Wildlife of the World by Private Jet

24 DAYS FROM $107,995

• Seek out orangutans in Borneo, lemurs in Madagascar, and marine life in the Maldives. • Observe gorillas in Rwanda and track Bengal tigers in India’s Ranthambore National Park. • Spot legendary creatures on safari in the wildlife reserves of Sri Lanka and South Africa.

Private Jet Light/Moderate

DAYS 1–8 I SINGAPORE/MALAYSIAN BORNEO/RAJASTHAN, INDIA Arrive in Singapore and visit the Singapore Zoo, recognized for its orangutan breeding program. See diverse botanical species at the Gardens by the Bay, and visit a nocturnal zoo. Fly by private jet to Sandakan, Borneo, and observe wildlife at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre and the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Cruise the waterways of the Kinabatangan River basin, seeking out unique species with naturalists. Touch down in Jaipur, India and explore the city’s enchanting sites before heading to Ranthambore National Park to seek out the elusive Bengal tiger on safari. DAYS 9–16 I SRI LANKA/MALDIVES/ NOSY BE, MADAGASCAR Fly to Mattala, Sri Lanka and transfer to our beachfront lodge. Watch for elephants, leopards, and sloth bears in Yala National Park and go birding in the wetlands of Bundala National Park. In the Maldives, discover extraordinary marine habitats by glass-bottom boat and on guided snorkeling excursions. Relax on private beaches and enjoy a wildlife cruise. Continue to the island of Nosy Be, and encounter lemurs, chameleons, orchids, and more in nature reserves; or snorkel nearby reefs.

DAYS 17–24 I SOUTH AFRICA/RWANDA/ ITALY Land in Johannesburg and fly by charter to Phinda Private Game Reserve. Explore seven distinct habitats on sunrise and afternoon safaris and bush walks, spotting the “big five” and much more. In Rwanda, go on a full-day gorilla trek and search for golden monkeys with a biologist in Volcanoes National Park. Or stay in Kigali to visit the city’s evocative sites. Fly by private jet to Rome for our final night.

Please note: A U.S. Department of State travel advisory for Rwanda is currently in effect (travel.state.gov). We expect to operate this trip as planned, but will continue to closely monitor events in the region and will alter the itinerary if necessary. YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

A team of National Geographic Experts will accompany this expedition: From left, conservationist Steve Boyes, filmmaker and photographer Sandesh Kadur, and wildlife biologist Elizabeth Lonsdorf.

INFORMATION

2023 Date: November 28–December 21 Price is per person, double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Singapore and return from Rome, Italy is not included. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Expeditions, on flights operated by Icelandair. Wildlife of the World by Private Jet will be operated on a Boeing 757 customized for only 47 guest travelers in lie-flat, two-by-two VIP-style seats. Visit our website or call for details. Visit natgeoexpeditions.com/privatejetterms to view the operator-participant contract and terms and conditions for this trip.

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