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31/03/2020 13:2231/03/2020 13:22 SOUTH AFRICA • KENYA TANZANIA • ZANZIBAR •NAMIBIA AFRICA 2020/21 ZIMBABWE • EGYPT • MOROCCO AFRICA_US_COVERS.indd 1AFRICA_US_COVERS.indd 1 Photo by Mike Myers

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 2 31/03/2020 11:28 Welcome to Our Home.

Behind the Trafalgar brand is a passionate South African-born family, who are dedicated to sharing their love of this continent, with you, so that you’ll eﬀ ortlessly discover it, in a way that few will ever see. We invite you to experience the real Africa.

You’ll fall in love with Africa in the same way as those who call it home. The Good Life.

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Meet Trafalgar Africa 02 - 19 Getting away with ease 40 - 43 What you can expect All you need to know about your trip TANZANIA

20 - 38 12 Handcrafted Trips WALK AMONG TRIP NAME TRIP STYLE DAYS PAGE SOSSUSVLEI’S Best of South Africa 15 20 Wonders of Kenya 9 30 TOWERING SAND 4 14 Victoria Falls Experience 22 African Safari Adventure 32 DUNES Essence of South Africa 10 24 Zanzibar Island Escape 4 35 ZIMBABWE

Cape Town Explorer 8 26 Best of Egypt, Egyptian Voyager & NAMIBIA 9/9/12 36 Wonders of Ancient Egypt Namibia Adventure 13 28 Best of Morocco 10 38 BOTSWANA

ESWSWWAW TINI 4 Ways to Travel

SOUTH AFRICA COUNTRY EXPLORER REGIONAL EXPLORER MINI STAY CITY EXPLORER

Get to know one Connect to the Extend your Dive into every country in-depth heart of a region trip with short corner of one city excursions

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Oslo Helsinki

Stockholm

Riga

Copenhagen

Dublin Warsaw Berlin

London

Krakow Brussels Prague

Paris Munich Vienna

Budapest

Geneva

Bucharest Florence

Rome

Barcelona MACEDONIA Porto Istanbul Madrid THE WORLD LEADER Athens IN TRAVEL

MOROCCO 74 EGYPT YEARS OF PASSION STEP AND SERVICE BACK IN TIME AT THE GREAT PYRAMIDS

90 + INDUSTRY AWARDS WON Africa

+ KENYA 5M SPOT HAPPY GUESTS & THE ‘BIG 53% RETURN YEARLY 5’ ON A SERENGETI SAFARI

TANZANIA 4.7 / 5 WALK AMONG GAZE INDEPENDENT SOSSUSVLEI’S IN AWE AT FEEFO RATING TOWERING VICTORIA SAND FALLS DUNES ZIMBABWE NAMIBIA

BOTSWANA 76 ESWSWWAW TINI COUNTRIES VISITED STAY AT THE OYSTER SOUTH AFRICA BOX, SOUTH AFRICA’S #1 HOTEL

WALK IN MANDELA’S LEARN MORE AT FOOTSTEPS ON ROBBEN TRAFALGAR.COM ISLAND

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 5 31/03/2020 11:28 Africa, Where it All Began 100 Years Ago

Our love of travel began in 1920 with a singular hotel in a small ﬁ shing village in the Cape. In that hotel, Solomon Tollman created a philosophy of always being 'Driven by Service'. This stands as true today as it was back then and is the guiding light for our parent company, The Travel Corporation (TTC) as well as Trafalgar.

Traveling with us to Africa means as part of this promise we introduce you to the friends, families and locals we personally know, connect you to the remarkable wildlife and give you access to the can't-miss places you A magic moment, being part of a Rhino release in the Okavango Delta – 2015 couldn’t get on your own. Photo By Gavin Tollman

In my homeland with my family and friends – 2015 Photo By Gavin Tollman

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"I love the bush, seeing nature in the way it is intended to be; its perfect balance will move you in a way that changes your perspective forever."

Gavin Tollman Trafalgar CEO

When the family and I came face to face with wild dogs – 2015 Photo By Gavin Tollman

'Driven by Service'.

Trafalgar is the anchor brand of TTC. Started in in South Africa. You'll discover first hand how the 1947, we’re committed to continuing the legacy pursuit of excellence translated into this hotel of this philosophy. All TTC brands live by this being lovingly restored and why these awards same virtue. TTC's Chairman, Stanley Tollman are won, at this and all Red Carnation Hotels as and his wife Bea founder of Red Carnation, well as every brand within TTC. inspire all of TTC to deliver exceptional service. Here are just 6 of the 42 TTC sister brands which When you travel with us in South Africa, you'll are opening guests hearts and minds through stay at Red Carnation Hotels The Oyster Box travel. (featured on page 12), awarded as the best hotel

TRAVEL FOR 18 - 35 YEAR OLDS

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 7 31/03/2020 11:28 Why You’ll Love Exploring Africa With Us

From vast plains of the Serengeti to the Western Cape’s cosmopolitan coast, you’ll eﬀ ortlessly connect to this great continent. Over 100 years of our heritage, knowledge, love and passion are craft ed into every trip, so you'll enjoy a life changing encounter with Africa without worrying about a single thing.

MEET THE MAASAI Your Vacation Will Be You'll Meet Shaped Around You the Locals

We know every guest has their The spirit of Africa is in its people. own reasons that draws them to We'll connect you to regional Africa. The wonders of nature, communities where you will break the fascination of local life or bread with locals in their homes even family heritage. That’s through our exclusive Be My where our expert team come Guest feature experiences. From in. They will make your travel exploring Cape Town with a local personal and greet you at the or meeting a Kenyan tribe in their airport, stay on-hand for your village, you’ll discover each place entire trip and expertly navigate alongside those who know it best. the African terrain. Thanks to their expert knowledge, you’ll leave having experienced those Your Stays Will moments you’d dreamed of, Always Be Just Right and fascinated by those you The Experiences didn’t even know existed. Comfort is so much more than Will Amaze You a luxurious bed, and you’ll be at ease every night. Our family has Africa is home to innumerable Getting Around been a part of Africa’s hospitality cultures and 11 oﬀ icial dialects, Will Be a Breeze industry for over 100 years, and we and we ensure that you’ll get up know what you need to be well- close to this rich diversity. With Traverse every type of terrain rested for the sights and safaris everything taken care of, you’ll completely hassle free, whether that await. All your stays, such have the freedom to meet the you're exploring cities by coach, as the Ark Lodge which is tucked Maasai warriors who’ll show you discovering the Serengeti in a into the thick forests of Aberdare the centuries-old jumping dance, safari vehicle or summiting to National Park and attracts a come up close and personal to the the top of Table Mountain by host of wildlife, have been hand Big 5 at the Kruger National Park, cable car, we’ve got all your selected so you get the very best and even learn the etiquette of a transport needs covered. out of all the places you go to. famous African Braai (barbecue).

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RIDE A CABLE CAR TO THE Why You’ll TOP OF TABLE MOUNTAIN Love Exploring Africa With Us

MEET THE MAASAI

EXPERIENCE A SOUTH LET YOUR TRAVEL AFRICAN BRAAI DIRECTORS TAKE CARE OF IT ALL

STAY AT THE RENOWNED ARK LODGE P.13

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 9 31/03/2020 11:28 The People You'll Meet

The spirit and heartbeat of any place lies in its people. We’ll introduce you to local families, artisans, farmers and cultural specialists to hear their stories, savor their cooking and gain a deeper understanding of life in Africa. Here are just a few friendly faces you can expect to encounter.

Local Tribes Ancient communities keeping traditions alive

Step back in time during your visit to the Himba tribe. Known as the last semi-nomadic people of Namibia, they’ll welcome you into their village to share traditions and customs that have stayed much the same over the centuries. You’ll gain a greater understanding of why the women coat themselves from head to toe in ochre ‘otijze’ paste, how they judge their social status by livestock and what part their ancestral ﬁ re plays in daily life.

On Namibia Adventure – p.28

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nothing we enjoy more than a bit of ﬂ attery – and it comes in droves when it comes tyo our TDs.

whether it's understanding the history in the streets or spotting elusive wildlife in the namib desert – they'll go beyon the guidebook THE PEOPLE YOU'LL MEET

Be My Guest Hosts Locals who invite you into their homes

A familiar warmth of being among friends will wash over you during our Be My Guest experiences. In Kenya, you’ll discover fi rst hand what it’s like to grow up in the central highlands on a coff ee plantation when Elizabeth welcomes you to her home. Hear stories about her land that have been passed through generations as you sample homegrown Arabica coff ee. You’ll learn how almost 70% of all Kenyan coff ee is produced by smallholder farmers and discover how this small-scale production contributes to the economy and local community.

On Wonders of Kenya – p.30

Plantation owner and Be My LOOK OUT FOR BMG OR ON TRIP PAGES FOR MORE CONNECT WITH LOCALS EXPERIENCES. Guest host, Elizabeth

"The love our Travel Director has for his country really shone through, and we all learned so much from him. It was definitely a trip of a lifetime! "

Our guest: Thora Lynn Weir Best of South Africa

Travel Directors Your go-to moment makers

There is nothing we enjoy more than when we hear a guest tell us that their Travel Director was the best. The truth is all of our Travel Directors and Driver Guides are incredible. They seek to understand your personal needs and wants, whether that’s knowing the history of the streets of Soweto, or how to spot wildlife in the Namib Desert. They go beyond the guidebook to give you an intimate and personal look into the places you visit and to bring to life uncountable individual magic moments each and every day, for guests just like you. Driver Guide On every trip. Gideon Chege Matthew

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 11 31/03/2020 11:28 nothing we enjoy more than a bit of ﬂ attery – and it comes in droves when it comes tyo our TDs. whether it's understanding the history in the streets or spotting elusive wildlife in the namib desert – they'll go beyon the guidebook The Places You’ll Stay

Spend time imagining yourself on vacation instead of comparing hotels, reviewing location maps and reading consumer reviews.

Our 100 years of experience in the African hospitality industry means that we hand-select every stay to ensure you’ll always be in the right place from our boutique Stays With Stories hotels, that are part of the local fabric, to established, well known hotels such as the Marriott and Hilton.

See the Milky Way nearly every night Three of our from some of our feature stays. Guests Favorites

The Oyster Box Hotel South Africa

Be spoilt by a stay at The Oyster Box and become part of the Tollman family history when you enjoy this magniﬁ cent hotel on Umhlanga’s beachfront, overlooking the Indian Ocean. In 1951, Stanley Tollman made a promise to his future wife Bea that they would one day own the property. In 2006 he fulﬁ lled that promise. Along with their daughter Toni they undertook extensive renovations to turn it into a national treasure. During your stay you’ll feel the love and passion woven into every detail, which gained it numerous awards and accolades including a rating as the number 1 hotel in South Africa for the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards from 2017 to 2019. The Oyster Box Photos courtesy of RCH hotels On Best of South Africa – p.20

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 12 31/03/2020 11:28 THE PLACES YOU'LL STAY Becks Safari Lodge South Africa

Overlooking the lush Makhutswi River and surrounding fl ood plains, Becks Safari Lodge lets you experience life in the heart of the Karongwe Private Game Reserve. An expansive viewing deck off ers impressive views of the bushveld, where you’ll have the chance to spot the famed “Big 5” and a vast variety of other local wildlife. With over 8,500 hectares of untouched wilderness on site, you’ll discover the infi nite beauty of the bush while indulging in an exclusive luxury safari experience.

On Essence of South Africa – p.24

"All of the lodgings were comfortable, and the staff were so polite and accommodating at every place we stayed. Amazing trip."

Our guest: Tova Selby on African Safari Adventure

The Ark Lodge On Wonders of Kenya – p.30 Kenya Set in the heart of the Aberdare overlooking an abundant waterhole you have to miss out. Resident rangers National Park, the aptly-named Ark that attracts extensive wildlife. The stay on watch throughout the night Lodge was built to resemble Noah’s ever-present animal activity lets you to let you know when the elephant, Ark. This unique hotel provides get up close to wildlife at any time of buﬀ alo, rhino or leopard you’ve always numerous balconies and lounges day, so going to sleep doesn’t mean wanted to see stops by for a visit.

LOOK FOR ON TRIP PAGES TO DISCOVER MORE STAYS WITH STORIES.

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 13 31/03/2020 11:28 The Things You’ll Experience

Africa is a continent powerful in its unity but enriched by its diversity. Dive head ﬁ rst into the vibrant cultures of present and past to celebrate the cultural contrast that makes Africa so full of life. Here’s just a taste of the many immersive experiences you can look forward to enjoying.

See Wildlife as it was Intended.

The balance of nature and interaction between species is something that changes you forever. Imagine a leopard peering through the grasses, an elephant calf stumbling behind its mother or a lioness laying in the mid day sun, all just daily encounters you will experience in the expert hands of your safari guide.

African Safari Adventure – p.32

Taste Award-Winning Wines at Bouchard Finlayson Winery.

Share the Tollman’s passion for delicious South African wine during a visit to the family-owned Bouchard Finlayson winery. This award- winning winemaker oﬀ ers sweeping views of the stunning Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley and distant Atlantic Ocean. As you sample famed Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays in the estate’s cellars, you’ll discover that this winery is an exceptional African experience.

On Cape Town Explorer – p.26 14

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Learn About Life in a Xhosa Village.

Immerse yourself in a culture whose heartbeat is a rhythmic melody of music and dance. Enter the world of the Xhosa through Ella and Zee, who will welcome you and share traditions that make up their cultural identity. As you learn a few Xhosa phrases, you’ll be communicating in South Africa’s second most popular language. Then, listen to Ella, Zee and friends perform traditional songs before enjoying traditional cuisine that has been handed down for over ﬁ ve centuries.

On Best of South Africa – p.20

Meet Maasai Warriors.

Discover a way of life beyond any notion of your reality when you’re welcomed into a Maasai village in Kenya. You’ll be greeted by several of the 40 tribe members and invited into one of the family huts to learn about their daily lives. Witness the “adumu”, their traditional warrior jumping dance that has been passed down for over six centuries and is still kept alive today.

On Wonders of Kenya – p.30 & African Safari Adventure – p.32

LOOK FOR ON TRIP PAGES TO DISCOVER MORE DIVE INTO CULTURE EXPERIENCES. "Every day of the tour was filled with new and exciting adventures. It was the best vacation I’ve ever experienced. "

Our guest: Maurice Ward Best of South Africa 15

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 15 31/03/2020 11:28 The Iconic Sights You’ll See When traveling somewhere new everyone has speciﬁ c places they want to discover. On every trip, we make it easy for you to see both the iconic as well as the unexpected, through the lens of the people who know them best. So all you’ll have to do is come along, enjoy and soak it in.

Table Mountain

You’ll ascend to the ﬂ at top of Table Mountain by aerial cableway and soak in the views as you stand more than 1,000m above the Atlantic ocean. You’ll walk among one of the most unique ﬂ oral biospheres in the world and come face to face with iconic Dassies, a small mammal native to the area that is oft en found sunning itself on the rocks and ledges of the mountain. Your 360 degree viewpoint will extend in every direction to create a visually rich contrast of nature, sea and city, a sight that you're sure to remember.

On Cape Town Explorer p.26 Best of South Africa p.20 & Essence of South Africa p.24

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The Top Five "Must-Do's" Before You Leave Africa

STAND ON TABLE MOUNTAIN, CAPE TOWN

ON CAPE TOWN EXPLORER TRIP P.26

SPOT THE BIG 5 IN KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

ON BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA TRIP P.20

TAKE IN THE EXPANSE OF DEADVLEI AND SOUSSUSVLEI

ON NAMIBIA ADVENTURE TRIP P.28

WATCH THE ANIMAL MIGRATION IN THE SERENGETI.

ON AFRICAN SAFARI ADVENTURE TRIP P.32

BE IN AWE OF THE GREAT PYRAMIDS

ON BEST OF EGYPT TRIP P.36

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 17 31/03/2020 11:28 The Difference You’ll Make

In 2009 Trafalgar’s parent company, TTC, created TreadRight Foundation with a simple mission: to have a positive impact on the people and communities we visit, to protect wildlife and marine life and to care for the planet we call home. Simply put, to Make Travel Matter.

An Anatolian Shepered among sheep aft er the TreadRight Foundation introduced the idea to protect the sheep from Cape Leopards – part of the Cape Leopard Trust

AFRICA_US_INTROS.indd 18 31/03/2020 11:28 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

Thierry Oussuo – One of the beneﬁ ciaries of the Award for Visual Arts

Over a decade ago we created JoinTrafalgar supported by our parent company’s not-for-proﬁ t TreadRight Foundation.

In 2009 Trafalgar’s parent company, Today, we partner with local TTC, created TreadRight Foundation communities, artisans, farmers and families in Africa and with a simple mission: to have a around the world to ensure the positive impact on the people and livelihood of future generations. communities we visit, to protect Here is just one of the ﬁ rst hand wildlife and marine life and to care Make a Diﬀ erence experiences for the planet we call home. Simply you’ll connect to on your travels: put, to Make Travel Matter. When you choose to travel Trafalgar, know that you’re supporting ▼ THE AMY FOUNDATION Support the development and a diverse range of not- empowerment of underprivileged for-profit organizations. 5 to 35-year-olds Did you know only 43% of African students who enter Grade 1 complete Grade 12? As one of the largest supporters of the Amy Foundation, we’re helping young adults Here are just a few of the 50 grass roots in South Africa prepare for the world of TreadRight projects around the world that work, employment and entrepreneurship. are specific to our love of Africa. You'll become part of that contribution as you learn how the foundation’s creatively protects the • The Cape Leopard Trust driven program makes learning enjoyable long-term survival of leopard populations and encourages academic success. through predator conservation.

• The Leo Foundation saves lions and large carnivores in West and Central Africa. LOOK FOR ON TRIP PAGES TO SEE MORE WAYS YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

• The Wilderness Wildlife Trust advocates for existing wildlife populations, seeks solutions to save endangered species and provides education and training for local communities.

• The Tollman Award for Visual Arts supports African artists hampered by limited resources.

• The Endangered Wildlife Trust defends the native rhino population by funding the purchase of aircrafts for anti- poaching operations. READ MORE ABOUT OUR SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE AT TREADRIGHT.ORG & TRAFALGAR.COM/JOINTRAFALGAR

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4.4

YOUR VACATION

DAY 1 ARRIVE JOHANNESBURG Your seamless South African journey begins with an airport transfer to your hotel. Settle in to the pace of Africa's most energetic city before meeting your Travel Director and fellow BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: The Maslow

15 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES 26 MEALS FROM $4425 PP* 2 JOHANNESBURG – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA (2 NIGHTS) Admire the iconic sights along Mpumalanga's Panorama Route – the Blyde River Canyon, God's Window and Bourke's Luck Potholes. (B, D) Hotel: Sabi River Sun Resort CONNECT WITH THE CULTURE OF TWO COUNTRIES AS YOU TRAVEL FROM THE NORTH TO SOUTH TO ENCOUNTER SOUTH 3 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK SAFARI GAME DRIVE AFRICA'S LEGACY OF MANDELA AND THE COSMOPOLITAN SPIRIT OF CAPE TOWN. Explore South Africa's oldest and most iconic national park in the company of a ' Local Specialist '. Uncover the secrets of the bushveld and keep a look out for the magniﬁ cent 'Big 5', the Little 5 and everything in between. (B, D)

4 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA – MBABANE (ESWATINI) (FORMERLY SWAZILAND) Travel to landlocked eSwatini, and ' Dive Into Culture ' during a visit to a Swazi Chief's village gaining insights into the community's way of life. (B, L, D, ) Hotel: Royal Swazi Spa

5 MBABANE (ESWATINI) – HLUHLUWE We venture to 'the garden province' of KwaZulu Natal. Traversing rolling sugarcane ﬁ elds and lush valleys, we arrive at Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park for an optional 4x4 game drive. This evening enjoy a delicious South African braai (barbecue). (B, D) Hotel: Anew

6 HLUHLUWE – DURBAN (UMHLANGA ROCKS) Board an optional morning cruise on Lake St. Lucia and get up close to hippos, crocodiles and birdlife. We continue south to Durban where our overnight accommodations is at one of Trafalgar's ' Stays With Stories ' – the iconic seaside Oyster Box Hotel that captures the nostalgia of a bygone era. Indulge in the hotel's famous curry buﬀ et featuring 11 diﬀ erent kinds of curry. (B, D, ) Hotel: The Oyster Box

7 DURBAN (UMHLANGA ROCKS) – SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAINS (2 NIGHTS) Venture through the scenic Valley of 1000 Hills bound for the spectacular escarpment that winds north from the Eastern Cape to Mpumalanga. You'll continue to the Kruger foothills of the iconic Sani Pass where you'll have the National Park rest of the aft ernoon at leisure and stay overnight. KRUGER NATIONAL (B, D) Hotel: Premier Resort Sani Pass PARK AREA 2 GUEST 8 DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAINS FREE DAY OR SANI JOHANNESBURG ▲ REVIEW PASS EXCURSION TO LESOTHO Explore this UNESCO /5 World Heritage Site on your terms. Consider joining 1 RATED: 4.4 MBABANE 1 an optional 4x4 Sani Pass drive, ascending to a heavenly height of 2,876 meters for lunch at Africa's ESWATINI highest pub in Lesotho, or relax down here on earth

HLUHLUWE 1 ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS amidst the Drakensberg's loft y peaks. (B, D) SOUTHERN ▲ LESOTHO DRAKENSBERG • VISIT Bourke's Luck Potholes, Kruger 9 SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAINS – EASTERN DURBAN 2 1 (UMHLANGA ROCKS) National Park, eSwatini (formerly CAPE BEACHES Venture through the Eastern Cape SOUTH Swaziland), Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma and the green hills of the Transkei. Discover the legacy SANI PASS OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE National Park, Knysna and Table Mountain of Nelson Mandela, at his birthplace in Xunu, then AFRICA Available on Day 8 by Cable Car enjoy the unspoiled Wild Coast beaches of Chintsa, where the only footprints in the sand will be yours. EASTERN CAPE BEACHES • VIEW Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, (B, D) Hotel: Crawfords Beach Lodge The Garden Route the Drakensberg mountains and Storms 1 PORT River Mouth ELIZABETH 10 EASTERN CAPE BEACHES – PORT ELIZABETH W a k e

▲ to the sound of the ocean before beginning your 1 CAPE 2 s • SEE South Africa's wildlife and birds on TOWN 2 journey to Port Elizabeth, which you'll explore on your safari Tsitsikamma KNYSNA National Park own terms this evening. (B) Hotel: Boardwalk

START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING OPTIONAL Leopard, Kruger National Park 20

AFSA_Best of South Africa.indd 1 30/03/2020 08:06 YOUR VACATION TRAVEL REGIONAL STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE JOHANNESBURG Your seamless South 11 PORT ELIZABETH – TSITSIKAMMA NATIONAL African journey begins with an airport transfer to your PARK – KNYSNA (2 NIGHTS) Walk beneath the YOUR VACATION PLANNER hotel. Settle in to the pace of Africa's most energetic tranquil canopy of Tsitsikamma's giant and ancient city before meeting your Travel Director and fellow Yellowwoods, arriving at Storms River Mouth to peer travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: The into the depths of the gorge. 'Connect With Locals' Price PP Price PP Maslow during a ' Be My Guest ' experience in Knysna where End End Start Cape Double Start Cape Double you'll gain insights into Xhosa culture and traditions Johannesburg Town Share Johannesburg Town Share and be taught a few Xhosa phrases during a meal 2 JOHANNESBURG – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK q▲ SA 26 DEC SA 09 JAN 4975 SA 17 JUL SA 31 JUL 4695 AREA (2 NIGHTS) Admire the iconic sights along of local dishes. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Knysna Hollow 2021 Mpumalanga's Panorama Route – the Blyde River Country Estate SA 09 JAN SA 23 JAN 4895 SA 07 AUG SA 21 AUG 4425 Canyon, God's Window and Bourke's Luck Potholes. SA 23 JAN SA 06 FEB 4895 SA 21 AUG SA 04 SEP 4695 SA 28 AUG SA 11 SEP 4695 (B, D) Hotel: Sabi River Sun Resort 12 KNYSNA FREE DAY You'll have a free day to explore SA 06 FEB SA 20 FEB 4895 the jewel of the Garden Route. Consider an Optional SA 20 FEB SA 06 MAR 4895 SA 04 SEP SA 18 SEP 4895 11 SEP 25 SEP 4895 3 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK SAFARI GAME DRIVE Experience to Featherbed Nature Reserve including SA SA SA 06 MAR SA 20 MAR 4895 SA 18 SEP SA 02 OCT 4895 Explore South Africa's oldest and most iconic national a drive through the reserve to the top of the lagoon's SA 20 MAR SA 03 APR 4895 SA 25 SEP SA 09 OCT 4895 park in the company of a ' Local Specialist'. Uncover Western Head. (B) the secrets of the bushveld and keep a look out for SA 03 APR SA 17 APR 4695 SA 02 OCT SA 16 OCT 4895 SA 24 APR SA 08 MAY 4695 SA 16 OCT SA 30 OCT 4895 the magnifi cent 'Big 5', the Little 5 and everything in 13 KNYSNA – CAPE TOWN (2 NIGHTS) Leave the Garden SA 30 OCT SA 13 NOV 4895 between. (B, D) Route behind bound for the Mother City. You'll wind SA 01 MAY SA 15 MAY 4695 your way through vibrant coastal towns and the Cape SA 15 MAY SA 29 MAY 4695 SA 13 NOV SA 27 NOV 4895 SA 29 MAY SA 12 JUN 4425 SA 27 NOV SA 11 DEC 4895 4 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA – MBABANE Winelands before arriving in Cape Town later this (ESWATINI) (FORMERLY SWAZILAND) Travel to aft ernoon. Head straight to the most iconic site in the SA 12 JUN SA 26 JUN 4695 q▲ SU 12 DEC SU 26 DEC 5175 landlocked eSwatini, and ' Dive Into Culture ' during a city and visit Table Mountain by cable car (weather SA 26 JUN SA 10 JUL 4695 q▲ SA 18 DEC SA 01 JAN 5295 q▲ 23 DEC 06 JAN 5295 visit to a Swazi Chief's village gaining insights into the permitting). (B) Hotel: Southern Sun The Cullinan TH TH SA 10 JUL SA 24 JUL 4695 community's way of life. (B, L, D, ) Hotel: Royal Swazi Spa 14 CAPE TOWN FREE DAY Spend the day exploring Cape Single Supplement (add to price above): $1580 PP Town's streets, squares and famous V & A Waterfront Exceptions 2 6 D e c 2 0: $ 1 5 7 0 P P area. Or consider joining one of our Optional 03 Apr 21 to 28 Aug 21 : $1450 PP 5 MBABANE (ESWATINI) – HLUHLUWE We venture to 04 Sep 21 to 23 Dec 21 : $1720 PP 'the garden province' of KwaZulu Natal. Traversing Experiences to tour around the scenic Cape Peninsula, sample the Cape’s fi nest wines in the Cape Winelands, rolling sugarcane fi elds and lush valleys, we arrive q Festive Departures: These departures have special at Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park for an optional or visit infamous Robben Island. Spend your fi nal meals arranged on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. evening at a Farewell Dinner with your traveling 4x4 game drive. This evening enjoy a delicious South 5 Alternative Hotel: Departures over the festive season African braai (barbecue). (B, D) Hotel: Anew companions indulging in delicious African specialty may be accommodated in an alternative hotel on Day 6 dishes.(B, FD) and Day 9. 6 HLUHLUWE – DURBAN (UMHLANGA ROCKS) Board an optional morning cruise on Lake St. Lucia and 15 DEPART CAPE TOWN Say a fond farewell to South get up close to hippos, crocodiles and birdlife. We Africa and transfer to Cape Town International Airport. PAY EARLY SAVINGS continue south to Durban where our overnight Consider extending your African travels and joining SAVE UP TO $530 PP AFRICA accommodations is at one of Trafalgar's ' Stays With our Victoria Falls Experience trip. (B) Stories ' – the iconic seaside Oyster Box Hotel that OTHER GREAT SAVINGS captures the nostalgia of a bygone era. Indulge in 1.Young Traveler Savings SAVE $480 the hotel's famous curry buff et featuring 11 diff erent MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP kinds of curry. (B, D, ) Hotel: The Oyster Box 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO $132 * All prices are per person, double share. 3. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests 7 DURBAN (UMHLANGA ROCKS) – SOUTHERN Table Mountain: The Aerial Cableway closes DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAINS (2 NIGHTS) Venture annually for maintenance, usually during the through the scenic Valley of 1000 Hills bound for the months of July and/or August. Departures aff ected spectacular escarpment that winds north from the by the closure will have an alternative inclusion. HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS Eastern Cape to Mpumalanga. You'll continue to the Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers are foothills of the iconic Sani Pass where you'll have the available on the fi rst and last day of the trip. See Here’s just a sample of the many special Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. rest of the aft ernoon at leisure and stay overnight. Page 40 for further details. (B, D) Hotel: Premier Resort Sani Pass Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share and Triple CONNECT WITH LOCALS Rooms are not available on this trip. in Knysna, join host Ella and friends GUEST 8 DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAINS FREE DAY OR SANI Trip code: AFSA for a traditional meal and insights REVIEW PASS EXCURSION TO LESOTHO Explore this UNESCO into the local Xhosa culture, including /5 traditional dress, language and RATED: 4.4 World Heritage Site on your terms. Consider joining an optional 4x4 Sani Pass drive, ascending to a songs. (Day 11) heavenly height of 2,876 meters for lunch at Africa's WHY NOT EXPLORE FURTHER? STAYS WITH STORIES highest pub in Lesotho, or relax down here on earth Durban's fi ve-star Oyster Box ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS amidst the Drakensberg's loft y peaks. (B, D) VICTORIA FALLS 3-NIGHT MINI STAY Hotel overlooks Umhlanga's iconic lighthouse and is owned and run by Make the most of your vacation by booking our Trafalgar's Tollman family. (Day 6) • VISIT Bourke's Luck Potholes, Kruger 9 SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAINS – EASTERN Victoria Falls Experience trip (Page 22), which National Park, eSwatini (formerly CAPE BEACHES Venture through the Eastern Cape follows on seamlessly from the end of your Best DIVE INTO CULTURE Swaziland), Port Elizabeth, Tsitsikamma and the green hills of the Transkei. Discover the legacy of South Africa trip. Guests are responsible Connect with Swazi culture during a National Park, Knysna and Table Mountain of Nelson Mandela, at his birthplace in Xunu, then for purchasing all fl ights to/from Victoria Falls visit to a local Chief's village. ( Day 4) International Airport (Zimbabwe) required to join by Cable Car enjoy the unspoiled Wild Coast beaches of Chintsa, where the only footprints in the sand will be yours. this trip. • VIEW Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, (B, D) Hotel: Crawfords Beach Lodge the Drakensberg mountains and Storms River Mouth 10 EASTERN CAPE BEACHES – PORT ELIZABETH Wake to the sound of the ocean before beginning your • SEE South Africa's wildlife and birds on journey to Port Elizabeth, which you'll explore on your safari own terms this evening. (B) Hotel: Boardwalk

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YOUR VACATION

DAY 1 ARRIVE VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT - VICTORIA FALLS (3 NIGHTS) Welcome to Zimbabwe! Meet your Trafalgar representative on arrival at Victoria Falls Airport and transfer to your accommodations. Buckle VICTORIA FALLS EXPERIENCE up for an exhilarating encounter with Victoria Falls, an untamed natural wonder that has captured the imagination of explorers and adventurers since David 4 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES 7 MEALS FROM $1695 PP* Livingstone declared it the most wonderful sight he had seen in Africa. Board a cruise and navigate one of Africa's mightiest rivers, cruising past islands of basking crocodile and hippo pods lazing in the waning African sun, before returning to your lodge for THE POWER AND BEAUTY OF AFRICA'S WILDERNESS IS REVEALED ON THIS ADVENTURE COMBINING THE THRILL OF dinner. (D) Hotel: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

VICTORIA FALLS WITH A VISIT TO CHOBE NATIONAL PARK, BOTSWANA'S HOME OF THE ELEPHANTS. 2 VICTORIA FALLS SIGHTSEEING Join a 'Local Specialist' on a guided tour of the world's largest waterfall. Admire the powerful curtain of water from various vantage points in Zimbabwe – feel the ﬁ ne spray and hear the thunderous roar as water crashes over a hundred meters into a swirling mass in the gorge below. Spend the rest of the aft ernoon at leisure with the sound of the 'Smoke that Thunders' never far from your ears. Tonight you may choose to join an Optional Experience Boma dinner and interactive drum show. (B, L)

Gaze across to the falls and see Devils Pool opposite you, a swimming hole where the water plunges dramatically over the edge. Watch daredevils splash about in the ultimate inﬁ nity pool and swim right up to the edge of the falls.

3 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK EXCURSION Cross the Botswana border for a day-trip into Chobe National Park, where large herds of African elephant roam. Board your Chobe River cruise, watching herds of elephant and buff alo come to the edge of the river to drink. See the fl ash of a kingfi sher hovering over the water to catch its next meal, then enjoy an included lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge on the banks of the mighty Chobe River. Later return to Victoria Falls Safari Lodge for your last night in Zimbabwe. (B, L, D)

A 4 DEPART VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT We bid farewell to SM LL MAXIMUM 10 GUESTS PER DEPARTURE the 'Smoke that Thunders' and return to Zimbabwe's This Mini Stay itinerary is Victoria Falls Airport for your onward journey. (B) 3 VICTORIA FALLS locally hosted by Trafalgar G Representatives R U P Chobe National Park O

GUEST ZIMBABWE REVIEW /5 BOTSWANA RATED: 4.4

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• VISIT Chobe National Park

• VIEW V i c t o r i a F a l l s

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Board a cruise and navigate TU 19 JAN FR 22 JAN 1795 TU 03 AUG FR 06 AUG 1895 one of Africa's mightiest rivers, cruising past islands SA 23 JAN TU 26 JAN 1795 SA 07 AUG TU 10 AUG 1895 of basking crocodile and hippo pods lazing in the SA 30 JAN TU 02 FEB 1795 TU 10 AUG FR 13 AUG 1895 SA 14 AUG TU 17 AUG 1895 waning African sun, before returning to your lodge for TU 02 FEB FR 05 FEB 1795 TU 17 AUG FR 20 AUG 1895 dinner. (D) Hotel: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge SA 06 FEB TU 09 FEB 1795 SA 21 AUG TU 24 AUG 1895 TU 16 FEB FR 19 FEB 1795 TU 24 AUG FR 27 AUG 1895 SA 20 FEB TU 23 FEB 1795 SA 28 AUG TU 31 AUG 1895 2 VICTORIA FALLS SIGHTSEEING Join a 'Local TU 31 AUG FR 03 SEP 1895 Specialist' on a guided tour of the world's largest TU 02 MAR FR 05 MAR 1695 waterfall. Admire the powerful curtain of water from SA 06 MAR TU 09 MAR 1795 SA 04 SEP TU 07 SEP 1895 TRAFALGAR TIP TU 16 MAR FR 19 MAR 1795 TU 07 SEP FR 10 SEP 1895 various vantage points in Zimbabwe – feel the fi ne SA 20 MAR TU 23 MAR 1795 SA 11 SEP TU 14 SEP 1895 spray and hear the thunderous roar as water crashes When visiting the falls, you’ll come across the Devil’s TU 30 MAR FR 02 APR 1795 TU 14 SEP FR 17 SEP 1895 over a hundred meters into a swirling mass in the Cataract, so named for its role as a place where SA 18 SEP TU 21 SEP 1895 locals would cast their evil spirits and be cleansed. gorge below. Spend the rest of the aft ernoon at SA 03 APR TU 06 APR 1795 TU 21 SEP FR 24 SEP 1895 When missionaries arrived in the area, they saw SA 17 APR TU 20 APR 1795 SA 25 SEP TU 28 SEP 1895 leisure with the sound of the 'Smoke that Thunders' these sacrifi cial ceremonies as ‘devilish’ and so the TU 20 APR FR 23 APR 1795 TU 28 SEP FR 01 OCT 1895 never far from your ears. Tonight you may choose cataract inherited its rather infamous name. SA 24 APR TU 27 APR 1795 to join an Optional Experience Boma dinner and TU 27 APR FR 30 APR 1795 SA 02 OCT TU 05 OCT 1895 Moses Nyamasoka, Trafalgar Representative TU 05 OCT FR 08 OCT 1895 interactive drum show. (B, L) TU 04 MAY FR 07 MAY 1795 SA 09 OCT TU 12 OCT 1895 SA 08 MAY TU 11 MAY 1795 TU 12 OCT FR 15 OCT 1895 SA 15 MAY TU 18 MAY 1795 SA 16 OCT TU 19 OCT 1895 TU 18 MAY FR 21 MAY 1795 TU 19 OCT FR 22 OCT 1895 SA 22 MAY TU 25 MAY 1795 TU 26 OCT FR 29 OCT 1895 MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP SA 29 MAY TU 01 JUN 1795 SA 30 OCT TU 02 NOV 1895 * All prices are per person, double share. TU 01 JUN FR 04 JUN 1795 TU 02 NOV FR 05 NOV 1895 Important Visa Information: Visas are required SA 12 JUN TU 15 JUN 1695 SA 13 NOV TU 16 NOV 1895 for this trip. Speak to your travel agent at the time TU 15 JUN FR 18 JUN 1795 TU 16 NOV FR 19 NOV 1895 of booking to assess your specifi c requirements. SA 19 JUN TU 22 JUN 1795 SA 20 NOV TU 23 NOV 1895 TU 22 JUN FR 25 JUN 1795 SA 27 NOV TU 30 NOV 1895 Flights: Guests are responsible for the booking SA 26 JUN TU 29 JUN 1795 TU 30 NOV FR 03 DEC 1895 and purchase of all fl ights required to and from TU 29 JUN FR 02 JUL 1795 Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe. SA 11 DEC TU 14 DEC 1895 SA 03 JUL TU 06 JUL 1895 TU 14 DEC FR 17 DEC 1895 Gaze across to the falls and see Devils Pool Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers are TU 06 JUL FR 09 JUL 1895 SA 25 DEC TU 28 DEC 1950 available on the fi rst and last day of the trip from/ SA 10 JUL TU 13 JUL 1895 SU 26 DEC WE 29 DEC 1950 opposite you, a swimming hole where the water AFRICA to Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls airport only (and not TU 13 JUL FR 16 JUL 1895 TU 28 DEC FR 31 DEC 1950 plunges dramatically over the edge. Watch Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport SA 17 JUL TU 20 JUL 1895 FR 31 DEC MO 03 JAN 1950 daredevils splash about in the ultimate infi nity in Livingstone, Zambia). See Page 40 for further TU 20 JUL FR 23 JUL 1895 2022 pool and swim right up to the edge of the falls. SA 24 JUL TU 27 JUL 1895 SA 01 JAN TU 04 JAN 1950 details. TU 27 JUL FR 30 JUL 1895 TU 04 JAN FR 07 JAN 1895 Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share and Triple SA 31 JUL TU 03 AUG 1895 TH 06 JAN SU 09 JAN 1895 Rooms are not available on this trip. Single Supplement (add to price above): $0 PP 3 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK EXCURSION Cross the Trip code: A F V F Exceptions 03 Jul 21 to 06 Jan 22: $280 PP Botswana border for a day-trip into Chobe National Park, where large herds of African elephant roam. Board your Chobe River cruise, watching herds of PAY EARLY SAVINGS elephant and buff alo come to the edge of the river to WHY NOT EXPLORE FURTHER? SAVE UP TO $195 PP drink. See the fl ash of a kingfi sher hovering over the water to catch its next meal, then enjoy an included EXPLORE SOUTH AFRICA OR KENYA AND OTHER GREAT SAVINGS lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge on the banks of the TANZANIA mighty Chobe River. Later return to Victoria Falls Nearly all itineraries in this brochure can be 1.Young Traveler Savings SAVE $180 Safari Lodge for your last night in Zimbabwe. (B, L, D) booked in conjunction with our Victoria Falls 2. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests trip; make the most of your vacation by choosing 4 DEPART VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT We bid farewell to to explore South Africa, or Kenya and Tanzania the 'Smoke that Thunders' and return to Zimbabwe's before traveling on to Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls Airport for your onward journey. (B) Our Best of South Africa trip (Page 20) links with HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS the Tuesday departure dates, our Essence of South Africa (Page 24) and Cape Town Explorer Here’s just a sample of the many special (Page 26) trips link with the Saturday departure Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. dates. Our Wonders of Kenya (Page 30) and African Safari Adventure (Page 32) trips fi nish on LOCAL SPECIALIST GUEST a Monday or a Friday and require an overnight For included sightseeing at Victoria stay prior to joining the Tuesday or Saturday REVIEW /5 Falls (Day 2) and in Chobe National RATED: 4.4 Victoria Falls departures. Guests are responsible Park (Day 3). for purchasing all fl ights and overnight stays required to transition onto the Victoria Falls trip.

ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS

• VISIT Chobe National Park

• VIEW V i c t o r i a F a l l s

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YOUR VACATION

DAY 1 ARRIVE CAPE TOWN (4 NIGHTS) South Africa's ‘Mother City' and her iconic Table Mountain extend a warm welcome as you embark on a journey that will reveal the highlights of South Africa. Spend ESSENCE OF SOUTH AFRICA the day delving into Cape Town's cosmopolitan surrounds before joining your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. (WR) 10 DAYS 1 COUNTRY 19 MEALS FROM $3850 PP* Hotel: Southern Sun Waterfront

2 TABLE MOUNTAIN AND CAPE TOWN CITY TOUR This morning, we encounter Table Mountain ﬁ rst-hand, ascending via aerial cableway to its vast ﬂ at top – a BUSH, BEACH AND TWO VIBRANT CITIES – CAPTURE THE ESSENCE OF SOUTH AFRICA ON THIS CULMINATION OF A CAPE TOWN rocky wonderland of rich Cape fynbos and curious dassies (hyraxes). Peer over the bustling City Bowl TO KRUGER EXPERIENCE, INCLUDING JOHANNESBURG, THE 'CITY OF GOLD'. and Atlantic Seaboard keeping a keen eye out for the landmarks your Travel Director will show you during this morning's city tour, including Company Gardens, Bo-Kaap and the Castle of Good Hope. The rest of the day is yours to explore Cape Town at leisure. Consider joining our Optional Experience to explore infamous Robben Island, with your guide revealing its turbulent past and the cell where Nelson Mandela spent the majority of his prison term. (B)

3 CAPE PENINSULA TOUR Circumnavigate the Cape Peninsula, from trendy Camps Bay to Cape Point and back. The crashing waves of the Atlantic to your right, the rocky 12 Apostles to your left , wind your way along one of the world's most magniﬁ cent coastal roads towards the outcrop that is Africa's most extreme south-western tip. Say a quiet hello to the shy penguins of Boulders Beach, see the Cape of Good Hope and travel through charming coastal towns along the way. (B)

4 CAPE WINELANDS AND HERMANUS EXCURSION Venture to the town of Franschhoek and see during your orientation why it is proclaimed as one of the most beautiful wine valleys in the world. Take the scenic Franschhoek Pass to the coastal town of Hermanus for your ‘ Be My Guest ' experience. ‘ Connect With Locals ' when you meet local business owner Stefan, who will treat you to a delicious traditional braai (barbecue) featuring delicacies such as boerewors, pap and melktert. Over a glass of his homemade wine he'll share stories of his life in South Africa's whale watching capital. Return to Cape Town via a scenic driving route, arriving in the late A SM LL aft ernoon. Enjoy your evening at leisure. (B, BMG, ) MAXIMUM 20 GUESTS PER DEPARTURE In accordance with the capacity of the exclusive luxury safari lodge we 5 CAPE TOWN – GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK GREATER KRUGER AREA (3 NIGHTS) This morning you'll bid farewell NATIONAL PARK AREA G P have chosen for this trip R O U to the 'Mother City' and ﬂ y to Hoedspruit where a 3 private game reserve near South Africa's great Kruger National Park beckons. Kick back, relax and settle in GUEST to one of Trafalgar's ' Stays With Stories ', Becks Safari 2 REVIEW /5 Lodge, your home in the bush for the next three RATED: JOHANNESBURG 4.1 nights. (B, L, D, ) Hotel: Becks Safari Lodge

6 KARONGWE PRIVATE RESERVE SAFARI GAME DRIVES The action begins as we embark on an early ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS morning game drive through Karongwe Private Reserve with a 'Local Specialist ' game ranger and • CITY TOUR in Cape Town Shangaan tracker-guide. The rising sun awakens the SOUTH • VISIT Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Cape of birds and insects that share your journey into the bush, AFRICA Good Hope, Franschhoek, Hermanus, the as you scour the dense brush for signs of the Big 5. Aft er Karongwe Private Game Reserve, Hector lunch, and time for a siesta and a swim, return to the Pieterson Museum in Soweto, the Apartheid bush for an aft ernoon safari drive. (B, L, D)

Museum ◄ • VIEW the Castle of Good Hope, Boulder's CAPE TOWN 4 Franschhoek Beach penguin colony, Mandela House in Soweto Cape Hermanus Peninsula

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(WR) overlooking the Game Reserve, keeping your eyes Town Johannesburg Share Town Johannesburg Share Hotel: Southern Sun Waterfront peeled for signs of wildlife that emerge from their q SU 27 DEC TU 05 JAN 4325 cover of darkness. (B, L, D) 2021 SU 01 AUG TU 10 AUG 4150 2 TABLE MOUNTAIN AND CAPE TOWN CITY TOUR This SU 10 JAN TU 19 JAN 4325 SU 08 AUG TU 17 AUG 4150 24 JAN 02 FEB 4325 15 AUG 24 AUG 4150 morning, we encounter Table Mountain fi rst-hand, 8 GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA – SU TU SU TU SU 22 AUG TU 31 AUG 3850 ascending via aerial cableway to its vast fl at top – a JOHANNESBURG (2 NIGHTS) Our time in the South SU 07 FEB TU 16 FEB 4325 SU 29 AUG TU 07 SEP 4325 rocky wonderland of rich Cape fynbos and curious African bushveld comes to a close with a 'Dive Into SU 21 FEB TU 02 MAR 4325 dassies (hyraxes). Peer over the bustling City Bowl Culture ' visit to a local Shangaan village. Learn SU 05 SEP TU 14 SEP 4325 SU 07 MAR TU 16 MAR 4325 SU 12 SEP TU 21 SEP 4325 and Atlantic Seaboard keeping a keen eye out for the about the traditions and customs of the Shangaan SU 21 MAR TU 30 MAR 4325 SU 19 SEP TU 28 SEP 4325 landmarks your Travel Director will show you during people and how the Eco Academy there provides SU 26 SEP TU 05 OCT 4325 this morning's city tour, including Company Gardens, eco and wildlife education. Fly to Johannesburg and SU 11 APR TU 20 APR 4150 SU 25 APR TU 04 MAY 4150 SU 03 OCT TU 12 OCT 4350 Bo-Kaap and the Castle of Good Hope. The rest of the check into your hotel in the heart of Sandton that's SU 10 OCT TU 19 OCT 4350 day is yours to explore Cape Town at leisure. Consider well located for exploring the nearby restaurants SU 09 MAY TU 18 MAY 4150 SU 17 OCT TU 26 OCT 4350 joining our Optional Experience to explore infamous and shopping during your free evening. (B, L, ) SU 23 MAY TU 01 JUN 3850 SU 24 OCT TU 02 NOV 4350 Robben Island, with your guide revealing its turbulent Hotel: Michelangelo SU 13 JUN TU 22 JUN 4150 SU 07 NOV TU 16 NOV 4350 past and the cell where Nelson Mandela spent the SU 27 JUN TU 06 JUL 4150 SU 21 NOV TU 30 NOV 4350 majority of his prison term. (B) 9 JOHANNESBURG SIGHTSEEING Unlock the secrets of the 'city of gold' on a full-day tour to view several SU 04 JUL TU 13 JUL 4150 SU 05 DEC TU 14 DEC 4350 SU 11 JUL TU 20 JUL 4150 q SU 19 DEC TU 28 DEC 4495 3 CAPE PENINSULA TOUR Circumnavigate the Cape iconic sites including the Regina Mundi Church and SU 18 JUL TU 27 JUL 4150 q SU 26 DEC TU 04 JAN 4495 Peninsula, from trendy Camps Bay to Cape Point Mandela's house in Soweto. ' Dive Into Culture ' during SU 25 JUL TU 03 AUG 4150 and back. The crashing waves of the Atlantic to a visit to the Hector Pieterson Museum and the Single Supplement (add to price above): $1600 PP your right, the rocky 12 Apostles to your left , wind Apartheid Museum, which chronicles South Africa's Exceptions 2 7 D e c 2 0 : $ 1 6 9 0 P P your way along one of the world's most magnifi cent tumultuous Apartheid years. (B, FD, ) 11 Apr 21 to 22 Aug 21 : $1380 PP coastal roads towards the outcrop that is Africa's most extreme south-western tip. Say a quiet hello to the 10 DEPART JOHANNESBURG Our epic encounter with q Festive Departures: These departures have special shy penguins of Boulders Beach, see the Cape of Good South Africa's iconic sites comes to an end today. meals arranged on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. Hope and travel through charming coastal towns Transfer to Johannesburg International Airport along the way. (B) for your onward fl ight. Or consider extending your vacation by booking our Victoria Falls Experience trip. PAY EARLY SAVINGS 4 CAPE WINELANDS AND HERMANUS EXCURSION (B) SAVE UP TO $450 PP Venture to the town of Franschhoek and see during your orientation why it is proclaimed as one of OTHER GREAT SAVINGS the most beautiful wine valleys in the world. Take AFRICA MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP 1. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO $112 the scenic Franschhoek Pass to the coastal town of Hermanus for your ‘Be My Guest ' experience. * All prices are per person, double share. 2. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests ‘ Connect With Locals ' when you meet local business Air: Airfares are not included in the prices above. owner Stefan, who will treat you to a delicious Land Only price requires the following intra-trip traditional braai (barbecue) featuring delicacies fl ights to be purchased separately in order to such as boerewors, pap and melktert. Over a glass fulfi l the trip itinerary: Day 5 from Cape Town HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS to Hoedspruit – 4Z657; Day 8 Hoedspruit to of his homemade wine he'll share stories of his life in Johannesburg – 4Z874. Trafalgar guarantees to Here’s just a sample of the many special South Africa's whale watching capital. Return to Cape quote you the lowest possible airfare available to Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. Town via a scenic driving route, arriving in the late us on the day that you book. aft ernoon. Enjoy your evening at leisure. (B, BMG, ) Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers are CONNECT WITH LOCALS available on the fi rst and last day of the trip. See in Hermanus, joining a local 5 CAPE TOWN – GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK Page 40 for further details. business owner for a traditional braai (barbecue) and some of his AREA (3 NIGHTS) This morning you'll bid farewell Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share and Triple to the 'Mother City' and fl y to Hoedspruit where a homemade wine against a cliff top Rooms are not available on this trip. backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. (Day 4) private game reserve near South Africa's great Kruger Children: We are unable to accept children under National Park beckons. Kick back, relax and settle in STAYS WITH STORIES GUEST the age of 12 on this itinerary. to one of Trafalgar's ' Stays With Stories ', Becks Safari Your stay at Becks Safari Lodge REVIEW Table Mountain: The Aerial Cableway closes /5 Lodge, your home in the bush for the next three in Karongwe Private Game RATED: annually for maintenance, usually during the 4.1 nights. (B, L, D, ) Hotel: Becks Safari Lodge Reserve contributes to the area's months of July and/or August. Departures aff ected environmental sustainability and by the closure will have an alternative inclusion. community development. ( Day 5) 6 KARONGWE PRIVATE RESERVE SAFARI GAME Trip code: A F E S DRIVES The action begins as we embark on an early DIVE INTO CULTURE ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS morning game drive through Karongwe Private Hear fi rst hand about the traditions Reserve with a 'Local Specialist ' game ranger and and cultures of the Shangaan people • CITY TOUR in Cape Town and how their village promotes eco Shangaan tracker-guide. The rising sun awakens the WHY NOT EXPLORE FURTHER? and wildlife education. (Day 8) • VISIT Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Cape of birds and insects that share your journey into the bush, Good Hope, Franschhoek, Hermanus, the as you scour the dense brush for signs of the Big 5. Aft er VICTORIA FALLS 3-NIGHT MINI STAY Learn about South Africa's turbulent Karongwe Private Game Reserve, Hector lunch, and time for a siesta and a swim, return to the past on an interactive Johannesburg Make most the of your trip by choosing our and Soweto Freedom tour. ( Day 9) Pieterson Museum in Soweto, the Apartheid bush for an aft ernoon safari drive. (B, L, D) Victoria Falls Experience (Page 22) which follows Museum on seamlessly from the Essence Of South Africa. Guests are responsible for purchasing all fl ights • VIEW the Castle of Good Hope, Boulder's to/from Victoria Falls International Airport Beach penguin colony, Mandela House in (Zimbabwe) required to join this trip. Soweto

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DAY 1 ARRIVE CAPE TOWN (7 NIGHTS) South Africa's ‘Mother City' extends a warm sanibonani welcome. Aft er transferring to your hotel, spend time exploring Cape Town's cosmopolitan surrounds on your own CAPE TOWN EXPLORER before joining your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: The Onyx 8 DAYS 1 COUNTRY 12 MEALS FROM $2395 PP* 2 TABLE MOUNTAIN AND CAPE TOWN CITY TOUR This morning, ascend Table Mountain via aerial cableway to its vast ﬂ at top – a rocky wonderland of rich Cape fynbos and curious dassies (hyraxes). Peer NOWHERE DOES SOUL-STIRRING BETTER THAN CAPE TOWN, FROM THE SLOPES OF TABLE MOUNTAIN TO THE GOLDEN over the sprawling City Bowl and Atlantic Seaboard keeping a keen eye out for the landmarks your Travel VINEYARDS OF THE CAPE WINELANDS, THE ROCKY ATLANTIC SEABOARD TO THE EDGY CITY BOWL. Director will show you during this morning's city tour, including Company Gardens, Bo-Kaap and the Castle of Good Hope. The rest of the day is yours to explore Cape Town at leisure. (B)

3 CAPE PENINSULA TOUR Circumnavigate the Cape Peninsula, from trendy Camps Bay to Cape Point and back. You'll discover why the winding road which hugs the rocky 12 Apostles is regarded as one of the world's most magniﬁ cent coastal roads. Visit rugged Cape Point which rises out of the swirling Atlantic Ocean. Your journey will take you to the south-western edge of the African continent, through playgrounds of the rich and famous and charming coastal towns along the way. (B, D)

4 HERMANUS EXCURSION AND BOUCHARD FINLAYSON VINEYARD VISIT This morning you'll journey to the coastal town of Hermanus, one of the best places in the world to seasonally view southern right whales. ' Connect With Locals' when you meet local business owner Stefan, who will treat you to a delicious ' Be My Guest ' traditional braai (barbecue) featuring delicacies such as boerewors, pap and melktert. Over a glass of his homemade wine he'll share stories of his life in South Africa's whale- watching capital. Our next stop is in the scenic Hemel- en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley where we'll visit Bouchard Finlayson winery and savor some of the estate's best wines. Later today, we return to Cape Town via the spectacular Clarens Drive, a breath- taking coastal route along which we'll stop at Betty's Bay to greet the curious colony of African penguins. (B, BMG, )

SOUTH GUEST AFRICA REVIEW NEW FOR 2020 RATED: NOT YET RATED The signature Hannibal Red from award winning boutique winery, Bouchard Finlayson, vies for your attention amidst the quiet beauty of South Africa's Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) ◄ Stellenbosch ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Valley. It is ﬁ tting indeed that Trafalgar guests CAPE TOWN 7 would visit this special place, also owned by

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◄ Franschhoek ◄ proud of their South African roots. • VISIT Table Mountain, Bo-Kaap, Cape of Good Hope, Hermanus, Robben Island, Franschhoek Cape Peninsula and Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands Betty's Bay Hermanus 5 CAPE TOWN FREE DAY Indulge in a full free day at • VIEW the Castle of Good Hope, the Cape Point leisure in Cape Town. Your Travel Director will arrange lighthouse and Betty's Bay penguin colony return transfers to Camps Bay for you to spend the

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Aft er a leisurely day Cape Town Cape Town Share Cape Town Cape Town Share you may wish to tackle the summit of Lion's Head SA 09 JAN SA 16 JAN 2675 SA 17 JUL SA 24 JUL 2525 2 TABLE MOUNTAIN AND CAPE TOWN CITY TOUR during an Optional Experience that will see you lace SA 30 JAN SA 06 FEB 2675 SA 07 AUG SA 14 AUG 2525 This morning, ascend Table Mountain via aerial up your boots for a moderate to challenging hike, SA 13 FEB SA 20 FEB 2675 SA 28 AUG SA 04 SEP 2525 cableway to its vast fl at top – a rocky wonderland of with spectacular sunset views over the City Bowl and SA 27 FEB SA 06 MAR 2675 rich Cape fynbos and curious dassies (hyraxes). Peer Camps Bay as your well-deserved reward. (B) SA 04 SEP SA 11 SEP 2525 SA 13 MAR SA 20 MAR 2675 SA 11 SEP SA 18 SEP 2525 over the sprawling City Bowl and Atlantic Seaboard SA 27 MAR SA 03 APR 2675 SA 18 SEP SA 25 SEP 2525 keeping a keen eye out for the landmarks your Travel 6 AMY FOUNDATION VISIT AND ROBBEN ISLAND Visit SA 25 SEP SA 02 OCT 2525 Director will show you during this morning's city tour, one of Trafalgar's ' Make A Diff erence ' projects - the SA 10 APR SA 17 APR 2525 SA 24 APR SA 01 MAY 2525 SA 02 OCT SA 09 OCT 2695 including Company Gardens, Bo-Kaap and the Castle Amy Foundation. Learn how the Foundation has SA 09 OCT SA 16 OCT 2695 of Good Hope. The rest of the day is yours to explore supported vulnerable communities over the past 20 SA 08 MAY SA 15 MAY 2525 SA 23 OCT SA 30 OCT 2695 Cape Town at leisure. (B) years by providing a range of youth development SA 22 MAY SA 29 MAY 2395 programmes for over 2,000 children, and see some of SA 06 NOV SA 13 NOV 2695 SA 05 JUN SA 12 JUN 2395 SA 20 NOV SA 27 NOV 2695 3 CAPE PENINSULA TOUR Circumnavigate the Cape these fi rst hand. Later, South Africa's turbulent past SA 19 JUN SA 26 JUN 2525 Peninsula, from trendy Camps Bay to Cape Point and is revealed during an aft ernoon visit to Robben Island SA 04 DEC SA 11 DEC 2695 back. You'll discover why the winding road which where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27-year prison SA 03 JUL SA 10 JUL 2525 q FR 24 DEC FR 31 DEC 3025 hugs the rocky 12 Apostles is regarded as one of term. Your tour with a ' Local Specialist ' will reveal the Single Supplement (add to price above): $1180 PP the world's most magnifi cent coastal roads. Visit island's multi-century history, from its origins as a Exceptions 10 Apr 21 to 25 Sep 21: $1020 PP rugged Cape Point which rises out of the swirling leper colony to its transformation into a military base 2 4 D e c 2 1: $ 1 5 0 0 P P Atlantic Ocean. Your journey will take you to the and fi nally a prison, ironically with one of the world's south-western edge of the African continent, through most iconic views of Table Mountain. (B, ) q Festive Departures: This departure has a special meal arranged on Christmas Day. playgrounds of the rich and famous and charming coastal towns along the way. (B, D) 7 CAPE WINELANDS EXCURSION AND FREE TIME The beautiful Cape Winelands beckon today, with PAY EARLY SAVINGS 4 HERMANUS EXCURSION AND BOUCHARD a visit to the French-inspired town of Franschhoek. FINLAYSON VINEYARD VISIT This morning you'll An orientation tour will reveal why the area has SAVE UP TO $303 PP journey to the coastal town of Hermanus, one of the justifi ably earned its title as one of the most best places in the world to seasonally view southern beautiful wine valleys in the world. Travel to nearby OTHER GREAT SAVINGS right whales. ' Connect With Locals' when you meet Stellenbosch where you'll enjoy a wine tasting and 1.Young Traveler Savings SAVE $260 local business owner Stefan, who will treat you to a picnic style lunch at a picturesque wine estate. The 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO $76 delicious ' Be My Guest ' traditional braai (barbecue) rest of the aft ernoon is yours to explore Cape Town on featuring delicacies such as boerewors, pap and your own until a memorable Farewell Dinner, where a 3. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests melktert. Over a glass of his homemade wine he'll lively evening with African drumming and Cape Malay AFRICA share stories of his life in South Africa's whale- cuisine awaits. (B, L, FD) watching capital. Our next stop is in the scenic Hemel- en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley where we'll visit 8 DEPART CAPE TOWN Our time in South Africa has HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS Bouchard Finlayson winery and savor some of the come to an end. Transfer to Cape Town International Here’s just a sample of the many special estate's best wines. Later today, we return to Cape Airport for your onward fl ight. Or consider extending Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. Town via the spectacular Clarens Drive, a breath- your vacation by booking our Victoria Falls Experience taking coastal route along which we'll stop at Betty's trip. (B) CONNECT WITH LOCALS Bay to greet the curious colony of African penguins. in Hermanus, joining a local (B, BMG, ) business owner for a traditional braai (barbecue) and some of his MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP homemade wine against a cliff top * All prices are per person, double share. backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. ( Day 4) Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers are available on the fi rst and last day of the trip. See Page 40 for further details. MAKE A DIFFERENCE Visit the Amy Foundation to learn about Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share and Triple the valuable work it does to support Rooms are not available on this trip. more than 2,000 children daily. (Day 6) Table Mountain: The Aerial Cableway closes annually for maintenance over a number of weeks, GUEST usually during the months of July and/or August. REVIEW NEW FOR 2020 Departures aff ected by the closure will have an RATED: NOT YET RATED The signature Hannibal Red from award winning alternative inclusion on this itinerary day. boutique winery, Bouchard Finlayson, vies for Trip code: AFCT your attention amidst the quiet beauty of South Africa's Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley. It is fi tting indeed that Trafalgar guests would visit this special place, also owned by WHY NOT EXPLORE FURTHER? Trafalgar's Tollman Family, who are extremely proud of their South African roots. VICTORIA FALLS 3-NIGHT MINI STAY Make most the of your trip by choosing our Victoria Falls Experience (Page 22), which follows on seamlessly from the Cape Town Explorer. Guests Indulge in a full free day at 5 CAPE TOWN FREE DAY are responsible for purchasing all fl ights required leisure in Cape Town. Your Travel Director will arrange to join this trip. return transfers to Camps Bay for you to spend the

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DAY 1 ARRIVE WINDHOEK Your epic encounter with Namibia kicks oﬀ in its capital, Windhoek. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure before meeting your Driver Guide and fellow travelers for a Welcome NAMIBIA ADVENTURE Reception. (WR) Hotel: Windhoek Country Club Resort

2 WINDHOEK – UHLENHORST – KALAHARI DESERT 13 DAYS 1 COUNTRY 23 MEALS FROM $5250 PP* Embrace the freedom of the open road as we venture into the Kalahari Desert – Namibia's boundless, sandy beauty. We'll 'Connect With Locals ' en route, joining third generation Seifart family on their agriculture and livestock farm. Head out on a farm tour, meeting some of the resident cattle, goats and sheep and learn about PEER INTO THE DEPTHS OF AFRICA'S LARGEST CANYON, ADMIRE THE STARK BEAUTY OF SOSSUSVLEI'S ANCIENT BACKDROPS Namibian farm life along the way, before tucking in AND SEE THE SHIMMERING EXPANSE OF THE ETOSHA PAN ON THIS EXPEDITION THROUGH NAMIBIA'S SURREAL LANDSCAPES. to a delicious buﬀ et lunch of homemade specialties during this 'Be My Guest ' experience. (B, BMG, D, ) Hotel: Kalahari Anib Lodge

3 KALAHARI DESERT – KEETMANSHOOP – FISH RIVER CANYON See the iconic forest of Quiver Trees – the towering aloes from which the San people fashion their quivers to this day. Aft er a short stop in Keetmanshoop with free time for lunch, travel to Naute Dam before arriving at your motor-themed lodge to savor a spectacular Namibian sunset. (B, D) Hotel: Canyon Roadhouse

4 FISH RIVER CANYON – AUS Peer over the ancient chasm carved by the Fish River to form Africa's largest canyon. Carved over millennia, the Fish River Canyon's gigantic ravine provides sanctuary to klipspringer, zebra and even wild horses. We continue our journey to the spectacular Aus Mountains where you'll spend the aft ernoon getting close to nature. (B, D) Hotel: Desert Horse Inn

5 AUS – SOLITAIRE REGION (2 NIGHTS) Immerse yourself in the Southern Namib region admiring desert vistas and expansive skies as we conquer the open road. We pay a visit to Baron von Wolf's Duwisib Castle to learn about its history as a gift of love for his American wife. Settle in to the comfort of your lodge and spend the aft ernoon relaxing, before embarking on a nature drive into the desert. (B, D) Hotel: Namib Desert Lodge

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◄ • VISIT Kalahari Desert, Keetmanshoop, 6 SOSSUSVLEI AND DEADVLEI EXCURSION In a country

Quivertree Forest, Fish River Canyon, renowned for its epic landscapes, competition for the ◄ Duwisib Castle, Sossusvlei, Dune 45 & top spot is tough. But it is Sossusvlei and Deadvlei that Deadvlei, Namib Naukluft National Park, rightly deserve this crown and it is where we begin our Keetmanshoop adventure today. Gaze up at the towering Dune 45, then AUS 1 Twyfelfontein ancient Rock Art, the Petriﬁ ed Forest, Etosha National Park meander into the eerie but beautiful photographers' paradise of Deadvlei, to snap iconic photos of dead 1 • VIEW Naute Dam, Sesriem Canyon, the camel thorn trees on a bed of white clay pans, perfectly Moon Landscape valley near Swakopmund FISH RIVER framed by towering sand dunes and clear blue skies. CANYON • SEE the Namib Naukluft Mountains

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AFNA_Namibia Adventure.indd 1 30/03/2020 08:06 YOUR VACATION TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE WINDHOEK Your epic encounter with Namibia Your early morning adventure in Sossusvlei complete, kicks off in its capital, Windhoek. On arrival, transfer travel on to explore the ravine walls of the Sesriem YOUR VACATION PLANNER to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure before meeting Canyon, carved out by the Tsauchab River. (B, D) your Driver Guide and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Windhoek Country Club Resort 7 SOLITAIRE REGION – SWAKOPMUND (2 NIGHTS) A ft e r Price PP Price PP breakfast, we drive to the German-inspired seaside Start End Double Start End Double 2 WINDHOEK – UHLENHORST – KALAHARI DESERT town of Swakopmund with its colonial buildings and Windhoek Windhoek Share Windhoek Windhoek Share Embrace the freedom of the open road as we venture encroaching desert. (B) Hotel: The Delight SA 09 JAN TH 21 JAN 5250 SA 10 JUL TH 22 JUL 5325 into the Kalahari Desert – Namibia's boundless, sandy SA 06 FEB TH 18 FEB 5325 SA 14 AUG TH 26 AUG 5325 beauty. We'll 'Connect With Locals' en route, joining 8 SWAKOPMUND AT LEISURE During your free time third generation Seifart family on their agriculture and perhaps consider joining an Optional Experience SA 13 MAR TH 25 MAR 5325 SA 18 SEP TH 30 SEP 5325 livestock farm. Head out on a farm tour, meeting some catamaran wildlife cruise in Walvis Bay in search of the of the resident cattle, goats and sheep and learn about marine 'Big 5', or spend time independently exploring SA 17 APR TH 29 APR 5325 SA 16 OCT TH 28 OCT 5325 Namibian farm life along the way, before tucking in Swakopmund. (B) SA 22 MAY TH 03 JUN 5250 SA 13 NOV TH 25 NOV 5850 to a delicious buff et lunch of homemade specialties during this 'Be My Guest ' experience. (B, BMG, D, ) 9 SWAKOPMUND – DAMARALAND Follow Namibia's salt SA 12 JUN TH 24 JUN 5325 q WE 15 DEC MO 27 DEC 5850 Hotel: Kalahari Anib Lodge route en route to Damaraland, a place where mysterious Single Supplement (add to price above): $500 PP fl at-topped lava mountains and petrifi ed trees cast Exceptions 13 Nov 21 to 15 Dec 21: $550 PP 3 KALAHARI DESERT – KEETMANSHOOP – FISH RIVER shadows across the terracotta-colored terrain. (B, D) q This departure has a special meal CANYON See the iconic forest of Quiver Trees – the Hotel: Damara Mopane Lodge Festive Departure: arranged on Christmas Day. towering aloes from which the San people fashion their quivers to this day. Aft er a short stop in Keetmanshoop 10 DAMARALAND – TWYFELFONTEIN - ETOSHA NATIONAL with free time for lunch, travel to Naute Dam before PARK AREA (2 NIGHTS) We make an important stop PAY EARLY SAVINGS arriving at your motor-themed lodge to savor a at Twyfelfontein to admire its ancient rock engravings, spectacular Namibian sunset. (B, D) then explore the rocky-red Organ Pipes carved into the SAVE UP TO $585 PP Hotel: Canyon Roadhouse face of the mountain. As we journey north, we visit the Petrifi ed Forest and its unique fossilised tree trunks. OTHER GREAT SAVINGS Meet members of the OvaHimba tribe with whom we'll 4 FISH RIVER CANYON – AUS Peer over the ancient chasm 1.Young Traveler Savings SAVE $540 carved by the Fish River to form Africa's largest canyon. 'Dive Into Culture ' to gain insights into their hunter- 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO $146 Carved over millennia, the Fish River Canyon's gigantic gatherer traditions that have spanned thousands of ravine provides sanctuary to klipspringer, zebra and even years. Your visit will 'Make A Diff erence ' by contributing 3. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests wild horses. We continue our journey to the spectacular to funds used for food and other necessities. Aus Mountains where you'll spend the aft ernoon getting (B, D, , ) Hotel: Etosha Safari Lodge close to nature. (B, D) Hotel: Desert Horse Inn 11 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK FULL DAY SAFARI Explore HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS 5 AUS – SOLITAIRE REGION (2 NIGHTS) Immerse yourself one of the world's great wildlife sanctuaries on a full-day Here’s just a sample of the many special in the Southern Namib region admiring desert vistas safari. Climb aboard your safari vehicle and join your Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. and expansive skies as we conquer the open road. We expert guide as you travel between watering holes,

renowned as the best spots to view the parks' plentiful AFRICA pay a visit to Baron von Wolf's Duwisib Castle to learn CONNECT WITH LOCALS about its history as a gift of love for his American wife. wildlife. Track herds of elephants as the matriarch Meet members of the third generation Settle in to the comfort of your lodge and spend the slowly and purposefully leads them to the nearest Seifart family on their livestock and aft ernoon relaxing, before embarking on a nature drive waterhole, and look out for the big cats seeking refuge agricultural farm, who'll share stories into the desert. (B, D) Hotel: Namib Desert Lodge in the shade from the heat of the day. Aft er a full day of of Namibian farm life over a lunch of wildlife spotting you'll return to your accommodation in home made specialties. (Day 2) time to watch a beautiful sunset and perhaps toast to a DIVE INTO CULTURE successful day on safari. (B, D) Meet members of the OvaHimba tribe, considered the last semi- 12 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK AREA – WINDHOEK We bid nomadic people of Namibia. ( Day 10) farewell to Etosha and travel south back to Windhoek. This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner at one of the city's most famous and lively beer houses to celebrate the MAKE A DIFFERENCE end of a magical journey through Namibia. (B, FD) With your visit to the Otjikandero Hotel: Windhoek Country Club Resort Himba Orphan Village Project in Namibia's Kaokaland, which uses the 13 DEPART WINDHOEK With our journey at its close, we funding received from tours for food and other necessities. ( Day 10) GUEST Blink and you may miss it – the quirky town of say goodbye to our new-found friends and transfer to Solitaire is perhaps best known for its collection of REVIEW Windhoek airport. (B) /5 abandoned cars. The only fuel stop along a long RATED: 3 remote road, this tiny settlement has evolved from a lone gas station to an oasis where travelers can MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP rest and have a sweet treat at the famous bakery. * All prices are per person, double share. ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers are available for guests on the ﬁ rst and last day of the • Kalahari Desert, Keetmanshoop, 6 SOSSUSVLEI AND DEADVLEI EXCURSION In a country VISIT trip. See page 40 for further details. Quivertree Forest, Fish River Canyon, renowned for its epic landscapes, competition for the Please Note: Roads in Namibia are a combination Duwisib Castle, Sossusvlei, Dune 45 & top spot is tough. But it is Sossusvlei and Deadvlei that rightly deserve this crown and it is where we begin our of sealed tar and gravel. This results in some rough Deadvlei, Namib Naukluft National Park, and bumpy journeys over the course of the trip. Twyfelfontein ancient Rock Art, the Petriﬁ ed adventure today. Gaze up at the towering Dune 45, then Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share and Triple Forest, Etosha National Park meander into the eerie but beautiful photographers' paradise of Deadvlei, to snap iconic photos of dead Rooms are not available on this trip. • VIEW Naute Dam, Sesriem Canyon, the camel thorn trees on a bed of white clay pans, perfectly Trip code: AFNA Moon Landscape valley near Swakopmund framed by towering sand dunes and clear blue skies.

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DAY 1 ARRIVE NAIROBI Karibu ! Your Kenyan safari adventure begins in the capital, Nairobi, where you will be met at the airport by a Trafalgar Representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend WONDERS OF KENYA the evening with your fellow explorers and your Driver Guide enjoying a delicious Welcome Reception at the world-famous Carnivore restaurant. (WR) 9 DAYS 1 COUNTRY 23 MEALS FROM $3395 PP* Hotel: Tamarind Tree

2 NAIROBI - ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK Leave the hustle and bustle of Nairobi behind and embark on a 4 x 4 journey north to Aberdare National Park. En route EMBARK ON A JOURNEY TO THE ENCHANTING HOME OF THE AFRICAN SAFARI, FIERY SAVANNAH SUNSETS AND THE you'll 'Connect With Locals ' during a 'Be My Guest' experience in the highlands of central Kenya. Join COLORFULLY CLAD MAASAI – AN EPIC ADVENTURE THROUGH KENYA'S ICONIC WILDERNESS. Elizabeth, a local farmer, for a delicious treat of freshly baked scones and coff ee, made from the beans of her on site coff ee plantation. You'll have an opportunity to visit the plantation and Elizabeth's extensive farm gardens before settling in for a hearty local lunch. Tonight you'll stay in The Ark Lodge, one of Trafalgar's ‘Stays With Storie s', off ering spectacular opportunities to view the resident birdlife and wildlife. (B, L, D, , ) Hotel: The Ark Lodge

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Stay at the ultimate address in Aberdare National Park and if you're lucky, a leopard sighting might interrupt your beauty sleep. The Ark's on site watering hole is monitored 24/7 for signiﬁ cant sightings. Set the buzzer in your room to hear each time there's comings and goings of animals during the night.

3 ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK - SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE (2 NIGHTS) We'll leave the lush greenery of the Kenya highlands region behind as we journey to the contrasting arid landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. As you continue your safari adventure here, you'll hopefully have the chance to tick the 'Samburu SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE Special 5' oﬀ your list as you track such species as the

2 Grevy's Zebra and the Reticulated Giraﬀ e found only A SM LL in the northern Kenya region. Your accommodations KENYA ▼ MAXIMUM 12 GUESTS PER DEPARTURE Trip is operated by six seater tonight is a luxury tented camp on the banks of the

OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY 4 X 4 safari vehicles for better Ewaso Nyiro River. (B, L, D) Hotel: Ashnil Samburu ▼ opportunities to view game in their 1 G R O U P natural surrounds 4 SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE SAFARI GAME MT KENYA DRIVES Made famous in the award-winning book LAKE NAKURU 1 and movie Born Free, Samburu National Reserve 1 ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK GUEST was the home of Elsa, the famous lioness raised by ▼ conservationists George and Joy Adamson. Rise early REVIEW /5 RATED: 4.5 with the birds and embark on a morning game drive through acacia forest and expansive grasslands in search of wildlife. Relax at your camp on your return 1 then head out back out into the savannah on a late NAIROBI aft ernoon game drive.(B, L, D) MAASAI MARA ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS 2 NATIONAL RESERVE • VISIT Aberdare National Park, Samburu 5 SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE - OL PEJETA

▼ National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, CONSERVANCY The plight of Africa's rhinos takes Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara center stage today during a poignant visit to Ol National Game Reserve Pejeta Conservancy. This morning you'll learn about their eﬀ orts to ﬁ ght poaching in East Africa's largest • VIEW Thomson's Falls in Nyahururu black rhino sanctuary and enjoy a quick photo

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AFKS_Wonders of Kenya.indd 1 30/03/2020 08:06 YOUR VACATION TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE NAIROBI Karibu ! Your Kenyan safari stop at the point where the equator slices through adventure begins in the capital, Nairobi, where the conservancy. Next up is a visit to Sweetwaters YOUR VACATION PLANNER you will be met at the airport by a Trafalgar Sanctuary to meet the cheeky resident orphaned Representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend or rescued chimpanzees. Then continue to your the evening with your fellow explorers and your accommodations tonight, keeping a keen eye out this Price PP Price PP Driver Guide enjoying a delicious Welcome Reception evening for thirsty wildlife that come to the fl oodlit on Start End Double Start End Double at the world-famous Carnivore restaurant. (WR) site waterhole to drink aft er a dry day in the African Nairobi Nairobi Share Nairobi Nairobi Share Hotel: Tamarind Tree wilderness. (B, L, D) Hotel: Sweetwaters Serena SU 10 JAN MO 18 JAN 3995 SU 01 AUG MO 09 AUG 4650 Tented Camp SU 24 JAN MO 01 FEB 3995 SU 08 AUG MO 16 AUG 4650 SU 15 AUG MO 23 AUG 4650 2 NAIROBI - ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK Leave the hustle SU 07 FEB MO 15 FEB 3995 SU 22 AUG MO 30 AUG 4650 and bustle of Nairobi behind and embark on a 6 OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY - LAKE NAKURU SU 21 FEB MO 01 MAR 3995 SU 29 AUG MO 06 SEP 4650 4 x 4 journey north to Aberdare National Park. En route NATIONAL PARK Have your camera ready for a photo SU 21 MAR MO 29 MAR 3995 SU 05 SEP MO 13 SEP 4650 you'll 'Connect With Locals ' during a ' Be My Guest' stop at the spectacular Thomson's Falls. Visit the bird SU 12 SEP MO 20 SEP 4650 experience in the highlands of central Kenya. Join watcher's paradise that is Lake Nakuru National Park, SU 18 APR MO 26 APR 3395 SU 19 SEP MO 27 SEP 4650 Elizabeth, a local farmer, for a delicious treat of freshly then join your Driver Guide for an aft ernoon game SU 26 SEP MO 04 OCT 4650 SU 06 JUN MO 14 JUN 3595 baked scones and coff ee, made from the beans of her on drive to spot pink fl amingos lining the lakeshore and SU 13 JUN MO 21 JUN 3595 SU 10 OCT MO 18 OCT 4095 site coff ee plantation. You'll have an opportunity to visit to search for lion and leopard. (B, L, D) Hotel: Lake SU 20 JUN MO 28 JUN 3595 SU 24 OCT MO 01 NOV 4095 the plantation and Elizabeth's extensive farm gardens Nakuru Lodge SU 27 JUN MO 05 JUL 4125 before settling in for a hearty local lunch. Tonight you'll SU 07 NOV MO 15 NOV 3995 SU 04 JUL MO 12 JUL 4650 SU 21 NOV MO 29 NOV 3995 stay in The Ark Lodge, one of Trafalgar's ‘Stays With 7 LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK - MAASAI MARA SU 11 JUL MO 19 JUL 4650 Storie s', off ering spectacular opportunities to view the NATIONAL RESERVE (2 NIGHTS) Your journey SU 18 JUL MO 26 JUL 4650 SU 05 DEC MO 13 DEC 3995 ◆ resident birdlife and wildlife. (B, L, D, , ) continues to the world-renowned Maasai Mara SU 25 JUL MO 02 AUG 4650 q SU 19 DEC MO 27 DEC 4395 Hotel: The Ark Lodge National Reserve, your home for the next two nights. Single Supplement (add to price above): $940 PP During your time here, spend some time at your Exceptions 18 Apr 21 to 20 Jun 21: $550 PP lodge's watering hole where large pods of hippo can 04 Jul 21 to 26 Sep 21 : $1170 PP oft en be seen. (B, L, D) Hotel: Keekorok Lodge q GUEST Festive Departure: This departure has a special meal /5 8 MAASAI MARA FULL DAY SAFARI GAME DRIVE Don arranged on Christmas Day. REVIEW X.X your hat and polish those binoculars for a full day of 7 Please note: The Zanzibar Island Escape Mini Stay is not RATED: safari in Maasai Mara's wilderness. When you're not available in conjunction with this departure. traversing the savannah in search of the Big 5, you'll ' Dive Into Culture' and join a Maasai community in their local village. Watch the colorfully clad warriors PAY EARLY SAVINGS demonstrate their jumping prowess, then tour the SAVE UP TO $465 PP village to gain in-depth insights into their daily life. Stay at the ultimate address in Aberdare National Later, indulge in a bush picnic – the sounds of the Park and if you're lucky, a leopard sighting might OTHER GREAT SAVINGS bush the perfect accompaniment while you keep interrupt your beauty sleep. The Ark's on site 1.Young Traveler Savings SAVE $420 your eyes peeled for the fl ash of resident Bee-eaters,

watering hole is monitored 24/7 for signifi cant AFRICA Rollers and Hoopoes fl itting from tree to tree. 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO $116 sightings. Set the buzzer in your room to hear (B, L, FD, ) 3. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests each time there's comings and goings of animals during the night. 9 MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE - DEPART NAIROBI Your Kenyan safari adventure at its end, you'll return to Nairobi, where a day room has been 3 ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK - SAMBURU NATIONAL reserved at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel for HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS RESERVE (2 NIGHTS) We'll leave the lush greenery of you to use prior to your evening fl ight home. Why Here’s just a sample of the many special the Kenya highlands region behind as we journey to not consider joining our Zanzibar Island Escape Mini Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. the contrasting arid landscapes of Samburu National Stay and fi nishing your time in East Africa in island Reserve. As you continue your safari adventure here, paradise. (B) CONNECT WITH LOCALS you'll hopefully have the chance to tick the 'Samburu Savor the rich aroma of coff ee during Special 5' off your list as you track such species as the an exclusive Be My Guest experience Grevy's Zebra and the Reticulated Giraff e found only with local farmers at a Kenyan coff ee MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP plantation. (Day 2) in the northern Kenya region. Your accommodations tonight is a luxury tented camp on the banks of the * All prices are per person, double share. DIVE INTO CULTURE Ewaso Nyiro River. (B, L, D) Hotel: Ashnil Samburu Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers are Visit a Maasai village for an in-depth available on the fi rst day of the trip. An evening perspective into the daily life of this colorful tribe. ( ) 4 SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE SAFARI GAME departure transfer from your Nairobi airport day Day 8 use hotel to Jomo Kenyatta Airport is available. DRIVES Made famous in the award-winning book STAYS WITH STORIES See page 40 for further details. and movie Born Free, Samburu National Reserve Resembling Noah's Ark, the Ark was the home of Elsa, the famous lioness raised by Flights: Onward fl ights should not be booked to Lodge in Aberdare National Park has conservationists George and Joy Adamson. Rise early depart Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta Airport before four viewing areas for observing the with the birds and embark on a morning game drive 5pm. wildlife which congregate around a fl oodlit waterhole and salt lick. ( ) through acacia forest and expansive grasslands in Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share and post Day 2 search of wildlife. Relax at your camp on your return trip extra nights are not available on this trip. then head out back out into the savannah on a late Please Note: The full duration of this itinerary aft ernoon game drive.(B, L, D) is operated by a 4 X 4 safari vehicle, including all ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS road travel and safari game drives. The trip will travel over a variety of terrains, resulting in some SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE - OL PEJETA • VISIT Aberdare National Park, Samburu 5 rough and bumpy journeys. Guests must travel National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, CONSERVANCY The plight of Africa's rhinos takes with a soft sided bag or medium size suitcases due Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara center stage today during a poignant visit to Ol to limited space in the safari vehicles. Pejeta Conservancy. This morning you'll learn about National Game Reserve Trip code: AFKS their eff orts to fi ght poaching in East Africa's largest • VIEW Thomson's Falls in Nyahururu black rhino sanctuary and enjoy a quick photo

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DAY 1 ARRIVE NAIROBI Kickstart your African safari adventure in Kenya. Meet your Trafalgar Driver Guide and embark on a 4 x 4 journey in your Toyota Landcruiser vehicle to your hotel. Spend the evening AFRICAN SAFARI ADVENTURE with your fellow explorers and enjoying a delicious Welcome Reception at the world-famous Carnivore restaurant. (WR) Hotel: Tamarind Tree 14 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES 39 MEALS FROM $6125 PP* 2 NAIROBI – ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK AREA (2 NIGHTS) This morning ' Connect With Locals' during a ' Be My Guest ' Experience at Shangilia Children's Home, a center for street and orphaned EXPLORE THE WILDERNESS OF KENYA AND TANZANIA, CROSSING THE LANDSCAPES WHERE THOUSANDS OF WILDEBEEST children in Nairobi. A highlight of your visit will be the opportunity to watch Shangilia's older children MAKE THEIR BRAVE PILGRIMAGE. NAVIGATE LAKES IN SEARCH OF RESTING HIPPO AND SAVOR THE SPICY FLAVORS OF go about their daily music, acrobatics and dance SWAHILI CUISINE – ALL ON THIS EAST AFRICAN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME. practice. Your visit will also ' Make A Diﬀ erence' to the home's eﬀ orts to transform the lives of these vulnerable children. Aft er lunch, you'll make tracks north to the Aberdare Highlands. For the next two nights, this wildlife sanctuary will be your home – as it is for large herds of zebra, warthog and impala which you'll oft en spot grazing nearby. (B, BMG, D, , ) Hotel: Aberdare Country Club

3 SOLIO GAME RESERVE EXCURSION AND FREE TIME Embark on a half-day game drive exploration of Solio Game Reserve, a privately-owned wildlife conservancy recognised internationally as the most successful rhino breeding reserve in Kenya. The reserve remains a fairly well-kept secret on the safari circuit and special safari moments will be shared with the resident wildlife, with few other vehicles in sight. This is your opportunity to spot large numbers of rhino and other wildlife, such as buﬀ alo, zebra, giraﬀ e, leopard and lion. You'll have an aft ernoon at leisure which you could choose to spend strolling around the beautifully landscaped grounds of your accommodations or on an optional nature walk within its sanctuary. (B, L, D)

4 ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK AREA – LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK Keep your camera ready for a photo stop at the spectacular Thomson's Falls. Connect with the soul of Africa's Great Rift Valley as you journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned as a bird watcher's paradise with more than 400 species recorded here. Lake Nakuru National Park's secrets are revealed by your expert Driver Guide who will help you spot some of these this aft ernoon, along with searching for lion and leopard. (B, L, D) MAL Hotel: Lake Nakuru Lodge KENYA S L MAXIMUM 12 GUESTS PER DEPARTURE LAKE Trip is operated by six seater NAKURU 4 X 4 safari vehicles for better 5 LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK – LAKE NAIVASHA opportunities to view game in Rise with the birds and join your Driver Guide at 1 G R O U P their natural surrounds. sunrise on the lake shore to spot pink ﬂ amingos, LAKE 2 ABERDARE NATIONAL NAIVASHA 1 PARK AREA pelicans and several other species of water birds. LAKE Look out for rhino, zebra and buﬀ alo which may be 1 NAIROBI VICTORIA ◄ 1 2 GUEST grazing nearby. As you continue with your 4 x 4 game

◄ drive, you'll navigate more of Lake Nakuru National MAASAI MARA REVIEW /5 NATIONAL RESERVE Park's landscapes. Journey to Lake Naivasha for SERENGETI 2 RATED: 3.4 NATIONAL PARK lunch and enjoy a boat ride in search of the resident

NGORONGORO ◄ CRATER hippo. Next up, head over to Crescent Island and 1 join a ' Local Specialist ' to walk among wildlife such KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL as zebra, impala and giraﬀ e. (B, L, D) Hotel: Lake LAKE MANYARA 1 AIRPORT ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Naivasha Country Club 1 • VISIT Solio Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara 6 LAKE NAIVASHA – MAASAI MARA (2 NIGHTS) National Game Reserve, Lake Victoria, Venture across the Great Rift Valley to the savannah Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro wilderness of Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve, Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and whose promise of some of the best game viewing Tarangire National Park in the world attracts safari enthusiasts the world TANZANIA over. Your home for the next two nights is in the • VIEW Thomson's Falls in Nyahururu heart of the National Reserve, ensuring you'll have

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AFKT_African Safari Adventure.indd 1 31/03/2020 09:24 YOUR VACATION TRAVEL REGIONAL STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE NAIROBI Kickstart your African safari the opportunity to see wildlife from the moment adventure in Kenya. Meet your Trafalgar Driver you head out on your safari game drives. (B, L, D) YOUR VACATION PLANNER Guide and embark on a 4 x 4 journey in your Toyota Hotel: Keekorok Lodge Landcruiser vehicle to your hotel. Spend the evening with your fellow explorers and enjoying a delicious Price PP Price PP Welcome Reception at the world-famous Carnivore End End Start Kiliman- Double Start Kiliman- Double restaurant. (WR) Hotel: Tamarind Tree Nairobi jaro Share Nairobi jaro Share q◆ SA 19 DEC FR 01 JAN 7575 SA 17 JUL FR 30 JUL 8395 2 NAIROBI – ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK AREA 2021 SA 24 JUL FR 06 AUG 8395 (2 NIGHTS) This morning ' Connect With Locals' SA 16 JAN FR 29 JAN 7725 SA 31 JUL FR 13 AUG 8395 Be My Guest during a ' ' Experience at Shangilia SA 06 FEB FR 19 FEB 7725 SA 07 AUG FR 20 AUG 8395 Children's Home, a center for street and orphaned SA 14 AUG FR 27 AUG 8395 children in Nairobi. A highlight of your visit will be SA 06 MAR FR 19 MAR 7450 SA 21 AUG FR 03 SEP 8395 the opportunity to watch Shangilia's older children SA 10 APR FR 23 APR 6125 SA 04 SEP FR 17 SEP 8395 go about their daily music, acrobatics and dance SA 11 SEP FR 24 SEP 8395 Watch the bubbles appear on the surface of practice. Your visit will also ' Make A Diff erence' to SA 08 MAY FR 21 MAY 6125 SA 18 SEP FR 01 OCT 8395 the home's eff orts to transform the lives of these Hippo Pool. This is a sign to get your cameras SA 05 JUN FR 18 JUN 7450 SA 02 OCT FR 15 OCT 7775 vulnerable children. Aft er lunch, you'll make tracks ready as the resident hippos emerge for a quick breath and to peer above their watery sanctuary SA 12 JUN FR 25 JUN 7450 SA 16 OCT FR 29 OCT 7775 north to the Aberdare Highlands. For the next SA 19 JUN FR 02 JUL 7450 two nights, this wildlife sanctuary will be your for just a few moments and just enough time for SA 26 JUN FR 09 JUL 7875 SA 06 NOV FR 19 NOV 7275 you to capture their curious bulbous features. home – as it is for large herds of zebra, warthog ◆ Your lodge off ers this very special experience just SA 03 JUL FR 16 JUL 8395 SA 11 DEC FR 24 DEC 7275 and impala which you'll oft en spot grazing nearby. SA 10 JUL FR 23 JUL 8395 q◆ FR 17 DEC TH 30 DEC 8095 a short stroll from your room. (B, BMG, D, , ) Hotel: Aberdare Country Club Single Supplement (add to price above): $1530 PP Exceptions 19 Dec 20 to 06 Mar 21: $1380 PP 3 SOLIO GAME RESERVE EXCURSION AND FREE 10 Apr 21 to 08 May 21 : $780 PP TIME Embark on a half-day game drive exploration 7 MAASAI MARA FULL DAY SAFARI Get close to 05 Jun 21 to 19 Jun 21 : $1180 PP of Solio Game Reserve, a privately-owned wildlife the wildlife that fi nd sanctuary in Maasai Mara's q These departures have a special wilderness, on a full-day safari to seek out the Big 5. Christmas Departure: conservancy recognised internationally as the most meal arranged on Christmas Day. successful rhino breeding reserve in Kenya. The ' Dive Into Culture ' during a visit to a Maasai village, 7 Please note: The Zanzibar Island Escape Mini Stay is not reserve remains a fairly well-kept secret on the safari where you'll watch the warriors display their jumping available in conjunction with these departures. circuit and special safari moments will be shared prowess, then tour the village to gain in-depth with the resident wildlife, with few other vehicles in insights into the daily life of this colorfully clad tribe. sight. This is your opportunity to spot large numbers Later, indulge in a bush picnic – the sounds of the PAY EARLY SAVINGS bush the perfect accompaniment while you keep of rhino and other wildlife, such as buff alo, zebra, SAVE UP TO $840 PP giraff e, leopard and lion. You'll have an aft ernoon at your eyes peeled for the fl ash of resident Bee-eaters, leisure which you could choose to spend strolling Rollers and Hoopoes fl itting from tree to tree, before around the beautifully landscaped grounds of your continuing your game drive in one of the worlds' OTHER GREAT SAVINGS accommodations or on an optional nature walk most famous safari destinations. (B, L, D, ) 1.Young Traveler Savings SAVE $780 AFRICA within its sanctuary. (B, L, D) 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO $210 8 MAASAI MARA – LAKE VICTORIA Bid Kenya a fond 3. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests 4 ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK AREA – LAKE NAKURU kwaheri (goodbye) along with your Kenyan Driver NATIONAL PARK Keep your camera ready for a photo Guide as you arrive this morning at the Kenya/ stop at the spectacular Thomson's Falls. Connect Tanzania border crossing. Aft er immigration with the soul of Africa's Great Rift Valley as you formalities, your Tanzania Driver Guide is waiting journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned to welcome you for the second part of your trip. HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS as a bird watcher's paradise with more than 400 Board your Tanzania 4 x 4 vehicle and travel on Here’s just a sample of the many special species recorded here. Lake Nakuru National Park's to Africa's largest lake, Lake Victoria, where your Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. secrets are revealed by your expert Driver Guide accommodations is located on the shoreline. Make who will help you spot some of these this aft ernoon, sure you take the short stroll down to the waters' CONNECT WITH LOCALS along with searching for lion and leopard. (B, L, D) edge tonight to see the spectacle of a beautiful Meet the children cared for by Shangilia Hotel: Lake Nakuru Lodge sunset over the lake. (B, L, D) Hotel: Serenity on Children's Home, who will capture the Lake your heart through music, dance and 5 LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK – LAKE NAIVASHA acrobatics. Enjoy lunch at the Home and learn about their work. ( ) Rise with the birds and join your Driver Guide at 9 LAKE VICTORIA – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK Day 2 sunrise on the lake shore to spot pink fl amingos, (2 NIGHTS) Another soul-stirring day in Africa sees DIVE INTO CULTURE pelicans and several other species of water birds. you head to the UNESCO-listed Serengeti National Visit a Maasai village for an in-depth Look out for rhino, zebra and buff alo which may be Park. The endless and vast plains of the Serengeti perspective into the daily life of this GUEST grazing nearby. As you continue with your 4 x 4 game provide an exquisite backdrop for a 4 x 4 safari game colorful tribe. ( Day 7) drive, you'll navigate more of Lake Nakuru National drive. Keep your eyes on the bush and follow the REVIEW /5 Meet the farming community of Mto RATED: 3.4 Park's landscapes. Journey to Lake Naivasha for tracks of lion, leopard and cheetah – sometimes Wa Umbu to learn about their way of lunch and enjoy a boat ride in search of the resident diff icult to spot because they love to laze beneath life and enjoy Swahili cuisine ( Day 12) hippo. Next up, head over to Crescent Island and the shade of trees and in between the tall grass. Aft er join a ' Local Specialist ' to walk among wildlife such lunch at your accommodations, you'll have a second ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS as zebra, impala and giraff e. (B, L, D) Hotel: Lake opportunity to discover the many secrets of this MAKE A DIFFERENCE Naivasha Country Club spectacular National Park. (B, L, D) Hotel: Serengeti Help the orphaned and abandoned • VISIT Solio Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge children who fi nd sanctuary in Kenya's Shangilia Children's Home. National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara 6 LAKE NAIVASHA – MAASAI MARA (2 NIGHTS) Your visit will help support the National Game Reserve, Lake Victoria, Venture across the Great Rift Valley to the savannah 10 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK FULL DAY SAFARI home's eff orts to transform the lives wilderness of Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve, GAME DRIVE The Serengeti's reputation for wildlife Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro of these children. (Day 2) Crater, Lake Manyara National Park and whose promise of some of the best game viewing viewing is second to none. This is the home of the Tarangire National Park in the world attracts safari enthusiasts the world greatest annual wildlife spectacle on earth – the over. Your home for the next two nights is in the Great Migration. Embark on your full-day game • VIEW Thomson's Falls in Nyahururu heart of the National Reserve, ensuring you'll have

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DAY drive with your Driver Guide who will tell the story of 13 LAKE MANYARA – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK We how over a million wildebeest cross the Mara River journey to Tarangire National Park and on this fi nal MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP annually in search of green pastures. Keep your eyes game drive of the trip, we've left one the best until * All prices are per person, double share. peeled for fl ashes of wildlife across the plains dotted last. You'll encounter a natural landscape so entirely with shady Acacia trees. You'll gain a true sense of the diff erent from anything you've seen so far in Tanzania. Airport Transfers: Complimentary vastness of this national park and the diversity of its Giant baobabs, fl at-topped acacias and termite transfers are available on the fi rst day of the trip. On the last day of the trip we will off er ecosystems and landscapes along the way. (B, L, D) mounds dot the unusual landscape. Tarangire is two airport transfers. One will be to Arusha renowned as one of the best places to view elephants airport for any guests joining our Zanzibar 11 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK – NGORONGORO and your Driver Guide will scout for the vast herds that Island Escape arriving around 1.00pm, and CRATER Leaving the Serengeti behind this morning, roam these plains. Tonight, as the sky radiates red, we will then continue on to Kilimanjaro we'll journey to the neighbouring UNESCO-listed yellow and orange, enjoy a bush sundowner and take International Airport, arriving around 2pm. Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descending hundreds some time to contemplate the incredible sights you've See page 40 for details. of meters down to the fl oor of the vast Ngorongoro encountered during your East Africa adventure. Flights: Onward fl ights from Kilimanjaro Crater, you'll have an opportunity to explore its forests (B, L, FD) Hotel: Tarangire Sopa Lodge Airport should not be scheduled before and grass plains in search of elephant, lion, zebra and 4.00pm. wildebeest, among other species. Enjoy a picnic lunch 14 TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – ARUSHA – DEPART Please Note: The full duration of this in the crater before beginning your climb back to the KILIMANJARO Travel to Arusha this morning. The rich itinerary is operated by a 4 X 4 safari crater rim. Your overnight accommodations is nestled aroma of local coff ee lingers in the air as you savor vehicle, including all road travel and safari within lush green farmlands off ering spectacular lunch at one of Tanzania's largest coff ee plantations. game drives. The trip will travel over a variety of terrains, resulting in some panoramic views. (B, L, D) Hotel: Acacia Farm Lodge Then it's time to say a sad farewell to your new rough and bumpy journeys. Guests must friends and Driver Guide, as you take your transfer to travel with a soft sided bag or medium size 12 NGORONGORO CRATER – LAKE MANYARA A short Kilimanjaro Airport for your outbound fl ight. (Should suitcases due to limited space in the safari drive this morning brings us to the village of Mto wa you have a late evening fl ight departure, you may v e h i c l e s . wish to consider booking a day use room at the KIA Umbu. Rub shoulders with the locals as you ' Dive Into Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share is Culture ' and embark on a walking tour to soak up the Lodge airport hotel). Alternatively fi nish your East not available on this trip. community spirit. Stroll through farmlands, past the African adventure in tropical island paradise with our Trip code: A F K T local school and market, learning all about village life Zanzibar Island Escape Mini Stay. (B, L) along the way. There's time to catch a glimpse of how the tasty local banana beer is made and a chance to sample some yourself, before heading for lunch. The local ladies have been cooking up a storm of traditional dishes and will gladly explain how each one is made. Later, enjoy an aft ernoon game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. (B, L, D, ) Hotel: Lake Manyara Safari Camp

TRAFALGAR TIP Take a sip of local culture when you sample the traditional Kenyan drink ‘Muratina’. This popular local beverage, made from the fruit of the sausage tree, surfaces during special occasions and is served up in an ‘African cup’, a hollowed cow horn. But be careful! Its soft drink like taste masks the alcohol it contains, and it can be fairly intoxicating. Dedan Kingori, Kenya Driver Guide

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DAY Price PP A mystical medley of European, (all equipment is provided). Feast on a traditional Departures Double Single 1 ARRIVE ZANZIBAR AFRICA on or between Share Supp African, Arab, Indian and Swahili infl uences makes Zanzibar seafood lunch before returning to the shore 18 JAN to 19 FEB 1095 230 Zanzibar an intriguing tropical getaway and the relaxed and revived. (B, D) 01 MAR to 29 MAR 1025 230 perfect retreat aft er an epic wildlife experience in 23 APR to 21 MAY 825 0 East Africa. Switch off safari mode and switch on 4 DEPART ZANZIBAR A leisurely start to the day will 14 JUN to 19 JUL 995 230 23 JUL to 27 AUG 1125 230 island time as you're transferred to your hotel. (D) see you enjoy a few precious hours soaking up fi nal 30 AUG to 13 DEC 1025 230 Hotel: Blue Bay Beach Resort fond memories of Zanzibar. Then it's time to bid farewell to the Spice Island and transfer to Zanzibar The Zanzibar Island Escape can only be booked in 2 STONE TOWN AND SPICE TOUR What better way Airport for your return journey home. (B) conjunction with our African Safari Adventure or to connect with your multi-cultural surrounds than Wonders of Kenya trips. On the same day these trips fi nish you will be transferred to either Arusha or Nairobi embarking on a walking tour of UNESCO-listed Stone Jomo Kenyatta airport for your short fl ight over to Town with a ' Local Specialist '? Peel back the layers MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Zanzibar (fl ight not included, purchase separately). of Zanzibar's colorful history as you wander through All prices above are supplementary and must be added winding alleyways and admire the intricately carved * All prices are per person, double share. to the pricing of your chosen departure of African Safari doors distinctive of this Swahili coastal trading town. Flights: Trafalgar does NOT include the required Adventure (Page 32) or Wonders of Kenya (Page 30). Visit the former slave market, the House of Wonders, return fl ights over to Zanzibar island. Monday departures should be booked by guests joining the Sultan's Palace Museum and the Old Arab Fort, Guests joining from the Wonders of Kenya trip are from the Wonders of Kenya trip. unearthing the soul-stirring history of this former required to book Precision Air fl ight PW712 evening Friday departures should be booked by guests joining from the African Safari Adventure trip. trading hub. Later, discover Zanzibar's reputation as departure from Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta airport. the 'Spice Island', embarking on a ' Dive Into Culture' Guests joining from the African Safari Adventure visit to a shamba (spice farm) with a local guide. trip are required to book Precision Air fl ight PW427 HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS Taste and smell the spices, herbs and fruits and learn aft ernoon departure from Arusha. how they've been cultivated and used for centuries. Day 4 fl ights can be booked to depart Zanzibar at Here’s just a sample of the many special (B, D, ) any time. Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share, Triple 3 ZANZIBAR FREE DAY Kick off your shoes and let the Rooms and Pre and Post nights are not available DIVE INTO CULTURE Taste and smell the spices, herbs and warm sand sink between your toes on Zanzibar's on this trip. fruits that helped Zanzibar earn it's exquisite beaches. Wade into the clear, warm KTZE/KSZE Trip code: title of 'The Spice Island' (Day 2). turquoise waters and immerse yourself in the latest bestseller under swaying palm trees. Make the most of your day in paradise and join an Optional Experience full-day cruise aboard a traditional dhow boat. Set sail from a small fi shing village, keeping ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS your eyes peeled for glimpses of the tropical fi sh beneath the water's surface. You'll pause on a • VISIT Stone Town and a spice farm sandbank where you can cool off in the ocean, and swim or snorkel to see the colorful marine life GET INSPIRED

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Connect With Locals Stays With Stories Dive Into Culture Make A Diﬀerence WR Welcome Reception L Lunch RD Regional Dinner BMG Be My Guest B Breakfast D Dinner FD Farewell Dinner EGYPTIAN ITINERARIES 9 DAYS 16 MEALS FROM $2725 PP*

DAY 1 ARRIVE CAIRO Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo Airport, transfer to your hotel FOLLOW THE FOOTPRINTS OF THE ANCIENTS AND EXPLORE THE LUSH RIVER VALLEYS AND ENDLESS DESERT LANDSCAPES and relax aft er your journey. Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis

OF EGYPT ON THREE TRIPS INCLUDING A NILE CRUISE. 2 CAIRO – LUXOR – NILE CRUISE (4 NIGHTS) Fly to Luxor this morning and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship for dinner. (B, L, D) Hotel: Nile Cruise

3 NILE CRUISE: LUXOR – EDFU Journey to the ﬁ nal resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. ‘Connect With Locals’ as you enjoy a traditional ‘Be My Guest’ refreshment of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor’s West Bank. (B, BMG, L, D, )

4 NILE CRUISE: EDFU – KOM-OMBO Sail upstream GUEST to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Tour the Temple of Kom-Ombo. REVIEW /5 RATED: 4.6 Donning our galabeas, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on board this evening. (B, L, D)

5 NILE CRUISE: KOM-OMBO – ASWAN Set sail on a MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On Travel to Egypt oft en requires an overnight arrival, explore the Aswan Dam built to curb the periodic fl ight. Please arrange fl ights to arrive on or fl ooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, before Day 1. followed by a visit to the Unfi nished Obelisk. As the * All prices are per person, double share. dipping sun sets the sky on fi re, admire the silhouette of Room Type: Triple rooms are not available feluccas plying the river’s waters. (B, L, D) on these trips. 6 DISEMBARK – ASWAN – CAIRO (3 NIGHTS) Enjoy a day Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers at leisure or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the will be provided for guests who have Sun Temple of Abu Simbel before fl ying back to Cairo this provided Trafalgar with their fl ight details aft ernoon.(B) Hotel: Ramses Hilton and are staying in a Cairo hotel booked by Trafalgar. 7 CAIRO SIGHTSEEING Embark on a sightseeing tour through the cacophony of Cairo’s busy streets. Visit Internal Airfares: Trip prices include internal the Hanging Church of St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan airfares and are accurate as of February Mosque in Old Cairo and see the ancient Citadel, 2020. For up-to-date pricing, please visit the Alabaster Mosque and Tutankhamun’s priceless trafalgar.com. treasures at the Egyptian Museum. (B) Important Visa Information: Visas are required for this trip. Please check with your 8 CAIRO – PYRAMID EXCURSION The Great Pyramids Travel Agent when making your reservation of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to to assess your requirements. embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Sakkara Nile Cruise: All three itineraries include a cruise along the legendary River Nile and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Enjoy some free time on board the most luxurious of ships: MS this evening or consider joining a Nile dinner cruise. (B) Miriam, Ms Medea or MS Sapphire (or similar 9 DEPART CAIRO Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell cruise ship). to newfound friends and transfer to the airport. (B) Please Note: Cruise itineraries on the Nile may vary occasionally according to seasonal circumstances. Visits to sights and highlights Trip code: EGBO will not be aff ected. Departures operate every Wednesday between Abu Simbel Optional Experience is available on all 31 March and 13 October 2021. of these itineraries. All departures are subject to change in price. Prices and discounts will be confi rmed in September 2020. Visit trafalgar.com for full itinerary information, dates and prices.

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9 DAYS 16 MEALS FROM $2725 PP* 9 DAYS 15 MEALS FROM $2775 PP* 12 DAYS 25 MEALS FROM $3295 PP*

DAY DAY DAY 1 ARRIVE CAIRO Embark on an expedition to the land of the 1 ARRIVE CAIRO (2 NIGHTS) Your encounter with 1 ARRIVE CAIRO (2 NIGHTS) Delve into the antiquities Pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo Airport, transfer to your hotel Egypt’s ancient past begins in its capital, Cairo. On of Egypt on this epic journey which begins in Cairo. and relax aft er your journey. Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis arrival, transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Hotel: Le Méridien Hotel: Ramses Hilton Pyramids 2 CAIRO – LUXOR – NILE CRUISE (4 NIGHTS) Fly to Luxor this morning and connect with the remnants of ancient 2 CAIRO SIGHTSEEING Enjoy a guided tour of the 2 CAIRO – PYRAMIDS EXCURSION During a full-day Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhamun’s excursion see the Colossus of Ramses II and the Alabaster imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship priceless treasures. View one of the seven wonders of the Sphinx at Memphis. Visit the Step Pyramid at Sakkara in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before ancient world − the Great Pyramids at Giza, including the and marvel at the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx. returning to your cruise ship for dinner. (B, L, D) Pyramid of Cheops and the Sphinx. (B) At night, watch as the walls of these feats of man are lit Hotel: Nile Cruise up in a sound and light show. (B) 3 CAIRO – ASWAN – NILE CRUISE (3 NIGHTS) We fl y to 3 NILE CRUISE: LUXOR – EDFU Journey to the fi nal Aswan this morning, where we’ll have an opportunity 3 CAIRO – NILE CRUISE: LUXOR (7 NIGHTS) Fly to Luxor resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself to visit the High Dam before traveling by motorboat to where we will enjoy a guided tour of the Karnak Temple in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae. Then board a complex. Then explore Luxor Museum and marvel at the Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the felucca and sail to the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Great Temple before we board our cruise ship. (B, L, D) Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Island and see the Aga Khan Mausoleum. (B, L, D) Hotel: Nile Cruise ‘Connect With Locals’ as you enjoy a traditional ‘Be My Hotel: Nile Cruise This morning explore Guest’ refreshment of freshly baked bread with honey 4 NILE CRUISE: DENDERA – LUXOR This morning relax on your Nile the beautifully preserved Dendera Temple, dedicated to and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is 4 NILE CRUISE: KOM-OMBO cruise or consider joining an Optional Experience. This the Goddess Hathor, then travel back to Luxor. (B, L, D) Luxor’s West Bank. (B, BMG, L, D, ) aft ernoon, we’ll visit the Temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated 5 NILE CRUISE: ASWAN Sail on today to Aswan, arriving in 4 NILE CRUISE: EDFU – KOM-OMBO Sail upstream to two gods, before returning to our boat for an evening time for dinner. (B, L, D) to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a celebration of Egypt’s culture and cuisine. (B, L, D) thousand years ago. Tour the Temple of Kom-Ombo. 6 NILE CRUISE: ASWAN - PHILAE Continue today to the 5 NILE CRUISE: LUXOR Set sail early for Luxor on the Donning our galabeas, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae, then view the banks of the Nile. Here you’ll have time to visit the dinner on board this evening. (B, L, D) Unfi nished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid Luxor Museum and see an astounding collection bedrock, and visit the High Dam in Aswan. (B, L, D) 5 NILE CRUISE: KOM-OMBO – ASWAN Set sail on a of archaeological treasures, including items from traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage Tutankhamun’s tomb. (B, L, D) 7 NILE CRUISE: ASWAN This morning, consider joining around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On a once in a lifetime Optional Experience to Abu 6 DISEMBARK – LUXOR – CAIRO Visit Luxor’s ancient Great arrival, explore the Aswan Dam built to curb the periodic Simbel. This aft ernoon, sail in a felucca around the Temple today before Ancient Thebes takes center stage fl ooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. AFRICA as you explore its iconic Valley of the Kings and ‘Connect (B, L, D) followed by a visit to the Unfi nished Obelisk. As the With Locals’ as you enjoy a traditional ‘Be My Guest’ dipping sun sets the sky on fi re, admire the silhouette of 8 NILE CRUISE: ASWAN – KOM-OMBO Spend the morning refreshment of freshly baked bread with honey and mint feluccas plying the river’s waters. (B, L, D) relaxing aboard your cruise ship. Later, we’ll visit the tea before exploring the archaeological paradise that roofl ess Temple of Kom-Ombo. (B, L, D) 6 DISEMBARK – ASWAN – CAIRO (3 NIGHTS) Enjoy a day is Luxor’s West Bank. Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon, at leisure or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the the Karnak Temple Complex and Queen Hatshepsut’s 9 NILE CRUISE TO LUXOR Watch how the river gives life Sun Temple of Abu Simbel before fl ying back to Cairo this Temple before your fl ight to Cairo. to an arid landscape and the people who live within it as aft ernoon.(B) Hotel: Ramses Hilton (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Ramses Hilton you sail down the Nile to Luxor. (B, L, D)

7 CAIRO SIGHTSEEING Embark on a sightseeing tour 7 CAIRO – ALEXANDRIA Journey to the port city of 10 DISEMBARK LUXOR – CAIRO (2 NIGHTS) Disembark in through the cacophony of Cairo’s busy streets. Visit Alexandria, stopping at the Coptic Monasteries at Wadi Luxor and ‘Connect With Locals’ as you enjoy a traditional the Hanging Church of St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan el Natrun (if open). Dinner this evening is at a local ‘Be My Guest’ refreshment of freshly baked bread with Mosque in Old Cairo and see the ancient Citadel, restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: Helnan Palestine honey and mint tea. Explore the West Bank complex the Alabaster Mosque and Tutankhamun’s priceless of mortuary temples and tombs, including Queen 8 ALEXANDRIA SIGHTSEEING – CAIRO Delve into the treasures at the Egyptian Museum. (B) Hatshepsut’s Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and the treasures of Alexander the Great’s once-prosperous Valley of the Kings. Then ﬂ y to Cairo. 8 CAIRO – PYRAMID EXCURSION The Great Pyramids Mediterranean city. Tour the Roman Amphitheater and (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Ramses Hilton of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to Pompey’s Pillar at the ancient acropolis. Visit the Kom El embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – Shoqafa Catacomb and the National Museum, then drive 11 CAIRO SIGHTSEEING Visit the Hanging Church of the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Sakkara back to Cairo. (B) Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan Mosque in Old Cairo and and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Enjoy some free time see the ancient Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque and the 9 DEPART CAIRO We say a fond farewell to Egypt and this evening or consider joining a Nile dinner cruise. (B) Egyptian Museum. (B) transfer to the airport at the end of our journey. (B) 9 DEPART CAIRO Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell 12 DEPART CAIRO Our expedition at its end, take a transfer to newfound friends and transfer to the airport. (B) Trip code: EGVO to the airport for your onward journey. (B) Departures operate every Saturday between Trip code: EGBO 3 April and 9 October 2021. Trip code: EGWE Departures operate every Wednesday between Departures operate every Tuesday between 30 March 31 March and 13 October 2021. and 12 October 2021.

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DAY 1 ARRIVE CASABLANCA Delve into the intrigue and romance of Casablanca immortalized by Hollywood before meeting your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Grand BEST OF MOROCCO Mogador City Center

2 CASABLANCA – RABAT – MEKNÈS – FES (2 NIGHTS) 10 DAYS 1 COUNTRY 16 MEALS FROM $2325 PP* We continue along the coast to the capital, Rabat, where we'll embark on an orientation tour of the city including views of the grand 17th -century Palace and Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Traveling to the imperial city of Meknès, we'll see the grand gate of Bab el- BEHOLD THE CACOPHONY OF BAZAARS AND THE SHIMMERING SAHARA WHEN YOU JOURNEY TO MOROCCO'S CHARMING Mansour adorned by green and white zeillij tiles. We arrive in Fes later today and spend the rest of the day CITIES OF CASABLANCA, FES AND MARRAKESH, INCLUDING VISITS TO THE LIFE-GIVING OASIS OF TINGHIR, TODRA GORGE at leisure. (B) Hotel: Marriott Jnan Palace AND OUARZAZATE. 3 FES SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join a 'Local Specialist' today to explore the Medina, one of the largest thriving medieval centers in the world. See the Royal Palace and 'Dive Into Culture' during a visit to the round dye-pits and tanneries revealing Morocco's ancient leather craft . Spend the rest of the day shopping or relaxing in a lantern-lit courtyard away from the Medina crowds. Join your companions this evening for a special opportunity to 'Connect With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' dinner experience, featuring Moroccan specialties served with wine in a traditional Riad . (B, BMG, , )

4 FES – MIDELT – ERFOUD We follow the old caravan trail south, stopping for a lunch in Midelt. Continuing along the palm-fringed Ziz Valley and past the Taﬁ lalt oasis, we arrive in the oasis town of Erfoud, regarded as the 'Gateway to the Sahara'. (B, L, D) Hotel: Kasbah Xaluca

5 ERFOUD – TINGHIR – DADES VALLEY Journeying west, we arrive in Tinghir, one of the most beautiful oases in southern Morocco. We continue through part of the Todra Gorge and cut through the mountains for one of the most dramatic views in the country. Enjoy a memorable lunch, then follow the 'Route of a Thousand Kasbahs' to the ﬂ ourishing Dades Valley. Here we will overnight at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' , Xaluca Dades, surrounded by panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains. (B, L, D, ) Hotel: Xaluca Dades

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◄ 2 a backdrop for such famous movies as 'Lawrence of CASABLANCA Meknes Arabia', 'Cleopatra' and 'Gladiator'. Spend some time 1 1 exploring the sights during your orientation tour. See

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Midelt RATED: 4.3 the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass to Marrakesh - the 'Red City'. ◄ Marrakesh is home to Morocco's largest traditional MOROCCO souk (market) where you may wish to spend some time learning the art of haggling. (B) Hotel: Le ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Méridien N’Fis MARRAKESH Tinghir • SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local 2 7 MARRAKESH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Visit the 1 1 Specialist in Fes and Marrakesh ornate Bahia Palace during city orientation with your 1 ESSAOUIRA ERFOUD 'Local Specialist' and spend some time soaking up the Aït Ben Haddou ◄ • ORIENTATION of Rabat, Meknès, Erfoud, DADES energy of Djemaa el Fna Square in the Old Quarter with Ouarzazate VALLEY Ouarzazate, Essaouira and Casablanca its palm readers, acrobats and snake-charmers. (B) • VISIT Midelt, Taﬁ lalt Oasis and Bahia Palace 8 MARRAKESH – ESSAOUIRA We travel to the laid-back shores of Essaouira this morning. Stopping en route, • VIEW the Royal Palace in Rabat, the Ziz we 'Dive Into Culture' to visit a cooperative involved Valley near Tinghir, the Todra Gorge, Aït in creating cosmetics from traditional ingredients. Ben Haddou and the Hassan II Mosque in Consider a delicious seafood lunch and enjoy some C a s a b l a n c a free time before joining a city tour of the UNESCO-

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MORB_Best of Morocco.indd 1 30/03/2020 08:06 YOUR VACATION TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE CASABLANCA Delve into the intrigue and listed Medina, the walled Jewish Quarter and Skala fortress. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure. romance of Casablanca immortalized by Hollywood YOUR VACATION PLANNER before meeting your travel companions and Travel (B, ) Hotel: Coté Océan Mogador Director for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Grand Mogador City Center 9 ESSAOUIRA – CASABLANCA This morning we journey Price PP Price PP north to Casablanca where we will enjoy views of Start End Double Start End Double Casablanca Casablanca Share Casablanca Casablanca Share 2 CASABLANCA – RABAT – MEKNÈS – FES (2 NIGHTS) the magnifi cent Hassan II Mosque, built for the late th We continue along the coast to the capital, Rabat, King's 60 birthday celebrations. Later, we join our FR 02 APR SU 11 APR 2350 where we'll embark on an orientation tour of the city Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner FR 16 APR SU 25 APR 2350 FR 06 AUG SU 15 AUG 2325 FR 23 APR SU 02 MAY 2375 FR 20 AUG SU 29 AUG 2325 th to celebrate an unforgettable voyage of discovery. including views of the grand 17 -century Palace and FR 30 APR SU 09 MAY 2375 FR 27 AUG SU 05 SEP 2375 Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Traveling to the imperial (B, FD) Hotel: Grand Mogador City Center city of Meknès, we'll see the grand gate of Bab el- FR 14 MAY SU 23 MAY 2375 FR 03 SEP SU 12 SEP 2375 10 DEPART CASABLANCA Say goodbye to your new- FR 28 MAY SU 06 JUN 2375 FR 10 SEP SU 19 SEP 2375 Mansour adorned by green and white zeillij tiles. We FR 17 SEP SU 26 SEP 2350 arrive in Fes later today and spend the rest of the day found friends at the end of your Moroccan vacation. FR 11 JUN SU 20 JUN 2325 FR 24 SEP SU 03 OCT 2350 at leisure. (B) Hotel: Marriott Jnan Palace Transfers are available. (B) FR 25 JUN SU 04 JUL 2325 FR 01 OCT SU 10 OCT 2350 FR 09 JUL SU 18 JUL 2325 FR 08 OCT SU 17 OCT 2350 3 FES SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join a 'Local FR 23 JUL SU 01 AUG 2325 Specialist' today to explore the Medina, one of the Single Supplement (add to price above): $510 PP largest thriving medieval centers in the world. See the Royal Palace and 'Dive Into Culture' during a P l e a s e n o t e : that all departures are subject to change in price. visit to the round dye-pits and tanneries revealing Prices and discounts will be confi rmed in September 2020. Morocco's ancient leather craft . Spend the rest of the day shopping or relaxing in a lantern-lit courtyard away from the Medina crowds. Join your companions PAY EARLY SAVINGS this evening for a special opportunity to 'Connect SAVE UP TO $238 PP With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' dinner experience, featuring Moroccan specialties served with wine in a OTHER GREAT SAVINGS traditional Riad. (B, BMG, , ) 1.Young Traveler Savings SAVE $ 2 3 0 Multi Trip Savings 4 FES – MIDELT – ERFOUD We follow the old caravan 2. SAVE UP TO $ 3 0 trail south, stopping for a lunch in Midelt. Continuing 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO $30 PP along the palm-fringed Ziz Valley and past the 4. VIT (Very Important Traveler) Benefi ts for past guests Tafi lalt oasis, we arrive in the oasis town of Erfoud, regarded as the 'Gateway to the Sahara'. (B, L, D) TRAVEL DIRECTOR TIP Hotel: Kasbah Xaluca While visiting the Tinghir oasis with its lush palm trees, be sure to sample some locally grown dates. These 6000-year-old treats are available in HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS 5 ERFOUD – TINGHIR – DADES VALLEY Journeying over 100 diff erent varieties and are a staple of the Here’s just a sample of the many special west, we arrive in Tinghir, one of the most beautiful Tifalet oasis Berber diet. oases in southern Morocco. We continue through part Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. AFRICA Mohammed Ben of the Todra Gorge and cut through the mountains CONNECT WITH LOCALS for one of the most dramatic views in the country. Enjoy a specialty 'Be My Guest' dinner of Enjoy a memorable lunch, then follow the 'Route delicious Moroccan cuisine served with of a Thousand Kasbahs' to the fl ourishing Dades wine at a traditional Riad in Fes. ( Day 3 ) Valley. Here we will overnight at one of Trafalgar's MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP 'Stays With Stories' , Xaluca Dades, surrounded by STAYS WITH STORIES * All prices are per person, double share. Promising paradise in the middle of panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains. (B, L, D, ) the Atlas Mountains, the African- Hotel: Xaluca Dades Airport Transfers: On arrival at Casablanca Airport transfers will operate at 9am, 11am, 1pm styled Xaluca Dades is surrounded by and 3pm. Guests arriving later should make their a spectacular mountainscape with 6 DADES VALLEY – OUARZAZATE – AÏT BEN HADDOU own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last panoramic views of the Dades Valley – MARRAKESH (2 NIGHTS) Ouarzazate has provided travel day will arrive at Casablanca Airport at 5am, and its Berber villages. ( Day 5) a backdrop for such famous movies as 'Lawrence of 7am, 10am and 12noon. DIVE INTO CULTURE Arabia', 'Cleopatra' and 'Gladiator'. Spend some time Ramadan: During daylight hours from dawn Visit a traditional tannery and dye-pit exploring the sights during your orientation tour. See to sunset fasting takes place for Ramadan. It is for a fascinating glimpse into an GUEST the UNESCO-listed fortifi ed village of Aït Ben Haddou observed from Sunday 11 April to Tuesday 11 May ancient practice. (Day 3) REVIEW /5 in the High Atlas Mountains and continue through 2021 in Morocco. The order of sightseeing and RATED: 4.3 the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass to Marrakesh - the 'Red City'. meals may be adjusted. Visit a Moroccan pharmacy to learn about local healing creams and Marrakesh is home to Morocco's largest traditional MORB Trip code: cosmetics made from regional souk (market) where you may wish to spend some ingredients. (Day 8) time learning the art of haggling. (B) Hotel: Le ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Méridien N’Fis

• SIGHTSEEING TOUR with a Local 7 MARRAKESH SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Visit the Specialist in Fes and Marrakesh ornate Bahia Palace during city orientation with your 'Local Specialist' and spend some time soaking up the • ORIENTATION of Rabat, Meknès, Erfoud, energy of Djemaa el Fna Square in the Old Quarter with Ouarzazate, Essaouira and Casablanca its palm readers, acrobats and snake-charmers. (B) • VISIT Midelt, Taﬁ lalt Oasis and Bahia Palace 8 MARRAKESH – ESSAOUIRA We travel to the laid-back shores of Essaouira this morning. Stopping en route, • VIEW the Royal Palace in Rabat, the Ziz we 'Dive Into Culture' to visit a cooperative involved Valley near Tinghir, the Todra Gorge, Aït in creating cosmetics from traditional ingredients. Ben Haddou and the Hassan II Mosque in Consider a delicious seafood lunch and enjoy some Casablanca free time before joining a city tour of the UNESCO-

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Transfer terms and conditions Transfers are included for all In the event of flight delays Africa trips including Mini Stay outside of Trafalgar's control, packages, with the exception of the transfers will be deemed the Best of Morocco which is to be canceled. Some transfers Thinking about extending your stay an additional fee. For included may be operated on a group and booking pre and post nights? and chargeable transfers, you transfer basis in some locations. must provide detailed flight Refunds are not available for information to Trafalgar at missed transfers or to guests not No problem, any additional nights you add to the time of booking or no using this service. In the event of your vacation when you book through Trafalgar later than 21 days prior to unforeseen circumstances (such departure. Transfers cannot as road or rail works, strikes or (see Extend Your Stay Hotel table for prices) will also be amended once booked. demonstrations), Trafalgar will include your transfers. Only one inbound and one not be responsible for delayed outbound transfer included. or canceled transfers.

Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

AFRICA_US.indd 40 31/03/2020 11:33 Extend Your Stay & Discover Even More Want to make even more out of your long-awaited vacation? We’ve got you covered… we’ve secured some extra special rates for you at the arrival and departure hotels on most trips so you can start your vacation early, stay on a bit longer or do both.

Extending your trip is easy…

Check out the arrival or departure hotel listed 1 on the itinerary page of your selected trip. Add your additional hotel nights when booking your Trafalgar trip and 2 we’ll even organize your airport transfer (see opposite). Sit back and relax. Travel without a worry in the world, 3 from the moment you touch down.

City Hotel Season Single (PP) Double (PP) Cairo Fairmont Heliopolis On request On request Le Meridien Pyramids On request On request Ramses Hilton On request On request Jan 01 - Mar 31 '21, Cape Town Southern Sun The Cullinan 347 207 Sep 01 - Dec 27 '21 Apr 01- Aug 31 '21 235 141 Dec 28 '21 - Jan 09 '22 379 241 Jan 01 - Mar 31 '21, Southern Sun Waterfront 322 187 Sep 01 -Dec 27 '21 Apr 01 - Aug 31 '21 231 145 Dec 28 '21 - Jan 03 '22 356 220 Jan 01 - Mar 31 '21 The Onyx 304 168 We’re here to Oct 01- Dec 25 '21 Apr 01- Sep 30 '21 263 147 help Dec 28 '21 - Jan 03 '22 387 209 Call 1-866-544-4434 Casablanca Grand Mogador City Center On request On request Johannesburg The Maslow Jan 09 - Dec 31 '21 204 156 Contact our Trafalgar The Michelangelo Jan 01 - Mar 31 '21 288 188 experts for advice, Apr 01 '21- Jan 05 '22 309 200 bookings, information or a KIA Lodge- Kilimanjaro Kilimanjaro Day Room Rate Only On request On request helping hand. Intl. Airport Nairobi Tamarind Tree Jan 02 - Dec 31 '21 253 170 Victoria Falls Safari Lodge Victoria Falls Jan 09 - Jun 30 '21 419 419 Monday to Thursday: (Zimbabwe) 5:30am – 11:00pm Jul 01 '21 - Jan 10 '22 529 447 Friday: 5:30am – 6:00pm Windhoek Windhoek Country Club Jan 02 - Oct 31 '21 232 157 Saturday: 6:00am – 4:00pm Nov 01- Dec 31 '21 252 170 Sunday: 6:00am – 9:00pm All prices are per person per night, in $ based on double accommodations with private facilities. Luggage handling is not included. The price includes breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service charges. Hotels are subject to availability, space is (Pacific Standard Time) limited and blackout dates may apply.

Online 24/7: Visit trafalgar.com for information, bookings, online payments and frequently asked questions.

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Payment Terms

Level 1 Level 2 Additional Air Tickets Extra Accommodations Chargeable Transfers

Deposit due per person on booking $200 $350 As per airline policy No additional deposit required No additional deposit required

Final Payment Due (before departure) 60 days 90 days As per airline policy In accordance with guided vacation In accordance with guided vacation

Cancellation Fees Summary

No of Days (before trip departure) Level 1 Level 2 Additional Air Tickets Extra Accommodations Chargeable Transfers

90 and over Deposit Deposit $75 plus airline charges $35 $35

89-60 Deposit 30% $75 plus airline charges $35 $35

59-16 30% 60% $75 plus airline charges Higher of $35 or 25% of accommodations price Higher of $35 or 25% of transfer price

15-8 50% 90% $75 plus airline charges Higher of $35 or 30% of accommodations price Higher of $35 or 30% of transfer price

7-1 90% 100% $75 plus airline charges 100% of accommodations price 100% of transfer price

Departure Day/No Show 100% 100% $75 plus airline charges 100% of accommodations price 100% of transfer price

Level 1: Cancellation fees are the minimum cancellation fees charged and are used unless the trip is described as Level 2. Level 2: These trips are listed on trafalgar.com/booking-conditions but are generally trips which include cruise/ferry, train or intra-trip flight elements Your Guided Vacation Booking United States Tour Operator Association $1 Million Travelers may have changed since the brochure was printed, and we See our website for detailed terms on what’s included and not Assistance Program: Trafalgar Tours Ltd shares the coverage reserve the right to alter the prices of any of our vacation before included in the guided vacation price and for information on available under the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program you book. You will be informed about any changes to any of the reservations and payments including your travel documents. with affiliates of The Travel Corporation who, as an Active Member relevant details within this brochure before you book either with of the USTOA is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be your Travel Agent or with ourselves as part of our commitment Booking Changes, Cancellations & Refunds used to reimburse, according to the terms and conditions of the to high quality customer service. See our website for details on Name Changes, Booking Changes, USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Cancellations and Cancellation Fees, Illness or Absence. Trafalgar Tours Ltd customers in the unlikely event of The Travel Passports & Visas Corporation bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Each guest is responsible for ensuring that their passport is General Information & Conditions Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by The valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of their trip See our website for detailed terms on Guided Vacation Prices, Travel Corporation may be sufficient to provide only a partial and that all necessary visas and permits have been acquired. Other Fees and Taxes, and Travel Insurance. recovery of the advance payments received by Trafalgar Tours Multiple-entry visas may be required if you are entering a country Limited. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance more than once on your vacation. Each guest must comply with Complaint Procedures & Consumer Protection Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to entry, health and other requirements of the countries visited Complaint Procedure: If you have a problem during your vacation USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, New York during your trip. 10016, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their please inform Trafalgar’s Travel Director/Local Representative Contact us, or your Travel Agent, airline or relevant government immediately, who will try to make things right. If the matter was website at www.ustoa.com. authorities to obtain the necessary travel information. not resolved locally, please write to Trafalgar’s Guest Relations Department at the address below within sixty (60) days of the end Important Notices The Operators and/or their employees and their agents are of the Trafalgar vacation, as it is important that you provide us the All guests including children must be in possession of a machine- not responsible for passport, visa, entry, health and other information quickly. Please quote your booking reference number readable passport valid for six months after their trip return date requirements of the countries visited, or for any loss sustained and all relevant information. Failure to follow this procedure may along with applicable visas. Please refer to “Passport and Visas” by you for failing to comply with laws, regulations, orders and/ delay or deny us the opportunity to investigate and rectify the section. Due to government imposed security/ immigration measures, or requirements of countries visited. problem, which may affect the way your complaint is dealt with passport and emergency contact information is required for all and your rights under this contract. Accordingly, any claim not guests prior to the release of travel documents. Trafalgar Tours West Inc received in writing within this time is waived and barred. In any It is the guest’s sole responsibility to secure and/or pay for any and Destination America, Inc. 5551 Katella Avenue, Cypress, California legal action, arbitration, or other proceeding to enforce, interpret or all visas, reciprocity fees, affidavits, immunizations, etc. that are 90630 construe the terms of this Agreement, or concerning any grievance required to be permitted entry into each destination. You should relating to the trip, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover also contact your doctor or a specialist vaccination center for Tour Operators: its actual reasonable legal fees, costs and expenses. details of any measures you may need to take prior to departure. Trafalgar Tours Limited, Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Guests who purchase from within California: Transactions In some countries you may be subject to entry (reciprocity) fees Port, Guernsey, GY1 2JH, Channel Islands entered into with Trafalgar are covered by the California Travel and/or departure taxes/ exit fees which will be collected at the The Trafalgar group of companies has Marketing/Sales/ Consumer Restitution Fund (TCRF) if the guest is located in airports upon entry/departure by local government authorities. Administrative offices/agents in: California at the time of payment. Eligible guests may file a claim with TCRF if the guest is owed a refund of more than $50 For up-to-date detailed information on travel documents and Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Guernsey, Hong Kong, for transportation or travel services which the seller of travel visas, entry/exit taxes and further information on entry and exit India, Indonesia, Israel, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, New failed to forward to a proper provider or such money was not requirements please check with your Travel Agent or local consular Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, refunded when required. The maximum amount which may be services. Obtaining and carrying these documents is your sole Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, paid by the TCRF to any one guest is the total amount paid on responsibility. Trafalgar bears no responsibility for such information and the USA. and will not be responsible for advising and/or obtaining required behalf of the guest to the seller of travel, not to exceed $15,000. For further information visit our website at: travel documentation for any guest, or for any delays, damages, www.trafalgar.com. A claim must be submitted to the TCRF within 12 months after This brochure supersedes any other prior brochure on the the scheduled completion date of the travel. A claim must and/or losses including missed portions of your vacation related to improper documentation or government decisions about entry. market. See back cover for brochure version and print date. include sufficient documentation to prove your claim and a $35 Major Credit Cards Accepted. Please note that entry to any country may be refused even if the processing fee. Claimants must agree to waive their right to other *Per person Doubel Sahre based on the African Safari Adventure July 03, 2021 departure. These Early Payment Discounts of 10% apply to the land portion of selected vacations and departures. See required information and travel documents are complete. Trafalgar Pay Early Savings Conditions: civil remedies against a registered participating seller of travel See full booking conditions at: itinerary pages. Can be combined with other discounts, where applicable. Pay your deposit when booking and the balance by the date shown. Offer is subject to availability; exclusions may apply, and the offer may be withdrawn will also not be liable in circumstances where entry is refused to → for matters arising out of a sale for which you file a TCRF claim. at any time without notice. Check the dates and prices section of the trip online at trafalgar.com for current savings availability. You may request a claim form by writing to: Travel Consumer another country for any reason. We do not accept any responsibility trafalgar.com/booking-conditions. Restitution Corporation, P.O. Box 6001, Larkspur, CA 94977-6001; and will not make any refunds if you cannot travel because you have Should any conflict arise between this summary and the full General Conditions: Discounts and savings only apply to the land portion of your vacation and may not be available on all trips and departures. Not applicable with extra nights’ accommodations, airfares, taxes and fees, flight or by faxing a request to: (213) 897-8846. not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements supplements, surcharges, airport transfers and does not apply on any internal air portion of a trip. Sometimes more than one discount can apply. VIT exclusive offers are only available on select trips and departures after your or if you have lost or mislaid any necessary documents (including booking conditions, the full booking conditions will prevail. Guests purchasing from outside of California: Transactions initial trip is completed. Savings are applied to the higher priced of two trips, if you book two at once. Multi-trip Discounts can sometimes apply with two or more trips, applies to vacations booked simultaneously, must be seven entered into with Trafalgar are not covered by the California travel documentation). days or longer, savings are applied to lowest price trip, not available on our Mini Stays or Egypt trips. For Multi-trip discounts to apply they must be booked at the same time and be on the same booking number. Young Travelers Travel Consumer Restitution Fund. Price changes: Unfortunately it is inevitable that some of the limited to one discount per room when accompanying an adult. Young Travelers must be aged 5-11 (5-17 in Morocco) at time of travel and discount is not available on our Zanzibar Island Escape Mini Stay, Egypt or Essence of prices or details contained within this brochure or on our website South Africa trips. Triple rooms where available are suitable for two adults and one child (three adults may find rooms too small as they often have one double and one foldaway bed and limited suitcase space). Triples are not available on all trips. Shared rooming where applicable will be accommodated in non-smoking double rooms and is only available on our Morocco and Egypt trips. Vacations have a limited number of single rooms. Deposit Protection credit cannot be used as a deposit against your future booking and can only be used as a credit against your final payment. Only one credit per person can be applied to each booking. Cancelation fees and deadlines remain unchanged. Other conditions apply.

AFRICA_US.indd 42 31/03/2020 11:33 Deposit Protection Ways to save Book with confidence, thanks to our deposit protection included with every booking Should your plans change and you cancel your booking before final payment Book Early & is due, you will receive a credit of $200 per person, valid for up to five years Save Up To $840* from date of cancellation. when you pay in full 1by August 27, 2020. Travel Protection Providing you with “any reason” Cancelation flexibility Trafalgar protection – designed with the following: Book With Others Priced at: trips up to $2,000 $149 per person Priced at: trips $2,001 to $3,500 $219 per person & Save Up To 10%* Priced at: trips $3,501 to $5,000 $289 per person Priced at: trips $5,001 to $7,500 $399 per person For young travelers Priced at: trips $7,501 or greater $499 per person 25-11 (5-17 in Morocco) and Note: Prices are subject to change without notice triple share. Trip Cancelation Waiver Non-insurance feature provided by Trafalgar* The Trip Cancelation Waiver offers guests the opportunity *For Minnesota, Missouri and New York residents, Trip to receive a refund from Trafalgar for the otherwise Cancelation benefits are underwritten by Arch Insurance non-refundable trip costs prepaid to Trafalgar if you Company. Book Again & need to cancel due to illness, injury, death, subpoena, jury duty, job transfer and more. Save Up To 5% “Any Reason” Cancelation Waiver For our valued past VITs (Very Important Non-insurance feature provided by Trafalgar 3 If you purchase Travel Protection you will receive the “Any be refunded in Trafalgar Travel Certificates, with the Travelers). Reason” Cancelation Waiver allowing you to cancel your balance of the refund made either in cash or by credit card. trip 24 hours or more before your scheduled departure for Notice to Minnesota, Missouri and New York residents: any reason that is not eligible under the Trip Cancelation The “Any Reason” Cancelation Waiver may be purchased Waiver provisions. When a Cancelation that is not eligible separately from the Travel Insurance Benefits. Contact under the Trip Cancelation Waiver provisions occurs 1-888-722-2195 for details. during a penalty period, your Cancelation penalty will Share A Room Travel Insurance Benefits & Save Underwritten by Arch Insurance Company** To avoid extra costs, we Trip Interruption: Up to Total Trip Cost Worldwide Emergency Assistance - non-insurance Trip Delay: Up to $1,000 ($150/day) services provided by LiveTravel can pair you in a shared Baggage Protection: Up to $2,500 CareFree™ Travel Assistance, Medical Assistance and 4 room with a guest of the Baggage Delay: Up to $500 Emergency Services – services available 24/7. Medical Expense: Up to $50,000 This plan provides insurance coverage that applies only same gender in Egypt and Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation: Up to $100,000 during the covered trip. You may have coverage from Accidental Death and Dismemberment: $25,000 other sources that provides you with similar benefits Morocco. Air Flight Accidental Death and Dismemberment: but may be subject to different restrictions depending on your other coverages. You may wish to compare the $100,000 terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home **Travel Insurance Benefits are underwritten by Arch and automobile policies. If you have any questions Insurance Company, with administrative offices in Jersey about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance City, NJ (NAIC #11150) under Policy Form series LTP agent or broker. 2013 and applicable amendatory endorsements. This The above information is a summary – we have is a brief overview of the coverages. Subject to terms, highlighted just a few of the plan benefits. If you have E-Documents conditions and exclusions. This is a general overview any Travel Protection questions, please call our plan of insurance benefits available. Coverages may vary in administrator at 1-866-580-4869. You may also view Choose to download not to print certain states and not all benefits are available in all your policy details online at https://affinitytravelcert. jurisdictions. Please refer to your certificate of benefits com/docs/tpr Once you’ve booked, register for your trip on or policy of insurance for detailed terms, conditions and my.trafalgar.com/register. You’ll be able to exclusions that apply. share your travel preferences, access and download your e- travel documents 30 days prior to departure and have a reference of your daily trip inclusions and optional experiences.

Pay Early Savings Conditions: *Per person Doubel Sahre based on the African Safari Adventure July 03, 2021 departure. These Early Payment Discounts of 10% apply to the land portion of selected vacations and departures. See itinerary pages. Can be combined with other discounts, where applicable. Pay your deposit when booking and the balance by the date shown. Offer is subject to availability; exclusions may apply, and the offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Check the dates and prices section of the trip online at trafalgar.com for current savings availability.

General Conditions: Discounts and savings only apply to the land portion of your vacation and may not be available on all trips and departures. Not applicable with extra nights’ accommodations, airfares, taxes and fees, flight supplements, surcharges, airport transfers and does not apply on any internal air portion of a trip. Sometimes more than one discount can apply. VIT exclusive offers are only available on select trips and departures after your initial trip is completed. Savings are applied to the higher priced of two trips, if you book two at once. Multi-trip Discounts can sometimes apply with two or more trips, applies to vacations booked simultaneously, must be seven days or longer, savings are applied to lowest price trip, not available on our Mini Stays or Egypt trips. For Multi-trip discounts to apply they must be booked at the same time and be on the same booking number. Young Travelers limited to one discount per room when accompanying an adult. Young Travelers must be aged 5-11 (5-17 in Morocco) at time of travel and discount is not available on our Zanzibar Island Escape Mini Stay, Egypt or Essence of South Africa trips. Triple rooms where available are suitable for two adults and one child (three adults may find rooms too small as they often have one double and one foldaway bed and limited suitcase space). Triples are not available on all trips. Shared rooming where applicable will be accommodated in non-smoking double rooms and is only available on our Morocco and Egypt trips. Vacations have a limited number of single rooms. Deposit Protection credit cannot be used as a deposit against your future booking and can only be used as a credit against your final payment. Only one credit per person can be applied to each booking. Cancelation fees and deadlines remain unchanged. Other conditions apply.

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