africa egypt & arabia brochure 2016

AFRICA & ARABIA

2016

from where we stood the passing caravan was but a speck in the vast desert landscape

Sahara Desert, MoroccoSahara Desert, Morocco

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Let us inspire you

Welcome to our new collection of journeys which is bigger than ever before. We’ve included our signature destinations in the style you know and expect from A&K – where every detail is taken care of, the planning is meticulous and the on-ground experience unparalleled. But because we are always on the road in search of the next big thing, we’ve also added destinations that are less well known and off the beaten track.

With experts on the ground in these regions we can deliver the reliable service that A&K is known for, ensuring the best accommodation choices, the finest transport, the most experienced guides and the guarantee of safety and security wherever you are. You can now join a small group of like-minded travellers on an exciting adventure with an expert host; travel as a family or couple on a holiday that’s tailored just for you or go with the great value option of a slightly larger group staying in comfortable and well located lodgings with less structured touring and more flexibility. The choice is yours.

Our expert travel specialists care about you. They listen to your brief and help you decide which of our travel styles and destinations is best suited to your needs. Our mission is to deliver you a dream holiday every time.

Enjoy our new portfolio and let the process begin.

Geoffrey KentFounder, Chairman and CEO of the Abercrombie & Kent Group of Companies

we drifted in the dawn light with nothing but a basket between us and the magnificent landscape beneath

Hot Air Balloon, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

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A&K Philanthropy 4

The A&K Difference 6 Map 8

Sanctuary Retreats 10

Southern Africa 12South Africa & Mozambique 14Zimbabwe 19Botswana & Zambia 20Namibia 26Southern Africa 28Madagascar 32Mauritius 33Southern Africa Hotels & Lodges 34

East Africa 36Tanzania & Kenya 38Uganda 44Rwanda 46Ethiopia 47Ethiopia Hosted Journey 48

Group Journeys in Africa 50

East Africa Hotels & Lodges 52 North Africa & Arabia 54Egypt 56Jordan 58Israel 60Israel & Jordan 61Morocco 62Oman 66United Arab Emirates & Oman 67

Group Journeys in North Africa & Arabia 69

North Africa & Arabia Hotel & Lodges 70Terms & Conditions 72

Contents

AKP Bee Keeping at Sanctuary Swala, Tanzania

conserving resources, generating an income and providing traditional foodstuffs benefits all local communities


Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy

A deep-rooted consideration for the natural world infuses each and every Abercrombie & Kent journey.

A&K believes passionately that travel should both respect the natural environment and benefit the indigenous peoples whose lands we visit. For over 30 years, A&K has been intimately involved in the support of these communities, their environments and their ecosystems.

Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy, guided by Abercrombie & Kent Vice Chairman Jorie Butler Kent, facilitates our commitment to socially and ecologically responsible travel worldwide, as well as helping our guests to become actively involved in these efforts. Every Abercrombie & Kent office plays an important hands-on role in its community, proudly sponsoring projects directly benefiting the local people and environment.

For example, in Kenya guests at Sanctuary Olonana are invited to plant an indigenous tree to aid in reforestation of the Masai Mara. In Tanzania The Serengeti Cheetah Project at Sanctuary Kusini is helping ensure the sustainability of this precious species by engaging guests in a ‘cheetah watch’ and photographic evidence of key sightings during game drives.

In Zambia, villagers at Nakatindi are cultivating a vegetable garden which generates an income from its produce and supplies local lodges.

AKP and Rhino Conservation Botswana in partnership with the Botswana Defence Force and the Department of Wildlife have facilitated the translocation of up to 20 rhino into Botswana’s Moremi Reserve.

In Jordan, A&K works with Madrasati (My School) and offers support to rehabilitate Balquees School in Amman improving safety and the learning environment, and providing field trips to local sites.

A&K in Morocco, supports Al Karam, a home in Marrakech that houses street children in emergency situations and provides activities for children living on the street.

Programmes marked with a represent opportunities for travellers to be personally involved in these projects.

For further information please visit www.abercrombiekent.com.au/philanthropy


we were afforded a new perspective on the landscape and its wildlife as we glided quietly through the lagoon

Mokoro Experience Okavango Delta, Botswana

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50 YEARS & COUNTING

For over half a century, Abercrombie & Kent has been a pioneer in the world of luxury travel, seeking at every turn to redefine the notion of what is possible on holiday. We have made it our business to specialise in destinations and itineraries that are extraordinary and specially tailored to your needs.

With experience comes excellence and reliability and with A&K this translates to peace of mind and security. Our guests are our priority. You are looked after from beginning to end and beyond. Even when unexpected events occur or things don’t go to plan because of circumstances beyond A&K’s control we’ll go the extra mile for your wellbeing.

DEDICATED ExPERTISE

Our expert team of Travel Specialists regards travel not as an occasional diversion, but as a calling that stimulates the mind and nourishes the spirit. Exceptionally well-travelled individuals all, they are on call for recommendations, guidance and first hand feedback. Staying in constant touch with A&K’s partners and network of offices throughout the world also means the most up-to-date information is at their fingertips. All this translates to the best experience for you.

SEAMLESS PRIvATE JOURNEYS

For over 50 years we have researched every destination we go to. Itineraries are subjected to close scrutiny and every element of a journey is carefully considered in terms of logistics and guest enjoyment. The result is the selection of holidays featured in this brochure, each one tried and tested, presenting the destination in the best possible way, in seamless style and comfort. These journeys are all designed to give you an experience beyond compare and are operated on a private basis for you and your travelling companion.

SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS

A&K offers a range of small group journeys to suit varying styles and budgets. Ask about our portfolio of Luxury Small Group Journeys which represents the finest in small group travel or our Connections Group Journeys which are designed to combine A&K’s high standards of service with never-before-seen value. See pages 50-51 and 69 for a summary of these journeys.

CUSTOMISED FOR YOU

A&K offers a bespoke service, personally customising an itinerary incorporating your individual interests and needs. Our Travel Specialists deliver one-on-one consultations, taking the time to understand the destinations, experiences and elements that constitute your ideal holiday. With this information and the ongoing feedback received from our travellers and partners, we recommend the best holiday for you – whether an itinerary from the brochure or one that is developed to fit your personal situation.

A GLOBAL NETwORK

In contrast to other travel companies who rely on third parties to create their programmes and support them on the ground, our A&K itineraries are backed by over 2,200 handpicked staff across our 51 offices worldwide. We know that through our global network of experts, we have the knowledge and resources to create memorable journeys and take care of every detail before, during and after your journey.

OUR GUIDES

It is often said that a guide has the ability to make or break a special journey. We concur. A&K’s guides are the best in the business and are guaranteed to deliver a superlative experience each and every time. All are blessed with extensive knowledge and the ability to bring local attractions to life. Multilingual and well travelled, each possesses insight into the diverse attractions and cultural interactions present throughout the region. Irrespective of the destination, our guides will enlighten you in every locale with insider information that adds depth to your holiday.

HOSTED JOURNEYS

Also available is A&K’s exclusive portfolio of expert-led small group journeys taking guests to a variety of different destinations around the world. The journeys are creatively designed with educational elements that broaden the mind and foster an in-depth knowledge of the destinations, their people, wildlife and culture. Group sizes are no more than 24 with expert tour hosts who are both entertaining and charismatic travelling companions with strong connections to the destination or expertise relevant to the journey focus. See page 48 for our Hosted Journey to Ethiopia.


The A&K Difference

8 Africa & Arabia

North Africa & Arabia

East Africa

Southern Africa

MOROCCO Kasbahs, medinas, souks and deserts - Morocco is vibrant, colourful and exotic. Stay in boutique riads, desert camps and palace hotels and engage with its unique culture.

ISRAEL The Holy Land is overflowing with historic and Biblical sites, ancient cities, a mix of cultures, a fascinating heritage and an identity like no other.

JORDAN Home to Petra and overflowing with an abundance of fascinating archaeological sites, Jordan has a colourful history and a warm and welcoming culture.

EGYPT A land of majestic ruins, temples and tombs, fascinating oriental bazaars and the timeless beauty of the River Nile.

NAMIBIA Rugged landscapes, desert-adapted wildlife, vast sand dunes and the legendary Skeleton Coast.

BOTSWANA Famous worldwide for the quality of its wildlife and its safari experiences. It is remote and unspoiled with diverse landscapes, abundant game and unique safari lodgings.

SOUTH AFRICA World class food and exciting wildlife paired with diverse and dramatic scenery and an easy going vibe, South Africa has something for everyone.

MADAGASCAR Curious wildlife, rare indigenous cultures, a primitive landscape and pristine beaches make Madagascar a stand-out destination off the beaten track.

MOROCCO

EGYPT

ETHIOPIA

UGANDAKENYA

TANZANIA

ZAMBIA

BOTSwANA

SOUTH AFRICA

ZIMBABwENAMIBIA

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A&K’S AFRICA & ARABIAWhere will your journey take you?


U.A.E & OMAN Consider these exciting and exotic Middle Eastern surprises as stopovers or stand-alone destinations. There’s year-round sun and adventure aplenty.

MOzAMBIqUE Indian Ocean paradise where beaches are unspoiled and the accommodation magical. Fits perfectly as an add-on destination to any African safari.

zIMBABWE Warmly welcoming with much to offer. Zimbabwe has some of the best wildlife in Africa plus the mighty Zambezi River and surrounding national parks.

ETHIOPIA A mysterious and diverse country with a rich history, fascinating religious traditions, a vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes and an extraordinary tribal heritage.

UGANDA & RWANDA Beyond the renowned and endangered mountain gorilla, each of these countries is blessed with breathtaking landscapes and extraordinary wildlife.

KENYA Original home of the safari, Kenya has some of the world’s most fabled game parks with unmatched wildlife and a rich tribal culture.

TANzANIA Most famous for the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, there are many other national parks for hard-core safari enthusiasts - as well as first timers - and stunning beaches.

MAURITIUS An idyllic Indian Ocean island with incredible marine wonders, world class hotels and resorts and marine activities in abundance. A perfect extension to an African safari.

zAMBIA Wild Africa at its best, Zambia has spectacular big game, abundant birdlife and iconic national parks like the South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi plus the Victoria Falls.

KENYA

MADAGASCAR

MAURITIUS

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SANCTuAry PrivATE CAMPiNgKenya

Exclusive, flexible and authentic camping tailored just for you. In the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Amboseli National Park, Samburu and Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.

SANCTuAry MASAi MArA SEASONAl CAMPKenya - Masai Mara game reserve

9 Safari TentsActivities: game drives, nature walks, sundowners and bush dinners.

SANCTuAry SAADANi SAfAri lODgETanzania - Saadani National Park

15 Suites Activities: game drives, sand bank picnics, Maasai community tour, boating, mountain biking and walks.

SANCTuAry SAADANi rivEr lODgETanzania - Saadani National Park

18 Stilted Suites, 1 Wami SuiteActivities: game drives, river excursions and spa treatments.

SANCTuAry KuSiNiTanzania - Serengeti National Park

12 Luxury Tents Activities: game drives, bush picnics, star gazing and Serengeti Cheetah Watch.

SANCTuAry SwAlATanzania - Tarangire National Park

12 Luxury Canvas Pavilions Activities: game drives, night drives, walking safaris and visits to AKP sponsored beekeeping project.

SANCTuAry NgOrONgOrO CrATEr CAMP Tanzania - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

10 Luxury Safari TentsActivities: game drives in the crater and on the rim.

SANCTuAry SErENgETi MigrATiON CAMP Tanzania - Serengeti National Park

10 Luxury Safari tentsActivities: game drives in and around the Migration and bush picnics.

SANCTuAry OlONANAKenya - Masai Mara game reserve

14 Spacious Tented Pavilions Activities: game drives, visiting a Maasai village, bush picnics, spa treatments, tree planting and nature walks.

SANCTuARY RETREATSThe Sanctuary Retreats portfolio of luxury lodges and safari camps in Africa brings the boutique safari experience to guests with authenticity.


SANCTuAry MAKANyANE SAfAri lODgESouth Africa - Madikwe game reserve

8 Luxury SuitesActivities: game drives, walking safaris, bird watching and junior ranger courses for 5–10 year olds.

SANCTuAry gOrillA fOrEST CAMP uganda - Bwindi impenetrable N.P.

8 Spacious Tents Activities: gorilla tracking, bird watching, forest walks, spa treatments and visits to a local village.

SANCTuAry CHiCHElE PrESiDENTiAl lODgEZambia - South luangwa National Park

10 elegant Victorian style Suites Activities: game drives (day and night) and guided walking safaris.

SANCTuAryPuKu riDgE CAMPZambia - South luangwa National Park

7 Spacious Traditional Tents Activities: game drives (day and night) and guided walking safaris.

SANCTuAry SuSSi & CHuMA Zambia - Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park

12 Luxury Tree-Houses | 2 Chuma Houses Activities: Victoria Falls tour, Nakatindi village visit, bush walks, game drives, motorboat excursions, sunset cruise and fishing.

SANCTuAry CHOBE CHilwErO Botswana - Chobe National Park

14 Thatched Cottages, 1 Honeymoon SuiteActivities: game drives, water safaris, sundowner cruises, fishing and spa treatments.

SANCTuAry STANlEy’S CAMP Botswana - Okavango Delta

8 Classically Styled Safari Tents Activities: game drives, walking safaris, bush walks, mokoro excursions (seasonal) and a morning spent walking with elephants.

SANCTuAry BAiNES’ CAMP Botswana - Okavango Delta

5 Luxury Suites Activities: game drives, walking safaris, mokoro and motorboat excursions (seasonal) and a morning spent walking with elephants.

SANCTuAry CHiEf’S CAMP Botswana - Moremi game reserve

12 Luxury Bush Pavilions Activities: game drives, mokoro excursions (seasonal) and spa treatments. Note: Closed Jan-May 2016 for refurbishment.

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Southern AfricaA vast and diverse continent, Africa is rich in natural treasures. from north to south it invites adventure, breathtaking sights and unimaginable experiences.

Travelling to the southernmost regions you’ll be able to experience unique wildlife, awe-inspiring landscapes and colourful cultural attractions quite different to other parts of the continent.

South Africa is a world in one country where private game reserves deliver unmatched wildlife sightings and uber-luxurious lodgings. Namibia’s deserts are home to extraordinary animals and rugged landscapes while Botswana is famous for the Okavango Delta where a mokoro excursion along the waterways will be remembered forever. Emerging from recent economic woes, Zimbabwe has upped the ante and once again captures the safari-goer’s imagination with huge tracts of wilderness and intimate safari camps. Neighbouring Zambia is wild Africa at its best, renowned for the up-close experience of its walking safaris. for something entirely different Madagascar has people, creatures and landscapes that you’ll see nowhere else on the planet and for spectacular beaches and sparkling seas an island getaway on Mauritius is just the ticket.

when to Go

South Africa is an exceptional destination year round. Namibia also offers perennial attractions with the dry months of July and October peak times for wildlife. Botswana is best visited between May and October, whilst Zambian wildlife is best viewed between June and November. Madagascar is best between June and November and Mauritius April through November.

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Grande Provence

Elephant Experience

Tanda Tula Safari Camp, Timbavati Game Reserve

Helicopter Safari

A BirD’S EyE viEw A helicopter flight over Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas is one of life’s great adventures. Without disturbing the wildlife, you’ll get breathtaking views of the landscape below and view animals roaming freely in their natural habitat. Complete the experience when you touch down in a secluded spot for a spectacular picnic lunch or brunch complete with sparkling wine.

AN ElEPHANT ExPEriENCE

In Botswana’s Okavango Delta are three orphaned elephants who were rescued by Doug and Sandi Groves and semi-habituated in partnership with the Living with Elephants Foundation. Guests at Sanctuary Baines’ and Sanctuary Stanley’s Camps have the unique opportunity of meeting Jabu, Thembi and Morula and interacting with them during a leisurely half day bush experience - truly unforgettable.

yOur OwN PErSONAl BlEND

Visit Grande Provence Estate in South Africa’s Western Cape where you can taste the local vintage and then blend your own. Working with three different grape varieties, a wine ambassador guides guests through the process, explaining how and why certain varietals blend better than others. After corking their own bottle, guests can enjoy their own signature blend when they get home.

SlEEP uNDEr THE STArS

Picture a night out in the wilds of Africa, bedding down in a beautifully comfy bed with crisp white linen and a cosy eiderdown under a blanket of stars with nothing but a mosquito net for cover. This is the ultimate bush sleep-out as you are lulled into a deep slumber by the chorus of bush sounds. Wake with the sun to a glorious new day on safari.

Go Beyond the OrdinaryWhen you book a special holiday with Abercrombie & Kent you are booking with the company that knows the region inside out. Operating across Africa for over 50 years, A&K today remains at the pinnacle of success delivering unique and memorable experiences. These are some of the opportunities you might experience on a luxury journey with A&K. Ask an A&K Travel Specialist about including one of these surprises in your itinerary.

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AKP supported project: Peninsula School feeding Project, Cape Town.

MalaMala Game Reserve

Cape Town

Best of South Africa

SOuTH AfriCA | 8 Days | Cape Town – MalaMala Game Reserve - Johannesburg

A stunning blend of dramatic scenery, exciting wildlife, vibrant gastronomic practices, an easy-going atmosphere and a colourful culture, South Africa is a world class destination and Cape Town, arguably one of the world’s most beautiful cities, provides your first glimpse. Beyond the Cape is an outstanding safari in the world famous MalaMala Game Reserve in the Sabi Sand – South Africa’s prime game viewing territory.

Day 1: Arrive Cape Town. An A&K greeting on arrival and assistance to your hotel located at the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room).

Day 2: Cape Town. This morning head off for an ascent by aerial cableway up Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain (weather permitting). From the top views of Camps Bay, the Twelve Apostles’ peaks and the city are breathtaking. This afternoon is at leisure (B). Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room).

Day 3: Cape Town. Journey beyond the city to explore the famous Cape Winelands where picturesque vineyards are set against imposing granite peaks and eye-catching Cape Dutch homesteads. (B,L). Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room)

Day 4: Cape Town. Venture south for a full day exploration of the beautiful and dramatic Cape Peninsula including the Cape of Good Hope (B,L). Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room).

Day 5: Cape Town – MalaMala Game Reserve. Transfer to the airport for the flight* to Skukuza Airport and transfer to your private game reserve in the Sabi Sand. Your lodge, Rattray’s on MalaMala, offers a glimpse of a bygone era when travellers to Africa married the magic of the wild with an elegance and refinement that has been immortalised in the epic tale of Karen Blixen in ‘Out of Africa’. Each suite or khaya (Zulu for “home”) functions as an inclusive home, resplendent with hand-selected furnishings, lavish his-and-hers bathrooms, a secluded outdoor shower and a private heated plunge pool. Your ‘Big Five’ safari adventure begins with an afternoon game drive (B,D). Rattray’s on MalaMala (Luxury Suite).

Days 6-7: MalaMala Game Reserve. Two full days on safari. Early morning and late afternoon game drives will take you up close to elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo and possibly the elusive leopard. Guided walks are also an option as your safari guide shows you the little things that sometimes go unnoticed from a vehicle, and you may even encounter wildlife along the way. An evening safari showcases the nocturnal species such as the loveable bushbaby (B,L,D). Rattray’s on MalaMala (Luxury Suite).

Day 8: MalaMala Game Reserve – Johannesburg. A final game-drive before the safari finishes and a flight to Johannesburg (B).

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $8,575 Solo Traveller: From $13,485

*Flight not Included.


SOuTH AFRICA ExTENSIONS

South Africa’s famous Garden Route is one of the world’s great coastal drives stretching 210 km east from Cape Town along the continent’s southern coastline. The waters of the Indian Ocean glisten and at certain times of the year are home to migrating whales and dolphins. This journey with A&K is of the highest standard. It includes handpicked boutique accommodation which is luxurious and well located allowing easy access to local attractions. An A&K driver/guide will escort you from beginning to end, making sure every detail is taken care of.

Day 1: Cape Town – Oudtshoorn. After meeting your A&K driver/guide head to Route 62 for the drive to Oudtshoorn, South Africa’s ostrich breeding centre. Rosenhof Country Lodge (Standard Room)

Day 2: Oudtshoorn – Plettenberg Bay. Visit the spectacular underground Cango Caves, a wonderland of stalactites and stalagmites. Continue on to an ostrich farm where the life cycle of this extraordinary bird is explained.An “Ostrich Derby” finishes the experience where local jockeys display their skills. Leave Oudtshoorn as you travel over the scenic Outeniqua Pass to Plettenberg Bay. Perfectly placed high above the magnificent indigenous forests of the Tsitsikamma, Tsala Treetop Lodge is uniquely set within a stunning natural setting (B). Tsala Treetop Lodge (Treetop Suite)

Day 3: Plettenberg Bay. Morning at leisure to explore Plettenberg Bay, Knysna and surrounds. Later board the MV John Benn for a cruise to the famous Knysna Heads (B). Tsala Treetop Lodge (Treetop Suite)

Day 4: Plettenberg Bay – Port Elizabeth. Drive past the indigenous forests of the Tsitsikamma Mountains and visit the “Big Tree”, an impressive yellowwood, estimated to be between 600 and 800 years old. Carry on to Port Elizabeth and the airport (B).


Famous for its wines and gourmet produce the Cape Winelands are a picturesque region just outside Cape Town. We’ve handpicked the finest vineyards, providores and producers there so you can taste the epicurean delights on offer and hear from the experts about what makes each item so special. There are many wine varietals, Belgian chocolates, cheese and a Cape Cuisine walking tour and your accommodation is at the newly refurbished Mont Rochelle.

Day 1: Cape Town – Franschhoek. Arrive into the Mother City and transfer by private vehicle to the Cape Winelands where your first stop is Morgenster Estate for a privately guided wine and olive experience. This afternoon arrive at Sir Richard Branson’s Mont Rochelle Hotel & Vineyard. Mont Rochelle (Cabernet Room).

Day 2: Franschhoek. A full day exploring the surrounding area with your guide. Visit Haute Cabrière Wine Estate where you’ll experience their full range of wines and Methode Cap Classiques in a beautiful tasting venue. Continue on to the Huguenot Museum and monument and wander down Franschhoek’s charming high street full of art and antique shops and great shopping opportunities. There’s time too observing Belgian-qualified chocolatiers at work. This afternoon head to Grande Provence, a 300 year old wine estate and gallery. A wine ambassador guides guests through the process of making and blending with tastings and a personally blended bottle as a memento (B,L). Mont Rochelle (Cabernet Room).

Day 3: Franschhoek – Cape Town. Start the day with a wine and cheese tasting at Fairview in Paarl, South Africa’s largest producer of speciality cheeses. Continue towards Stellenbosch, the famous university town, and to Waterford Wine Estate where a uniquely paired chocolate and wine tasting is included. In Stellenbosch you head off on the Classic Cape Cuisine Walking tour which combines tastings of traditional Cape produce, such as biltong, bobotie and buchu tea, with a tour of the town’s rich architecture and oak-lined streets. A final wine tasting is included before returning to Cape Town (B,L).


Aerial view of Knysna, the Garden Route Mont Rochelle

Lengthen your A&K holiday with one of these short add-ons.

THE gArDEN rOuTE iN STylE | 4 DAyS CAPE fOOD & wiNE rOuTE | 3 DAyS

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SOuTH AfriCA | 9 Days | Cape Town – Sabi Sand Game Reserve - Livingstone

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Introduce your children to the splendours of the animal kingdom on a family friendly safari in southern Africa. Throughout the journey there are specially tailored activities to suit parent and child alike. Start off in Cape Town, one of the world’s great cities, with a cable car ride up Table Mountain plus an aquarium visit and chocolate making. In the Sabi Sand, families encounter incredible wildlife experiences and the EleFun Centre offers hands-on, interactive activities designed for Junior Trackers and Junior Rangers. Finish in Victoria Falls where there are plenty of possible activities from nature walks and white water rafting to bungee jumping and a cruise on the Zambezi.

Day 1: Arrive Cape Town. Transfer to your hotel in the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Rest of the day at leisure. One&Only Cape Town (Marina Table Mountain Room) Day 2: Cape Town. This morning is a privately guided tour of Cape Town beginning with an ascent of Table Mountain by cable car (weather permitting). Continue to the Castle of Good Hope and tour the museum and dungeons. Return to the waterfront and visit the Two Ocean’s Aquarium before returning to your hotel (B). One&Only Cape Town (Marina Table Mountain Room) Day 3: Cape Town. A full day tour into the Cape Winelands. Kick the day off with wine tasting for adults and bread making for youngsters. Lunch is at the family run Môreson Wine Farm before a chocolate indulgence in Franschhoek. Return to Cape Town via the historic university town of Stellenbosch (B,L). One&Only Cape Town (Marina Table Mountain Room) Day 4: Cape Town – Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Morning flight to Skukuza* where you are met and transferred into the Sabi Sand and your lodge. Afternoon game viewing activities (B,D). Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge (Luxury Suite) Days 5-6: Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Two full days spent in the Sabi Sand with morning and afternoon game viewing and a host of specially tailored child-friendly activities at the EleFun centre (B,L,D). Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge (Luxury Suite) Day 7: Sabi Sand – Livingstone – victoria Falls. Transfer for the flight to Nelspruit and onward flight* to Livingstone, Zambia. A&K transfer across the border into Zimbabwe and your accommodation. The afternoon is at leisure. (B). Victoria Falls Safari Suites (2 bedroom Suite)

Day 8: victoria Falls. This morning is a guided walking tour of the famous Victoria Falls - one of the great natural wonders of the world. This evening is a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River aboard the Zambezi Explorer (B). Victoria Falls Safari Suites (2 bedroom Suite) Day 9: Depart Livingstone. Transfer back to Livingstone Airport for onward arrangements (B).

PRICE Family 2 Adults & 2 Children Adult Twin Share Per Person: From $6,585 Child (8 – 11 years) Per Person: From $3,475 Child (0 – 7 years) Per Person: From $3,110

*Flight not included

A family Adventure in South Africa

EleFun Centre, Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge


Widely regarded as one of the world’s most luxurious trains, the Blue Train offers more than just a journey. It’s an all-inclusive experience offering a combination of unsurpassed luxury travel, five star-accommodation, fine cuisine, personalised butler service and routes that offer breathtaking views of the South African countryside from the comfort of your private suite or from any one of the train’s exquisite lounges. Indulge in the finest cuisine prepared by top chefs, accompanied by some of the best wines South Africa has to offer. Cabins include on board entertainment and a driver’s eye view camera showing the countryside ahead.

By day, your private suite is an elegant and relaxing haven. Generous lounge chairs and a writing desk at the window afford unparalleled views of Africa’s panoramic and enigmatic sights. By night it transforms into a subtly-lit cosy bedroom complete with all the luxury trimmings and an en suite bathroom.

The journey between Pretoria and Cape Town is run on a regular schedule and the train can be chartered for any other route in South Africa.

PrETOriA – CAPE TOwN | 2 DAyS

The southbound route is a 27 hour journey of 1,600 km through some of South Africa’s most diverse and spectacular scenery. En route there is a stopover and excursion in Kimberley, where guests take a step back in time to the days of the diamond rush.

Price (De Luxe) Twin Share: From $1,555 Solo Traveller: From $2,335

*Book your journey and receive a free night’s accommodation with transfer in Pretoria or Cape Town before or after your journey.

CAPE TOwN – PrETOriA | 2 DAyS

On the Northbound route, the journey includes a stop at Matjiesfontein for an off-the-train excursion in this Victorian-era town complete with a glass of sherry in a local bar.

Price (De Luxe)Twin Share: From $1,555Solo Traveller: From $2,335

Blue Train Rovos Rail

THE BluE TrAiN rOvOS rAil

Rovos Rail’s elegant features evoke the spirit of a bygone era and just 72 guests are treated to this unforgettable African rail experience. The Deluxe Suites are cosy and stylishly decorated with wood panelling and polished timber finishes, each with en suite bathroom. Meals are a highlight with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients and traditional dishes with a selection of fine South African wines.

PrETOriA – CAPE TOwN | 3 DAyS

This 1,600 km journey traverses the highveld grasslands out of the nation’s capital, the barren reaches of the Great Karoo, the spectacular mountain ranges and scenic winelands of the Cape before arriving in Cape Town. Stops en route include the historic village of Matjiesfontein and Kimberley.

Price (Deluxe Suite) Twin Share Per Person: From $2,585 Solo Traveller: From $3,875

PrETOriA – viCTOriA fAllS | 4 DAyS

This journey highlights Africa’s diverse landscapes as you travel westwards into Botswana and then north crossing the Tropic of Capricorn and through the country’s dry reaches before the border crossing into Zimbabwe. The train continues past Bulawayo and into Hwange Game Reserve for a game drive and on to the spectacular Victoria Falls.

Price (Deluxe Suite) Twin Share Per Person: From $3,380 Solo Traveller: From $5,070

CAPE TOwN – DAr ES SAlAAM | 15 DAyS

This epic journey travels through South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania. Beginning in Cape Town the train takes in the historic village of Matjiesfontein, the diamond town of Kimberley and Pretoria followed by the Madikwe Game Reserve. Continue through Botswana into Zimbabwe with overnight at the illustrious Victoria Falls Hotel. Cross the mighty Zambezi River, joins the Tazara line in Zambia and continue to Chisimba Falls. Climbing to the Tanzanian border the route descends into the Great Rift Valley. As it climbs again to Dar es Salaam, it traverses the Selous Game Reserve.

Price (Deluxe Suite) Twin Share per Person: From $21,855 Solo Traveller: From $30,715

LuxuRY RAIL JOuRNEYSLengthen your A&K holiday with one of these train journeys.

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Go in search of the Big Five in prime game viewing territory and stay in one of South Africa’s luxury private game reserves where there is abundant game, outstanding guides and gracious lodgings thrown in. Add to this an idyllic getaway on one of the Indian Ocean’s most beautiful islands and you have the perfect holiday.

Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg. An A&K welcome and assistance to the airport hotel. InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Johannesburg – Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. This morning return to the airport for flight* to Skukuza airport in the world famous Kruger National Park. On arrival you are met and transferred into the wildlife rich Sabi Sand Game Reserve and your choice of lodge (B,L,D). andBeyond Exeter River Lodge (Suite) or Singita Boulders Lodge (Bush Suite)

Days 3-4: Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Two days on safari in the game rich Sabi Sand where the Big Five is well represented as well as other rare animals, such as cheetah and spotted hyena. Various antelope species can also be seen, as can giraffe and warthog. The area is also well known for some of the best leopard experiences in Africa. An ample array of bird life, ranging from water birds to birds of prey, will keep ornithologists absorbed (B,L,D). andBeyond Exeter River Lodge (Suite) or Singita Boulders Lodge (Bush Suite)

Day 5: Sabi Sand – Benguerra Island. This morning you will be transferred to Mpumalanga airport to join your flight* to Vilanculos, Mozambique. On arrival transfer for your flight to Benguerra Island and your luxury lodge. An exquisite piece of paradise in the middle of the Indian Ocean, Benguerra Island is a magical destination where time stands still. Your choice of lodge includes the luxurious Aruza Benguerra with just 17 villas nestled along one of the last undiscovered stretches of beach in the world or the brand new andBeyond Benguerra Island which combines tropical chic with a distinct touch of the Mozambican coastline’s Portuguese heritage (B,D). andBeyond Benguerra Island (Casinha) or Azura Benguerra (Luxury Beach Villa).

Days 6-7: Benguerra Island. Two days spent on idyllic Benguerra Island, the second largest in the Bazaruto Archipelago. This Indian Ocean island paradise is famous for its pristine beaches, unspoiled coral reefs teeming with marine life and excellent fishing opportunities. At Azura Benguerra your stay includes a Landrover trip around the island and a sunset dhow cruise. At andBeyond Benguerra Island enjoy sea kayaking and a sunset dhow cruise. Other activities are available at additional cost such as scuba diving, horse riding, salt water and deep sea fishing and island drives (B,LD). andBeyond Benguerra Island (Casinha) or Azura Benguerra (Luxury Beach Villa).

Day 8: Depart Benguerra Island. Leave your tropical paradise with a return flight to Vilanculos for onward connections (B).

PRICE andBeyond Exeter River Lodge & andBeyond Benguerra Island Twin Share Per Person: From $6,900 Solo Traveller: From $8,455

Singita Boulders Lodge & Azura Benguerra Twin Share Per Person: From $11,365 Solo Traveller: From $16,290

*Flight not included.

andBeyond Benguerra Island

SOuTH AfriCA & MOZAMBiQuE | 8 Days | Johannesburg – Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve – Benguerra Island


victoria falls Extension | 3 Days Complement your safari experience with a visit to the Zimbabwean side of spectacular Victoria Falls, said to be the largest sheet of falling water in the world. Stay at the famous Victoria Falls Hotel situated on a World Heritage site overlooking the falls.


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ZiMBABwE | 8 Days | Johannesburg – Hwange National Park – Mana Pools National Park - Harare

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After years of economic instability, the beautiful country of Zimbabwe is again welcoming visitors. Its wildlife is some of the best in Africa and this journey takes you into Hwange National Park, the country’s largest, famous for its elephant concentrations, as well as the breathtaking Mana Pools National Park in the Zambezi Valley. Nights are spent under canvas in luxury surrounds and there’s a variety of safari activities including game drives, walks and boat trips.

Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg. An A&K greeting on arrival and assistance to your airport hotel. InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Johannesburg – Hwange National Park. Fly* to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. A connecting light aircraft flight takes you south to Hwange National Park, the country’s largest. Hwange is legendary for its vast array of wildlife, particularly the massive herds of elephant and buffalo, and summer sees large antelope herds migrate onto the plains, closely followed by the predators (B,L,D). Little Makalolo Camp (Tented Room)

Days 3-4: Hwange National Park. Two days to explore Hwange. During summer, plains game migrates into the grasslands, closely followed by their predators. Elephant, Cape buffalo, sable, roan, southern giraffe, blue wildebeest, impala and sometimes even gemsbok (oryx) can be seen here. This park is one of the best for predators – lion, leopard, wild dog and cheetah are regularly sighted, along with the smaller African wildcat, serval, honey badger, civet and spotted hyena. Bird life in the area is also prolific, with more than 400 species found (B,L,D). Little Makalolo Camp (Tented Room)

Day 5: Hwange National Park – Mana Pools National Park. Fly to Mana Pools National Park in the north of the country. On the middle reaches of the Zambezi River, a hundred kilometres below Lake Kariba, Mana Pools is situated in the heart of the Zambezi Valley. Ringed by the distant blue hills of the escarpment, this area is bursting with a profusion of birds and animals, especially during the dry season from June to October (B,L,D). Ruckomechi Camp (Tented Room)

Day 6-7: Mana Pools National Park. Two days here in this beautiful part of the world renowned for the large numbers of elephant, buffalo, hippo and eland. Predators such as lion, leopard and wild dog are also found. Birdlife is superb, particularly for both mopane woodland and riverine species. Activities include wildlife viewing in open 4WD vehicles on motorised pontoon boats, on foot and in canoes (B,L,D). Ruckomechi Camp (Tented Room)

Day 8: Mana Pools National Park – Harare. Farewell from A&K as you end your safari with a flight to Harare airport (B).



Mana Pools National Park

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BOTSwANA | 9 Days | Johannesburg – Chobe National Park – Okavango Delta - Maun

ZIMBABWE

SOUTH AFRICA

ZAMBIA

Maun

Victoria Falls

Livingstone

Okavango Delta

Gaborone Pretoria

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Central KalahariBOTSWANA

AKP supported project: living with elephants.

African waterways

Mokoro excursion, Okavango Delta

This inspiring journey takes a privileged look at two pristine parts of Africa – the Okavango Delta and the Chobe National Park which has one of the largest concentrations of game on the continent. The wildlife is prolific and the landscape diverse and dramatic. Game viewing is offered by 4WD vehicle, boat and sometimes on foot. The companionship of outstanding safari guides combined with the privacy of luxurious Sanctuary Retreats’ Lodges & Camps adds up to an unforgettable safari experience.

Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg. A warm A&K welcome to South Africa with assistance to your airport hotel. InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (Deluxe Room).

Day 2: Johannesburg – Chobe National Park. This morning fly* to Kasane, Botswana where you are met and transferred to Chobe National Park, Botswana’s second largest park famous for its massive herds of elephant and buffalo (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Thatched Cottage).

Day 3: Chobe National Park. Today enjoy a morning game drive traversing the park’s diverse landscapes, getting up close to elephants, hippo, buffalo, puku and other animals that gather on the banks of the Chobe River. Lion and leopard are also found in the area. This afternoon take a boat safari on the river watching elephants as they come down to drink and bathe as the sun sets. Alternatively you might like to indulge in a pampering spa treatment at the spa (additional cost) (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Thatched Cottage).

Day 4: Chobe – Okavango Delta. Continue on by light aircraft into the heart of the Okavango Delta with its network of lagoons, palm islands and floodplains. Settle in before your afternoon safari adventure by mokoro (seasonal), 4WD or on foot (B,L,D). Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp (Safari Tent) or Sanctuary Baines’ Camp (Luxury Suite)

Day 5: Okavango Delta. Today a rare and unforgettable experience awaits. Join handler Doug and his herd of semi-habituated elephants Jabu, Thembi and Morula for a once in a lifetime experience. You’ll spend a morning with these gentle pachyderms on their daily forage. By participating in this activity you are supporting the

Living With Elephants Foundation, a Botswana registered non-profit organisation. Later take a game drive on the grassy plains, glide along the waterways by mokoro (seasonal), or take a guided safari walk (B,L,D). Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp (Safari Tent) or Sanctuary Baines’ Camp (Luxury Suite)

Day 6: Okavango Delta. Fly onwards by light aircraft to your luxury bush pavilion in the world renowned Mombo Concession, Africa’s “predator capital”. Vast numbers of animals congregate here all year round and Chief’s Island is one of the many created by the seasonal flood waters of the Okavango Delta. Game viewing here is outstanding with the Big Five a highlight (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Days 7-8: Okavango Delta. Further explore the Delta, experiencing the exceptional wildlife by 4WD with an expert safari guide or a mokoro ride through the waterways (in season). There are good opportunities to see rhino, leopard, giraffe, elephant, buffalo, zebra, antelope – and for the keen birder, a wonderful variety of avian species (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Day 9: Depart Okavango. Fly by light aircraft flight to Maun where your safari ends (B).




Okavango Delta Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park

Hippos, Okavango Delta

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BOTSwANA | 11 Days | Johannesburg – Selinda Reserve – Okavango Delta – Makgadikgadi Pans National Park - Maun

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Makgadikgadi & Nxai Pan National Park

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This unique journey showcases Botswana in all its magnificence. You’ll experience the wilds of Selinda Reserve where game viewing is hard core, the wetlands of the pristine Okavango Delta and the extraordinary desert experience of the remote Makgadikgadi salt pans. See big game in huge numbers as well as the smaller more elusive species and at the end of each adventurous day retire to the sublime comforts of our hand-picked camps and lodges.

Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg. A&K welcome to South Africa and assistance to airport hotel. InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Johannesburg – Maun – Selinda Reserve. Fly* to Maun, Botswana where a light aircraft flight takes you north to the 320,000 acre Selinda Reserve, a wild, unfenced private wildlife sanctuary. Selinda’s vast floodplains and ancient forests provide an authentic and timeless African experience. Settle into your safari surrounds before heading out on your first afternoon game activity (B,L,D). Selinda Camp (Luxury Standard Room)

Days 3-4: Selinda Reserve. Setting out at dawn, when predators are active, guides are as keen as guests to discover the riches of each day. Once the sun is high and strong, retreat with the herds to camp. Then, as the sun begins to wane, head out late afternoon in search of nocturnal wildlife and the action that comes with sunset. Short guided walks from camp are offered as well (B,L,D). Selinda Camp (Luxury Standard Room)

Day 5: Selinda Reserve – Okavango Delta. Fly to the Okavango Delta with its network of lagoons, channels, palm islands and floodplains. The camp is situated in the world-renowned Mombo Concession, Africa’s “predator capital”, where vast numbers of animals congregate year round making game viewing here outstanding. Enjoy an afternoon game viewing activity (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chiefs Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Days 6-7: Okavango Delta. Two days exploring the spectacular Okavango Delta and its wildlife with an expert guide on hand to share a wealth of knowledge on game drives into the bush plus mokoro rides through the waterways (in season). There are opportunities to see rhino, leopard,

giraffe, elephant, buffalo, zebra, antelope even wild dog and a variety of avian species (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chiefs Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Day 8: Okavango – Makgadikgadi Pans. Leave the wetlands and fly down to the remote Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, the largest saltpan in the world. Your elegant 1940s-style safari camp is located in a beautiful palm grove (B,L,D). Jack’s Camp (Luxury Tent)

Days 9-10: Makgadikgadi Pans. Two days to explore a relic of one of the world’s largest superlakes, the Makgadikgadi, which dried up thousands of years ago. Venturing into the centre by 4WD quad bike (seasonal), you will be able to explore remote archaeological sites including fossil beds of extinct species. A safari to Jack’s Camp is a complete desert experience focusing on species unique to the area such as aardvark, gemsbuck and springbuck. It is the only place where you are virtually guaranteed to see the rare and elusive brown hyena and interact with a gang of habituated but wild meerkats (B,L,D). Jack’s Camp (Luxury Tent)

Day 11: Depart Makgadikgadi Pans. Fly to Maun airport where your safari ends (B).



Meerkats, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park


ZAMBiA | 8 Days | Lusaka – South Luangwa National Park – Lower Zambezi National Park

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Elephant herd crossing Luangwa River, Zambia

Combine an outstanding wilderness experience in the South Luangwa, home of the ‘walking safari’ and widely considered one of Africa’s finest and most unspoiled wildlife reserves, with an exciting contrast in the Lower Zambezi. You’ll see game from safari vehicles, get up close on foot and float gently past herds which frequent the river and its banks. unspoilt natural beauty and abundant game make these two areas an ideal destination for an African safari.

Day 1: Arrive Lusaka. An A&K welcome and assistance to your hotel. Taj Pamodzi (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Lusaka – South Luangwa National Park. Fly* to Mfuwe in the east of the country. You are met and transferred into the spectacular South Luangwa National Park, a vast reserve covering 9,050 km² (B,L,D). Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp (Luxury Tent)

Days 3-4: South Luangwa. Two days to explore the magnificent South Luangwa. This world-renowned wildlife haven supports large populations of Thornicroft’s Giraffe, and herds of elephant and buffalo often several hundred strong. The vegetation too is diverse and keen spotters are rewarded with incredible sightings of lion, elephant, giraffe and any number of antelope from Bushbuck and Puku to Greater Kudu and Impala. Each day enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive with sundowners and a thrilling night drive. Or, as the South Luangwa is ‘home’ of the walking safari, head out on foot with your guide to see the bush from a different perspective (B,L,D). Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp (Luxury Tent)

Day 5: South Luangwa – Lower Zambezi. Fly* via Lusaka to the Lower Zambezi National Park, an area of stunning wilderness. Your camp overlooks an expanse of narrow channels and low set reed islands teeming with game, with the magnificent Zambezi escarpment as the backdrop. Acquaint yourself with the local wildlife on an afternoon game drive (B,L,D). Sausage Tree Camp (Signature Tent)

Days 6-7: Lower Zambezi National Park. Discover the Lower Zambezi over the next two days. An early morning canoe safari is one of the most serene (and exciting) ways to explore the Zambezi River. A half day game drive will bring

close encounters with elephant, buffalo, lion and possibly the endangered wild dog, and a guided safari will highlight the smaller creatures of the bush (B,L,D). Sausage Tree Camp (Signature Tent)

Day 8: Depart Lower Zambezi. Farewell from A&K as you end your safari with a flight* to either Lusaka or Livingstone (B).



victoria falls Extension | 3 Days

Complement your safari experience with a visit to the Zambian side of spectacular Victoria Falls. Stay at either Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma set in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park or The Royal Livingstone Hotel. PRICE Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Twin Share Per Person: From $1,780 Solo Traveller: From $2,215

Royal Livingstone Hotel Twin Share Per Person: From $1,615 Solo Traveller: From $2,995

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AKP supported project: living with elephants.

ZAMBiA & BOTSwANA | 12 Days | Lusaka – South Luangwa – Livingstone – Chobe – Okavango Delta - Maun

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victoria Falls, Zambia

Combine outstanding wilderness experiences in Zambia when you visit the South Luangwa, home of the ‘walking safari’ and widely considered one of Africa’s finest and most unspoiled wildlife reserves, and two of Botswana’s richest game viewing areas – Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta. You’ll see game from safari vehicles, get up close on foot and float gently past herds on a river cruise. unspoilt natural beauty and abundant game make these two countries an ideal southern African safari.

Day 1: Arrive Lusaka. An A&K welcome and assistance to your hotel. Taj Pamodzi (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Lusaka – South Luangwa National Park. Fly* to Mfuwe. You are met and transferred into the spectacular South Luangwa National Park (B,L,D). Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp (Luxury Tent)

Days 3-4: South Luangwa. Two days to explore the magnificent South Luangwa. This world-renowned wildlife haven supports large populations of Thornicroft’s Giraffe, and herds of elephant and buffalo often several hundred strong. Each day enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive with sundowners and a thrilling night drive. Or, as the South Luangwa is ‘home’ of the walking safari, head out on foot with your guide to see the bush from a different perspective (B,L,D). Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp (Luxury Tent)

Day 5: South Luangwa – Livingstone. Fly* via Lusaka to Livingstone. On arrival transfer to your accommodation (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge (Tree House)

Day 6: Design your Day Livingstone. Today choose two of the following activities; A guided tour of the Zambian side of Victoria Falls; visit the AKP supported Nakatindi village; a game drive in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park; or take an early morning or sunset boat trip on the river (B,LD). Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge (Tree House)

Day 7: Livingstone – Chobe National Park. This morning transfer to Livingstone Airport. Depart Zambia on a shared light aircraft transfer to Kasane, Botswana. On arrival you are transferred to your lodge. The afternoon is at leisure for game viewing by 4WD or a river trip (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Cottage)

Day 8: Chobe National Park. Start the day with an early morning game drive. Motorised boat safaris and sundowner cruises on the Chobe River are also available (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Cottage)

Day 9: Chobe National Park – Okavango Delta. This morning transfer to Kasane airport for a shared light aircraft to the Moremi Game Reserve. This area is considered to offer some of the finest game viewing in Southern Africa and is also home to the Big Five (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Days 10-11: Okavango Delta. You have two days here with extensive game viewing opportunities. The wildlife here is nothing short of spectacular at any given time of the year and the area is renowned for its large concentrations of elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, giraffe, impala and of course predators, such as leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena and a large resident pride of lion. Game drives are conducted early morning and late afternoon in custom built open 4WD vehicles. Mokoro (dugout canoe) activities are offered (seasonal) (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Day 12: Okavango – Maun. Depart the Okavango on a light aircraft flight to Maun where your safari ends (B).




Dining at Sanctuary Chief’s Camp, Botswana

Okavango Delta, Botswana

River Cruise, Chobe National Park, Botswana

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NAMiBiA | 8 Days | Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Skeleton Coast – Windhoek

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This adventure takes you into some of the most rugged and iconic parts of Namibia. See extraordinary desert-adapted wildlife, vast dunes in the world’s oldest desert and the Sand Sea plus the legendary Skeleton Coast where the stark shoreline and shipwrecks can be seen from the air and at ground level with a visit to the Cape fur seal colony. On safari you’ll bed down in two of the country’s most unique camps each designed to blend into the surrounding landscape and offering an extraordinary desert experience.

Day 1: Arrive windhoek. Arrive into the Namibian capital where you are met and transferred to the hotel. Hotel Heinitzburg (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: windhoek – Sossusvlei. Board a light aircraft flight for the journey south into the private 37,000 hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve – the gateway to Namibia’s Sand Sea with its towering dunes. See desert-adapted wildlife such as ostrich, springbok and gemsbok. Smaller creatures such as bat-eared fox and aardwolf can be seen at night. Your base is a luxurious desert retreat whose thatched ‘kulalas’ merge seamlessly into the landscape (B,D). Little Kulala Camp (Thatched Kulala)

Day 3: Sossusvlei. Activities at Little Kulala include morning guided drives to the spectacular dunes of Sossusvlei, among the highest in the world, walks and game drives in this pristine private wilderness reserve with incredible views, desert-adapted wildlife and plants (B,L,D). Little Kulala Camp (Thatched Kulala)

Day 4: Sossusvlei – Skeleton Coast. Depart this morning on a light aircraft flight to the exciting new Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp arriving mid-afternoon (B,L,D). Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp (Tent)

Days 5-6: Skeleton Coast. Rugged, iconic and startlingly life-filled, the 450,000 hectare Palmwag Concession borders the vast Skeleton Coast Park. Part of the Namib Desert, it boasts a rich ecological diversity thanks to the Hoanib River that provides water in an incredibly harsh environment. Freshwater springs support healthy populations of Hartmann’s mountain zebra, giraffe, gemsbok, springbok, kudu, comical meerkats (suricates), inquisitive ground squirrels, black-backed jackal and small spotted genet. Even elephant thrive and lion, leopard and cheetah are found here.

Palmwag also has the largest free-roaming population of desert-adapted black rhino in Africa while the famous Cape fur seals in their thousands live on the Skeleton Coast shore. During your stay enjoy game drives, sundowners, enlightening talks on the area, a scenic flight over the dramatic Skeleton Coast and a visit to the seal colony (B,L,D). Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp (Tent)

Day 7: Skeleton Coast – windhoek. This morning enjoy activities at your lodge before a lunch time flight back to Windhoek, arriving late afternoon. On arrival transfer to the hotel (B). Hotel Heinitzburg (Deluxe Room)

Day 8: Depart windhoek. This morning transfer to Windhoek international airport where your adventure ends (B).


Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp

Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Sossusvlei & the Skeleton Coast


NAMiBiA | 9 Days | Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Hartmann Valley – Ongava Game Reserve - Windhoek

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An exceptional experience awaits in Namibia. This is a land of vast and spectacular landscapes, of giant dunes, mountains, savannah and possibly the oldest desert on earth. It’s a destination that will enthral the return safari enthusiast with its fantastic and unique wildlife experiences and exceptional photographic opportunities. An excellent range of luxury accommodation options is now available from boutique hotels to unique tented camps and remote lodges sure to impress the discerning traveller.

Day 1: Arrive windhoek. Arrive into the Namibian capital where you are met and transferred to your charming boutique hotel. The Olive Exclusive (Junior Suite)

Day 2: windhoek – Sossusvlei. Board a light aircraft flight for the journey south into the private 37,000 hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve – the gateway to Namibia’s Sand Sea with its towering dunes. See desert-adapted wildlife such as ostrich, springbok and gemsbok. Smaller creatures such as bat-eared fox and aardwolf can be seen at night. Your base is a luxurious desert retreat whose thatched ‘kulalas’ merge seamlessly into the landscape (B,D). Little Kulala Camp (Thatched Kulala)

Day 3: Sossusvlei. Activities at Little Kulala include morning guided drives to the spectacular dunes of Sossusvlei, among the highest in the world, walks and game drives in this pristine private wilderness reserve with incredible views, desert-adapted wildlife and plants (B,L,D). Little Kulala Camp (Thatched Kulala)

Day 4: Sossusvlei – Hartmann valley. This morning fly from Sossusvlei to Serra Cafema Camp (arriving late this afternoon) in the extreme north-west of Namibia on the banks of the Kunene River in the Hartmann Valley. The Kunene River is the only permanent source of water in this region and creates a lush oasis along its banks (B,L,D). Serra Cafema Camp (Villa)

Days 5-6: Hartmann valley. Two full days to explore. Activities revolve around the surrounding Namib Desert sands and the lush oases along the river, including informative nature drives and guided quad bike excursions through the dunes (B,L,D). Serra Cafema Camp (Villa)

Day 7: Hartmann valley – Ongava Game Reserve. Fly east to the Ongava Game Reserve which borders Etosha National Park to the south. Etosha National Park is Namibia’s premier wildlife destination and one of Africa’s largest game reserves. In the dry season large herds of wildlife congregate around the waterholes and the endless plains offer breathtaking vistas. Perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking a waterhole, Little Ongava is known for its panoramic vistas of the surrounding savannah and its exclusivity. This afternoon enjoy a game drive with the possibility of night viewing (B,L,D). Little Ongava Lodge (Private Unit)

Day 8: Ongava Game Reserve. Activities at Little Ongava revolve around day and night drives, visiting hides and walks with experienced guides. Game drives and daytrips into the easily accessible Okaukuejo area of Etosha National Park are rewarding with sightings of lion, elephant, gemsbok, springbok, red hartebeest and white and black rhino. For those who enjoy close wildlife encounters, tracking white rhino on foot is sure to be a highlight (B,L,D). Little Ongava Lodge (Private Unit)

Day 9: Ongava Game Reserve – windhoek. This morning return by air to Windhoek airport where your adventure ends (B).


Desert Discovery

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AKP supported project: Nakatindi village, Zambia

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Kruger National Park

ChobeNational Park

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Central Kalahari

SOuTH AfriCA, ZAMBiA, BOTSwANA | 12 Days | Johannesburg – Sabi Sand – Livingstone – Chobe – Okavango Delta - Maun

On safari, Londolozi Founders Camp, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve

Southern Africa Safari Adventure

Visiting three southern African countries, this outstanding safari takes you to the region’s finest game viewing locations. The iconic Londolozi Private Game Reserve is a stand out where you stay in an enchanting riverside camp and go in search of the Big Five. You’ll marvel at the huge herds in Chobe National Park and the extraordinary wildlife experience that is Sanctuary Chief’s Camp in the Okavango Delta. All this is perfectly topped off with the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls.

Day 1: Arrive Johannesburg. A warm A&K welcome to South Africa and assistance to your airport hotel. InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (Deuxe Room)

Day 2: Johannesburg – Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. This morning you are transferred to the airport for the aircraft transfer to Londolozi Private Game Reserve. Londolozi is an exclusive 14,000 hectare safari wilderness in the heart of the famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Your accommodation is intimate with just ten chalets ideally situated along the riverbank (B,L,D). Londolozi Founders Camp (Superior Chalet)

Days 3-4: Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Two days of exceptional game viewing at Londolozi where chances of seeing the Big Five are excellent and leopard viewing is unsurpassed. Your experiences are tailored to suit your individual interests and expectations and in addition to game viewing activities include yoga, clay pigeon shooting, tracking adventures, all day walking expeditions or a visit to the local Shangaan Cultural Village and Learning Centre (B,L,D). Londolozi Founders Camp (Superior Chalet)

Day 5: Sabi Sand – Livingstone. Depart Londolozi on a light aircraft transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport where you connect with the onward flight* to Livingstone, Zambia. Here you are met and transferred to Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. The remainder of your day is at leisure to enjoy the activities on offer (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma (Tree House)

Day 6: Design your Day Livingstone. This morning you are taken on a guided walking tour of the famous Victoria Falls from the Zambian side – one of the great natural wonders of the world. You

can well imagine the awe experienced by David Livingstone, the first known European to see the falls, when the thundering cascade of water first presented itself. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the activities on offer here including village tours, a guided 4WD safari trip into the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, the AKP supported Nakatindi village project and early morning or sunset river cruises on the Zambezi River (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma (Tree House)

Day 7: Livingstone – Chobe National Park. This morning transfer to Livingstone Airport. Depart Zambia on a light aircraft transfer to Kasane, Botswana. On arrival at Kasane Airport, you are met and transferred to Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero. This exquisite lodge sits above the Chobe River offering unparalleled panoramic views across the islands and flood plains as far as neighbouring Namibia. Your afternoon is at leisure for game viewing by 4WD or a river trip (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Thatched Cottage)

Day 8: Design your Day Chobe National Park. Start the day with an early morning game drive. The park covers a diversity of landscapes ranging from riverine forests to floodplains and periodic marshlands. It is home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa, as well as an abundance of hippo, buffalo, antelope and lion. Game drives are conducted by highly qualified professional guides in customised open 4WD game viewing vehicles. Motorised boat safaris and sundowner cruises on the Chobe River are also available (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Thatched Cottage)


Day 9: Chobe National Park – Okavango Delta. This morning you are transferred to Kasane airport for a shared light aircraft flight to Sanctuary Chief’s Camp situated in the Mombo Concession of the Moremi Game Reserve, known as the “predator capital” of Africa. This area is considered to offer some of the finest game viewing in Southern Africa and is also home to the Big Five. The rest of the day is at your leisure to familiarise yourself with your surroundings and enjoy the activities on offer (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Days 10-11: Okavango Delta. You have two days here with extensive game viewing opportunities. The wildlife is nothing short of spectacular at any time of the year and the area is renowned for its large concentrations of elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, giraffe, impala and predators, such as leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena and a large resident pride of lion as well as both white and black rhino. Add to that the 400 species of bird life and you have one of the best safari experiences that Botswana can offer. Game drives are conducted early morning and late afternoon in custom built open 4WD vehicles. Mokoro (dug-out canoe) activities are offered in high season only and are subject to water levels (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Day 12: Okavango – Maun. Depart the Okavango on a light aircraft flight to Maun where your safari ends (B).



Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma, Zambia


Londolozi Founders Camp, South Africa

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ZAMBiA, BOTSwANA, NAMiBiA & SOuTH AfriCA | 26 Days | Lusaka – South Luangwa – Livingstone – Chobe –

ZAMBIA

BOTSWANA

SOUTH AFRICA

NAMIBIA

ANGOLA

ZIMBABWE

Cape Town

Livingstone

Sossusvlei


Skeleton Coast

Chobe National Park

Okavango Delta

Maun

Johannesburg

Windhoek

Lusaka

Sabi Sand Private Game Reser ve

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AKP supported projects: living with elephants, Nakatindi village and Peninsula School feeding Project, Cape Town.

Southern Circle

Little Kulala Camp, Sossusvlei, Namibia

See every highlight in southern Africa on this exclusive journey. Visit four countries and experience diverse and amazing wildlife sightings from Zambia’s South Luangwa to Botswana’s Chobe National Park and Okavango Delta, Namibia’s desert reaches and prime game viewing in South Africa’s Sabi Sand Game Reserve. The new Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is a highlight and waterfront luxe in Cape Town and tented retreats elsewhere are sure to impress.

Day 1: Arrive Lusaka. An A&K welcome and assistance to the airport hotel. Taj Pamodzi (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Lusaka – South Luangwa National Park. Fly* to Mfuwe. You are met and transferred into the spectacular South Luangwa National Park (B,L,D). Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp (Luxury Tent)

Days 3-4: South Luangwa. Two days in the magnificent South Luangwa, a world-renowned wildlife haven. Each day enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive with sundowners and a thrilling night drive. Or, as the South Luangwa is ‘home’ of the walking safari, head out on foot with your guide to see the bush from a different perspective (B,L,D). Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp (Luxury Tent)

Day 5: South Luangwa – Livingstone. Fly* via Lusaka to Livingstone. On arrival transfer to your accommodation on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge (Tree House)

Day 6: Design your Day Livingstone. Today choose two of the following activities: a guided tour of the Zambian side of Victoria Falls; visit to Nakatindi village; a game drive in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park; or an early morning or sunset boat trip on the river (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Lodge (Tree House)

Day 7: Livingstone – Chobe National Park Transfer to Livingstone Airport. Depart Zambia on a shared light aircraft transfer to Kasane, Botswana. On arrival you are met and transferred to your lodge. The afternoon is at leisure for game viewing by 4WD or a river trip (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Cottage)

Day 8: Chobe National Park. Start the day with an early morning game drive. Motorised boat safaris and sundowner cruises on the Chobe River are also available (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Cottage)

Day 9: Chobe National Park – Okavango Delta. This morning transfer to Kasane airport for a light aircraft flight to the Moremi Game Reserve, the “predator capital” of Africa. Offering some of the finest game viewing in Southern Africa it is also home to the Big Five. The rest of the day is at leisure to familiarise yourself with your surroundings and enjoy the activities on offer (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Days 10-11: Okavango Delta. Two days here with extensive game viewing opportunities. The wildlife here is spectacular any time of the year and the area is renowned for its large concentrations of elephant, buffalo, red lechwe, giraffe, impala and predators, such as leopard, cheetah, wild dog, spotted hyena and a large resident pride of lion. Game drives are conducted early morning and late afternoon in custom built open 4WD vehicles. Mokoro (dug-out canoe) activities are offered in high season only and are subject to water levels (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Day 12: Okavango – windhoek. Depart the Okavango for a light aircraft flight to Maun and onward flight* to Windhoek, Namibia. On arrival transfer to your hotel (B). Hotel Heinitzburg (Deluxe Room)

Day 13: windhoek – Sossusvlei. Board a light aircraft flight for the journey south into the private 37,000 hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve – gateway to Namibia’s Sand Sea and towering dunes. Your base is a luxurious desert retreat (B, D). Little Kulala Camp (Thatched Kulala)


Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Okavango Delta – Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Skeleton Coast – Cape Town – Sabi Sand - Johannesburg

Day 14: Sossusvlei. Activities here include morning guided drives to the spectacular dunes of Sossusvlei, among the highest in the world, walks and game drives in this pristine private wilderness reserve (B,L,D). Little Kulala Camp (Thatched Kulala)

Day 15: Sossusvlei – Skeleton Coast. Depart this morning on a light aircraft flight to the impressive Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp arriving mid-afternoon (B,L,D). Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp (Tent)

Days 16-17: Skeleton Coast. Rugged, iconic and startlingly life-filled, the 450,000 hectare Palmwag Concession borders the vast Skeleton Coast Park. With a rich ecological diversity, freshwater springs support healthy populations of Hartmann’s mountain zebra, giraffe, gemsbok, springbok, kudu, meerkats (suricates), ground squirrels, black-backed jackal and small spotted genet. Lion, leopard and cheetah are also found. During your stay enjoy game drives, sundowners, enlightening talks on the area, a scenic flight over the dramatic Skeleton Coast and a visit to a vast fur seal colony (B,L,D). Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp (Tent)

Day 18: Skeleton Coast – windhoek. Morning activities at the lodge before a lunch time flight back to Windhoek, arriving late afternoon. Transfer to your hotel (B). Hotel Heinitzburg (Deluxe Room)

Day 19: windhoek – Cape Town. Transfer to the airport for your flight* to Cape Town, South Africa. On arrival transfer to your hotel located at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront (B). Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room).

Day 20: Cape Town. This morning head off for an ascent by aerial cableway up Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain (weather permitting). From the top views of Camps Bay, the Twelve Apostles’ peaks and

the city are breath-taking. This afternoon is at leisure (B). Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room).

Day 21: Cape Town. Journey beyond the city to explore the famous Cape Winelands where picturesque vineyards are set against imposing granite peaks and eye-catching Cape Dutch homesteads. (B,L). Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room)

Day 22: Cape Town. Venture south for a full day exploration of the beautiful and dramatic Cape Peninsula including the Cape of Good Hope (B). Cape Grace (Table Mountain Luxury Room).

Day 23: Cape Town – Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve. Transfer to the airport for the flight* to Skukuza Airport and transfer to your private game reserve in the Sabi Sand. Your lodge, Rattray’s on MalaMala, offers a glimpse of a bygone era when travellers to Africa married the magic of the wild with an elegance and refinement that have been immortalised in the epic tale of Karen Blixen in ‘Out of Africa’. Each suite or khaya (Zulu for “home”) functions as an inclusive home, resplendent with hand-selected furnishings, lavish his-and-hers bathrooms, a secluded outdoor shower and a private heated plunge pool. Your ‘Big Five’ safari adventure begins with an afternoon game drive (B,D). Rattray’s on MalaMala (Luxury Suite). Days 24-25: Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve. Two full days on safari. Early morning and late afternoon game drives take you up close to elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo and possibly the elusive leopard. Guided walks are also an option as your safari guide shows you the little things that sometimes go unnoticed from a vehicle. An evening safari showcases the nocturnal species such as the loveable bushbaby (B,L,D). Rattray’s on MalaMala (Luxury Suite).

Day 26: Sabi Sand – Johannesburg. A final game-drive before your safari ends and a flight back to Johannesburg (B).

PRICETwin Share Per Person: From $26,725Solo Traveller: From $34,480



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MADAgASCAr | 10 Days | Antananarivo – Andasibe National Park – Mantadia – Antananarivo – Ifotaka – Antananarivo

MADAGASCAR

MOZAMBIQUE

Antananarivo

Fort Dauphin

Manafiaf y

Anjajavy

Ifotaka

Mantadia National Park

AndasibeNational Park

MOZAMBIQUE CHANNEL

RoadAir

Classic Madagascar

Lemur, Mandrare River Camp

Madagascar is one of travel’s final frontiers with people, creatures and landscapes found nowhere else on the planet and a culture completely different from its African or island neighbours. This journey takes in four distinctly different regions and offers diverse experiences of wildlife history and tribal culture. The itinerary features the country’s most important national parks where many varieties of lemur exist, the charming capital and Ifotaka in the south for wildlife and cultural experiences with the local Atandroy tribe.

Day 1: Arrive Tana. Arrive into Antananarivo (Tana) and transfer to your charming city hotel. (D) Pavillon de l’Emyrne (Standard Room)

Day 2: Tana – Andasibe National Park. This morning you are driven east to the Andasibe National Park, formerly Perinet Reserve (approx.3-4 hours). The journey is a gentle introduction to rural life in Madagascar passing rice fields, redbrick houses and roadside stalls selling seasonal fruits. Andasibe is home to a large variety of lemurs, birds, reptiles and invertebrates (B,L,D). Vakona Forest Lodge (Standard Room) or Andasibe Hotel (King Room)

Day 3: Andasibe National Park. This morning visit the Analamazaotra Reserve with a local guide. This 810ha reserve protects the largest of all lemurs, the indri. Look for some of the remaining 11 species of lemur which live here including the grey bamboo lemur, common brown lemur and diademed sifaka. Bird watching is also excellent. More opportunities this afternoon to see lemurs up close. A guided night walk will reveal some of the nocturnal species found here (B,L,D). Vakona Forest Lodge (Standard Room) or Andasibe Hotel (King Room)

Day 4: Mantadia National Park. Visit the nearby Mantadia National Park known for its rare orchids, waterfalls and wildlife including the indri the largest living lemur, and other seldom seen mammals, reptiles and birds. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and see the Rianasoa waterfall (B,L,D). Vakona Forest Lodge (Standard Room) or Andasibe Hotel (King Room)

Day 5: Perinet – Tana. Morning at leisure. This afternoon you are driven back to Tana (B,L,D). Pavillon de l’Emyrne (Standard Room)

Day 6: Tana – Ifotaka. Transfer for the flight to Fort Dauphin where you transfer by road (approx 4 hours) to the Ifotaka region. This afternoon head out on a walk to the sacred community forests filled with the ancestral tombs of the local Antandroy tribe, as well as an array of flora and fauna (B,L,D). Mandrare River Camp (Standard Tent)

Days 7-8: Ifotaka. Two days to enjoy all the activities on offer. Drive to the sacred forests made up mostly of tamarind trees and home to an abundance of wildlife, in particular large groups of ring-tailed lemurs. Visit nearby markets to see the rich tapestry of valley life. Travel to the forest of Zenavo, a rewarding spot for night walks and head out in search of sifakas and sleeping white-foot sportive lemurs. (B,L,D). Mandrare River Camp (Standard Tent)

Day 9: Mandrare River Camp – Tana. Transfer (approx. 4 hours) to Fort Dauphin airport for the return flight to Tana. Transfer to your hotel (B). Pavillon de l’Emyrne (Standard Room)

Day 10: Depart Tana. Transfer to the airport where your Madagascan adventure ends (B).


Madagascar Extension

Manafiafy Beach & Rainforest Extension 5 days: Twin Share Per Person: From $2,345 Anjajavy Extension 5 days: Twin Share per Person: From $4,660


One of the Indian Ocean’s most idyllic islands, Mauritius is blessed with clear warm waters and spectacular white sandy beaches. It boasts incredible marine wonders, amazing water sports, world-class golf courses and a welcoming culture. Whether as a stand-alone beach holiday or an extension to your African safari, Mauritius has plenty to offer.

A member of Leading Hotels of the World, this exquisite 5 star deluxe hotel sits in a calm lagoon with sparkling white beaches amidst 150 acres of lush tropical gardens. Complementing the natural surrounds, the hotel’s thatched dwellings exude relaxed luxury. Activities include water skiing, windsurfing, wakeboarding and kayaking, sailing, snorkelling and boat trips. The uspa by Constance is a welcome indulgence and Constance Kids Club completes the facilities.

Twin Share Per Person: From $2,665* *Junior Suite Beachfront room including buffet breakfast at L’Archipel

Restaurant. Early booking discount for bookings made more than 45 days prior to arrival. Enquire for details.

One&Only Le Saint Géran is spread across 60 acres on the beautiful Belle Mare peninsula. The resort is fringed by over a mile of white sand beach, bound by a sheltered cove on one side and by a beautiful, inviting bay on the other. The resort offers all manner of water sports with beaches, coves and reefs famed for kiteboarding, water-skiing and scuba diving. Ideal for couples and families alike, guests enjoy incomparable hospitality, the One&Only Spa, world-class golf, KidsOnly programmes and exceptional cuisine.

Twin Share Per Person: From $2,755* *Junior Suite Beach Front room including breakfast and dinner.

The iconic Le Touessrok, Mauritius will re-open its doors on 1 November 2015 as Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius. Located on the white sands of Trou d’Eau Douce Bay it offers stunning views over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. With 203 rooms, suites and villas this five-star destination promises to set new standards for service and quality combining Eastern and Western elements which reflect Shangri-La’s legendary Asian hospitality.

Twin Share Per Person: From $2,860* *Junior Suite Hibiscus Beach Access room including breakfast.

CONSTANCE lE PriNCE MAuriCE, NOrTH EAST COAST

ONE&ONly lE SAiNT gérAN SHANgri-lA’S lE TOuESSrOK rESOrT & SPA

CONSTANCE BEllE MArE PlAgE

This five star family friendly resort is set on a perfect 2km long white sandy beach. There are five styles of accommodation from contemporary suites with ocean views to family villas. A choice of seven restaurants and five bars is on offer plus a superb choice of sports including first class diving centre and free, unlimited use of two 18-hole championship golf courses. uspa by Constance and complimentary Constance Kids’ Club are also available.

Twin Share Per Person: From $1,930* *Junior Suite Beachfront room including buffet breakfast and dinner at La Citronelle Restaurant. Early booking discount for bookings made more than 45 days prior to arrival. Enquire for details.

North East Coast, Mauritius

Belle Mare peninsula, East Coast, Mauritius East Coast, Mauritius

North East Coast, Mauritius

A&K’S 5 STAR HIDEAWAYS INCLuDE: • 5 night’s accommodation in a luxurious Mauritian resort • Meet & Greet on arrival • Private luxury car arrival and departure transfers • Morning city tour • Catamaran sunset cruise including drinks and canapés

MAuRITIuS HIDEAWAYSA Selection of A&K’s Favourites

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TABLE BAY HOTEL

LONDOLOZI

ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN

uLuSABA

South Africa - Cape Town

South Africa - Sabi Sand Private game reserve

South Africa - Cape Town

South Africa - Sabi Sand Private game reserve

This sophisticated property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and has one of the best locations in Cape Town on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with views of Table Mountain, the harbour and notorious Robben Island. The hotel boasts 329 rooms and suites all of which are fited with walk-in cupboards, marble fiishes and writing desks. Luxury rooms are either seafacing with views of Robben Island or harbour-facing with views of the V&A Waterfront and iconic Table Mountain. A beautiful pool and the exceptional Camissa restaurant complete the setting for a glamourous haven during your Cape Town stay. Member of the SunLux Collection

Londolozi 5 Star Private Game Reserve is home to Africa’s legendary Big Five. Situated in prime game viewing country, the reserve is geographically and environmentally connected to the world famous Kruger National Park. Londolozi was the first game reserve in the world to be accorded Relais & Châteaux status, reinforcing its commitment to luxurious accommodation, fine cuisine and exceptional service. Granite Suites, Pioneer Camp and Tree Camp are the crème de la crème of the Londolozi portfolio. Varty Camp and Founders Camp are perfect for families.

One of the finest hotels in South Africa, the award-winning One&Only Cape Town is a chic urban resort with captivating views of Table Mountain from its enviable location on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. This elegant resort offers 131 spacious rooms and suites all with private balcony or terrace and magnificent Table Mountain or island waterway views. The world-class One&Only Spa is the city’s most sophisticated and there is an array of dining options including the celebrated Nobu and Reuben Riffel’s, Reuben’s. A large infinity-edge pool and KidsOnly club completes the extensive facilities.

ulusaba, Sir Richard Branson’s Private Game Reserve, is located in the Sabi Sand Reserve bordering Kruger National Park. Start your dream safari holiday in one of the 21 rooms and suites at either Rock Lodge or Safari Lodge and discover the Big Five during twice daily game drives and safari walks. The Cubs Club looks after the smaller adventurers with ‘individually tailored’ activities and ulusaba’s charitable foundation, Pride ‘n Purpose, provides volunteering opportunities during your visit.

SOuTHERN AFRICA HOTELS & LODGESA Selection of A&K’s Favourites


VuMBuRA PLAINS

ROYAL LIVINGSTONE HOTEL

HOANIB SKELETON COAST CAMP

ROYAL ZAMBEZI LODGE

Botswana - Okavango Delta

Zambia - livingstone

Namibia - Skeleton Coast

Zambia - lower Zambezi National Park

Contemporary and unique in design, Vumbura Plains comprises two separate satellite camps, with 14 rooms overall. Each camp has its own raised lounge, dining and bar area with magnificent vistas across the Okavango Delta, while a deck with comfortable cushions extends over the floodplain. Each large, luxurious room is raised off the ground overlooking the flood plains, with indoor and outdoor showers, en suite bathroom, lounge, private plunge pool and ‘sala’

– perfect for watching the passing parade of wildlife or indulging in a soothing massage. Game viewing at Vumbura is both land and water based year-round.

The Royal Livingstone Hotel is located on the banks of the Zambezi River in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park and just a 15 minute walk from Victoria Falls. Royal Livingstone Hotel guests have unlimited free access to the Falls via the resort’s own private entrance. There are 173 en suite guestrooms offring splendid accommodation in 17 riverbank residences with interiors combining the elegance of the Victorian era with Africa’s tribal warmth. Each room has its own private terrace overlooking the Zambezi River. Facilities include a large outdoor pool, gym and guests can enjoy their spa treatments on the banks of the Zambezi River. Member of the SunLux Collection

Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is scenically located in a broad valley at the confluence of two tributaries of the dry Hoanib River in the northern part of the private Palmwag Concession. Its location straddles the Palmwag area and the iconic Skeleton Coast National Park, in one of the most remote areas of the Kaokoveld. The camp is only accessible by light aircraft and consists of just seven stylish twin-bedded tents and one family unit, each with en suite bathroom and shaded outdoor deck. Overlooking a stark and stunning landscape, the camp offers all the expected luxuries for an unforgettable stay.

Royal Zambezi is a privately owned lodge featuring 15 luxury tents situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. It lies a few minutes from the game rich Lower Zambezi National Park directly opposite Zimbabwe’s famous Mana Pools World Heritage Site. The lodge offers a vast range of activities – from unrivalled open 4WD game viewing, walking safaris and professionally guided canoeing on the Zambezi River, to world class fishing, magnificent sunset river cruises or relaxing in the award winning Royal Bush Spa. Royal Zambezi is a year-round destination serviced by a private luxury aircraft with short flights from Lusaka and to Livingstone.

East AfricaThe never-ending golden plains of the savannah dotted with acacia trees and huge herds of game are quintessential East Africa. The extraordinary phenomenon of the great Migration plays out across the Serengeti and Masai Mara, two of Africa’s most iconic wilderness areas, but there are other fascinating wildlife spectacles in the region including populations of the endangered mountain gorilla in rwanda and uganda, chimps in Tanzania, the gelada baboon in Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains and desert adapted species in Kenya’s north.

There’s also more than just the wildlife on display here. A rich cultural heritage exists amongst the resident tribes of East Africa and there are opportunities aplenty to visit local villages and schools and community projects. There are also thousands of kilometres of coastline with beautiful beaches and appealing accommodation choices for a relaxing way to end a safari.

when to Go

Kenya and Tanzania have outstanding game viewing and spectacular scenery year round, the region’s greatest attraction being the annual wildebeest migration between the Serengeti (December - March and June

- September) and the Masai Mara (June – September). Travel is best in uganda and rwanda between June and September. Ethiopia’s weather varies from north to south. The best time to visit Northern and Central Ethiopia is October to April with rains June to October. in Southern Ethiopia the main rains occur March to May with short rains in November.

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Masai Mara, Kenya

riDiNg SAfAriS One of the most exhilarating adventures in the African bush is a riding safari. On horseback, riders become part of the landscape - just another animal in the bush - which means getting closer to the wildlife and even better photographic opportunities. East Africa offers the perfect terrain for riding safaris with horses and rides matched to the level and confidence of the rider.

BAllOON SAfAriS

Much of the plains action occurs at first light and there is no better way to experience this than from the basket of a hot air balloon. Rise before dawn, rug up and meet your pilot, crew and brightly coloured balloon somewhere on the savannah. Burners are lit, the craft inflated and as the sun’s first rays light the sky guests clamber in. Gently the balloon rises and the adventure begins. Float peacefully over the golden plains, rivers and forests of the Masai Mara and see herds of game and even predators after the hunt. After the hour long flight an ‘Out of Africa’ style bush breakfast is served.

A wAlK THrOugH HiDDEN lANDS

Get off the beaten track and experience a side of Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater rarely seen by visitors. Accompanied by a private guide, hike through the Empakaai Crater just to the north of Ngorongoro. Start on the crater rim at 3000m and descend through stunning jungle to the forest floor and the flamingo-filled lake Empakaai.

AuTHENTiC BuSH CAMPiNg

For guests seeking a safari adventure with a pioneering touch, fly camping is an incredible experience. Generally heading out from base camp on foot this style of safari is ideally suited to families, couples and friends in search of uninterrupted personal time. Without scrimping on creature comforts, fly camping limits luxe trappings allowing guests to really see what’s special in the unspoilt environment around them.

Go Beyond the OrdinaryWhen you book a special holiday with Abercrombie & Kent you are booking with the company that knows Africa inside out. Established over 50 years ago, A&K today remains at the pinnacle of success delivering unique and memorable experiences throughout Africa. These are some of the opportunities you might experience on safari with A&K in East Africa.

Sand Rivers, Tanzania

Empakaai Crater, Tanzania

Riding Safari, ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya

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TANZANiA | 8 Days | Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park - Arusha

TANZANIA

KENYA

Dodoma

RoadAir

Saadani National Park

Tarangire National Park

Mahale National Park

Zanzibar

Arusha

Mount Kilimanjaro

Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Conservation

Area

AKP supported projects: Arusha school and Swala beekeeping.

Tanzanian Safari

Tanzania is a captivating country with world class game viewing and quintessential African landscapes. The parks in the north of the country boast open savannah, umbrella trees and huge herds of game including one of the world’s great wildlife spectacles, the Great Wildebeest Migration. On this adventure you stay at the Sanctuary Serengeti Migration Camp, a traditional safari camp which moves seasonally between three locations ensuring guests are always in the best spot to experience this extraordinary phenomenon.

Day 1: Arrive Arusha. A warm A&K welcome and private transfer to your lodge located on the country’s largest coffee plantation (D). Arusha Coffee Lodge (Plantation Suite)

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire. Drive to Tarangire National Park, home to one of the country’s largest elephant populations. Here you have the opportunity to go on a walking safari or head out on a night game drive in search of nocturnal animals rarely seen by visitors (B,L,D). Sanctuary Swala (Canvas Pavilion)

Day 3: Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for its large herds of elephants which migrate through the park in search of water between July and October. Breathtaking views of the Maasai Steppe and the mountains to the south make a stop at Tarangire a memorable experience. A full day allows time for plenty of game viewing and a visit to the AKP beekeeping project (B,L,D). Sanctuary Swala (Canvas Pavilion)

Day 4: Tarangire National Park – Ngorongoro Crater. Today travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation area, stopping for lunch at Gibb’s Farm, a working coffee plantation in the highlands, with time to stretch your legs on a forest walk. Later this afternoon arrive at your camp which is located on the crater rim and offers spectacular views (B,L,D). Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp (Safari Tent)

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this vast extinct volcano whose towering walls are a natural enclosure for a dazzling abundance of wildlife. See wildebeest, zebra, buffalo and gazelle on the plains, waterbuck, bushbuck and eland in the forest, a healthy elephant population, black rhino, lion, leopard, hippo and flamingo (B,L,D). Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp (Safari Tent)

Day 6: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park. This morning board your light aircraft flight into the Serengeti. Game viewing in this park varies according to season: your luxury safari camp moves seasonally between three sites according to the movement of the game ensuring you are always in the best spot to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (B,L,D). Sanctuary Serengeti Migration Camp (Safari Tent)

Day 7: Serengeti National Park. With an expert safari guide, explore the vast plains of the Serengeti in search of predators and other plains game. The Serengeti plays host to a wonderful spectacle each year – the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra who follow the rains in their continual search for grass and water (seasonal) – an unforgettable experience (B,L,D). Sanctuary Serengeti Migration Camp (Safari Tent)

Day 8: Serengeti – Arusha. A flight returns you to Arusha or Kilimanjaro where your Tanzanian safari ends (B,L).




Chimpanzee, Mahale National Park Camping, Mount Kilimanjaro climbBaraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar

ZANZiBAr ESCAPE | 5 DAyS CHiMPS Of MAHAlE | 5 DAyS SNOwS Of KiliMANJArO viP | 9 DAyS

Home over centuries to Arabs, Africans and the British, the beautiful ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar has a colourful history of slaves, spices and sultans. Today it is an exotic mix of many cultures with Stone Town at its heart. After touring Old Stone Town take time out in a luxury resort framed by white sand beaches and turquoise blue sea.

Day 1: Arrive Zanzibar. Transfer to your boutique hotel. Afternoon walking tour of the Old Stone Town, with its winding alleyways, bustling bazaars and grand Arab houses. Visit the site of the slave market at the Anglican Cathedral, the House of Wonders and a former residence of Dr. Livingstone. Park Hyatt Zanzibar (Park View Room)

Day 2: Stone Town – Beach. This morning is a private visit to a spice farm to learn about the cultivation of the various spices. This afternoon transfer to your beach resort (B,L,D). Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar (Ocean Front One Bedroom Villa)

Days 3-4: Zanzibar Beach. Spend two days here enjoying the turquoise blue Indian Ocean lapping at powdery white sands (B,L,D). Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar (Ocean Front One Bedroom Villa)

Day 5: Depart Zanzibar. Transfer Zanzibar airport for onward flight (B).


In the far west of the country lies the Mahale Mountains National Park, one of the best places on the continent to see chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Spend two days tracking chimps through the tropical forest on the edge of Lake Tanganyika with hiking, fishing and kayaking possible too.

Day 1: Arrive Arusha. Private transfer from the airport to your lodge located on the country’s largest coffee plantation (D). Arusha Coffee Lodge (Plantation Suite)

Day 2: Arusha – Mahale. Fly 3.5 hours to Mahale and 1.5 hour boat transfer to your extraordinary lakeside camp on the edge of the Mahale Mountains (B,L,D). Greystoke Mahale (Thatched Banda )

Days 3-4: Mahale. Each morning your tracker goes out early to locate one of the chimp families which are found here. Later you join him and venture into the forest to observe them as they groom, wrestle and forage across the leafy floor (B,L,D). Greystoke Mahale (Thatched Banda )

Day 5: Mahale – Arusha. Depart Mahale by light aircraft to Arusha, where your Tanzania adventure ends (B).

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $6,985 Solo Traveller: From $8,630 Note: Itinerary departs on a Sunday.

Challenge yourself on this journey which follows the scenic Machame Route up Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. A&K’s Kilimanjaro Operation offers the highest levels of safety and expertise with porters endorsed by the International Porter Protection Group

Day 1: Arrive Arusha. Transfer to your hotel with trip briefing (D). Lake Duluti Lodge (Standard Room) Day 2: Arusha. Day to acclimatise (B,L,D). Lake Duluti Lodge (Standard Room) Days 3-8: Mt Kilimanjaro Climb (4,600M). Test your skills of endurance and conquer the highest mountain in Africa, Mt Kilimanjaro. It is the tallest free-standing mountain on earth but the climb requires no prior mountaineering experience. The week long journey follows the scenic Machame Route through a variety of ecosystems. A&K’s Kilimanjaro Operation offers the highest levels of safety and expertise and all its porters are endorsed by the International Porter Protection Group. Each night is spent in comfortable camps with all meals included (B,L,D). Kilimanjaro camping Day 9: Depart Arusha. Descend to the base and transfer for lunch en route to the airport (B,L). Lake Duluti Lodge (day use)


TANZANIA ExTENSIONSLengthen your A&K holiday with one of these short add-ons.

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KENyA | 11 Days | Nairobi – Chyulu Hills National Park – Lewa Wildlife Conservancy – Masai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi

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AKP supported project: Tree Planting at Sanctuary Olonana.

This highly personalised journey takes you to the home of the safari and combines two of Kenya’s most fabled game viewing spots with one in the south that is a hidden gem. You’ll mix wildlife with culture as you traverse three contrasting ecosystems in search of big game, meeting Maasai villagers and staying in some of the country’s finest lodgings.

Day 1: Arrive Nairobi. A personal welcome to the safari capital of Kenya and a transfer to your elegant boutique hotel located in the charming residential area of Karen. Tonight enjoy dinner at your hotel (D). Hemingways Nairobi (Executive Room)

Day 2: Nairobi – Chyulu Hills National Park. Transfer to the airport for the flight south-east to Chyulu Hills. Located between Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks, ol Donyo Lodge is situated on the 270,000 acre Mbirikani Group Ranch, communally owned Maasai land. Your spacious luxury cottage comes complete with a rooftop ‘starbed’ and a private plunge-pool. Views over the waterhole mean you can even watch game from the comfort of your cottage (B,L,D). ol Donyo Lodge (Pool Cottage)

Days 3-4: Chyulu Hills National Park. Over the next two days, choose from a range of guided activities in this exclusive concession enjoyed solely by lodge guests. Track wildlife by vehicle, on foot or horseback. Night drives are offered for those interested in spotting the more elusive nocturnal species. Over 7,000 wild animals find their habitat in and around the lodge environs. Not only the ‘Big Five’, but also cheetah, fringe-eared oryx, gerenuk, giraffe and many other species (B,L,D). ol Donyo Lodge (Pool Cottage)

Day 5: Chyulu – Lewa wildlife Conservancy. Transfer for the flight via Nairobi to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy where you are met and transferred to your stylish bush lodge. Later head out on your first game drive. The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy comprises 48,000 acres of privately owned land plus 14,000 acres of national forest. The reserve supports over 440 species of birds and more than 70 different mammals including lion, leopard, zebra, cheetah, elephant and a significant rhino population (B,L,D). Lewa Wilderness Lodge (Hillside Room)

Days 6-7: Lewa wildlife Conservancy. Two days spent with ample opportunity to explore the conservancy. Walking safaris and game drives are available, horse and camel riding, rhino tracking and night drives (B,L,D). Lewa Wilderness Lodge (Hillside Room)

Day 8: Lewa wildlife Conservancy – Masai Mara National Reserve. Fly south to the boundless plains of the world famous Masai Mara. The reserve’s wide open spaces and abundant wildlife make for exciting and effortless game viewing in this area, considered one of the most well-regarded for wildlife in all of Africa. An afternoon game drive in a specially-adapted 4WD vehicle is included. Prepare to be amazed (B,L,D). Sanctuary Olonana (Tented Pavilion)

Days 9-10: Masai Mara National Reserve. The Masai Mara is a photographer’s dream, with lion, elephant, buffalo, cheetah and the graceful Maasai giraffe all resident. Spend the next two days on safari with morning and afternoon game viewing activities. The Mara’s vast rolling hills make spotting game a relatively easy prospect (B,L,D). Sanctuary Olonana (Tented Pavilion)

Day 11: Masai Mara National Reserve – Nairobi. Return by air to Nairobi (B).


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Traditional Maasai, Kenya


Considered by many to be the finest property on the East African Coast, Alfajiri Villas overlooks the Indian Ocean with an elevated position ensuring privacy and stunning views. Villas are very African in feel with high Makuti roofs, polished concrete floors, wooden beams, Lamu doors and impressive African and Far Eastern artefacts. The gardens are meticulously maintained and include many palms from the villa’s nursery. Large verandas with huge hand carved sofas with cushions dominate the front of the villas where a beautiful swimming pool is located.

Day 1: Arrive Mombasa. Transfer south to Diani Beach and your beautiful all-inclusive villa property (D). Alfajiri Villas (Cliff Villa)

Days 2-3: Diani Beach. Two days to enjoy this tropical paradise. Relax on the beach, by the pool, take a snorkelling trip, go wind surfing or enjoy a massage (B,L,D). Alfajiri Villas (Cliff Villa)

Day 4: Depart Diani Beach. Transfer back to Mombasa airport for onward flight arrangements (B).

Price Twin Share per Person: From $2,450 Solo Traveller: From $4,760

In the south of Kenya set against the backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park is known for its elephants - there are over 1000 in the park – but its varied terrain means great wildlife diversity. So along with elephant, buffalo, giraffe and hippo, there are interesting smaller mammals such as black-backed jackals and the delightful bat-eared fox making fascinating photographic opportunities.

Day 1: Arrive Amboseli. Arrive at the airstrip where you are met and transferred to your fully inclusive luxury tented safari camp. An afternoon game drive is included (D). Tortilis Camp (Standard Tent)

Day 2: Amboseli. A full day spent with morning and afternoon game drives and the opportunity for a bush walk with a Maasai guide or to relax by the pool. (B,L,D). Tortilis Camp (Standard Tent)

Day 3: Depart Amboseli. After an early morning game drive transfer to the airstrip for onward flight arrangements (B).


Laikipia forms part of the 56,000 square kilometre Ewaso ecosystem with a wildlife population density comparable only to that of the Masai Mara including good densities of the big cats, elephant, buffalo and more. Your accommodation at the exclusive Segera Retreat is in stylish timber and thatch villas with en suite bathrooms and breathtaking views out to Mount Kenya.

Day 1: Arrive Laikipia. Arrive at Segera Retreat by air or road. Enjoy an afternoon game activity on the Laikipia Plateau (D). Segera Retreat (Villa Segera)

Days 2-3: Laikipia. The next two days are spent at Segera with activities including game drives, bush walks, sleep outs, a visit to a local homestead and a variety of other community based activities (B,L,D). Segera Retreat (Villa Segera)

Day 4: Depart Laikipia. Leave Segera for your onward destination (B).


Diani Beach Amboseli National Park Giraffe, Laikipia

Kenyan Beach Stay | 4 DayS amBoSeli national ParK | 3 DayS laiKiPia Plateau | 4 DayS

KENYA ExTENSIONSLengthen your A&K holiday with one of these short add-ons.

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KENyA & TANZANiA | 11 Days | Nairobi – Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti – Masai Mara - Nairobi

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Masai Mara National Reserve

Ngorongoro Crater

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AKP supported projects: Sanctuary Swala beekeeping, tree planting and conservation education in the Masai Mara.

The Great wildebeest Migration, Tanzania

great East Africa Migration

Day 1: Arrive Nairobi. Welcome to the Kenyan capital where you are transferred to your elegant boutique hotel in the charming residential area of Karen (D). Hemingways Nairobi (Executive Room)

Day 2: Nairobi – Tarangire National Park. Fly south to Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. Transfer by road to Tarangire National Park, home to one of the largest populations of elephants in Tanzania. Afternoon walking safari or night game drive. As dusk falls, venture into the park and search for nocturnal animals rarely seen by visitors (B,L,D). Sanctuary Swala (Canvas Pavilion)

Day 3: Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for its large herds of elephants which migrate through the park in search of water between July and October. A full day allows time for plenty of game viewing and a visit to the AKP beekeeping project (B,L,D). Sanctuary Swala (Canvas Pavilion)

Day 4: Tarangire – Ngorongoro Crater. Depart Tarangire for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and en route stop for lunch at Gibb’s Farm, a working coffee plantation in the highlands. Time to stretch your legs on a forest walk before the drive to your charming Cape Dutch style lodge (B,L,D). The Manor at Ngorongoro (Manor Cottage Suite)

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this vast extinct volcano whose towering walls are a natural enclosure for a dazzling abundance of wildlife. See wildebeest, zebra, buffalo and gazelle on the plains, waterbuck, bushbuck and eland in the forest, a healthy elephant population, black rhino, lion, leopard, hippo and flamingo (B,L,D). The Manor at Ngorongoro (Manor Cottage Suite)

Day 6: Ngorongoro – Serengeti. This morning is a short flight to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Depending on your month of travel and the

location of ‘The Migration’ A&K will recommend which camp is best suited for your stay (B,L,D). Serengeti (Choice of accommodation)

Day 7: Serengeti National Park. Here, on the never-ending savannah, more animals roam than in any other place on earth. The Serengeti plays host to a wonderful spectacle each year – the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra that follow the rains in a search for new pastures and water (seasonal). This is an unforgettable experience for even the most seasoned African traveller (B,L,D). Serengeti (Choice of accommodation)

Day 8: Serengeti – Masai Mara National Reserve. Fly to Tarime where you will be driven across the Kenya border to Migori and a flight into the Masai Mara National Reserve and your luxury camp (B,L,D). Sanctuary Olonana (Tented Pavilion)

Days 9-10: Masai Mara National Reserve. The next two days are spent exploring the Masai Mara – safari central! Game viewing may deliver some unique sightings – a pride of lion stalking its prey; or a herd of elephant protecting its young from opportunistic predators. Over the next two days, your camp guide accompanies you on early morning and late afternoon game drives. You will also be able to participate in the AKP Tree Planting Project or visit the neighbouring Maasai village (B,L,D). Sanctuary Olonana (Tented Pavilion) Day 11: Masai Mara – Nairobi. Return by air to Wilson Airport and transfer to Nairobi Airport or your hotel (B).

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $13,090 Solo Traveller: From $17,085 Price is based on staying at Sanctuary Kusini 25 Oct - 13 Dec 2016.

This is A&K’s most popular journey in East Africa and it introduces you to some of the world’s most acclaimed wildlife reserves. Diverse ecosystems mean your game viewing is varied and abundant with safari guides ensuring outstanding experiences away from the crowds. To optimise your experience of the Wildebeest Migration, A&K will recommend the best Serengeti accommodation based on normal wildlife patterns during your month of travel.


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Maasai warriors, Masai Mara, Kenya

SANCTuAry KuSiNi gruMETi SErENgETi TENTED CAMP SErENgETi MigrATiON CAMPTanzania - November to March Tanzania - Mid May to Mid July Tanzania - Mid July to October

Every year the herds of wildebeest and zebra congregate on the camp’s doorstep during the calving season, with predators in attendance.

Set on the banks of an oxbow lake, and the perfect vantage point to watch the Great Migration making their dramatic river crossing.

Perched next to the Grumeti River which is home to resident hippos, it has become synonymous with low-impact high-action game viewing.

SEASONS iN THE SErENgETi

The wide open plains of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve play host to one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth – the Great Wildebeest Migration – a cycle which sees over two million herbivores on the continual search for new grazing areas. Wildebeest numbers top 1.7 million plus some 400,000 Thomson’s gazelle, 300,000 zebra and 12,000 eland. In attendance are the predators – primarily lions, hyenas, and leopards. With an area of over 30,000 square kilometres, game viewing in the vast Serengeti ecosystem varies according to the season. Our Travel Specialists can help you determine the best location for your month of travel but see below for our recommendations.

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ugANDA | 9 Days | Entebbe – Kibale National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Entebbe

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Kampala

Bwindi ImpenetrableNational Park

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Queen Elizabeth National Park

Kibale National Park

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AKP supported project: Bwindi Community Hospital.

queen Elizabeth National Park

The beautiful Central African country of uganda is one of the continent’s most surprising. It is best known for its population of mountain gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park but has many other wildlife experiences to offer. You’ll visit the Kibale Forest Reserve to track chimpanzees in the wild, Queen Elizabeth National Park and at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park bed down at the luxurious Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp which is your base for gorilla tracking.

Day 1: Arrive Entebbe. Arrive into Entebbe on the shores of Lake Victoria where you are transferred privately to your hotel. The Boma (Standard Room)

Day 2: Entebbe – Kibale National Park. Much of today is spent on the road to Kibale National Park in the far west of the country (approx 6 hours). Set against the backdrop of Lake Kyaninga and the mystical Rwenzori Mountains, Kibale has one of the highest diversities and concentration of primates of any park in Africa. It is home to a large number of endangered chimpanzees, as well as the red colobus monkey and the rare L’Hoest’s monkey (B,L,D). Kyaninga Lodge (Cottage)

Day 3: Kibale National Park. Kibale is one of Africa’s premier destinations for chimpanzee tracking. Today you head out with your tracker in search of these engaging creatures. Other activities include walks to the crater and swamp. The forest is also home to over 300 species of birds, with six endemic to the park, and other mammals including leopard, rare forest elephants, buffalo, giant forest hog and half a dozen species of antelope (B,L,D). Kyaninga Lodge (Cottage)

Day 4: Kibale – queen Elizabeth National Park. Drive south (4 hours) to Queen Elizabeth National Park and your camp. Ishasha Wilderness Camp is located in a remote and exclusive part of the park. The game density here is high and it supports some of the largest herds of elephant in uganda. There is prolific plains game and a good number of predators (B,L,D). Ishasha Wilderness Camp (Tent)

Day 5: queen Elizabeth National Park. At Ishasha game drives through the park by day and night are included. Resident wildlife includes Spotted hyena, leopard, hippo, elephant, buffalo, waterbuck and a population of tree climbing lions (B,L,D). Ishasha Wilderness Camp (Tent)

Day 6: queen Elizabeth – Bwindi. This morning continue south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive at your luxury camp, located in the rainforest on a mountainside in the park (B,L,D). Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (Tent)

Days 7-8: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is home to many primates including colobus monkeys and chimpanzees, but is most notable for its population of the critically endangered mountain gorilla. Spend the next two days trekking through the forest to locate one of the habituated gorilla families. The walk is demanding, up and down steep forested slopes and through thick jungle vegetation, but sighting the gorillas in the undergrowth is an inspiring moment! Spend time observing the family as they interact with each other, play and forage (B,L,D). Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (Tent)

Day 9 Bwindi – Entebbe. Transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Entebbe and onward connections (B,L).

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $11 ,1 10 Solo Traveller: From $14,130

uganda wildlife Discovery


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Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Entebbe

AKP supported projects: Tree Planting at Sanctuary Olonana and Bwindi Community Hospital.

KENyA & ugANDA | 12 Days | Nairobi – Lewa – Masai Mara – Entebbe – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Entebbe

Though neighbouring countries, Kenya and uganda couldn’t be more different. Each has a wealth of wildlife viewing possibilities. There are the wide open plains of the Masai Mara with its huge herds of game, the hilly landscape of Lewa and its abundant rhino population and the rich forest ecosystem of Bwindi which is home to the endangered mountain gorilla. You’ll enjoy extensive game viewing and gorilla tracking while staying in luxury safari camps.

Day 1: Arrive Nairobi. A personal welcome to the safari capital of Kenya and a transfer to your elegant boutique hotel located in the charming residential area of Karen. Tonight enjoy dinner at your hotel (D). Hemingways Nairobi (Executive Room)

Day 2: Nairobi – Lewa wildlife Conservancy. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy where you are met and transferred to your lodge. Visitors to Lewa are privy to some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing that Kenya has to offer: lion, leopard and jackal thrive on the rich diversity of prey that inhabits the area. The Wildlife Conservancy is home to the largest concentration of Grevy’s zebra in the world, and its range of habitats attracts diverse birdlife and rare species such as Beisa oryx (B,L,D). Lewa Safari Camp (Tent)

Days 3-4: Lewa wildlife Conservancy. Two days spent exploring the conservancy. Walking safaris and game drives are available, horse and camel riding, rhino tracking and night drives (B,L,D). Lewa Safari Camp (Tent)

Day 5: Lewa – Masai Mara National Reserve. Fly south to the boundless plains of the world famous Masai Mara. The reserve’s wide open spaces and abundant wildlife make for exciting and effortless game viewing in this area, considered one of the most well-regarded for wildlife in all of Africa. An afternoon game drive in a specially-adapted 4WD vehicle is included. Prepare to be amazed (B,L,D). Sanctuary Olonana (Tented Pavilion)

Days 6-7: Masai Mara National Reserve. The Masai Mara is a photographer’s dream, with lion, elephant, buffalo, cheetah and the graceful Maasai giraffe all resident. Spend the next two days on safari with morning and afternoon game

viewing activities. The Mara’s vast rolling hills make spotting game a relatively easy prospect (B,L,D). Sanctuary Olonana (Tented Pavilion)

Day 8: Masai Mara National Reserve – Nairobi – Entebbe. Return by air to Nairobi and transfer to

the international airport where you will join your flight* to Entebbe, uganda. On arrival you will be met and privately transferred to your hotel (B). The Boma (Standard Room)

Day 9: Entebbe – Bwindi. This morning transfer to the airport for your flight south west to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your luxury camp, located in rainforest on a mountainside in the park (B,L,D). Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (Tent)

Days 10-11: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is home to many primates including colobus monkeys and chimpanzees, but is most notable for its population of the criticallyendangered mountain gorilla. Spend the next two days trekking through the forest to locate one of the habituated gorilla families. The walk is demanding, up and down steep forested slopes and through thick jungle vegetation, but sighting the gorillas in the undergrowth is an inspiring moment! Spend time observing the family as they interact with each other, play and forage (B,L,D). Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (Tent)

Day 12: Bwindi – Entebbe. Transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Entebbe (B,L).



Eastern Mountain gorilla family, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

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rwANDA | 5 Days | Kigali – Parc National des Volcans – Kigali

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Time spent tracking and observing at close quarters a family of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas is unforgettable. The mountains and volcanoes of Rwanda’s Parc National des Volcans, world famous for the work conducted there by Dian Fossey, are home to some of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas and there are two days tracking included in the programme. A good level of general fitness is recommended. Tracking is conducted in small groups of no more than eight.

Day 1: Arrive Kigali. Arrive into Kigali, the Rwandan capital, where you are met by a representative of A&K and transferred to your hotel. Kigali Serena Hotel (Prime Room)

Day 2: Kigali – Parc National des volcans. This morning enjoy a short Kigali City tour. See the craft centre, the Kandt House Museum of Natural History and the memorial for victims of the genocide of 1994, a moving experience. Make a short stop for refreshments and a briefing before driving to your luxury accommodation in the Parc National des Volcans, just a ten minute drive from Park Headquarters (B,D). Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge (Standard Cottage)

Day 3: Parc National des volcans. The park protects the Rwandan side of the Virunga volcanoes, a range of six extinct and three live volcanoes which shelter some of the last remaining mountain gorillas in the world. This park gained world notoriety for the work Dian Fossey conducted here. After an early breakfast, drive to the Volcanoes National Park Headquarters where you are allocated a gorilla tracking group. After a briefing by your gorilla tracker/guide, the adventure begins. Today’s hike may take anything from one to five hours to reach the gorillas depending on the location of the family. You’ll walk through farmland, bamboo forests, through stinging nettles and rainforest. upon sighting the gorillas, you stay with them for a magical hour as they go about their daily habits, feeding, foraging, playing, resting and attending the young. Afterwards, return to base where your driver awaits. Lunch is back at the lodge and this afternoon enjoy a scenic drive to view the twin lakes, Ruhondo and Burera, with the spectacular backdrop of the Virunga Volcanoes (B,L,D). Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge (Standard Cottage)

Day 4: Parc National des volcans – Kigali. Today is another opportunity to head into the park in search of the mountain gorillas. You will most likely be allocated a different group, the terrain may vary but the experience will certainly be unforgettable. After lunch, return to Kigali and later enjoy dinner at a local restaurant (B,L,D). Kigali Serena Hotel (Prime Room)

Day 5: Depart Kigali. After breakfast transfer to the airport for your departure flight (B).


Mountain gorilla, Parc National des volcans

Nyungwe Extension | 5 Days Explore Rwanda in greater depth with a visit to the Nyungwe Forest National Park probably the best preserved rainforest in the mountains of Central Africa. The park hosts a wide diversity of animal species including 13 different primates from the Angola colobus monkey to the chimpanzee. Keep a look out for them on daily forest hikes.



ETHiOPiA | 10 Days | Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar – Gondar – Axum – Lalibela - Addis Ababa

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ETHIOPIA

GULF OF ADEN

REDSEA

RoadAir

Addis Ababa

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Bahir Dar

Axum

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Bale MountainsNational Park

This little known destination offers a spectacular adventure for the intrepid traveller. The country’s magic unfolds as you trek in the majestic Simien Mountains and discover painted monasteries, ancient castles and rock-hewn churches. Experience traditional village life, visit an authentic African market and be welcomed into a private home to participate in an Ethiopian coffee ceremony.

Day 1: Arrive Addis Ababa. Arrival transfer to your hotel (D). Sheraton Addis (Standard Room)

Day 2: Addis Ababa. Explore the city of Addis Ababa, founded in 1886. Visit the National Museum, home to the fossilised hominid ‘Lucy’; St. George and Holy Trinity Cathedrals and the Mercato, Africa’s largest market (B,L,D). Sheraton Addis (Standard Room)

Day 3: Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar. Fly to Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile and watch local fishermen at work in traditional papyrus reed boats. Hike to the beautiful Tis Isat Falls (Blue Nile Falls) (B,L,D). Kuriftu Spa & Resort (Standard Room)

Day 4: Bahir Dar – Lake Tana – Gondar. A full day of exploration as you cruise Lake Tana visiting a selection of the remote island monasteries (B,L,D). Mayleko Lodge (Standard Room)

Day 5: Gondar. Gondar has a rich history. With its beautiful and strategic mountain setting it was once at the crossroads of several major caravan routes and was occupied by the Italians during World War II. Explore its many castles and the Church of Debre Berhan Selassie with its iconic ceiling of painted angels (B,L,D). Mayleko Lodge (Standard Room)

Day 6: Gondar – Simien Mountains – Gondar. A day travelling to the breathtaking Simien Mountains National Park, a World Heritage site. The park’s jagged mountain peaks, deep valleys and sharp precipices are truly dramatic and it is home to some extremely rare animals such as the Gelada baboon, the Simien fox and the Walia ibex, found nowhere else in the world (B,L,D). Mayleko Lodge (Standard Room) Day 7: Gondar – Axum. A flight north to the oldest city in Ethiopia. An afternoon exploring the city and the impressive Stelae Fields (B,L,D). Remhai Hotel / Yeha Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 8: Axum – Lalibela. Fly to the World Heritage site of Lalibela. Explore the monolithic red-hued churches carved into the rock. Your guide will lead you through the network of crevices and tunnels linking each of the churches. Still in use today step inside and you may see a robed priest observing the faith in time-honoured fashion (B,L,D). Mountain View Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 9: Lalibela. Discover the eastern group of rock churches. Smaller in size, these are no less impressive with intricate carvings and many dark tunnels to explore. Finish the day with an Ethiopian coffee ceremony (B,L,D). Mountain View Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 10: Lalibela – Addis Ababa. Your journey ends with a flight back to Addis Ababa (B,L).


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Bale National Park Extension | 4 Days Discover the dramatic Bale Mountains National Park, a pristine wilderness that incorporates the continent’s largest tract of Afro-alpine terrain. This unique habitat supports a myriad rare species, many endemic to Ethiopia, including the Ethiopian Wolf and Menelik’s Bushbuck. Your base is Bale Mountain Lodge, a 15 room eco-lodge situated within the cloud forest.


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HOSTED JOuRNEY | ETHIOPIAAn exclusive A&K hosted journey

Your Host

Patrick Clementson, recently returned from Ethiopia, is A&K’s leading Africa specialist. He lives and breathes all things Africa. First visiting nearly 20 years ago, he continues to regularly explore and discover this wonderful continent and new experiences that are constantly emerging. His visit to Ethiopia is amongst the most memorable of his African adventures. He was inspired by this special and unique country and particularly enjoyed visiting the colourful markets in the Omo Valley. As the only country in Africa that has not been colonised, Ethiopia offers a unique cultural heritage experience, beautiful scenery, incredible history and customs, friendly people as well as endemic wildlife all of which will be experienced on this exciting journey.

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Tribes & Traditions of Ethiopia with Patrick Clementson An A&K Hosted Journey 17 – 31 May 2016

15 Days | Addis Ababa – Bahir Dar – Simien Mountains – Gondar – Lalibela – Arba Minch – Jinka - Turmi - Addis Ababa

An incredibly diverse country, Ethiopia is mysterious and full of adventure. This exclusive journey combines the rich history, culture and landscapes of the north with the tribal heritage in the south. You’ll visit the source of the Blue Nile, see the skeleton of ‘Lucy’ and spend a night in the Simien Mountains. There is rare wildlife amidst high peaks, extraordinary rock-hewn churches and an incredible number of different ethnic groups in and around the Omo Valley. You’ll explore their villages, learn about local customs and wander through bustling markets.

While there is so much to see and experience right around the country, the accommodation and food is basic so be sure to pack a sense of adventure.

Journey Highlights

An intimate group size of no more than 24 guestsOne-on-one interaction with your host and A&K guidesAddis Ababa and its important museums The source of the Blue Nileincredible scenery and friendly localsMedieval rock-hewn churches and frescoes of lalibelarugged Simien Mountains Tribal villages and markets of the Omo valley

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Tuesday 17 May 2016: Arrive Addis Ababa. Transfer to the hotel (D). Sheraton Addis Ababa

Wednesday 18 May 2016: Addis Ababa. The adventure begins as you explore Addis Ababa. First stop is the National Archaeological Museum, where the 3.2 million-year-old bones of Lucy (a female Australopithecus afarensis skeleton) reside, followed by the Ethnographic Museum. This afternoon visit the Holy Trinity Cathedral renowned for its stunning stain-glassed windows. This evening is a welcome dinner (B,L,D). Sheraton Addis Ababa

Thursday 19 May 2016: Addis Ababa - Bahir Dar. Fly to Bahir Dar, located on the southern shore of Lake Tana, the source of the Blue Nile. After lunch a city tour is arranged. Head up Bazawit Hill for spectacular views then drive past the 1960s palace of Emperor Hailesillasie and on to the open air market, one of the largest in Northern Ethiopia (B,L,D). Kuriftu Resort

Friday 20 May 2016: Bahir Dar. This morning you visit the magnificent 100 metre wide Blue Nile Falls. After lunch travel by boat to the nearby monastery of the Zeghie Peninsula, known for its 14th century, round, grass roofed churches and their magnificent wall murals (B,L,D). Kuriftu Resort

Saturday 21 May 2016: Bahir Dar - Simien Mountains (3,260m). Drive to the World Heritage listed Simien Mountains National Park where the scenery is spectacular. In addition to diverse flora, the park is also home to incredible animal and birdlife including the Walia ibex, Ethiopian wolf, Menelik’s Bushbuck and the gelada baboon. This afternoon head out in search of wildlife (B,L,D). Simien Lodge

Sunday 22 May 2016: Simien Mountains – Gondar. This morning you are driven to gondar. After lunch, visit the Royal Enclosure and the

incorporated castles plus the bath of King Fasilides, now the central stage for the Timkat, or Epiphany, festival which is celebrated in gondar. Lastly drive to Debre Berhane Selassie church. Admire the wonderful murals and in particular the angels’ faces which have become a common motif in Ethiopian design (B,L,D). Mayleko Lodge

Monday 23 May 2016: Gondar – Lalibela. Fly east to the small town of Lalibela, home to one of the world’s most astounding sacred sites comprising eleven medieval rock-hewn churches. Visit the first group and explore the labyrinthine tunnels and crypts which connect galleries and grottos (B,L,D). Mountain View Hotel

Tuesday 24 May 2016: Lalibela. This morning visit the Monastery of Nakuto La’ab hewn out of a rock cave. Alternatively, take a mule trek to the Asheton Mariam Monastery. After lunch visit the second group of cave churches built by King Lalibela including the famous Bete georgis which is located in a deep pit and is accessible only by a tunnel located nearby. You also visit the four churches south of the Jordan River. A traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony is a highlight this afternoon (B,L,D). Mountain View Hotel

Wednesday 25 May 2016: Lalibela – Arba Minch. Fly to Arba Minch via Addis Ababa arriving mid-afternoon. On arrival drive to the village of Chencha, home to the Dorze whose tall beehive-shaped dwellings are among the most distinctive traditional structures in Africa (B,L,D). Paradise Lodge

Thursday 26 May 2016: Arba Minch – Jinka. Drive southwest to Jinka via Key Afer where you make a stop at the colourful Thursday market, the best known in the lower Omo Valley, frequented by the local Bena, Ari and Hamar tribes. You also visit Yetnebersh village to watch how the Ari distil their

own liquor from sorghum, garlic and maize. At Jinka, visit the South Omo Research Centre and museum which focuses on the various ethnic groups living in South Omo (B,L,D). Eco Omo Lodge Friday 27 May 2016: Turmi. Early this morning head into Mago National Park on the east bank of the River Omo, home to a wide range of ethnic groups. Visit a Mursi village and learn something of their unique habits including lip plates and large decorative ear plugs. Afterwards continue to Turmi, home of the proud Hamar tribe (B,L,D). Buska Lodge

Saturday 28 May 2016: Turmi. An early drive this morning to Murelle, home to the Karo people, recognisable by their elaborate body scarifications and lower lip piercings. Wander around the colourful Saturday Dimeka market where tribes travel for miles to trade (B,L,D). Buska Lodge

Sunday 29 May 2016: Turmi – Arba Minch. Return to Arba Minch passing the elaborately terraced fields of the Konso people and the village of Machekie en route (B,L,D). Paradise Lodge

Monday 30 May 2016: Arba Minch – Addis Ababa. This morning is a boat trip on Lake Chamo

- one of the best features of the park. See hippos and Nile crocodiles in abundance. After lunch transfer to the airport for the return flight to Addis Ababa and a transfer to your hotel. Tonight is a farewell dinner (B,L,D). Sheraton Addis Ababa

Tuesday 31 May 2016: Depart Addis Ababa. This morning transfer to the airport for your departure flight (B).

Price Twin Share Per Person: From $8,995 Single supplement: From $1,430

Old ethiopian Scripture Young boys from the Karo tribe

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GROuP JOuRNEYS IN AFRICA

Daphne Sheldrick’s Baby Elephant Orphanage

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fAMily TANZANiA SAfAri | 8 DAyS SOuTHErN AfriCA SAfAri By rivEr & rAil | 13 DAyS

CliMB KiliMANJArO: THE MACHAME rOuTE | 9 DAyS

In addition to the private itineraries featured in this brochure, A&K also offers a range of small group journeys. Here is a selection of what is available.

On this inspiring family journey you’ll be in the company of an A&K Young Explorers Guide, who travels with the group throughout the journey and arranges captivating activities for the younger traveller. You’ll visit Daphne Sheldrick’s Baby Elephant Orphanage to see young elephants lovingly interact with doting handlers, visit Kenya’s only chimpanzee sanctuary at Ol Pejeta, hand-feed Rothschild giraffes and meet local Samburu people, who share their knowledge of spear throwing and animal tracking. PRICETwin Share Per Person: From uS$7,790 Single Supplement: From uS$1,295

On this all-ages adventure, experience the best of northern Tanzania staying in classic, family-friendly safari lodges and a luxurious permanent tented camp, all set amidst landscapes teeming with wildlife. A dedicated Young Explorers Guide travels with the group and organises activities for the younger traveller. There are game drives in the country’s greatest wildlife refuges including Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. There’s a family treasure hunt through a local market, a hands-on cooking demonstration and the opportunity to meet with a Maasai village elder. PRICETwin Share Per Person: From uS$6,960 Single Supplement: From uS$750

Stand atop Table Mountain in cosmopolitan Cape Town and in the mist of the thundering Victoria Falls, experience the Chobe River with three nights on the luxurious ‘Zambezi Queen,’ ride by train over mountain ranges and grassy savannahs on the timeless Rovos Rail and set off on thrilling game drives across the Okavango Delta where wildlife viewing is nothing short of incredible PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From uS$13,810 Single Supplement: From uS$4,595

Ascend soaring Mount Kilimanjaro via the Machame route in confidence with A&K, the company with a successful Kilimanjaro summit rate of 97% and 30 years’ experience delivering quality treks. On this journey you have more days to acclimatise - a key component to a successful summit. Top-of-the-line camping gear and safety equipment, all owned and maintained by A&K, is part of the package and you’ll stay in the largest and most comfortable sleeping tents on the mountain with private toilet facilities. PRICETwin Share Per Person: From uS$5,695 Single Supplement: From uS$950

LUxURY SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS The finest small group travel experience up to a maximum of 18 guests


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CAPE TOwN, KrugEr & viCTOriA fAllS | 11 DAyS KENyA & TANZANiA: ON SAfAri | 11 DAyS

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Discover Southern Africa’s many remarkable landscapes including coastal Cape Town where you visit legendary Table Mountain and spend a full day exploring Cape Point and Boulders Beach, home to African penguins. There’s time sampling wines from the world-famous Constantia Valley as well as visits to historic Pretoria and Soweto, the thundering Victoria Falls and Kapama Private Game Reserve which delivers a thrilling game viewing experience. PRICE Twin Share: From uS$8,860 Single Supplement: From uS$1,595

Discover exhilarating East Africa on safaris through spectacular parks and game reserves with A&K’s expert driver-guides in our own custom-made vehicles. Experience the wildlife of Amboseli at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro and the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater which is home to the Big Five. Visit Olduvai Gorge, where archaeological wonders abound before incredible wildlife sightseeing on the plains of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara. PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From uS$8,640 Single Supplement: From uS$1,395

This is A&K’s flagship Southern Africa small group safari, backed by more than five decades of on-the-ground experience. Stay at boutique camps and lodges available only to small groups or individual guests and traverse wildlife viewing areas in the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park. A professional photographer will give tips on capturing the best wildlife images and you’ll have a guided tour of stunning Victoria Falls and a Zambezi River cruise. PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From uS$9,890 Single Supplement: From uS$1,495

On A&K’s flagship East Africa safari, you’ll witness the abundant wildlife in Kenya and Tanzania on game drives through the region’s most stunning parks.Six nights are spent in the heart of Great Migration country - three in the Serengeti and three in the Masai Mara – and you’ll stay in our best boutique camps and luxury lodges throughout. A private visit to Amboseli Elephant Research Project and a meeting with a Maasai elder are enriching experiences along the way. PRICETwin Share Per Person: From uS$15,140Single Supplement: From uS$3,495

CONNECTIONS GROUP JOURNEYS Authentic small group travel at unbeatable value up to a maximum of 24 guests


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MARA PLAINS CAMP

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Kenya - Masai Mara National reserve

Kenya - Chyulu Hills National Park

Completely rebuilt in safari-chic style, Mara Plains is situated in a private conservancy adjacent to the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. The camp has just seven luxury tents making it one of the smallest and most personal in the area. Easy access to the Mara River to observe the Great Migration allows guests to experience the best of both worlds: the magnificence of the Mara combined with the uncrowded exclusivity of a private conservancy with walking safaris, night game drives, Maasai village visits and unrivalled wildlife.

ol Donyo Lodge is located on the slopes of the Chyulu Hills between the Amboseli and Tsavo West National Parks in southeast Kenya. Its location is unrivalled with views across the savannah to Mount Kilimanjaro and in the path of seasonal elephant migrations. It is a lodge rich in history, passion and conservation with just ten lavish, magnificent suites. An abundance of activities is offered, including day and night game safaris in 4WD Land Cruisers, bush walks, horse riding, mountain biking, tracking with bloodhounds, massages and visits to remote Maasai villages.

EAST AFRICA HOTELS & LODGESA Selection of A&K’s Favourites


MAHALI MZuRI BARAZA RESORT & SPA Kenya - Masai Mara game reserve Tanzania - Bwejuu Beach, Zanzibar

Mahali Mzuri, Sir Richard Branson’s Kenyan Safari Camp, is located in the world-famous Masai Mara ecosystem right in the path of the annual Great Migration. Twelve luxury futuristic tented suites cater for a maximum of 24 guests at any one time. When not on twice daily game drives unwind by our infinity pool or pamper yourself with a spa treatment. Dining is exceptional and certain to tantalise the tastebuds. Children 6 years and over are welcome. Morning and afternoon game drives and bush walks on offer.

Baraza Resort & Spa, part of The Zanzibar Collection, lies on the south eastern coast of Zanzibar on the award winning Bwejuu beach. This exclusive 30 villa resort has been chosen among the Top 60 Best New Hotels in the world by Condé Nast Traveller and its décor is a fusion of Arabic, Swahili and Indian design, with Swahili arches, beautiful antiques, handmade furniture and intricate brass lanterns reminiscent of the era of the Sultans. A coral reef faces the beach and there is a multitude of water sports available plus the Frangipani spa, pool and gym.

FREGATE ISLAND PRIVATE Seychelles

This exotic 300-hectare private-island resort is a grown up castaway idyll. There are 16 beautifully crafted spacious Residences each with grand private pool plus the Banyan Hill Estate for six guests with a private chef, butler and maid included. The island is the ultimate in privacy and seclusion and can be rented in its entirety. There are seven beautiful beaches dotted around the island plus incredible flora and fauna, a private inland harbour & Yacht Club with PADI Dive Centre plus a variety of romantic dining venues around the island, a Kids Club and Rock Spa.

North Africa & Arabia Enigmatic and alluring in equal measure, the countries of North Africa and the Middle East present an enticing plethora of iconic sites for the discerning traveller. for millennia, the region has enthralled visitors and ancient civilisations have come and gone. Crusaders, invaders, explorers and philosophers have all left their mark on these desert lands and the legacy is observed in the extraordinary monuments and diverse cultures which remain today.

from the colourful souks of Morocco to Egypt’s mysterious pyramids, the Biblical sites of israel and the ancient attractions of Jordan, the forts of Oman and the glittering metropolises of Dubai and Abu Dhabi – all are destinations that dazzle the modern-day traveller.

when to Go

June to September is a great time to visit Morocco’s coastline, but further inland more comfortable conditions are found March to June and September to December. Egypt is best visited between October and May, while Jordan’s best weather occurs from March to May and October to November. Optimum time for travel to Oman is October to April; israel is pleasant all year round.

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Marrakech, Morocco

Little Petra, Jordan

DiNNEr uNDEr THE STArS AT liTTlE PETrA Capture all the magic of Little Petra as you dine under the stars at this 2,000 year old site. A traditional Nabatean welcome awaits and you are escorted by flares along a walkway of Bedouin rugs to the haunting notes of an Arabic flute. A table is set in the middle of a canyon surrounded by mountains and traditional Jordanian fare served up under the desert sky.

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Meet a local Israeli chef who escorts you around Tel Aviv’s colourful Carmel Market, exploring stalls laden with fruit, vegetables and spices, tasting some of the market’s speciality produce, learning about the ethnic connections of the food and shopping for key ingredients. A cooking class follows, sharing the secrets of authentic Israeli cuisine.

SPECiAl ACCESS TO AN ANCiENT EgyPTiAN TOMB

Explore the ancient tomb of pharaoh Seti I in complete privacy. Marvel at the extraordinary decorations which cover every passage and chamber with your own Egyptologist explaining the significance of each scene before you enter. This tomb made international headlines when it was discovered in 1817 and is considered one of the most important in the Valley of the Kings.

MArrAKECH THrOugH THE lENS

Join young photographer Kamal Wadifi on a unique discovery of Marrakech through the lens of a camera. Spend time in bustling Djemaa el-Fna, capturing the colour and movement of the performers and street vendors. Stroll through the medina and souks, setting up eye-catching compositions, playing with angles and colours and creating masterful images.

Go Beyond the OrdinaryWhen you book a special holiday with Abercrombie & Kent you are booking with the company that knows North Africa and Arabia inside out. Established over 50 years ago, A&K today remains at the pinnacle of success delivering unique and memorable experiences in the region. These are some of the exclusive opportunities you might experience on a journey with A&K in North Africa and Arabia. Ask an A&K Travel Specialist about including one of these surprises in your itinerary.


For over 30 years, A&K has been setting the standard for luxury travel in Egypt, revealing to guests the secrets of its ancient citadels, intriguing Pharaonic history and mystical sites. The wonders of the Nile are best explored from the prime vantage point of an A&K luxury cruise boat, the finest on the river, and the exotic attractions of Cairo with a private A&K Egyptologist. A journey to Egypt with A&K is to experience legendary Egyptian hospitality.

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Egypt with Abercrombie & Kent

SERvICE, SAFETY AND SECURITY

A&K Egypt has an on-ground team of over 400 staff who are dedicated to providing a flawless experience for all our guests. With the current political sensitivities in the country, A&K has a specialist unit whose sole purpose is to scout the key sites of Cairo to detect any signs of tension. This infrastructure means A&K is at the ready to act if necessary, provide up to date advice, make realistic recommendations and above all give guests certainty, reassurance and flexibility. A&K has specialist Tour Coordinators in Egypt who meet and greet guests on arrival, arrange porterage at the airport and hotel, assist with luggage and hotel check in, collect and reconfirm all flight tickets, make themselves available at any time for assistance and do what they can to ensure all services meet the expectations of our guests.

AN EGYPTOLOGIST GUARANTEED

All guests are assigned an A&K endorsed Egyptologist. We consider them ambassadors for both the country and A&K. Our accredited guides have undergone multiple interviews and reviews to ensure they have the highest levels of professionalism, knowledge, experience, language and presentation.

CRUISING THE NILE

The only way to truly experience Egypt’s ancient history is to cruise the mighty Nile River. Though there are other ways of visiting the temples and tombs that dot the banks, the finest and most leisurely means is on board one of Sanctuary’s luxury vessels operating between Luxor and Aswan. There are two vessels: Sanctuary Sun Boat III with a capacity of just 36 guests or the larger Sanctuary Sun Boat IV which carries 80 guests.

Surrounded by contemporary comforts, outstanding cuisine and a breathtaking scenic backdrop, travelling with A&K on the Nile is sure to impress. Features of an A&K Nile cruise include instant cabin confirmations, individual trips on feluccas and uniquely-tailored sightseeing with a fully-qualified Egyptologist in small groups of no more than 15, avoiding site visits at busy times. A private dock in Aswan reserved exclusively for Sanctuary Sun Boats ensures the highest levels of security and privacy. Service is exceptional and gourmet meals are served by attentive and friendly staff with impressive accompanying wine lists of both local and international wines. On board entertainment and access to 24-hour on board medical attention is also available.


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Nile in Style

This journey is the perfect introduction to Egypt delivered in customary A&K style. You will explore the highlights of exotic Cairo in the company of your own Egyptologist immersing yourself in history both ancient and modern and delighting in the myriad iconic sights. From the Pyramids to the Nile you will also discover the dazzling temples and ancient tombs along the river on a luxury cruise between Luxor, the world’s greatest open air museum, and the picturesque sunny southern city of Aswan. Your home afloat Sanctuary Sun Boat IV, one of the finest small ships on the river.

Day 1: Arrive Cairo. A warm A&K welcome and transfer to your elegant hotel. Four Seasons at Nile Plaza (Nile View Room)

Day 2: Design Your Day Cairo. This morning, walk through 7,000 years of history at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, including the treasures of Tutankhamun and the Mummy Room. Cairo has much to offer: ancient monuments, glittering mosques, imposing citadels, a labyrinthine bazaar and old Coptic churches. Design your own afternoon with a choice of one of the following activities: a tour on foot through Islamic Cairo and an adventure in the Khan El Khalili bazaar; or visit old Cairo including the Coptic Museum (B,L). Four Seasons at Nile Plaza (Nile View Room)

Day 3: Cairo. Today visit the necropolis of Sakkara and the impressive museum of Imhotep. Continue on to the 4,500-year old Pyramids of Giza, built for Pharaohs Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus. The Great Pyramid is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still in existence. Just to the east lies the legendary Sphinx. Continue to the Solar Boat Museum to view the re-assembled funerary boat of King Cheops, one of the most important archaeological finds in Egypt since the Tomb of Tutankhamun (B,L). Four Seasons at Nile Plaza (Nile View Room)

Day 4: Cairo – Luxor. An early flight south to Luxor to board the stately Sanctuary Sun Boat IV, your luxury home afloat for the next four nights. Explore the temple of Karnak on the East Bank before crossing the river to tour the Valley of the Kings and Queens, including a descent into Tutankhamun’s or Ramses VI’s Tomb (subject to availability). Time also to visit spectacular Hatshepsut’s Temple. Join the Captain this evening for complimentary cocktails and canapés (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sun Boat IV (Bridge Deck cabin)

Days 5-7: Nile Cruise. The next three days are spent on the Nile with daily forays in the company of your Egyptologist. unique inclusions on this cruise are some of the more remote attractions north of Luxor: Qena, and the Temple of Hathor in Denderah. The Luxor Temple is another highlight, then travel south to the Pharaonic temple of Horus at Edfu and the temple of Kom Ombo, spectacularly floodlit at night. Arriving into Aswan, Egypt’s southernmost town, the afternoon is spent sailing amongst the islands in a traditional felucca, seeing Lord Kitchener’s Island and the Aga Khan mausoleum as you pass. The majestic Philae Temple is also visited (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sun Boat IV (Bridge Deck cabin)

Day 8: Aswan – Cairo. Before returning to Cairo, you will visit one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring sights – the colossal temples of Abu Simbel beside Lake Nasser (B,L). Four Seasons at Nile Plaza (Nile View Room)

Day 9: Depart Cairo. Bid farewell to Egypt as you depart from Cairo (B).

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $6,710 Solo Traveller: From $9,730 Itinerary departs on a Friday

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JOrDAN | 7 Days | Amman – Petra – Dead Sea - Amman

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Most famous as the home of Petra, Jordan is overflowing with fascinating sights, a colourful history, a warm and welcoming culture and significant culinary appeal. There are old Roman cities, crusader castles, the dramatic sandstone landscapes of Wadi Rum and the mineral-laden waters of the Dead Sea. Best of all it can be covered in just a week.

Day 1: Arrive Amman. A personal A&K welcome to Jordan’s capital and a private transfer to your hotel. Four Seasons Amman (Premium Room)

Day 2: Amman – Jerash. Discover the modern, bustling city of Amman with a full day private city sightseeing tour. Visit the National Archaeological Museum, the Roman Theatre and the Darat al Funun arts centre. Also visit AKP’s school rehabilitation initiative, ‘Madrasati’. After lunch visit the Greco-Roman city of Jerash (B,L). Four Seasons Amman (Premium Room)

Day 3: Amman – Petra. Travel south along the King’s Highway, an ancient trade route and important access point for many historic sites. Visit the Christian town of Madaba to see the beautiful mosaics, Mt. Nebo with its spectacular views of the Jordan Valley, and the ancient crusader castle of Kerak before arriving at Petra, the country’s most famous archaeological site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Activities this afternoon include a culinary experience at the Petra Kitchen with dinner included or you may choose to visit Petra by night (Monday, Wednesday & Thursday only) (B,L). Petra Mövenpick Hotel (Junior Suite)

Day 4: Petra. Explore on foot the many wonders of the ‘Rose-Red City’, whose tombs, temples and exquisite monuments are hewn from solid mountain rock. Sights include the Treasury, accessed through the narrow ‘siq’, the Roman Theatre, the Corinthian and Palace Tombs and the Roman Road. In the afternoon climb the 1,200 steps to the Monastery for spectacular views (B,L). Petra Mövenpick Hotel (Junior Suite)

Day 5: Petra – wadi Rum – Dead Sea. Travel south to Wadi Rum, setting for the 1962 film ‘Lawrence of Arabia’, with its huge mountains of sandstone and narrow canyons which will be explored on a 4WD excursion. Later this afternoon, transfer to the Dead Sea (B,L). Kempinski Hotel Ishtar (Ishtar Superior Room)

Day 6: Dead Sea at leisure. At 400m below sea level, this is the lowest point on earth! For millennia people have been coming here, drawn by the medicinal qualities of the mineral-laden waters, and swimming here, with its queer sensation of weightlessness, is a memorable experience. A serene, beautiful place, the high levels of salt in the water keep the body afloat, whilst the variety of minerals including magnesium, sodium, potassium and bromine is believed to promote good health (B). Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea (Ishtar Superior Room)

Day 7: Dead Sea – Amman. Return to Amman airport for your departure flight. (B).



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iSrAEl | 8 Days | Tel Aviv – Tiberias – Jerusalem - Tel Aviv

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Though small and compact, Israel is jam-packed with things to see. Experience the renowned historic and Biblical sites of this timeless yet refreshingly authentic country with expert guides to lead the way. The ancient cities of Bethlehem and Jerusalem are some of the Holy Land’s most famous sights while you’ll also see Caesarea, capital of the Roman province, the beautiful Golan Heights, the Western Wall and have time to soak in the healing waters of the Dead Sea.

Day 1: Arrive Tel Aviv. A warm welcome to the Holy Land with a private transfer to your hotel. Dan Tel Aviv (Executive Sea View Room)

Day 2: Tel Aviv – Tiberias. Travel along the Mediterranean coast to Caesarea, ancient capital of the Roman province, where you view the impressive archaeological remains of the Roman and Byzantine city that once dominated the region. Continue to the ancient port city of Akko, the main base of the Crusaders. Here you will see the stunning halls and buildings of the Hospitaller and Templar Knights. After time for lunch overlooking the Mediterranean, wander through the market before continuing east to your hotel overlooking the Sea of Galilee (B). Scots Hotel Tiberias (Antique Room)

Day 3: Sea of Galilee. Travel to Capernaum and discover the ancient synagogue where Jesus is said to have taught and the other remains of this once prosperous town on the shores of the Sea of Galilee including the Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha and the Church of the Primacy. Later visit the Golan Heights and Banias Springs, source of the River Jordan to see archaeological remains that span the Pagan, Jewish, Christian, Byzantine and Muslim eras (B). Scots Hotel Tiberias (Antique Room)

Day 4: Tiberias – Jerusalem. Visit Nazareth, the boyhood village of Jesus, and the Church of the Annunciation. Continue to the Byzantine Church at Cana and see the ruins of Beit She’an. Onwards down the Jordan Valley to Jerusalem, stopping at Beit Alpha to view the old synagogue with its splendid mosaic floor (B). King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 5: Old City of Jerusalem. See the view from the Mount of Olives and explore the Old City with your guide. Start at the Garden of Gethsemane with its ancient olive trees, follow the Stations of the Cross, the route that Jesus took between his condemnation by Pilate and his crucifixion and burial. See the markets of the Christian and Muslim Quarters and breathtaking views towards the Dome of the Rock Mosque. Walk through the Jewish Quarter to the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre before leaving the Old City through the Zion Gate (B). King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 6: Jerusalem – Masada – qumran. Visit Masada, the grand fortress built by King Herod, and on to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Take a dip in the Dead Sea before returning to Jerusalem (B). King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 7: Jerusalem – Bethlehem. Today’s highlights include Israel’s Parliament, the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial and the Israel Museum, home of the Dead Sea Scrolls. See the Church of the Nativity and Herodium (B). King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 8: Depart Israel. Farewell and transfer to Tel Aviv Airport (B).


Classic israel


JOrDAN & iSrAEl | 10 Days | Jerusalem – Amman – Petra – Dead Sea - Amman

Road

MED

ITERRA

NEA

NSEA

EGYPT

ISRAEL

SAUDIARABIA

Amman

JORDAN

Kerak Castle

Madaba

Jerash

Petra

Wadi Rum

Dead Sea

Tel Aviv

BethlehemMasada

Qumran

Jerusalem

glimpse of israel & Jordan

The Treasury, Petra, Jordan

Combining two of the Middle East’s most fascinating destinations makes perfect sense and with A&K a private guide accompanies guests in each country bringing to life thousands of years of history. You’ll walk in the steps of biblical giants and modern-day adventurers seeing some of the world’s most iconic and ancient sites and understanding something of contemporary life and cultural relations in this extraordinary part of the world.

Day 1: Tel Aviv – Jerusalem. A warm welcome to the Holy Land and private transfer from Tel Aviv airport to Jerusalem. King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 2: Jerusalem. Today’s private touring starts at the Mt of Olives with its spectacular views. Explore the Garden of Gethsemane before a guided walk through the Old City. Follow the Stations of the Cross, explore the markets of the Christian and Muslim Quarters and marvel at the views of the Dome of the Rock Mosque and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. After lunch, walk through the Jewish Quarter to the Western Wall, a site for prayer and pilgrimage for centuries (B). King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 3: Masada – Dead Sea – qumran. Visit Masada, the fortress built by King Herod, and on to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Take a dip in the Dead Sea before returning to Jerusalem (B). King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 4: Jerusalem – Bethlehem. Begin the day with a view of the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, then visit the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial and the Israel Museum. This afternoon visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem (B). King David Hotel (Deluxe New City Room)

Day 5: Jerusalem – Amman. This morning you are transferred to the border where you will cross into Jordan. VIP immigration services are included. Meet your representative from A&K Jordan and continue to the ancient city of Jerash, one of the most well-preserved ancient Greco-Roman cities in the world, en route to Amman (B, L). Four Seasons Hotel (Deluxe Room)

Day 6: Amman – Petra. Travel south along the King’s Highway. Visit the Christian town of Madaba to see the beautiful mosaics, Mt. Nebo with its views of the Jordan Valley and the ancient crusader castle of Kerak before arriving at Petra (B, L). Petra Mövenpick Hotel (Junior Suite)

Day 7: Petra. Explore the ancient ‘Rose- Red City’, whose tombs, temples and exquisite monuments are hewn from solid mountain rock. Sights include the Treasury, accessed through the narrow ‘siq’; the Roman Theatre; the Corinthian and Palace Tombs and the Roman Road. In the afternoon an opportunity to climb the 1,200 steps to the Monastery with spectacular views (B, L). Petra Mövenpick Hotel (Junior Suite)

Day 8: Petra – wadi Rum – Dead Sea. An adventure is in store with a 4WD excursion to Wadi Rum and its huge mountains of sandstone and narrow canyons made famous by Lawrence of Arabia. This afternoon, travel on to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth (B, L). Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea (Ishtar Superior Room)

Day 9: Dead Sea. Today is at leisure to swim in the mineral-laden waters and enjoy your resort hotel (B). Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea (Ishtar Superior Room)

Day 10: Dead Sea – Amman. Private transfer to Amman airport for departure flight (B).



MOrOCCO | 12 Days | Casablanca – Fes – Erfoud – Erg Chebbi Dunes – Skoura – Marrakech

MOROCCO

ALGERIA

SPAIN

ATLANTICOCEAN

Road

RabatCasablanca

Tangier

Marrakech

Skoura

Essaouira

Erg Chebbi Dunes

Ouarzazate

Fes

Meknes

Volubilis

Oualidia

Er foud

Middle A

tlas

High Atlas Mountains

AKP supported project: Al Karam housing for street children.

Exclusive A&K Desert Camp

Kasbahs & Caravans

A country more exotic and enticing is hard to find. Long a destination for intrepid travellers and sybarites alike, Morocco blends the best of Arab civilisation with an appealing climate and some of the world’s most dreamy hotels. On this journey take in the fascinating history of imperial Fes, the mysterious Kasbahs of the Dades Valley, A&K’s exclusive desert camp and the charms of Marrakech.

Day 1: Arrive Casablanca. Arrive to a private Meet & Greet and transfer to your hotel. Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche (Luxury Room)

Day 2: Casablanca – Fes. After an orientation tour of Casablanca head east via Rabat to the historic city of Fes, the largest living medieval medina-city and cultural heart of Morocco (B). Palais Faraj (Ambassador Suite)

Day 3: Fes. A private city tour starting in the World Heritage listed medina. Continue to New Fes where you see the Royal Palace, mosques, medersas (schools), bustling souks and the old city wall. Tonight you have the option to learn more about Andalusian architecture and history with a private lecture and dinner at Riad Dar Anebar (additional cost) (B). Palais Faraj (Ambassador Suite)

Day 4: Meknes & volubilis. Visit Meknes, another of the imperial cities, and the ruined Roman city of Volubilis (B, L). Palais Faraj (Ambassador Suite)

Day 5: Fes – Erfoud. Travel to Erfoud, a small oasis town on the edge of the desert enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive at your hotel located close to some of the country’s largest and most spectacular dunes (B, D). Kasbah Hotel Chergui (Junior Suite)

Day 6: Erfoud – Erg Chebbi. Travel to the fortified town of Rissani, the beginning of the desert. Continue by 4WD to A&K’s exclusive tented camp located in the shadow of the Erg Chebbi Dunes in a remote area of the Sahara. Accommodation here is in richly decorated Caidale tents complete with hot water and flush toilets. Head off on a camel ride to explore the dunes and return to camp in time for dinner by the camp fire (B,D). A&K Desert Camp (Tented Suite)

Day 7: Erg Chebbi – Skoura. Travel through the Dades Valley on the Road of 1000 Kasbahs reaching your hotel in Skoura, in the foothills of the Atlas, late afternoon (B,D). Dar Ahlam (Junior Suite)

Day 8: Skoura. Relax at your hotel, a converted 19th century Kasbah, or explore the Palmeraie (B,L,D). Dar Ahlam (Junior Suite)

Day 9: Skoura – Marrakech. Travel to Marrakech stopping en route in Ouarzazate and the uNESCO listed fortified city Ait Benhaddou, one of the best preserved kasbah-towns in the Atlas and location for many feature films (B, L). Villa Des Orangers (Junior Suite)

Day 10: Marrakech. With your guide wander through the city’s most important souks including Souk Smarine, a maze of colourful alleys with an array of stalls and ateliers. Visit some of the city’s beautiful gardens and palaces and wind up in famous Djemaa el-Fna Square. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere – snake charmers, musicians, storytellers, acrobats and stalls of dried fruit, nuts and orange juice vendors (B, L). Villa Des Orangers (Junior Suite)

Day 11: Marrakech. Day at leisure with your driver & guide at your disposal. Optional visit to the Atlas Mountains (additional cost) (B). Villa Des Orangers (Junior Suite)

Day 12: Depart Marrakech. Transfer to airport for departure flight (B).



Hassan II Mosque interior, Casablanca

Fes medina Moroccan spice stall, Marrakech

Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech


MOrOCCO | 8 Days | Casablanca – Fes – Rabat – Marrakech

MOROCCOALGERIA

SPAIN

ATLANTICOCEAN

Road

Middle A

tlas

High Atlas Mountains

RabatCasablanca

Tangier

Meknes

MarrakechEssaouira

Fes

Volubilis

Oualidia

Mosaics & Medinas

A&K’s in-depth knowledge of this vibrant and colourful country ensures a truly intriguing journey. With its ancient imperial cities, spectacular landscapes, bustling souks full of treasures, beautiful handicrafts, a mouth-watering cuisine and a fascinating blend of cultural and historic influences, Morocco promises a wealth of exotic experiences. With a private A&K guide as your companion you’ll soak up its fascinating history and colourful culture.

Day 1: Arrive Casablanca. Arrive into Morocco’s largest city with a private Meet & Greet and transfer to your hotel. Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche (Luxury Room)

Day 2: Casablanca – Fes. After a visit to the Hassan II Mosque, travel east to the historic city of Fes, the largest living medieval medina-city and cultural heart of Morocco (B). Palais Faraj (Ambassador Suite)

Day 3: Fes. Embark on your private city sightseeing tour starting in the World Heritage listed medina. Continue to New Fes, built in the 13th century, where you see the Royal Palace, mosques, medersas (schools), bustling souks and the old city wall. (B). Palais Faraj (Ambassador Suite)

Day 4: Fes – Meknes – Rabat. Today you travel west to Volubilis, the site of the largest and most well preserved Roman ruins in Morocco. See the triumphal arches, basilica, temples and the spectacular ancient mosaic floors which are beautifully preserved. From here continue to splendid Meknes, built in the 17th century by Sultan Moulay Ismail to rival the court of his contemporary Louis xIV of France. See the monumental Bab Mansour gateway, the granaries and the Royal Stables, built to accommodate some 12,000 horses. The sultan’s mausoleum is one of the few shrines in Morocco that can be visited by non-Muslims. From here continue to the Moroccan capital Rabat on the Atlantic Ocean (B, L). Villa Mandarine (Clementine Suite)

Day 5: Rabat – Marrakech. In Rabat an orientation tour includes the superbly-preserved relics of its Moorish past including the Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Kasbah des Oudaias. Continue on to Marrakech and arrive at your charming hotel late afternoon (B). Villa des Orangers (Junior Suite)

Day 6: Marrakech. A full day guided tour exploring the highlights of the city. Wander through the most important souks including Souk Smarine, a maze of colourful alleys and small squares which are home to a bewildering array of stalls and ateliers devoted to traditional crafts. You’ll also visit some of the city’s beautiful gardens and palaces and the A&K Philanthropy supported Al Karam Association, which aims to improve the life of impoverished children in Marrakech, through activities and education. Finish the day in famous Djemaa el-Fna Square where there’s time to soak up the vibrant atmosphere – snake charmers, musicians, storytellers, acrobats and stalls of dried fruit, nuts and orange juice vendors – a photographer’s heaven (B, L). Villa des Orangers (Junior Suite)

Day 7: Marrakech. A day at leisure. Optional touring includes a chef led tour through the souks, a Moroccan cooking class or perhaps a visit to the Atlas Mountains. (B). Villa des Orangers (Junior Suite)

Day 8: Depart Marrakech. Private transfer to the airport for your departure flight (B).


AKP supported project: Al Karam housing for street children.

Fes


ATlAS MOuNTAiNS | 3 DAyS ESSAOuirA & OuAliDiA | 5 DAyS ESSAOuirA | 3 DAyS

Escape the bustle of Marrakech and surround yourself with the breathtaking landscapes of the nearby Atlas Mountains. Dramatic snow-capped peaks, rugged hillsides and fertile valleys create a mesmerising vignette while your lodgings are at one of the country’s most exquisite luxury retreats.

Day 1: Marrakech – Atlas Mountains. Less than an hour’s drive from Marrakech, the breathtaking Atlas Mountains stretch across Morocco. Discover the beautiful scenery, colours and meet the locals at a Berber village in the High Atlas range. Your base is a splendid mountainside retreat set amidst extensive gardens landscaped with rose, fruit and cactus plants, indoor pools and courtyards. The rooms are spacious and cosy with delightful patterned rugs, ochre hues and jaw-dropping views. Kasbah Tamadot (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Atlas Mountains. Today is at leisure. Choose from a variety of activities available at your hotel including a trek in the mountains on foot or on horseback, or spa indulgences (additional cost) (B). Kasbah Tamadot (Deluxe Room)

Day 3: Atlas Mountains – Marrakech. Return transfer to Marrakech (B).


Combine leisurely days in the port town of Essaouira with a sojourn at the charming fishing village of Oualidia with its stunning lagoons and dramatic landscape.

Day 1: Marrakech – Essaouira. Drive west to Essaouira with an afternoon at leisure. L’Heure Bleue Palais (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Essaouira. Take a relaxing full day guided walking tour of the 16th century fortified town, with its famous blue doors, whitewashed houses, narrow alleyways, tranquil squares and its colourful medina, a uNESCO World Heritage Site (B). L’Heure Bleue Palais (Deluxe Room)

Day 3: Essaouira – Oualidia. Continue up the coast to Oualidia stopping en route at Safi, a well-known pottery centre. Arrive at your exquisite hotel nestled between cliffs and an ocean lagoon (B). La Sultana Oualidia (Prestige Room)

Day 4: Oualidia. A day at leisure. Laze on the private beach or by the pool, indulge in a spa treatment or visit the nearby village (B). La Sultana Oualidia (Prestige Room)

Day 5: Oualidia – Casablanca. Drive to Casablanca for your onward flight (B).


Take time out in the ancient port of Essaouira, a charming whitewashed town on the Atlantic coast and a popular beach destination. It’s one of the most picturesque places in the country with a thriving fishing industry, harbour front restaurants and a wonderfully relaxed pace of life. Your boutique lodgings are a converted palace in the heart of the city.

Day 1: Marrakech – Essaouira. You are driven west from Marrakech to Essaouira and your hotel. Afternoon at leisure to relax and explore at your own pace. There are wonderful art galleries and craft shops, souks to trawl and photo opportunities galore at the fishing harbour. The more active guest may be tempted to windsurf or play a round of golf (B). L’Heure Bleue Palais (Deluxe room)

Day 2: Essaouira. Enjoy a relaxing full day walking tour of the 16th century fortified town, with its famous blue doors, whitewashed houses, narrow alleyways, tranquil squares and its colourful medina, a uNESCO World Heritage Site (B). L’Heure Bleue Palais (Deluxe room)

Day 3: Essaouira – Casablanca. Transfer north to Casablanca for your onward flight (B).


Kasbah Tamadot La Sultana Oualidia Essaouira

MOROCCO ExTENSIONSLengthen your A&K holiday with one of these short add-ons.


OMAN | 8 Days | Muscat – Jebel Akhdar – Wahiba Sands – Muscat

OMAN

ARABIAN GULF

SAUDIARABIA

IRAN

UNITED ARABEMIRATES

GULF OF OMAN

ARABIAN SEA

Muscat

Musandam

Sur

Jebel Akhdar

Salalah

Nizwa

WahibaSands

Road

Bilad Sayt, Oman

Arabian Odyssey

Wild wadis, an untouched coastline, spectacular deserts, 16th century forts and castles and dramatic mountain scenery – Oman is the best kept secret in the Middle East. It is one of the oldest civilisations in the Arabian Peninsula and one of the region’s most surprising and unspoiled destinations. Its fascinating ancient heritage sits side by side with the trappings of modernity, stunning accommodation and year-round sunshine.

Day 1: Arrive Muscat. VIP welcome and transfer to your hotel. Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort Al Husn (Deluxe Seaview Room)

Day 2: Muscat. Visit the port city of Muscat, tour the Royal Opera House and magnificent Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Drive along the corniche and visit the fish market. Taste traditional Arabian cuisine for lunch followed by a visit to Bait Al Zubair, a showcase for traditional Omani crafts and culture. There’s also time to shop for silver at the Muttrah Souq (B,L). Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort Al Husn (Deluxe Seaview Room)

Day 3: Muscat – Jebel Akhdar. Travel by 4WD to the oasis of Nakhl and its fort. Continue to Bilad Sayt, one of Oman’s quaintest villages. The route winds through mountains all the way to the village of Al Hamra, characterised by its mud houses and date plantations. Arrive at Jebel Akhdar and the extraordinary Alila Jabal Akhdar Resort, a haven of eco-design which blends seamlessly into the rugged landscape (B,L). Alila Jabal Akhdar (Horizon Room)

Day 4: Jebel Akhdar – Nizwa. Tour Nizwa with its Round Tower Fort and souk where jewellery, antique daggers and pottery are popular items. Depart for Jabrin, the finest of Oman’s castles built in the late 17th century. Visit Misfah a pretty mountain village and finish the day meeting local weavers at Wadi Nakheer in Oman’s ‘Grand Canyon’ (B,L). Alila Jabal Akhdar (Horizon Room)

Day 5: Jebel Akhdar. A day at leisure. Optional touring of Jebel Akhdar, considered the fruit bowl of Oman. See the orchards laid out terrace-style along the mountain slopes and the traditional aflaj irrigation systems. Or simply relax and enjoy the day spa and tranquillity of this inspirational new resort (B). Alila Jabal Akhdar (Horizon Room)

Day 6: Jebel Akhdar – wahiba Sands. Today’s destination is Wahiba Sands, a vast mass of undulating sand dunes rising up to 200 m. The ever-changing patterns are a photographer’s delight. Visit a Bedouin house en route and pass Wadi Bani Khalid, a mountain area of small villages and waterfalls. Witness the changing colours of the desert at sunset before dinner (B,L,D). Desert Nights Camp (Deluxe Suite)

Day 7: wahiba Sands – Muscat. Morning at leisure to enjoy camp activities such as camel riding or quad biking (additional cost). Later proceed to the fishing town of Sur for a visit to the dhow factory. Stop at the Bimah Sinkhole and enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to Muscat (B, L). The Chedi (Chedi Deluxe Room)

Day 8: Depart Muscat. Transfer to the airport (B).


Salalah Extension | 4 Days

Complement your visit of Oman with a stay at the luxurious Salalah Rotana Resort on the shores of the Indian Ocean where you’ll find friendly Omani hospitality in a laidback coastal atmosphere. Renowned for its historic frankincense trade, a full day exploring the fascinating city sites is included.



u.A.E & OMAN | 9 Days | Dubai – Desert Conservation Reserve – Zighy Bay - Dubai

ARABIAN GULF

SAUDIARABIA

IRAN

UNITED ARABEMIRATES

GULF OF OMAN

OMAN

Muscat

Zighy Bay

Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve

Dubai

Road

Dubai, Desert & Dhows

Desert Conservation Reserve, UAE

The cosmopolitan city of Dubai is at the heart of a region where dazzling skyscrapers meet the desert and where old world Arabian culture blends with fast paced modernity. Experience the city from the streets and the water and explore the magical desert dunes of a nearby conservation reserve. Your city accommodation is a grand boutique hotel while in the desert, luxury tented suites are home. A stunning hideaway on the rugged Omani coast concludes your Arabian experience.

Day 1: Arrive Dubai. Arrival transfer to your luxury hotel situated at Jumeirah beachfront. Afternoon at leisure. Madinat Jumeirah Al Qasr (Ocean View Room)

Day 2: Dubai. Experience Dubai’s Bedouin heritage with an educational visit to the museums and souks. Marvel at the city’s iconic architectural landmarks including the world’s tallest building – Burj Kalifa. In the afternoon enjoy an indulgent high tea at the iconic Burj Al Arab (B). Madinat Jumeirah Al Qasr (Ocean View Room)

Day 3: Dubai. Morning at leisure. Later board a privately chartered yacht for a leisurely cruise around the scenic Palm Jumeirah islands, along the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai coastline with a BBQ lunch. Remainder of the day is at leisure (B,L). Madinat Jumeirah Al Qasr (Ocean View room)

Day 4: Dubai – Desert Conservation Reserve. Be a conservationist for a day in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Monitor the baby gazelles and assist with the cataloguing and photographing of new and unique species to this protected sanctuary. Check into the Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa in time for lunch. This afternoon enjoy a private falconry experience, allowing close interaction with these birds of prey. An exhilarating sunset drive over the dunes ends an active day (B,L,D). Al Maha Luxury Resort & Spa (Bedouin Suite)

Day 5: Desert Conservation Reserve. A day in the reserve with plenty of activities – wildlife drives, nature walks and desert safaris (B,L,D). Al Maha Luxury Resort & Spa (Bedouin Suite)

Day 6: Desert Conservation Reserve – Zighy Bay. Today visit two more emirates – Sharjah and Ajman – en route to Zighy Bay in Oman. Sights along the way include the Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qassimi Mosque, the 165 year old Al Naboodah House, former residence of wealthy pearl traders, the traditional Al Arsah Souk or the Blue Souk trading carpets, gold, silver, antiques and perfume as well as a visit to Ajman’s enchanting museum housed in an ancient fort. Cross the border into Oman and arrive into Zighy Bay late afternoon (B,L). Six Senses Zighy Bay (Pool Villa Beachfront)

Days 7-8: Zighy Bay. A beachfront oasis, your Omani hideaway invites you to unwind and soak up the stunning Arabian coastline, bays and unique fishing villages carved into the fjords. During your stay a dhow cruise is a must. These local fishing boats have a history of over 500 years and there is no better way to take in the beauty of the area. Other activities include mountain biking, snorkelling and guided hikes (B). Six Senses Zighy Bay (Pool Villa Beachfront)

Day 9: Zighy Bay – Dubai. A private transfer back to Dubai for your onward arrangements (B).



DuBAI ABu DHABI

unlike any other city, Dubai’s desert and coastline sits juxtaposed against an urban backdrop of the world’s tallest building Burj Khalifa, a multitude of skyscrapers and vast shopping malls. While sophisticated it is also the perfect family destination with activity aplenty including water parks, desert safaris, the soon to open Legoland and IMG Worlds of Adventure.

Capital of the united Arab Emirates, this cosmopolitan city is bursting with culture as well as adventure activities. More conservative than Dubai, Abu Dhabi still moves at a fast pace. There’s Formula 1, contemporary art fairs, ocean races, beaches and winter sun.

Downtown, Dubai Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi

As a stopover or dedicated holiday destination, the united Arab Emirates is a thoroughly surprising destination which you won’t want to miss. Whether you fly with Emirates or Etihad Airways, break your journey to Europe, Africa or further afield and discover the extraordinary attractions of this gulf nation.

Stay at least two nights in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and get a taste of the excitement. Expect year-round sun, hotels and resorts to suit every kind of traveller and every style of travel, cutting edge architecture, golden beaches and cultural attractions aplenty from contemporary art fairs to world class sporting events. Let A&K tailor a stopover package to suit you with private transfers, privately guided tours and luxury accommodation to fit your exact needs.

united Arab Emirates Stopover Cities

Old Dubai Abra Creek, Dubai United Arab Emirates

A&K TAILORED ExPERIENCES IN DuBAIShop till you drop in the spice and gold souk, travel by water taxi and visit the Dubai Creek dhow trading areas.

Experience a Dubai gastronomic tradition – the Friday Brunch at one of the city’s leading restaurants.

Treat yourself to a hammam experience at one of the many luxurious day spas available.

Be part of the excitement at the world’s richest horse race – Dubai World Cup at Meydan Racecourse in March.

A&K TAILORED ExPERIENCES IN ABu DHABI Marvel at the world’s largest hand woven Persian carpet and crystal chandeliers in Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

Be amongst the first to visit two brand new museums opening in 2016 - The Louvre and the world’s third Guggenheim Museum.

Sun yourself on a variety of dazzling beaches: Corniche, Saadiyat and Yas or head to the uber-cool Monte Carlo Beach Club.

A round of golf anyonezv Choose from championship-ready parkland, ocean or links facilities, an urban golf centre, a world-class ‘sand’ or country course.


GROuP JOuRNEYS IN NORTH AFRICA & ARABIAIn addition to the private itineraries featured in this brochure, A&K also offers a range of small group journeys. Here is a selection of what is available.

SPlENDOurS Of MOrOCCO | 12 DAyS EgyPT & THE NilE | 10 DAyS

Ait Benhaddou city, Ouarzazate Great Pyramids of the Giza Plateau


Explore exotic Morocco from its historic cities to the mysterious desert. Sleep under the stars at A&K’s Exclusive Desert Tented Camp at the Erg Chebbi dunes in the Sahara. Stay in the “Red City” at the luxurious Four Seasons Resort Marrakech and learn the secrets of the cuisine at an exclusive Chef’s Table experience. Visit uNESCO World Heritage Sites of Meknes and Volubilis.

PRICE Twin Share: From uS$6,595 Single Supplement: From uS$2,195

Sail on a four-night Nile cruise on board the luxurious and intimate Sanctuary Sun Boat III, travelling to off-the beaten-path Denderah. Stay at the historic Mena House Hotel, with views of the pyramids from your own balcony, and at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza. Enjoy guaranteed entry into one of Egypt’s legendary pyramids and sail the Nile in a traditional felucca.

SPECIAL OFFER Twin Share: From uS$5,980* (was uSD 7,980) Single Supplement: From uS$1,895 (was uSD 2,395)

*Including Internal Air

JOrDAN & EgyPT: SANDS Of TiME | 11 DAyS MOrOCCO iMPEriAl CiTiES | 8 DAyS

Atlas Mountain village, Morocco

CONNECTIONS GROUP JOURNEYS Authentic small group travel at unbeatable value up to a maximum of 24 guests

Combine two of the Middle East’s most fascinating destinations. In Egypt, spend three nights cruising the Nile River on board Sanctuary Sun Boat III, observe ancient splendours including the legendary Pyramids with an Egyptologist, who shares insights while travelling with you in Egypt. In Jordan you’ll visit the most renowned sites, such as Bethany, Jerash, Madaba and the “Rose-Red City” of Petra plus there’s a cooking class at the Petra Kitchen and time at the Dead Sea, the world’s most ancient natural spa. PRICE Twin Share: From uS$5,980* Single Supplement: From uS$1,395

*Including Internal Air

Explore mysterious Morocco staying close to the action in traditional, charming accommodations. Enjoy a nostalgic welcome dinner at Rick’s Café in Casablanca and dine in an authentic riad while getting an insider’s view of life in Morocco. Experience Moroccan hospitality when you dine with a local family in their Marrakech home and visit a mountain village where you get to know the local Berber people of the Atlas.

PRICE Twin Share: From uS$2,995 Single Supplement: From uS$995

Petra, Jordan


MöVENPICK RESORT PETRA Jordan - Petra

Mövenpick Resort Petra is situated just steps from one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, at the entrance to the historical site of Petra. This enviable location makes it a first choice for A&K travellers who come to marvel at the ancient Nabataean citadel of Petra, the uNESCO World Heritage Site also known as the Rose City. With authentic antiques and artwork, it is undeniably one of the most distinguished hotels in the Middle East. Oriental architecture and intricate interior design are featured throughout the resort, including its 183 rooms and suites, where guests also benefit from Wi-Fi and a complimentary minibar. Seven restaurants and bars serve excellent cuisine and a large variety of beverages, which can be savoured while overlooking often-spectacular views. Seasonal outlets make the most of the local desert climate, with a rooftop garden in summer and tea room fireplace in winter available for guest enjoyment. The resort is a Green Globe and ISO 22000 certified hotel that places a high premium on sustainable management with regards to the environment, social and cultural initiatives, quality, health and safety.

ALILA JABAL AKHDAR KASBAH TAMADOT Oman - Jebel AkhdarMorocco - Atlas Mountains

Perched over 2,000 metres above sea level with dramatic views of the Al Hajar mountains, Jabal Akhdar provides access to a magnificent unspoiled landscape. A haven of eco-design the resort blends seamlessly into the rugged landscape. Its 78 beautifully appointed suites and villas have an authentic flavour of the destination and are located within the main hotel building or in individual clusters of four to six suites. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, lounge, outdoor and indoor pool, gym and the Spa Alila offering treatments inspired by the region and its traditions.

Kasbah Tamadot, Sir Richard Branson’s Moroccan retreat, is a divine hideaway set in the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains just under an hour’s drive from the Marrakech city centre. This magical hotel boasts 27 stunning bedrooms, suites and Berber Tents and is furnished with traditional Moroccan antiques and contemporary elements. Landscaped gardens and breathtaking views add to the experience while most of the staff are from the local Berber villages giving guests the feeling of staying in a private home.

NORTH AFRICA & ARABIA HOTELS & LODGESA Selection of A&K’s Favourites


ST REGIS ABu DHABI

ONE&ONLY THE PALM

SOFITEL THE PALM

ANANTARA EASTERN MANGROVES HOTEL & SPA

u.A.E - Abu Dhabi

u.A.E - Dubai

u.A.E - Dubai

u.A.E - Abu Dhabi

Located on the vibrant Corniche in the heart of the uAE capital, The St. Regis Abu Dhabi offers bespoke luxury that combines the brand’s unique legacy with exceptional Arabian hospitality. With 283 rooms and suites overlooking the Arabian Gulf, a private beach club, health club with a 3,200 square metre spa, 9 distinctive culinary venues and a shopping mall, the hotel is the perfect place for relaxation and entertainment. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi also features the famed hallmark of St. Regis hotels for all of its guests, the signature St. Regis Butler Service.

One&Only The Palm is Dubai’s most intimate beachfront oasis, nestled on the lushly landscaped private peninsula of Palm Island. This refined resort is surrounded by immaculate gardens, intricate fountains and sparkling pools and offers a tranquil yet vibrant island getaway just minutes away from the city. Blending Moorish and Andalusian architectural design, the resort consists of 90 rooms and suites and 4 private beachfront villas with chic Arabian interiors. The resort is rimmed with a stunning secluded beach while there is also a beautiful spa, sparkling swimming pools and poolside cabanas plus a spa & fitness centre.

Located on the prestigious Palm Jumeirah, Sofitel The Palm is a Polynesian-themed resort, comprising 361 rooms & suites and 182 serviced residences. The new resort offers a wide variety of facilities with 14 restaurants and lounges, private beach, SoFit health club, 2,500 square metre SoSpa, 2 tennis courts, a night club and entertainment activities. Complimentary access to the Amura Kids Club for the younger ones, as well as free WiFi and complimentary shuttle to the main Dubai malls ensure an enjoyable stay.

This urban sanctuary blends seclusion with modern luxury. Set right on the waterfront it combines features that reflect a rich Arabian heritage and luxurious modern design elements. The refined rooms and suites are the ideal place to relax and reflect while enjoying stunning views across the mangrove lagoon or Abu Dhabi city. Global culinary delights are a highlight with five impressive dining options. There is a fully equipped gym, yoga and Pilates facilities, an infinity pool overlooking the mangroves, traditional Turkish hamman and the Antantara Spa.

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b) Additional Charges – all other expenses incurred by A&K may also be payable by the Customer at A&K’s discretion. c) Any charges arising from a request for an amendment are payable by the Customer whether or not A&K is successful in confirming the requested amendment.d) Late Amendments – amendments made by the Customer within 90 days of the Departure Date, are treated as cancellations and re-bookings. Cancellation charges apply as detailed below.

7. Cancellations By The Customer

7.1 The Customer must give A&K notice if it intends to cancel any Travel Arrangements.7.2 Charges – the following charges are payable by the Customer in accordance with the number of days prior to the Departure Date following notice being received by A&K of cancellation:

7.3 Additional Charges – the Customer may incur further cancellation charges from some Suppliers and local agents.

8. Cancellations and Material Alteration by A&K

8.1 A&K may treat a booking as cancelled and levy cancellation charges if the Customer does not pay the balance of the Travel Arrangements price at 90 days prior to the Departure Date.8.2 Force Majeure – A&K may, at its sole option, where circumstances outside of its control affect the provision of Travel Arrangements (such as flood, fire, act of God, war or threat of war, physical unrest, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activities (threatened or actual), strikes, port or airport closure, technical problems with transport, alteration or cancellation of scheduled travel services) cancel scheduled Travel Arrangements at any time and may at A&K’s sole and absolute discretion:a) offer the Customer alternative Travel Arrangements or Products of comparable standard as may be appropriate in the circumstances; orb) if alternative Travel Arrangements or Products are not offered by A&K, A&K will make a prompt proportional (taking into account the extent of the Travel Arrangements that have been provided or arranged) refund of monies paid by the Customer. 8.3 A&K may charge a reasonable fee to cover the administration costs associated with providing alternative Travel Arrangements or Products. 8.4 Material Alteration – if a Material Alteration becomes necessary within 90 days of the Departure Date, for any reason other than the circumstances described in clause 8.2 A&K will endeavour to offer comparable Products or a full refund of all monies paid by the Customer.

From booking to 91 days prior

$1,000 per person

90 – 46 days prior 45%

45 or less 100%

1. Definitions

“A&K” means Abercrombie & Kent (Australia) Pty Ltd ACN 005 422 999.

“ACL” means the Australian Consumer Law Schedule to the Competition and Consumer Act.

“Conditions” means these Terms and Conditions.“Contract” means any agreement for the provision of Travel Arrangements or Services by A&K to the Customer;

“Customer” means a person, jointly or severally if more than one, acquiring Travel Arrangements and Services from A&K.

“Departure Date” means the date scheduled for the Customer to depart at the start of the Travel Arrangements.

“GST” has the definition given in A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (“Act”) or any amending legislation, and includes any similar value-added or consumption tax.

“Material Alteration” means a material change to the Travel Arrangements as determined at A&K’s sole discretion.

“Products” means individual components of Travel Arrangements, such as accommodation, meals, transport, cruises and tours.

“Services” means the booking and payment services provided by A&K in relation to Travel Arrangements.

“Suppliers” means the third parties that are responsible for providing the individual Products.

“Tax Invoice” means a tax invoice which complies with the definition contained in section 29 – 70 of the Act or any amending legislation.

“Travel Arrangements” means the travel arrangements made by A&K including all Products.

2. Basis of Contract

2.1 The Conditions apply exclusively to every contract for Services by A&K to the Customer and cannot be varied or supplanted by any other condition unless expressly accepted in writing by A&K.2.2 Acceptance: Payment of a deposit indicates the Customer’s acceptance of the Conditions.2.3 Different Products may have specific terms and conditions, deposit requirements and cancellation charges applicable to the Product. These will be communicated during the quoting and booking process.

3. Booking Your Holiday

3.1 Quotes – will be provided in relation to a price for the Travel Arrangements. The quote is valid for a period of 7 days.3.2 Deposit – a deposit of 25% of the total booking cost, or other amount as advised during the quoting and booking process, is required to secure a booking.3.3 Late booking requests within 30 days must be accompanied by full payment and may be subject to an urgent processing fee.3.4 A minimum stay of 3 nights is required for all bookings.

4. Price Policy

4.1 Prices are valid for the period until 31 December 2016. All prices are per person twin in Australian Dollars unless otherwise specified.

Prices are subject to the quote provided.4.2 Travel Arrangement prices are quoted for the entire package and itemised component costs cannot be given.4.3 Travel Arrangements – prices may be based on Products being booked in groups, and accordingly Customers must travel together throughout the Travel Arrangements.4.4 Surcharges – the price of the Travel Arrangements is subject to the possibility of surcharges. Surcharges may be incurred (without limitation) in connection with: currency exchange rates, increases in Product prices, fuel levies, scheduled airfares, hotel and ground transportation charges, game park entrance fees and any other increases in connection with the Travel Arrangement.4.5 Where there is any change in the costs incurred by A&K in providing the Services, A&K may vary its price to account for such change by notifying the Customer, whether or not the Customer has made full payment.4.6 Changes in the Australian Dollar – the financial commitments A&K undertakes in order to offer the prices mean that prices cannot be reduced or refunded if the Australian dollar strengthens.4.7 Products not utilised – no refunds are made in respect of Products not utilised, for example, accommodation, meals and sightseeing excursions.4.8 Goods and Services not Included – the following are excluded from the Travel Arrangements price: International Airfares, arrival and/or departure taxes, fuel levies and surcharges, passport and visa costs, travel insurance, personal expenditure including drinks, laundry, room services, meals and gratuities, unless expressly included.4.9 Prices quoted include GST. Prices for the supply of the Travel Arrangements and the Services exclude any other taxes, duties or imposts imposed on or in relation to the Travel Arrangements and the Services in Australia or overseas. The Customer is liable to pay any amount of GST imposed on any Product.

5. Payment

5.1 Final Payment – unless otherwise agreed in writing the final payment must be received by A&K no later than 90 days prior to the Departure Date.5.2 Where bookings are made less than 90 days before the Departure Date, full payment must be made at the time of booking.

6. Amendments

6.1 A&K reserves the right to modify program itineraries, including arranged sightseeing, and substitute accommodations, including vessels and trains, at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond A&K’s control. Every effort will be made to operate itineraries as planned, but alterations may occur after the final itinerary has been issued. 6.2 A&K will endeavour to assist if the Customer requests an amendment to the Travel Arrangement booking up to 90 days prior to the Departure Date, subject to the following; a) Amendment Charge – fees apply to any Customer requesting a change to a confirmed booking.


9. Obligations and Liability

9.1 Booking Agent - A&K acts as a booking agent for the Suppliers of Products and accepts no liability for any injury, loss, damage, accident, delay or irregularity that may arise to any Customer or third party resulting from the Customer’s or third party’s use of the Products, unless recoverable from A&K on the failure of a statutory guarantee under the ACL. A&K makes reasonable enquiries to determine that Suppliers provide appropriate Products, but A&K is not responsible for the Products or their standard.9.2 Except as the Conditions specifically state, the Agreement does not include by implication any other term, condition or warranty in respect of the quality, merchantability, acceptability, fitness for purpose, condition, description, specification or performance of the Travel Arrangements or Services or any contractual remedy for their failure.9.3 Nothing in these Terms restricts, limits or modifies the Customer’s rights or remedies as a consumer against A&K for failure of a statutory guarantee under the ACL.9.4 Loss – A&K is not liable for and accepts no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss, financial loss, consequential loss, loss of enjoyment, pain and suffering, damage, injury, accident delay or irregularity occasioned to the Customer, other than if the Customer is a consumer, then to the extent the loss was reasonably foreseeable.9.5 Nothing in the Conditions is to be interpreted as excluding, restricting or modifying the application of any relevant State or Federal legislation which cannot be excluded, restricted or modified.9.6 Visa Requirements – it is the Customer’s responsibility to ensure that it has valid passports, visas and permits which meet the immigration and governmental requirements of the country of travel. 9.7 Medical Conditions – the Customer must notify A&K of any pre-existing medical conditions that might reasonably be expected to affect the Travel Arrangements. 9.8 Health Issues – it is the Customer’s responsibility to obtain any vaccinations or health precautions applicable to the country of travel. 9.9 A&K strongly recommends that the Customer insure themselves against loss of deposit, cancellation charges, medical expenses and loss of personal possessions, and any other foreseeable loss or expense.9.10 The Customer acknowledges and accepts that different places, countries, facilities and tour operators may have lower standards of safety, labeling, warnings and precautions. The Customer

is responsible for maintaining personal diligence and safety notwithstanding the level of standards. A&K is not liable for any loss, damage, injury or death that could be avoided if the Australian standards were to apply.

10. Notice

10.1 A notice by the Customer must be in writing, and may be delivered by hand, sent by prepaid mail, sent by facsimile or sent by electronic means such as e-mail to the address or number specified.10.2 A notice is treated as given to A&K, when:a) if hand delivered, when delivered;b) if sent by prepaid mail, when received or within 48 hours after posting, whichever is the sooner,c) if sent by email or facsimile, on confirmation of successful transmission.

11. Governing Law

11.1 These Conditions are governed by and are to be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria and Australia.11.2 Each party irrevocably and unconditionally submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts and Tribunal of Victoria and Courts entitled to hear appeals from those Courts and Tribunals.

12. Privacy Information

12.1 Any personal information that A&K obtains from the Customer, or about the Customer from its representative, is necessary for A&K’s business purposes or providing the Customer with A&K’s Travel Arrangements, Products and Services, and may be used in answering any queries the Customer may have, considering the Customer’s application for credit or to become a Customer, performing internal administration and operations, developing, improving and marketing A&K’s products and services, and related purposes.12.2 A&K’s Privacy Policy details why A&K collects this personal information, who A&K may disclose it to (including whether A&K is likely to disclose it to overseas recipients), and the main consequences (if any) if A&K does not collect the personal information of the Customer. A&K’s Privacy Policy also contains information about how the Customer may seek access to, or correction of, the personal information held about the Customer, and A&K’s complaint resolution procedures.12.3 A&K will not disclose any personal information to any other party without the consent of the Customer except to the Suppliers, a related entity or adviser of A&K or where A&K

is otherwise required by law to do so. 12.4 A&K’s Privacy Policy is available at http://www.abercrombiekent.com.au/legal or by request to A&K by phoning +61 3 9536 1800 or via email at [email protected].

13. Consent for cross-border disclosures

13.1 By making a booking, the Customer acknowledges and consents that A&K will not, as would otherwise be required, be obliged to take steps to ensure that an overseas recipient of Customer Information complies with the APPs.

14. Miscellaneous

14.1 A&K’s failure to enforce any of these Conditions shall not be construed as a waiver of any of the A&K’s rights.14.2 If any Condition is unenforceable it shall be read down to be enforceable or, if it cannot be read down, the condition shall be severed from the Conditions without affecting the enforceability of the remaining conditions. Note: Specific programmes may have different Terms & Conditions which will be advised at the time of booking.

15. Small Group Journeys

15.1 Special conditions apply to the Small Group Journeys. Please contact A&K Australia for details

Meal Codes

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Photography Credits

Our appreciation of imagery to: Shutterstock, iStock Photos, Sultanate of Oman Tourism – Ministry of Tourism, Javier Echecopar - A&K DMC Chile, Belmond Eagle Island (p.13) Grande Provence Hermitage Wine Estate (p.13), Tanda Tula Safari Camp (p.13), Sand Rivers Tanzania (p.37), and all our partner hotels, vessels and propeties.

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