ITINERARY FOR AFRICAN SAFARI AND ISLAND ROMANCE KIRKMAN'S KAMP OPTION South Africa & Mozambique

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1 ITINERARY FOR AFRICAN SAFARI AND ISLAND ROMANCE KIRKMAN'S KAMP 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 Sabi Sand Game Reserve with 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: For an unforgettable wilderness experience, be sure to book a Cascades & Canyons helicopter flight during your stay in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. This is an exhilarating flight that swoops over the deep and lush gorges of the Blyde River Canyon and through verdant valleys bursting with colour. Enjoy the festive atmosphere at Paul s Pub at &Beyond Kirkman s Kamp, where guests can mingle and read the wildlife scoreboards. 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 Skukuza Airport Included activities: Game Drive, Interpretative nature walks Overnight: andbeyond Kirkman's Kamp Day 2-3 Included activities: Game Drive, Interpretative nature walks Recommended activities (at additional cost): Tracking at andbeyond Kirkman's Kamp, Photographic Safari, 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 Overnight: andbeyond Kirkman's Kamp Day 4 Scheduled flight from From Skukuza to Vilanculos Airport via Nelspruit Helicopter flight from Vilanculos Airport to Benguerra Island Overnight: andbeyond Benguerra Island Day 5-7 Included activities: Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Horse Riding Safaris, Dhow Cruise, Castaway Picnic Recommended activities (at additional cost): Island Drives, Swimming with Horses, Massage: Quiet Mind Journey, Massage: Healing Earth African Shea Butter Ritual, Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Footprint Ritual, Massage: Africa Hand and Foot Treaments - African Handprint Ritual Overnight: andbeyond Benguerra Island Day 8 Helicopter flight from Benguerra Island to Vilanculos Airport for onwards scheduled flight to OR Tambo International Airport Departure

4 Expect the extraordinary andbeyond Kirkman's Kamp Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, 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 Skukuza Airport. On arrival at Skukuza Airport, you will be met by a member of our &Beyond team and transferred to &Beyond Kirkman s Kamp. Adventure awaits during your 3 night stay at andbeyond Kirkmans Kamp in a suite with ensuite bathroom with bath and shower. Your stay includes accommodation, three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, refreshments on game drives, laundry, scheduled safari activities, a 1 hour nature walk, emergency medical evacuation insurance as well as transfers to and from the airstrip. Included activities: Game Drive Interpretative nature walks Day 2-3 Included activities: Game Drive Interpretative nature walks Recommended activities (at additional cost): Tracking at andbeyond Kirkman's Kamp Photographic Safari 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

5 Expect the extraordinary andbeyond Kirkman's Kamp Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, South Africa andbeyond Kirkman s Kamp, with its spectacular views of the unspoiled wilderness, is regarded as one of the best loved lodges in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. It is a well known historic camp, originally built in the early 1920 s, and celebrates the atmosphere of an early South African lowveld homestead. The colonial atmosphere of gracious style and luxury has been retained, and guests step back in time upon entering the original homestead, which now houses the Lodge s sitting, dining and bar areas. Each of the 18 guest cottages has a private veranda and is furnished in the same charming style with ensuite bathrooms. The large sitting room, with a 1920 s ambience, leads through double French doors onto rolling lawns that provide a velvety contrast to the wild and tumbling bush surrounding the Lodge. Breakfast and lunch are served on shady verandas, and dinners are shared in the dramatic boma or in romantic lanternlit bush settings. WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT ANDBEYOND KIRKMAN'S KAMP Take time-out after a successful day of game viewing and head to the pool area. It boasts breathtaking views and leopard are often seen here too. Savour a classic cocktail in Harry s Bar and, whilst you re there, list the day s exciting sightings on the chalk board. Toast the sun as it sets over another magical day in Africa with an artisanal gin, sipped under the shade of a 650 year old fig tree. Enjoy an afternoon of tennis on a court that was originally opened by legendary player, Billy Gene King. Find original antiques scattered around the lodge that have been handed down over the decades, and what give this 1920 s homestead its authentic Out of Africa feel. Ask your hosts about the fascinating history of &Beyond Kirkman s Kamp.

6 Expect the extraordinary andbeyond Benguerra Island Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique Day 4 After a mouth-watering breakfast, you will be driven to Skukuza Airport for your flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, where you will board a flight to Vilanculos International Airport. Upon arrival you will be met by an &Beyonder who will direct you onto your helicopter flight to Benguerra Island. Marvel at the beauty of the Bazaruto Archipelago with its scenic wonders. (Approximately 10 minutes) Put your feet up at andbeyond Benguerra Island for 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, teas and coffees, laundry, emergency medical evacuation insurance, transfers to and from the lodge airstrip. Activities includes 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 Horse Riding Safaris Dhow Cruise Castaway Picnic Recommended activities (at additional cost): Island Drives Swimming with Horses Massage: Quiet Mind Journey Massage: Healing Earth African Shea Butter Ritual 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 O.R 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 Skukuza Airport From Skukuza to Vilanculos Airport via Nelspruit Vilanculos Airport to Benguerra Island (Helicopter transfers) Benguerra Island to Vilanculos Airport (Helicopter transfers) Vilanculos Airport to OR Tambo International Airport Accommodation DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve andbeyond Kirkman's Kamp 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 Road transfers: o Skukuza Airport to &Beyond Kirkman s Kamp and visa versa Scheduled flights: o o O.R Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport Skukuza Airport to Vilanculos International Airport via Nelspruit o Vilanculos International Airport to O.R Tambo International Airport Helicopter flights: o Vilanculos International Airport to &Beyond Benguerra Island and visa versa Accommodation as specified above Meals and beverages as specified above Laundry Park fees: o o Sabi Sand Conservation fee Sabi Sand Conservation Contribution 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.