Tailor-making African Safaris for our thousands of Guests from around the World since 1994
Our Specialty
We specialise in Tailormade African Safaris and Personalised Safaris to your specifications. We take care of all details such as Airport transfers upon arrival and departure, Hotel Accommodations before, after and if necessary during Safari, all Game Lodge Accommodations and activities whilst on Safari and any other item that you require to make your Safari an unforgettable experience. A Tailor-Made or Personalised Safari is the ultimate Safari as there are no requirements to group size, destinations, departure dates or length of stay and exclusivity is guaranteed with personalised attention. All of the lodges we use cater for small numbers of guests so you will not be swamped by hordes of people.
We were the first Safari Company world-wide to introduce the Tailormade Safari concept and have as such set the benchmark in the industry.
You may also take any of the pre-set luxury safari packages, which have been based on previous tailor-made safaris, and alter or extend to suit your preference. We work in close association with all major Tour Operators, Game Lodges, Hotel Chains, Airline Companies, Car Rental Services, etc, etc, thus making Taga Safaris highly qualified to deal with any request that you might have. Please feel free to contact us for a consultation and we will gladly assist and create an Unforgettable Dream Safari to Africa with Taga Safaris for you that will have you longing to come back time and time again.
Here is a snapshot of our very first website showing how long we have been doing Tailormade Safaris for our Guests. We Certainly do have Years and Years of Experience and Knowledge.
Logistics
For the success of any African Safari, Logistics are the most important aspect. Get these wrong and your Safari will soon turn into a nightmare and we don’t want that to happen. We are Experts at getting the Logistics right as we have been doing it since 1994.
Natalie Dolphin – (House of Waine, Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, Serengeti Under Canvas, Gemma Dell 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… 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 &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… &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… 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” Jacqueline Roe – (House of Waine, Kichwa Tembo Masai Mara Tented Camp) 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 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 Morning and afternoon game drives in open 4×4 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” Sanjeet Purohit – (The Arusha Hotel, Lake Manyara Serena Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Lodge, Serengeti Serena Lodge) Tuesday 22 June 2010 Flight from Jo’burg to Kilimanjaro via NBO, return to Jo’burg via NBO on Kenya Airways Accommodation at The Arusha Hotel in a Standard Room on a Bed and Breakfast basis for 1 night 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 TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK Enjoy a game drive through Tarangire en route to Lake Manyara where you will overnight 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 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 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. 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 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 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 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” Eric Johnson – (Kalahari Plains Camp, Vumbura Plains Camp, Jao Camp, Mombo Camp) Thursday 15 Jul 2010 Light aircraft transfer from MUB to Kalahari Plains Camp. Accommodation based on 3 nights. Dates : Check in : 15 Jul 2010 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. Dates : Check in : 18 Jul 2010 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 4×4 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. Wednesday 21 Jul 2010 Light aircraft transfer from Vumbura Plains to Jao Camp. Accommodation based on 3 nights. Dates : Check in : 21 Jul 2010 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. Dates : Check in : 24 Jul 2010 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 4×4 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. Dates : Check in : 27 Jul 2010 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” Marianela Araya – (Tortillis Camp, Sweetwaters Tented Camp, Sarova Lion Hill Lodge, Bateleur Camp) 04 June 2010 04 Jun 10: NAIROBI / AMBOSELI 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 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. “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Georg Zapfe – (Kalahari Plains Camp, Jao Camp, Ichobezi Ichingo River Lodge, River Club, Spier Hotel Cape Town) Light aircraft transfer from Maun Airport to Kalahari Plains Camp. Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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. 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). Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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. Sunday 30 May 2010 Scheduled road transfer from Kasane Immigrations (Waterfront) to River Club. Accommodation based on 2 night/s. 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. Accommodation based on 3 night/s. 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” Virginia Simm – (The Bay Hotel Cape town, Chitabe Camp, Jao Camp, Mombo Camp, River Club) Saturday 08-May-10 You will be met by a Wilderness Safaris representative, who will hand over your travel documents. Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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. 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. 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 4×4 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. 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. 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 4×4 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. Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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” Ann Janse van Rensburg – (House of Waine, Bateleur Camp, Serengeti Under Canvas, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge) 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 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 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 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 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” Steve Gordon – (Kulala Desert Lodge, Desert Rhino Camp, Skeleton Coast Camp, Serra Cafema, Ongava Lodge) Friday 19-Mar-10 Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Windhoek International Airport to Kulala Desert Lodge. Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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. 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 4×4 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. 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 4×4 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. 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 4×4 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” Luc and Gea Boussauw – (House of Waine, Lake Manyara Tree Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Serengeti Under Canvas, Olakira Camp, Governors’ Il Moran Camp, Bateleur Camp) 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. In: 04 March 2010 Out: 08 March 2010 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 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 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 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 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 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” Ian Fletcher – (Thorntree River Lodge, Southern Sun OR Tambo International Airport Hotel, Londolozi tree Camp, Cape Grace Hotel, Spier Hotel) Scheduled flight from OR Tambo International Airport to Livingstone Airport Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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. Accommodation based on 1 nights. 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. 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 Accommodation based on 3 nights. Accommodation Cape Grace Hotel 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. 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” Claire Smith – (Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Serengeti Safari Camp) 31 December 2009 Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a member of our &Beyond team and assisted onto your Tanganyika Flying Company flight from Arusha Airport departing at 14h55, arriving at Manyara Airstrip at 15h15. You will be collected at Manyara Airstrip and driven with fellow guests to Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge. Experience 2 night/s at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge in a room with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Your stay includes one full day game drive. Ngorongoro Serena at a glance… Perched on the jagged rim of the world’s oldest caldera is the beautiful Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge. Created from river-stone and cloaked in indigenous creepers, this superlative lodge blends effortlessly into its surrounds. It is here that guests can stand mesmerized by the sprawling vistas below and enjoy superior service and fine dining. Ngorongoro Serena boasts 75 elegant rooms, which are strung around the crater rim. Each room provides breathtaking views of the caldera and has a lovely ensuite bathroom and air conditioning. The Lodge’s unique design continues into the restaurant and bar, with magnificent examples of prehistoric cave paintings etched into the walls. The sitting room has an outdoor balcony with a fixed telescope for guests’ enjoyment. Activities include full day trips into the caldera, visits to a local Maasai village and a variety of hiking trails, where guests are accompanied by a Maasai warrior. 02 January 2010 You will be collected at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge and driven with fellow guests to Manyara Airstrip for your Tanganyika Flying Company flight from Manyara Airstrip departing at 08h30, arriving at Seronera Airstrip at 09h25. You will be collected at Seronera Airstrip and driven with fellow guests to Serengeti Safari Camp. Experience 2 night/s at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge in a room with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Your stay includes two full day game drives. Serengeti Serena at a glance… Set high on a hill, with spectacular panoramic views of Serengeti National Park, is the lovely Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge. This scenic retreat offers a charming blend of traditional African architecture and world-class grace, which is carried through to its 66 stone and thatch huts. Each hut is furnished with authentic African furniture and handicrafts and boasts a lovely ensuite bathroom and private balcony, which opens up to the beautiful vistas of the lodge’s sprawling surrounds. The guest areas include a two-tier dining room, a central barbecue area, a sparkling infinity pool, a boutique store and a decorative circular bar. Activities include exhilarating game drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles, walking safaris led by a resident naturalist, balloon safaris (a must for unrivalled views of the Great Migration), birdwatching and intimate bush dining. 04 January 2010 You will be collected at Serengeti Safari Camp and driven with fellow guests to Seronera Airstrip for your Tanganyika Flying Company flight from Seronera Airstrip departing at 11h00, arriving at Ndutu Airstrip at 11h20. Experience 2 night/s at Serengeti Safari Camp in a tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes three meals daily, camping fees, drinks (except champagne), laundry and all activities with private guide and vehicle. The Serengeti Safari Camp shadows the wildebeest migration so that wherever the great herds move guests are as close to them as possible. The tents are comfortable, light and simple, but equipped with everything one might need including en-suite bathrooms with traditional safari style bucket showers, short drop toilets, and hot and cold water on demand. All guests need do is arrive in camp at the end of each exciting day, to hot showers, ice filled gin & tonics, and a roaring campfire. The days end with dinner, stars, and a truly magical fireside ambiance. 06 January 2010 You will be transferred to the airstrip for your Tanganyika Flying Company flight from Ndutu Airstrip departing at 11h35, arriving at Arusha Airport at 12h35. “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Ton in’t Veld – (Little Kulala Lodge, Serra Cafema, Skeleton Coast Camp) Friday 06-Nov-09 Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Windhoek Airport to Little Kulala Lodge. Accommodation based on 2 nights. Little Kulala, a luxurious desert retreat, is situated in the private 37 000-hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve – the gateway to Namibia’s Sand Sea with its towering red dunes and clear starry skies. The 11 climate-controlled, thatched “kulalas” (the word in the “oshiwambo” language means ‘to sleep’) merge impeccably into the timeless desert landscape, with exquisite fittings and fixtures, innovative bleached decks each with a private plunge pool. Each unit has a rooftop ‘skybed’ for romantic stargazing, with both indoor and outdoor showers. An elegant entertainment area includes a library, wine cellar, craft boutique, lounge and dining areas; dining under the clear Namibian skies is a highlight. The interiors were designed to ensure guests an all-natural and unique experience in this most beautiful environment. The extensive use of neutral colours, gorgeous textures and natural light reproduce the soothing pastel tones of the desert. Pure linens, cottons and mohair dyed with natural vegetable dyes all make for a very organic camp which takes its inspiration from its surroundings, notably from the magnificent Dead Vlei in the middle of Sossusvlei. The overall mood and feel is cool, serene, organic and sheltering. Desert-adapted wildlife such as ostrich, springbok and gemsbok eke out an existence and are sparsely distributed here. Smaller creatures such as bat-eared fox and aardwolf can be seen at night in the cool desert air, and one bird, the aptly named dune lark, has its entire global distribution limited to the area, so dependent is it on the area’s characteristic sands. Early morning guided game drives to the spectacular towering dunes of Sossusvlei are through a private gate into the reserve. Sossusvlei is situated within the Namib Desert, the oldest desert in the world, which itself is part of the Namib Naukluft National Park that stretches 400km south of Walvis Bay and is sandwiched between the west coast and the escarpment that runs parallel more than 100km inland. Its huge red dunes and flat valley floors make up the archetypical view of the Namib that is world famous. Guided drives and walks are also offered on the private Kulala Wilderness Reserve with incredible views, desert-adapted wildlife and plants. A balloon safari at extra cost offers a unique experience soaring silently above the desert before landing for a champagne breakfast. Sunday 08-Nov-09 Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Little Kulala Lodge to Serra Cafema. Accommodation based on 3 nights. 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 4×4 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. Wednesday 11-Nov-09 Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Serra Cafema to Skeleton Coast Camp. Today you join the 4 day Explorations Safari: Skeleton Coast. 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 4×4 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 11-Nov-09 Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Serra Cafema to Skeleton Coast Camp. “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Frederick Maris – (Kulala Desert Lodge, Olive Grove Guesthouse, Baines Camp, DumaTau Camp, Royal Livingstone) Thursday 12-Nov-09 Scheduled flight from OR Tambo International to Windhoek International Airport. Accommodation Kulala Desert Lodge 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. Friday 13-Nov-09 You will be collected from Kulala Desert Lodge and taken on a Namib Sky Adventures balloon flight . Balloon Safaris over the Namib Naukluft dunes offer an unforgettable experience for the visitor to Namibia. The opportunity to glide over one of the most spectacular desert panoramas in the world is a rare pleasure and one that is enjoyed by only a few. The one-hour flight is followed by a champagne style breakfast. Pick up is before sunrise. Saturday 14-Nov-09 45min Scenic flight around Sossusvlei. Sunday 15-Nov-09 07:45 Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Kulala Desert Lodge to Eros Airport. Accommodation based on 1 nights. Olive Grove Guesthouse is an up-market establishment situated close to the Windhoek city centre in a quiet, peaceful area. There are 9 en-suite rooms all featuring direct dial telephone, private wall-mounted safe, multi-channel satellite television, remote controlled air conditioning, 100% cotton bed linen and down duvets, coffee/tea making facilities and mini bar/snack bar. Each room caters for the needs of the most discerning traveler with an emphasis on simplicity and elegance. There is a large veranda in front of every room, with tables and chairs for al fresco dining. The open-air lounge, spa bath, plunge pool and tranquil garden all invite the visitor to unwind and relax under Namibia’s open skies. The inside lounge is tastefully decorated, with comfortable chairs and a fireplace. A guest computer is available and lunches and dinners can be served on request. Monday 16-Nov-09 Private road transfer from Olive Grove Guesthouse to Windhoek Airport. Accommodation based on 3 nights. Set amongst the shady trees and water of the Okavango Delta, the small and intimate Baines’ Camp features just 5 luxurious suites set on elevated platforms in the tree line. Wooden decks offer expansive views over the permanent water of the Boro River and a lagoon teeming with life. Each suite is themed around one of Sir Thomas Baines’ paintings and furnishing includes light fittings and fabrics, which accentuate the various themes. The four-poster beds are fully mobile, giving guests the choice of slumber under star laden skies. Avid astronomers will delight in stargazing from the privacy of their own deck. During the day, custom-made hammocks will lure relaxation in the sunshine. This exclusive lodge is named for famed nineteenth century explorer and artist, Thomas Baines. The main area features an oversize deck for outdoor dining and views over the permanent water of the lagoon, as well as a swimming pool for refreshing sunbathing. This area, situated on a private concession neighbouring the Moremi, allows guests to explore by land and water, often into the night to discover nocturnal species. The permanent water reveals a world of floating safaris by mokoro or faster in a comfortable shaded motorboat. Walking safaris are a speciality at Baines, with skilled, armed guides introducing the area’s natural wonders. Balloon safaris offered at Stanley’s Camp will be available to guests at Baines’. Children 12 and older allowed. Thursday 19-Nov-09 Light aircraft transfer from Baines Camp to DumaTau Camp. Accommodation based on 3 nights. DumaTau Camp is a 10-roomed tented camp located in the private 125 000 hectare Linyanti Wildlife Reserve which borders onto the western boundary of Chobe National Park in northern Botswana. The camp is built on raised boardwalks under a shady grove of mangosteen trees, overlooking a large hippo-filled lagoon on the Linyanti waterways. The source of the Savuti Channel is close to the camp and game drives along the Savuti are one of the highlights. The rooms are spacious, raised off the ground and under thatch with canvas walls allowing guests to enjoy the night sounds of Africa from the comfort of their beds. The bathroom facilities are en-suite and each room also has an outside shower. The main areas include a dining room, bar, lounge, curio shop, plunge pool and a special guest toilet with a fantastic view. Sunday 22-Nov-09 Light aircraft transfer from DumaTau Camp to Livingstone Airport via Kasane Airport to clear immigrations. You will be collected from Royal Livingstone and taken on a private Tour of the Falls (includes return transfers). The Tour of the Victoria Falls from the Zambian side lasts for approximately one hour and offers excellent photographic opportunities. Visit the Eastern Cataract and cross the foot bridge to the Knife Edge. From January to June, the Zambian side of the Falls benefits from increased water flow. Participants are able to explore the Rainforest right up to Danger Point. Accommodation based on 1 night. Inspired by the gracious homes in Livingstone, The Royal Livingstone is a 5-star, 173-roomed luxury hotel. Only footsteps from the Zambezi River, the rooms and suites offer a tranquil retreat. The rooms are two-storey clusters and each cluster comprises approximately 10 en suite air-conditioned rooms, offering private balconies or terraces with views of the Zambezi River and Victoria Falls. Interior furnishings accentuate the influences of Africa. All the rooms have satellite TV, radio and video, mini-bar, mini-safe and telephone with message/wake-up/voice-mail facilities. In-room dining is available. A dramatic view of the river will be enjoyed from the central reception. An ideally positioned bar and lounge under an open-thatch roof is cooled by the swish of punkahs. With its comfortable armchairs and low ottomans the lounge is the place to enjoy an impeccably served high tea or to linger over port and cigars. The a la carte restaurant reflects the same high standard of service and opens onto spacious verandas and luxurious rolling lawns ending at the river’s edge. The Royal Livingstone offers the majesties of Africa with all the charms of a bygone era, and an unparalleled level of luxury, service and sophistication in the region. You will be collected from Royal Livingstone and taken on a sunset cruise aboard the African Queen. The African Queen (Zambia) is a triple deck, 70ft catamaran furnished with Zimbabwean Teak, beech wood and brass finishes, accommodating a total of 120 guests. The boat can be hired for functions and the decks can be split for separate groups. The decks accommodate 50-70 people on the lower deck, 40-60 on the mid deck and up to 10 guests in the Captains Cabin. Monday 23-Nov-09 Scheduled road transfer from Royal Livingstone to Livingstone Airport. “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Hakan Ericsson – (Keys Hotel, Machame Route Climb, Adventure Grade Camping Safari, Impala Hotel) Sunday 18 October 2009 Transfer from Nairobi to Keys Hotel, one way 7 night / 8 day Machame Standard Route climb package starting and ending in Moshi including two nights accommodation at Keys Hotel (bed and continental breakfast), 5 night / 6 day Machame Standard Route climb, camping fees, all food on the climb, transfers to and from the gate, guides and porters, tents, and mattresses. Mount Kilimanjaro stands 330 kilometres south of the equator, on the northern boundary of Tanzania. Its location, on an open plain close to the Indian Ocean, and its great size and height strongly influence the climbing conditions. Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain on the African continent. It is composed of three extinct volcanoes: Kibo at 5,895 metres (19,3400 feet), Mawenzi at 5,149 metres (16,896 feet), and Shira at 3,962 metres (13,000 feet). It is also one of the world’s highest free standing mountains, its bulk looming 4,800 metres above an undulating plain that averages around 1,000 metres above sea level. Its long axis lies in a north-west to south-west line for 60 kilometres and, at its widest part, Kilimanjaro is 40 kilometres across. The Machame Route is a fantastic opportunity to combine mountain skills and experience. It maximises the time and options available for climbing and allows for a more leisurely pace. The nights are spent camping, and we provide top mountain guides, porters and safari chefs to look after you. Camping equipment is provided and it is carried by the porters. There are no shower / bath facilities while doing the climb, and toilets will be long drops. You will be provided with a bowl of warm water each morning, on request, to wash with. It is advisable to “walk high, sleep low” – so after a short rest at the camps, walk up another few hundred metres and then return to camp for the evening. This will help you with acclimatisation to the altitude and assist with a successful summit. Kilimanjaro National Park comprises the area above the 2,700 metre contour. It includes the moorland and highland zones, Shira Plateau, Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. In addition, the Park has six corridors, or rights of way, through the Kilimanjaro Forest Reserve. The Forest Reserve, which is also a Game Reserve, was established in 1921. The Park was established in 1973 and officially opened in 1977. The Park exists to preserve Mount Kilimanjaro’s outstanding scenic and geological features and its flora and fauna for the use and enjoyment of all people, present and future. This is also the aim of the Forest and Game Reserve below the Park itself, and these different agencies are co-operative in the conservation of all the mountain’s resources. Day 1: Tonight is spent at Keys Hotel on a bed and continental breakfast basis. Keys Hotel is a modern tourist hotel located in the small town of Moshi, offering good views of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is a family run concern, and is a good base from which to commence your climb. There is a swimming pool and garden area, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Day 2: After an early breakfast, a senior guide will do your climb briefing. You will then be driven to the National Park Gate near Machame Village (approximately 1 hour) where you will meet the rest of your guides and porters. After the formalities at the gate have been completed, you will start your walk through the spectacular tropical rain forest. This section of the cllimb should take you approximately 6 hours to complete, after which you arrive at Machame Hut (3,300 metres). Day 3: Depart Machame Hut and cross the valley. You will climb up rock ridges and hike through heather. It is a fairly steep start, followed by an hour or so of hard uphill, then approximately 2 hours at a more gentle angle through the lower moorlands, which brings you to the top of a rocky bluff. Lunch is normally taken here. From the lunch stop you will start westwards, up towards Shira Cathedral. The last section of this route is relatively flat and easy. Camp at Shira Hut (3,800 metres), a fairly exposed and cold campsite. You may experience rain or sleetand the ground and tents will probably be frozen over in the morning. Day 4: From Shira, continue east towards Kibo, passing the junction, then on towards the Lava Tower. You will be walking at an approximate altitude of 4,500 metres, around the southern side of the mountain. A few steep sections and valleys, some parts that look like a “moon landscape” and quite a steep descent to Baranco. Today is a long and fairly tiring day. This is part of your acclimatisation – walking in height from 3,800 metres up to 4,500 metres, and then overnighting at 3,900 metres. The night temperature at camp will again be cold with night frosts. Overnight at Baranco Hut (3,940 metres). Day 5: Your first obstacle today is to breach the Baranco Wall, a 600-foot rock. The climb over the rock is not a technical one, but it is long, hard and tiring. The guides will use rope on some sections for peace of mind. Once over the wall, the climb becomes easier and extremely beautiful with fantastic views of the crags and crevasses of the jagged peaks on your left. Descend to the Karangu Valley for lunch before continuing onto Barafu Hut (4,600 metres). This is a slow, tough hike as the air begins to get quite thin. It will be very cold today as you will be walking through the clouds. Settle down for an early night tonight. Day 6: Today you will be heading for the highest point in Africa, Uhuru Peak (5,895 metres). You will be woken around midnight to commence the 6 hour hike to Stella Point (5,750 metres), arriving around sunrise. You will be walking in the dark as the ground is frozen and this makes it easier to ascend this steep section. At dawn, from the Crater Rim, rugged Mawenzi is a thrilling sight, with Kibo Saddle still in darkness beneath you, and the Crater’s ice-walls looming ahead of you. The views are spectacular and it makes the entire journey worth every step! Continue another 1 to 2 hours to Uhuru Peak, along the wide paths of the crater rim – peering down onto massive glaciers shining in the morning sun. Arriving at Uhuru can be quite emotional, with the strain of the summit finally behind you and Africa surrounding you! After a few photos at the summit, begin your steep but picturesque decent to Mweka (3,100 metres), stopping for rest and nourishment along the way, arriving in the late afternoon for overnight. Day 7: A 3 to 4 hour descent through the pretty rainforest to Mweka Gate, where the vehicle will meet you. You will be transferred to the hotel (approximately 45 minutes) for a well-needed shower and an evening of celebration by the swimming pool. Overnight at Keys Hotel on a bed and continental breakfast basis. Day 8: The tour ends after breakfast. Park fees for 5 night / 6 day Machame Route Climb. 25 October 2009 Transfer from Keys Hotel to Arusha, one way Private 4×4 vehicle with game viewing hatches for Adventure Grade Camping Safari from Arusha, return to Arusha including equipment (walk-in safari tents (3m x 1.9m x 3m), camp bedroll and bedding, mess tent, tables, chairs, fridges and / or coolboxes), driver / English speaking guide and safari chef, fuel, game drives, all vehicle / staff entries, and Public and Passenger Liability. ADVENTURE GRADE CAMPING SAFARI “Adventure Grade” Camping Safaris are run with a crew of a cook / assistant plus guide. It is a viable option for those keen to camp and stay in more remote places. You are accompanied by an experienced, knowledgeable guide, a camp assistant and a cook – all fully trained professionals who will prioritise your comfort and safety as well as striving to ensure optimal game-viewing opportunities throughout your journey. Meals usually consist of a cooked breakfast or brunch, light lunch and a three-course dinner. Fridges are used for safe and efficient storage of meat and food, and cool boxes are used for keeping your drinks cold – your guide will show you the best places to purchase these prior to departure and along the way. You are requested to erect your own tent on arrival at camp and dismantle your tent on departure. This is very simple to do and takes about five minutes – your guide will show you how this is done. The balance of the chores (cooking, washing up, etc) will be taken care of by the camp assistant and cook. It is important to note that this is a quality camping product, and not a luxury mobile camp. Accommodation is in the public campsites of Tanzania’s National Parks and, despite our best efforts, Wild Frontiers Tanzania has very little control over the quality and standards of ablution facilities at the campsite. Please be aware that the toilets in public campsites are long-drop style without flush. 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. Olduvai Gorge and optional Masai Village visit. Between Ngorongoro and Serengeti, we visit the famous Olduvai Gorge, where remains of early man were discovered by Louis Leakey. The museum is facinating, 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. Monday 26 October 2009 Crater Visit Fee. 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 CONSERVATION AREA The 8,300 square kilometre Ngorongoro Conservation Area is named after its central feature, the Ngorongoro Crater, which is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, and within which has eveolved an extraordinary natural sanctuary for some of Africa’s densest populations of large mammals. The crater floor itself is 260 square kilometres and, from the viewing points at the rim, the vast herds of wildebeest, buffalo and zebra look like mere ant formations winding their way across the grasslands below! The crater is also home to a great diversity of environments and you may encounter all of the large herbivores mentioned above, as well as lions, hyenas, jackals, male elephants (female and family groups tend to stay up on the higher slopes) and, in the forest around the crater, the occasional leopard and bushbuck. There is an active black rhino breeding project inside the crater and you may be lucky enough to spot some of these magnificent, shy beasts during your tour, but sightings are limited as breeding areas are strictly protected and usually closed to public access. Ngorongoro Park Fees. Tuesday 27 October 2009 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. Serengeti Park Fees. Thursday 29 October 2009 Accommodation at Impala Hotel in a Standard Room on a Bed and Breakfast basis for 1 night The Impala Hotel is located in Arusha, at the foot of Mount Meru and adjacent to a quiet residential area, just one kilometre from the town centre and 30 minutes from the Kilimanjaro International Airport. The hotel offers 160 well-furnished rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and 21-inch colour television. The rooms are spacious, well ventilated and are especially designed to make you comfortable. Friday 30 October 2009 Transfer from Arusha to Nairobi, one way “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Helen Miranda – (Saxon Hotel, Rovos Rail, Ellerman House, Jao Camp, Mombo Camp, Vumbura Plains, River Club, Intercontinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Singita Ebony Lodge) Monday 05 Oct 2009 Private road transfer from OR Tambo International Airport to Saxon Hotel. Accommodation based on 1 night. Situated in the exclusive Sandhurst suburb of Sandton, The Saxon, a boutique hotel and spa, combines ethnic African elegance with personalised attention to detail. It became home to Nelson Mandela after he was released from prison, and it was during his stay that South Africa’s former President edited his autobiography Long Walk to Freedom. Off the main entrance there is a boutique shop, piano lounge, smoking library and dining room, where world-class chefs ensure personalised cuisine. The wine cellar serves as an exclusive dining area for couples or small groups. The Saxon has 24 suites of various sizes, ranging from the Egoli Suites, three Presidential suites, and the magnificent Nelson Mandela Platinum Suite. All incorporate a strong element of African art, with latticed shutters covering large bay windows looking out over the gardens or pool area. Each suite features large screen televisions, VCR and DVD player with surround sound system. There is a magnificent nine hundred and twenty square metre swimming pool, pool terrace where sundowners can be served and an Olive Bar. A full menu of spa treatments is offered at the Spa and Studio using the most up-to-date equipment and there is also a fitness centre. Private road transfer from Saxon Hotel to Capital Park Station. Accommodation based on 1 night. Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for allowing guests to recapture the romance and atmosphere of a by-gone era. The trains – which may be hauled by steam, diesel or electric locomotives at various stages of the journeys – carry a maximum of 72 passengers in 36 superbly appointed suites. The coaches have been painstakingly rebuilt and refurbished to offer discerning travellers the last word in comfort and style. The use of traditional furnishings and period decor, with top-class craftsmanship evident in fine wood panelling, has ensured an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur. Permission was sought and granted by South African Railways to run the Observation Cars at the back of the Trains, enabling enlargement of the windows and the construction of unique open-air balconies. The rebuilt sleeper coaches offer every modern convenience and comfort. The epitome of luxury with handsome wood panelling and period Edwardian features, the air-conditioned suites accommodate two people offering the option of twin or spacious double beds. All suites are equipped with a writing desk and for valuables, a personal safe. There’s also a bar fridge filled with the drinks of the passengers’ choice and room service is available 24 hours a day. The en-suite bathrooms have original fittings, with hot showers, hair dryers, heaters and shaver plugs. All meals are served in one sitting only, in the charming Victorian atmosphere of the Dining Cars. Many of the passengers aboard the Pride of Africa enjoy the formality of fine china, crisp linen and silver, and dress accordingly. During the day dress is more casual, with cool, comfortable clothes and hats recommended for the excursions, especially in the game reserves where it can be very hot. In maintaining the spirit of travel of a bygone era, there are no radios or television sets onboard. 15:00 Depart Rovos Rail’s private Capital Park Station aboard the Pride of Africa DAY 2 10:00 Arrive in Kimberley.Passengers visit the Big Hole, the Diamond Museum and take a tram ride. 12:30 Depart from Kimberley and proceed overnight via De Aar and Beaufort West for Matjiesfontein. DAY 3 08:15 Visit the historic village of Matjiesfontein. 10:30 Depart Matjiesfontein and proceed via Touws River, De Doorns and Worcester to Cape Town. 18:00 Arrive Cape Town Station, Platform 24. Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Cape Town Station to Ellerman House. Accommodation based on 4 nights. Ellerman House is a landmark in the premier Cape Town suburb of Bantry Bay. This beautifully restored mansion is in the style of Sir Herbert Baker, and provides elegant accommodation in a tranquil setting. An impressive teak staircase leads to the tasteful drawing and living rooms, with antique fireplaces, books and furnishings. The stylish mood of Ellerman House is further complemented by excellent cuisine, and it boasts a fully stocked cellar of South African vintage wines. A well-equipped gym and sauna allow guests to relax and unwind. With only 11 luxurious and individually decorated rooms, Ellerman House is an exclusive, private retreat. Individual balconies offer magnificent views across the Atlantic to Robben Island and the Cape Town skyline. Ellerman House is a member of the Relais & Chateaux group. Vehicle and guide at your disposal on a full day basis. Vehicle and guide at your disposal on a full day basis. Vehicle and guide at your disposal on a full day basis. Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Ellerman House to Cape Town International Airport. Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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. Light aircraft transfer from Jao Camp to Mombo Camp. Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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 4×4 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. Light aircraft transfer from Mombo Camp to Vumbura Plains. Accommodation based on 2 nights. 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 4×4 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. Light aircraft transfer from Vumbura Plains to Livingstone Airport via Kasane Airport. Accommodation based on 2 nights 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. Scheduled transfer from River Club to Livingstone Airport. Accommodation based on 1 night. The Intercontinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is situated right across from OR Tambo International Airport. Each of the 138 rooms has its own bathroom, air conditioning, television, radio, coffee and tea making facilities as well as a mini-bar, access to 24-hour room service as well as in-room flight information. The hotel has a first class restaurant Quills, with an informal atmosphere, offering modern cuisine from breakfast through to late night a la carte dining. The cocktail bar is an ideal meeting place for the international traveller. In-room dining with an optional “flight friendly” menu is also available. The hotel has its own health and fitness centre with fully equipped gym as well as indoor heated pool and Camelot Health Spa offers a full range of treatments. Wednesday 21 Oct 2009 This morning you will catch the Shuttle Bus back to the airport and then you will check in with Federal Air who will then transfer you by road to the Federal Air lounge where your ticket for the flights will be issued. At 12h40 you will then be transferred by light aircraft direct to Singita Game Reserve arriving at 13h45. A room at Singita Ebony Lodge has been reserved for you for 3 nights on a full board basis (all meals, drinks and game activities). Singita Ebony Lodge languishes in a cool silence in the shade of jackalberry trees on the bank of the Sand River, in the heart of the Sabi Sands Reserve. Singita Ebony Lodge is man’s love affair with Africa, timeworn colonial furniture and ethnic craft merge with vibrant hand-woven fabrics and relics collected from the land – a tribute to nature’s eternal struggle. Saturday 24 Oct 2009 This morning after your game drive and breakfast you will be transferred by light aircraft back to OR Tambi International airport in time for your scheduled flight back home. “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Helen Krawiec – (Protea Hotel Waterfront, Hippo Hollow Country Retreat, Lugogo Sun Swaziland, Elephant Lake Hotel St Lucia, Tropicana Hotel, Drakensberg Gardens Hotel, The Kennaway Hotel, The Paxton Hotel, Knysna Hollow Country Estate, Hollow on the Square, Protea Fire & Ice Hotel) TISA – ESSENTIALS – EXPLORER CLASS TOUR 19th Sep 2009 | Johannesburg 20th Sep 2009 | Johannesburg 21st Sep 2009 | Johannesburg – Hazyview 22nd Sep 2009 | Kruger National Park 23rd Sep 2009 | Hazyview – Swaziland 24th Sep 2009 | Swaziland – St Lucia and surrounds 25th Sep 2009 | St Lucia and surrounds – Durban 26th Sep 2009 | Durban – Drakensberg 27th Sep 2009 | Drakensberg 28th Sep 2009 | Drakensberg – East London 29th Sep 2009 | Port Elizabeth 30th Sep 2009 | Port Elizabeth – Knysna 1st Oct 2009 | Oudtshoorn 2nd Oct 2009 | Knysna – Cape Town 3rd Oct 2009 | Cape Town 4th Oct 2009 | Cape Town 5th Oct 2009 | Cape Town “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Bernhard Riedel – (Arusha Hotel, Authentic Mobile Camp Safari) Friday 18 September 2009 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 A sparkling renaissance of its former self, The Arusha Hotel is a unique 5-star hospitality experience in Northern Tanzania. AUTHENTIC STYLE MOBILE CAMP SAFARI Meals usually consist of a cooked breakfast, light lunch and a three-course dinner. You are supplied with 2 litres of mineral water per day on the mobile safari. Your guide will be happy to show you where best to purchase other beverages or alcoholic drinks prior to departure and at convenient points along the way. Your drinks supply will be carried in the supply vehicle. TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK Tarangire Park Fees. LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK Lake Manyara Park Fees. NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA Crater Visit Fee. 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 Ngorongoro Park Fees. 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 Olduvai Gorge and optional Masai Village visit. Serengeti Park Fees. Ngorongoro Transit Fee. Accommodation at The Arusha Hotel in a Standard Room on a Bed and Breakfast basis for 1 night In : Friday 25-Sep-2009 Out : Saturday 26-Sep-2009 Transfer from Arusha to Kilimanjaro Airport, one way “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Mark Tarlton – (Victoria Falls Hotel, Kwando Kwara Camp, Khwai River Lodge, Sandibe Safari Lodge) Saturday 05 Sep 2009 Scheduled flight from OR Tambo International Airport to Victoria Falls Airport. Accommodation based on 1 nights. Internationally acclaimed, The Victoria Falls Hotel set in acres of private gardens, was established in 1904 and for almost 100 years, visiting members of Royal families, heads of state, celebrities, authors, journalists and poets, have preferred to stay at The Victoria Falls Hotel, where they are assured of privacy, comfort and care. Situated in a prime location overlooking Victoria Falls bridge and gorge, the hotel offers guests the opportunity of walking to the falls along it’s own private pathway. The suites and rooms, 180 in total, are well appointed, cool and comfortable. Each room is air-conditioned and offers every modern amenity. The beautifully appointed Edwardian swimming pool, surrounded by lush gardens and exotic trees, affords total privacy. Two all-weather courts are in the hotel grounds, and golf and other sporting activities are only a short ride away. The hotel offers guests a choice of four dining areas: The Terrace (Stanley’s) accommodates 120 guests and serves breakfast, a la Carte lunch, High Tea and a la Carte dinner; The Livingstone room can also accommodate 120 guests and is very formal serving exquisite a la carte/Table d’hote dinner; The Jungle Junction is a more informal setting serving a la carte lunches and barbeque dinners; and lastly, The Poolside serves light meals throughout the day. Same day laundry service, safety deposit boxes, open secure parking, car hire and touring desks, a chapel, a library, a shop, a doctor on call, left luggage service, baby-sitters, hairdressers, packed breakfasts and lunches are a few of the services offered by the hotel. Sunday 06 Sep 2009 Scheduled road transfer from Victoria Falls Hotel to Victoria Falls Airport. Accommodation based on 2 nights. Kwara Camp is located in the 17 000 square kilometre private Kwara Concession in the remote northern part of the Okavango Delta. The area is one of permanent Delta water, and this unspoiled pristine wilderness has a variety of habitats ranging from reed and papyrus-lined waterways to rolling grasslands and ancient forests. The area is home to an astounding array of animal and bird life, including Lion, Hyena, Leopard, Cheetah and Wild Dog. There are good populations of Elephant, Buffalo and Zebra and over 300 species of birds. Antelope species are prolific, with good populations of the rare sable antelope. The camp is situated under tall trees overlooking a lagoon. The 8 twin-bedded luxury safari style tents are built on raised teak decks each with en suite facilities. The intimate dining and lounge area is under thatch, built around a large shade tree overlooking the lagoon. Activities include morning and evening drives, mokoro (dugout canoe) and motorboat rides, as well as daily walks and fishing. Tuesday 08 Sep 2009 Light aircraft transfer from Kwara Camp to Khwai River Lodge. Accommodation based on 2 nights. Khwai River Lodge is situated under a canopy of indigenous leadwood and fig trees overlooking the Khwai River floodplain at the North Gate of the Moremi Game Reserve. Accommodation comprises 15 twin bedded, en suite luxury tents, each with a private shaded deck facing the Khwai River. Each tent has air conditioning, heating and a thatched roof. Facilities include a raised viewing platform, a heated swimming pool, a curio shop, an open sided lounge / dining area and bar. Complimentary internet usage is available in the purpose built and discreet internet lounge. Morning and evening game drives provide excellent sighting opportunities, and spot lit night drives provide viewing of lesser-known nocturnal creatures. The days’ activities include a cultural visit to a local village, a game walk in the company of a professional guide, and relaxing on the viewing platform overlooking the river. Light aircraft transfer from Khwai River Lodge to Sandibe Safari Lodge. Accommodation based on 2 nights. Sandibe Camp is situated in a private concession in the South Eastern Okavango Delta adjoining the Moremi Game Reserve and adjacent to the Santantadibe River system. It offers an all round Okavango experience with game drives, walks, river cruises and mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursions. The camp sleeps a maximum of 16 guests in 8 African inspired cottages, each with an en suite bathroom, open air shower and private veranda. The camp construction is based on the theme of a traditional African Village, and the rooms are built out of brick and shaggy thatch. Tucked under forest canopy, the main area comprises a lounge, dining room and hammocked decks with views across the waterways. There is also a swimming pool and curio shop. Dinners are prepared and served in the open Boma that also boasts a charcoal-cooled wine cellar. Light aircraft transfer from Sandibe Safari Lodge to Maun Airport. “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari” Penny Osantowski – (The Bay Hotel, Shamwari Game Reserve, Eagles Crag Lodge, Port Elizabeth) Thursday 03 September 2009 10:00 Scheduled road transfer from Cape Town International Airport to The Bay Hotel. Accommodation has been reserved for you for 6 night/s. 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. 09:00 You will be collect from The Bay Hotel and taken on your Peninsula with Whale-watching Boat Trip Depart the city for Simonstown to board the 32-foot catamaran, Whale Rider for a 2-hour boat trip and the chance of a personal encounter with False Bay’s Whales, Dolphins and Great White Sharks. Excellent sightings are possible as we may approach within 50 metres of these species which, from June to November, principally include Southern Right Whales (that enter Cape waters to mate and calve), with Humpback, Bryde, Minke and Sei Whales, Common and Bottlenose Dolphins seen throughout the year. Return to port for lunch at a seafood restaurant, then stop at the unique African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach. Continue down the coast into the Cape of Good Hope National Park, where we might see various endemic Cape species like Ostrich, Bontebok, Baboon and Cape Mountain Zebra. Walk or ride the funicular up to the famous Cape Point Lighthouse to take in the magical vistas of False Bay from this, the tip of the Peninsula and south westernmost point of Africa. Leave the reserve, heading home past the beaches of Noordhoek and over Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most spectacular coastal passes in the world, through the fishing village of Hout Bay and along the beautiful Atlantic Seaboard. 15:00 You will be collected from The Bay Hotel and taken on a scheduled aftenoon City Tour including Table Mountain and Sundowner drinks, inclusive of entrance fees and private transfers. Depart the city in the afternoon for the Lower Cableway Station to board the revolving cable car, for a 5 minute ride to the top of Table Mountain. 1036 meters above sea level, it affords bird’s-eye views of both city and peninsula as you walk its summit (weather permitting). Return to the city via the old Cape Malay Quarter, for a walk through the Company Gardens, the fresh produce gardens for visiting ships and locals from the mid 17th Century and today, home to the SA Museum, Cultural History Museum, Houses of Parliament, National Gallery and St George’s Cathedral. Stroll through the city to Greenmarket Square to browse African mementos at its bustling market stalls. Enjoy “sundowners” (typical SA end-of-day drinks) of sparkling wine and soft drinks, either on the summit of Table Mountain (weather permitting) or atop nearby Signal Hill with its spectacular views across the city, as the sun sets over the Atlantic Ocean. 12:30 Scheduled road transfer from The Bay Hotel to Cape Town International Airport. Guests own arrangements until 12 September 2009 11:00 Scheduled road transfer from The Radisson Hotel in Port Elizabeth to Shamwari Game Reserve, Eagles Crag Lodge Accommodation has been reserved for you for 3 nights. Accommodation Shamwari Game Reserve, Eagles Crag Lodge Eagles Crag Lodge is nestled in a valley and provides the ultimate luxury for the most discerning of travellers. Each of the nine superior rooms has been built to maximize the privacy of the guest in the most tranquil of settings. The en-suite suites boast a private deck with pool, as well as, indoor and outdoor showers. Decorated in light and contemporary colours, with wall-to-wall glass doors on two sides, these suites provide stunning views of the surrounding cliffs. Scheduled road transfer from Shamwari Game Reserve, Eagles Crag Lodge to Port Elizabeth Airport for your scheduled flight on South African Airways flight SA420 to Johannesburg departing at 15:25 “WE Wish you a Wonderful and Exciting Safari”A Few Past Tailormade Safaris
• 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
• 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 4×4 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
• 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 4×4 safari vehicles
• Available on a nightly basis2
• 2008 – Included in AA Green Rooms book of 100 eco-friendly and ethical places around the world
• 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
Indulge at the House of Waine for one night in a room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes breakfast.
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.
Full Airport Taxes are included
Transfer from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha, one way
In : Tuesday 22-Jun-2010 Out : Wednesday 23-Jun-2010
Depart with a private 4×4 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.
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.
In : Wednesday 23-Jun-2010 Out : Thursday 24-Jun-2010
In : Thursday 24-Jun-2010 Out : Friday 25-Jun-2010
Please note: The Masai Village visit is an additional per vehicle cost split between the group and paid direct to the village.
In : Friday 25-Jun-2010 Out : Monday 28-Jun-2010
Maximum baggage allowance of 15kg per person, including hand luggage. Soft bags are strongly recommended.
Includes airport taxes.
In : Monday 28-Jun-2010 Out : Tuesday 29-Jun-2010
Accommodation Kalahari Plains Camp
Room : Tented Room
Check out: 18 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, accommodation, twice daily scheduled camp activities, local drinks and park fees.
Accommodation Vumbura Plains
Room : Tented Room
Check out: 21 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
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.
Accommodation Jao Camp
Room : Tented Room
Check out: 24 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Accommodation Mombo Camp
Room : Tented Room
Check out: 27 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Accommodation Muchenje Safari Lodge
Room : Standard Room
Check out: 30 Jul 2010
Included : All meals, local drinks and daily game activities
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.
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).
• 2 intimate camps of 9 tented suites each (overhead fans)
• Exclusive butler service
• Lap pool
• Twice-daily game drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles, spotlit night drives and guided nature walks
You will be collected from Wilson airport and be driven with fellow guests to Jomo Kenyata International airport.
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.
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)
Scheduled boat transfer from Kasane Immigrations (Waterfront) to Ichobezi Ichingo River Lodge.
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
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.
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)
Meet and Assist, and Private road transfer from Cape Town International Airport to Spier Hotel.
Accommodation Spier Hotel
Room : Standard Room/s
Dates : Check in : 01 Jun 2010
Check out: 04 Jun 2010
Included : Breakfast
Private road transfer from Cape Town International Airport to The Bay Hotel.
Accommodation The Bay Hotel
Room : Premier Room
Dates : Check in : 08-May-10
Check out: 10-May-10
Included : Breakfast
Accommodation Southern Sun OR Tambo International Airport Hotel
Room : Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 10-May-10
Check out: 11-May-10
Included : Breakfast
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)
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)
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)
Light aircraft transfer from Kasane to Livingstone Airport.
Scheduled transfer from Livingstone Airport to River Club.
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)
Indulge at the House of Waine for one night in a room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes breakfast.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scheduled road transfer from Livingstone Airport to Thorntree River Lodge.
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
Scheduled flight from Livingstone Airport to OR Tambo International Airport.
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
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
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.
Room : 1 x Luxury Room
Dates : Check in : 16 Jan 2010
Check out: 19 Jan 2010
Included : Breakfast
Accommodation Spier Hotel
Room : 1 x Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 19 Jan 2010
Check out: 22 Jan 2010
Included : Breakfast
• 75 ensuite rooms
• Breathtaking vistas
• Spa treatments, outdoor dining in a variety of secluded settings and a boutique store
• Twice-daily game drives, full-day trips into the caldera, a variety of hiking trails and cultural excursions
• 66 stone and thatch huts
• Private balcony to enjoy breathtaking vistas
• A decorative bar, boutique store, outdoor dining options and a sparkling infinity pool
• Game drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles, guided walking safari and an exhilarating balloon safari
The Serengeti ecosystem’s diverse habitats range from vast open grassland plains to acacia strewn savannahs and rocky outcrops, and sustain more than thirty species of large herbivores and over five hundred varieties of birds. In what is said to be the largest movement of animals on the planet, wildebeest, zebra and gazelle herds number in their millions and follow the seasonal rains in search of water and fresh grazing. The Migration is beyond doubt one of the wonders of the animal world. A million and more animals playing out their lives in the Serengeti ecosystem, watched all the way by lions, hyenas and crocodiles looking for dinner.
On this awesome safari, guests are given the unique opportunity to roam around the Greater Serengeti in authentic Nomad fashion. The camps are semi nomadic, meaning they won’t actually move during a guests visit, shadowing the Migration so guests, their own Tanzanian driver/guide and private 4WD vehicle, are as close to a million wildebeest as possible.
Accommodation Little Kulala Lodge
Room : 1 x Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 06-Nov-09
Check out: 08-Nov-09
Included : All meals, activities, park fees, and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Accommodation Serra Cafema
Room : 1 x Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 08-Nov-09
Check out: 11-Nov-09
Included : All meals, activities, park fees, and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Safari departs Windhoek (International or Eros Airport) at 10h00 latest, guests need to be at the airport by no later than 09h30 in order to make this flight, and return to Windhoek (International or Eros) between 16h00 and 17h00 on the last day.
14:30 Scheduled seat rate in light aircraft, transfer from Windhoek Airport to Kulala Desert Lodge.
Accommodation based on 3 nights.
Room : 4 x Chalets
Dates : Check in : 12-Nov-09
Check out: 15-Nov-09
Included : All meals, activities, park fees, and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Private road transfer from Eros Airport to Olive Grove Guesthouse.
Accommodation Olive Grove Guesthouse
Room : 4 x Luxury Rooms
Dates : Check in : 15-Nov-09
Check out: 16-Nov-09
Included : Breakfast
Scheduled flight from Windhoek Airport to Maun Airport.
Light aircraft transfer from Maun Airport to Baines Camp.
Accommodation Baines Camp
Room : 4 x Suites
Dates : Check in : 16-Nov-09
Check out: 19-Nov-09
Included : All meals, local drinks and scheduled daily activities
Accommodation DumaTau Camp
Room : 4 x Tented Rooms
Dates : Check in : 19-Nov-09
Check out: 22-Nov-09
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
The region has all the habitat diversity to make it a haven for wildlife. Activities are diverse and allow guests to spend time on the water (if water levels permit this), on land and occasionally on foot. Day and night game drives are conducted in open 4×4 vehicles along the Savuti Channel and the banks of Linyanti River. There are many hides in the area where guests can enjoy wildlife viewing up close and away from a vehicle. One of the best hides is right at the source of the Savuti and many species of wildlife and birdlife can usually be enjoyed from this hide. The area is famous for its elephant concentrations in the winter months and for the great general game viewing all year. Huge herds of elephant congregate in winter along the waterways and lagoons and at waterholes that are located along the Savuti channel. All the predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena and wild dog feast on the prey species in the area including impala, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, lechwe and tsessebe.
Scheduled road transfer from Livingstone Airport to Royal Livingstone.
Accommodation Royal Livingstone
Room : 4 x Luxury Rooms
Dates : Check in : 22-Nov-09
Check out: 23-Nov-09
Included : Breakfast
In the fading twilight hours, take a sunset cruise. Heed the call of Africa while sipping traditional cocktails and enjoying legendary snacks . Complimentary transfers will collect you at 15:30 in winter and 16:00 hrs in the summer months in time for the cruise departures at 16:00 hrs in winter and 16:30 in summer. Following this most memorable of experiences, you will be transferred back to your hotel between 18:30 hrs and 19:00 hrs (winter and summer respectively).
Please note guests are given 3 drinks coupons per person on arrival, whereafter a cash bar will be available (excludes wine).
Scheduled flight from Livingstone Airport to OR Tambo International Airport.
Public shuttle transfer.
Park fees are not included in the package cost, but are charged and indicated separately.
All meals and additional services for Adventure Grade Camping Safari.
All the equipment is carried in a trailer. Guests are requested to erect their own tents, but the crew will take care of the rest of the chores.
Lake Manyara Camp Fees for public campsite.
Please note: The Masai Village visit is an additional per vehicle cost split between the group and paid direct to the village.
Ngorongoro Camp Fees for public campsite.
Ngorongoro Transit Fee.
Serengeti Camp Fees for public campsite.
In : Thursday 29-Oct-2009 Out : Friday 30-Oct-2009
Please note that OR Tambo International Airport was previously known as Johannesburg International Airport.
Accommodation Saxon Hotel
Room : 1 x Egoli Suite
Dates : Check in : 05 Oct 2009
Check out: 06 Oct 2009
Included : Breakfast
Tuesday 06 Oct 2009
Accommodation Rovos Rail
Room : 1 x Royal suite
Dates : Check in : 06 Oct 2009
Check out: 08 Oct 2009
Included : All meals, activities and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Thursday 08 Oct 2009
Vehicle and guide at your disposal on a full day basis.
Accommodation Ellerman House
Room : East Wing Suite
Dates : Check in : 08 Oct 2009
Check out: 12 Oct 2009
Included : Breakfast and airport transfer
Friday 09 Oct 2009
Saturday 10 Oct 2009
Sunday 11 Oct 2009
Monday 12 Oct 2009
Scheduled flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo International Airport.
Scheduled flight from OR Tambo International Airport to Maun Airport.
Light aircraft transfer from Maun Airport to Jao Camp.
Accommodation Jao Camp
Room : 1 x Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 12 Oct 2009
Check out: 14 Oct 2009
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Wednesday 14 Oct 2009
Accommodation Mombo Camp
Room : 1 x Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 14 Oct 2009
Check out: 16 Oct 2009
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Friday 16 Oct 2009
Accommodation Vumbura Plains
Room : 1 x Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 16 Oct 2009
Check out: 18 Oct 2009
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
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.
Sunday 18 Oct 2009
Scheduled transfer from Livingstone Airport to River Club.
Accommodation River Club
Room : 1 x Chalet
Dates : Check in : 18 Oct 2009
Check out: 20 Oct 2009
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)
Tuesday 20 Oct 2009
Accommodation Intercontinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Room : 1 x Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 20 Oct 2009
Check out: 21 Oct 2009
Included : Breakfast
The suites at Singita Ebony are places of quiet contemplation, where the silence and solitude is measured only by the harmony of the forest and plains beyond. Singita Ebony Lodge is the epitome of the luxury safari experience, combining quality and simple refinement to define the wonder of the wild.
Singita Ebony is found on the banks of the Sand River, in the very heart of the renowned Sabi Sand Reserve. This, the founding lodge of the Singita brand, is renowned for its commitment to exclusivity and privacy in one of the finest settings in Africa. Singita Ebony Lodge consists of:
• 12 luxurious suites (24 beds), 2 of which are double and convert to family suites.
• Luxury suites consist of sumptuous bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, and an expansive living area with double-sided fireplace, mini-bar and fridge and private wooden leisure decks with a private plunge pool.
• All suites are air-conditioned and also offer the option of ceiling fans.
• Rooms have direct dial telephones, and the library has two computers and direct internet links.
• The main lodge has lounge and timber deck dining areas overlooking the Sand River, a bar area and traditional open boma, gymnasium, health spa, library and wine cellar.
• Tariffs include all-suite accommodation, three meals per day, All drinks, including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs (excluding champagnes), open Land-Rover safaris accompanied by experienced guides and trackers
Guests have access to a wide range of activities, including:
Early morning game drives and guided bush walks.
Afternoon (into evening) game drives in open Land-Rovers.
Seasonal fishing.
Community tours into neighbouring villages.
Shopping is an option – the African Trading Store stocks a range of
African artifacts and curios.
Each lodge has a spa complete with a fully-equipped gymnasium.
Each lodge has its own swimming pool,
with each suite complete with its own private plunge pool.
Internet, satellite TV and fax facilities, and a well-stocked library are available to guests at both lodges
South African Essentials – Johannesburg To Cape Town
Upon arrival ex SA237 from London @ 08h45 you’ll be met and assisted to your shuttle service to your hotel. You are under own arrangements.
Protea Hotel Waterfront – bed and breakfast basis
You are under own arrangements until 19h00 when we all meet at the hotel reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet up with your fellow travellers.
Protea Hotel Waterfront – bed and breakfast basis
This morning we leave for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld. Travel along the Panorama Route via Graskop, visiting the viewing sites of the Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa, God’s Window, with a boundless view of mountains and fertile plains and finally a visit to Bourke’s Luck Potholes before heading to Hazyview.
Hippo Hollow Country Retreat – dinner, bed and breakfast basis
A bright and early start to the day in order to enjoy the wonders of exploring the Kruger National Park in your closed vehicle. Enter the park and keep a lookout for the wonderful flora and bird life that abounds. The Kruger National Park is an internationally renowned game reserve of nearly 2 million hectares and supports the largest variety of wildlife species on the African continent. Spend the day in search of game before returning to your hotel. Optional full day open safari vehicle game drive in the Kruger National Park is available.
Hippo Hollow Country Retreat or similar – bed and breakfast basis
This morning after breakfast, check out and depart on your journey to Swaziland. We proceed south through to Malelane and then on to Swaziland. Visit the famous Ngwenya Glass Factory before arriving at the hotel for an overnight stay.
Lugogo Sun – bed and breakfast basis
This morning we journey through Swaziland into Zululand, stopping en-route to bargain for curios and souvenirs at the roadside markets. Our journey continues into the Kingdom of KwaZulu-Natal where ancient traditions and modern cultures of both Zulu and Settler have combined into a vibrant society living in peace and harmony. The World Heritage Site of St Lucia offers the opportunity of sighting many hippos, crocodile and bird life. Optional afternoon sundowner St Lucia boat cruise available.
Elephant Lake Hotel – bed and breakfast basis
Guests have the option to lie in, or take an optional morning open safari game drive (not included) before heading off later in the morning towards Durban. We visit the botanical gardens and continue with a city centre orientation tour before arriving at our hotel late afternoon. Optional morning open safari vehicle game drive in the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve is available.
Tropicana Hotel or similar – dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Today we head into the majestic southern Drakensberg mountains. We proceed to the 300 feet high, Howick Falls, continuing through the southern Midlands Meander route, arriving at our hotel mid afternoon. Your afternoon is at leisure to soak up the surroundings, or go fishing, hiking and even horse riding in clean mountain air.
Drakensberg Gardens Hotel – dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Full day at leisure to enjoy the wonderful views of the magnificent southern Drakensberg mountains. Optional 4×4 adventure tour up Sani Pass and into Lesotho is available (passport required).
Drakensberg Gardens Hotel or similar – dinner, bed and breakfast basis
This morning we depart and continue south to East London. En-route we stop at Umtata to visit the area where our most famous citizen, Nelson Mandela, was born and grew up. After visiting the museum dedicated to the life and achievements of this incredible man, we continue and arrive late afternoon in East London, the only river port in Southern Africa. Check in for your overnight accommodation.
The Kennaway Hotel – bed and breakfast basis
After breakfast, check out and travel through East London for a short orientation tour. Continue through ‘Settler Country’ via Port Alfred towards Grahamstown. Visit the 1820 Settler Memorial before continuing onto Port Elizabeth. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Port Elizabeth’s beaches are magnificent and justifiably world famous.
The Paxton Hotel or similar – bed and breakfast basis
Today our journey continues towards the Cape. Visit the Tsitsikamma Forest, which provides scenic walking opportunities. A short walk to the Storms River Mouth offers some magnificent views of the gorge and river below. Arrive in Knysna late afternoon for check in at our hotel, our base for the next 2 nights.
Knysna Hollow Country Estate – bed and breakfast basis
After breakfast, we travel inland over the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, known as the ‘feather capital of the world’ because of its ostrich industry. Visit the famous Cango Caves and an ostrich farm where you have the opportunity of riding one of these giant birds. Return to Knysna for overnight.
Knysna Hollow Country Estate – dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Today’s journey ends in Cape Town. On the way we stop off in Mossel Bay to visit the famous Post Office Tree, the Bartholomeus Diaz Museum and Shell Museum. We drive via Swellendam, Worcester and through the Huguenot Tunnel before arriving in Cape Town in the late afternoon.
Hollow on the Square – bed and breakfast basis
Enjoy a day of leisure in the ‘Mother City’. A visit to the V&A Waterfront is recommended.Optional full day Winelands or Peninsula tours are available.
Hollow on the Square – bed and breakfast basis
This morning after breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to the Protea Fire & Ice Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure
This morning after breakfast, check out of the hotel by and transfer to Cape Town International Airport.
In : Friday 18-Sep-2009 Out : Saturday 19-Sep-2009
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.
Saturday 19 September 2009
The “Authentic Mobile Camp Safari” offers a style of travel which is extremely comfortable, whilst still mobile camping, allowing you to get off the beaten track and away from the main safari throughfares. On this style of safari, private wilderness campsites are booked to keep you away from the crowds and as close as possible to the wildlife action. It is a relaxed alternative to a lodge safari -for those who
prefer to sleep under canvas and get away from the crowds.
The support vehicle and camp crew travel ahead of your group and set up camp. Camping equipment consists of 3.5m x 6.5m dome tents, which are extremely spacious, and camp beds, foam mattresses and warm bedding consisting of sleeping bag, cotton inner sheet and a small pillow. The shower and eco-friendly toilet are en-suite, so you don’t have to leave the safety of the your tent at night.
Sumptuous meals are prepared by the friendly chef and are either served in the mess tent or, if you prefer, directly under the stars.
Outside your tent and at the meal table you will have the use of large, comfortable foldaway chairs and you are provided with a washstand and large towel.
In the safari vehicle you will find a selection of reference books on Tanzania’s parks, history, its flora and fauna, and a cool box for drinks. The Land Cruisers have game viewing hatches that allow 360-degree views.
Your guide and their assistants are experienced professionals who prioritise your comfort and safety as well as ensuring optimal game-viewing opportunities throughout your safari.
All meals and additional services including 2 litres of bottled water per person per day for Authentic Style Mobile Safari.
Private 4×4 vehicle with game viewing hatches for Authentic Style Mobile Safari from Arusha, returning to Arusha, including equipment (en-suite safari tents (3.5m x 2m x 6.5m), camp beds and bedding and towels, mess tent, tables, chairs, bucket showers and toilets, fridges and / or coolboxes), driver / English speaking guide and safari chef, fuel, game drives, all vehicle / staff entries, and Public and Passenger Liability.
Supply vehicle with full back up crew including safari chef, camp assistants and driver, and all vehicle / staff entries for Authentic Style Mobile Safari.
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.
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 Camp Fees for private campsite.
The 8,300 square kilometre Ngorongoro Conservation Area is named after its central feature, the Ngorongoro Crater, which is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, and within which has eveolved an
extraordinary natural sanctuary for some of Africa’s densest populations of large mammals. The crater floor itself is 260 square kilometres and, from the viewing points at the rim, the vast herds of wildebeest, buffalo and zebra look like mere ant formations winding their way across the grasslands below! The crater is also home to a great diversity of environments and you may encounter all of the large
herbivores mentioned above, as well as lions, hyenas, jackals, male elephants (female and family groups tend to stay up on the higher slopes) and, in the forest around the crater, the occasional leopard and bushbuck. There is an active black rhino breeding project inside the crater and you may be lucky enough to spot some of these magnificent, shy beasts during your tour, but sightings are limited as breeding areas are strictly protected and usually closed to public access.
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 Camp Fees for private campsite.
Tuesday 22 September 2009
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 solated 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.
Please note: The Masai Village visit is an additional per vehicle c Between Ngorongoro and Serengeti, we visit the famous Olduvai Gorge, where remains of early man were discovered by Louis Leakey. The museum is facinating, 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 Camp Fees for private campsite.
Friday 25 September 2009
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.
Saturday 26 September 2009
Scheduled road transfer from Victoria Falls Airport to Victoria Falls Hotel.
Accommodation Victoria Falls Hotel
Room : 1 x Standard Room
Dates : Check in : 05 Sep 2009
Check out: 06 Sep 2009
Included : Breakfast
Light aircraft transfer from Victoria Falls Airport to Kwara Camp via Kasane Airport to clear customs.
Accommodation Kwara Camp
Room : 1 x Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 06 Sep 2009
Check out: 08 Sep 2009
Included : All meals, daily activities, laundry and drinks (excluding premium import brands)
Accommodation Khwai River Lodge
Room : 1 x Tented Room
Dates : Check in : 08 Sep 2009
Check out: 10 Sep 2009
Included : All meals, local drinks and daily game activities
Thursday 10 Sep 2009
Accommodation Sandibe Safari Lodge
Room : 1 x Safari Cottage
Dates : Check in : 10 Sep 2009
Check out: 12 Sep 2009
Included : All meals, local drinks and daily game activities
Saturday 12 Sep 2009
Scheduled flight from Maun Airport to OR Tambo International Airport.
Accommodation The Bay Hotel
Room : 1 Twin Luxury Room
Dates : Check in : 03 September 2009
Check out: 09 September 2009
Included : Breakfast
Supplier Ref # 67498
Saturday 05 September 2009
Sunday 06 September 2009
Wednesday 09 September 2009
Saturday 12 September 2009
Room : 1 Junior suite
Dates : Check in : 12 September 2009
Check out: 15 September 2009
Included :
Our luxury spa offers a wide variety of personalized treatments. The upper floor dining room and lounge, and ground floor library, lounge and cocktail bar, all further compliment the guests “African bushveld experience”.
There are various dining venue options to enjoy the exquisite cuisine served at Eagles Crag. There is the upper floor dining room, the expansive balconies with stunning views of the cliff, the lower deck and the outdoor boma under the stars around the fire.The Shamwari wine list is especially selected and includes a choice of 12 red and 12 white South African wines.
Tuesday 15 September 2009
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