AMAZING PACKAGE DEALS 020 - The Africa Safari Co. · South African Airways flight to Johannesburg. Day 2: Johannesburg – Victoria Falls. On arrival, met and transferred to Sprayview

Join us on safari in 2020

including flights & taxes ex Australia

From $ 4,750* per person

twin share 16 DAYS

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Itinerary:

Day 1: Depart Australia. South African Airways flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: Johannesburg – Victoria Falls. On arrival, met and transferred to Sprayview Hotel for 3 nights accommodation, including breakfast daily.

Day 3: Victoria Falls. Enjoy an included sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River and time to explore the Falls.

Day 4: Victoria Falls. At leisure (optional touring available).

Days 5–7: Victoria Falls – Johannesburg – Pilanesberg National Park. Flight to Johannesburg and transfer by road to the malaria-free Ivory Tree Game Lodge for 3 nights accommodation, including all meals and 6 included game activities.

Day 8: Johannesburg – Cape Town. Transfer to the airport and fly to Cape Town. On arrival into Cape Town, transfer to the Cape Milner Hotel for 3 nights accommodation, including breakfast.

Day 9: Cape Town. Half Day City and Table Mountain Tour.

Day 10: Cape Town. At leisure (optional touring available).

Day 11: Departure. Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Australia, via Johannesburg.

Day 12: Australia. Arrival into Australia.

Ex Australia.

Departs daily (minimum 2 passengers).

Cost per person – 12 days:* Twin Share

01 Jan-31 Dec, 2020 from $5690

Included: Return flights ex Australia with SAA including taxes, 3 nights Sprayview Hotel Victoria Falls, 1 night Johannesburg, 3 nights Ivory Tree Game Lodge, 3 nights Cape Milner Hotel, airport transfers, 15 meals, 6 game activities, a Zambezi River Sunset cruise, Half Day City & Table Mountain Tour.

*Price subject to availability, until further notice. Surcharges may apply, subject to availability of the class required for the domestic sectors. Single supplement dependent on departure.

Optional LUXURY train journey:

Add a Johannesburg to Cape Town luxury train journey – from $1,995pp.

Safari & Cape Town – 11 Days flights & taxes included ex Australia

Victoria Falls to Cape Town – 12 Days flights & taxes included ex Australia

Itinerary:


Day 2: Johannesburg – Mabula Private Game Reserve. On arrival, met and transferred by road to the malaria-free Mabula Private Game Reserve for 4 nights accommodation, including all meals and 8 scheduled game activities.

Day 3: Mabula Private Game Reserve. Morning and afternoon game drives.



Day 6: Mabula – Cape Town. Transfer by road to Johannesburg for your flight to Cape Town. On arrival, met and transferred to the Cape Milner Hotel for 4 nights, including breakfast daily.






Ex Australia.

Departs daily (minimum 2 passengers).


01 Jan-31 Dec, 2020 from $3,995

Included: Return flights ex Australia with SAA & taxes, 4 nights Mabula Private Game Reserve, 4 nights Cape Milner Hotel, airport transfers,15 meals, 8 game activities.


Zambezi Sunset River Cruise

Cape Milner Hotel, Cape Towm

Cape Town, South Africa Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Value Safaris

$ 3,995* From per person

twin share$ 5,690* Fr

om per person twin share

From $ 5,690* per person twin share

2 Mabula Private Game Reserve

Mabula Private Game Reserve

Southern Africa Splendour & Luxury Train Journey

– 14 Days flights & taxes included ex Australia

Tanzania & Zanzibar – 14 Days flights & taxes included ex Australia

Itinerary:


Day 2: Johannesburg – Victoria Falls. On arrival, met and transferred to Batonka Luxury Guest House for 2 nights accommodation, including breakfast daily.

Day 3: Victoria Falls. Enjoy an included sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River and time to explore the Falls.

Day 4: Victoria Falls – Johannesburg. Return to Victoria Falls, fly to Johannesburg and overnight at the Metcourt Hotel.

Days 5–7: Pilanesberg National Park. Transfer by road to the malaria-free Ivory Tree Game Lodge for 3 nights, including all meals and 6 game activities.

Day 8: Pilanesberg National Park – Pretoria – Luxury Train. Road transfer to Pretoria and board the luxurious Rovos Rail or Blue Train for a 2-night journey to Cape Town, including all meals and drinks in 5-star luxury.

Day 9: Rail transit. On board Rovos Rail or The Blue Train.

Day 10: Cape Town. On arrival into Cape Town, transfer to the Cape Milner Hotel for 3 nights accommodation, including breakfast.





Ex Australia.

Departs daily (in conjunction with Rail Schedules, min. 2 pax).


01 Jan-31 Dec, 2020 from $7,995

Included: Return flights ex Australia with SAA including taxes, 2 nights Batonka Guest House Vic Falls, 1 night Johannesburg, 3 nights Ivory Tree Game Lodge, luxurious 2 night train journey, 3 nights Cape Milner Hotel, airport transfers, 20 meals, 10 game activities, a Zambezi River Sunset cruise, Half Day City & Table Mountain Tour.


Itinerary:

Day 1: Depart Australia. Depart for Kilimanjaro on Qatar Airways.

Day 2: Arusha. On arrival, transfer to Arusha Serena overlooking Lake Duluti for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Lake Mayara National Park. Depart on a road safari throughout Tanzania. Transfer to Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge for a game drive & overnight.

Days 4–5: Serengeti National Park. Travel by road to the world famous Serengeti National Park for 2 nights at the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge. Morning and afternoon game activities.

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater. Road transfer to spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for overnight at the Ngorongoro Serena Lodge.

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater. A 6-hour game drive onto the Crater floor, then depart via the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara for overnight at the Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.

Days 8–12: Arusha – Zanzibar. Travel by road to Arusha for your flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, transfer to the Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa for 5 nights, all inclusive. Spend days at leisure on the beach.

Day 13: Departure. Transfer to Zanzibar airport for your flight home with Qatar Airways.


Ex Australia.

Scheduled departure dates (min. 2 pax).


01 Jan-31 Dec, 2020 from $7,999

Included: Return flights ex Australia with Qatar Airways, including taxes, 6 nights on safari, 5 nights Blue Bay Zanzibar, airport transfers, 32 meals & 7 game activities.


Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa Traditional Dhow sailing boat, Zanzibar

Ngorongoro Crater, TanzaniaRovos Rail Lounge Car

Value Safaris

$ 7,995* From per person

twin share$ 7,999* Fr

om per person twin share

3The Blue Train The stunning panoramic views across the Serengeti at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

From $ 4,750* per person, twin share

Flights & taxes included ex Australia

South Africa Surprise 2019/20 - 16 Days

It’s an adventure unlike any other - South Africa is a vast land of unimaginable beauty & diversity of experiences. Our journey is set to take your breath away.

Itinerary

Day 1: (Sat) Australia – Johannesburg. Depart Australia on flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: (Sun) Johannesburg. On arrival into Johannesburg, met and transferred to hotel. At 7pm, meet at reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet up with your fellow travellers. Accommodation: Protea Hotel OR Tambo.#

Day 3: (Mon) Johannesburg – Mpumalanga [BB]. This morning we depart Johannesburg for Hazyview. Travel along the Panorama Route visiting the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, and Bourke’s Luck Potholes before arriving into Hazyview. Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate.#

Day 4: (Tue) Mpumalanga [B]. Bright and early start in order to experience the wonders of Kruger National Park—internationally-renowned for its large variety of wildlife species. Enjoy a game drive in a closed vehicle and also keep a lookout for the wonderful flora and bird life that abounds. Return to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure. Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate.#

Day 5: (Wed) Mpumalanga – eSwatini (Swaziland) [BB]. After breakfast, we journey to eSwatini. Proceed south to Malalane and then onto eSwatini. Visit a real Chief’s village with an opportunity to gain an authentic knowledge of traditional Swazi culture. Accommodation: Lugogo Sun Hotel.#

Day 6: (Thu) eSwatini – St Lucia and surrounds [BB]. Today we journey through eSwatini into Zululand where ancient traditions and modern cultures of both Zulu and Settler have combined into a vibrant society living in peace and harmony. Accommodation: Protea Hotel Hluhluwe.#

Day 7: (Fri) St Lucia and surrounds – Durban [BB]. Today you have the option to relax or take an optional morning boat cruise on St Lucia before heading off towards Durban. An orientation tour introduces us to this multicultural, vibrant seaside city. Accommodation: Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge.#

Day 8: (Sat) Durban – Drakensberg [BB/BD]. Morning at leisure, then we head into the majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Visit the 300ft high Howick Falls then through the Southern Midlands to arrive at our hotel. Time at leisure to soak up the surroundings, or go fishing, hiking or even horse riding in clean mountain air (own expense). Accommodation: Drakensberg Gardens Resort Hotel & Spa.#

Day 9: (Sun) Drakensberg [BB/BD]. Full day at leisure in the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains. Today a host of leisure activities awaits you against a breathtaking back drop of tranquil beauty. Accommodation: Drakensberg Gardens Resort Hotel & Spa.#

Day 10: (Mon) Drakensberg – Eastern Cape Coast [BD]. We continue south to the Eastern Cape, en route we see the old traditional way of life in the homeland area. Continue via Nelson Mandela’s birth place and house, arriving late afternoon at our accommodation on the beautiful, unspoilt Eastern Cape Coast. Accommodation: Crawford’s Beach Lodge.#

Day 11: (Tue) Eastern Cape Coast – Port Elizabeth [BB]. Wake to the sounds of the crashing waves with a morning at leisure to unwind. Mid-morning, we set off south to Port Elizabeth. Accommodation: Garden Court King’s Beach.#

Day 12: (Wed) Port Elizabeth – Knysna [BB/D]. We continue our journey towards the Cape. Visit the Tsitsikamma Forest and a short walk to the Storms River Mouth offers magnificent views of the gorge and river below. Arrive in Knysna late afternoon for check in. Accommodation: Knysna Hollow Country Estate.#

Day 13: (Thu) Knysna – Oudtshoorn – Mossel Bay [BB]. We travel inland over the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, famous for its ostrich industry and known as the ’feather capital of the world. Visit a working ostrich farm and explore the nearby famous Cango Caves, with their magnificent dripstone formations. Travel onto Mossel Bay for overnight. Accommodation: Diaz Hotel.#

Day 14: (Fri) Oudtshoorn – Cape Town [BB]. Explore Mossel Bay, visiting the famous Post Office Tree, the Bartholomeus Diaz Museum and Shell Museum. In whale season (Aug – Nov), we travel to Hermanus and try to catch a glimpse of these majestic mammals. Drive via the towns of Swellendam, Robertson and Worcester (Route 62), through the Huguenot Tunnel and in to Cape Town. Accommodation: Sunsquare Cape Town Gardens.#

Day 15: (Sat) Cape Town [BB]. Today, enjoy quality time to explore the iconically beautiful ’Mother City’ at leisure. A visit to the V&A Waterfront is recommended amongst its many world-acclaimed attractions. Accommodation: Sunsquare Cape Town Gardens.#

Day 16: (Sun) Cape Town [BB]. This morning after breakfast and 11h00 check out, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure until your transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your onward flight home.

Options & extensions

3-day/2-night Victoria Falls extensionAn option to see one of the most spectacular natural Wonders of the World and the largest curtain of falling water on the planet.

Cost per person – 3 days*: Twin Share

01 Sep, 2019 – 30 Nov, 2020 from $ 1,835Included: Return flight and taxes ex Johannesburg, transfers, 2 nights at The Kingdom Hotel, breakfast daily & 1 buffet dinner at White-water’s Restaurant, a Sunset Zambezi Cruise & a guided tour of Victoria Falls. Single room supplement: from $285.

Departs: Daily with a minimum of 2 passengers.

South Africa Surprise LADIES ONLY departureOur popular ’Ladies Only’ departure has been set aside for Saturday 18 July, 2020. See page 13 for details.

The Pyramids from Giza PlateauJohannesburg to Cape Town Fully Guided Highlights Journey

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Zam

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Zambezi River

Madikwe

QuirimbasNP Matemo Island

Pemba

Medjumbe Island

Lesotho

ATLANTICOCEAN

INDIANOCEAN

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Knysna

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

Mana Pools

Sun City

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam

SamburuGame Reserve

Cape Town Port Elizabeth

Oudtshoorn East London

Durban

St. Lucia

Hazyview

KWAZULU-NATAL

MPUMALANGAGAUTENG

EASTERNCAPE

WESTERNCAPE

NORTHERNCAPE

NORTH-WESTPROVINCE

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LIMPOPO PROVINCE KrugerNational

Park

Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

Maputo

Gaborone

Dr a kens

be rg

Hluhluwe–iMfolozi

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

CapriviGame Park

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert

Lake Manyara Brazzaville

LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP

Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Tsavo NP

Namibia

Madagascar

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Kabale

EntebbeNgama Island

Odzala

Mo

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Lower ZambeziNational Park

KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta

Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe

Pretoria

Chobe NP

eSwatini(Swazi land)

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara

NgorongoroConservation Area Lake Manyara

NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

MusomaIsebania

Oldupai GorgeNgorongoro Crater

Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zambia

South Africa

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Johannesburg

16DAYS

Departures, Inclusions, Prices

Departs

2019 2020Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec05 02 07 11 08 07 11 09 06 04† 01 05 03 14 0519 16 18 15 17

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Includes

H Return flights with SAA, Australia–JNB/CPT & taxes

H Transportation in luxury coach

H 14 nights, 3–4 star accommodation throughout

H 14 breakfasts, 4 dinners, porterage & VAT

H All touring & sightseeing as per itinerary

Price (valid 01 Oct, 2019 – 31 Dec, 2020)

H Single room supplement: from $890

H †Surcharge of $125 applies to 04 July departure

H Refer to our website for most up-to-date pricing: www.africasafarico.com.au

*Price subject to availability, until further notice. Surcharges may apply, subject to availability of the class required for the domestic sectors. Single supplement dependent on departure. #Accommodation as stated or similar.

Cost per person – 16 days*: Twin share

01 Oct-30 Nov, 2019 from $4,850

01 Dec-31 Dec, 2019 from $4,950

01 Jan-30 Apr, 2020 from $4,850

01 May-31 Jul, 2020 from $4,750†

01 Aug-31 Dec, 2020 from $4,950

GUIDED COACH TOUR

Tour highlights

H Panorama Route, visiting the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window & Bourke’s Luck Potholes

H Game drive in Kruger National Park

H Visit a Swazi Chief’s village, majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains & a working ostrich farm

H Time to explore Cape Town — “The Mother City”

Transportation

H Private vehicle (coach)

H Flights

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African Family Safari 2019/20 - 11 DaysSouth Africa Surprise 2019/20 - 16 Days

From $ 4,138* per person - family of 4#


Day 1: Australia – Johannesburg. Depart Australia, via Perth, for your overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: Johannesburg – Madikwe [BLD]. Upon arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to Madikwe River Lodge for your three nights accommodation in a family room. Includes all meals, 2 shared scheduled game drives per day and park fees.

Madikwe River Lodge lounge

Surrounded by 76,000ha of malaria-free African sand veld, the luxurious Madikwe River Lodge is on the Groot Marico River in the heart of game-rich Madikwe National Park of South Africa’s North West province. The experienced game rangers generously give their vast knowledge of the bush as guests venture on their exciting safari rides or game walks. Discover the mystery of the acacia bushveld, enjoy a myriad of birdlife and experience the thrill of observing the majestic Big Five in their natural habitat.The lodge’s comfortable accommodation consists of secluded split-level thatched chalets and six family rooms, set in the serene tranquillity of a riverine forest. Each cottage is individually decorated to create a luxurious African feel and offers an en-suite bathroom and shower with a full range of guest amenities, ceiling fans, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, and a private wooden viewing deck overlooking the river. Luxury Suite features include a separate lounge area and an outside shower.

Days 3–4: Madikwe [BLD]. For the next two days, you will enjoy scheduled morning and afternoon game drives in Madikwe Game Reserve.

Day 5: Madikwe – Sun City [B]. This morning, after your early morning game drive, you will be met and privately transferred to Sun City for your three nights accommodation at Sun City Cabanas Hotel in a Family room, including breakfast.

Family-friendly Cabanas Hotel, Sun City

Nestled in the hills of the Pilanesberg is a place like no other - Sun City and the Lost City, known as the Kingdom of Pleasure. This remarkable resort offers superb accommodation and non-stop entertainment, including the famous water park for the kids to enjoy.

Days 6–7: Sun City [B]. For the next two days, you will be under your own arrangements to enjoy Sun City.

Day 8: Sun City – Johannesburg – Cape Town [B]. Private road transfer to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Cape Town. On arrival into Cape Town, you will be met and transferred to Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge for your three nights stay in a Family room, including breakfast.

Days 9–10: Cape Town [B]. For the next two days, you will be under your own arrangements to explore “The Mother City”—Cape Town.

Day 11: Cape Town – Australia [B]. This morning, after breakfast, you will be met and transferred to Cape Town Airport for your onward flight home, via Johannesburg.

Ske leton Coast P

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Zam

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Zambezi River

Madikwe


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

Lesotho

ATLANTIC OCEAN INDIAN OCEAN

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Plettenberg Bay

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

Mana Pools

Sun City

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam

SamburuGame Reserve


Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

Gaborone

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

CapriviGame Park

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert


LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP


Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Tsavo NP

Namibia

Madagascar

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Kabale

EntebbeNgama Island

Odzala

Mo

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biq

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KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta

Victoria Falls

ZimbabweChobe NP

eSwatini(Swaziland)

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara


NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

MusomaIsebania


Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zambia

South Africa

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Johannesburg

Johannesburg, Madikwe, Sun City & Cape Town Safari for a family of 4#

Itinerary11DAYS

Tour highlights

H Morning & afternoon game drives in Madikwe Game Reserve

H Time to explore Sun City


Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights


Departs

H Daily, minimum 4 pax. family#

Includes

H All flights ex Australia & taxes for a family of 4# sharing

H 9-night Superior Class accommodation

H All transfers

H Breakfast daily

H All meals & safari activities in Madikwe

Price (valid 01 Oct, 2019 – 30 Nov, 2020)


# Family pricing for 4 consists of 2 adults & 2 children, under 12 years, sharing a room with 2 adults.

* Note: All prices are based on fares/classes (ex Syd/Mel/Adl/Per/Bne) & land arrangements available at time of print subject to availability. Please use all pricing as a guideline only.

Cost per family of 4# – 11 days*: 2 adults + 2 children <12

01 Oct-30 Nov, 2019 from $16,750

01 Dec-31 Dec, 2019 On request

01 Jan-31 Mar, 2020 from $17,350

01 Apr-30 Sep, 2020 from $16,550

01 Oct-30 Nov, 2020 from $18,150

PRIVATE TOURMIN 4 PAX#

Cape Town Sun City

Itinerary

Johannesburg to Cape Town Fully Guided Highlights Journey

Sun City 5



Southern Africa Magic 2019/20 - 11 Days

This magical trip through Southern Africa visits the highlights of 3 magnificent countries in comfortable 4-star accommodation: Kruger National Park & Cape Town in South Africa, Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe & Chobe National Park in Botswana.

Itinerary

Day 1: Australia – Johannesburg. Depart Australia on flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: Johannesburg – Kruger National Park [D].On arrival into Johannesburg, connect with your flight to Hoedspruit, gateway to the northern section of the Kruger National Park. Met and transferred to Moditlo River Lodge for 3 nights, including all meals and game activities.

Situated on 36,000 acres of African bushveld, Moditlo River Lodge sits at the heart of the Blue Canyon Conservancy—a stretch of protected land in close proximity to the world-renowned Greater Kruger National Park and home to an astonishing array of fauna and flora.

Moditlo River Lodge was designed and built with the sole intention of providing guests with an authentic African safari experience. The Main Lodge is spacious with ample verandas that wrap around various dining and entertainment areas. The luxurious lodge also has a crystal-clear swimming pool, restaurant, curio shop and bar.

Days 3–4: On Safari [BLD]. These days will be spent on safari. Moditlo River Lodge offers early morning and late afternoon game drives, conducted by experienced nature guides in open 4x4 game-viewing vehicles. Morning game drives include complimentary coffee and tea; afternoon drives include sundowners and snacks.

Day 5: Kruger National Park – Cape Town [B]. Morning game drive then transfer to the airport for your flight to Cape Town. On arrival you will be met and transferred to The Portswood Hotel for 3 nights accommodation, including breakfast daily. Afternoon at leisure to explore the V&A Waterfront area.

The Portswood Hotel is seen as a piece of Cape Town’s history. The restaurant and lobby are built around the original well and holding cells for prisoners en route to Robben Island 300 years ago. The hotel is famous for its unique, personal approach to service. Situated at the foot of Table Mountain, and in the heart of Cape Town’s working harbour, its perfect location makes it the ideal hotel in Cape Town.

Days 6–7: Cape Town [B]. These days will be spent exploring Cape Town. Included during your stay is a full day tour to the Cape Highlights – visiting Hout Bay, Chapman’s Peak, Cape Point Nature Reserve and Simon’s Town. Then travel onto the winelands through historic Stellenbosch including a wine tasting. Return to Cape Town.

Day 8: Cape Town – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe [B]. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls, via Johannesburg. Met and transferred to the Kingdom Hotel for 3 nights accommodation, including breakfast daily. Afternoon sunset cruise on the Mighty Zambezi River.

The Kingdom Hotel is nestled around a vast man-made lake so all rooms enjoy a view. Classically decorated in warm colours with furnishings that feature local Zimbabwe teak, the hotel is located within easy walking distance of the small town and the Falls.

Day 9: Chobe National Park, Botswana [B]. Depart early this morning for a full day guided tour of the magnificent Chobe National Park. Transfer to the Botswana border by road, then transfer directly to Chobe River to board your game cruise vessel — a relaxing and magical way to see the magnificent wildlife that abounds in Chobe. After lunch, embark on an open safari vehicle game drive into the National Park, in search of the abundant wildlife. Transfer back to Victoria Falls for overnight.

Day 10: Victoria Falls [BD]. Guided tour of the Falls this morning, then the rest of your day is at leisure to partake in the many optional activities available to you in the area. This evening, dinner will be at The Boma Restaurant. Tantalising aromas of barbequed local dishes and game meat fill the restaurant, which is partially open to the surrounding forest and the night skies. Staff members are warm and hospitable, offering traditional delicacies to guests as they enjoy the warm African evening.

Day 11: Victoria Falls to Johannesburg [B]. A leisurely morning in Victoria Falls for some last minute shopping or sightseeing before transfer to the airport for your flight back to Australia, via Johannesburg.

The Pyramids from Giza PlateauJohannesburg to Johannesburg Lodge/Hotel accommodation

Wild dog Victoria Falls

Ske leton Coast P

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Mo

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Zam

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Zambezi River


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

ATLANTIC OCEAN

INDIAN OCEAN

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Plettenberg Bay

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

Mana Pools

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam

SamburuGame Reserve

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

KrugerNational

Park

Moditlo PrivateGame Reserve

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert


LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP


Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Tsavo NP

Namibia

Madagascar

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Kabale

EntebbeNgama Island

Odzala

Hoedspruit AirportGaborone


KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta

Victoria Falls

ZimbabweChobe

NP

Mozambique

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara


NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

MusomaIsebania


Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Kenya

Tanzania

Zambia

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Lesotho

Johannesburg

Botswana

South AfricaeSwatini(Swaziland)

11DAYS


Departs

H Daily, minimum 2 pax

Includes

H Return airfares & taxes flying SAA ex Australia to JNB

H Internal flights, all taxes & transfers

H 9 nights in comfortable 4-star accommodation

H Breakfast daily & all meals at Moditlo River Lodge

H All game drives & activities as per itinerary


H Single room supplement: from $1,100


†Peak season surcharge may apply. *Price subject to availability, until further notice. Surcharges may apply, subject to availability of the class required for the domestic sectors. Single supplement dependent on departure.


01 Oct-31 Oct, 2019 from $ 6950

01 Nov-31 Dec, 2019 from $ 7085†

01 Jan-31 Mar & 01 Oct-31 Dec, 2020 from $ 8490†

01 Apr-31 May & 01 Sep-30 Sep, 2020 from $ 7950

01 Jun-31 Aug, 2020 from $ 7650

PRIVATE TOURMIN 2 PAX

Tour highlights

H 3 nights on safari close to Kruger National Park

H Full day tour of the Cape highlights in Cape Town


H Wine tasting in Stellenbosch

H A tour of the Falls & time to explore Victoria Falls

H A sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River

H Dinner at The Boma Restaurant in Zimbabwe

H Full day Chobe National Park Excursion, including game drive & cruise.

Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights

Moditlo River Lodge

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Botswana Adventure 2019/20 - 16 DaysSouthern Africa Magic 2019/20 - 11 Days



Itinerary


Day 2: Johannesburg [BB]. On arrival, make your way to the Metcourt Hotel for overnight, including breakfast. Day at leisure.

Day 3: Johannesburg - Palapye Botswana [D]. The tour departs at 08h00. Travelling through the province of Limpopo, we cross the border into Botswana where we set up camp at the Khama Rhino Sanctuary.

Day 4: Maun [BLD]. Early morning, clients can partake on an optional 2 hour game drive (own expense) in search of the white rhino inhabiting Khama Rhino Sanctuary. We then travel along the western edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans arriving in Maun late afternoon. The evening is spent relaxing around the campfire and preparing for our 4x4 excursion into Moremi Wildlife Reserve the next day.

Days 5–6: Khwai Area of Moremi Wildlife Reserve [BLD]. An early start takes us to Maun—the gateway to the Delta and Moremi Wildlife Reserve. We change vehicles to our open sided 4x4 vehicles and arrive at Moremi by lunchtime. After lunch, we enter the park and travel to the Khwai area. This is a pure wilderness area of great beauty, with rich green vegetation, palm trees, teeming with bird life and a vast population of wild animals. We enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives exploring the reserve in open 4x4 safari vehicles. Our private campsite is located inside the park, where we set up bush toilets and bush showers.

Day 7: Maun [BLD]. After an early morning game drive we exit Moremi and travel back to Maun. The afternoon is free for an optional 1-hour scenic flight over the Okavango Delta (own expense).

Day 8: Okavango Delta/Maun [BLD]. Today we depart Maun at 07h30 for a 1–2 hour road transfer (depending on water levels), to the mokoro boat station. We will be introduced to our mokoro poler who will be our guide throughout our Mokoro excursion into the Okavango Delta. We enjoy the Delta by mokoro and nature/game walks before our mid-afternoon road transfer back to Maun.

Days 9–10: Chobe River – Kasane [BLD]. We continue through Botswana to Kasane, and our camp is set up on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and bird life. The following day, sunset is enjoyed on a relaxing game viewing boat cruise on the Chobe River. Optional morning game drive in the Chobe National Park (own expense).

Days 11–12: Victoria Falls [BB]. We travel across the Zimbabwe border to view “Mosi-oa-Tunya” — The Smoke That Thunders — one of the most spectacular sights in Africa. Days are spent at leisure to browse the local markets, or experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa (own expense). Accommodation: Cresta Sprayview Hotel.

Day 13: Makgadikgadi Pans [BLD]. Crossing back into Botswana, we set up camp at Nata. We visit the Makgadikgadi Pans for a truly unforgettable sunset over what remains of an ancient 6500km2 lake.

Days 14–15: Tuli Wilderness Camp [BLD]. Travelling South, we make our way to the Tuli area, known for its rich archaeological heritage and beautiful San rock art sites. These were discovered alongside numerous other archaeological sites that date back to the Stone Age and scattered artefacts are still being discovered. The reserve is also a great game area that is unfenced so as to preserve natural migratory patterns. We camp on the banks of the Limpopo River and on Day 14, we enjoy a guided morning game walk and a late afternoon/evening game drive.

Day 16: Johannesburg [B]. We exit Botswana and travel back to Johannesburg. Tour ends at 17h00 with drop-off at your hotel or the airport for your departure flight.

Our Fully Serviced Camping Botswana Adventure invites you to sit back, relax & take in the amazing scenery of southern Africa while we take care of ALL of the chores! We prepare your meals, secure your tent & make sure that only our footsteps remain.

Johannesburg to Johannesburg Serviced Camping Adventure

16DAYS


Departs

2019 2020Sep Oct Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct07 12 04 09 06 12 04 05 1022 27 27 19 20 25

Includes

H Return flights with SAA, Australia–JNB & taxes

H Transportation in purpose-built overland vehicle

H 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast

H 11 nights fully serviced camping with all meals

H 3 camp duty staff (cooking, cleaning, tent assembly)

H 2-person domed tents (2.5m2 x H1.9m), camp beds, pillows, sleeping bags & folding chairs


Price (valid 01 Sep, 2019 – 31 Oct, 2020)


H Additional: Local Park Fee & Activity payment: $US200 payable to the guide on arrival.




01 Sep-31 Oct, 2019 from $5,480

01 Apr-30 Jun, 2020 from $5,490

01 Jul-31 Oct, 2020 from $5,775

SCHEDULED SAFARI4 – 16 PAX

Overland truck on the Makgadikgadi Pans Game viewing in Moremi Game Reserve

Note: This safari is recommended for healthy and active participants looking for an adventure holiday.

Itinerary

Johannesburg to Johannesburg Lodge/Hotel accommodation

Tour highlights

H Game viewing & camping in Moremi Game Reserve

H Mokoro excursions & bush walks in Okavango Delta

H Chobe River & Makgadikgadi Pans

H Victoria Falls — the Adventure Capital of the World

H Tuli Wilderness area on the Limpopo River

Transportation

H Overland vehicle & open 4x4 vehicles in Moremi

H Flights

Setting-up camp

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Desert, Falls & Wildlife 2019/20 - 17 Days

This stylish tour offers an abundance of scenic, wildlife & cultural attractions. Walk the World’s highest sand dunes in the Namib Desert, game view in Etosha National Park, relax along the Okavango, Kwando & Chobe Rivers, & marvel at Victoria Falls.

Itinerary

Day 1: Australia – Johannesburg. Depart Australia on an overnight flight to Windhoek, via Johannesburg.

Day 2: Windhoek. Afternoon free to explore the capital city of Namibia. Overnight Safari Court Hotel.#

Days 3–4: Sesriem [BD]. Our journey takes us south, through ever changing scenery to our accommodation located on the edge of the Namib Desert. The following morning is an early departure for Sossusvlei, stopping in the dune belt to witness the changing colours of the World’s highest sand dunes. We undertake a 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. In the afternoon, we enjoy a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon. Overnight Desert Quiver Camp.#

Days 5–6: Swakopmund [B]. We reach the coast at Walvis Bay and enjoy lunch while viewing the many flamingos feeding. We arrive in Swakopmund and spend the afternoon and following day exploring this German colonial town with numerous optional excursions available (own expense), including dolphin cruises or scenic flights over the vast Namib Desert. Overnight The Delight.#

Day 7: Damaraland [BD]. We drive inland through the Damaraland region, with its vast and rugged terrain. Its mountain ranges are intercepted by wide gravel plains which run into sandy, vegetated riverbeds and hot, dry valleys. Our lodge is located on top of a mountain with spectacular views of the surrounding area. Spend the afternoon taking in the incredible setting or simply relaxing by the pool. Overnight Ugab Terrace Lodge.#

Day 8: Etosha National Park [BD]. Today we proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive and relax by the flood-lit waterhole in the evening. The park’s main characteristic is a salt pan so large that it can be seen from space, yet abundant wildlife congregates around the waterholes. Overnight Etosha Village inside Etosha National Park.#

Day 9: Etosha National Park [BD]. This Park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa, with thousands of wild animals (such as blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion and elephant) making this area their home. The day is spent on game drives through the Park, from the Western to the Eastern side. Overnight Mokuti Lodge.#

Day 10: Okavango River [BD]. We depart Etosha and enter the Caprivi Strip, spending the night set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River and Angola. An optional afternoon boat cruise on the river is available (own account). Overnight Hakusembe River Lodge.#

Days 11–12: Okavango Delta [BD/BLD]. Continuing towards the Caprivi, we cross into Botswana and travel by road to the edge of the Okavango Delta. We transfer 2-3 hours by boat to Pepere Island in the Delta. The following day we do mokoro and game walks on the island and the smaller islands in the area. The activities included are Mokoro trips, scenic boat tours and game walks on the island. Overnight Swapstop Chalets.#

Day 13: Kwando River [BD]. Departing the Delta by boat we return to our vehicle and we cross back into Namibia. We continue to the Eastern side of the Caprivi Strip and arrive at our lodge overlooking the flood plains of the Kwando River. Overnight Namushasha River Lodge.#

Days 14–15: Chobe River [BD]. Crossing into Botswana via the Chobe National Park we overnight on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and bird life.

The following day we relax on a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Optional morning Game Drive (own account). Overnight Chobe Safari Lodge.#

Day 16: Victoria Falls [B]. We travel across the Zimbabwean border to Victoria Falls - without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. The afternoon and following morning is spent at leisure to browse the local markets, to experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa including white water rafting, bungi jumping, microlighting/airplane or helicopter flights over the Falls, and to visit the Falls (own expense). Overnight Cresta Sprayview hotel.#

Day 17: Victoria Falls [B]. After breakfast and check out, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Australia, via Johannesburg.

Note: This safari is recommended for healthy and active participants looking for an adventure holiday.

The Pyramids from Giza Plateau

The Delight room

17DAYS


Departs

H Windhoek to Vic Falls (dates in black)

H Can operate in reverse ex Vic Falls (dates in green)

2019 2020Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov24 19 16 19 07 03 02 01 08 12

31 03 22 18 17 16 23

Includes

H Return airfares & taxes from Australia to Africa

H 15 nights lodge, chalet & small hotel accommodation

H Breakfast from Day 3, 1 lunch, 11 dinners


Price (valid 24 Oct, 2019 – 12 Nov, 2020)


H Additional:• Arrival & Departure transfers — price on request.

• Local Park Fee: ZAR2000 payable to the guide on arrival.




Oct, 2019 from $ 7,750

Dec, 2019 & Jul-Oct, 2020 from $ 8,300

Jan-Mar, 2020 from $ 7950

Apr–May & Nov, 2020 from $ 8050

SCHEDULED SAFARI 4 – 16 PAX

Tour highlights

H The World’s highest sand dunes in the Namib Desert

H Game drives in Etosha National Park, Namibia

H Mokoro & game walks on islands in the Delta

H Sunset game cruise on the Chobe River, Botswana

H Time to explore Swakopmund & Victoria Falls

Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights

Windhoek to Victoria Falls Safari

Chobe National Park8

Desert, Falls & Wildlife 2019/20 - 17 Days

Itinerary



The Hwange, Falls & Chobe Experience 2019/20 - 11 Days

Imvelo lodges & camps have been meticulously designed to offer home comforts with a splash of luxury, in locations carefully selected for the local communities’ dedication to our conservation partnership & their proximity to some of nature’s most spectacular wonders.

Itinerary


Day 2: Johannesburg – Hwange National Park [BD]. On arrival into Johannesburg, connect with your flight to Victoria Falls. Met and road transferred to Bomani Tented Lodge, in Hwange National Park, for 3 nights accommodation.

Bomani Tented Lodge is situated in a private concession on the magnificent Ngamo Plain, on the edge of the remote and unspoilt southeastern corner of Hwange National Park. Bomani is famous for its massive herds of elephants and hundreds can be spotted in a day on safari in the dry season. Our main lodge overlooks Bomani pan, and comprises of an open dining room, bar area and lounge, built on a spectacular viewing platform. You can enjoy your breakfast whilst watching zebra and wildebeest quietly graze, or sip a sundowner as giraffe and elephant soak up the days’ final rays. During the chilly winter evenings, our open fireplaces keep the room warm and cosy. You can even snuggle up under a blanket around the outdoor fire pit and enjoy a glass of red wine with canapes, whilst listening to the sounds of the African bush.

Days 3–4: Hwange National Park [BLD]. These days will be spent Game viewing in the Hwange National Park. Our friendly and knowledgeable guides will take you on walks or drives inside this truly wild and remote region of Hwange National Park, famous for its elephants, as well as a plethora of different wildlife.

Day 5: Hwange National Park – Victoria Falls [BD]. Depart Hwange this morning by road back to Victoria Falls. On arrival, transfer to Gorges Lodge for 3 nights accommodation.

Gorges Lodge offers a unique Victoria Falls safari adventure, from an idyllic base on the edge of the Batoka Gorge. At Gorges you can relax away from the hustle and bustle of Victoria Falls town—our peaceful guest accommodation is nestled in a landscaped garden that makes walking to your room a joy, and our staff are renowned for their warm hospitality. Gorges is famous for its spectacular views, described by some as the best in southern Africa; whether you are enjoying a cup of coffee at sunrise on your private veranda or a cool refreshment by the pool at sunset, you will be constantly drawn to the stunning vistas provided by the Batoka Gorge and the rushing waters of the Zambezi River below.

Days 6–7: Victoria Falls [BLD]. These days will be spent in Victoria Falls area – enjoying the many optional activities on offer.

Day 8: Victoria Falls – Chobe National Park [BD]. Morning road transfer to Kasane on Chobe National Park’s border to spend 3 nights at Bakwena Lodge on a full board basis, including all meals, local beverages, laundry, scheduled activities, transfers & park fees. Afternoon game drive in the National Park.

Days 9–10: Chobe National Park [BLD]. These days will be spent on game activities in the Park, including a Chobe River Cruise. Chobe National Park is most famous for its huge herds of elephants, but many other species of animals can also be found here: buffalo, giraffe, the rare Sable antelope and unique Puku, to name but a few.

Day 11: Chobe National Park – Johannesburg [B]. Morning at leisure before road transfer to Kasane Airport for your connecting flight home, via Johannesburg.

The Pyramids from Giza PlateauJohannesburg to Johannesburg Safari

Gorges Lodge

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Lesotho

Zam

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Zambezi River


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Plettenberg Bay

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

INDIAN OCEAN

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam

SamburuGame Reserve


Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

Gaborone

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert


LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP


Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Tsavo NP

Namibia

Madagascar

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Kabale

EntebbeNgama Island

Odzala

Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta Zimbabwe

Mozambique

Kasane Victoria Falls

eSwatini(Swaziland)

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara


NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

MusomaIsebania


Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zambia

South Africa

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Johannesburg

HwangeNPChobe

NP

11DAYS


Departs


Includes

H Return airfares & taxes flying South African Airways ex Australia to Johannesburg



H Breakfast daily & meals on safari


Price (valid 01 Oct, 2019 – 31 Oct, 2020)





01 Oct-31 Oct, 2019 from $ 8640

01 Nov-10 Dec, 2019 from $ 7675

11 Dec-31 Dec, 2019 from $ 8150

01 Jan-30 Apr, 2020 from $ 7750

01 May-31 Oct, 2020 from $ 9650


Tour highlights

H 2 days game viewing in a wild & remote region of Hwange National Park

H 2 days to explore Victoria Falls at leisure

H Game cruise on the Chobe River, Botswana

H Game drives in Chobe National Park

Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights

Bomani Tented Lodge

Windhoek to Victoria Falls Safari

9Victoria Falls Game drive near Bomani Green Season in Chobe



Beach & Bush Adventure 2019/20 - 11 Days

This tour is a perfect combination of activity & relaxation. Begin your holiday by relaxing & unwinding on the white, sandy beaches of Mauritius, before setting off on the ultimate safari experience, in search of spectacular wildlife in South Africa.

Itinerary

Day 1: Australia – Mauritius [D]. Depart Australia on your flight to Mauritius. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa for 5 nights of sun, sand and relaxation, including breakfast and dinner during your stay.

Victoria Beachcomber is one of the most popular resorts in Mauritius and is situated 15 minutes drive from Grand Baie village and the capital, Port Louis. This award-winning resort features spacious sea-facing rooms, suites and apartments set on ground, 1st and 2nd floors with a view of the beautiful tropical garden. This superb resort also boasts four restaurants, including an adults only restaurant, a huge pool, a great kids club, a spa and a wide variety of sporting activities.

Days 2–5: Mauritius [BD]. These days are spent at Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa, soaking up the sun and enjoying some of the many activities available or simply relaxing on the beach.

Day 6: Mauritius to Johannesburg [B]. Leisurely morning before transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, transfer to the Metcourt hotel for overnight accommodation, including breakfast.

Day 7: Karongwe Game Reserve [BLD]. After breakfast, transfer back to the airport for your flight to Hoedspruit. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Chisomo Safari Camp for 4 nights accommodation, including all meals and game activities. Afternoon game drive in open safari vehicles in the reserve, in search of the big five – lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant. Return to the Camp for dinner and overnight.

Days 8–10: Karongwe Game Reserve [BLD]. Morning and afternoon game safaris on the reserve.

Day 11: Johannesburg [B]. Morning at leisure before transfer to the airport for your flight to Australia, via Johannesburg.


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Zambezi River

KrugerNational

ParkKarongwe

Game Reserve

Hoedspruit Airport

South AfricaJohannesburg

Sir Seewoosagur RamgoolamInternational Airport

Port Louis

Mauritius

Victoria Beachcomber

Réunion

eSwatini(Swaziland)

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zambia

Namibia

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Zimbabwe

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Mozambique

Madagascar

ATLANTIC OCEAN

O r a n g e River

Cape Town

Zanzibar

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert


LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP


Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Tsavo NP

Kabale

EntebbeNgama Island

Odzala

KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta

Victoria Falls

Chobe NP

SamburuGame Reserve

Epupa Falls

Swakopmund

Port ElizabethTsitsikamma National Park

Oudtshoorn

Plettenberg Bay

Gaborone


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

Livingstone

DamaralandTwyfelfontein

Ske leton Coast P

ark

Dar Es Salaam

Antananarivo

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara


NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

MusomaIsebania


Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Harare

11DAYS


Departs


Includes

H Return flights ex Australia to Mauritius/Africa



H Breakfast daily, dinner in Mauritius & all meals on safari





*Price subject to availability, until further notice. Surcharges may apply, subject to availability of the class required for the domestic sectors. Peak season surcharge may apply Single supplement dependent on departure.


01 Oct-31 Oct, 2019 from $ 6465

01 Nov, 2019-08 Jan, 2020 On request

09 Jan-19 Jan, 2019 & 01 Oct-31 Oct, 2020 from $ 7025

20 Jan-19 Apr & 27 Jul-23 Aug, 2020 from $ 6945

20 Apr-30 Apr & 24 Aug-30 Sep, 2020 from $ 6825

01 May-31 May & 01 Jul-26 Jul, 2020 from $ 6330

01 Jun-30 Jun, 2020 from $ 6240


Tour highlights

H 5 nights at an award-winning resort in Mauritius

H 4 nights at Chisomo Safari Camp in South Africa on a Full Board basis

H Morning & afternoon game safaris at Chisomo

Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights

Victoria Beachcomber aerial

Open vehicle safari at Chisomo

Mauritius to Johannesburg Hotel/Lodge accommodation

Chisomo Safari Camp

Wild Kenya & Exotic Zanzibar 2019/20 - 12 Days

10 Victoria Beachcomber pool

Beach & Bush Adventure 2019/20 - 11 Days

Mauritius to Johannesburg Hotel/Lodge accommodation

Wild Kenya & Exotic Zanzibar 2019/20 - 12 Days

Itinerary

Day 1: Australia – Nairobi. Depart Australia on South African Airways flight to Nairobi, via Johannesburg.

Day 2: Arrive Nairobi [B]. Met on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transferred to your city hotel for check in (lunch and dinner for own account). Overnight at Hilton Garden Inn.

Day 3: Nairobi - Amboseli National Park [BLD]. Breakfast and check out. Drive from Kenya’s beautiful capital to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at Ol Tukai Lodge.

Day 4: Amboseli National Park [BLD]. Amboseli, from a Maasai word meaning ‘salty dust’, comprises five different habitats; ranging from the dried-up bed of Lake Amboseli, wetlands with sulphur springs, the savannah and woodlands. There are magnificent views of snow-capped Mt Kilimanjaro from any point and the flowing grasslands shelter an abundance of game, including buffalos, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, zebras and wildebeests. The largest elephants in Africa also live here, and they can be spotted in large numbers around the park’s many swamps. We spend a full day game driving in Amboseli and then overnight at Ol Tukai Lodge.

Day 5: Amboseli - Lake Nakuru National Park [BLD]. After breakfast, we drive via Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park with our packed lunch boxes. We arrive in time for an afternoon game drive and later proceed to your hotel for check in. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Day 6: Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. After breakfast, we drive to the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, in time for check in and lunch. Afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at Mara Simba Lodge.

Day 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Full day in Masai Mara Game Reserve with game drives. All meals and overnight at Mara Simba Lodge.

Day 8: Masai Mara - Nairobi - Zanzibar (Stone Town) [B]. Breakfast and check out. Drive back to Nairobi, arriving at about 12:30pm. You will be transferred to Wilson Airport for the 2pm scheduled Safarilink flight to Zanzibar. On arrival at 3:45pm, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Stone Town. Overnight at Maru Maru Hotel.

Days 9–11 Zanzibar (beach) [BD]. After breakfast, check out and transferred to your beach hotel for 3 nights in a Superior room with breakfast and dinner daily. Afternoons at leisure to enjoy the beach before dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Bluebay Beach Resort.

Day 12: Depart [B]. After breakfast, you will be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for a scheduled flight to Dar Es Salaam Airport, to connect with your flight to Australia, via Johannesburg.

12DAYS


Departs


Includes

H Return airfares & taxes ex Australia to JNB/NBO

H Scheduled flight & taxes NBO/ZNZ/DAR

H Meet & Greet service & transfers as per itinerary

H Bed & breakfast in Nairobi & Stone Town

H 6 nights on safari with all meals included

H Entry fees to all Parks & Reserves as per itinerary

H 3 nights Half board at Bluebay Beach Resort



H Single room supplement: from $195–$1,650




01 Oct-12 Dec, 2019 from $ 8235

13 Dec, 2019-07 Jan, 2020 On request

08 Jan-29 Feb, 2020 from $ 8450

01 Mar-31 Mar, 2020 from $ 8345

01 Apr-28 May, 2020 from $ 7595

29 May-26 Jun, 2020 from $ 7785

27 Jun-31 Oct, 2020 from $ 8995

01 Nov-11 Dec, 2020 from $ 8195


Tour highlights

H Game drives in Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park & Masai Mara Game Reserve

H 3 days of leisure at Bluebay Beach Resort, Zanzibar

Transportation

H Custom-built 4x4 Land Cruisers

H FlightsNote: Zanzibar charter flight requires max luggage weight of 15kgs per person (including hand luggage) in soft-sided bags. No hard/wheeled suitcases permitted on aircraft.



This value-for-money package offers the most amazing game-viewing locations in the Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Amboseli National Park, with the idyllic, crystal clear blue waters of exotic Zanzibar.

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Zambezi River

ATLANTIC OCEAN

INDIAN OCEAN

SamburuGame Reserve

Harare

Gaborone

Windhoek

Dar Es Salaam

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

Okavango River

Lake Rukwa

Lake Kivu

LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

OkavangoDelta

SelousGame Reserve

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

Kiwenga

Namibia

Mal

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Rwanda

Uganda

Mo

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Zanzibar

Lusaka

Lake Manyara

Stone Town

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara

NgorongoroConservation Area

Mt. KilimanjaroNgorongoro Crater

Amboseli NPNairobi

Arusha

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zimbabwe

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Johannesburg

Zambia

South Africa

Nairobi to Zanzibar Lodge & Resort accommodation

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Views of Mt Kilimanjaro

Bluebay Beach Resort

Highlights of Kenya & Tanzania 2019/20 - 14 Days

Itinerary

Day 1: (Mon): Australia – Johannesburg. Depart via Perth, on your overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2: (Tue): Nairobi [D]. On arrival in Johannesburg, take connecting flight to Nairobi. You will be met on arrival & transferred to Hilton Garden Inn for dinner & overnight.

Day 3: (Wed): Nairobi – Arusha – Ngorongoro Crater [BLD]. You will be picked up by your guide after breakfast and transferred across the border to Arusha for lunch before driving to Ngorongoro Conservation Area to check in to your lodge in Karatu. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Farm house#.

Day 4: (Thu): Ngorongoro Crater [BLD]. Today you will descend some 600 meters to the floor of Ngorongoro Crater for a day tour. Explore the forest areas that are inhabited by monkey and elephant, the lake area where you may see the flamingos and the open savannah where the lions hunt for food. Picnic lunches will be served at a scenic spot in the crater. Later in the afternoon drive back to the lodge. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Farm House#.

Day 5: (Fri): Ngorongoro – Serengeti Nat. Park [BLD]. Breakfast in the lodge then check out and drive to Serengeti National Park to arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge#.

Day 6: (Sat): Serengeti National Park [BLD]. Today you will spend the day in Serengeti. To maximize game viewing you may carry a picnic lunch with you and spend the full day in the park. This enormous park supports every variety of African animal imaginable - from large predators such as lion, leopard and cheetah to the herbivores they prey on. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge#.

Day 7: (Sun): Serengeti – Lake Manyara [BLD]. After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara, a soda lake lying in the Rift Valley. Lunch at Kirurumu Tented Lodge and an afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara features a variety of landscapes, including jungles, swamps and savannah, and a large variety of wildlife, including tree-climbing lions, giraffe, zebra, elephant, gazelle, bushbuck, hippopotami, monkeys and about 400 species of birds. Dinner and overnight at Kirurumu Tented Lodge#.

Day 8: (Mon): Lake Manyara – Amboseli Nat. Park [BLD]. After breakfast drive to Arusha for lunch, then proceed to the Kenya/Tanzania border at Namanga, clear border formalities and drive to Amboseli National Park for a game drive en-route to your lodge. Dinner and overnight at Oltukai Lodge.

Day 9: (Tue): Amboseli National Park [BLD]. Magnificent views of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro greet visitors from anywhere in this park. The park takes its name from a Maasai word meaning “salty dust”. The largest elephants in Africa live here and on some mornings over 600 have been counted in the swamps. This day’s game drives offer the chance to track lion, cheetah, wildebeest and the rare black rhino. All 3 meals and overnight at Oltukai Lodge#.

Day 10: (Wed): Amboseli – Lake Nakuru Nat. Park [BLD]. Depart after breakfast. A picnic lunch will be provided en route to Lake Nakuru National Park before your evening game drive. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge#.

Day 11: (Thu): Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara [BLD]. Drive via Narok to Masai Mara Game Reserve. Lunch and afternoon game drive in the reserve then dinner and overnight at Mara Leisure Camp#.

Day 12: (Fri): Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Spend the day in Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. The Mara is home to some 95 species of mammals, amphibians and reptiles and over 400 bird species. Having the most abundant wildlife in Africa, visitors can expect to sight the Big Five as well as hippopotami, cheetah, Grant’s gazelle, impala, topi, Coke’s hartebeest, giraffe, Roan antelope and wildebeest. Dinner and overnight at Mara Leisure#.

Day 13: (Sat): Departure. Breakfast and drive back to Nairobi - arriving at around midday for a transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Day 14: (Sun): Arrive Australia.

14DAYS


Departs

H Every Monday, minimum 2 pax

Includes

H Return airfares & taxes ex Australia to JNB/NBO

H Transfers throughout

H English speaking guide

H 12 nights accommodation

H Most meals

H Entry fees to all Parks & Reserves as per itinerary

H Game drives as per itinerary

H Transportation in safari vehicle

Price (valid 01 Jan, 2020 – 15 Dec, 2020)

H Single room supplement: from $350pp (low season)


#Easter Supplement: $290pp.*Price subject to availability, until further notice. Surcharges may apply, subject to availability of the class required for the domestic sectors. Single supplement dependent on departure.


01 Jan-29 Feb, 2020 from $10,420

01 Mar-31 Mar, 2020 from $10245

01 Apr-19 May, 2020† from $ 9525

20 May-31 Oct, 2020 from $10600

01 Nov-15 Dec, 2020 from $10245


Tour highlights

H Picnic lunch on the Ngorongoro Crater floor

H Game drives in:• Ngorongoro Conservation Area• Serengeti National Park• Lake Manyara National Park• Amboseli National Park• Lake Nakuru National Park• Masai Mara Game Reserve

Transportation

H Safari vehicle

H Flights

This safari combines game viewing in some of the most spectacular game parks in East Africa. Uncover some of Africa’s wildlife on this journey through the world-famous Serengeti National Park, enjoy endless views from the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, discover the multitude of wildlife that abounds the Masai Mara & a highlight of the trip is your game drives at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro in the Amboseli National Park.

Zam

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iver

Zambezi River

ATLANTIC OCEAN INDIAN OCEAN

Okavango River

Lake Manyara

LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

OkavangoDelta

LakeNatron

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara

Chobe NP

Lake Manyara NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

Tanzania


Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Victoria Falls

Kenya

Botswana

Zambia

South Africa

Zimbabwe

Serengeti NP

Johannesburg

Nakaru


Nairobi to Nairobi Lodge accommodation



Extensions

3-night Zanzibar extensionExplore the “Spice Island” on Africa’s east coast. Immerse yourself in Zanzibar’s history & culture or relax and unwind on beautiful white sandy beaches with a range of activities on offer.

Cost per person – 3 nights*: Twin Share

01 Jan – 21 Dec, 2020 from $995

Included: 3 nights at Dhow Palace on a bed & breakfast basis, return airport transfers, taxes & flights Nairobi/Zanzibar/Nairobi. Single rates on request.

12 Flamingos



LADIES ONLY South Africa Surprise 2020 - 16 DaysHighlights of Kenya & Tanzania 2019/20 - 14 Days

Itinerary

Relish 16 days of fun, freedom & fascination on an exclusive Ladies Only version of our most popular South Africa tour. Travel by private luxury coach, stay in comfortable 3–4 star accommodation throughout & have a ball discovering the “World in One Country”.

Itinerary

Day 1 (18 Jul): Australia – Johannesburg. Depart Australia, via Perth, on your overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2 (19 Jul): Johannesburg [B]. Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted to your shuttle transfer service to the hotel for early check-in. The rest of the day is at leisure before meeting for a briefing with your fellow travellers in the evening. Accommodation: Protea Hotel OR Tambo#

Day 3 (20 Jul): Hazyview [B]. We leave for Mpumalanga, dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld. Travel along the circular Panorama Route, visiting the view sites of the Blyde River Canyon—one of the natural wonders of Africa; gasp at the glory of 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. Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate#

Day 4 (21 Jul): Kruger National Park [B]. An early start in order to experience the wonders of Kruger National Park, internationally-renowned for its large variety of wildlife species. Enjoy a game drive in a closed vehicle and also keep a lookout for the wonderful flora and bird life that abounds. Return to the hotel for the afternoon at leisure. Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Country Estate#

Day 5 (22 Jul): eSwatini (Swaziland) [B]. After breakfast, proceed south to Malalane and to eSwatini to visit a real Chief’s village and the fantastic opportunity to gain an authentic knowledge of traditional Swazi culture. Accommodation: Lugogo Sun Hotel#

Day 6 (23 Jul): St Lucia and surrounds [B]. We journey into Zululand, in the Kingdom of KwaZulu-Natal, where ancient traditions and modern cultures of both Zulu and Settler meld in peace and harmony. Arrive in the iMfolozi region for your overnight stay. Accommodation: Anew Hotel Hluhluwe#

Day 7 (24 Jul): St Lucia and Durban [B]. Guests may lie in, take an optional boat cruise (own account) or simply soak up the atmosphere in the small tourist town of St Lucia before we head towards Durban. An orientation tour introduces us to this multi-cultural, vibrant seaside city before arriving at our hotel, late afternoon. Optional morning St Lucia Boat cruise available. Accommodation: Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge#

Day 8 (25 Jul): Drakensberg [BD]. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast or, perhaps, a stroll along Durban’s Golden Mile, where surfers, joggers and cyclists converge at this seaside playground. We head into the majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains and visit the 90m high Howick Falls, continuing through the Southern Midlands Meander Route, arriving at our hotel mid-afternoon. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to go fishing, hiking or even horse riding in clean mountain air (own account). Accommodation: Drakensberg Gardens Hotel#

Day 9 (26 Jul): Drakensberg [BD]. Today we have a full day at leisure to soak up the surroundings of the magnificent Southern Drakensberg Mountains. A host of leisure activities awaits you against a breath taking back-drop of tranquil beauty. Accommodation: Drakensberg Gardens Hotel#

Day 10 (27 Jul): Eastern Cape Coast [BD]. We continue to the Eastern Cape, stopping en route to see the old traditional way of life in the homeland area, the Transkei. We stop for lunch outside the capital, Umtata, before continuing via Nelson Mandela’s birth place and house (fondly known as Madiba). We arrive late afternoon at Chintsa East, on the beautiful, unspoilt Coast. Accommodation: Crawfords Beach Lodge#

Day 11 (28 Jul): Eastern Cape Coast [B]. We awake to the sounds of the crashing waves and have the morning at leisure to unwind. The beach stretches uninterrupted for many kilometres, and the thick indigenous beach forest is a haven for an amazing variety of bird life. We set off after lunch, south to Port Elizabeth. Accommodation: Garden Court King’s Beach#

Day 12 (29 Jul): Knysna [BD]. As our journey continues towards the Cape, we visit the Tsitsikamma Forest, providing scenic walking opportunities. A short walk to the Storms River Mouth offers some magnificent views of the gorge and river below. Arrive in Knysna in the late afternoon. Accommodation: Premier Hotel, The Moorings#

Day 13 (30 Jul): Oudtshoorn [B]. After breakfast, we travel over the spectacular Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn— the ostrich ‘feather capital of the world’ & visit a working ostrich farm before exploring the famous Cango Caves with their magnificent stalactites and stalagmites. Travelling back to the Eastern seaboard, we arrive in Mossel Bay in the afternoon for a visit to the famous Post Office Tree, the Bartholomeus Diaz museum and shell museum. Accommodation: Diaz Hotel#

Day 14 (31 Jul): Cape Town [B]. After breakfast, we continue via the towns of Swellendam, Robertson and Worcester on Route 62 and drive through the Huguenot Tunnel before reaching Cape Town in the afternoon. Accommodation: Sun Square Hotel#

Day 15 (01 Aug): Cape Town [B]. Enjoy a day of leisure in the ‘Mother City’ to explore its many world acclaimed attractions. Optional full day Winelands or Peninsula tour is available. Accommodation: Sun Square Hotel#

Day 16 (02 Aug): Depart Cape Town [B]. After breakfast, the remainder of the day will be at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your overnight flight, via Johannesburg, to Australia.

Optional extensions

3-day Game Lodge extension [pre-tour]Why not start this tour with an optional extension to a Private Game Lodge? This is a great opportunity to get up close and personal with the wildlife. Moditlo River Lodge offers exciting morning and afternoon open vehicle safaris.

Cost per person – 3 days*: Twin Share

17 Jul-19 Jul 2020 from $ 1,520Included: Flight Johannesburg–Hoedspruit, taxes, 2 nights at Moditlo River Lodge, all meals & morning/evening game drives. Single supplement on request.


Ske leton Coast P

ark

Zam

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Zambezi River

Madikwe


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

Lesotho

ATLANTICOCEAN

INDIANOCEAN

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Knysna

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

Mana Pools

Sun City

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam

SamburuGame Reserve


Oudtshoorn East London

Durban

St. Lucia

Hazyview

KWAZULU-NATAL

MPUMALANGAGAUTENG

EASTERNCAPE

WESTERNCAPE

NORTHERNCAPE

NORTH-WESTPROVINCE

FREE STATE

LIMPOPO PROVINCE KrugerNational

Park

Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

Maputo

Gaborone

Dr a kens

be rg

Hluhluwe–iMfolozi

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

CapriviGame Park

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert


LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP


Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Tsavo NP

Namibia

Madagascar

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Kabale

EntebbeNgama Island

Odzala

Mo

zam

biq

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KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta

Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe

Pretoria

Chobe NP

eSwatini(Swazi land)

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara


NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

MusomaIsebania


Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zambia

South Africa

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Johannesburg

16DAYS


Departs

H Saturday 18th July, 2020

Includes


H Airport shuttle transfers

H Transportation in luxury coach with a Guide/driver

H 14 nights, 3–4 star accommodation throughout (PLUS early check-in)

H 14 breakfasts, 4 dinners, porterage & VAT

H Conservation Levy & Park Fees


Price

H From $4,995pp twin share




PRIVATE GROUP TOUR

Tour highlights

H Panorama Route, visiting the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window & Bourke’s Luck Potholes

H Game drive in Kruger National Park

H Visit a Swazi Chief’s village, majestic Southern Drakensberg Mountains & a working ostrich farm


Transportation

H Exclusive luxury coach transportation

H Flights

Johannesburg to Cape Town locally escorted highlights journey departing Australia 18th July, 2020

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Johannesburg to Cape Town locally escorted highlights journey departing Australia 18th July, 2020

Rhino

Explore Southern Africa 2020 - 13 Days



Join us on this magical escorted safari. Experience wonderous Victoria Falls & the mighty Zambezi River in Zimbabwe, safaris in Johannesburg & the vibrant city of Cape Town in South Africa. This escorted journey has it all!

Mo

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Ske leton Coast P

ark

Lesotho

Zam

bezi R

iver

Zambezi River


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

Blyde River Canyon

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Plettenberg Bay

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

INDIAN OCEAN

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam

SamburuGame Reserve


Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

Gaborone

Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert


LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP


Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Tsavo NP

Namibia

Madagascar

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Kabale

EntebbeNgama Island

Odzala

Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta Zimbabwe

KrugerNational

Park

Hoedspruit Airport

Mozambique

KasaneVictoria Falls

eSwatini(Swaziland)

HwangeNP

ChisomoSafari Camp

Idube Game Lodge

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara


NP

Mt. Kilimanjaro

MusomaIsebania


Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zambia

South Africa

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Johannesburg

ChobeNP

Itinerary

Day 1 (10 Feb): Australia – Johannesburg. Depart Australia on your overnight flight to Johannesburg.

Day 2 (11 Feb): Johannesburg — Victoria Falls [D]. On arrival into Johannesburg, connect with your flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. On arrival into Victoria Falls, you will be met and transferred to Gorges Lodge for 3 nights, including all meals. This afternoon, we will relax at the lodge and enjoy a few drinks overlooking the spectacular gorge.

Day 3 (12 Feb): Gorges & Little Gorges, Victoria Falls [BLD]. Today we will enjoy a guided tour of the Falls and a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River.

Day 4 (13 Feb): Gorges & Little Gorges, Victoria Falls [BLD]. Today we will visit a local village and then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the many optional activities available to you at the Falls.

Day 5 (14 Feb): Peermont Metcourt Suites Emperors Palace, Johannesburg [B]. Transfer to the airport this morning for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the Metcourt Suites for overnight.

Day 6 (15 Feb): Chisomo Safari Camp, Karongwe Private Game Reserve [BLD]. Breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kruger National Park and check in, in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive in an open Land Rover and dinner at the lodge.

Day 7 (16 Feb): Chisomo Safari Camp [BLD]. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the reserve, dinner and overnight.

Day 8 (17 Feb): Idube Game Lodge, Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve [BLD]. Morning game drive and breakfast before departing for the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, stopping at Blyde River Canyon, en route. Arrive at Idube Game Lodge in time for lunch, an afternoon Safari and dinner.

Day 9 (18 Feb): The PortsWood Hotel, Cape Town [BD]. Morning game drive and breakfast before transfer for your flight to Cape Town. You will be met and transferred to the Portswood Hotel for 3 nights in a Standard room on a bed and breakfast basis. Dinner is included this evening (drinks for own account).

Day 10 (19 Feb): The PortsWood Hotel, Cape Town [BLD]. Embark on a full day tour, including Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, lunch at the Black Marlin Seafood Restaurant, and a visit to Boulder Beach to view the Penguins. Tonight we will visit Gold Restaurant — a vibrant pan-African experience offering a set Cape Malay and African menu, together with live entertainment and djembe drumming.

Day 11 (20 Feb): The PortsWood Hotel, Cape Town [BLD]. Full day tour to the Winelands, visiting 3 Wine Estates for wine tasting and lunch (drinks for own account). Dinner tonight is included at a local restaurant in the Waterfront area.

Day 12 (21 Feb): Departure flight [B]. Morning at leisure and some free time before transfer to the airport for your flight to Australia, via Johannesburg.

Day 13 (22 Feb): Arrive Australia.


13DAYS


Departs

H Monday 10th February, 2020

Includes


H Internal flights & all taxes

H 10 nights accommodation

H 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners

H All transfers, touring & sightseeing as per itinerary

H The Africa Safari Co Tour Escort

Price



*Price subject to availability, until further notice. Surcharges may apply, subject to availability of the class required for the domestic sectors. Single supplement dependent on departure. Accommodation as stated or similar.

PRIVATE GROUP TOUR

Tour highlights

H Guided Tour of the Falls

H Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River

H Visit to a local village in Victoria Falls

H Time to explore Victoria Falls

H Morning & afternoon game drives in Karongwe, & Sabi Sands Private Game Reserves in Kruger

H Blyde River Canyon

H Full day Cape Town Tour

H A vibrant pan-African dinner experience

H Full day Winelands Tour


Transportation

H Luxury coach for day touring

H Open Land Rover safari vehicles

H Flights

Johannesburg to Cape Town fully escorted tour departing Australia 10th February, 2020

14

Lion

Little Gorges tented room Cape Town

Early morning at Gorges

Explore Southern Africa 2020 - 13 Days

Itinerary

Day 1 (09 Sep): Australia – Nairobi. Depart Australia on South African Airways flight to Nairobi, via Johannesburg.

Day 2 (10 Sep): Nairobi [D]. On arrival you will be met and transferred to The Boma Hotel for two nights. Dinner is included this evening. Overnight at The Boma Hotel – Nairobi.

Day 3 (11 Sep): Nairobi [BL]. After breakfast, depart on a full day tour of Nairobi. Visit the Giraffe Centre, the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust & Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen museum and Kazuri Beads Factory, with lunch at the Carnivore restaurant. Overnight at The Boma Hotel – Nairobi.

Day 4 (12 Sep): Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park [BLD]. After breakfast, depart and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge.

Day 5 (13 Sep): Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Breakfast at the lodge, then exit the park and proceed to the Masai Mara Game Reserve with lunch en route at Mara Sarova Camp. Proceed to your lodge, perched high on a bush-cloaked hill with sweeping views of the savannah and the meandering shoreline of the Mara River. Afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Dinner and overnight at Mara Serena Lodge.

Days 6–7 (14–15 Sep): Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Spend 2 days in the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Home to some 97 species of mammals, amphibians, reptiles and over 402 bird species, nowhere else in Africa is more abundant in wildlife than the Masai Mara. All meals and overnight at Mara Serena Lodge.

Day 8 (16 Sep): Masai Mara – Isebania – Lake Victoria [BLD]. After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Kenya/Tanzania Border at Isebania to clear Customs/Immigration and meet your Tanzanian driver guides. Proceed to your lodge on the shores of Lake Victoria—the source of the Nile. Dinner and overnight at Serenity On The Lake Eco Luxury Resort.

Day 9 (17 Sep): Lake Victoria – Serengeti National Park [BLD]. After breakfast, drive to the Serengeti National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

Days 10–11 (18–19 Sep): Serengeti National Park [BLD]. Spend 2 days game viewing in the Serengeti. This large park supports every variety of African animal imaginable - from large predators such as lion, leopard and more. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

Day 12 (20 Sep): Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area [BLD]. Enjoy breakfast, then depart to Ngorongoro Conservation Area and check into your lodge on the Crater Rim. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge.

Day 13 (21 Sep): Crater Tour [BLD]. Today, descend some 600m to the floor of Ngorongoro Crater. Explore the forest areas inhabited by monkey and elephant, the lake area where you may see flamingos, and the open savannah where the lions hunt for food. Picnic lunches will be served at a scenic spot. All meals and overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge.

Day 14 (22 Sep): Ngorongoro– Arusha [BLD]. After breakfast, drive onto Arusha and check in. Lunch and afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha.

Day 15 (23 Sep): Arusha – Namanga – Amboseli National Park [BLD]. Transfer to the Kenya/Tanzania border at Namanga. After border formalities, drive to Amboseli National Park in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge.

Day 16 (24 Sep): Amboseli National Park [BLD]. Magnificent views of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro greet guests from anywhere in this park which takes its name from a Maasai word meaning “salty dust”. The largest elephants in Africa live here and over 602 have been counted in the swamps. Enjoy the chance to track lion, cheetah, the rare black rhino and more. All meals and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge.

Day 17 (25 Sep): Johannesburg [BD]. Drive back to Nairobi for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Peermont D’Oreale Grand for overnight, including breakfast and dinner at Tribes Restaurant.

Day 18 (26 Sep): Victoria Falls [BD]. Early check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, which overlooks a waterhole where animals come to drink. Dinner is at the lodge’s Makuwa-Kuwa Restaurant. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River.

Day 19 (27 Sep): Victoria Falls [BLD]. Morning Guided Tour of the spectacular Falls and return to the lodge for your Vulture Culture Experience, including lunch. Afternoon is at leisure to explore or partake in optional touring activities. This evening, we can enjoy a special African farewell dinner together at the Boma Restaurant – a night of food, dancing, drumming and fun! Overnight at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge.

Day 20 (28 Sep): Departure [B]. Following breakfast, your morning is at leisure before a transfer to the airport for your flight to Australia, via Johannesburg.

Itinerary

Game Parks of Africa 2020 - 20 Days

Discover the amazing Game Parks of Kenya & Tanzania during the peak annual Wildebeest migration season, plus the spectacular Natural Wonder, Victoria Falls, on this locally escorted Group Tour.


20DAYS


Departs

H Wednesday 09th September, 2020

Includes

H Return airfares & taxes flying South African Airways ex Australia to Johannesburg

H All internal flights & taxes

H 18 nights Superior accommodation

H Meals, transfers & touring as per itinerary

H English speaking driver guides

H Most park fees

H Emergency Air Evacuation Cover

Price





PRIVATE GROUP TOUR

Tour highlights

H Nairobi tour, including the Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust & Elephant Orphanage, Kazuri Beads Factory, Karen Blixen Museum & lunch at Carnivore restaurant

H Game drives in Masai Mara Game Reserve, on the Ngorongoro Crater floor & Lake Nakuru, Serengeti & Amboseli National Parks

H Sunset cruise on the Zambezi river

H Guided Tour of the Falls

H Vulture Culture Experience

H African farewell dinner & drum show at The Boma

Transportation

H Specially converted 4x4 safari vehicles

H Flights

Zam

bezi R

iver

Zambezi River

ATLANTIC OCEAN

INDIAN OCEAN

Harare

Gaborone

Windhoek

Okavango River

Lake Manyara

LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

OkavangoDelta

Namibia

Lusaka

Cairo

Luxor

Aswan

Egypt

MasaiMara


Mt. Kilimanjaro

Isebania

Ngorongoro Crater

Amboseli NPNairobi

Arusha

Victoria Falls

Kenya

Tanzania

Botswana

Zimbabwe

Serengeti NP

Nakaru

Johannesburg

Zambia

South Africa



Nairobi to Victoria Falls Small Group safari departing Australia 9th September, 2020

African farewell dinner at the Boma Restaurant 15The endangered White rhino - Lake Nakuru



Essence of East Africa & Egypt 2019/20 - 24 Days

ATLANTIC OCEAN

INDIAN OCEAN

GULF OF SUEZ

GULF

OF

AQAB

A

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

RED SEA

Giza

LuxorValley of the Kings

EdfuKom Ombo

Aswan

Abu Simbel

Zam

bezi R

iver

Zambezi River

The N

ile

Okavango River

OkavangoDelta


Lake Mweru

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Manyara

LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaPan

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Lake Naivasha

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert

Sea ofGalilee

DeadSea

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam


Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

KrugerNational

Park


Bulawayo

Skukuza Madikwe

Bazaruto Island

Fish RiverCanyon

Oudtshoorn

Maun

Moremi

Tsitsikamma National Park

Sun City

Bloemfontein

Maputo

DurbanDraken

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g

St Lucia

Umfolozi HluhluweKwazulu-Natal

Nxai PanNP

CapriviGame Park Kasane

SossusvleiNamibNaukluftPark Pretoria

Makgadikgadi Pans

Matabo HillsNataMatapos NP

HwangeNP

Ske leton Coast P

ark

Mo

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biq

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Pemba

Medjumbe Island

Kabale

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Plettenberg Bay

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

Mana Pools

Kampala

EtoshaNational

Park

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Namibia

Madagascar

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda



KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

Victoria Falls

ZimbabweChobe

NP

Mozambique

Yemen

Saudi Arabia

Oman

Cyprus Syria

Iraq

Turkey

Lebanon

Egypt

Nairobi

Tanzania

Zambia

Lesotho

Johannesburg

Botswana


Entebbe MasaiMara

Kenya

Cairo

Israel

JordanCairo

Amman

Memphis

El AlameinAlexandria

Nakaru

Serengeti NP


NP

Amboseli NP

ArushaMt. Kilimanjaro

Tsavo NP

Ngorongoro Crater

Abu Simbel

LuxorEdfuKom Ombo

Valley of the Kings

Giza

Aswan

PRIVATE TOURMIN 2 PAX24

DAYS

VISITING 6 UNESCO SITES

Tour highlights

H Boat trip on Lake Naivasha

H Opportunity to see rhinos at Lake Nakuru

H Game drives in the Masai Mara & Serengeti

H Visit to the world famous Ngorongoro Crater

H Great Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx

H Temples of Abu Simbel

H 4 night Luxury Nile River Cruise

H Valley of the Kings & Queens

H Tutankhamun’s treasures in the Egyptian Museum

Special Inclusions

H Boat trip on Lake Naivasha

H Entry into the Great Pyramid of Giza

H Sound & Light Show at Luxor Temple

H Entry into Tutankhamun’s Tomb (when available)

H Visit the Royal Mummy Room in the Egyptian Museum

H Fly-in tour to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel

Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights

H Nile River Cruise with Felucca day tour

Day 1: Australia – Nairobi. Depart Australia on your flight to Nairobi.

Day 2: Nairobi. On arrival into Nairobi you will be met by your safari guide and transferred by road to the Nairobi Serena Hotel for overnight. Afternoon to relax and recover.

Day 3: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha [BLD]. Early breakfast and depart. Meet your fellow travellers (max 7). Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Nairobi, visiting the Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum including lunch. Then depart by road to Lake Naivasha were you will stay for 2 nights at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge including all meals.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park [BLD]. Morning excursion to Lake Nakuru National Park which supports a wide ecological diversity including Flamingos (Greater and Lesser), other water birds and the Black and White Rhinoceros. Return to your lodge in the afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Depart this morning on a boat excursion on Lake Naivasha — a unique perspective on birdwatching and wildlife viewing. Mid morning transfer by road to the Masai Mara Game Reserve followed by afternoon game drive. Check into your lodge located within the Masai Mara Game Reserve for dinner and overnight. (Lodges utilised include Mara Serena Lodge/Mara Ashnil Lodge/Mara Sarova Camp.)

Special InclusionBoat ride on Lake Naivasha

Day 6: Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Morning and afternoon game drives in the spectacular Masai Mara game reserve, with superb photographic opportunities. Blessed with a permanent water supply, Masai Mara has a permanent population of plains game, including The “Big Five” – Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard and Rhino.

Day 7: Masai Mara – Serengeti Nat. Park [BLD]. After breakfast we depart with a picnic lunch for a full day drive from the Masai Mara to the Serengeti, crossing the Kenya/Tanzania border of Isebania then entering Serengeti National Park via Fort Ikoma. The park lies in a high plateau between the Ngorongoro highlands and the Kenya and Tanzania border.Check into our Safari Lodge for two nights. (Lodges utilised include Serengeti Serena Lodge or Serena Mbuzi Mawe Camp.)

Day 8: Serengeti National Park [BLD]. After breakfast, enjoy a safari in the world famous UNESCO wildlife sanctuary, Serengeti National Park — the largest National Park in Tanzania — summed up as ‘one of the most unique areas in the world’. It is famous for predators, including Lion, Cheetah, Leopard and Hyena; there is also an abundance of herbivores, including Wildebeest, Zebra, Gazelle, Topi, Buffalo, and Hartebeest and a wide variety of birdlife, believed to be in the region of 500 species.

Day 9: Serengeti Nat. Park – Ngorongoro Crater [BLD]. Early morning game drive in the Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch. We then proceed to Malanja depression, entering Ngorongoro Conservation Area – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Check-in to our lodge, offering spectacular views of the Ngorongoro Crater floor. (Lodges utilised include Ngorongoro Serena lodge or Ngorongoro Explorean.)

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Tour [BLD]. After breakfast, embark on a 6-hour tour of Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is famous for its variety of wildlife, is home to the rare Black Rhino and has its own Soda Lake with flamingoes. You descend 2,200ft for a thrilling day among Africa’s Big Five. After lunch, ascend and continue onto Lake Manyara for two nights at your lodge. (Lodges utilised include Lake Manyara Serena Lodge or Kirurumu Tented Lodge.)

Day 11: Lake Manyara National Park [BLD]. Morning and afternoon game drives in the Lake Manyara National Park, which is one of the finest parks in Tanzania. Also visit the village of Mto wa Mbu and enjoy spectacular views over the Great Rift Valley.

Day 12: Lake Manyara – Amboseli National Park [BLD]. From Lake Manyara, we proceed to the town of Arush and cross the Kenya/Tanzania border at Namanga, proceeding onto the Amboseli National Park at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro (19,430 ft). Enjoy a late afternoon game drive in the park with a stunning Mt Kilimanjaro backdrop on a clear day. Overnight at your lodge near the park. (Lodges utilised include Amboseli Serena Lodge or Amboseli Oltukai Lodge).

Day 13: Amboseli National Park – Nairobi [BL]. Morning game drive, lunch at the lodge then transfer to the Four Point Sheraton at Nairobi Airport for overnight.

Day 14: Arrive Cairo – Giza [B]. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo where you will be met and transferred through the sprawling city to your luxury hotel. Check into Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa for 2 nights in a Premium Pyramids View Deluxe Room, including breakfast daily.

Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa rooms boast unparalleled views of the majestic and ancient Pyramids of Giza—one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This 5-star hotel boasts a choice of restaurants and cuisines, free WiFi, a magnificent swimming pool and spa amenities — everything guests could possibly need.

Itinerary

Visiting Kenya, Tanzania & Egypt ex Australia

16 The endangered White rhino, Lake Nakuru Mt. Kilimanjaro from Amboseli NP

Essence of East Africa & Egypt 2019/20 - 24 Days

Day 15: Giza [B]. Depart on your private guided tour under the guidance of a local Egyptologist. Visit Memphis and Sakkara - a vast, ancient burial ground in Egypt, serving as the necropolis for the Ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. Sakkara features numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid. You will explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, including entering Cheops — the largest Pyramid still standing, built almost 4,500 years ago — and visit the nearby Great Sphinx, with the body of a lion and the head of a king.

Special Inclusion:Entry into the Great Pyramid of Giza

Day 16: Cairo – Luxor [B]. Met at your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival you will be privately met and transferred to the luxurious Sonesta St Georges Hotel. Time at leisure this afternoon to enjoy the hotel or take an optional Felucca trip on the Nile. This evening you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the magnificent Luxor Temple to enjoy the sound and light show — this extravaganza recounts the history of Thebes and the lives of the many pharaohs who built here in honour of Amun. It’s a wonderful opportunity to walk through the beautifully lit temple at night. Return to your hotel.

Five-star Sonesta St Georges Hotel is located right on the banks of Nile River with unparalleled views over the Valley of the Kings. It is on the door step of Luxor’s shopping district and offers a heated swimming pool overlooking the Nile. It is only minutes from the world-renowned historic sites of Luxor and Karnak and offers free WiFi.

Special Inclusion:Sound and Light Show at Luxor Temple

Day 17: Luxor – East Bank [BLD]. After breakfast, transfer to the dock to board the M/S Amwaj Nile Cruise boat for your 4 night cruise to Aswan. Experience the unforgettable sights of Upper Egypt in comfort and style with all excursions guided by knowledgeable Egyptologists.After lunch, depart on a guided tour to the Luxor Temple on the east bank of the Nile River. Luxor Temple was once connected to Karnak Temple by a 3km avenue of Sphinxes. We will then visit Karnak Temple, dedicated to the Pharaoh Amun. This massive temple complex was the principal religious centre of the god Amun-Re in Thebes during the New Kingdom. We return to our boat for dinner and overnight.

Day 18: Luxor – West Bank [BLD]. Today we spend a full day on the West Bank with your Egyptologist and stroll around the ruins. Luxor has often been called the world’s greatest open-air museum, and the number of preserved monuments are unparalleled anywhere else in the world. The most famed collection of elaborate tombs lies here on the Nile’s west bank in the Valley of the Kings. During Egypt’s New Kingdom (1539–1075 BC), the valley became a royal burial ground for pharaohs such as Tutankhamun,

Seti I and Ramesses II, as well as queens, high priests, and other elites of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties. Admire the massive stone statues of the Colossi of Memnon, and the mortuary temples of the Temple of Hatshepsut. Return to the boat for dinner and overnight.

Special Inclusion:Entry into Tutankhamun Tomb (when available)

Day 19: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan [BLD]. Today you will tour Edfu, site of the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus. Visit the temple and ancient settlement, known in Roman times as Apollinòpolis. Then set sail for Kom Ombo, enjoying lunch on board. Disembark to explore Kom Ombo Temple, located on a bend in the Nile where, in ancient times, sacred crocodiles are said to have basked in the sun. The temple is dedicated to the crocodile-god Sobek, and the falcon-god Haroeris. Return to your boat for an on board dinner and galabeya party.

Day 20: Aswan [BLD]. Sail to Aswan to see the High Dam and the Temple of Philae. Dedicated to the love goddess Isis, the temple is only accessible by boat and was turned into a church of St. Stephen under Emperor Justinian. Lunch, afternoon tea and dinner will be served back on your cruise boat as you overnight on board.

Day 21: Aswan – Cairo [B]. Following breakfast, disembark and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo (or optional tour to Abu Simbel - at additional cost - $720 per person):

A short flight takes us to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples— two massive rock temples situated on the western bank of Lake Nasser. The complex is part of the “Nubian Monuments” UNESCO World Heritage Site. The twin temples were originally carved out of the mountainside in the 13th century BC, during the 19th dynasty reign of the Pharaoh Ramesses II. They serve as a lasting monument to the king and his queen, Nefertari, and commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kadesh.

In 1968, under the supervision of a Polish archaeologist, the complex was entirely relocated above the Aswan High Dam reservoir to avoid submersion during Lake Nasser construction.

On arrival into Cairo, private transfer to the Semiramis Intercontinental Hotel for 2 nights in a Nile View Room including breakfast. [B]

Semiramis Intercontinental, is located on the bank of the Nile River and just 5 minutes walk from the Egyptian Museum. The 5-star hotel features a heated outdoor pool and an on-site casino and gym. It offers a 24-hour front desk and complimentary WiFi in all areas.

Optional touring:Fly-in tour of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel

Day 22: Cairo [B]. With our Egyptologist we head to the Egyptian Museum for a guided tour. This museum holds the greatest collection of Egyptian Monuments including Tutankhamun’s Sarcophagus and we have included a visit to the Mummies Room. Explore the Citadel of Salah El Din with its medieval architecture, the Mohamed Ali Mosque and roam the streets to explore the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Special Inclusion:Private guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, including the Royal Mummy Room

Day 23: Departure flight [B]. Leisurely breakfast then transfer to the airport for your flight back to Australia.

Day 24: Arrival into Australia.

Our Kenya & Tanzania Safari is a scheduled safari departing on set departure days with a max 7 guests. Should you prefer a private safari, we can tailor-make it to your requirements.

Day 1: Australia – Nairobi. Depart Australia on your flight to Nairobi.

Day 2: Nairobi. On arrival into Nairobi you will be met by your safari guide and transferred by road to the Nairobi Serena Hotel for overnight. Afternoon to relax and recover.

Day 3: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha [BLD]. Early breakfast and depart. Meet your fellow travellers (max 7). Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Nairobi, visiting the Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum including lunch. Then depart by road to Lake Naivasha were you will stay for 2 nights at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge including all meals.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park [BLD]. Morning excursion to Lake Nakuru National Park which supports a wide ecological diversity including Flamingos (Greater and Lesser), other water birds and the Black and White Rhinoceros. Return to your lodge in the afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Depart this morning on a boat excursion on Lake Naivasha — a unique perspective on birdwatching and wildlife viewing. Mid morning transfer by road to the Masai Mara Game Reserve followed by afternoon game drive. Check into your lodge located within the Masai Mara Game Reserve for dinner and overnight. (Lodges utilised include Mara Serena Lodge/Mara Ashnil Lodge/Mara Sarova Camp.)

Special InclusionBoat ride on Lake Naivasha

Day 6: Masai Mara Game Reserve [BLD]. Morning and afternoon game drives in the spectacular Masai Mara game reserve, with superb photographic opportunities. Blessed with a permanent water supply, Masai Mara has a permanent population of plains game, including The “Big Five” – Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard and Rhino.

Day 7: Masai Mara – Serengeti Nat. Park [BLD]. After breakfast we depart with a picnic lunch for a full day drive from the Masai Mara to the Serengeti, crossing the Kenya/Tanzania border of Isebania then entering Serengeti National Park via Fort Ikoma. The park lies in a high plateau between the Ngorongoro highlands and the Kenya and Tanzania border.Check into our Safari Lodge for two nights. (Lodges utilised include Serengeti Serena Lodge or Serena Mbuzi Mawe Camp.)

Day 8: Serengeti National Park [BLD]. After breakfast, enjoy a safari in the world famous UNESCO wildlife sanctuary, Serengeti National Park — the largest National Park in Tanzania — summed up as ‘one of the most unique areas in the world’. It is famous for predators, including Lion, Cheetah, Leopard and Hyena; there is also an abundance of herbivores, including Wildebeest, Zebra, Gazelle, Topi, Buffalo, and Hartebeest and a wide variety of birdlife, believed to be in the region of 500 species.

Itinerary


Departs

H Daily, minimum 2 pax. (subject to scheduled safari dates)

Includes

H Accommodation as per itinerary

H All private transfers & private day touring

H 4 night Nile River Cruise

H Meals, entry fees & touring as per itinerary

H Internal flights & International flights & taxes on – EY, EK, TG, QF, SQ (subject to availability)

Price (valid 01 Jun, 2019 – 31 Oct , 2020)

H From $13,550pp twin share (single supp on request)


* Note: All prices are based on fares/classes (ex Syd/Mel/Adl/Per/Bne) & land arrangements available at time of print. All may be subject to change due to availability, surcharges & flight classes. Please use all pricing as a guideline only.

Visiting Kenya, Tanzania & Egypt ex Australia

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Temple of Queen Hatshepsut


Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Cairo – Giza. On arrival into Cairo you will be met by our staff and transferred through the sprawling city of Cairo to the Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa for 2 nights in a Premium Pyramids View Deluxe Room, including breakfast daily.

Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa boasts unparalleled views of the majestic and ancient Pyramids of Giza. A mere glance out of your guest room window reveals one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Day 2: Giza [B]. Depart on your private day tour under the guidance of a local Egyptologist. Visit Memphis and Saqqara - a vast, ancient burial ground in Egypt, serving as the necropolis for the Ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. Saqqara features numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, including entrance into Cheops — the largest Pyramid still standing. Visit the nearby Great Sphinx, with the body of a lion and the head of a King.

Special Inclusion:Entry into the Great Pyramid of Giza

Day 3: Valley of the Kings [B]. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival met and transferred to the luxurious Sonesta St Georges Hotel located on the banks of the Nile in a city of ancient pharaonic treasures. Time at leisure this afternoon to enjoy the hotel or take an optional Felucca trip on the Nile. This evening enjoy the magnificent Sound and Light Show at Luxor Temple.

Special Inclusion:Sound and Light Show at Luxor Temple

Day 4: Luxor [BLD]. Transfer to board Amwaj Nile Cruise boat for a 4-night cruise to Aswan, experiencing unforgettable sights of Upper Egypt in comfort and style. All excursions are guided by knowledgeable Egyptologists who help bring Egypt alive. After lunch, depart on a guided tour to the Luxor Temple located on the east bank of the Nile River. We will also visit the spectacular Karnak Temple, dedicated to the Pharaoh Amun. We return to our boat for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Luxor [BLD]. Today we visit the West Bank with your Egyptologist. Luxor has often been called the world’s greatest open-air museum, and the number of preserved monuments are unparalleled anywhere else in the world. Stroll around the ruins of the Valley of the Kings— the royal burial ground for pharaohs such as Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramesses II, as well as queens, high priests, and other elites. Admire the massive stone statues of the Colossi of Memnon, and the mortuary temples of the Temple of Hatshepsut. It will be a full day of wonder and amazement. Return to the boat for dinner and overnight.

Special Inclusion:Entry into Tutankhamun Tomb (when available)

Day 6: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan [BLD]. Today you will tour Edfu, site of the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus. Then, set sail for Kom Ombo as you enjoy lunch on board. Disembark to explore Kom Ombo Temple, located on a bend in the Nile where, in ancient times, sacred crocodiles are said to have basked in the sun. The temple is dedicated to the crocodile-god Sobek, and the falcon-god Haroeris. Return to your boat for an on board dinner and Galabeya party.

Day 7: Aswan [BLD]. Sail to Aswan to see the High Dam and the Temple of Philae. Dedicated to the love goddess Isis, the temple is only accessible by boat and was turned into a church of St. Stephen under Emperor Justinian. Lunch, afternoon tea and dinner will be served back on your cruise boat as you overnight on board.

Day 8: Abu Simbel – Cairo [B]. Following breakfast, disembark for a transfer to Aswan Airport. A short flight takes us to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. The Abu Simbel temples are two massive rock temples situated on the western bank of Lake Nasser. The complex is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the “Nubian Monuments”. Return to the airport for your flight to Cairo and private transfer to the Nile Kempinski Hotel for 2 nights in a Nile View Room including breakfast.

Special Inclusion:Fly-in tour of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel

Day 9: Cairo [B]. With our Egyptologist, we head to the Egyptian Museum for a guided tour. This museum holds the greatest collection of Egyptian Monuments, including Tutankhamun’s Sarcophagus and we have included a visit to the Mummies Room. Explore the medieval Citadel of Salah El Din, the Mohamed Ali Mosque and roam the streets to explore the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Special Inclusion:Private guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, including the Royal Mummy Room

Day 10: Departure flight [B]. Leisurely breakfast and transfer to the airport for departure.

Optional extension

10-day Highlights of Jordan extensionAn option to extend your discovery of ancient & Biblical lands. See following page.

Treasures of Egypt 2019/20 - 10 Days (including Abu Simbel Tour)


LAND ONLY ex Cairo

Ske leton Coast P

ark

Mo

zam

biq

ue

Zam

bezi R

iver

Zambezi River

The N

ile


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

ATLANTIC OCEAN

INDIAN OCEAN

GULF OF SUEZ

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Plettenberg Bay

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

Mana Pools

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

RED SEA

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam

SamburuGame Reserve


Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

KrugerNational

Park


Kampala

Kigali

Lake Mweru

Okavango River

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert


LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaNational

Park

EtoshaPan

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Parc des Volcans

Virunga NP Queen Elizabeth NP

Kibale Forest NP

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Mombasa

Namibia

Madagascar

Republicof theCongo

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda

Kabale

Odzala



KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

OkavangoDelta

Victoria Falls

ZimbabweChobe

NP

Mozambique


Yemen

Saudi Arabia

Oman

LebanonCyprus Syria

Iraq



Giza

EdfuKom Ombo

Aswan

Abu Simbel

Egypt


NP

Mt. KilimanjaroOldupai GorgeNgorongoro Crater

Amboseli NP

Nairobi

Arusha

Tanzania

Zambia

Serengeti NP

Lesotho

Johannesburg

Botswana


Entebbe MasaiMara

Kenya

CairoMemphis

Nakaru

IsraelJordan

Cairo to Cairo LAND ONLY Guided Highlights Journey, visiting 4 UNESCO sites

King Tutankhamun’s elaborate gold sarcophagus


Departs

H Daily, minimum 2 pax.

Includes

H Accommodation, meals & entry fees as per itinerary


H 4 night Nile River Cruise

H Internal flights & taxes

Price (valid 01 Aug, 2019 – 30 Sep , 2020)

H †Peak season surcharge from $490 (20 Dec, 2019–6 Jan, 2020 & 03 Apr–20 Apr 2020)


*Price subject to change based on seasonality, availability of flights, changes in taxes & land arrangements. Single supplement dependent on departure.


01 Oct, 2019-30 Apr, 2020 from $ 4530†

01 May-30 Sep, 2020 from $ 4350


DAYS

Tour highlights

H Great Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx

H Temples of Abu Simbel

H 4 night Luxury Nile River Cruise

H Valley of the Kings & Queens

H Tutankhamun’s treasures in the Egyptian Museum

Special Inclusions

H Entry into the Great Pyramid of Giza

H Sound & Light Show at Luxor Temple

H Entry into Tutankhamun’s Tomb (when available)

H Fly-in tour to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Abu Simbel

H Visit the Royal Mummy Room in the Egyptian Museum

Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights

H Nile River Cruise with Felucca Day Tour

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Treasures of Egypt 2019/20 - 10 Days (including Abu Simbel Tour)

Cairo to Cairo LAND ONLY Guided Highlights Journey, visiting 4 UNESCO sites


Departs


Includes

H Accommodation as per itinerary


H Meals, entry fees & touring as per itinerary

H Internal flights & taxes

Price (valid 01 Aug, 2019 – 30 Sep , 2020)


*Price subject to change based on seasonality, availability of flights, changes in taxes & land arrangements. Single supplement dependent on departure.


01 Aug-31 Dec, 2019 from $ 3550

01 Jan-30 Sep, 2020 from $ 3865


LAND ONLY ex Amman

Highlights of Jordan 2019/20 - 10 Days

ATLANTIC OCEAN

INDIAN OCEAN

GULF OF SUEZ

GULF

OF

AQAB

A

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

RED SEA

Giza


EdfuKom Ombo

Aswan

Abu Simbel

Jerash

Umm Qais

Jerusalem

Tel AvivAjlun

Aqaba

Petra

Mt.

NeboMadaba

Qasr AmraAl Kharaneh

Wadi Rum

Al-Azraq Castle

Wadi MujibKerak

Zam

bezi R

iver

Zambezi River

The N

ile

Okavango River

OkavangoDelta


Lake Mweru

LakeTurkana

Lake Malawi

Lake Rukwa

Lake Manyara

LakeVictoria

LakeKariba

EtoshaPan

Lake Tanganyika

Lake Eyasi

LakeNatron

Lake Edward

Lake George

Lake Kivu

Lake Albert

Sea ofGalilee

DeadSea

Antananarivo

Dar Es Salaam


Zanzibar

MauritiusRéunion

Harare

KrugerNational

Park


Bulawayo

Skukuza Madikwe

Bazaruto Island

Fish RiverCanyon

Oudtshoorn

Maun

Moremi

Tsitsikamma National Park

Sun City

Bloemfontein

Maputo

DurbanDraken

sber

g

St Lucia

Umfolozi HluhluweKwazulu-Natal

Nxai PanNP

CapriviGame Park Kasane

SossusvleiNamibNaukluftPark Pretoria

Makgadikgadi Pans

Matabo HillsNataMatapos NP

HwangeNP

Ske leton Coast P

ark

Mo

zam

biq

ue


Pemba

Medjumbe Island

Kabale

Swakopmund

Epupa Falls

Damaraland

O r a n g e River

Plettenberg Bay

Livingstone

Twyfelfontein

Mana Pools

Kampala

EtoshaNational

Park

South LuangwaNP

North LuangwaNP

SelousGame Reserve

Lilongwe

Namibia

Madagascar

Malawi

Rwanda

Uganda



KafueNP Lusaka

Windhoek

Victoria Falls

ZimbabweChobe

NP

Mozambique

Yemen

SaudiArabia

Oman

Cyprus Syria

Iraq

Turkey

Lebanon

Egypt

Egypt

Nairobi

Tanzania

Zambia

Lesotho

Johannesburg

Botswana


Entebbe MasaiMara

Kenya

Cairo

Israel

Jordan

Amman

Memphis



DAYS

Tour highlights

H Greco-Roman City of Jerash & Umm Qais

H Ajlun‘s medieval Arab fortress

H Amman Roman Theatre & the Desert Castles

H The Baptismal site of Christ & ‘the Promised Land’

H 6th Century Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land

H Petra by night

H Floating in The Dead Sea

H Jeep safari & Bedouin dinner in Wadi Rum

H Aqaba Fort & the Aqaba Archaeological Museum

Special Inclusions

H Private on-site guided tour of Jerash

H UNESCO site – Qasr Amra

H UNESCO site – Bethany

H UNESCO site – Petra

H Overnight in a Martian Dome Tent in the Wadi

Transportation

H Private vehicle

H Flights

Itinerary

This tour can be combined with Treasures of Egypt on the previous page.

Day 1: Amman [B]. On arrival into Amman, Jordan, you will be privately met and assisted with your visa/immigration, and transferred to the AlQasr Metropole Hotel for three nights in your Superior Room.

Day 2: Jerash [B]. Depart on your private full day tour of Amman with your experienced guide. Start with a visit to Umm Qais – the ruins of the Decapolis city of Gadara. Enjoy a walk around these spectacular ruins with magnificent views over three countries (Jordan, Syria, and Israel) encompassing the Golan Heights, Mt Hermon and the Sea of Galilee. On to Ajlun’s fortress, one of the best preserved examples of medieval Arab military architecture in the entire Middle East. Then we visit the Greco-Roman City of Jerash—the City of the thousand columns. Jerash showcases the grandeur of Imperial Rome (sometimes referred to as the Pompeii of the East). It is considered one of the largest, and most well preserved sites of Roman architecture in the World, outside Italy. Overnight at your hotel.

Special Inclusion:Private on-site Guided tour of Jerash

Day 3: Desert Castles [B]. After breakfast depart on a full day privately guided tour. Visit the Citadel and the Umayyad Palace. A quick visit to the ruins of the Amman Roman Theatre before we head towards the Desert Castles which were built by the Umayyads to serve as caravan stations for travellers. Visit Al Kharaneh, Qasr Amra (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Al Azraq castles which served as the residence of Lawrence of Arabia during the Arab Revolt. Transfer back to Amman for overnight at your hotel.

Special Inclusion:UNESCO site – Qasr Amra

Day 4: Dead Sea [B]. Breakfast and transfer in your private vehicle with driver to Bethany – the Baptismal site of Jesus Christ. Situated on the eastern bank of the River Jordan. Continue onto Dead Sea and check into the Holiday Inn Dead Sea for two nights. Afternoon at leisure to relax at the hotel.

Special Inclusion:UNESCO site – Bethany – Baptismal site of Jesus Christ.

Day 5: Dead Sea [B]. Day At Leisure. The Dead Sea has the lowest elevation and is the lowest body of water on Earth. Have some fun as you take a swim and cover your body in the therapeutic mud.

Day 6: Kings Hwy – Madaba/Mt Nebo/Wadi Mujib/Petra [B]. Early start with your private vehicle and driver along the ancient King’s Highway — still with marks from traders who crossed it centuries ago. Visit the Christian Town of Madaba (‘The City of Mosaics’), the St. George Greek Orthodox Church, and view the masterpiece of Madaba (a 6th Century Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land). Travel to Mt. Nebo, one of the most important holy sites in Jordan, believed to be where God showed Moses the Promised Land and his last resting place. View ruins from the 4th – 6th centuries before continuing onto the city of Kerak, where we will visit the Crusader’s Castle. Arrive at Petra Guest House in the late afternoon. Tonight, experience the magic of Petra by Night, as the rock city is lit by more than 1,000 candles — a spectacular view.

Special Inclusion:UNESCO site – Petra by Night

Day 7: Petra [B]. Early start on our journey to explore Petra, aptly described as the “rose-red city, half as old as time”, founded by the Nabateans 2000 years ago. The visit to the ancient Nabatean capital starts on horseback, followed by a walk through the Siq, a long narrow fissure between two overhanging cliffs. Towards the end of the Siq, you will be spellbound by Petra’s most famous monument; the Treasury. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 8: Wadi Rum [BD]. After breakfast proceed to Beida, also known as little Petra, and the place where the Nabateans used to entertain their guests. Continue south to Jordan’s largest desert, Wadi Rum, and enjoy a Jeep Tour in one of the most spectacular desert landscapes in the world. Transfer to Sun City Camp in the desert for a typical Bedouin dinner and overnight in your unique Martian Dome Tent.

Special Inclusion:Overnight in a Martian Dome Tent in the Wadi

Day 9: Aqaba [B]. Early breakfast and depart for Aqaba, a Jordanian port city on the Red Sea’s Gulf. Inhabited since 4000 BC, it’s home to the Islamic-era Aqaba Fort and the adjacent Aqaba Archaeological Museum. After a quick visit, we check into our hotel on the shores of the Red Sea and you can spend your afternoon at leisure on the private sandy beach.

Day 10: Departure flight [B]. After breakfast, transfer to Aqaba airport for your departure.

Amman to Aqaba LAND ONLY Guided Highlights Journey, visiting 3 UNESCO sites

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