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Wildlife Safari offers special airfares on our favourite airlines, Emirates, Qantas airways, South african airways & air Mauritius, from australia to destinations in africa in conjunction with our land arrangements. regional and domestic airfares on British airways, Kenya airways and air Botswana are also available. all Wildlife Safari airfares are quoted separate to our land arrangements and you do not have to purchase airfares from Wildlife Safari to enjoy our exceptional safaris. Africa EGYPT Wildlife Safari is a Qantas Frequent Flyer program partner. Qantas Frequent Flyer members 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. 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. Equator UGANDA KENYA RWANDA TANZANIA ZAMBIA NAMIBIA ZIMBABWE BOTSWANA MOZAMBIQUE SOUTH AFRICA SEYCHELLES MAURITIUS MADAGASCAR 2 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
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. Wildlife Safari has followed a very simple formula that combines uncompromised safety with exceptional quality of land arrangements with unbeatable value for money with our service, service, service mantra for the past forty years. In a world over filled with call centres in remote locations, Wildlife Safari continues to offer a level of personal service that has become almost extinct with a real person to help you plan your perfect journey. 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 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. africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 3
ten great reasons to tr avel with wildlife safari Wildlife Safari is one of Africa s most experienced and respected safari companies, offering 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, or contact one of our Safari experts for assistance. 1 40 YEARS SAFARI EXPERIENCE Tom Fernandes has been operating luxury safaris in East Africa for 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. Only Wildlife Safari provides this guarantee in writing. 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. 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 companies 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. 1 3 2 4 LUGGAGE SPACE REGULAR 4WD 1 3 5 2 4 6 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 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
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 Kingori, 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 almost 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. africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 5
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 and our 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 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 or tour adjustments. THE WARMEST WELCOME IN AFRICA Your Signature Safari experience starts with the moment you arrive at your destination. A designated customer service manager meets you on arrival at the airport, escorts you to your hotel, provides a welcome safari briefing and arranges any additional sightseeing, dining or other requirements. 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 monuments of ancient 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. DOUBLE QANTAS FREQUENT FLYER POINTS Qantas Frequent Flyer members could earn DOUBLE Qantas Frequent Flyer points on select Signature Safaris departures during 2011. You do not have to fly Qantas to earn QFF points for land arrangements from Wildlife Safari but other conditions may apply and details of our double points are available from Wildlife Safari. 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. 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 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
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 2011. 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. MASAI 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 and assistance. africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 7
The best beds in Eastern Africa Wildlife Safari is very particular about the hotels, resorts, safari lodges and camps where our guests stay throughout Africa, and our other destinations. There is a huge choice of properties throughout Eastern Africa of varying standards, but Wildlife Safari features only the best option at every location. Unlike most other tour companies, Wildlife Safari does not request or accept any marketing funds from any hotelier or supplier and we don t own, manage or operate any hotels, resorts, lodges or camps anywhere, so we maintain total transparency and feature properties that are best suited for our guests, at all times. Our preferred properties are judged on location, room facilities, property amenities, cuisine standards and staff service. Our city hotels are centrally located with world class facilities while our safari lodges and camps are located in Africa s best wildlife viewing areas. Our preferred list is reviewed regularly and Wildlife Safari is also happy to confirm other hotels at our guests specific request, providing they meet our minimum safety and service standards. Serena Hotels is Wildlife Safari s principal hotel partner in East Africa. 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. Amboseli Serena Lodge Nairobi Serena Hotel Serengeti Serena Lodge Ngorongoro Serena Lodge Mara Serena Lodge 8 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
The best beds in Eastern Africa Fairmont Hotels has acquired two iconic tourism venues in Kenya. The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel first opened on Christmas Day 1904 and has welcomed royalty, rich and famous guests for over a century. This 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. Samburu Intrepids and Mara Intrepids are two excellent under canvas camps in their respective wildlife sanctuaries, both built on the banks of rivers frequented by wildlife and located in the best spots for game viewing. Mara Explorer Camp is an outstanding small and exclusive camp in the heart of the famous Mara Triangle and it s our favourite camp. Wildlife Safari also features a select few independent hotels, resorts and safari camps. The Giraffe Manor in the outer Nairobi suburbs is a unique boutique hotel situated in a sanctuary for the rare Rothschild Giraffe. Larsen s Camp on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro in the Samburu wildlife sanctuary is Tom Fernandes favourite safari camp in Africa. We also have a selection of favourite resorts along the Indian Ocean coast of Kenya and also on Zanzibar and Lamu islands. Mara Explorer Camp The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel Larsen s Camp Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club Mara Intrepids Camp Samburu bush breakfast The Giraffe Manor africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 9
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 Westcliff and The Mount Nelson are iconic Orient Express Hotels that are outstanding in every aspect and a recent inclusion on our preferred list. Wildlife Safari has many other favourite hotels hotels, resorts and inns throughout South Africa. Melrose Arch Hotel South Africa has a huge selection of hotels covering the entire spectrum so Wildlife Safari has created a three category hotels selection. Our Silver hotels offer excellent value without the added cost of some facilities not required by many guests. Our Gold hotels have excellent facilities and service and fit the criteria for most Wildlife Safari guests, while our Platinum hotels are iconic outstanding properties famous worldwide and for the discerning traveller. While price is the main function of our hotel categories, we also consider other criteria including location, facilities, cuisine selection and staff service standards. Our preferred list is reviewed regularly and Wildlife Safari is also happy to confirm other hotels at our guests specific request. Table Bay Hotel The Westcliffe The Mount Nelson Cape Grace Hotel The Palace of the Lost City 10 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
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. 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 lodges and camps in wildlife sanctuaries throughout the country, with varying standards and facilities. Wildlife Safari has enjoyed a long and successful relationship with four outstanding lodges and camps situated in four very different wildlife sanctuaries. These properties are small and intimate and offer an unmatched level of personal service from an experienced team. Each camp has a unique choice of wildlife activities with Botswana s finest team of safari guides sharing their pristine wilderness with every guest. Wildlife Safari also features the three Orient Express properties Eagle Island Camp, Khwai River Lodge and Savute Elephant Camp, perfect for the discerning traveller looking for the ultimate bespoke experience. Camp Moremi Savute Safari Lodge Camp Moremi africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 11
Our 50 best spots in africa Our 50 Best Spots in Africa is our wish list of countries and locations that most of our guests want to visit on the African continent and Indian Ocean. This is the starting place for planning your tailor made safari to Africa from which Wildlife Safari will plan your perfect journey. This is an evolving list and other locations can be added by Wildlife Safari on demand. KENYA Q Nairobi: Kenya s capital starting & finishing point for most East Africa safaris W E R T Y U I Amboseli: A big three sanctuary at the foot of Kilimanjaro, large elephant herds Samburu: Another big three sanctuary in northern Kenya, unique game species Masai Mara: The big three sanctuary not to be missed, extension to the Serengeti Great Rift Valley: Home to numerous lakes including Lake Nakuru, the flamingo haven Mount Kenya: Africa s second highest mountain with numerous sanctuaries Tsavo: Kenya s largest sanctuary, ideal as a safari extension from the coast The Coast: Exotic Mombasa, Lamu and Malindi offer a selection of beach resorts O TANZANIA Arusha: Northern Tanzania city, base for safaris & Kilimanjaro climbs P Ngorongoro: World s largest intact caldera, a biosphere for flora and fauna species { Serengeti: One of Africa s finest sanctuaries, known for the wildebeest migration } Lake Manyara: Great Rift Valley lake, with excellent wildlife population q w e r t y u i o Tarangire: Very seasonal, small sanctuary in northern Tanzania, only good if dry Kilimanjaro: Africa s highest mountain, may be climbed along several routes Zanzibar: The exotic spice island of the Indian Ocean, historic and beautiful Selous: Wild and unexplored sanctuary in southern Tanzania UGANDA Kampala: Uganda s beautiful capital city, surrounded by eleven hills Bwindi: Last refuge of mountain gorilla bordering Rwanda and DR Congo QE II: Untamed sanctuary sitting under the mountains of the moon RWANDA Kigali: Rwanda s capital city, still retains much of its colonial culture Volcanoes: Gorilla sanctuary shared with Uganda and DR Congo, land of volcanoes SOUTH AFRICA p Johannesburg: The city of gold, the huge, commercial heart of South Africa [ Sun City: Magical, mythical billion dollar resort, golf, spa, casino resort ] Kruger: South Africa s largest sanctuary surrounded by private reserves A S D F G H J K L Durban & Natal: Cultural melting pot in the heart of Zulu country, Boer war fields Cape Town: The mother city, a beautiful, exciting, city with appeal for everyone The Garden Route: Picturesque journey, ideal for self drive, through tranquil Western Cape Rovos Rail: The world s most luxurious train, various journeys in Southern Africa BOTSWANA Okavango Delta: World s largest inland waterway, a pristine wilderness Moremi: Wildlife sanctuary borders the Okavango, magnificent flora and fauna Savute: Old river channel that s become an outstanding wildlife sanctuary Chobe: Botswana s largest sanctuary is home to Africa s largest elephant herds NAMIBIA Swakopmund: Atlantic coastal town still resembles an early 20th century German town : Etosha: Namibia s largest sanctuary, excellent game viewing at water holes a Sossusvlei: World s largest sand dunes, exciting landscapes waiting to be explored s Skeleton Coast: Desolate Atlantic coast, old shipping graveyard, unique tribe s people d f g h ZAMBIA Victoria Falls: World s largest by volume, straddles the Zambia-Zimbabwe border Lower Zambezi: Zambezi river flows through this sanctuary teeming with wildlife South Luangwa: Sanctuary along the Luangwa river, excellent for wildlife treks EGYPT Cairo: The ancient capital of Thebes is today the modern capital of Egypt j The Nile: Five thousand years of history has flowed from its source to the sea k Alexandria: Named for Alexander the Great, the city is still finding monuments l Abu Simbel: The world famous temples of Ramses II, moved stone by stone ; The Red Sea: Some of the best scuba diving in the world with excellent resorts Z Western Desert: Follow Alexander the Great, visit ancient oasis and historic towns X MOZAMBIQUE Unspoiled paradise, exotic history of five centuries of Portuguese rule C MAURITIUS Exotic subtropical island, cultural crossroads of the Indian Ocean V SEYCHELLES String of beautiful islands over a million square kilometers of ocean B MADAGASCAR World s fourth largest island, filled with exotic, unique flora and fauna N reunion Small volcanic island, near Mauritius, actually a department of France 12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
cairo to cape town 33 days The ultimate Africa Journey DAY 1 8 EGYPT DAY 16 18 ZANZIBAR DAY 26 33 SOUTH AFRICA egypt zambia botswana south africa kenya tanzania zanzibar Our exceptional 33 day journey travelling through six countries north to south on the African continent is without doubt the finest all inclusive experience to Africa. We offer a choice of airfares on several airlines on the longer journeys but Wildlife Safari will take care of all your regional and domestic airfares within Africa as part of our services. Only the Wildlife Safari Cairo to Cape Town journey includes luxury travel by Nile Cruiser and the world famous Rovos Rail. Visit six countries in thirty three days on one of the finest travel experiences in the world, with numerous Exclusive Experiences from Wildlife Safari at no additional cost and Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn a total of 50,000 QFF points, each on this journey. Arrive in Cairo with an overnight before flying to Aswan to board the Sonesta St George luxury Nile cruise ship for your four night cruise visiting various monuments accompanied by an experienced Egyptologist. Sail from Luxor to Aswan, from where you will fly to the magnificent temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, before returning to Cairo for three days in this ancient city with your private guide and vehicle, visiting the great Pyramids at Giza and treasures at the Cairo museum. DAY 9 11 KENYA Your late night flight from Cairo to Nairobi arrives early the next morning where your Wildlife Safari representative will meet and escort you to a hotel where you can have breakfast before boarding a short flight to the world famous Masai Mara wildlife sanctuary. Enjoy three days of game viewing while staying at one of the finest safari camps in Africa with your private vehicle and guide. The dawn hot air balloon excursion is another experience included on your stay. DAY 12 15 TANZANIA Continue your game viewing as you cross the border into Tanzania and spend the next two days game viewing in the Grumeti region of the Serengeti National Park staying at another exclusive safari camp. Drive across the Serengeti plains stopping at Olduvai Gorge to visit the archaeological site before arriving at Ngorongoro Crater, the world s largest intact caldera. The wildlife on the crater floor are contained in a mini biosphere. Drive to Arusha and board your short flight to Zanzibar island with three days to explore this exotic island from your heritage hotel in Stone Town. With dozens of old buildings filled with boutiques and cafes, our local representative will arrange a guided walking tour of the old town. You have time to relax on a secluded beach or take a sunset sail. DAY 19 JOHANNESBURG An early flight to Dar es Salaam and connect with your flight to Johannesburg, with transfer on arrival to your luxury hotel. DAY 20 23 BOTSWANA Return to Johannesburg airport and fly to Maun, Botswana where you will fly on to your small safari camp on an island in the heart of the Okavango delta, an area covered by thousands of channels and waterways, with a huge wildlife population of all species. Two days of wildlife viewing activities by canoe or on foot with an experienced safari guide. Continue north to the Chobe National Park for two days of game viewing in the wildlife sanctuary by open vehicles or larger boat on the Chobe river. DAY 24 & 25 ZAMBIA A short drive and boat ride across the Zambezi river to Livingstone, on the Zambia side of Victoria Falls, with two days at The Falls. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi as well as an escorted walking tour. Your luxury resort sits along the banks of the Zambezi and there is ample time to explore. Fly to Johannesburg for the final week of this journey, before boarding the Rovos Rail, the finest luxury train in the world, for the two day train journey from Pretoria to Cape Town. This is an outstanding journey with very comfortable accommodation, all meals and beverages and two excursions off the train, including the Big Hole at Kimberly. Rovos Rail is an all inclusive experience and these two days are unforgettable. Arrive in Cape Town, one of the most beautiful cities in the world with four days to explore this cosmopolitan city, while staying at one of the legendary hotels in the world. We have included several excursions in and around Cape Town with ample time to explore on your own before you transfer to the airport for your flight home or onto another exotic Wildlife Safari location. tour Costs From $25,000 per person share twin room including regional & domestic flights within Africa. Single room supplements available on request and Wildlife Safari has special international airfares. Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn 50,000 QFF points when you book and travel on this tour. This tour operates monthly with guaranteed departures based on a minimum of two passengers. Contact Wildlife Safari for a detailed itinerary, departure dates, tour costs and inclusions for this tour. Wildlife Safari can design a tailor made Cairo to Cape Town journey to suit your particular preferences. africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 13
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 longest established safari is perfect for the first time visitor with enough time to explore East Africa s eight finest wildlife sanctuaries including Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti in northern Tanzania and the Amboseli, Mount Kenya, Samburu, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara sanctuaries in Kenya. This all inclusive safari offers more wildlife viewing time than any other safari in Africa, with two night stays at almost every location. It also represents excellent value and also includes nine Exclusive Experiences with a value of $600 per person and Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn DOUBLE QFF points on this safari.* * Conditions apply, contact us for details 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 at leisure 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 in the sanctuary. LAKE MANYARA SERENA LODGE Day 3 + 4 Serengeti Continue this morning to the Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro conservation area, 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 free to explore the coffee farm or 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 drive in Amboseli 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. Enjoy a special al fresco dinner this evening at your safari lodge. 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 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 room. serena MOUNTAIN LODGE Day 11 Samburu Drive through the town of Isiolo, occasionally passing nomadic Samburu tribesmen. Arrive for lunch at the Samburu Intrepids Camp, 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 Intrepids Camp 14 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
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 Intrepids Camp Day 13 + 14 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 for dinner. 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 16 + 17 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 traditional Masai tribal 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. You will be met on arrival and escorted to your hotel before an afternoon sightseeing tour of Nairobi. Farewell dinner at The Mandhari restaurant at your hotel this evening. 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 Mara Intrepids Camp, a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Talek 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 11,250.00 April & May 9,250.00 June 11,250.00 July October 12,000.00 November December 11,750.00 Mara Under Canvas 750.00 Hot Air Balloon 500.00 Costs in $ 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 Maghreb 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 Document wallet, luggage tags and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs safari DATES 2011 2012 January...3 + 17 2 + 16 February...7 + 21 6 + 20 March...7 + 21 5 + 19 April...4 + 18 2 + 16 + 30 May...2 + 16 14 + 28 June... 6 11 July...4 + 18 2 + 16 August...1 + 15 6 + 20 September...5 + 19 3 + 17 October...3 + 17 1 + 15 + 29 November...7 + 21 12 December...12 + 26 3 + 17 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 $600pp) africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 15
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 Kenya is the home of safari in Africa and this comprehensive luxury safari visits the country s big five wildlife sanctuaries, Amboseli, Mount Kenya, Samburu, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara, and is the ideal safari for the first timer to Africa with limited time. Enjoy some excellent game viewing while staying at some outstanding Serena hotels and lodges throughout the country. Two nights are spent at almost every sanctuary with three in the unbeatable Masai Mara, with almost unlimited game viewing, a feature available only with Wildlife Safari. You will also enjoy some fabulous Exclusive Experiences on this safari with a total value of $ 600 per person and Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn DOUBLE QFF points on this safari.* 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 at leisure 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 at your safari lodge. 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 around the waterhole. Special late afternoon trek through the Mount Kenya forest with lodge naturalist viewing forest flora and fauna. There is also a 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 room. serena 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 Intrepids Camp, 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 Intrepids Camp 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. SAMBURU Intrepids Camp * Conditions apply, contact us for details 16 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
Kenya Safari Explorer 13 days The very best of Kenya Day 7 + 8 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 for dinner. 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 10 + 11 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 traditional Masai tribal dancing. 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. You will be met on arrival and escorted to your hotel before an afternoon sightseeing tour of 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 Mara Intrepids Camp, a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Talek 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 7,500.00 April & May 6,250.00 June 6,750.00 July December 8,000.00 Mara Under Canvas 750.00 Hot Air Balloon 500.00 Costs in $ 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 Maghreb 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 Document wallet, luggage tags and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs safari DATES 2011 2012 January...9 + 23 8 + 22 February...13 + 27 12 + 26 March...13 + 27 11 + 25 April...10 + 24 8 + 22 May...8 + 22 6 + 20 June... 12 3 + 17 July...10 + 24 8 + 22 August...7 + 21 12 + 26 September...11 + 25 9 + 23 October...9 + 23 7 + 21 November...13 + 27 4 + 18 December... 18 9 + 23 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 $600pp) africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 17
The Savannah Safari 13 days The best Kenya and Tanzania combination Day 1 Nairobi Day 5 NGORONGORO Day 7 Serengeti MASAI MARA SERENGETI NGORONGORO KENYA TANZANIA HIGHLIGHTS NAIROBI AMBOSELI ARUSHA This is easily our most popular Signature Safari that combines the best wildlife sanctuaries in northern Tanzania and southern Kenya. Enjoy unsurpassable game viewing in the Ngorongoro crater and the Serengeti in Tanzania together with the Amboseli and Masai Mara sanctuaries in Kenya. No other luxury safari offers this much quality wildlife viewing with some of the best safari lodges in the region. This safari also includes some exceptional Exclusive Experiences with a total value of $ 450 per person and Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn DOUBLE QFF points on this safari.* * Conditions apply, contact us for details 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 at leisure 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. 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 NGORONGORO An early morning departure for Tanzania, crossing the border at Namanga and drive to Arusha. Lunch and continue to the Ngorongoro crater where two thousand foot walls surround a floor covering just over one hundred square miles. Late afternoon arrival at your safari lodge built into the crater rim and covered with millions of river rock. NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE 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. Late afternoon escorted trek around the crater rim with your lodge naturalist. NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE Day 6 SERENGETI Continue this morning to the Serengeti National Park with a brief stop at Olduvai Gorge to visit the site of Louis and Mary Leakey s archaeological work and the small museum with some of their artefacts. Arrive for lunch at your safari lodge with a late afternoon game viewing drive 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 for 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. You will move today to a luxury tented camp in the western Serengeti, near the Grumeti river, following the same journey as the wildebeest and zebra on their great migration. KIRAWIRA CAMP Day 9 Masai Mara Breakfast and embark on a spectacular drive over the Grumeti 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 you continue on a game viewing drive to your luxury safari lodge, built on the summit of a hill. MARA SERENA LODGE 18 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
The Savannah Safari 13 days The best Kenya and Tanzania combination Day 10 + 11 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 traditional Masai tribal dancing. 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. You will be met on arrival and escorted to your hotel before an afternoon sightseeing tour of Nairobi. Farewell dinner at The Mandhari restaurant. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (B,D) DAY 13 DEPART nairobi Transfer to Nairobi airport. Safari Costs January to March 8,750.00 April & May 6,975.00 June 9,000.00 July December 9,750.00 Mara Under Canvas 750.00 Hot Air Balloon 500.00 Costs in $ 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 2011 2012 January...9 + 23 8 + 22 February...13 + 27 12 + 26 March...13 + 27 11 + 25 April...10 + 24 8 + 22 May...8 + 22 6 + 20 June... 12 3 + 17 July...10 + 24 8 + 22 August...7 + 21 12 + 26 September...11 + 25 9 + 23 October...9 + 23 7 + 21 November...13 + 27 4 + 18 December... 18 9 + 23 MAR A UNDER CANVAS Substitute your three nights at Mara Serena Lodge for three nights at Mara Intrepids Camp, a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Talek 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 $500.00 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 Maghreb 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 Document wallet, luggage tags 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 $450pp) africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 19
Wings Over Kenya 10 Days Luxury without compromise MASAI MARA TANZANIA HIGHLIGHTS This is the ultimate way to enjoy a luxury safari through Kenya, our flying safari visiting three outstanding locations Samburu in the semi arid north, Mount Kenya on the equator and the Masai Mara, which can t be missed on any safari to Kenya. You will enjoy three flights on twin engine aircraft and stay at small, luxury safari camps in the two wildlife sanctuaries as well as the world famous Mount Kenya Safari Club, built on The Equator. You also have a Wildlife Safari 4WD vehicle and expert guide for all your game viewing activities as well as a number of Exclusive Experiences with a total value of $450 per person and Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn DOUBLE QFF points on this safari.* * Conditions apply, contact us for details KENYA SAMBURU MOUNT KENYA NAIROBI 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. Enjoy a welcome dinner this evening at your hotel. NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (D) DAY 2 + 3 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 4 + 5 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 6 + 7 + 8 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 your luxury safari camp 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. Optional dawn hot air balloon excursion is available. MARA INTREPIDS CAMP 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. NAIROBI SERENA 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 Masai Mara bush dinner with tribal dancing Masai Mara breakfast with the hippo Above courtesy Wildlife Safari (Value $450pp) Safari Costs January to March 9,000.00 April & May 7,500.00 June 8,000.00 July December 9,000.00 Hot Air Balloon 500.00 Costs in $ 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 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 in Nairobi Farewell dinner in Nairobi All national park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Document wallet, luggage tags and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs 20 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
Wings Over Tanzania 9 Days Flying Safari over Tanzania GRUMETI SERENGETI TANZANIA KENYA NAIROBI NGORONGORO HIGHLIGHTS ARUSHA This nine day flying safari could also be described as wings over wildebeest as it follows the herds during their westward migration route across the Serengeti into the Masai Mara. Your safari begins with a visit to the iconic Ngorongoro crater and continues with four days of unsurpassed wildlife viewing in the vast Serengeti wildlife sanctuary, staying at two locations, including one of the finest luxury safari camps in Tanzania. You may combine this safari with an extension into the Masai Mara or a few days relaxing on Zanzibar island. Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn DOUBLE QFF points on this safari.* * Conditions apply, contact us for details 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 2 + 3 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 4 + 5 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 Wildlife Safari 4WD and guide. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE DAY 6 + 7 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. A special farewell dinner 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) Safari Costs January to March 9,000.00 April & May 7,000.00 June October 9,000.00 November & December 8,000.00 Hot Air Balloon 500.00 Costs in $ 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 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 in Nairobi Farewell dinner in Nairobi All national park fees and government taxes Airport transfers with our meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Document wallet, luggage tags and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 21
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. You will also earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points. 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. Wildlife Safari can also custom design your safari through Uganda or Rwanda, searching for primates in other locations. Call us for details. Safari Costs January to December 2,850.00 Gorilla permit (US$) 500.00 Same costs apply for Uganda or Rwanda Costs in $ per person share twin room Single room supplements available on request Wildlife Safari has special airfares available safari DATES Mountain Gorilla Trek operates 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 Document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs 22 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
The Cleopatr a Cruise 9 days Luxury Nile Cruise and Cairo DAY 1 CAIRO DAY 5 ASWAN DAY 9 DEPART CAIRO Transfer to Cairo airport with our assistance to your flight. 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 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 treasures at the Cairo Museum. Wildlife Safari offers similar journeys through Egypt with a choice selection of Nile cruise ships and Cairo hotels. Contact us for information, dates and rates. Arrive in Cairo where our representative will meet and transfer you by private vehicle to your hotel, close to Cairo airport. 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 tour Costs January to April 3,295.00 May to September 2,995.00 October to December 3,495.00 Abu Simbel 400.00 Costs in $ 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 Document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on tour costs africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 23
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. 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 our representative will meet and transfer you by private vehicle to your hotel, close to Cairo airport. 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 at the pyramids. FAIRMONT NILE CITY HOTEL DAY 9 INFLIGHT Transfer to Cairo airport with our 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. Dinner at your hotel this evening. 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. All night game viewing from the comfort of your room. MOUNTAIN LODGE 24 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
Ancient Kingdoms Safari 20 days Egypt Nile Cruise and Luxury Kenya Safari Day 12 + 13 Samburu Drive north to the Samburu Game Reserve. Lunch at the Samburu Intrepids Camp, 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 Intrepids Camp DAY 14 + 15 LAKE NAKURU Drive south from Samburu, cross the equator and through the Great Rift Valley. Stop at a picturesque spot to enjoy a traditional Kenyan lunch prepared by a local chef. Continue 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 16 + 17 + 18 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. Afternoon at leisure with special farewell dinner at your hotel. 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 the flooding caused by the construction of the High Dam at Aswan. The Abu Simbel excursion costs $400.00 per person and reservations are required at time of booking your safari. Safari Costs January to March 9,775.00 April 8,975.00 May 8,750.00 June 9,250.00 July to September 9,750.00 October to December 9,975.00 Abu Simbel 400.00 Mara Under Canvas 750.00 Costs in $ 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 and private vehicle in Egypt 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 vehicle airport transfers with our special meet & greet service Services of a Wildlife Safari guest liaison Document wallet, luggage tags and binoculars Wildlife Safari hat and stamped postcards on arrival One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs safari DATES 2011 2012 January...2 + 16 1 + 15 February...6 + 20 5 + 19 March...6 + 20 4 + 18 April...3 + 17 1 + 15 + 29 May...1 + 15 13 + 27 June... 5 10 July...3 + 17 + 31 1 + 15 August... 14 5 + 19 September...4 + 18 2 + 16 + 30 October...2 + 16 14 + 28 November...6 + 20 11 December... 11 2 + 16 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 $450pp) africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 25
South Africa Explorer 13 days The best of South Africa Day 1 + 2 Johannesburg Day 4 KRUGER DAY 7 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 at a private wildlife sanctuary before travelling the scenic Garden Route from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, one of the world s most beautiful cities. Wildlife Safari can custom design a luxury, private journey through South Africa and surrounding countries. This tour also includes several unique Exclusive Experiences with a total value of $400 per person and Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn DOUBLE QFF points on this safari.* Arrive in Johannesburg where your Wildlife Safari representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel in the suburbs. Embark the next morning on a tour of Soweto, a sprawling metropolis on the outskirts of Johannesburg. Soweto gives visitor 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. Continue on your sightseeing tour visiting the city and suburbs of Johannesburg and the Museum Africa 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. radisson blu hotel 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. * Conditions apply, contact us for details 26 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
south africa explorer 13 DAYS THE BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA DAY 10 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 11 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 the full day private tour of Cape winelands at no additional cost. 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. Enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D) DAY 13 DEPART CAPE TOWN Transfer to Cape Town airport. SAFARI COSTS SILVER GOLD PLATINUM January to March 7250.00 7975.00 9350.00 April 6875.00 7575.00 9000.00 May to August 6200.00 6650.00 9000.00 September 6875.00 7975.00 9000.00 October 7250.00 7975.00 9350.00 JOHANNESBURG Crowne Plaza Melrose Arch The Westcliff KRUGER Lion Sands Sabi Sabi Singita CAPE TOWN V&A Hotel Table Bay Hotel Mount Nelson Hotel Costs in $ 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 Document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 27
Wings Over Botswana 7 days Flying Safari over Botswana OKAVANGO SAVUTE MOREMI MAUN BOTSWANA JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA Botswana s wilderness areas are pristine and cover everything from sparse desert to inland delta. The Okavango, Botswana s best known feature, is the world s largest inland delta comprising thousands of channels that empty into the Kalahari Desert. Moremi and Chobe are Botswana s two other major wildlife sanctuaries and should not be missed. Our Wings Over Botswana is the ideal journey through Botswana visiting Okavango, Moremi and Chobe wildlife sanctuaries, staying at small, intimate safari lodges and camps linked by light aircraft flights. Each camp is completely self contained and wildlife viewing activities are conducted in open vehicles or boats on the delta, together with walking safaris with your camp guide. Day 1 + 2 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 3 + 4 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 5 + 6 Okavango An early morning game drive, return for breakfast and depart by light aircraft for Camp Okavango, built on an island deep in the heart of the Okavango delta. 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 4,000.00 April & May 4,500.00 June to November 6,000.00 Costs in $ 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 any day safari INCLUDES Luxury accommodation for the entire safari Breakfast, lunch and dinner as indicated All wildlife activities described with an expert guide Four domestic flights within Botswana as described All national park fees and government taxes A meet & greet service by our local representatives Document wallet, luggage tags and binoculars One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs 28 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
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. taleni etosha village (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. taleni etosha village (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 Safari costs Costs Month January to December 5,975.00 Price Single Costs in room $ per supplements person share available twin room on request Wildlife Single room Safari supplements has special available airfares for on this request safari Additional Wildlife 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 on select Sundays 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 Document wallet, luggage tags and binoculars One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 29
Southern Africa Discovery 9 days The Highlights of Southern Africa CAPE TOWN TO VICTORIA FALLS JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA South Africa is a diverse destination and The Southern African Discovery offers a quick taste of this country s colourful history, culture, flora and fauna. Commence in Johannesburg, where you will spend two days and explore this cosmopolitan city. 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 activities and experiences throughout. Qantas Frequent Flyers could earn double QFF points on this safari. * Conditions apply, contact us for details Day 1 + 2 Johannesburg Arrive in Johannesburg where your Wildlife Safari representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel in the suburbs. Embark the next morning on a tour of Soweto, a sprawling metropolis on the outskirts of Johannesburg. Soweto gives visitor 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. Continue on your sightseeing tour visiting the city and suburbs of Johannesburg and the Museum Africa before returning to your hotel. Day 3 + 4 Victoria Falls Morning transfer 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. 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. The afternoon is at leisure. Dinner at your hotel. (B,D) safari costs SILVER GOLD PLATINUM January & February 3575.00 4650.00 4700.00 March 3250.00 4650.00 4700.00 April 3250.00 4250.00 4375.00 May to August 3250.00 3700.00 4675.00 September & October 3250.00 4650.00 4700.00 JOHANNESBURG Crowne Plaza Melrose Arch The Westcliff VICTORIA FALLS Zambezi Sun Royal Livingstone Tongabezi CAPE TOWN V&A Hotel Table Bay Hotel Mount Nelson Hotel Costs in $ 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 Southern Africa Discovery operates any day 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) DAY 7 CAPE TOWN Full day tour of the Cape wine region with private vehicle and guide, visiting several boutique wineries for wine tasting. 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 Document wallet and luggage tags One QFF point for every dollar spent on safari costs Day 8 CAPE town A full day at leisure to explore Cape Town. DAY 9 DEPARTURE Morning transfer to Cape Town airport. 30 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
rovos r ail THE WORLD S MOST LUxURIOUS TRAIN Rovos Rail is without doubt the world s finest train service operating a selection of journeys through Southern & Eastern Africa. The train carries a maximum of seventy two passengers in a choice of three cabin categories. The Royal Suite is the ultimate in rail travel with the decadence of a bathtub in your private bathroom. The Deluxe Suite is a spacious cabin ideal for two persons, while the Pullman Suite offers excellent value for the single traveller. Each train has two lounge cars and ornate dining cars with a single sitting for all guests during meals. The cuisine and wine list is outstanding and the Rovos Rail journey is inclusive of all food and beverages. However, it s the outstanding personal service that guests comment about most after experiencing Rovos Rail, from the train s owner, Rohan Vos to his outstanding team. Please contact Wildlife Safari for details of Rovos Rail journeys, rates and dates. 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 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. Rovos Rail also operates several 9 day golf journeys through the year. One journey starts in Pretoria, travelling south along the eastern border through Swaziland, Durban, Lost City and Krugersdorp before returning to Pretoria. Another journey continues through Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth, George and Knysna finishing in Cape Town. Conclude your journey to Cape Town with a stay at St James Manor in the fishing village of Kalk Bay, also operated by Rovos Rail. COSTS (per person) PULLMAN DELUXE ROYAL Pretoria to Durban 1750.00 2575.00 3500.00 Pretoria to Cape Town 1750.00 2575.00 3500.00 Pretoria to Victoria Falls 1975.00 2975.00 3950.00 Dar es Salaam to Cape Town 9000.00 12000.00 16000.00 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 africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 31
South Africa Safari Sojourns Kruger National Park, South Africa s largest wildlife sanctuary has a number of safari lodges built within its borders. A patchwork quilt of private wildlife concessions borders Kruger along its western boundary allowing for wildlife to move freely to and from the sanctuary. These private concessions also offer a selection of smaller lodges and camps and while there are hundreds to choose from, it s impossible to adequately market every concession. Wildlife Safari has selected our Big Six private wildlife concessions covering a wide choice of safari options and budgets. Most concessions have several lodges to choose from with various rates. 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 Sabi 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. Both safari lodges offer excellent accommodations with an unforgettable culinary experience and service at value that is second to none. There is also a historic private home for family groups. 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. The new Karula lodge is set on the banks of the Klaserie river and sets a new luxury mark. 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 A game viewing experience 32 www.wildlifesafari.com.au africa 2011-12
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. Elton John stays here often. Singita is the benchmark for luxury 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. Castleton Camp is a luxurious private villa accommodating a maximum of eight guests. SAVANNA is a small and intimate safari lodge in the Sabi Sands and a recent addition to our preferred property list. The camp has just nine suites, most with a canvas roof, with a very personal team that create an extra excitement during wildlife viewing activities. Savanna is perfect for families and small groups. safari costs Kapama Main Lodge from 2000.00 Lion Sands River Lodge from 2600.00 Savanna from 2675.00 Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge from 2750.00 Singita Boulders or Ebony from 4825.00 Royal Malewane from 4975.00 Includes two nights at respective safari camp with all meals, all wildlife activities with an experienced wildlife guide and tracker, return airfares from Johannesburg direct to camp on Federal Air, all sanctuary fees, government taxes and charges. High season rates and peak season supplements apply. Single room rates available on request. Qantas Frequent Flyers will earn one dollar for every dollar spent on our Safari Sojourns. africa 2011-12 www.wildlifesafari.com.au 33