Welcome to SkySafari - The Ultimate African Safari Experience

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2 Welcome to SkySafari - The Ultimate African Safari Experience SkySafari is a bespoke blend of incomparable game-viewing opportunities, luxuriant accommodations, intimate dining choices, and a unique aerial perspective courtesy of Elewana s very own executive-class Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft. SkySafari encompasses the very best of East Africa s wondrous landscape; the foothills of Kilimanjaro s sister mountain, Mount Meru; the magical tree houses of Tarangire; the drama and beauty of the Ngorongoro Crater; the vast plains of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara; and the boutique beach hotels in Zanzibar and Diani in Kenya. SkySafari delivers the ultimate African experience - without exception. Your Safari Experience The Elewana Collection Your SkySafari Executive Aircraft Game Viewing of the Highest Standard. Iconic and Luxuriant Accommodations. Travelling in Comfort and Style. In the company of experienced and professional guides, and travelling in top-class and highly-equipped safari vehicles, you will marvel at the diversity and abundance of the wildlife regarded by many as the very best that Africa has to offer; a spectacle not to be missed and one to be savoured. Each stage of your SkySafari adventure will be spent in Elewana Collection s iconic and luxuriant camps, lodges and hotels. Diverse in both their locations and encounters, the Collection prides itself on the personal service offered to each and every Guest, making Elewana the premier choice for all discerning safari travellers. Flying with SkySafari s executive-class Cessna Grand Caravan piloted by our highly experienced and professional pilots, you will not only enjoy the comfort and style of a fast and comfortable air transfer but also a chance to view the wonder of the Tanzanian landscape from a perspective that few experience. The Magic of Africa Awaits. Encounter Exceptional Quality. No Better Way to See Africa.

3 Introducing : SkySafari Classic & SkySafari Plus SkySafari brings to you two distinctive offerings - SkySafari Classic and SkySafari Plus. SkySafari Classic On our SkySafari Classic safari you will be taken on an 8-day journey across northern Tanzania s most iconic locations. Staying at bush camps and lodges belonging to the renowned Elewana Collection, and viewing some of the most remarkable wildlife parks that Africa has to offer, you will enjoy a carefully crafted safari that delivers experiences that are beyond compare. SkySafari Plus SkySafari Plus provides all the drama and excitement of the SkySafari Classic adventure but with additional extensions to enhance your East African experience. By choosing a SkySafari Plus extended holiday you can spend more time at our celebrated bush camps in the Serengeti and Masai Mara viewing the annual migration and the Big Five; or you may indeed decide to relax and unwind at our beautiful boutique beach hotels at Kilindi Zanzibar or AfroChic Diani Beach. The choice is yours. With SkySafari Plus you can experience more of the wonders of Africa for longer.

4 SkySafari Classic : Your Itinerary Day 1 : Arusha - A Warm SkySafari Welcome Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport you will be warmly welcomed by your SkySafari representative and then chauffeured via the bustling town of Arusha to your first port-of-call, Arusha Coffee Lodge. It is here that you will spend the first night of your safari on an allinclusive basis in one of the beautifully designed Plantation Houses that nestle amongst the coffee bushes of this working plantation. Two restaurants await your arrival, with menus carefully designed by the Lodge s own Executive Chef. Day 2 & 3 : Tarangire - The Land of Elephants & Masai After a fascinating coffee walking tour and luncheon in the gardens of Arusha Coffee Lodge, you will be chauffeured the short distance to Arusha Airport for the start of your SkySafari. Your executive-class Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft will take you on a short but enjoyable flight to Tarangire National Park. On your arrival in Tarangire an Elewana Guide will warmly welcome you and then lead you on your first game drive culminating in your arrival at Tarangire Treetops for an all-inclusive 2-night stay. Enriching. Inviting. Authentic. Located on the gently rolling foothills of Mount Meru, Arusha Coffee Lodge sits resplendent within one of Tanzania s largest coffee plantations. Characterized by plantation-style home comforts and guest amenities, Arusha Coffee Lodges Plantation Houses are a haven for calm before or after a safari. Highlights & Included Activities SkySafari vehicle transfer from Kilimanjaro airport Overnight stay in a Plantation Guest Cottage Private dining available on request A Coffee Tour to learn how the bean goes to the cup A visit to our certified Tanzanite gemstone boutique Wondrous. Fabled. Dreamlike. Nowhere does the connection to nature and fantasy become more apparent than at Tarangire Treetops. Each of the open-fronted tree house rooms is carefully embellished with a homely decor design. With an en suite twin-shower room and a large private deck affording views to Tarangire s magical landscape, each elevated room provides a sanctuary of tranquility between each dramatic day of game viewing. Highlights & Included Activities Daily game drives, a night game drive and a guided walk Enjoy a Tarangire bush luncheon Spectacular sundowners in the bush Dinner in a traditional boma with Masai singing and dancing A visit to an authentic Masai village

5 Day 4 & 5 : Ngorongoro - A Cauldron of High Drama After your breakfast on Day 4, you will enjoy a morning game-drive through Tarangire National Park, stopping at leisure for a picnic lunch on your way to Kuro Airstrip. You will then connect to Manyara Airstrip where you will be met by your Elewana Guide who will chauffeur you to The Manor at Ngorongoro, arriving at your destination in time for High Tea. Here your 2-night all-inclusive stay will be in one of the beautifullyappointed Manor Cottages set in the grounds of the coffee estate. Day 6 & 7 : Serengeti - Magnificence Beyond Belief On Day 6 you are invited to either visit Lake Manyara National Park for a morning game-drive or to stay at The Manor at Ngorongoro to enjoy The Manor grounds and activities such as horse riding. After lunch you will be driven to Manyara Airstrip for your onward flight to the Serengeti. Your final destination will either be Serengeti Pioneer Camp or Serengeti Migration Camp, the selection being based on whichever location will deliver the best game-viewing options during your stay. Historic. Exquisite. Grandeur. Located in the verdant Tanzanian highlands of Ngorongoro, a short drive from the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, The Manor is reminiscent of a sophisticated and elegant up-country farm home in Cape Dutch-style architecture. The Manor exudes style, luxury and comfort, all served up with the flair and exuberance of East African hospitality. Highlights & Included Activities A full-day game drive within the Ngorongoro Crater Enjoy a bush luncheon on the Crater floor A game drive to Lake Manyara National Park Horse riding, mountain biking, guided walks around the coffee estate A selection of relaxing spa treatments Magical. Alluring. Incomparable. Serengeti Migration Camp is the embodiment of camping in sophisticated elegance. Located next to the Grumeti River, which itself is home to resident hippos that bark and wallow their days away. Serengeti Pioneer Camp has become synonymous with low-impact high-action game-viewing in a landscape that is untouched since the dawn of time. Highlights & Included Activities at Both Camps Daily game-drives in the Serengeti National Park Enjoy a bush luncheon in the Serengeti Sundowner drinks served by your Butler Private dining options and outdoor dining under-the-stars Guided game-walk (available at Serengeti Migration Camp only)

6 SkySafari Plus : Enhance Your Experience Extend Your Stay at Serengeti Migration Camp Enhance your SkySafari Classic experience by extending your stay at Serengeti Migration Camp. With two extra days or more at the Camp, you will be able to take a little more time to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of both the Camp and the surrounding Park. Magical. Alluring. Incomparable. Recommended Stay: 2 Nights or More Elevate Your Senses at Serengeti Pioneer Camp Any stay at Serengeti Pioneer Camp will certainly be one to remember. With incredulous views across the Serengeti, this extraordinary Camp will no doubt sate the desires of even the most expectant safari traveller. With an additional two nights we recommend at least one day watching the game from the vantage point of the Camp s elevated lounge. Spectacular. Timeless. Enchanting. Marvel at the Majesty of Sand River Masai Mara Sublime. Glorious. Infinite. Sparkling. Intimate. Radiant. Harmonious. Vivid. Personal. Recommended Stay: 2 Nights or More A visit to Kenya s Masai Mara will gift each and every traveller with the opportunity to see many of the big cats that occupy this spectacular Park. Bordering the Sand River, the Camp is ideally located for the crossing of the annual wildebeest migration and for the year-round wildlife spectacle that the Park is famed for. Recommended Stay: 3 Nights or More Discover the Sparkling Paradise of Kilindi Zanzibar Following what will be an exceptional wildlife safari, what better way to complete your Tanzanian experience than a visit to Kilindi - an iconic and spectacular boutique beach hotel which is popular with couples in search of a tropical island paradise. The stylish and natural environment of this couples-only boutique hotel enthralls all who visit. Explore the Magnificence of AfroChic Diani Beach Recommended Stay: 4 Nights or More Located on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, AfroChic Diani Beach is the sparkling jewel in the crown of the Elewana Collection; personal and personable service, exceptional culinary experiences and memorable ocean views AfroChic is ideal for families and couples alike. Recommended Stay: 4 Nights or More

7 SkySafari : The Route Map Masai Mara National Reserve S K E N Y A A F R I C A Nairobi Serengeti National Park Lake Manyara National Park Ngorongoro Crater Arusha Arusha National Park Mount Killimanjaro Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport Diani Beach Mombasa T A N Z A N I A Tarangire National Park I n d i a n O c e a n Map Key Elewana Collection National Parks Arusha Coffee Lodge (Day 1) Zanzibar Water Bodies Tarangire Treetops (Day 2 & 3) SkySafari Classic Route SkySafari Plus Extensions Airport Road Transfer The Manor at Ngorongoro (Day 4 & 5) Serengeti Migration Camp (Day 6 & 7) Serengeti Pioneer Camp Kilindi Zanzibar ( SkySafari Plus Option) Dar es Salaam International Airports AfroChic Diani Beach ( SkySafari Plus Option) SkySafari Transfer S Sand River Masai Mara ( SkySafari Plus Option)

8 SkySafari : Your Aircraft, Guides & SkySafari s Exceptional Service Your SkySafari Aircraft & Professional Pilots Our SkySafari Vehicles & Guides Exceptional Service - Every Step of the Way SkySafari is built upon a solid foundation of high-quality service every step of the way. There is no better example of this than SkySafari s very own executive-class Cessna Grand Caravan currently the only aircraft of its kind flying in Tanzania. The Cessna Grand Caravan 208 is fitted with a bespoke Oasis interior which includes leather armchair seating. A total of 9 seats provides maximum comfort and offers excellent viewing opportunities during each of the flights along the SkySafari route. Your SkySafari aircraft is piloted by our team of highly-experienced pilots - each of whom will make every flight comfortable, enjoyable and informative. Our fleet of safari game vehicles offers a similar quality to that of our SkySafari aircraft; comfort, style and the optimum game viewing experience. Each vehicle is well equipped to cope with the needs of an African game drive, with guidebooks, maps of the National Parks, binoculars, camera charging points and an onboard cool-box containing a selection of chilled beverages all readily available. Accompanying you on each of your game drives will be an Elewana professional wildlife Guide. With a deep understanding of the indigenous flora and fauna, each of the Guides will impart their wisdom and infectious enthusiasm - turning any bush drive into an experience to savour. Complete Peace of Mind Throughout every step of your SkySafari experience - the SkySafari Team will help you make your African safari holiday one to remember. As part of this Team, your dedicated Elewana Collection Ambassadors will discretely and professionally look after your requirements, including all your daily dining experiences. And should you have any special dietary considerations, our Executive Chef will be only too happy to tailor the freshly-prepared menus to your taste. SkySafari provides our Guests every opportunity to enjoy - without distraction - the sights and sounds of what we believe will be an exemplary African safari. The care and well-being of all our SkySafari Guests are of primary importance to the entire SkySafari Team. It is with this in mind that SkySafari also includes - within the cost of any SkySafari Classic and SkySafari Plus itinerary - an Emergency Air Evacuation Insurance. This additional service allows every traveller the peace of mind to enjoy their SkySafari, one full of exceptional and happy memories. For more information on this or indeed any of the other details highlighted within this brochure, please ask your SkySafari Representative. Thank you.

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10 For more information regarding SkySafari and The Elewana Collection, please contact Lodges, Camps & Hotels in Harmony with Africa

11 SkySafari : Start Dates 2015 The dates highlighted below denote the first day of the SkySafari Classic itinerary which is the overnight stay at Arusha Coffee Lodge. January February March April May June July August September October November December Festive Season Departures Mid Season Departures Green Season Departures High Season Departures SkySafari Classic : Rates SkySafari Classic & SkySafari Plus are inclusive of: full board accommodation, selected drinks, activities as outlined, all flights & transfers as per itinerary & laundry services. T A N Z A N I A No. of Nights / Days Festive Season Per Person in Shared Accommodation High Season Mid Season Green Season Park & Crater Fees* up to 31/3/15 from 1/4/15 7 Nights / 8 Days $7,395 $7,263 $6,796 $6,429 $395 $455 1 Night 2 Nights 2 Nights 2 Nights *Park and crater fees are per person, and are applicable to the SkySafari Classic itinerary & SkySafari Plus and are subject to change. Rates are inclusive of applicable government taxes and service charges, and are subject to change. The rates mentioned in this document are non-binding and do not constitute a contract.

12 SkySafari Plus : Optional Extensions & Rates 2015 Create your ideal safari by adding any of the SkySafari Plus options below to the SkySafari Classic itinerary. Prices shown below are per person, in US Dollars and are based on two people in shared accommodation. T A N Z A N I A K E N Y A 1 Night / 2 Days 2 Nights / 3 Days 2 Nights / 3 Days 4 Nights / 5 Days 3 Nights / 4 Days 4 Nights / 5 Days 1st Jan - 4th Jan th Jan - 28th Feb st Mar - 6th Apr th Apr - 31st May st Jun - 30th Jun st July - 31st Oct st Nov - 19th Dec th Dec th Jan 2016 $320 $1,745 $1,745 N/A $2,830 N/A $300 $1,705 $1,705 $2,650 $2,600 $1,615 $263 $1,608 $1,608 $2,650 $2,600 $1,615 $225 $1,414 $1,414 N/A $2,330 $1,295 $300 $1,608 $1,608 $2,650 $2,600 $1,615 $300 $1,705 $1,705 $2,650 $2,775 $1,615 $225 $1,414 $1,414 $2,650 $2,330 $1,485 $320 $1,745 $1,745 N/A $2,830 N/A Park Fees N/A N/A 210 N/A In addition: Complimentary upgrade to a Plantation Suite (subject to availability) Inclusive of meals and selected drinks In addition: Full-day game drive from Serengeti Pioneer Camp to Serengeti Migration Camp Daily game drives in the Serengeti National Park Guided walking safari In addition: Full-day game drive from Serengeti Migration Camp to Serengeti Pioneer Camp Daily game drives in the Serengeti National Park In addition: Scheduled flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar One massage per person Return transfers to Zanzibar Airport In addition: Scheduled flight from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara Bush breakfast Scheduled flight from the Masai Mara to Nairobi Wilson Airport Dinner in Nairobi on the last day Extending from Sand River Masai Mara Only In addition: Scheduled flight from the Masai Mara to Diani Beach Hotel transfer from airstrip One massage per person Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi Transfer to Mombasa International Airport For private guides, foreign language guides, exclusive use of game-drive vehicle, please contact us at info@skysafari.com for applicable rates. Additional nights at any of the above lodges and camps are available on request. For any further information, please contact us at info@skysafari.com