Private India Safari for Mr. Aladdin

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1 CK/ /23 Made in Africa Tours Tel: +27 (0) Fax: +27 (0) HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ITINERARY: Private India Safari for Mr. Aladdin Jungle Odyssey 14 Days / 13 Nights (2016) Exotic Indian wildlife on game drives with trained naturalists at Bandhavgarh / Kanha & Pench National Park. Leopard at Jawai Leopard Camp Note: On Wednesdays Afternoon game drives are not operational in all Madhya Pradesh National Parks as per the rules of the Government. Optional activities are offered to our guests at the lodge which they can take when they arrive at the lodge. JUNGLE ODYSSEY CUSTOM-DESIGNED ITINERARY DATE SERVICE ACCOMMODATION Jan 09 Meet and Greet at Delhi airport Transfer to the Hotel 01 night at Hotel JW Marriott. Deluxe Room B&B Jan 10 Morning transfer to Delhi Airport in time to board the flight to Jabalpur On arrival transfer to Mahua Kothi Jungle Lodge at Bandhavgarh National Park (04 ½ Hours Drive) 03 nights at Mahua Kothi Jungle Lodge Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Afternoon game drive Jan 11 Jan 12 Jan 13 Morning game drive Afternoon drive to Kanha National Park ( 06 Hours)

2 On arrival check-in at Banjar Tola Tented Camp at Kanha National Park 03 nights at Banjar Tola Tented Camp Luxury Tent Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 14 Jan 15 Jan 16 Morning game drive Afternoon drive to Pench National Park ( 04 Hours) On arrival check-in into Baghvan Jungle Lodge 03 nights at Baghvan Jungle Lodge Air Conditioned Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 19 Morning game drive Afternoon transfer to Nagpur Airport (02 ½ Hour Drive) for flight to Mumbai On arrival transfer to your Hotel 01 Night at the Taj Lands End Hotel Deluxe Room B&B Jan 20 Early Morning transfer to Mumbai Airport in time to board the flight to Udaipur On arrival transfer to the Jawai Leopard Camp at Jawai (04 ½ Hours Drive) On arrival check-in into Jawai Leopard Camp Afternoon game drive 02 nights at Jawai Leopard Camp Luxury Tent Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 21 Jan 22 Morning game drive Afternoon transfer to Udaipur Airport (04 ½ Hour Drive) for flight to Delhi On arrival remain in transit and connect your

3 international flight GLOSSARY B&B = Bed and Breakfast Basis JP = Jungle Plan basis ( All Meals + 2 Game Drives) ENTRY / VISA REQUIREMENTS As for all international travel, the visitor to India is required to be in possession of a valid passport and visa. Travellers from all countries need a visa. Enquire about this from the Indian diplomatic Representatives abroad. DETAILED ITINERARY JANUARY 09: (SAT) ARRIVE DELHI Arrive into Delhi by International flight. Following customs & immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be met by a representative as you exit the arrival/customs hall. You will be transferred to your Hotel- JW Marriott JW Marriott: Luxury and convenience converge at the JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity. Located adjacent to the Indira Gandhi International Airport, in New Delhi. Spend One night at JW Marriott. Accommodation is in Deluxe room. Your stay is on Bed & Breakfast basis.

4 JANUARY 10 (SUN): DELHI JABALPUR BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK Early this morning you will be met and transferred to the Domestic airport for your flight to Jabalpur. Depart: Delhi at: 0755 hours by: Spice Jet/SG2451 ( Economy Class) Arrive: Jabalpur at: 0945 hours Upon arrival at the Jabalpur airport you will be met by your chauffeur and will be driven to the Bandhavgarh National Park (4 ½ hours drive) An essential stop on any serious tiger safari, Bandhavgarh National Park is renowned for one of India s highest concentrations of this magnificent animal. A relatively small park with a thriving tiger population, it offers guests a good chance of encountering the king of the jungle, as well as a selection of other exotic wildlife. Cradled between the picturesque Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges, Bandhavgarh boasts a breathtaking mixture of dense green valleys and rocky hills. Upon arrival at Bandhavgarh, you will check in at Mahua Kothi Jungle Lodge. Guests in search of an authentic jungle experience won't be disappointed at Mahua Kothi Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge, where just 12 kutiyas scattered around an original homestead disappear into the bamboo fronds. Given over to natural forest, the vast grounds create a park-like atmosphere that guests are free to explore on bicycles invitingly parked in the private courtyards of their jungle suites. Later proceed for an afternoon game drive. Spend 3 nights at Mahua Kothi Jungle Lodge. Accommodation is in an Air Conditioned Cottage with ensuite facilities. Your stay is on Jungle plan basis with All meals & Games drives by exclusive Jeeps.

5 JANUARY 11 & 12 (MON & TUE): BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK Experience morning and afternoon game drives. Explore the dense jungles of Bandhavgarh National Park on early morning and afternoon game drives in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. One of our specially trained naturalists will accompany you throughout, pointing out and explaining details about the fascinating animals and plants of the jungle. Your early morning drive enters the park as the dawn is breaking over the jungle. On an afternoon drive, watch out for the elusive leopard and listen to the calls of jackal getting ready for the hunt. JANUARY 13 (WED): BANDHAVGARH NATIONAL PARK KANHA NATIONAL PARK Morning game drive. Later drive Kanha National Park (06 Hours). Kanha National Park: Prime tiger wilderness, Kanha National Park was one of the first areas to be protected under Project Tiger, aimed at preserving this magnificent animal, and remains a renowned conservation area. This picturesque reserve boasts the ideal habitat for both tigers and their prey species. Lush sal and bamboo forests are interspersed with vast grassy meadows known as maidans, while the Banjaar River, which forms the park s south-western border, provides a steady water source for the abundant wildlife. On arrival at Kanha, check into Banjaar Tola Tented Camp.

6 Banjaar Tola Tented Camp: Overlooking the lush forests and grassy meadows of Kanha National Park, at Banjaar Tola Kanha Tented Camp you are one with the environment. Admire stunning river views from the privacy of your own veranda or share the experiences of the day on dramatic decks facing the Banjaar River. Spend 3 nights at Banjaar Tola Tented Camp. Accommodation is in a Luxury Tent with en-suite facilities. Your stay is on Jungle plan basis including scheduled game drives by exclusive Jeeps.

7 JANUARY 14 & 15 (THU & FRI): KANHA NATIONAL PARK Experience morning and afternoon game drives at Kanha National Park. Explore the sal and bamboo forests of Kanha National Park on early morning and afternoon game drives in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. One of our specially trained naturalists will accompany you throughout, pointing out and explaining details about the fascinating animals and plants of the jungle. Your early morning drive enters the park as dawn is breaking over the jungle. Explore the meadows, or maidans, where scores of grazing herbivores attract tiger, leopard and wild dog to the edges of the clearings. On an afternoon drive, the wildlife is settling down for the night or having a final drink at the Banjaar River or the many perennial streams that run through the park. Watch out for the elusive leopard and listen to the calling of jackal getting ready for the hunt. JANUARY 16 (SAT): KANHA NATIONAL PARK PENCH NATIONAL PARK Morning game drive. In the afternoon you be driven to Pench National Park (4 Hour Drive). A spectacular natural reserve set among typical Central Indian teak jungle, Pench offers a quiet and secluded game viewing experience. Taking its name from the meandering Pench River which intersects the park, the reserve sprawls over a breath-taking landscape of hills, forests and valleys. Coupled with the feeling of having the entire forest for yourself, the gentle, undulating scenery of the Satpura Hills creates an unforgettable jungle experience. The mosaic of vegetation, from lush valleys to dry, deciduous forests creates a range of habitats for India s exotic wildlife. Flat hilltops known as dadars appear among grassy expanses and Riverine forest. A typical Central Indian Teak forest, Pench supports a rich variety of wildlife, including the tiger, leopard, wild dog, and gaur, and sambar, chital and brilliant wildlife.

8 Upon arrival at Pench, you will check in at Baghvan Jungle Lodge. With its open rooftop machans and large wooden decks that overlook the shady nullah, guests at Baghvan are constantly immersed in the sights and sounds of the Indian jungle. Rich birdlife flits through the trees overhanging your machaan and monkeys chatter excitedly in the dense foliage. The sandy bed of the dry nullah provides a clear path through the dense jungle for the forest's inhabitants and guests needn't be surprised to find a sambar deer on their doorstep in the morning. Spend 3 nights at Baghvan Jungle Lodge. Accommodation is in an air conditioned cottage with en-suite facilities. Your stay is on Jungle plan basis including scheduled games drives by exclusive Jeeps. JANUARY 17 & 18 (SUN & MON): PENCH NATIONAL PARK Explore the dense jungles of Pench National Park on early morning and afternoon game drives in an open 4x4 safari vehicle. One of our specially trained naturalists will accompany you throughout, pointing out and explaining details about the fascinating animals and plants of the jungle. Your early morning drive enters the park as the dawn is breaking over the jungle. Explore the densely forested parts of the park, where the tiger prefer to hunt, in search of the elusive king of the jungle. JANUARY 19 (TUE): PENCH NATIONAL PARK NAGPUR - MUMBAI Morning game drive. Late afternoon drive to Nagpur Airport for flight to Mumbai (02 ½ Hour Drive) Depart: Nagpur at:1710 Hrs by: 9W 7134 (Economy class) Arrive: Mumbai at: 1840 Hrs

9 On arrival in Mumbai you will be transferred to the Hotel Taj Lands End Hotel Spend 1 night at Taj Lands End Hotel. Accommodation is in Deluxe room. Your stay is on Bed & Breakfast basis. JANUARY 20 (WED): MUMBAI UDAIPUR JAWAI Early Morning transfer to Mumbai Airport for flight to Udaipur Depart: Mumbai at:0515 Hrs by: 9W 7093 (Economy class) Arrive: Udaipur at: 0635 Hrs On arrival drive to Jawai (140 Kms / 3 ½ Hours). On arrival check-in at Jawai Leopard Camp. Jawai Leopard Camp is an experiential jungle lodge set on the edge of the Jawai dam area in Jawai Bandh (Rajasthan) comprising eight luxury tented suites. The area is renowned for its Exceptional Leopard sightings, bird watching and an exclusive wildlife and bird watching experience. The only property to lie within this unexplored region. Afternoon proceed on a game drive. Spend 2 nights at Jawai Leopard Camp. Accommodation is in a Luxury Tent with en-suite facilities. Your stay is on Jungle Plan basis. JANUARY 21 (THU): JAWAI Morning and afternoon game drives.

10 JANUARY 22 (FRI): JAWAI UDAIPUR DELHI OUT Morning game drive. Later drive to Udaipur Airport in time to connect flight to Delhi Depart: Udaipur at : 1640 Hrs by: AI 472 (Economy class) Arrive: Delhi at : 1800 Hrs Upon arrival remain in transit and connect flight for your onward destination. Depart Delhi by International Flight. END OF SERVICES

11 QUOTE PRICE VALIDITY: 09 JANUARY 2016 TO 22 JANUARY 2016 BASED ON 01 GUEST TRAVELLING & STAYING IN 01 SINGLE ROOM DAY HOTEL NAME ROOM TYPE MEAL PLAN Jan 09 JW Marriott, New Delhi Deluxe Room Bed & Breakfast Jan 10 Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 11 Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 12 Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 13 Banjar Tola, Kanha Luxury Tent Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 14 Banjar Tola, Kanha Luxury Tent Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 15 Banjar Tola, Kanha Luxury Tent Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 16 Baghvan, Pench Air Conditioned Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 17 Baghvan, Pench Air Conditioned Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 18 Baghvan, Pench Air Conditioned Cottage Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 19 Taj Lands End, Mumbai Deluxe Room Bed & Breakfast Jan 20 Jawai Leopard Camp, Jawai Tent Jungle Plan (All Meals + Jan 21 Jawai Leopard Camp, Jawai Tent Jungle Plan (All Meals +

12 COST FOR 01 PAYING GUESTS IN USD VALID FROM 09 JANUARY 2016 TO 22 JANUARY 2016 COST IN USD$ Cost of land arrangements for 01 Guest Supplement for Airfare in economy class for sector Delhi Jabalpur, Nagpur Mumbai Udaipur - Delhi USD$ per person (single) USD$ per person WHAT YOU GET Accommodation on Single Occupancy at all hotels based on the meal plan as mentioned above with bottle water and soft drinks. All transfers, sightseeing and overland trips by 01 Air-conditioned Toyota Innova Game drives with trained English Speaking naturalists as per the itinerary. 16 Exclusive Game drives in the Bandhavgarh, Kanha and Pench National Park. Soft drinks & domestic bottle water during sightseeing tour and long drives. Porterage at all the hotels and airports in each city. All presently applicable government taxes. Travel Journal..AND WHAT YOU DON T Any International Airfare / Airport taxes. Any change in tax structure resulting from the hike in published tariff. Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, phone calls etc. Any video / still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit. Any other item not explicitly mentioned under price includes. Any Insurance. INCLUSIONS AT LODGES: Accommodation on Double Room basis Park fees. Photographic fees (non-professional) Services of English Speaking Naturalist Forest guide fees Three meals daily (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) Soft drinks, House Wines, Local Brand Spirits and Beers Teas and Coffees Laundry (06 pieces per person per day) Scheduled Safari activities morning and evening Refreshments on Game Drives Emergency medical evacuation insurance All applicable taxes

13 EXCLUSIONS AT SAFARIS LODGES Telephone calls Safari Shop purchases Champagne, Cognacs, Premium Brand Spirits, Fine Wines and Cigars. Gratuities Any additional taxes and levies