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Africa

Luxury Safaris | Rovos Rail | Cape Town

Journey to Southern

Victoria Falls Cape Floral Region

Safari cruise, Chobe National Park

ACTIVE TRAVELfor CULTURAL

EXPLORERS

AHI is committed to maximizing the benefits generated by tourism in South Africa. We’ve designed this

program to feature suppliers who directly benefit the local economy and provide local jobs. In addition,

we’ve developed partnerships with community-based improvement projects that stimulate cultural

interaction and support conservation efforts.

This active program is designed for people who are in good health and can comfortably participate in ademanding daily schedule of physical activities. The itinerary may feature full days of ongoing activities including long game drives on rough roads. Depending on the excursion, more leisurely alternatives may be available.

Excursions on this program require:

> walking on unpaved pathsand/or uneven surfaces

> getting on/off motorcoaches, boats and/ortrains

> walking through train corridors whether the trainis in motion or stopped

> climbing in and out of safari vehicles

ACTIVE TRAVEL for Cultural Explorers

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Over 50 years ago, Ohio State Alumni Tours began with a single mission in mind: To helplike-minded Buckeyes, their family and friends travel the world together.

Through the years, our guests have spread their arms in O-H-I-O fashion on top of the Great Wall of China, sung “Carmen Ohio” while traveling up the Mississippi River, and attended game watch parties in places such as the Caribbean and Iceland.

Whether you like to travel in big or small groups, close to home or far away, or enjoy tropical climates or arctic excursions, let Ohio State be your guide. We offer the convenienceof having travel plans organized for you while you enjoy what the world has to offer on a high-quality, smoothly run experience. Our trips include engaging and rewarding excursions, andactivities supported by a travel director, local guides, and an alumni association tour host.

The camaraderie, special Ohio State touches, and a lot of detail and care set us apart fromthe rest. We will make you feel welcome no matter where you decide to explore.

Let Ohio State Alumni Tours make 2020 the year you transform your travel dreams into cherished memories. Space is limited to 28 passengers to ensure maximum comfort, so weencourage you to make your reservation today.

All the best,

Debbie VargoDirector, Alumni ToursThe Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc.

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>Travel Information | Receive extensive destination information and travel tips compiled by our travel-savvy team to prepare you fully for your journey.

Once you arrive:

On the ground, three layers of top-quality professionals offer their insiders’ perspective. From suggesting the best café or pub to sharing a laugh over the stories of the day, our dedicated team takes your adventure to the next level.

>Travel Director | Throughout your journey, you will be in the care of a seasoned AHI travel professional who will manage all the logistics, allowing you to relax and simply soak up the ambience.Resourceful, knowledgeable and attentive, your Travel Director helps to ensure you enjoy an unforgettable travel experience.

>Expert Guides | Who better to show you around than the people who live there? We’ve specially selected informed and enthusiastic local professional guides who understand the needs of our educatedand curious travelers. Warm and genuine, they’re ready to share their passion for their country with you.

>Lecturers | Coming from all walks of life, our entertaining local lecturers open your eyes to history andcurrent events. The breadth of their knowledge deepens your appreciation for the region and its heritage.

AHI Travel ExpertiseFrom your reservation to your return home, we are here to ensure you have the adventure of a lifetime.

Accommodations(with baggage handling)• 3 nights in Cape Town, South Africa,

at the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel.• 3 nights at Thornybush Nature Reserve

at the Waterside Lodge.• 1 night in Johannesburg at 54 on Bath.• 3 nights aboard Rovos Rail.• 2 nights at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe,

at The Victoria Falls Hotel.

Transfers• Flights from Cape Town, South Africa, to

Hoedspruit and Hoedspruit to Johannesburg.• Train from Pretoria to Victoria Falls,

Zimbabwe.• Deluxe motor coach transfers during the

Land Program, plus baggage handling.

Extensive Meal Program• 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 7 dinners,

including a Farewell Dinner; tea or coffee withall meals, plus wine with dinner. All beveragesare complimentary aboard Rovos Rail.

• Opportunities to sample authentic cuisine and local flavors.

Your One-of-a-Kind Journey• Expert-led Enrichment programs enhance

your insight into the region.• Discovery excursions highlight the local

culture, heritage and history:–Take a scenic drive on the Cape Peninsulaand visit an African penguin colony.

–See the highlights of Cape Town.–Explore Soweto.–Feel the power of Victoria Falls.–Marvel at African wildlife during game drivesat Thornybush Nature Reserve, South Africa;Chobe National Park, Botswana; and HwangeNational Park, Zimbabwe. Ride in a safari vehicle outfitted with stadium seating so you can enjoy unimpeded views.

–Explore Chobe National Park on a full-dayexcursion, including a safari cruise.

• AHI Connects: Local immersion.• Free time to pursue your own interests.• Welcome Reception to mingle with

fellow travelers.• Tipping of Cape Town and Soweto guides

and drivers.• Complimentary travel mementos.

UNESCO World Heritage

1.Robben Island,South Africa

2.Cape Floral RegionProtected Areas,South Africa

3.Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

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| ITINERARY |Day 1 Depart Gateway City

Day 2 Arrive in Europe | Depart for Cape Town, South Africa

Day 3 Arrive in Cape Town | Transfer to Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel

Day 4 Cape Town | Cape Point

Day 5 Cape Town | Robben Island

Day 6 Fly to Hoedspruit | Travel to Thornybush Nature Reserve

Day 7 Thornybush

Day 8 Thornybush

Day 9 Travel to Hoedspruit | Fly to Johannesburg | Soweto

Day 10 Pretoria | Rovos Rail

Day 11 Rovos Rail

Day 12 Rovos Rail | Hwange Park

Day 13 Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Day 14 Chobe National Park, Botswana

Day 15 Victoria Falls | Transfer to airport | Flyto Johannesburg

Day 16 Arrive in Gateway City

Flights and transfers are provided for AHI FlexAir participants.

Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions.

Air Program dates: August 25 – September 9, 2020

Land Program dates: August 27 – September 8, 2020

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Spectacular views from Table Mountain

Dining in the bush

Stellenbosch Franschhoek

Inspiring Moments

Culture | History | Wildlife | Natural Beauty

BELMOND MOUNT NELSON

HOTEL | CAPE TOWN

Our travel experts have selected these luxury properties for your comfort. The hotels’ prime locations put the cities at your doorstep, and the game lodges sit in the heart of game-rich parks,allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the safari experience. Details in the design and décor celebrate the local culture and enhance the ambience of each hotel and lodge. Their restaurantsfeature menus of elegantly prepared local and international cuisine. Of utmost importance is the superior quality of the services, amenities and accommodations, allowing you to maximize the enjoyment of your stay.

THE VICTORIA FALLS HOTEL |

VICTORIA FALLS

54 ON BATH | JOHANNESBURG WATERSIDE LODGE |

THORNYBUSH NATURE RESERVE

| ELECTIVE | PRE-TRIP EXTENSION IN CAPE TOWNEnjoy more of Cape Town with a two-night extension in this beautiful, vibrant city. The extensionfeatures a full-day tour of the Cape Winelands. Visit a premier wine estate for a wine tasting followed by lunch. Continue to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, two delightful and historic towns in South Africa’s wine country. During your free time, stroll on the waterfront or dine at one of CapeTown’s world-class restaurants.

This extension includes two nights at the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, two breakfasts, one lunch,a guided Cape Winelands tour, guide and meal gratuities, baggage handling at the hotel and alltaxes and service charges.

$1,095 per person, double occupancy | $1,550 single occupancy

The story of travel involves more than a ticket and a passport.

It should weave together discovery, education and humanity, the

best elements of any compelling tale. Your personal travel story

begins with our commitment to delivering authentic experiences

with local people.

The incomparable value of your journey lies in the personalized

care you receive from your Travel Director and the knowledge you

gain from expert guides and lecturers, who call this area home.

By eliminating logistical worries, your multilingual Travel Director

allows you to immerse yourself comfortably in your surroundings.

This high-caliber professional makes you feel safe and important by

creating a convivial, welcoming atmosphere.

The other important characters in this story are the guides,

lecturers and safari rangers whose regional expertise shines in their

insider perspective and commentary.

With these specialists at your side, become intimately engaged

in the rhythm of life in southern Africa, adding another memorable

chapter to the rich story of your life.

A World Apart

Discover the rich natural and cultural heritage of southern Africa. Cape Town is a showcase of Cape Dutch houses and inspiringlandmarks, including Robben Island and St.George’s Cathedral. Across the country, Soweto, once the main battleground in the war on apartheid, now offers opportunity and hope for a better future. No trip to southern Africawould be complete without a safari in its greatestparks and game reserves. Experience the thrill of up-close encounters with lions lazing in thegrass after a kill or elephants quenching their thirst by a watering hole, and feel the power of thundering Victoria Falls.

Cape Town | South Africa

Sheltered by Table Mountain, South Africa’sMother City is one of the world’s most beautifulcities. Centuries-old Cape Dutch houses and colorful gardens dot the cityscape. A bustling waterfront welcomes visitors with inviting cafésand boutiques set amid workaday harbor life.

Robben Island | South Africa

Within sight of Cape Town, but still a world away,Robben Island was home to a prison that heldNelson Mandela and other political dissidents.From their remote prison, these prisoners helpeddraw attention to the injustices of apartheid.Today, former prisoners lead insightful tours of the prison.

Cape Peninsula | South Africa

In 1580, English navigator Sir Frances Drake described the Cape of Good Hope as the “fairestcape ... in the whole circumference of the earth.”The peninsula is a part of the Cape Floral Region,considered to have the most diverse range ofplant life in the world. At Cape Point, ascend the high sea cliffs by funicular to admire dramaticcoastal views.

Johannesburg | South Africa

If tranquil Cape Town is the country’s oldest and most genteel city, Johannesburg is its

rambunctious brother. In 1886, the discovery of a huge lode of gold triggered a gold rush. Today,Joburg, as it is often called, is the country’s financial center, and many people come here to enjoy the fast-paced lifestyle.

Soweto | South Africa

Soweto began as a shantytown built to houseblack mine workers away from Johannesburg, but it turned into the heart of the fight againstapartheid. It produced two Nobel Peace Prize

laureates, Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.With a brave spirit, the residents of Soweto areembracing new opportunities and challengespresented to them.

Victoria Falls | Zimbabwe

Until the 19th century, the Zambezi River’s great cascade was called Mosi-oa-Tunya, “thesmoke that thunders,” by the local Kololo tribe. “Discovered” in 1855 by Dr. David Livingstoneand renamed for England’s queen, Victoria Fallsspans more than a mile. Twice the height of Niagara Falls, mighty Victoria Falls casts a veil of spray that at times can be seen up to 50 miles away.

Discover the glamour of the Golden Age of traintravel during a three-night rail journey betweenPretoria and Victoria Falls aboard the luxuriousRovos Rail, the Pride of Africa. Ride in vintagecarriages, restored to mint condition and impeccably appointed. Suites are decorated inlate Victorian and Edwardian style. Spend yourdays in the Observation Car or mingle with yourfellow travelers in the lounge. Enjoy attentiveservice and a touch of formality at dinner, aspassengers dress for the occasion. Expertlyprepared cuisine showcases local ingredientsand regional specialties, and all beverages are included. Each morning, take in the scenic splendor of the passing landscapes during a sumptuous breakfast. Three-course lunches and dinners, announced by a gong, include a selection of excellent South African wines. For your accommodations, choose between a Pullman Suite with joined twin beds or a doublebed that converts to a sofa and a Deluxe Suitewith a choice of twin or double beds and alounge area. Each air-conditioned suite featuresa minibar and a private bathroom with shower.

Rovos RailThe Pride of Africa

>Stalk big game in their native habitat while on safari in South Africa,Botswana and Zimbabwe.

>Feel the power of thundering Victoria Falls.

>Surround yourself in classic luxury during a three-night journeyaboard Rovos Rail.

>Walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela on Robben Island.

>Meet the young people involved in projects at a Soweto youth center.

> Immerse yourself in the easygoing lifestyle of Cape Town, SouthAfrica’s oldest city.

Above: Cape of Good Hope | Cover photo: Lioness and her cub

Each day on safari begins with new discoveriesand ends with a reinvigorated respect for nature.With an expert tracker leading the way, see exotic animals in their natural habitat, and watchthe drama of their day-to-day struggle for survival.

On this luxury safari, discover the landscapes and ecosystems of three different parks.

Thornybush Nature Reserve | South Africa

This private game reserve is home to the BigFive: lion, elephant, leopard, Cape buffalo andrhino. As the sun peeks over the horizon, climbinto your safari vehicle, which has stadium seating to ensure unimpeded views. The day isbeginning for the reserve’s diurnal animals, whoare on the prowl for breakfast as the nocturnalresidents wrap up a night of hunting. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and time atleisure to relax by the pool, or pamper yourselfwith a treatment at the spa. Later in the day, return to the trails to look for giraffe, zebra,hippo, impala and so many more majestic beasts.

Hwange National Park | Zimbabwe

During your train journey, stop at Hwange National Park for a game drive at The Hide, a private concession within the park. Explore the savannah and acacia forests in search of elephant, zebra, lion, kudu and other wild residents. The Hide’s water hole serves a widearea, so many animals come in for a drink.

Chobe National Park | Botswana

Chobe National Park is one of the most famousgame parks in southern Africa. While you cansee lions, leopards, giraffe, impala and baboonsin the park, you will be amazed by the number ofelephants who make their home here. During yourgame drive, you are sure to see several herds ofelephants wandering the plains or stopping bythe river for a drink or a bath. With a large birdpopulation of more than 460 species, Chobealso is a favored destination of birdwatchers.During a safari cruise on the Chobe River,(weather permitting) observe predators and preygathering at the river’s edge to quench their thirst.

Life on Safari

Musicians, Cape Town African penguins Nelson Mandela mural, Soweto Soweto youth group

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town