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2 Wildlife Safari has special airfares on our favourite airlines flying from Australia to Africa or use your frequent flyer points and claim an award ticket or flight upgrades directly with the airline of your choice. QANTAS & South African Airways operate codeshare services from Sydney and Perth to Johannesburg, with onward flight connections throughout Africa. Our regional airline of choice within southern Africa is Comair, a British Airways franchisee. Africa EGYPT EMIRATES offer the most flexible and frequent flights between Australia and Africa, with a choice of flights to major cities in Africa & Indian Ocean, and award winning service that travellers worldwide know about. We use Kenya Airways for domestic and regional flights in Eastern & Southern Africa. Equator UGANDA KENYA RWANDA Wildlife Safari is a Qantas Frequent Flyer program partner. Qantas Frequent Flyer members will earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points for land arrangements with Wildlife Safari in Africa & India (at one point for every dollar spent on qualifying land arrangements) in addition to bonus points with special promotion offers. You do not have to fly with Qantas, or a partner airline, to earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points with Wildlife Safari land arrangements. Additional Qantas Frequent Flyer points may be earned on eligible Qantas Airways & partner airline flights. Conditions apply. TANZANIA ZAMBIA NAMIBIA BOTSWANA MOZAMBIQUE SOUTH AFRICA SEYCHELLES MAURITIUS MADAGASCAR You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. A joining fee applies. Conditions apply. 2 a f r i c a

3 Uncompromised Safety + Exceptional Quality + Unbeatable Value + Service, Service, Service = Wildlife Safari Wildlife Safari has followed this simple but successful formula for almost forty years and it has earned us a worldwide reputation as the finest luxury safari operator in Africa. We have survived the recent global business downturn without compromising on quality and service, and we will continue to enhance the experience for all our guests. Wildlife Safari is a classic African safari company, established by Tom Fernandes with our global office in Nairobi, Kenya. We remain a family owned and operated business and Tom Fernandes, with forty years of hands on safari experience, continues to oversee our operations with a team of dedicated professionals. Our Australia office is located in Subiaco, WA and is staffed by a team of knowledgeable and friendly staff managed by Trevor Fernandes. We can create almost any luxury safari through Africa to suit your personal requirements. Our luxury, all inclusive Signature Safaris travel to the best spots in Africa and feature wildlife viewing experiences with some of the best guides on the continent. We constantly improve these journeys while adding new experiences at prices that offer excellent value for the discerning traveller. We also custom design safaris throughout Africa, offering a flexibility that comes with the advantage of nearly forty years of safari experience. Our safari consultants are waiting to help you plan your perfect safari to Africa or the surrounding islands of the Indian Ocean. Tom Fernandes and the Wildlife Safari team look forward to welcoming you on safari. a f r i c a

4 Ten great reasons to tr avel with Wildlife Safari Wildlife Safari is one of Africa s most experienced and respected safari companies, offering a level of product, service and value second to none. Wildlife Safari remains family owned and managed and we take pride in providing old fashioned customer service. We take care of every detail of your entire journey. Compare our exceptional Signature Safaris zebra to zebra and talk to one of our safari experts before you book your luxury safari to Africa YEARS SAFARI EXPERIENCE Tom Fernandes has been operating luxury safaris in East Africa for almost forty years and is one of Africa s most trusted and experienced luxury safari operators. Our team on the ground is the most professional and experienced in the region. Trevor Fernandes manages our Australia office with his team of safari experts who are just a telephone call away from planning your perfect safari. 2 SAFETY IS OUR FIRST PRIORITY Wildlife Safari does not compromise the safety and security of our guests on safari. We carefully select and constantly review our choice of hotels throughout Africa. We own and maintain the best fleet of safari vehicles on the road with the finest team of guides and we constantly monitor local conditions and make the necessary changes for the safety and comfort of our guests, at all times. 3 GUARANTEED DEPARTURES FOR EVERY SIGNATURE SAFARI Wildlife Safari guarantees every all inclusive Signature Safari published in this brochure will operate with a minimum of just two passengers for the same itinerary, departure date, safari cost and safari inclusions as published in this brochure. 4 THE BEST TEAM in africa The Wildlife Safari head office in Nairobi, Kenya is open every day of the year and our staff is available to assist our guests at any time. Every Wildlife Safari vehicle is equipped with a modern radio communications system so we maintain contact with all of our guests on safari. Our guest services staff meet every guest on arrival at the airport and assist with hotel formalities and any other assistance required. No other safari company provides the same level of service to all our guests as Wildlife Safari. 5 THE BEST BEDS ON SAFARI Wildlife Safari features only the best selection of hotels, resorts, safari lodges and camps throughout Africa. We carefully select and constantly review facilities, cuisine and service at all hotels. City hotels are well located with a selection of restaurants. Safari lodges and camps are situated in the heart of the best game viewing locations and always inside the wildlife sanctuary. Wildlife Safari does not demand or accept marketing funds from hotels so we do not compromise our strict selection criteria. Our buying power and relationship with our hotels guarantees our guests always receive a very special welcome. 6 THE BEST SAFARI VEHICLES Wildlife Safari is one of the few safari operators that owns and operates our entire fleet of custom built 4WD safari vehicles. Every vehicle is custom built to our specifications. All vehicles carry a first aid kit, cool box with a supply of bottled water, spare parts, a selection of field guides and a radio system to communicate with our Nairobi office. Every Wildlife Safari vehicle undergoes a complete service and safety check after every safari in our own Nairobi maintenance facility. Our vehicles are sold after just three years in service, usually to another safari company. Every 4WD carries a maximum of four (regular 4WD) or six (stretch 4WD) guests so that everyone has a guaranteed window seat and access to the photographic roof hatch for the entire safari, without having to rotate guests during the safari LUGGAGE SPACE REGULAR 4WD LUGGAGE SPACE STRETCH 4WD Our Exclusive 4WD vehicles Wildlife Safari has developed our own exclusive Regular 4WD and Stretch 4WD safari vehicles, which carry a maximum of four or six passengers, providing the most comfortable journey on safari. The vehicle is custom built to our specifications from the chassis up with custom seating, large panoramic windows, single photographic roof hatch and lots of other little features not found in most other vehicles on safari, like extra spare parts. It s also fitted with radio communications and Wildlife Safari accessories for safety and comfort on safari. All our 4WD vehicles are custom built and are used on our Signature Safaris and private safaris throughout East Africa. 4 a f r i c a

5 Ten great reasons to tr avel with Wildlife Safari 0 QANTAS FREQUENT FLYER POINTS Wildlife Safari is a Qantas Frequent Flyer program partner. Qantas Frequent Flyer members earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points on Wildlife Safari land arrangements in Africa. Only Wildlife Safari gives you this extra bonus. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. A joining fee applies and details are available from Wildlife Safari. 7 THE BEST SAFARI GUIDES The Wildlife Safari team of guides, headed by Andrew Kingari, is one of the best in the business. All our guides are full time employees with an average of fifteen years with the company. Every Wildlife Safari guide has a very broad knowledge about the history, geography, people, cultures, animals and birds as well as being an excellent driver with mechanical skills. Each guide has only four or six guests for the entire safari, depending on the type of vehicle, and provides a very personal experience. Wildlife Safari guides consistently score high marks in the Kenya Safari Guides Association rankings and our guides are in demand from repeat guests. 8 UNLIMITED GAME VIEWING As Wildlife Safari operates its own safari vehicles we offer nearly unlimited game viewing drives. Other companies who hire vehicles and guides limit game viewing guides to a fixed time or mileage limit. Wildlife Safari guides discuss game viewing options that suit our guests, not the company, and will be happy to arrange full day game viewing with an optional picnic lunch at some wildlife sanctuaries. Nature walks are also included in some locations at no additional cost. Our guides always maintain an acceptable distance from wildlife and avoid crowded game viewing situations. Our itineraries have been designed to maximize game viewing such as Ngorongoro Crater with a special picnic breakfast followed by a morning of game viewing ahead of the crowds. 9 SERVICE, SERVICE, SERVICE Wildlife Safari prides itself on providing the best service from the time you make your reservations to the time you board your flight home. Tom Fernandes personally monitors the daily operations from our head office in Nairobi, assisted by a dedicated team of safari experts who are available at any time. Designated customer service staff meet guests on arrival at the airport and escort them to their hotel to assist with registration and provide a welcome briefing. Our staff also assist with any sightseeing, restaurants and flight reconfirmations its all part of our service, service, service. Trevor Fernandes manages the Australia office that is staffed by a team of safari experts who offer a very personal service for planning your safari to Africa. a f r i c a

6 Our all inclusive Signature Safaris Wildlife Safari has created a selection of luxury, all inclusive Signature Safaris throughout Africa offering exceptional quality with unbeatable value, and the unique service, service, service from Wildlife Safari. Our Signature Safaris visit the best game viewing locations staying at hotels, safari lodges and camps with outstanding amenities and service. Signature Safaris are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of just two passengers, at the published itinerary, dates and price. GUARANTEED DEPARTURES WELCOME & FAREWELL DINNERS In addition to breakfast, lunch and dinner every day on safari, and on your Nile cruise, all guests enjoy special welcome and farewell dinners at some of the finest restaurants in Nairobi, for all safaris visiting Kenya. Other welcome and farewell dinners are arranged in other cities in Africa. CITY SIGHTSEEING TOURS Our Signature Safaris also include a comprehensive sightseeing tour of the major cities, like Nairobi, Cairo, Johannesburg and Cape Town, visiting the major places of interest as well as some unique spots. Our customer service manager arranges Nairobi sightseeing tours according to flights. YOUR OWN PAIR OF BINOCULARS Every passenger will receive a pair of binoculars to keep. It delivers full size quality with compact size convenience and you may carry them in your pocket. No more sharing binoculars while game viewing. Every Signature Safari will operate on the published departure date with a minimum of just two passengers with the same itinerary, prices and inclusions as printed in this brochure. No other company offers the same guarantee without price supplements. THE WARMEST WELCOME IN AFRICA Your Signature Safari experience starts with the moment you arrive at your destination. A designated customer service manager will meet you on arrival at the airport, escort you to your hotel, provide a welcome safari briefing and arrange any additional sightseeing, dining or other requirements. You also receive a welcome pack and meet your Wildlife Safari guide. EXCLUSIVE 4WD VEHICLES All Signature Safaris in East Africa are operated exclusively by Wildlife Safari custom designed 4WD vehicles with a maximum of four or six guests (depending on the vehicle type) and accompanied by one of our senior guides. Every 4WD vehicle has been built to our specifications and is equipped with comfortable seats, UHF/VHF radio system, cool boxes with bottled water and selection of field guides. Enjoy game viewing in areas that most other vehicles cannot access. EXCEPTIONAL SAFARI GUIDES Only the best Wildlife Safari guides accompany our Signature Safaris so you will have one of our experts during your entire safari in Kenya & Tanzania. We have also selected some exceptional guides in South Africa and Egyptologists for our journeys through the ancient kingdoms of Egypt. BOTTLED WATER THROUGHOUT Wildlife Safari provides complimentary bottled water in our own safari vehicles. Every hotel and safari lodge also offers a full selection of beverages available for purchase during game viewing. Our own wine cellar Wildlife Safari maintains a wine cellar at our Nairobi head office stocked with a selection of Vasse Felix wines from the oldest winery in Western Australia for our special passengers celebrating a special occasion on safari. It s just another special aspect that sets Wildlife Safari apart from every other safari company in Africa. our exclusive SAFARI SHILLINGS Wildlife Safari SAFARI SHILLINGS vouchers give our passengers shopping credits while on safari. These vouchers are redeemable for handicrafts and artifacts in a select number of boutiques. Every passenger will receive some SAFARI SHILLINGS another Wildlife Safari exclusive, together with a list of exclusive boutiques that accept our Safari Shillings. 6 a f r i c a

7 Our Exclusive experiences Wildlife Safari has created a number of Exclusive Experiences to enhance our Signature Safaris or private journeys and these are always provided at no additional cost for our guests. Some activities have been developed with our hotel partners such as special meals at unique locations. Our Exclusive Experiences all have real value and we plan to introduce some new and exciting activities during 2010, especially in South Africa. Breakfast with the hippo Your dawn game viewing drive in the Masai Mara wildlife sanctuary brings you to the banks of the Mara river where a Masai warrior is waiting to guide you to a clearing overlooking the hippo pools. The staff will prepare and serve your al fresco breakfast while hippo and crocodile wallow at a safe distance in the river below. Relax over a leisurely breakfast before your Wildlife Safari 4WD vehicle drives you back to your lodge. Lunch among the herds Enjoy an extended day of game viewing where your Wildlife Safari guide has arranged with the chef to prepare and pack a special picnic lunch with a wide selection of cold meats, salads, breads, pastries, fruits as well as your choice of beverages. Spend the morning game viewing before your guide takes you to his secret spot where you enjoy a leisurely lunch as the wildlife herds graze in the distance. Afternoon game viewing as you return to your lodge. Mara bush dinner Drive through the sanctuary, arriving at a designated location to be met by Masai warriors who escort you to your dinner table under the stars while performing their traditional songs and dance. Enjoy a sumptuous barbeque dinner with a mixed grill and selection of salads and vegetables, desserts and fruits. A full bar service is also available. Relax after dinner around the bonfire before returning to your safari lodge while enjoying a night game drive enroute. The coffee & tea experience Kenya grows some of the finest quality coffee and tea in the world and you spend an afternoon visiting a local coffee and tea plantation outside Nairobi where you will be guided through every step of the process from bean to cup and leaf to cup, followed by a coffee and tea tasting session. You will receive a coffee and tea gift pack compliments of Wildlife Safari on returning to your Nairobi hotel. This excursion requires a full day at leisure in Nairobi. The Amboseli Reforestation Wildlife Safari & Serena Hotels launched The Amboseli Reforestation in 1993 with the aim of planting one million acacia trees in Amboseli and reversing the declining forests at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. Every Wildlife Safari guest is invited to plant an acacia tree as part of this award winning conservation project and receive a special certificate as a safari momento. Kids on safari Wildlife Safari has designed a selection of special activities for children of various ages on safari that are educational and fun, in conjunction with our major hotel partners. We do not offer a standard family safari itinerary but prefer to custom design every family safari to suit the particular family requirements. Contact Wildlife Safari for further information. a f r i c a

8 The best beds in Eastern Africa Wildlife Safari guests stay at the finest hotels, resorts, safari lodges and camps throughout Africa. While there are thousands of properties available, only a select few meet our strict criteria for location, facilities, cuisine and service to qualify as a Wildlife Safari preferred property. Unlike almost every other tour operator, Wildlife Safari does not request or accept marketing funds from any hotelier. We don t own or manage any hotels, resorts, lodges or camps, anywhere, so we have complete transparency and sell the property that is best suited for our guest, not for Wildlife Safari. Our city hotels are centrally located with world class facilities, our resorts are found in unique locations, while our safari lodges and camps are situated in the heart of the best game viewing areas of wildlife sanctuaries. Serena Hotels operate an extensive collection of city hotels, safari lodges, tented camps and beach resorts throughout Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda & Rwanda. The Nairobi Serena Hotel is the flagship of the group and is our favourite hotel in our home city. Serena was established during the early days of tourism in Kenya so their safari lodges in Amboseli, Samburu and Masai Mara wildlife sanctuaries are built in the best locations for game viewing. Mountain Lodge built on stilts deep in the heart of the Mount Kenya forest is a unique tree hotel while Serena Beach Hotel is our favourite resort on the Indian Ocean, just north of Mombasa. Serena safari lodges in Tanzania are also situated in the best locations on the Great Rift Valley escarpment at Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater rim and the heart of the Serengeti. Kirawira Camp in the Grumeti area of the western Serengeti is on the wildebeest migration path while the Zanzibar Serena Inn is housed within a resored historic building. Serena will open new safari lodges in the Selous and Ruaha wildlife sanctuaries in southern Tanzania during 2010, adding a new safari circuit to East Africa. Wildlife Safari features their city hotels in Kampala, Uganda and Kigali, Rwanda as part of our Mountain Gorilla safaris. Finally, for the extreme adventure traveller Serena Hotels operates the only luxury hotel in Kabul, Afghanistan as well as seven hotels in Pakistan. Wildlife Safari enjoys a long relationship with Serena. We are also a long term shareholder, so Wildlife Safari guests receive the warmest welcome, best rooms and outstanding service. Nairobi Serena Hotel Amboseli Serena Lodge Serengeti Serena Lodge Ngorongoro Serena Lodge Mara Serena Lodge 8 a f r i c a

9 The best beds in Eastern Africa Fairmont Hotels acquired three iconic tourism venues in Kenya, spent considerable funds to rebuild and restore them to their original glory, and better, with an experienced team at each property. The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel first opened on Christmas Day 1904 and has welcomed royalty, rich and famous guests for over a century. This flagship hotel has been expertly restored to better than its original splendour and is the perfect starting point for your safari. The Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club sits on the Equator facing the snow capped summit of Mount Kenya, the second highest peak in Africa. Founded by William Holden, the Club was once Hollywood s playground in Africa and Fairmont has transformed it into the finest country club resort on the continent. The Fairmont Mara Safari Club is the last word in luxury under canvas safari camps, built along an ox bow of the Talek river in the western Masai Mara, Africa s finest wildlife sanctuary. This is the ideal base for unsurpassed wildlife viewing on safari. Wildlife Safari also features a select few independent hotels, resorts and safari camps in East Africa. The Giraffe Manor in the outer Nairobi suburbs is a unique boutique hotel situated in a wildlife sanctuary home for the rare Rothschild Giraffe. Larsen s Camp on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro in the Samburu wildlife sanctuary is Tom Fernandes s favourite safari camp in Africa. Governor s Camp and Mara Explorer Camp are two excellent safari camps in the best wildlife viewing area of the Masai Mara. The Fairmont Mara Safari Club The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club Larsen s Camp a f r i c a

10 The Gr and Safari 19 Days The comprehensive Tanzania and Kenya Safari Day 1 Nairobi Day 6 Ngorongoro DAY 10 MOUNT KENYA MASAI MARA SERENGETI NAKURU NGORONGORO LAKE MANYARA TANZANIA HIGHLIGHTS SAMBURU MOUNT KENYA NAIROBI KENYA AMBOSELI ARUSHA Our 19 day comprehensive luxury safari through the finest wildlife sanctuaries in Kenya and Tanzania is ideal for the first time visitor with enough time for the finest all inclusive safari in East Africa. 18 nights in luxury hotels and lodges 8 of Africa s finest wildlife sanctuaries 18 breakfasts, 16 lunches & 18 dinners Outstanding game viewing drives 1 domestic flight included on safari Special welcome & farewell dinners 9 Exclusive Experiences (value $500pp) Earn a minimum of 9,750 QFF points Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya where you will be met and escorted to the Nairobi Serena Hotel. A welcome safari briefing by your Wildlife Safari manager followed by an afternoon sightseeing tour of Nairobi with a special welcome dinner at your hotel. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (D) Day 2 Lake Manyara Early morning departure for Tanzania, crossing the border at Namanga, where your Tanzanian guide will meet you. Proceed to Arusha for lunch and continue to the Lake Manyara Serena Lodge, perched on the escarpment of the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a late afternoon game viewing drive. LAKE MANYARA SERENA LODGE Day Serengeti Continue this morning to the Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro conservation area to the Serengeti National Park where huge herds of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle roam the vast plains. Spend two days game viewing in the Serengeti National Park with early morning and late afternoon game viewing drives. An optional dawn hot air balloon excursion is also available. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE Day 5 Ngorongoro Game viewing over the vast Serengeti plains, stopping at Olduvai Gorge to visit the small museum displaying Stone Age artefacts. Arrive at your lodge, built into the crater rim. NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE Early morning descent by four wheel drive vehicle to the crater floor for a morning of wildlife viewing. Enjoy a picnic breakfast before proceeding on your game viewing drive. Return to your lodge for a late lunch and escorted crater rim trek late afternoon. NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE DAY 7 ARUSHA Return this morning to Arusha, arriving at your lodge built within a coffee farm just outside the town. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the coffee farm or the nearby Lake Diluti, or take a shopping excursion. serena MOUNTAIN VILLAGE DAY 8 AMBOSELI Morning drive back to Namanga, cross back into Kenya and enter the Amboseli National Park. Lunch and afternoon game viewing drive facing the snow capped summit of Kilimanjaro, Africa s highest mountain. AMBOSELI SERENA LODGE DAY 9 AMBOSELI Dawn game viewing in Amboseli, either by vehicle or optional hot air balloon over the plains, with excellent views of Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear morning. Return to your lodge for a late breakfast and spend the rest of the morning relaxing by the swimming pool. Another game viewing drive late this afternoon around the lakes and springs fed by the melting snows of Kilimanjaro, home to a multitude of bird and animal species. AMBOSELI SERENA LODGE An early departure from Amboseli, stopping for a quick lunch in Nairobi before continuing to the Mount Kenya National Park. This heavily forested sanctuary is home to a number of unique species of fauna and flora. Your luxury safari lodge is situated in a forest clearing overlooking a natural waterhole that is floodlit throughout the night allowing you to view a variety of wildlife gathered around the waterhole. A special wake up call is available throughout the night in case your favourite species arrive at the waterhole. Special late afternoon trek through the Mount Kenya forest with lodge naturalist viewing forest flora and fauna. Enjoy all night game viewing from the comfort of your lodge. MOUNTAIN LODGE Day 11 Samburu Drive through the town of Isiolo, occasionally passing nomadic Samburu tribesmen. Arrive for lunch at the Samburu Serena Lodge, built on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River. Afternoon game drive in Samburu, home to the unusual reticulated giraffe, the long necked gerenuk, the Grevy s zebra and the beisa oryx. SAMBURU SERENA LODGE 10 a f r i c a

11 The Gr and Safari 19 Days The comprehensive Tanzania and Kenya Safari Day 12 Samburu Spend the full day in the Samburu Game Reserve, enjoying early morning and late afternoon game drives. Samburu is a contrast of very dry scrub and lush palm lined oasis. You will also enjoy a nature trek along the Uaso Nyiro River escorted by the lodge naturalist as well as a private visit to a Samburu village during your stay. SAMBURU SERENA LODGE Day LAke nakuru Today is a non wildlife viewing day as you drive south from Samburu, cross the equator and drive through the Great Rift Valley. Stop at a picturesque spot to enjoy a traditional Kenyan lunch prepared by a local chef who will explain the menu and maybe even share some recipes. Continue after lunch to Lake Nakuru arriving late afternoon at your lodge by the lake. Depart the following morning on a full day of game and bird viewing around Lake Nakuru, the world famous flamingo sanctuary. Lake Nakuru is also a black rhino and white rhino breeding sanctuary and you will enjoy bird and game viewing in the sanctuary. Enjoy a private picnic lunch overlooking the lake before returning to your lodge. LAKE NAKURU LODGE Day 15 Masai Mara Breakfast and drive into the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara Game Reserve where you will pass wildlife herds on the vast plains as your game viewing drive takes you to the luxurious Mara Serena Lodge. Lunch and late afternoon game viewing in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. MARA SERENA LODGE Day Masai Mara Two full days of game viewing in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Herds of wildebeest and zebra wander across the Mara grasslands during the annual migration from the Serengeti. Lion, leopard and cheetah are never far behind. Your guide may organise a full day game viewing drive with a magnificent picnic lunch. You will also enjoy our Dinner on the Masai Mara with display of traditional Masai dancing. MARA SERENA LODGE DAY 18 NAIROBI A final early morning game drive, breakfast by the hippo pools at the Mara River and transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Nairobi. Farewell dinner at The Mandhari restaurant at your hotel. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (B,D) Day 19 Transfer to Nairobi airport DEPART nairobi MAR A UNDER CANVAS Substitute your three nights at Mara Serena Lodge for three nights at Governor s Camp, a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Mara river. Every tent has its own private bathrooms and all game viewing activities are conducted with camp vehicles and guides safari costs January & February 12, March 11, April & May 9, June 11, July to October 12, November & December 11, Mara Under Canvas Hot Air Balloon Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply Special rates available for six or more travellers safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by custom built 4WD vehicles WINDOW SEAT FOR THE ENTIRE SAFARI Services of an experienced Wildlife Safari guide Safari briefing and Nairobi sightseeing excursion One domestic flight by twin engine aircraft Welcome dinner at Cafe Magreb in Nairobi Farewell dinner at The Mandhari in Nairobi All national park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs safari DATES January February March April May June July August September October November December Exclusive experiences Our own Safari Shillings shopping vouchers The Amboseli Reforestation tree planting Special dinner under the stars in Amboseli Guided trek through Mount Kenya forest Guided trek along the Uaso Nyiro river Special visit to a local Samburu village Masai Mara bush dinner with tribal dancing Masai Mara breakfast with the hippo Special farewell gift from Wildlife Safari Above courtesy Wildlife Safari (Value $500pp) a f r i c a

12 Kenya Safari Explorer 13 days The very best of Kenya Day 1 Nairobi Day 3 Amboseli Day 5 Samburu LAKE NAKURU MASAI MARA TANZANIA KENYA NAIROBI HIGHLIGHTS SAMBURU MOUNT KENYA AMBOSELI This 13 day luxury safari through Kenya s finest wildlife sanctuaries offers excellent value for the first time visitor with the option of adding an extension to the Indian Ocean coast. Call us for details. 12 nights in luxury hotels and lodges 5 of Africa s finest wildlife sanctuaries 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches & 12 dinners Outstanding game viewing drives 1 domestic flight included on safari Special welcome & farewell dinners 9 Exclusive Experiences (value $500pp) Earn a minimum of 7,000 QFF points Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya where you will be met and escorted to the Nairobi Serena Hotel. A welcome safari briefing by your Wildlife Safari manager followed by an afternoon sightseeing tour of Nairobi with a special welcome dinner at your hotel. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (D) Day 2 Amboseli Breakfast and morning drive to the Amboseli Game Reserve. Lunch at the Amboseli Serena Lodge, your luxury safari lodge, facing the snow capped summit of Kilimanjaro, Africa s highest mountain. Enjoy your first game drive in the Amboseli Game Reserve looking for herds of elephant and other species. AMBOSELI SERENA LODGE A dawn game viewing drive just as the sun rises over Kilimanjaro. Return to your lodge for a late breakfast and spend the rest of the morning relaxing by the swimming pool. Another game viewing drive late this afternoon around the lakes and springs fed by the melting snows of Kilimanjaro, home to a multitude of bird and animal species. Amboseli is also well known for its large herds of elephant. You will also be invited to plant your own acacia tree in The Amboseli Reforestation project established by Wildlife Safari. Enjoy a special al fresco dinner this evening. AMBOSELI SERENA LODGE DAY 4 MOUNT KENYA An early departure from Amboseli, stopping for a quick lunch in Nairobi before continuing to the Mount Kenya National Park. Your luxury safari lodge is situated in a forest clearing overlooking a natural waterhole that is floodlit throughout the night allowing you to view wildlife gathered around the waterhole. Special late afternoon trek through the Mount Kenya forest with lodge naturalist viewing forest flora and fauna. There is also an unique wake up call available throughout the night in case your favourite species arrive at the waterhole. Enjoy all night game viewing from the comfort of your lodge. MOUNTAIN LODGE Drive through semi arid northern Kenya, through the town of Isiolo, occasionally passing Samburu tribesmen with their goat and cattle herds. Arrive for lunch at the Samburu Serena Lodge, built on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River that flows through the heart of the wildlife sanctuary. Afternoon game drive in Samburu, home to the unusual reticulated giraffe, the long necked gerenuk, the Grevy s zebra and the beisa oryx. Return to your lodge for dinner. SAMBURU SERENA LODGE Day 6 Samburu Spend the full day in the Samburu Game Reserve, enjoying early morning and late afternoon game drives. Samburu is a contrast of very dry scrub and lush palm lined oasis. You may even encounter leopard in the branches of a nearby acacia tree. An escorted trek along the Uaso Nyiro River is a special experience of your stay in Samburu. Your Wildlife Safari guide will also arrange a special visit to a local Samburu village during your stay. SAMBURU SERENA LODGE 12 a f r i c a

13 Kenya Safari Explorer 13 days The very best of Kenya Day LAke nakuru Today is a non wildlife viewing day as you drive south from Samburu, cross the equator and drive through the Great Rift Valley. Stop at a picturesque spot to enjoy a traditional Kenyan lunch prepared by a local chef who will explain the menu and maybe even share some recipes. Continue after lunch to Lake Nakuru arriving late afternoon at your lodge by the lake. Depart the following morning on a full day of game and bird viewing around Lake Nakuru, the world famous flamingo sanctuary. Lake Nakuru is also a black rhino and white rhino breeding sanctuary and you will enjoy bird and game viewing in the sanctuary. Enjoy a private picnic lunch overlooking the lake before returning to your lodge. LAKE NAKURU LODGE Day 9 Masai Mara Breakfast and drive into the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara Game Reserve where you will pass wildlife herds on the vast plains as your game viewing drive takes you to the luxurious Mara Serena Lodge, perched on the summit of a hill in the finest wildlife sanctuary in Kenya. Lunch and late afternoon game viewing in the Masai Mara Game Reserve before returning to your lodge for dinner. MARA SERENA LODGE Day Masai Mara Two full days of unlimited game viewing in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Herds of wildebeest and zebra wander across the Mara grasslands, their numbers increasing during the annual migration from the Serengeti. Lion, leopard and cheetah are never far behind, while crocodile and hippo wallow in the Mara and Talek Rivers. Your guide may organise a full day game viewing drive with a magnificent picnic lunch provided by the lodge. You will also enjoy our unique Masai Mara bush dinner with Masai tribal dancing display. MARA SERENA LODGE DAY 12 NAIROBI A final early morning game drive is followed by an outdoor breakfast by the hippo pools at the Mara River. Transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Nairobi. Farewell dinner at The Mandhari restaurant this evening. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (B,D) DAY 13 DEPART NAIROBI Transfer to Nairobi airport. MAR A UNDER CANVAS Substitute your three nights at Mara Serena Lodge for three nights at Governor s Camp, a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Mara river. Every tent has its own private bathrooms and all game viewing activities are conducted with camp vehicles and guides safari costs January to March 8, April & May 7, June 7, July to December 8, Mara Under Canvas Hot Air Balloon Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply Special rates available for six or more travellers safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by custom built 4WD vehicles WINDOW SEAT FOR THE ENTIRE SAFARI Services of an experienced Wildlife Safari guide Safari briefing and Nairobi sightseeing excursion One domestic flight by twin engine aircraft Welcome dinner at Cafe Magreb in Nairobi Farewell dinner at The Mandhari in Nairobi All national park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs safari DATES January February March April May June July August September October November December Exclusive experiences Our own Safari Shillings shopping vouchers The Amboseli Reforestation tree planting Special dinner under the stars in Amboseli Guided trek through Mount Kenya forest Guided trek along the Uaso Nyiro river Special visit to a local Samburu village Masai Mara bush dinner with tribal dancing Masai Mara breakfast with the hippo Special farewell gift from Wildlife Safari Above courtesy Wildlife Safari (Value $500pp) a f r i c a

14 The Savannah Safari 13 days The best Kenya and Tanzania combination Day 1 Nairobi day 5 Ngorongoro Day 7 Serengeti MASAI MARA SERENGETI NGORONGORO LAKE MANYARA KENYA TANZANIA HIGHLIGHTS NAIROBI AMBOSELI ARUSHA Our most popular Signature Safari to Africa. This 13 day luxury safari through the wildlife sanctuaries of southern Kenya and northern Tanzania is the best combination safari available in Africa. 12 nights in luxury hotels and lodges 5 of Africa s finest wildlife sanctuaries 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches & 12 dinners Outstanding game viewing drives 1 domestic flight included on the safari Special welcome & farewell dinners 7 Exclusive Experiences (value $375pp) Earn a minimum of 7,500 QFF points Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya where you will be met and escorted to the Nairobi Serena Hotel. A welcome safari briefing by your Wildlife Safari manager followed by an afternoon sightseeing tour of Nairobi with a special welcome dinner at your hotel. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (D) Day 2 AMBOSELI Breakfast and morning drive to the Amboseli Game Reserve, arriving at the Amboseli Serena Lodge facing the summit of Kilimanjaro. Late afternoon game viewing drive in the Amboseli Game Reserve. Plant your own acacia tree in The Amboseli Reforestation Project established by Wildlife Safari. amboseli serena LODGE (b,l,d) DAY 3 AMBOSELI Dawn game viewing drive before returning to your lodge for a late breakfast. Spend the rest of the morning relaxing by the swimming pool. Another game viewing drive late this afternoon around the lakes and springs fed by the melting snows of Mount Kilimanjaro. amboseli serena LODGE (b,l,d) day 4 Lake Manyara An early morning departure for Tanzania, crossing the border at Namanga, where your Tanzanian guide will meet and drive you to Arusha. Lunch and continue to the Lake Manyara Serena Lodge, perched on the escarpment of the Great Rift Valley overlooking the lake and surrounding woodland areas. LAKE MANYARA SERENA LODGE Morning game viewing drive in the Lake Manyara National Park. Drive to the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Return to your lodge for lunch before continuing to Ngorongoro crater where two thousand foot walls surround a crater floor covering just over one hundred square miles. Late afternoon arrival at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge. Escorted trek around the crater rim with your lodge guide. NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE Day 6 SERENGETI Early morning descent by four wheel drive vehicle to the crater floor for a day of wildlife viewing. The black mane lion rules over this unique domain, the crater lake is home to thousands of flamingos that migrate from other Great Rift Valley lakes. Elephant, buffalo and rhino are also found in greater numbers. Avoid the crowds with a picnic breakfast provided by your lodge before ascending the crater wall to your lodge for lunch. Continue this afternoon to the Serengeti National Park with a brief stop at Olduvai Gorge to visit the site of Louis and Mary Leakey s archeological work and the small museum with some of their artifacts. Late afternoon arrival at your safari lodge on the Serengeti plains. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE Huge herds of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle roam the vast savannah grasslands of the Serengeti National Park and together with the adjoining Masai Mara in Kenya, it forms the finest wildlife ecosystem in the world. You have a full day of unhurried game viewing in the Serengeti with lots of time to search of the wildlife. Relax around the swimming pool during the middle part of the day while enjoying the superb Serena service. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE Day 8 Serengeti Spend another day game viewing in the Serengeti National Park. The annual migration is the greatest wildlife show on earth, with several million wildebeest and zebra trekking north to the Masai Mara while lion, cheetah and the rare hunting dog follow close behind. Your Wildlife Safari guide will plan your game viewing drives in the Serengeti. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE Day 9 Masai Mara Breakfast and embark on a spectacular drive over the Serengeti plains, game viewing as you proceed to the border crossing point. Your Kenyan Wildlife Safari vehicle and guide will meet you at the border and take you on a game viewing drive to your luxury safari lodge, built on the summit of a hill. MARA SERENA LODGE 14 a f r i c a

15 The Savannah Safari 13 days The best Kenya and Tanzania combination Day Masai Mara Two full days of game viewing in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Herds of wildebeest and zebra wander across the Mara grasslands, their numbers increasing during the annual migration from the Serengeti. Lion, leopard and cheetah are never far behind, while crocodile and hippo congregate in the Mara and Talek rivers. You will also enjoy our exclusive Masai Mara bush dinner with Masai tribal dancing display. MARA SERENA LODGE DAY 12 NAIROBI A final early morning game drive is followed by an outdoor breakfast by the hippo pools at the Mara river. Transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Nairobi with transfer to your hotel. Farewell dinner at The Mandhari restaurant. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (B,D) DAY 13 DEPART nairobi Transfer to Nairobi airport safari costs January & February 9, March 8, April & May 7, June 8, July to October 9, November & December 8, Mara Under Canvas Hot Air Balloon Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply Special rates available for six or more travellers safari DATES January February March April May June July August September October November December MAR A UNDER CANVAS Substitute your three nights at Mara Serena Lodge for three nights at Governor s Camp, a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Mara river. Every tent has its own private bathrooms and all game viewing activities are conducted with camp vehicles and guides. Hot air ballooning over the vast Serengeti plains is the ultimate game viewing experience. Arrive at your launch site before dawn, take off as the sun rises over the hills. Your journey gives you a bird s eye view of the wildlife as you look for leopard in the branches of an acacia tree. After your forty to sixty minute ride, you are met by the ground crew for the traditional champagne toast followed by a magnificent breakfast, cooked and served on the Serengeti. The special cost for this optional excursion is $ per person when purchased with this safari and advanced reservations are required at time of booking your safari. safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by custom built 4WD vehicles WINDOW SEAT FOR THE ENTIRE SAFARI Services of an experienced Wildlife Safari guide Safari briefing and Nairobi sightseeing excursion One domestic flight by twin engine aircraft Welcome dinner at Cafe Magreb in Nairobi Farewell dinner at The Mandhari in Nairobi All national park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs Exclusive experiences Our own Safari Shillings shopping vouchers The Amboseli Reforestation tree planting Special dinner under the stars in Amboseli Guided nature trek on the Ngorongoro crater rim Masai Mara bush dinner with tribal dancing Masai Mara breakfast with the hippo Special farewell gift from Wildlife Safari Above courtesy Wildlife Safari (Value $375pp) a f r i c a

16 Wings Over Kenya 10 Days Luxury without compromise MASAI MARA TANZANIA KENYA HIGHLIGHTS SAMBURU MOUNT KENYA NAIROBI An exceptional 10 day luxury safari without compromise visiting Samburu, Mount Kenya and the Masai Mara, staying at two outstanding safari camps as well as the uncomparable Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club. 9 nights in luxury hotels and camps Two of Kenya s big three sanctuaries 9 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 9 dinners Outstanding game viewing drives 3 domestic flights included on safari Special welcome & farewell dinners 4 Exclusive Experiences (value $200pp) Earn a minimum of 7,500 QFF points DAY 1 NAIROBI Arrive in Nairobi where your Wildlife Safari manager will meet and escort you to your hotel. A Wildlife Safari vehicle and guide will be available for sightseeing in and around Nairobi. Welcome dinner this evening at The Lord Delamere at your hotel. THE FAIRMONT NORFOLK hotel (D) DAY SAMBURU Morning flight to Samburu, flying past Mount Kenya. Your camp vehicle and guide will meet you on arrival and transfer you to your luxury safari camp along the Uaso Nyiro River. Your large tents are well appointed with a deck overlooking the river. Two days of game viewing in Samburu, home to the rare Reticulated giraffe, the long necked gerenuk, the Grevy s zebra and the beisa oryx. LARSEN S CAMP DAY MOUNT KENYA Drive south to Nanyuki, arriving at the incomparable Mount Kenya Safari Club, your luxury country club resort on the equator facing the snow capped summit of Mount Kenya, Africa s second highest mountain. The Club is situated in magnificent gardens and offers a selection of optional activities for your two day visit including golf, tennis, horse riding, trout fishing, visits to the animal orphanage, or just relax in your luxurious surroundings and enjoy the wonderful cuisine and outstanding service. FAIRMONT MOUNT KENYA SAFARI CLUB DAY MASAI MARA Breakfast and transfer to the airstrip and fly over the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara. Your camp safari vehicle and guide will meet you on arrival and drive you to Mara Safari Club, your private home for the next three days. Your camp naturalist will discuss your game viewing program and help plan your activities during your stay. Spend the rest of the time relaxing. Game viewing in the Masai Mara is unequalled anywhere in the world and you have three exciting days. FAIRMONT MARA Safari Club DAY 9 NAIROBI A final early morning game viewing drive returning to your camp for breakfast before driving to the airstrip and boarding your flight to Nairobi. Your Wildlife Safari tour manager will meet and escort you to your hotel. A special farewell dinner at your hotel. THE FAIRMONT NORFOLK hotel (B,D) DAY 10 DEPART NAIROBI Transfer to Nairobi airport. EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES Our own Safari Shillings shopping vouchers Guided trek along the Uaso Nyiro river Special visit to a local Samburu village Special farewell gift from Wildlife Safari Above courtesy Wildlife Safari (Value $200pp) 2010 safari costs January to March 9, April & May 7, June 8, July to December 9, Hot Air Balloon Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply safari DATES Wings Over Kenya operates on any day safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by custom built 4WD vehicles Services of experienced safari camp guides Safari briefing and Nairobi sightseeing excursion Three domestic flights by twin engine aircraft Welcome dinner at Lord Delamere in Nairobi Farewell dinner at Tatu in Nairobi All national park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs 16 a f r i c a

17 Wings Over Tanzania 9 Days Flying Safari over Tanzania TANZANIA KENYA GRUMETI NAIROBI SERENGETI NGORONGORO ARUSHA HIGHLIGHTS An exceptional 9 day luxury flying safari over northern Tanzania with game viewing in the Ngorongoro crater and across the vast Serengeti following the vast herds on the savannah. 8 nights in luxury hotels and camps Two of Africa s best wildlife sanctuaries 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 8 dinners Outstanding game viewing drives 3 domestic flights included on safari Special welcome & farewell dinners 2 Exclusive Experiences (value $75pp) Earn a minimum of 7,250 QFF points DAY 1 NAIROBI Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya where you will be met and escorted to the Nairobi Serena Hotel. A welcome safari briefing by your Wildlife Safari manager followed by an afternoon sightseeing tour of Nairobi with welcome dinner at your hotel. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (D) DAY NGORONGORO Transfer to the domestic airport and board your flight to Arusha, Tanzania. You will be met on arrival and escorted to a local restaurant for lunch. Continue this afternoon by 4WD vehicle with your guide to Ngorongoro crater, arriving late afternoon at your safari lodge built on the rim of the crater. Descend by 4WD to the crater floor early next morning, enjoy a picnic breakfast and spend the morning game viewing. The crater floor is home to numerous wildlife species including lion, rhino, elephant, leopard, cheetah and buffalo. Ascend the crater wall to your lodge for a late lunch followed by a trek along the crater rim with your lodge naturalist. NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE DAY SERENGETI Morning drive to Serengeti National Park, stopping at Olduvai Gorge, the world famous archaeological site. The small museum contains an excellent display of Stone Age artefacts. A leisurely game drive will bring you to your safari lodge in the heart of this vast wildlife sanctuary. Two days of game viewing with your 4WD and guide. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE DAY GRUMETI Continue west across the vast Serengeti plains to your luxury safari camp in the Grumeti hills, one of the finest in Tanzania. Your tents are built on a raised platform with views over the distant plains. You will enjoy two days of game viewing in the western Serengeti with a flexible schedule arranged by your camp guide. Your camp is on the traditional path of the wildebeest and zebra migration, crossing the nearby Grumeti river. KIRAWIRA CAMP DAY 8 NAIROBI A final dawn game drive, breakfast at your safari camp and transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Arusha, to connect to your flight to Nairobi. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Farewell dinner at The Mandhari restaurant at your hotel. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (B,D) DAY 9 DEPART NAIROBI Transfer to Nairobi airport. EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES Our own Safari Shillings shopping vouchers Guided trek along the Ngronogoro crater rim Special farewell gift from Wildlife Safari Above courtesy of Wildlife Safari (value $125pp) 2010 safari costs January to March 9, April & May 7, June 8, July to December 9, Hot Air Balloon Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply safari DATES Wings Over Tanzania operates on any day safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by custom built 4WD vehicles Services of an experienced Wildlife Safari guide Safari briefing and Nairobi sightseeing excursion Three domestic flights by twin engine aircraft Welcome dinner at Cafe Magreb in Nairobi Farewell dinner at The Mandhari in Nairobi All national park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs a f r i c a

18 Mountain Gorilla Trek Uganda & Rwanda The equatorial rainforests of Uganda and Rwanda are the last sanctuary for the mountain gorilla. The Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in southwest Uganda and the Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda are one large ecosystem. Some of the gorilla families have been selected for limited numbers of visitors to approach and photograph at amazingly close range. Wildlife Safari offers a safari to both countries with luxury hotels in Kampala and Kigali and safari lodges on location, ground transport by 4WD vehicles, experienced gorilla trackers and guides. A limited number of gorilla permits are issued and Wildlife Safari requires full payment for permits at time of making your reservation. uganda gorilla trek Day 1 Arrive at Entebbe airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Kampala. Safari briefing on arrival. KAMPALA SERENA HOTEL Day 2 Breakfast and early departure by four wheel drive vehicle, to the Bwindi Impenetrable forest passing colourful villages and towns. Evening arrival at your safari lodge just outside the forest. BWINDI LODGE Day 3 An early breakfast, meet your guide and porter, and set off in search of the mountain gorilla. Trek through the dense vegetation of the equatorial rain forest for several hours looking for your habituated gorilla family. The high altitude, high humidity, steep terrain and dense vegetation require a reasonable level of fitness. Your porter will carry your photographic equipment. Spend ample time with the gorilla family, watching them feed and socialise, before returning to your lodge. BWINDI LODGE Day 4 Morning return to Kampala with lunch en route. Late afternoon arrival at Entebbe airport. Rwanda gorilla trek Day 1 Arrive at Kigali airport where you will be met and transferred to your luxury hotel. Safari briefing on arrival. KIGALI SERENA HOTEL Day 2 Drive north through the terraced hills of Rwanda, the Switzerland of Africa, towards the Virunga volcanoes range with late afternoon arrival at your safari lodge. VIRUNGA LODGE Day 3 Early breakfast and depart with your tracker and guide to the Volcanoes National Park in search of the magnificent mountain gorilla. The trek through the light mountain forest will depend on the location of the gorilla family but you will spend quality time within close proximity to the gorilla family. Your tracker and guide will also explain other flora and fauna in the rainforest. Return to your lodge for a late lunch and spend the rest of the day relaxing. VIRUNGA LODGE Day 4 Return to Kigali this morning and if time permits visit a local market and cultural centre before your transfer to Kigali airport for your flight safari costs January to December 2, Gorilla permit (US$) Same costs apply for Uganda or Rwanda Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available safari DATES Mountain Gorilla Trek operates on any day safari INCLUDES Accommodations with private bathrooms Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by custom built 4WD vehicles Services of experienced wildlife guide & porters Gorilla permit, park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs 18 a f r i c a

19 The Cleopatr a Cruise 9 days Luxury Nile Cruise and Cairo DAY 1 CAIRO DAY 5 ASWAN DAY 9 DEPART CAIRO EGYPT Nile CAIRO LUXOR EDFU ASWAN Although part of the continent of Africa, Egypt has an unique history, geography and culture. The Cleopatra Cruise is a classic journey through the timeline of the history of ancient Egypt, with its magnificent monuments. Travel along the Nile river through Egypt on our luxury Nile cruise ship, exploring the wonders of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan under the guidance of an expert Egyptologist, including the great temples of Luxor and Karnak, the pyramids of Giza and the treasure at the Cairo Museum. Wildlife Safari offers similar journeys through Egypt with a choice of select Nile cruise ships and Cairo hotels. Contact us for information, dates and rates. Arrive in Cairo where you will be met airside by our representative and escorted through immigration and customs before transferring you to your hotel. FAIRMONT HELIOPOLIS HOTEL DAY 2 LUXOR Morning transfer to Cairo airport and fly to Luxor, where our representative will meet and transfer you to your luxury Nile cruise ship. Lunch and afternoon tour of the temples of Karnak, Avenue of the Sphinxes, Hypostyle Hall, statue of Ramses II, Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut, temple of Thutmoses I and the Sacred Lake. Continue to Luxor temple. SONESTA ST GEORGE cruise ship DAY 3 ESNA Morning drive to the West Bank, the necropolis of Thebes, or City of the Dead, visiting the Valley of the Kings, Queens and Nobles, the temple of Ramses III at Medinet Habu, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to your Nile cruise ship for lunch with the afternoon at leisure on board as you sail to Esna. SONESTA ST GEORGE CRUISE SHIP DAY 4 EDFU Morning sail to Edfu, visiting Edfu temple dedicated to Horus. Sail to Kom Ombo, visiting a mosque temple shared by Sobek, and Haroeris. SONESTA ST GEORGE CRUISE SHIP Continue sailing to Aswan with an afternoon tour of the High Dam, the Old Dam, Lake Nasser, the granite quarries and the beautiful Philae temple. Enjoy an afternoon sailing on a felucca or local sail boat on the Nile. SONESTA ST GEORGE CRUISE SHIP DAY 6 CAIRO Morning transfer to Aswan airport and fly to Abu Simbel, where your guide will meet and escort you to the site of the temples of Ramses II and his Queen Nefertari. Explore the temples before returning to Cairo. Our representative will meet and escort you to your hotel. FAIRMONT NILE CITY HOTEL DAY 7 CAIRO Meet your guide for your visit to the famous Cairo Museum of Antiquities, housing a vast collection of treasures from Pharonic times, including young King Tutankhamen s treasures. Continue your tour visiting the Citadel of Saladin and the Mohamed Ali Mosque. Lunch at a local restaurant followed by a visit to the Khan El Khalili bazaar before returning to your hotel. FAIRMONT NILE CITY HOTEL (B,L) DAY 8 CAIRO Your guide will accompany you on your morning tour of Giza to visit the majestic Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, with the Sphinx. You will have time to photograph these magnificent monuments before returning to your hotel. Return to Giza this evening for the sound and light show. FAIRMONT NILE CITY HOTEL Transfer to Cairo airport with assistance to your flight safari costs January to April 3, May to September 2, October to December 3, Abu Simbel excursion Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply safari DATES The Cleopatra Cruise operates every Sunday safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation throughout Egypt Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated All ground transport by air conditioned vehicles Services of an experienced Egyptologist guide Private sightseeing in Cairo with an Egyptologist All sightseeing during Nile cruise with cruise guide Two domestic flights in Egypt by modern, jet aircraft All monument entrance fees and government taxes Private airport transfers with our meet & greet service Arrival assistance in Cairo including Egypt visa fee Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs a f r i c a

20 Ancient Kingdoms Safari 20 days Egypt Nile Cruise and Luxury Kenya Safari DAY 1 CAIRO DAY 5 ASWAN DAY 8 CAIRO Wildlife Safari offers this unique safari combining diverse history, geography, culture and attractions. Travel through the history and monuments of ancient Egypt on a luxury Nile cruise ship, exploring the wonders of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan under the guidance of an expert Egyptologist. Continue your journey in the magnificent wildlife sanctuaries of Kenya, climaxing with game viewing in the Mount Kenya, Samburu, Nakuru and Masai Mara wildlife sanctuaries. This journey is an exceptional experience through two unique countries in Africa. Wildlife Safari can create some excellent journeys through Africa combining Egypt with other parts of Africa. Contact us for information, dates and rates. Arrive in Cairo where you will be met airside by our representative who will assist you with immigration and customs before escorting you to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. FAIRMONT HELIOPOLIS HOTEL DAY 2 LUXOR Morning transfer to Cairo airport and fly to Luxor, where our representative will meet and transfer you to your luxury Nile cruise ship. Lunch and afternoon tour of the temples of Karnak, Avenue of the Sphinxes, Hypostyle Hall, statue of Ramses II, Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut, temple of Thutmoses I and the Sacred Lake. Continue to Luxor temple before returning to your Nile cruise ship. SONESTA ST GEORGE cruise SHIP DAY 3 ESNA Morning drive to the West Bank, the necropolis of Thebes, or City of the Dead, visiting the Valley of the Kings, Queens and Nobles, the temple of Ramses III at Medinet Habu, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to your Nile cruise ship for lunch with the afternoon at leisure on board as you sail to Esna. SONESTA ST GEORGE CRUISE SHIP DAY 4 EDFU Morning sail to Edfu, visiting Edfu temple dedicated to Horus, the multiform God of the Sun. Sail to Kom Ombo, visiting a mosque temple shared by two gods, Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Haroeris, the hawk headed god of the underworld. SONESTA ST GEORGE CRUISE SHIP Continue sailing to Aswan with an afternoon tour of the High Dam, the Old Dam, Lake Nasser, the granite quarries and the beautiful Philae temple, dedicated to the gods Isis and Osiris. Enjoy an afternoon sailing on a local sail boat or felucca. SONESTA ST GEORGE CRUISE SHIP DAY 6 CAIRO Morning transfer to Aswan airport and fly to Abu Simbel, where your guide will meet and escort you to the site of the temples of Ramses II and his Queen Nefertari. Explore the temples with your guide before returning to Cairo. Our representative will meet and escort you to your hotel in Cairo. FAIRMONT NILE CITY HOTEL DAY 7 CAIRO Meet your guide for your visit to the famous Cairo Museum of Antiquities, housing a vast collection of treasures from Pharonic times, including young King Tutankhamen s treasures. Continue your tour visiting the Citadel of Saladin and the Mohamed Ali Mosque. Lunch at a local restaurant followed by a visit to the Khan El Khalili bazaar where you have ample time to wander before returning to your hotel. FAIRMONT NILE CITY HOTEL (B,L) Your guide will meet and accompany you on your morning sightseeing tour of Giza to visit the majestic Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the World with the Sphinx. You will have time to photograph these magnificent monuments before returning to your hotel with the afternoon at leisure. Return to Giza this evening for the sound and light show. FAIRMONT NILE CITY HOTEL DAY 9 INFLIGHT Transfer to Cairo airport with assistance to your flight to Nairobi, Kenya (airfare is not included in safari cost). Day 10 Nairobi Early morning arrival in Nairobi, Kenya where your Wildlife Safari tour manager will meet and escort you to the Nairobi Serena Hotel. Safari briefing at your hotel followed by an afternoon Nairobi sightseeing tour. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (B,D) DAY 11 MOUNT KENYA Morning at leisure for optional sightseeing. Lunch and drive to the Mount Kenya National Park, arriving at your luxury safari lodge overlooking a natural waterhole that is floodlit throughout the night. Late afternoon guided trek through the Mount Kenya forest, viewing the unique flora and fauna before returning to your lodge for dinner. Game viewing throughout the night from the comfort of your room or viewing deck. MOUNTAIN LODGE 20 a f r i c a

21 Ancient Kingdoms Safari 20 days Egypt Nile Cruise and Luxury Kenya Safari Day Samburu Drive north to the Samburu Game Reserve. Lunch at the Samburu Serena Lodge, built on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro river. Two days of unhurried game viewing in Samburu, home to the rare and unusual reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Grevy s zebra and beisa oryx. You will also visit a local Samburu village. SAMBURU SERENA LODGE DAY LAKE NAKURU Drive south from Samburu, cross the equator and through the Great Rift Valley. Stop at a pictureque spot to enjoy a traditional Kenyan lunch prepared by a local chef. Continue after lunch to Lake Nakuru arriving late afternoon at your lodge by the lake. Depart the following morning on a tour of Lake Nakuru, the world famous flamingo sanctuary. Bird and game viewing in the sanctuary with a Wildlife Safari picnic lunch. LAKE NAKURU LODGE Day Masai Mara Early departure for the Masai Mara Game Reserve, passing herds of wildebeest and zebra, as your game viewing drive takes you to the Mara Serena Lodge. Enjoy three days of exciting and unhurried game viewing in the Masai Mara with your guide. MARA SERENA LODGE Day 19 Nairobi A final early morning game drive is followed by an outdoor breakfast by the hippo pools at the Mara river. Transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Nairobi. Farewell dinner at The Mandhari restaurant. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (B,D) DAY 20 DEPART NAIROBI Transfer to Nairobi Airport. Abu Simbel The great temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, one of the most spectacular monuments in ancient Egypt, is one of the most photographed structures in the world. There is also a smaller temple of Queen Nefertari, the favourite wife of Ramses II. Both temples were dismantled and moved to save them from flooding caused by the construction of the High Dam at Aswan. The Abu Simbel excursion costs $ per person and reservations are required at time of booking your safari safari costs January to March 10, April 9, May 8, June 9, July to September 9, October to December 10, Abu Simbel excursion Mara Under Canvas Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by custom built 4WD vehicles in Kenya WINDOW SEAT FOR THE ENTIRE SAFARI Services of experienced Egyptologist and safari guides Private sightseeing tours of Cairo and Nairobi Two domestic flights (Egypt) & one domestic flight (Kenya) Welcome & farewell dinners in Nairobi All monument fees, national park fees and taxes Private airport transfers with our special meet & greet service Arrival assistance in Cairo including Egypt visa fee Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs safari DATES January February March April May June July August September October November December Exclusive experiences Our own Safari Shillings shopping vouchers Guided trek through Mount Kenya forest Guided trek along the Uaso Nyiro river Special visit to a local Samburu village Masai Mara bush dinner with tribal dancing Masai Mara breakfast with the hippo Special farewell gift from Wildlife Safari Above courtesy Wildlife Safari (Value $425pp) a f r i c a

22 The best beds in botswana Camp Okavango, a small tented camp on remote Nxaragha island in the heart of the pristine Okavango delta, offers game viewing by canoe along the many channels of the delta around the camp, or walking on a nearby island with an experienced guide. Camp Moremi is also a tented camp on nearby Xakanaxa lagoon within the Moremi Game Reserve. Wildlife Safari guests staying at both camps experience the unique boat transfer between camps, travelling along the waterways of the Okavango delta while enjoying wildlife and bird viewing. Savute Safari Lodge is a series of glass and timber chalets overlooking a natural waterhole in an area known for big cats in the southern Chobe National Park. The Savute channel has recently flooded for the first time in many years, attracting a profusion of wildlife and birds. Chobe Game Lodge, the only safari lodge on the Chobe River inside Chobe National Park, conducts game viewing activities by large boat or open vehicles and is a popular combination with nearby Victoria Falls. Camp Okavango Botswana has many small safari camps and lodges throughout the country, with varying facilities and standards. The Wildlife Safari top four lodges and camps in Botswana are located in four diverse game viewing areas. All four camps are small and exclusive, with excellent cuisine and outstanding personal service. Each camp also offers its own unique wildlife viewing experience with Botswana s finest team of guides sharing their pristine wilderness with every guest. Wildlife Safari also has access to many other excellent lodges and camps in Botswana as well as surrounding Namibia and Zambia. Camp Moremi Savute Safari Lodge Camp Moremi Walking in Botswana Chobe Game Lodge 22 a f r i c a

23 Wings Over Botswana 7 days Flying Safari over Botswana SAVUTE OKAVANGO MOREMI MAUN BOTSWANA JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA Botswana is the ideal destination for the experiential traveller looking for adventure with luxury. The Okavango Delta is Botswana s best known natural attraction, an inland waterway covering thousands of square miles with narrow channels and lagoons. Wildlife flourishes in this pristine environment which also Day Chobe Morning arrival in Maun, Botswana where you will be met and assisted to your light aircraft flight to Savute Safari Lodge, a luxury lodge in the Savute channel inside Chobe National Park. Your timber, glass and thatch chalet has a private viewing deck and you will enjoy two days of game viewing activities in special open vehicles in search of the big cats with your camp guide. SAVUTE safari LODGE Day Moremi Morning light aircraft flight to Camp Moremi, situated in the Moremi Wildlife Reserve. Your luxury tent has twin beds with private bathroom. The main treehouse overlooking the Xakanaxa lagoon houses the dining area, the lookout bar, library and lounge. Enjoy two days of escorted game viewing by open safari vehicles or on foot with your camp guide. CAMP MOREMI Day Okavango An early morning game drive, return for breakfast and depart by motor boat for Camp Okavango, built on an island deep in the heart of the Okavango delta. This unique journey travels through the many waterways of the Okavango. Camp Okavango offers the same luxury tented facilities as Camp Moremi. Two days of fully escorted game viewing by mokoro (canoe) or walking on a nearby island. Fishing is also available on the delta. CAMP OKAVANGO Day 7 Departure A final early morning of game viewing activity. Breakfast and return flight to Maun where you will connect with your onward flight safari costs January to March 4, April & May 4, June to November 6, Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply safari DATES Wings Over Botswana operates on any day safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated All wildlife activities described with an expert guide Three domestic flights within Botswana as described Special boat transfer between camps in the Okavango All national park fees and government taxes A meet & greet service by our local representatives Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs attracts hundreds of bird species. Our Wings Over Botswana safari is the ideal journey in this fascinating country as you travel to Chobe, Moremi and Okavango. a f r i c a

24 The best beds in south africa Here are just a few of our favourite hotels and resorts in South Africa. The Melrose Arch Hotel in Johannesburg s northern suburbs is a luxury hip hotel offering a new and fresh guest experience with some unique twists. The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City is an iconic resort hotel, globally famous, and any visit to South Africa is incomplete without a visit to this incredible hotel and location. The V&A Waterfront is Cape Town s best location and there are now four excellent hotels in this precinct. The V&A Hotel, the original hotel, still retains its charm and unobtrusive service. The Table Bay Hotel is a large world class hotel with all the facilities with views to both Table Mountain and Atlantic Ocean. The Cape Grace Hotel is a small, exclusive hotel that is more like a private club than hotel. The One&Only is a new hotel that sets a new benchmark for luxury in Cape Town. Wildlife Safari has a many other favourite hotels hotels, resorts and inns throughout South Africa. Melrose Arch Hotel South Africa has a huge selection of hotels, lodges, camps and resorts, many built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, ranging from good value for money all the way to some of the finest luxury hotels in the world. Wildlife Safari offers a selection of hotels across the luxury end of the market, each selected for its unique location, facilities and services. However, it s not possible to include every suitable hotel in our preferred properties selection, we can arrange stays at other hotels according to our guests preference. Please contact Wildlife Safari for more information about our selection of South Africa hotels as new hotels open all the time. Table Bay Hotel One&Only V & A Hotel Cape Grace Hotel The Palace of the Lost City 24 a f r i c a

25 The Sun Safari 8 days The Highlights of Southern Africa TO VICTORIA FALLS SUN CITY JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA Day Sun City You will be met on arrival in Johannesburg and transferred by private vehicle to Sun City, South Africa s world famous golf resort, casino and spa sanctuary. Two full days to enjoy the many facilities including two championship golf courses, casino, live entertainment, numerous restaurants and bars, amusement park and other activities. DAY 6 CAPE TOWN Morning tour of Cape Town with private vehicle and guide, starting with the cable car ride to the summit of Table Mountain (weather permitting) for spectacular views of Cape Town and surrounds. Continue with a tour of the Cape Malay quarter and city of Cape Town stopping at various points of interest. The afternoon is at leisure safari costs SILVER GOLD January to April 3, , May 2, , June & July 2010 FIFA World Cup* August 2, , September to November 3, , Airfare & Taxes (LVI/CPT) 1, , Day Victoria Falls DAY 7 CAPE TOWN * Call Wildlife Safari for details. CAPE TOWN South Africa is a diverse destination and The Sun Safari offers a quick taste of this country s colourful history, culture, flora and fauna. Commence in Johannesburg, from where you will be transferred directly to Sun City, with two days to relax and enjoy the world class facilities. Fly to Livingstone, Zambia to explore the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the world s natural wonders before flying to Cape Town to conclude your journey with three exciting days. Wildlife Safari can custom design any luxury, private journey through South Africa and surrounding countries from a selection of locations with unique Morning drive back to Johannesburg airport and board your flight to Livingstone, Zambia. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your resort on the banks of the Zambezi. The next two days are free to explore the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the world s natural wonders. You will also enjoy an escorted walking tour of the Falls and a late afternoon cruise on the mighty Zambezi. Other optional activities are also available. Day 5 Cape Town Morning at leisure before your transfer to Livingstone airport and and return to Johannesburg to connect with your flight to Cape Town. You will be met on arrival in Cape Town and transferred to your hotel, with the rest of the day at leisure to explore the Cape Waterfront area. Depart on your full day tour of the Cape wine district with private vehicle and guide, visiting several boutique wineries for wine tasting, tour of the historic town of Franschoek and lunch. Drive through the university town of Stellenbosch on your return to Cape Town. DAY 8 DEPARTURE Morning transfer to Cape Town airport by private vehicle. LOCATION SILVER GOLD Sun City Cascades The Palace Victoria Falls Zambezi Sun Royal Livingstone Cape Town V&A Hotel Table Bay Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply safari DATES The Sun Safari operates on any day safari INCLUDES Choice of accommodation for the entire tour Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by private air conditioned vehicles All sightseeing activities described in the itinerary Services of an experienced guide for all activities All monument entrance fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs activities and experiences throughout. a f r i c a

26 South Africa Explorer 13 days The best of South Africa Day Johannesburg Day 4 kruger DAY 7K knysna KRUGER JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA OUDTSTHOORN CAPE TOWN PORT ELIZABETH KNYSNA South Africa is an amazingly diverse country with a rich history, geography and culture. Your exciting safari begins with two days in the cosmopolitan city of Johannesburg, after which you travel to the Kruger National Park for some close and personal game viewing before travelling along the scenic Garden Route from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, one of the world s most beautiful cities. Wildlife Safari can custom design any luxury, private journey through South Africa and surrounding countries from a selection of locations with unique activities and experiences. Arrive in Johannesburg where your Wildlife Safari representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel in the northern suburbs. Embark the next morning on a sightseeing tour of Johannesburg, visiting the city and suburbs including Museum Africa. Afternoon tour of Soweto, a sprawling metropolis on the outskirts of Johannesburg. Soweto gives visitors a glimpse of South Africa s turbulent past and you will visit with some of the local people and even stop at a Shebeen or local bar, before returning to your hotel. DAY 3 kruger Transfer to Johannesburg airport for your scheduled flight to your private wildlife sanctuary, adjacent to the Kruger National Park. Lunch at your private safari lodge and set off on your late afternoon game viewing in the private wildlife sanctuary adjoining the world famous Kruger National Park, home to the greatest number of wildlife species in Africa. Return to your lodge just after sunset and enjoy a magnificent brai barbecue served in a boma under the stars. All game viewing activities by open vehicle or on foot with your group guide. Spend the day game viewing. Besides the big five you may also encounter giraffe, several antelope species, hippo, crocodile as well as over four hundred species of birds. Your expert wildlife guide will plan your day of game viewing, conducted in open vehicles. Night game viewing and walking safaris with your guide are also available. DAY 5 PORT ELIZABETH Return flight to Johannesburg airport this morning where you connect to Port Elizabeth. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel, with the rest of the day at leisure. HACKLEWOOD HILL DAY 6 knysna Depart on your Garden Route tour driving west following the Indian Ocean coastline and the inland soaring mountain ranges and indigenous forests. Arrive at your hotel in Knysna, nestling on the banks of a beautiful lagoon in the heart of The Garden Route. The afternoon is at leisure to relax or explore the quaint town of Knysna. KNYSNA QUAYS HOTEL Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before embarking on a lagoon cruise to the Featherbed Nature Reserve where you can take a trailer ride to the top of Western Head to enjoy panoramic views of the town and lagoon before returning for lunch under the milkwood trees. The afternoon is at leisure to further explore this charming town set around a natural harbour lagoon. KNYSNA QUAYS HOTEL (B,L) DAY 8 OUDTSHOORN Travel through the Outeniqua Pass to Oudtshoorn, the centre of the world s Ostrich farming industry. Take a guided tour of a working Ostrich farm where you can also ride an ostrich. Continue to the spectacular limestone caverns of the Cango Caves, one of the world s great natural wonders, for a guided tour. Late afternoon arrival at your hotel in Oudtshoorn before dinner this evening. QUEENS HOTEL (B,D) DAY 9 CAPE TOWN Breakfast and drive along Route 62 through the Little Karoo desert to Montagu, a picturesque and historic spa town. Continue driving to Cape Town, the oldest city in South Africa, and set at the foot of Table Mountain. Arrive at your hotel on the Cape Waterfront from where you will explore and enjoy this fascinating city a f r i c a

27 South Africa Explorer 13 days The best of South Africa Day 10 Cape Town Morning departure on your full day private tour of the Cape Peninsula, driving through Sea Point, along Marine Drive, past Camps Bay, Hout Bay and Chapman s Peak. Continue to Cape Point, the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Afternoon visit to Simon s Town, a historic naval town, and the Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, home to the finest collection of flora. You may substitute this tour for full day private tour of Cape winelands at no additional cost. DAY 11 CAPE town Morning tour of Cape Town with private vehicle and guide, starting with the cable car ride to the summit of Table Mountain (weather permitting) for spectacular views of Cape Town and surrounds. Continue with a tour of the Cape Malay quarter and city of Cape Town stopping at various points of interest. The afternoon is at leisure for optional sightseeing. Day 12 CAPE town A full day at leisure to explore Cape Town. The waterfront area has hundreds of shops, restaurants and other attractions, and optional sightseeing tours are available from our local office. day 13 DEPART CAPE TOWN Transfer to Cape Town airport safari costs SILVER GOLD PLATINUM January to April 6, , , May 5, , , June & July 2010 FIFA World Cup Call for details August 5, , , September & October 6, , , Airfare & Taxes (JNB/PLZ) JOHANNESBURG Balalaika Melrose Arch Michelangelo KRUGER Lion Sands Sabi Sabi Singita CAPE TOWN V&A Hotel Table Bay Cape Grace Costs in AU$ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available Additional peak season supplements may apply SAFARI DATES South Africa Explorer operates every Thursday. EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES Private walking safari with licensed guide Special shopping credit at STREETWIRES Private visit to Chris Barnard s Heart Museum Dinner & drumming at The Gold Museum Special farewell gift from Wildlife Safari Above courtesy of Wildlife Safari (value $400pp) safari INCLUDES Choice of accommodation for the entire tour Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by private air conditioned vehicles All sightseeing activities described in the itinerary Return airfares from Johannesburg to Kruger Services of an experienced guide for all activities All entrance fees, sanctuary fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs a f r i c a

28 South Africa Safari Sojourns Kruger National Park is the largest wildlife sanctuary in South Africa. In addition to the lodges situated inside Kruger, there are also hundreds of safari lodges and camps, of varying standards, built on the numerous private concessions that surround Kruger like a patchwork quilt. Wildlife Safari has selected the five finest private wildlife concessions in this region and features the few excellent safari lodges and camps contained within these properties. Other lodges and camps are available on request from Wildlife Safari. Lion Sands Honeymoon Suite Lion Sands is situated in the southern Kruger region and is the only property to have full access to the Sabie River. The density and diversity of wildlife within this private wildlife sanctuary is amazing and numerous game viewing activities are really the experience of a lifetime. The safari lodge offers excellent accommodations with an unforgettable culinary journey and service at value that is second to none. KAPAMA is situated in the heart of a thirteen thousand hectare wildlife sanctuary in Limpopo Province. The main lodge overlooks a tranquil lake with a deck of bird watching and guests stay in well equipped thatched roof chalets. The Drakensberg Mountains provide a spectacular backdrop to Kapama River Lodge, which is one of the largest in the Kruger region. Buffalo Camp is small and exclusive with just eight large tents on raised platforms among the treetops. Sabi Sabi is one of the finest private wildlife sanctuaries with four unique safari lodges. Bush Lodge overlooks a floodlit waterhole, Earth Lodge is an intimate property in the heart of the bushveld and Selati Lodge is designed with an early 20th century luxury theme. Little Bush Camp is a recent addition to the Sabi Sabi family. Game viewing by open four wheel drive vehicles are escorted by expert guides and trackers. Night game drives and escorted bush walks are included. Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge Kapama 28 a f r i c a

29 South Africa Safari Sojourns Royal Malewane, on the western fringe of Kruger, welcomes a maximum of just twenty guests. It s the exclusive escape for those seeking privacy, personal service and some of the best wildlife viewing. Each suite has a private pool and is linked by elevated walkway to the other guest areas. The cuisine is world class while expert game rangers will tailor make your wildlife activities in the private sanctuary. Singita is the benchmark for all private safari lodges & camps surrounding Kruger National Park. Singita rightly deserves its best safari lodge in the world accolade as no expense has been spared on each suite. Singita has two separate lodges, Boulders and Ebony, both have identical levels of very personal service and outstanding cuisine. The wildlife biodiversity, game viewing experience and guide expertise is commensurate with its world s best accolade. safari costs Kapama Main Lodge from Lion Sands River Lodge from Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge from Royal Malewane from Singita Boulders or Ebony from Includes two nights luxury accommodations, all meals daily on safari, all wildlife viewing activities escorted by a professional guide and tracker, return airfares from Johannesburg, all sanctuary fees, government taxes and charges. Peak season supplements may apply to above rates. Single supplements available on request. Singita Royal Malewane a f r i c a

30 Rovos R ail the world s most luxurious train Rovos Rail, without doubt the world s finest train, offers a selection of all inclusive rail journeys around Southern Africa, and beyond. A maximum of just seventy two guests have a choice of three cabin categories but everyone receives the same impeccable service at all times. Rovos Rail is an all inclusive experience with excellent accommodations in any cabin category, outstanding cuisine and service. Please contact Wildlife Safari for details of Rovos Rail journeys, 2010 rates and dates. Only Wildlife Safari guests earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points for travelling on Rovos Rail. Pretoria to Durban (2 nights/3days) Depart Pretoria and journey through to Heidelberg and traverse Majuba Hill before the overnight stop. Early morning game viewing at a private sanctuary followed by an escorted tour of the Boer War battlefields. Enjoy a traditional South Africa dinner at a safari lodge. Continue the next morning to Pietermaritzburg, travelling through the valley of a thousand hills to Durban. Pretoria to Cape Town (2 nights/3 days) A unique journey through South Africa from Pretoria to Cape Town, crossing the Great Karoo desert, through the wineries of the Cape to the foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town. Includes a visit to the Kimberley diamond mine. Pretoria to Victoria Falls (2 nights/3 days) This exciting journey takes you from Pretoria to Victoria Falls. This train journey travels through the Magaliesberg mountains to the border. Game viewing from the train to Victoria Falls. Cape Town to George (1 night/2 days) An overnight journey along the picturesque Garden Route includes a wine tasting stop en route. Travel for part of the journey along the coast before arriving at George. Cape Town to Dar es Salaam (13 nights/14 days) Journey through South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania. It is destined to become the most famous rail journey in the world, including visits to Kimberley, Pretoria, Madikwe National Park, Victoria Falls, Lusaka, the Luangwa Valley and the Tanzam Railway into the historical city of Dar es Salaam costs PULLMAN DELUXE ROYAL Pretoria to Durban Pretoria to Cape Town Pretoria to Victoria Falls Cape Town to George Cape Town to Dar es Salaam Includes accommodations with private ensuite bathroom, all meals during the train journey, all beverages, fully escorted sightseeing excursions during the train journey, all entrance fees and government taxes journey dates and single supplements are available on request. All Rovos Rail journeys operate in both directions. Earn one QFF point for every dollar spent on Rovos Rail journey only with Wildlife Safari. Pullman Suite Deluxe Suite Royal Suite 30 a f r i c a

31 Wings over namibia 8 DAYS AN EXCITING JOURNEY BY LIGHT AIRCRAFT NAMIBIA ETOSHA DAMARALAND WINDHOEK SWAKOPMUND SOSSUSVLEI FISH RIVER CANYON Namibia is a wild and desolate country containing some of the most unique landscapes on the planet. This exciting journey by light aircraft travels from Windhoek, the capital, to the edge of the Kalahari Desert, the magnificent Sossusvlei sand dunes, the cold and barren Skeleton coast and finally the Etosha wildlife sanctuary before returning to Windhoek. Covering the vast distances by light aircraft is the only way to travel and you will stay at small hotels and safari lodges, offering a very personal service. Our Wings Over Namibia is the perfect safari for the second time adventurous visitor to Africa. DAY 1 WINDHOEK Arrive in Windhoek, Namibia where you will be met and escorted to your small, luxury inn near the city. A welcome briefing with the rest of the day at leisure. OLIVE GROVE GUESTHOUSE DAY 2 FISH RIVER CANYON Transfer to the airport and board your light aircraft, flying along the edge of the Kalahari desert to the magnificent boulder studded plains and hills of the Fish River Canyon. Transfer on arrival to your safari lodge with the afternoon free to explore the nature trail. CANON LODGE (B,D) DAY 3 SOSSUSVLEI Morning excursion to the spectacular rim of the Fish River Canyon before boarding your aircraft for a scenic flight over the sand dunes of the Namib desert. Arrive at Sesriem and transfer to your lodge with the afternoon at leisure. SOSSUSVLEI LODGE (B,D) DAY 4 SWAKOPMUND A very early breakfast and depart for the Sossusvlei sand dunes, the world s highest, arriving in time for sunrise. Continue through the heart of the Namib desert to the Sesriem Canyon to explore the gorges. Board your aircraft and fly along the harsh and barren Atlantic coastline to the holiday town of Swakopmund. Enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants in town. HOTEL HANSA DAY 5 DAMARALAND Travel to Walvis Bay for a cruise to view marine and birdlife and enjoy the fresh local oysters. Return to Swakopmund and fly over the Skeleton coast to Damaraland, where steep mountains tower over ancient riverbeds. This is the home of the rare desert elephant and you transfer on arrival to your safari lodge. TWYFELFONTEIN COUNTRY LODGE (B,D) DAY 6 ETOSHA Morning visit to the ancient rock art site at Twyfelfontein before flying to the Etosha National Park in northern Namibia. Transfer on arrival to your safari lodge with the afternoon to relax and enjoy the spa facilities. EAGLE TENTED LODGE & SPA (B,D) DAY 7 ETOSHA A full day game viewing drive in the Etosha National Park, home to a multitude of animal species of the Southern African savannah plains, exploring the numerous waterholes and saltpans where wildlife congregates. Late afternoon return to your safari lodge. EAGLE TENTED LODGE & SPA (B,D) DAY 8 DEPART WINDHOEK Breakfast and board your aircraft for the flight to Windhoek, with transfer on arrival to the International airport for your onward flight safari costs costs Month January to December 5, Price Single Costs in room AU$ supplements per person share available twin on room request Single Wildlife room Safari supplements has special available airfares for on this request safari Wildlife Additional Safari peak has season special supplements airfares available may apply Additional peak season supplements may apply safari DATES to come SAFARI DATES Wings Over Namibia operates every Sunday safari INCLUDES to come SAFARI INCLUDES Excellent accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated Ground transport by 4WD and other vehicles Services of experienced guides throughout your safari All domestic flights in Namibia by special light aircraft All entrance fees, national park fees and taxes Private airport transfers with our meet & greet service Exclusive document wallet and luggage tags Globetrotter guidebook and binoculars One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs a f r i c a

32 EXOTIC EXTENSIONS Extend your Signature Safari with one or more of our exotic extensions either before or after your main journey. Wildlife Safari can create almost any private journey or exotic extension to any of the destinations we sell in Africa, and beyond. Contact us for suggestions and information. ZANZIBAR The exotic spice island of Zanzibar has been the trading hub of the Indian Ocean for nearly two thousand years. It continues to attract visitors with its colourful history and culture, as well as some of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast of Africa. Spend three nights at the heritage Zanzibar Serena Inn in the heart of the historic Stonetown precinct with breakfast daily, a half day guided walking tour of old Zanzibar, return private airport transfers and all taxes from $ per person. Fly direct from Nairobi, Arusha or Dar es Salaam daily. LAMU Lamu is a tiny island that time has almost forgotten off the northern coast of Kenya. Donkeys and bicycles are the only form of transport on the island that has maintained its Swahili culture. Wander through the narrow streets of Lamu town or just relax and enjoy the Peponi Hotel on the beautiful Shela beach. The Peponi is a Lamu institution and you can spend three nights here with breakfast daily and return boat transfers from the airport on nearby Manda island and all taxes from $ per person. Fly direct from Nairobi daily. MOUNT KILIMANJARO Africa s highest mountain offers several routes to the summit without requiring any technical skills. Wildlife Safari hires the finest mountain guides, two porters for every climber, and a trained cook to prepare nourishing meals at the dormitory style huts on the route. Safety is our main priority and we add an extra day half way up the mountain to adjust to the altitude. Climbing Kilimanjaro usually requires six days with a night before and after in Arusha from $1, per person, including return transfers from Arusha, all fees and staff for the mountain climb. Contact Wildlife Safari for details. VICTORIA FALLS One of the world s natural wonders, and the largest waterfall by volume with millions of litres of Zambezi river water cascading over the chasm every second. Victoria Falls attracts millions of visitors each year, with a selection of hotels on both the Zimbabwe and Zambia sides of the river. Stay two nights at Victoria Falls with breakfast daily, return private airport transfers, walking tour of The Falls, sunset cruise on the Zambezi and all taxes from $ per person. Direct flights available from Johannesburg daily with local transfers from Zimbabwe and Botswana a f r i c a

33 EXOTIC EXTENSIONS CHOBE NATIONAL PARK Chobe National Park in Botswana has one of the highest concentrations of elephant on the planet and is easily reached by road from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe or Livingstone, Zambia or by charter flight from elsewhere in Botswana. The Chobe river forms the northeast border of the park and the Chobe Safari Lodge, the only lodge situated inside the national park, is the ideal base for game viewing either by boat or open safari vehicles. Two nights in the luxury lodge with all meals, game viewing activities, national park fees, return transfers from Livingstone and all taxes from $1, per person. The Zambezi Queen Experience the thrill of an African safari from your own private suite aboard a luxurious forty five metre riverboat on the great Chobe River between Namibia and Botswana. The Zambezi Queen is Africa s newest luxury riverboat safari, launched in late 2009, operating two or three night cruises. Guests are accommodated in ten suites and four master suites, all have private ensuite bathrooms and balconies. All meals during the cruise are included and there is a wide choice of beverages available at the bar or the outdoor deck lounges and pool deck. Cruise activities include bird and game viewing from smaller boats as well as fishing during the season. Two night cruise from $1, per person. Contact Wildlife Safari for details. THE GARDEN ROUTE The mythical Garden Route describes the road journey from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth that may be taken as a scheduled tour but is best experienced as a self drive journey based on a custom designed itinerary staying at small, exclusive inns and resorts along the way and enjoying local cuisine and wine, attractions and activities. The drive will take as long as you want and Wildlife Safari can arrange almost every aspect of your Garden Route tour. MOZAMBIQUE Mozambique is Africa s last unspoilt paradise with over 2,500km of stunning white powder beaches and strings of small islands in various archipelago surrounded by unexplored coral reefs. This former Portuguese colony has emerged from civil war and Marxist rule to become a free market economy and join the Commonwealth. But it still retains its vibrant blend of African, Arab and Portuguese cultures. Mozambique is the ideal beach extension after South Africa and there are several boutique style resorts on Benguerra and Bazaruto island with direct flights from Johannesburg to Vilancoulos. Contact Wildlife Safari for details. INDIAN OCEAN ISLANDS The islands of Seychelles, Mauritius, Madagascar and Reunion cover an immense part of the Indian Ocean and are considered as part of Africa, politically and economically. Seychelles is an unspoiled paradise of over one hundred islands straddling the equator that is best known for its rare and endangered fauna and its exclusive resorts. Some resorts occupy entire islands and offer the ultimate tropical escape. Mauritius is a single, sub tropical, island easily reached from Australia as well as Johannesburg and Nairobi, with choice of numerous resorts offering excellent value for money. Madagascar is the world s fourth largest island and an ecological paradise with many unique species of flora and fauna. Although infrastructure and facilities are limited, the adventurous traveller will enjoy spending a few days exploring this island. The island of Reunion, a French department in the southwest Indian Ocean, is like a tropical version of Paris, with an active volcano offering another unique perspective of Africa. Direct flights from Sydney to Reunion continue to Johannesburg, Seychelles and other destinations. Call Wildlife Safari for a copy of our INDIAN OCEAN brochure and we will help plan an exotic escape to one or more of these Indian Ocean islands. a f r i c a