Hartley's

ITINERARY PREPARED FOR: Karl-Heinz Grasser Fiona Swarovski Tayla Pacifico-Griffini Tara Grasser Nicolas Pacifico-Griffini Arturo Pacifico-Griffini

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TO

FLIGHT NO

DEPART

ARRIVE

Munich

Frankfurt

LH121

20:00

21:05

Frankfurt

Johannesburg

LH572

22:05

08:40+

Johannesburg

Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport)

SA184

10:10

15:15

31st August

Nairobi (Jomo KIA)

Zurich

LX293

23:25

06:25+

1st September

Zurich

Munich

LX1100

07:10

08:10

MUNICH TO JOHANNESBURG 25th August

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26th August

Arrive Johannesburg ex LH572 at 08:40

JOHANNESBURG TO NAIROBI 28th August NAIROBI TO MUNICH

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OVERNIGHT

Mon 25th Aug

Depart Munich 20:00

Flight LH572

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Tues 26th Aug

Arrive Johannesburg Ex LH 572 at 08:40 Drive from Johannesburg to Millvale approximately 2 hours 30 min

Millvale

Sam & Karen Hackner will meet the group at OR Tambo Airport.

Two 8 seater vehicles have been booked with Avis for the drive to Millvale. Werner to drive one vehicle and Sam the other. Karen to follow in the Hackner’s private vehicle.

Wed 27th Aug

After lunch drive back to Melrose Arch, Johannesburg

African Pride Hotel Melrose Arch

Dinner at The Meat Co, Melrose Arch

Thurs 28th Aug

Depart hotel 6:45 for drive to OR Tambo airport Check in for flight SA 184, departing at 10:10 Arrive Nairobi 15:15 Private charter to Cottar’s Airstrip approximately 1 hour, 15 minute drive to camp

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Sat 30th Aug

Cottar’s

Booked Balloon Safari

Flight LX293

Option of private dinner at the Grill Room at Ole Sereni Hotel 20 minutes from airport.

NOT BOOKED, REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

Sun 31st Aug

Depart camp for 15 minute drive to Cottar’s airstrip Depart Cottar’s late afternoon for private charter to Nairobi Jomo Airport Check in for Flight LX293, departing 23:25

Mon 1st Sep

Arrive Munich ex Flight LX1100 at 08:10

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Fri 29th Aug

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DETAILED ITINERARY: Tuesday 26th August Arrive OR Tambo airport, Johannesburg ex flight LH572 at 08:40

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After clearing immigration and customs, collect 2 group N cars from Avis Car Hire.

Sam & Karen Hackner will meet the group at the airport. Sam is to drive one hire vehicle Werner the other. Karen will follow in the Hackner’s private vehicle for the approximately 2 ½ hour drive to Millvale Overnight at Millvale – (arrangements by kind courtesy of Sam Hackner)

Wednesday 27th August

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Depart Millvale after lunch for drive to the African Pride Hotel at Melrose Arch in Johannesburg Dinner at The Meat Co – (arrangements by kind courtesy of Sam Hackner) Overnight at African Pride Hotel, Melrose Arch – (arrangements by kind courtesy of Sam Hackner)

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DETAILED ITINERARY: Thursday 28th August At 06h45 Sam will meet the group at the African Pride Hotel for departure for OR Tambo Airport. Return both hired vehicles to Avis.

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Check in for SA 184 departing at 10:10 for flight to Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Arrive in Nairobi at 15:15. At the airport, a Cottar’s representative will be there to assist with customs and immigration and escort the group to the aircraft for the private charter to Cottar’s airstrip. Estimated time for departure to Cottar’s is 16:30, flying time is approximately one hour.

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Calvin Cottar, director of Cottar’s Camp and a top gold guide, will be at the private airstrip to meet everybody. A short drive through the concession to Cottar’s Camp, a welcome drink and introduction to the Camp and Homestead. Settle into the rooms before a drink at the fire, followed by dinner.

Accommodation • Cottar’s Private Homestead - a 5 x bedroom luxury house booked exclusively for the group • Cottar’s 1920’s Safari Camp style en suite white tents - One 1920’s style en-suite white tent

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Cottar’s is the oldest safari company in Kenya. They continue to provide an unparalleled safari experience to visitors to Africa, by extending an era of luxury and quality. They have returned to the original spirit and essence of ‘safari’, reminiscent of a golden era – an era of romance, professional guiding, adventure and elegance.

Cottar’s Private Homestead offers complete privacy, with a secure and secluded road leading to the house – perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in nature.

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A 5 minute walk/1 min drive from the Homestead, the Cottar’s 1920’s Safari Camp accommodates guests in authentic white canvas tents, which are spacious and luxuriously furnished. The tents incorporate original safari antiques from the 1920’s, private en suite dressing rooms and bathrooms, main bedrooms and verandahs.

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DETAILED ITINERARY: Friday 29th August

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The Cottar’s Homestead is on a private concession just outside the Mara, and offers exclusive off road drives, night drives and walks which are not possible within the reserve. The property adjoins the Lamai area which is unfenced and is an extremely active game corridor. Cottar’s ensures their clients exclusivity and the chance to get into the actual Mara Reserve and chase that elusive river crossing.

Calvin Cottar and his team will discuss the detailed plan for the group. Daily activities may include, game drives, guided walks, spa treatments, a visit to a traditional Masai village, a visit to the Great Mara River and the infamous site of the great migration, a balloon safari, picnic breakfasts, leisure time in camp by the infinity pool, the Masai Warrior school for children, sundowners and beautiful vistas.

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A masseuse is available on a daily basis and if required, private body guards and personal exercise trainers can be made available. The area is amongst the best in Africa for wildlife viewing even in months when the migration is not present. In the hills behind camp, there are species that do not exist elsewhere in the Masai Mara including Colobus monkey, Verreaux eagle, Chandlers reedbuck, wild dog and occasionally greater kudu. The ideal time for a safari is either early morning or from 4pm onward, the midday temperatures tend to be too hot for animals to be out and about. Typically game drives usually last about 4hours but will be determined by the groups requirements.

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A safari walk offers a completely different experience. Closer to nature, it is about the less obvious wonders that are often overlooked when in a vehicle. At a comfortable pace the armed guides will share their knowledge of flora, fauna and wildlife. Scan for tracks, use your senses to detect wildlife on the plains, in the woods and valleys, and enjoy the sheer beauty of the area. The duration and nature of the terrain for the walk is determined by group.

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DETAILED ITINERARY: Saturday 30th August This day will begin with an early morning wakeup call with tea and coffee followed by a 4am departure to the launch site to enjoy a balloon safari over the Masai Mara (weather permitting). The flight will last about an hour and upon landing, the group will enjoy a full breakfast with a traditional champagne toast.

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Upon arrival at the launch site, meet your pilot and receive a safety briefing, while watching the balloon inflate. At dawn you will board and take off, rising as the sun rises, floating in whichever direction the winds of the morning take you. The pilot can precisely control the altitude of the balloon, sometimes flying at treetop height, sometimes lower. At other times he will ascend to one thousand feet or more to see the enormity and wonderful panorama of the Masai Mara, offering a unique perspective and great photographic opportunities of the wildlife below.

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After breakfast, Calvin may plan to take you to the Great Mara River, the infamous site of the Great Migration, stopping off for a picnic lunch beside the river or alternatively back to camp for a leisurely afternoon for some and game drives or different activities for others.

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Hours can be spent relaxing in the Homestead, indulging in a spa treatmentmanicure, pedicure or a soothing massage or alternatively you can choose to do one of the additional activities which include: Masai village visits which gives an insight to a day in the life of the Masai, market visits where visitors may purchase handicrafts or a school visit to the primary school which Cottar’s Camp sponsors.

A fantastic activity for children is the Masai Warrior School. The Warrior school is a 2-3 hour session of various activities such as bow and arrow practice, bush tracking, fire making and stone throwing led by one of our Masai Warriors.

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DETAILED ITINERARY: Sunday 31st August The last and final day!

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This could begin with a 5:30 am wakeup call with coffee or tea followed by a half day scenic safari stopping off mid-morning for a picnic breakfast at one of the many scenic spots in the Masai Mara and then returning for lunch or one last safari walk. Cottar’s will accommodate most requests. The afternoon can be spent at leisure enjoying all the facilities Cottar’s has to offer.

Sam & Karen Hackner will need to depart Cottar’s at 11:45 for their private charter to Nairobi at 12:00 to connect with their flight back to Johannesburg at 16:05

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The private charter for the rest of the group has to leave Cottar’s airstrip by 18:30 at the latest. This would mean arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by 19:30, a 4 hour wait for the flight to Munich at 23:25, an hour longer than the required 3 hours before for the flight.

A possible alternative is to depart Cottar’s at 16:00, fly to the airport, drive to the Grill Room at the Ole Sereni hotel which is approximately 15-20minutes away, for a private dinner, returning to the airport by 20:25, 3 hours before the check in.

PLEASE NOTE – THIS ARRANGEMENT IS NOT IN PLACE. COTTAR’S, SUBJECT TO AVAILABLITY, CAN MAKE THE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS.

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BACKGROUND ON CALVIN COTTAR Calvin has been guiding in the African bush since he was fifteen years old. Whether it be in vehicle or on foot travelling around the Maasai Mara with him is as similar as walking through a childhood home and pointing out locations that hold never ending stories of memories. He has been voted on several separate occasions as the Best Guide in Africa and has been interviewed by countless international reporters, travel writers, published authors, and conservationist enthusiasts.

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He has been a professional hunter, owned a wildlife management company and worked for the Kenya Wildlife Service in the community development department, where he initiated five district wildlife associations and now does private guiding.

He is the owner of Cottar’s 1920’s Camp, works on the Cottar’s Wildlife Conservation Trust, and develops and explores new safari destinations such as South Sudan.

Through a life time of accumulated knowledge and experience, having the highest KSPGA qualification (Gold) and his unparalleled passion for the wildlife makes any experience with him a memorable one, filled with knowledge, excitement, and deep enjoyment.

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"For those who find themselves hooked on Africa, there comes a time when they want something different …not every guide can take you there. Some do not have the taste for it and some do not have the know-how, but Calvin Cottar and his 1920’s safaris come with the kind of pedigree and promise that is hard to resist." ~Financial Times~

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THE GREAT MIGRATION The Serengeti & Masai Mara are of the most famous of all the African wildlife areas. The “Great Migration� has given the Serengeti & Masai Mara their place on the world wildlife stage - over one and a half million wildebeest, zebra and antelope are continually on the move in search of sustenance. The precise timing of the migration changes from year to year and is driven by availability of water and grazing.

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Although, ultimately moving in a clockwise direction, the migration is also not a continuous forward motion and the animals migrate forward and then back, milling around as they spread out on vast plains before massing together on the banks of the Mara and Grumeti rivers for the legendary river crossings.

Their epic journey takes the animals through a variety of parks, reserves and protected areas where strategically placed safari camps and lodges allow visitors to watch the herds at close quarters.

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The entire Serengeti ecosystem, including that section protected by the Masai Mara covers some 25,000 sq km (9,650 sq miles). It is through here that the animals migrate in a clock wise direction, moving from the northern hills to the southern plains for the short rains in October and November and then heading west and north after the long rains in April, May & June. The northernmost point of their movement culminates in the Masai Mara in Kenya.

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Travel insurance We strongly recommend that all clients ensure they have adequate travel insurance.

Suggested packing list

Over most of the country there are two rainy seasons: • The“short rains” which occur from late October through November.

• The“long rains” which occur from late March to early June.

• July and August are the coolest months.

• December-Mid March is the warmest time of the year.

Wifi & Mobile Phones Wifi • Cottar’s Private Homestead has internet access throughout.

• 1920’s Camp has internet access at the main mess tent and the gift shop.

• Limited band width

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Mobile phones • There is no telephone network in camp. As you drive across the Mara, approximately a kilometre away from camp, you will drive through pockets of functioning network.

• A landline phone is available in the office

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Clothing • Cottars have a daily laundry service, so you don’t need to bring too many clothes.

Bush coloured clothing is best (green/brown/dark khaki not pale beige/cream/ white).

• 3 x shirts/t-shirts • 3 x shorts/long trousers • 2 x sets casual evening clothes (long trousers reduce insect bites) • 1 x medium weight sweater • 1 x pair of covered shoes for walking (trainers are adequate or light walking boots) • 1 x sandals or flip flops for wearing around camp/in your rooms • Windproof / waterproof jacket • Swimming costumes for the pool • If you wear prescription glasses bring a spare pair • If you wear contact lenses bring a pair of glasses as well since dust can be a problem.

Kenya is located on the equator and therefore does not have major seasonal changes. The climate is very pleasant and variations in altitude and terrain can create contrasts. Generally in the Highlands (where Cotta’s is located) the climate is cool and temperate; elsewhere the temperatures can reach approximately 35’C during the day.

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General • Hat • Sunglasses • High strength sun screen • Moisturizer, lip salve • Insect repellent • Anti-histamine cream and tablets • Binoculars - a must !!

• Torch - (with spare batteries) • Personal medication • Convertors and universal plug adaptors (electricity is 240v)

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Once on safari you will find it very hard to pick up that odd item you thought your partner had packed! What follows is by no means an exhaustive list but is designed to guide you.

Camera Equipment (for the enthusiasts) • A telephoto lens (200/300mm) • Spare memory cards for digital cameras • Camera cleaning equipment and a good dust proof bag • Bring spare batteries as although you will be able to recharge your batteries at Cottars, they are on solar power, so charging capacity is limited

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Hair dryers

Kenya is considered a generally healthy place to travel. Cottars Safari Service clients are required to become members of the Flying Doctors Rescue Service for emergency evacuation. Cottars apply for your membership on your behalf. As with travel in any part of the world, it is advisable to know your blood type in case of an emergency. Please consult with your local health authority for up to date recommendations and regulations regarding inoculations.

Both the Homestead and the 1920’s Camp have hair dryers available. Guest are advised to use hair dryers during generators hours (05:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 23:00) as solar panels cannot support a huge power load.

Malaria • Because Cottar’s Homestead is situated at an altitude in excess of 4000ft it is considered to be 99% malaria free. The owners and staff do not have to be on malaria prevention medication.

• Nairobi is also considered a non-malaria area

Electricity Cottar’s private homestead has 24 hour electricity.

The plug points in the camp are UK 3 pin type.

Camera batteries can be recharged in the office and in the vehicles

Water

Additional Facilities at Cottar’s Private Homestead Satellite TV & DVD player, 25 metre swimming pool.

Credit cards: MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted in Kenya; American Express and Diners Club less so. Major hotels now also accept payment by credit card, as do major safari companies, travel agencies and restaurants. Almost every bank now has an ATM, and they are increasingly being installed at petrol stations in cities and large towns.

Travellers’ cheques: These can be changed at banks, and are widely accepted. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller’s cheques in US Dollars or Pounds Sterling.

Currency restriction: There are no restrictions on the import or export of local or foreign currency.

However, amounts exceeding US$5,000 or equivalent must be declared.

Currency exchange: Currency can be exchanged at the major banks, bureaux de change or authorised hotels. The banks at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Moi International Airport have 24-hour exchange services. The easiest currencies to exchange are US Dollars, Pounds Sterling and Euros. www.hartleys-safaris.co.za

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Bottled drinking water is provided free of charge at Cottar’s.

Currency information: The monetary unit is the Kenyan Shilling (KES; symbol KSH) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of KSh1,000, 500, 200, 100 and 50. Coins are in denominations of KSh40, 20, 10 and 5.

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Cottar’s 1920’s Safari Camp uses electricity generated by wind, solar and generator.

Tents have 240V electricity when the generator is on and when the generator is off the lights run on an inverter system and therefore work 24 hours a day.

Cottar’s accepts Cash (US$ notes newer than 2006, Euro, GBP, KSH) Visa & MasterCard, no Debit cards

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Yellow fever & health requirements • Kenya does fall into the region of Africa where Yellow Fever can be found, and therefore we recommend you consult your medical practitioner for whether they believe a vaccination is necessary.

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Health requirements

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Passport, Visa & Vaccination Requirements Passport • Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the intended length of stay

Visa • Visas can be obtained on arrival at the airport or beforehand from the closest Kenyan Embassy/Consulate.

• If possible, we recommend that you make use of a visa service company in Europe and let them complete the formalities.

• Link to Visa information: www.magicalkenya.com Vaccination Requirements for International Travellers: • No yellow fever vaccination certificates are required of all travellers from the East African Community Partner States, Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, North and South Africa.

South Africa is currently on the same time zone as Munich and Kenya is one hour ahead.

Languages The national language in Kenya and Tanzania is Swahili, although English is widely spoken.

Contact details Hartley’s Safaris • Office: +27 11 467 4704 • Beryl Burger: +27 83 255 6836 • Jann Kingsley: + 27 82 881 6033

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• If you do elect to obtain visa’s at the airport: - you could be subject to potentially long queues, - the visa fees are payable in US dollars cash only (US$50 per person, single entry); we recommend small denominations as officials at the airport are not in the position to give change - if you would prefer filling it out before you arrive, visa forms are attached.

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• If you have any queries please contact your nearest Kenyan Consulate or your travel agent.

• For the Hackners returning to South Africa – they may be asked for a vaccination certificate on arrival back in South Africa

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• 2 consecutive blank visa pages (not endorsement pages) in your passport are required. Our recommendation is 3 or even 4 blank pages if you are travelling through more than one country. If there is insufficient space in the passport then entry could be denied.

• Yellow fever vaccination certificates are required of all travellers over one year old, arriving from yellow fever infected countries mainly in central and West Africa, South and Central America, South East Asia, India, Nepal Sri Lanka, Bangladesh. Vaccinations for international travellers are obtainable from all international air and sea ports.

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Cottar’s • Camp: +254 770 564 911 • Nairobi: +254 0733 773 377/8

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INCLUDED & EXCLUDED Avis Car Hire We made two reservations for group N vehicles.

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Reservation Number 2789-4868-ZA-1/1 • This is in the name of Werner Meurz Reservation Number 2789-4948-za-4/1 • This reservation is in the name of Sam Hackner as he is the designated driver but is for the account of Karl-Heinz Grasser Reservation confirmations are attached.

These reservations have not been paid and will need to be settled directly with Avis.

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African Pride Hotel, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg Reservations for 6 rooms have been made by kind courtesy of Sam Hackner at the African Pride Hotel. Melrose Arch.

Reservation confirmations are attached.

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These reservations have not been paid and will need to be settled directly with the hotel.

Scheduled flights These flights have been pre-booked and arranged by yourselves.

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Kenyan Safari – drinks supplement

Included • Full board and accommodation • Guided bush walks • Bush meals & sundowners • Days & night game drives • Cottar’s private airstrip transfers • Transfer to cultural visits • Limited laundry • All statutory taxes • Conservancy fees • Late departure • Flying Doctor • Calvin Cottar as a guide • Private Charter to and from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cottar’s Airstrip

At Cottar’s all drinks are excluded from the nightly rate, however you may can elect to pay a fixed amount per person per night which covers all soft drinks, beer, house wine and selected spirits. It does not include luxury spirits, select wines and champagne.

• Adult Cost per night: US$40 • Child cost per night: US$30

Hot Air Balloon Safari – this has been pre-booked but not paid and is to be settled directly with the lodge at US$500 per person

We have suggested the option of, possibly, departing from the camp at 16:00 on last day and flying to Nairobi. and then going by road to the Ole Sereni Hotel for dinner at the Grill Room, before returning to the airport at 20:25 for check in for the flight at 23:25.

We are not holding a reservation, nor have we booked vehicles for the transfers there and back to the restaurant.

If you do decide to go for an early dinner, then we recommend this reservation and arrangements for transport are made sooner rather than later, as it will be subject to availability of the charter aircraft, the vehicles and the restaurant

Private Charter – second pilot

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Kenyan Safari – Balloon Safari

Kenyan Safari – optional dinner at the Grill Room on the last day THE GREAT MIGRATION

Excluded • All drinks – See note on drinks supplement below • Spa treatments • Masai cultural village entry fee – (if applicable) • Travel insurance • Items of a personal nature • Gratuities

If you don’t opt for the drink’s supplement then you will be simply be billed for all drinks consumed at the lodge and the account is settled on departure.

If you would like to opt for the drinks supplement, this has to be paid BEFORE ARRIVAL.

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The private charters in this industry and for these aircraft traditionally have one pilot. Should you feel that a second pilot is necessary there will be an additional cost of US$250 per aircraft per transfer.

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