LAND OF KILIMANJARO:
TANZANIA ADVENTURE

Year-round Departures (except April and May)
(depart virtually any day of the week)

T R I P  B A C K G R O U N D

Tanzania offers one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth amidst a dramatic setting of endless savannas, volcanic calderas and snow-peaked equatorial mountains. Tanzania boasts more national parks and protected land than any other country in Africa. On this special safari, you will study and photograph wildlife in four of the finest game parks in Tanzania. You’ll also experience firsthand the cultural richness of the Tanzanian people, who are friendly, warmhearted and relaxed. Despite having more than 120 ethnic groups, Tanzania is a very safe, peaceful country devoid of tribal conflict.

Highlights of your "private" safari will include unparalleled wildlife viewing in the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater; hot air ballooning over the Serengeti plains (optional); meeting with Masai villagers; tracking elephants in Tarangire National Park; observing hippos in the lively hippo pool of Lake Manyara; visiting a secondary school and village to experience local culture; meeting with a local historian and storyteller; and learning of the origins of man at Olduvai Gorge. These are but a few of the experiences you’ll never forget!

NEI also offers extensions to Kenya, Zanzibar and the Seychelles Islands. Call for details.

You have the option of choosing a lecture from the topics listed below. Delivered by a regional specialist, this lecture will supplement the information conveyed by your top-notch guides. Some lectures may not be available on certain departures.

• Wildlife lecture on mammals or ornithology
• Tanzania’s peoples and cultures
• Rehabilitation of orphaned elephants and rhino
• Overview of Tanzanian history
• The Life of Julius Nyerere
• Archeological findings at Olduvai
• East African art
• Spiritual beliefs of the Masai people

I T I N E R A R Y

Note: We will gladly customize an itinerary to meet your preferences.

Note: You may stay at Swala, a deluxe tented camp, for a surcharge of approximately $125 per person.

Note: You may stay at Kirurumu, a deluxe tented camp, for a surcharge of approximately $100 per person.

Note: You may stay at the Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or Ngorongoro Crater Lodge for a surcharge.

Note: You may stay at Serengeti Serena Lodge or at Kusini, a deluxe tented camp, for a surcharge. Other deluxe tented camps (Migration, Grumeti, Kirawira) are also available for a surcharge.

One final game drive in the Serengeti before your flight to Arusha, where you will connect with your flights to the U.S. (B)

End of Safari

(Code: B-Breakfast; L-Lunch; D-Dinner)

2008 Land Cost:

2 Travelers:  

March, June, Nov, Dec: $3,180 (check) or $3,280 (credit card)
Jan, Feb, July-Oct: $3,380 (check) or $3,485 (credit card)

4 Travelers:

March, June, Nov, Dec: $2,780 (check) or $2,865 (credit card)
Jan, Feb, July-Oct: $2,980 (check) or $3,075 (credit card)

Note: please add $425 for hot air ballooning.

Land Cost Includes:
o "Private" safari vehicle with your own driver/guide
o All elective "soft" adventures (game drives; hiking; excludes ballooning)
o Accommodations for 7 nights in first class safari lodges based on double occupancy
o All meals (19)
o All transfers and land transportation
o Entrance/park fees

EXTENSIONS TO KENYA, ZANZIBAR AND THE SEYCHELLES:

Nature Expeditions International also offers extensions to Kenya, Zanzibar and the Seychelles. The latter two extensions are recommended for travelers who would like to relax in an exotic beach environment following their safari. To receive more information, please call (800) 869-0639 or e-mail us at info@naturexp.com. Trip Grade: Easy. Emphasis is on "off the beaten track" experience. All adventures are elective and low-intensity. Physical activities are not rigorous but travel conditions can be demanding. Activities include game drives and hot air ballooning. Accommodations are in first class safari lodges. Because the trip travels into remote areas, some discomfort may result from the elements, cultural differences, rough roads and schedule changes.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Land Cost Includes: Private driver/guide; all vehicle transportation and transfers as stated in the itinerary; accommodations for 7 nights in first class safari lodges; 19 meals; entrance/park fees; service and handling charges; instruction and leadership.

Land Cost Does Not Include: Airfare (quoted separately); tips to driver/guide; excess baggage charges; alcoholic beverages; laundry, supplemental lecture (s); passports or visas, personal insurance, other personal items; airport departure taxes; hotel nights en route or return from Africa.

Land Transportation: Ground transport in Tanzania is provided by minibuses with roof hatches for wildlife observation and photography and a private driver/guide. Passengers will be guaranteed a window seat. Each driver/guide is a professional with an in-depth knowledge of the wildlife.

Accommodations: Accommodations are based on double occupancy in first class safari lodges. Singles will be subject to a single supplement charge.

Climate: Tanzania has one of the most agreeable climates in the world with warm, sunny days of 70-85 degrees F and cool, pleasant nights dropping to 50-60 degrees in the dry season of June through October and December through February. The warmest months are December through February with clear blue skies and daytime temperatures of 75-90 degrees in most game parks. The short rains occur in November and the long rains in April and May.

Itinerary Changes: In order to take advantage of animal migrations, accommodations in this itinerary may change with the seasons. Other modifications may occur due to airline schedule changes and permit/national park restrictions.

Reservations and Payments: A deposit of $500 with the completed reservation form will ensure you a place on this trip. Departures are guaranteed with a minimum of two travelers. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure.

Cancellations and Refunds: If you need to cancel your trip, please notify us in writing or by fax immediately. The cancellation penalty is calculated from the day we receive cancellation notice. (For those persons who do travel, there are no refunds for any unused meals, accommodations or other trip activities.) In certain cases, the cancellation policies of NEI's subcontractors will supercede NEI's policy. The cancellation penalty is calculated based on the schedule below.

Number of days prior to departure. Cancellation fee per person:
    61+days         $500 plus applicable airfare penalties
    45–60 days    30% of land/cruise price plus applicable airfare penalties
    30–44 days    60% of land/cruise price plus applicable airfare penalties
    0–29 days     100% of land/cruise price plus applicable airfare penalties

Insurance: Trip cancellation, accident and baggage insurance are recommended and will be offered to all participants. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly advised; this will protect you in the case of cancellation due to personal or family illness.

Responsibility: Nature Expeditions International is responsible for conducting this trip as outlined in the published itinerary. It reserves the right, however, to cancel the trip should it become affected by conditions beyond the company’s control. In such an event, NEI will return all monies paid to it by the affected participants as full and final settlement.

NEI also reserves the right to substitute other lodging during the trip or to change the trip leader(s), itinerary, or travel arrangements if the staff believes it is in the best interest of all participants. In addition, NEI may decline to accept or retain any member or prospective member of an announced trip. Full refund for the unused portion of the trip will be paid to the affected participant in such an event.

Airline Clause: All arrangements for airline transportation are made by the respective airlines, which companies shall not have or incur any responsibility or liability to any person taking an trip except their liability as common carriers. Nor shall such carriers be or be held responsible for any act, omission, or event occurring after the passenger has disembarked from the conveyance. The usual passage contract in use by the carrier, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between said carrier and the passenger. All rates are based on tariffs currently or those tariffs to be placed in effect and are subject to adjustment in the event of changes therein. The air transportation services of any IATA/ARC member may be used.