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AFRICA, ARABIA & PERSIA

58 Africa, Arabia & Persia

a close encounter with this striking herd was just the start of our safari thrills

Zebras, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania

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Experience the inspiration of travelTravel has the ability to take us away from the ordinary; the every day. It enables us to see the world through new eyes and understand our place in it. Whether to remote destinations which are off the beaten track or to well-trodden sophisticated urban centres, there are new experiences to be had and local cultures to absorb.

When you put yourself in the hands of A&K, you do so in the knowledge that for over 50 years we have been building a global business taking you to destinations near and far in seamless style and comfort. We make sure everything is organised so you don’t need to lift a finger, even in the most rugged locations. You’ll be put up in the most fitting lodgings whether an elegant palace hotel, an outback station or a traditional felt tent. Luxury for us is the quality of the service and the experiences you’ll have.

No matter how or where you travel, we will ensure your holiday includes just the right amount of activity and adventure, the most suitable modes of transport, meals that reflect the local cuisine and leisure time when it’s needed most. You can feel perfectly comfortable and secure with the backing of our 52 offices worldwide and over 2,000 staff whose number one goal is your satisfaction.

Find an inspiring collection of travel ideas right here and let us deliver what we do best.

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

@geoffrey_kent

Sossusvlei, Namibia

the seemingly desolate landscape, the giant dunes and the rich colours were simply spellbinding

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A&K Philanthropy 4

The A&K Difference 6

Qantas Frequent Flyer 8 Map 10

Sanctuary Retreats 12

Africa 14South Africa 16Botswana 20Zambia 22Zimbabwe 23South Africa, Zambia & Botswana 24Namibia 26Madagascar 27Tanzania 28Kenya 30Kenya & Tanzania 32Uganda 34Rwanda 35Ethiopia 36

Africa Hotels & Lodges 38

North Africa, Arabia & Persia 40Iran 42Morocco 43Oman 46Egypt 48Jordan & Egypt 49Jordan 50Israel 51

Hosted Small Group Journeys 52

North Africa & Arabia Hotels 53

Terms & Conditions 56

Contents

AKP’s Masai Mara Conservation Programme

it was inspiring to see the next generation involved in such an important initiative


Abercrombie & Kent Philanthropy

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


Nasir-ol-Molk mosque interior, Shiraz

the mosque was a kaleidoscope of colour and texture - a visual feast

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50 YEARS & COUNTING

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

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

DEDICATED EXPERTISE

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

SEAMLESS PRIVATE JOURNEYS

For 55 years we have researched every destination we go to. Itineraries are subjected to close scrutiny and every element of a journey is carefully considered in terms of logistics and guest enjoyment. The result is the selection of holidays featured in this brochure, each one tried and tested, presenting the destination in the best possible way, in seamless style and comfort. These journeys are all designed to give you an experience beyond compare and are operated on a private basis for you and your travelling companion.

CUSTOMISED FOR YOU

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

A GLOBAL NETWORK

In contrast to other travel companies who rely on third parties to create their programmes and support them on the ground, our A&K itineraries are backed by over 2,200 handpicked staff across our 52 offices worldwide. We know that through our global network of experts, we have the knowledge and resources to create memorable journeys and take care of every detail before, during and after your journey.

OUR GUIDES

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

HOSTED JOURNEYS

Also available is A&K’s exclusive portfolio of expert-led small group journeys taking guests to a variety of different destinations around the world. The journeys are creatively designed with educational elements that broaden the mind and foster an in-depth knowledge of the destinations, their people, wildlife and culture. Group sizes are no more than 24 with expert tour hosts who are both entertaining and charismatic travelling companions with strong connections to the destination or expertise relevant to the journey focus. See page 52 for our Hosted Journeys in the region.


The A&K Difference


START EARNING QANTAS POINTSEarn 1 Qantas Point for every AUD$1 spent on eligible itineraries*.

Abercrombie & Kent is delighted to announce that guests can now earn Qantas Points when booking a luxury holiday.Qantas Frequent Flyer members will earn 1 Qantas Point for every dollar spent on an A&K land itinerary of seven nights or more* (excludes taxes and credit card fees).

*You must be a Qantas Frequent Flyer Member to earn and redeem Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Membership and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer Terms and Conditions, available at qantas.com/terms. Qantas Frequent Flyer Members can earn 1 Qantas Point per AU$1 spent on Eligible Products. Eligible Product(s) means any new International and Domestic private tour land itinerary booking of seven nights or more, created by Abercrombie & Kent, excluding flights (Eligible Booking). Qantas Points shall be awarded to you based upon the final amount spent on any Eligible Booking. Where a refund is applied after you return from your Eligible Booking, the final amount of Qantas Points awarded will be determined by the final amount paid less the refund amount. If Eligible Bookings are made in currencies other than AU$, the number of Qantas Points earned will be calculated based on the exchange rate of the day when final payment was made. Full terms and conditions can be found at abercrombiekent.com.au/qantas-frequent-flyer/abercrombie-kent-qantas-frequent-flyer-terms-and-conditions

**Card products referred to are not Qantas products and not offered or issued by Qantas but by the relevant Card partners. The applicable Card Partner is the credit provider and credit licensee under the National Consumer Credit laws.

Qantas Frequent Flyers who book a tour with A&K using their Qantas Frequent Flyer linked credit card will also earn additional points**.Please do take the time to visit our website where we are also highlighting the potential points you could earn when booking eligible itineraries.Start exploring today, book your qualifying holiday and you could be closer to your dream reward, whether it be a flight to an exotic destination, a shopping voucher or one of the many other rewards available through Qantas Frequent Flyer.

You could earn 15,955 points per member. You could earn 11,650 points per member.

‘Southern Africa Safari Adventure’ itinerary (pag.24) Valued from $15,955 per person.

‘Kasbahs & Caravans’ itinerary (pag.43) Valued from $11,650 per person.


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WIN YOUR SHARE OF 600,000 QANTAS POINTSAbercrombie & Kent has been pioneering experiential luxury travel since

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To celebrate our new partnership, we’re giving three lucky guests the chance to share in 600,000 Qantas Points.

To enter, between 15 August, 2016 to 31 March, 2017, simply book an A&K private itinerary of seven nights or more for travel up to 31 December, 2017

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North Africa & Arabia

South & East Africa

Persia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MOROCCO

EGYPT

ETHIOPIA

UGANDAKENYA

TANZANIA

ZAMBIA

BOTSWANA

SOUTH AFRICA

ZIMBABWENAMIBIA

MOZAMBIQUE

ISRAEL

RWANDA

JORDAN

A&K’S AFRICA, ARABIA & PERSIAWhere will your journey take you?


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

IRAN One of the most cultured nations on earth, Iran is full of surprises. Its people are warm and welcoming and its monuments dazzling.

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEYCHELLES This archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean is best known for its beaches, coral reefs, diving, nature reserves and rare wildlife.

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

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

KENYA

MADAGASCAR

MAURITIUS

SEYCHELLES

U.A.E

IRAN

OMAN


SANCTUARY RETREATS PORTFOLIO

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

This portfolio of luxury lodges and safari camps has individual properties in some of

the most stunning wilderness areas in the world. Each one is completely unique in its

design and operates around the philosophy of “Luxury, naturally.”

SANCTUARY KUSINITanzania - Serengeti National Park

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

SANCTUARY SWALATanzania - Tarangire National Park

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

SANCTUARY NGORONGORO CRATER CAMP Tanzania - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

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

SANCTUARY OLONANAKenya - Masai Mara Game Reserve

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

SANCTUARY SERENGETI MIGRATION CAMP Tanzania - Serengeti National Park

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

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SANCTUARY MAKANYANE SAFARI LODGESouth Africa - Madikwe Game Reserve

8 Luxury SuitesActivities: game drives, walking safaris, bird watching.

SANCTUARY GORILLA FOREST CAMP Uganda - Bwindi Impenetrable N.P.

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

SANCTUARY CHICHELE PRESIDENTIAL LODGEZambia - South Luangwa National Park

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

SANCTUARYPUKU RIDGE CAMPZambia - South Luangwa National Park

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

SANCTUARY SUSSI & CHUMA Zambia - Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park

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

SANCTUARY CHOBE CHILWERO Botswana - Chobe National Park

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

SANCTUARY STANLEY’S CAMP Botswana - Okavango Delta

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

SANCTUARY BAINES’ CAMP Botswana - Okavango Delta

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

SANCTUARY CHIEF’S CAMP Botswana - Moremi Game Reserve

10 Luxury Pavilions 1 Geoffrey Kent Luxury Suite Activities: game drives, mokoro excursions (seasonal) and spa treatments.


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AfricaRich in natural treasures, Africa has long attracted adventurers, traders, explorers, intrepid travellers and trailblazers alike. Its landscapes have inspired artists and writers for centuries and its tribal culture is colourful and intriguing in equal measure.

For today’s traveller, Africa’s main allure is its wildlife and a safari is the only way to see it. From the huge wildebeest and zebra herds of the Serengeti, to the playful impala of the Okavango Delta, big cats in the Sabi Sand and primates in the forests of central Africa, the desert species of Namibia and the shy nocturnal animals of the South Luangwa, the diversity is extraordinary and the attractions differ from country to country.

Africa is the home of A&K and with 55 years’ experience there the company knows it inside out. There are many destinations to choose from and ways to see the game – on foot, by 4WD, from the water and from the air. You’ll be amazed and delighted by what this continent has to offer.

When to Go

South Africa is an exceptional destination year round. Namibia also offers perennial attractions with the dry months of September and October peak times for wildlife. Kenya and Tanzania have outstanding game viewing and spectacular scenery year round, the region’s greatest attraction being the annual wildebeest migration between the Serengeti and the Masai Mara (June – September). Botswana is best visited between May and October, whilst prime game viewing time in Zambia and Zimbabwe is April to November. Travel is best in Uganda and Rwanda between June and September, Madagascar between June and November and Mauritius April through November. Prime time to visit central Ethiopia is October to April.

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Go Beyond the OrdinaryAt A&K we pride ourselves on the ability to offer unique one of a kind experiences that are guaranteed to make your journey with us unforgettable. These are just a few of our hand-picked favourites.


A night under the stars for the ultimate safari sleep-out

Sleep under the stars

A life-changing interaction with elephants in Botswana

See wildlife from a different perspective in Kenya

Share the wonders of Africa with your children

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BOTSWANA

NA

MIB

IA

INDIAN OCEANAir

CapeTown

Kruger National

Park

Johannesburg

Pretoria

SOUTH AFRICA

Port ElizabethOudtshoorn

Plettenberg BayKnysna

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

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Best of South Africa

SOUTH AFRICA | 8 Days | Cape Town – Sabi Sand Game Reserve - Johannesburg

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

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

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

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

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

Day 5: Cape Town – Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Transfer to the airport for the flight* to Sabi Sand with a transfer to your luxury accommodation at Londolozi Private Game Reserve in the heart of the famous Sabi Sand. Londolozi is an exclusive 14,000 hectare safari wilderness where your accommodation is at the intimate Londolozi Varty Camp where just ten chalets are ideally situated along the riverbank (B,L,D). Londolozi Varty Camp (Chalet)

Days 6-7: Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Two days of exceptional game viewing at Londolozi where chances of seeing the Big Five are excellent and leopard viewing is unsurpassed. Your experiences are tailored to suit your individual interests and expectations and in addition to game viewing activities include yoga, clay pigeon shooting, tracking

adventures, all day walking expeditions or a visit to the local Shangaan Cultural Village and Learning Centre (B,L,D). Londolozi Varty Camp (Chalet)

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

Cape Grace, Cape Town

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $7,465 Solo Traveller: From $11,995

*Flight not Included.


SOUTH AFRICA | 13 Days | Cape Town – Grootbos Private N.R. – Kwandwe Private G.R. - Phinda G.R. - Johannesburg

BOTSWANA

NA

MIB

IA

INDIAN OCEAN

AirRoad

CapeTown

Johannesburg

Pretoria

SOUTH AFRICA

Port Elizabeth

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve

Phinda Private Game Reserve

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Durban

Perfect for the second time traveller or those wanting to veer off the usual safari trail, this itinerary explores the lesser visited game reserves along the coast giving you opportunity to see both the marine and land based wildlife of South Africa. Staying in the very best hotels and safari lodges throughout, you can be sure of an intimate and unparalleled safari experience.

Day 1: Arrive Cape Town. An A&K greeting on arrival and assistance to your luxury hotel set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s waterfront. One&Only Cape Town (Marina Table Mountain Room)

Day 2: Cape Town. This morning an ascent by aerial cableway up Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain (weather permitting) followed by a tour of historic Cape Town including a walk through the Company Gardens, the National Art Gallery, National Library and the Castle of Good Hope. Afternoon at leisure (B). One&Only Cape Town (Marina Table Mountain Room)

Day 3: Cape Town. Venture south for a full day exploration of the beautiful and dramatic Cape Peninsula. Travel over the famous Chapman’s Peak Drive and continue to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve where you can climb the steps or ride a funicular railway to the top. Also visit Boulders, a sheltered beach famous for its colony of endangered Jackass Penguins (B,L). One&Only Cape Town (Marina Table Mountain Room)

Day 4: Cape Town - Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. This morning visit the picturesque and historic town of Stellenbosch for wine tasting before continuing to Grootbos Nature Reserve an eco-paradise at the southern tip of Africa. Look out for the ‘Marine Big 5’ (whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins) and the extraordinary floral diversity at Grootbos (B,L,D). Grootbos Private Nature Reserve (Garden Lodge 1 Bedroom Luxury Suite)

Days 5-6: Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Two days at Grootbos with a diverse choice of activities: horse-riding; guided walks; coastal drives; bird watching; cave tours as well as land-based whale-watching (seasonal) (B,L,D). Grootbos Private Nature Reserve (Garden Lodge 1 Bedroom Luxury Suite)

Stylish Southern Lands

Day 7: Grootbos - Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. Transfer to Cape Town airport for your flight* to Port Elizabeth where you are met and transferred to Kwandwe (B,L,D). Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge (Suite)

Days 8-9: Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. Spend two days at Kwandwe with a wide range of activities on offer including twice-daily game-drives, nature walks and big game tracking on foot with armed ranger and tracker team (subject to availability) (B,L,D). Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge (Suite)

Day 10: Kwandwe – Phinda Game Reserve. Transfer to Port Elizabeth for the flight* northeast to Durban, connecting to a light aircraft transfer to your lodge in the Phinda Private Game Reserve (B,L,D). andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge (Suite)

Days 11-12: Phinda Game Reserve. The next two days are at leisure. Thanks to its coastal rainfall pattern, Phinda enjoys a lush, green ecosystem rich in fauna and flora, and is host to an amazing range of birdlife. Set on a 56,800 acre private game reserve, the area is home to cheetah, black rhino and nyala. Complimentary activities at the lodge include game-drives, walking, and boat cruises. Also available at an additional charge is scuba diving and scenic flights over the area (B,L,D). andBeyond Phinda Vlei Lodge (Suite)

Day 13: Phinda – Johannesburg. A final game drive this morning before a flight to Johannesburg (B).

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge



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Widely regarded as one of the world’s most luxurious trains, the Blue Train is an all-inclusive experience offering five star-accommodation, fine cuisine, personalised butler service and routes that offer breathtaking views of the South African countryside. The finest cuisine prepared by top chefs is served with some of the best wines South Africa has to offer. By day, the private suites are elegant and relaxing havens with lounge chairs and a writing desk affording unparalleled views of the passing countryside. By night they transform into cosy bedrooms complete with all the luxury trimmings and an en suite bathroom. The journey between Pretoria and Cape Town is run on a regular schedule and the train can be chartered for any other route in South Africa.

PRETORIA – CAPE TOWN | 2 DAYS

The southbound route is a 30 hour journey of 1,600 km through some of South Africa’s most diverse and spectacular scenery. En route there is a stopover and excursion in Kimberley, where guests take a step back in time to the days of the diamond rush.

Also available from Cape Town to Pretoria the Northbound route includes a stop at Matjiesfontein for an off-the-train excursion in this Victorian-era town complete with a glass of sherry in a local bar.

PRICE (De Luxe Suite) Twin Share Per Person: From $1,435 Solo Traveller: From $2,155Book your journey and receive a free night’s accommodation with transfer in Pretoria or Cape Town before or after your journey.

PRETORIA – HOEDSPRUIT | 2 DAYS

A new overnight route from Pretoria to Hoedspruit and the Kruger National Park has been introduced to deliver guests to this outstanding wildlife area where a broad choice of outstanding camps and lodges is available.

PRICE (De Luxe Suite) Twin Share Per Person: From $920 Solo Traveller: From $1,380

Luxury Suite, Blue Train Rovos Rail

THE BLUE TRAIN ROVOS RAIL

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

PRETORIA – CAPE TOWN | 3 DAYS

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

PRICE (Deluxe Suite) Twin Share Per Person: From $1,505 Solo Traveller: From $2,260 PRETORIA – VICTORIA FALLS | 4 DAYS

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

PRICE (Deluxe Suite) Twin Share Per Person: From $1,975 Solo Traveller: From $2,960 CAPE TOWN – DAR ES SALAAM | 15 DAYS

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

PRICE (Deluxe Suite) Twin Share Per Person: From $16,930 Solo Traveller: From $23,355

LUXURY RAIL JOURNEYSLengthen your A&K holiday with one of these train journeys.


EXPLORE MORE OF SOUTH AFRICA

Wine tasting, Grande Provence, Franschhoek

A family game drive in the Madikwe

THE GARDEN ROUTE

THE CAPE WINELANDS

MADIKWE GAME RESERVE

South Africa’s famous Garden Route is one of the world’s great coastal drives stretching 210 km east from Cape Town along the continent’s southern coastline. The waters of the Indian Ocean glisten and at certain times of the year are home to migrating whales and dolphins. There’s a good choice of boutique accommodation which is luxurious and well located allowing easy access to local attractions. It ’s best done over four days with an A&K driver/guide from beginning to end or can also be explored on a self-drive itinerary.

Famous for its wines and gourmet produce the Cape Winelands is a picturesque region just outside Cape Town. We recommend visits to our handpicked vineyards, providores and producers where guests taste the epicurean delights on offer and hear from the experts about what makes each item so special. There are many wines to sample with a wine ambassador on hand, Belgian chocolates, cheese and a Cape Cuisine walking tour.

For an unforgettable family holiday, a safari ticks all the boxes. There are experiences to suit child, parent and grandparent alike with wildlife encounters and tailored activities all part of the excitement. Madikwe Game Reserve is an excellent choice for families because of its malaria-free status, its proximity to Johannesburg and the outstanding bush experiences it offers with game drives by day and night, junior tracking activities, animal identification and well-appointed lodge accommodation.

A glowing landscape on the Garden Route, South Africa

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘South Africa Garden Route’ from Cape Town | 4 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Cape Food & Wine Route’ from Cape Town | 3 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘A Family Adventure in South Africa’ from Cape Town | 13 Days

Get more out of your holiday and explore the region in greater depth. Here are some recommendations to complement your visit. Ask your Travel Specialist how best to personalise your journey or visit www.abercrombiekent.com.au to learn more.

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BOTSWANA | 8 Days | Kasane - Chobe National Park – Okavango Delta – Maun

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SOUTH AFRICA

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Victoria Falls

LivingstoneKasane

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AKP supported project: Living with elephants.

African Waterways

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

Day 1: Kasane - Chobe National Park. A warm A&K welcome to Botswana on arrival at Kasane airport in the north of the country. Transfer to your lodge in nearby Chobe National Park, Botswana’s second largest park famous for its massive herds of elephant and buffalo, Afternoon game viewing (L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Thatched Cottage). Day 2: Chobe National Park. Today enjoy a morning game drive traversing the park’s diverse landscapes, getting up close to elephants, hippo, buffalo, puku and other animals that gather on the banks of the Chobe River. Lion and leopard are also found in the area. This afternoon take a boat safari on the river watching elephants as they come down to drink and bathe as the sun sets. Alternatively you might like to indulge in a pampering spa treatment at the spa (additional cost) (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero (Luxury Thatched Cottage).

Day 3: Chobe – Okavango Delta. Continue on by light aircraft into the heart of the Okavango Delta with its network of lagoons, palm islands and floodplains. Settle in before your afternoon safari adventure by mokoro (seasonal), 4WD or on foot (B,L,D). Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp (Safari Tent) or Sanctuary Baines’ Camp (Luxury Suite)

Day 4: Okavango Delta. Today a rare and unforgettable experience awaits. Join handler Doug and his herd of semi-habituated elephants Jabu, Thembi and Morula for a once in a lifetime experience. You’ll spend a morning with these gentle pachyderms on their daily forage. By participating in this activity you are supporting the Living With Elephants Foundation, a

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

Day 5: Okavango Delta. Fly onwards by light aircraft to the newly refurbished Sanctuary Chief’s Camp in the world renowned Mombo Concession, Africa’s “predator capital”. Vast numbers of animals congregate here all year round and Chief’s Island is one of the many created by the seasonal flood waters of the Okavango Delta. Game viewing here is outstanding with the Big Five a highlight (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Days 6-7: Okavango Delta. Further explore the Delta, experiencing the exceptional wildlife by 4WD with an expert safari guide or a mokoro ride through the waterways (in season). There are good opportunities to see rhino, leopard, giraffe, elephant, buffalo, zebra, antelope – and for the keen birder, a wonderful variety of avian species (B,L,D). Sanctuary Chief’s Camp (Luxury Bush Pavilion)

Day 8: Depart Okavango. Fly by light aircraft flight to Maun where your safari ends (B).

Sanctuary Baines’ Camp, Okavango Delta

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $7,995 Solo Traveller: From $8,210 Price is based on staying at Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp.


MAKGADIKGADI SALT PANS

CENTRAL KALAHARI GAME RESERVE

A relic of one of the world’s largest super lakes, the remote Makgadikgadi Salt Pans radiate a beauty that is raw and savage yet this ancient otherworldly landscape is home to some unique wildlife and extraordinary archaeological artefacts. During the wet season 35-75,000 zebra and wildebeest migrate into the glaring white landscape with regular sightings of lion, cheetah and other predators who follow in their wake - this is southern Africa’s last surviving zebra and wildebeest migration. Flamingo can also be seen in the hundreds of thousands while the captivating and engaging meerkat and the elusive brown hyaena also call this place home.

Located in the Kalahari Desert biome in the central part of Botswana, this reserve is the largest conservation area in the country and one of the largest in the world. Its star attractions include the legendary Kalahari black-maned lion as well as some of the world’s best cheetah viewing. Fascinating cultural experiences are a highlight with the opportunity for an authentic insight into the ancient Bushman clans of the area as well as diverse game viewing from carnivores and wildebeest to red hartebeest, springbok, honey badger and mongoose.

EXPLORE MORE OF BOTSWANA

Sundowners on the salt flats, Jacks’s Camp , Makgadikgadi

Central Kalahari Game Reserve

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Delta to Desert’ from Maun | 11 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

Stay under canvas at Kalahari Plains Camp


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

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Victoria Falls

Livingstone

South LuangwaNational Park

Lower ZambeziNational Park

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Wings over Zambia

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

Day 1: Arrive Lusaka. An A&K welcome to the Zambian capital and transfer to your boutique hotel. Latitude Fifteen Degrees (Luxury Suite)

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

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

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

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

the endangered wild dog, and a guided walking safari will highlight the smaller creatures of the bush (B,L,D). Sausage Tree Camp (Signature Tent)

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

Victoria Falls Extension | 3 DaysComplement your safari experience with a visit to the Zambian side of spectacular Victoria Falls. Stay at either Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma set in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park or The Royal Livingstone Hotel overlooking the falls. PRICE Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Twin Share Per Person: From $1,810 Solo Traveller: From $1,895

Royal Livingstone Hotel Twin Share Per Person: From $2,035 Solo Traveller: From $3,810

AKP supported project: Nakatindi Community & School

Canoeing the Zambezi from Sausage Tree Camp, Lower Zambezi National Park




ZIMBABWE | 10 Days | Victoria Falls – Hwange National Park – Lake Kariba – Mana Pools National Park – Victoria Falls

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Zimbabwe Discovery

The beautiful country of Zimbabwe offers some of the best wildlife in Africa and this journey takes you into Hwange National Park, the country’s largest, famous for its elephant concentrations, the Matusadona National Park on Lake Kariba as well as the breathtaking Mana Pools National Park in the Zambezi Valley. Accommodation is in luxury tented camps with a variety of safari activities including game drives, walks and boat trips with an option to charter a house boat on Lake Kariba.

Day 1: Victoria Falls – Hwange National Park. Depart Victoria Falls by light aircraft south to Hwange National Park, the country’s largest. Hwange is legendary for its vast array of wildlife, particularly the massive herds of elephant and buffalo (L,D). Linkwasha Camp (Luxury Tent)

Days 2-3: Hwange National Park. Two days to explore Hwange. This park is one of the best for predators – lion, leopard, wild dog and cheetah are regularly sighted, along with the smaller African wildcat, serval, honey badger, civet and spotted hyena. Bird life in the area is also prolific, with more than 400 species found (B,L,D). Linkwasha Camp (Luxury Tent)

Day 4: Hwange National Park – Lake Kariba. Fly to Lake Kariba where you are transferred to your tented camp located on the shores of the lake. (B,L,D). Changa Safari Camp (Luxury Tent)

Days 5-6: Lake Kariba. The next two days are exploring Lake Kariba with game viewing by boat and 4WD in the Matusadona National Park plus excellent fishing opportunities. Birdlife is prolific and walking safaris a highlight (B,L,D). Changa Safari Camp (Luxury Tent)

Day 7: Lake Kariba – Mana Pools National Park. Fly to Mana Pools in the north of the country.Ringed by the distant blue hills of the escarpment, this area is bursting with a profusion of birds and animals, especially during the dry season from June to October (B,L,D). Ruckomechi Camp (Tented Room)

Days 8-9: Mana Pools National Park. Two days here in this beautiful part of the world renowned for the large numbers of elephant, buffalo, hippo and eland. Predators such as lion, leopard and wild dog are also found. Birdlife is superb, particularly for both mopane woodland and riverine species. (B,L,D). Ruckomechi Camp (Tented Room)

Lake Kariba by Private HouseboatUpgrade your experience on Days 4-6 with your own privately chartered houseboat on Lake Kariba. Tailor your own safari with both water and land based activities. A crew of four, your own personal chef and three spacious air-conditioned queen bedded cabins. Boasting alfresco bar, lounge, dining areas and Jacuzzi, MV Matusadona is perfect for a family holiday, romantic getaway, or an intimate small group safari experience.

Day 10: Mana Pools National Park – Victoria Falls. Farewell from A&K as you end your safari with a flight back to Victoria Falls airport (B).

Victoria Falls

MV Matusadona, Lake Kariba

SUPPLEMENT COST Twin Share Per Person: From $4,885Discounts apply for families and groups. Ask A&K for further details.


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Livingstone

Johannesburg

ZIMBABWE

BOTSWANA

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SOUTH AFRICA

PretoriaGaborone

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Kruger National Park

Linyanti OkavangoDelta

Central Kalahari

SOUTH AFRICA, ZAMBIA, BOTSWANA | 12 Days | Johannesburg – Sabi Sand G.R. – Livingstone – Linyanti W.R. – Okavango Delta

Southern Africa Safari Adventure

Visiting three southern African countries, this outstanding safari takes you to the region’s finest game viewing locations. The iconic Sabi Sand is a stand out where you stay in an enchanting riverside lodge and go in search of the Big Five. You’ll marvel at the extraordinary Victoria Falls and the huge herds of elephants in the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve. Cap it all off with outstanding game viewing in the Okavango Delta where you stay in an intimate tented camp.

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

Day 2: Johannesburg – Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. This morning you are transferred to the airport for the aircraft transfer into the Sabi Sand and on to your luxury riverside lodge with its direct access to the Sabie River, which has some of the world’s most spectacular game viewing along its sandy banks. This afternoon head out on a game drive (B,L,D). Lion Sands River Lodge (Luxury Room)

Days 3-4: Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Two days of exceptional game viewing at Lion Sands with morning and late afternoon game drives as well as guided walks, star gazing from a riverside platform, picnic lunches and bird watching (B,L,D). Lion Sands River Lodge (Luxury Room)

Day 5: Sabi Sand – Livingstone, Zambia. Depart on a light aircraft transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport where you connect with the onward flight* to Livingstone, Zambia. Here you are met and transferred by boat to The Royal Livingstone which is located on the Zambezi River with views of the Falls. This afternoon enjoy a Zambezi sundowner cruise on the African Queen (B). The Royal Livingstone Hotel (Deluxe Corner Room)

Day 6: Livingstone. This morning you are taken on a guided walking tour of the famous Victoria Falls from the Zambian side – one of the great natural wonders of the world. You can well imagine the awe experienced by David Livingstone, the first known European to see the falls, when the thundering cascade of water first presented itself. Following this enjoy high tea at the iconic Victoria Falls Hotel on the Zimbabwean side of the falls (B). The Royal Livingstone Hotel (Deluxe Corner Room)

Day 7: Livingstone – Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, Botswana. This morning transfer to Livingstone Airport. Depart Zambia on a light aircraft transfer to Kasane in northern Botswana. Transfer by light aircraft to the 10-roomed luxury Duma Tau Camp with its fantastic river views (B,D). Duma Tau Camp (Classic Tent)

Day 8: Linyanti Wildlife Reser ve. A full day in the Linyanti which borders the western boundary of Chobe National Park, is close to the source of the Savute Channel and situated between two elephant ‘corridors’ – all of which results in a plethora of wildlife on game drives along the Savute, some of the best in northern Botswana. Activities here include game drives, nature walks, boat trips, birding and fishing (seasonal) (B,L,D). Duma Tau Camp (Classic Tent)

Leopard, Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa


Day 9: Linyanti – Okavango Delta. Fly to the Okavango Delta and your intimate 6-roomed tented camp situated on a beautiful island in a private concession. Surrounded by water and lying close to large rivers, water-based activities at Little Vumbura are just as popular as those on land, both offering spectacular and diverse wildlife sightings. The rest of the day is at your leisure to familiarise yourself with your surroundings and enjoy the activities on offer (B,L,D). Little Vumbura (Classic Tent)

Days 10-11: Okavango Delta. Two full days spent in the Delta with both water and land-based game viewing activities. The diverse habitat here means that just about every species found in the Okavango can be seen with excellent predator sightings possible year round (B,L,D). Little Vumbura (Classic Tent)

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

Duma Tau Camp, Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, Botswana

Okavango Delta, Botswana

Luxury room, Lion Sands River Lodge



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NAMIBIA | 9 Days | Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Hartmann Valley – Ongava Game Reserve – Windhoek

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Etosha National Park

Ongava Game Reserve

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Desert Discovery

Namib Desert



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

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MOZAMBIQUE

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Fort Dauphin

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Morondava

Ifotaka

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Classic Madagascar

Lemur, Mandrare River Camp

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 6: Tana – Ifotaka. Transfer for the flight to Fort Dauphin where you transfer by road (approx 4 hours) to the Ifotaka region. This afternoon head out on a walk to the sacred community forests filled

with the ancestral tombs of the local Antandroy tribe (B,L,D). Mandrare River Camp (Standard Tent)

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

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

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

Madagascar Extensions Manafiafy Beach & Rainforest | 5 Days Twin Share Per Person: From $2,460 Anjajavy Beach | 5 Days Twin Share per Person: From $4,650

Tsingy & Morondava ‘The Avenue of the Baobabs’ | 4 Days Twin Share Per Person: From $6,550


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

TANZANIA

KENYA

Dodoma

RoadAir

Tarangire National Park

Mahale National Park

Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam

Arusha

Ruaha National Park

Selous Game Reserve

Mount Kilimanjaro

Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Conservation

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AKP supported projects: Arusha school and Swala beekeeping.

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

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

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

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

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

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into this vast extinct volcano whose towering walls are a natural enclosure for a dazzling abundance of wildlife. See wildebeest, zebra, buffalo and gazelle

on the plains, waterbuck, bushbuck and eland in the forest, a healthy elephant population, black rhino, lion, hippo and flamingos. On return to camp stop at a traditional Maasai Village (B,L,D). Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp (Safari Tent)

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

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

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

Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp

Tanzania Under Canvas



Mt Kilimanjaro Walking safari, Jongomero Camp

ZANZIBAR

MT KILIMANJARO

MAHALE MOUNTAINS

SOUTHERN TANZANIA

EXPLORE MORE OF TANZANIA

Baraza Resort & Spa Zanzibar Chimpanzee, Mahale National Park

Home for over centuries to Arabs, Africans and the British, the beautiful ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar has a colourful history of slaves, spices and sultans. Today it remains an exotic mix of many cultures with Stone Town at its heart. The alleyways and market place of old Stone Town are fascinating places to explore with a visit to a local spice plantation while the nearby white sand beaches and turquoise blue sea beckon.

For a high adrenaline adventure, test your skills of endurance and conquer the highest mountain in Africa, Mt Kilimanjaro. At 5895m it is the tallest free-standing mountain on earth but the climb requires no prior mountaineering experience. We recommend a week long journey along the scenic Machame Route. A&K’s Kilimanjaro operation offers the highest levels of safety and expertise and all its porters are endorsed by the International Porter Protection Group.

For a unique primate experience head to the Mahale Mountains National Park in the far west of the country. It’s one of the best places on the continent to see chimpanzees in their natural habitat. We recommended spending two days tracking these engaging primates through the tropical forest on the edge of Lake Tanganyika. A guide joins you as you locate the families in the forest and spend time in observation.

Wild and off the beaten track, southern Tanzania has plenty of appeal. From the remote Ruaha and Selous wilderness areas to the pristine Swahili coast this is a journey for return visitors or the more adventurous safari-goer. Experience unspoiled natural wilderness, dramatic landscapes plus an enormous diversity of plant, animal and birdlife. On safari, stay in unfenced camps where animals are free to pass through as they please and a rustic chic hideaway on the coast.

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Zanzibar Escape’ | 5 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Snows of Kilimanjaro’ from Arusha | 9 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Southern Tanzania Safari’ from Dar Es Salaam | 10 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Chimps of Mahale’ from Arusha | 5 Days


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

Mt Kenya

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KENYA

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NairobiMasai

Mara Nat.Reserve

Chyulu HillsNational Park

Tsavo WestNational Park

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

Samburu Nat. Reserve

Mombasa

Amboseli National Park

Laikipia Plateau

AKP supported project: Tree Planting at Sanctuary Olonana.

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

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

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

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

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

elephant and a significant rhino population (B,L,D). Lewa Wilderness Lodge (Cottage)

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

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

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

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

Wildlife & Warriors

A Masai Mara sunset



Alfajiri Garden Villa

Black rhino

Sasaab sundowners

Tsavo National Park

KENYAN COAST

LAIKIPIA PLATEAU

SAMBURU GAME RESERVE

TSAVO NATIONAL PARK

After a dusty safari on the savannah, escape to the endless white sandy beaches and turquoise waters of the Kenyan Coast. Coconut palms sway in the breeze, tropical colours abound and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean beckon. Coral reefs provide excellent diving and there’s water sports aplenty plus the unique Swahili culture and cuisine.

Forming part of the 56,000 square kilometre Ewaso ecosystem, Laikipia has a wildlife population density comparable only to that of the Masai Mara including good numbers of big cats, buffalo and more. A conservation success story, Laikipia is home to half of Kenya’s black rhino, the second largest population of elephants in Kenya and the globally threatened Grevy’s zebra.

Located in the dry northern reaches of Kenya, Samburu has a raw and rugged landscape with the winding Uwaso Nyiro River at its heart. The river banks are flanked by doum palms and acacias trees and in the deeper parts of the river are pods of hippos. The park is home to unique desert-adapted species including the Reticulated giraffe, Somali Ostrich, Grevy zebra and the graceful gerenuk. It is also home to the colourful Samburu tribe.

By far the biggest of Kenya’s national parks, Tsavo sprawls across more than 22,000 square kilometres of flat plains, scorched earth and scattered bush in the southeast of the country. By virtue of its immense size, it’s possible to traverse the wilderness for hours without seeing another vehicle. There is, however, good wildlife: from raptors to buffalo, Grant’s gazelle, as well as the iconic herds of elephant – the park is home to more than 10,000. In the west are hippos and crocodiles, plains game and predators plus extraordinary birdlife.

EXPLORE MORE OF KENYA

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Samburu & Mara Safari’ from Nairobi | 10 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

Stay at Alfajiri Villas

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‘Out of Africa’ from Nairobi | 10 Days

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Out of Africa’ from Nairobi | 10 Days


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KENYA & TANZANIA | 11 Days | Nairobi – Tarangire N.P. – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti N.P. – Masai Mara N.P. - Nairobi

TANZANIA

KENYA

Tarangire National Park

RoadAir

Tarime

Migori

Mt.KilimanjaroSerengeti N.P.

Masai Mara National Reserve

Ngorongoro Crater

Nairobi

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

The Great Wildebeest Migration, Tanzania

Great East Africa Migration

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 11: Masai Mara – Nairobi. Return by air to Wilson Airport and transfer to Nairobi Airport or your hotel (B).

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

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $12,545 Solo Traveller: From $15,180 Price is based on staying at Sanctuary Kusini.


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Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Grumeti Game Reserve

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Cheetah mother and cub

SANCTUARY KUSINI GRUMETI SERENGETI TENTED CAMP SERENGETI MIGRATION CAMPTanzania - November to March Tanzania - Mid May to Mid July Tanzania - Mid July to October

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

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

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

SEASONS IN THE SERENGETI

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

Traditional Maasai adornment

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

UGANDA

LakeVictoria

Kampala

Bwindi ImpenetrableNational Park

RWANDA

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC

OF CONGO

RoadAir

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Kibale National Park

Entebbe

AKP supported project: Bwindi Community Hospital.

Kyaninga Lodge, Kibale National Park

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

Day 1: Arrive Entebbe. Arrive into Entebbe where you are transferred to your hotel. The Boma (Standard Room) Day 2: Entebbe – Kibale National Park. Much of today is spent on the road to Kibale National Park in the far west of the country (approx 6 hours). Set against the backdrop of Lake Kyaninga and the mystical Rwenzori Mountains, Kibale has one of the highest diversities and concentration of primates of any park in Africa. It is home to a large number of endangered chimpanzees, as well as the red colobus monkey and the rare L’Hoest’s monkey (B,L,D). Kyaninga Lodge (Cottage)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gorilla, Bwindi Impenetrable N.P.

Uganda Wildlife Discovery

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $11 ,170 Solo Traveller: From $14,520


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

UGANDA

BURUNDI

LakeKivu

Parc National des Volcans

RWANDA

Kigali

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC

OF CONGO

Nyungwe Forest National Park

Road

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

Day 1: Arrive Kigali. Arrive into Kigali, the Rwandan capital, where you are met by a representative of A&K and transferred to your hotel. Kigali Serena Hotel (Prime Room) Day 2: Kigali – Parc National des Volcans. This morning enjoy a short Kigali City tour. See the craft centre, the Kandt House Museum of Natural History and the memorial for victims of the genocide of 1994, a moving experience. Make a short stop for refreshments and a briefing before driving to your luxury accommodation in the Parc National des Volcans, just a ten minute drive from Park Headquarters (B,D). Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge (Standard Cottage)

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

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

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

Mountain gorilla, Parc National des Volcans

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


Gorillas of Rwanda


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

KENYA

ETHIOPIA

GULF OF ADEN

REDSEA

RoadAir

Addis Ababa

Gondar

Bahir Dar

Axum

LalibelaLake Tana

Bale MountainsNational Park

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

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

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

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

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

Day 5: Gondar. Explore its many castles and the Church of Debre Berhan Selassie with its iconic ceiling of painted angels (B,L,D). Mayleko Lodge (Standard Room)

Day 6: Gondar – Simien Mountains – Gondar. A day travelling to the breathtaking Simien Mountains National Park, a World Heritage site. The park’s jagged mountain peaks, deep valleys and sharp precipices are truly dramatic and it is home to some extremely rare animals such as the Gelada baboon, the Simien fox and the Walia ibex, found nowhere else in the world (B,L,D). Mayleko Lodge (Standard Room)

Day 7: Gondar – Axum. A flight north to the oldest city in Ethiopia. An afternoon exploring the city and the impressive Stelae Fields (B,L,D). Remhai Hotel / Yeha Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 8: Axum – Lalibela. Fly to the World Heritage site of Lalibela. Explore the monolithic red-hued churches carved into the rock. Your guide will lead

you through the network of crevices and tunnels linking each of the churches. Still in use today step inside and you may see a robed priest observing the faith in time-honoured fashion (B,L,D). Mountain View Hotel (Standard Room)

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

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

Rock church of St . George, Lalibela

Ethiopia ExtensionsTribes of Omo Valley | 7 Days Discover the incredible number of different ethnic groups in and aorund the Omo Valley. You’ll explore their villages, learn about local customs and wander through bustling markets.

Twin Share Per Person: From $5,765 Solo Traveller: From $9,995 Bale National Park Extension | 4 Days Explore the dramatic Bale Mountains National Park, a pristine wilderness that incorporates the continent’s largest tract of Afro-alpine terrain.

Twin Share Per Person: From $3,055 Solo Traveller: From $4,335

Ethiopia: the Historic Route



Azura Benguerra Island North Island, Seychelles

BENGUERRA ISLAND, MOZAMBIQUE SEYCHELLES

MAURITIUS

Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago in the south of the country consists of five idyllic islands in a protected marine park where rare marine life including dugongs can be found as well as colourful fish and diverse birdlife. Benguerra Island is the second largest in the archipelago and, with its swaying palm trees, white sand and turquoise waters, is the quintessential Indian Ocean paradise. Pristine beaches are in abundance, unspoiled coral reefs with incredible marine life and excellent, fishing, snorkelling and diving.

There are over 100 islands in the Seychelles scattered across the blue expanse of the Indian Ocean. These seductive islands offer unspoilt beauty, whether on a flat coral castaway atoll or an island carpeted by rich vegetation and dominated by rugged granite mountains. The ocean surrounding the islands offers plenty of opportunities for diving and snorkelling amongst iridescent corals and shimmering shoals of fish while its beaches are some of the most pristine on the planet. It is also known for its nature reserves and rare wildlife such as the giant tortoise.

One of the Indian Ocean’s most idyllic islands, Mauritius is blessed with clear warm waters, spectacular white sandy beaches, incredible marine wonders and amazing water sports. It’s a year-round destination and its people are warm and welcoming. Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok, Mauritius recently re-opened after an extensive six month renovation. Located on the white sands of Trou d’Eau Douce Bay, the resort offers stunning views over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. With 203 rooms, suites and villas this five-star destination sets new standards for service and quality combining Eastern and Western elements which reflect Shangri-La’s legendary Asian hospitality. There is a choice of seven different restaurants and bars offering a range of Indian, Asian and Mediterranean cuisine, the CHI Spa with eight treatment rooms offering a variety of holistic, ayurvedic and personalised wellness treatments and a host of land and water activities.

EXPLORE THE INDIAN OCEAN

Beach Villa, Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa

A&K RECOMMENDS

Stay at Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius

A&K RECOMMENDS

Stay at North Island, a luxury private island resort

A&K RECOMMENDS

‘Sun, Sand & Safari’ | 8 Days


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ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWNSouth Africa - Cape Town

One of the finest hotels in South Africa, the award-winning One&Only Cape Town is a chic urban resort with captivating views of Table Mountain from its enviable location on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. This elegant resort offers 131 spacious rooms and suites, some of the largest in the city, all with private balcony or terrace and magnificent Table Mountain or waterway views. The hotel is a culinary destination in its own right with the only African outpost of Nobu, from the global empire of world renowned master chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa, and Reuben’s which showcases local flavours from one of the country’s leading young chefs.

The world-class One&Only Spa is the city’s most sophisticated situated on the private and lushly landscaped Spa Island. With a variety of treatments, the offerings draw upon the rich cultural heritage of South Africa. Facilities also include a fitness centre plus yoga and personal training, a large infinity-edge pool and KidsOnly club.

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

ROYAL ZAMBEZI LODGE LEEU COLLECTIONZambia - Lower Zambezi National ParkSouth Africa - Franschhoek

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

Leeu Collection comprises three five-star boutique properties in Franschhoek: Leeu Estates, a 17-room country house retreat, boutique winery and wellness spa set among vineyards and manicured gardens, offering breathtaking views of the Franschhoek Valley; Leeu House, an exclusive 12-room hotel in the heart of Franschhoek village; and Le Quartier Français, a romantic 21-room hotel and home to award winning restaurant, The Tasting Room, also in this vibrant farming village.Leeu Collection showcases inspiring artworks, unique architecture; manicured and detailed landscaping; superlative service with attention to the smallest detail; delicious and innovative cuisine; and an award-winning wine portfolio.


AND BEYOND MATETSI RIVER LODGEZimbabwe - Matetsi Private Game Reserve

This brand new property comprises two intimate camps of nine river-facing suites each. Each camp features its own guest area with a variety of dining spaces, an interactive kitchen, a bar and al fresco area with fire pit. Suite design reflects the ancient fishing and basket-weaving traditions of the region and interiors are softened by authentic craft pieces and curated natural objects. Each en suite bathroom boasts indoor and outdoor showers as well as a deep circular bath, which looks out over the Zambezi. Verandas offer refreshing private pools and a sitting area overlooking the river.

MARA PLAINS CAMPKenya - Masai Mara National Reserve

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

OL DONYO LODGEKenya - Chyulu Hills National Park

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

RUCKOMECHI CAMPZimbabwe - Mana Pools National Park

Situated on a large private concession in the heart of the Zambezi Valley’s Mana Pools National Park, Ruckomechi Camp looks out from the banks of the mighty Zambezi River with spectacular views to the mountains of the Rift Valley escarpment over the border in Zambia. The camp comprises of ten spacious and beautifully decorated en-suite tents, including two family rooms, all of which overlook the river. The central dining, bar and lounge areas face the escarpment, and there is a separate pool deck overlooking a waterhole. An inviting fire inspires convivial evenings under the African skies. Guests will enjoy excellent wildlife viewing with hippo, buffalo and predators often sighted.

North Africa, Arabia & Persia Enigmatic and alluring in equal measure, this region presents an enticing plethora of iconic sites for the discerning traveller. For millennia, it has enthralled visitors and seen ancient civilisations come and go. Crusaders, invaders, explorers and philosophers have all left their mark on these desert lands and the legacy is observed in the extraordinary monuments and diverse cultures which remain today. From the colourful souks of Morocco to Iran’s rich tapestry of ancient cultures and religions, Egypt’s mysterious pyramids and the Biblical sites of Israel, the ancient attractions of Jordan to the forts of Oman and the glittering metropolises of Dubai and Abu Dhabi

– all are destinations that dazzle the modern-day traveller.

When to Go

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

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Go Beyond the Ordinary


Cruise the Nile aboard a luxury private dahabiya

Experience traditional Omani hospitality in a local home

Marvel at the landscapes of Wadi Rum from a hot air balloon

A night in the Sahara at a luxury desert camp

At A&K we pride ourselves on the ability to offer unique one of a kind experiences that are guaranteed to make your journey with us unforgettable. These are just a few of our hand-picked favourites.


IRAN | 11 Days | Tehran – Shiraz – Yazd – Isfahan - Tehran

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U.A.E OMAN

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Nasir al-Molk Mosque, Shiraz

One of the most cultured nations on earth, Iran is full of surprises. Its people are warm and welcoming and its monuments dazzling. With 5,000 years of history, the country has seen empires and conquerors come and go. Ancient civilisations have left their mark with ruined cities like Persepolis and Pasargadae that today’s travellers have the unique opportunity of exploring. The cities are vibrant with atmospheric teahouses, bustling bazaars, a rich textile heritage and a flavoursome cuisine. It’s a destination full of surprises.

Day 1: Arrive Tehran. Arrival and transfer to your hotel (D). Hotel Espinas (Standard Room)

Day 2: Tehran. A full day touring to include Iran’s National Museum, the Abguineh Museum and the Carpet Museum with its extensive collection of Persian carpets (B,L,D). Hotel Espinas (Standard Room)

Day 3: Tehran – Shiraz. Further touring this morning includes the 18th century Golestan Palace and Museum Complex and Sa’ad-Abad Palace, the former residence of the Iranian royal family. Afternoon transfer to the airport for flight to Shiraz. Transfer to hotel (B,L,D). Zandiyeh Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 4: Shiraz. Full day city tour. Visit the beautiful Eram Garden, the tomb of Iran’s greatest lyric poet Hafez, the pink tiled 19th century Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque, the 18th century citadel, the Madrassa Khan, the Narenjestan house and garden and the Vakil Bazaar (B,L,D). Zandiyeh Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 5: Shiraz – Persepolis – Shiraz. Today visit Persepolis, the ancient capital of the Achaemenid kings, one of the most important sites of the Ancient World. See the palace remains and the famous bas-reliefs. Also see the Naghsh-e-Rostam, the fire temple, Royal Tombs and Sassanian rock-reliefs (B,L,D). Zandiyeh Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 6: Shiraz – Yazd. Today you are driven (approx. 5.5 hrs) to Yazd. Stop en route at Pasargadae, which pre-dates Persepolis, to see the tomb of Cyrus the Great, the Founder of the Persian Empire, and the remains of several of his palaces (B,L,D). Safaiyeh Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 7: Yazd – Isfahan. The morning to explore Yazd, an oasis town famous for its unique architecture and Zoroastrian community. Visit one of the 17th century

abandoned Towers of Silence, the Zoroastrian Fire Temple and the stunning Friday Mosque with a walk through the old Fahadan quarter. This afternoon drive to Isfahan (approx. 4 hrs). En route stop at Na’in, a charming desert town famous for its high-quality carpets and woollen textiles. Visit the 10th century Friday Mosque and the 17th century Pirnia Traditional House (B,L,D). Abassi Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 8: Isfahan. A full day touring in Isfahan, widely thought to be the most beautiful city in the Islamic world. Visit the city’s famous bridges, the Armenian Quarter and its churches, the grand Maidan-e-Naghsh-e-Jahan, the Ali-Qapu Palace and two great mosques. Finish the day with a visit to the Qeisarieh Bazaar to see Isfahan’s world-famous arts and handicrafts (B,L,D). Abassi Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 9: Isfahan. Visit the magnificent Friday Mosque, the Chehel Sotun Palace built by Shah Abbas II in the 17th century and the Hasht Behesht pavilion built in 1670 (B,L,D). Abassi Hotel (Standard Room)

Day 10: Isfahan – Tehran. Drive to Tehran (approx. 5 hrs), stopping en route at the charming town of Natanz to visit its beautiful Islamic complex. Continue on to the oasis town of Kashan and visit the 16th century garden of Fin as well as the 19th century merchant residence, Taba-Tabai House. Drive by the Mausoleum of Imam Khomeini before arriving at Tehran (B,L,D). Hotel Espinas (Standard Room)

Day 11: Depart Tehran. Transfer to airport for departure flight (B).

Ancient Wonders of Persia



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

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ALGERIA

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Tangier

Marrakech

Skoura

Essaouira

Erg Chebbi Dunes

Ouarzazate

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Meknes

Volubilis

Oualidia

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AKP supported project: Al Karam housing for street children.

Exclusive A&K Desert Camp

Kasbahs & Caravans

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

Day 1: Arrive Casablanca. Arrive into Morocco’s largest city and transfer to your hotel. Hyatt Regency (Regency Club Room)

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

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

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

Day 5: Fes – Erfoud. Travel to Erfoud (approx. 6hrs), a small oasis town on the edge of the desert enjoying scenic views along the way. Arrive at your hotel located close to some of the country’s largest and most spectacular dunes (B,L). Kasbah Hotel Chergui (Junior Suite)

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

Day 7: Erg Chebbi – Skoura. Travel through the Dades Valley on the Road of 1000 Kasbahs to Skoura (approx. 5hrs), reaching this oasis in the valley in the late afternoon (B,D). Dar Ahlam (Junior Suite)

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

Day 9: Skoura – Marrakech. Travel to Marrakech (approx. 5hrs) stopping en route in Ouarzazate and the UNESCO listed fortified city Ait Benhaddou, one of the best preserved kasbah-towns in the Atlas and location for many feature films (B,L). Villa Des Orangers (Junior Suite)

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

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

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



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

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Oualidia

Kasbah Tamadot

Mosaics & Medinas

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

Day 1: Arrive Casablanca. Arrive into Morocco’s largest city and transfer to your hotel. Hyatt Regency (Regency Club Room)

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

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

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

Day 5: Rabat – Marrakech. An orientation tour of Rabat includes the superbly-preserved relics of its Moorish past including the Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Kasbah des Oudaias. Continue on to Marrakech and arrive at your charming hotel late this afternoon (B). La Sultana Marrakech (Prestige Room)

Day 6: Marrakech. A full day guided tour exploring the highlights of the city. Wander through the most

important souks including Souk Smarine, a maze of colourful alleys and small squares which are home to a bewildering array of stalls and ateliers devoted to traditional crafts. Visit some of the city’s beautiful gardens and palaces and the A&K Philanthropy supported Al Karam Association, which aims to improve the life of impoverished children in Marrakech. Finish the day in famous Djemaa el-Fna Square where there’s time to soak up the vibrant atmosphere – a photographer’s heaven (B,L). La Sultana Marrakech (Prestige Room)

Day 7: Marrakech. A day at leisure. Optional touring includes a chef led tour through the souks, a Moroccan cooking class or perhaps a visit to the Atlas Mountains (B). La Sultana Marrakech (Prestige Room)

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

AKP supported project: Al Karam housing for street children.

Fes

Chefchaouen Extension | 3 DaysComplement your Moroccan sojourn with a visit to the tiny yet charming town of Chefchaouen, located in the heart of the Rif Mountains. Built in the 17th century as an Arab fortress the town boasts one of the country’s most fascinating medinas, painted in varying shades of blue earning it the title of the ‘The Blue City’. Best included between Casablanca and Fes.




ATLAS MOUNTAINS | 3 DAYS ESSAOUIRA & OUALIDIA | 5 DAYS ESSAOUIRA | 3 DAYS

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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


Kasbah Tamadot La Sultana Oualidia Essaouira

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


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

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ARABIAN GULF

SAUDIARABIA

IRAN

U.A.E

GULF OF OMAN

ARABIAN SEA

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Musandam

Zighy Bay

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Jebel Akhdar

Salalah

Nizwa

Dubai

WahibaSands

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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Muscat

Arabian Odyssey

Wild wadis, an untouched coastline, spectacular deserts, 16th century forts and castles and dramatic mountain scenery – Oman is the best kept secret in the Middle East. It is also one of the oldest civilisations in the Arabian Peninsula. Combining a fascinating ancient heritage with all the trappings of modernity, stunning accommodation and year-round sunshine, Oman is a surprising and unspoiled destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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



Salalah, Oman

Six Senses Zighy Bay

Dubai Marina

SALALAH

ZIGHY BAY, MUSANDAM PENINSULA

DUBAI

In the far south of Oman, Salalah is bordered by the Dhofar Mountains on one side and the blue waters of the Arabian Sea on the other. It is surprisingly lush with a subtropical climate, coconut-fringed beaches and plantations of bananas and papayas. Renowned for its historic frankincense trade the heady aroma wafts through the city even today and there are ancient archaeological remains to explore.

Located on the northern Musandam Peninsula in Oman, Zighy Bay is best accessed from neighbouring Dubai, just two hours drive away or by flight from Oman’s capital Muscat. The landscape here is dramatic - mountains fringed by pristine sandy beaches and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman where a myriad marine wonders awaits. On the approach to this spectacular location you can even choose to paraglide into the resort. Explore the waters on a dhow cruise or snorkelling trip, mountain biking swimming and more. The resort allows you to be as active or as relaxed as you wish.

Cosmopolitan Dubai, is a city full of indulgences from glamorous, sophisticated hotels to a world class gastronomic scene that’s enticing serious foodies. Luxurious experiences abound. Explore the city from the air, in a helicopter or seaplane, or by sea on a private yacht. The city also boasts a vibrant cultural scene, with plenty of opportunity to learn about the local Emirati culture and the Dubai of old. The perfect spot for a short or extended break, and the ideal addition to your Oman holiday.

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‘Salalah Extension’ from Muscat | 4 Days



Sanctuary Sun Boat IV

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EGYPT | 9 Days | Cairo – Nile River Cruise – Cairo

Nile in Style

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ancient ruins of Karnak Temple

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $7,265 Solo Traveller: From $10,195 Itinerary departs on a Friday.


JORDAN & EGYPT | 12 Days | Amman – Jerash – Petra – Dead Sea – Cairo – Aswan – Nile River Cruise – Cairo

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Treasures of Jordan & Egypt

From prophets and pharaohs, to pyramids and palaces, extend your Arabian experience on this delightful journey which combines Jordan and Egypt. Soak up the extraordinary desert landscapes of Jordan and the fertile floodplains of the Nile and visit some of the world’s most iconic monuments with private guides to bring 5,000 years of history to life.

Day 1: Arrive Amman. A warm welcome and private transfer to your hotel. Four Seasons Amman (Deluxe Room)

Day 2: Amman – Jerash. Explore Jordan’s bustling capital, including the National Archaeological Museum, the Roman Theatre and the Darat al Funun arts centre. Next visit the impressive ancient Greco-Roman city of Jerash. Four Seasons Amman (Deluxe Room)

Day 3: Amman – Petra – Amman. Travel south along the King’s Highway, an ancient trade route. Visit the Christian town of Madaba to see the beautiful mosaics, Mt. Nebo with its spectacular views of the Jordan Valley, and the ancient crusader castle of Kerak before arriving at Petra (B,L). Petra Mövenpick Hotel (Junior Suite) Day 4: Petra. A day spent exploring the ancient

‘Rose- Red City’. See the Treasury, accessed through the narrow ‘siq’, the Roman Theatre, the Corinthian and Palace Tombs and the Roman Road. An evening option to cook Arabian dishes at the Petra Kitchen or return to Petra to view it under lights (additional cost) (B,L). Petra Mövenpick Hotel (Junior Suite)

Day 5: Petra – Wadi Rum - Dead Sea. Visit Wadi Rum with its huge mountains of sandstone and narrow canyons on a 4WD excursion. This afternoon travel on to the Dead Sea (B). Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea (Ishtar Superior Room)

Day 6: Dead Sea – Amman – Cairo. Return to Amman airport for your flight* to Cairo. On arrival you are met and transferred to the hotel (B). Fairmont Nile City (Deluxe Nile Room)

Day 7: Cairo. Explore the 4,500-year old Pyramids of Giza and the legendary Sphinx. Continue to the Solar Boat Museum before a walk through at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, including the

treasures of Tutankhamun and the Mummy Room (B,L). Fairmont Nile City (Deluxe Nile Room)

Day 8: Cairo – Abu Simbel– Aswan. An early flight south to Aswan. An excursion to the colossal rock temples of Abu Simbel this morning before boarding the stately Sanctuary Sun Boat IV, your luxury home afloat three nights. A short motorboat ride this afternoon to visit the ancient granite quarries and the huge unfinished obelisk (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sun Boat IV (Bridge Deck cabin)

Day 9: Nile Cruise. Visit the majestic Philae Temple. Later, an Egyptian cooking lesson back on board followed by an afternoon visit to the magnificent Temple of Kom Ombo. Cruise north to Edfu and explore the Temple of Horus. An Egyptian themed dinner tonight with local culinary specialities and music (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sun Boat IV (Bridge Deck cabin)

Day 10: Nile Cruise. Sail to Luxor and visit the striking Temple of Luxor and the Temple of Karnak. After lunch, visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens on the West Bank including a descent into Tutankhamun’s tomb before proceeding to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. A farewell dinner on board is included (B,L,D). Sanctuary Sun Boat IV (Bridge Deck cabin)

Day 11: Luxor – Cairo. Disembark in Luxor and transfer to the airport for the return flight to Cairo. Afternoon at leisure (B). Fairmont Heliopolis & Towers (Deluxe Room)

Day 12: Depart Cairo. Bid farewell to Egypt as you depart from Cairo (B).

Ancient city of Petra, Jordan

PRICE Twin Share Per Person: From $9,990 Solo Traveller: From $15,215 Itinerary departs on a Friday.

*Flight not included


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

AKP supported project: Madrasati ‘My School’ Initiative.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ancient Jerash, Jordan

Highlights of Jordan



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

EGYPT

Sea of Galilee

Road

Tiberias

Akko

Nazareth

Caesarea

MED

ITERRAN

EAN

SEA

SYRIA

ISRAEL

Tel Aviv

JORDAN

Jerusalem

Golan Heights

Bethlehem

Qumran

MasadaDEAD SEA

Jerusalem Old City, Israel

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Classic Israel



With one of the world’s finest cuisines, Morocco is the perfect destination for avid foodies. On this journey, you’ll join celebrity cook Justine Schofield on a colourful adventure through the markets and kitchens of this extraordinary country. Special culinary surprises are included along the way from grand imperial banquets to lovingly home cooked feasts and basic village style dishes with privileged access to the tables of this most intriguing and exotic destination. This exclusive journey also takes in breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities and the country’s most impressive ancient monuments. DEPARTURE DATE: 5 Nov 2017.

PRICE 2017Twin Share Per Person: From $8,860Single Supplement: From $2,675

This small group journey reveals a vast and fascinating country with a 5,000 year old history and incredible World Heritage sites. Be dazzled by the ancient cities near Ahwaz, amazed by the architectural delights of Isfahan, the ancient ruins of Persepolis and the mesmerising gardens and bazaars of Shiraz. These evocative names are long-enshrined in the history and legend of Central Asia. Our journey plots a course through Iran’s unique heritage while you observe the pride in which Iranians hold their country and its glorious past and enjoy a warm welcome and local hospitality.

DEPARTURE DATES: 21 Sep; 4 Nov 2016; 3 May; 14 Sep; 25 Oct 2017.

Curious and other-worldly, Madagascar is full of surprises and extraordinary creatures. It has people, wildlife and landscapes found nowhere else on earth and a culture far removed from any of its near neighbours. On this fascinating journey you’ll explore the island nation and its flora and fauna with wildlife expert Dr. Charlie Gardner, who knows the destination and its inhabitants like the back of his hand. Still largely untouched by tourism you’ll be dazzled by its rainforests, clear blue seas, white beaches and spiny forest habitat. DEPARTURE DATES: 6 Aug; 12 Nov 2017.

PRICE 2017Twin Share Per Person: From $9,890Single Supplement: From $2,600

HOSTED SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS

MOROCCO | 10 Days | A Culinary Journey with Justine Schofield IRAN | 16 Days | A Journey through Persia

MADAGASCAR | 12 Days | A Naturalist’s Guide to Madagascar with Dr. Charlie Gardner

PRICE 2016 2017Twin Share Per Person: From $10,995 $11,350Single Supplement: From $2,515 $2,565

In addition to the private journeys featured in this brochure, A&K also offers a range of Hosted Small Group Journeys around the globe. Below is a selection of what we offer in the region. For more details visit our website or request a copy of our Hosted Small Group Journeys brochure.


ONE&ONLY THE PALM

ONE&ONLY ROYAL MIRAGE

U.A.E - Dubai

U.A.E - Dubai

Chic and glamorous, One&Only The Palm is Dubai’s most intimate beachfront resort. It was voted Number One in the Middle East Condé Nast Traveler (US) Reader’s Choice Award 2015. Serene and exclusive, this intimate escape with 94 rooms offers discerning travellers unique accommodation in a residential environment within the tri-level Manor house, six low rise mansion and four private beach front villas. With a sense of place and space the chic & refined Moorish and Andalusian architecture, brings a sophisticated air of contemporary elegance and an island- feel amidst the cosmopolitan energy of Dubai

Whether you stroll along its 450 metre private beach, relax around the special adults only pool or indulge in its newly appointed Guerlain Spa, you are certain to experience special One&Only moments topped by an array of culinary offerings under the guidance of Michelin-star chef Yannick Alléno. Guests can also venture by convenient inter-resort boat transfer to dine at One&Only Royal Mirage.

One&Only Royal Mirage is considered Dubai’s most stylish beach resort, where genuine care and hospitality blend with fantasy and tradition, creating an ambience of Arabian influenced refinement and majesty.

Resting on a kilometre of private coastline and nestled in 65 acres of landscaped gardens, the resort is composed of three distinctive environments: The Palace, Arabian Court and Residence & Spa. Located within Residence & Spa is the Health & Beauty Institute, which comprises One&Only Spa, a traditional Oriental Hammam, Fitness Centre and Zouari Hair Salon. Four specialty restaurants at The Palace provide a selection of distinctive cuisines: Olives, for a taste of the Mediterranean; Tagine, truly Moroccan; Celebrities for international cuisine and The Beach Bar & Grill for sumptuous seafood and grills. Located at Arabian Court, three restaurants extend the choice, including The Rotisserie, a grand all-day dining room with a distinctive show kitchen; the trendy, moody and vibrant Nina for Indo-European cuisine and the casual yet refined Eauzone, offering pool and beachfront dining with an Asian twist.

ARABIA HOTELSA Selection of A&K’s Favourites


KASBAH TAMADOT Morocco - Atlas Mountains

Kasbah Tamadot, Sir Richard Branson’s Moroccan retreat, is a divine hideaway set in the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains just under an hour’s drive from the Marrakech city centre. This magical walled compound boasts 28 stunning bedrooms, suites and Berber Tents and is furnished with traditional Moroccan antiques and contemporary elements. Landscaped gardens, tranquil courtyards and breathtaking views add to the experience while most of the staff are from the local Berber villages giving guests the feeling of staying in a private home. Leisure facilities include a spa, gym, heated pools, hammam and tennis courts. A variety of excursions is available from mule treks and hiking to interactive cooking classes, open air movie screenings and village visits.

LA SULTANA MARRAKECHMorocco – Marrakech

La Sultana Marrakech is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and of Great Hotels of the World. Ideally located in the old city and just a short distance from the main attractions, it has 28 bedrooms and suites spread over five riads, each with high vaulted ceilings decorated in precious woods, marble and copper. Sit on the rooftop terrace and take in the magical views of the Royal Palace, Koutoubia Mosque and the snow-capped Atlas Mountains in the distance. Expect panoramic terraces with superb views, a spa, fitness room, heated pool and mouth-watering Moroccan cuisine.

NORTH AFRICA & ARABIA HOTELSA Selection of A&K’s Favourites

LA SULTANA OUALIDIAMorocco – Oualidia

La Sultana Oualidia, member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, is located on the edge of the Oualidia lagoon, famous for its oyster farms and flocks of pink flamingos. Surrounded by beaches, marshes and green pastures there are opportunities for fishing, sea kayaking, surfing and quad biking. There are just 12 rooms here set amidst landscaped gardens with a beautiful decked infinity pool complete with jacuzzis, loungers and daybeds and a full service spa and gym. The hotel’s superb restaurant specialises in fresh local seafood including lobster and oysters.


ALILA JABAL AKHDAR Oman - Jebel Akhdar

Perched 2,000 metres above sea level, Alila Jabal Akhdar is an ultra-luxurious resort overlooking a dramatic gorge of the Al Hajar Mountains. Blending seamlessly into the rugged landscape with its eco-design and 86 beautifully appointed suites and villas, it is a spacious and luxurious contemporary style resort, laced with an authentic flavour of the destination with décor that celebrates Oman’s rich history and culture. Dining venues including the Juniper Restaurant and the Rose Lounge. Other facilities include a gym, library, spa & wellness centre and Alila Living boutique.

KEMPINSKI HOTEL AQABA RED SEAKEMPINSKI HOTEL ISHTAR DEAD SEA

SIX SENSES ZIGHY BAY

Jordan – AqabaJordan – Dead Sea

Oman – Musandam Peninsula

Kempinski Hotel Aqaba is gracefully situated on the white sandy beaches and azure waters of the Red Sea. Set against a stunning backdrop, the hotel combines traditional Jordanian hospitality with the highest standards of a luxury resort. Style is contemporary chic and the resort’s fascinating tear drop design guarantees sea views from every room, complemented by luxurious facilities and state-of-the-art technology. With an array of culinary options, leisure activities, and top tier pampering at Kempinski The Spa, the resort is a haven for adventurers and leisure seekers alike.

The Kempinski Hotel Ishtar offers three separate enclaves set amidst gardens, lagoons, waterfalls and private pools. Designed in an affectionate tribute to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the resort is built with local stone and boasts 345 rooms and suites designed in a tasteful contemporary style that weaves clean and simple lines into an elegant Arabesque setting. All rooms and suites boast stunning views of the Dead Sea with spacious patios or balconies. The Ishtar Spa by Resense is the largest in the region and channels the healing properties of the Dead Sea.

Six Senses Zighy Bay is located on Oman’s Musandam Peninsula. The setting of the 82 indigenous village-style pool villas is spectacular, with dramatic mountains and a sandy beach. Memorable dining experiences deliver international cuisine and regional specialties. Six Senses Spa at Zighy Bay is a refuge for mind and body; a sanctuary of ultimate wellbeing committed to delivering integrated wellness experiences. Experience culture of Oman or feel th buzz of arrival by paraglider with tours to suit active guests or those who prefer to relax - taking in all the destination has to offer.


b) Additional Charges – all other expenses incurred by A&K may also be payable by the Customer at A&K’s discretion. c) Any charges arising from a request for an amendment are payable by the Customer whether or not A&K is successful in confirming the requested amendment.d) Late Amendments – amendments made by the Customer within 90 days of the Departure Date, are treated as cancellations and re-bookings. Cancellation charges apply as detailed below. 6.3 In relation to the ‘Iran: Ancient Wonders of Persia’ itinerary, due to limited number of hotels available in Iran, all hotels listed in this Itinerary are subject to change prior to travel. Your Abercrombie & Kent representative will keep you informed of any changes and can assist you with a complete and up to date hotel list at time of documentation.

7. Cancellations By The Customer

7.1 The Customer must give A&K notice if it intends to cancel any Travel Arrangements.7.2 Charges – the following charges are payable by the Customer in accordance with the number of days prior to the Departure Date following notice being received by A&K of cancellation:7.3 Additional Charges – the Customer may incur further cancellation charges from some Suppliers and local agents.

8. Cancellations and Material Alteration by A&K

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

From booking to 91 days prior

$1,000 per person

90 – 46 days prior 45%

45 or less 100%

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

3. Booking Your Holiday

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

4. Price Policy

4.1 Prices are valid for the period until 31 December 2017. All prices are per person twin in Australian Dollars unless otherwise specified.

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

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6. Amendments

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


alternative Travel Arrangements or Products. 8.4 Material Alteration – if a Material Alteration becomes necessary within 90 days of the Departure Date, for any reason other than the circumstances described in clause 8.2 A&K will endeavour to offer comparable Products or a full refund of all monies paid by the Customer.

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15. Hosted Small Group Journeys

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