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SAMPLE TRAVEL ITINERARY - Kibale, Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi National Parks 2020 - Bellingham Safaris
PHOTO CREDIT: SILVERBACK MOUNTAIN GORILLA BY SIMON BELLINGHAM

                      SAMPLE TRAVEL ITINERARY

                    Kibale, Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi
                             National Parks
                                                       2020

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    TOUR AT A GLANCE

    Day     Date              Location                                   Accommodation

    01      2020              Entebbe                                    Boma Hotel - Room (FI)

    02      2020              Kibale Forest National Park                Papaya Lake Lodge - Luxury cottage (FI)

    03      2020              Kibale Forest National Park                Papaya Lake Lodge - Luxury cottage (FI)

            2020              Queen Elizabeth National Park
    04                                                                   Mweya Safari Lodge - Deluxe room (FI)
                              (North)

            2020              Queen Elizabeth National Park              Ishasha Wilderness Camp - Luxury tent
    05
                              (South)                                    (FI)

            2020              Queen Elizabeth National Park              Ishasha Wilderness Camp - Luxury tent
    06
                              (South)                                    (FI)

            2020              Bwindi Impenetrable National
    07                                                                   Buhoma Lodge - Chalet (FI)
                              Park

            2020              Bwindi Impenetrable National
    08                                                                   Buhoma Lodge - Chalet (FI)
                              Park

            2020              Bwindi Impenetrable National
    09                                                                   Buhoma Lodge - Chalet (FI)
                              Park

    10      2020              Day of departure

    FB = full board (3 meals per day)         BB = bed and breakfast                   DBB = dinner, bed and breakfast
    FI = fully inclusive (all meals, snacks and standard beverages)

    PHOTO CREDIT: FEMALE GORILLA IN BWINDI BY SIMON BELLINGHAM

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               LOCATION: KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK
                                                       2 NIGHTS

    The towering Kibale Forest boasts the highest concentration and diversity of primate species of any
    reserve in East Africa. Here you have the opportunity to trek for our closest living relative – the
    chimpanzee! They are noisy and, if you do manage to come across a troop, their thrilling whoops,
    shrieks and grunts are likely to be heard before they are seen. As much of their diurnal time is spent
    feeding, an encounter is likely to involve observing them gorging on fruit (especially figs!) all the
    while engaging in the subtleties of chimp etiquette. Here too, in the riches of Kibale, you are likely to
    encounter other rare and colourful primates, including Guereza colobus, Central Africa red colobus,
    blue monkey, the highly terrestrial L’Hoest’s monkey, grey-cheeked mangabey and the delightful
    red-tailed monkey. As you explore these forests for mammals you may well encounter some of the
    avian gems that grace this forest; bird species here are typical of medium-altitude forest and include
    the globally-threatened white-naped pigeon, Narina trogon and superb and green-headed sunbirds,
    while the strikingly great blue turacos may provide some wonderful chances for colourful
    photographs.

    PHOTO CREDIT: CHIMPANZEE IN BY MARIO HABERFELD, GREAT BLUE TURACO BY GREG WHELAN

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            LOCATION: QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK
                                                       3 NIGHTS

    Queen Elizabeth National park offers the best chances in Uganda for big game and savanna species
    and is thus deservedly Uganda’s most popular game reserve. The reserve is dominated on its
    northern border by the spectacular snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains. A highlight here is a boat
    cruise along the Kazinga Channel which allows a close approach to African buffalo, elephant and
    hippopotamus in addition to scores of delightful water birds, including a chance of seeing African
    skimmers in action. Within the acacia and euphorbia dominated woodland, resides one of the area’s
    most bizarre mammals, the giant forest hog, and you should be sure to make a concerted effort to
    track down this unusual and rather brutish creature. This park is very rich in habitats and this is
    reflected by the huge bird list of over 550 species, making it one of the largest lists for any protected
    area in Africa. Mammals you have a good chance of finding in the remote southern section of Queen
    Elizabeth National Park include lion, leopard, spotted hyaena, olive baboon, African elephant and
    hippopotamus, while buffalo, Uganda kob, topi, the impressive Defassa waterbuck and comical
    Warthog dominate the grasslands. One of the star attractions of the southern part of Queen
    Elizabeth National Park are its “tree climbing lions”. While these animals are still very much part of
    the African lion population (Panthera leo) they spend a large portion of the day resting in trees, a
    behaviour trait seen more commonly in Leopards (Panthera pardus). You will search trees and
    thickets for this region’s famous Lions and the marvellous photographic opportunities they present.

    PHOTO CREDIT: HIPPO & BUFFALO EN MASSE IN THE KAZINGA CHANNEL & LIONESS IN ISHASHA BY SIMON BELLINGHAM

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       LOCATION: BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK
                                                        3 NIGHTS

    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park lies at the northern end of the fabled Virunga range in Western
    Uganda. This is a region of volcanoes, jagged valleys, waterfalls, lakes and dramatic mountain
    ranges. The Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to approximately half of the world
    population of Mountain Gorillas. Once part of a much larger forest that included the Virunga
    Volcanoes in neighbouring Rwanda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is now an ecological island
    within a sea of human cultivation and therefore of immense conservation importance. Around 350
    bird species, 200 butterfly species and at least 120 mammal species have been recorded in this
    biodiversity hotspot. Approximately 400 gorillas live at Bwindi and these are divided into 12 or so
    groups. Unforgettable Gorilla tracking excursions are on offer here! These are the largest of all
    primates with “silverbacks” (mature males) sometimes weighing up to 200 kg! Spending an hour with
    these gentle giants is, without a doubt, one of the most exciting and emotional wildlife experiences
    on Earth. Other mammals that can be encountered with some luck in this regal forest are
    Chimpanzee, L’Hoest’s Monkey, Blue and Red-tailed Monkeys, Yellow-backed Duiker, huge Guereza
    Colobus, and several species of squirrels including Fire-footed Rope, Carruthers’ Mountain, Ruwenzori
    Sun and Red-legged Sun Squirrels. To boot, this vast reserve also offers arguably the most
    productive montane forest birding in Africa and supports 23 of Uganda’s 24 Albertine Rift endemic
    bird species.

    PHOTO CREDIT: BABY GORILLA BY JIM JAMES, MOUNTAIN GORILLA BY SIMON BELLINGHAM

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                         ACCOMMODATION: BOMA HOTEL
                                                 ARRIVAL NIGHT

    The Boma is Entebbe's original and private hotel surrounded by tropical gardens, situated in a leafy
    suburb, only a few minutes from the airport. The staff ensure that all guests receive a personable
    service and friendly hospitality. All the rooms are decorated in a mixture of African and European
    decor, designed to reflect the original colonial architecture. The rooms are equipped with four-poster
    beds, en-suite bathrooms, satellite TV, international power points, safes, wireless internet
    connection and private verandas. The restaurant serves mostly homemade European-style meals
    with a dash of Indian, Thai and Mediterranean choices. A lovely private swimming pool provides a
    refreshing way to decompress from one's travels. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout and an office
    computer is also available for guests to use.

    Rates include: Accommodation, meals and local beverages
    1x Room

                                                   www.boma.co.ug

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                  ACCOMMODATION: PAPAYA LAKE LODGE
                                                        2 NIGHTS

    Ideally located close to the Kibale and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, Papaya Lake Lodge’s peaceful
    setting offers idyllic views of the Rwenzori Mountains, the volcanic crater lakes and the surrounding
    countryside. The unique interior design of Papaya Lake Lodge makes use of locally handmade
    materials. The nine exclusive cottages offer tranquil and comfortable spaces with exquisite furnishings
    with an African touch. The main lodge is the gathering place with fabulous views for meals and drinks.
    After a day of chimpanzee trekking, one may relax and soak up the wonderful views from the
    swimming pool.

    Rates include: Accommodation, meals and local beverages
    1x Luxury cottage

                                              www.papayalakelodge.com

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                ACCOMMODATION: MWEYA SAFARI LODGE
                                                        1 NIGHT

    Mweya Safari Lodge is located deep in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda's premier big game
    destination. Set on a peninsula above the wide Kazinga Channel, which separates Lake George and
    Lake Edward, and surrounded by the Rwenzori Mountains - known as the 'Mountains of the Moon' -
    the wood and thatch safari-style lodge offers magnificent views from all its rooms and cottages.
    Enjoy a cocktail in the infinity swimming pool overlooking the Kazinga Channel while enjoying views
    of the elephants and buffalo cooling off in the waters below. Choose to dine indoors in the elegant,
    formal dining room, or outside on the veranda with spectacular panoramic views of the Channel.

    Rates include: Accommodation, meals and local beverages
    1x Deluxe room

                                               www.mweyalodge.com

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           ACCOMMODATION: ISHASHA WILDERNESS CAMP
                                                        2 NIGHTS

    Ishasha Wilderness Camp is situated within the southern Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National
    Park on the Ntungwe river, an idyllic retreat for people who truly enjoy the wilderness. Each of the
    camp’s ten spacious canvas tented rooms has a private veranda overlooking the river. Comfortably
    furnished with large mosquito-netted beds, all rooms are en suite with hot ‘bush’ showers, running
    water for hand-basins and a flushing eco-friendly toilet. The thatched central lounge and dining area
    provide a comfortable setting for meals and relaxation, although meals may often be served ‘al
    fresco’ next to the river. In the evening, the outdoor fireplace is the perfect place for guests to relax
    with sundowners and share their day’s experiences.

    Meals are freshly prepared with many local ingredients, offering a balance of international and locally
    flavoured cuisine with all meals being of several delicious courses. The bar has a selection of local
    and imported beverages and our friendly local staff will attend to your needs. Hot beverages are
    available throughout the day on a self-service basis, and are delivered to your room with early
    morning wake up calls as required, allowing you to savour the early morning sounds of the ‘bush’
    awakening. Free Wi-Fi internet, recharging facilities and a curio/local craft shop are available in the
    central dining area.

    Rates include: Accommodation, meals, local beverages and laundry.
    1x Luxury tent

                         www.ugandaexclusivecamps.com/ishasha-wilderness-camp

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                       ACCOMMODATION: BUHOMA LODGE
                                                        3 NIGHTS

     Buhoma Lodge commands spectacular and uninterrupted views of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
     National Park. Eight, comfortable cottages have been carefully built, each with its own private
     veranda, allowing wonderful views of the forest canopy of the National Park. Inside the spacious
     cottages, guests will find comfortable beds, a well-appointed en suite bathroom with flushing toilet
     and a hot shower and also some rooms with bath tubs. An elevated lounge area, complete with bar
     and dining facilities, offers a cosy, comfortable environment, with fireplaces which add atmosphere
     and warmth in the cool evenings. As part of the lodge's commitment as an organization with a
     responsible tourism policy, Buhoma has designed the lodge using sustainable local materials where
     possible, with the emphasis being on natural products, which has, in turn, given support to the local
     communities and businesses.

 Rates include: Accommodation, meals, local beverages and laundry
 1x Chalet

                               www.ugandaexclusivecamps.com/buhoma-lodge

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 DAILY DETAIL

 Day 1                                                                                                   Entebbe

 On arrival in Entebbe you will be met at the airport by your Bellingham Safaris guide and transferred a
 short distance to your comfortable guest house for an overnight stay.

           Transfer: Entebbe International Airport to Boma Hotel (approx. 10min)

           Overnight: Boma Hotel

 Day 2                                                                                               Kibale Forest

 Today you transfer a short distance by road to Entebbe airport, where your plane awaits you for your
 flight to Kasese. As you approach the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains or "Mountains of the Moon"
 you enter Uganda’s famed tea plantation region. Upon landing in Kasese you will meet your resident
 guide/driver and transfer by road to Papaya Lake Lodge, situated close to the Kibale Forest. This
 afternoon after lunch, you may wish to head out on a walk around the Bigodi swamps. This will be
 your first opportunity to discover some of the wildlife riches of Uganda, as you will likely encounter
 some of Kibale’s many primates and colourful bird life.

           Transfer: Boma Hotel to Entebbe International Airport (approx. 10min)

           Flight: Entebbe International Airport to Kasese Airport
           Departure: 07h30
           Arrival: 08h30

           Transfer: Kasese Airport to Kibale Forest National Park (approx. 4 hrs)

           Overnight: Papaya Lake Lodge

 Day 3                                                                                               Kibale Forest

 Today you have the opportunity to trek for our closest living relative – the chimpanzee! After an early
 breakfast you will transfer by road to the visitor’s centre to meet your trekking guide, who after a brief
 orientation talk, will lead you off into the forest for your full day habituation experience with the
 chimpanzees. The full day habituation permit will allow you spend as much time on foot tracking down
 groups of chimpanzees that are not familiar with seeing humans. For this reason, you will also bring
 along a packed lunch, which you will be able to enjoy as and when you feel that you need to take a
 break. By spending time with these incredible animals, they too will start to learn that we are not a
 threat and will slowly, over time begin to behave as though you are not even there; a rare privilege
 given that they are highly intelligent wild animals. Whilst in the forest, you will also have opportunities
 to relish the sights and sounds of some the many other diurnal primates and birds that inhabit the
 Park, before heading back to camp enjoy a sundowner while sharing stories of the day’s adventure.

           Overnight: Papaya Lake Lodge

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 Day 4                                                         Queen Elizabeth National Park (North)

 An early morning start from Kibale today as you head south by road to northern part of Queen
 Elizabeth National park, while crossing the equator en route. You will arrive in time for lunch and a
 highlight here is an exclusive afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel which allows a close
 approach to African buffalo, elephant and scores of hippopotamus and Nile crocodiles in addition to
 many delightful water birds including a chance of seeing African skimmers in action.

           Transfer: Kibale Forest NP to Queen Elizabeth NP (approx. 4 hours)

           Overnight: Mweya Safari Lodge

 Day 5                                                        Queen Elizabeth National Park (South)

 Today you transfer by road to southern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Ishasha. This afternoon
 after lunch you will head out on a game drive to search the grasslands and marshes in search of
 wildlife.

           Transfer: Queen Elizabeth NP to Ishasha (approx. 4 hours)

           Overnight: Ishasha Wilderness Camp

 Day 6                                                        Queen Elizabeth National Park (South)

 You will have a morning and afternoon game drive to explore this magnificent terrain. The middle of
 the day will provide you with some most welcomed down time to enjoy the tranquil setting of the
 camp’s luxury tents situated on the lush banks of the Ntungwe River.

           Overnight: Ishasha Wilderness Camp

 Day 7                                                               Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

 Leaving the riches of Queen Elizabeth behind, you make your way once again to the forests of western
 Uganda, this time to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, at the northern end of the fabled Virunga
 range. After settling into your chalet, which is neatly positioned overlooking the primary forest of
 Bwindi, you will enjoy lunch and have the afternoon at leisure to relax and put your feet up before
 your 2 trekking days which follow, visit the local craft centre or enjoy some birding around the camp.
 Keep a lookout for the terrestrial L’Hoest’s monkeys which often frequent the camp, while the
 persistent call of the brown-throated Wattle-eye may be heard throughout.

           Transfer: Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable NP (approx. 2 hrs)

           Overnight: Buhoma Lodge

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 Day 8 & 9                                                              Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

 Approximately 400 gorillas live at Bwindi and these are divided into 12 or so groups. Here you have
 the opportunity to embark on two unforgettable gorilla trekking excursions, visiting one of the 4
 groups of remarkably peaceable and tolerant habituated mountain gorillas.

             Overnight: Buhoma Lodge

 Day 10                                                                                                Day of Departure

 This morning you will enjoy an early breakfast before you transfer by road to Kihihi airstrip for your
 private chartered flight back to Kajjansi, Entebbe. Time permitting, you will transfer to the Boma
 Hotel for lunch until it is time for your departure to the airport for your international flight home and
 it is here where your tour with Bellingham Safaris concludes.

             Transfer: Bwindi Impenetrable NP to Kihihi Airport (approx. 1 hr)
             Collection: 07h30

             Flight: Kihihi Airport to Kajjansi Airport
             Departure: 09h30
             Arrival: 11h00

             Transfer: Kajjansi Airport to Boma Hotel (approx. 20min)
             After lunch transfer to Entebbe International Airport

 COST OVERVIEW

 These costs are based on 6 adults travelling

 Per adult in double room                                                                                US$ 10,980.00

 Single supplement                                                                                       US$    820.00

 INCLUDES
        Accommodation as per the itinerary
        Meals from dinner on day 1 to lunch on day 10
        Local beverages and spirits
        1 x full day chimpanzee habituation permit per person
        2 x gorilla trekking permits per person
        Ground transportation in 4x4 vehicle
        Bottled drinking water, tea and coffee while in transit
        Activities: Full day chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest National Park, game drives in Queen
         Elizabeth National Park and 2 gorilla treks (Bwindi Impenetrable Forest)
        Reserve entrance fees
        Exclusive boat ride on the Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth National Park)
        Services of a Bellingham Safaris specialist guide
        Services of a resident guide/driver
        All internal flights: Entebbe to Kasese (day 2) and Kihihi to Kajjansi, Entebbe (day 10)
        Local staff gratuities including porterage during the gorilla treks

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 EXCLUDES
        Premium branded beverages
        Laundry (except at Ishasha and Buhoma)
        Items of personal nature
        Visa fees (please be sure to check if visas are required)
        Travel Insurance
        Excess baggage costs
        Changes to the itinerary
        Gratuities for your resident guide and tour leader
        Any items not included in the inclusions above

 GUEST FEEDBACK FROM PREVIOUS EXPEDITIONS
 “To Simon, Greg & the Bellingham Safari Team, I just wanted to say a massive thank you for the
 incredible Uganda trip! Usually, when holidays come to an end, I am ready to go home, but I am still
 missing Uganda lots (especially as London is just so cold)! You made it such a fulfilling, interesting and
 fun trip. To absorb the culture and the nature of Uganda was fantastic. We had such a great time with
 you both and with Livingstone and John”.

 “A highly personalised service; relaxed, attentive to each guest's preferences but without being fussy
 or intrusive. The two guides - Greg and Livingstone - worked as a great team to ensure that everyone
 got to see and do what they wanted. They are incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife, and friendly
 and humorous. We leant and laughed throughout our trip. The schedule worked very well; we felt we
 had enough time in each location, both to settle in and see as much as possible, but moving on meant
 the 10 days seemed to last longer. I couldn't recommend Bellingham Safaris more highly”.

 “We arrived back in the UK full of wonderful memories from our trip with you in Uganda. We all loved
 our time with you and were delighted by the engagement and commitment you showed both to us
 having an unforgettable experience and also pointing out the desperate need for conservation efforts
 and the role we can play in facilitating this”.

 “My wife, eldest daughter and I have just returned from a scheduled expedition to Uganda with
 Bellingham Safaris, to see both chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in the wild. We also had game
 drives both on land and water seeing an abundance of other wildlife including many birds and the
 famous tree climbing lions of Uganda. There were a total of 5 guests on the trip plus Greg, our
 wonderful South African guide and also a local guide from Uganda. The whole trip went like clockwork
 from start to finish. All we had to organise were our international flights, everything else was taken
 care of. We are currently planning our next holiday and will certainly go on another organised
 expedition in the future”.

 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
 Payment
 In the event of a go ahead we will require a non-refundable 30% deposit and the balance to be
 settled 3 months prior to arrival.

 We may have to impose more stringent payment and cancellation terms, should that be demanded
 of us by any of our individual suppliers that have been included in your itinerary.

 The tour price is always fixed in the currency quoted, and the actual cost in the other currencies will
 be adjusted according to prevailing exchange rates at the time of final invoicing (payments can be
 made either in USD or ZAR). We use the exchange rate of the day with a 3% margin (the typical
 exchange rate applied by credit card companies), using this source: http://www.oanda.com – the
 currency quoted is plugged into the “Currency I Want” and the INTERBANK +/- is adjusted to 3%

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 automatically generating the rate of the day. Guests are given 7 days to process with wire, after which
 we may need to update the exchange rate.

 Please note
    Upon confirmation of this tour, the cancellation policy for Bellingham Safaris will be effective
     immediately and the parties agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions as stated in our
     booking form. In the event of the Booking Form not being signed, the placement of any booking/s,
     by any means including e-mail, shall be deemed to be confirmation that the Terms and Conditions
     have been read, understood, any queries have been addressed to the satisfaction of the
     parties and that the parties agree to be bound by thereto.
    Scheduled tour prices are based on group numbers and should the need arise there may be a
     small group supplement. However if this does occur you have the right to cancel your tour
     without incurring any cancellation charges as long as you notify Bellingham Safaris within 7 days of
     the announcement. The announcement will be made prior to final invoicing.
    Rates quoted are subject to change if there are any increases in park fees, fuel, sales tax or
     VAT, third-party services, currency fluctuations or any other circumstances beyond our control. We
     will use our best endeavours to bring such changes to your attention, but you are nevertheless
     bound thereby.
    Prices are subject to unforeseen increases in tour related costs. Should an amendment in a
     routing or itinerary be necessary, we will adjust the price but such adjustment will be for your
     account.
    If the number of nights or dates of travel or number of participants should change, this may
     have an effect on the cost. We will re-cost accordingly and you agree to be bound by such re-
     costing.
    Please be sure to carefully check your visa requirements before your intended date of travel, as
     Bellingham Safaris cannot be held responsible should the necessary visa requirements not be
     fulfilled. Please remember that in some cases you may need to apply for a multiple entry visa.
     Please be sure to carefully check your passport requirements before your intended date of
     travel, as Bellingham Safaris cannot be held responsible should the necessary number of blank
     pages and passport validity dates not be fulfilled.
    Please consult your physician before you travel for advice on vaccinations and prophylaxis.
    Bellingham Safaris strongly advises that you take out comprehensive travel insurance covering
     yourself for personal effects, cancellation and curtailment. Personal accident, medical and
     emergency travel expense insurance is mandatory on any of our tours. Some activities and
     services may have weight and/or height restrictions per guest. For the sake of your own
     comfort, please advise us at time of booking if you are particularly bulky or tall and we will do our
     best to accommodate you. Please note additional costs may apply.
    Luggage restrictions are applicable including the use of hard suitcases. Details of luggage
     restrictions per region are available on our pre-departure documentation. Should your weight be
     above the limit set by an airline, a surcharge may be applicable, over and above the quoted tour
     price. Please peruse all flight information supplied by the airline concerned.
    Some flights may involve stops before reaching the final destination. Please check your itinerary
     and all flight information supplied by the airline concerned.
    Although we will try to stick as closely to the itinerary as possible and include all the activities
     mentioned there may be changes due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Flights,
     times and routes are subject to change without notice. Please make sure that you are aware
     of the check-in times for flights and give yourself ample time in this regard.
    Please advise us prior to booking should you have any health concerns. Also please notify us if
     your age is above 80 as you may require a doctor’s certificate.
    There may be some age restrictions with certain activities, most notably canoe rides and
     walking.
    All accommodations, activities and other services are subject to availability at the time of
     booking.

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