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Ensure that you pack plenty ofsunblock, binoculars, camera,

sunhat, insect repellent and any

medication you may need.

Book an Avis Point2Pointtransfer from your home to the

airport vice versa.

Nights and early mornings canbe chilly, so it is recommended

that you pack a lightweight

jacket to keep the cold at bay.

Remember malaria is prevalentin most African countries, so

we recommend you take

precautions for malaria.

Contents:

4-5Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

6-7

Shearwater

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hompsons Top-Ups in Victoria Falls

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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Hotels

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Rovos Rail

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Victoria Falls, Zambia

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Botswana, Chobe

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Safaris with a difference

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Botswana - Okavango,

Linyati & Savuti

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Botswana Camps

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Namibia

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Thompsons Top-Ups in Namibia

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Windhoek Hotels

27Swakopmund Hotels

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Desert Express &

Self-drive in Namibia

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Sossusvlei Hotels

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Etosha, Damaraland,

Caprivi & Fishriver

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Coach Tours around Namibia

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Kenya

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Tanzania

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Kenya Safaris

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Tanzania Safaris

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Migration in Kenya & Tanzania

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Great African Combinations

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Booking Conditions

Dream the destination... Live the journey.

Discover Africa withThompsons Holidays

Africa the Mysterious

Continent. For centuries Africa

has fascinated and captivated

the imagination of travellers

the world over. Tales of huge

herds of game roaming the

savannah plains and wild

predators preying on the

unsuspecting have been told

over and over again. Hunters

told of their adventures and

proudly displayed their trophies

of animals that no-one hadever seen.

Travellers to this destination

have been amazed by the sights

- from the awesome Victoria

Falls to blazing African sunsets,

from the thrill of seeing a

leopard lazing in a tree to a

charging elephant, from the

changing dunes of Namibia to a

balloon ride over the Serengeti,

from a tranquil Makoro ride in

the Delta to the rush of rafting

the great Zambezi. Africa is

a destination that will amaze

you, inspire you, captivate your

heart and revitalise your soul.

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Revitalise your Soul in Africa

Hotel Grading

Please note that the hotels in this brochure feature the official star ratings recorded by the Hoteliers themselves.

All prices are per person sharing and are subjec t to change. Packages are valid for South African residents only.

Refer to page 39 for Thompsons Booking Conditions.

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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

The magnificent Victoria Falls


iCAPITAL CITY: Harare

LANGUAGE: English

CURRENCY: Zimbabwe Dollar but SARands and US Dollars are accepted

VISA: Visas are required for SA passport

holders. They are free of charge on arrival.

All other passport holders to check withlocal authorities

TIME DIFFERENCE: GMT + 2(same time as SA)

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Anti-Malariaprecautions are recommended.

These prices are an average pr ice and may

vary according to hotels & seasons.

Imported Wine Red(Bot tle) R175

Imported Wine White(Bottle) R140

Mineral Water R 21Beer R 28

Soft Drinks R 14

Toasted Sandwich R 84

Dinner Starter R 84

- Main Course R154

- Dessert R 70

Coffee / Tea R 14

WHAT THINGS COST

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

The best time to travel to Victoria Falls is

between April and October, when the

daytime temperatures are not too harsh.

November is known as suicide month

due to the very high temperatures. It is also

the time of very low water, so not the best

time to view the Victoria Falls. December to

March is the rainy season and it is also very

hot during this period.

The Smoke that Thunders, or Mosi-

Oa-Tunya, as the Victoria Falls is

known to the locals.

The Falls and the surrounding area have been

declared National Parks and a World Heritage

Site, thus preserving the area from excessivecommercialisation. The Falls are spectacular

throughout the year on the Zimbabwean side, but

February onwards, after the rainy season, has the

heaviest flow and volume of spray, which can be

seen up to 2km away. Just one visit to the Victoria

Falls and you will see why the name is so apt.

At 1 708 meters wide, the Victoria Falls is also the

widest curtain of falling water in the world. It is easy

to see why the Victoria Falls is one of the 7 Natural

Wonders of the World.

Hwange National Park is one of Africa's

finest havens for wildlife and is home to vast herds

of elephant, buffalo and zebra. There are large

concentrations of giraffe and many predators,

endangered species and prolific birdlife can be

found within this area.

The park is situated on the main road between

Bulawayo and the world famous Victoria Falls and

is only a 3hr drive from Victoria Falls itself, making

Hwange and Victoria Falls the perfect holiday

package combination.

At Thompsons we will look after you from the

minute you make a booking until the moment

you leave Victoria Falls. This is because we have

dedicated Thompsons staff and Thompsons

vehicles on the ground in Victoria Falls. Our friendly

staff will meet you at the airport and present

you with a welcome pack providing you with

everything you need to know and everything

there is to see and do while you are in Victoria

Falls. You will then be transferred to your hotel

in our spacious, air-conditioned vehicles. Our staff

are on hand to assist with anything that you

may need while in Victoria Falls, they will even

reconfirm your flights. Now all there is to do is

relax you are in good hands.

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The Kingdom

Victoria Falls Hotel

Elephant Hills

Ilala Lodge

Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

AZambezi River Lodge

Sunset Cruise

Big Air Experience

White Water Rafting

Tour of The Falls

Flight of Angels

Victoria Falls at sunsetAfrican drums

Early morning rainbow over The Falls

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Shearwater Adventures & Safaris at Vic Falls

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Shearwater Canoeing Lion Walks


Above the Falls

Shearwater Canoeing

Full Day R785 pp Half Day R625 pp

Gently paddle your way down the upper

Zambezi River, the shimmering green home

to the hippo and the crocodile and the

watering hole of the buffalo and elephant as

you canoe against the splendid backdrop of the

Zambezi National Park. Your guide will steer

you through the flora and fauna of the Upper

Zambezi River as you quietly drift through

channels and small rapids. At take-out

enjoy a palatable lunch on the banks of

the River while savouring the peace and

tranquillity of raw nature.

Full/Half day canoe safaris

Shearwater River Safaris - R380 ppCruise peacefully exploring as you weave through

the islands and channels of the upper Zambezi

River, which are inhabited by African game

such as elephant and hippo as well as many rare

species of birdlife. This is a personalised guided

safari of the River, and your guide will explain the flora, fauna and birdlife as you sit back

and relax in the comfort of the safari boat

venturing into waters un-chartered by the

larger cruise boats. Watch the spray of the

Falls, the smoke that thunders as you sit back

and enjoy a glass of chilled wine.

Four departures throughout the day

Below the Falls

Shearwater RaftingFull Day R770 pp incl. lunch, Half Day R750 pp

Regarded as the worlds greatest White Water

adventure, rafting down The Mighty Zambezi

is an experience to remember forever.

Shearwater offers you the opportunity to

experience the exhilaration and thrills of some

of the biggest rapids in the world ! Choose a half

day or full day trip and take on those gnarly

rapids such as Stairway to Heaven, The

Muncher, Oblivion...

Low water season July - January.

High water season February - June.

Shearwater Jet Boats - R600 ppTravel through a uniquely formed gorge which is

a World Heritage site, power up some of the

most famous white water rapids in the world,

pass beneath a bridge of great historical and

engineering value and then find yourself at the

foot of the most spectacular of the 7 Natural

Wonders of the world. This is the worlds

greatest jet boat adventure.Departs throughout the day, except during very

high water or very low water seasons.

Shearwater River Boarding - R1 180 ppTry this take on the meanest Zambezi

rapids with flippers and a boogie board just

you against the Zambezi.... are you up for it?

Challenge those huge rapids and yourself.

Combined with rafting this excursion finds you

in the best surfing spots on this magnificent

river.

Low water season July - January.

High water season February - June

Shearwater Adventures

Shearwater Adventures Tick-It to Safaris and Tick-It to

Adventures are exciting ways to buy your Adventure and

Safari Experiences. You get an unrivalled choice and

unbelievable value for money. So go ahead

make your choice!

Tick-it To Adventure

Option 1 R1 600 : Sunset cruise plus any two

Shearwater activities listed below:

Option 2 R1 920: Choice of any three


Option 3 R2 750: Choice of any five


Shearwater Rafting Shearwater Helicopters

Shearwater Elephants Vic Falls Bungi

Bridge Swing Bridge Slide

Shearwater Jet Boats Shearwater Canoeing

Shearwater Game-drives, Night drives, Game walks

Shearwater River Safaris Shearwater Lions Vic Falls Bridge Tour

Tick-it To Safari - R1 670 ppElephant and Lion interaction, night drive and

bush dinner (Afternoon)

Big Air Experience - R1 120 ppIncludes Bungi Jumping, Bridge Swinging and Bridge

Slides as many times as you want in a day! Rafting



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Shearwater Game DrivesVic Falls Bridge Swing

In Front of the Falls

Vic Falls Bungi - R740 ppThe Victoria Falls Bungi Jump challenges the limits

of your mind. Located on the century old Vic toria

Falls Bridge, between the borders of Zimbabwe

and Zambia, with Victoria Falls as a back drop,

this is arguably the best Bungi jump in the world!

Test the boundaries of your adrenalin as you

plummet 111 metres towards the Zambezi River.

100% Pure Adrenaline!! !! 100% safety record!

Jumping (if you dare) throughout the day

Bridge Swing - R490 pp

The Bridge Swing offers you an opportunity for an

amazing Big Air Experience Shear Adrenalin

in front of Victoria Falls with the Zambezi River

bubbling below. The Bridge is suspended between

2 countries and the only place in the world where

you get to swing in no-mans land. Just walk off

the edge.

Swing (if you dare) throughout the day

Bridge Slide - R260 pp

The longest Slide in Victoria Falls, finishing inside the famous Victoria Falls Bridge. This is Shear

fun in front of the Falls. As you slide from the edge

of the gorge, enjoy the incredible views of Victoria

Falls, the Bridge and the Zambezi River below.

Sliding (if you dare) throughout the day

Vic Falls Bridge Tour - R390 pp

Let us take you on a hundred year journey under

the Victoria Falls Bridge. Discover how the bridge

was constructed and how a full locomotive was

transported across the gorge before the actual

completion of the bridge. Our highly trained and

experienced guides will ensure a safe andinformative tour on and around the bridge and

bring the history alive on a journey of discovery.

Why walk over it when you can walk under it?

Morning Tours

Over the Falls

Shearwater Helicopters - R845 pp Join us on the Legendary Flight of Angels for

spectacular views of the Victoria Falls and see

them from a completely unique and unrivalled

perspective. Coined by David Livingstone when

he firs t documented discovering the Falls: scenes

so lovely, it must have been gazed upon by

angels in their flight. As we all know the power

of a different perspective can alter your perception

of life. This is an incredible way to capture this

Natural Wonder on camera. The flight takes off

from just above the Falls for a packed visual ex-

perience.

12-13 min Flight of Angels

Safari Experiences

Shearwater ElephantsInteractive Safaris - R810 ppRide, learn about and touch these majestic

creatures. A Shearwater Elephant Interactive

Safari isan unforgettable once in a lifetime

experience. Meet Lundi, Tatu, Moka and others

in their natural surroundings at the Victoria Falls

Private Game Reserve, just a 15 minute drive

from Victoria Falls.

Morning or Afternoon safaris

Shearwater Lion Walks - R880 ppThe Lion Pride.. . an icon of the African Savannah.

At the Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve

just outside Victoria Falls, the pride of rowdy

adolescents invites you to climb trees, stalk

small game, and play in the riverbeds. Enjoy the

spine tingling thrill of your first encounter as

the lions brush past you, zigzagging between

your legs as they move to take the lead. Come

walk with the Pride... The Shearwater Pride!

Morning and Afternoon safaris

Shearwater Game Drives, Game Walks &Night Drives - R625 ppOur qualified guides will take you into the

Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve in search of

Africas Big Five, a large variety of the plains

game, birds and abundant wildlife, closing off with

breakfast or refreshments and snacks. Morning and

afternoon Game Drives are offered year round.

In the dry season Shearwater Safaris also offer

informative and exciting Game Walks. Capture the

essence of the African bush at its best in the age old

tradition of game viewing.Discover a completely

different nocturnal world on the 3 hour Night

Drive which culminates in a delicious Bush Dinner

under the stars, a true African experience not to

be missed.

Morning Game Drives, Morning Game Walks, Night

Drives & Bush Dinners

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Thompsons Top-Ups in Victoria Falls

Sunset Cruise

A wonderful way to end a

delightful day in Zimbabwe.

Cruise along the mighty Zambezi

above the Falls, sipping sundowners

and viewing wildlife from a most

unique vantage point. You are sure

to see hippo and elephant, a variety

of other wildlife as well as a variety

of birds.

from R325 pp

Tour of the Falls

The Victoria Falls is the worlds

largest falling curtain of water, one

of the 7 Natural Wonders of the

World and has been given the name

Mosi-Oa-Tunya meaning

The Smoke that Thunders.

A professional guide will take guests

on a tour of the Falls, explaining the

history and geography, whilst

pointing out the best viewpoints

and photographic sites.

from R380 pp

Tour of the Falls& Craft MarketThe Craft Market in Vic toria Falls is

a vibey and fun place to visit, if you

dont mind locals jostling around you

eager for your business. The market

is well known for wooden carvings,

soapstone ornaments, handcrafted

cloth and ethnic drums. We highly

recommend that you combine a

Tour of the Falls with a visit to the

Craft Market. Please note that the

craft market tour cannot be booked

on its own.

from R540 pp

Chobe Day Trip

Enjoy a full-day tour of the Chobe

National Park, renowned for its

large elephant population. Begin

with a morning boat cruise on the

Chobe River, where game can be

spotted on the banks of the river.

Have lunch at the Chobe Game

Lodge. After lunch enjoy game

viewing in an open landrover for the

afternoon before returning to your

hotel. This can be taken from Vic

Falls or Livingstone.

from R1 450 pp

Dine Around Vic Falls

Purchase your Dine Around Vic

Falls vouchers when you book your

Victoria Falls package and enjoy

dinner at a different restaurant every

night. Enjoy the best of Vic Falls

cuisine at any of the participating

restaurants at The Kingdom,

Elephant Hills, Victoria Falls Safari

Lodge, Victoria Falls Hotel,

AZambezi River Lodge and Ilala

Lodge. No supplements, just good

food and great value. Supplementyour dinner at Victoria Falls Safari

Lodge with a Wine Around voucher

and enjoy a bottle of SA Wine.

from R250 pp

Wine AroundPurchase your Wine Around

vouchers when you book your

Victoria Falls package and enjoy a

selection of 5 South African wines

when dining at The Boma or Makuwa

Kuwa Restaurants at Victoria Falls

Safari Lodge. One voucher will

entitle the holder to one bottle of

wine. Guests can purchase as many

Wine Around vouchers as they wish.

The biggest benefit of this is the

saving to you, our valued client.Pre-purchase your Wine vouchers

before you leave and you will save on

drinks purchased at these venues.

from R50 per couple per room

Ra-Ikane Cruise

This luxurious colonial cruise is

conducted in an incredibly scenic

area of the Zambezi. Elephants,

hippo and crocodiles are frequent

sightings, as this area lies within

Zambezi National Park. The boat

has a low profile in the water and

guests are comfortably seated

closer to the water line than on

the conventional pontoon cruise

boats. Sundowners are served in

crystal glasses and snacks are of thehighest quality. Before docking for

the evening, guests are served tea,

coffee and pastries.

from R505 pp

The Boma - Place of Eating

The Boma is located at the Victoria

Falls Safari Lodge complex and is a

unique cultural experience. Before

the meal, partake in a traditional

hand washing ceremony and sample

the local beer. While you dine on

the sumptuous feast, Shangaan

dancers will entertain you with

traditional dances and songs. After

the meal pay a visit to the Sangoma,

who will tell your fortune and then

end the evening on a festive note bydrumming along to the beat set by

the drum leader. One of the must

do acivities in Vic Falls.

from R450 pp incl transfers

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LOCATION: It is situated within the

Victoria Falls National Park where

game, ranging from warthog to

elephant roams freely.

ACCOMMODATION: Rooms are

en-suite with shower and bath and

are equipped with tea/coffee makingfacilities, air-conditioning, overhead

fan, satellite television, direct dial

telephone, data point, hair dryer and

in-room safe.

FACILITIES: The Kingdom offers

the White Waters Restaurant,

Thundercloud Spur, an I talian

restaurant, a fast food court, 4 bars

and a casino. Facilities include 4

swimming pools, childrens play area,

shops, internet cafe, and conference

venue and 24-hour room service.

Ex JNB from R4 110 ppEx DUR from R4 970 ppEx CPT from R5 199 pp

INCLUDES: Return flights,

return transfers, 3 nights

accommodation, breakfast

daily, taxes, fees and levies.

Valid until 23 Dec 08.

The KingdomHHHDELUXE

Specials for 2008

Save R50pp per night on stays of 3

nights or longer.


LOCATION: This lodge is ideally

situated being one of the closest to

the mighty Vic toria Falls, as well as

the town centre. The National Park

borders the front of the property

and wild animals often graze on the

hotel lawns with the spray of the

Falls in the background.

ACCOMMODATION: The rooms

have en suite bathrooms with

separate shower, satellite television,telephone, air-conditioning, ceiling

fan, room service, tea/coffee

making facilities, hair dr yer,

laundry and parking.

FACILITIES: Enjoy a l carte dining in

the Palm Restaurant. Children are

welcome and baby sitters available.




accommodation, breakfast daily,

one dinner, taxes, fees and levies.

(Block out dates apply 24-25 Dec 08)


Ilala LodgeHHHDELUXE

Specials for 2008

Stay 3 nights or more and get one

free dinner.


LOCATION: Built within theZambezi National Park on the

Zambezi River, the lodge is just 4km

from Victoria Falls.

ACCOMMODATION: Each room

has air-conditioning, bathroom,

radio, safe deposit box and satellite

TV. Some rooms have enclosed

balconies overlooking the mighty

Zambezi R iver.

FACILITIES: Enjoy a drink at the

Zambezi Bar or cool off in the

swimming pool with kids

playground nearby. The Lodge is

the ideal resort for families as

2 children under 12yrs are

allowed to share with parents

free of charge.




accommodation, breakfast daily,taxes, fees and levies.

Valid until 30 Jun 08.

AZambezi River Lodge

20km from Vic Falls Airport - 294 rooms


25km from Vic Falls Airport - 83 roomsHHH

Specials for 2008

Pay for 2 nights & stay for 3 nights.


White Waters Restaurant is

a Dine Around participant

The Palms Restaurant is a

Dine Around participant

Amulonga Restaurant is aDine Around participant


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LOCATION: Set high on a plateau,

which forms a natural boundary

to the Zambezi National Park, the

lodge is just four kilometres from

the majestic Victoria Falls.

ACCOMMODATION: Createdwith a keen eye for detail;

hardwoods, thatch, vibrant

colours - the effect is awe inspiring.

Each bedroom has its own balcony,

air-conditioning and modern

bathroom.

FACILITIES: In the Buffalo Bar,

Makuwa-Kuwa Restaurant and pool

deck you will enjoy wonderful views

and excellent service from friendly

Zimbabwean staff renowned for

their warmth and understanding of

the needs of international visitors.





taxes, fees and levies.


Victoria Falls Safari LodgeHHHH

Specials for 2008

Stay for 4 nights and enjoy a Boma

Dinner free of charge.Valid 25 Mar - 30 Jun 08

LOCATION: The resort is situated

on a hilltop with panoramic vistas of

the mighty Zambezi River and its

surroundings.


has a balcony, private bathroom

with shower and bath, overhead

fan, air-conditioning, direct dial

telephone, satellite television

and hair dryer.

FACILITIES: The hotel features 4

restaurants and 3 bars. Facilities

include 2 swimming pools, floodlit

tennis courts, squash courts, an

18-hole golf course designed by

Gary Player, bowling green and

gymnasium. Other facilities and

services include safety deposit

box and 24-hour room service.

Ex JNB from R4 270 pp

Ex DUR from R5 200 ppEx CPT from R5 430 pp






Elephant HillsHHHH

Specials for 2008

Save R57pp per night on stays of

3 nights or longer.


LOCATION: Situated just fourkilometres from the mighty Victoria

Falls, on the Victoria Falls Safari

Lodge property, Lokuthula is

surrounded by 80 000 hectares of

unspoiled African bush and borders

the Zambezi National Park.

ACCOMMODATION: Lokuthula

consists of 37 luxurious self-catering

lodges, sleeping 6 to 8 people.

Each lodge is serviced daily by

professional housekeeping staff.

Rates are charged per lodge per

night, making them ideal for family

or group getaways.

FACILITIES: A three tier swimming

pool, poolside bar, childrens

playground, snack restaurant and

TV lounge are si tuated nearby.



return transfers, 3 nightsaccommodation in a 2 bedroom

lodge, room only, taxes fees

and levies.

Valid 01 - 30 Jun 08.

Lokuthula Lodge



24km from Vic Falls Airport - 37 roomsHHHH

Unique Feature

Guests can self-cater or use the

facilities of Victoria Falls Safari

Lodge.

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The Boma & Makuwa-Kuwa

Restaurant are Dine Around

& Wine Around participants

Samukele Restaurant is a

Dine Around participant

The Boma & Makuwa-KuwaRestaurant are Dine Around

& Wine Around participants



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LOCATION: Established in 1904,

the Victoria Falls Hotel is set in the

Victoria Falls National Park with a

private path to the Victoria Falls.

ACCOMMODATION: All rooms

and suites, are superbly furnished inEdwardian-style and are equipped

with in-room safe, hair dryer, direct

dial telephone, satellite television

and air-conditioning.

FACILITIES: The hotel features

3 excellent restaurants; The

Livingstone Room, Stanleys Terrace

and Jungle Junction. Guests can also

enjoy a traditional high tea, which is

served on the Terrace in the

afternoon, with spectacular views

of the Victoria Falls Bridge.







Victoria Falls HotelHHHHH

Specials for 2008

Save R69pp per night for stays of 3

nights or longer

Valid until 31 Dec 08

LOCATION: Just 15 minutes away

from the magnificent Victoria Falls,

the hotel is ideal for guests seeking a

luxurious and tranquil environment.

ACCOMMODATION: Each suite

has its own living room, Victorian-

style bathroom and separate

bedroom. Each suite comes

complete with air-conditioning, mini

bar, electronic safe, satellite TV and

DVD player, and patio overlooking

the luscious garden. Bathrooms are

equipped with bathtub and shower.

FACILITIES: Relax alongside the

swimming pool or take a stroll in

the tranquil gardens. Order cocktails

from the pool bar and enjoy

sumptuous meals prepared by the

chef in the elegant dining room.








The Stanley & LivingstoneHHHHHDELUXE

Specials for 2008

2 night Honeymoon special with

private dinner, bush dinner, Sunset

Cruise, tour of the Falls, Elephant

Safari & Lion Walk.


LOCATION: Matetsi Water Lodgeis set along 15km of exclusive

Zambezi River frontage on a

pristine private concession.

ACCOMMODATION: The 3

separate, romantic camps are all set

on the river bank under a canopy of

lush riverine trees. Each camp

comprises 6 private suites with vast

teak doors opening out to plunge

pools and decks with magnificent

river views.

FACILITIES: With Matetsi being

located on the Zambezi R iver,there are water activities such as

boat cruises, canoeing and fishing,

plus spectacular game viewing and

bird watching on twice-daily game

drives.



return transfers, 3 nightsaccommodation, all meals and

activities, taxes, fees and levies.

Valid 31 May 08.

Matetsi Water Lodge

22km from Vic Falls airport - 180 rooms


40km from Vic Falls Airport - 18 roomsHHHHHDELUXE

All Inclusive Option

All inclusive lodge with meals,

activities and refreshments on

game drives.

Excl drinks and park fees.

Jungle Junction is a Dine

Around participant





Imbabala NEW

The Hide

LOCATION: Imbabala Lodge is 80 kilometers

west of Victoria Falls and is located at the

meeting point of Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe

and Namibia. It is situated on the edge of theZambezi River bank and snuggles into

riverside vegetation which makes it one of the

best game viewing and bird watching areas.

Chobe National Park is adjacent to Imbabala

Lodge and large herds of elephant, buffalo and

other wildlife can be viewed.

ACCOMMODATION: A maximum of 18 guests

are accommodated at Imbabala Lodge, which

makes guests stay a per sonalized and exclusive

experience. The 8 chalets (5 twin-bedded suites,

2 honeymoon suites and 1 family double-room)

all have en-suite facilities and each has a view ofthe Zambezi River. The rooms are decorated

according to an individual theme and guests have

choices between the luxury lodge, forest lodge,

safari lodge and honeymoon. All the rooms have

fans and mosquito nets. Disabled facilities are

available.

FACILITIES: There is a swimming pool to cool

guests down after a long exciting day under the

African sun. Meals can be taken in the dining

room or al fresco. Imbabala Lodge is renowned

for their high culinary standards.

There are plenty of activities available for guests

to enjoy, which include 4-wheel drive game

viewing safaris, fishing, walking through the bush

with an armed guide on hand, and river cruises.

LOCATION: The Hide is one of the few camps

to be situated inside Hwange National Park.

Unlike most other camps in Zimbabwe, no long

drives to the park are necessary. The 45 minute

drive from Hwange Main Camp to the camp

takes you through the National Park, serving as

an introductory game drive and your first taste

of the Zimbabwean safari.

ACCOMMODATION: Guests stay in

comfortably furnished tents, each with its own

en-suite bathroom with hot water shower, basin

and flush toilet. Each tent has its own private

verandah looking out over the waterhole.

FACILITIES: Situated beside a waterhole, the

camp is truly a paradise for game viewing.

A wide variety of game can be seen in the

camps immediate vicinity, and this often includes

elephant, lion and rhino. One of the highlights

at The Hide are the two specially constructed

hides near the waterholes, where game can be

viewed at close proximity. The camps central

feature is the large thatch A-frame dining area

with upstairs entertainment section offering

magnificent views. The Hide has earned a

reputation over the years for its fine cuisine.

Meals are a friendly and relaxed affair, with

guests and their hosts all sit ting down together

to chat and eat around a grand teak table.

The professional guides will take you through

the National Park, where you will come face to

face with lions, elephants and giraffes, amongst

a host of other game.



INCLUDES: Return flights, return transfers,

3 nights accommodation, one game drive,

one river cruise, taxes, fees and levies.

Valid 30 Mar - 31Jul08


INCLUDES: Return flights, return

transfers, 3 nights accommodation in a

standard tent, all meals, local drinks, game

activities, taxes, fees and levies.

Valid 01 Apr - 30 Jun 08.

Specials for 2008

Exciting opening specials available at Imbabala

Valid from 30 Mar - 31 Jul 08


The Hide is an all inclusive lodge including

all meals, local drinks, game activities,

teas/coffees.

Rates exclude park fees US$15pp

HHH

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4 Night Pretoria to Hwange

Ex JNB from R12 400 ppEx DUR from R13 440 pp

Ex CPT from R13 745 pp

INCLUDES: 2 Nights in a Pullman Suite

Pretoria/Hwange all inclusive, 2 nights at the

Hide on an all inclusive basis (excluding park

fees), game activities, transfer to Victoria Falls,

flight Victoria Falls/Johannesburg.

4 Night Pretoria to Matetsi


INCLUDES: 2 Nights in a Pullman Suite

Pretoria/Matetsi all inclusive, game drive in

the Hwange National Park, 2 nights at Matetsi,

all meals, game activities, transfer to Victoria

Falls, flight Victoria Falls/Johannesburg.

Rovos Rail

Itinerary - Pretoria To Hwange

Thursday

10h00 The Pride of Africa departs from Rovos

Rails private Station in Capital Park.

13h00 Lunch is ser ved en route to Bela Bela.

20h00 After traversing the Soutpansberg

Mountains dinner is served as the train heads

towards Musina for border formalities.

Friday

07h00 Breakfast served in the dining car/s.

13h00 Lunch is ser ved in the dining car/s.20h00 Dinner is served in the dining car/s.

Saturday

05h15 Tea, coffee, juices, fruit & pas tries served

in the dining car/s.

06h00 Game drive in Hwange National Park.

Continue on to The Hide for two nights.

Sunday

Game drives and guest activities. Dinner &

overnight in the camp.

Monday

Board vehicles after breakfast for three hour

transfer to the Victoria Falls.

Package valid until 30 Jun 08.

Itinerary - Pretoria to Matetsi

Thursday

10h00 The Pride Of Africa departs from Rovos

Rails private Station in Capital Park.

13h00 Lunch is ser ved en route to Bela Bela.

20h00 After traversing the Soutpansberg

Mountains dinner is served as the train heads

towards Musina for border formalities.

Friday

07h00 Breakfast served in the dining car/s.

13h00 Lunch is ser ved in the dining car/s.20h00 Dinner is served in the dining car/s.

Saturday

05h15 Tea, coffee, juices, fruit & pas tries served

in the dining car/s.

06h00 Game drive in Hwange National Park.

11h00 Brunch is ser ved in the dining car/s.

17h00 Arrive at the Victoria Falls where your

Rovos Rail journey ends and transfer to Matetsi

Game reserve for two nights.

Sunday

Game drives and guest activities. Dinner &

overnight at Matetsi Water Lodge.

Monday

Board vehicles after breakfast for transfer back

to the Victoria Falls.

The Pride of Africa Interior views of the train

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Rovos RailSince its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world class tr avel experiences.

Step aboard the wood panelled coaches - classics remodelled and refurbished to mint condition - and enjoy fine cuisine in five-s tar luxury as some

of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era , when privileged

travellers experienced the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion.

Accommodation & FacilitiesThe rebuilt sleeper coaches contain the most spacious train suites in the world, offering every modern convenience and comfort.

All suites are equipped with air-conditioning, a writing surface and a per sonal safe. There is also a bar fridge filled with beverages of the passengers

choice and room service is available 24 hours a day. The en-suite bathrooms have hot showers, hair dryers and shaver plugs.

The Royal Suites are spacious and elegant. Each has its own private lounge area and full bathroom wi th Victorian bath and separate shower.

The Deluxe Suites also accommodate two passengers and have a lounge area and en-suite bathroom with shower. A third level of accommodation,

the Pullman Suite includes the identical bathroom to that of the deluxe suites, with a smaller bedroom including bunk beds for twin requirements

or a double bed for couples. Dur ing the day this can be converted into a comfortable couch.

All packages include taxes, fess & levies and are valid for Rovos Rail set departures during 2008 until 30 Sep.

4 Night Pretoria to Victoria Falls


INCLUDES: 2 Nights in a Pullman Suite Pretoria

/Victoria Falls all inclusive, transfers in Victoria

Falls, 2 nights at the Victoria Falls Hotel with

breakfast daily, flight Victoria Falls/Johannesburg.


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A Zambezi River safari


iCAPITAL CITY: Lusaka

LANGUAGE: English

CURRENCY:Kwacha, but US Dollars arewidely accepted.

VISA:SA passport holders do not require

a visa. All other passport holders to check

with local authorities

TIME DIFFERENCE: GMT + 2(same time as SA)




Bottle of Wine (imported) US$32 -

US$42

Beer US$3

Bottle of Water US$4

Coffee / Tea US$3

Cold Drinks US$3

Toasted Sandwich US$11

Dinner at Hotel US$35

WHAT THINGS COST

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

The best time to travel to Zambia and the

Falls would be between April and October,

when the daytime temperatures are not

too harsh. November is known as suicide

month due to the very high temperatures.

During this time the water on the Zambian

side of the Falls almost completely dries up,but visitors can still view the Falls from the

Zimbabwean side. December to March is

the rainy season and it is also very hot during

this period.

The first impression was unmistakable;

immense power, the raw energy

unleashed when the entire Zambezi

leaps wildly into a black two kilometrewide abyss. The scale is massive, thespectacle spellbinding and perpetually changing.

The Falls hiss and roar as if possessed, they

rumble and crash like thunder. Vast clouds spew and

billow out from the seething cauldron of its dark

impenetrable depths. The moving water creates a

magnetism that sucks you closer, so that you recoil

in horror to quench a subliminal sacrificial urge.

(Jumbo Williams, Zambezi, River of Africa. 1988)

What will your first impression of the Vic toria Falls

be? We guarantee that you will be awe-struck by the whole Thompsons Victoria Falls experience.

Our friendly staff will meet you at the airport and

present you with a welcome pack providing you with

everything you need to know and every thing there

is to see and do while you are in Livingstone. You will

then be transferred to your hotel in our

air-conditioned vehicles. Our staff are on hand to

assist with anything that you may need while in

Livingstone, they will even reconfirm your flights.

Viewing smoke of the Falls from horse trail



ThompsonsTop-UpsinZambia

Thompsons Top-Ups in Zambia

African Queen Luxury CruisesA cruise on the African Queen is

an unforgettable experience that

will take you back in time to an era

where time stood still.

On arrival at the Royal Landing, you

are greeted with a cold cocktail and

the sounds of the Marimba Band,

a local instrument that laments the

sounds of Africa. Full bars on both

upper and lower decks serve a

selection of cocktails and iced

drinks, while our on board galley will

provide you with freshly prepared

hot and cold snacks.

from R430 pp

Helicopter FlipsA helicopter flight over the Falls is

the perfect way to orientate

yourself to the area as well as

giving you a birdseye view of the Falls.

There are 2 options available to you;

the 15-minute flight and a 30-minute

flight. A 15-minute flight will take

you over the Falls and the Zambezi

River. A 30-minute flight will take

you over the Falls, the Batoka Gorge,

the Zambezi River and the Mosi-oa-

Tunya National Park.

from R770 pp for 15 mins

Elephant Back SafarisWithin the Mosi-oa-Tunya National

Park on the banks of the Zambezi

River our six African Elephants

Malinda, Mushumbi, Marula, Lewa,

Danny and Bop each offer two

guests an unparalleled viewpoint

of the mighty Zambezi R iver.

Guests ride with their guides on an

exclusive Zambian Elephant Safari

through riverine vegetation and

beautiful scenery.

from R1 230 pp

Livingstone QuadsThe various quad bike trails start

from Batoka Land, in Livingstone.

After the check-in formalities one

of the qualified guides will take you

on the training track before

departure onto your chosen

route. The routes have all been

designed for you to optimise your

experience in the virgin African

bush. No previous experience is

required and the trails are

conducted at a leisurely pace

that suits our clients.

from R1 330 pp for 60 mins

Bungi JumpHave you ever considered leaving

the confines of your mind? African

Extreme and Thompsons Zambia

operate Bungi jumping 365 days a

year from the Victoria Falls Bridge,

which spans the Zambezi River

between Zimbabwe and Zambia, at

a height of 111 metres. As the

jumpers descend into the Batoka

Gorge, they see the Zambezi

rushing up to meet them, only to

stop short (about 10m) for acomplete reversal of their

downward journey - the rebound!

Passports required.

from R740 pp

White Water RaftingThis one-day trip runs year-

round, subject to river levels.

The popularity of the Low Water

Rafting adventure on the Zambian

side of the Zambezi River is due

to the opportunity for experienc-

ing the incredible views of the

Victoria Falls from the Boiling Pot.

A qualified professional oarsman

ensures that the Float of Angels

is a truly breathtaking and memora-

ble start to your white water raft-ing adventure. Please note that the

climb out the gorge is quite strenuous

and a fair level of fitness is required.

from R980 pp

Livingstone IslandLivingstone Island can most certainly

be classed as one of the most

awesome picnic spots in the world

and is certainly worth a visit. From

August to December guests can

swim in the rock pool on the edge of

the Falls and it is recommended that

you bring swimming gear. Choose

from a morning tour, lunch tour or a

tea tour to Livingstone Island. The

tours will operate all year round and

may only be cancelled due to veryheavy storms. An experience on

the very edge of the Falls not to

be missed.

from R910 pp for tea tour

CanoeingWhat better way to discover

the peace and tranquillity of the

Zambezi than in a two-person

fibreglass canoe? View game and

various species of birdlife as you

glide along this mighty river. There

are 5 hour half-day safaris that

begin in the morning and a full

day safari lasts 9 hours.

from R1 500 pp for half day

Elephant back safari Quad bike trail

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6 Dream the destination... Live the journey.

18km from Livingstone Airport - 77 roomsHHHH

David LivingstoneNEW20km from Livingstone Airport - 9 roomsHHHDELUXE

Thorntree River Lodge


LOCATION: The brand new

David Livingstone is situated on

the banks of the mighty Zambezi.

ACCOMMODATION: The hotel

comprises of 72 river facing rooms

and 5 luxurious suites. East Africas

Zanzibarian doors, screens and

furniture are beautifully mixed with

the spice colours of the orient and

are in close proximity to Victoria

Falls.

FACILITIES: The hotel offers a

restaurant, bar and conferencefacilities, a variety of safari

excursions and activities.

The Lodges Spa will welcome

guests in April 2008.



return transfers, 3 nightsaccommodation, taxes, fees

and levies.

Valid until 31 Dec 08..

Unique Feature

The Lady Livingstone is a

144-seater river cruiser and

gives guests the opportunity to

experience Africa on the

Zambezi River.

LOCATION: 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.

ACCOMMODATION: All nine

luxurious suites have private decks

overlooking the Zambezi River.

All rooms offer bathroom en-suite

facilities and are designed with

comfort and space in mind.

FACILITIES: Guests areencouraged to dine under the

stars. Your safari experience at

this, the home of the elephants,

will include river and game

activities - its your choice.

Ex JNB from R 9 170 ppEx DUR from R10 100 ppEx CPT from R10 325 pp


return transfers, 3 nightsaccommodation, all meals,




All inclusive lodge with all

your meals and yourchoice of one

of the following activities daily: a

Game drive, a Sunset Cruise or a

Tour of the Falls.

18km from Livingstone Airport - 173 roomsHHHHH

Royal Livingstone18km from Livingstone Airport - 212 roomsHHH

Zambezi Sun

LOCATION:The Royal L ivingstone

hotel is seductively curved against

the banks of the mighty Zambezi

River.


has its own private veranda,

satellite TV, mini bar, safe, air-

conditioning, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. Bathrooms

have showers and Victorian baths.

FACILITIES: Breakfasts and lunches

can be enjoyed on the veranda

overlooking the rolling lawns and

the mighty Zambezi River. Dinner

is served either in the hotel dining

room or for special occasions,

candle-lit dinners can be

arranged under the stars.



transfers, 2 nights weekend*



Valid until 31 Oct 08.

* weekend is Thurs - Sun.

Unique Feature

The wooden deck extending out

to the river is the per fect place

for sundowners while enjoying a

sunset & view of the spray.

LOCATION: The Zambezi Sun

is situated next to the Falls

spectacular eastern side.

ACCOMMODATION: All 212

en-suite rooms have private

balconies, are comfortable and

offer every convenience. The

Zambezi Sun is constructed in aseries of 8 buildings, consisting of

the guest rooms, a central pavilion

of restaurants and a convention

centre.

FACILITIES:

Facilities include an adventure

centre, boma area, buffet

restaurant, pool bar and lively

alfresco grill and entertainment

area.



transfers, 2 nights weekend*




* weekend is Thurs - Sun.

Unique Feature

Kamp Kwena is avalable for the

kids where they will be entertained

all day with specially arranged

activities.


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Heading

20km from Livingstone Airport - 12 roomsHHHHH

Sussi Lodge20km from Livingstone Airport - 10 roomsHHHHH

River Club

LOCATION: Located in the

Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park , and

named after David Livingstones

faithful companion. Situated to

make the most of the amazing

views that the sweeping Zambezi

River provides.

ACCOMMODATION: 12 luxurytree houses built into the canopy

of majestic ebony trees. Each unit

has a private view of the Zambezi

and is en-suite with mini bar,

air-conditioning, mosquito nets,

overhead fan & hair dryer.

FACILITIES: The lodge features a

raised bar/lounge deck, open air

dining area, swimming pool and a

spa. Meals are served alfresco.




accommodation all inclusive,


Valid until 31 May 08 and

from 01 Nov - 31 Dec 08.



your meals, all beverages*, game

activities, park fees, the Falls and

Village tour.

* Excluding premium brands.

LOCATION: Located in a

secluded area close to Victoria

Falls.

ACCOMMODATION: Ten luxury

thatched chalets overlook the

Zambezi River, and have en-suite

facilities including bath & shower.

All the rooms have fans and are allcompletely open in the front giving

guests the best possible views of

the Zambezi.

FACILITIES: Dinner at the River

Club can be savoured in the main

dining room, on the lawn or on the

veranda. The lodge boasts a library

in the dining room, lounge and pub

area, and post-dinner candle light

croquet contests on the lawn.









your meals, all beverages* and

2 game activities per day.

* Excluding premium brands.

25km from Livingstone Airport - 10 roomsHHHH

Tongabezi12km from Livingstone Airport - 12 roomsHHHHH

Toka LeyaNEW

LOCATION: Set in a tranquil

grove of African ebony trees on

a sweeping bend of the Zambezi

River, just 20km upstream from

the Victoria Falls.

ACCOMMODATION: 5 luxur y

tented cottages and 4 spacious

open-plan stone and thatch

houses, all with river views and

en-suite bathrooms.

FACILITIES: Meals are served

under the shade of the large

trees or on the pool deckoverlooking the river. Activities

include riverboat trips, birding,

visits to Livingstone and the

Victoria Falls.

Ex JNB from R 9 070 ppEx DUR from R10 000 ppEx CPT from R10 225 pp


return transfers, 2 nightsaccommodation all inclusive,


Valid until 31 May 08 and




your meals, all beverages, house

wines, sunset cruise & canoeing,

Island lunch, tour of the Falls.

LOCATION: Overlooking the

mighty Zambezi River, under a

shady canopy of jackalberry and

waterberry trees lies Toka Leya.

ACCOMMODATION: The camp

consists of 12 safari-style tents ,

each en-suite with a view of the

magnificent Zambezi River and

some of its islands.

FACILITIES: The camps dining and

bar area is set beneath a shaded

canopy of trees overlooking

the River and a swimming pool.Activities include a tour of the

Victoria Falls on the Zambian side,

game drives within Mosi-Oa-Tunya

National Park, river cruises and

guided nature walks.



return transfers, 2 nightsaccommodation all inclusive,





your meals, all beverages*, 2 game

activities including a cruise, tour of

the Falls, Livingstone and Village

tour. * Excluding premium brands.

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ambia

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Botswana, Chobe

Chobe Safari Boat

iCAPITAL CITY: Gaborone

LANGUAGE: Setswana, English is widely

spoken

CURRENCY:Pula

VISA:SA passport holders do not requirea visa. All other passport holders to check

with local authorities

TIME DIFFERENCE: GMT + 2

(same time as SA)


These prices are an average price and may


Bottle of Wine (imported) US$45

Beer US$9

Bottle of Water US$4Coffee / Tea US$9

Cold Drinks US$4

Toasted Sandwich US$10

Dinner at Hotel US$30

WHAT THINGS COST

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

November to March is the rainy season and

is also known as the Green Season. Showers

are usually only experienced in the late

afternoon and do not last long. Very high

temperatures can be experienced during the

Green Season. Rates during the Green

Season drop considerably making this an

opportune time to go. The best time to visit

Botswana would be from April to October

when the temperatures are bearable and

the Delta is in flood.

Botswana is one of the finest tourist

destinations on the African continent.

The Okavango, which originates in the uplands

of Angola, flows into and spreads over the sandy

spaces of the Kalahari to form an immense and

wondrous inland delta of lagoon and labyrinthine

channel, palm-fringed island and fertile floodplain.

A number of safari lodges and camps have been

established in and around this watery wilderness.

This wilderness and the nearby game-rich Moremi

Game Reserve and Chobe National Park, offer

visitors the best of several worlds, appealing to the

game-viewer and bird-watcher, the hunter and the

sporting fisherman, the explorer of hidden places

and the lover of Africa in its loveliest and least

spoilt state.

From the calcrete floors and ancient baobabs of

the Makgadikgadi Pans to the savannah grasslands

of the Chobe National Park and the mophane

woodland of the Tuli Block, there is a wide variety

of wildlife in Botswana.

However, it is in the Okavango Delta and the

Moremi Game Reserve that visitors will find

unforgettable beauty. In the lush, indigenous forests

and along the floodplains, more than 400 species

of birds flourish.

On the mainland and among the islands of the

Delta, lions, elephants, hyenas, wild dog, buffalo,

hippo and crocodiles congregate with a teeming

variety of antelope and other small animals.The Chobe National Park, which is the second

largest national park in Botswana and covers 10,566

square km, has one of the greatest concentrations

of game found on the African continent. Its

uniqueness in the abundance of wildlife and the

true African nature of the region, offers a safari

experience of a lifetime.

A major feature of Chobe National Park is its elephant

population currently estimated at around 120,000.

One of the most spectacular scenes is watching a

family of elephants cross the Chobe River at sunset.

Chobe is only an hours drive from Victoria Fallsand Livingstone and is therefore the perfect holiday

package combination.

Botswana offers a truly African experience

untouched by the more destructive pressures

of encroaching civilisation, presenting a wonderful

wilderness for the enjoyment of all who seek to

reach just that little bit further into Africa.

Botswana

Dream the destination... Live the journey.8

Hippos, Chobe



LOCATION: Located in the north

eastern corner of Botswana, where

Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and

Namibia converge.

ACCOMMODATION: Provided in

either studios, apartments, chalets,

or suites all include the modern

comforts of air-conditioning,

telephones, ceiling fans, satellite TV,

mini bar, in-room safes, mosquito

nets and repellent machines, tea/coffee making facilities, microwave

oven, hair dryers.

FACILITIES: Chobe Marina has 2

restaurants, a swimming pool and

pool bar. The lodge also offers

game drives in the Chobe National

Park and River Cruises on the

Chobe River.

Heading

LOCATION: On Botswanas far

northern border lies the Kwando,

Linyanti and Chobe river system

forming a series of lakes, islands and

floodplains.

ACCOMMODATION: Safari

rooms: Individually decorated,they offer every comfort;

air-conditioning, en-suite bath &

shower and satellite TV. River

rooms: Luxurious twin bed rooms

offer air-conditioning, phone, TV &

en-suite bathroom. Family rooms

include two twin bedrooms.

FACILITIES: Activities include game

drives, game viewing by boat, scenic

game flights, day trips to Vic Falls,

fishing, walking and birding safaris.




accommodation, breakfast and

dinner daily, taxes, fees and levies.

(rates do not include park fees)

Valid 01 Apr - 31 Dec 08.

Chobe Safari Lodge80km from Vic Falls/Livingstone - 68 roomsHHH

Unique Feature

A newly renovated restaurant, bar

and pool area, as well as lounge

area above the bar, offering

sweeping views of the Chobe River

and the perfect place to relax.




accommodation, breakfast and

dinner daily, taxes, fees and levies.


Valid 01 May - 30 Nov 08.

Chobe Marina Lodge80km from Vic Falls/Livingstone - 66 roomsHHHH

Unique Feature

Excellent for families and groups of

friends tr avelling together.

LOCATION: Ideally located

overlooking the mighty Chobe

River. The lodge is only an hours

drive from Vic Falls/Livingstone.


are river facing with mini bar,

air-conditioning, hair dryer, tea/

coffee making facilities, ceiling fans,

mosquito nets and electric insect

repellents.

FACILITIES: Facilities include an

outdoor swimming pool,

restaurant, bar, terrace, designer

jewellery, hair salon and curio shop.

Activities include tiger fishing, birdwatching, game viewing on a river

cruiser or in open-air vehicles, night

game drives and sunset cruises.




accommodation, breakfast anddinner daily, taxes, fees and levies.



Mowana Safari Lodge80km from Vic Falls /Livingstone - 112 roomsHHHH

Unique FeatureThe lodge offers a 9-hole golf

course on the premises.

Botswana,Ch

obe

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0 Dream the destination... Live the journey.

Botswana, Chobe

LOCATION: The only permanent

game lodge situated within the

Chobe National Park.


are river facing and air-conditioned

with overhead fan, complimentarymini bar, en-suite bathroom and

private terrace. The lodge has four

river view suites, each with its own

plunge pool and a separate lounge

area.

FACILITIES: Facilities include a large

swimming pool with terrace and

riverside boma where a Marimba

band or traditional dancers

perform. Meals are served at the

terrace restaurant overlooking

the Chobe River.






Valid 01 Apr - 30 Jun 08.

Chobe Game Lodge80km from Vic Falls/ Livingstone - 47 roomsHHHDELUXE



your meals, all beverages*,

park fees and game activities.

* Excluding premuim brands.

LOCATION: Located in the

Kasane Forest Reserve between

Chobe and Matetsi.

ACCOMMODATION: The camp

comprises 20 luxury safari tents

and can accommodate a maximum

of 40 guests. Each of the spacious

tents features twin beds and

en-suite shower & toilet facilities.

FACILITIES: Elephant Valley guestsare encouraged to participate in

all safari activities which include

both safaris in open vehicles in the

national park and boat cruises along

the Chobe River. Elephant Valley

offers a morning river cruise and

afternoon game drive.







Valid 01 May - 31 Oct 08.

Elephant Valley Lodge80km from Vic Falls/Livingstone - 20 tentsHHHH



your meals, high teas and

snacks, park fees and 2

activities per day.

LOCATION: Chobe Chilweroborders the world-renowned

Chobe National Park.

ACCOMMODATION: The lodge

offers 6 king and 9 twin luxur y,

stone and thatched cottages.

Each features en-suite facilities with

bath, indoor and outdoor showers,

private garden with hammock,

private balcony, mosquito nets,

ceiling fan, air-conditioning, hair

dryer, mini bar and in-room safe.

FACILITIES: The main public area

includes an elegant lounge anddining room linked to spectacular

outdoor viewing patios with the

wine cellar.

Chobe Chilwero80km from Vic Falls/ Livingstone - 15 roomsHHHHH

Specials for 2008

Save R265pp per night on stays of

4 nights or longer.




return transfers, 3 nightsaccommodation, all meals, game

activities, park fees, taxes and

levies.

Valid until 30 Jun 08 and




Safaris with a Difference

SafariswithaDifference

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The Ichobezi Luxury Safari BoatLOCATION: The Ichobezi now has two

magnificent boats; the Moli and the Mukwae,

which launch from Impalila Island, at the

confluence of the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers.

Thompsons will transfer guests from Vic Falls/

Livingstone to Kasane Immigration for pick up

by Ichobezi.

ACCOMMODATION: Both boats are state of

the art luxury safari boats operating on both the

Chobe and Zambezi Rivers. Boasting four twin

en-suite cabins for guest use - all decorated in

tasteful African style - these unique boats offer

the guest comfort, space and versatility.

Guests board the Ichobezi boats via the

accommodation deck that comprises six

bedrooms, two of which are reserved for your

crew. Each spacious bedroom has en-suite

bathroom facilities and sliding windows opening

onto the water. Each window is spanned by a

transparent mosquito screen.

ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES: The elevated

entertainment deck provides open dining,

socialising and game viewing space. Scrumptious

brunches and dinners are served in a relaxed

atmosphere on this level. At the front of the

entertainment deck guests can enjoy elevated

views of the surrounds, while bathing in the

plunge pool.




transfers, 2 nights accommodation with all

meals, soft drinks, local beer & wine, all

activities, boat transfers from Kasane

Immigration (Botswana) and park fees

included, taxes, fees and levies.


HHHHH

80km from Vic Falls/Livingstone - 6 tents

80km from Vic Falls/ Livingstone - 4 Rooms

Chobe & Savute Under CanvasLOCATION: The elegant Chobe Under

Canvas is carefully positioned in exclusive semi-

permanent Under Canvas camps in northern

Chobe National Park and Savute Under

Canvas is carefully positioned in the expansive

Savute Corner of central Chobe National Park.

ACCOMMODATION: The two luxury semi-

permanent camps consist of just six superlative

en-suite safari tents each. Booked on a nightly

basis, each luxury en-suite mobile tent boasts

a double bed, en-suite bathroom, separate w.c.

and bucket shower - this is the ultimate in luxury

camping.

ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES: Guests, hosted

by expert CC Africa guides, wi tness Botswanas

extraordinary diversity and enjoy up close and

personal encounters with Africas wilderness.

Guests are transferred to Kasane Airport

by Thompsons and then either fly to Savute

Airstrip or will be taken directly to Chobe

Camp by CC Africa.


INCLUDES: Return flights, return transfers,

2 nights Under Canvas accommodation all

inclusive, taxes, fees and levies.

Combinations with Chobe, Vic Falls and Livingstoneare also possible.

For the Under Canvas in Savute an additional cost will

apply for a transfer into the Savute area.

Valid 01 Jun - 31 Oct 08.

HHHHDELUXE

Your All InclusiveOption includes:

Three meals daily

Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits

and beers, teas and coffees

Refreshments on game drives

Scheduled safari activities Emergency medical evacuation insurance

Your All InclusiveOption includes:

All meals and snacks

Fishing

All game activi ties and park fees

Tea/Coffee, soft drinks, local beer and wine

Transfers to and from Impalila Island



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Botswana - Okavango, Linyanti & Savute

Elephants drinking, Okavango Delta

The Okavango DeltaThe Okavango Delta is the largest inland delta

on earth. Instead of flowing into the sea, the

annual flood of fresh water flows inland,

spreading over 15 000km of the Kalahari sand in

a maze of lagoons and channels. The delta is at

its most impressive in August when the

champagne-coloured water is at its deepest.

Most of the animals young are born between

November and March when the vegetation is

lush. Experience the waters and get close to the

game of the Delta by taking a makoro trip in

some of the channels. Your experienced poler

will guide you around lazy, but vigilant hippos,

and you can immerse yourself in the beauty and

the wildness of the Okavango.

Linyanti

On the southern banks of the Linyanti River is

the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve. Here the marsh

subsides into lagoons and steadily flowing rivers

with riverine forests of Jackal Berry and Sausage

trees leading to open grasslands, and dry inland

wooded areas. The wildlife is plentiful, especially

in the dry winter months (April October)

when great concentrations of elephant, buffalo

and zebra congregate along the river, with giraffe,

impala and roan antelope being seen in the

forests.

Savute

Often described as one of, if not the best ,

wildlife-viewing area in Africa today. Savute

boasts one of the highest concentrations of

wildlife left on the African continent. Animals are

present during all seasons, and at certain times of

the year their numbers can be staggering. If you

allow yourself adequate time here (a minimum

of three to four days is recommended) you will

probably see nearly all the major species.

Savute is famous for its predators, particularly its

resident lions and spotted hyena populations.

You may even be lucky enough to see the

endangered wild dog.

Typical Day on SafariThe dawn of a new day and the bush is

coming to life. Baboons scream a warning a s

they sense a predator close by. Fish Eagles utter

their eerie cry as they skim the waters for

breakfast. Somewhere in the wilderness a lion

roars, greeting the new day. Hippos grunt their

pleasure as they splash back into their watery

sanctuaries. At camp the African drums are

thumping their wake-up call and inviting you to

be a part of the magic that is the African bush.

Early morning wake-up

with tea and coffee

Light breakfast of cereal

and fruit

Morning game drive with

coffee in the bush

Return to camp for brunch

Afternoon tea with cakes and savouries

Afternoon game drive with sundowners

Dinner in camp...

...its a hard life, but someones gotta do it!Cheetahs at waterhole

Wilderness Property GradingsWilderness Safaris Camps consist of

Premier & Classic Camps.

Premier Camps: This is the highest level ofcamp in their portfolio and comprises their

most elegant and st ylised accommodation.

Classic Camps: The Classic camps are

generally tented camps, although a few are

lodges built from permanent structures.

All these camps offer superb facilities and

accommodation, the bedrooms being slightly

smaller than those of their Premier camps.

Their camps are then graded on the

Paw Grading system.

6 Paw: This is the highest level and isequivalent to a 5-star deluxe grading

5+ Paw: This is one level below 6 Paw and is

considered equivalent to a 5-star grading



Map of the Delta

BotswanaCa

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CCAfrica Camps in BotswanaNAME OF CAMP NUMBER TYPE ACTIVITIES

OF ROOMS OF CAMP OFFERED

Nxabega Okavango Safari Camp 10 En-suite Tents Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt, Mk,Fs

Sandibe Safari Lodge 8 En-suite Cottages Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt, Mk,Fs

Xarranna Tented Camp 12 En-suite Tents Combination Camp Gd, Mk, Nw

Xudum Delta Lodge 12 En-suite Suites Combination Camp Gd, Mk

Sanctuary Lodges & Camps in BotswanaNAME OF CAMP NUMBER TYPE ACTIVITIES


Chiefs Camp 12 En-suite Pavilions Land Camp Gd, Mk*

Stanleys Camp 8 En-suite Tents Land Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Ele, Mk*

Baines Camp 5 En-suite Suites Land Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt*, Mk*, Ele

Desert & Delta Safaris Camps in BotswanaNAME OF CAMP NO. NATURE ACTIVITIES


Camp Moremi 11 En-suite Tents Land Camp Gd, Bt

Camp Okavango 12 En-suite Tents Water Camp Mk, Bt, Nw, FsSavute Safari Lodge 12 En-suite Suites Land Camp Gd

Wilderness Safaris Camps in BotswanaNAME OF CAMP AREA WILDERNESS NUMBER TYPE ACTIVITIES

GRADING OF ROOMS OF CAMP OFFERED

Chitabe Camp South Eastern side of the Okavango Delta Classic 5+ Paw 8 En-suite Tents Land Camp Gd, Nd, Nw

Chitabe Trails South Eastern side of the Okavango Delta Classic 5+ Paw 5 En-suite Tents Land Camp Gd, Nd, Nw

Duba Plains Norther n side of the Okavango Delta Classic 5+ Paw 6 En-suite Tents Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Mk, Bt*

Jacana Camp Central Okavango Delta, west of Moremi Classic 5+ Paw 5 En-suite Tents Water Camp Gd, Nw, Bt, Mk,Fs

Jao Camp Central Okavango Delta, south-west of Moremi Premier 6 Paw 9 En-suite Tents Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt*, Mk

Kwetsani Camp Central Okavango Delta, west of Moremi Classic 5+ Paw 5 En-suite Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt, Mk,Fs

Mombo Camp Central Moremi Game Reserve Premier 6 Paw 9 En-suite tents Land Camp Gd

Little Mombo Central Moremi Game Reserve Premier 6 Paw 3 En-suite/ under canvas Land Camp Gd

Tubu Tree Camp Central Okavango Delta, south-west of Moremi Classic 5+ Paw 5 En-suite Tents Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt* Mk*

Vumbura Plains Norther n Okavango Delta Premier 6 Paw 7 + 7 En-suite room Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt, Mk,Fs

(2 separate camps)

Little Vumbura Norther n Okavango Delta Classic 5+ Paw 6 En-suite Tents Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt* Mk*

Xigera Camp Central Okavango Delta Classic 5+ Paw 10 En-suite Tents Combination Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt, Mk

DumaTau Linyanti Classic 5+ Paw 10 En-suite Tents Land Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, Bt*, Fs

Kings Pool Camp Linyanti Premier 6 Paw 9 En-suite Thatch Land Camp Gd, Nd, Nw, FS, Bt*

& Canvas Rooms

Savute Safari Camp Savuti (Western Chobe National Park) Classic 5+ Paw 12 En-suite Land Camp Gd

AbbreviationsGd = Game Drive

Nd = Night Drive

Nw = Nature Walk

Nw+ = Nature Walk

(Dependent on elephant

concentrations in the area)

Bt = Boat Trip

Mk = Makoro

Fs = Fishing

Ele = Elephant Interaction

(At an additional charge)

* = Seasonal-Usually May-Sep

All camps are sold on an All Inclusive basis. This includes : All meals, snacks, drinks and gameactivities. Please ask our consultants for details on each camps' inclusions.

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Namibia is located in southwest Africa.

It is a large and mainly arid country

sharing borders with Angola to the

north, Botswana to the east, South

Africa to the south and, in the Caprivi

Strip, a narrow panhandle of Namibian

territory jutting from the northeast

corner of the country, with Zambia and

Zimbabwe.

With 15 000 inhabitants, Namibias capital of

Windhoek is the biggest city in the country. The

attractive town lies at an altitude of 1650m in a

beautiful valley bordered by the Eros Mountains

in the north and the Auas mountains in the south.

Towards the west, stretches the Khomas Highland

to the Namib and the coast.

Swakopmund, also known as the summer capital

and is Namibias second-biggest town. Offering

a fascinating mix of European architecture and

culture, Swakopmund is a very popular touristdestination. Tourists can indulge in a diverse range

of activities from sand-boarding, quad-biking and

camel rides to 4x4 trips, boat rides and f ishing.

Sossusvlei is an enormous clay pan surrounded by

giant sand dunes. Situated in the heart of the Namib

Desert, it truly is one of Namibias top tourist

destinations. Some of these sand dunes reach a

world-record height of 300m. The clay pan fills with

water on the rare occasions of heavy rainfall, when

guests are treated to the spectacle of a beautiful

turquoise lake. The Sossusvlei dunes are found in

the Namib Naukluft Park; the biggest conservation

site in Africa and the fourth-bigges t in the world.

The Etosha National Park is one of the most

impressive game reserves in the southern

hemisphere. Covering an area of 22 270 km2, the

Etosha National Park boasts 114 mammal species,

340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian

species, and believe it or not, one species of fish!

Etosha, which means great white place, features a

gigantic mineral pan which was formed 1000 million

years ago. No African holiday is complete without a

visit to the Etosha National Park.

The Fish River Canyon features an enormous

gorge that meanders along a distance of

approximately 160km. Visitors come from all over

the world to experience this breathtaking tourist

attraction

Damaraland has no fences, no boundaries in the

vast, stony desert landscape. Just endless vistas

across stark plains, ancient valleys and brooding,

distant mountains which bring the traveller as

close to nature as is comfortably possible. Here,

the plants and animals have evolved side by

side with their environment over millennia and

unusual geological features, a wealth of rockpaintings and engravings, and populations of

desert-adapted elephant and rhino, combine to

form the unique attraction of Damaraland.

Namibias Caprivi Strip, a narrow piece of land

approximately 400km long, is one of the countrys

top tourist attractions.

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Namibia

Scenic Dunes in Namibia


iCAPITAL CITY: Windhoek

LANGUAGE: English

CURRENCY: Local - Namibian Dollar(NAD). R1 = NAD$1

VISA: SA passport holders do not require

a visa. All other passport holders to check

with local authorities.

TIME DIFFERENCE: Summer GMT + 1(Daylight saving time); Winter GMT +2




Bottle of Wine (imported) ZAR 135

Beer ZAR 8

Bottle of Water ZAR 14Coffee / Tea ZAR 13

Cold Drinks ZAR 14

Toasted Sandwich ZAR 43

Dinner at Hotel ZAR 165

WHAT THINGS COST

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

The best time to visit Namibia is between

May and September, when it is cool and

dry. From November to April the summer

is hot with rains. Midsummer temperatures

from the South and through the central

regions can rise to over 35C. In winter, day

temperatures vary between 18-25C, while atnight and in the morning it can drop to below

freezing. The rainy season is from October

/ November through to March / April.

Humidity levels can be very high in summer. Pelicans


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babwe

5www.thompsons.co.za

ThompsonsTop-UpsinNamibia

Thompsons Top-Ups in Namibia

Quadbiking Harbour Dolphin Cruise

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Harbour Dolphin Cruise3 hour boat cruise, including oysters, snacks and

sparkling wine

Minimum: 2 people

Cruise departs Walvis Bay Yacht club at 09h00

and takes you through the harbour to B ird Island,

you then cut across the lagoon to the moored

Russian trawlers where inquisitive seals will

swim up to the boats looking for something to

eat. From there we head to Pelican Point where

entertainment is provided by a large seal colony

and pods of Heavyside and Bottlenose Dolphins

swimming alongside the boats. To round off

the trip you will be spoilt with fresh Walvis Bay

oysters, snacks and cold sparkling wine served on

board the boat.

from R510 pp

Namib Desert Full Day Tour

7 hour tour, including a picnic lunch

Minimum: 3 people

Depart Swakopmund for Walvis Bay lagoon and

international wetland. Here you will observe

the majestic greater- and lesser flamingos. Next

we head off to the Walvis Bay Salt Works and

then Dune 7, the highest dune in the area. Here

we stop for a picnic lunch. Af ter lunch and

some exploring behind the dune belt the tour

then takes us further into the Namib Naukluft

Park, through to the Moonlandscape, past Oasis

Goanikontes up the Swakop Riverbed to the

living fossil, the Welwitschia Mirabilis plant.

Return to Swakopmund.

from R645 pp

Champagne and Oyster Sundowner Tour

2 hour tour.

Minimum: 4 people

Enjoy the views of an African sunset on a beach

overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, enjoy a feast of

fresh oysters and a glass of South African

sparkling wine. The Atlantic ocean has a

nutrient-rich current, which makes the quality

of the oysters superior and not-to-be-missed.

from R810 pp

Dune Desert Tour4 - 5 hour tour.

Minimum: 2

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