indian ocean

November 2007 - April 2009Aboard M.S. Royal Star

IndianOceanCruises

• Zanzibar• The Comoros• Madagascar• Mauritius• La Réunion• The Seychelles• South Africa• Mozambique

PLUS Kenya Safari Adventures

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Cruising theIndian Ocean

SINCE 1990 WE HAVEOFFERED A YEAR ROUNDPROGRAMME OF CRUISESABOARD THE YACHT-LIKEM.S. ROYAL STAR TO THEIDYLLIC AND BEAUTIFULISLANDS OF THE INDIANOCEAN.

BOOK WITH CONFIDENCEABTA members help holidaymakers to getthe most from their travel and assist them

when things do not go according to plan. You can book your holiday andtravel with peace of mind knowing that African Safari Club Ltd. is fullybonded, being a member of the Association of British Travel Agents andholding an Air Travel Organisers Licence.

All aspects of African Safari Club Ltd. comply with the current ECregulations governing leisure travel and consumer protection.

As a holiday destination the Indian Ocean is without

doubt one of the few remaining areas in the world that

is still relatively uncommercialised and largely unaffected by

mass tourism.

Our cruises range in duration from 3 to 18 nights, with itineraries whichinclude the breathtakingly beautiful coral reef-encircled Seychellesislands; the fascinating Mascarene islands of Mauritius, with its ever-changing scenery, and the French influenced island of La Réunion;picturesque Madagascar; the ‘perfumed islands’ of The Comoros and thebustling bazaars of Zanzibar. Each island has a distinct and uniquecharacter of its own.

South Africa reveals anabundance of amazingscenery and diversecultures. Our ‘Voyage tothe Cape’ visits the excitingports of Durban, EastLondon, Port Elizabeth,Mossel Bay andcosmopolitan Cape Town.

What makes us unique is that we offer cruises of varying durationswhich can be combined with a relaxing stay at an exotic Kenya beachhotel and optional safari adventures.

AFRICAN SAFARI CLUBFrom its small beginnings in 1967, the group now controls nine hotels inKenya and six safari lodges and camps, together with some transfer andsafari vehicles as well as a fleet of light aircraft to fly you to or from thewilderness game reserves from a private airstrip. The infrastructure alsoincludes African Safari Airways who operate an Airbus A310-308 aircraftbetween various European gateways and Mombasa several times a week,although most flights from the UK are with Monarch or another reputableairline.

We also offer holidays to Egypt which include a seven night Nile cruiseaboard the five star M.S. Da Vinci, exclusive to African Safari Club guests,with the option of extending your stay for an extra week from a choice ofhotels in Luxor – an amazing holiday experience.

In May 2008, M.S. Royal Star will be positioned in the Red Sea and onjust four departures will offer a seven night cruise visiting the ports ofSuez, Sharm-el-Sheikh, Aqaba and Safaga. Each port will show you bothancient and modern sights – leaving you with memories that will lastforever.

RESERVATIONS � 0845 345 0014

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INTRODUCTIONAfrican Safari Club 2-3M.S. Royal Star 4-9Cruise Calendar 10-11

CRUISE ITINERARIESMysterious Zanzibar 12Spice Islands 13Treasures of Madagascar 14Secrets of the Seychelles 15Magic of Mauritius 16Seychelles Royal 17Mysteries of the Mascarenes 18Portrait of the Seychelles 19Voyage to the Cape 20Indian Ocean Odyssey 21

PORTS OF CALL 22-31

CLIMATE CHART 31

AFRICAN SAFARI CLUB HOTELSKasr al Bahar Hotel 32Shanzu - Paradise Beach Hotel 33Dolphin Hotel 34Flamingo Beach Hotel 35

DELUXE PACKAGE 36

GOURMET PASS 36

EXCURSIONS 37

ON SAFARI 38-41

USEFUL INFORMATION 42-43

HOLIDAY INSURANCE 43

YOUR FLIGHT 44-45

PRICES & SUPPLEMENTS 46

M.S. ROYAL STAR DECK PLAN 47

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Our Price PromiseOn selected itineraries, should we, for

whatever reason, reduce the price of your

particular holiday after you have booked,

or offer any ‘extras’, they will be made available to you.

This means that you can book safe in the knowledge that

your holiday will not be offered by us at a lower price at

a later date. Look for the symbol on our special offer

sheets which accompany this brochure.

On the other hand, we reserve the right to increase the prices quoted in thisbrochure, but guarantee that once you have booked and paid a deposit,prices will not be surcharged except for governmental action.

For details of our surcharge policy, see clause 14 of our Booking Conditions.

La Digue, the Seychelles

M.S. Royal Star

FULLY AIR-CONDITIONEDAND STABILISED, THEYACHT-LIKE M.S. ROYALSTAR IS A TRADITIONAL SHIPOF GREAT CHARACTER WITHTEAK DECKS AND A RICHINTERIOR OF POLISHEDWOOD AND GLEAMINGBRASS.

YACHT-LIKE CRUISINGM.S. Royal Star is ideal for visiting the islands ofthe Indian Ocean, as she is able to cruise closeto shore and visit intriguing ports ofteninaccessible to larger ships. More importantly,with so few passengers there is no danger ofoverwhelming the character and often delicateecosystem of the islands we visit, thuspreserving what one has travelled to experience.

At 5,600 tons she is large enough to

accommodate all the facilities you

would expect to find on a quality liner

and with a maximum of just 200

passengers, many of whom hail from

European countries as well as other

English speaking areas, offers a friendly

and intimate environment, creating a

true sense of camaraderie.


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I had a simply marvellous time on boardThe Royal Star. Everyone was so friendlyand welcoming, particularly as I am a

relatively aged singleton. The atmosphere on boardthroughout the trip was just the right mix ofelegance and luxury with a suitable dash ofinformality and fun.

Thank you and keep up the good work.

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EXEMPLARY SERVICEWith a ship’s complement of 130 officers andcrew you will be assured of a high standard ofservice. The Filipino and Indonesian stewardsare often praised for their friendly and obligingmanner and the European cruise team willensure that all your needs are catered for. Wealso have a doctor on board for your peace ofmind.

RELAXING ON BOARDTo help you plan your day, a ‘Daily Programme’is delivered to your cabin the evening prior andcontains information on the following days shoreexcursions, activities on board andentertainment. You will find sun beds forrelaxation, a small pool in which to cool off(towels provided) and a sauna. Not to be missedare the interesting slide shows and informal talksabout your forthcoming ports of call. Try not tomiss these as they will help you decide whichexcursions are best suited to you. You might liketo make up a foursome for a rubber of bridge inthe cosy card room. The daily activity programmewhilst at sea includes shuffleboard, bingo anddarts, and for the energetic you can ‘walk a mile’on deck at sunset.

We thought our previous cruise with youwas wonderful, but our Mysteries of the

Mascarenes cruise in April 2007 was even better!!To have eleven nights on board our favourite shipbeing given the happiest holiday with everypassenger wanting to stay on board was tribute tothe incredible crew. We look forward toreturning again.

GOING ASHOREParadise awaits at each port of call and ourchoice of optional excursions will show you thebest of these wonderful exotic places. A briefdescription of the ports of call and excursionscan be found on pages 22 – 31.

M.S. Royal Star docks alongside at the ports ofMombasa, Mahé and normally Mauritius,La Réunion, Maputo and at all ports in SouthAfrica, but owing to a lack of suitable facilitiesat the other ports she will anchor off andpassengers will be taken ashore by launch ortender. No charge is made for this service.

Please note that occasionally, wet landingsmay be necessary. M.S. Royal Star will anchoroff either at La Digue or Praslin dependent onthe trade winds. A ferry service operatesbetween the two islands.

At embarkation you will receive a boardingpass which will replace your passport duringthe cruise. At each port of call, a Landing TagsBoard is placed at the exit to the gangway. It isimperative that you take your boarding passand the tag corresponding to your cabinnumber with you when going ashore. Onembarking the ship, the landing tag must bereplaced which allows the crew to account forall passengers prior to sailing.


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M.S. Royal Star


ENTERTAINMENTYou can relax with a pre-dinner aperitif in thelounge whilst listening to the resident band ortry the ‘cocktail of the day’ at the Lido bar.After dinner, enjoy a drink in the Marco PoloLounge, perhaps chatting to new found friends,or have a dance or two with music provided bythe band. Nightly entertainment is provided bya small dance troupe, the ship’s crew andoccasional cabaret acts. Some nights, weatherpermitting, you may be able to watch a film ona big screen whilst sitting under the stars onthe Lido deck. On every cruise, you will beinvited to meet the Captain and his officers at aWelcome Cocktail Party.

7Table Mountain, Cape Town

We have just returned from the bestholiday we have ever had.

My husband and I have just spent our thirtiethwedding anniversary in the Dolphin Hotel. We wenton the cruise to Zanzibar and stayed at CrocodileLodge while on safari. Everything was perfect thestaff were both friendly and helpful.

We shall be booking again withAfrican Safari Club in the future.

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TABLE RESERVATIONSA card detailing your table reservation will be inyour cabin when you arrive on board. Shouldyou wish to make any changes, please contactthe Maitre d’Hotel.

DINING IN STYLEDelicious international cuisine is prepared bymaster chefs. Begin your day with earlymorning tea or coffee in your cabin, followedby a buffet breakfast on deck for those earlyrisers, or dine later in the charming BelvedereRestaurant. For those days at sea there is noneed to change for the lunchtime pool-sidebuffet unless you prefer a more formal meal inthe restaurant. Afternoon tea is offered around4.00pm and sumptuous seven course dinnersare served at two sittings (normally 6.30pm and8.30pm). If you are feeling peckish, there’s atempting buffet around midnight. Tea andcoffee are also available in your cabinthroughout the day, for a small charge.

DRESS CODEDuring your time on board or while onexcursions, we suggest casual, light clothing.Evenings are generally informal, the suggesteddress for gentlemen is shirt and trousers, andladies should dress for comfort. On a formal'gala night' some gentlemen choose to wear adark suit or dinner jacket and the ladies,evening or cocktail dress. However, many dodress less formally on these evenings.

There is one formal ‘gala night’ on theMysterious Zanzibar cruises, three on the IndianOcean Odyssey cruise and two on all othercruises. You may also wish to take suitableclothing for the very popular 'tropical night'.

The daily programme provides dress suggestionsfor each evening.

ON BOARD ACCOUNTAfter embarkation, a shipboard account isautomatically opened and you may then signfor drinks, excursions etc., settling your accountat the end of the cruise. Prices on board areshown in Euros. We accept cash, travellerscheques or Visa, Mastercard, American Expressand Diners credit cards for payment.

YOUR CABIN STEWARDEach cabin is assigned a steward who will lookafter your every need from bringing you earlymorning tea or coffee to cleaning your cabindaily and turning down your bed at night.

CHILDRENChildren are very welcome and we are sure theywill enjoy the experience. However, there are nospecial facilities or arrangements.


M.S. Royal Star

GUEST LECTURERSDr Peter Cattermole is a freelance lecturer,writer and consultant in the fields ofvolcanology, astonomy and specialist travel.While aboard M.S. Royal Star he will bedescribing how the continents, islands andoceans came to be where they are, theprocesses inside the Earth that led to this,and also leading on-deck star-gazingsessions. In 2008 Peter will be travelling onthe January ‘Voyage to the Cape’ holiday.

Details of our expanded Guest Lecturerprogramme can be found on our website:www.africansafariclub.com

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CABIN COMFORTAll cabins have a private shower and wc,air-conditioning, an internal telephone, tapedmusic, a safe and storage space. Each cabin hastwo power points which take round two pinplugs. One (110/220 volt AC) is in the bathroomsuitable only for electric razors and the other(110 volt AC 60 Hz) is in the cabin suitable onlyfor a hairdryer and other small appliances.Electric irons may not be used for safety reasonsand you should check with reception beforeusing any appliance with a power consumptionof more than 300 watts.

Typical Superior Suite

The majority of cabins on board are outsidewith a porthole. However, hatches aresometimes closed over the portholes duringadverse weather conditions.

Deluxe cabins have the added benefit of a smallseating area. Most of the suites have twoshower rooms with wc, mini bar, table and twochairs, hairdryer and TV for videos, which areavailable from the Tourist Office.

The romantic Honeymoon Suite also has afour-poster bed and a small seating area with asofa.

Within the well-furnished and spaciousPresidential Suite there is also a separate loungearea with a sofa and two armchairs, a writingbureau and for total relaxation, a private terracecomplete with sun loungers.

A small lift serves all decks except the CaribbeanDeck.

Presidential Suite


Typical Inside CabinTypical A, B, C, D Cabin

Typical Deluxe Cabin

Please note - these are artist’simpressions and are not to scale.

A cabin plan of M.S. Royal Star can befound on page 47.Presidential Suite

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HOLIDAY CRUISE HOTELDEPART UK DURATION CRUISE PAGE EMBARK DISEMBARK DURATION RETURN UK STAYS

Mon 05 Nov '07 15 nights Portrait of the Seychelles 19 Wed 07 Nov '07 Tue 20 Nov '07 13 nights Tue 20 Nov '07 1 pre

Mon 19 Nov '07 15 nights Portrait of the Seychelles 19 Tue 20 Nov '07 Mon 03 Dec '07 13 nights Tue 04 Dec '07 1 post

Mon 26 Nov '07 15 nights Spice Islands 13 Tue 04 Dec '07 Tue 11 Dec '07 7 nights Tue 11 Dec '07 7 pre

Mon 03 Dec '07 15 nights Spice Islands 13 Tue 11 Dec '07 Tue 18 Dec '07 7 nights Tue 18 Dec '07 7 pre

Mon 10 Dec '07 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Wed 19 Dec '07 Sun 23 Dec '07 4 nights Tue 25 Dec '07 8 pre / 2 post

Sat 22 Dec '07 14 nights Spice Islands 13 Sun 23 Dec '07 Sun 30 Dec '07 7 nights Sat 05 Jan '08 6 post

Sat 29 Dec '07 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Sun 30 Dec '07 Tue 08 Jan '08 9 nights Sun 13 Jan '08 5 post

Mon 07 Jan '08 15 nights Seychelles Royal 17 Tue 08 Jan '08 Sat 19 Jan '08 11 nights Tue 22 Jan '08 3 post

Fri 18 Jan '08 18 nights Voyage to the Cape 20 Sun 20 Jan '08 Sat 02 Feb '08 13 nights Tue 05 Feb '08 1 pre / 3 post

Fri 01 Feb '08 15 nights Voyage to the Cape 20 Sat 02 Feb '08 Sat 16 Feb '08 14 nights Sat 16 Feb '08 -

Fri 15 Feb '08 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Sun 17 Feb '08 Tue 26 Feb '08 9 nights Sat 01 Mar '08 1 pre / 4 post

Mon 25 Feb '08 22 nights Indian Ocean Odyssey 21 Tue 26 Feb '08 Sat 15 Mar '08 18 nights Tue 18 Mar '08 3 post

Mon 10 Mar '08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Sat 15 Mar '08 Wed 19 Mar '08 4 nights Tue 25 Mar '08 4 pre / 6 post

Mon 17 Mar '08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Wed 19 Mar '08 Sun 23 Mar '08 4 nights Tue 01 Apr '08 1 pre / 9 post

Mon 24 Mar '08 15 nights Treasures of Madagascar 14 Tue 25 Mar '08 Sun 06 Apr '08 12 nights Tue 08 Apr '08 2 post

Fri 04 Apr '08 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Sun 06 Apr '08 Tue 15 Apr '08 9 nights Sat 19 Apr '08 1 pre / 4 post

Mon 14 Apr '08 15 nights Seychelles Royal 17 Tue 15 Apr '08 Sat 26 Apr '08 11 nights Tue 29 Apr '08 3 post

Mon 07 Jul '08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Thu 17 Jul '08 Mon 21 Jul '08 4 nights Tue 22 Jul '08 9 pre / 1 post

Mon 14 Jul '08 15 nights Spice Islands 13 Mon 21 Jul '08 Tue 29 Jul '08 8 nights Tue 29 Jul '08 6 pre

Mon 28 Jul '08 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Tue 29 Jul '08 Thu 07 Aug '08 9 nights Tue 12 Aug '08 5 post

Mon 04 Aug '08 15 nights Seychelles Royal 17 Thu 07 Aug '08 Mon 18 Aug '08 11 nights Tue 19 Aug '08 2 pre / 1 post

Mon 18 Aug '08 15 nights Treasures of Madagascar 14 Tue 19 Aug '08 Sat 30 Aug '08 11 nights Tue 02 Sep '08 3 post

Mon 25 Aug '08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Sat 30 Aug '08 Tue 02 Sep '08 3 nights Tue 09 Sep '08 4 pre / 7 post

Mon 01 Sep '08 15 nights Magic of Mauritius 16 Tue 02 Sep '08 Thu 11 Sep '08 9 nights Tue 16 Sep '08 5 post

Mon 08 Sep '08 15 nights Mysteries of the Mascarenes 18 Thu 11 Sep '08 Mon 22 Sep '08 11 nights Tue 23 Sep '08 2 pre / 1 post

Mon 15 Sep '08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Mon 22 Sep '08 Fri 26 Sep '08 4 nights Tue 30 Sep '08 6 pre / 4 post

Mon 22 Sep ’08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Fri 26 Sep ’08 Tue 30 Sep ’08 4 nights Tue 07 Oct ’08 3 pre / 7 post

Boulders Beach, Cape TownCruise Calendar

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Madagascar

KenyaThe

SeychellesMombasa

Zanzibar

Mesali

PraslinMahé

LaDigue

Nosy Bé

La Réunion

Mauritius

Mayotte

Anjouan

Mozambique

Tanzania

TheMascarenes

Comoros

South Africa

Maputo

Durban

East London

Port ElizabethCape Town

Mossel Bay

HOLIDAY CRUISE HOTEL

DEPART UK DURATION CRUISE PAGE EMBARK DISEMBARK DURATION RETURN UK STAYS

Mon 29 Sep ’08 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Tue 30 Sep ’08 Thu 09 Oct ’08 9 nights Tue 14 Oct ’08 5 post

Mon 06 Oct ’08 15 nights Seychelles Royal 17 Thu 09 Oct ’08 Mon 20 Oct ’08 11 nights Tue 21 Oct ’08 2 pre / 1 post

Mon 13 Oct ’08 15 nights Spice Islands 13 Mon 20 Oct ’08 Tue 28 Oct ’08 8 nights Tue 28 Oct ’08 6 pre

Mon 27 Oct '08 15 nights Treasures of Madagascar 14 Tue 28 Oct '08 Sat 08 Nov '08 11 nights Tue 11 Nov '08 3 post

Mon 03 Nov '08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Sat 08 Nov '08 Tue 11 Nov '08 3 nights Tue 18 Nov '08 4 pre / 7 post

Mon 10 Nov '08 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Tue 11 Nov '08 Thu 20 Nov '08 9 nights Tue 25 Nov '08 5 post

Mon 17 Nov '08 22 nights Indian Ocean Odyssey 21 Thu 20 Nov '08 Mon 08 Dec '08 18 nights Tue 09 Dec '08 2 pre / 1 post

Mon 08 Dec ’08 15 nights Treasures of Madagascar 14 Tue 09 Dec ’08 Sat 20 Dec ’08 11 nights Tue 23 Dec ’08 3 post

Mon 15 Dec ’08 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Sat 20 Dec ’08 Tue 23 Dec ’08 3 nights Tue 30 Dec ’08 4 pre / 7 post

Mon 22 Dec ’08 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Tue 23 Dec ’08 Thu 01 Jan ’09 9 nights Tue 06 Jan ’09 5 post

Mon 29 Dec ’08 15 nights Seychelles Royal 17 Thu 01 Jan ’09 Mon 12 Jan ’09 11 nights Tue 13 Jan ’09 2 pre / 1 post

Mon 05 Jan ’09 15 nights Spice Islands 13 Mon 12 Jan ’09 Tue 20 Jan ’09 8 nights Tue 20 Jan ’09 6 pre

Mon 19 Jan '09 15 nights Magic of Mauritius 16 Tue 20 Jan '09 Thu 29 Jan '09 9 nights Tue 03 Feb '09 5 post

Mon 26 Jan '09 15 nights Mysteries of the Mascarenes 18 Thu 29 Jan '09 Mon 09 Feb '09 11 nights Tue 10 Feb '09 2 pre / 1 post

Mon 02 Feb '09 15 nights Spice Islands 13 Mon 09 Feb '09 Tue 17 Feb '09 8 nights Tue 17 Feb '09 6 pre

Mon 09 Feb '09 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Tue 17 Feb '09 Sat 21 Feb '09 4 nights Tue 24 Feb '09 7 pre / 3 post

Mon 16 Feb '09 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Sat 21 Feb '09 Tue 24 Feb '09 3 nights Tue 03 Mar '09 4 pre / 7 post

Mon 23 Feb '09 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Tue 24 Feb '09 Thu 05 Mar '09 9 nights Tue 10 Mar '09 5 post

Mon 02 Mar '09 22 nights Indian Ocean Odyssey 21 Thu 05 Mar '09 Mon 23 Mar '09 18 nights Tue 24 Mar '09 2 pre / 1 post

Mon 23 Mar '09 15 nights Treasures of Madagascar 14 Tue 24 Mar '09 Sat 04 Apr '09 11 nights Tue 07 Apr '09 3 post

Mon 30 Mar '09 15 nights Mysterious Zanzibar 12 Sat 04 Apr '09 Tue 07 Apr '09 3 nights Tue 14 Apr '09 4 pre / 7 post

Mon 06 Apr '09 15 nights Secrets of the Seychelles 15 Tue 07 Apr '09 Thu 16 Apr '09 9 nights Tue 21 Apr '09 5 post

Mon 13 Apr '09 15 nights Seychelles Royal 17 Thu 16 Apr '09 Mon 27 Apr '09 11 nights Tue 28 Apr '09 2 pre / 1 post


Antsiranana

Mahajanga

Mysterious Zanzibar

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DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (3 night cruise,11 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 25 Aug., 03 Nov.,15 Dec. 2008. 16 Feb., 30 Mar. 2009.

DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (4 night cruise,10 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 10 Dec. 2007. 10 & 17Mar., 07 Jul., 15 & 22 Sep. 2008. 09 Feb. 2009.

3 NIGHT CRUISE ITINERARY

DAY 1: Mombasa, Kenya.Transfer to M.S. Royal Star and embark.Sail at 1700 hours.

DAY 2: Zanzibar, Tanzania.Arrive at 0800 hours. Sail at 1800 hours.

DAY 3: Mesali, Tanzania.Arrive at 0800 hours. Sail at 1700 hours.

DAY 4: Mombasa, Kenya.Arrive early morning.

4 NIGHT CRUISE ITINERARYThe cruise itinerary is as above with an extraday spent on Zanzibar. You stay overnight onboard on Day 2 and sail on Day 3 at1800 hours for Mesali.

Please note: Although the cruise itineraries remain the same

as described on the respective departures, your stay at an

African Safari Club hotel in Mombasa will be as follows:

3 night cruise itineraries: On all departure dates you have a

four night hotel stay prior to the cruise and seven nights

afterwards.

4 night cruise itineraries: 10 Dec. ’07, eight nights pre and

two nights post cruise; 10 Mar. ’08, four nights pre and six

nights post cruise; 17 Mar. ’08, one night pre and nine nights

post cruise; 07 Jul. ’08, nine nights pre and one night post

cruise; 15 Sep. ’08, six nights pre and four nights post cruise;

22 Sep. ’08, three nights pre and seven nights post cruise;

09 Feb. ’09, seven nights pre and three nights post cruise.

Combine a taste of cruising life with leisurely days and nights in Kenya on this

carefree holiday.

Three or four nights on board M.S. Royal Star make the perfect introduction to the pleasures of lifeat sea in the Indian Ocean. Discover Arab influenced Zanzibar with its fragrant clove plantationsand spice-laden bazaars and spend a day on the tiny atoll of Mesali where fabulous beaches invitetotal relaxation. Staying at an African Safari Club hotel in Mombasa both before and after yourcruise, you have plenty of time to experience the stunning beaches and tropical splendour of thisglorious part of the world. Be sure, too, to join an optional safari in search of elephant, leopardand cheetah.

Upgrade to the Flamingo BeachHotel for just £149pp

You can upgrade to our flagship,Flamingo Beach Hotel for just £149pp.

See page 35 for more information.

Mombasa

Zanzibar

Mesali

Kenya

Stone Town, Zanzibar

Zanzibar

Shanzu Beach, Mombasa

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DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (8 night cruise,6 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 26 Nov.*, 03 Dec.*,22 Dec.+ 2007. 14 Jul., 13 Oct. 2008.05 Jan., 02 Feb. 2009.

DAY 1: MONDAY

UK - Mombasa, Kenya.Fly overnight direct from Gatwick to Mombasa.

DAYS 2 - 7: TUESDAY - SUNDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Morning arrival and transfer to an African SafariClub hotel for a six night stay.

DAY 8: MONDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Transfer to M.S. Royal Star and embark. Sail at1700 hours.

DAY 9: TUESDAY

Zanzibar, Tanzania.Arrive at 0800 hours. Sail at 1700 hours.

DAY 10: WEDNESDAYAt sea.

DAY 11: THURSDAY

Mayotte, Comoros.Arrive at 0800 hours. Sail at 1600 hours.

DAYS 12 & 13 : FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0800 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1600 hours on Saturday.

DAY 14: SUNDAY

Anjouan, Comoros.Arrive at 1000 hours. Sail at 1600 hours.

DAY 15: MONDAYAt sea.

DAY 16: TUESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya - UK.Early morning arrival and transfer to Mombasaairport for your direct return daytime flight toGatwick.

Please note: * 26 Nov. and 03 Dec. 2007. On these

departure dates the cruise itinerary is for seven nights. Only

one day is spent on Nosy Bé. You spend seven nights at an

African Safari Club hotel before sailing on the cruise

transferring directly to Mombasa airport on Day 16 for your

direct return daytime flight to Gatwick.

+ 22 Dec. 2007. On this departure date the holiday duration

is for 14 nights and the cruise itinerary is for seven nights. Only

one day is spent on Nosy Bé. On arrival in Mombasa, you

transfer to M.S. Royal Star after lunch at an African Safari

Club hotel and have a six night stay at an African Safari Club

hotel after the cruise transferring to Mombasa airport on

Day 15 for your direct return daytime flight to Gatwick.

An eight night cruise to spice-scented islands and a six night stay on the Kenya

coast make this holiday the perfect combination of beachside relaxation and

island hopping adventure.

An opportunity to discover Arab influenced Zanzibar, the thundering waterfalls of Mayotte, breathein the perfumed air of ylang-ylang blossoms on little Nosy Bé and explore the deep valleys andwell-tended plantations of Anjouan. There is time too, to join an optional safari whilst staying inMombasa.

Upgrade to the Flamingo BeachHotel for just £149pp

You can upgrade to our flagship,Flamingo Beach Hotel for just £149pp.

See page 35 for more information.

Spice Islands


Mombasa

Zanzibar

Mayotte

ComorosNosy BéAnjouan

Kenya

Madagascar

Nosy Bé, Madagascar

Mayotte, the Comoros

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DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (11 night cruise,3 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 24 Mar.*, 18 Aug.,27 Oct., 08 Dec. 2008. 23 Mar. 2009.

DAY 1: MONDAY

UK – Mombasa, Kenya.Fly overnight direct from Gatwick to Mombasa.

DAY 2: TUESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Morning arrival. Transfer to M.S. Royal Starafter lunch at an African Safari Club hotel.Sail at 1700 hours.

DAY 3: WEDNESDAY


DAY 4: THURSDAYAt sea.

DAY 5: FRIDAY

Anjouan, Comoros.Arrive at 0700 hours. Sail at 1200 hours.

DAYS 6 & 7: SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Antsiranana (Diego Suarez),Madagascar.Arrive at 1200 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1600 hours on Sunday.

DAYS 8 & 9: MONDAY & TUESDAY

Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0700 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1700 hours on Tuesday.

DAY 10: WEDNESDAY



DAY 12: FRIDAY

Mesali, Tanzania.Arrive at 0800 hours. Sail at 1800 hours.

DAYS 13 - 15: SATURDAY - MONDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Early morning arrival and transfer to an AfricanSafari Club hotel for a three night stay.

DAY 16: TUESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya – UK.Transfer to Mombasa airport for your directreturn daytime flight to Gatwick.

Please note: *Monday 24 Mar. 2008. On this departure date

the cruise itinerary is for 12 nights. After leaving Nosy Bé an

extra day is spent on Mahajanga, Madagascar (arrive at 0800

hours, sail at 1500 hours). You have a two night stay at an

African Safari Club hotel after the cruise transferring to the

airport on Day 16 for your direct return daytime flight to

Gatwick.

Lemur, Madagascar

Mayotte

Zanzibar

Mesali

Kenya

Anjouan

Mombasa

Mahajanga

Treasures of Madagascar

Nosy BéAntsiranana

Comoros

Madagascar

Rice Fields, Madagascar

Zanzibar

The highlight of this cruise is undoubtably four glorious days spent on Madagascar, the worlds fourth largest island. Madagascar

is a beautiful island and offers spectacular scenery from flat plains and large rivers, rolling hills rising to mountain ranges, to

tropical rain forests, terraced rice fields and white sand beaches.

You first visit bustling Zanzibar and Anjouan, with its profusion of lakes and deep valleys. On Madagascar, you spend two days both in Antsiranana, orDiego Suarez as it is most commonly known, considered to be one of the world’s finest natural harbours, and on the perfumed isle of Nosy Bé. Onsaying farewell to Madagascar, the coral island of Mayotte awaits and finally relax on the tiny atoll of Mesali. A perfect way to end this unique cruise.

DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (9 night cruise,5 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)

DEPARTURE DATES : 29 Dec*. 2007.15 Feb.+, 04 Apr.+, 28 Jul., 29 Sep.,10 Nov., 22 Dec. 2008.23 Feb., 06 Apr. 2009.

DAY 1: MONDAY


DAY 2: TUESDAY


DAY 3: WEDNESDAY



DAY 5: FRIDAY


DAY 6: SATURDAY

Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0700 hours. Sail at 1700 hours.

DAYS 7 & 8: SUNDAY & MONDAYAt sea.

DAY 9: TUESDAY

Praslin/La Digue, Seychelles.Arrive at 0800 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 0600 hours on Wednesday.

DAY 10: WEDNESDAY

Mahé, Seychelles.Arrive at 0800 hours and stay overnight onboard.

DAYS 11 - 15: THURSDAY - MONDAY

Mahé, Seychelles - Mombasa.In the afternoon, fly from Mahé to Mombasaand transfer to an African Safari Club hotel fora five night stay.

DAY 16: TUESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya - UK.Transfer to Mombasa airport for your directreturn daytime flight to Gatwick.

Please note: * 29 Dec. 2007. On this departure date you

depart the UK on Saturday and return on Sunday; the holiday

itinerary remains unchanged. + 15 Feb. & 04 Apr. 2008. On

these departure dates you depart the UK on Friday and return

on Saturday. You spend one night prior and four nights after

your cruise at an African Safari Club hotel.

Breathtaking mountain peaks, exotic flora and fauna, pristine white-sand beaches,

the secrets of the Seychelles are spectacularly revealed on this unforgettable cruise.

Sailing from Mombasa, you will discover Zanzibar’s spice-laden bazaars, the underwater world ofMayotte and the heady scent of Nosy Bé, before cruising north to the shores of The Seychelles.With a night at anchor between Praslin and La Digue, you can really enjoy this naturalist’s paradise.There is time to go in search of Mahé’s giant tortoise before flying back to Mombasa for a fivenight stay in Kenya, the ideal opportunity to take an optional safari adventure.

Secrets of the Seychelles

Mombasa

Zanzibar

Mayotte

ComorosNosy Bé

TheSeychelles

Praslin

MahéLaDigue

Kenya

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Madagascar

The Seychelles

Magic of Mauritius

DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (9 night cruise,5 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 01 Sep. 2008.19 Jan. 2009.

DAY 1: MONDAY


DAY 2: TUESDAY


DAY 3: WEDNESDAY



DAY 5: FRIDAY


DAY 6: SATURDAY

Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0700 hours. Sail at 1700 hours.


DAY 9: TUESDAY

La Réunion, Mascarenes.Arrive at 0700 hours. Sail at 1800 hours.

DAY 10: WEDNESDAY

Mauritius, Mascarenes.Arrive at 0700 hours and stay overnight onboard.

DAYS 11 - 15: THURSDAY – MONDAY

Mauritius, Mascarenes - Mombasa.In the afternoon, fly from Mauritius toMombasa and transfer to an African Safari Clubhotel for a five night stay.

DAY 16: TUESDAY


From the exciting markets and Arab influence of Zanzibar to the spectacular coral

reefs of Mayotte, and the alluring aroma of Nosy Bé, to the French-accented

Mascarenes, this entrancing cruise reveals the rare beauty of the Indian Ocean.

On La Réunion, explore the dramatic interior of forested gorges and awesome craters, before relaxingon the fabulous beaches of neighbouring Mauritius - a heaven of an island. A five night stay inKenya, with the opportunity to take an optional safari in search of lion, elephant and zebra, makesthe perfect end to a truly magical holiday.

La Réunion, the Mascarenes

Zanzibar

Mauritius, the Mascarenes

Mombasa

Zanzibar

Nosy Bé

La RéunionMauritius

Mayotte

TheMascarenes

Comoros

Kenya

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Madagascar



Seychelles Royal

DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (11 night cruise,3 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 07 Jan.*, 14 Apr.*,04 Aug., 06 Oct., 29 Dec. 2008. 13 Apr. 2009.

DAY 1: MONDAY


DAYS 2 & 3: TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Morning arrival and transfer to an African SafariClub hotel for a two night stay.

DAYS 4 - 6: THURSDAY - SATURDAY

Mahé, Seychelles.Transfer to Mombasa airport for your morningflight to Mahé. Embark M.S. Royal Star andstay on board for three nights. Sail at 0600hours on Sunday.

DAY 7: SUNDAY

Praslin/La Digue, Seychelles.Arrive at 0800 hours. Sail at 1800 hours.

DAYS 8 & 9: MONDAY & TUESDAYAt sea.

DAYS 10 & 11: WEDNESDAY &THURSDAY

Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0700 hours. Stay overnight on boardand sail at 1700 hours on Thursday.

DAY 12: FRIDAY


DAY 13: SATURDAYAt sea.

DAY 14: SUNDAY


DAY 15: MONDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Early morning arrival and transfer to an AfricanSafari Club hotel for a one night stay.

DAY 16: TUESDAY


Please note: * 07 Jan. & 14 Apr. 2008. On these departure

dates, on arrival in Mombasa, you transfer to M.S. Royal Star

after lunch at an African Safari Club hotel and have a three

night stay at an African Safari Club hotel after the cruise.

Two glorious days on the island of Mahé and Nosy Bé, where you can see the mischievous lemurs of Nosy Komba, are the

undoubted highlights of this regal cruise.

Whilst on Mahé, you have plenty of time to take a tour of the forested peaks, seek out gecko, giant tortoise and unique orchids in the botanicalgardens and explore stunning coral seascapes. With a further day in The Seychelles, you can visit Praslin’s Vallée de Mai and the sleepy island ofLa Digue. From here you cruise south, breathing in the delicious perfume of ylang-ylang blossoms on little Nosy Bé, marvelling at the thunderingwaterfalls of Mayotte and shopping for souvenirs in a Zanzibar bazaar.


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Mombasa

Zanzibar

Mayotte

ComorosNosy Bé

TheSeychelles

Praslin

MahéLaDigue

Kenya

Madagascar


DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (11 night cruise,3 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 08 Sep. 2008.26 Jan. 2009.

DAY 1: MONDAY




DAYS 4 & 5: THURSDAY & FRIDAY

Mauritius, Mascarenes.Transfer to Mombasa airport for your morningflight to Mauritius. Embark M.S. Royal Star andstay overnight on board. Sail at 1800 hourson Friday.

DAYS 6 & 7: SATURDAY & SUNDAY

La Réunion, Mascarenes.Arrive at 0700 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1700 hours on Sunday.



Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0700 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1700 hours on Thursday.

DAY 12: FRIDAY



DAY 14: SUNDAY


DAY 15: MONDAY


DAY 16: TUESDAY


Enjoy two nights in Kenya before flying to Mauritius to embark M.S. Royal Star,

where every island on this memorable cruise has its own mystery waiting to be

uncovered.

A riot of colour welcomes you to Mauritius where you have ample time to explore breathtakingviolet mountains and wild waterfalls, swim amongst rainbow-hued fish in blue lagoons and savourits unique island culture. On neighbouring La Réunion, you can tour through ancient forest to theactive volcanoes of Piton de la Fournaise, before relaxing from your adventures with two days atsea. Next comes perfumed Nosy Bé, with time for an optional boat trip to see the black lemur oftiny Nosy Komba, before cruising back to Mombasa via the coral island of Mayotte and fascinatingZanzibar.

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Mombasa

Nosy Bé

La RéunionMauritius

Mayotte

TheMascarenes

Comoros

Kenya

Madagascar

Mysteries of the Mascarenes



Zanzibar

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DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (13 night cruise,1 nght hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 05* & 19 Nov. 2007.

DAY 1: MONDAY


DAY 2: TUESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Morning arrival and transfer to M.S. Royal Star.Sail at 1300 hours.

DAYS 3 & 4: WEDNESDAY & THURSDAYAt sea.

DAYS 5 & 6: FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Mahé, Seychelles.Arrive at 0900 hours and stay on board for twonights. Sail at 0600 hours on Sunday.

DAY 7: SUNDAY




Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0700 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1700 hours on Thursday.

DAY 12: FRIDAY



DAY 14: SUNDAY


DAY 15: MONDAY


DAY 16: TUESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya – UK.Transfer to Mombasa airport for your directreturn daytime flight to Gatwick.

Please note: * 05 Nov. 2007. On this departure date you

spend one night at an African Safari Club hotel before sailing

on the cruise, transferring directly to the airport on Day 16 for

your direct return daytime flight to Gatwick.

Five leisurely days at sea gives you the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the cruising life. Relax on deck as you sail

through the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean, bound for The Seychelles.

As you approach the white-sand beaches of Mahé look out for vivid tropical fish amongst the coral and also for brightly feathered birds in the trees.Experience the beauty of a Seychelles sunset as you berth here for two nights before going on to explore dramatic Praslin and La Digue. You cruiseback to Mombasa via the fragrant islands of Nosy Bé, Mayotte and Zanzibar, completing this colourful portrait of a beautiful ocean.

Vallée de Mai, the Seychelles


Mombasa

Zanzibar

Mayotte

ComorosNosy Bé

TheSeychelles

Praslin

MahéLaDigue

Kenya

Madagascar

Portrait of the Seychelles

La Digue, the Seychelles

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Voyage to the Cape

DURATION : 18 NIGHTS (13 night cruise,4 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATE : 18 Jan 2008.

DURATION : 15 NIGHTS (14 night cruise,1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATE : 01 Feb.* 2008.

DAY 1: FRIDAY


DAY 2: SATURDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Morning arrival. Transfer to an African SafariClub hotel for a one night stay.

DAY 3: SUNDAY

Mombasa, Kenya.Transfer to M.S. Royal Star. Sail at 1700 hours.

DAY 4: MONDAY


DAYS 5 – 7: TUESDAY – THURSDAYAt sea.

DAY 8: FRIDAY

Maputo, Mozambique.Arrive at 1300 hours. Sail at 0700 hours onSaturday.


DAY 10: SUNDAY

Durban, South Africa.Arrive at 0700 hours. Sail at 1600 hours.

DAY 11: MONDAY

East London, South Africa.Arrive at 1030 hours. Sail at 1800 hours.

DAY 12: TUESDAY

Port Elizabeth, South Africa.Arrive at 0700 hours. Sail at 1700 hours.

DAY 13: WEDNESDAY

Mossel Bay, South Africa.Arrive at 0700 hours. Sail at 1700 hours.

DAYS 14 & 15: THURSDAY & FRIDAY

Cape Town, South Africa.Arrive at 1200 hours and stay on board fortwo nights.

DAYS 16 - 18: SATURDAY - MONDAY

Cape Town, South Africa –Mombasa, Kenya.Transfer to Cape Town airport for your flight toMombasa. On arrival, transfer to an AfricanSafari Club hotel for a three night stay.

DAY 19: TUESDAY

Mombasa, Kenya – UK.Transfer to Mombasa airport for your directreturn daytime flight to Gatwick

Please note: * 01 Feb. 2008. On this departure date you cruise

only, with no hotel stays in Mombasa. The cruise itinerary

operates in reverse and is for 14 nights with an extra day spent

at sea, transferring directly to the airport on Saturday morning

for your direct return daytime flight to Gatwick.

Itinerary is as follows:

Fri: Fly overnight from Gatwick to Mombasa.

Sat-Mon: On arrival at Mombasa airport, transfer to your

flight to Cape Town. Stay on board M.S. Royal Star for three

nights. Sail at 1300 hours on Monday.

Tue: Mossel Bay. Arrive 0700 hours, sail 1700 hours.

Wed: Port Elizabeth. Arrive 0700 hours, sail 1700 hours.

Thu: East London. Arrive 0700 hours, sail 1200 hours.

Fri: Durban. Arrive 0700 hours, sail 1800 hours.

Sat: At sea.

Sun: Maputo. Arrive 0700 hours, sail 1700 hours.

Mon-Thu: At sea.

Fri: Zanzibar. Arrive 0700 hours, sail 1800 hours.

Sat: Transfer to Mombasa airport for your direct return

daytime flight to Gatwick.

Escape the winter chill and join M.S. Royal Star as she sets sail from Mombasa on a

voyage through the Indian Ocean, bound for the Cape.

You first visit mysterious Zanzibar and Portuguese influenced Maputo, the capital of Mozambique.South Africa reveals an abundance of breathtaking scenery and diverse cultures. With many of thespectacular places of interest lying on or close to the coast, a journey by sea is the ideal way tosavour the highlights of this wonderful country. You finally cruise in to the world-famous city ofCape Town, which lies at the foot of Table Mountain. Here you have time to explore and absorbthe exciting atmosphere of this vibrant city.

Table Mountain, Cape Town


Kenya

MombasaZanzibarTanzania

Maputo

Durban

East LondonCapeTown

Mozambique

Mossel Bay

South Africa

Port Elizabeth

Cape Winelands

DURATION : 22 NIGHTS (18 night cruise,3 nights hotel, 1 night on aircraft)DEPARTURE DATES : 25 Feb.*, 17 Nov. 2008.02 Mar. 2009.

DAY 1: MONDAY




DAYS 4 - 6: THURSDAY - SATURDAY

Mahé, Seychelles.Transfer to Mombasa airport for your morningflight to Mahé. Embark M.S. Royal Star and stayon board for three nights. Sail at 0600 hours onSunday.

DAY 7: SUNDAY




Mauritius, Mascarenes.Arrive at 0800 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1800 hours on Thursday.

DAYS 12 & 13: FRIDAY & SATURDAY

La Réunion, Mascarenes.Arrive at 0700 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1700 hours on Saturday.


DAYS 16 & 17: TUESDAY &WEDNESDAY

Nosy Bé, Madagascar.Arrive at 0700 hours and stay overnight onboard. Sail at 1700 hours on Wednesday.

DAY 18: THURSDAY


DAY 19: FRIDAYAt sea.

DAY 20: SATURDAY


DAY 21: SUNDAY

Mesali, Tanzania.Arrive at 0800 hours. Sail at 1700 hours.

DAY 22: MONDAY


DAY 23: TUESDAY


Please note: * 25 Feb. 2008. On this departure date, on arrival

in Mombasa, you transfer to M.S. Royal Star after lunch at an

African Safari Club hotel and have a three night stay at an

African Safari Club hotel after the cruise.

Discover the Indian Ocean in all its

wondrous variety on this

exceptional winter cruise.

Following two relaxing nights at an AfricanSafari Club hotel in Kenya, you fly to Mahé forthree enchanting days in The Seychelles,epitome of a tropical paradise. Two lazy days atsea bring you to Mauritius, renowned for itsexquisite beaches, blue lagoons and coral reefs.Savour the French flair of neighbouring LaRéunion, an island of dramatic volcanic cratersand gorges, before rounding the coast ofMadagascar to Nosy Bé and Mayotte. Aftervisiting the ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar, your finalport of call is Mesali where you can simplyrelax, snorkel and swim on this tiny atoll,exclusive to African Safari Club.

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Ile aux Cerfs, Mauritius

Indian Ocean Odyssey

Mombasa

Zanzibar

Mayotte

Comoros

Nosy Bé

TheSeychelles

Praslin

Mahé La Digue

La Réunion Mauritius

The Mascarenes

Kenya

Mesali


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THE SEYCHELLES

The fascinating Seychelles are made up of 100 islands

scattered in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Isolated for

thousands of years they have an extraordinary plant and animal

life, many of which are endemic to the area. The tropical waters,

made famous by Jacques Cousteau, are an exotic and beautiful

coral underworld. Each island is unique with the combination of

lush green vegetation surrounded by white sandy beaches.

MAHÉMahé, the largest of The Seychelles boasts no less than sixty eightpowdery white sand beaches surrounded by coral reefs. The abundantvegetation rises through plantations of coconut palms and cinnamon toforested peaks that afford fantastic views of the neighbouring islands.The capital, Victoria, has a number of Creole restaurants, craft shops, artgalleries and a colourful fruit market. At the superb Botanical Gardenshighlights include giant tortoises, an orchid garden and the uniquecoco-de-mer palm from neighbouring Praslin.

Optional ExcursionsMahé - Reef Safari (half day) - £34 (approx.)

A trip in a glass-bottom boat to the St. Anne Marine National Park toview the vivid coral reef with time to feed many colourful fish. You thenvisit a small beautiful island for snorkelling, swimming or simplysunbathing.

Mahé Island (full day) - £48 (approx.)

A tour of the island that includes a visit to the Botanical Gardens,Victoria, the Mission Lodge, a creole lunch followed by a stop at a nearbybeach with time for swimming and then on to a small crafts village.

PRASLINPraslin is the second largest island of The Seychelles and is home to theSeychelles Black Parrot, Blue Pigeon and Bulbul, three of the world’srarest birds. It is perhaps most famous, however, for the indescribablybeautiful Vallée de Mai. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is amagnificent forest of palms and other rare flora and fauna, where theunique double nutted coco-de-mer palm grows in abundance. Beachesare of glorious white sand and dramatic boulders. With its rich diversity,Praslin offers an unforgettable experience.


Your Portsof Call Vallée de Mai, the Seychelles

The Seychelles

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Optional ExcursionsVallée de Mai (half day) - £36 (approx.)

During a one hour nature trail on foot through the world famous Valléede Mai, you have the opportunity to admire a great variety of endemicplants and trees in this tropical forest and have a chance to see theunique coco-de-mer palm. You then drive to the beautiful beach of AnseLazio where you have some free time to swim or just simply relax.

Robinson Crusoe (full day) - £93 (approx.)

You first cruise to the small, unspoilt island of St. Pierre. Time to snorkeland see the many colourful fish, coral formations and sponges thatabound on the reef. You then sail to the protected island of Curieuse. Anunspoilt nature reserve, it is home to hundreds of Aldabra giant tortoises,land and sea birds, the famous coco-de-mer palm, and many species oftropical plants. There is a guided walk around the island. You can thenenjoy a beach barbecue with time to swim and snorkel.

LA DIGUEJust 4km east of Praslin, La Digue is one of the most beautiful islands ofThe Seychelles, and is also considered amongst the most picturesque inthe world. The island remains virtually unspoilt, with transportationmainly by ox-cart or bicycle. Giant naturally sculptured granite boulders,stately green palms, brilliant white sand and the turquoise ocean compriseits idyllic setting. The bird sanctuary is home to some of the fewremaining Paradise Flycatchers, which are endemic to the area.

Optional ExcursionsRobinson Crusoe (full day) - £93 (approx.) See description above.

(If the ship anchors off La Digue, approx £14pp is payable for the return ferry journey to Praslin.)

Or, just simply explore this most beautiful Seychelle island at your leisure.


Mahé, the Seychelles

Botanical Gardens, Mahé

THE COMOROS ISLANDS

The Comoros lie some 500km from the African coast and

comprise four islands. They are the major producer of the

world’s perfume essences, processed from the blossoms of

ylang-ylang, jasmine and orange, hence the name “Les Iles

Parfumées”. The Comoros are also famous for the prehistoric

deep-sea fish known as the coelacanthe, thought to be long

extinct, but discovered earlier last century in these waters.

MAYOTTEThe French island of Mayotte is the oldest and most southerly of theComoros. Encircled by a coral reef forming the world’s largest lagoon,with a spectacular and exotic underwater world, its glorious interior is ofvolcanic peaks, thundering waterfalls, dense jungle and lush plantations.The colonial atmosphere of the capital, Mamoudzou, is distinctly Frenchand here you can sample delicious fresh seafood at a local restaurant oradmire the superb crafts of the Comorean artisans.

Optional Excursions

Southern Island Tour (half day) - £35 (approx.)

You drive along the coast passing through local villages and lush tropicalvegetation before visiting the Vanilla and Ylang-Ylang Museum. Thendrive to the Chirongui Pass for a panoramic view over the Chironguivolcanic mountain, the colourful lagoon of Mayotte and Boueni Bay. Youthen visit the oldest Baobab tree on the island, stop at a local villagebefore arriving at the capital, Mamoudzou.

Snorkelling Trip (half day) - £23 (approx.)

A chance to discover the beautiful underwater world of the lagoon ofMayotte, one of the biggest closed lagoons in the world. After a leisurelycruise you arrive next to the coral reef with time for snorkelling.

Sea Blue Safari (full day) - £90 (approx.)

A speedboat takes you to the famous Passe en S. area for snorkelling –one of the most beautiful coral reefs on Mayotte (tide and weatherpermitting). You then visit ‘Islot de sable blanche’ where coral and shellscreate the effect of pure white sand on the island. You finally visit thesecluded beach of Sasilé, when you can enjoy a beach barbecue.

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Your Portsof Call Mayotte, the Comoros


ANJOUANAnjouan, the ‘Scented Isle’ is the most densely populated island in thearchipelago. Not only is the Arab influence most in evidence here, its deepvalleys, waterfalls, profusion of lakes and well-tended plantations make theisland unforgettable.

Optional Excursions

Island Tour (half day) - £24 (approx.)

You stop at the Col de Patsi viewpoint to look up to the highestmountain on the island, N’bingui (1595m), before arriving at the formercapital Domani. You visit the mausoleum and have time for a walk aroundthe town. You then drive to the capital Moutsamoudou and visit theCitadel which was built in 1831 with British funds to protect the city fromattacks by pirates.

MADAGASCAR

Madagascar is the worlds fourth largest island and has a

unique diversity of plant and animal life, including some

3,000 species of beetles, ferns and flowers. Many species of

lemur, mongoose and civets, and 23 species of tenrec are found

here, along with a similarly unique variety of reptiles and

amphibians. It has been said that four out of five species of

plant and animal life are unique to the island.

NOSY BÉThis ‘Perfumed Isle’ is home to vanilla, sugar and pepper plantations andis fringed by miles of white sand beaches. It’s little capital, Hellville, hasmany boutiques and interesting tourist shops. From here you can headinto the countryside, enjoying magnificent views of the island’s deep-bluecrater lakes from the peak of Mt. Passot or take a trip to the nearby islandof Nosy Komba. This lovely island plays host to a colony of black lemur.

Optional ExcursionsNosy Komba (half day) - £29 (approx.)

Enjoy a visit to the lemur reserve on this small volcanic island, followed bytime for swimming, sunbathing or shopping for souvenirs.

Nosy Bé Island Tour (full day) - £39 (approx.)

Explore the harbour town of Hellville, followed by a drive past sugar caneplantations, rice and ylang-ylang fields. You then visit a ylang-ylangdistillery. Before a Malagasy buffet lunch at a hotel you will stop at atypical Malagasy village. After lunch you can relax and enjoy the facilities

of the hotel.

Lokobe Adventure Tour (full day) - £39 (approx.)

Starting from Hellville, you first drive to a small village and then paddle(approx 45 minutes) in a pirogue (traditional canoe) along the coast. Youcontinue on foot (approx 11/2 hours) through the nature reserve, followedby lunch on the beach. In the afternoon there is time to explore the localvillage. Your day ends with a return trip in the pirogue, with time formore souvenir shopping in Hellville.

Nosy Komba/Nosy Tanikely (full day) - £37 (approx.)

After a visit to the lemur reserve on Nosy Komba, continue your day witha boat trip to the uninhabited island of Nosy Tanikely, a marine naturereserve and one of the most beautiful snorkelling areas of Madagascar.Enjoy a Malagasy barbecue lunch on the beach.

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Nosy Tanikely, Madagascar

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MADAGASCAR (cont.)

ANTSIRANANA (DIEGO SUAREZ)This town is also known as Diego Suarez after the Portuguese explorerwho came here in 1543. Situated in the extreme north of the island, it isset on a promontory jutting into a large bay and is considered to be oneof the world’s finest natural harbours. Close by is the Amber MountainNational Park with its waterfalls, crater lakes, botanical trails and it is alsoa haven for wildlife. In the town there is a daily colourful market, craftshops and a British cemetery for those who lost their lives in the 1942amphibious invasion by the Allies to the west of town called OperationIronclad. Within easy reach are white sand beaches where you can swim,snorkel or simply relax.

City Tour (half day) - £26 (approx.

On this tour highlights include a visit to the British Cemetery, the Statueof Joffre, a French General known for his brilliant war strategies, the‘Sugar Loaf’ viewpoint and then you have time to walk around the busylocal market.

Amber Mountain National Park (full day) - £52 (approx.

You first drive to Joffreville, with its typical Creole houses, before arrivingat the ‘Montagne d’Ambre’ National Park. A spectacular volcanic massif,it has lush forests, spectacular waterfalls, crater lakes, unique flora andfauna and an abundance of wildlife that includes seven species of lemur.Enjoy a two hour guided nature walk stopping at the viewpoint ofGrande Cascade which plunges 80 metres into a forest grotto. In theafternoon you drive to the ‘Sugar Loaf’ viewpoint before returning totown with time to visit the local market. Lunch is included.

MAHAJANGASituated on the north-west coast at the mouth of the islands largest river,the Betsiboka, the town’s name comes from Swahili meaning ‘Town ofFlowers’, aptly named due to its many colourful plants and floweringbougainvillea. Despite its shallow harbour, it is one of the islands chiefports. You will find interesting colonial buildings, mosques and churches,a museum, a 700 year old baobab tree and the remains of a 19th centuryfort. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the promenade or visit one of thenearby beaches.

Antsanitia (half day) - £31 (approx.

You drive north and have time to relax at the modern, beach-frontAntsanitia Resort Hotel which is situated on the estuary of the Morirariver.

TANZANIAN ISLANDS

Close to the shores of Tanzania lie some exotic and beautiful

islands, far removed from the humdrum of mainland life.

ZANZIBARThe ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar is blessed with glorious beaches, coral reefsand fragrant clove plantations. You can stroll through the winding streetsof the capital, Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Arabicbuildings are graced with intricately carved doors, and admire the ruins ofthe Sultan’s Palace built with the riches of the spice, ivory and slavetrades. You may like to head out of town to see a little more of thisscenic island or perhaps spend time at a spice plantation.

Optional ExcursionsOld Stone Town and Spice Farm (half day) - £32 (approx.)

A chance to get a real flavour of this fascinating island. Included in yourtour will be a visit to a traditional market, the Anglican Cathedral, OldStone Town, the House of Wonders and the Sultan’s Palace, followed by adrive to a typical spice plantation.

Panorama Tour (half day) - £31 (approx.)

You first visit the ruins of the Mahurubi Palace and then observe the localcraftsmen who build and repair the traditional dhow boats. After a visit toa local woodcarving workshop you drive through the countryside of theKiboje area with its villages and plantations. A stop is made at a coprafactory before arriving at Chuini Beach where refreshments are served.

Blue Safari (full day) - £52 (approx.)

You first visit Old Stone Town to see its most popular landmarks and thenboard a traditional dhow boat. Relax on board as you sail to yoursnorkelling destination, a pure white sand bank, comprising coral andshells, surrounded by a coral reef. Marvel at the many varieties of tropicalfish and colourful corals. After a beach barbecue, you have more time torelax in this unique setting.

MESALIThe palm-fringed slopes and glorious white sand beaches of the tinyMesali atoll rise from the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean evokingimages of Robinson Crusoe’s desert island. Exclusive to African SafariClub, this really is the epitome of a tropical island paradise. It is a quietplace, far away from everyday life, where you can walk barefoot throughthe sands, enjoy the delights of a beach barbecue, swim or paddle in thewarm shallows or spend time snorkelling around the beautiful coralformations. Dolphin, tuna, sailfish, giant Napoleon wrasse and manta areall frequent visitors here and you may well be lucky enough to spot a few.

Your Portsof Call


Zanzibar

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Zanzibar

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THE MASCARENES

These islands lie some 800km east of Madagascar in the

Tropic of Capricorn. The islands of Mauritius, La Réunion

and Rodrigues form the Mascarene archipelago, the remains of

an ancient land mass which once united Asia and Africa. Marvel

at the remarkable flora and fauna unique to the Mascarenes

and, although many species, including the dodo, have since

become extinct, some indigenous birds and reptiles can still be

found here. The surrounding waters are also home to the blue,

black and striped Marlin, among the most powerful fish in the

Indian Ocean.

MAURITIUSMark Twain was once moved to exclaim that God modelled heaven onMauritius. Uninhabited until the 17th century, today it is a thriving islandof diverse cultures - African, Indian, Chinese and European - a uniqueracial harmony. The island’s ever changing scenery belies its small area.Lofty forested mountain peaks overlook undulating fields of sugar cane,all encompassed by fantastic coastal scenery of powdery white sandbeaches and spectacular blue lagoons, rich in marine life. In Port Louis,the Pamplemousse Royal Botanical Gardens are noted for 60 differenttypes of palms, including the enormous Talipot Palm, which flowers onlyonce in 100 years and then dies.

Optional ExcursionsNorthern Impressions (half day) - £31 (approx.)

Included on this tour are the famous Pamplemousse Royal BotanicalGardens with its huge range of flora, the famous model boat factory of‘Historic Marine’ to see traditional boat building at first hand, and CapMalheureux with it’s magnificent views over northern Mauritius.

Ile aux Cerfs (full day) - £43 (approx.)

This idyllic island, with its beautiful white sand beaches, is the perfectplace to relax, take a cooling swim and enjoy a typical creole lunch.

Southern Island (full day) - £49 (approx.)

After visiting the capital, Port Louis and the restored colonial villa ofEureka, you drive to the ‘Terre de Couleurs de Chamarel’ to witness ageological phenomenon as the earth glows in different colours. You alsovisit the breathtaking waterfall of ‘Riviere du Cap’, which falls 90 metresand after a creole lunch at Domain de St. Denis, you drive to the lake atGrand Bassin and then on to Curepipe to view Trou aux Cerfs, an extinctvolcanic crater, with its magnificent views.

LA RÉUNIONThe largest of the Mascarenes, La Réunion is an island of densevegetation with many ancient forest species and environments survivingto the present day. Although it has a number of superb beaches, it is theisland’s exotic interior that most fascinates the visitor with its dramaticmountains, wide craters, deep gorges and an active volcano.

Your Portsof Call Pamplemousse Royal Botanical Gardens, Mauritius


Mauritius

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Optional ExcursionsThe West Coast (half day) - £31 (approx.)

You drive towards St Paul, the former capital and second largestsettlement on the island. A stop is then made for refreshments at St Gillesles Bains, the premier beach resort on the island. After a visit to theislands Aquarium a short stop is made at Roches Noires, another popularbeach area, before returning to St Paul where you visit the SailorCemetery. The poet Leconte de Lisle and the pirate Olivier ‘La Buse’Levasseur (The Buzzard) are buried here.

Piton Maido (half day) - £31 (approx.)

A chance to enjoy some of the best views of La Réunion as you travel tothe Cirque de Mafate crater. At the 2204m viewpoint, you look down intothe crater which contains three villages, the most isolated on the island.You return by the same route via the village of La Petite France, whereyou will visit a geranium oil distillery.

Piton de la Fournaise (full day) - £49 (approx.)

A drive south takes you to Nez de Boeuf with its spectacular views, beforeyou make your way to the volcanic crater of Pas de Bellcombe where, at2077m, you look down into the active Piton de la Fournaise volcano.Enjoy a typical creole lunch in one of the villages at the base of thevolcano.

Cirque de Salazie (full day) - £45 (approx.)

Get a flavour of old colonial days with this trip that includes a visit toSt Denis, the capital, followed by an exploration of La Réunion’s lushinterior as you make your way to Salazie, the agricultural centre of theisland. Lunch is taken at Hellbourg before returning to St Denis.

SOUTH AFRICA

Sometimes known as the ‘Rainbow Nation' for its fascinating

mix of peoples and cultures, it offers spectacular scenery

from rugged mountain ranges, lush forests, arid deserts and

sandy beaches.

DURBANDurban is South Africa’s third largest city and is one of Africa’s busiestports. High-rise buildings lie next to Indian bazaars with Africantownships close by. The Golden Mile is where most of the major touristattractions and beaches can be found. Other places to visit are the LocalHistory Museum, the Maritime Museum, and the Botanic Gardens with itssplendid orchid hot-house. Inland is the mountain area of Drakensberg -a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with tumbling waterfalls, lush forests,sky-high peaks and traditional Zulu villages.

Optional ExcursionsCity Tour (half day) - £41 (approx.)

See the main sights of the city which include the City Hall, the JumaMosque, The Post Office, one of Durban’s most impressive colonialbuildings, and visit a popular Indian market which sells everything fromfruit to African masks. Finally, you visit U-Shaka Marine World to see thedolphin show.

Valley of 1000 Hills (half day) - £43 (approx.)

You drive through the suburbs of Kloof and Botha’s Hill to Phe Zulucultural village in the valley of 1000 Hills, and admire the stunning viewsen route. Here, you will be given an insight in to the culture and heritageof the Zulu nation and be entertained by zulu dancers. You also have thepossibility to consult a ‘sangoma’ (witch-doctor) and visit a snake andcrocodile farm.


Table Mountain, Cape Town

Cape Town


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SOUTH AFRICA (cont.)

EAST LONDONEast London is South Africa's only river port and lies in a shelteredharbour at the mouth of the Buffalo River. The East London Museumhouses the most famous fish in the world - the coelacanthe - which wasdiscovered off the coast of East London in 1938, and also the only knowndodo egg in the world.

Optional Excursions

City Tour (half day) - £34 (approx.)

Admire many of the city’s quaint buildings which date back to the 19thcentury and visit the historical sights of this city including the EastLondon Museum and City Hall with its monument to Steve Biko.

Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve (full day) - £57 (approx.)

Experience a taste of Africa’s wildlife with a game drive in this reserve,just a 30 minute drive from East London.

PORT ELIZABETHPort Elizabeth, set along the shores of Algoa Bay, is a gateway to theGarden Route, the lush coastal area that stretches towards Cape Town.You will find sweeping promenades, attractive Victorian houses, andseveral parks boasting beautiful flora and fauna. One of its manyhistorical attractions is the 5km Donkin Heritage Trail where you canfollow in the footsteps of the early settlers and visit 47 historical sights.


Get to know this ‘friendly city’. Highlights include City Hall, St. Mary’s andSt. Augustines Cathedrals, The Donkin Reserve, The Museum and FortFrederick which was built in 1799.

Addo Elephant Park (full day) - £76 (approx.)

Some 75km north of the city, Addo National Park has a unique place inthe story to conserve the African elephant. Spend the day game-viewingin this conservation area. Over 150 different bird species and approx.600 plant species have been recorded here. Lunch is included.

MOSSEL BAYMossel Bay, one of the most historical towns in South Africa has manymuseums, the prime one being the Bartolomeu Dias Museum complex. Hewas the first European to touch South African soil in 1488. Here you willfind the famous ‘Post Office Tree’ which is over 500 years old and anational monument. In the town are a good selection of shops, cafés,bars and restaurants.

Optional Excursions


You visit the Diaz Museum Complex, where you can send a letter fromAfrica’s oldest post box. Continue to The Point and the Cape St. BlaizeLighthouse which has magnificent views across the bay.

Oudtshoorn and Cango Caves (full day) - £79 (approx.)

Drive via the Robinson Pass to the semi-desert region of the ‘Little Karoo’,the centre of ostrich breeding in South Africa. Your first stop is at theCango Caves, the largest in South Africa and then visit an ostrich farm.Enjoy a traditional lunch, including some ostrich dishes.

CAPE TOWNCape Town is the highlight of any holiday to South Africa. One of themost beautiful cities in the world, it nestles at the foot of imposing TableMountain and is fringed by both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. TheVictoria & Alfred Waterfront, originally a working port, has been re-developed and now boasts hotels, cafés, first-rate restaurants andexclusive shops. The highlight of any visit is surely a cable car up to thetop of Table Mountain (weather permitting) with its spectacular views outto the haunting prison on Robben Island where Nelson Mandela wasimprisoned. Not to be missed is the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, theCape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Boulders Beach, famous for itscolony of Jackass penguins. Also within easy reach are the CapeWinelands where you can sample the excellent wines of the region. Orsimply relax on the magnificent beaches at Clifton and Camps Bay.

Your Portsof Call Cango Caves, Mossel Bay

The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town

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Optional Excursions

City Tour and Table Mountain (half day) - £43 (approx.)

You ascend Table Mountain by cable car (weather permitting). At1067 metres, enjoy amazing views of the city, Robben Island and theCape Peninsula. You also see such sights as the Museum, City Hall, the‘Old Castle’, the ‘Company’s Gardens’ and the historic Malay quarter.

Winelands Tour (full day) - £66 (approx.)

Admire the beauty of the countryside as you drive to the historicuniversity town of Stellenbosch, the centre of the Winelands and theoldest town of the region. You continue to the picturesque town ofFranschhoek and after lunch, you visit Paarl, famed for its red wines.There will be time to sample the excellent wines of the region.

Cape Point and Peninsula Tour (full day) - £69 (approx.)

You travel along the Atlantic coastline to the fishing village of Hout Bayand then cross the mountain via Chapman’s Peak Drive to the world-renowned Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve at Cape Point. Youcontinue along the False Bay coastline to Simonstown where the SouthAfrican Navy headquarters are located. You also visit the penguin colonyat Boulders Beach. Lunch is included.

MOZAMBIQUE

MAPUTOMaputo (formerly Lourenco Marques) is located near the very southerntip of the country. Renowned for its colonial Portuguese architecture, ithas wide avenues, colourful markets, cafés, bars and restaurants.Maputo’s most important landmark is its old Portuguese fortress whichwas built in 1787. Other places of interest are the impressive CentralRailway Station (designed by Eiffel who gave us the famous tower), andthe Botanical Gardens.

Optional Excursions


You will stop at the Fortress, central market, the Central Railway Stationand the Nucleu do Arte (artists’ studio). A stop will also be made at theNational History Museum (entrance fee not included – approx US$2 perperson). You will also drive past the Botanical Gardens, the House ofSteel (also designed by Eiffel) and the old torture prison.

Some excursions involve walking over rough terrain, climbing in and out of high vehicles or arriving by speed boat or motorised dhow. Some excursions also operate in choppy sea conditions.You should speak to the Tourist Office on board or in your hotel prior to booking your excursions if you have any concerns, or if you have any medical condition that may prevent you from

participating. Take special care when embarking and disembarking tenders for shore excursions.

Please note: Excursions at all ports of call can only be booked on board M.S. Royal Star.We try our best to keep to these published excursions and relevant itineraries, but we reserve the right to vary them as may be necessary from time to time.

All prices are subject to change.


La Digue, The Seychelles

˚C mm ˚C mm ˚C mm ˚C mm ˚C mm ˚C mm ˚C mm

Jan 27 15.2 27 N/A 27 251.5 26 152.4 27 33.0 27 N/A 26 88.9

Feb 27 15.2 27 N/A 27 246.4 26 134.6 27 15.2 27 N/A 27 55.9

Mar 27 20.3 28 195.6 27 215.9 26 99.1 28 55.9 27 167.6 27 152.4

Apr 24 40.6 28 68.6 26 221.0 23 50.8 28 154.9 27 177.8 26 N/A

May 22 68.6 28 7.6 26 147.3 21 27.9 26 236.2 25 124.5 24 N/A

Jun 20 94.0 27 0.0 25 101.6 20 17.8 25 88.9 24 63.5 23 68.6

Jul 19 83.8 26 2.5 25 114.3 19 15.2 24 71.1 23 81.3 22 48.3

Aug 21 76.2 26 2.5 24 88.9 20 12.7 25 68.6 23 96.5 22 48.3

Sep 22 40.6 27 2.5 26 61.0 22 30.5 26 66.0 24 121.9 22 50.8

Oct 23 2.5 27 20.3 26 66.0 22 50.8 27 104.1 25 205.7 23 96.5

Nov 24 0.0 27 119.4 26 88.9 25 78.7 28 104.1 26 215.9 24 226.1

Dec 27 17.8 27 N/A 27 190.5 26 94.0 28 76.2 27 N/A 26 193.0

Cape Town Comoros Mascarenes Maputo Mombasa Seychelles Zanzibar

CLIMATE INFORMATIONAVERAGE DAILY TEMPERATURE (˚C) AND AVERAGE MONTHLY RAINFALL (MM)

These figures are given as a guide only and no responsibility can be taken for any errors or omissions.Sources: www.weather.com & www.climate-zone.com. N/A means no data was available at time of going to press.

Maputo, Mozambique

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African SafariClub Hotels

MOST OF OUR ITINERARIESINCLUDE A STAY IN KENYA ATONE OF AFRICAN SAFARI CLUB’SHOTELS. FOR HOLIDAYS THATINCORPORATE A HOTEL STAYEITHER BEFORE OR AFTER YOURCRUISE, YOUR HOTEL WILL BEALLOCATED ON ARRIVAL INKENYA AND EXAMPLES AREFEATURED OVER THE NEXTFOUR PAGES.

YOUR ACCOMMODATION34 bedrooms are housed in three separate twostorey buildings or bungalows, all of which havethe added attraction of a separate seating area.They are spacious and all have twin beds, aprivate shower and wc, and a balcony or terracewith table and chairs. The two storey buildingshave air-conditioning and the bungalows haveceiling fans. Whether you are travelling as acouple or just two friends together, but wouldlike your own privacy, you can choose to stay inone of the 16 small, simply furnished rooms withceiling fans, situated on one level. Through theporch entrance, two separate doors each lead toa bedroom with a private shower and wc. In allbedrooms there is a 13-amp power point and asafe for which a small charge is made. Pleasenote that there are no lifts.

WINING AND DININGAt the Kasr al Bahar meals are taken in therestaurant which is decorated in keeping with thehotel’s Arabic theme. A hot and cold buffetbreakfast is offered. Lunch and dinner, includingsome local dishes, are served from a table d’hotemenu. Alternatively, lunch may be taken at the

Flamingo Beach Hotel. Afternoon tea is alsoserved daily, for a small charge. For that specialoccasion, you can dine al fresco in the hotel’s‘Al Dabhra’ à la carte restaurant, which overlooksMtwapa Creek and is well-renowned for its fineinternational cuisine. During the day, enjoy arefreshing drink at the pool bar or enjoy apre-dinner cocktail in the main restaurant bar.

FACILITIES AND ENTERTAINMENTWalking through well-tended gardens you willfind the hotel’s swimming pool, pool-bar and sunterrace which provide a quiet location in which toenjoy the sunshine. Sun beds are available, for asmall charge (approximately £1 per person perday). Please note that pool towels are notprovided. Down several flights of steep steps (notrecommended for those with walking difficulties),you reach the hotel’s small jetty. Within the hotel’sgrounds on Mtwapa Creek, you will find a largeman-made lagoon. The surrounding area has awell-tended garden with sunbeds, for which asmall charge is made (approximately £1 per personper day) and a bar for those refreshing drinks andsnacks during the day.

Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage (payablelocally) or should you feel energetic you can playboules and mini-golf. You can also relax on thebeach, swim in the sea and enjoy the manyfacilities offered at the nearby Flamingo BeachHotel on Shanzu Beach. Each morning a free boatservice operates from the hotel’s jetty to ASC’sMarina and then a short bus ride takes you to theFlamingo Beach Hotel with the transfer operatingin reverse in the late afternoon.

Evening entertainment at the hotel comprisesmusic and dancing one evening each week.There is also a wider choice of popular eveningentertainment at our Shanzu Holiday Resort.Transport is available (on request) to and fromour hotels on Shanzu Beach for those who havebooked a Gourmet Pass. For those without aGourmet Pass, taxis can be arranged with costspayable locally.

RATING :LOCATION : MTWAPATRANSFER : 30 minutes (approx.)

from Mombasa Airport

Kasr al BaharHotel

All guests receive acomplimentary glass oflocal wine, beer or waterat lunch and dinner.

If you are looking for total relaxation

then the Kasr al Bahar, with its

distinctive Arab architecture, could be

just the hotel for you. Situated on

tranquil Mtwapa Creek, 15km north of

Mombasa and just 3km from Shanzu

Beach, the Kasr al Bahar Hotel offers the

ideal holiday combination of a small,

intimate hotel with the facilities of a

large hotel complex just a short ride

away.

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YOUR ACCOMMODATIONThis hotel comprises several 2 and 3 storeybuildings and has 330 rooms which are situatedaround the swimming pools and gardens.

The air-conditioned bedrooms are simplyfurnished, bright and spacious with twin beds,a private shower and wc, and a balcony or patiowith a table and chairs. There is a 13-amp powerpoint and a safe, for which a small charge ismade. All overlook the gardens or swimmingpool areas. Please note that there are no lifts.

Suites are available and benefit from a bathroomwith a private shower and wc, a separate loungewith a fridge and a large balcony complete withsun loungers. For supplements, please refer to page 46.

WINING AND DININGThe two cool and airy restaurants are built intraditional Makuti style with a thatched roofcreating a distinct character and ambience. Abuffet style continental breakfast is offered.Varied hot and cold dishes are served at lunch,buffet style. Dinner will be served from either abuffet or table d’hôte menu. For that specialtreat Le Gourmet à la carte restaurant offers finecuisine at realistic prices. Please note that accessto this restaurant and one other is reached via anumber of steps. Drinks and snacks can bepurchased at the cafeteria throughout the dayand until early evening.

FACILITIES AND ENTERTAINMENTThere are two swimming pools with large sunbathing terraces, one has a sunken pool bar,and being situated on Shanzu Beach with its11/2 km long stretch of white sand, swimmingopportunities are unlimited.

Our friendly and outgoing staff will organiseimpromptu games such as water polo, aquaaerobics, football and volleyball matches whichall add to the fun. Tennis and table tennis arealso available, for a small charge.

For the less energetic you can simply relaxaround the pool on a sun bed, for which a smallcharge is made (approximately £1 per person perday). Please note that pool towels are notprovided.

There are three bars and on most evenings therewill be entertainment within the ShanzuHoliday Resort (which also includes open airdiscos and parties) or at least at one of theother ASC hotels on Shanzu Beach. Guests arefree to use all facilities at the hotels in the ShanzuHoliday Resort.

You can browse around the Shanzu HolidayMarket which has a selection of shops and aBazaar offering a wide selection of local crafts.For your peace of mind, you will also find adoctors surgery. A cafeteria also offers colddrinks and ice creams at reasonable prices. TheShow Palace provides occasional eveningentertainment (see page 37). For those who likea flutter, a visit to the Twin Star Casino wouldnot go amiss, while the adjacent Lion King Clubfeatures regular music and dancing.

Situated on glorious Shanzu Beach,

18km north of Mombasa, this hotel

is situated within the same grounds as

the Coral Beach and Palm Beach Hotels

and forms part of the popular Shanzu

Holiday Resort. It offers an excellent

value fun-filled holiday with a range of

sports facilities in a relaxing and

peaceful location. Stroll past tended

lawns and shady coconut palms, down

the steps to the beach where glittering

white sands slope gently into the Indian

Ocean.

Shanzu-ParadiseBeach Hotel

RATING :LOCATION : SHANZU BEACHTRANSFER : 30 minutes (approx.)


DELUXE PACKAGE AND GOURMET PASSMAKE YOUR STAY AT THE KASR AL BAHAR AND SHANZU-PARADISE BEACH HOTELS A LITTLE MORE SPECIAL BYUPGRADING TO OUR DELUXE PACKAGE.

Treat yourself to a:� A special return transfer (with other Deluxe Package guests) betweenMombasa airport and your hotel.

� Complimentary sun beds.� A complimentary beach towel per guest.

PLUS... OUR GOURMET PASS PROVIDES:� Dinner at any of our à la carte restaurants.

SEE PAGE 36 FOR MORE DETAILS

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YOUR ACCOMMODATIONThe 107 air-conditioned bedrooms are housed in

seven separate two storey buildings. Most have

wonderful views over the gardens and Indian

Ocean, although views of the sea can be

interrupted by the lush foliage. All have twin

beds, a private shower and wc, a terrace or

balcony with a table and chairs, and an internal

telephone. There is a 13-amp power point and a

safe, for which a small charge is made. Please

note that there are no lifts.

Suites in the hotel benefit from a bathroom withbath, shower and wc and a separate lounge areawith a fridge. The gardens and ocean beyondcan be seen from the large balcony, completewith sun loungers, although views are partiallyobscured by the foliage

For supplements, please refer to page 46.

WINING AND DININGThe main restaurant overlooks the pool andbeach beyond. A hot and cold buffet breakfast isoffered. Lunch and dinner are served from eithera buffet or table d’hote menu. Afternoon tea isserved around the pool's terrace area for a smallcharge. The hotel also has two à la carte

restaurants which offer a good selection ofcuisine at affordable prices; the Watamu Grillwhich specialises in local seafood dishes andgrills or savour the ambience of Italy in thePiccolino restaurant.

During the day, the pool bar can keep yourefreshed as you relax in the sun, while therestful, air-conditioned Safari Bar is an excellentvenue for that pre-dinner drink with new foundfriends.

FACILITIES AND ENTERTAINMENTThe hotel's swimming pool, sun terrace and poolbar are just a few metres away from the whitesandy beach, perfect for relaxing days in the sun.Sun beds, both around the pool and on thebeach are available, for a small charge(approximately £1 per person per day). For asmall supplement, payable locally, you canreserve your own sunbeds (two) and parasol onthe beach. Please note that pool towels are notprovided. There is also a small shop for yoursouvenirs.

There is occasional entertainment at night.Guests are also invited to use the facilities andenjoy the popular entertainment at our ShanzuHoliday Resort, to which a complimentaryshuttle bus service operates in the evening.

Asweeping drive amidst lush tropical gardens leads you to the welcoming and

friendly Dolphin Hotel, which enjoys an enviable position right on palm-fringed

Shanzu Beach, 20km north of Mombasa. From the elevated reception area, steps lead

down to the restaurant, bar and shady terrace. Another flight of steps takes you down

to the pool, sun terrace and pool bar, which are floodlit at night. Owing to these

flights of steps, this hotel is not recommended for people with walking difficulties.



Dolphin Hotel

DELUXE PACKAGE AND GOURMET PASSMAKE YOUR STAY AT THE DOLPHIN & FLAMINGO BEACH HOTELSA LITTLE MORE SPECIAL BY UPGRADING TO OUR DELUXEPACKAGE.

Treat yourself to a:� A special return transfer (with other Deluxe Package guests) betweenMombasa airport and your hotel.

� Complimentary sun beds.� A complimentary beach towel per guest.

PLUS... OUR GOURMET PASS PROVIDES:� Dinner at any of our à la carte restaurants.

SEE PAGE 36 FOR MORE DETAILS

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YOUR ACCOMMODATIONThe 138 air-conditioned bedrooms are housed insix separate four storey buildings surroundingthe huge lagoon shaped swimming pool andpalm shaded gardens. All rooms have a privateshower and wc, a terrace or balcony with a tableand chairs and most are sea facing although theviews are often interrupted by the lush foliage.They are spacious and simply furnished with twinbeds, internal telephone, a 13-amp power pointand a safe, for which a small charge is made.Please note that there are no lifts.

Superior rooms are larger than the standard rooms,have an extended balcony and generally occupy acorner position of the buildings.

Most suites are situated on the top floor of thebuildings. They benefit from a separate lounge,fridge, bath and large balcony complete with sunloungers. For supplements, please refer to page 46.

WINING AND DININGMake new friends at a shared table in thespacious restaurant, which overlooks the gardensand main swimming pool. Enjoy hot and coldbuffets at breakfast and lunch which includesome local dishes, refreshing salads and an arrayof fruits, gateaux and sweets. A table d’hotemenu is offered at dinner. For a small charge,afternoon tea adds an extra touch of eleganceand for that special occasion the Blue Lagoonà la carte restaurant, with its intimate and romanticatmosphere, serves some of Kenya’s finest fishcuisine, which often includes lobster dishes, atreasonable prices. The pool bar is the main focalpoint for socialising during the day and, onoccasions, evenings too. For a quiet aperitif beforedinner, the piano bar is very popular. Drinks andsnacks can be purchased at the hotel’s cafeteriathroughout the day and until early evening.

FACILITIES AND ENTERTAINMENTThe hotel boasts a huge lagoon shaped swimmingpool, one of the largest of any hotel in Kenya, andfeatures an attractive waterfall and island.Impromptu games and activities are arranged in

the pool and around the broad sun terraces.

Sun beds, for which a small charge is made(approximately £1 per person per day), arescattered around the gardens, beside the pooland on the beach. For a small supplement,payable locally, you can reserve your ownsunbeds (two) and parasol on the beach. Pleasenote that pool towels are not provided. A muchsmaller pool, complete with sun beds, issituated on the upper terrace.

Other facilities include four floodlit tenniscourts (payable locally) plus two shops whereyou will find a selection of gifts and souvenirs.

There is occasional entertainment at night.Guests are also invited to use the facilities andenjoy the popular entertainment at our ShanzuHoliday Resort, to which a complimentaryshuttle bus service operates in the evening.

FlamingoBeach Hotel

SEE MORE OF KENYAYou can see more of Kenya’s astoundinglandscapes and incredible wildlife byextending your holiday by a week or more, ifyou so wish. Our special package includes fivenights at our elegant Flamingo Beach Hotel,plus a two night safari by air to the awe-inspiring Masai Mara game reserve - a savingof £119 per person.

Please refer to pages 41 and 46 for further details and

prices.

The elegant and serene Flamingo

Beach Hotel is situated on idyllic

palm fringed, white-sand Shanzu Beach,

20km north of Mombasa. African Safari

Club’s leading hotel is set amidst acres

of lush tropical gardens. From the main

building, housing the ornate reception

area, lounge, piano bar and restaurant,

the grounds slope down to the balmy

waters of the Indian Ocean with the

coral reef beyond. Truly a picturesque

and tranquil setting but not ideal for

people with walking difficulties owing

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DELUXE PACKAGEAfter an overnight flight from the UK, enjoy a special transfer (with otherDeluxe Package guests) to your hotel. The added benefit of this service isthat your luggage goes with you to the hotel, so you can quickly changein to your swimwear for that first cooling dip in the Indian Ocean or yourhotel pool. During your hotel stay, complimentary sun beds and one beachtowel per guest are also included. For your return flight to the UK, you canlinger a little longer in bed as you will depart later from your hotel thanthe other guests, and again, keeping your luggage with you whilsttravelling to Mombasa airport. For supplements, please refer to page 46.

RESERVE YOUR SUN BEDSIf you are staying at the Flamingo Beach, Dolphin or Vasco da GamaHotels, so that you do not have to worry every day about finding a sunbed on which to relax, you can reserve two sun beds and a parasol on yourown section of the beach which is directly in front of the Flamingo Beachand Dolphin Hotels. You also have your own ‘flag service’ for when youwant to order that refreshing drink from your friendly waiter. This facilitycan only be booked for the entire duration of your hotel stay.


GOURMET PASSExperience the delightsof dining with ourGourmet Pass whichgives you the flexibilityto have dinner at any ofour six à la carterestaurants during yourstay. Enjoy a 4 coursemenu with a starter,soup, main course anddessert. Drinks are notincluded.

A menu from the Watamu Grill restaurant at the Dolphin Hotelmight include, for example:

Starter• Carpaccio of smoked sail fish with a honey-soy dip.• Marinated slices of beef fillet in balsamic vinegar served withchilli peppers and grated parmigiano.

Soup• Beef consommé with vegetables and lime.• Lobster Bisque with King Prawns.

Main Course• Chateaubriand -beef fillet withbéarnaise sauce,seasonal vegetablesand french fries.

• Rock Lobster -grilled, poached,pan-fried or spicy,whichever you prefer.

• Seafood Varieté -seafood platterincluding lobster,prawns and squid.

Dessert• Crêpes Alex, flambéed pancakes with pineapple and mango.• Tiramisu with amaretto perfumed biscuits and cocoa.


Our Gourmet Pass allows you to havedinner at any of the following

restaurants:

Blue Lagoon – Flamingo Beach Hotel

Watamu Grill – Dolphin Hotel

Piccolino Restaurant – Dolphin Hotel

Le Gourmet – Shanzu-ParadiseBeach Hotel

Al Dahbra – Kasr al Bahar Hotel

Seaview Terrace – Vasco da Gama Hotel

Deluxe Packageand Gourmet Pass

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Excursions

MOMBASA TOUR (half day) - £11 (approx.)

You first visit the famous ‘Tusks’ which form an‘M’ for Mombasa, then experience the sight andsounds of the local market before walkingthrough the old town – a labyrinth of narrowstreets, mosques and old buildings dominated byits Arabic influence. After seeing the old dhowharbour you arrive at Fort Jesus, a Portuguesefortress built in 1593 which is now a museum(entry fee payable locally - approx. £6 perperson).

MALINDI/WATAMU(full day) - £32 (approx.)

You drive northwards passing through localvillages, sisal plantations, banana and mangogroves before arriving at Malindi. Once a small

fishing village, it is now a bustling town withcolourful markets and local bazaars. You alsovisit the Gedi Ruins, the remains of a 13thCentury Islamic walled city. Lunch is taken at ourClub Hotel Watamu Beach. A short stop is madeat our Club Hotel Sea Horse before returning toyour hotel.

BUSH TOUR (half day) - £22 (approx.)

A must for those who would like a betterunderstanding of the bush, the people, theirculture and way of life. After driving norththrough many sisal plantations, you turn inlandand pass the settlement area of the Giriamatribe. Witness their daily life-style and see thecultivation of cassava and maize, orchards ofbananas, mangos and cashew nuts and aninfinity of palm trees. Look for souvenirs in thelocal market before taking lunch at ASC’s privateMarina on Mtwapa Creek.

SUNDAY BARBECUE - £11 (approx.)

At ASC’s Marina, situated on Mtwapa Creek,enjoy a barbecue lunch, a kanga fashion showand then dance to the music of the Solitaireband. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

CREEK SUNDOWNER CRUISE- £22 (approx.)

A romantic boat trip on Mtwapa creek aboardthe ‘Safina’ to marvel at the sunset. Enjoy dinneron board and be serenaded by the Safina singers.

1001 NIGHTS - £18 (approx.)

Enjoy Arabic specialities from the buffet, beentertained by belly dancers before dancingunder the stars to Nabil’s band on thismemorable evening at the Kasr al Bahar Hotel.

AFRICAN NIGHT - £22 (approx.)

Experience the magic of an African night, withmysterious sounds of drums, rhythmic dancesand African dishes. After a boat trip to watch thesunset on Mtwapa creek, you arrive at the Kasr alBahar Hotel where the camp fire is alreadyburning and African specialities are beingprepared in our African Village. Enjoy thefolkloric performances of the different tribes ofKenya. The wedding dance of young Masaiwarriors showing their impressive high jumps willbe one of the highlights of the evening.

SHOW PALACE, LION KINGCLUB & TWIN STAR CASINO –SHANZU HOLIDAY RESORT

In the evening, the Show Palace features aselection of dances in the ‘Around the World’show and war dances to the Circle of Life in thepopular ‘Best of Africa’ show. Occasionally anominal charge is made. At the Lion King Club,dress in kangas for the ‘Tropical Night’ and enjoya medley of songs and dance the night away onthe ‘Best of 70’s & 80’s’ and ‘Golden Oldies’nights. For those that like a flutter, a visit to theTwin Star Casino would not go amiss.

Please note: the minimum age to enter the Lion King Club and

Twin Star Casino is 16 years.

Please note: Excursions can only be operated subject to

a minimum number of participants and are subject

to availability.

Aselection of these excursion are shown below. Prices of excursions start from

approximately £11 per person and are only bookable locally. Further details can be

found in our General Information Booklet which will be sent with your Confirmation

Invoice.

A PROGRAMME OF EXCITINGOPTIONAL DAYTIME ANDEVENING EXCURSIONS ISAVAILABLE DURING YOURSTAY TO GIVE YOU A GREATERINSIGHT INTO KENYAN LIFEAND CULTURE.

Fort Jesus, Mombasa

The famous ’Tusks’, Mombasa

Fort Jesus, Mombasa

ON SAFARI WITH ASC

African Safari Club offers asuperb range of safaris, fromone night ‘tasters’ to afabulous seven nightexpedition. Come with us onsafari and experience theultimate holiday adventure.

Each day extensive gamedrives are arranged,sometimes at day break whenmany of the animals are attheir most active. You travel inToyota Land Cruisers, LandRovers, Unimogs (open backlorries) or specially adaptedmini-buses led by experienceddrivers/guides, all with a vastknowledge of the gamereserves and when and whereto find the animals. However,specific sightings cannot beguaranteed. With all mealsincluded in the price, oursafaris represent excellentvalue for money.

GAME RANGER SAFARI

Our unique Game Rangercourse provides a more in-depth study into the wildlifeand plant life that Kenya offers.You can choose from a one orthree day course led by ourexperienced game wardens,for £65 & £129, respectively.Please call for more details.


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ASC FLY/DRIVE SAFARISOn most of these safari itineraries you will fly at least one way aboard oneof our fleet of Twin Otter eighteen-seater aircraft which are based at ourprivate airstrip at Bamburi. These aircraft are perfect for viewing themagnificent scenery, including Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting),enjoying a bird’s eye view of Kenya and her wildlife en-route. Bamburiairstrip is approximately a ten minute drive from our hotels at ShanzuBeach and Mtwapa and 45 minutes from Kilifi.If for any reason flights to/from Bamburi are not possible, it will be necessary to fly to/fromMoi

Airport, Mombasa, approximately 30 minutes drive from Shanzu Beach and Mtwapa and

75 minutes from Kilifi. It may sometimes be necessary to drive both ways instead of flying

to/from the camps.

ASC SAFARI LODGESWhichever Kenya safari you choose you will stay in comfortable safarilodges and camps, many of which are reserved exclusively for ourcustomers.

BOOK IN ADVANCETo secure your place on safari, we strongly recommend that you bookbefore you depart on holiday. Safari prices may differ locally. Park entrancefees are imposed by the Kenya Wildlife Service and canbe subject to change.

TA N Z A N I A

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Tarangire National Park

Please note that this map is not drawn to scale and locations are approximate.

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Nairobi

Samburu

Lake Nakuru

Nairobi National Park

Masai Mara

Serengeti National Park

Shimba Hills

Tsavo East National Park

Amboseli National ParkNgorongoro

Crater

Mount Kenya

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LAKE BARINGO

LAKE VICTORIA

LAKE NAIVASHA

LAKE ELEMENTEITA

Watamu

Mombasa

Nanyuki

Malindi

Tsavo West National Park

Kimana

Shanzu

LAKE MAGADI

LAKE MANYARA Mount

Kilimanjaro

KilifiMtwapa

Crocodile Camp

Mara BuffaloCamp

LAKE NATRON

I N D I A N O C E A N

NAMANGA

TAVETA

KENYA BEACHES AND SAFARISFor more information on our complete range ofHotels, Safaris and Lodges, please ask for a copyof our Kenya Beaches and Safaris brochure orvisit our website: www.africansafariclub.com

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Kenya has no fewer than 40 national parks and game reserves supporting a wide range of unique habitats. From the great

wilderness of Tsavo National Park to ASC’s exclusive Kimana Game Sanctuary situated at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, and the

dense rain forests of Mount Kenya National Park to the vast plains of the Masai Mara; bird and beast roam free in their natural

habitat. For years adventurers, travellers and photographers alike have been drawn to Kenya’s natural beauty to sample what for many

is the ‘Real Africa’.

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THESE THREE SAFARISOFFER AN IDEALINTRODUCTION TO THETRUE SAFARI EXPERIENCE.

RED ELEPHANT SAFARI

DURATION : 1 NIGHTDEPARTS : ALTERNATE DAYS

PRICE : £185 PER PERSON

Visiting Tsavo East, and sleeping under canvas at the Crocodile Camp this safari isfor those with a true sense of adventure.

Day 1: In the morning, you fly from Bamburi airstrip to the Crocodile Camp, which is situated on theoutskirts of Tsavo East National Park. Enjoy game drives during the day. Lunch is taken at the camp.Look out for zebra, antelope, buffalo, giraffe and the famous ‘Red Elephant’, the effect created bythe vivid colour of the earth. Stay overnight at the romantic Crocodile Camp which is situated on thebanks of the Galana River. Enjoy dinner before taking up your vantage point to watch the crocodilesfeeding at the waterside.

Day 2: After an early breakfast, you start your game drive through Tsavo East when the animals arecoming to life. After lunch at Sagala Lodge, you continue on your journey back to Mombasa, arrivingat your hotel in time for dinner.

This itinerary sometimes operates in reverse.

(Park entrance fees are not included: approximately £49 per person – payable locally).

MASAI SAFARI

DURATION : 1 NIGHTDEPARTS : ALTERNATE DAYS


At the Kilimanjaro-Kimana GameSanctuary, the snows of MountKilimanjaro provide the only watersource for miles; the natural springsare home to a wide variety of birdand wildlife.

Day 1: In the morning you fly from Bamburiairstrip to the Kilimanjaro-Kimana GameSanctuary. After lunch at the camp, you set off onyour first game drive. Keep a look out for a widevariety of animals in this well-populated reserve.You then return to the camp for an enjoyabledinner in this wonderful setting.

Day 2: There is an early morning game driveand, after breakfast, a further game drive givesyou the last opportunity to experience thebeauty and diversity of the ever-changinglandscapes of Kimana. After lunch at the camp,you fly back to Bamburi arriving at your hotel intime for dinner.

(Park entrance fees are not included: approximately £22 per

person – payable locally).

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MARA SIMBA SAFARI

DURATION : 2 NIGHTSDEPARTS : ALTERNATE DAYS


The famous Masai Mara, with its varied scenery and great concentration of vastherds of animals, is the highlight of this fly/drive safari. Staying at a former ‘biggame hunters’ camp on the banks of the Mara River, you enjoy a taste of the realAfrica and the unique atmosphere of the bush.

Day 1: In the morning transfer to Bamburi airstrip. From here you fly west, past majestic MountKilimanjaro to the Masai Mara, an extension of Tanzania’s vast Serengeti. On arrival you are taken to theMara Buffalo Camp for a two night stay. After an introductory talk you set off on your first game drivebefore returning to the camp for lunch. Another game drive will follow in the afternoon, returning atsunset for dinner and an evening around the camp fire - time to sit back and contemplate this uniqueand exciting setting.

Day 2: The vast plains of the Masai Mara cover some 1,510sq km and support a wide variety ofwildlife. Enjoy a full day of game watching in this dramatic setting, with a lunch-time ‘big gamehunter’s’ picnic. Look out for lion, cheetah, elephant and maybe even the elusive leopard. Vast herdsof buffalo, plains zebra, gazelle and wildebeest seasonally migrate between the plains of theSerengeti and the Mara’s grassland. The rivers are home to hippo and crocodiles, and some 50 speciesof birds of prey have been recorded in the area.

Day 3: Set off shortly after daybreak on an early morning game drive when the animals are at theirmost active. Return to the camp for breakfast before being taken to the airstrip for the two hourreturn flight to Bamburi, arriving back at your hotel in time for lunch.

(Park entrance fees are not included: approximately £47 per person – payable locally).

Please note that we cannot guarantee the date ofdeparture of any safari although we will naturallydo our best to meet all specific requests. We try ourbest to keep to published itineraries, but we reservethe right to vary them as may be necessary fromtime to time. Safaris can only be operated subjectto a minimum number of participants. If we areunable to operate the safari you have booked wewill offer you an alternative or a full refund.


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PREPARING FOR YOUR HOLIDAY

PASSPORTSAll British passengers require a passport which must bevalid for at least six months after your intended returnto the UK.

If you are 16 or over and do not yet have a passport ourrecommendation is that you should apply for one atleast six weeks before your holiday. From June 2007,first-time adult passport holders, and for those childrenapplying for an adult passport that were previouslyincluded in a parent’s passport will need to have aninterview as part of the passport application process.This does not apply to people who held their ownpassport as a child.

All children, from new-born babies to the age of 15,must now have their own individual passport. Once theyreach their 16th birthday they then become eligible for astandard 10-year passport. Before 5th October 1998many children were already included on a valid passport.These children can still continue to travel abroad withthe passport holder until either the child reaches the ageof 16 or the passport on which the child is included issubmitted for amendment (remember, children cannotbe re-added to passports which are submitted foramendment). In these circumstances, you will need toapply for separate passports for any children who werepreviously included on your passport. Once a childreaches 16 years of age they will require their ownpassport and their details must be removed from theirparents’ passport.

Please note, these details may change and it is yourresponsibility to ensure that your passport is correct andvalid.

Please note that when travelling on our ‘Voyage tothe Cape’ holidays, there must be two blank pages inyour passport for both entry/exit stamps.

VISASBritish passport holders require a visa to visit Kenya,Tanzania, Madagascar and Mozambique.

Tanzania: The normal cost of a visa is US$50 perperson. However, for passengers solely visiting Zanzibarthe cost is US$30. If your cruise includes visits toZanzibar and other Tanzanian islands such as Mesali,the full visa fee is payable. The cost of the visa will becollected on board M.S. Royal Star and is to be paid inUS Dollar notes.

Mozambique: A Single Entry Tourist Visa is required andis valid for two months from the date of issue. The costis £40 per visa and can be obtained from theMozambique High Commission in London prior todeparture. However, they can also be purchased onboard at a cost of US$25 per visa and is to be paid inUS Dollar notes.

Madagascar: A tourist visa is required for entry intoMadagascar and the cost is US$12 per person. Thisamount will be collected on board M.S. Royal Star and isto be paid in US Dollar notes.

Please note: Visas can also be paid for in Euros onboard, with exchange rates being calculated at the timeof the transaction.

Further details regarding visas can be found in ourGeneral Information Booklet which will be sent withyour Confirmation Invoice.

If any of these details change or should new visa fees orany other tourist tax be imposed, we will write and letyou know, time permitting. We regret that we cannot beheld responsible for impositions such as this as they aretotally beyond our control.

If you or any member of your party is not a Britishcitizen or holds a non British passport, you must checkpassport and visa requirements with the Embassy orConsulate of the country(ies) to or through which youare intending to travel.

It is the responsibility of all passengers to ensure that

they have the necessary documents and visas for allcountries to be visited. If failure to have anynecessary travel or other documents results in fines,surcharges or other financial penalty being imposedon us, you will be responsible for reimbursing usaccordingly.

VACCINATIONSAt the time of going to press there are no compulsoryinoculation or vaccination requirements for entry intoKenya and South Africa, or any Indian Ocean island inour programme, except for The Seychelles. A valid yellowfever vaccination and certificate are compulsory for visitsto The Seychelles after leaving Kenya. Your GP will beable to tell you which other vaccinations are currentlyrecommended by the Department of Health and youshould contact your doctor at least 8 weeks beforedeparture.

Malaria is endemic to the tropics and you are stronglyrecommended to consult your GP or pharmacist foradvice on precautions and malaria tablets.

PREGNANCYAirlines may refuse permission for women to fly who willbe 28 weeks or more pregnant on the date of the returntravel. Failure to comply with airline regulations mayresult in cancellation and denial of boarding and wecannot be held responsible for any such occurrence.

DVT - ‘ECONOMY CLASS SYNDROME’There has been concern and publicity about Deep VeinThrombosis (DVT) suffered by some passengers,especially on long haul flights. If you have any concernsabout this, we recommend that you contact your GP foradvice.

TRAVEL ADVICE

The Foreign &CommonwealthOffice may have

issued information about your holiday destination. Weadvise you to check this information on the internet atwww.fco.gov.uk. You can also telephone the advice uniton 0845 850 2829.

YOUR TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

After we have received full payment and about 14 daysbefore departure, we will send you your tickets andtravel documents. Please check the flight timings onyour tickets carefully, as they may have altered sincepublication of this brochure. Please also see clause 15 ofour Booking Conditions.

FLIGHT SEAT ALLOCATION

Our flights are operated by Monarch Airlines (MON),African Safari Airways (ASA) and Thomsonfly (TOM)from Gatwick South Terminal and First Choice Airways(FCA) from Gatwick North Terminal. At Manchester,Monarch Airlines operate from Terminal 1. All airlines(except African Safari Airways) operate a ‘commoncheck-in’procedure which will allow you to check-in atany of their respective desks. Seats will be pre-allocatedon African Safari Airways flights.

LUGGAGE ALLOWANCEOn Monarch Airlines the luggage allowance is 30kg inEconomy Class and 40kg for Premium Class plus 5kg ofhand luggage. On First Choice Airways and Thomsonflythe luggage allowance is 20kg in Economy Class plus5kg hand luggage. On African Safari Airways, theluggage allowance is 23kg in Economy Class, 33kg forEconomy Plus and 43kg for Royal Safari Class Thisallowance is inclusive of 3kg hand luggage.

Further details can be found in our General InformationBooklet which will be sent with your ConfirmationInvoice.

The luggage allowance on domestic flights is generally23kg per passenger. Luggage in excess of the allowanceis at the airline’s discretion and excess baggage chargeswill apply for all luggage which is over. Owing to limitedspace on safari aircraft, only holdalls can be carried and

the weight limit is 10kg per person.

Your baggage is the responsibility of the airline fromcheck-in to recovery at your destination. Please also seeclause 9 of our Booking Conditions.

SPECIAL NEEDS AND REQUESTSShould you have any special requests such as dietaryrequirements for example, you should notify us inwriting at the time of booking. Whilst African SafariClub will do everything possible to ensure your requestsare met, we regret we are unable to guarantee them.

Our holidays may not be entirely suitable for peoplewith certain disabilities, poor mobility or special needs. Ifyou would like advice, or if you are in any doubt, pleasetelephone us. Please also see clause 12 of our BookingConditions.

THINGS TO TAKE WITH YOUIt is advisable to include the following items in yourluggage: first-aid kit, insect repellent, torch, high-factorsuntan lotion and diarrhoea pills. If you wear spectaclesor contact lenses, we recommend that you take a sparepair.

WELCOME TO KENYA & THE INDIAN OCEAN

WHAT TO EXPECTWhen holidaying in Kenya and visiting some of theislands in the Indian Ocean, it is important to rememberthat you cannot expect the same standards that we areaccustomed to in Europe. There is little or no drainage,as a consequence, after a shower of rain the paths androads can become muddy. Some vehicles are somewhatdilapidated and driving can be erratic. Energyconservation measures may mean that on occasionshotels are obliged to limit services such as water andelectricity supplies which will result in power cuts, lossof air-conditioning and water shortages. To maintain atrue Kenyan ambiance, some pathways in the hotels andlodges are only dimly lit. Don’t forget to take a torchwith you. Whilst electrical wiring always complies withlocal safety standards, these may be lower than we areaccustomed to in Europe.

The presence of insects in a hotel or lodge should notbe interpreted as a lack of cleanliness or hygiene. It issimply a fact of life in the tropics.

You are likely to see monkeys and cats in and aroundthe hotel grounds. Monkeys are wild animals and arebest admired from a distance for their cheeky behaviourbut they should not be encouraged into eating areas orhotel rooms and you should not attempt to feed them,as this can discourage them from relying on their naturaldiet. Cats are generally kept in the grounds of the hotel.For general hygiene purposes and the comfort of allguests, they should not be encouraged into eating areas.They are well cared for and fed by the staff and shouldnot be fed by the guests in common areas.

Mombasa is generally safe but we recommend that youdo not go walking around the city at night and that youuse only licensed taxis.

Please ensure that any excursions you buy are boughtfrom a recognised and licensed operator who hasadequate insurance cover. We also advise you not to buyfood from beach or street vendors.

For your safety be more vigilant than you would athome.

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YOUR HEALTHIn common with many tropical countries, generalstandards of hygiene and safety in Kenya and at theports of call on your cruise may differ from those inEurope. You should, therefore, exercise greater cautionfor your own protection and health. The risk of insectbites may be reduced by the use of repellent sprays andby covering up whenever possible, especially in woodedareas and at night. To minimise the risk of stomachupset, you should avoid too much fruit, drinks with iceand excess sunbathing. When eating out, ensure to eatonly in reputable establishments which conform toInternational health and hygiene standards.

Remember to take adequate supplies of anyprescribed medication.

WATERTap water should not be used as drinking water or forcleaning teeth. Bottled water can be bought from theshops, bars and restaurants of the hotels and from thebars and restaurant on board M.S. Royal Star. Boiledwater (which may be described locally as drinking water)for cleaning your teeth is provided in your room.However, we recommend that this is not swallowed.Whilst Mombasa and its surrounding area is supplied bya pipeline originating from springs up-country, most ofthe Kenyan coast is supplied with borehole-water which,depending upon location, may be salty. Occasionallythere are failures of the water supply due to power cutsand repairs to pipelines and at the pumping station. Insuch instances there may be restrictions on water use.African Safari Club will always endeavour to ensure anefficient water supply but regrettably, the salt contentand any failures are generally beyond our control. Inany event, please try to conserve water, as Kenyanresources are much more limited than in Europe.

Bottled water is available on board M.S. Royal Star andduring meals for a nominal charge.

CASHLESS PAYMENT SYSTEMSoon after arrival in resort you will receive your AfricanSafari Club Membership Card. This acts as a credit cardfor purchases from the bars and shops at your hotel,provided your stay is more than one night. It can also beused when booking excursions or safaris. Prices in allAfrican Safari Club hotels are shown in Euros. Paymentof your hotel account can be made by means of cash,travellers cheques, Visa or Mastercard.

TOURIST OFFICERAt your African Safari Club hotel, the resident TouristOfficer is available to give you advice and information.Soon after arrival, he/she will hold a Welcome Meeting,giving you information about the hotel facilities,attractions and the local excursion programme. Pleaseattend this meeting as you will find the informationinvaluable, especially if you are a first-time visitor.

BEACHESCertain African Safari Club hotels have a private beachwhich is kept clean and, as far as possible, protectedfrom the illegal beach traders who operate everywherealong the coast. Beach vendors may offer safaris as wellas souvenirs and African Safari Club cannot acceptresponsibility for any dealings you have with them.

Due to the changing winds and tides, seaweed issometimes washed up on to the beaches and, althoughthey are cleaned daily, you may find that watersports arerestricted on these occasions.

EXTRA BED IN YOUR ROOMIf more than two people share a room, an extra bed maybe added and space will therefore be limited. Please notethat in some cases the extra bed could be a sofabed orZ-bed.

SAFARISSafaris often involve travel of long distances over roughground and may not be suitable for those with certainmedical conditions. If in doubt please contact us foradvice. Vehicles are also likely to be of a lower standardthan those in the UK.

Whilst on safari, for your own safety, please observe theinstructions of your driver/guide at all times.

Under no circumstances should you wander awayfrom designated picnic areas, your safari vehicle orlodge/camp.Please note that electricity and water supplies at safarilodges/camps can often be interrupted and occasionallycut completely at night.

Your safari group may include customers from otherEuropean countries.

EXCURSIONSSome excursions involve walking over rough terrain,climbing in and out of high vehicles or arriving by speedboat or motorised dhow. Some excursions also operatein choppy sea conditions. You should speak to theTourist Office on board or in your hotel prior to bookingyour excursions if you have any concerns, or if you haveany medical condition that may prevent you fromparticipating. Take special care when embarking anddisembarking tenders for shore excursions.

CONSERVATION CODETourism plays an integral part in maintaining andsustaining indigenous cultures and provides aninvaluable source of revenue. However, if we are topreserve the natural beauty and wildlife of this uniquepart of the world, all visitors must observe theconservation code. Our General Information Bookletprovides a comprehensive guide to environmentalconservation.

SHORT STAYS IN KENYAAll of our hotels are featured in our Kenya Beaches andSafaris brochure or visit our website:www.africansafariclub.com

OUR HOTEL GRADING SYSTEMAs hotel grading systems in Kenya differconsiderably from those you are accustomed toin Europe, we have developed our own uniquesystem to give you an idea of the standard of

our hotels.

Our classifications range from 1 to 6 shields, but shouldnot be confused with or compared to the usualinternational star ratings.

Six Shields - An excellent standard of accommodation,food, service and facilities.

Five Shields - Very good standards of accommodation,food, service and facilities.

Four Shields - Good standards of accommodation, food,service and facilities.

Three Shields - Basic standards of accommodation withgood food, service and facilities.

Two Shields - A more simple standard ofaccommodation and facilities.

One Shield - A very basic standard of accommodationand facilities.

Half Shield - Properties that, in our opinion, are abovethe category listed but not quite to the next standard.

SMOKING POLICYSmoking is not permitted on any of the airlines withwhom we work. However, there are designated smokingareas aboard M.S. Royal Star.

GENERAL INFORMATION BOOKLETWith your Confirmation Invoice we will send you ourGeneral Information Booklet which contains moredetails about Kenya and M.S. Royal Star. Please read thiscarefully as we are sure you will find it very useful and itwill help you to make the most of your holiday.

HOLIDAY INSURANCEWe have arranged a holiday insurance policythrough Matthew Gerard Travel Insurance ServicesLtd. Please indicate on the booking form ifrequired. The following provides brief details of thecover. Full details are available on request. Theinsurance policy will be sent with yourConfirmation Invoice, please read it carefully asthere are conditions and exclusions. Please note:This policy is for U.K. residents only.

PERIOD OF COVERCancellation cover is effective from the day wereceive your booking form and deposit (or fullpayment if your booking is made less than 56 daysbefore the day of departure) until the day of travel.In respect of all other sections of the policy, coveris effective from the day of travel as shown on yourConfirmation Invoice until the day you return.

ENQUIRIES AND CLAIMSIf you have any query concerning this insurance,would like to make a claim or need to disclose anyfacts or pre-existing medical conditions that maybe material to the risk, please contact MatthewGerard Travel Insurance Services Ltd, PO Box 48,Woking, Surrey GU22 9YW. Telephone: 0844 5449910 (General Enquiries); 0844 544 9919 (Claims);0844 544 9915 (Disclosure of material facts).

Please note: All material facts must be declaredto MGTIS. Failure to do so may affect yourrights under the terms of the policy.A material fact is a fact likely to influence insurersin the acceptance or assessment of the insurance(e.g. your own state of health or that of a closerelative).

If you are in any doubt as to whether a fact is“material” then, for your own protection, it mustbe disclosed.

Should it be necessary to make a claim throughthis, or any other insurance policy, African SafariClub cannot be held responsible for any excess onyour insurance policy.

SUMMARY OF COVER

Personal Possessions £2,000

Single Article Limit £250

Total Valuables Limit £250

Delayed Luggage(excess of 12 hours) £150

Loss of Passport, Ticketsand Documents £200

Personal Money £300

Personal Accident £25,000

Cancellation £5,000

Curtailment £5,000

Medical and RepatriationExpenses £5,000,000

Hospital Benefit (£15 per 24 hours) £400

Personal Liability £2,000,000

Travel Delay (£20 first 12 hours;£10 each additional 12 hour period) £200

Abandonment (after 24 hours) £5,000

Missed Departure £500

Legal Expenses £10,000

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MONARCH AIRLINES

GATWICK

On the majority of our holidays you fly direct from Gatwick to Mombasawith Monarch Airlines, aboard their Airbus A330 aircraft.

In Economy Class you have a 31” seat pitch, a luggage allowance of 35kg(which includes 5kg hand luggage) and two meal services appropriate tothe time of day.

MANCHESTER

You can also fly from Manchester toMombasa with Monarch Airlines, aboardtheir Boeing 767 aircraft. The flightoperates via Gatwick on both journeys,with a transit stop of approximately11/4 hours.

In Economy Class you have a 30” seatpitch, a luggage allowance of 35kg (which includes 5kg hand luggage) andtwo meal services appropriate to the time of day.

Manchester Flight Supplement £60 per person return

MONARCH AIRLINES FLIGHT UPGRADE

For added comfort and service, you can upgrade to Premium Class.

PREMIUM CLASS provides:

• Wider seat with 34” seat pitch

• 45kg luggage allowance (which includes 5kg hand luggage)

• Dedicated check-in counter

• Upgraded menu

• Personal seat back TV screen

• Complimentary in-flight drinks (excluding champagne)

• Complimentary head phones and amenity pack

• Executive Lounge at Gatwick Airport (outbound flight only)

• Executive Lounge at Mombasa Airport

Premium Class Supplement £300 per person return

Flight upgrade is only available between Gatwick and Mombasa return.

(The use of an Executive Lounge at Gatwick and Mombasa airport is included for those clients

booking Premium Class).

Premium Class flight upgrade is only available on direct flights originating from Gatwick.

FIRST CHOICE AIRWAYS & THOMSONFLYOn both of our Voyage to the Cape cruises in 2008 and our Secrets of theSeychelles cruises departing in February and April 2008, direct return flightsfrom Gatwick to Mombasa are with First Choice Airways aboard theirBoeing 767 aircraft.

On our Secrets of the Seychelles cruise departing on 29 December 2007,direct return flights from Gatwick to Mombasa are with Thomsonfly aboardtheir Boeing 767 aircraft.

Both airlines offer a 33” seat pitch in Economy Class, a luggage allowanceof 25kg (which includes 5kg hand luggage) and two meal servicesappropriate to the time of day.

AFRICAN SAFARI AIRWAYSAfrican Safari Airways, part of the African Safari Club group, operates anAirbus A310-308 aircraft between various European gateways andMombasa several times a week. We can offer flights from the UK toconnect with these services to allow you more flexibility in arranging yourholiday itinerary. Please call for further details and prices.

AFRICAN SAFARI AIRWAYS FLIGHT UPGRADES

In addition to Economy Class seats, with a pitch of 31”, complimentarysoft drinks, two meal services appropriate to the time of day, and a luggageallowance of 23kg (which includes a maximum of 3kg hand luggage), youcan opt for extra comfort and upgrade to Economy Plus or Royal SafariClass cabins, which provide:-

ECONOMY PLUS provides:

• 33kg luggage allowance (which includes 3kg hand luggage)

• Greater leg room (33” pitch)

• An upgraded menu and service

• Complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks

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ROYAL SAFARI CLASS provides:

• 43kg luggage allowance (whichincludes 3kg hand luggage)

• Wider seats and even greater leg room(36” pitch)

• An upgraded menu and service

• Complimentary in-flight drinks

• Executive Lounge at Gatwick Airport(outbound only) - where applicable

• Executive Lounge at Mombasa Airport

Economy Plus £200 per person return

Royal Safari Class £500 per person return

(Executive Lounge at Gatwick and Mombasa airport is included for those clients booking Royal

Safari Class).

Pre-booking of window and adjacent seat in all flight classes- £20 per person return

(Specific seat numbers cannot be guaranteed).

Flight upgrades and pre-booking of seats are only available when flying between Europe and

Mombasa return, and Gatwick and Mombasa return.

When travelling from other European gateways, it is unlikely thatannouncements or the in-flight films will be in English.

Flights between Mombasa and Mahé, Mauritius and Cape Town (ifapplicable) are with African Safari Airways.

Please Note: Spice Islands Cruise departing on 22 December 2007, return 05 January 2008 –

direct return flights are with African Safari Airways from London Gatwick to Mombasa.

KENYA AIRWAYS & VIRGIN ATLANTICKenya Airways, one of the leading carriers to Africa, and Virgin Atlantic, theaward-winning airline, both offer daily flights from London Heathrow toMombasa with a change of aircraft in Nairobi. We can check availabilityand quote a price should this flight option appeal to you.

EXECUTIVE LOUNGERelax and enjoy complimentary refreshments and light snacks, newspapersand comfortable seating away from the bustling departures areas.

Executive Lounge at Gatwick Airport - £20 per person

Executive Lounge at Mombasa Airport - £15 per person

(Executive Lounge at Gatwick is not bookable in conjunction with First Choice Airways flights).

FLIGHT TIMINGS

MONARCH AIRLINES

Depart Gatwick: Mon 2100 Arrive Mombasa: Tue 0915

Depart Mombasa: Tue 1115 Arrive Gatwick: Tue 1740

Depart Manchester Mon1740 Arrive Mombasa: Tue 0815

Depart Mombasa: Tue 1015 Arrive Manchester: Tue 1845

FIRST CHOICE AIRWAYS

Depart Gatwick: Fri 1830 Arrive Mombasa: Sat 0625

Depart Mombasa: Sat 0810 Arrive Gatwick: Sat 1430

THOMSONFLY

Depart Gatwick: Sat 2255 Arrive Mombasa: Sun 1050

Depart Mombasa: Sun 1320 Arrive Gatwick: Sun 2000

AFRICAN SAFARI AIRWAYS

Depart Gatwick: Sat 1830 Arrive Mombasa: Sun 0630

Depart Mombasa: Sat 0855 Arrive Gatwick: Sat 1515

FLYING TIMESGatwick – Mombasa 9 hours

Manchester – Mombasa 10 hours

Mombasa – Mahé 3 hours

Mombasa – Mauritius 4 hours

Mombasa – Cape Town 5 hours

(All timings and flying times are approximate).

Royal Safari Class


DEPARTURE AIRLINEAIRPORTS

GATWICK: Monarch Airlines / First Choice Airways / Thomsonfly

African Safari Airways

MANCHESTER: Monarch Airlines

HEATHROW: Kenya Airways / Virgin Atlantic

PARIS: African Safari Airways

BERLIN: African Safari Airways

DUSSELDORF: African Safari Airways

FRANKFURT: African Safari Airways

MUNICH: African Safari Airways

BASLE: African Safari Airways

VIENNA: African Safari Airways

ZURICH: African Safari Airways

MILAN: African Safari Airways

Manchester

GatwickHeathrow

Paris Dusseldorf

Frankfurt

Berlin

Milan (Malpensa)

ViennaBasle

Royal Safari Class

Munich

Zurich

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PRICES INCLUDE:• Return Economy Class flights between

Gatwick and Mombasa.• Economy Class flight between Mombasa and

Mahé/Mauritius/Cape Town where applicable.• Cruise in cabin category booked.• Hotel accommodation as detailed.• Coach transfers between overseas airports,

hotel and M.S. Royal Star.• All port and airport taxes (other than those

shown under ‘Not Included’).• Full board throughout.• Fuel surcharge (other than shown under ‘Not

Included’).

NOT INCLUDED:• Holiday Insurance.• Kenya, Tanzania, Madagascar and

Mozambique visa charges.• Optional shore excursions and safaris.• Safari park entrance fees.• Items of a personal nature, such as

gratuities, etc.• Secrets of the Seychelles - Seychelles

departure tax of US$50 per person (thisamount will be added to your on boardaccount).

• Magic of Mauritius - Mauritius departure taxof 500 Mauritius Rupees (approx. US$21) perperson (this amount will be added to your onboard account).

• Spice Islands - 22 Dec. ‘07 departure. Fuelsurcharge of £55 per person.

HOTEL SUPPLEMENTSExtra week £240 per personExtra five nights plus two nightMasai Mara Safari £570 per personSuperior room £8 per person per nightSuite £20 per person per nightDeluxe Package £4 per person per nightGourmet Pass £12 per person per night

Reserved Beach Area

(Dolphin, Flamingo Beach or Vasco da GamaHotels only) - £4 per person per night(The Deluxe Package, Gourmet Pass and Reserved Beach Area

must be booked for the entire duration of your hotel stay.

Superior rooms and suites are only available for a minimum

consecutive six night stay).

CHILDREN’S REDUCTIONSAged 2-15 (on date of departure)First child receives a 20% discount.All additional children receive a 10% discount.(Children’s reductions do not apply to flight upgrades or flight

supplements)

Infant Charge = 10% of the basic holiday price.

FLIGHT UPGRADES - see pages 44-45.

INSURANCE PREMIUMSDuration of Cover Adult Child (3-17)

Up to 10 days £51 £26Up to 17 days £61 £31Up to 24 days £76 £38Up to 31 days £89 £45Extra 7 days £26 £13All premiums include 17.5% Insurance Premium Tax.NB: Above premiums are double for those passengers agedbetween 65 and 74 and four times the amount shownabove for those passengers aged between 75 and 79 ondate of departure. Maximum duration of cover for clientsaged between 75 and 79 is 31 days. Clients aged 80 andover must first call the Health Check number on0844 544 9915 to obtain acceptance of insurance coverfrom Matthew Gerard.Cover excludes the first £50 of each claim , except for propertydamage only falling under Personal Liability cover, whichexcludes the first £250 of each claim.

CABIN FOUR THREE INSIDE CATEGORY CATEGORY CATEGORY CATEGORY DELUXE SUPERIOR HONEYMOON PRESIDENTTYPE BERTH BERTH D C B A SUITE SUITE SUITE

CRUISE TITLE DURATION(NIGHTS)

PRICES (£’S PER PERSON) SINGLE SUPPLEMENT = 30%

Mysterious Zanzibar (3nts) 15

Mysterious Zanzibar (4nts) 15

Spice Islands 15

Treasures of Madagascar 15

Secrets of the Seychelles 15

Magic of Mauritius 15

Seychelles Royal 15

Mysteries of the Mascarenes 15

Portrait of the Seychelles 15

Voyage to the Cape 15/18

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* Deluxe cabins and suites are not available for sole occupancy or twin-share. Please note: Twin-share accommodation with another single traveller of the same gender is available on all cruise holidays.Please refer to clause 14 of the Booking Conditions for surcharges.

1510 1540 1660 1720 1750 1780 1800 1880 2000 2150 2750

1550 1580 1710 1790 1820 1860 1880 2000 2150 2320 3000

1730 1800 2030 2170 2220 2280 2330 2560 2800 3110 4370

1860 1940 2200 2360 2430 2490 2550 2800 3090 3450 4880

1980 2070 2370 2550 2640 2690 2770 3040 3370 3780 5380

2030 2120 2410 2590 2680 2740 2810 3080 3410 3820 5420

2070 2170 2530 2770 2860 2940 3020 3340 3750 4250 6220

2120 2210 2570 2810 2900 2980 3060 3390 3810 4300 6280

2150 2270 2690 2970 3090 3190 3290 3660 4150 4720 7060

2460 2610 3060 3360 3480 3590 3680 4120 4650 5280 7820

2680 2850 3440 3830 3990 4110 4230 4780 5460 6250 9480

Please Note: This brochure, entitled ‘African Safari ClubIndian Ocean Cruises November 2007 – April 2009Brochure’, published in September 2007, supersedes allprevious brochures featuring these holidays and is validuntil replaced by a later issue. It must be read inconjunction with our Booking Conditions and Booking Form.

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Deckplan

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Riviera Deck

Sun Deck

Promenade Deck

Caribbean Deck

Pacific DeckDOCTOR

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1 Sun Deck

2 Starlight Dancing & Piano Bar

3 Massage/Sauna

4 Radio Office

5 Bridge

6 Sun Deck

7 Lido Deck

8 Swimming-pool

9 Buffet

10 Lido Bar

11 Belvedere Restaurant

12 Library

13 Boutique

14 Casino

15 Marco Polo Lounge

16 Explorer Bar

17 Reception

18 Tourist Office

19 Purser's Office

20 Beauty Salon

21 Lift

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President Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Superior-Suite

Deluxe-cabin

Category A

Category B

Category C

Category D

Inside cabin

3-berth cabin

4-berth cabin

Double bed

Superior-Suite withonly one bathroom

Not to Scale

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MEDICAL CENTER

FAMILYSUITE

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M.S. ROYAL STARFACTS AND FIGURESBuilt: 1956Gross RegisteredTonnage: 5,600 tonsLength: 120mWidth: 16mDraught: 5.6mStabilisers: Denny Brown

Electro HydraulicRegistered: Nassau, BahamasPrevious Name: Ocean IslanderCruise Team: EuropeanOfficers: GreekService Staff: Indonesian & Filipino

On board currency: EurosTypical A, B, C, D, Inner Cabin

Typical Superior Suite

Approx. 22 m2

Approx. 10 m2

Approx. 15 m2

Typical Deluxe Cabin

For 3D artist’s impressions ofthe cabins, please refer topage 9.

Telephone: 0845 345 0014Facsimile: 020 8466 0020

Email: [email protected]: www.africansafariclub.com

African Safari Club LtdNorthside HouseTweedy Road

Bromley, Kent BR1 3WA

Personal callers welcome

ESTABLISHED 1967

2007/2009Indian Ocean Cruises

ABTA No.V4000