ITINERARY FOR AFRICAN SAFARI AND ISLAND ROMANCE NGALA SAFARI LODGE OPTION South Africa & Mozambique

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1 ITINERARY FOR AFRICAN SAFARI AND ISLAND ROMANCE NGALA SAFARI LODGE OPTION South Africa & Mozambique

2 Let your imagination soar Journey overview Combine sea and safari on a journey from some of South Africa s best known game reserves to the golden sands of Mozambique s Bazaruto Archipelago. Track the Big Five in the &Beyond Ngala Private Game Reserve, which shares unfenced borders with the famous Kruger National Park, allowing them to benefit from the high wildlife numbers in this renowned park. After your wildlife adventure, pamper yourself with some rest and relaxation in the tropical climate and sunshine of &Beyond Benguerra Island. Explore the warm waters and marvel at the marine life of the island s coral reefs on scuba diving expeditions, enjoy the thrill of deep sea fishing or simply explore the magical setting and soaring dunes of Benguerra. Highlights of the itinerary: Exceptional wildlife sightings Long walks on a sandy beach Sipping a cocktail while feeling the sand between your toes Make the most of your adventure: Relax in the elegant sitting area with a chilled glass of wine and watch herds of wildlife coming to the waterhole. Enjoy an amazing castaway picnic in the beautiful sand dunes of &Beyond Benguerra Island. Specially created for: Wildlife enthusiasts Adventure travellers Avid photographers Beach lovers

3 At a glance 7 nights / 8 days 2 Guests DAY PROGRAMME Day 1 Meet and Greet at OR Tambo International Airport Scheduled flight from OR Tambo International Airport to Ngala Airstrip Included activities: Game Drives, Interpretative nature walks Overnight: andbeyond Ngala Safari Lodge Day 2-3 Included activities: Game Drives, Interpretative nature walks Recommended activities (at additional cost): Private Vehicle, Massage: Quiet Mind Journey, Massage: Healing Earth African Shea Butter Ritual, Massage: Soul of the Earth Celebration, Massage: Earth Glow Body Polish and Wrap, Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Footprint Ritual, Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Handprint Ritual Overnight: andbeyond Ngala Safari Lodge Day 4 Scheduled flight from Ngala Airstrip to Vilanculos Airport Helicopter flight from Vilanculos Airport to Benguerra Island Overnight: andbeyond Benguerra Island Day 5-7 Included activities: Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Castaway Picnic, Dhow Cruise, Horse Riding Safaris Recommended activities (at additional cost): Swimming with Horses, Fishing, Massage: Quiet Mind Journey, Massage: Healing Earth African Shea Butter Ritual, Massage: Soul of the Earth Celebration, Massage: Earth Glow Body Polish and Wrap, Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Footprint Ritual, Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Handprint Ritual Overnight: andbeyond Benguerra Island 8 Helicopter flight from Benguerra Island to Vilanculos Airport for onwards scheduled flight to OR Tambo International Airport Departure

4 Expect the extraordinary andbeyond Ngala Safari Lodge Kruger National Park, South Africa Day 1 Upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, you will be met by a Menzies Aviation representative and assisted through customs and immigration. You will then be assisted with check in procedures for your onward flight to Ngala Airstrip. On arrival at Ngala airstrip, you will be met by a member of our &Beyond team and transferred to your lodge. Thrill in the excitement of safari during your 3 night stay at andbeyond Ngala Safari Lodge in a cottage with ensuite bathroom and intimate veranda. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, scheduled safari activities, refreshments on game drives, a 1 hour nature walk and laundry. Included activities: Game Drives Interpretative nature walks Day 2-3 Included activities: Game Drives Interpretative nature walks Recommended activities (at additional cost): Private Vehicle Massage: Quiet Mind Journey Massage: Healing Earth African Shea Butter Ritual Massage: Soul of the Earth Celebration Massage: Earth Glow Body Polish and Wrap Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Footprint Ritual Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Handprint Ritual

5 Expect the extraordinary andbeyond Ngala Safari Lodge Kruger National Park, South Africa Nestled under a canopy of mopane and tamboti trees, Ngala Safari Lodge at andbeyond Ngala Private Game Reserve features 20 classic thatched cottages and the luxurious Safari Suite. Each ensuite cottage, with private veranda, exudes a romantic colonial ambience with nostalgic safari memorabilia throughout. The gracious Safari Suite offers guests a spacious sitting room and private swimming pool. The Lodge s large sparkling swimming pool overlooks a natural riverine woodland. Hearty breakfasts and delicious lunches are served in the dappled shade of an enormous weeping boerbean tree. Upon their return from exhilarating evening game drives, guests are welcomed by Ngala s warm, hospitable staff to a banquet in the elegant candlelit courtyard, or to an African feast around the blazing boma fire. The Lodge s thatched dining, bar and sitting areas are open to the warm breezes of the inviting African bushveld. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT ANDBEYOND NGALA SAFARI LODGE You have to try the Ranger s omelette at breakfast. Ask for one even if it s not on the menu. Browse through the Safari Shop and afterwards unwind on the veranda to watch the elephants at the lodge waterhole.

6 Expect the extraordinary andbeyond Benguerra Island Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique Day 4 After a mouth-watering breakfast, you will be driven to Ngala airstrip for your flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, where you will board a flight to Vilanculos International Airport. An andbeyond representative will meet you at Vilanculos Airport and assist you, and fellow guests, onto your helicopter flight to Benguerra Island. As the second largest island of the Bazaruto Archipelago, Benguerra offers exceptional opportunities to witness a slice of the very best of Mozambique's exceptional marine life. (Approximately 10 minutes) Soak up the sun at andbeyond Benguerra Island during your 4 night stay in a Casinha with ensuite bathroom and outdoor shower. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, laundry, emergency medical evacuation insurance, transfers to and from the lodge airstrip. Activities included: Scuba diving - max 2 dives per day (tide-dependent) - full PADI certification required, horse riding, sea kayaking, sunset dhow cruise, scheduled snorkelling trip, castaway picnic, island expedition & local village tour (subject to availability and weather conditions). Day 5-7 Included activities: Scuba Diving Snorkelling Castaway Picnic Dhow Cruise Horse Riding Safaris Recommended activities (at additional cost): Swimming with Horses Fishing Massage: Quiet Mind Journey Massage: Healing Earth African Shea Butter Ritual Massage: Soul of the Earth Celebration Massage: Earth Glow Body Polish and Wrap Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Footprint Ritual Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Handprint Ritual

7 Expect the extraordinary andbeyond Benguerra Island Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique A tropical paradise tucked into a lush indigenous forest and looking out onto a picturesque crescent of sandy beach, andbeyond Benguerra Island has recently undergone an extensive refurbishment to become the quintessential luxury island retreat. Boasting a fresh island feel, the lodge s welcoming guest areas offer views of the lush tropical garden and the ocean beyond. Set deep in cleverly created patches of shade, comfortable loungers beckon guests to relax around the rim flow swimming pool while drinking in the ocean views. Closer to the water s edge, the lodge s colourful beach bar is the perfect setting to relax or enjoy open air meals right on the sand. Ten casinhas and two cabanas peep out directly onto ocean vistas, while a spacious Casa Familia ensures privacy and exclusivity. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT ANDBEYOND BENGUERRA ISLAND Request one of their amazing castaway picnics, set in the beautiful sand dunes. Sail away into the sunset on a romantic dhow cruise. Ask your hosts when the rare and mysterious dugong were last spotted who knows, you might get lucky!

8 Expect the extraordinary Departure Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique Day 8 After a mouth-watering breakfast, we wave a fond farewell as you board a helicopter for your flight back to Vilanculos International Airport, where you will catch a scheduled flight to OR Tambo International Airport.

9 Journey overview Rates - using &Beyond Fly me to the Beach Offer VALIDITY 1 Jan 10 Jan 19 USD per person sharing 11 Jan 31 Dec 19 USD per person sharing OUR TREAT Fly me to the Beach - Benguerra Island Complimentary return helicopter transfers between Vilanculos and Benguerra Island. Rates - using &Beyond Honeymoon Offer VALIDITY 1 Jan 10 Jan 19 USD per person sharing 11 Jan 31 Dec 19 USD per person sharing OUR TREAT Honeymoon Offer - One partner pays full rate and the other partner pays 50% of accommodation rate for the whole stay. Flights DETAILS OR Tambo International Airport to Ngala Airstrip Ngala Airstrip to Vilanculos Airport Vilanculos Airport to Benguerra Island (Helicopter transfer) Benguerra Island to Vilanculos Airport (Helicopter transfer) Vilanculos Airport to OR Tambo International Airport Accommodation DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS Kruger National Park andbeyond Ngala Safari Lodge 1 x Cottage FI (Double) All meals and local brands of drinks Bazaruto Archipelago andbeyond Benguerra Island 1 x Casinha FI (Double) All meals and local brands of drinks

10 Journey overview What s included: Welcome and assistance at O.R Tambo International Airport and Vilanculos International Airport Scheduled flights: o o o O.R Tambo International Airport to Ngala airstrip Ngala airstrip to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Vilanculos International Airport o Vilanculos International Airport to O.R Tambo International Airport Road transfers: o Transfer Ngala Airstrip to andbeyond Ngala Safari Lodge and vv. Helicopter flights: o Vilanculos International Airport / &Beyond Benguerra Island and vv. Accommodation as specified above Meals and beverages as specified above Laundry Park fees: o Timbavati Conservation fee o Benguerra Island Conservation fee Emergency medical evacuation insurance Administration fee Notes: Rates are quoted on a per person sharing basis. A single supplement of 50% applies from the first single room throughout the year. Honeymoon Offer: o May not be combined with any other offers or long stay rates. o Only valid for travel within 6 months of date of marriage marriage certificate to be supplied. The operator may reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability. Single traveller supplement and child rates will be quoted on request. Flight rates are subject to change. Validity periods are as specified above; should a booking fall over two rate periods the rate will change and we reserve the right to re-quote. The rates quoted are subject to change without warning if there are any increases in bed levies, park fees, fuel, sales tax or VAT, third-party services, the rand / dollar exchange rate or any other circumstances beyond our control in South Africa or Mozambique. Rates are subject to currency fluctuations. &Beyond trading terms apply.