A benefit journey sponsored by Three Ring Ranch On My Mind A Safari for the Soul & Senses A captivating two-week journey to the preeminent wonders and wildlife of and

Choose May 21 - June 3 or June 7 - June 20, 2012 (Plus air travel days)

Come with The Hawaii Connection to dients and accompanied by outstand- two of the most enticing lands of south- ing regional wines, attentive service ern Africa where wildlife, native cul- from a friendly staff, plus unexpected tures and landscapes are like nowhere and welcomed opportunities to pamper else on earth. For nearly 400 years the your body and engage your mind. grandeur and promise of this region has seduced the adventurous, the ro- On safari we'll track by boat, open Land mantic and the greedy. Today, curious Rover and on foot, if you like, the ma- travelers continue to be fascinated by jestic elephant and as well as the the astonishing flora and , rivet- more elusive and and ing history and unparalleled scenic and rhino among hundreds of amazing cultural bounty of Zimbabwe and South and mammals, some quite rare. Our Africa. Join us to savor the mesmeriz- destinations are home to many of the ing beauty and awe and excitement that storied wonders of the animal universe, Itinerary Outline only Africa —the Cradle of Mankind— and by day and night we can expect to Day 1 Fly into JNB and rest over- can deliver. Anticipate that observe them, unobtrusively, night at an airport hotel this safari, distinguished by in their natural habitats. City Lodge, SA our signature bells and Day 2-3 Fly to for sight- whistles, will indeed stir the Participants will arrive into seeing and welcome events soul and arouse the senses. Johannesburg, the lively com- Ilala Lodge, Zim mercial hub of South Africa, Day 3-6 By chartered steam train into The carefully crafted itiner- for an overnight respite, then for ten- ary of Africa On My Mind fly on to Vic Falls, Zimbabwe. ted camp wildlife adventures goes beyond the ordinary Designated a UNESCO World The Hide, Davisons Camp, tourist circuit to explore less Heritage Site, magnificent Little Makalolo, Zim familiar regions rich with Victoria Falls, at 5,604 feet Day 6-9 Charter flights to gorgeous natural splendors. First-tim- wide, comprises the largest Lake Kariba for gameviewing ers as well as veteran safari curtain of water on the planet and water activities hands will be beguiled by and is revered by locals as the Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, Zim the diversity of the environs, mighty 'Smoke that Thunders.' Day 9-11 Fly to White River for “city- the vast populations of wild Here at our charming hotel escape” indulgences creatures, great and small, everyone will be personally Casterbridge Hollow, SA and by the simple pleasures of thor- introduced during cocktails and dinner. Day 11-14 Drive into the Greater Kruger oughly enriching bush experiences. National Park area for game- Welcome to extraordinary Africa. The next morning, travel on a chartered, spotting in Africa’s most pro- restored antique steam train into leg- lific, private wildlife reserve Orchestrated by Hawaii’s Irene Croft, endary Hwange National Park, Zim’s MalaMala, SA Jr., and South Africa’s Ethne Cameron, largest reserve at 3.6 million acres. Day 14 Transfer to MQP airport for our program will offer priceless one- Watering holes attract herds of ele- connecting flights to USA of-a-kind encounters as well as pricey phant, buffalo, , and , plus once-in-a-lifetime indulgences. We've many predators and endangered spe- discovered (and rediscovered) inviting cies. Tracking from your classic tented private lodges and remote tented camp, you may spot many of the park’s camps that will satisfy the loftiest stan- 105 mammal and 400 species. dards for luxe in the wild. Imagine hand- somely appointed accommodations Board light aircraft for a flight to Lake with ensuite facilities, memorable Kariba, one of Africa’s hidden gems. meals prepared from fresh local ingre- This exquisitely beautiful manmade

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lake stretching more than 180,000 cal formations and third largest miles along the border between Zim canyon in the world, for a catered and was created in 1958 by picnic on the very edge of the cliff completion of the second largest at breathtaking God’s Window. dam on earth. On the shores of the Continue into the Greater Kruger lake, fed by waters of the mighty Park area to the 33,000-acre private River, live the culturally concession of MalaMala Game Re- distinctive Batonga people who serve, home to Africa’s Big Five share their environment with dense (once considered to be a hunter’s concentrations of animal, bird and most dangerous prey) — lion, leop- aquatic life. From our luxury lake- ard, buffalo, rhinoceros and ele- side lodge explore by land and wa- phant. Acknowledged pioneer, ALL-INCLUSIVE ter the treasures of this stunning since 1927, of the authentic safari scenic and recreational wilderness. experience, fabled MalaMala re- RT Group Economy air HNL/Johannesburg mains today the embodiment of And now for something completely elegant old-colonial ambience in 14 days in deluxe hotels and premier private different, we’ll fly into Mpumalanga, the bush. Immerse in three days of safari lodges/camps with 3 excellent meals daily the former Eastern Transvaal pro- refined creature comforts paired accompanied by beverages, plus excursions and vince, for a bit of indulgent R&R. with incomparable gameviewing. twice-daily game drives on land, water or on White River, an historic English foot led by experienced rangers and trackers enclave, offers a score of diver- Cap our unforgettable sojourn in sions including golf, trendy shops, southern Africa with a final rollick- Bonus: special dinners, private cocktail horseback riding, mountain biking, ing evening-to-remember, then fly gatherings, antique steam train expedition, and even local spirits and laundry while in the bush and renowned chimp and elephant to Johannesburg to connect to sanctuaries. We’ll be guests at overnight flights homeward-bound. All internal transport — scheduled and char- Ethne and Malcolm Cameron’s at- ter aircraft, coaches, combies, etc. mospheric vintage farmhouse for Look forward on this dazzling jour- an alfresco dinner, with our hosts’ ney not only to the infinite cerebral Generous ranger/staff gratuities, all service delightful friends sharing, up close and sensory satisfactions of dis- fees, and porterage for one 33-pound bag and personal, their views on the covery in distant Africa but also to hardships and rewards of life in the exceptional cossetting, meticu- Insurance premium for covered medical and contemporary South Africa. lous arrangements and uncommon emergency assistance while on journey extras that are a hallmark— and Head to the spectacular Blyde River highlight!— of travels around the $500 tax-deductible donation to TRR Canyon, one of Africa’s top geologi- globe with The Hawaii Connection. Absolutely Unbeatable Fare THREE RING RANCH BENEFIT JOURNEY of $13,290 per person, sharing Africa On My Mind is offered for benefit of Kona’s Three commitments to travel providers guaranteeing our Ring Ranch —one of only 33 fully accredited, USDA- group’s minimum numbers as well as compliance with Only 3 singles available: + $2,600 licensed animal sanctuaries in the U.S.— in conjunc- any imposed restrictions. Payments for this benefit tion with other Hawaii nonprofits. This innovative travel journey are accepted solely by check. Trip deposit as Biz Class supplement from HNL: program is organized and managed entirely by knowl- well as final payment — due by Dec. 2 , 2011— are approximately + $3,800 edgeable, experienced volunteers who have raised, to refundable, less $500 donation to TRR, subject to the date, $982,240 for worthy community organizations in terms and conditions of providers’ cancellation poli- Reservations Close July 8, 2011 the Aloha State. Our goal is to offer irresistible itinerar- cies. Airfare contract requires 10 minimum for same ies with deluxe creature comforts to uncommon desti- itinerary and class. Deduct $2,000 to organize own air. Always a Swift Sellout for Africa! nations for absolutely unbeatable value at lowest all- Deposit of $ 1,500.00 per person to book inclusive fares. Your included tax-deductible donations In our pricing for this journey we have included the pre- will support our educational programs and rehabilita- mium for Travel Insured International’s Group Deluxe Call our TRR volunteer today: tion work with rare, endangered and exotic creatures. Protection Plan. Benefits of this comprehensive insur- ance coverage, provided to participants residing in the Irene Croft, Jr. For this program TRR has negotiated exclusive fea- U.S., include up to $250,000 Emergency Medical Evacu- at (808) 324-1288 in Kona tures and benefits at rates that simply cannot be ation/Repatriation, $50,000 Medical Expense, and in- matched on your own. In order to secure these sub- valuable 24/7 Worldwide Emergency Assistance Ser- P.O. Box 1538 Kailua-Kona, HI 96745 stantial advantages for our participants, we make firm vices while traveling with The Hawaii Connection.