2015/2016 Private Jet Expeditions

2015/2016

Private Jet Expeditions

Around the World by Private Jet Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples and Sacred Places with Dr. Spencer Wells Wildlife of the World by Private Jet

Dear Traveler, All around the globe, National Geographic’s researchers and conservationists, explorers and photographers have helped illuminate and demystify our planet, bringing us insights into cultures and wildlife, and expanding our understanding of geology, geography, and the origins of our species. From documenting the remote tribes of Papua New Guinea to studying unique species in Madagascar, the breadth of their fieldwork is astonishing. And there are few better ways to truly fathom the extent of their reach—or the magnificent diversity of our planet—than by traveling on a private jet.

The expeditions you’ll read about in the pages that follow are extraordinary in so many ways. Each links far-flung and fascinating destinations, each is designed to enlighten and enrich, and each features a host of inspiring explorers. We introduced our Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic expedition in 2013 to commemorate the Society’s 125th anniversary. It proved such a special opportunity—to join 11 of our explorers in the field and learn firsthand about their groundbreaking work—that we decided to offer it again.

I am thrilled to be joining a portion of the 2015 expedition. On our new Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures journey, we’ll encounter the colorful traditions of island peoples and immerse ourselves in the brilliant marine worlds of Fiji, Bali, the Maldives, and more, meeting experts such as oceanographer Sylvia Earle or wildlife photographer Flip Nicklin in every spot.

National Geographic sponsors the work of wildlife biologists and conservationists on all seven continents, and we’ll get to know quite a few of them—as well as the legendary creatures they’re working to protect—on our Wildlife of the World expedition. As for our own species, geneticist, anthropologist, and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells leads our new trip, The Human Journey, tracing the movement of ancient peoples, religions, and cultures from Mongolia and Ethiopia to Myanmar and Sri Lanka. And finally, our classic Around the World by Private Jet circumnavigates the globe with a top-notch team of experts, exploring incomparable treasures like Angkor Wat, Easter Island, the Taj Mahal, and much more.

Flying direct from one destination to the next aboard our specially configured private jet makes travel comfortable, efficient, and even fun. And everywhere we stop, we’re treated to fine accommodations, delicious meals, and, often, traditional entertainment. These trips celebrate what makes this planet incredible, with the people who are working hard to document and preserve its cultures and wild places. I hope you’ll join us.

Sincerely,

Gary E. Knell President and CEO National Geographic Society

Your participation in this National Geographic Expedition provides support to National Geographic’s mission of increasing global understanding through exploration, geography education, and research.

“All I can say is that I was stunned at every stop...

Two magic words: National Geographic.”

—J. Alyce, traveler

Private Jet Expeditions Around the World by Private Jet

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Machu Picchu | Easter Island | Samoa | Great Barrier Reef Angkor Wat | Tibet or Myanmar* | Taj Mahal Serengeti Plain | Petra | Marrakech

Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic 18 Oman | Bhutan | Palau | Laos | The Maldives | Botswana Rwanda | Spain

Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures

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Hawai‘i | Tonga | Australia | Sri Lanka | Madagascar The Maldives | Bali | Papua New Guinea | Fiji

The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples and Sacred Places with Dr. Spencer Wells 26 Georgia | Uzbekistan | Mongolia | Myanmar | Sri Lanka Ethiopia | Israel

Wildlife of the World by Private Jet

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South Africa | Rwanda | The Maldives Borneo | India | Madagascar

About Our Private Jet Trips Five Extraordinary Expeditions

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The National Geographic Difference

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National Geographic Experts

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Accommodations 12 Terms and Conditions

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Reservation Form

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Cover, background image: Great Barrier Reef, Australia. Insets, clockwise from top left: Monk, Mongolia; Potala Palace, Tibet; moai, Easter Island; lions, Serengeti Plain, Tanzania; clownfish, Great Barrier Reef, Australia; Machu Picchu, Peru; gorilla, Rwanda; Bagan, Myanmar (Burma). Above: Lion, Kalahari, Botswana.

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*On the January 2016 Around the World departure, Myanmar will replace Tibet.

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Introducing Five Extraordinary Expeditions

by Private Jet

Around the World by Private Jet

See page 14 for full trip itinerary.

Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic

See page 18 for full trip itinerary.

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Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures

See page 22 for full trip itinerary.

The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples and Sacred Places with Dr. Spencer Wells

See page 26 for full trip itinerary.

Wildlife of the World by Private Jet

See page 30 for full trip itinerary.

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Discover the National Geographic Difference.

The Treasury, Petra, Jordan

National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells has spent many years in remote desert communities, bustling cities, and high mountain villages all over the world, taking DNA samples of the local people to map out how humans came to populate the planet. His research is fascinating on paper, but it also makes for a captivating travel experience. Spencer helped design our newest private jet trip, The Human Journey, which explores how our ancestors’ movements across the Earth gave birth to diverse cultures and world religions. He’ll lead the entire expedition, bringing a wealth of knowledge and tales from his adventures to the experience.

Whether you’re snorkeling in the Maldives with marine megafauna expert Andrea Marshall, exploring ancient Inca ruins in Peru with anthropologist and explorer Wade Davis, or tracking gorillas in Rwanda with primatologist Mireya Mayor, you’ll get an insider’s perspective on captivating places during any of our five private jet trips.

National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells

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THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MISSION

Enjoy the Flexibility to Follow Your Passion.

In addition to enjoying a wealth of expertise on each expedition, you’ll

When you travel with us,

choose from a variety of excursions to tailor the itinerary to your

YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

passions. Within each itinerary in the pages that follow, you’ll find special

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the National Geographic Society’s core mission programs. By traveling with us, you are helping support our grantees and explorers in their efforts to preserve species and habitats, protect cultures, and advance understanding of our incredible planet.

opportunities to customize your trip. These sightseeing options are available at no additional cost; however, some have limited space available or require a minimum number of participants. Contact us for more information, as these opportunities are a mere sampling of what’s possible.

As you page through this brochure, look for the National Geographic seal to learn more about the programs that your participation helps fund.

“National Geographic is an incredible mix of science and education, of media and mission, of storytellers and explorers, all working to inspire people to care about the planet.”

National Geographic Expeditions is committed to sustaining the character and integrity of each place we visit—its environment, culture, heritage, and the well-being of its residents. In providing unique travel experiences, we strive to support local economies in our choice of services. At the same time, we believe that the powerful positive effects of travel go beyond long-term economic benefits, inspiring passionate stewards committed to protecting the places we visit.

—John Fahey, National Geographic Chairman of the Board

We are identifying ways to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions associated with our travel programs and are offsetting carbon emissions we cannot eliminate. We have established an advisory board to guide our reduction efforts and our investments in high-quality offset programs—such as those that develop new renewable-energy sources—to advance this initiative.

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Distinguished National Geographic Experts Enhance Your Experience.

On each of our private jet expeditions, a world-class team of experts illuminates the history of empires, the diverse cultures we encounter, the wildlife we see, and the outstanding examples of art and architecture we visit. On each trip, we’ll be joined by a National Geographic photographer, who will share tips and techniques as we explore together and present a slide show of our adventures at the end of our trip. An in-flight lecture system allows for informative and stimulating talks aboard our private jet.

In addition, iPads loaded with trip-related content will be provided to each traveler.

The experts below are just a sample of the luminaries who will accompany our private jet expeditions. See the trip itineraries on the following pages for information about all of the experts featured on each expedition.

Underwater photographer David Doubilet

Lee Berger

Alexandra Cousteau

Wade Davis

In 2008, paleoanthropologist and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Lee Berger—with the help of his curious nine-year-old son—discovered two remarkably well-preserved, two-million-yearold fossils of an adult female and young male Australopithecus sediba, a previously unknown species of ape-like creatures that may have been a direct ancestor of modern humans.This discovery has been hailed as one of the most important paleontological finds in history, as the fossils may represent one of humankind’s oldest ancestors.

Lee believes the skeletons found on the Malapa site in South Africa could be the “Rosetta stone that unlocks our understanding of the genus Homo” and may redesign the human family tree. An Eagle Scout, Lee is the Reader in Human Evolution and the Public Understanding of Science at the Institute for Human Evolution at the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Lee will join Around the World by Private Jet in January 2016.

A National Geographic Emerging Explorer, filmmaker, and globally recognized water advocate, Alexandra Cousteau continues the work of her renowned grandfather Jacques-Yves Cousteau and her father Philippe Cousteau, Sr. She is dedicated to communicating the importance of conservation and sustainable management of water in order to preserve a healthy planet, and she uses the remarkable storytelling tradition handed down to her to inspire audiences through cutting-edge communication tools. Through her organization, Blue Legacy, she has led expeditions all around the globe to work with local environmental groups on water issues, raising awareness, and instigating community action to protect not only the ocean and its life forms, but also the human communities that rely on freshwater resources.

Alexandra will join the Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures expedition in September 2015.

Wade Davis holds degrees in anthropology and biology and received his Ph.D. in ethnobotany, all from Harvard University. Wade is the author of 15 books including The Serpent and the Rainbow (1986), One River (1996), The Wayfinders (2009), and The Sacred Headwaters (2011). His latest book, Into the Silence: The Great War, Mallory, and the Conquest of Everest, won the 2012 Samuel Johnson Prize. His many film credits include Light at the Edge of the World, an eighthour documentary series produced for the National Geographic Channel. In 2009 he received the Gold Medal from the Royal Canadian Geographical Society for his contributions to anthropology and conservation, and he is the 2011 recipient of the Explorers Medal, the highest award given by the Explorers Club. Wade will join the Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic expedition in February 2015 and Around the World by Private Jet in December 2015.

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“We were treated to lectures from the best of the best: Explorers-in-Residence and in the field.

These encounters, talks, and mind-changing perspectives were brain food of a degree that is normally experienced over the fullness of a lifetime— if one is so lucky—not in a short 23 days.”

—Dane N., traveler

David Doubilet

Dereck and Beverly Joubert

Spencer Wells

Acclaimed underwater photographer David Doubilet estimates he has spent nearly half his life in the sea since taking his first underwater photograph at the age of 12 with a Brownie Hawkeye camera sealed in a bag. David has photographed and explored the ocean depths in such places as New Zealand, Canada, Japan, Tasmania, Scotland, and Antarctica. He has photographed stingrays, sponges, and sleeping sharks in the Caribbean, as well as shipwrecks in the South Pacific, the Atlantic, and at Pearl Harbor. He has produced more than 70 stories for National Geographic magazine and several books, including Fish Face, Pacific: An Undersea Journey, and Water Light Time.

David has received the Explorers Club’s prestigious Lowell Thomas Award and the Lennart Nilsson Award in photography. David will join the Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures expeditions in April and September 2015.

National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence Dereck and Beverly Joubert are the award-winning filmmakers and conservationists who established National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative, a comprehensive program to protect endangered felines worldwide. The Jouberts have been filming, researching, and exploring in Africa for more than 25 years, and their coverage of unique predator behavior has resulted in 22 films, 10 books, and many articles for National Geographic magazine. In 2006, they teamed up with other leading conservationists to launch Great Plains Conservation, an Africa-based company that works with local communities, governments, and commercial enterprises to enhance and protect iconic wildlife habitats in Africa and Asia. The Jouberts’ many distinctions include five Emmys, a Peabody, and the World Ecology Award. Dereck and Beverly will join the Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic expedition in February 2015.

Geneticist, anthropologist, and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells has analyzed the DNA of thousands of people living in isolated tribes around the world. He leads the landmark Genographic Project, a multiyear endeavor to chart the journey of our early ancestors as they populated the planet.

Spencer earned his Ph.D. from Harvard University and conducted postdoctoral work at Stanford and Oxford.

He is the author of three books, The Journey of Man, Deep Ancestry, and Pandora’s Seed. His fieldwork has taken him to more than 80 countries, where he has worked with everyone from heads of government to tribal chieftains in places as remote as Tajikistan, Chad, and Papua New Guinea. Spencer will join the Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic expedition in February 2015 and The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples and Sacred Places in May 2016.

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Private Jet Travel— The Ultimate in Comfort and Convenience

Easter Island, Chile seen from the private jet

Relax in spacious, VIP-style seats.

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Our specially outfitted Boeing 757 jet is ideally suited for this extraordinary expedition. Its long-range capabilities and ability to land in smaller airports afford us unmatched flexibility. We set our own schedules, flying direct and avoiding layovers, which gives us the freedom to make the most of our adventures on land. The jet’s interior has been customized and refitted to our specifications to provide the ultimate in comfort and convenience, accommodating only 74 travelers in two-by-two VIP-style seats, instead of the standard 233 seats.

Expedition Staff and Crew Traveling with the National Geographic team is a talented expedition staff, experienced travel experts who attend to the trip’s every logistical detail. These highly skilled and forward-thinking professionals travel with you to ensure that your experience is truly extraordinary. Also, a dedicated flight crew is specially selected for this expedition, chosen for its attention to detail, dedication to safety and security, and top-notch hospitality.

Expedition Physician For your comfort and well-being, an expedition physician will accompany us throughout the journey. On call 24 hours a day, the physician will be ready to provide and coordinate health care services whenever and wherever needed.

Travel with a dedicated flight crew.

Expedition Chef We also travel with our own expedition chef and catering assistant, who create delicious meals inspired by the various places we visit. Taking advantage of the freshest local ingredients, they prepare dishes and serve them on board with a selection of fine wines.

“The lectures, the ease of travel by private jet, and amazing activities made this trip incredible. Doing this again!”

—Scott S., traveler Enjoy fine cuisine on land and on board the jet.

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The Finest Accommodations

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia (Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures)

La Mamounia, Marrakech, Morocco (Around the World by Private Jet)

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Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia (Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures)

From the serene beauty of the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan and the elegant Moorish architecture of La Mamounia in Marrakech to the stunning views from Australia’s Southern Ocean Lodge, we stay in some of the world’s finest accommodations. Each has been chosen for its exceptional amenities and prime location. In remote areas where choices are limited, we have selected the best available accommodations to ensure your comfort. In many of the destinations we visit, we have arranged special dining experiences in unique settings accompanied by traditional entertainment.

Three Camel Lodge, the Gobi, Mongolia (The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples and Sacred Places with Dr. Spencer Wells)

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Around the World by Private Jet Circle the globe with top National Geographic experts on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Traveling in the comfort of a private jet, encounter legendary places from Machu Picchu and Tibet to Easter Island and the Taj Mahal. Experience natural wonders such as the Great Barrier Reef, the Serengeti Plain, and the island paradise of Samoa.

Machu Picchu, Peru

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EXPERTS •Washington, D.C.*

October 2–25, 2015:

Marrakech, Morocco

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Lima, Cusco, and Machu Picchu, Peru

Petra and

Rum, • Wadi Jordan

Xi’an, China**

Donald Johanson

• China** • • Chengdu, • Taj Mahal, Agra, India • Angkor, Cambodia

Lhasa, Tibet**

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Paleoanthropologist and National Geographic grantee who will accompany the entire expedition

Jack Daulton

Serengeti Plain or Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rain Forest, Australia

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Apia, Samoa

Art historian who will accompany the entire expedition

Chris Rainier Private Jet Local Air

National Geographic photographer who will accompany the entire expedition

October 27–November 19, 2015: Jan Nijman

Itinerary–24 Days:

October 2–25, 2015 | October 27–November 19, 2015 December 27, 2015–January 19, 2016* | January 21–February 13, 2016*

Geographer and chair of National Geographic’s Global Exploration Fund–Northern Europe who will accompany the entire expedition

Michael Melford

Home City/Washington, D.C.* Day 1. Meet experts, staff, and fellow travelers for a welcome reception at the headquarters of the National Geographic Society, followed by dinner at our hotel.

The Hay-Adams, Washington, D.C.

Cusco and Machu Picchu or Trujillo and Chiclayo, Peru Days 2, 3, and 4. This morning, our private jet takes us to Lima, where we take a local flight to charming Cusco. Explore the Plaza de Armas and the Sacsayhuaman fortress overlooking the city. Continue to Machu Picchu, an ancient citadel abandoned by the Inca and rediscovered in 1911. Excavated by Hiram Bingham with funding from the National Geographic Society, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites. Instead of visiting Cusco and Machu Picchu, you may visit Peru’s north coast to see the temples of Chiclayo and Trujillo.

Belmond Hotel Monasterio or Belmond Palacio Nazarenas, Cusco; or Libertador Trujillo and Belmond Miraflores Park (On the October 2 departure we will spend the first night in Lima at the Belmond Miraflores Park. All other departures connect directly to Cusco via local flight for three nights.)

Easter Island, Chile Days 5 and 6. Travel 2,300 miles off the coast of Chile to Easter Island, an open-air museum of ancient stone villages, sanctuaries, and giant statues called moai. Explore the island’s treasures with resident archaeologists Edmundo Edwards, Patricia Vargas, and Claudio Cristino. Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa

Cross the International Date Line Day 7. Depart for Samoa and lose a day crossing the international date line.

Apia, Samoa Day 8. Trace the coast of Samoa on a scenic drive, passing through charming seaside villages. Enjoy a traditional Polynesian feast and a fia fia, a colorful performance of Samoan dance and song. Aggie Grey’s Lagoon, Beach Resort & Spa

National Geographic photographer who will accompany the entire expedition

Jack Daulton (see above) will also join the October 27 departure.

December 27, 2015–January 19, 2016: Wade Davis

Anthropologist and National Geographic Explorer who will accompany the entire expedition

Massimo Bassano

National Geographic photographer who will accompany the entire expedition

Jack Daulton (see above) will also join the December 27 departure.

January 21–February 13, 2016 Lee Berger

Paleoanthropologist and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence who will accompany the entire expedition

David Harrison

Anthropologist and National Geographic Fellow who will accompany the entire expedition

Jay Dickman

Pulitzer Prize–winning photographer who will accompany the entire expedition

*The December and January departures follow the itinerary shown above but begin and end in Orlando, Florida with hotel accommodations on Day 1 at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes.

See our website for full bios on all experts.

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Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet

Lion, Serengeti, Tanzania

The Taj Mahal, India

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the Society’s research and exploration programs, which include archaeological excavations at an Inca ritual site near Cusco; a study on the response of the Great Barrier Reef to environmental stress; and the numerous programs of the Big Cats Initiative, including protection of endangered lions and cheetahs on Tanzania’s Maasai Steppe.

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

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The Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rain Forest, Australia Days 9 and 10. Explore the Great Barrier Reef, the largest known coral reef in the world and home to an exceptionally rich variety of marine life. Enjoy snorkeling and swimming in this magnificent ecosystem, or discover the natural wonders of the Daintree Rain Forest. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa

Angkor Wat or the Hidden Temples of Cambodia Days 11 and 12. Fly to Siem Reap, our base for exploring Angkor, the heart of the ancient Khmer Empire. Survey Angkor Wat’s massive temple complex, and visit the royal city of Angkor Thom and the extraordinary Bayon Temple. Or explore the lost jungle temple of Beng Mea Lea and the ninth-century Roluous temple complex of Hariharalaya.

Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor

Chengdu, China ** Day 13. Travel to Chengdu, where we visit the Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Center and stay overnight before flying to Tibet. Shangri-La Hotel Chengdu

Lhasa, Tibet or Xi’an, China ** Days 14 and 15. Depart by local flight to Lhasa. Visit the Jokhang Temple, the region’s oldest and most revered temple. The next day, venture into the fabled Potala Palace and the nearly 600-year-old Sera Monastery. Alternatively, you may choose to travel to Xi’an, China to view the famous terra-cotta warriors.

The St. Regis Lhasa Resort or The Westin Xian

Taj Mahal, Agra, India Days 16 and 17. Return to Chengdu by local flight and continue on our private jet to Agra.

See the majestic Taj Mahal, one of the world’s greatest monuments to love.

The Oberoi Amarvilás

Petra, Jordan

The Serengeti Plain or Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania Days 18 and 19. Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport and choose from two options: go deep into Serengeti National Park to witness the greatest concentration of plains game in Africa; or descend into the Ngorongoro Crater and observe the permanent population of about 25,000 animals in the largest unbroken caldera in the world. National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Meave or Louise Leakey joins us to discuss the family’s historic fossil finds. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti or Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

The Lost City of Petra and Wadi Rum, Jordan Days 20 and 21. Visit Petra, the lost city of the Nabataeans. Hidden in Jordan’s deep canyons south of the Dead Sea, this remarkable site was founded more than 2,000 years ago and consists of elaborate buildings and tombs carved from sheer rock walls. On the last evening, gather for a festive Bedouin dinner. The following morning, travel to the beautiful desert landscape of Wadi Rum, exploring the spectacular rock formations known as the Seven Pillars of Wisdom. Mövenpick Resort Petra

Marrakech or the Atlas Mountains, Morocco Days 22 and 23. Arrive in Marrakech and transfer to our hotel. The next day, see the Koutoubia Mosque and visit the Bahia Palace. Wander through the medina and the openair market of Djemma el Fna, or take a stroll in the stunning Majorelle Garden. Tonight, gather for a festive farewell banquet with traditional entertainment. La Mamounia

Marrakech, Morocco/Washington, D.C.*/Home City Day 24. Following breakfast, board our private jet and fly to Washington, D.C. Upon arrival, you may connect with your commercial flight home, or, if you wish, we will provide complimentary accommodations at the Hyatt Dulles Airport Hotel for the night. For the December and January departures, which end in Orlando, Florida, complimentary accommodations will be provided at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport Hotel for one night. **On the January 2016 departure, Myanmar will replace China and Tibet on Days 13-15.

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Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Departure Dates: October 2–25, 2015 October 27–November 19, 2015 December 27, 2015–January 19, 2016* January 21–February 13, 2016*/**

Expedition Cost: October and December 2015 $73,950 January 2016 $76,950 Prices are per person, double occupancy.

For a single room, add $8,650 in 2015 and $8,950 in 2016. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost.

Airfare to and from Washington, D.C. or Orlando, Florida is not included.

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Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic: An Extraordinary Journey by Private Jet Join us for an extraordinary private jet expedition celebrating the past, present, and future of exploration at National Geographic. Eleven of today’s most accomplished explorers join us in spectacular places to share insights into their groundbreaking research and fieldwork. Encounter wildlife in Palau and Rwanda, step back in time in Oman and Laos, and get immersed in fascinating cultures in Bhutan and Botswana’s Kalahari Desert on an adventure of a lifetime.

Chortens, Dochula Pass, Bhutan

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Barcelona, Spain

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The Maldives Volcanoes National Park and Kigali, Rwanda

Selinda Reserve, Botswana*

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Wade Davis Anthropologist and National Geographic Explorer who will join us in Laos

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The Rock Islands, Palau

Private Jet Local Air

Itinerary–24 Days:

Sylvia Earle Oceanographer and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence who will join us in the Maldives

Fred Hiebert Archaeologist and National Geographic Explorer who will join us in Oman

Dereck and Beverly Joubert

February 15–March 10, 2015 October 28–November 19, 2016*

Award-winning filmmakers and National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence who will join us in Botswana

U.S./London, England

Bob Krist

Days 1 and 2. Depart the U.S. independently on an overnight flight to London. The following day, gather for a welcome reception and dinner at our hotel.

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane

National Geographic photographer who will accompany the entire expedition

Muscat, Oman

Louise Leakey

Days 3 and 4. Fly to the sultanate of Oman. Explore the vibrant capital city of Muscat, and meet archaeologist and National Geographic Explorer Fred Hiebert. Fred curated an exhibit on ancient treasure ships, including the re-creation of the Jewel of Muscat, which was supported by National Geographic Channels International and sailed to Singapore in 2010. Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Greg Marshall

Paro and Thimphu, Bhutan Days 5, 6, and 7. Fly by private jet to Kathmandu, Nepal, where we spend the night.

After breakfast, take a local flight to Bhutan. Explore this peaceful Himalayan kingdom with anthropologist and Explorer-in-Residence Johan Reinhard, who will share his research on Tibetan Buddhism and remote Himalayan tribes. See the great Paro Dzong, and witness a prayer ceremony at the Choeding Temple. Then visit the National Memorial Chorten and the Textile Museum in Thimphu, or hike up to the spectacular Tiger’s Nest Monastery.

Dwarika’s Hotel, Kathmandu; Zhiwa Ling or Uma by COMO, Paro

Rock Islands, Palau Days 8 and 9. Fly by local charter to Siem Reap, Cambodia, where we reconnect with our private jet for the flight to Palau. Explore Palau’s spectacular Rock Islands, composed of hundreds of mushroom-shaped islets. Meet with marine biologist and Emmy Award–winning filmmaker Greg Marshall, whose crittercam and other remote imaging systems make it possible to see the world through the eyes of its wildlife.

Dive or snorkel among these “floating gardens,” or swim with harmless, fascinating jellyfish. Palau Pacific Resort

*The 2016 departure will be 23 days and will include a safari in Botswana’s wildlife-rich Okavango Delta instead of the Kahalari Desert and Selinda Reserve.

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Paleontologist and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence who will join us in Rwanda

Marine biologist and filmmaker who will join us in Palau

Mireya Mayor Primatologist, National Geographic Emerging Explorer, and Nat Geo WILD host who will join us in Rwanda

Johan Reinhard Anthropologist and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence who will join us in Bhutan

Spencer Wells Geneticist, anthropologist, and National Geographic Explorer-inResidence who will accompany the entire expedition The experts noted above will join the February 2015 departure. See our website for experts joining the December 2016 departure, as well as full bios on all experts.

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Cheetahs, Makgadikgadi Pans, Kalahari Desert, Botswana

School of crescent-tail bigeye, the Maldives

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the Society’s research and exploration programs, which include studies on snow leopard populations in Bhutan; wild dog conservation projects in Botswana; as well as the Big Cats Initiative, spearheaded by Dereck and Beverly Joubert. Proceeds also support our Explorer Programs, funding explorers like Mireya Mayor, Spencer Wells, and Sylvia Earle.

Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Paro, Bhutan

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Luang Prabang, Laos Days 10 and 11. Anthropologist Wade Davis introduces the cultural riches of the enchanting city of Luang Prabang. Visit renowned Buddhist temples and the National Museum at the former Royal Palace. Then cruise the Mekong River to the cave temples of Pak Ou, home to thousands of lacquered and gilded Buddha figures.

La Résidence Phou Vao or Amantaka, Luang Prabang

The Maldives Days 12, 13, and 14. Fly over the Indian Ocean to the island paradise of the Maldives.

Meet pioneering oceanographer and Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia Earle, founder of Mission Blue, a global marine conservation initiative aimed at restoring health and productivity to the oceans. Discuss with Sylvia the unique ecosystem of the Maldives’ coral islands and her work in identifying “hope spots”—vibrant places that are critical to the health of the ocean and merit special protection. Then head into the water with Sylvia to swim and snorkel in turquoise lagoons teeming with hundreds of fish species, along with other marine life such as manta rays and sea turtles. Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa

Selinda Reserve, Botswana* Days 15 and 16. Botswana’s wilderness offers incredible wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Here, we’ll meet Explorers-in-Residence Dereck and Beverly Joubert, the award-winning filmmakers and conservationists who established National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative. Embark on game drives to spot lions, hippos, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, Cape buffalo, elephants, and much more. Learn how the local community has become involved in conservation efforts.

Selinda Tented Camp

Mountain gorillas, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Kalahari Desert, Botswana* Days 17 and 18. The vast, arid expanse of the Kalahari Desert is home to the San, members of one of the longest surviving cultures in the world. Go tracking with these traditional hunter-gatherers, and discuss their legacy with National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells.

Jack’s Camp, Tau Pan Camp, or Kalahari Plains Camp

Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda Days 19, 20, and 21. Embark on a thrilling trek through bamboo forests in search of Rwanda’s mountain gorillas, which the late Dian Fossey famously studied with support from National Geographic. Learn about these endangered creatures from primatologist and Emerging Explorer Mireya Mayor, whose work with Africa’s lowland gorilla population has helped to unravel their mysteries and guide important conservation measures. Or fly by helicopter over the Virunga volcanoes and visit the inspiring Akilah Institute for Women. Meet in Kigali with National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Louise Leakey to discuss her family’s historic fossil finds.

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge and Kigali Serena Hotel

Barcelona, Spain Days 22 and 23. In the Mediterranean city of Barcelona, marvel at architectural gems, including Gaudí’s masterpiece, Basílica de la Sagrada Família. Stroll the Passeig de Gracia, lined with old and new houses, and explore the Mercat de la Boqueria with a local chef. Enjoy a gala farewell dinner to celebrate our epic expedition. During dinner we’ll be treated to a special performance by local castellers, who will show us a popular Catalan tradition of riveting acrobatics. El Palace Hotel

Barcelona/London, England/U.S. Day 24. Return by private jet to London, and transfer to your commercial flight home.

*The 2016 departure will be 23 days and will include a safari in Botswana’s wildlife-rich Okavango Delta instead of the Kahalari Desert and Selinda Reserve.

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Young monk, Luang Prabang, Laos

Departure Dates: February 15–March 10, 2015 October 28–November 19, 2016*

Expedition Cost: February 2015 October 2016

$76,950 $78,950

Prices are per person, double occupancy.

For a single room, add $8,950. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to and from London is not included.

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Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures: An Extraordinary Journey by Private Jet Madagascar, Hawai‘i, Bali, the Maldives: the names alone conjure up images of exotic creatures and unique cultures, sparkling seas that lap white sands, and reefs that swirl with dazzling marine life. Join eleven of National Geographic’s top scientists, photographers, and explorers to discover rich island cultures from Tonga to Sri Lanka, and incredible wildlife in remote places like the Maldives and Australia’s Kangaroo Island.

Maldivian man and traditional dhoni, the Maldives

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Anthropologist and National Geographic 2011 Explorer of the Year who will accompany the April departure for the entire expedition and join us in Bali on the September departure

Fiji

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Adelaide and • Kangaroo Island, • Australia

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Archaeologist and National Geographic grantee who will join us in Sri Lanka

Alexandra Cousteau* Conservationist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will join us in Fiji on the September departure

Michael Davie Emmy Award–winning documentary filmmaker and author who will join us in Australia

Itinerary–25 Days: April 14–May 8, 2015 September 27–October 21, 2015

Home City/Kona, Hawai‘i Days 1 and 2. Depart independently on a commercial flight to Hawai‘i. Gather for a welcome dinner and enjoy a talk by National Geographic wildlife photographer Flip Nicklin. The next day, depart for Tonga, and lose a day crossing the international date line. The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii

Luke Dollar Conservation scientist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will join us in Madagascar

David Doubilet National Geographic photographer who will accompany both the April and September departures for the entire expedition

Sylvia Earle

Vava‘u, Tonga Days 3 and 4. Immerse yourself in the island culture of Tonga, which traces its royal lineage back about 900 years. During our visit, take in spectacular ocean views on a chartered flight to the Vava‘u group, northern islands known for verdant hills and flawless beaches. Spend an afternoon snorkeling with Sylvia Earle among some of the most pristine reefs in the world, and sail to sheltered coves and bays hidden among limestone cliffs. Scenic Hotel Tonga

Adelaide and Kangaroo Island, Australia Days 5, 6, 7, and 8. Set out on a tour of Adelaide and enjoy lunch at a local winery in the Adelaide Hills. Meet with Emmy Award–winning filmmaker Michael Davie before flying by local aircraft to Kangaroo Island, considered Australia’s Galápagos for its teeming wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Stay in one of the world’s top island properties, and discover the island’s native inhabitants, including Tammar wallabies and endemic kangaroos. Hilton Adelaide Hotel, Adelaide; Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island

Oceanographer and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence who will join us in Tonga

Andrea Marshall Conservation biologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will join us in the Maldives

Flip Nicklin Marine biologist and National Geographic wildlife photographer who will join us in Hawai‘i

Chris Rainier National Geographic Explorer and photographer who will join us in Papua New Guinea

Dambulla, Sri Lanka Days 9, 10, and 11. Fly via Jakarta, Indonesia, to Colombo, Sri Lanka. Take a local flight to Habarana and continue overland to Dambulla to visit several of the island’s eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. Explore Sigiriya, a fifth-century royal city built

by King Kassapa I, and visit the Golden Temple of Dambulla, a cave monastery that has drawn pilgrims for more than 22 centuries. Meet National Geographic grantee and archaeologist Robin Coningham, who conducted excavations at Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s earliest capital. Jetwing Lagoon, Negombo; Amaya Lake, Dambulla *The experts listed at right will join both the April and September departures, with the exception of Alexandra Cousteau and Greg Stone.

Greg Stone* Marine conservationist and National Geographic writer who will join us in Fiji on the April departure

Tierney Thys Marine biologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will accompany the September departure for the entire expedition and join us in Bali on the April departure See our website for full bios on all experts.

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Rice fields below Gunung Agung, Bali

Juvenile clownfish, the Maldives

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the Society’s research and exploration programs, which include fossil studies on Kangaroo Island, where more than 25 well-preserved fossils of unknown species from the Cambrian period have been excavated; and a Hawai‘i-based study of the role of song in the social organization, communication, and breeding of humpback whales. Proceeds also help fund the Society’s Explorer Programs, which support researchers like wildlife biologist and photographer Tim Laman, whose documentation of every known species of bird of paradise resulted in a National Geographic museum exhibition and television documentary.

Huli Wigman, Papua New Guinea

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Antananarivo, Madagascar Days 12, 13, and 14. Thanks to its isolation from the African mainland, more than 80 percent of species in Madagascar are endemic. National Geographic Emerging Explorer and wildlife biologist Luke Dollar meets us here to discuss the island’s unique wildlife. Choose one of three excursions: Walk through the rain forests of Andasibe−Mantadia National Park on the lookout for indri, the largest species of lemur, whose eerie calls resonate in the canopy overhead. Or, hike easy trails to waterfalls and volcanic lakes in Montagne d’Ambre National Park. Alternatively, discover some of the 1,800 floral species on the unspoiled Anjajavy Peninsula. Carlton Hotel; Andasibe Hotel, Le Domaine de Fontenay or Litchi Tree, or Anjajavy l’Hotel

The Maldives Days 15, 16, and 17. Settle into private overwater bungalows and wake up to magnificent ocean views. Then dip into translucent waters to snorkel or scuba dive in a dazzling underwater world of more than a thousand sea species. Or hop on a bicycle and enjoy the beautiful island scenery. National Geographic Emerging Explorer Andrea Marshall, one of the world’s leading experts on manta rays, joins us here.

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa

Sifaka lemur, Madagascar

Bali, Indonesia Days 18 and 19. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of magical Bali, whose cultural landscape was declared a World Heritage site in 2012. Visit the Hindu temple of Pura Luhur Batukaru; explore Ubud, the island’s cultural and artistic center; or ride through the countryside atop an elephant. On the April departure, meet National Geographic Emerging Explorer and marine biologist Tierney Thys, who will introduce Bali and her globe-spanning work on the enormous ocean sunfish (Mola mola). In September, National Geographic 2011 Explorer of the Year and ecological anthropologist Kenny Broad joins us to discuss his work on the relationships between ancient and modern civilizations and the environment.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan or Amandari, Ubud

Papua New Guinea Days 20, 21, and 22. In Papua New Guinea, meet National Geographic photographer Chris Rainier, whose work celebrates the cultural diversity of this country, where more than 800 languages are spoken. After a night in Port Moresby, fly by local aircraft to one of four remote areas. Visit with the Melpa people in the Western Highlands, an area known for its orchid species and birds of paradise. Or head to the Southern Highlands, where the Huli Wigmen sport extravagant warrior headdresses.

Alternatively, cruise the Sepik River basin, exploring the tropical lowland forest.

Or head to Kokopo beach on New Britain Island. Airways Hotel; Rondon Ridge, Ambua Lodge, Karawari Lodge, or Kokopo Beach Bungalow Resort

Legong dancers, Bali

Fiji Days 23 and 24. On Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu, take part in a traditional kava ceremony at the Kalevu Cultural Centre. Ride jet boats on the Sigatoka River or take a catamaran cruise around Natadola, stopping to swim and snorkel the reef.

Here, on the April departure, meet with National Geographic writer and marine conservationist Greg Stone to learn about his Society-backed efforts to protect the nearby Phoenix Islands. In September, we are joined by National Geographic Emerging Explorer and conservationist Alexandra Cousteau. She will discuss her National Geographic-sponsored expedition, Blue Planet, which explored water issues all over the world to raise awareness about the importance of protecting freshwater bodies and oceans. Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, an InterContinental Resort

Fiji/Hawai‘i/Home City Day 25. Board our private jet and depart for Hawai‘i. As we cross the international date line, we gain a day, and arrive in Honolulu on Day 24. Enjoy a casual buffet dinner in the evening. The next day, connect with your commercial flight home.

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Departure Dates: April 14–May 8, 2015 September 27–October 21, 2015

Expedition Cost: $76,950 Price is per person, double occupancy.

For a single room, add $8,950. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to and from Hawai‘i is not included.

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The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples and Sacred Places with Dr. Spencer Wells Join geneticist, anthropologist, and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells on an extraordinary private jet expedition, venturing off the beaten path to discover the enduring legacies of legendary civilizations that have shaped our shared human history.

Following a specially crafted itinerary we developed with Spencer, explore sacred sites, ancient cities, and astonishing cultural treasures from Uzbekistan and Mongolia to Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Ethiopia, and beyond.

Gobi, Mongolia

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Itinerary–24 Days: May 12–June 4, 2016

U.S./London, England Thursday and Friday, May 12 and 13. Depart the U.S. independently on an overnight flight to London. The next day, meet experts, staff, and fellow travelers during a welcome reception and dinner. Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane

Tbilisi, Georgia Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, May 14, 15, and 16. Get acquainted with Tbilisi’s Old City, visiting the Georgian Orthodox Sioni Cathedral. At the Georgian National Museum, enjoy a private tour and reception with paleoanthropologist and National Geographic grantee Dr. David Lordkipanidze, the museum’s director. Join David on an optional excursion to the archaeological site of Dmanisi, where he led the discovery of the earliest-known hominid remains outside of Africa. Explore the historic churches and monasteries of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mtskheta, or travel to the ancient cave town of Uplistsikhe and visit Gori, the birthplace of Joseph Stalin.

Marriott Tbilisi Hotel

Samarqand, Uzbekistan Tuesday and Wednesday, May 17 and 18. The fabled city of Samarqand flourished in the 14th and 15th centuries under the rule of Tamerlane and his successors, who commissioned spectacular mosques and madrassas covered in blue tiles. Discover the city’s vibrant bazaars, and examine some of the finest examples of Islamic architecture in the world on a stroll through Registan Square. Venture into Gur-e Amir and the Shah-i-Zinda complex of mosques and mausoleums, and see the turquoise domes of the Bibi Khanum mosque. Registan Plaza Hotel, Samarqand

Ulaanbaatar and the Gobi, Mongolia Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, May 19, 20, and 21. Our next stop is the land of Genghis Khan, where one of the world’s last nomadic cultures lives amid the stark beauty of the steppe. In Ulaanbaatar, explore the Gandan Monastery, one of the few monasteries to survive the anti-Buddhist attacks of the 1930s. Then take a private local flight to the majestic Gobi, where we’ll spend two nights at a traditional ger camp. In addition, visit with a nomad family and experience their way of life firsthand. At the fossil quarries of Bayanzag, also known as the Flaming Cliffs, hunt for dinosaur fossils with a local paleontologist. Or discover the stunning landscapes of Gorkhi Terelj National Park. The Blue Sky Hotel, Ulaanbaatar; Three Camel Lodge or Terelj Hotel 1-800-224-1894 | nationalgeographicexpeditions.com

EXPERTS Geneticist, anthropologist, and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells has analyzed the DNA of thousands of people living in isolated tribes around the world. He leads the landmark Genographic Project, a multiyear endeavor to chart the journey of our early ancestors as they populated the planet.

Spencer earned his Ph.D. from Harvard University and conducted postdoctoral work at Stanford and Oxford. He is the author of three books, The Journey of Man, Deep Ancestry, and Pandora’s Seed. His fieldwork has taken him to more than 80 countries, where he has worked with everyone from heads of government to tribal chieftains in places as remote as Chad, Tajikistan, and Papua New Guinea. Spencer will accompany the entire expedition.

Gregory Anderson National Geographic Explorer Gregory Anderson is a linguist and head of scientific research for the Society’s Enduring Voices Project, which documents endangered languages and cultures around the world. Gregory is an experienced fieldworker and has worked on-site with speakers of languages on every inhabited continent. He has authored 10 books and more than 75 academic articles and was featured, along with National Geographic Explorer David Harrison, in the acclaimed documentary film The Linguists. Gregory will accompany the entire expedition.

Bob Krist National Geographic photographer Bob Krist has shot several articles for National Geographic magazine and more than 30 articles for National Geographic Traveler, where he is a contributing editor. His many assignments have taken him to all seven continents and have earned him awards in the Pictures of the Year, Communication Arts, and World Press Photo competitions. His book Travel Photography: Documenting the World’s People and Places was published as a part of the Digital Masters series. Bob will accompany the entire expedition.

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Registan Square, Samarqand, Uzbekistan

Yangon, Myanmar

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the Society’s research and exploration programs, which include a two-month trek to summit the highest Himalaya peak in Myanmar, a study of the endemic species revealed on Uzbekistan’s Ustjurt Plateau, and the excavation of a Middle Bronze Age palace in Israel. Proceeds also support the groundbreaking research of Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells through our Explorer Programs.

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Yangon (Rangoon), Inle Lake, and Bagan, Myanmar (Burma) Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, May 22, 23, 24, and 25. Our visit begins at Yangon’s Shwedagon Pagoda, a dazzling structure that has dominated the city’s skyline for more than a thousand years. Then take a private local flight to remote Inle Lake, home to the floating gardens, stilt houses, and markets of the Intha people.

Learn about their traditional weaving and blacksmithing methods, watch fishermen poling their skiffs with one leg, and visit Nga Phe Chaung Monastery. Then fly to the ancient capital of Bagan and explore its extraordinary plain, dotted with thousands of temples, stupas, and monasteries. Traders Hotel, Yangon; Aureum Resort & Spa, Inle Lake; and Aureum Palace Hotel, Bagan

Dambulla, Sri Lanka Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, May 26, 27, and 28. We fly next to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s colorful capital. Take a private local flight to Habarana and continue overland to Dambulla. From our base at a stunning lakeside hotel, set out to visit several World Heritage sites: the rock fortress of Sigiriya, a wonder of ancient engineering; the cave temples of Dambulla, a Buddhist pilgrimage site; and the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, where many ruins date from the 12th century.

Amaya Lake, Dambulla and Signature by Amaya

Fresco, Golden Temple of Dambulla

Addis Ababa and Lalibela, Ethiopia Sunday and Monday, May 29 and 30. Ethiopia is home to diverse religions, distinct tribal cultures, evidence of some of the earliest humans, and an array of archaeological treasures. In the capital city of Addis Ababa, pay a visit to the National Museum of Ethiopia. Then travel by local air to the northern town of Lalibela, an important pilgrimage center of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church—one of the oldest Christian sects in the world. At this fascinating World Heritage site, stroll among 11 breathtaking subterranean churches that were carved out of bedrock in the 13th century. Sheraton Addis

Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, Israel Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, May 31, June 1 and 2. Fly by private jet to Tel Aviv and continue overland to Jerusalem, a city that holds a rich spiritual meaning to many faiths. We will visit a number of holy sites in the Old City and learn about their significance to Jews, Muslims, and Christians. Face the Western Wall, one of the most sacred Jewish sites, and touch its ancient stones; wander through the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, which, according to tradition, houses the tomb of Jesus; and visit the Temple Mount, capped by the gleaming cupola of the Dome of the Rock, where the Prophet Muhammad is believed to have ascended into heaven. The next day, head into the desert to Masada, King Herod’s fortress perched dramatically atop a plateau.

King David Hotel, Jerusalem

London, England/U.S. Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4. Return by private jet to London and celebrate our adventure with a farewell dinner. The next day, transfer to the airport for your commercial flight home. Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane

Jerusalem, Israel

Departure Date:

May 12–June 4, 2016

Expedition Cost: $67,950 Price is per person, double occupancy.

For a single room, add $8,250.

Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost.

Airfare to and from London is not included.

Lalibela, Ethiopia

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Wildlife of the World by Private Jet Set off on the ultimate wildlife adventure with top National Geographic experts, and encounter an incredible array of the world’s legendary creatures. As we explore Rwanda, Borneo, Madagascar, and more, our zoologists, naturalists, and conservationists share their insights on endangered animals, and on the research and fieldwork underway to help ensure their survival for generations to come.

Leopard, Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa

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Game Reserve • SabiandSandJohannesburg, South Africa

Steve Boyes Zoologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will join us in South Africa

Luke Dollar Private Jet Local Air

Conservation scientist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will join us in South Africa

Sylvia Earle

Itinerary–23 Days: February 19–March 12, 2016

U.S./Cape Town, South Africa: Great White Sharks and African Penguins Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, February 19, 20, and 21. Depart the U.S. independently on an overnight flight to Cape Town, one of the most beautiful cities in Africa. Here, the sheer slopes of Table Mountain rise above vineyards, charming suburbs, and gardens filled with exotic plant life. Upon arrival, transfer to our hotel and gather for a welcome reception and dinner.

The next day, choose from several options. Set out for an invigorating adventure at sea, cruising to an area where great white sharks come to feed. Watch these powerful predators from the deck, or dare to encounter them from the safety of an underwater cage for an unparalleled view of the action beneath the surface. Alternatively, travel by helicopter to the Cape of Good Hope, the southwesternmost point of Africa.

Drive back through the stunning Cape Peninsula, stopping at Boulders Beach, one of the few places on Earth where African penguins can be closely observed in their natural habitat. A third option takes you to Robben Island, the UNESCO World Heritage site where Nelson Mandela and other political leaders were imprisoned.

Visit the museum, meet with a former prisoner, and observe this site’s wildlife before rejoining fellow travelers for dinner back at your hotel. One & Only, Cape Town

Rwanda: Mountain Gorillas or Chimpanzees Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, February 22, 23, and 24. Board our private jet for the flight to Rwanda, where we set out on a thrilling trek through bamboo forests in Volcanoes National Park to find and observe mountain gorillas. Learn about these endangered creatures from primatologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Elizabeth Lonsdorf, vice president for education and outreach for the International Primatological Society. As an alternative, go on a hike in Nyungwe National Park to see chimpanzees, or fly by helicopter over the Virunga volcanoes and visit the Akilah Institute for Women, an inspiring vocational education and leadership program. Kigali Serena Hotel; Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or Nyungwe Forest Lodge

Oceanographer and National Geographic Explorer-inResidence who will join us in the Maldives

Kristofer Helgen Zoologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will accompany the entire expedition

Sandesh Kadur Author, photographer, filmmaker, and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will join us in India

Elizabeth Lonsdorf Primatologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer who will join us in Rwanda

Mireya Mayor Primatologist, National Geographic Emerging Explorer, and Nat Geo WILD host who will join us in Madagascar

Ami Vitale

National Geographic photographer who will accompany the entire expedition

See our website for full bios on all experts.

The Maldives: Turtles, Dolphins, and Coral Reefs Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, February 25, 26, and 27. The island paradise of the Maldives is surrounded by lagoons filled with coral reef systems that teem with marine life. Go snorkeling or diving in this dazzling underwater world with National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia Earle. Then take a cruise to see spinner dolphins dance on the water. Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa 1-800-224-1894 | nationalgeographicexpeditions.com

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Giraffes, Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa

Dolphins, the Maldives

Proceeds from our expeditions help fund the Society’s research and exploration programs, including many projects led by the experts who will accompany us. We have helped support Luke Dollar’s studies of the fossa and other carnivores endemic to Madagascar, as well as the monitoring of endangered Cape parrots by National Geographic Emerging Explorer Steve Boyes.

Mountain gorillas, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

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Malaysian Borneo: Orangutans and Proboscis Monkeys Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, February 28, 29, and March 1. Our flight to Borneo lands in Sandakan, our base for excursions into the island’s lush tropical wilderness. Come face-to-face with orangutans at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve. Then glide along the Kinabatangan River as it wends its way through the mangroves of the Abai Forest Reserve, and search for the elusive and endangered proboscis monkey. Explore the reserves with zoologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Kris Helgen.

Four Points Sheraton, Sandakan

India: Indian Wildlife Sanctuaries Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, March 2, 3, and 4. Land in Jaipur and spend two full days on unforgettable game drives in some of India’s top wildlife parks. Head out with naturalists to search for leopards, striped hyenas, wild pigs, sloth bears, sambar deer, and much more. Train your binoculars on some of the 200 native species of birds, and discover a myriad of unusual plants and trees. Learn about efforts across India to protect its rare species, from the iconic Bengal tiger to the rare hard-ground swamp deer. Meet with National Geographic Emerging Explorer Sandesh Kadur, a wildlife filmmaker, to hear how his films and photographs have spread awareness worldwide of India’s wild places and the need to preserve them.

Aman-i-Khás or Oberoi Vanyavilas, Ranthambore National Park; or Banjaar Tola, Kanha National Park

Madagascar: Lemurs

Orangutans, Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, Malaysian Borneo

Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, March 5, 6, and 7. Thanks to its isolation from the African mainland, more than 80 percent of species in Madagascar are endemic.

Primatologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Mireya Mayor meets us here to discuss her discovery of a lemur species and her work to protect wild habitats on the island. Choose between two excursions: Walk through the rain forests of Andasibe−Mantadia National Park on the lookout for indri, the largest species of lemur, whose eerie calls resonate in the canopy overhead. Or hike easy trails to waterfalls and volcanic lakes in Montagne d’Ambre National Park. Carlton Hotel; Andasibe Hotel or Vakona Forest Lodge; or Le Domaine de Fontenay or Litchi Tree

South Africa: The “Big Five” Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, March 8, 9, and 10. Return to South Africa and transfer to smaller aircraft to fly to the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve, adjacent to Kruger National Park. Embark on game drives in private wildlife reserves in the morning and at night for a chance to see the “big five,” as well as giraffes, cheetahs, hippos, zebras, and so much more. Meet with zoologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Steve Boyes, the scientific director of the Wild Bird Trust, who has studied wildlife rehabilitation and biodiversity across South Africa, and worked to end the wild-caught bird trade and restore forests. We’ll also be joined by wildlife biologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Luke Dollar, who has done extensive research on African predators and currently manages the Society’s Big Cats Initiative. Singita Boulders Lodge, Singita Ebony Lodge, or Londolozi, Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Johannesburg, South Africa/U.S. Friday and Saturday, March 11 and 12. Fly by local charter to Johannesburg, where we enjoy a farewell lunch. Then transfer to the airport to connect to your commercial flight home, arriving the next day.

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Rose-ringed Parakeet, Ranthambore National Park, India

Departure Date:

February 19–March 12, 2016

Expedition Cost: $76,950 Price is per person, double occupancy. For a single room, add $8,950. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Cape Town and from Johannesburg, South Africa is not included.

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Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions INSTRUCTIONS Please read the following information carefully. By registering for a National Geographic Expedition (the or an “expedition”), the Participant agrees to the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions herein (the “Agreement”). In order to secure your reservation on an expedition, you must read the terms of the Agreement, and indicate your acceptance of the terms of the Agreement by signing and submitting the Reservation Form to National Geographic Expeditions along with a deposit.

OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT The National Geographic Society will provide educational enrichment for National Geographic Expeditions as a sponsoring organization and has licensed TCS & Starquest Expeditions, Inc. (henceforth referred to as “the Tour Operator”), 3131 Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, Washington, 98121, a qualified professional expedition operator, to organize and administer the Around the World by Private Jet, Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic, Oceans Wonders and Island Cultures, The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples and Sacred Places with Dr. Spencer Wells, and Wildlife of the World private jet expeditions. The Tour Operator is responsible to you for arranging and providing all the services and accommodations offered in connection with an expedition, provided, however, that in the absence of gross negligence on our part, we are not responsible for personal injury or property damage caused by the air carrier, hotel, or other suppliers of any of the services being offered in connection with the expedition.

EXPEDITION PRICES Expedition Trip dates Price per person Single Supplement Second Payment Due Final Payment Due Around the World 10/2/15–10/25/15 $73,950 $8,650 Feb. 2, 2015 June 2, 2015 Around the World 10/27/15–11/19/15 $73,950 $8,650 Feb. 27, 2015 June 29, 2015 Around the World 12/27/15–1/19/16 $73,950 $8,650 April 27, 2015 Aug. 27, 2015 Around the World 1/21/16–2/13/16 $76,950 $8,950 May 21, 2015 Sept. 21, 2015 Celebrating Exploration 2/15/15–3/10/15 $76,950 $8,950 June 16, 2014 Oct.14, 2014 Celebrating Exploration 10/28/16–11/19/16 $78,950 $8,950 Feb. 29, 2016 June 28, 2016 Oceans Wonders 4/14/15–5/8/15 $76,950 $8,950 Aug.15, 2014 Dec.15, 2014 Oceans Wonders 9/27/15–10/21/15 $76,950 $8,950 Jan 25, 2015 May 27, 2015 The Human Journey 5/12/16–6/4/16 $67,950 $8,250 Sept. 11, 2015 Jan. 12, 2016 Wildlife of the World 2/19/16–3/12/16 $76,950 $8,950 June 19, 2015 Oct. 19, 2015 Reservations and Payments: To reserve your place on an expedition, complete the Reservation Form and return it with your deposit of $2,500 per person. The deposit may be made by check; wire transfer; or by a major credit card, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card. If you pay your initial deposit by credit card, it is fully refundable until you sign the Reservation Form. The second payment of $15,000 per person and final payment are payable by check or wire transfer only, made out to a secure escrow account. For the second and final payments, please make checks payable to the escrow account associated with your trip (as outlined on the Reservation Form), following the payment schedule associated with your trip as noted above. Mail or fax the Reservation Form to National Geographic Expeditions, 3131 Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, Washington 98121; fax: 206-447-7717; or call 1-800-224-1894. If an expedition is fully booked when your reservation is received, your payment will be returned within 7 days, or with your authorization, the Tour Operator can retain the deposit and place your name on a waiting list in the event other passengers cancel their reservations.

Even if you authorize the Tour Operator to put your name on a waiting list and retain your deposit, the Tour Operator will notify you within 7 days if the expedition is still fully booked.

Security Agreement: Your payments are held in an escrow account at The Commerce Bank of Washington (“TCBW”), 601 Union Street, Suite 3600, Seattle, WA 98101-1342. Participants are protected by a Letter of Credit #592 issued by TCBW (the “Security Agreement”). Any claims against this Security Agreement must be filed with the Tour Operator or TCBW within 60 days of the termination of the expedition.

After that time, the Tour Operator and TCBW will be released from liability under the Security Agreement.

What Is Included in the Price: A privately chartered Boeing 757 that departs from the first destination in the itinerary, and returns to the last destination in the itinerary, as indicated in the catalog. Deluxe or best available accommodations and all applicable taxes in the destinations and options as indicated in the catalog, from arrival at the first hotel through departure from the last hotel. All meals are included, beginning with the welcome dinner on the first night of the expedition, ending with the last meal on the last day of the expedition (varies per trip). All taxes; airport transfers at the beginning and end of the expedition; group transportation; excursions; special events and activities; extensive program of customized options at most destinations; enrichment program, including lectures by a team of experts; services of professional staff, including an expedition physician; amenities package; $100,000 medical evacuation insurance (which includes minimal accident/sickness/baggage insurance) for covered reasons; bottled water throughout the expedition (during sightseeing, at scheduled meals, and in your room); all beverages, including liquor, aboard the private jet; liquor during special events and cocktail parties on land; house wine and/or beer at lunch and dinner; nonalcoholic beverages at all scheduled meals on land; baggage handling during the expedition; Internet access in hotels, where available; and tips or gratuities to local guides, drivers, porters, and waitstaff are included. Any tips or gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total expedition price will be at your discretion. Except for “major changes” as described below, no refund will be made for any accommodations or services included in the expedition price that you voluntarily do not use. The exact expedition itinerary, name and location of hotels, length of stay at each hotel, and other ground accommodations and services, are set forth in the itineraries, which are by this reference expressly incorporated into this Agreement.

What Is Not Included in the Price: Commercial airfare from your home city to the first city of an expedition and from the last city of an expedition to your home city; optional and additional accident/baggage/cancellation insurance; passport and visa fees; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and fax fees; all beverages not mentioned above as included; hotel minibar charges; meals not scheduled by the Tour Operator; and inoculation and medication costs of any kind.

but in any event at least 10 days prior to the scheduled departure. If, less than 10 days before scheduled departure, we become aware that a major change must be made, we will notify you as soon as possible. Within 7 days after receiving notification of a major change, but in no event later than departure, you may cancel your reservation and you will receive a full refund within 14 days after canceling. If a major change that you are unwilling to accept occurs after the departure of the flight, we will refund, within 14 days after your scheduled return date, that portion of your payment that applies to the services not accepted. If we must cancel the expedition, we will notify you in writing within 7 days of the cancellation, but in no event later than 10 days before the scheduled departure date. We have no right to cancel the expedition less than 10 days before departure, except for circumstances that make it physically impossible to perform the trip or if a United States State Department Travel Warning not previously in effect is issued for one of the destinations on the itinerary. If that occurs, we will notify you as soon as possible, but not later than the scheduled departure date. If the expedition is canceled, the Tour Operator will make a full refund to you within 14 days after cancellation. The rights and remedies made available under this Contract are in addition to any other rights or remedies available under applicable law. However, we offer refunds under this contract with the express understanding that the receipt of that refund by a passenger waives the additional remedies.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS Itinerary Changes: The itineraries and staff are subject to modification and change by the National Geographic Society or the Tour Operator. Every reasonable effort will be made to operate the program as planned; however, should unforeseen world events and conditions require our itinerary to be altered, we reserve the right to do so for the safety and best interest of the group. National Geographic Society and the Tour Operator reserve the right to cancel any trip in the event inadequate enrollment makes the trip economically infeasible to operate. In such a case, the Tour Operator will provide you with a full refund of the monies paid to the Tour Operator for the expedition.

Photography: We reserve the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography, videos, or recordings for promotional or commercial use. By making a reservation on an expedition, the Participant agrees to allow his/her likeness to be used by the National Geographic Society, National Geographic Societyauthorized third parties, and the Tour Operator without compensation to the Participant. If the Participant prefers that his/her likeness not be used, he/she must notify us in writing prior to departure of the trip. Copyright in all photographs, video, and related materials created by the Participant (“Expedition Materials”) shall belong to the Participant upon creation. The Participant grants to the National Geographic Society a nonexclusive, worldwide, irrevocable license to use any Expedition Materials provided to the National Geographic Society and/or the Tour Operator in any media now existing or subsequently developed for the following limited purposes: editorial use, promotion of this editorial use, promotion of National Geographic’s travel programs, or promotion of the mission of the National Geographic Society.

Release of Liability: The passenger tickets in use by the carriers shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the passenger; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time expedition Participants are not aboard their conveyance. Neither National Geographic Expeditions nor the Tour Operator, nor any of their respective owners, directors, employees, contractors, officers, or agents (collectively, the “Released Parties”) shall be held liable for (A) any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, including but not limited to any defect in any aircraft, watercraft, or vehicle operated or provided by such other provider, (B) any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government or any subdivision or agent thereof, or by acts of God, strikes, fire, flood, war, rebellion, terrorism, insurrection, sickness, quarantine, epidemics, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control, and (C) any and all claims, actions, or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services, lost profits, consequential, exemplary, indirect or punitive damages or otherwise which may arise out of or occur during your travel in connection with an expedition. The Participant waives any claim against any of the Released Parties for any such loss, damage, injury, or death, including any right to seek consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages against any of the Released Parties for any reason whatsoever. None of the Released Parties shall be liable for any air carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket.

Acknowledgment of Risk: You understand and acknowledge that your travel in connection with and participation in an expedition or any activities which may take place during an expedition, may involve risk and potential exposure to injury or fatal injury and that risk and dangers may arise or be caused by the negligence or participation of other Participants, contractors, and/or subcontractors for an expedition or from other foreseeable and unforeseeable causes, including weather and other acts of nature.

Express Assumption of Risk and Responsibility: In recognition of the inherent risk of the travels and related activities in which you are intending to engage, you confirm that you are physically and mentally capable of participating in an expedition and that you willingly and voluntarily assume full responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage suffered by you or caused by you. By registering for an expedition, you certify that you do not have any mental, physical, or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for yourself or other Participants. The Tour Operator reserves the right in its sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove any Participant on an expedition and reserves the right, subject to the terms and conditions contained herein, to withdraw any part or all of an expedition and to make such changes as may be necessary.

Arbitration: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the performance there under, including without limitation any claim related to bodily injury, property damage or death, shall be settled by binding arbitration in Seattle, Washington, USA in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association then existing, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction over the subject matter of the controversy. Such proceedings will be governed by substantive Washington law. This agreement to arbitrate does not waive or modify the liability release contained in this document.

Insurance: National Geographic Society and the Tour Operator strongly recommend trip insurance. Insurance premium payments Exclusive Governing Law and Jurisdiction: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without are subject to the policies of the insurance carrier. regard to conflicts of laws principles. If the right to seek arbitration is for any reason waived by both parties, or if judicial review of Baggage: On the private jet, each passenger is limited to 90 pounds of checked baggage in 2 bags (one bag of your choice limited any arbitration is sought, any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts to 50 pounds and one wheeled bag/duffle that the Tour Operator will send to you ahead of time for use on the expedition limited to of the State of Washington, or, if it has or can acquire jurisdiction, in the United States District Court for the Western District of 40 pounds), plus a few smaller carry-on items such as a backpack, purse, camera, and/or laptop. On the Celebrating Exploration with Washington or the appropriate appellate courts, and the parties hereby waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction in connection National Geographic expedition, you will fly on local charters in Botswana, and your total luggage may not exceed 22 pounds. For therewith. In connection with any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement, the parties hereby specifically and international flights, the air carrier’s liability is limited to the actual value of the baggage but not more than 1,000 Special Drawing knowingly waive any rights that either party might have to demand a jury trial.

Rights, approximately $1,250 per passenger, unless a higher value is declared at the time of check-in and an appropriate excess Single/Shared Accommodations and Suite Upgrades: A limited number of single rooms are available at extra cost on a firstvaluation charge is paid. Baggage, when not handled by the Tour Operator, and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility come, first-served basis. The Tour Operator will make reasonable efforts to assist persons requesting a roommate. Participants will of the Participant. be notified if a suitable roommate is found. If a roommate is not confirmed, the single rate will be charged. Suite rooms are available Aircraft: The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing 757 jet with 80 VIP-class seats. The air carrier for the expeditions will in some destinations; more information about them, including their extra costs, will be sent to you in the months before departure. be Thomson Airways, Wigmore House/Wigmore Place, Wigmore Lane, Bedfordshire, Luton LU2 9TN England or TAG Aviation (UK) Visas and Entry Permits: To participate in an expedition, visas and/or entry permits may be required for some countries. Acquiring Ltd, Farnborough Airport, Hampshire, GU14 6XA, United Kingdom. The Tour Operator and air carrier reserve the right to substitute visas and/or entry permits is the responsibility of the Participant. Failure to obtain visas and/or entry permits does not negate the equivalent aircraft if necessary. Your itinerary may include flights on smaller aircraft operated by local approved airline carriers. Seating terms and conditions. Any extra costs for rerouting a Participant without visas and/or entry permits will be the responsibility of the on these aircraft will be economy or economy with limited business seats, based upon the configuration of the aircraft.

Participant. The Tour Operator will provide information on the necessary visas and/or entry permits in predeparture documents.

International Flights: The operation of these flights is subject to the foreign governments involved granting landing rights for the Health Requirements: These are active trips, which require you to make a realistic assessment of your health. Prior to traveling, we flight. If the air carrier cannot obtain these rights for any particular flight leg of an expedition, that flight leg will be canceled and recommend that you visit your personal physician for a checkup so that you may discuss your ability to participate in this type of journey. alternative arrangements may be made at the discretion of National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator.

All Participants are expected to be in active good health, to enjoy traveling as part of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural Cancellations and Refunds: If you cancel your reservation or change your plans, your right to receive a refund is limited, as differences with grace. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels and airports, and to board the aircraft, and are part described in the following schedule. All requests for refunds must be sent to us in writing via mail, fax, or email. All cancellations will of many excursions. Please note: To go to certain destinations or participate in certain activities, such as visiting a high-altitude become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt. If your cancellation notice is received within the timeframe below, area (7,500 feet above sea level and higher), you will need to obtain your physician’s approval. A form will be sent to you for your physician to sign. We are prepared to arrange for an alternative destination or activity, if your physician recommends it. Malaria and you will receive a refund of all deposits minus the per person cancellation fee. other diseases are present in some of the countries featured in these itineraries. Proof of yellow fever inoculation is required on Number of Days Prior to Departure: Per Person Cancellation Fee: some of the expeditions in this catalog. For the latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas you will visit, consult your physician and the Centers for Disease Control. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment 240 or more days

$1,000 should be reported in writing when the reservation is made. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate travelers with special 180-239 days

$5,000 needs; however, we regret that we cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of 120-179 days

$15,000 a cane or walking stick, arrangements will be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our 119 or fewer days

No refund expedition staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the traveler. If you would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to do so at any time.

Refunds will be made within 14 days of receipt of your notice of cancellation.

Leaving an expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any Basis of Rates: All prices are based on two persons sharing a room. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars. The rates are based unused portions of an expedition. If you cancel and provide a substitute Participant for the expedition, you will receive from the on current tariffs and are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. While we will make reasonable efforts to maintain Tour Operator a full refund of money paid toward the price less an administrative charge of $25 for effecting the substitution once the listed prices, if it is necessary to levy a surcharge, we reserve the right to do so and will notify you at the time of final invoicing. the substitute Participant has paid in full. If we make major changes prior to departure, you have the right to cancel and receive a full refund. Please note that the costs for visas, commercial air tickets, insurance, suite upgrades, and pre- or post- Eligibility: Participation in a National Geographic Expedition is a benefit of membership in the National Geographic Society. expedition independent arrangements may not be refundable. The following are major changes: (1) a change in the departure Membership dues for 2014 are $39. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for an expedition. or return date, unless the change results from a flight delay experienced by the air carrier (If, however, the delay is longer than 48 The Tour Operator is a Registered Seller of Travel in Washington (#602-320-265), a California Seller of Travel (#2071584-30), an hours, it will be considered a major change); (2) a change in the origin or destination city for any flight leg, unless the change affects accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, and is endorsed by IATAN, the International Airlines Travel Agent Network (#50only the order in which cities named in a tour package are visited; (3) a substitute of any hotel of lower standard; (4) a price increase 755585). The Tour Operator’s Dunn & Bradstreet D-U-N-S number is 17-084-7961. of more than 10 percent occurring 10 or more days before departure. In no event can we increase your price less than 10 days before departure. If a major change must be made in the expedition, we will notify you within 7 days after first learning of the change, Copyright © 2014 National Geographic Society Recycled Paper

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• RESERVATION FORM •

PLEASE RESERVE

PLACE(S) ON THE SELECTED EXPEDITION:

Expedition Expedition Dates

Double Occupancy

Single Supplement

Escrow Account

❏ Around the World by Private Jet

October 2–25, 2015

$73,950

$8,650

NGATW3-15

❏ Around the World by Private Jet

October 27–November 19, 2015

$73,950

$8,650

NGATW5-15

❏ Around the World by Private Jet

December 27, 2015–January 19, 2016

$73,950

$8,650

NGATW6-15

❏ Around the World by Private Jet

January 21–February 13, 2016 $76,950 $8,950

NGATW1-16

❏ Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic

February 15–March 10, 2015

$8,950

NGEXP-15

❏ Celebrating Exploration with National Geographic

October 28–November 19, 2016 $78,950

$8,950

NGEXP-16

❏ Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures

April 14–May 8, 2015

$76,950

$8,950

NGISL-15

❏ Ocean Wonders and Island Cultures

September 27–October 21, 2015

$76,950

$8,950

NGISL2-15

❏ The Human Journey

May 12–June 4, 2016 $67,950 $8,250

NGS-16

❏ Wildlife of the World by Private Jet

February 19–March 12, 2016

NGW-16

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$76,950

$8,950

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