The 2016 Great African Private Flying Adventure
MARA PLAINS KENYA Nairobi OL DONYO LODGE Exploring the wilds of Botswana along with the open natural wildlife filled landscapes of Kenya. Great Plains Conservation presents their 13-day private Great African Flying Safari! We are very proud to present our private flying adventure, exploring Botswana and Kenya on-board a Next Generation Pilatus PC12. This private safari brings a select number of guests the unique opportunity to experience the best of Botswana and Kenya - Africa s premier wildlife viewing destinations, on a safari often dreamed about. DUBA PLAINS ZARAFA CAMP Your Safari Highlights Duba Plains, located in the northern reaches of Botswana s Okavango Delta, ranks as one of the best destinations to experience lions hunting during the day Zarafa Camp, with its impressive marquis styled tents and sweeping views across the Zibadianja lagoon, makes this Relais & Chateaux recognised property the ideal camp in which to explore the wonders of the 138 000 hectare Selinda Reserve ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya s first Relais & Chateaux property, with Mount Kilimanjaro forming a constant backdrop whilst viewing some of Africa s largest tuskers Mara Plains, home to the largest cat population of lion and leopard in the greater Maasai Mara is now recognised as Kenya s second Relais & Chateaux property BOTSWANA Johannesburg
Your Safari at a Glance Safari Dates: 27 February - 10 March 2016 11-23 March 2016 25 August - 6 September 2016 7-19 September 2016 23 November - 5 December 2016 6-18 December 2016 Northbound routing, Botswana to Kenya Southbound Routing, Kenya to Botswana Northbound routing, Botswana to Kenya Southbound routing, Kenya to Botswana Northbound routing, Botswana to Kenya Southbound routing, Kenya to Botswana Safari Fee: February 2016 February 2016 August 2016 August 2016 November 2016 November 2016 $ 50 350 per person sharing - based on 4 guests sharing $ 39 850 per person sharing - based on 6 guests sharing $ 62 500 per person sharing - based on 4 guests sharing $ 51 500 per person sharing - based on 6 guests sharing $ 52 950 per person sharing - based on 4 guests sharing $ 42 500 per person sharing - based on 6 guests sharing Safari Size: This exclusive 13 day / 12 night safari is limited to a maximum of 6 guests sharing Ideally one party, group or family should book to truly maximize the experience The rate includes the services of your pilot and private guide throughout the safari in a Next Generation Pilatus PC 12
JOURNEY OVERVIEW DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7 DAY 8 DAY 9 DAY 10 DAY 11 DAY 12 DAY 13 Morning meet at Lanseria airport in Johannesburg and departure from Johannesburg in your private Next Generation Pilatus PC12 aircraft that will remain with you throughout your safari in Botswana and Kenya. Clear customs in Botswana before continuing to your first safari camp Overnight: Duba Plains Camp Duba Plains Camp, Botswana s Okavango Delta Duba Plains Camp, Botswana s Okavango Delta Mid morning flight, after breakfast, from Duba Plains to Botswana s only Relais & Chateaux property, Zarafa Camp Overnight: Zarafa Camp, Botswana s Selinda Reserve Zarafa Camp, Botswana s Selinda Reserve Zarafa Camp, Botswana s Selinda Reserve Morning departure from Botswana to Kenya Overnight: ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya s Chyulu Hills ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya s Chyulu Hills ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya s Chyulu Hills Short flight to Kenya s Maasai Mara Reserve Overnight: Mara Plains, Olare Motorogi Private Conservancy, greater Maasai Mara Mara Plains, Olare Motorogi Private Conservancy, greater Maasai Mara Mara Plains, Olare Motorogi Private Conservancy, greater Maasai Mara Depart the Maasai Mara for Kenya s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi Botswana, is one of the last havens for lions, and we have chosen camps in prime lion locations End of Service Please note that this safari runs in reverse from Kenya to Botswana
What your safari includes and excludes For me an expedition is about peeling back layers of the subject, a journey of location and the mind, of knowledge and wisdom, of thrills and meditation, science photography and creation. Dereck Joubert Includes: All flying in a Next Generation Pilatus PC12 from South Africa to Botswana and Kenya and vice versa as mentioned in the journey overview All local lodge road airstrip transfers in Botswana and Kenya All meals at the camps mentioned above All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the camps mentioned above All laundry services at camps mentioned above Viewing activities specific to the camps mentioned above. These include open game morning and late afternoon/early evening drive vehicles, guided bush walks and boating activities. All entrance fees and conservation / park fees pertaining to the journey overview Services of local resident camp guides Guiding services of a professional, Great Plains Conservation private guide during entire safari in Botswana and Kenya Services of a private pilot throughout your journey 20 kilograms of luggage allowance per person whilst using the PC12 charter flights in soft bags. This includes camera gear. Excludes: All return International flights to/from Johannesburg and Nairobi Accommodation and transfer services in Johannesburg and Nairobi either at the start or end of your safari. This option can be offered to you at the time of enquiry Items of a personal nature e.g. curios, telephone, spa treatments Comprehensive travel and medical insurance Any relevant or applicable visas. We can assist you with visa documentation to support your application process if required Any item or service not mentioned in the safari outline above Guests will have the option of contributing to the saving of one rhino per departure - more information will be supplied at the time of confirmation
Standard terms and conditions apply To understand big cats is not a day at the zoo. It s a well-crafted expedition to select big cat habitats, designed to give the best understanding. Rates quoted above are based on a minimum total of guests as specified joining the safari. Should less than 4 guests confirm their participation on a particular departure, a small surcharge may be required to confirm the departure. Single supplement and rates are available on request at the time of enquiry. We may, without notice and out our control, be forced to amend / change our routing or schedule of the safari. Should this occur we will immediately advise you of the relevant changes, whilst endeavouring to adhere to the original routing as much as possible. Should you want to book one of these once in a lifetime departures, contact the Great Plains Conservation reservations team at info@greatplainsconservation.com