East Africa SAN DIEGO ZOO GLOBAL TANZANIA & KENYA - LAND OF THE MAASAI & THE "BIG FIVE"
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YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO JOIN SAN DIEGO ZOO GLOBAL ON AN EXCLUSIVE SAFARI TO East Africa TANZANIA & KENYA LAND OF THE MAASAI & THE “BIG FIVE” OCTOBER 31 TO NOVEMBER 15, 2021
YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1~SUNDAY~OCTOBER 31 Your journey begins as you board your overnight flight to Amsterdam, via Minneapolis–St. Paul. (Meals aloft) DAY 2~MONDAY~NOVEMBER 1 AMSTERDAM/ARUSHA Upon arrival in Arusha in the evening, you will be met by your Classic Escapes representative and transferred to your hotel. Your luxurious lodge is nestled in the foothills of Mount Meru, in view of Mount Kilimanjaro. This is an absolutely wonderful place to begin your journey to Tanzania. Following all your flights, this pleasant and peaceful country estate combines old-world ambience, African country elegance, excellent farm cuisine, personal service and genuine warmth from your hosts. The lodge has 18 individually styled garden rooms, two hidden cottages, and the River House---a secluded thatched cottage on the Usa River. Al fresco dining with barbeque facilities can be enjoyed. Overnight at the RIVERTREES LODGE. (Meals aloft) http://rivertrees.com/lodge DAY 3~TUESDAY~NOVEMBER 2 MTO WA MBU VILLAGE/NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA Depart this morning for the village of Mto Wa Mbu to learn the true value of ecotourism and how far your dollar goes. During the final years of the 20th century, Western influence coupled with growing economic challenges threatened to erase the cultural heritage still found in many traditional African villages. That’s when the Netherlands Development Organization, or SNV, came up with the concept of “cultural tourism.” Beginning in 1995, the SNV worked with the Tanzania Tourist Board to develop a program whereby local people earn extra income by organizing tours of their own communities. Demonstrating the native crafts, practices, and traditions that have been a part of their tribal heritage for centuries, native Tanzanians were able to retain their culturally rich way of life while offering tourists a unique and fascinating experience. The proceeds are put into a Village Development Levy (VDL) and funneled back into each community for specific development projects, such as construction of schools, irrigation, and soil conservation activities, cattle dips, and several income generating projects by women’s groups. Mto Wa Mbu village is one of the participating villages, located on the shores of Lake Manyara and a living example of one of the richest linguistic mixes in Africa. Home to over 90 tribes, Mto Wa Mbu is quite possibly the only place where you can hear Bantu, Nilotic, Khosian, and Cushitic accents spoken in the same marketplace together with the diverse lifestyles and heritage that comes with these people. The village, which few tourists visit, is a microcosm of life in rural Tanzania today. Following a lunch of traditional Tanzanian dishes served under banana trees in the heart of the village, explore the area with your village guides. Your leisurely stroll will take you through local homes, farmlands where banana, millet, cassava, and corn are grown, resident bars, a kindergarten, and a church. Afterwards, head to the highlands and your stunning accommodation.
Located on a coffee farm and facing the Oldeani Volcano, the Ngorongoro Farm House provides an experience reminiscent of the atmosphere of old times, and is comprised of three separate and intimate camps of 9 comfortable bungalows attractively built in the style of an old colonial farm and rustically decorated with local materials. The huge main building with a thatched roof contains the reception, bar, dining area, library, and lounge with a fireplace where you can enjoy a rest during the cool evenings in the highlands. Common areas are completed by a swimming pool with superb views of Oldeani Volcano and a craft shop. There is an organic vegetable and flower garden that covers some acres. You will enjoy excellent homemade cuisine prepared using the dairy and fresh vegetables produced by the farm all year around. Overnight at NGORONGORO FARM HOUSE. (B,L,D) http://www.tanganyikawildernesscamps.com/camps/ngorongorofarmhouse/ DAY 4~WEDNESDAY~NOVEMBER 3 NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA/NGORONGORO CRATER Today you board your Land Rover for an amazing journey as you descend onto the floor of the crater, a World Heritage site, which is an extinct volcano and the largest unbroken caldera in the world. The cone is believed to have collapsed nearly two million years ago, and while the cone was standing, it could have been as tall, if not taller, than Mount Kilimanjaro. The crater (1,800 feet deep and 102 square miles) is a microcosm of East African scenery with abundant wildlife including more than 25,000 larger animals, mostly herds of zebra and wildebeest. This is also the best place in Tanzania to see magnificent black-maned lions. This area offers an outstanding opportunity to see black rhinos, as they are protected around the clock. Over the years, the floor of this crater has become mostly savannah (grassland), with a soda lake whose size changes depending on the rains that are the lifeline of this amazing land. On this lake, marvel at the colorful flamingos and a variety of other water birds – more than 100 species of birds found here that are not found in the Serengeti. Resident ostrich, crowned crane, and kori bustard are joined seasonally by migrant flocks of shite and Abdim's storks. Patience may also reward you with glimpses of leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, elephants, warthogs, buffalo, impalas, hartebeests, elands, and many other antelopes. As you descend, you might be able to see the local Maasai as they take their cattle down the steep walls of the crater. It is their right, negotiated with the government and parks authority, to graze their cattle in about 75% of the crater floor. The mix of cattle with the wild animals makes for some terrific photographs, and the interaction between domestic and wild animals is almost unbelievable. At the hippo pool, take a rest and enjoy your
picnic lunch. Then resume your game-viewing and look for that special photograph, before returning to the rim of the crater six hours later (regulations now specify that no one can stay longer than six hours daily on the crater floor) and drive to your lodge. Overnight at NGORONGORO FARM HOUSE. (B,L,D) DAYS 5/6~THURSDAY/FRIDAY~NOVEMBER 4/5 TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK Continue your adventure in Tanzania with your visit to Tarangire National Park, the third largest national park in Tanzania. The feeling that this is a special, almost magical place strikes you as soon as you enter Tarangire, and you witness your first baobab tree. Here, the gently rolling countryside is dotted with these majestic trees, which seem to dwarf the animals that feed beneath them. Called the “tree of life,” many myths and legends surround Adansonia digitata (Adansonia for the French surgeon Michel Adanson and digitata meaning hand-like, a reference to the shape of the leaves). Your guides regale you with one or two of these tales as you pass through the park. This stretch of Africa is spectacular in the dry season when many of the migratory wildlife species come back to the permanent waters of Tarangire River. Huge herds of wildebeest, zebras, elands, and oryx gather to stay in Tarangire until the onset of the rains when they migrate again to good grazing areas. For those who love birds, Tarangire has over 300 bird species. But in addition to all those magnificent trees, birds, and beasts, Tarangire is superlative for another reason---elephants. Tarangire is home to the largest population of elephants in northern Tanzania, now numbering close to 2,500 individuals. Your accommodation for the next two nights is a permanent safari camp built close to the shores of Lake Manyara in a wildlife-rich area with impressive views of the Rift Valley and Ngorongoro Highlands and is a 25,000-hectares concession area set aside for conservation by the local Maasai Community. The 26 spacious tents and the 10 lodge rooms as well as the public areas of the camp are built on raised decks and have en suite bathrooms with built-in showers and mosquito netting, and private verandahs overlooking the valley and Lake Manyara. There is a lovely swimming pool with beautiful views located at the end of the main decking area attached to the bar and dining area, overlooking the plains. Enjoy delicious indoor or outdoor dining at the camp's restaurant, accompanied by lovely wilderness views. Overnights at MARAMBOI TENTED CAMP. (B,L,D Daily) http://twctanzania.com/en/accommodation/maramboi-tented-lodge/
DAYS 7/8~SATURDAY/SUNDAY~NOVEMBER 6/7 TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK/ARUSHA/AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK Today’s drive takes you back to Arusha in time for lunch. Afterward, drive toward the Namanga border where you cross into Kenya and continue to Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of Africa's highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. The snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rises above a saucer of clouds and dominates every aspect of Amboseli. This park covers only 150 square miles, but despite its small size and its fragile ecosystem it supports a wide range of mammals (well over 50 of the larger species) and birds (over 400 species). Years ago, this was the locale around which such famous writers as Ernest Hemingway and Robert Ruark spun their stories of big game hunting in the wilds of Africa. This, too, is part of Maasailand, and it’s not unusual to see the proud Maasai warrior or small children tending their cattle as you traverse their territory. In this land, animal and man have learned to coexist and thrive together, despite the harsh conditions. This is also the park that has been made famous by Cynthia Moss, the noted American naturalist and author who has one of the longest-running studies on elephants. You might have seen some of the elephants that Cynthia has immortalized in her many books and award-winning film, Echo of the Elephants. In the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, beside a copse of giant acacia trees and a gently flowing natural spring, stands Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge. With Kilimanjaro's 19,340-foot snow-capped summit presiding over the landscape, the setting is unrivalled. All around the lodge roams the wildlife that has made East Africa legendary: lions, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, baboons, gazelles, and wildebeest. Influenced by native Maasai architecture, the lodge is in perfect harmony with its environment. Beautifully landscaped gardens, unique guest services, and exceptional amenities enhance the distinctive ambience. The uniquely constructed Ivory Class guest rooms---96 in total---with en suite bathrooms, individually appointed with authentic Africana and murals painted by a renowned local artist, convey a distinctive Maasai Manyatta mood.
Grouped in the manner of a Maasai village, each room enjoys a view of either majestic Mount Kilimanjaro or the expansive Amboseli plains which are home to herds of elephant that feed on the large, feathery acacia trees. Overlooking the salt lick and floodlit water hole, the open-air dining room serves guests sumptuous international menus, buffets and barbecues alongside authentic African dishes. A bar and refreshing outdoor pool are some of the other luxuries one can expect to find at this lodge. Overnights at the AMBOSELI SERENA SAFARI LODGE. (B,L,D Daily) https://www.serenahotels.com/serenaamboseli/en/default.html DAYS 9/10/11~MONDAY/TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY~NOVEMBER 8/9/10 LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK /LAKE ELMENTEITA/HELL’S GATE/LAKE NAIVASHA/CRESCENT ISLAND Travel overland to Nairobi in time for lunch and then continue to the heart of the Great Rift Valley, which roughly bisects Kenya from north to south, a huge geological fault line that stretches round one-sixth of the Earth’s circumference and is visible from far out in space. At 2,000 feet deep and 30 miles wide, it runs as far as the eye can see. Its walls are sheer and high and, along its length, there are many volcanoes that are mostly dormant. The landscape, with bubbling springs and geysers, is spectacular. Arrive at your spectacular tented camp and relax for the rest of the afternoon. Spend the next day at Lake Nakuru National Park, a shallow alkaline body of water, once world-renowned for the huge concentration of flamingos. Today, there are not many flamingoes left, but the park boasts a huge variety of animals including leopards – often found snoozing on the branches of magnificent yellow-barked acacias – lions, buffalo, hippos, waterbucks, warthogs, baboons, and the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes (only found in this part of Kenya), white rhinos and the rare, protected black rhinos. For the bird-watching enthusiast, there are 450 species found in the park’s vicinity, with a big concentration of water birds, including marabou storks and pelicans. Next day, take a walk at Hell’s Gate, so named because of this gorge’s interesting geological formation. If you’re active, you’ll love the chance to get out and experience nature on foot. Famous for its natural hot geysers, the area is also a haven for ornithologists with its eagle and vulture breeding grounds. During your walk, you may spot Verreaux's eagles, augur buzzards, and thousands of swifts; 103 bird species have been recorded in the park. The game will not let you down either: buffalo, Maasai giraffes, elands, hartebeest, lions, leopards, and some cheetahs are in the area, although not easily viewed. During your walk, your guide will point out the various plants and discuss their medicinal uses.
You will also be treated to a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, where hippos and water birds abound, en route to Crescent Island, which you can explore on foot. No predators are found on this island, so walking among the free-roaming antelope is sure to be a fun experience. This island, shaped like a quarter moon, is a sanctuary for herds of antelope and many species of birds. Over 350 bird species have been recorded, with Thomson's gazelles, waterbucks, monkeys, and other wildlife to keep them company. Your home for the next two nights, Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp, offers luxurious accommodations nestled in the amazing Rift Valley scenery. Uniquely situated on the shoreline of sapphire- blue Lake Elmenteita where hundreds of thousands of birds congregate, the small and exclusive Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp opened in June 2011. Evocatively styled to echo the area’s rich history, the camp blends aristocratic elegance with modern luxury and offers cuisine and service of fittingly high standards. Overnights at the LAKE ELMENTEITA SERENA. (B,L,D Daily) https://www.serenahotels.com/serenaelmenteita/en/default.html DAYS 12/13/14 ~THURSDAY/FRIDAY/SATURDAY~NOVEMBER 11/12/13 MAASAI MARA / NORTHERN SERENGETI Drive to the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve. It is classic savannah grasslands, where animals are plentiful and the vistas spectacular. In this dreamlike land, animals live in freedom, and the Maasai care for their herds, all sharing the same land with minimal conflict. You will have three days of wildlife-viewing opportunities in the Maasai Mara Reserve, also known as the “Jewel of Africa,” a site with one of the largest and the most spectacular animal migrations in the world. The reserve is inhabited by many of Africa's most popular wild animals, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, leopards, black rhinos, and hippos. There are also over 500 resident species of birds in the park, including ostriches, larks, and sunbirds as well as the lovely lilac-breasted rollers.
The area is famous for rolling grasslands and for the Mara River, which runs through the reserve from north to south. The reserve covers an area of 700 square miles and forms part of the Serengeti ecosystem, hosting the world-famous spectacle of the annual migration of up to two million wildebeest, thousands of zebras, and an escort of carnivores from the Serengeti Plain that follow the rains and succulent new grasses. This is a costly trek as many of the lame and sick will fall prey to predators and many more will die in the swirling flood waters of the Mara River as they try to cross it. While this is not the time to see the crossings as most of the herds have migrated back to Tanzania, you should still see quite a variety, as the Mara has resident wildlife all year long. The Mara also has one of the highest concentrations of cheetahs on the continent, as well as many magnificent black-maned lions. While in the Mara, you will visit a Maasai Village to experience this semi-nomadic tribe’s way of life and their unique culture. The Mara Serena Safari Lodge is an interpretation of a traditional Maasai Manyatta village of domed huts. Accommodation is offered in 73 guest rooms, all of which have been styled to mirror the circular motif of a traditional Maasai Manyatta village of domed huts. The widely spaced and secluded rooms have been individually styled in exuberant bush colors and feature spacious en suite bathrooms. It is set on the saddle of a hill where it overlooks the 695 square miles of rolling plains, woodlands and rivers that make up the Maasai Mara Triangle---one of the world's richest wildlife sanctuaries. No other lodge has such a spectacular view of the surrounding landscape or the wildlife and birdlife that inhabit it. It is on this very terrain stretching endlessly before the lodge where the annual migration takes place, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traverse the landscape to feed on the rich new grass and give birth to their young. Overnights at the MARA SERENA SAFARI LODGE. (B,L,D Daily) https://www.serenahotels.com/serenamara/en/default.html DAY 15~SUNDAY~NOVEMBER 14 MAASAI MARA/ NAIROBI/ EN ROUTE Enjoy a last chance to photograph that awesome sunrise before flying back to Nairobi. A dayroom will be supplied for you at the CROWNE PLAZA NAIROBI before your transfer to the airport for your late evening flight to Amsterdam, connecting to your return flights home. As your journey comes to a close, you say a fond farewell to your driver/guides and promise to come back in the not-too-distant future. (B, Meals Aloft) DAY 16~MONDAY~NOVEMBER 15 AMSTERDAM/LOS ANGELES/ SAN DIEGO This morning your jet lands in Amsterdam. From here connect with your flight back home to San Diego, via Los Angeles, bringing with you the memories of all the wonderful sights of East Africa. (Meals Aloft)
OPTIONAL POST-TOUR EXTENSION TO UGANDA DAY 15~SUNDAY~NOVEMBER 14 MAASAI MARA/ ENTEBBE/ BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST NATIONAL PARK Transfer to the airport for your flight to Entebbe, where you’ll connect with your flight to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bwindi Lodge is a comfortable and stylish eco-lodge with eight bandas (cottages) and stunning views overlooking the primeval forest. The secluded bandas are tucked into individual clearings in the surrounding dense greenery. Each cottage is simple but elegantly furnished with hardwood floors and furniture, woven grass rugs, distinctive lighting and local crafts. All of them have en- suite eco-bathrooms with solar-powered showers (hot and cold water) and flushing toilets. Power is solar-generated, and charging facilities are located in common areas. A cozy fireside bar and lounge in the main building offers the opportunity to relax and enjoy the facilities after your gorilla viewing. Overnight at the BWINDI LODGE. (B,L,D) https://volcanoessafaris.com/bwindi-lodge-uganda/
DAYS 16/17~MONDAY/TUESDAY~NOVEMBER 15/16 ENTEBBE/BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST NATIONAL PARK Spend two days in enchanting Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Huge trees are festooned with creepers and parasitic plants such as mistletoe and orchids. At least 120 species of mammals make their home here in one of the richest ecosystems in Africa. Besides the 10 species of primates, elephants, bush pigs, giant forest hogs, many species of bats and rodents, at least 346 species of birds (including rare forest birds), 14 species of snakes, 27 species of frogs and toads, 6 chameleons, 14 lizards, skinks and geckos, and at least 202 species of butterflies are resident in the forest. There are also several endangered species of birds with limited ranges. Ugandan authorities are fiercely protective of this natural treasure and permit only a limited number of travelers per day. Your group will have the opportunity for two treks per person to view the mountain gorillas during your stay (at additional cost). Gorillas here live on the slopes of ancient volcanoes in high- elevation forests. The treks can last from four to seven hours (or more) depending on when you spot the gorillas. There is an hour limit to the time you spend with these majestic creatures once you spot them. Tracking gorillas through misty, seemingly impenetrable forests can be an exhausting process as the paths are often slippery, entangled, and wet. However, this effort is quickly forgotten the minute you encounter these beautiful creatures. Approximately 98% of the gorilla treks are successful but there is no guarantee that you will see the gorillas. Optional Batwa experience (at an additional cost) The Batwa were the original ancient dwellers of the forest. The first records of pygmies were made by the Egyptians over 4,000 years ago. They described short-stature people living near the “Mountains of the Moon” and extolled their abilities as dancers and storytellers. Homer and Aristotle also made mention of them. They lived peacefully, kept their traditional ways, and left a small footprint of their presence in the ancient forests. The Batwa Development Program is a community organization that supports the Batwa to become self-sufficient. The organization owns land where the pygmies practice and preserve their ancient traditions and also share them. Inspiring Batwa elders lead tours that reveal their use of medicinal plants, hunting/gathering customs, traditional homes, and even let you try shooting a bow and arrow! Bwindi Lodge is a comfortable and stylish eco-lodge with eight bandas (cottages) and stunning views overlooking the primeval forest. The secluded bandas are tucked into individual clearings in the surrounding dense greenery. Each cottage is simple but elegantly furnished with hardwood floors and furniture, woven grass rugs, distinctive lighting and local crafts. All of them have en-suite eco-bathrooms with solar- powered showers (hot and cold water) and flushing toilets. Power is solar-generated, and charging facilities are located in common areas. A cozy fireside bar and lounge in the main building offers the opportunity to relax and enjoy the facilities after your gorilla viewing. Overnights at the BWINDI LODGE. (B,L,D) https://volcanoessafaris.com/bwindi-lodge-uganda/
DAY 18~WEDNESDAY~NOVEMBER 17 BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST NATIONAL PARK /ENTEBBE/ EN ROUTE Your scheduled flight takes you back to Entebbe where private dayrooms are reserved for you. It is time to bid farewell to East Africa as you continue to Entebbe’s airport for your overnight flight, connecting to your flight home. (B,L) DAY 19~THUSRDAY~NOVEMBER 18 SAN DIEGO This afternoon, your flight arrives home, returning with all your wonderful memories of Uganda. (Meals Aloft)
OPTIONAL BALLOON SAFARI OPTIONS IN TANZANIA & KENYA Experience an exhilarating balloon safari for the most incredible way of viewing wildlife. It begins in the early morning and you have an hour of uninterrupted views of wildlife from the air---the best way to see the incessant movement of animals and the fabulous vistas of Tanzania and Kenya. During the flight, you will ascend to a high altitude to take in an amazing panoramic view and then descend to treetop level and silently glide above the wildlife below. Upon landing, enjoy a “bubbly” brunch, set especially for you in the middle of the plains. Zebras and wildebeest may be your dining guests, and Africa’s colorful birds may vie for a crumb of your bread. You then meet with your driver/guide and continue your safari. Many consider this one of the most memorable experiences of their safari. We suggest booking in advance to avoid disappointment. At present, the cost is as follows: Tarangire with collection from your lodge---Maramboi Tented Camp: $551 per person (currently, subject to change) Masai Mara with collection from your lodge---Mara Serena Camp: $500 per person (currently, subject to change) Reservations for this excursion are necessary before departure from the USA, if you wish to be guaranteed a seat. Full payment must be forwarded to Classic Escapes, 58-25 Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY 11377 to be received at least three weeks prior to departure. If your trip does not materialize due to weather or other reasons, your payment will be refunded upon returning to the U.S.A. However, if you should cancel for any reason, payment is nonrefundable.
SAFARI AIR LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS It is of vital importance that all guests traveling to Uganda strictly adhere to the luggage limits and regulations as stipulated below. LUGGAGE WEIGHT LIMIT PER PERSON * 33 lbs. (15 kg’s.) – total weight inclusive of luggage and hand luggage/camera equipment. LUGGAGE TYPE Soft-sided bags---no hard-shelled bags, wheels or frames allowed. LUGGAGE DIMENSIONS** 12 inches wide x 12 inches thick x 27 inches long. PERSONAL WEIGHT ALLOWANCES ON INTERNAL FLIGHTS: Your journey includes internal flights aboard light aircraft which are designed with a maximum body weight and luggage allowance; this is closely monitored by the flight operators for safety reasons. If your personal weight exceeds 85 kilos (187 lbs.) it may be necessary to purchase an extra seat and your Classic Escapes Operations Manager will contact you should this be necessary. Please note: *This is the total weight including both luggage and hand luggage/camera equipment. This is a safety requirement due to the sensitive weight and balance checks on the small aircraft and must be strictly adhered to. Travelers who require additional luggage must pre-book and pay for this on confirmation of the reservation. We would like to remind you that laundry services are available in all camps and lodges. **Please keep in mind that the baggage compartments on most of the light aircraft are only 25cm (10 inches) high, so the pilots must have the ability to manipulate the bag into the compartment. SOFT-SIDED BAGS PERMITTED HARD-SIDED BAGS NOT PERMITTED HANDLING OF INCORRECT LUGGAGE ON ARRIVAL The carriage of excess baggage is at the sole discretion of the Company after taking into consideration the aircraft being used and the number of passengers booked. When excess baggage is carried it will be charged at the prevailing rate. Excess luggage is charged at USD $3.00 per kilogram (2.2 lbs.). Guests who are unable to depart on the scheduled charter will be given the option to book a private charter at additional costs to be paid directly prior to departure and subject to the availability of aircraft at the time of booking these flights. No refunds on the costs paid for scheduled charters that were missed due to their incorrect luggage and/or accommodation not provided due to this delay will be provided. ASSISTANCE WITH BAGGAGE PRIOR TO ARRIVAL Should guests be travelling with the incorrect luggage and require assistance with storage (which we offer at no additional cost) or transportation to their point of departure from Uganda (transportation costs apply), this can be arranged provided this has been brought to our attention prior to their arrival in Uganda, preferably at the time of final booking confirmation.
INCLUSIONS Flight from the Maasai Mara to Entebbe, on the post-tour extension. Superior accommodations throughout as indicated or similar. All meals on safari in Kenya and Tanzania; all other meals as specified. All wildlife viewing by 4 X 4 vehicle with photo roof, driven by a naturalist guide. A window seat is guaranteed. Complimentary bottled water in vehicles and during meals. A specialist guide will accompany the group with 10 travelers. A host from the San Diego Zoo will accompany the group with a minimum of 10 travelers on the main program and 10 on the post-tour extension. All applicable hotel and lodge taxes and gratuities. All park entry fees. Complimentary luggage tags and passport wallet. Complimentary emergency evacuation insurance. EXCLUSIONS Round-trip air transportation from San Diego to Arusha and returns from Nairobi, including taxes and fuel surcharges. The post-tour extension returns from Entebbe (quoted separately). Optional flight from Mara to Nairobi (quoted separately). Permits to trek for the mountain gorillas in Uganda ($700 per person/per permit, currently). Visit to the Batwa Community ($120 per person, currently). Gratuities to driver/guides and other conveyance attendants. Gratuities should only be given as a reward for exceptional service and is at your discretion. We estimate $12 per person/per day for the specialist guide, $12 per person/per day for the safari driver, $10 per person/per day for the camp staff, and $ 3 per person for each arrival and departure transfer from the airport/ hotel. These are daily per service estimates and an exact tipping chart will be detailed on your final itinerary. Passport and visa fees and service charges for obtaining visas. Visas are required for US citizens traveling to Tanzania and Kenya. Excess baggage charges levied by airlines. Meals and beverages, other than specified. Laundry and other items of a personal nature. Personal and baggage insurance. Cost for anything not specifically mentioned in the listing above. PLEASE NOTE THE ITINERARY SEQUENCE IS CORRECT AT THE TIME OF WRITING BUT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
BRING-A-BOOK FOUNDATION Your safari may include a visit to a local school. We encourage you to bring colorful books and magazines, as well as school supplies such as pens, paper, crayons, soccer balls, etc., which you can present to the children during your visit. Many of these children have never owned a book in their life and the connection you’ll make with them is invaluable. You’ll find that children in the schools are eager to meet with visitors, practice their English, learn about your culture, and proudly share their own. You are often welcomed with a local song or dance. After seeing schools firsthand, meeting the dedicated teachers working under the most difficult conditions and children hungry for knowledge, many travelers have wanted to help the schools they visited or continue to support a child’s learning opportunities after they return to their homes. Bring-A-Book is an innovative effort adopted by Classic Escapes to expand education opportunities for schoolchildren. The Bring-A-Book Foundation is a registered Kenyan Charitable Trust that was created as a way to facilitate travelers’ wishes to help the schools and is used to get books into the hands of children as quickly and economically as possible. With compassionate ground operators such as Rangers Safaris, Wilderness Safaris and &Beyond, Classic Escapes has expanded the reach of BAB to Tanzania, South Africa, and Zambia, as well as to other countries our travelers visit around the world. Information will be given to you with your final documents, but if you wish to help further, feel free to call Classic Escapes at 800-627-1244 for details. CLASSIC ESCAPES CONSERVATION FUND In keeping with our mission to provide exciting, educational, and fun-filled experiences that nurture and directly support the diverse wildlife and cultures we visit around the world, Classic Escapes has established the Classic Escapes Conservation Fund to ensure that a percentage of all profits go to support conservation and wildlife researchers performing their critical work in the field. Project support has included wild dog, elephant, rhino and cheetah conservation in Botswana, Kenya, Tanzania, and Namibia; penguins in Punta San Juan Peru; tiger preservation in India; and sponsoring school children in Kenya, among many other projects around the world. By traveling with Classic Escapes, you are supporting travel as a tool for building the mutual respect, awareness, and understanding that are vital to preserving this planet for future generations.
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KENYA & TANZANIA Participants: Must be able to climb in and out of, as well as move around in confined quarters within safari 4 x 4 vehicles, minibuses, and small aircrafts unassisted. People need to be willing to rotate seats. Must be able to tolerate riding on uncomfortably uneven, bumpy roads (some with many potholes) for long periods of time (3--6 hours maximum), as well as some off-road experiences when opportunities allow. Must be able to stand and/or walk moderate distances when visiting villages, towns, or other sites. This walking will be on uneven ground or uphill, often at altitudes many people are not used to. Should generally be in good health and prepared to travel in locations without medical facilities. In general, this trip requires: Flexibility and good humor---unexpected changes and/or glitches will occur. A spirit of adventure and curiosity. Interest in and willingness to appreciate a destination with a modest infrastructure and a bending definition of comfort. That being said, some locations are nestled in absolute luxury where pampering is the norm. Air Schedules Choosing the best possible air arrangements for our travelers is always a challenge. We work with many airlines that offer the best level of service, routings, and value for our programs. While there may indeed be more direct routings available with another airline, the cost of these flights may not be within the budget that allows us to give you the best value possible. If you prefer to purchase your own international air, please feel free to choose the “land only” rate for this program. The start city for this program is Arusha, Tanzania, and the end city is Nairobi, Kenya. The post-tour extension returns from Entebbe, Uganda. Upon registration, you must provide your full legal name as it appears on your passport. In the event an airline ticket is issued with incorrect information you have provided, you will be responsible for charges associated with reissuing the ticket.
YOUR JOURNEY AT A GLANCE DESTINATION: TANZANIA, INCLUDING ARUSHA, TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK, LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK, & NGORONGORO CRATER; KENYA, INCLUDING LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK, LAKE ELEMENTEITA, HELL’S GATE, LAKE NAIVASHA, CRESCENT ISLAND, THE MAASAI MARA, & NAIROBI. OPTIONAL POST-TOUR EXTENSION TO UGANDA. HOSTED BY: THE SAN DIEGO ZOO ESCORTED BY: A HOST FROM THE SAN DIEGO ZOO DATES: OCTOBER 31 TO NOVEMBER 15, 2021 COSTS: PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE MAIN PROGRAM POST-TOUR EXTENSION TO UGANDA OCCUPANCY BASED ON 10 TRAVELERS BASED ON 10 TRAVELERS LAND ONLY COST $7,995 PER PERSON $4,995 PER PERSON, INCLUDING FLIGHT BETWEEN THE MAASAI MARA & ENTEBBE SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT $1,295 PER PERSON ADDITIONAL $695 PER PERSON ADDITIONAL ESTIMATED ECONOMY INTERNATIONAL AIR FROM $2,290 PER PERSON, ADDITIONAL $2,690 PER PERSON, ADDITIONAL, IF SAN DIEGO, ROUND-TRIP, INCLUDING ESTIMATED TAKING THE POST EXTENSION AND TAXES & FUEL SURCHARGES (CURRENTLY, SUBJECT RETURNING FROM ENTEBBE TO CHANGE)** PLUS, GORILLA PERMIT IN UGANDA, CURRENTLY N/A $700 PER PERSON, PER TREK *SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: RATE IS VALID FOR FIRST TWO SINGLE ROOMS BOOKED. IF MORE THAN TWO SINGLE ROOMS, ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENT WILL APPLY. SINGLES ARE ASSIGNED ON A FIRST-COME/FIRST-SERVED BASIS. **ALL INTERNATIONAL AIRFARES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND BASED ON MINIMUM OF 10 TRAVELERS. TAXES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL TICKETED. IF LESS THAN 10 TRAVELERS, THE FARE WILL INCREASE & BE GIVEN TO THE TRAVELERS PRIOR TO ISSUING THE TICKETS, APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. DEPARTURE CITY: SAN DIEGO (OTHER DEPARTURE CITIES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL: REGISTRATION HOW TO BOOK: Fill out and sign the enclosed reservation form and send it, along with the relevant deposit as shown below, to: Classic Escapes Inc., 58-25 Queens Blvd., Woodside NY, 11377. Upon receipt of your signed reservation form and deposit, we will, subject to availability, reserve your spot on the tour. You may consider your booking confirmed when you receive a confirmation notice and invoice from us. PAYMENTS DEPOSIT: A deposit of $1,500 per person for the main trip and $750 for the post-tour extension must be submitted at the time of booking. Deposits may be paid by check or charged to American Express, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. FINAL PAYMENT: Final payment is due 95 days before departure (July 28, 2021): you will receive a final invoice. Final payment is payable by check or money order ONLY. RATES: Rates are based on the minimum number of guests outlined in this document, plus airfare costs, currency exchange rates, and other factors and are subject to change. Although it is rare for Classic Escapes to make a price adjustment after promotion of an itinerary, we do reserve the right to assess a surcharge if the minimum number of travelers is not met, or if increases are forced upon us by airlines or other partners or because of changes in currency exchange rates. NOT INCLUDED: Cost of passport and visa fees, as well as service charges for obtaining visas; excess baggage charges levied by airlines; laundry and other items of a personal nature; optional travel insurance policy; cost for anything not specifically included in listing above. SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: The quoted rate is valid for the first two single rooms booked and on a first-come, first-served basis. If more than two single rooms are needed, an additional supplement will apply. Single accommodations are not guaranteed, but they will be provided at additional cost if available (see reservation form for cost). The single-room supplement pays for privacy, not better accommodations. For passengers who are traveling alone and wish to share a room with another tour member, we will do our best to provide a roommate. However, if this is not possible, you will be required to pay the single-room supplement prior to your departure from the USA. GRATUITIES AND TAXES: Gratuities for baggage handling, service charges and taxes imposed by hotels, and entrance fees to all points of interest as outlined in the itinerary are included. U.S. and foreign airport taxes are included in airfare costs. Tips to drivers and naturalist guide are NOT included. CANCELLATIONS, DEVIATIONS & CHANGES TRAVEL INSURANCE: We recommend travel insurance. Travel insurance can provide financial reimbursement should the unexpected occur. CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations are only effective on receipt of written notification. The following per-person fees are applicable on this tour: Up to July 28, 2021, less $300 handling fee and $500 nonrefundable deposit given to overseas suppliers; plus, gorilla permits which are nonrefundable once purchased. July 29 to August 17, 2021, deposit is forfeited, plus the gorilla permits. August 17 to 27, 2021, less 75% of tour cost, plus the gorilla permits. August 27, 2021, no refund is possible. These cancellation fees are also in addition to any fees imposed by airlines. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU OBTAIN THE OPTIONAL TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE POLICY. CHANGE FEES: Once you reserve your tour, changes are possible, subject to availability, of air or land space at the time of request. Should there be any change in fees imposed by airlines or ground operators, or additional costs incurred due to availability of any space, this cost will be invoiced to you. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS: We would be happy to make additional travel plans for you, including specially arranged pre- or post- tour extensions different than those that may be offered in conjunction with this tour. A service charge of $150 per person (over and above the cost of the services required) will be assessed.
. DOCUMENTS PASSPORT & VISAS: It is the guest’s responsibility to ensure that passports and visas are valid for the countries visited and for the applicable time period, as outlined by the U.S. Department of State (travel.state.gov) or by the passport holder’s country. Classic Escapes, their staff and their agents, cannot be held liable for any visas, etc., not held by the guests, nor for the cost of obtaining visas. PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION: Upon receipt of your registration and deposit, we will send a pre-departure packet to you. This packet contains all the information you need to prepare for your tour, including the complete itinerary, packing checklist, required documents, etc. FINAL DOCUMENTS: Final documents and tickets will be sent to you approximately two weeks prior to departure, provided all monies have been paid in full. TRANSPORTATION OPTIONAL AIR TRANSPORTATION: Round-trip, economy-class flights via DELTA AIR LINES and/or other IATAN carriers are between SAN DIEGO and the destination city noted in the itinerary. Rates are based on special promotional fares; cancellation fees apply once tickets are issued. Departures from other cities in the USA are possible at additional cost; inquire at the time of reservation. Please note that these promotional fares are subject to 10 passengers traveling together on the same airline routing and itinerary. If this minimum is not met, the special group rates are not applicable and it might become necessary to issue instant purchase tickets earlier than when final payment is due in order to take advantage of airfares that are similar to the group rates. Should this occur, you will be contacted with the details. AIRLINE SEATING: For DELTA AIR LINES, we request seats together for the group. All planes are nonsmoking. We can request a seating preference on your behalf; however, requested seats cannot be guaranteed. Requests should be made in writing no later than 60 days prior to departure. Bulkhead and/or emergency row seats can only be requested at airport check-in on the day of departure. Boarding passes will only be issued at the airport on the day of departure. You may inquire about seat changes during check-in , based on availability, and is at the sole discretion of airport staff. FREQUENT FLYER MILEAGE: As mentioned, we work primarily with DELTA AIR LINES. For a list of the airline’s partners, visit http://www.delta.com/content/www/en_US/skymiles/2015-skymiles-program.html. Obtain frequent flyer mileage on any of these carriers. Present your frequent flyer card for all flight check-ins and keep the boarding passes until you receive a statement with the mileage credit. TRANSFERS: Round-trip airport transfers are included in the tour for guests arriving on group flights. If travelers make their own air arrangements, they will be subject to extra transfer fees. TRIP DETAILS ACCOMMODATIONS: You will marvel at the wonderful accommodations provided throughout your tour. All rooms have private bathroom facilities and air conditioning and/or fans. All rates are based on double occupancy. Most rooms are twin-bedded, but king-size beds are occasionally available and should be requested in advance. Accommodations listed in this itinerary are correct at time of writing, but on rare occasions they may be substituted for a different property of comparable quality. MEALS: All meals as specified in the itinerary. Please notify us if you have special dietary needs or requests, and we will do our best to accommodate you. INOCULATIONS: When it comes to vaccination and disease prevention, we suggest that travelers first review information provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov/travel) and then review those details with their personal physicians. WATER: It is always advisable to drink bottled and/or filtered water when traveling overseas. Safe drinking water will be provided to travelers free of charge in the vehicles and during meals. BAGGAGE: On average, international flights from the USA allow one piece of checked luggage, not exceeding 50 pounds. However, we always recommend that you check your airline’s policy just before departure, as luggage limitations are always subject to change. Despite this weight allowance, we always suggest guests travel light. Also, soft-sided duffel bags are ideal for this tour, as they stow best in vehicles and airplanes with limited space.
. LUGGAGE ALLOWANCES ON INTERNAL FLIGHTS: Your journey includes internal flights aboard light aircraft, which are designed with a maximum luggage allowance; this is closely monitored by the flight operators for safety reasons. You are allowed one carry-on and one piece of luggage, total weight: 33 Lbs. (15 kg.) per person, including camera equipment. TERMS & CONDITIONS RESPONSIBIITIES: Neither Classic Escapes (the Company) nor any person or agent acting for, through, or on behalf of the Company shall be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from any cause whatsoever and without restricting the generality of the aforegoing shall particularly not be responsible for loss or damage arising from any errors or omissions contained in its brochure or other literature, loss or damage caused by delays, sickness, theft, injury or death. In addition, the Company shall have the right at any time at its discretion to cancel any trip or the remainder thereof or make any alteration in route, accommodation, price or other details and, in the event of any trip being rendered impossible, illegal or inadvisable by weather, strike, war, government or interference or any other cause whatsoever, the extra expenses incurred as a result thereof shall be the responsibility of the passenger. The Company may at its discretion, and without liability or cost to itself, at any time cancel or terminate the guest’s booking, and in particular without limiting the generality of the aforegoing it shall be entitled to do so in the event of the illness or the illegal or incompatible behavior of the guest, who shall in such circumstances not be entitled to any refund. The person making any booking will, by the making of such booking, warrant that he or she has authority to enter into a contract on behalf of the other person included in such a booking, and in the event of the failure of any or all of the other persons so included to make payment, the person making the booking shall by his/her signature thereof assume personal liability for the total price of all bookings made by him/her. PHOTOGRAPHY: The Company reserves the right without further notice to make use of any photograph or film taken on the tour by our photographers, without payment or permission. We guarantee that no photographs of a compromising nature will be used. CHANGES TO SCHEDULES: Although every effort is made to adhere to schedules, it should be borne in mind that the Company reserves the right, and in fact is obliged, to occasionally change routes and hotels as dictated by changing conditions. REFUNDS: While the Company uses its best endeavors to ensure that all anticipated accommodation is available as planned, there shall be no claim of any nature whatsoever against the Company for a refund, either in the whole or part, if any accommodation or excursion is unavailable and a reasonable alternative is not found. If the guest is unable to use any service provided in the itinerary, then there are no refunds due. AIRLINE CLAUSE: The airlines concerned are not to be held liable for any act, omission or event during the time the passengers are not on board their planes or conveyance. The passengers’ tickets in use by the airline or by other carriers concerned when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the airlines and the purchaser of these tickets and/or passengers. DELAYS: We cannot be held liable for any delays or additional costs incurred as a result of airlines not running to schedule. If one of our guides is unable to take a trip due to illness, etc., we reserve the right to substitute with another guide. This agreement is made subject to, and shall be governed by and construed according to, the laws of the country in which the trip takes place. Classic Escapes acts merely as an agent for the operating companies. To the best of our knowledge the itinerary is correct at the time of printing. We cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies or changes that may occur after printing. CONSENT: The payment of the deposit OR any other partial payment for a reservation on a trip constitutes consent by all guests covered by that payment to all provisions of the conditions and general information contained in this brochure, whether the guest has signed the booking form or not. The terms, under which you agree to take this trip, cannot be changed or amended except in writing and signed by an authorized director of the Company. By forwarding a deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical or other condition of disability that would create a hazard for him/herself or other participants and accepts the terms contained in this Conditions of Travel Agreement. INSURANCE: It is a condition of booking that the sole responsibility lies with the guest to ensure that they carry the correct comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover themselves, as well as any dependents/traveling companions, for the duration of their trip. Classic Escapes, including their representatives, employees, and agents, will take no responsibility for any costs, losses incurred or suffered by the guest or guest’s dependents or traveling companions. You must be medically able to travel when you pay your premium. The San Diego Zoo provides emergency medical and evacuation insurance at no cost. Optional insurance information will accompany your confirmation of deposit. It is important that you purchase insurance within 14 days from the date of your confirmation of deposit issuance in order to waive preexisting conditions.
East Africa---Tanzania & Kenya October 31 to November 15, 2021 Post-Tour Extension to Uganda, November 14 to 18, 2021 Sponsored by San Diego Zoo Global’s WorldWild Tours Program RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK Please read the following very carefully. As a condition of travel, we must have an initialed and signed copy of this liability release form for each Traveler prior to departure. Please initial and sign the release form and return it to Classic Escapes, keeping a copy for your records. Each Traveler must sign this statement, and parents must sign for their minor children. I have read the schedule of activities and other information in the brochure for the East Africa—Tanzania & Kenya trip, and I recognize and accept all risks thereof. I am aware that some aspects of this tour may not be appropriate for travelers with health concerns or disabilities. Individual countries have their own standards of accessibility for travelers with disabilities. I am aware that during the expedition I am participating in under the arrangements of San Diego Zoo Global, Classic Escapes and their respective agents or associates, certain risks and dangers may occur, including but not limited to the hazards of traveling over rugged terrain, accident or illness in remote places without medical facilities or availability of timely medical response, the forces of nature, unpredictable wild animals, and travel by air, train, boat, automobile, or other conveyances. I am aware that the activities described in this paragraph are hazardous activities. I am voluntarily participating in these hazardous activities with knowledge of the danger involved, and I hereby agree to accept and assume any and all risk of injury or death, and verify this statement by placing my initials here: Initial______ Initial_______ Photography: SDZ Global reserves the right without further notice to make use of any photography or film taken on the tour and of tour participants by our accompanying SDZ Global representative, without payment or permission of guest(s). No photographs of a compromising nature will be used. As consideration for being permitted by the SDZ Global and Classic Escapes or any of its affiliated organizations to participate in these activities and use its facilities and equipment, I hereby agree that I, my assignees, heirs, distributees, guardians, and legal representatives will not make a claim against, sue or attach the property of SDZ Global and Classic Escapes or any of its affiliated organizations for injury or damage resulting from my participation in the activities described in this document, or from the willful or negligent acts or omissions of any transportation supplier, hotel operator or other supplier hereunder. I have, and do assume, all the risk of the activities described in this document and will hold SDZ Global and Classic Escapes harmless from any and all actions, claims or demands of any kind and nature whatsoever that I or my assignees, heirs, distributees, guardians, and legal representatives now have or which may arise out of, or in conjunction with, my trip or participation in any activities arranged for me by SDZ Global and its agents and associates. I have carefully read this document and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between myself and SDZ Global, Classic Escapes and/or their respective affiliated organizations, and I sign it of my own free will. I have read, understand, and agree to all portions of the brochure, specifically those portions pertaining to terms and conditions, including the policy on cancellations and refunds, and I certify that I have consulted my physician and I do not have any mental or physical condition that would create a hazard for myself or other passengers. I recognize that SDZ Global acts only as a conduit between the expedition participants and Classic Escapes and has no other responsibility, contractual or otherwise, to anyone in connection with this tour. Note: As a condition of travel, each participant must initial the sections above and sign this statement. _____________________________________ _________________________________________ Print Name--Passenger 1 Signature Date _____________________________________ __________________________________________ Print Name--Passenger 2 Signature Date
RESERVATION FORM: SAN DIEGO ZOO GLOBAL ~ EAST AFRICA 21AFZ1031/ZSSD Enclosed is my deposit for $ ______________ ($1,500 per person, plus $750 for the post-tour extension, plus all gorilla permits) to hold __________ place(s) on the exclusive safari to Tanzania & Kenya departing on October 31, 2021. Cost is $7,995 per person, double occupancy, land only. Additional international air from San Diego is $2,290 per person, ($2,690 if taking the post extension) including departure taxes and fuel surcharges. (Currently--- subject to change). Final payment due date is: August 1, 2021 Please make check payable to CLASSIC ESCAPES and mail to 58-25 Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY 11377 OR Charge deposit to MasterCard Visa American Express Discover (Credit Card Authorization form needs to be completed and returned to Classic Escapes via mail or fax to 718-204-4726) Deposits can be made by credit card; however, all final payments are required to be made by check or money order only. A copy of your passport must accompany this form to confirm reservation. Upon receipt of your signed reservation form, passport copy, and deposit, we will, subject to availability, reserve your spot on the tour. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return of your trip and have two consecutive blank pages in the visa section. 1) NAME (As appears on passport): Mr. Mrs. Ms. Date of Birth (M/D/Y) / / Passport No. Green Card No. Expiration Date Nationality 2) NAME (As appears on passport): Mr. Mrs. Ms. Date of Birth (M/D/Y) / / Passport No. Green Card No. Expiration Date Nationality NAME FOR NAME BADGE IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE: 1) _______________________________________ 2) STREET ADDRESS: CITY: _____________________________________________________________________________ STATE: _________________ ZIP: PHONES: HOME: ( ) __________________________ OFFICE: ( ) ___________________________ MOBILE: ( ) EMAIL ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________________FAX: ( ) I certify that I have not recently been treated for, nor am I aware of, any physical or other condition or liability that would create a hazard to myself or the other members of this tour. The two of us above are sharing a room and, where possible, would like a room with: ONE TWO Beds (Make one selection only) I am sharing with ___________________________________________________________________________________________ (form sent separately) I need assistance in securing a roommate. I understand if the San Diego Zoo or the tour operator cannot locate one for me by final payment date, I agree to pay the additional single supplement amount. I prefer to share with: Smoker Nonsmoker I/We wish to participate in the optional post-tour extension to Uganda at a cost of $4,995 per person, plus $700 per gorilla permit. I desire single accommodations, if available, and will pay the single supplement additional cost of: $1,295 for the main trip $695 for Uganda post-tour extension I/We wish to participate in the following add-ons, at the additional per person cost of: Balloon Safari in Tarangire ($551 per person) Balloon Safari in the Serengeti ($500 per person) Flight between Maasai Mara and Nairobi ($350 per person) I/We wish to obtain permit(s) in Uganda as follows, at an additional per person cost of: $700 for one (1) gorilla permit $1,400 for two (2) gorilla permits $125 for the Batwa Experience Please make my/our round-trip air reservations on the group flights from San Diego via Delta Air Lines & KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Please make domestic round-trip air reservations for me from my home city: ______________________________________ to connect with the group flights and let me know the additional cost. Please send me information on air upgrades for: Business/First Class (only one class---business/first---exists) Airline Seating Preference Aisle Window Frequent Flier # ________________________________________________________________ **We can request a seating preference on your behalf, however, this is only a request and NOT guaranteed, as some seating assignments may be airport check-in only. Requests should be made in writing no later than 60 days prior to departure. Bulkhead and/or emergency row seats can only be requested at airport check-in on the day of departure. Also note that even if we do obtain your preferred seat, it is not guaranteed that the seat will be provided during check-in as there might be equipment changes that nullify our selection. I/We will make own air arrangements and will provide you with an itinerary before trip departure. All rates quoted are based on tariffs and value of foreign currencies in relation to the U.S. dollar in effect as of March 4, 2020 and are subject to change. Refunds are as outlined on Conditions of Travel. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU OBTAIN TRAVEL INSURANCE. RESERVATIONS ARE ACCEPTED SUBJECT TO TOUR CONDITIONS AND WILL BE CONFIRMED ONLY IF ACCOMPANIED BY COMPLETED FORM SIGNED BY THE TOUR PARTICIPANT(S). SIGNATURE: ____________________________________________________________________________________ DATE: ________________________________ SIGNATURE: ____________________________________________________________________________________ DATE: ________________________________ CLASSIC ESCAPES INC. 58-25 Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY 11377 (We recommend that you keep a copy of your selections as noted above for your future reference.)
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