hotel is a unique 5-star hospitality experience in Northern Tanzania. Immaculate decor and meticulous attention to detail, combined with a level of style and service synonymous with a bygone era, have all gone to create a sophisticated oasis within this bustling tourist and business town.

The Arusha Hotel offers 62 elegantly furnished Standard Rooms with standard air-conditioning, wireless internet, satellite television, beverage making facilities, direct dial telephones, electronic safes, guest amenities and dressing gown and back-up generator to ensure 24 hour electricity.

Tuesday 29 June 2010

Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport, one way

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

04 June 2010
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a member of our &Beyond team. You will be handed over to Nature Expeditions for your over land Safari.

04 Jun 10: NAIROBI / AMBOSELI
On arrival at JKIA, you are met by a Nature Expeditions representative and depart for the drive to Amboseli National Park, located to the south east of Nairobi. The Park is famous for its big game and scenic beauty with the landscape dominated by Mt. Kilimanjaro. In spite of the appearance, there is a continuous supply of water that gets filtered through volcanic rocks from Kilimanjaro's melted snow. These streams flow underground, creating lush green areas, and converge at two clear water springs in the park. All meals and overnight at Tortillis Camp (full board).
05 Jun 10: AMBOSELI

Spend a further day in the park on morning and afternoon game viewing drives. Wildlife here includes the zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, impala, caracal and serval cat, lion, leopard, cheetah, buffalo among others. There are also over 400 species of birds, including the bee-eater, kingfisher, African fish eagle, martial eagle and pygmy falcon. Visitors mainly come to watch the huge herds of elephants. The bull elephants have some of the largest tusks in all of Kenya. Visitors can also enjoy excellent views of Mt Kilimanjaro and Meru. All meals and overnight at the Tortillis Camp (full board).

06 Jun 10: AMBOSELI / SWEETWATERS

After breakfast morning drive to Sweetwaters Game Sanctuary, a beautiful private game reserve and home to rare species such as Beisa Oryx, Rothschild's giraffe and black rhino. Game drives here reveal the full range of African wildlife including lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant and hippo. Observe chimps from the Jane Goodall Institute at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Other optional activities include bird walks with several hundreds species to observe, horse back and camel rides (At an extra cost). All meals and overnight at Sweetwaters Tented Camp (full board).

07 Jun 10: SWEETWATERS / LAKE NAKURU

After breakfast morning drive via Thompson Falls down the floor of the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park, a protected game sanctuary for endangered species such as the Black/ White rhino, Rothschild Giraffe among other usual game such as the leopard and Lion. The park is world-renowned for its millions of pink Flamingoes found around the lake. Lunch at the Lodge followed by an afternoon game drive until sunset. Dinner and overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge (full board).

08 Jun 10: LAKE NAKURU / MAASAI MARA

This morning, travel to Maasai Mara Game Reserve, so named to mean the “spotted plains” in Maa language. This is home to the greatest concentration of large mammals and is widely recognized as Africa’s ultimate wildlife reserve. The park is the northern extension to the vast Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, famous for its annual migration of wildebeest. The Nature Expeditions driver/guide will drop you off at Bateleur Camp.

08 June 2010: MASAAI MARA

Indulge in 3 nights at &Beyond Bateleur Camp in a spacious tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only and a private deck. Your stay includes accommodation, three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, refreshments on game drives, scheduled safari activities, return Kichwa Tembo airstrip transfers, emergency medical evacuation insurance and laundry.

&Beyond Bateleur at a glance
• 2 intimate camps of 9 tented suites each (overhead fans)
• Exclusive butler service
• Lap pool
• Twice-daily game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, spotlit night drives and guided nature walks

Situated below the location where Out of Africa’s famous final scene was filmed, this romantic and totally private camp reflects the ambience of Kenyan safaris of the 20’s and 30’s. &Beyond Bateleur Camp, the epitome of tented luxury, is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and comprises just two intimate camps of nine tented suites each, set among the forests on the edge of the Masai Mara. The tented suites have a classic elegance with polished wooden floors and ensuite bathrooms. Each tent has its own deck overlooking the vast game-filled plains of the Masai Mara, and a personal butler will ensure every need is catered for.

Beautiful antiques adorn the comfortable sitting and indoor/outdoor dining areas, transporting guests to the heyday of classic safaris. The Camps also feature deep refreshing lap pools. Delicious Pan African meals are served in memorable settings under the stars, followed by fireside port and cigars.

11 June 2010

You will be transferred to the airstrip for your SafariLink Aviation flight from Masaai Mara to Wilson Airport.
You will be collected from Wilson airport and be driven with fellow guests to Jomo Kenyata International airport.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Sunday 23 May 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Maun Airport to Kalahari Plains Camp.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Kalahari Plains Camp
Room : Tented Room/s
Dates : Check in : 23 May 2010
Check out: 25 May 2010
Included : All meals, accommodation, twice daily scheduled camp activities, local drinks and park fees.

Kalahari Plains Camp is situated in a remote part of the diverse and productive Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) and offers some of the best summer wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa. Located in the Kalahari Desert biome in the central part of Botswana, this reserve is the largest conservation area in this country and at 5 million hectares (12 million acres), one of the largest in the world.

The camp is beautifully situated on an immense pan just 20km from Deception Valley itself and comprises 10 en-suite canvas units with a sleep-out above each one from which to enjoy the night skies. The main area with lounge, dining area and central bar also has a separate swimming pool and deck area. The tents and main area are all raised off the ground to catch the breeze and take in the sweeping, spacious views across the Kalahari. Solar power provides electricity and hot water, and the innovative insulated canvas walls and roof keep the temperatures inside the units comfortable.

Thanks to the diversity of habitats, healthy game populations move through the area and are present to a greater or lesser degree all year long. But it is the summer months (end-November to April) with the advent of their rains that the desert truly comes to life. Short grasses sprout in the pan systems and fossil riverbeds and plains game such as springbok, gemsbok and wildebeest converge in their hundreds and thousands here to feed. This of course attracts predators such as lion and cheetah; in fact the abundance of game at this time of the year also leads to thrilling lion and cheetah hunts to be seen.

Guided game drives unlock the fascinating wildlife treasures found in this wonderful area. San Bushman experiences provide insights into the unique culture of this fascinating people.

Kalahari Plains is easily combined with the Okavango Delta and Linyanti regions to provide a comprehensive Botswana experience – and in summer it is simply unbeatable as a wildlife destination.

Tuesday 25 May 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Kalahari Plains Camp to Jao Camp.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Jao Camp
Room : Tented Room/s
Dates : Check in : 25 May 2010
Check out: 28 May 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Jao Camp is situated in a private reserve on a remote large island, to the west of the Moremi Game Reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Across the waterway in front of camp, guests have access to open flood plains and savannah for a wonderful Okavango experience. Guests are accommodated in 9 large and spacious rooms. Each of the unique and beautiful twin-bedded canvas and thatched rooms has been individually hand crafted. The rooms are built under a canopy of shady trees, with en-suite bathroom comprising of a shower, large bath and double basin vanity. There is also an outside shower under the stars for those more adventurous guests wanting to shower closer to nature. The rooms are raised off the ground and each has a private sala offering wonderful views of the surrounding flood plains. A raised walkway connects the rooms to the dining room and lounge area. There is a plunge pool and an outdoor “boma” for dining under the stars as well as an excellent wine cellar. Jao also has a Salon where the full time therapist offers a wide range of massage therapies. The activities at Jao include mokoros (dug-out canoes), boats, fishing, day and night game drives and guided walks. The area is extremely seasonal and the annual flood transforms the habitat from dry green open plains in summer to shallow flood plains in the winter. Access to this area is only by aircraft.

Friday 28 May 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Jao Camp to Kasane Immigrations (Waterfront).
Scheduled boat transfer from Kasane Immigrations (Waterfront) to Ichobezi Ichingo River Lodge.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Ichobezi Ichingo River Lodge
Room : Standard/s
Dates : Check in : 28 May 2010
Check out: 30 May 2010
Included : Accommodation, all house branded drinks, all activities, laundry and park fees

Hidden away beneath a riverine forest on the secluded Impalila Island, the Ichingo Chobe River Lodge affords guests the combination of the best of the Chobe region with the best of the Namibian Caprivi.
Owner managed, Ichingo Chobe River Lodge prides itself on our personal level of service and our ability to tailor make your holiday experience with us. So whether you want to marvel at the animals and birds; try your hand at fishing or simply meander along the breathtaking waterways of the area, this remarkable piece of Africa will capture your hearts and delight your senses.
Beautiful Meru Safari tents nestled underneath the Jackalberry trees provide luxury accommodation with en-suite bathrooms and their own private balconies overlooking the Chobe River. The main lodge buildings are built with relaxation in mind and the attention to detail, peaceful atmosphere and outstanding cuisine are all part of the Ichingo Chobe River Lodge experience.
Website: http://www.ichobezi.co.za/index.php

Sunday 30 May 2010

Scheduled road transfer from Kasane Immigrations (Waterfront) to River Club.

Accommodation based on 2 night/s.
Accommodation River Club
Room : Chalet/s
Dates : Check in : 30 May 2010
Check out: 01 Jun 2010
Included : All meals; specified daily activities including fishing, sundowner boat trip, rhino drive in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya Park, a guided visit of the Zambian side of The Falls and Simonga Village; use of the mini gym, sauna and jacuzzi facilities in the Wellness Centre; laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

The River Club lies dreaming in dappled shade on the Zambian banks of the Zambezi River, 18km upstream from the world-famous Victoria Falls. Its main area is a well-appointed Edwardian-style house, with a comfortable lounge, large dining room, impressive library and wide veranda on which breakfasts and teas are taken. Manicured lawns (where midday meals are often served) spread out beneath the trees and a croquet court is an ideal venue for a Pimm’s-soaked croquet game. The pool has been built to seem part of the river itself and a secluded deck with hammocks and loungers provides respite. Meals can also be enjoyed on occasion in the summer house or gazebo.

The Wellness Centre houses a treatment room for manicures, pedicures, facials and massages as well as a sauna, Jacuzzi and mini gym with electronic exercise equipment.

Ten luxury thatched chalets overlook the Zambezi River and have en-suite facilities including a bath, shower, toilet and basin. All the rooms have fans and air-conditioning (hot and cold). The rooms are all completely open in the front, giving guests uninterrupted views of the Zambezi. Seven rooms have a concertina screen door or window which can be drawn across the front of the bedroom and/or bathroom.

Activities include a croquet court, boule pit, 2.5km running track, all weather tennis court, sundowner cruises plus visits to the Falls, Simonga Village, local markets and Livingstone. A variety of other activities are also available at an extra cost such as: white water rafting, bungee jumping, abseiling, and helicopter flights over the Falls. With the Zambezi National Park just across the river, hippo and elephant are regularly heard and seen, birdlife is particularly rich and tiger fishing is a challenge for keen fishermen.

Tuesday 01 Jun 2010

Scheduled transfer from River Club to Livingstone Airport.
Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Cape Town International Airport to Spier Hotel.

Accommodation based on 3 night/s.
Accommodation Spier Hotel
Room : Standard Room/s
Dates : Check in : 01 Jun 2010
Check out: 04 Jun 2010
Included : Breakfast

Starting as a wine farm in 1692 in the shadow of the Helderberg Mountains near Stellenbosch, Spier has a cultural heritage that it proudly preserves. Designed to recreate the intimate and relaxed atmosphere of a small village, its 155 rooms, four suites and nine villa rooms are connected by indigenous gardens, walkways and waterways. These 'homes' are clustered around six private courtyards, each with its own swimming pool and entertainment area. In both design and construction, emphasis has been placed on maintaining the ecological integrity of the area and, where possible, natural materials and resources have been used. The gardens have been landscaped to exploit the magnificent setting, embracing Spier's many features such as an 18 hole golf course, the riverside pub, four restaurants with many cuisine choices, the Manor House with its fine art collection, the cheetah park and horse riding through the vineyards amongst many other options. A boutique spa is available at the hotel.

Friday 04 Jun 2010

Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Spier Hotel to Cape Town International Airport.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Saturday 08-May-10

You will be met by a Wilderness Safaris representative, who will hand over your travel documents.
Private road transfer from Cape Town International Airport to The Bay Hotel.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation The Bay Hotel
Room : Premier Room
Dates : Check in : 08-May-10
Check out: 10-May-10
Included : Breakfast

The Bay Hotel combines the personal service and discreet charm of a fine country hotel with all the sophistication and efficiency of a world-class hotel. High ceilings and wide windows create a light airy atmosphere. Every one of the 72 bedrooms and 6 suites gaze upon the spectacular vista that is Camps Bay. Most rooms have spacious balconies and all have a private entrance lobby, en-suite bathroom with separate shower, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities and built-in electronic safes. Rooms are fitted with either twin or king size beds. A pool provides a refreshing escape from the midday sun. Enjoy light meals served from the Espresso Bar, or experience the fresh and simple cuisine of Tides Restaurant. A Wellness Centre is also offered.

Monday 10-May-10

Private road transfer from The Bay Hotel to Cape Town International Airport.

Accommodation based on 1 nights.
Accommodation Southern Sun OR Tambo International Airport Hotel
Room : Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 10-May-10
Check out: 11-May-10
Included : Breakfast

Southern Sun Oliver Tambo International Airport is conveniently situated 500m from OR Tambo International Airport. There is a selection of 366 rooms including Executive rooms. All rooms are en suite, air-conditioned and have remote control satellite television, wireless hi-speed internet access, tea/coffee making facilities, radio and telephone. Bernoulli’s Restaurant has an informal atmosphere and offers a wide choice of international cuisine from both buffet and a la carte menus. There is 24-hour room service and a laundry service. The hotel also has a gift shop, hairdressing and beauty salon and a complimentary airport shuttle service.

Tuesday 11-May-10

Light aircraft transfer from Maun Airport to Chitabe Camp.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Chitabe Camp
Room : Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 11-May-10
Check out: 14-May-10
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Chitabe Camp is a luxurious 8-roomed, tented camp built on one of the most beautiful islands in the Okavango Delta, in a private area that is bordered on three sides by the Moremi Game Reserve. The camp is located in a diverse area incorporating mopane woodlands, acacia, floodplains and the perennial delta, all of which provide a variety of wildlife. Accommodation consists of eight spacious East African style tents that are built on elevated wooden decks, beneath the lush tree canopy. Each tented room has en-suite facilities with flush toilets, and a shower and basin with hot and cold running water. The thatched dining area, lounge and pub are also raised on decks overlooking the surrounding flood plains. A pool allows guests to cool off from the heat of the day. Activities consist of day and night game drives in open 4x4 vehicles accompanied by an experienced guide. Shorter nature walks are sometimes offered. Wildlife viewing is good, and includes Buffalo, Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Reedbuck, Lechwe, Impala, Zebra and Hippo. Wild dogs occur in the area. Night drives can be very rewarding with good sightings of the rarer nocturnal animals. Access into this area is only by aircraft.

Friday 14-May-10

Light aircraft transfer from Chitabe Camp to Jao Camp.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Jao Camp
Room : Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 14-May-10
Check out: 16-May-10
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Jao Camp is situated in a private reserve on a remote large island, to the west of the Moremi Game Reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Across the waterway in front of camp, guests have access to open flood plains and savannah for a wonderful Okavango experience. Guests are accommodated in 9 large and spacious rooms. Each of the unique and beautiful twin-bedded canvas and thatched rooms has been individually hand crafted. The rooms are built under a canopy of shady trees, with en-suite bathroom comprising of a shower, large bath and double basin vanity. There is also an outside shower under the stars for those more adventurous guests wanting to shower closer to nature. The rooms are raised off the ground and each has a private sala offering wonderful views of the surrounding flood plains. A raised walkway connects the rooms to the dining room and lounge area. There is a plunge pool and an outdoor “boma” for dining under the stars as well as an excellent wine cellar. Jao also has a Salon where the full time therapist offers a wide range of massage therapies. The activities at Jao include mokoros (dug-out canoes), boats, fishing, day and night game drives and guided walks. The area is extremely seasonal and the annual flood transforms the habitat from dry green open plains in summer to shallow flood plains in the winter. Access to this area is only by aircraft.

Sunday 16-May-10

Light aircraft transfer from Jao Camp to Mombo Camp.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Mombo Camp
Room : Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 16-May-10
Check out: 18-May-10
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Mombo Camp is situated on Mombo Island, adjoining the northern tip of Chief’s Island, and is within the Moremi Game Reserve in northern Botswana. The camp offers abundant wonderful wildlife viewing, arguably, year round the best wildlife viewing in Botswana. The highlight here is the concentrations of plains animals and all the predators – including the big cats! Lion sightings are particularly good. Mombo is built under the shade of some large shady trees and overlooks a wonderful floodplain that teems with wildlife. The camp has 9 comfortably furnished, luxurious tents, raised off the ground. The guest’s rooms and the walkways that connect the rooms to the living area are up to 2m off the ground, allowing animals to wander freely through and under the camp – but at the same time allowing for guest safety. The canvas rooms are spacious and well appointed and have en-suite facilities under canvas and an additional outdoor shower for those who enjoy a shower under the stars. The dining room, pub and living area overlook the open plain in front of the camp and there is a plunge pool. Activities at Mombo include morning and afternoon game drives in open 4x4 vehicles. The wildlife viewing in the area is excellent and guests can see lion, leopard, large herds of buffalo, cheetah, wild dog, elephant, rhino, hyaena, giraffe, wildebeest and zebra. Access into this area is only by aircraft.

Tuesday 18-May-10

Light aircraft transfer from Mombo Camp to Kasane.
Light aircraft transfer from Kasane to Livingstone Airport.
Scheduled transfer from Livingstone Airport to River Club.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation River Club
Room : Chalet
Dates : Check in : 18-May-10
Check out: 20-May-10
Included : All meals; specified daily activities including fishing, sundowner boat trip, rhino drive in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya Park, a guided visit of the Zambian side of The Falls and Simonga Village; use of the mini gym, sauna and jacuzzi facilities in the Wellness Centre; laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

The River Club lies dreaming in dappled shade on the Zambian banks of the Zambezi River, 18km upstream from the world-famous Victoria Falls. Its main area is a well-appointed Edwardian-style house, with a comfortable lounge, large dining room, impressive library and wide veranda on which breakfasts and teas are taken. Manicured lawns (where midday meals are often served) spread out beneath the trees and a croquet court is an ideal venue for a Pimm’s-soaked croquet game. The pool has been built to seem part of the river itself and a secluded deck with hammocks and loungers provides respite. Meals can also be enjoyed on occasion in the summer house or gazebo.

The Wellness Centre houses a treatment room for manicures, pedicures, facials and massages as well as a sauna, Jacuzzi and mini gym with electronic exercise equipment.

Ten luxury thatched chalets overlook the Zambezi River and have en-suite facilities including a bath, shower, toilet and basin. All the rooms have fans and air-conditioning (hot and cold). The rooms are all completely open in the front, giving guests uninterrupted views of the Zambezi. Seven rooms have a concertina screen door or window which can be drawn across the front of the bedroom and/or bathroom.

Activities include a croquet court, boule pit, 2.5km running track, all weather tennis court, sundowner cruises plus visits to the Falls, Simonga Village, local markets and Livingstone. A variety of other activities are also available at an extra cost such as: white water rafting, bungee jumping, abseiling, and helicopter flights over the Falls. With the Zambezi National Park just across the river, hippo and elephant are regularly heard and seen, birdlife is particularly rich and tiger fishing is a challenge for keen fishermen.

Thursday 20-May-10

Scheduled transfer from River Club to Livingstone Airport for scheduled flight back to Johannesburg

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Monday 12 Apr 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Sanctuary Stanley's Camp to Savute Safari Lodge.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Savute Safari Lodge
Room : Standard Rooms

Dates : Check in : 12 Apr 2010
Check out: 14 Apr 2010
Included : All meals, local drinks and daily game activities

Savute Safari Lodge is situated on the banks of the now dry Savute Channel, “The Stolen River”. The lodge’s expansive glass sliding doors and upstairs viewing decks provide excellent views of the channel. The lounge and cocktail bar has an inviting fireplace and the dining room caters for candelabra lit dinners. A plunge pool with sundeck provides cool relief during the hot midday hours. Accommodation is in 12 twin-bedded timber and glass chalets with cool thatch, en suite facilities and private viewing deck. Game highlights include large concentrations of Lion and Hyena, as well as Leopard, Cheetah, Blackbacked Jackal and many lone Elephant. The summer Zebra migration is an awe-inspiring spectacle of up to 25 000 animals trooping through Savute in search of the rain-ripe grasslands to the south. When the migration actually occurs is determined by the rains, but is usually between November and December, and again between February and April when the Zebras migrate back north to the Linyanti. Activities include game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles in the Savute area, including the Savute Marsh, and a visit to the ancient San rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills.

Wednesday 14 Apr 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Savute Safari Lodge to Lebala Camp.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Lebala Camp
Room : Tented Rooms

Dates : Check in : 14 Apr 2010
Check out: 16 Apr 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Lebala Camp is located in the 230 000 hectare private Kwando concession, including 80 kilometres of river frontage in the northern part of Botswana. The camp is situated in the transition of the Kwando wetlands and the open plains to the south. The area has a large variety of wildlife but is most noted for its very large Elephant populations. There are good numbers of Impala, Lechwe, Kudu, Zebra, Giraffe, Sitatunga, Sable, Roan, Waterbuck, Buffalo, Bushbuck and the smaller antelope. The major predators such as Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog and Hyena are resident and regularly sighted. The reed and papyrus swamps are ideal for the numerous and diverse species of birds. Accommodation consists of 8 comfortably appointed twin-bedded safari style tents, each with en suite facilities. Activities include game drives in open safari vehicles, night drives, walks and fishing.

Friday 16 Apr 2010

Light aircraft transfer from Lebala Camp to BBK.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Chobe Game Lodge
Room : Standard Rooms

Dates : Check in : 16 Apr 2010
Check out: 18 Apr 2010
Included : All meals, local drinks and daily game activities

Chobe Game Lodge is built along the banks of the Chobe River and is the only lodge situated within the boundaries of Chobe National Park. The 46 rooms are tastefully furnished with air-conditioning and "punkah-punkah" fans All rooms overlook the perennial Chobe River and adjacent Caprivi floodplain. For those guests who demand the ultimate in exclusivity, Chobe Game Lodge has four river view suites, each with their own plunge pool and a separate lounge area. Facilities within the lodge include a curio shop, wildlife reference library, bar, lounge, restaurant, beautician, gym, and swimming pool. Game drives are conducted in open four-wheel drive vehicles, normally in the early morning and late afternoon. There are also excursions in motorboats, sunset cruises and canoeing on the Chobe River.

Sunday 18 Apr 2010

Light aircraft transfer from BBK to LVI.

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20 March 2010

You will be met upon your arrival at Jomo Kemyatta International Airport by an &Beyond representative who will assist you onto your scheduled road transfer to the House of Waine.

In: 20 March 2010 Out: 21 March 2010
Indulge at the House of Waine for one night in a room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes breakfast.

21 March 2010

Today you depart the house with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to Wilson airport. Here you will connect on your scheduled SafariLink flight departing at 10h00 and arriving at Kichwa airstrip at 11h00. An &Beyond representative for your road transfer to Bateleur Camp ( approx 30 min game drive)

In: 21 March 2010 Out: 24 March 2010
Indulge at &Beyond Bateleur Camp for three nights in a spacious tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only and a private deck. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wine, local brand spirits and beers (excluding premium brands), tea and coffee, scheduled safari activities, park fees and laundry.

Morning and afternoon game-drives in open game viewing vehicles. Night game drives on the camp’s concession, guided nature walks with a Maasai naturalist, Maasai community visits and lectures, sundowners at a location offering spectacular views across the Mara. Hot air ballooning at an additional cost.

24 March 2010

Today you depart the camp with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will connect on your scheduled SafariLink flight departing at 11h00 and arriving at Wilson airport at 12h15. Here you will connect on another SafariLink flight departing at 12h40 and arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport at 13h35. After you clear customs, depart on your scheduled Tanganyika Flying Company flight departing at 14h30 and arriving at Ndutu airstrip at 16h30. An &Beyond representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip for your road transfer to Serengeti Under Canvas.

In: 24 March 2010 Out: 28 March 2010
Experience four nights at Serengeti Under Canvas in a Bedouin style tent with ensuite bathroom with outside bucket shower. Your stay includes three meals daily, scheduled activities, laundry, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and park fees.

Choice of early morning and afternoon safaris or all-day safaris with picnic lunch. 4 to 6-seater semi-open safari vehicles with generous seating space and legroom.

28 March 2010

Today you depart the Serengeti with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will connect on your scheduled Tanganyika Flying Company flight departing at 11h40 and arriving at Manyara airstrip at 12h05. An &Beyond representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip for your road transfer to Ngorongoro Crater Lodge ( approx 1 hour and 30 min)

In: 28 March 2010 Out: 30 March 2010
Indulge at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge for two nights in a suite with ensuite bathroom with bath and shower. Your stay includes three meals daily, scheduled activities, laundry, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits, park and crater fees.

Daily game drives into the Crater in closed safari vehicles with pop-up roofs (07h00 to 14h00 and 15h00 to 18h00), birdwatching, half-day trips to Olduvai Gorge and Shifting Sands (subject to vehicle availability). Optional activities at an additional cost include walking on the Crater rim, a cultural Maasai manyatta visit, sundowners overlooking the Crater on one side and the Serengeti on the other (minimum 10 guests), and private bush breakfasts and lunches on the Crater floor.

30 March 2010

Today you depart the Lodge with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will connect on your scheduled Tanganyika Flying Company flight departing at 12h20 and arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport at 13h00.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Friday 19-Mar-10

Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Windhoek International Airport to Kulala Desert Lodge.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Kulala Desert Lodge
Room : 5 x Twin Chalets
Dates : Check in : 19-Mar-10
Check out: 21-Mar-10
Included : All meals, activities, park fees, and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Kulala Desert Lodge is situated within the arid Namib Desert on the private 37 000ha Kulala Wilderness Reserve, and is closest to the iconic red dunes of the Sossusvlei. The lodge comprises 15 thatched and canvas "kulalas" ("to sleep" in Oshiwambo) with en-suite bathrooms and verandas. Each unit is built on a wooden platform to catch the cooling breezes and has a deck on the flat rooftop where bedrolls are placed for guests to sleep under the myriad stars that Namibia's clear skies portray.

The main area, with décor inspired by northern Africa, has a lounge, bar, dining area, plunge pool and wrap-around veranda overlooking the waterhole – a perfect location to view and photograph the desert vista. The overall setting is a true delight to the senses, bringing together the rhythm of Namibia, wholesome meals and intimacy. A waterhole in front of camp attracts a number of local wildlife (such as gemsbok, springbok, ostrich and jackal) and provides a perfect location to view and photograph the desert scenery.

Early morning guided nature drives to the spectacular dunes of Sossusvlei are through a private gate on the Tsauchab River. World-famous Sossusvlei is an enormous clay pan, flanked by the famous red sand dunes that stand out starkly against the blue sky. These dunes have developed over millions of years, the wind continuously transforming the contours of this red sand sea. The 'vlei' itself only fills after rare heavy rainfall when, in a complete turn-around, it becomes a spectacular turquoise lake.

Nature drives and walks are also offered on the private reserve with those incredible views, and to catch a glimpse of the denizens of the desert. Another option, at extra cost, is early morning ballooning, beginning at first light. The balloon safari offers a truly unique experience to soar silently above the magnificent sand dunes and desert, with a champagne breakfast being served at your landing site. Alternately a breathtaking morning horse ride into the desert or a sundowner ride are available at an extra cost along with a visit to the driest wine farm in the world, Neuras. This is a full morning activity, at an additional cost, with a tour of the vineyards and wine tasting.

Sunday 21-Mar-10

Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Kulala Desert Lodge to Desert Rhino Camp.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Desert Rhino Camp
Room : 5 x Twin Tented Rooms
Dates : Check in : 21-Mar-10
Check out: 24-Mar-10
Included : All meals, activities, park fees, and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Desert Rhino Camp is situated in the 1-million-acre private Palmwag Concession in northwest Namibia, between Etosha and the Skeleton Coast - few places on the planet can offer this level of privacy and wilderness experience. This desert reserve has a number of fresh water springs that support healthy populations of animals including desert-adapted back rhino and elephants as well as large populations of the endemic Hartmann's mountain zebra, giraffe, oryx, springbok and greater kudu. The predator population is the largest outside of the Etosha National Park with over 100 Lions, Cheetah, Leopard, Brown and Spotted Hyaena. Bird life is diverse with several southern African endemics present: Benguela Long-billed Lark, Burchell’s Courser, Bokmakierie and Ruppell’s Korhaan to mention a few. Desert Rhino Camp has eight comfortable canavas walled tents slightly elevated on wooden decking, each with an en-suite bathroom comprising dual hand basins, toilet and a spacious walk-in shower. The tented dining and lounge area offers uninterrupted views of the desert and mountains. Welwitschia (ancient desert adapted plants) plants dot the plain in front of the camp. The primary activity is rhino tracking which is usually by vehicle until a sighting is made by trackers and then on foot. Guests can also enjoy full day outings, with a picnic lunch, on the concession. Desert Rhino Camp is a joint venture between Wilderness Safaris and the "Save the Rhino Trust" - a non-profit conservation organisation that has been working in this area for 25 years. The Trust has been singly responsible for helping to ensure that these rare, desert adapted black rhino survived the slaughter that went on throughout other parts of Africa in the 80s and 90s. Today this population of black rhino is growing in numbers and the area boasts the largest concentration of rhino anywhere on the planet outside of a national park. Community game scouts who were employed by the Trust to help with the patrolling and monitoring all these years are now seconded to the camp and are the trackers and guides. A portion of every guest’s revenue goes to the Trust.

Wednesday 24-Mar-10

Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Desert Rhino Camp to Skeleton Coast Camp.

The Skeleton Coast Park is one of our planet’s most inhospitable, but hauntingly beautiful places – it is wild, desolate and uninhabited. It has everything from roaring sand dunes and windswept plains, to towering canyons and saltpans, and even one of the most productive fishing grounds anywhere.

Fresh water springs permeate through barren sands to create rare oases in the desert that sustain pockets of wildlife. Springbok, gemsbok (oryx), the rare desert elephant, ostrich, Cape fur seals, jackal and brown hyaena - and even cheetah on rare occasions - eke out an existence in this rugged terrain, along with the vegetation like the ancient welwitschia plant which has adapted to the harsh conditions.

The arid desert environment in the Skeleton Coast is within the northern reaches of the Namib Desert. The Benguela current brings cold waters all the way from Antarctica and helps to moderate temperatures. The cool air off the ocean meets the hotter desert air and nearly every morning, a cool mist envelops the coastline, bringing life sustaining moisture to the desert. By about 9 or 10 in the morning the sun’s rays have burnt this mist off.

There are many regions in the Skeleton Coast. On these safaris, we visit the most isolated, beautiful, remote (and private) northern sector of the park, from just north of Mowe Bay to just south of the Kunene River. The Parks have set aside this area for low volume, exclusive safaris.

This 4-day safari is a “flying” safari, starting at Windhoek’s Eros Airport on a Wednesday no later than 10h00 and finishing back in Windhoek on a Saturday in the late afternoon. However once we arrive at the Skeleton Coast we spend all our time on the ground in vehicles and on walks. Everyone on this safari starts and ends together.

We stay all three nights at Skeleton Coast Camp. This is a six-roomed luxury tented camp in the heart of the reserve. Skeleton Coast Camp is built onto an island in a dry riverbed about 20km inland from the coastline. Each of the 6 tents is large, roomy and has a en-suite bathroom. As a result of water shortages, it is unfortunately not possible to offer a laundry service. We have a wonderful old gnarled Leadwood tree which offers shelter from the elements, and this is our dining room for our outdoor meals.

This safari is unlike any of our other safaris. Because of the uniqueness and vastness of this area, most activities are done in 4x4 vehicles that are closed to the elements. All vehicles have pop-top roofs and sliding windows to enjoy the fine weather. There is however plenty of opportunity to walk and stretch the legs too. Activities include either full day nature drives or walks with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the evening, or half day nature drives or walks returning to camp for lunch and venturing out again in the afternoon. Excursions may include visits to the clay castles of the Hoarusib River, Rocky Point, the roaring dunes, lichen fields, seal colonies, Himba villages (small denominations of local currency/cash should be carried if guests wish to purchase curio items from the Himba settlement as foreign currency, credit cards and travellers cheques are not accepted) and secret water seeps that attract wildlife like Oryx, Springbok, Giraffe, Ostrich, Brown Hyaena, Jackal and other smaller mammals. Walking also plays a part in the activities; due to the pristine nature of this area many parts are accessible only on foot, as vehicle tracks can damage the environment. Many specially adapted species of plants like Lithops and Welwitschia can be visited in this way.

Even though this is a quality safari, the terrain is harsh, rough and rugged. We will try and make this as comfortable as possible, but we have no way of hiding from the elements. Sometimes we can experience cold temperatures – and then 400m up the valley, we encounter hot desert winds.

Saturday 27-Mar-10

Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Skeleton Coast Camp to Serra Cafema.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Serra Cafema
Room : 5 x Twin Tented Rooms
Dates : Check in : 27-Mar-10
Check out: 30-Mar-10
Included : All meals, activities, park fees, and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

Serra Cafema Camp is one of the most remote camps in all of Southern Africa. Inspired by the pioneering spirit of the area and the remote explorer aesthetic, Serra Cafema is an unexpected oasis of luxury and sumptuous spaciousness perched on the Kunene River which forms Namibia’s northernmost border.

Situated under large shady albida trees overlooking the dunes and the Kunene River the camp comprises 8 raised canvas and thatch units each with en-suite bathroom, retractable glass doors and abundant outdoor lounging, dining and shower decks.

The Ozonganda, or public homestead area, comprises indoor and outdoor dining areas, sunken lounge, river bar, library, curio shop and swimming pool.

Serra Cafema shares this region with the wonderful and colourful Himba people who are some of the last true nomadic people in Africa. The Kunene River is the only permanent source of water and creates an oasis along its banks surrounded by rugged mountains and sand dunes.

Activities include enjoying the breathtaking landscape scenes with springbok, ostrich and gemsbok (oryx) dotted here and there, traversing the sand dunes in 4x4 Land Rovers and boating on the Kunene River. Walking in the remote mountain and river valleys is also a highlight. Serra Cafema is often visited by the native Ovahimba families who live in the nearby vicinity, which gives guests the opportunity to learn about their lifestyle and traditions. One of the highlights of Serra Cafema is the carefully guided quad bike excursions that tread lightly on the dunes, while allowing guests to experience a true desert.

Tuesday 30-Mar-10

Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Serra Cafema to Ongava Lodge.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Ongava Lodge
Room : 5 x Twin Chalets
Dates : Check in : 30-Mar-10
Check out: 01-Apr-10
Included : All meals, activities, park fees, and drinks (excluding premium import brands)

From its beautiful vantage point overlooking a well-frequented watering point and the plains beyond, the well established Ongava Game Lodge is situated along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park in the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve. Ongava is the ideal place from which to base your activities when visiting Etosha. The 14 air-conditioned rock and thatch units each have en-suite bathroom facilities. Meals are served in the main dining area under thatch with a view over the camp’s waterhole and the lodge also has a shady swimming pool. Activities include game drives in open 4x4 vehicles into the Okaukuejo area of Etosha where animals such as lion, elephant, cheetah, gemsbok, springbok, and hartebeest can be seen at many of the water holes in the park. In addition, hides and walks with guides are enjoyed on the private reserve. Ongava has resident white and black rhino – one of the few private reserves in southern Africa – allowing guests the unique opportunity to see both of these charismatic species.

Thursday 01-Apr-10

Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Ongava Lodge to Windhoek International Airport. Please note that if you are booked on the scheduled light aircraft transfer from Ongava to Windhoek, you miss the morning activity on departure from the lodge.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

04 March 2010

You will be met upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport by an &Beyond representative who will assist you onto your scheduled Tanganyika Flying Company flight departing at 14h30 and arriving at Manyara airstrip at 15h15.
An &Beyond representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip with a packed lunch for your road transfer to Lake Manyara Tree Lodge ( approx 3 hour game drive)

In: 04 March 2010 Out: 08 March 2010
Put your feet up at Lake Manyara Tree Lodge for four nights in an elegant stilted treehouse with ensuite bathroom with bath, outdoor shower and viewing deck. Your stay includes three meals daily, scheduled activities, laundry, soft drinks, house wines and local brand spirits.

Morning and afternoon game-drives in open safari vehicles in Lake Manyara National Park, excellent birdwatching and picnics at scenic picnic sites overlooking the Lake. Night game drives are also available.

08 March 2010

Today you depart the Lodge with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to Manyara airstrip. Here you will be met by an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to Ngorongoro Crater Lodge ( approx 1 hour and 30 min)

In: 08 March 2010 Out: 11 March 2010
Indulge at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge for three nights in a suite with ensuite bathroom with bath and shower. Your stay includes three meals daily, scheduled activities, laundry, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits, park and crater fees.

Daily game drives into the Crater in closed safari vehicles with pop-up roofs (07h00 to 14h00 and 15h00 to 18h00), birdwatching, half-day trips to Olduvai Gorge and Shifting Sands (subject to vehicle availability). Optional activities at an additional cost include walking on the Crater rim, a cultural Maasai manyatta visit, sundowners overlooking the Crater on one side and the Serengeti on the other (minimum 10 guests), and private bush breakfasts and lunches on the Crater floor.

11 March 2010

Today you depart the camp with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will connect on your scheduled Tanganyika Flying Company flight departing at 08h30 and arriving at Ndutu airstrip at 08h55. An &Beyond representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip for your road transfer to Serengeti Under Canvas

In: 11 March 2010 Out: 15 March 2010
Experience four nights at Serengeti Under Canvas in a Bedouin style tent with ensuite bathroom with outside bucket shower. Your stay includes three meals daily, scheduled activities, laundry, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and park fees.

Choice of early morning and afternoon safaris or all-day safaris with picnic lunch. 4 to 6-seater semi-open safari vehicles with generous seating space and legroom.

15 March 2010

Today you depart the Serengeti with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will be met by an Olakira Camp representative for your road transfer to the camp.

In: 15 March 2010 Out: 18 March 2010
Enjoy three nights at Olakira Camp in a tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes meals, all drinks (excluding premium brands) TANAPA camping fees and laundry. Game drives will take place on the Serengeti. Should you wish to go into the Ngorongoro Conservancy, additional park fees will need to be paid directly.

18 March 2010

Today you depart the camp with a Olakira representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will connect on your scheduled Tanganyika Flying Company flight departing at 11h15 and arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport at 12h55. After you clear customs depart on your scheduled SafariLink flight departing at 13h50 and arriving at Wilson airport at 14h45. Upon arrival connect on another SafariLink flight departing at 15h00 and arriving in the Masai Mara at 16h00. A Governors representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip for your road transfer to Ill Moran camp.

In: 18 March 2010 Out: 21 March 2010
Experience three nights at Governors' IImoran Camp in a luxury tent with ensuite bathroom with victorian bath. Your stay includes three meals daily, all soft drinks, local beers and house wines, three game drives daily or visits to local Masai Villages, visits to the local school etc and laundry.

21 March 2010

Today you depart the camp with a Govenors representative for your road transfer to Bateleur Camp

In: 21 March 2010 Out: 24 March 2010
Indulge at &Beyond Bateleur Camp for three nights in a spacious tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only and a private deck. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wine, local brand spirits and beers (excluding premium brands), tea and coffee, scheduled safari activities, park fees and laundry.

Morning and afternoon game-drives in open game viewing vehicles. Night game drives on the camp’s concession, guided nature walks with a Maasai naturalist, Maasai community visits and lectures, sundowners at a location offering spectacular views across the Mara. Hot air ballooning at an additional cost.

24 March 2010

Today you depart the camp with an &Beyond representative for your road transfer to the airstrip. Here you will connect on your scheduled SafariLink flight departing at 11h00 and arriving at Wilson airport at 12h15. An &Beyond representative will meet you upon your arrival at the airstrip for your road transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Friday 05 Feb 2010

Private road transfer from OR Tambo International Airport to Cabanas Sun City.
Please note that OR Tambo International Airport was previously known as Johannesburg International Airport.

Accommodation based on 6 nights.
Accommodation Cabanas Sun City
Room : 1 x Twin Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 05 Feb 2010
Check out: 11 Feb 2010
Included : Breakfast

Sun City – Africa’s Kingdom of pleasure is a resort of glamour, excitement and entertainment located in the North West province. The resort offers sporting facilities including floodlit tennis courts, squash, horse riding, nature trails, lawn bowls, windsurfing and water skiing. It’s Valley of the Waves has a wide selection of exciting water adventures from surfing to river rides. Sun City also has two world class golf courses and is home to one of the largest casinos in the southern hemisphere. The Entertainment Centre offers slot machines, novelty and arcade games, cinemas, fast food arcades, a bingo lounge and several live shows. Its close proximity to the Pilanesberg Game Reserve means that guests can also enjoy a Big Five game experience.

The Sun City Cabanas opens onto lush gardens leading down to the lake and Waterworld. There are a total of 380 rooms built on two levels with rooms on the ground floor and first floors in seven "blocks" situated around the main reception and restaurant area. The standard Cabanas rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, telephone, radio and wake up facility on TV, colour Satellite TV with remote control, en-suite shower, toilet & wash basin, tea and coffee making facilities in the rooms, hairdryers, pay to view movie channel, Guest link and an Internet facility. Family Cabanas can accommodate a maximum of two adults and two children (the combined age of the children should not exceed 18 years).

Thursday 11 Feb 2010

Private road transfer from Cabanas Sun City to OR Tambo International Airport.
Please note that OR Tambo International Airport was previously known as Johannesburg International Airport.
Scheduled flight from OR Tambo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Cape Town International Airport to Victoria & Alfred Hotel.

Accommodation based on 5 nights.
Accommodation Victoria & Alfred Hotel
Room : 1 x Twin Piazza Facing Room
Dates : Check in : 11 Feb 2010
Check out: 16 Feb 2010
Included : Breakfast

The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Hotel, which was Cape Town's first hotel in the exciting new Waterfront development, is located in the historic 1904 North Quay warehouse with great views of Table Mountain, Table Bay and the working harbour. The hotel has 94 large, comfortably furnished, air-conditioned, en-suite double bedrooms each with a fully stocked bar-fridge, television, radio and hairdryer. Transfers to nearby gym, wellness and fitness centre.
The Waterfront Café, as well as a cocktail bar, is located alongside the Alfred Basin's working dock. The Waterfront offers many interesting shops and boutiques, a shopping mall with cinemas, a theatre, restaurants and cafés, bistros and bars, a local brewery, historic buildings and a maritime museum. The city centre is only minutes away, and there is a regular shuttle bus service that takes you from the front of the hotel to the heart of the city and to major beaches.

Tuesday 16 Feb 2010

Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Victoria & Alfred Hotel to Cape Town International Airport.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"

Sunday 10 Jan 2010

Scheduled flight from OR Tambo International Airport to Livingstone Airport
Scheduled road transfer from Livingstone Airport to Thorntree River Lodge.

Accommodation based on 2 nights.
Accommodation Thorntree River Lodge
Room : 1 x Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 10 Jan 2010
Check out: 12 Jan 2010
Included : All meals and 1 activity

Located in the Mosi Oa Tunya National Park, Zambia, Thorntree River Lodge features breathtaking scenery with river views and sightings of a variety of animals on the Zambezi River. Guests are accommodated in nine luxurious suites, all with Internet/E-mail, Tea & coffee, indoor bath and shower and private decks overlooking the river. The entire complex has been constructed using natural materials with indigenous woods and thatching providing cooling shade and the unmistakable feel of a true safari camp. T he Lodge blends naturally into the riverine vegetation and commands superb river views from its main deck and private verandas. There is also a swimming pool with a water level bar and a thatched lapa. Activities include on site river activities as well as elephant back safaris along the banks of the Zambezi River. Thorntree’s close proximity to Victoria Falls, means that a visit to see ‘the smoke that thunders’ is a must for every guest staying at the lodge.

Tuesday 12 Jan 2010

Scheduled road transfer from Thorntree River Lodge to Livingstone Airport.
Scheduled flight from Livingstone Airport to OR Tambo International Airport.

Accommodation based on 1 nights.
Accommodation Southern Sun OR Tambo International Airport Hotel
Room : 1 x Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 12 Jan 2010
Check out: 13 Jan 2010
Included : Breakfast

Southern Sun Oliver Tambo International Airport is conveniently situated 500m from OR Tambo International Airport. There is a selection of 366 rooms including Executive rooms. All rooms are en suite, air-conditioned and have remote control satellite television, wireless hi-speed internet access, tea/coffee making facilities, radio and telephone. Bernoulli’s Restaurant has an informal atmosphere and offers a wide choice of international cuisine from both buffet and a la carte menus. There is 24-hour room service and a laundry service. The hotel also has a gift shop, hairdressing and beauty salon and a complimentary airport shuttle service.

Wednesday 13 Jan 2010

This morning please proceed to the Federal Air office for your trasnsfer to the Federal Air loung for your light aircraft transfer to Londolozi Game Reserve.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Londolozi tree Camp
Room : 1 x Luxury Suite
Dates : Check in : 13 Jan 2010
Check out: 16 Jan 2010
Included : Full Board basis including game drives and walks

Londolozi Tree Camp is a double dose of glamour. This magnificent camp embodies the very essence of Londolozi - redefining the safari experience by continually transcending guest expectations. This is a place of connoisseurship, leopards, orchids, lanterns and leadwood. Guests recline in the evening on the sunset decks, champagne in hand as they survey the distant kopies.

Saturday 16 Jan 2010

Light Aircraft transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
Scheduled flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Cape Town International Airport
Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Cape Town International Airport to Cape Grace Hotel.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.

Accommodation Cape Grace Hotel
Room : 1 x Luxury Room
Dates : Check in : 16 Jan 2010
Check out: 19 Jan 2010
Included : Breakfast

Classically-inspired from the exterior, elegant within, Cape Grace is a luxurious retreat set on its own private quay on the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Cape Grace’s charm lies in its intimate atmosphere, stylish décor and unique personalised hospitality. The sumptuous elegance begins at the welcoming reception lounge extending to the rich comfort of the spacious rooms, some of which have a view of the yacht marina and others of the working harbour. All 122 rooms feature exquisite furniture, luxurious fabric and intriguing detail. Located on the top floor of the hotel, is the Spa which is owned and operated by Cape Grace and is exclusive to hotel guests. The Signal restaurant is perfectly positioned with views of the marine and Table Mountain. The Bascule whisky bar and wine cellar has a selection of over 420 whiskies of the world and the finest of Cape wines. Enjoy the African sun as you laze around the outdoor heated swimming pool embraced by trellised gardens. The following amenities are included at no additional charge: 24-hour Internet access in the Communication Centre; luxury private transfers to town and nearby beaches; daily Cape history & wine presentation; use of the hot spa area with sauna, steam room & mineral spa bath; port and sherry in the library.

Tuesday 19 Jan 2010

Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Cape Grace Hotel to Spier Hotel.

Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Accommodation Spier Hotel
Room : 1 x Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 19 Jan 2010
Check out: 22 Jan 2010
Included : Breakfast

Starting as a wine farm in 1692 in the shadow of the Helderberg Mountains near Stellenbosch, Spier has a cultural heritage that it proudly preserves. Designed to recreate the intimate and relaxed atmosphere of a small village, its 155 rooms, four suites and nine villa rooms are connected by indigenous gardens, walkways and waterways. These 'homes' are clustered around six private courtyards, each with its own swimming pool and entertainment area. In both design and construction, emphasis has been placed on maintaining the ecological integrity of the area and, where possible, natural materials and resources have been used. The gardens have been landscaped to exploit the magnificent setting, embracing Spier's many features such as an 18 hole golf course, the riverside pub, four restaurants with many cuisine choices, the Manor House with its fine art collection, the cheetah park and horse riding through the vineyards amongst many other options. A boutique spa is available at the hotel.

Friday 22 Jan 2010

Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Spier Hotel to Cape Town International Airport.

"WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari"