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BOTSWANA/NAMIBIA EXPLORER Hosted by: Lindsay Scott & Brian McPhun

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  • BOTSWANA/NAMIBIA EXPLORER Hosted by: Lindsay Scott & Brian McPhun

  • 23 AUGUST, TUESDAY – DEPART HOME Today you will depart from your home city. Born Free will assist in coordinating your international airfare.

    24 AUGUST, WEDNESDAY – ARRIVE JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA Accommodations: Intercontinental Johannesburg Airport Hotel

    Touch down in Johannesburg, South Africa. Once through customs and immigration, you’ll be met by our local representative and escorted to your hotel where you will be able to spend the evening relaxing after your flight. Get a good night’s sleep – the adventure begins in the morning! Website: http://www.tsogosunhotels.com/intercontinental/johannesburg-or-tambo-airport/Pages/overview.aspx#.VXHWF89VhHw

    http://www.tsogosunhotels.com/intercontinental/johannesburg-or-tambo-airport/Pages/overview.aspx#.VXHWF89VhHw

  • 25 – 27 AUGUST, THURSDAY – SATURDAY – OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA Accommodations: Little Vumbura Camp

    Return to the airport this morning for your scheduled flight (not included) to Maun, Botswana. On arrival at Maun Airport and after clearing customs and immigration, you will be met and assisted by a Wilderness Safaris representative to your light aircraft for your onward air transfer to Little Vumbura Camp where you will spend the next three days game viewing in this exciting area.

  • Little Vumbura Camp is an intimate tented camp situated on its own small well-treed island is a perennial favorite among Wilderness travelers. On arrival the staff will welcome you into one of the six large tented rooms. As with the main area, each tent is shaded by giant ebony trees and looks out onto the surrounding floodplains. A raised library, cozy lounge and rustic bar provide shaded relaxation during the day in between activities and convivial atmosphere at night. The star-deck is the ideal platform for appreciation of the night sky and the varied activities on offer allow consistently good game viewing. There is little doubt that Little Vumbura provides the quintessential Okavango experience. Did you know?

    Little Vumbura is part of a ground-breaking partnership that brings the benefits of ecotourism to five rural villages. The concession is hugely diverse with floodplains, wooded islands, mopane woodland and Okavango waterways. You can explore the varied habitats by open 4x4 vehicle (day and night), boat, mokoro, or on foot. Woodland-loving antelope like sable and kudu roam side by side with water-loving red lechwe and reedbuck. The

    diversity of prey species results in a wide variety of predators, from lion and spotted hyena, to leopard, and occasionally cheetah and wild dog.

    The diversity is a boon for keen birders with Rosy-throated Longclaw, Black Coucal and Wattled Crane. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Activities: Twice daily scheduled camp activities Also Includes: Non-premium beverages and Laundry Website: http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/little-vumbura

    http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/little-vumbura

  • 28 – 30 AUGUST, SUNDAY – TUESDAY – LINYANTI REGION, BOTSWANA Accommodations: DumaTau

    Enjoy a morning game drive before returning to camp for breakfast. At a time to be advised by the camp management, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your air transfer from Little Vumbura Camp to Duma Tau Camp. Three days of game activities at Duma Tau. On offer are day and night game drives, guided walks (on request) and seasonal boating. Nearby platforms and hides also present excellent wildlife opportunities.

    Overlooking the broad Linyanti River, DumaTau means ‘roar of the lion’, but it is the large herds of elephant for which the area is most well-known. These – and much more – can be seen on game drive or from your spacious tented unit. There are ten luxurious, canvas-roofed en-suite tents – eight twin and two family units – all with wide-angle views of the river. The same spectacular vistas can be seen from our expansive open deck, the dining room and lounge areas. With easy access to a range of habitats, you can look forward to excellent wildlife viewing all year round – prolific plains game along with abundant predators. Did you know?

    DumaTau is involved in elephant research and the possible impact that the high numbers have on the vegetation and other animal species.

    The camp lies on the Linyanti River, close to the drier mopane woodlands and the Savute Channel; the latter being famous as a sporadic and unusual watercourse.

    Red lechwe, zebra, giraffe, lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dog and spotted hyena are some of the other species that can be found in the area.

    DumaTau is a birder’s paradise. The area has been internationally recognized as an IBA (Important Bird Area). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Activities: Twice daily scheduled camp activities Also Includes: Non-premium beverages and Laundry Website: http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/dumatau-camp

    31 AUGUST – 02 SEPTEMBER, WEDNESDAY – FRIDAY – ETOSHA, NAMIBIA Accommodations: Ongava Lodge

    Enjoy one last game drive in Botswana before returning to camp for breakfast. At a time to be advised by the camp management, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your private light aircraft transfer from Duma Tau Camp to Kasane Airport. On arrival in Kasane, Botswana and after clearing customs and immigration, you will be met by a Wilderness Safaris representative who will assist you with the arrangements of your private light aircraft transfer to Ongava Lodge in Etosha, Namibia.

    http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/dumatau-camp

  • Ongava Lodge overlooks a productive waterhole and the impressive landscape beyond. Settle into one of the en-suite chalets built within a web of mopane trees with a deck stretching out over the vast plains. In between activities, refreshments will be served in the thatched main area or at the swimming pool. In the evenings, dining under the stars while being entertained by

    wildlife at the waterhole will become a favorite pastime. Situated within its own private reserve, only a stone’s throw from the world-famous Etosha National Park, you can look forward to a fascinating journey with us.

    Ongava Game Reserve was formed in 1991, when its shareholders converted four unproductive cattle ranches into a

    highly productive reserve, now home to large concentrations of wildlife. Etosha National Park takes its name from the world-famous Etosha Pan, one of the largest saltpans in the region.

    Around the pan, the topography ranges from broad swathes of mopane and tall tree canopies of woodland to open plains and dolomite hills.

    Game drives in both reserves will display a wide complement of wildlife including black-faced impala. Their predators, in particular lion, are never far away.

    Ongava is home to one of the largest black and white rhino populations in Namibia thanks to a successful reintroduction program.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Activities: Twice daily scheduled camp activities Also Includes: Non-premium beverages and Laundry Website: http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/ongava-lodge

    03 SEPTEMBER, SATURDAY - ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK - DEPARTURE Bid sad farewell to this magnificent land and you are off to the airstrip for your scheduled light aircraft transfer to Windhoek

    airport. Connection to your International flight (not included) or optional Sossusvlei extension (additional cost).

    Meals: Breakfast

    http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/ongava-lodge

  • 03 - 04SEPTEMBER, SATURDAY - SUNDAY- ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK – SOSSUSVLEI, NAMBIA Accommodations: Little Kulala

    From Ongava Lodge to the airstrip for your private light aircraft transfer to Little Kulala in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve.

    As the perfect gateway to the iconic sights of Sossusvlei, Little Kulala embodies the luxury desert experience. With exquisite décor, natural light and innovative bleached decks, the camp merges seamlessly into the timeless desert landscape. Set amongst ancient camelthorn trees on the ephemeral Auab River, the staff will welcome you into one of the 11 gorgeous thatched villas. Your climate-controlled room has a rooftop ‘skybed’ for romantic stargazing, indoor and outdoor shower as well as a private deck and plunge pool. The camp’s astronomy telescope is perfectly positioned to observe the seemingly endless, clear night sky and its carpet of stars. Sleep out under the magnificent Namibia Skybeds-limited number, subject to availability. ONLY ON REQUEST

    Activities:

    Sand Dune and Nature Drives Guided walking trails and visit to Sossusvlei and Sesriem Desert areas Sundowner excursion to one of the best scenic areas in the Namib Guided quad biking in the dunes Additional cost hot-air balloon safari, horseback riding, massages Did you know?

    Little Kulala is in the private Kulala Wilderness Reserve, the result of a rehabilitation project by Wilderness that aimed to return this land, previously used for farming, to its former natural aspect.

    Sossusvlei is situated within the Namib Desert, the oldest desert in the world, characterised by huge dunes and flat valley floors. To showcase such vast and impressive landscape, we offer game drives, walking, quad biking, horse riding and ballooning (depending on the package chosen, some of these activities may not be included in the cost and would be at an additional charge).

    You can witness desert-adapted wildlife such as ostrich, springbok, oryx, spotted and brown hyaena, and bat-eared fox.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included Activities: Twice daily scheduled camp activities Also Includes: Non-premium beverages and Laundry Website: http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/little-kulala

    05 SEPTEMBER, MONDAY - SOSSUSVLEI - DEPARTURE At a time to be advised by the camp management, you will be transferred from Little Kulala to the airstrip for your private light

    aircraft transfer to Windhoek airport.

    On arrival in Windhoek, you will connect to your International flight (not included).

    Meals: Breakfast

    06 SEPTEMBER, TUESDAY – ARRIVE HOME Arrive home today with exciting memories of your safari to Botswana and Namibia.

    EXTENSION SOSSUSVLEI, NAMBIA

    MONDAY-TUESDAY, 31 AUG – 01 SEPT 2015 ULTIMATE DESERT ADVENTURE

    http://www.wilderness-safaris.com/camps/little-kulala

  • EXTENSION

    SOSSUSVLEI, NAMBIA

    Day 01 CAPE TOWN

    Arrive Cape Town International Airport off scheduled flight …

    Private transfer to the hotel (approx. 30 minute drive)

    VICTORIA & ALFRED HOTEL

    Accommodation for 4 nights in a piazza facing room Breakfast Daily

    Day 02 CAPE POINT PENINUSULA TOUR & TABLE MOUNTAIN

    Private full day tour of the Peninsula and Table Mountain and Foxy Beach to see the Penguins

    (Includes lunch & gratuity, drinks on own account)

    (Entrance fees included: Cape Point, penguins at Foxy Beach and Table Mountain cableway fee)

    Day 03

    At leisure – touring suggested Robben Island, Art District, Community Uthando project

    Day 04 CAPE WINELANDS Private full day touring

    (Includes lunch & gratuity, drinks on own account)

    3 wine tastings Fairview and Waterford chocolate & wine paring)

    Day 05 Private transfer to Cape Town International Airport

    Depart on scheduled international flight …

    PRICE FROM $1400 PER PERSON, MINIMUM 2 GUESTS

    CAPE TOWN SEGMENT INCLUDES:

    Accommodation: 4 nights Victoria & Alfred Hotel

    Meals: Breakfast at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel and 3 lunches

    Transfers specified

    Private full day tour of the Peninsula and Table Mountain (Includes lunch)

    (Entrance fees included: Cape Point, penguins at Foxy Beach and Table Mountain cableway fee)

    Private full day touring of the Winelands (Includes lunch)

    (Entrance fees included: 3 wine tastings includes Fairview and Waterford chocolate & wine paring)

    VAT & Tourism levy

    EXCLUDES:

    International and internal airfares are not included

    Items of a personal nature i.e. room service, laundry

    Bar account, gratuities, porterages

    Visas if applicable

    Travel, medical and cancellation insurance

    CAPE TOWN Extension can be done after Sossusvlei or after Etosha/Ongava

    The following is a sample tour – we can design a program to meet your requirements.

    SOSSUSVLEI, NAMBIA

    MONDAY-TUESDAY, 31 AUG – 01 SEPT 2015 ULTIMATE DESERT ADVENTURE

  • SAFARI TARIFF Cost per person, double occupancy $13,850.00 per person based on payment by check

    Cost per person, double occupancy Little Kuala option Based on 8 guests $2775 per person double

    Based on 6 guests $3190 per person double

    Payment by any other means 3.2% bank charge

    This is a presentation only and all accommodations are subject to final confirmation.

    Air & General questions: Contact Brian and Lindsay for questions regarding the trip and what you will be doing. Contact Born Free to coordinate options, flights and any special requests. Alana Hayden 800 372 3274

    TRIP INCLUDES All accommodation on a shared basis;

    Meals as specified (meals are listed by day, not by location)

    Excursions and transfers as included in the quote

    Most safari camps/lodges include two game activities per day in their rate – one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. Private activities and guide may be booked, at an additional cost, for sole use or special interest activities. Please advise if you would like additional information on this service;

    Services of the camp/lodge guides and staff;

    Relevant park fees and entrance fees as specified in the quote;

    Drinks as specified – drink inclusions may differ between camps/lodges;

    Laundry can be done at most camps/lodges. In some cases this is included in the rate as quoted

    Air transfers as specified, including Departure Taxes as relevant on Wilderness Air in Botswana and Namibia;

    Accommodation taxes, the applicable Tourism Levies and all relevant Value Added Tax (VAT) or Government Sales Tax

    TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

    International airfare which should include your flight from Johannesburg to Maun and Windhoek to Johannesburg

    Cape Town or Soussvlei extensions and airfares

    Any drinks, park fees, entrance fees, porterage, tours/excursions and transfers not specified in the quote

    Any scheduled commercial flights and related taxes

    Cancellation, baggage and medical insurance

    Staff gratuities

    Any new Government Taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases which are beyond our control

    Visa fees where relevant. Should a visa payment be required, this will need to be made in US Dollar cash. Change is often not provided and thus the exact amounts payable are essential. Travellers Cheques and credit cards are not accepted for this purpose

    Departure Taxes (applicable at manned airports only) are to be paid direct in cash on departure, unless included in your air ticket

    Any items of a personal nature. DEPOSITS & SAFARI PAYMENTS: IN ORDER TO HOLD YOUR SPACE ON THIS LIMITED PARTICIPATION TRIP YOU WILL NEED TO SEND IN A 30% DEPOSIT TO THE UNITED STATES COLORADO OFFICE. Final payment for your safari is due 90-days prior to departure or as shown on this document. Full payment is due at time of booking, if your trip is booked less than 90 days prior to commencement of services. In certain cases an additional payments may be required such as for the purchase of a gorilla permit or instant purchase airline ticket.

    CANCELLATION & REFUNDS: Travel insurance is highly advised and should be taken out upon deposit. All cancellations are only effective on the date that Born Free Inc. receives written notification. The following per person cancellation fees are applicable: 91 days or more prior to your trip 30% of the tour cost 90 – 70 days prior to your trip 50% of the total tour price, or amounts recoverable from suppliers 69 – 46 days prior to your trip 75% of the total tour price, or amounts recoverable from suppliers

    45 days or less prior to your departure 100% of the total tour price, or amounts recoverable from suppliers Cancellation fees will also apply to a reduction in services or a decrease in participants. In case of change of date, every effort will be made to avoid cancellation and rebooking penalties, but the penalties are dependent on the policies of the suppliers. If any refund is due, all refunds will be made through the Born Free, Inc. United States office.

    There is no refund should you leave the safari early for any reason and no refund for any unused services. If you cancel your trip prior to paying monies due to Born Free, Inc., those monies will still be due to Born Free and above cancellation fees will apply. The cancellation policy for airline arrangements will be as per the rules and regulations of the airline

  • Lindsay Scott & Brian McPhun Safari Traveler’s Profile - Send in with your deposit Print and fill out a separate application for each traveler and be sure to answer ALL questions

    Name as it appears on your passport ________________________________________________________________

    Home address ___________________________________________City _____________________________State _______Zip

    Day Contact # __________________________ Evening Contact # _________________

    Mobile __________________________________ Email _____________________________________________

    Passport number ________________________________ Date Issued ______________________ Exp Date ____________________

    Issuing authority ______________________________________ Nationality of Passport _________________________

    Date of Birth ____________________________ Place of Birth _________________________________

    Emergency Contact Name (of a person not traveling with you) _________________________________________________

    Relationship to traveler __________________ ____ Emergency Contact Number __________________________

    FOOD: Do you have any particular dietary requirements or food allergies that we should be aware of?

    ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    MEDICAL: Do you have any medical conditions that may affect your participation in the tour?

    ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Other than malaria or birth control pills, are you taking any prescription medication? Please give name and detailed information

    (attach list if necessary):

    ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Are you allergic to any medicine?_________________________________________________________________________

    In order for us to be sure you are safe in transit and we can meet small plane limitations, we must request height and weight. If you are over 270

    pounds, there is a chance that you may have to purchase 2 seats on small scheduled flights. This is not a penalty in any way; it is due to total weight

    restrictions on the airplane and pro-rations.

    HEIGHT __________________ WEIGHT _______________

    Will you or anyone in your party be celebrating a birthday or special event? _____________________________________

  • Lindsay Scott-Brian McPhun Safari IN COOPERATIONWITH BORN FREE SAFARIS & TOURS 11941 W. 48th Avenue Suite 100

    Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033 720-524-9683 800-372-3274

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    Credit Card Authorization Form

    (MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express)

    I (the undersigned) do hereby give Born Free, Inc. or their agent permission to charge the below listed credit

    card as payment for safari arrangements ______ Initial

    Type of Credit Card: ____________________________________ Expiration Date: ____________

    Credit Card Number: _________________________________________________________

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    Amount authorized to be charged now: $________________

    Amount authorized to be charged on the date final payment is due: $________________

    Total amount authorized to be charged to the above account: $________________

    I understand that the charge may appear on my statement under the name of Born Free Inc. and/or the airline which I am traveling on.

    In certain cases a credit card charge may appear from a different airline than what you are traveling on. I have read, fully understand

    and agree with the Born Free, Inc. confirmed services as shown on the invoice, limits of responsibility and waiver. By signing below, I

    acknowledge and agree with the full charges described. If you have any questions regarding your bill, please call our offices prior to

    disputing the charges. ___________Initial

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    (please print)

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    City: _________________________________ State______________________ Zip Code___________

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    Card Holder’s Signature: ____________________________________________________

    Any faxed signatures will be taken as an original signature.