Südafrika: Johannesburg - Panorama Route - Kruger NP - St Lucia Wetland Park - Durban - Royal Natal NP - Drakensberg - Lesotho: Pony trekking - Südafrika: Coffee Bay - Hole in the Wall (optional) - Addo Elephant NP - Tsitsikamma NP - Knysna - Oudtshoorn - Cango Caves - Stellenbosch Wine Route - Cape Town

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Tag 1 Südafrika - Panorama Route Sie verlassen Johannesburg und fahren entlang der Panorama Route, einer der schönsten Routen Südafrikas. Die Panorama-Route besteht aus Bourke's Luck Potholes und dem Blyde River Canyon, einschließlich God's Window und den Three Rondavels. Fakultative Aktivität: abendliche Pirschfahrt in Timbavati Konzession im Grenzgebiet des Krüger NP. Mahlzeiten: Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 2/3 Kruger National Park Sie stehen früh auf, um das Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre zu besuchen, wo verletzte Tiere behandelt und rehabilitiert werden, damit sie wieder in die Freiheit entlassen werden können. Dies ist eine wunderbare Gelegenheit, um einige sehr spezielle Tierarten aus nächster Nähe zu sehen und Sie lernen mehr über die positiven Errungenschaften, die hier gemacht werden. Später fahren Sie in den weltberühmten Kruger Nationalpark und beginnen sofort am Nachmittag mit einer Pirschfahrt. Der nächste Tag ist ein Tag voller Tierbeobachtungen. Optionale Aktivitäten: Nachtpirschfahrt und / oder Wildwanderung mit SANP (vorbehaltlich Verfügbarkeit). Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 4/5 Swaziland - Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary Nach einer letzten Pirschfahrt im Kruger fahren Sie nach Swaziland und stoppen auf dem Weg an einem der interessanten lokalen Märkte. Das Königreich Swasiland ist ein Binnenstaat von Südafrika und grenzt an Mosambik. Sie verbringen die nächsten zwei Nächte in dem Mlilwane Nature Reservat. Erkundungstouren durch die Umgebung können zu Fuß gemacht werden, so können Sie die Landschaft sowie die Tiere, es gibt keine gefährlichen Raubtiere hier, genießen. Sie werden einzigartige traditionelle Swazitänze am zweiten Abend nach dem Abendessen erleben. Optionale Aktivitäten: Mountain Biking, Wandern, Reiten und Sunset Game Drive. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 6 Südafrika - iSimangaliso (Greater St Lucia) Wetland Park Sie verlassen Swaziland und erleben eine landschaftlich reizvolle Fahrt in Richtung des warmen Indischen Ozeans, wenn Sie wieder nach Südafrika einreisen. Bald nach Ihrer Ankunft im iSimangaliso Wetland Park besteigen Sie ein Boot für eine Sonnenuntergangs- Bootsfahrt auf der Lagune wo Sie einige Vogelarten und Nilpferde sehen können! Dieses von der UNISCO anerkannten Gebiet ist äußerst vielfältig und umfasst: Seen, Strände, Korallenriffe, Feuchtgebiete, Wälder, Küsten-Wälder und Wiesen sowie eine erstaunliche Vielfalt von Tier-, Vogel- und Unterwasserwelt. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 7 Hluhluwe - Umfolozi Game Reserve und Durban An diesem Morgen fahren Sie zum Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reservat für eine 4-5 Stunden Pirschfahrt in offenen 4x4 Fahrzeugen. Der Park ist der einzige staatlich betriebene Park in der Provinz KwaZulu-Natal, wo all die "Big Five" zu finden sind. Aufgrund der Bemühungen der Regierung hat der Park jetzt die größte Bevölkerung von Breitmaulnashörner in der Welt. Am späten Nachmittag kommen Sie in Durban an, Südafrikas größter Marinehafen und bekannt als Surfparadies. Der Abend kann damit verbracht werden, die authentische indische Küche zu probieren. Durban ist auch die Heimat der größten Population von Menschen indischer Abstammung außerhalb Indiens. Optionale Aktivitäten: Abendessen in einem lokalen Indischen Restaurant. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen

Tag 8/9 Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park Sie verlassen die schönen Strände von KwaZulu Natal und reisen ins Landesinnere zum Ukhahlamba Drakensberg oder Royal Natal National Park, Teil der riesigen und unglaublich schönen Drakensberge. Die Drakensberge in Südafrika ist die höchste Bergkette mit Gipfeln von über 3000 Metern. Wandern ist die beliebteste Aktivität hier und Ihr Führer wird Sie auf eine Wanderung mitnehmen, wenn Sie nicht bereits andere optionale Aktivitäten gebucht haben, wie Reiten, das eine sehr befriedigende Weise sein kann, um diese bergige Gegend zu erkunden. Optionale Aktivitäten: Abseilen, Reiten, Wandern. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 10/11 Lesotho - Malealea Es ist eine eindrucksvolle Fahrt bis zur Grenze von Lesotho, wo der beliebte Ponyreiten- Ausflug (optional) einen frühen Start am Morgen erfordert. Bevor Sie abreisen gibt es einen Besuch des Dorfes und der örtlichen Grundschule. Auf der Wanderung mit Übernachtung werden Sie von Lesothischen Dorfbewohner entlang der entlegenen Wanderwege, wo es spektakuläre Ausblicke gibt, begleitet. Sie können auch in der Lodge bleiben und entspannen. Optionale Aktivitäten: Pony Trekking Exkursion, Wandern, Village Markt. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 12/13 Südafrika - Hogsback Sie verlassen das "Königreich im Himmel" und fahren nach Süden in das malerische Tal Hogsback, von dem einige behaupten, dass es eine Inspiration für JRR Tolkien war, der hier als Kind einige Zeit verbrachte. Sie können wählen, ob Sie sich entspannen wollen, oder mit Ihrem Reiseleiter eine Wanderung zu den Swallow Falls, Bridal Veil Falls oder Madonna und Child Falls machen wollen, vielleicht sogar alle 3! Optionale Aktivitäten: Reiten, Mountainbiking. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 14 Addo Elephant National Park Dieser einzigartige in der Ostprovinz gelegene Park ist die Heimat einer der dichtesten Konzentration von afrikanischen Elefanten auf der Erde, sowie der "Big Seven" (Elefant, Nashorn, Löwe, Büffel, Leopard, Grauwal und weißer Hai) da Addo ein Land- und Marine- Park ist. Optionale Aktivitäten: Nachtpirschfahrt mit SANP und Reiten. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 15/16 Tsitsikamma National Park Nach einer letzten Pirschfahrt am frühen Morgen sagen Sie Auf Wiedersehen zu den Elefanten, halten kurz am Flughafen in Port Elizabeth und am Nachmittag erreichen Sie den Tsitsikamma Nationalpark. Der Name bedeutet "Ort von reichlich Wasser" und es ist nicht zu viel versprochen, mit seinen einheimischen Wäldern und dramatischen Küsten. Dieses Gebiet ist die Heimat des berühmten mehrtägigen Otter Trail und Ihr Reiseleiter wird Sie auf dem ersten Abschnitt begleiten, sollten Sie sich daran beteiligen wollen. Optionale Aktivitäten: Bungee Jumping (höchste in der Welt), Treetop Canopy Tour, Wandern Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 17 Keurbooms River - Knysna Es ist eine kurze Distanz zum Keurbooms River, in der Nähe von Plettenberg Bay, wo Ihre Unterkunft am Fluss liegt und nur wenige Gehminuten von einem einsamen Strand entfernt ist. Am Nachmittag können Sie wählen, ob Sie im Hotel entspannen wollen oder einen kurzen Ausflug in den nahe gelegenen Ort Knysna machen wollen. Später genießen Sie ein Abendessen in einem der schönen Restaurants. Optionale Aktivitäten: Knysna Lagoon Cruise, Abendessen außer Haus. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen

Tag 18 Oudtshoorn Heute fahren Sie durch die Outeniqua Berge in Richtung Oudtshoorn, wo Sie die weltberühmten Cango Tropfsteinhöhlen besuchen. Auf dem Weg haben Sie die Möglichkeit auf den „Power van“ zu gehen, der auf der alten Bahnstrecke entlang der alten Küstenstraße zwischen Knysna und George fährt. Die Höhlen enthalten spektakuläre Hallen und große Kalkstein-Formationen. Von einem lokalen Führer erfahren Sie alles über das Höhlensystem, das sich über 4 km erstreckt. Optionale Aktivitäten: Outeniqua Power Van Ausflugsmöglichkeiten Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen, Abendessen

Tag 19 Stellenbosch Wine Route Sie fahren eine landschaftlich reizvolle Fahrt nach Stellenbosch, einen Teil der Route 62 und einen möglichen Stop bei Ronnie's Sex Shop, kein richtiger Sex-Shop, sondern eine ziemlich interessante Kneipe. Stellenbosch bildet das Herz der westlichen Kap-Weinregion und ist die zweitälteste europäische Siedlung in der Western Provinz. Da dies die letzte Nacht auf der Tour ist, fahren Sie zu einem örtlichen Restaurant zum Abendessen. Optionale Aktivität: Straußenfarm besuchen, Abendessen außer Haus. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück, Mittagessen

Tag 20 Kapstadt Nach einem gemütlichen Frühstück, halten Sie an dem Spier Wein Gut, hier haben Sie die Möglichkeit die besten Weine Südafrikas zu probieren. Sie besuchen auch das Geparden Zuchtprojekt, um diese schönen Tiere von nahem zu sehen. Die Tour endet schließlich in Kapstadt. Mahlzeiten: Frühstück

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NAJC – 20 DAY SOUTH AFRICAN EXPLORER

Local Payment Climate There is no local payment on this tour. The African sun is very strong. Please use a factor 30 sunscreen and wear a hat. You should drink at least 3 litres Countries Visited of water per day to avoid dehydration. It can also get very South Africa, Swaziland and Lesotho cold during winter months on this route. Please see Pre Departure Booklet for detailed information. Vehicle Currency and Banking Adventure Truck South African Rand is the best currency to use on this Malaria route. ATM’s are available in all major towns and cities. There is often a limit on the amount you can draw each Malaria prophylactics are required for the first leg of the tour. day. Please see Pre Departure Booklet for detailed information on each country. Travellers Cheques can Departure Point take a long time to change into cash and often incur 8.00 am from The Lakes Hotel, No 1 Country Lane, Lakefield, unreasonable charges. Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa. Tel: +27 (0) 11 421 5310 http://www.africansunhotels.com Vaccinations No vaccinations are prescribed by law for the countries being End Point visited on this tour. Please see the Pre Departure Information Nomad Adventure Tours, 1st Floor Leadership House, 40 booklet for detailed information on vaccinations in Africa. Shortmarket Street, Greenmarket Square, Cape Town, South Africa. Tel: +27 (0) 82 578 2199 Onward Travel www.nomadtours.co.za This tour can be linked to Accommodated Cape Town to Victoria Falls tour, or any one of the shorter modules What’s included of this tour such as the Desert Explorer. Meals as indicated on the itinerary, accommodation, registered guides and transport. We also include some Pre and Post Tour Accommodation of the activities. These activities are listed below in the If you require accommodation before or after your tour day-by-day descriptions. we can arrange this for you. We can also arrange airport transfers – contact your travel agent to make these bookings. What’s excluded All items of a personal nature, alcohol, snacks, souvenirs, tips Arrival and optional activities (see list for an indication of prices.) Please be sure to arrive 1 day before your tour is due to depart. This will avoid any unpredictable problems. Health Please inform us of any pre-existing conditions such as Departure diabetes or asthma and any prescription medicine you may Please book your flight to depart the day after the tour be taking. We also need to know about any food allergies or officially ends. This is to account for any delays that we physical disability that you may have. may experience due to unpredictable road conditions.

Visas Green Seats – Making Africa Greener Please note that these are your responsibility. Some Nomad gives you the opportunity to offset your carbon foot nationalities require visas for Swaziland and Lesotho. print by purchasing a “Green Seat” . Please ask us about a See Pre Departure Booklet for more information. donation on this tour and see last page for further details.

Note: All information is subject to change without prior notice. Travel times and campsites can change depending on road or weather conditions, etc. These are used as a guideline only.

Did you receive your Pre Departure Information Booklet? If not please contact us at [email protected] and we will e-mail you the document; alternatively visit us at 1st Floor, Leadership House, 40 Shortmarket St, Greenmarket Square, Cape Town to collect one. You can also download from our website at www.nomadtours.co.za . After hours contact number: +27 (0) 82 578 2199.

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OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:

Country Area Activity Price Range South Africa Timbavati Evening Game Drive R275 to R375 South Africa Kruger National Park Dawn Game Walk 2 to 3 Hours R340 to R400 South Africa Kruger National Park Night Game Drive with SANP R180 to R210 Swaziland Mlilwane NP Mountain Biking R85 to R150 Swaziland Mlilwane NP Sunset Drive R205 to R220 Swaziland Mlilwane NP Guided Birding Walk R135 to R150 South Africa Durban Dinner at local restaurant R150 to R250 South Africa Drakensberg Abseiling R75 to R85 Lesotho Malealea Overnight Pony Trekking R430 to R450 South Africa Hogsback High Ropes Course (min. 4 x clients) R30 to R60 South Africa Hogsback Abseiling R250 to R350 South Africa Hogsback Horse Riding (min. 4 x clients) R200 to R300 South Africa Addo National Park Night Game Drive (min. 2 x clients) R225 to R325 South Africa Tsitsikamma NP Treetop / Canopy Tour R450 to R500 South Africa Bloukrans Bridge World Highest Bungee Jump R720 to R780 South Africa Knysna Dinner at local restaurant R 150 to R300 South Africa Knysna Lagoon Cruise R200 to R350 South Africa Oudtshoorn Outeniqua Power Van Excursion R45 to R60 (min. 10 x clients) South Africa Oudtshoorn Tour of Ostrich Farm R100 to R150 South Africa Stellenbosch Dinner at local restaurant R150 to R300 South Africa Cape Town Dinner at local restaurant R150 to R300

Note: There are more optional activities being created every day – we have listed only the most popular. If there is something specific you would like to do then speak to your guide as they will be able to assist you (if it is possible...)

Day 1 South Africa – Panorama Route Leaving Johannesb urg we travel along the Panorama Route one of South Africa’s most scenic drives . The Panorama route consists of Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Blyde River Canyon including God’s Window and Three Rondavels. Optional Activity: Evening Game Drive in Timbavati concession area bordering the Kruger NP.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per room: Timbavati Safari Lodge: www.timbavatisafarilodge.com Facilities: En-suite per room, hot showers, bar. Included Activities: Panorama route: God's Window, Blyde River Canyon, Bourkes Luck Potholes Route: Johannesburg to Timbavati ±600 km Travel time: ±9-10 hrs including Panorama Route (long day)

Johannesburg Johannesburg is the largest and most populated city in South Africa, and the second largest city in Africa, after Cairo. Gold was discovered in the mineral-rich Witwatersrand in 1886 by an Australian prospector, George Harrison. This discovery started a major gold rush as fortune hunters came to the area from all over the world. A huge labour force of contract workers sprang up to work in the mines and within three years Johannesburg became the largest settlement in South Africa. It is now the economic and financial core of the country, and although mining is no longer practiced within the city bounds, the headquarters of most of the mining companies can be found here. Johannesburg is also known as the world’s largest human -made forest, with over 10 million trees planted throughout the city.

Panorama Route The Panorama route in Mpumalanga follows the edge of Blyde River Canyon, and includes some breathtaking views of the Three Rondavels, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Pinnacle. Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world, and got its name in 1840 (‘blyde’ meaning ‘joyful’) from the Voortrekkers who passed through on their way to Lorenzo Marques (now Mozambique). It is one of the most spectacular canyons in Africa and its cliffs rise between 600m-800m from the riverbed. Possibly the best view in the whole of the Blyde River Canyon is of the "Three Rondavels - three huge rock spirals rising out of the far wall of the canyon. Their tops appear to have a hut-like rounded roof. They are named after the Swazi Chief Maripi’s wives - from the lowest to the

2 highest, they are Magabolle, Mogoladikwe and Maserote. Where the Blyde River and the Treur River meet, water erosion has formed one of the most remarkable geologi cal phenomena in the country, known as ‘Bourke’s Luck Potholes’. Over thousands of years, surreal cylindrical rock sculptures created by whirling water have formed a series of dark pools which contrast artfully with the streaked white and yellow lichen covered rocks. Following the road and the Treur River south, there are further viewpoints; Wonder View, God’s Window and the Pinnacle.

Day 2/3 Kruger National Park We get up early to visit Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre where injured or lost animals are rehabilitated and re-educated to be released back into the wild. This is a wonderful opportunity to see some very special species up close, as well as learn about the positive achievements being made here. Later we enter the world famous Kruger and immediately start with an afternoon game drive. The next day is a full da y’s game viewing from the advantageous height of our wonderful truck. Optional Activities: Night Drive and/or Game Walk with SANP (subject to availability).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per room: Skukuza or other SANP campsite www.sanparks.org/parks/kruger/camps/skukuza Facilities: En-suite per room, hot showers, bar, shop. Included Activities: Moholoholo Rehab Centre Visit www.moholoholo.co.za , Game Drive in Overland Truck Route: Timbavati Lodge to Orpen Gate (KNP). ±30 km (additional drive to Wildlife Centre) Travel time: ±3-4 hrs to gate including the educational visit

Kruger National Park Established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld, this national park of nearly 2 million hectares is unrivalled in the diversity of its wildlife and a world leader in advanced environmental management techniques and policies. Approximately 145 mammal species, a list of over 500 bird species, some of which are not to be found elsewhere in South Africa, and 336 tree species occur in the park. When the first tourist cars visited the park in 1927, they made their own camps in thorn-bush enclosures and had to carry weapons to protect themselves from predators. During the Second World War the park was closed to the public, and reopened in 1946 under new management. Today it is one of the most famous safari destinations in the world with all the facilities that one would expect from a world class holiday destination, but it has retained the untamed, unspoilt environment where you can experience Africa just as you imagined it.

Day 4/5 Swaziland - Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary After a final game drive as we depart the Kruger we travel to Swaziland, stopping on the way at one of the interesting local markets. The Kingdom of Swaziland is a landlocked country bordered by South Africa and Mozambique. We spend the next two nights in the Mlilwane Nature Reserve. Exploring the area on foot allows you to appreciate the scenery as well as the animals; there are no dangerous predators here. We will experience unique Swazi traditional dancing on the second evening after dinner. Optional Activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Guided Birding Walks, Horse Riding and Sunset Game Drive.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per Beehive Hut: Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary: www.biggameparks.org/accommodationswazistyle.html# Facilities: En-suite per room, hot showers. Included Activities: Swazi Market, Hiking with Nomad Guide, and Traditional Dancing Route: Kruger NP to Mlilwane. ±300 km (in addition approx 150km in KNP) Travel time: ±5-6 hrs and a border crossing

Border posts: South Africa: Mananga, Tel: +27 (0) 13 793 7075, Open: 07h00-18h00. Swaziland: Mananga, Tel: +268 323 2137, Open: 07h00-18h00.

Swaziland Swaziland is the smallest country in the southern hemisphere, and is one of only three monarchies left in Africa. The kingdom has been independent from the Commonwealth since 1968, ruled by a King who is appointed in accordance with Swazi tradition. If he is absent, or unable to perform his duties for any reason, the Queen Mother acts on his behalf. In the 1980s this tiny country made international headlines when it was ruled by two queens in succession. Following the death of King Sobhuza II, the Queen regent Dzeliwe Shongwe ruled between 1982 and 1983, and months later Ntombi Twala became the country's second female Head of State since independence.

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Swaziland is landlocked, bordered on all sides by South Africa except for roughly 100km of border with Mozambique in the east. Its natural resources are extremely well managed, and despite the country’s size it lays claim to some of the best game reserves and national parks in southern Africa. Elephants, lions and rhinos have been reintroduced to the area after they disappeared due to hunting. It is also well-known for its prolific birdlife.

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary Mlilwane was the first wildlife sanctuary in Swaziland, started in the 1950 ’s by a local farmer, Ted Reilly, who has subsequently been instrumental in the conservation of Swaziland's natural heritage for many years. It is a beautiful, secluded sanctuary situated in Swaziland’s “Valley of Heaven”, the Ezulwini Valley, in between Mbabane and Manzini. The Sanctuary covers 4 560 hectares and comprises of a southern and northern section. The southern section is predominately open grassland plains with middleveld vegetation, stretching up onto the striking Nyonyane Mountain with its exposed granite peak known as the "Rock of Execution". Nyonyane is of great historical significance - it is where ancient San communities once lived and the Swazi Royal family are buried there to this day. Behind these mountains, the spectacular Mantenga waterfall and beautiful Usushwana Valley form the divide, before stretching up to northern section, which includes one of the highest surrounding points at Luphohlo. From the western boundary, the huge Usutu Forest provides a dramatic backdrop stretching into the distant hills. Tourist activities are concentrated in the southern section, with only guided trails entering the pristine mountains of the north. Mlilwane means “Little Fire ”, derived from the numerous fires started by lightning strikes on the granite of Mlilwane Hill.

Day 6 South Africa – Isimangaliso (Greater St Lucia) Wetland Park We leave Swaziland and take a scenic drive towards the warm Indian Ocean coast, re-entering South Africa. Soon after our arrival at iSimangaliso Wetland Park we board a boat for an included sunset cruise on the lagoon for some bird and hippo viewing! This UNESCO recognised area is extremely varied and includes: lakes, beaches, coral reefs, wetlands, woodlands, coastal forests and grasslands together supporting an astounding diversity of animal, bird and marine life.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per Room in shared apartment. Lake St Lucia Villas : www.lakestluciavillas.com Facilities: En-suite per room, swimming pool Included Activities: St. Lucia Lagoon Boat Cruise Route: Mlilwane to St. Lucia. ±280 km Travel time: ±4-5 hrs and a border crossing

Border posts: Swaziland: Golela, Tel: +34 435 1070, Open: 07h00-20h00. South Africa: Bothashoop, Tel: +17 8260 400, Open: 08h00-16h00.

Greater St Lucia Wetland Park Recently renamed the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, this sub-tropical paradise covers about 240,000 hectares and is the largest estuarine system in Africa. The park includes the southernmost extension of coral reefs on the continent, and covers 220km of the East Coast from St Lucia to the Mozambique border. iSimangaliso encompasses a huge range of natural systems, ranging from dune, swamp and coastal forests to rocky and sandy shores, coral reefs and submarine canyons, and a mosaic of mangroves, savanna grassland, thickets and woodlands. It is the largest protected wetland in southern Africa, with large numbers of nesting turtles on the beaches; as well as the migration of whales, dolphins and whale-sharks off-shore; and huge numbers of waterfowl including large breeding colonies of pelicans, storks, herons and terns. The Park’s unique climate and position has resulted in exceptional biodiversity including some 521 bird species. This is a UNESCO World Heritage site and you can learn more at http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/914.

Day 7 Hluhluwe - Imfolozi Game Reserve and Durban This morning we drive to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve for a 4-5 hour game drive in open 4x4 vehicles. The park is the only state-run park in the province of KwaZulu-Natal where all the Big Five occur. Due to conservation efforts, the park now has the largest population of white rhino in the world. In the late afternoon we arrive to Durban, South Africa’s largest marine port an d a well-known surfing destination. The evening can be spent enjoying authentic Indian cuisine as Durban is also home to the largest population of people of Indian decent outside of India. Optional Activities: Dinner Out at Local Indian Restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Two per room: Garden Court South Beach Hotel: http://www.southernsun.com/garden-court/south-beach/pages/rooms.aspx Facilities: En-suite per room, restaurant. Included Activities: ±3 hr 4x4 Morning Game Drive in Hluhluwe – Umfolozi National Park Route: St. Lucia to Durban. ±280 km Travel time: ±4-5 hrs 4

Hluhluwe - Imfolozi Game Reserve Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve was established in 1895, the oldest game park in Africa. The Park covers about 96 000 hectares and contains an vast diversity of wildlife and vegetation. It is particularly famous for its conservation of black and white rhino – there are hundreds of endangered black rhino and the largest population of white rhino in the world. The rest of the Big Five can also be seen here; buffalo, elephant, lion and leopard, as well as many other species including blue wildebeest, zebra, giraffe waterbuck, nyala, kudu, bushbuck, warthog, cheetah, hyena and jackal and thousands of impala. More than 300 species of birds have been recorded in the area, making it one of the prime birding destinations in South Africa.

Day 8/9 Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park We leave behind the beautiful beaches of KwaZulu Natal and travel inland to the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg or Royal Natal National Park, part of the huge, and incredibly scenic, Drakensberg escarpment. The Drakensberg is South Africa’s highest mountain ran ge with peaks at over 3000 metres. Hiking is the most popular activity here and your guides will take you on a lovely hike if you are not already busy with optional activities. Optional Activities: Abseiling, Hiking.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per room: Drakensville Resort: www.drakensville.co.za Facilities: En-suite per room, restaurant, bar. Included Activities: Royal Natal NP entrance fee and guided walk to San paintings with RNNP guide. Route: Durban to Drakensberg. ±350 km Travel time: ±5-6 hrs

Royal Natal (Ukhahlamba) National Park The Royal Natal (Ukhahlamba) National Park, meaning ‘the Barrier of Spears’, is a world heritage site with some of the most exceptional mountain scenery in Africa. The dramatic features include high altitude grasslands, pristine steep-sided river valleys and rocky gorges. The main feature is the world famous Amphitheatre, a rock wall approximately 5 km in length, and 500 m high. Above the amphitheatre is Mont-aux-Sources peak where the Orange River begins its long journey to the Atlantic Ocean, and Thukela river cascades down the face of the amphitheatre, forming one of the highest waterfalls in the world. The most popular activity at Royal Natal is undoubtedly hiking. A comprehensive hiking guide is available for purchase at the Visitor Centre, at Thendele camp office and at the main entrance gate. The brochure shows a map of the park and the network of hiking paths which visit every part of the park from the gentle walk to Fairy Glen to the challenging hike up the Crack and down the Mudslide. This spectacular natural site supports a diversity of plant and animal life, and also contains many caves and rock-shelters with the largest group of rock paintings in Africa south of the Sahara, made by the San people over a period of 4,000 years. These represent the spiritual life of the San people, who are believed to have survived here until 1878. A number of guided hikes are available to view the paintings. The area was initially 3 330 hectare in extent, but over time land has been added to obtain its present size of 8 094 hectares.

Day 10/11 Lesotho - Malealea It’s a visually impressive drive up to the Lesotho border, where the popular pony trekking excursion (optional) requires an e arly morning start. Before we depart there is an included visit to the local village and primary school. On the overnight trek Lesotho villagers will guide you along remote trails where there are spectacular views. You can also remain at the lodge and relax, or experience a shorter ride. Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion, Hiking, Village Market.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per room: Malealea Lodge: www.malealea.co.za/accommodation.html Included Activities: Local school and village visit Route: Drakensberg to Malealea Lodge ±550 km Travel time: ±8-10 hrs and a border crossing (Long Day)

Border posts: South Africa: Maserubrug, Tel: +27 51 924 4300, Open: 24hrs Lesotho: Maserubridge, Tel: +262 313 796, Open: 24hrs

Lesotho Landlocked in the centre of South Africa, the Kingdom of Lesotho is one of the few countries in Africa with natural boundaries created by tribal demands rather than those imposed by colonial decree. Lesotho, like Swaziland, is one of the three surviving monarchies of Africa, but unlike Swaziland, the king serves a mostly ceremonial function and the Prime Minister of Lesotho has executive authority.

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There are few natural resources in this small country, and over population has decreased the agricultural potential, but the country has an overwhelming natural beauty and welcoming, friendly people. The high Maluti Mountains cover most of Lesotho, a rugged, wild range that inevitably create their own climate, which can lead to sudden temperature drops and thunderstorms. The earliest known inhabitants were the Khoisan hunter-gatherers. Evidence of their occupation goes back at least 30 000 years, with cave paintings and other San artifacts found in numerous scattered sites all over Southern Africa, many concentrated in Lesotho. Their artistic talents have given us a glimpse of their way of life and their profound spiritual bond with the earth and animals. However, the San (known as Bushmen by clonial settlers, and as Baroa by the Basotho tribes of Bantu origin) were persecuted from the moment they were seen by outsiders and long ago retreated to the Kalahari sands, their last refuge.

Day 12/13 South Africa – Hogsback Leaving the ‘Kingdom in the Skies’ behind we travel s outh to the picturesque Hogsback Valley that some claim to be an inspiration for JRR Tolkien who spent time here as a child. You can choose to relax, or join your guide in a hike to the Swallow Falls, Bridal Veil Falls or Madonna and Child Falls, or even all 3! Optional Activities: High Ropes Course, Abseiling.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per room: Kings Lodge: www.kingslodgehogsback.co.za Facilities: En-suite, bar, restaurant, swimming pool. Included Activities: Guided Hiking trail into Hogsback forest with Nomad guide. Route: Lesotho to Hogsback ±510 km Travel time: ±11-12 hrs including a border crossing (Long Day)

Border posts: Lesotho: Vanrooyenshek, Tel: +27 51 583 1525, Open: 06h00-22h00. South Africa: Vanrooyenshek, Tel: +27 51 583 1516, Open: 06h00-22h00

Hogsback The town of Hogsback nestles on the slopes of the Amatola Mountains and is particularly renowned for its indigenous forests and its dramatic fairytale landscap e. The three serrated ridges of this range of mountains are said to resemble to bristles on a hog’s back, and create an oasis of green in the surrounding dry grasslands. Paths lead through the indigenous rainforest, making it easy to hike to the top of the peaks. The forest protects a diversity of birdlife (more than 100 species) including the Knysna Loerie, the rare Cape Parrot and many more. There are an abundance of waterfalls such as the Madonna and Child, the Bridal Veil Falls, and the Kettlespout – a natural wonder which dams up its water and can spout up to 9 meters on a windy day. Hogsback Mountain, 1937 meters high, is known as Qabimbola (red clay on the face) by the local Xhosa people, because the clay dug from the pits is red and is used for facial decoration in initiation rites and skin protection.

Day 14 Addo Elephant National Park This unique Eastern Cape Park is home to one of the densest concentration of African elephants on earth as well as boasting t he ‘ Big Seven’(elephant, rhino, lion, bu ffalo, leopard, southern right whale and great white shark) as Addo is a land and marine park. Optional Activities: Night Game Drive with SANP.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per room: Addo Elephant NP Chalet: www.sanparks.org/parks/addo Facilities: En-suite per room, shop, restaurant. Included activity: Afternoon game drive in Nomad Truck Route: Hogsback to Addo. ±450 km Travel time: ±7-8 hrs

Addo Elephant Park In 1919 the administration of the Cape Province decided to cull the elephant population in the Addo region and hired a Professional hunter, Major Jan Pretorius, to destroy the entire herd that inhabited the area at the time. It took him a year to kill 120, before he was stopped due to public outcry. Only 16 traumatised Addo elephants remained, wounded, frightened and unable to coexist with humans. In 1931, when only 11 elephants were left alive in the area, it was proclaimed a national park. The elephants, however, were still hostile - destroying crops and attacking anyone who came near. Finally, in 1952, one of the farmers of the area suggested that a fence be erected around the park. This kept the Elephants secure and out of the surrounding farming area. Black rhino was reintroduced in 1961- the first in the Cape for a hundred years. Today the Park boasts the Big Seven, (elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo, leopard, southern right whale and great white shark) and is sanctuary to over 450 elephants, Cape buffalo, a variety of antelope species, as well as the flightless dung beetle, found exclusively in this area.

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Day 15/16 Tsitsikamma National Park After a final early morning game drive we bid farewell to the elephants, take a quick stop at Port Elizabeth’s airport and arrive in the afternoon at Tsitsikamma National Park. The name means ‘place of abundant water’ and it does not disappoint, with its indigenous forests and dramatic coastline. This area is home to the famous multi-day Otter Trail hike and your guide will accompany you on the very first section of it should you wish to participate. Optional Activities: Bungee Jumping (highest in the world), Treetop Canopy Tour, Hiking, Fishing, Mountain Biking.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Two per room: Protea Hotel Tsitsikamma: www.proteahotels.com/protea-hotel- tsitsikamma.html Facilities: En-suite, bar, restaurant, shop, swimming pool. Included Activities: Morning Game drive in Addo with Nomad truck, Tsitsikamma National Park entrance fee Route: Addo to Tsitsikamma. ±350 km Travel time: ±3-5 hrs

Tsitsikamma National Park Tsitsikamma National Park stretches between the sea and the Tsitsikamma Mountains, along the Garden Route, one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world. The Park, covering 80 km along the coa st between Nature’s Valley and Storm’s River mouth , encompasses a range of different ecosystems - indigenous forest, commercial plantation, Fynbos, and inter-tidal zones – and offers magnificent scenery and walks. It was the first Marine National Park to be proclaimed in Africa, and it is now the third most frequently visited of the 20 national parks in South Africa. The forest has more than 30 species of indigenous trees - there are several massive trees, the tallest of these is 36 meters high, and some are more than 1000 years old.

Day 17 Keurbooms River – Knysna It is a short distance to Keurbooms River, near Plettenberg Bay, where our accommodation is set on the river and within walking distance of a secluded beach. In the afternoon you can choose between remaining to relax at the hotel or taking a short excursion into nearby Knysna to explore and later enjoy dinner at one of the lovely local restaurants. Optional Activities: Knysna Lagoon Cruise, Dinner Out, Elephant Sanctuary.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Two per room: The Dunes Hotel: http://www.dunepark.co.za/indexhotel.html Facilities: En-suite, bar, restaurant, shop, swimming pool. Route: Tsitsikamma to Plettenberg Bay. ±60 km Travel time: ±1 hrs

Knysna Although we are staying in Plettenberg Bay, today’s highlight is the Knysna Lagoon nearby, a perfect spot for water sports or simply relaxing and admiring the striking beauty of The Heads. The town of Knysna , voted South Africa’s favourite holiday town, nestles in the lagoon basin. It is protected by The Heads - two towering sandstone cliffs flanking a deep channel through which the tides flow. There are spectacular views and a cosy restaurant at the Eastern Head, and the Western Head is a privately owned nature reserve – Featherbed Bay. The Knysna Lagoon is one of the few places in the world that supports an oyster hatchery, and the town is well-known for its fresh oysters, as well as its beer, made locally at Mitchell’s Brewery. Rich in history, Knysna’s museums are well worth visiting : the Millwood House Museum, and the Angling Museum in the Old Gaol. There are many other attractions, from the lush surrounding rainforests, the nearby Buffalo Valley Game, Featherbed Nature Reserve and Noetzie beach, to the wide selection of restaurants and craft markets. The forest, one of the largest areas of indigenous trees left in South Africa, is very dense and in some areas impenetrable. Knysna was originally founded by George Rex in the 19 th century as a port for the timber trade. The forest was nearly decimated as a result of logging, but escaped devastation due to far-sighted conservation policies introduced in the 1880s. The herds of forest elephants that once roamed the forest have not been so lucky, they have all disappeared and one lone female is said to remain today. The beautiful and elusive Knysna Loeries can still be seen in the area, as well as a large variety of other birds and a few small antelope.

Day 18 Oudtshoorn Today we travel through the Outeniqua Mountains towards Oudtshoorn where we visit the world-famous Cango Caves. On the way we have the option to go on the power van that runs the old coastal railway track between Knysna and George. The caves contain spectacular halls and grand limestone formations, and a local guide will tell you all about the cave system, which extends for over 4km. Optional Activities: Outeniqua Power Van Excursion.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Kleinplaas: www.kleinplaas.co.za Facilities: En-suite, hot showers, restaurant. Included Activities: Guided tour of Cango Caves www.cangocaves.co.za/standard.php Route: Plettenberg Bay to Oudtshoorn ±200 km Travel time: ±3-4 hrs

Oudtshoorn – Ostrich Capital of the World Oudtshoorn was known as the ostrich capital of the world. It was named after Baron Pieter von Rheede von Oudtshoorn, who died in 1773 on his way to the Cape to become Governor. The town was founded in 1847. The town is situated 300 m above sea level, with the Swartberg Mountain range to the north and Outeniqua range to the south. Arbeidsgenot, the home of Cornelius Jacob Langenhoven was built here. Langenhoven was the author of the old South African National anthem, “Die Stem” which still forms part of the new National Anthem. Ostrich feathers where obligatory items of high fashion just before world war one. The great feather boom began around 1870. At it’s height there were more than 750 000 domesticated ostriches in the little Karoo area and feathers where being exported at the rate of a bout 450 000kg’s a year. Then came world war one and then austerity became a way of supporting the war effort. Many farmers went bankrupt in this time. In later years the industry revived with the demand for ostrich leather, biltong, eggs and feathers. At present there are about 90 000 ostriches in the Little Karoo.

Cango Caves Common myth has it that the Caves were first explored by a local farmer named Jacobus van Zyl (after who the first chamber, van Zyl’s Hall, was named) – although research fails to re veal anybody by that name in the Cango area in the 1770’s. And besides – we now know that the Caves have been known to man since the Early Stone Age. In the 19th century, entrance to the Caves cost 5 rix dollars – the modern equivalent of about R500.00 – but that even didn’t deter some destructive tourists and many carted away parts of the delicate stalactites and stalagmites for souvenirs or engraved their names onto the walls. In response, the governor of the Cape Colony, Lord Charles Somerset, published the first Caves Regulation in 1820. The 1st law designed to protect an environmental resource in South Africa; it banned the collection of souvenirs, proved for fines for anyone caught damaging Caves formations and prescribed an entrance fee which had to be paid to the District Officer – who was made responsible for enforcing the rules. Many of the most significant discoveries in the Caves were made by its first full-time guide, Johnnie van Wassenaar. – who served for 43 years: from 1891 until his retirement in 1934. He opened many side chambers and introduced thousands of people to Cango 1, which remains the only part of the Caves which the public may visit. Importantly, though, it is clear that the Caves were known to man long before Europeans first landed at the Cape: recent finds – of some tools left behind in ancient hearths in the Cave mouth – prove that humans have lived and sheltered here for at least 80 000 years.

Day 19 Stellenbosch Wine Route We take a scenic drive to Stellenbosch taking in some of Route 62 and a possible stop at Ronnie’s Sex Shop, not a sex shop at all, but a rather interesting country pub. Stellenbosch forms the heart of the Western Cape’s wine region and second oldest European settlement in the Western Province. As this is the last night on tour we head to a local restaurant for dinner. Optional Activity: Ostrich Farm Visit, Dinner Out.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Two per room: Cultivar Guest Lodge www.culti-var.co.za Facilities: En-suite per room, hot showers. Route: Oudtshoorn to Stellenbosch. ±450 km Travel time: ±4-7 hrs

Stellenbosch Stellenbosch was founded in 1679 and is the second oldest European settlement in the Western Cape Province, after Cape Town. It was named after Simon van der Stel, the Governor of the Cape Colony at the time, and it means “(van der) Stel’s forest”. The early settlers to this fertile region were encouraged to plant oak trees and Stellenbosch’s oak lined streets led to the town being known as “Eikestad” (village of oaks). Stellenbosch is situated on the banks of the Eerste River (“First River”), so named as it was the first river van der Stel reached and followed when Jan van Riebeeck sent him from Cape Town on an expedition over the Cape Flats to explore the territory now known as Stellenbosch. The Dutch were skilled in hydraulic engineering and they devised a system of furrows to direct water from the Eerste River through the town along Van Riebeeck Street to Mill Street where a mill was erected. Soon after the first settlers arrived, among them the French Huguenots, grapes were planted in the fertile valleys around Stellenbosch and soon it became the centre of the South African wine industry.

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One of the first schools in South Africa opened in Stellenbosch in 1683, and in 1866 the Dutch Reformed Church opened a gymnasium which is known as the Stellenbosch Gymnasium. The Gymnasium, renamed in 1881 as Stellenbosch College, finally reached university status in 1918 and was renamed Stellenbosch University. More than 26 000 students attend Stellenbosch University today.

Day 20 Cape Town After a leisurely breakfast, we stop at The Spier Wine Estate to taste some of South Africa’s finest wines. We also visit the Cheetah Breeding Project to meet these beautiful animals up close and finally the tour ends in Cape Town.

Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Own arrangements/post-tour accommodation can be booked through Nomad. Included Activities: Wine tasting, Cheetah Breeding Project

Cape Town Cape Town (Afrikaans: Kaapstad ; Xhosa: iKapa ) is the second most populous city in South Africa, and a fascinating mix of Asian, European and African traditions. Located on the shore of Table Bay, Cape Town was originally developed by the Dutch East India Company as a supply station for Dutch ships sailing to Eastern Africa, India, and the Far East. Jan van Riebeeck's arrival on 6 April 1652 established the port as the first permanent European settlement in South Africa. Cape Town quickly outgrew its original purpose as the first European outpost at the Castle of Good Hope, becoming the economic and cultural hub of the Cape Colony. Until the Witwatersrand Gold Rush and the development of Johannesburg, Cape Town was the largest city in South Africa. It is still one of South Africa’s most popular tourist destinations. The city is most famous for its harbour, the magnificent Table Mountain, and its natural setting in the Cape floral kingdom. It includes dramatic cultural and climatic contrasts in the different areas that make up the city, and is connected by fast freeways, so within twenty minutes one can go from the wine farms of the leafy Constantia valley to the beach, the bustling city center or a shanty township.

Tour Ends We will drop you off at our Nomad office: 1 st Floor Leadership House, 40 Shortmarket St, Greenmarket Square, Cape Town. Please enquire about post-tour accommodation.

TIPPING ON TOUR Southern Africa: In general tipping in restaurants is generally expected and is around 10% for good service, more if you have received exceptional service, and, feel free not to tip at all if you received poor service. Tipping taxi drivers etc is really at your own discretion and not always expected. If in doubt please ask your guides.

Our guides do work hard, but they are also paid at (and often above) industry levels for this work. Our Crew can be tipped if you feel that they have done a good job and/or gone above and beyond the call of duty.

The best way to arrange tips is to elect one person in the group to collect the money. We recommend USD1 (or about R5) per day per person, per guide as a fair tip. So if you have 3-crew on a tour, we would recommend that 3 envelopes are used and each crew member’s name written on one. Place what you feel is fair into each envelope and the elected person can give these to the crew at the end of the tour. If you do not feel that the crew deserve a tip, please, do not tip them. You must remember that tipping is only for exceptional service and is not at all compulsory or expected.

THE NOMAD AFRICAN TRUST www.nomadafricantrust.co.za At Nomad we are passionate about the people, places and wildlife of Africa that make our tours so special. In order to give back we have set up the Nomad African Trust.

By the end of your tour you may have left-over local currency that you will not be able to change outside of its country of origin. Any assistance you could provide to the trust by donating this left over currency will be appreciated. Thank you for your help and please join our newsletter at the website above to receive regular updates on what we are doing to support our beneficiaries.

Green Seats - Travel responsibly in Africa Nomad gives you the opportun ity to offset your carbon foot print by purchasing a “Green Seat”. If you would like to help Nomad making Africa Greener, simply choose the tick box on your booking form and we will take care of the rest. The Nomad African Trust will plant trees that are ecologically viable and that have very high carbon absorption.

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Green Seats can be purchased at departure or on tour with your guide. For more information on our “Green Seats”, please visit www.nomadtours.co.za/nomad_greenseats.html

THANK YOU FOR TRAVELLING WITH NOMAD At the end of your tour you will be provided with feedback forms. These forms are confidential and should be given to your crew in a sealed envelope. If you are not sure of the confidentiality of the feedback form please feel free to email us as well on [email protected] . Please make sure to also complete the feedback form as we use the answers on these forms to improve and maintain our service levels.

Accommodation providers are subject to change without notice, the accommodation listed in this dossier is our preferred supplier, but sometimes due to availability, we are unable to make use of the property listed in this dossier. If we cannot use the accommodation provider as listed we will substitute another property of similar standards, however, en-suite facilities are not always guaranteed.

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Nomad Adventure Tours – Pre Departure Information Document

Thank you for choosing Nomad

We’re confident that you’ve chosen the best adventure company in Africa and we will go out of our way to prove it. Nomad Adventure Tours have been enjoyed by thousands of people from all over the world. A great attitude, an open mind and being well-prepared makes an adventure holiday in to the trip of a lifetime.

This document will provide you with much of the general information about our tours. For specific route information you should refer to your tour dossier. If you have not received this document you can download it from our website, or contact reservations at [email protected] and we will email one to you.

Remember you are in Africa. Standards and ser vice should not be compared with first world countries. You came here to get away from all that – to experience Africa as it really is. The unexpected is included in your tour -free of charge! - Hakuna Matata !

We make every effort to ensure that this document is up to date, but it should be noted that sudden changes in the operational conditions might result in changes to this information.

CONTENTS

1 USEFUL DETAILS

2 WHAT ARE ADVENTURE TOURS? Who Is Suited To Undertake An Adventure Tour?

3 CAMPING OR ACCOMODATED? What Is The Difference?

4. BEFORE YOU GO –ESSENTIAL PREPARATIONS What We Need To Know Departure Tax Flexible Itineraries Your Passport Visas What To Bring

5 LIFE ON TOUR – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (YOUR EXPECTATIONS) The Guides Tipping The Group - What To Expect Each Day - What To Expect Transportation – On The Road With Nomad The Trucks – Nomad Vehicles Distances And Road Conditions Participation And Interaction – What’s Expected Of You? Communications Climate And Weather Conditions Facilities On Tour - What’s Available What’s Included And What’s Not - Optional Activities – Its Your Choice Currency, Money And Banking - The Facts Health And Welfare

6 BACKGROUND INFORMAT ION Books, Maps, Videos & Game Record

1 USEFUL DETAILS NOMAD RESERVATIONS DEPARTMENT NOMAD OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT 1st Floor, Leadership House P O Box 2600 40 Shortmarket Street, Greenmarket Square Somerset West, 1730 Cape Town, 8001, South Africa South Africa Telephone: +27 21 426 5445 Telephone: +27 21 845 7400 Facsimile: +27 21 426 4338 Facsimile: +27 21 845 7401 After Hours Number: +27 82 578 2199 Website: www.nomadafrica.co.za Website: www.nomadafrica.co.za E-Mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]

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2 WHAT ARE ADVENTURE TOURS? An adventure tour is a journey along a suggested route, which is aimed at the more adventurous and budget- conscious traveller. It is off the beaten track, and many of the areas visited do not have the infrastructure that the package tourist may require. The route taken may also change from time to time due to unforeseen circumstances.

An adventure tour is different from a package holiday (on a bus for instance). Instead of limiting the experience by providing transport and accommodation an adventure tour aims to provide a more inclusive experience. We include cultural interaction, game viewing, social interaction and the opportunity to book more adrenaline based experiences such as white water rafting, skydiving, walking with lions and even swimming with dolphins.

Our belief is that it’s not so much just the arrival at a destination, but the total experience of the adventure tour that is important. We travel together, eat together, learn from each other’s cultures and form a strong, supportive team. Although our guides are professionals, they are not “heroes” and won’t pamper you. Our guides are passionate about Africa, enthusiastic and will always get you through any challenges with a smile.

For a successful expedition, all we need is space under the stars and your willingness to join in! A typical day with us starts when the sun comes up - we live by nature’s timetable and use as many daylight hours as possible. If you are camping, tents are set up by nightfall, kettles are boiled, the smell of cooking is in the air and we sit around the camp, enjoying one another’s company and chatting about Africa.

For those on the accommodated tours, the only difference is that you sleep in a bed. Evenings are for writing diaries, playing cards or board games, or just listening to the African night. Every single trip is different - we like it that way!

One of the few things we can guarantee about Africa is that not everything is going to run perfectly. Along the way there are sure to be a few unexpected surprises! These include road closures due to weather conditions, mechanical failure (it happens, but not often) or having wild animals in the campsite! Anything can happen, the main thing to remember is that whatever happens, we are experienced enough to handle the situation and make sure that you still have a fantastic holiday with Nomad!

WHO IS SUITED TO TAKE AN ADVENTURE TOUR? Almost anyone can go on an adventure tour these days. In the old days of Overlanding the groups tended to be very young as the majority of travellers to Africa were backpackers. As Africa has become a progressively more mainstream destination (i.e. Africa today is far more accessible than 10 years ago) our groups have also changed. 10 years ago the average age of our travellers was around 23-27 years old. This has changed over the last 10 years and the age of our passengers has also changed.

On the camping tours the average age is about 30. On our accommodated tours the average age is more variable, but the average is over 40 as we do get many older travellers on these tours. However, these indications are very general as each and every tour is different. When the University semesters end we do get younger passengers making up the majority of certain tours. Outside of traditional holiday periods the age groups can be very diverse. Part of the tour is about meeting new people, what we can confirm is that 99% of our travellers find that they get along very well. This is because the people that book an adventure holiday in Africa have similar values and interests.

On a camping tour the maximum number of passengers is 24, although we average about 20 on most tours. On the accommodated tours the maximum number of travellers is 18. We have a large range of nationalities on our tours but about 50% of our travellers come from English speaking countries (USA, Canada, UK, Aus, NZ etc) and the other 50% come from Europe and Asia. Obviously because of history there is a high percentage of Dutch and German travellers to Africa, but we also get people from the Nordic countries and Asia. Although there are often couples and groups of friends who have booked together, many travellers are single and the male-female mix generally works out about even.

The nature of an adventure tour tends to attract a certain age group, and experience has shown us that our adventure tours are unsuitable for the majority of travellers outside the 18 to 55-age bracket. We do however accept a limited number of people older than 55 years on trips because we believe it’s about being willing and able to join in. Suitability for our trips is not just about fitness, it’s about being able to take the rough with the smooth - whether you’re up to your elbows in mud rescuing your sinking truck, climbing the nearest tree in an attempt to escape from charging buffaloes or searching for the only bush in the desert to squat behind – expect the unexpected!

KIDS ON TOUR Families with younger children are welcome on all our tours. We do however also offer special family tours which are geared for all needs and interests of families with children. The minimum age for children is 8 years, children younger than 8 years old must be requested especially and it might not be possible to take younger children on this specific tour. The reason might be safety or many extremely driving days. Please also note that children between 8 and mostly 12 years might not be able to participate in some activities on certain tours due to safety reasons (e.g. Mokoro trips in the Delta, Game walks...). If you are under the age of 18 and you are not travelling with a legal guardian we need to have a signed permission of from a parent or legal guardian to be able to take you on our tours.

3 CAMPING OR ACCOMMODATED - WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? Our accommodated tours are here to fill the gap between a camping experience and an expensive lodge-tour. The accommodation is mostly in National Park style chalets and bungalows. All nights on accommodated tours are in twin rooms unless a single supplement is booked (4 per tour). However, on our East African Tours we will sometimes make use of dorm room accommodation. Ablution facilities are mostly communal and our crew will prepare all meals (unless otherwise stated). You are still required to pack as for the camping tour – including your towel.

Please keep in mind that this is an adventure tour in an adventure vehicle and luggage should not include any Samsonite style suitcases. On our accommodated tours most of our trucks have lockers for the luggage. Only a soft bag will fit in these lockers. A suitcase is far more Last Updated: 19 November 2010 2 difficult to store and make secure in our vehicle and this is part of the reason we ask for a backpack or tote bag to be used as your luggage. The other reason is that you need to walk from the truck to the accommodation and often over sand or uneven terrain. If you can’t carry your own bag, it is too heavy!

On the accommodated Cape to Vic and South African tours, there will be a third crew member to help with chores such as washing dishes, cleaning of the truck etc.

On our camping tours you will have to bring your own sleeping bag as we do not rent out sleeping bags. So it is very important that you don’t forget to pack or buy a sleeping bag before you leave on one of our camping tours. Nomad does provide mattresses, which are 5 cm thick, so you have a comfortable sleep.

4 BEFORE YOU GO – ESSENTIAL PREPERATIONS A successful adventure tour requires proper preparation. Travelling in Africa is challenging at the best of times and travelling by an adventure vehicle is a constant adventure. Be prepared to expect the unexpected.

WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW Please ensure to inform us of the following before you leave on tour:

• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Please confirm to us in writing if you have any special dietary requirements, allergies or intolerances. We need to know a week or two before departure to arrange any special requests. This does not include ‘I don’t like mushrooms’ – you can tell your guides about your likes and dislikes – we need to know if ‘mushrooms’ (for example) will make you ill, or if you cannot eat them for religious reasons.

• INSURANCE DETAILS Medical insurance is compulsory and you will be asked for your policy number before embarking on tour. Please make sure that your travel and medical insurance covers cancellation as well as being airlifted in case of a serious illness/injury. Our tours often travel a long way from good hospital facilities. Credit card insurance is often insufficient, so a separate policy is recommended.

• OUTSTANDING PAYMENTS Please settle any outstanding payments at least 28 days before the tour. We reserve the right to cancel a booking if payment is not received in full. You will not be allowed to depart on tour unless payment is fully received.

• ONWARD TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Please ensure that your onward travel arrangements are made BEFORE you depart on tour, as these cannot be made while on tour. We offer a good value for money transit from Vic-Falls to Johannesburg, which you can add to your tour. Please ask our reservations department about the options of onward travel with your tour and for names on low cost airlines if you want to fly to your next destination. Please do not book your onward travel on the day the tour ends. If we arrive late you will have a problem – remember, expect the unexpected.

DEPARTURE TAX Various countries may require that you pay an Airport Departure Tax when departing on an international flight. The following information is given as a guideline only and may change at any time without notice. Please note that ALL departure taxes must be paid in hard currency cash (US dollars are usually best).

CITY AIRPORT COUNTRY DEPARTURE TAX Cape Town CPT – Cape Town Int. South Africa Included in airline ticket Johannesburg JNB - Oliver R Tambo Int. South Africa Included in airline ticket Windhoek WDH – Hosea Kutako Int. Namibia Included in airline ticket Victoria Falls VFA – Victoria Falls Int. Zimbabwe USD 30 Livingstone LVI – Livingstone Int. Zambia USD 25 Dar es Salaam DAR – Dar es Salaam Int. Tanzania USD 20-30 Zanzibar ZNZ - Zanzibar Kisauni Int. Tanzania USD 20-30 Arusha / Moshi JRO – Kilimanjaro Int. Tanzania USD 20-30 Nairobi NBO – Nairobi Wilson Int. Kenya USD 20 Kampala EBB – Entebbe Int Uganda USD 20-40 Addis Ababa ADD – Addis Ababa Int. Ethiopia USD 20 Antananarivo TNR – Antananarivo Int. Madagascar USD 15

FLEXIBLE ITINERARIES Although we intend to stick to the published itineraries it is critical to understand that the routing can change. Africa is unpredictable and many variables may require changes to the itinerary. This cannot be stressed enough. If we are forced to make a change to a tour we will make sure that we still provide what we specified in our brochure. If we can no longer provide what is published in the brochure we will provide a comparable experience of the same value. We will of course inform you as soon as we can about any changes.

YOUR PASSPORT Your passport must have enough pages for any visas. Your passport should have 2 pages free for every country to be visited. Please ensure that you take your own passport out from your hotel / backpackers safe the night before departure. It is absolutely necessary that you make a copy of your passport and give it to your guides; we strongly recommend that you also leave a copy at home or with some friends. Please note that South Africa insists on people having 2-free pages available when you enter. Keep this in mind if you are going to fly home from South Africa after completing a tour to multiple African countries. Last Updated: 19 November 2010 3

Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months after your date of departure from Africa.

You (the passenger) are personally responsible for ensuring that passports, visas, vaccination certificates and other travel documents are in order and for all costs relating thereto.

Please note that it is not advisable to use more than one passport (to avoid visa payments) when travelling. When entering (for example) Namibia, the immigration official needs to see the exit stamp for South Africa and it must be in the same passport in order to allow entry.

VISAS - Very important! As visa requirements vary considerably, please contact the various embassies or a visa service agent to re-check visa requirements at least 4 weeks prior to departing. Please note that visas are the responsibility of the traveller and that Nomad Adventure Tours will not be held responsible for clients being denied entry should they not be in the possession of the relevant visas.

All travellers must be in possession of a valid onward/return air ticket or proof of other means of transport enabling the traveller to leave the country in which your adventure tour terminates. Alternatively you must have proof of sufficient funds (e.g. credit card) enabling you to purchase an air ticket to leave the country. Should the adventure tour you are joining be re-entering a country, be sure to have a multiple entry visa that enables you to re-enter the country.

IN DOUBT OR REQUIRE A VISA? Contact the embassy in your home country or contact:

VISA SOLUTIONS (R.S.A) Corner of Riebeeck and Long Streets Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Telephone +27 21 425 5896 E-mail: [email protected]

NAME ADDRESS TEL FAX Botswana - Consulate 8 Riebeeck Street Southern Life Centre, 5Th Floor Cape Town 021 421 1045 021 421 1046

Kenya – High Commission 302 Brookside Menlo Park Pretoria 012 362 2249 012 362 2252

Tanzania – High Commission 822 George Ave. Arcadia Pretoria 012 342 4393 012 430 4383

Lesotho - High Commission 391 Anderson St Menlo Park Pretoria 012 460 7648 012 460 7649

Malawi - High Commission 770 Government Avenue Arcadia Pretoria 012 342 0146 012 342 0147

Mozambique – Consulate 45 Castle Street 7 th floor Cape Town 021 426 2944 021 426 2946

Namibian Tourism 197 Blackwood Street Arcadia Pretoria 012 481 9100 012 343 7294

Swaziland – Consulate 23 Jorrison Street, Braamfontein Centre Braamfontein Johannesburg 011 403 2050 011 403 7473

Uganda – Consulate 882 Church Street Arcadia, 0083 Pretoria 012 342 6031 012 348 3123

Zambia - High Commission 570 Ziervoel Street (off Hamilton Street) Pretoria 012 326 1854/9 012 326 2140

Zimbabwe – Consulate 798 Merton Street Zimbabwe House Pretoria 012 342 5125 012 342 5126

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Ethiopian Embassy 47 Charles Street Baileys, Muckleneuk Brooklyn Pretoria 012 346 3542 012 346 3867

Madagascar Consulate 90B Tait Street Colbyn Pretoria 012 342 0983/4/5 012 342 0995

Herewith is a guideline as to which nationalities require visas, and which do not. This guideline is only an indication and visa regulations can change daily, so please do check with your nearest embassy for changes. Please also note that when a visa is required costs might come with this – also when you can obtain your visa at the border. Therefore please also check with your embassy what the costs are.

NB: As visa requirements sometimes change whilst you are on safari we recommend that you allow a little extra USD cash.

NATIONALITY NAM BOTS ZIM ZAM MAL TANZ KEN UGA LES MOZ SWAZ ETH MAD American No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Argentinean Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Australian No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Austrian No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Brazilian No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Canadian No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Chinese Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Russian Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Czech Republic Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Danish No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes UK No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Dutch No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Finnish No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes French No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes German No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Greece Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No q Yes No Yes Yes Israeli Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Italian No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Japanese No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes India Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Korean Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Mexican Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Ireland No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes New Zealand No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Norwegian No No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Polish Yes Yes Border Border Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Portuguese No No Border Border No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Spanish No No Border Border No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes South African No No Border No No Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes Swedish No No Y Border Border No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Swiss No No Border Border Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes

*No: no visa required *Yes: visa required, but in many cases the visa can be obtained on arrival at the port of entry (most EU countries, US, Canada, Australia, UK, South Africa) - Please contact your embassy to double check. Clients are completely responsible for their visa.

WHAT TO BRING? Your luggage is limited to ONE backpack and ONE daypack weighing no more than 20kg. As a general rule, if you cannot lift your own luggage - you’ve got too much stuff! Most people make the mistake of bringing too many clothes.

Suitcases are not suitable on tour – especially huge Samsonite-style cases! Bags with wheels are of no use when you are moving you bag from the truck to your tent/chalet through sand.

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YOU SHOULD PACK THE FOLLOWING: Kit for all weather conditions including: • 2/3 shorts/skirts • 2/3 Long Sleeve Shirts • 1 jacket/anorak • Smart casual change of clothes • Tracksuit/pullover • Swimwear • 2 pairs of long pants/jeans • Underwear & socks • 2 pairs of walking shoes/boots/trainers • Sun Hat – preferably that covers the back of your neck. • 1 pair of sandals • Raincoat • 3 or 4 T-shirts/short sleeve shirts or sundresses • Kikoi/sarong

Your clothing should be easy to wash and dry and should preferably not need ironing. Avoid synthetics, which can be very uncomfortable in hot weather. Many people underestimate how cold Africa can be – remember that jersey/jacket! There are also nights that are warm but you must still wear clothes that cover arms and legs from mosquitoes. Take a set of casual but smart clothes for the occasional evening out in a restaurant or club. If you wear glasses (or contacts) it is also advisable to bring a spare pair.

Additional Items: • Towel & facecloth • Extra passport photos • Baby wipes/ Wet Wipes • Vaccination certificate • Personal toiletries • Money and traveller’s cheques (traveller’s cheques cannot • Sleeping bag. be used on tours in East Africa and Botswana) • Torch & enough spare batteries • Small sewing kit • Camera & spare batteries and film • Plastic bags • Water bottle. (A 2-litre Coke bottle works well...) • Clothes line and pegs • Penknife • Small scrubbing brush • Insect and Mosquito repellent • a small padlock for your luggage locker in the truck • Suntan lotion, sun block & after sun lotion (Locker sizes: 37,5 cm high, 32 cm wide, 80 cm deep) • Sunglasses • Watch • Biodegradable laundry detergent • Small basic First Aid kit (painkillers, band aids, after-sun lotion, eye drops, anti-diarrhoea tablets etc.) • Passport (plus a copy of your passport & visas)

FOR OUR CAMPING TOURS You do need to bring a sleeping bag on all our camping tours. It is not possible to rent sleeping bags from Nomad, so please make sure that you bring your own sleeping bag from home or that you buy on arrival before the tour starts. Pillows are also NOT provided, so if you would like to use one, please bring it yourself.

DAY PACKS Please check the itinerary for your specific tour if you will need a little daypack. For example on our Cape Town to Vic Falls tour you will need a smaller bag, big enough to bring basic equipment (toiletries and clothes) for 2 nights. The daypack is for your Okavango Delta Excursion, where you cannot bring your entire luggage.

5 LIFE ON TOUR – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (YOUR EXPECTATIONS) It is very important to separate issues that you control from issues that Nomad controls. It is unreasonable to hold Nomad responsible for things out of our control. Understanding this will help you get some perspective and to have realistic expectations.

THE GUIDES Both crew members are trained and qualified guides, but only 1 may be tour leader. Although our guides are qualified for the work they do, please remember they are human too. Adventure tours place enormous demands on our guides due to their nature and duration. Working 18 hours a day, week after week would place a strain on anyone. They do it because they love their job and like people so please treat them with respect and decency.

It should also be noted that clients often hold guides responsible for things out of their control. So please be fair to them, the guides are not personal servants, butlers or maids.

Sometimes our tour leaders and drivers have to make a decision with regards to health, safety, security and circumstances beyond their control. This may not always be a popular decision. As far as possible, your guide will take into account the wishes of the group as a whole, but your understanding and patience at these times will be much appreciated. Sometimes both crew members will need to discuss the matter together, this means that you’ll not always have someone in the back of the vehicle to answer questions and remark on certain locations. For anything that you would like to know or have explained, please ask the guides so they may assist.

The Tour Leader has complete authority on tour and his/her decision is final.

TRANSLATORS On some of our tour departures we have German or Spanish translators who are there to help clients who are not that confident in English. Please keep in mind that these translators are not guides and only there to help along with the communication between the guides and clients. They are not specialized in tour guiding or professional interpreters.

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TIPPING In Africa tipping is not compulsory. Tipping in restaurants is usually 10% for good service and more if you feel you received exceptional service. You do not normally tip Taxi’s. We provide specific information with regards to tipping certain groups such as the porters on Kilimanjaro and the Polers in the Okavango Delta for instance. This information is in your tour dossier under “Optional Activities” or under “Tipping on Tour”.

Our guides do work hard, but they are also paid at (and often above) industry levels for this work. Our Crew can be tipped if you feel that they have done a good job and/or gone above and beyond the call of duty. The best way to arrange tips is to elect one person in the group to collect the money. We recommend USD1 (or about R5) per day per person, per guide as a fair tip. So if you have 3 crewmembers on a tour, we would recommend that 3 envelopes are used and each crewmembers name written on one. Place what you feel is fair in to each envelope and the elected person can give these to the crew at the end of the tour. If you do not feel that the crew deserve a tip, please, do not tip them. You must remember that tipping is only for exceptional service. If you feel pressured by a crewmember to tip please do not hesitate to report this to us at [email protected] Please use this address for any other feedback you have from your tour with us. At the end of the tour you will be provided with a confidential feedback form where you are encouraged to rate the tour, service, and experience with Nomad. We use this feedback extensively in our efforts to improve our tours and we really do appreciate receiving this information from you at the end of the tour.

THE GROUP – WHAT TO EXPECT? Travelling in a group offers many advantages and allows you to share the experience with like-minded fun-seekers! It’s also a cheaper and more secure way to explore an unfamiliar continent. Making friends with your fellow travellers will certainly help you make the most of your tour. An open mind may sometimes be necessary as we have a range of cultures and nationalities on our trucks.

The guides are there to ensure that the tour runs smoothly and this includes the group dynamic. If you feel that someone is behaving in an unsociable way the mature thing to do would be to mention this in a non-confrontational way to the individual. If you do not feel comfortable with this please speak to our crew.

You are travelling in a truck together and the best way to avoid petty conflict is to follow the Guide’s schedule with regards to keeping the truck and environment clean and tidy at all times. The fastest way to lose friends on tour is to leave you smelly hiking boots all over the place.

In all honesty, it is very rare that we have passenger conflict on tour. We feel very lucky that the Nomad passengers have always been like-minded and considerate people and we hear far more stories about people making friends for life (as well as meeting future husbands and wives) than we do about the very rare unsociable passenger problem.

EACH DAY – WHAT TO EXPECT? The days usually start early and end late. Although a lot of time is spent travelling, we do cram a lot into every day. Expect some frustrations, you are in Africa and things don’t work that well sometimes. Coming with an open mind, flexible attitude and realistic expectations will ensure you have a great time.

An average day on tour begins around 6am and departure is after breakfast at around 7am. There are some mornings that need a very early start to reach our next destination, or to photograph a spectacular African sunrise. It’s all part of the adventure. Prepare yourself for the worst, especially in winter when days are shorter.

We usually take a lunch-break en-route and, depending on the distance to be covered, afternoons are often spent relaxing or exploring the lay of the land. Usually we spend every few days a couple of nights at one venue to break the travel.

Most evenings are spent around the camp-fire talking about Africa. Your tour dossier will have details of where you will be each night and the prices of meals if we are spending an evening at leisure in a city or town.

TRANSPORTATION – ON THE ROAD WITH NOMAD The transportation on tour is a major component of all adventure tours. These tours are road trips. Long drives, bumpy roads and possible mechanical problems are part of the deal. Digging the vehicle out of mud is sometimes a highlight. These setbacks are what you make of them. Please be prepared.

Please note that we have TRUCKS and not Busses. You Crew will be very unhappy if you call them bus-drivers.

THE TRUCKS – NOMAD VEHICLES Nomad vehicles are amongst some of the finest on the road. However, do not forget the nature of an adventure tour. This is not a bus trip. Nor do we provide up-market tours. They are still budget tours aimed at the adventurous traveller. There are no onboard toilets or air- conditioning.

No vehicle is designed to operate under the conditions in which our trucks run. We run a strict maintenance programme but unfortunately break-downs are not uncommon. If a problem occurs, please be patient. It takes time to resolve mechanical problems in Africa. Make the best of the situation.

DISTANCES AND ROAD CONDITIONS All of our tours cover long distances on the roads of Africa. Our job is to show you the magnificent sights of this continent. This involves many hours spent driving which cannot be rushed for the following reasons:

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You are in a truck. It’s not a sports car! Expect average speeds of around 80kph. However, there are roads where we are forced to reduce to speeds of 30kph due to bad roads or safety concerns.

Distances between highlights are often on a bigger scale than those at home. Often there is absolutely nothing between focal points except vast open deserts. Most tours average around 350 km per day. However, there can be stretches of up to 650km in a single day, that’s a long way! Be prepared.

We will be travelling along winding dirt roads. Your safety is paramount. Keep this in mind when you are tired, hot and irritable.

PARTICIPATION & INTERACTION – WHAT’S EXPECTED OF YOU? Although we do most of the work, the nature of these tours is not that of a beach holiday. Assistance makes a real difference. The more time guides have for you the better the tour will be, so getting involved definitely enhances the tour experience. This is an adventure tour.

All Nomad tours are limited participation tours: All we require you to do is: • Assist with washing up duties • Offer your help with the food preparation if time is pressing • Loading and unloading the truck • Loading and unloading your own bag • Help keeping the truck clean (it is your home after all for the next days and weeks) • Help setting up camp • Putting up and taking down your tent. The first time is a challenge – thereafter, it’s a breeze!

On most of the accommodated tours there will be an extra crew member, who will do the washing up and most of the work will be done for you. However, you are welcome to assist wherever possible and the more willing hands, the smoother things will run, and the more enjoyable it will be for all.

Your tent and camping equipment and kitchen utensils are provided on your tour. Please take care of our equipment, as anything broken or lost on tour cannot be easily replaced.

Our guides do all the cooking; however you are welcome to share your culinary skills with the group. The more you join in, the greater the experience!

COMMUNICATIONS An enjoyable trip depends heavily on open and honest communication between yourself, the guides and your fellow passengers. Many problems have their root in lack of communication.

On Tour When on tour be sure to keep the communication channels open with your fellow passengers and the guides. This is the key to a successful trip. If you are unhappy – discuss it. Problems cannot be resolved if know one knows there is a problem. Feel free to approach your guides at any time. The smallest problems can turn into big ones very quickly!

How others can reach you The easiest option to keep in touch with your loved ones at home is to buy a SIM card of the respective country you are travelling in. Usually you can get sim-cards rather easily in major cities. In some instances vendors might even sell them at border posts. The costs for a sim cards are usually rather low (often between ZAR20 and ZAR30). Please keep in mind though that this is an adventure tour and that there still might not reception in some areas we are travelling in.

Although you will not be able to communicate easily on tour – we are always able to find you. Feel free to provide your family with our contact details and should there be an emergency of any kind at home we will be able to contact you almost anywhere. Please bear in mind that in certain instances there may be a charge for this – in some areas there are not even radio facilities - should we have to physically send someone by boat, road or air to your campsite, the person we send will expect to be compensated. Please inform your families that although we can find you – it must be a real emergency - as we will not be sending one of our local contacts 500km over terrible roads to remind you to change your underwear regularly!

In an emergency your family can contact us on [email protected] or by calling our offices on +27 21 426 5445 and if the call is outside of office hours the number is +27 82 578 2199.

We advise that you should also contact family and friends before leaving and tell them that you are on an adventure tour and that you will probably be out of touch for that period.

There are telephones in some places but do not count on these being all that reliable! Our guides do not have mobile cellular phones, as there is often no reception outside of South Africa. In East Africa you can expect to pay up to USD 3 per minute for a phone call. E-mail facilities can be found in major towns and city centres, but it is often very slow and expensive.

CLIMATE AND WEATHER CONDITIONS Please ensure that you are familiar with the exact weather conditions to be expected on your particular tour. Be prepared. Weather in Africa can be extreme. In rainy season, prepare to get wet and in dry season, prepare to bake. The weather is part of Africa but it can be a tough taskmaster.

The African sun is fierce especially in Namibia and Botswana. We suggest a factor 30 sunscreen and that you wear a hat. From October until April you can experience extremely hot temperatures. During the winter months the nights can be cold, even dropping down to zero, but the days are generally warm to hot. Last Updated: 19 November 2010 8

In Southern Africa, the short rains are from October to December, but the main rainy season begins in February and can last until April, Cape Town on the other hand experiences winter rainfall from May – August.

In Central and East Africa the rainy season is from December to around April. Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia experience low average rainfall, usually during the summer months from October – April.

From October until April you can expect temperatures up to 50 degrees Celsius in the desert regions of Namibia and Botswana. During the winter months the nights can be cold, even dropping to freezing, but the days are warm to hot. The Namib Desert is one of the driest places on earth.

COUNTRY JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC BOTSWANA 19/32 19/31 18/31 15/31 10/28 05/25 05/25 09/29 14/32 19/35 19/34 19/32 ETHIOPIA 16/23 17/24 18/24 18/24 18/24 16/22 15/20 15/20 16/21 16/22 16/22 15/22 KENYA 12/25 13/26 14/26 14/24 13/22 12/21 11/21 11/21 11/24 13/24 13/23 13/23 MADAGASCAR 21/26 21/26 21/26 20/26 17/24 15/21 14/20 15/21 17/24 19/26 20/27 21/27 MALAWI 17/27 17/27 16/27 14/27 11/25 08/23 07/23 09/25 12/27 15/30 17/29 18/28 MOZAMBIQUE 16/30 16/28 16/26 14/26 14/23 12/22 10/20 10/20 12/22 14/25 16/27 15/30 NAMIBIA 17/29 16/28 16/27 13/25 09/22 07/20 05/20 08/23 12/25 15/29 15/29 17/30 SOUTH AFRICA 16/26 16/26 14/25 12/22 09/19 08/18 07/17 08/18 19/18 11/21 13/23 14/24 TANZANIA 13/26 14/26 15/27 16/25 15/23 13/22 12/23 12/23 13/25 14/27 14/27 14/27 UGANDA 09/24 11/24 11/23 11/23 11/23 09/23 09/23 09/23 11/23 10/24 11/23 10/23 ZAMBIA 17/26 17/26 17/26 17/26 12/26 10/23 09/23 12/25 15/25 18/31 18/20 17/27 ZIMABAWE 16/26 16/26 14/26 13/26 09/23 07/21 07/21 08/23 12/26 14/28 16/27 16/25

Please note that this is only a general indication – the weather is not within our control and sometimes the rains start earlier or finish later – or don’t come at all...

FACILITIES ON TOUR – WHAT’S AVAILABLE? This is an adventure tour. We are trying to take you into remote regions. By definition we are attempting to remove ourselves from facilities. Although there are some they should be seen as a bonus not an expectation. Details of what facilities are available at each overnight stop are in the tour dossier provided for your tour.

ACCOMMODATION Camping Tour: On a camping tour you will be sleeping in two-man, heavy duty, canvas dome tents. The tents are all large (2.2m x 2.2m or larger) and a mattress will be provided. You need to provide your own pillow and sleeping bag. The tents are easy to put up and have flexible self- supporting poles. No unnecessary pegs to fight with! There is a fly-sheet provided for rainy weather and a built-in mosquito net, which should be kept closed at all times. Please make sure that you pay attention when the guides explain the correct way of putting up and taking down your tent. The incorrect use can cause problems with the tent.

Most of the campsites we visit have good toilet and shower facilities, but hot water is sometimes a luxury. Fortunately, most places we visit on tour are warm! Some places that we visit are bush camps where there are no facilities.

Accommodated Tour: Our Accommodated Tours are intended as an upgraded camping product. In order to keep our fantastically low prices on these tours the accommodation that we book is not luxury or 5 star! Please expect 1-2 Star lodges and chalets. We also make use of permanent tents in certain areas. Sleeping bags are not required on our Accommodated Tours in Southern Africa, but please bring your own towel, as these are not always provided.

All the accommodation booked is in twin rooms in Southern Africa. In East Africa we book twin rooms where we can, if we cannot get twin rooms, then dorm rooms are provided. If you are a single traveller a single supplement is payable on booking to secure the single room.

It should be noted that often we book cabins/chalets/bungalows, these will have 2 bedrooms, but often only one bathroom. Specific details of each tour can be found in the tour dossier. Not all accommodation is en-suite on our accommodated tours.

LAUNDRY Most camps have hand-washing facilities and in Swakopmund, Vic Falls and certain camps in East Africa there are laundry facilities. Please remember to bring some environmentally friendly washing-powder for your laundry. For a small fee you can often have your laundry washed by someone else – ask you guide for assistance en-route.

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SECURITY The truck has a safe for passports, money, credit cards and flight tickets only. Please use this facility as lost passports/money causes delays and may result in you having to leave the tour. The truck safe is not large enough for cameras, cell phones, ipods and other digital equipment. These items should be kept in your day pack and your day pack should be kept with you.

The camps that we use are generally safe but please be-aware all the time, as tourists are easy-to spot targets in Africa – as well as in the rest of the world! Make photocopies of travel documents and keep separate from the originals.

Your possessions are your responsibility at all times. It is advised that you take out comprehensive insurance if you are planning on bringing expensive items like digital cameras etc on tour.

Although all care and attention will be exercised neither Nomad Adventure Tours nor its Agents, Employees or operators will accept responsibility for anything deposited in the truck safe or left on the vehicle.

PHOTOGRAPHY Please ask the guide to stop if you would like to take photos at any time. The guides will also stop at panoramic viewpoints along the route, to ensure you get the best scenic photo. Please stock up on memory chips (film) and spare camera batteries before departure, as these can be difficult to find en-route. If you are going on a tour to the Serengeti NP or Kruger NP you may find that you take a LOT of pictures trying to get that perfect shot. 2GB Memory is minimum and if you are interested in photography we would recommend more! Please take care of your photographic equipment in the dusty areas we pass through. At some campsites power points to recharge batteries for video/digital cameras are available, but you will have to provide the necessary connections and adaptors.

Forbidden Photos Don’t take pictures at border crossings, government buildings, and military installations and avoid photographing army, police or anywhere else if your guide advises against it.

Please remember we are guests in the countries we visit and respect local customs and feelings. Certain tribes in Southern and Central Africa do not allow their picture taken. Please ask your guides before whether it is permissible or not. You may also have to pay a nominal fee to take photos of some local people (especially Masaai).

RESPONSIBLE TOURING Nomad is committed to the principles of responsible environmental tourism. It would be appreciated if you would respect the customs, laws and environment of the countries and areas we visit. Please be ‘green-minded’ and dispose of rubbish in the appropriate manner. We have a dustbin on board and we ensure that we have cleaned up everything before leaving our campsites.

YOUR MONEY Money can make or break a tour, obviously. Make sure you have enough and tailor your trip to you pocket. Africa is not cheap. Spend wisely and note the prices of the optional activities in your tour dossier.

WHATS INCLUDED AND WHATS NOT? – OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES – ITS YOUR CHOICE There is no such thing as an all inclusive tour. We provide you with a great tour, but there are always additional activities that you can do en-route. In your tour dossier you are provided with a full list of all the Optional Activities that can be booked on the tour you have chosen.

There are many activities available and your guide will help you chose what is best for you. If you want to go white water rafting or bungee jumping we will make sure you book this with the safest and most professional company.

On tour there are also other expenses such as dinners at local restaurants, tips and shopping. The dinners and tips we have tried to cover in detail, but other expenses such as snacks and alcoholic drinks you have to budget for yourself.

Doing What You Can Afford Unfortunately, not everyone can afford all of the activities. We keep the tour price as low as we can without compromising quality so you have choices. The optional experiences and activities are carefully and strategically selected to give you a break from the routine of travelling adventure tour style. They enhance your holiday and give you an adrenaline rush when you need one! These are selected for their value for money, enjoyment factor and the feedback from clients.

Optional activities are not included in the price of the tour for three simple reasons: • Not everyone can afford to do them all • Not everyone wants to do them all! (No point in throwing you out of a plane if you can’t bear heights!) • We leave the running and safety of these specialised activities to the people who do them best. We take you there and then let the professionals take care of you in pursuit of your thrills and spills!

CURRENCY, MONEY AND BANKING – THE FACTS LOCAL PAYMENTS The Local Payment is a USD cash portion of the tour payment that needs to be paid directly to your guide in Africa. This payment covers fluctuating expenses such as flights, National Park Fees, entrance fees etc and also ensures that we have a reliable amount of hard currency on each tour. Our Local Payment is not a kitty, your food and accommodation are included in the tour price. Local Payments are quoted in USD and are payable in USD. The reason for this is that in most cases the expenses that the Local Payments cover have been negotiated in USD or are payable in USD. In East Africa all National Park fees are payable in USD and these form a large part of the Local Last Updated: 19 November 2010 10

Payment. It is very important that you don’t bring USD notes that are printed before 2004, because they will not be accepted from anyone. In Southern Africa the rates that we have negotiated with the Botswana Operators of the Okavango Delta and Chobe NP are negotiated in USD Amounts and are payable in USD. Unless you have paid an all inclusive amount to your Travel Agent the Local Payment must be paid in Cash to your tour leader on morning of departure. Please be aware that this amount can change and we will advise you or your agent prior to departure in the unlikely event that this happens. Pease note Local Payments are subject to change without prior notice.

SOUTHERN AFRICA The South African Rand is usable throughout Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe. Traveller’s cheques can be used to pay for activities in Namibia. Credit cards can be used in South Africa and Namibia. Credit cards should not be used in Zimbabwe. Botswana only accepts Visa Card cards and not Master/Maestro cards, but it can be difficult to get money at cash machines there. American Express, Diner’s Club and some debit cards are not widely accepted. Get ALL your US Dollars before you depart on tour. In Southern Africa the South African Rand is also widely accepted, although you will get change in local currency.

More detailed information on if you can use ATMs and which currency best to bring for your specific tour will be given in your tour dossier.

CENTRAL & EAST AFRICA Credit cards should be avoided in Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya. US Dollars are the most widely accepted currency in Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. It is essential that your US Dollar notes are from the year 2000 (or younger) as notes from the year 1999 and older are not accepted and many places will not accept USD 100 notes so make sure you bring lots of USD 1, USD 5, USD 10 for tips and craft markets. USD 20 and USD 50 notes are good to change into local currency. It is generally cheaper and easier to arrange your foreign exchange in your home country. Foreign Currency can be purchased in South Africa – but you will require proof that you are travelling out of South Africa – i.e.: your Nomad tour voucher or onward air ticket.

FX AFRICA - FOREIGN EXCHANGE Protea Assurance Building, Green Market Square, Cape Town Telephone +27 21 426 5310 Email: [email protected]

COUNTRY CURRENCY SYMBOL PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING Botswana Botswana Pula BWP BWP and ZAR are on a 1:1.5 ratio. Rand can be used in Botswana, but you will receive your change in Pula.

Ethiopia Birr ETB It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD. Only USD traveller’s cheques are accepted.

Kenya Kenya Shilling Ksh It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD.

Lesotho Loti LSL LSL and ZAR are on a 1:1 ratio. Rand can be used in Lesotho, but you will receive your change in Loti.

Madagascar Franc MGF It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD. No USD 100 bills accepted.

Malawi Malawi Kwacha Mk It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD. Mozambique Metical MZM It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. You will require USD or ZAR. Traveller’s cheques attract a high commission when exchanging for cash, so try to avoid these.

Namibia Namibian Dollar N$ N$ and ZAR are on a 1:1 ratio. Rand can be used in Namibia, but you will receive your change in N$.

Swaziland Lilangeli SZL SZL and ZAR are on a 1:1 ratio. Rand can be used in Swaziland, but you will receive your change in Lilangeli.

Tanzania Tanzanian Shilling Tsh It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD. Uganda Uganda Shilling Ush It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD. Zambia Zambian Kwacha ZMK It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD. Zimbabwe Zimbabwe Dollar ZIM$ It isn’t necessary to obtain monies in this currency beforehand. The preferred currency is USD.

SPENDING MONEY

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It is difficult to estimate how much you will spend on tour as this depends largely on your personal preferences - smoking, drinking, shopping, snacks etc. USD $10 - $15 per day or around R100 – R150 per day is usually enough for the average person, but this is greatly affected by how many beers you have each evening and if you drink coca-cola instead of water…

We recommend that you bring some money in cash and some in Travellers cheques – USD denominations. However, please take care with this because it is often not possible to use or cash traveller cheques outside of major towns, especially in East Africa. When they can be cashed, you may find yourself paying high commission rates. Credit cards can be used in some places so can be a useful resource. However, credit cards should not be relied upon as a main source of funds as there are many places (especially north of Zimbabwe) where cards cannot be used, especially for cash advances.

Speak to our reservations department - they have personal experience of these issues and will give you sound advice about exchange and currency matters on tour! It is also a good idea to speak to the guide on day one of your tour if you have questions about money.

HEALTH AND WELFARE Staying healthy on tour means staying happy. It’s no fun being sick on holiday, and even less fun on an African adventure tour. Added to the normal health issues, Africa has some nasty bugs and diseases. Please take note of the following

GENERAL The guide has authority on tour at all times and this includes decisions regarding safety.

AIDS is an enormous problem in Africa. HIV estimates range between 20% and 50% of the population. In some areas it is even higher than this. Please be careful and practical! Condoms are cheap and freely available.

It is important that you inform us of any medical conditions or prescription drugs that you are taking such as diabetes or asthma etc. as we are sometimes 300km or more from the nearest medical assistance. This is especially important if your medication has to be kept at a certain temperature – we must know about this beforehand!

Please report to the tour leader if you are feeling even slightly ill, as they may need to make plans for you to get to medical assistance promptly. Many travellers can feel sick within the first two weeks of travelling. This is very common and due to your body reacting to germs and bacteria it is unfamiliar with. Keep this in mind, but do NOT take it lightly! Speak to you guides.

FIRST AID There is a First Aid Kit for emergencies on board. This is for emergencies only. The guides will not use it as a dispensary. We strongly recommend that you take a personal medical kit. All of our guides are qualified in First Aid. Suggested contents include:

• Lip balm • Moisturiser • Anti-histamine cream or tablets • Dehydration salts • Sunscreen and after sun balm • Elastoplasts/band-aids • Water purifying tablets • Insect repellent • Pain killers • Sterile dressings • Anti diarrhoea remedy • Antiseptic cream

Personal hygiene is very important on tour as you are travelling together in the truck in warm to hot climates. Please be considerate and attentive to your personal cleanliness. Being ill on tour is not fun and the enjoyment of the group as a whole depends largely on everyone being healthy.

It is quite normal for some people in the group to have traveller’s diarrhoea at some stage of the tour. This is generally not serious, usually being the reaction to the food, water and the anti-malarial tablets. It can often be the result of a lack of attention to basic hygiene. If you suffer from this at any stage please inform your guide immediately.

Please pay attention when washing dishes and cutlery, as this is the quickest way for the whole group to fall ill. Make sure that your plates are thoroughly cleaned. We provide anti-bacterial washing up liquid – please use it liberally. We supply an anti-bacterial soap for the washing of hands. Please ensure that you use it regularly, especially before meals.

All fresh foods we use are sanitized with a sterile solution.

MEDICAL INSURANCE Please note that it is a condition of booking on any Nomad tour that you have adequate medical insurance. We require the details of your insurance policy for our records before you will be permitted to depart on tour. The medical insurance is so important because in case of an emergency in a remote area (which is most areas we are travelling to) you will have to be airlifted. If you do not have a medical insurance, you will need cash (which means thousands of USD) or you will not be helped while every minute might count.

Please check the small print of any ‘free’ credit-card insurance – your insurance must cover you in the instance that you need to be airlifted to a hospital. As many public hospitals in Africa are below western standards you might have to be airlifted to South Africa for a simple problem. Many insurance policies do not cover adrenaline sports: i.e.: bungee jumping – please check this before you book the activity.

Medical insurance is usually relatively inexpensive and we recommend that you buy a separate policy in your country of origin. If you purchase insurance in Africa please note that it will not cover you to be returned to your own country in the event of an emergency, it will only return you to the country in which you purchased the policy.

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WATER One of the most common ailments on tour is dehydration. You should be drinking a minimum of 3 litres of water per day, and even more during the hot summer months. The water on tour is generally drinkable, but your guides will advise you when not to drink the local water. There is a 200-litre water tank on the truck for emergency use. Mineral water is available in most places, but this can be expensive. In some places it is necessary for you to buy your own drinking water.

MALARIA Malaria is a serious problem in Africa. It does not have to be a problem for you as long as you are vigilant about using your mosquito repellent and you take your malaria pills. Malaria is transmitted by mosquitoes and is more prevalent where there are high concentrations of people – i.e.: in towns. There are two main malaria strains: Plasmodium vivax, falciparum (Vivax accounts for about 90% of the cases) the main points to remember:

Prevent getting bitten! Use an effective prophylactic! Insect repellent is the single most important line of defence. Make sure you bring enough of an effective (preferably stick or lotion) repellent and that you use it liberally and frequently! You need to look for the active ingredient (DEET) on the bottle. Keep the mosquito nets in the tent closed at all times. Wear long-shirts, socks/shoes and long-pants after dark. Most mosquito bites occur below the knee.

Malaria Prophylactics Malaria prophylactics do not prevent Malaria, but do treat it if you come down with the disease. They also prevent you from getting seriously ill. It is NOT true that Malaria cannot be cured.

You have 2 broad malaria prophylaxis choices:

Daily tablets: Doxycycline or Chloroquine & Paludrine combination pills Weekly tablets: Larium, Mefliam, Mefloquine, Malarine.

Please note that the Chloriquine & Paludrine combination pills are virtually ineffective in East Africa due to their widespread usage there in the past. We do not recommend that you take this type of prophylaxis unless you are unable to take any of the others. You may have heard negative reports about Larium and its side effects. However, it is 95% effective while the daily tablets are only about 30% effective. Please consult your doctor before selecting your prophylaxis.

It is very important to begin taking your tablets one week before entering a malaria area, and for four weeks after leaving, as this is the incubation period. For more information on Malaria, visit www.travelclinic.co.za

VACCINATIONS We recommend that you have the following vaccinations for Africa: Hepatitis A (Havrax), Cholera, Tetanus Booster Shot, Rabies Please note this guide is for information only - you should consult your doctor or travel clinic for the latest requirements

Yellow Country Tetanus Polio Diptheria Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Typhoid Menningitis Rabies Malaria Fever

Botswana R R R R R R R # R Ethiopia R R R R R R R R R R Kenya R R R R R R R* R R # R Lesotho R R R R R R R #

Madagascar R R R R R R R # R

Malawi R R R R R R R # R

Mozambique R R R R R R R # R

Namibia R R R R R R R* R # R

South Africa R R R R R R # R

Swaziland R R R R R R R # R Tanzania R R R R R R R C R Uganda R R R R R R R C R Zambia R R R R R R R R R Zimbabwe R R R R R R R # R

R Recommended # If you are entering one country from a Yellow Fever infected area, you must have a vaccination certificate. C Compulsory * In particular parts of the country

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If travelling further north of Vic Falls, then you will definitely require proof of a Yellow Fever vaccination. Travel Clinics provide vaccinations and Malaria tablets, as well as free consultations. This is useful before and after the tour. Many of the clinics listed below also have branches in Johannesburg or Pretoria.

Cape Town Tel: +27 21 419 1888 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.meditravel.co.za NETCARE TRAVEL CLINIC 58 Strand Street, Picbel Arcade, 11th Floor, Cape Town Tel: +27 21 419 3172 MEDI-TRAVEL INTERNATIONAL E-mail [email protected] Clock Tower Development, V&A Waterfront Website www.travelclinic.co.za ALCOHOL AND DRUGS At Nomad we do not run booze-cruise tours. We want you to enjoy yourselves and it is great to sit around the fire exchanging stories enjoying your favourite tipple, but the attitude of drinking from early morning until late at night makes for unpleasantness. You dehydrate even quicker consuming alcohol. Most campsites have bar facilities, we simply ask that drinking is kept to a reasonable level for your enjoyment.

We have a firm policy about drugs on tour. We do not tolerate them! Police regularly inspect our trucks and campsites and we make numerous border crossings. If you are caught in possession of illegal substances we cannot help. You do not want to add a spell in a local jail to your experiences!

LOCAL LAWS AND CUSTOMS Passengers are required to obey all laws of the countries through which we pass. This particularly applies to the smuggling of contraband and possession of narcotic drugs and firearms. Any passenger found contravening such laws or putting other passengers at risk may be required to leave the tour immediately with no refund of the tour fare. Please remember that we are guests in each of the countries we visit, it is good manners to comply with their customs.

SECURITY Travelling in any strange place has its potential dangers. Africa is no different. Due to massive levels of poverty, petty theft is rampant.

Basic rules apply: • Do not bring unnecessary valuables along with you such as jewellery or expensive watches. • Do not leave your personal possessions unattended • Do not be reckless in your behaviour. Be careful • Always walk together as a group, especially at night

It is also suggested that you photocopy all your travel documents and store them separately to the originals. Security of the vehicle is part of the reality of tour-life and you will be expected to assist when necessary.

Although all care and attention will be exercised, Nomad Adventure Tours nor its agents and employees can accept responsibility for anything deposited in the truck safe or left on the vehicle.

Travel insurance for personal belongings is also advisable, as you are not covered by Nomad for personal items such as clothes, cameras etc. You are responsible for your possessions at all times.

6 BACKGROUND INFORMATION

BOOKS, MAPS, DVD’S AND GAME RECORD Many people like to read up on an area before visiting it. We have compiled a selection of books and maps, which we feel, will reflect much of what you are going to experience and see.

These books are among many that are worth looking out for and should be available at any good book store or library: THE SCRAMBLE FOR AFRICA Thomas Pakenham VENTURE INTO THE INTERIOR Laurens Van der Post OUT OF AFRICA & LETTERS FROM AFRICA Karen Blixen GREEN HILLS OF AFRICA Ernest Hemingway THE SERENGETI SHALL NOT DIE B & M. Grzimek THE FLAME TREES OF THIKA Elspeth Huxley THE AFRICANS David Lamb FACING MOUNT KENYA Jomo Kenyatta A FIELD GUIDE TO THE MAMMALS OF AFRICA T.Holtenorth & H.Diller A FIELD GUIDE TO THE LARGER MAMMALS OF AFRICA J.Dorset, P.Dandelot A FIELD GUIDE TO THE BIRDS OF EAST AFRICA J.Williams & N.Arlott AFRICA’S TOP WILDLIFE COUNTRIES Mark Nolting DARK STAR SAFARI Paul Theroux

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Follow your route with a good map The Michelin 955, which covers East and Southern Africa; Bartholomew’s ‘Africa World Travel Map’ – covering the whole continent on one map.

Movies worth seeing: OUT OF AFRICA The adaptation of the life of Karen Blixen. GORILLAS IN THE MIST The story of Dian Fossey’s work with the mountain gorillas. WHITE MISCHIEF The true story of the unsolved murder in Kenya, in the early 1940’s, of Josslyn Hay, 22nd Earl of Errol. I DREAMED OF AFRICA The story of an Italian family settling in Kenya, from the book of the same name. THE GRANADA SURVIVAL SERIES The National Geographic society’s collection of wildlife videos. CRY THE BELOVED COUNTRY An excellent story set in South Africa THE WHITE MASAAI The true story of a Swiss woman’s marriage to a Masaai warrior.

GAME RECORD Very important to keep in mind when you go on a game drive or walk: You are not in a zoo, no one can ever guarantee the animals we will see and the amount of animals we will see. All our Nomad guides and all our local partners know where to best spot animals and do have an extensive knowledge about where and when to best see wildlife. There is simply no way anyone can ever guarantee to see animals.

RULES FOR GAME DRIVES When you are on a game drive – no matter if it is our Nomad truck or an open 4x4 vehicle – please be as quiet as possible at all times and don’t make sudden movements to make the biggest success out of your game drive. We would recommend to bring some binoculars!

Aardwolf Gerenuk Kudu (Greater) Serval Baboon (olive) Giant Forest Hog Kudu (Lesser) Sitatunga Baboon (Yellow) Giraffe (Masai) Leopard Spring Hare Bat-eared Fox Giraffe (Reticulated) Lion Squirrel (Bush) Bongo Golden Cat Mongoose Squirrel (Ground) Buffalo Gorilla (Mountain) Monitor Lizard Steinbok Bush Baby Hare Colobus Monkey Suni Bushbuck Hartebeest Patas Monkey Topi Bush-pig Hippopotamus Sykes Monkey Uganda Kob Cheetah Honey Badger (Ratel) Vervet monkey Warthog Chimpanzee Hunting Dog Oribi Waterbuck (Common) Civet Hyaena (Spotted) Oryx Waterbuck (Defassa’s) Crocodile Hyaena (Stripped) Ostrich Wildcat Dikdik (Bush) Hyrax (Rock) Otter Wildebeest Duiker (Red) Hyrax (Tree) Pangolin Zebra (Burchill’s) Eland Impala Porcupine Zebra (Grevy’s) Elephant Jackal (Golden) Reedbuck Other... Gazelle (Grant’s) Jackal (Side Stripped) Rhinoceros (Black) Other... Gazelle (Thompsons) Jackal (Silverbacked) Rhinoceros (White) Other... Genet Cat Klipspringer Sable Antelope Other...

PLEASE NOTE All information provided in this booklet has been compiled with great care. To the best of our knowledge all the information is as accurate as possible, however it must be accepted that various details are subject to change according to local conditions.

AND FINALLY… We would be most grateful if you would help us by completing the questionnaire provided at the end of your holiday or write to us with your comments. The constructive views of previous clients have helped us to refine our itineraries and maintain high operating standards. If you are not given a feedback form at the end of the tour all comments can be sent to [email protected] .

HAVE A WONDERFUL TOUR AND SEE YOU ON THE ROAD…

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