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SPOT ELEPHANTS FROM YO U R E V E N I N G C R U I S E , ZAMBEZI RIVER, BOT S WAN A
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Hello 2021 2020 was not quite the adventure-packed year we had in mind... But as the world reopens & adapts to a new way of travelling, we want you to explore new parts of the world & feel AMAZING about it. After all, we all deserve something awesome to look forward to. So we’re here to help,
with everything from transportation, to health advice, changing plans, & sorting accommodation. On any of our trips across Africa, there’s no need to go it alone - let us do all the hard work, so you can kick back & soak up the adventure.
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ALL INCLUDED GAME DRIVES
SAFARI TRANSPORTATION
SEE EUROPE TOO
FROM THE FAMOUS KRUGER NATIONAL PARK TO THE ENDLESS PLAINS OF THE SERENGETI, OUR SAFARI TRIPS INCLUDE UNFORGETTABLE GAME DRIVES, GIVING YOU THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO SPOT (AND SNAP) THE BIG 5.
SAFARI TRUCKS, POP-TOP VEHICLES & OPEN GAME-VIEWER 4X4’S MAKE IT EASY TO SPOT SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST MAJESTIC WILDLIFE.
OUR TRIPS TO MOROCCO, EGYPT, ISRAEL & JORDAN CAN BE DONE ON THEIR OWN, OR HOP, SKIP & JUMP UP THERE ON ONE OF OUR MANY EUROPEAN TRIPS.
AMAZING SLEEPS
INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES
ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDES
FROM ROOMY LODGES TO LUXURIOUS SAFARI TENTS, OUR AFRICAN ACCOMMODATION IS AS UNIQUE AS THE CONTINENT ITSELF.
WITNESS THE MIGHT OF VICTORIA FALLS. SPOT LIONS IN THE MAASAI MARA, CATCH THE GREAT MIGRATION AND EVEN SEE CAPE TOWN FROM THE TOP OF TABLE MOUNTAIN.
ALL OUR GUIDES ARE PART OF OUR AMAZING CONTIKI CREW, WHO KNOW EACH PLACE LIKE THE BACK OF THEIR HAND.
SEE ALL OUR TRIPS ON P.28
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Jerusalem Jerash Tel Aviv Amman Dead Sea JORDAN Cairo Petra Eilat Hurghada Luxor
Esna Kom Ombo
EGYPT
Edfu Aswan
TRY ON LOCAL OUTFITS (AND SEE HOW COMFY THEY ARE), IN WADI RUM, JORDAN @SEA_GREENE
SLEEP IN SAFARI TENTS, MAASAI MARA, KENYA @MEGTENYCK
THE HARDES T PAR T IS PIC KIN G WHERE TO GO...
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UGANDA Lake Elementaita Bwindi Impenetrable KENYA Forest Nairobi Serengeti Maasai Mara National Reserve National Park Mt. Kilimanjaro Ngorongoro Crater Amboseli
Arusha
Mto Wa Mbu Tarangire
Zanzibar Island
TANZANIA SAFARI THROUGH INCREDIBLE LANDSCAPES, ALL INCLUDED
SEE THE INCREDIBLE ENTRANCE TO THE TREASURY, PETRA, JORDAN @KRISTINSLUYK
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ZAMBIA
Chobe Etosha
Okavango Delta
NAMIBIA Swakopmund
Walvis Bay Sossusvlei
Victoria Falls
Maun BOTSWANA
ZIMBABWE Kasane Makgadikgadi Pans
Windhoek
Johannesburg
SOUTH AFRICA
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Kruger National Park
INDIAN OCEAN SEE THE CUTE LOCALS, ON BOULDERS BEACH, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA @CLAREAC_
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T R AV E L B E T T E R W I T H C O N T I K I Whether you’re a long-time traveller or a first-time flyer, we make travel better; with more immersive experiences, shared with other travellers & our incredible crew.
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How it works So you’re ready to have the adventure of a lifetime? Here’s how we bring it to life for you, in 4 simple steps.
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T R AV E L TOGETHER We make travel a shared experience. Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, they are designed so you can share incredible experiences with travellers just like you from all around the world.
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D E TA I L S TA K E N C A R E OF We make travel easier. You get transportation, accommodation and a bunch of delicious meals all included in the price of your trip, so you never have to worry about the details. Our expert Trip Managers, Drivers & Local Guides sort out all the logistics so you can travel hassle-free.
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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES We make every day one to remember. Travel isn’t just about where you go, it’s about what you do when you get there. That’s why we hand-pick the best experiences to include in your trip. Plus, we have lots of optional Free Time Add-On experiences you can do in your free time and pay for as you travel.
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KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, SOUTH AFRICA @PAISLEY_MARK
AMBOSELI, KENYA @SHELBYYGRACE
T RAVE L YOU C AN TRUS T Travel is an amazing gift, but it comes with responsibilities. Contiki Cares is our commitment to protect the communities we visit, the wildlife we interact with and the planet we all share. Because we only get one planet, and together we can make travel matter. See p.8
It’s been a year of uncertainty, but with us you can be certain your well-being is our number one priority. Your trust is the most important thing to us - we’ve been doing this for over 50 years, after all. We’re also part of The Travel Corporation, a family of brands with over 100 years of experience travelling the world. Plus our Flexibility Promise gives you the confidence to book in a 2021 adventure, knowing you can change your mind as much as you need, whatever the world decides to throw at us next. Bring on 2021.
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We stand for travel that makes the world a better place. Whether we’re at home or overseas, travel comes with responsibilities. That’s why we’re determined to travel sustainably & consciously everywhere we go. And that’s why we’re willing to take a stand on causes closest to our hearts.
To be a Contiki traveller is to be a part of a diverse, passionate, global community. So on once in a lifetime trips & in our six-two editorial platform, we amplify those voices however we can, to make the world a better place however we can.
ANTI-POACHING CENTRE South Africa
IT’S OUR EXPERIENCES ON TRIP
When one bullet, to kill one Rhino provides 5 years worth of a minimum wage, we learn how complex it is to end poaching. Our visits fund more training for rangers to fight poaching. Do it on: Cape, Safari & Falls p.11 IRAQ AL AMIR WOMEN’S C O O P E R AT I V E
GIRAFFE CENTRE Nairobi, Kenya As part of important conservation work, you can get face to face with the world’s tallest terrestrial animal - just watch out, they may sneak in a kiss. Do it on: East Africa Safari p.13 ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE
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Pick up an amazing piece of pottery & other crafts, and support these women to become financially independent, boss women. Do it on: Israel & Jordan p.17 SHANGA COMMUNITY VISIT
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Meet the workers rehabilitating baby elephants who have lost their mamas, through human or natural causes & feel the love for these big babies. Do it on: Kenyan Highlights p.21
Visit a local community & pick up a souvenir of incredible jewellery, glassware & homewares made from recycled materials - all made by people with disabilities. Do it on: Taste of Tanzania p.20
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How We TreadRight The TreadRight foundation is Contiki’s guiding hands when it comes to sustainable travel. They’ve put together a 5 year sustainability strategy for us, to reduce food waste, source electricity from renewable sources, eliminate single use plastics and ultimately achieve carbon neutrality. Read all the finer details here: ttc.com/hwtr
These experiences are chosen with great care using an assessment criteria endorsed by sustainable tourism experts which is exclusive to Contiki and its sister brands. It is part of our commitment to advancing the United Nations Global Goals and positively impacting our travellers and the communities we visit.
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S E E T H E I N C R E D I B L E E N T R A N C E T O T H E T R E A S U R Y, P E T R A , JORDAN @NICCLAD
& THE SUSTAINABLE WAY W E T R AV E L OUR COMMITMENT TO REDUCE SINGLE USE PLASTICS + OUR O W N R E U S A B L E WAT E R B O T T L E S NO PHYSICAL DOCUMENTS – IT’S A L L O N L I N E AT M Y. C O N T I K I . C O M WE PLANT A TREE FOR EVERY T R AV E L L E R A T O N E T R E E PLANTED
THE MIDDLE EAST From ancient monuments to lost cities, desert vistas to thriving foodie scenes, this region stirs the soul like nowhere else. Our Middle East trips will sweep you off your feet.
WA S T E - F R E E , R E N E WA B L E P R O D U C T I O N C Y C L E M E R C H AT CONTIKI.TEEMILL.COM
CONTIKI CARES: IRAQ ALAMIR CENTRE, JORDAN @JESSIEMAA
F L O AT I N T H E D E A D S E A , ISRAEL @BRITT_HERCUS
WA D I R U M , J O R D A N @LORENCAPPS
E AT D E L I C I O U S F O O D T Y P I C A L OF THE REGION, ISRAEL @BDKIEN
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5.0 RATING
COUNTRIES
14 INCLUDED MEALS
10 NIGHTS 4 nights in hotels, 5 nights in African Lodges & 1 night Special Stay - Contiki Safari Camp in Chobe National Park
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10 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)
Coaches, open gameviewers, safari trucks & 2 internal flights
TEAM
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION
26 maximum group size
An experienced Trip Manger, Drivers & Local Guides
CHOBE CAMPING On this trip you’ll truly experience the wilderness of Africa with a night spent sleeping out under star-swept skies in the middle of the African bush. After a deliciously prepared meal, head back to your twin-share tent & fall asleep to the sounds of Africa.
GOT MORE TIME? Add a Cape Town Explorer p.24 to the start of this trip
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
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FLIGHTS INCLUDED
MALAWI ZAMBIA MOZAMBIQUE 2
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CHOBE
VICTORIA FALLS ZIMBABWE
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INDIAN OCEAN
BOTSWANA NAMIBIA
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ATLANTIC OCEAN
Places visited 1
Nightstops
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★ Contiki Safari Camp, Chobe* INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
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KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA
9 Included Experiences & 14 Free Time Add-Ons to bring you closer to Africa’s wondrous wildlife than ever before, with wineries and waterfalls thrown into the mix
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We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 6:00pm in Cape Town & ends approx. 7:30am in Kasane or 10.00am in Victoria Falls. This trip will stay on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls from January to June and on the Zimbabwean side of the falls from July to December. * The Chobe Special camping is offered around March to October, during the other months it is the rainy season so you will be accommodated at a lodge for two nights instead. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
Cable car to the top of Table Mountain - A New 7 Natural Wonders of the World Walk along Victoria Falls - An original 7 Natural Wonders of the World See South Africa’s mother city on a Cape Town City Tour All game drives in Kruger & Chobe National Parks Donate to an anti-poaching rangers training centre in our Wildlife Conservation Experience
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
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Wine Tasting in a Cape Town Vineyard See the most South Western tip of Africa & get close to penguins at Boulders Beach White water raft down some of the world’s best rapids on the mighty Zambezi River Bungee jump over the Zambezi River from the Bridge joining Zimbabwe & Zambia Spot elephants come to drink amongst pods of hippos on the Chobe River wildlife cruise for sunset
See contiki.com/cape-safari-falls for all experiences on this trip.
#CAPESAFARIFALLS
The one that combines the city of Cape Town, the wildlife of Kruger National Park & adrenaline-rush activities of Victoria Falls
Chobe Game Drive, Botswana @angeliqueadventures
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THE DETAILS
4.6 RATING
COUNTRIES
10 NIGHTS
15 INCLUDED MEALS
5 nights in lodges, 3 nights in hotels & 2 nights in Special Stay Contiki Safari Camp, Okavango Delta
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10 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 4 dinners (D)
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION Coaches, safari trucks & open game-viewers
25 maximum group size
TEAM An experienced Trip Manager, Drivers & Local Guides
The one that offers wildlife viewing, culture & adventure in the breathtaking Okavango Delta & Namibian deserts
OKAVANGO DELTA CAMPING Nestled in the unspoiled reaches of the Okavango Delta, you’ll stay in safari tents overlooking the Khwai River teeming with wildlife, crocs & hippos fringing the banks. It doesn’t get more unique than spending nights around the fire in the middle of Africa’s wildlife haven. Mokoro Boat Safari, Okavango Delta, Botswana @stevenstockhall
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SOSSUSVLEI
MAUN BOTSWANA
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MAKGADIKGADI PANS
9 Included Experiences & 10 Free Time Add-Ons for a wildlife extravaganza, from meerkats in the desert to elephants in the Okavango Delta, with included game drives almost every day
WINDHOEK
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Contiki Safari Camp, Okavango Delta INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
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WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
INDIAN OCEAN
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
F GOT MORE TIME? See the magnificent Victoria Falls and do all its activities by adding the Explorer package p.24 for 3 nights to the start of this trip.
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 7:30am in Kasane & ends approx. 12:00pm in Windhoek. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
3 days’ worth of game drives in open safari vehicles in wildlife’s haven – the Okavango Delta Explore Sosussvlei by capturing the iconic shots of Deadvlei & Big Daddy sand dune Take an exclusive night drive as we search for nocturnal predators with spotlights in the Okavango Delta Experience life with the Bushmen of Namibia as they invite you into their village learning their arts & crafts Awesome morning game drives in search of desert adapted animals in Etosha National Park
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Get those classic perspective photos in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pan Take an authentic canoe guided journey along the Okavango’s labyrinth of waterways in search of wildlife See wildlife from a different perspective on a helicopter flight over the natural Eden that is the Okavango Delta Sandboard down some of the world’s oldest sand dunes in the Namib Desert Enjoy true Namibian cuisine at the cattle-ranch inspired Joe’s Beerhouse
See contiki.com/okavango-delta-deserts for all experiences on this trip.
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THE DETAILS
4.9 RATING
COUNTRIES
11 NIGHTS
30 INCLUDED MEALS
1 night in a hotel, 2 nights in African Lodges, 6 nights in Safari Tents & 2 nights in a Contiki Special Stay inside Serengeti National Park
11 breakfasts (B) 9 lunches (L) 10 dinners (D)
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GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION Pop-top 7 seater safari vehicles with guaranteed window seats
20 maximum group size
TEAM An experienced Trip Manager, Driver & Local Guides
Maasai Village Tour, Amboseli, Kenya
Lion, Serengeti, Tanzania @heynadine
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
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SERENGETI
KENYA
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NGORONGORO CRATER 2
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10 Included Experiences & 4 Free Time Add-Ons for a safari extravaganza, where you’ll have ample opportunities to spot the Big 5 across Kenya and Tanzania
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
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TARANGIRE
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Serengeti Safari Camp, Serengeti National Park
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TANZANIA
Places visited 1
Nightstops
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Special Stay
Why not add on KilimanjaroMarangu or Zanzibar see p.25 or combine with Cape, Safari & Falls p.11 & save up to 5% with our Multi-Trip Discount on selected departures.
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FREE TIME ADD-ONS
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We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 6:00pm in Nairobi & ends at 12:00pm at Arusha Airport. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
View wildlife properly in our guaranteed window seat safari vehicles with pop-top roofs for 360 views All game drives in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Serengeti, Tarangire & Ngorogoro Crater National Parks Get close to the endangered Rothschild Giraffe’s at their breeding & rehabilitation centre in Nairobi See the incredible work done at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage as they rehabilitate elephants back into the wild Contribute to the Shanga Community Project of disabled community members who make arts & crafts Experience a Maasai Village as you partake in their daily lives & chores, led by a Maasai Warrior Take to the skies as you rise with the sun on a oncein-a-lifetime balloon safari over the Maasai Mara or Serengeti National Parks
See contiki.com/east-africa-safari for all experiences on this trip.
#EASTAFRICASAFARI
The one that combines the lush Kenyan plains & abundant Tanzanian wildlife in one, packed with all the essentials included
Game Drive, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania @heynadine
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COUNTRIES
14 NIGHTS
21 INCLUDED MEALS
4 nights in hotels, 7 nights in African Lodges & 3 nights in exclusive Contiki Safari Camps
14 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 6 dinners (D)
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION Coaches, open gameviewers, safari trucks & 2 internal flights
26 maximum group size
TEAM An experienced Trip Manger, Drivers & Local Guides
The one that combines Cape Town vistas with awesome game drives in the Okavango Delta, Kruger & Chobe
Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa
CHOBE & OKAVANGO DELTA CONTIKI SAFARI CAMPS On this trip you’ll truly experience the wilderness of Africa with night’s spent sleeping out under star-swept skies in the middle of the African bush. After a deliciously prepared meal, head back to your twin-share tent & fall asleep to the sounds of Africa. Chobe River Cruise, Botswana
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
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FLIGHTS INCLUDED MALAWI ZAMBIA MOZAMBIQUE
OKAVANGO DELTA 2 END
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VICTORIA FALLS ZIMBABWE
CHOBE
INDIAN OCEAN
MAKGADIKGADI PANS
BOTSWANA
NAMIBIA
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KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
15 Included Experiences & 18 Free Time Add-Ons to uncover Cape Town’s spellbinding natural beauty and bring you up close to migrating elephants, while at night you’ll swap stories around the campfire under starlit skies
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
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Cable Car to the top of Table Mountain - A new 7 Natural Wonders of the World Walk along Victoria Falls - An original 7 Natural Wonders of the World All game drives in the Okavango Delta, Kruger & Chobe National Parks Donate to an anti-poaching rangers training centre in our Wildlife Conservation Experience
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
JOHANNESBURG
CAPE TOWN
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Contiki Safari Camp, Chobe* ★ Contiki Safari Camp, Okavango Delta
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Nightstops
1
Special Stay Plane
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. This trip will stay on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls from January to June and on the Zimbabwean side of the falls from July to December. * The Chobe Special camping is offered around March to October, during the other months it is the rainy season so you will be accommodated at a lodge for two nights instead.” Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 6:00pm in Cape Town & ends 10am in Maun. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
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See the most Southwestern tip of Africa & get close to penguins at Boulders Beach Experience the effects of Apartheid on South Africa with a locally guided township tour Enjoy a Gin & Tonic on a sunset boat cruise down the Zambezi River while on the lookout for wildlife Take a walk on the wild-side with a ranger-guided walking safari in a National Park Check off two countries as you zipline over the mighty Zambezi River from Zambia to Zimbabwe
See contiki.com/cape-delta-safari for all experiences on this trip.
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20 NIGHTS
29 INCLUDED MEALS
5 nights in hotels, 12 nights in lodges, 3 nights in exclusive Contiki Safari Camps
20 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 8 dinners (D)
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4.6 RATING
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION Coaches, open gameviewers, safari trucks & 2 internal flights
26 maximum group size
TEAM An experienced Trip Manager, Drivers & Local Guides
Meerkat colony, Makgadgadi Pans, Botswana
Shearwater Explorer’s Village, Victoria Falls
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
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FLIGHTS INCLUDED MALAWI ZAMBIA MOZAMBIQUE
OKAVANGO DELTA 2 VICTORIA FALLS ETOSHA
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NAMIBIA
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SWAKOPMUND
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Walvis Bay
SOSSUSVLEI
MAUN
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ZIMBABWE
INDIAN OCEAN CHOBE MAKGADIKGADI PANS
BOTSWANA
WINDHOEK
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KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA
ATLANTIC OCEAN
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CAPE TOWN
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18 Included Experiences & 24 Free Time Add-Ons to bring you Africa’s stunning natural beauty and wondrous wildlife, from the thundering might of Victoria Falls to the Okavango Delta teeming with elephants and the awesome salt pans of Etosha National Park
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Contiki Safari Camp, Chobe* ★ Contiki Safari Camp, Okavango Delta INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
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Cable car to the top of Table Mountain - A New 7 Wonders of the Natural Wold Walk along Victoria Falls - An original 7 Wonders of the Natural World Game Drives in the Okavango Delta, Kruger, Chobe & Etosha National Parks Experience life with the Bushmen of Namibia as they invite you into their village to learn their arts & crafts Donate to an anti-poaching rangers training centre in our Wildlife Conservation Experience
Places visited
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Nightstops Special Stay
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Plane
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. This trip will stay on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls from January to June and on the Zimbabwean side of the falls from July to December. Single room supplements are available. * The Chobe Special camping is offered around March to October, during the other months it is the rainy season so you will be accommodated at a lodge for two nights instead. Trip starts 6:00pm in Cape Town & ends approx. 12:00pm in Windhoek. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
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See the most Southwestern tip of Africa & get close to penguins at Boulders Beach White water raft down some of the world’s best rapids on the mighty Zambezi River Bungee jump over the Zambezi River from the Bridge joining Zimbabwe & Zambia
See contiki.com/southern-africa-safari for all experiences on this trip.
#SOUTHERNAFRICASAFARI
The one that delivers the ultimate safari adventure through Africa featuring Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Botswana & Namibia
Mokoro Boat Safari, Okavango Delta, Botswana @capture.by.danny
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MAASAI VILLAGE TOUR, AMBOSELI @HEYNADINE
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WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
DAYS
1
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
THE NUMBERS
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COUNTRY
Places visited 1
Nightstops Start/end city
1
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Special Stay Coach
CAIRO
Train
LF OF SU
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EGYPT
Esna
1
See the Great Pyramids and Sphinx in Giza Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo Egyptian buffet dinner with a vibrant belly dancing show
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INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
1
HURGHADA 1 LUXOR EDFU
#CONTIKIEGYPT
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★ Nile Cruise
ILE EN
SPECIAL STAYS 15 INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)
2
Giza Sakkara
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Special Stay: 3 nights Nile Cruise, 3 nights in hotels, 1 night twin-berth sleep couchette train (Cairo to Aswan)
Plane or boat
7 Included Experiences & 5 Free Time Add-Ons that’ll see you glide down the Nile and snorkel in the Red Sea, while exploring ancient tombs along the way
1
7 NIGHTS
RED SEA
Kom Ombo
1
ASWAN
LAKE NASSER
FREE TIME ADD-ONS GROUP SIZE & TEAM 25 average group size. An experienced Trip Manager, Driver & Local Guides
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Visit Abu Simbel’s Temple of Ramses II Take a cruise along the world-famous Red Sea & snorkel among the colourful reef
See contiki.com/egypt for all experiences on this trip.
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Note: Single room supplements do not apply to night 2 in the itinerary. Overnight train cabins are twin-share only. Trip starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am in Cairo. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. This trip also runs in winter, for details, visit contiki.com or speak to your travel agent.
THE NUMBERS
11
THE DETAILS
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
10 NIGHTS 8 nights twin or twin-share hotel accommodation & 2 nights in Lighthouse Hotel Tel Aviv
14 INCLUDED MEALS 10 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 3 dinners (D)
DAYS
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/ISRAEL ANDJORDAN TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
COUNTRIES
8 Included Experiences & 5 Free Time Add-Ons that’ll uncover the ancient wonders of these historical heavyweights, from awesome desert vistas to lost cities carved into rocks FEATURE ACCOMMODATION
Places visited 1
Nightstops
1
Special Stay Plane
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
START
Jerash
END
TEL AVIV
4
2
ISRAEL
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
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CONTIKI CARES Visit the TreadRight supported Iraq Al-Amir Women’s Cooperative Society Explore the incredible sites of one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, Petra, Jordan Boat cruise & lunch on the Red Sea EatWith locals inside their homes & taste traditional Israeli food in Tel Aviv
See contiki.com/israelandjordan for all experiences on this trip.
1
AMMAN
Dead Sea
JORDAN
PETRA 1
EILAT
2 Wadi Rum
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
F F
Western Wall
JERUSALEM
★ Lighthouse Hotel, Tel Aviv
• GROUP SIZE & TEAM 17 average group size. An experienced Trip Manager, Driver & Local Guides
2
CONTIKI.COM/ISRAELANDJORDAN
1
FLIGHT INCLUDED
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. If travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 7:00pm in Jerusalem & ends approx. 10:00am in Tel Aviv. Note: Please note this trip includes an internal flight which has strict luggage restrictions of 20kg per person Note: Your trip price does not include the Border Tax - about $50US & Jordanian Visa where required. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. This trip also runs in winter, for details, visit contiki.com or speak to your travel agent.
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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
MOROCCAN ADVENTURE THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
1
10
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/MOROCCANADVENTURE TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
COUNTRY
DAYS
9 NIGHTS
16 INCLUDED MEALS
Special Stays: 2 nights in a Traditional Moroccan Riad, 1 night Belle Etoile Desert Camp, 6 nights twin-share hotel
9 breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION Air conditioned coach
24 maximum group size
TEAM An experienced Trip Manager & Driver, plus Local Guides
The one that brings you the best of Morocco, from camping in the Sahara to exploring the souks, smells and sounds of Marrakech
MOROCCO 5 DAY Want to add souks and spices to your life - but a bit short on time? Our 5 day Morocco trip will take you from lavish palaces to bustling markets, desert panoramas to cooking classes in the homes of locals. All in less than a week. Visit your travel agent or contiki.com/Morocco to see prices, dates & the best deals available
Casablanca, Morocco @hilalflkc
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
CHEFCHAOUEN
1
2 FEZ
Rabat
CASABLANCA
Atlas Mountains
1 MOROCCO
MARRAKECH
2
Aït Benhaddou
Todra Gorge
1
13 Included Experiences & 5 Free Time Add-Ons that’ll let you taste the flavours of Morocco, camp in the Sahara under starry skies and dine with locals in their own homes
ERFOUD
1
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Riad Mounana, Fez ★ Desert Camp in the Sahara (Belle Etoile) INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
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• •
1 MERZOUGA
OUARZAZATE
4x4 drive to the heart of the Merzouga Desert and stay overnight in a tented village. Enjoy sunset over the Sahara and finish off the evening with a traditional Berber Feast with music Locally guided city tour of the famous “Blue City”, Chefchaouen CONTIKI CARES Enjoy a cooking class a the Al Amal women’s cooperative in Marrakech where you will pick your own organic vegetables and learn how to cook a Moroccan meal
FREE TIME ADD-ONS Places visited 1
Nightstops
1
Special Stay
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 4:00pm in Marrakech & ends approx. 8:00am in Marrakech. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. Please Note: A Special Stay feature property on this trip is a traditional Morrocan Riad in Fez. Due to the size & authenticity of this property we may have to use a mix of twin & triple rooms to accommodate the entire group. This trip also runs in winter, for details, visit contiki.com or speak to your travel agent.
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CONTIKI CARES Dine with locals in their homes and share a traditional meal and learn about Moroccan life Enjoy the final evening together at a restaurant in the heart of the Jamma Lfna Square for a meal and belly dancing show Sandboarding in the Sahara Desert
See contiki.com/moroccanadventure for all experiences on this trip.
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THE DETAILS
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
4 NIGHTS
7 INCLUDED MEALS 4 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 2 dinners (D)
GROUP SIZE & TEAM 25 maximum group size. An experienced Trip Manager, Driver & Local Guides
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/BEST-BOTSWANA TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
COUNTRY 1
Nightstops
1
Special Stay
2
END
MAUN
6 Included Experiences & 4 Free Time Add-Ons to bring you close to migrating elephants, see you glide down the deta on traditional canoes and even visit a cheeky meerkat colony in the wild
1
OKAVANGO DELTA
START
KASANE 1
MAKGADIKGADI PANS BOTSWANA
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Contiki Safari Camp, Okavango Delta
GOT MORE TIME?
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
•
Add the Victoria Falls Explorer to make this the perfect week long trip in two countries. See p.24 the majestic Victoria Falls and participate in all its adrenaline-filled activities before jumping on the safari of a lifetime
All morning & afternoon Game Drives in the Okavango Delta
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
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Take those classic perspective photos in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pan Get close to a meerkat colony as they go about their daily routine in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pan
See contiki.com/best-botswana for all experiences on this trip.
#BESTOFBOTSWANA
2 nights in African Lodges & 2 nights in Special Stay Contiki Safari Camp
DAYS
1
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
THE NUMBERS
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Meerkat colony, Makgadikgadi Pan @stevenstockhall
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 7:30am in Kasane & ends 10:00am in Maun. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/ staylonger.
THE NUMBERS
7
THE DETAILS
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
6 NIGHTS 3 nights in African Lodges & 3 nights in hotels
8 INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)
GROUP SIZE & TEAM 26 maximum group size. An experienced Trip Manager, Driver & Local Guides
DAYS
CONTIKI.COM/NOMADIC-NAMIBIA
1
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/NOMADIC-NAMIBIA TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
COUNTRY
3 Included Experiences & 6 Free Time Add-Ons that’ll see you spending time with the San Bushmen and learning their hunter gatherer ways, as well as game drives in Etosha National Park
Places visited 1
Nightstops
ETOSHA
2 NAMIBIA
SWAKOPMUND
2 1
Walvis Bay
SOSSUSVLEI
WINDHOEK
1
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
•
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Spend time with the San Bushmen of Omandumba’s Living Village as they invite you into their village learning their hunter/gatherer traditions Awesome morning game drives in search of desert adapted animals in Etosha National Park
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
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Sandboard down some of the world’s oldest sand dunes in the Namib Desert
See contiki.com/nomadic-namibia for all experiences on this trip.
Big Daddy Sand Dune, Sossusvlei, Namibia
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 5:00pm in Windhoek & ends 12:00pm in Windhoek. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
#NOMADICNAMIBIA
NOMADIC NAMIBIA
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#TASTEOFTANZANIA
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
TASTE OF TANZANIA 6
THE NUMBERS
1
DAYS
THE DETAILS
COUNTRY
5 NIGHTS
14 INCLUDED MEALS
1 night in an African Lodge, 2 nights in Safari Tents & 2 nights in a Contiki Special Stay inside the Serengeti National Park
5 breakfasts (B) 4 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/ TASTE-TANZANIA TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
4.9 RATING
Pop-top 7 seater safari vehicles with guaranteed window seats
TEAM
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION
20 maximum group size
An experienced Trip Manager, Drivers & Local Guides
The one that will see you safari your way around Tanzania’s Maasai Villages and wondrous wildlife
THE GREAT MIGRATION This trip through Tanzania offers the best opportunity to see the Great Migration in the Serengeti and the predators that follow its millions of wildebeest and zebra. Travelling here between December and April offers you the best chance of seeing this spectacle, although never guaranteed, the plains of the Serengeti alone offer the best wildlife viewing anywhere in Africa all year round. Maasai Village Tour, Tarangire
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
Maasai Giraffe, Serengeti
Buffet Dinners, Ngorongoro Crater
SERENGETI 1
Places visited Nightstops
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
• • • •
TANZANIA
View wildlife properly in our guaranteed window seat safari vehicles with pop-top roofs for 360 views All game drives in the Serengeti, Tarangire & Ngorongoro Crater National Parks A guided walk through a local village market in Mto Wa Mbu Contribute to the Shanga Community Project of disabled community members who make arts & crafts Local arts & crafts shopping along the way
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
ARUSHA Mto Wa Mbu
1
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Serengeti Safari Camp, Serengeti National Park
•
2
NGORONGORO CRATER
8 Included Experiences & 2 Free Time AddOns to explore the spectacular Serengeti, including the Great Rift Valley, ancient volcanoes dense with predators and sleeping under the star-swept skies of the Serengeti plains
Shanga Community Project
2
TARANGIRE
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Experience a Maasai Village as you partake in their daily lives & chores, led by a Maasai Warrior Take to the skies as you rise with the sun on a once-ina-lifetime balloon safari over the Serengeti
See contiki.com/taste-tanzania for all experiences on this trip.
Start/end city 1
Special Stay
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 12:00pm in Arusha & ends at 12:00pm at Arusha Airport. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
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KENYAN HIGHLIGHTS
THE DETAILS
7
1
DAYS
COUNTRY
6 NIGHTS
16 INCLUDED MEALS
1 night in a hotel, 1 night in an African Lodge & 4 nights in Safari Tents
6 breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/KENYAN-HIGHLIGHTS TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
4.8 RATING
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION Pop-top 7 seater safari vehicle with guaranteed window seats
20 maximum group size
TEAM An experienced Trip Manager, Driver & Local Guides
#KENYANHIGHLIGHTS
The one that gives you a week of pure Maasai magic in picturesque Kenya
Maasai Village Tour, Amboseli @shelbygrace
Mt. Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Safari Tent, Maasai Mara @heynadine
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
Impala, Maasai Mara @yas_sophie
Baby elephant, Maasai Mara @jodiewischnevsky
7 Included Experiences & 2 Free Time AddOns to bring you to the setting of the Great Migration, from Maasai Mara to the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, where you’ll get closer to elephants and giraffes than ever before
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
• • • •
•
KENYA
LAKE ELEMENTAITA
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2
1
NAIROBI
MAASAI MARA 1
Nightstops
View wildlife properly in our guaranteed window seat safari vehicles with pop-top roofs for 360 views All game drives in the Maasai Mara & Amboseli National Parks Get close to the endangered Rothschild Giraffe’s at their breeding & rehabilitation centre in Nairobi See the incredible work done at the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage as they rehabilitate elephants back into the wild This trip offers the best chance of seeing the famous Great Migration crossing of the Mara River (Around August to October)
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
1
2
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
THE NUMBERS
Experience a Maasai Village as you partake in their daily lives & chores, led by a Maasai Warrior Take to the skies as you rise with the sun on a once-ina-lifetime balloon safari over the Maasai Mara
See contiki.com/kenyan-highlights for all experiences on this trip.
AMBOSELI
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Trip starts 6:00pm in Nairobi & ends at 12:00pm in Nairobi. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
SHORT TRIPS WEEKENDERS & MORE
SEE THE BRIGHT COLOURS OF THE BO KAAP NEIGHBOURHOOD, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA @ANGELIQUEADVENTURES
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OKAVANGO DELTA MUSIC FESTIVAL COUNTRY
DAYS
THE DETAILS
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/OKAVANGO-FESTIVAL TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
7 NIGHTS
11 INCLUDED MEALS
2 nights in African Lodges and 5 nights in Contiki Safari Camps
7 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 3 dinners (D)
GROUP SIZE
TRANSPORTATION Coaches & open safari vehicles
25 maximum group size
TEAM An experienced Trip Manger, Driver & Local Guides
Mokoro Boat Safari, Okavango Delta
Lion Pride, Okavango Delta @monica.gujral
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT 8 Included Experiences & 3 Free Time AddOns that’ll take you from salt pans to safari parks, floodplains to party islands
SPECIAL STAYS
★ Contiki Safari Camps, Makgadikgadi Pans & Okavango Delta INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
• •
Helicopter flight, Okavango Delta @stevenstockhall
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
OKAVANGO OKAVANGO DELTA DELTA FESTIVAL 2 2
2
MAUN BOTSWANA
• •
Access to the most unique festival in the world, a party on an island in the Okavango Delta All morning, afternoon and night game drives in the Okavango Delta Spend nights sitting around a campfire under billions of stars listening to the surrounding sounds of nature Get close to a meerkat colony as they go about their daily routine in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pan
FREE TIME ADD-ONS Places visited 1
Nightstops
1
Special Stay
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1
MAKGADIKGADI PANS
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplements are available. Trip starts 5:00pm in Maun & ends 11:00am in Maun. Note: Festival tickets are non refundable and must be paid in full at time of booking. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.
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Take an authentic canoe guided journey along the Okavango’s labyrinth of waterways in search of wildlife See wildlife from a different perspective on a helicopter flight the natural Eden that is the Okavango Delta Enjoy a local meal and theatre performance from local villagers on our last night together
See contiki.com/okavango-festival for all experiences on this trip.
#OKAVANGODELTAFESTIVAL
The one that combines game drives with the world’s most unique music festival, a party on an island in the Okavango Delta
Okavango Delta Music Festival, Okavango Delta
SHORT TRIPS
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THE NUMBERS
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CAPE TOWN EXPLORER THE NUMBERS
3
THE DETAILS
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
#CONTIKIVICFALLSEXPLORER
#CONTIKICAPETOWNEXPLORER
2 NIGHTS
DAYS
1
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/CAPE-TOWN-EXPLORER TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
COUNTRY
Places visited 1
Nightstops
SOUTH AFRICA
2 nights hotel
1 Included Experience that’ll let you explore the glorious mountains, bays and vineyards of Cape Town
2 INCLUDED MEALS 2 breakfasts (B)
Add this trip to the start of your Cape, Safari & Falls p.11 or Cape to Delta Safari p.14 adventure...
GROUP SIZE & TEAM This is a solo adventure & is therefore unescorted
CONTIKI.COM/CAPE-TOWN-EXPLORER
Robben Island Tour
CAPE TOWN
2
Kirstenbosch Gardens
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
• •
2 Day hop-on/hop-off bus pass to over 30 stops giving you access to more than 50 Cape Town attractions Use this bus pass to take you to the ferry port for Robben Island (Nelson Mandela’s prison), Kirstenbosch botanical garden, wine farm and beaches
See contiki.com/cape-town-explorer for all experiences on this trip. Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa @angeliqueadventures We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation on a twin or single room basis. Start 4:00pm in Cape Town & end 10:00am in Cape Town.
VICTORIA FALLS EXPLORER THE NUMBERS
4
THE DETAILS
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
DAYS
1
COUNTRY
CONTIKI.COM/VIC-FALLS-EXPLORER
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1
Nightstops
ZAMBIA
3 NIGHTS 3 nights in lodges
3 INCLUDED MEALS 3 breakfasts (B)
2 Included Experiences & 5 Free Time Add-Ons Add this to the start of your Okavango Delta and Deserts p.12 or Best of Botswana p.19, adventures to include the thrill-seeking activities of Vic Falls.
VICTORIA FALLS ZIMBABWE
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
• GROUP SIZE & TEAM This is a solo adventure & is therefore unescorted
3
•
Take a guided walk along one of the 7 Natural Wonders of World - Victoria Falls Sip on a Gin & Tonic as you look out for hippos and crocodiles on the sunset Zambezi River cruise
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
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Zipline, bungee or swing off the bridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia River raft some of the worlds best rapids on the Zambezi River See the mighty falls from above on a scenic helicopter flight Take a guided safari walk through a National Park
See contiki.com/vic-falls-explorer for all experiences on this trip.
Walk along Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe/Zambia @jessicalee_87
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Accommodation on a twin or single basis. This trip will be accommodated on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls between January to June and on the Zimbabwean side of the falls between July to December. Trip starts at 4:00pm & ends at 10:00am
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WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
4/5/6
3 Included Experiences & 1 Free Time Add-On that’ll let you kick back on the lush beaches of Zanzibar
DAYS
1
COUNTRY
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/ZANZIBAR-BEACH TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
• • 3/4/5 INCLUDED MEALS
TRANSPORTATION
3/4/5 nights in twin share at the Kendwa Rocks Hotel
3/4/5 breakfasts (B)
Arrival transfer to the hotel & departure transfer to the airport are both included
•
GOT MORE TIME?
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
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This trip links perfectly between Southern Africa and East Africa trips
See the list of excursions available from reception such as snorkeling trips and a tour of Stone Town
See contiki.com/zanzibar-beach for all experiences on this trip.
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. Note: Full Moon supplements apply30th January 2021, 27th February 2021, 27th March 2021, 24th April 2021, 29th May 2021, 26th June 2021, 24th July 2021, 21st August 2021, 18th September 2021, 23rd October 2021, 20th November 2021, 18th December 2021, 15th January 2022,19th February 2022 & 19th March 2022. Xmas & NYE supplements apply 25th - 26th December 2021 & 2nd - 6th January 2022. Single room supplements are available upon request. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product or a group tour. Trip starts at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar Archipelago) at flight arrival time and ends at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar Archipelago)at flight departure time
GORILLA TREK
CONTIKI.COM/GORILLA-TREK
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
4
2 Included Experience & 1 Free Time Add-On that’ll bring you closer than ever before to these majestic creatures
1
COUNTRY
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
• 3 NIGHTS
9 INCLUDED MEALS
3 nights in African Lodges
3 breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 3 dinners (D)
•
Spend time with the magnificent gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Afternoon game drive in Mburo National Park
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
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GOT MORE TIME?
Ask your guide for optional excursions around the area
This trip links perfectly between Southern Africa and East Africa trips
See contiki.com/gorilla-trek for all experiences on this trip.
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. If you are travelling solo we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 1:00pm both at Entebbe Airport. There needs to be a minimum of 2 travellers for the trip to run. Subject to Gorilla permit availability. Permits need to be purchased up front & are not refundable. If permits can only be acquired in the Ruhija sector then an additional fee will be charged. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product.
MARANGU KILI CLIMB
7
1 Included Experience that’ll bring you once in a lifetime adventures on the awesome climb of Kilimanjaro
COUNTRY
VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/MARANGU-KILIMANJARO TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
•
6 NIGHTS
17 INCLUDED MEALS
TEAM
2 nights in hotels, 4 nights in multishare mountain huts
6 breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 6 dinners (D)
An expert Local Guide & Porters
• • •
The opportunity to reach the summit of Africa – Uhuru Peak on Mount Kilimanjaro Porters will help you ascend this route as they set-up camp and make your meals during your hike Wildlife spotting along the trail everyday See incredible views of East Africa’s rolling plains and the different terrains of Killimanjaro
See contiki.com/marangu-kilimanjaro for all experiences on this trip.
We have great air deals linking major Canadian gateways with all the start/end cities in this brochure. Ask your Contiki sales agent or your travel agent for a fly ‘n’ trip quote. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Trip starts at Kilimanjaro Airport at flight arrival time and ends at Kilimanjaro Airport after breakfast. Note: This trip departs frequently with multiple departures per week in high season & requires a minimum of two people on the trip to operate - please contact us directly for availability or refer to contiki.com/kilimanjaro-marangu. These are small group tours & will not have a Contiki Trip Manager but a Local Guide. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product. Trips are subject to availability & are on request basis only.
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania @thisistimsmith
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Relax on one of the best beaches in the whole of Zanzibar If its a full moon, your accommodation hosts the only full moon party on the island Lounge around the fish shaped pool with a bar inside while sipping on your favourite cocktail
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SUMMARY BOOKING CONDITIONS
Very Important: The information below is a summary of the booking conditions as at the date of the production of this brochure and are for guidance only. The ‘Full Booking Conditions’ can be found on our website contiki.com/booking-conditions and form the legal agreement between us and you as our guest. If there is any conflict between the information below and the Full Booking Conditions, the Full Booking Conditions shall prevail. Booking Conditions are regularly updated and may have changed since this brochure was printed.
SUMMARY BOOKING AND CANCELLATION TERMS All destinations excluding Africa & Special Trips Trip deposit due per person Special Deposit Final Payment Due (before trip starts)
Africa & Special Trips*
Detour
C$200
C$200
C$200
N/A
Special events and activities may incur additional non-refundable deposits
N/A
Air Tickets
Extra Accommodation
Transfers
No additional deposit required
No additional deposit required
N/A
N/A
N/A
As per airline policy. Full payment may be required at time of booking which may be non-refundable.
In accordance with main trip
In accordance with main trip
(either before/after trip or included within trip) As per airline policy. Full payment may be required at time of booking which may be non-refundable.
45 days
45 days
30 days
45 days and over
Transfer your deposit to another trip for free with FlexDeposit
Transfer your deposit to another trip for free with FlexDeposit
C$75 plus airline charges
N/A
N/A
44 – 31 days
25% of trip price
50% of trip price
Transfer your deposit to another trip for free with FlexDeposit Transfer your deposit to another trip for free with FlexDeposit
C$75 plus airline charges
N/A
N/A
30 - 22 days
25% of trip price
75% of trip price
100% of trip price
C$75 plus airline charges
N/A
N/A
21 – 16 days
50% of trip price
75% of trip price
100% of trip price
C$75 plus airline charges
N/A
N/A
15 - 8 days
50% of trip price
100% of trip price
100% of trip price
C$75 plus airline charges
100%
100%
CANCELLATION FEES
7 - 1 days
75% of trip price
100% of trip price
100% of trip price
C$75 plus airline charges
100%
100%
Departure Day/No show
100% of trip price
100% of trip price
100% of trip price
C$75 plus airline charges
100%
100%
During trip
100% of trip price
100% of trip price
100% of trip price
C$75 plus airline charges
100%
100%
* Special Trips include (but not limited to): Gorilla Trek, Inca Trail Trek, Okavango Delta Music Festival, Rio Carnival. YOUR VACATION BOOKING For the purposes of this document reference to “you” or “your” includes all guests in the party. Contiki Holidays (Canada) Ltd is the ‘Sales Company’. The ‘Operator’ for the trips will be as described in the table below. Collectively these companies are referred to as ‘Contiki’. Destination
Operator
Europe & Northern Africa
Contiki Holidays Limited
Britain & Ireland
Asia
Contiki Travel UK Ltd Springbok Atlas Tours and Safaris (Pty) Ltd Contiki Holidays Asia Ltd
USA & Canada
Contiki US Holdings Inc
Southern & Eastern Africa
South America, Mexico, Costa Rica
Contiki Holidays Latin America Ltd Contiki Holidays (Aus) Pty Ltd & Australia & New Zealand Travel Corporation NZ Limited
Security: Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories” put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even trip cancellation. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions. Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is required for all guests covering all applicable dates of travel with Contiki. This insurance must cover: trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. COVID-19: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. We ask that you please take personal responsibility for your well-being. This begins with packing any personal protective equipment and sanitizers you require. Please adopt physical distancing and hygiene practices throughout your pre-trip travel arrangements and follow all health instructions whether physical signage, or requests from our professional staff, once you are on vacation with us. To travel with Contiki, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Full details of hygiene protocols can be found on our website. Force Majeure: Force Majeure Event means any event or circumstance beyond the control of Contiki, including but not limited to: (a) an act of god (such as earthquake, flood, fire, explosion, landslide, lightning, action of the elements, force of nature, washout, typhoon, hurricane, cyclone, tsunami, storm or storm warning or natural disaster); (b)
BOOKING CHANGES Name Changes: Contiki does not charge for name changes or name corrections, however where third party costs are incurred these will be passed on to the guest. Other Booking Changes: Contiki does not charge for minor booking changes however where third party costs are incurred these will be passed on to the guests. A change of trip date or itinerary after final payment is due (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table) will be treated as a cancellation.
Cancellation by Contiki: Contiki reserves the right, to modify or cancel any trip, accommodation, in-destination activity or arrangement at any time. Cancellation due to Failure to Pay If full payment is not received by the due date (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table), Contiki has the right to cancel your reservation and no refund will be made. Contiki will not be responsible for lost reservations. Cancellation due to Force Majeure Events If Contiki cancels a trip as a result of a Force Majeure Event, a future travel credit (FTC) to the value of funds paid to date less any third-party costs incurred will be provided. All FTCs will be valid for 24 months from date of issue. Where a trip is terminated mid-trip due to a Force Majeure event, if we provide you with any alternative services or assistance (such as hotels or travel) then you agree to pay for these costs. Cancellation due to Events other than Force Majeure Events If the cancellation by Contiki is not as a result of a Force Majeure Event, Contiki will provide an alternative comparable trip (if available) if an alternative is not available then a refund will be made. Contiki is not liable for any cancellation or change cost or penalties incurred on other travel arrangements, including air travel, that may be affected thereby. Contiki is not responsible for other travel arrangements that you or your party have made outside Contiki and which are affected by our cancellations.
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS Cancellation by Traveller: Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be cancelled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking. If notice of cancellation is received by Contiki before final payment is due (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table), the deposit will be retained. If cancellation is made after final payment is due cancellation fees will apply (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table). Please also refer to Air Changes and Cancellation section where applicable. All cancellations fees as per the Summary Booking and Cancellation table are additional to any cancellation fees or other charges that may be levied by your Travel Agent. Travel Protection Plan premiums are non-refundable.
FLIGHT RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS AND CANCELLATIONS Reservations & Ticketing: Air-inclusive bookings and some intra-trip flights may require an additional non-refundable deposit or full payment at the time of booking. On receipt of full air payment your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final. Contiki does not hold an allocation of air seats and all flight reservations are made on request and are subject to the terms and conditions of the airline. Changes to flight itineraries and name changes and/ or corrections may either not be allowed or may result in penalties charged by the airline. These are the traveller’s responsibility along with the fees charged as described above. Air Changes & Cancellation: After deposit has been received any changes, including cancellations
industrial disputes, work ban or other labour dispute or difficulty; (c) acts of terrorism, political unrest, war or threat of war, riots or civil strife; (d) failure or delays to scheduled transportation and the closure of airports or ports; (e) pandemic, epidemic or health risk; (f) governmental and administrative actions (including closure of borders and travel warnings and restrictions). RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS Your trip will be confirmed after receipt of a nonrefundable deposit as detailed in the Summary Booking and Cancellation table. Air-inclusive bookings may require an additional non-refundable deposit or payment in full at the time of booking, see Flight Reservations, Deposits, and Cancellations section below. Final payment for your trip reservation will be due prior to departure no later than as detailed in the Summary Booking and Cancellation table.
Contiki is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation (TTC) & is renowned & trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability & financial stability.
incur a service fee, plus any airline penalties. Airline imposed penalties may be up to 100% of the air ticket price. Published Fares, Priced Match Fares, Promo Fares and some other airfares booked are non-refundable. Not showing up for your outbound flight as booked and ticketed will be considered a no-show, and all the connecting flights associated with this one, even a return flight will be cancelled and no refund will apply. FINANCIAL PROTECTION The company participates in The Ontario Travel Industry Compensation Fund which compensates consumers who paid for but did not receive travel services because of the bankruptcy or insolvency of a registered Ontario travel agency or travel wholesaler to a maximum of $5,000,000 per incident. Consumers may also be eligible for reimbursement from the Compensation Fund if they booked and paid for airline or cruise line travel services from an Ontario registered travel retailer and have not received the travel services due to the bankruptcy or insolvency of the airline or cruise line. Individual consumers may be eligible for reimbursement up to $5,000 per person, subject to the provisions of Ontario Regulation 26/05 pursuant to the Travel Industry Act, 2002. SALES COMPANY Contiki Holidays (Canada) Ltd. 33 Kern Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3B 1S9 TRAVEL AGENTS CALL: LOCAL: 416-932-9449 TOLL-FREE: 1-800-268-1835 DIRECT CALL: LOCAL: 416-322-8408 TOLL-FREE: 1-866-224-0267 Email address: canadareservations@contiki.com TICO Registration Numbers: Retail #2759979 and Wholesale #2058256 The Contiki group of companies has Marketing/ Sales/Administrative offices/agents in: Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Guernsey, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and the USA.
GOT A QUESTION? Travel can be complicated, and we know you may have all sorts of burning questions about visas, luggage, accommodation, or whether you should pack boots/an ironing board/your dog. But don’t panic. We’re here to answer your most common queries. Can’t see what you’re looking for? Head to contiki.com/faq or just give us a call.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
IS TRANSPORT INCLUDED? You’ll need to get yourself to your start destination and back home again at the end, but for the duration of your trip all transport is included, whether air-conditioned coaches, trains, cruises, ferries or speedy internal flights. You can find all the details in your trip itinerary. With the exception of a few unguided departures, your trip will be led by one of our awesome, highly trained Trip Managers, guiding you from destination to destination. IS ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED? Accommodation is all taken care of. Wherever you go, we’re talking comfy, conveniently located hotels, fun hostels with awesome amenities, and our unique Special Stays. These are a mixture of Contiki’s own properties such as a French Chateâu or our Austrian chalet Haus Schöneck. As well as incredible partner properties such as a surf lodge in Portugal, a Riad in Marrakech, Luxury Glamping in the USA, Amazon Jungle eco-lodges or Jungle Tree Houses in Thailand. Sound good? We thought so. In Africa we’ve got safari lodges and luxe safari tents. While on our island hopping adventures you’ll be sleeping aboard cruise boats in Greece, sailboats in Croatia and traditional boats in Turkey & Vietnam. IS THERE WIFI? Yup! Don’t stress about keeping connected to all your friends and family from afar; almost all accommodation Contiki stays at offers free WiFi, so you can gram/snap/chat to your heart’s content. Most of our coaches offer free WiFi to keep you up to date while on the road. However, this isn’t unlimited. WHO RUNS THE TRIP? Unless you’re on an explorer trip or itinerary extension, your trip will be conducted in English by one of our awesome Trip Managers! IS FOOD INCLUDED? Breakfasts are included on most trips, as well as a handful of lunches and dinners to give you the flavour of a destination. For all other meals, we like to give you the freedom to explore the local culture and cuisine, and go on your own foodie safari. There’s also delicious foodie Free Time Add-Ons to sink your teeth into. DO YOU SORT TRANSFERS? Transfers between airports, hotels, railway stations and piers are occasionally included - check your itinerary! HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? There’s limited space on board our coaches, and we want you all to be as comfy as possible, so make sure you don’t lug too much luggage around. You’ll be able to store your main luggage in the storage compartment, then you’re also allowed one piece of carry-on luggage. This must be taken on and off the coach by you each day of the trip. See contiki.com/faq for specific dimensions.
departure date, the deposit can be transferred to another Contiki trip, which is not less than 7 days duration, subject to the following conditions: a) the deposit may be gifted within 5 years of the cancellation date of the original booking; b) m ultiple deposits (because of back to back trips) cannot be combined and only one deposit can be transferred per trip; c) multiple trips may be booked using multiple deposits; d) t he reservation must be made and completed before the traveller attains 36 years of age (Contiki’s upper traveller age limit); e) FlexDeposit does not apply to any existing bookings, has no cash value and is non-refundable. A FlexDeposit benefit may be: a) gifted to family or friends, via an email confirmation to Contiki stating the donee’s name b) t ransferred for use with one of our sister brands (see ttc.com/brands) and must be applied to the reservation of a trip, within 5 calendar years of the cancellation date of the original booking. FlexDeposit does not include deposits for Special trips, deposits for airline tickets (whether included as part of or additional to the trip) or deposits for Third Party Travel Products and excludes any funds that have been refunded to you.
DO I HAVE TO PAY IF I CHANGE MY TRIP? Even if your travel plans change, you’ll never miss out or be charged fees for changing your booking before you pay your final balance, if you want to change the dates of your trip, swap onto another trip or even change your trip for a different region entirely, that’s all possible, without incurring fees.
DISCOUNTS, SAVINGS & PROMOTIONS There are lots of discounts & deals available. All the details, terms & conditions are available contiki.com/deals
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS MYCONTIKI
WHAT’S MYCONTIKI? This is our platform to get all the info we need from you & give you all the info you would like from us. We need you to register for your trip at my.contiki.com. This only takes a few minutes and means we’ll have: • Your personal details, including your email address and phone number. • Your emergency contact info and travel insurance details, just in case we need it. • Your dietary, medical or other special requirements you may have. • Your completed Travel Health Declaration before departure. Provided full payment has been received on time & registration is completed, travel documents will be available to download no later than 21 days prior to travel, as we don’t print these (save the trees!). You’ll also find out where your Contiki trip will start & exactly what accommodation you’ll be staying in – plus the answers to a host of other FAQs.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
PROVIDING YOU WITH “PRE-DEPARTURE ANY REASON CANCELLATION” FLEXIBILITY: TRAVEL INSURANCE BENEFITS – Emergency Medical/Evacuation/Repatriation Expenses: Up to C$5,000,000* total Dental Expenses: Up to C$3,000 Baggage Protection: Up to C$1,500 Baggage Delay: Up to C$500 These Travel Insurance Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, exclusions and limitations, such as for pre-existing conditions. For details please consult the policy. EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE – Services Provided by Active Claims Management Inc. (operating as “Active Care Management” or “ACM”) TRAVEL ARRANGEMENT PROTECTION Trip Cancellation: Up to Total Trip Cost Insured Reimburses the non-refundable Contiki cancellation penalties imposed if you must cancel your trip for a specified reason such as illness, injury or death to you, a travelling companion or an immediate family member. Other eligible reasons for cancellation include delays to your Common Carrier due to inclement weather, jury duty, subpoena, or a documented traffic accident en route to departure, and other reasons as cited in the policy. The Contiki “Pre-Departure Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver: With the Contiki “PreDeparture Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver, you will be reimbursed 100% of the cancellation charges in the form of a Contiki travel credit certificate, should you cancel your trip more than 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure for any reason that is not eligible for cash reimbursement under the Trip Cancellation section of the policy. Please note that to be eligible for the “PreDeparture Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver, you must enroll and pay for your policy within 72 hours of your initial trip deposit. The certificate is subject to terms and conditions as explained by Contiki. Trip Interruption: Unlimited after departure Trip Delay: Up to C$3,500 (C$350/day) COVID-19 Pandemic Travel Plan For a greater level of insurance and peace of mind, Manulife now offers a supplemental COVID-19 Pandemic Travel Plan, available to Canadians travelling in Canada and internationally, including to countries with a Level 3 Travel Advisory. Coverage: Emergency Medical Coverage not associated with COVID-19. Limit: Up to $5,000,000 CDN per insured* Coverage: Emergency Medical Coverage for COVID-19 and related conditions after a positive test result while in destination, including Emergency air transport to return you home. Limit: Up to $1,000,000 CDN per insured Coverage: Quarantine expenses after a COVID-19 positive test result, denied entry or contact tracing while at destination. Limit: $150 per day up to $2,100 per person, or $300 per day up to $4,200 per family (maximum duration of 14 days). Coverage: Level 3 Travel Advisory upgraded to Level 4 Travel Advisory by Canadian Government. Limit: Up to a combined $500 CDN per person for return airfare, meals and accommodations. Please note, this is a supplemental insurance plan, to be purchased in addition to any existing Travel and Medical Insurance plan you may have. *NOTE: The Emergency Medical benefits of this plan are subject to a maximum benefit limit of C$25,000 for those persons who, at the time of claim, do not have valid hospital and medical insurance under a Government Health Insurance Plan of a province or territory of Canada. The above information is a summary - we have highlighted just a few of the policy benefits, terms, conditions and exclusions. If you have any questions regarding Manulife Travel Insurance for The Travel Corporation or to request a copy of the policy, please call 1-866-298-2722 or reference our ID code: CONT. If you have any questions regarding the Manulife COVID-19 Pandemic Travel Plan or to request a copy of the policy, please call 1-866-298-2722 and reference our ID code: TRAVCOR. Underwritten by The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (Manulife) and the First North American Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Manulife and offered by Contiki. To obtain travel insurance directly online, visit https://www.igoinsured.com/direct/start. aspx?ag=CONT Email inquiries to: travel_referral@manulife.com Policy questions to: manulifeglobal@manulife.com For more information, please visit https://www.contiki.com/ca/en/faq/how-to-travel/ travel-insurance
026 027 BOOKING WITH A TRAVEL AGENT If you book your vacation through a travel agent then you acknowledge and agree that for your booking to be confirmed and maintained, we must have received all payments from your travel agent as detailed in the Summary Booking and Cancellation Terms table. You also agree that your travel agent is independent of Contiki and our control; and that unless expressly authorized by us in writing, we are not bound by or liable for anything affecting us that the agent may or may not do. OVERLAPPING/MODULAR TRIPS To offer our travellers more flexibility around when they start and how long they travel for, some of our trips are sections (or modules) of larger itineraries. This means that some of them overlap – for example, some of your group may have already been travelling before you join them, and may continue travelling after your adventure has come to an end. AGE RESTRICTIONS Travellers must be aged between 18 and 35 inclusive at the commencement of your trip to travel with Contiki. Our trips are designed for this age group, so please bear that in mind when you book. On some experiences as part of your trip you may be joined by other travellers who are not in the 18-35 age group. Countries have different age limits for the consumption of alcohol and other activities. You must ensure you satisfy the age limits before participating in any activity with age limits (such as the consumption of alcohol) and you release us from all liability and claims arising from your inability to participate in such activities. HEALTH, REDUCED MOBILITY, MEDICAL CONDITIONS, DISABILITIES & ASSISTANCE WHEN TRAVELLING If you suffer from reduced mobility or have any other disability or medical condition which may affect your trip arrangements, you must provide us with full details before booking. We don’t provide personal devices and can’t guarantee disabled access in all cities. If you have any concerns about mobility or a disability, give us a call and one of our team would be delighted to answer any questions you have. SPECIAL REQUESTS If you have any dietary requests, allergies or any other special request, please advise us at the time of booking. Although we will endeavour to pass any reasonable requests on to the relevant supplier, this is not confirmation that all requests will be met. It’s your responsibility to double check and reconfirm any requirements with all trip suppliers. WHAT IS A KICK-START MEETING? Every trip has a kick-start meeting, hosted by the Trip Manager, which happens either the night before the trip is due to start or in the evening of the first day of the trip . The kick-start meeting is where you will meet some of your group for the first time, as well as your Trip Manager. In this meeting, your Trip Manager will give you an overview of how things work on Contiki, a health and safety briefing, as well as take all necessary information/documentation they may need from you.
FAQ
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Flights to your start destination and back home again, serious bits like travel insurance & any visas you might need, fun stuff like drinks in the club, Ubers from the club, tips, those sneaky drinks you took from the mini bar - all this kind of stuff is on you.
WHAT ARE FREE TIME ADD-ONS? Your trip will come with a bunch of awesome included experiences, but our Free Time Add-Ons are the experiences we’ve picked that we think will take your trip to a whole new level. The experiences are built around activities or topics we know you love, so think food, adventure, exploration, history, culture, fashion, music - you name it. But it’s up to you if you want to do them travel exactly how you like to.
IS TIPPING COMPULSORY? Some tips are included for services on trip, however tips/gratuities for your Coach Driver, Trip Manager and Local Guides are not. If you feel like they’ve done a good job, then it’s polite to tip them, but it’s never mandatory. WHAT IF I LEAVE THE TRIP EARLY? Just as we don’t cover your flights to or from the trip, we don’t cover the cost of getting home, even if you leave the trip early, due to bad behaviour, illness, or any other reason. IS SKI OR SNOWBOARD HIRE INCLUDED? Ski and snowboard hire along with lessons are not included in Ski trips but we can happily help you out with where to book everything you need.
FLEXDEPOSIT & CHANGE WHAT IS FLEXDEPOSIT? If you cancel before 45 days prior to the trip
PASSPORTS, VISAS & OTHER ENTRY & EXIT REQUIREMENTS
WHAT PASSPORT DO I NEED? All travellers must be in possession of a machinereadable passport valid for 6 months after their trip return date along with applicable visas. Due to government imposed security/ immigration measures, passport and emergency contact information is required for all travellers prior to the release of travel documents.
WILL I NEED A VISA? Because the details change so much depending on what country you’re from & what country or countries you’re travelling to - we can’t tell you which Visas, Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETAs), affidavits or immunizations you’ll need. In some countries you may be subject to entry (reciprocity) fees and/or departure taxes/exit fees which will be collected at the airports upon entry/ departure by the local government authorities. We do definitely recommend getting any visas you need before you travel, as it’s not always possible or quick to get them at the borders. For all the latest info on the travel docs, visas, requirements & fees associated with entry & exit of countries, you must check with your Travel Agent or local consular services. It’s up to you to ensure you have all the right documents with you when you travel. If you’ve got a Canadian passport, email visa.department@travcorp.ca, they can help figure out what you‘ll need. Contiki bears no responsibility for such information and will not be responsible for advising and/or obtaining required travel documentation for any traveller, or for any delays, damages, and/or losses including missed portions of your vacation related to improper documentation or government decisions about entry.
GENERAL INFORMATION & CONDITIONS
MINIMUM NUMBERS Some trips are based on a minimum number of persons travelling. If a trip fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled.
BOOKING SECURITY
Contiki has been running trips for young travellers since 1962 & in all countries where Contiki operates we fully comply with local travel industry laws. All your money is held in a Trust Account until the time of travel to comply with Ontario Travel Industry Regulations. Contiki is a member of the Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) and the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO).
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PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Photos courtesy of © OK Music Festival p.23 Festival. Photos courtesy of © Shearwater Explorer’s Village, Victoria Falls p.71 Hotel Room.
All images were taken prior to the outbreak of Coronavirus. We encourage everyone to wear the appropriate protection in line with local government guidance.
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AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST 2021-22 PAGE Travel Together 02 Best of / Contents 04 About Contiki 06 Contiki Cares 08 Introduction to The Middle East 09 Summary Booking Conditions 26 Got a Question. 27 PAGE DISCOVERER 10 Cape, Safari & Falls Okavango Delta & Deserts East Africa Safari Cape to Delta Safari Southern Africa Safari
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INDEPTH EXPLORER 16 Egypt & the Nile Israel & Jordan Uncovered Moroccan Adventure Best of Botswana Nomadic Namibia Taste of Tanzania Kenyan Highlights
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SHORT TRIPS 22 Okavango Delta Music Festival Cape Town Explorer Victoria Falls Explorer Zanzibar Beach Escape Gorilla Trek Marangu Kili Climb
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