Botswana Fly in Safari:
Okavango Delta
An exclusive trip for the
Saint Louis Zoo designed especially
for adventurous families.
Your journey begins with a visit to
Victoria Falls, one of the wonders of the
world, best viewed from Zimbabwe on
the shores of the Zambezi River. The
Falls, said to be the largest in the world,
thunder day and night to create a garden
oasis filled with fantastic wildlife. This
experience is a photographer’s delight,
with a multitude of views of the falls, the
powerful river and amazing African birds
and mammals.
Your adventure continues in Botswana,
a fabulously wild and relatively
unpopulated country, dominated by
the Kalahari desert, its seasonal water
sources and its vast salt pans. From the
Savute marshes, and the lush, riverine
ecosystem of Chobe, to Okavango’s palm
tree islets, and the desolation of the Nxai
Pan, this is a land of contrasts. Savannah
grasslands and forest glades chain-linked
by ox-bow river loops, lily ponds and
winding watercourses and heat-seared
salt pans stretching to the horizon
provide habitat for an amazing diversity
of animal life.
The Chobe National Park is famous
for the multitude of elephants that
concentrate on the Chobe River during
the dry season – renowned to be Africa’s
greatest concentration of elephants.
Chobe, the second largest national
park in Botswana, hosts two of Africa’s
legendary safari areas, Savuti and the
Chobe River. From May thru November,
when the seasonal waterholes out in the
endless mopane woodlands to
the south become dry, the game
migrates in enormous numbers onto this
waterfront area. The sheer quantity of
elephants in particular is staggering and
the absolute highlight is to sit in a boat
and watch the herds snorkelling their
way across the river to the open swamps
to the north.
The Okavango Delta is Botswana’s most
famous and popular safari destination. It
is a unique wetland system - one of the
largest inland deltas in the world. An
Okavango Delta safari offers a diversity
of wildlife which includes predators,
antelope, birds and fish. From the air,
the rich mosaic of land and water looks
like a perfectly constructed puzzle, but
it is on the spectacular waterways, that
you will discover why so many safari
enthusiasts make the Okavango Delta a
type of annual pilgrimage. Originating
in the distant highlands of Angola, the
Okavango floodwater actually arrives
into the delta during the dry season,
May through Oct, causing prodigious
quantities of game to migrate inwards
from the otherwise parched Kalahari
Desert. At this time of year, there
is no better game viewing in Africa.
Almost all of Okavango is divided into
vast private concessions, where visitor
numbers are strictly limited and the
camps can generally only be accessed by
light aircraft.
For more information, contact Altair Travel at (314) 968-9600.
I T I N E R A R Y
Botswana Fly In Safari:
Okavango Delta
August 19-30, 2011
$9,300 per person double occupancy
land only.
$7,300 price per child based on
sharing with two adults land only
Single room rates available on request
An optional three-day post trip
extension to Nxai Pan, Botswana is
offered at a rate of $2,250 per person
based on double occupancy, August
29-September 2, 2011.
International airfare from St. Louis
to Johannesburg, South Africa and
on to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and
then return via Maun, Botswana and
Johannesburg, South Africa to St. Louis
is estimated at $2,750.
>Friday, August 19
St. Louis/enroute to South Africa
>Saturday, August 20
Arrive Johannesburg, South Africa
>Sunday, August 21
Johannesburg, South Africa/Victoria
Falls, Zimbabwe
>Monday, August 22
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
>Tuesday, August 23
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe/Chobe
National Park, Botswana
>Wednesday, August 24
Chobe National Park
>Thursday, August 25
Chobe/Northern Okavango Delta
>Friday, August 26
Northern Okavango Delta
>Saturday, August 27
Northern Okavango Delta/
Linyanti Marshes
>Sunday, August 28
Linyanti Marshes
>Monday, August 29
Linyanti Marshes/Maun/Gabarone/
Johannesburg/Washington, DC
>Tuesday, August 30
Washington, DC/ St. Louis
To the north of the Okavango Delta lies
the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve, a 125,000
hectares area of pristine wilderness and
Botswana’s most least known wildlife
area. Fed by the Kwando River, the
Linyanti Swamp is the heart of the
reserve and is the attraction for the tens
of thousands of elephants, one of Africa’s
largest elephant populations, and other
animals that concentrate during the dry
season. Linyanti is an absolutely superb
safari area, with dry gameviewing on
a par with that of nearby Okavango.
The Linyanti River and marshes are
complemented by the contrasting dry
woodlands inland. Lagoons and rivers
abound with papyrus and phragmites
grasses lining the shorelines. There
are many varied habitats within the
Linyanti, including marshes, waterways,
riverine forests, dry woodlands and open
grasslands thus maximizing the diversity
of all kinds of animals.
For those passengers continuing on the
optional extension to Nxai Pan, you
are in for a real treat. The desert-like
environment of Nxai Pan makes for a
stark contrast with the waterworld of
the Okavango Delta. Your adventure
will take full advantage of all the
diversity of landscape and wildlife this
region of Africa has to offer.
Trip Activity Level: This is an easy trip.
There will be occasional walking at camps
with optional ranger-led treks, but overall
no physically taxing activity. Most wildlife
viewing will take place from the comfort of
a vehicle or small boat.
I T I N E R A R Y
Optional Extension:
>Monday, August 29
Linyanti Marshes/Maun/Nxai Pan
>Tuesday, August 30
Nxai Pan
>Wednesday, August 31
Nxai Pan
>Thursday, September 1
Nxai Pan/Maun/Gabarone/
Johannesburg/Washington DC
>Friday, September 2
Washington DC/St. Louis
Escorted by
Alice Seyfried,
Fred Saigh Curator
of the Children’s Zoo
Director, Center for
Conservation in
Forest Park.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19
St. Louis/enroute to South Africa
Depart St. Louis for Washington, DC and transfer to your
overnight flight to Johannesburg, South Africa.
B,L,D aloft
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20
Arrive Johannesburg, South Africa International Airport.
Transfer to your hotel, the 5-star Peermont D’oreale Grande
Hotel at Emperors Palace. Discover untold luxury, regal
comfort and convenience as your hotel is conveniently located
next to OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
The hotel features 196 elegant rooms and suites all lavishly
furnished in superior style. The opulent surroundings are
complimented with state-of-the-art facilities for added ease
and comfort. Dine at the elegant Aurelia’s restaurant, indulge
your senses at Octavia’s Sensorium health and beauty spa or sip
on a cocktail while watching the African sunset kiss the earth
goodnight at Neptune’s Pool Bar. Guests also have access to
the casino, dining and entertainment facilities of the resort.
Peermont D’oreale Grande, Johannesburg
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 21
Johannesburg, South Africa/Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
In the morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria
Falls, Zimbabwe. You will be met on your arrival and transferred
to the luxurious Stanley & Livingstone Hotel. This is a hotel for
the discerning traveler seeking true grace and style. Stay in one
of the exquisitely decorated suites, dine on sumptuous cuisine
par excellence and indulge in any of the many exciting activities
on offer--all the while only a stone’s throw from the magnificent
Victoria Falls.
This evening you will enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.
You will not be disappointed with the spectacular view of the
sunset on the horizon, said to be beyond description. The cruise
is a wonderful way to see the beauty and wildlife of Victoria Falls
down the Zambezi River when it is ablaze with colour as the sun
sets over the palm trees. Return to your hotel for dinner.
Stanley & Livingstone Hotel
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MONDAY, AUGUST 22
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Today’s highlight will be a morning tour of Victoria Falls.
Designated a protected World Heritage Site, it is one of the
few waterfalls in the world where one can witness up close
the spectacular sight of over 550 million litres (145 million
gallons) of water barreling down a 2/5 km (1.5 mile) wide
precipice. The Victoria Falls are situated on the Zambezi
River, which flows between Zimbabwe and Zambia, but
Zimbabwe has always been the most popular access point.
The force of the water sends a spray up into the air that
can be seen from a 30 km (19 mile) distance. Due to its
formation, excellent viewing of the Falls is possible from
many angles, making for great photographic opportunities.
An afternoon game drive will feature the amazing diversity
of wildlife found on the shores of the Zambezi. After a warm
day in the sun and the exhilaration of our game drive, a
traditional Boma dinner, a delicious spread cooked on a big
open fire under the stars, is the perfect end to our day.
Stanley & Livingstone Hotel
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 and WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe/Chobe National Park, Botswana
Transfer by vehicle this morning to the Chobe National Park,
the second largest national park in Botswana covering some
11,700 square kilometers or just over 4,500 square miles.
Chobe has some of the largest concentrations of game found
on the Africa continent, including over 120,000 elephants.
The park is surprisingly diverse, as it has the perennial Chobe
River as its northern border, and it touches the Linyanti
marshes to the west, is home to the well-known Savute
Channel and connects with the Moremi Wildlife Reserve to
the southwest.
You will stay at the Chobe Game Lodge, the only property
in the northern section of Chobe National Park. Located a
mere 100 kilometers (62 miles) west of Victoria Falls, in the
riverine woodlands of the Chobe National Park, the luxurious
Chobe Game Lodge overlooks the perennial Chobe River
and Caprivi floodplains. Chobe’s wildlife is both abundant
and diverse. It is home to possibly the largest concentration
of elephant in Africa, and during the dry season, these herds
along with large herds of buffalo, congregate along the fertile
flood plains of the Chobe River. Guests are also likely to have
excellent sightings of lion, wild dog, puku, red lechwe, sable
and roan antelope.
Guests will enjoy their meals at the terrace restaurant,
overlooking the Chobe River or in the nearby Boma, an
outside reed-walled eating area underneath large mahogany
trees on the banks of the Chobe River. Facilities at the lodge
include a well-stocked curio shop and wildlife reference
library. The stylish Thwene bar overlooks the floodplain for
wildlife viewing. Outdoor terraces include seating and a large
swimming pool. Broadband Internet access is available for
guest use.
Safari activities at Chobe Game Lodge are tailored to suit
individual requirements. Game drives are conducted in
open four-wheel-drive vehicles, normally early mornings
and late afternoons under the leadership of qualified guides.
Excursions on the Chobe River are conducted in small,
shallow draft and highly maneuverable boats, perfect for
morning or sunset cruises. Guests can also enjoy the sunrise
and sunset cruises aboard the Mosi-oa-Tunya river boat,
which often provides spectacular wildlife viewing and is an
excellent setting for enjoying the African sunset. Stargazing,
garden and river walks as well as walking safaris in the
nearby Kasane forests are available for interested guests. A
gym, beauty and spa treatments and business center are also
available for guest use.
Chobe Game Lodge
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 and FRIDAY, AUGUST 26
Chobe/Northern Okavango Delta
This morning depart Chobe from the airport at Kasane via
light aircraft to Kwara Camp, operated by Kwando Safaris.
Kwara Camp is set overlooking a secluded lagoon in the
northern Okavango Delta. This region offers a contrasting
experience, as its location allows access to the permanent
waterways of the Delta as well as expansive dry land areas,
admired for their quality game viewing. Kwara Camp
accommodates a maximum of 16 guests in eight traditionally
styled tents on raised decks, each offering superb views of the
lagoon. Towering African ebony and mangosteen trees ensure
that the camp is always cool while the hundreds of birds add
to the feeling of serenity in one of the Okavango’s best
kept secrets.
Kwara Camp offers, within the exclusive concession in which
it is located, a wide variety of activities. In addition to game
drives, both day and night, the camp offers game walks and
mokoro trips, as well as power boating and fishing (spinning
equipment is provided but fly fisherman need to bring their
own equipment). You will have two full days to make your
choices and enjoy the best that Kwara Camp has to offer.
The daily safari routine usually involves an early morning
wake up call, and a gathering around the fireside for piping
hot tea and coffee, a bowl of sumptuous porridge and freshly
baked muffins. As well as the clean early morning air and
dazzling sun rise, an early departure greatly increases the
chances of unusual sightings, as the majority of mammals are
active at the beginning and end of the day when temperatures
are lower.
Game drives are undertaken in custom designed Toyota
game viewing vehicles seating no more than six guests at a
time in two rows of three. The use of only two rows ensures
that guests are never so far from the front of the vehicle that
they are unable to hear the guide or tracker’s interpretation,
even while driving. Guests are guided by a two person team
of professional guide and tracker - a special feature of the
Kwando Safaris wildlife experience. The two person team
enables the guide to communicate points of interest and the
complex interrelations that exist throughout the natural world,
while the tracker ensures no sightings or tracks are missed.
with a game drive or mokoro and the length of walk can be
adjusted to suit your personal desires or level of fitness.
The boat experience is a soothing tonic, a contrast to the
vigorous efforts of searching for mammals from a vehicle or
on foot. Sit back and while away the hours, stopping to gaze
at a multitude of spectacular birds and bathing elephants
and enjoy the vistas of the river systems. However, don’t be
surprised should the peace be shattered by the snort of a
territorial hippo warning the boat of his presence! Doubledecker boats are used to provide a better vantage point and
offer a wonderful position to enjoy the waterways and their
varied inhabitants.
The mokoro or traditional dugout canoe is surely the
definitive Okavango Delta experience. The complete stillness
of an early morning, disturbed only by the sound of the water
dripping from the ‘ngashe’ (wooden pole used to move the
canoe), and the eerie call of the fish eagle echoing across the
water, is a sublime experience. The mokoro was designed to
move across areas with low water levels by the indigenous
peoples who inhabited the Delta and who explored the
waterways and floodplains in search of food. Today, these
same mokoro provide an opportunity to glide through this
varied and unique habitat using the traditional skills handed
down through the generations.
The Okavango is recognised as an excellent fishing destination
for both fly fishing and traditional spin fishing. However,
not many people are aware of the amazing fishing that can
also be experienced on the Kwando River. Species that are
targeted by sports fisherman are several tilapia (bream) species
(including the olive bream or nembwe, red breasted tilapia,
purple faced largemouth and three spot tilapia), sharp tooth
catfish, African pike and the mighty tiger fish.
Kwara Camp
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The evening/night drives are a Kwando Safaris specialty. The
drive starts in the late afternoon as the sun’s rays are dipping
to the west and the day’s heat is declining. After a leisurely
pause for the traditional sundowner, and as the African day
is transformed into a soft colorful evening canvas, the night
drive begins. The mystery unfolds as the creatures of the
night, especially the predators, are revealed by spotlight,
often unexpectedly.
Walking in Africa’s wild areas is the only way to truly
appreciate the natural environment. While game viewing
from a vehicle allows one to see more animals as you traverse
much greater distances and get much closer to animals safely,
there is nothing as awe inspiring and humbling as observing
wild animals on foot. Many smaller species of plants and
insects, tracks and signs are all easily missed when in a
vehicle. The slow pace of the walk and interpretative
skills of your guide will open your eyes to a new and
fascinating world.
Game walks are not hikes; they are slow comfortable strolls
meant to provide you with a chance to experience the
wilderness at a natural pace. Any walk can be combined
SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 and SUNDAY, AUGUST 28
Northern Okavango Delta/Linyanti Marshes
Depart by charter flight from Kwara Camp to arrive at
Kwando’s Lebala Camp. Lebala means ‘wide open spaces’ in
Setswana and the scenery is dominated by vast plains with
scattered palms and tree islands backed by wooded savannahs.
This wild expanse contrasts with the casual understated
elegance and luxury of the camp itself. Lebala Camp is
situated in the south of the Kwando concession, adjacent
to the head waters of the Linyanti marshes that form the
boundary between Botswana and Namibia. The perennial
and southerly flowing Kwando River disappears into the
vast marshland before emerging as the Linyanti River. The
triangle formed by this vast wetland is home to the Mamili
National Park in Namibia.
The camp itself is comprised of eight custom designed tents,
with unique mosquito net walls, allowing an unobstructed
flow of cooling breezes and stunning views. Each spacious
tent is built on a raised teak viewing deck, laid out with
maximum comfort and privacy in mind. The tents have
an entrance foyer with a reading and writing area, en-suite
bathrooms with bathtubs, washbasins, flush toilets and
luxurious double outside showers with hot and cold running
water. Each secluded tent is set back among the trees and has
its own sundeck. The endless vistas from the large windows
and deck across the vast plains, make Lebala Camp one of
the finest wilderness camps in Africa.
The wetlands and flood plains around Lebala Camp offer
a wonderful variety of wildlife with excellent sightings of
elephant, hippo, lechwe, zebra, impala, wildebeest, kudu,
tsessebe, roan, sable, buffalo and the ever present predators:
wild dog, lion, cheetah and hyena.
After dark, spotlights are switched on and the game drives
expose our guests to nocturnal sightings of rare and elusive
species such as leopard, Selous mongoose, spotted genet and
aardwolf. Nocturnal bird species that are encountered include
Natal nightjar, pennant winged nightjar and a large variety
of owls.
Mouth-watering fare is prepared by our chefs and served
in the open-sided dining room. After dinner there is a
wonderful campfire around which to sip a coffee or enjoy a
nightcap. As you drift off to sleep, you will often hear hippo
grazing out of water near your tent. In the warmer months,
feel free to take a refreshing swim in the Lebala Camp pool.
Lebala has a staff complement of 22 to cater to our guests.
The camp balances understated elegance with untamed
Africa to perfection.
Lebala Camp
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MONDAY, AUGUST 29 and TUESDAY, AUGUST 30
Linyanti Marshes/Maun/Gabarone/Johannesburg/
Washington, DC/ St. Louis
Say good-bye to the wilds of Botswana as you begin your
journey home from Africa. Your morning charter flight
from Lebala Camp takes you to Maun, Botswana. Transfer
to your flight to Johannesburg, South Africa with a stop in
Gaborone. Fly Johannesburg to Washington, DC and then
on to St. Louis.
B,L,D aloft
Optional Extension:
MONDAY, AUGUST 29
Linyanti Marshes/Maun/Nxai Pan
Fly to Maun and transfer to your flight to Nxai Pan. The
Nxai Pans were once part of a great lake that covered central
Botswana-which included the Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi
and Lake Ngami. The pan is a fossil lakebed about 40 square
kilometers (about 25 square miles) in size. The landscape is
covered by grassland and dotted with clusters of umbrella
acacia trees and mopane woodlands in the north. During the
rains from November to April the pans become covered in
grass which is the landscape very similar to the Kalahari.
Nxai Pan Camp is located on the western edge of the fossil
pan from which the camp takes its name. The camp faces
east over the open grasslands of the pans and accommodates
a maximum of eighteen guests in thatched units specially
designed to provide a constant and comfortable temperature
throughout the year, when seasonal temperatures can fluctuate
from below freezing to well over 45 degrees Celsius (over
113°F). Excellent game viewing is possible from the comfort
of your rooms as the water hole in front of the camp draws a
multitude of mammal species. You will spend the next three
days at Nxai Pan Camp.
Nxai Pan Camp
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30 and WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31
Nxai Pan
By July virtually all of the migratory species should have left
Nxai Pan, travelling north and west towards more reliable
sources of water. Game viewing at this time of year therefore
concentrates on the relatively sparse resident game and the
struggle for survival in the arid desert surroundings, which
should provide sufficient interest for more experienced
safari visitors.
Activities offered at Nxai Pan are game drives, day trips to the
famous Baines’ Baobabs and Khama Khama Pan, star gazing,
as well as nature walks with Bushman trackers.
Nxai Pan Camp
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 and FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2
Nxai Pan/Maun/Gabarone/Johannesburg/Washington
DC/St. Louis
Depart this morning from Botswana as you fly from Nxai
Pan to Maun by light aircraft. Depart Maun to Gabarone
and then to Johannesburg. Settle into your flight from
Johannesburg to Washington, DC and then on to St. Louis.
B,L,D aloft
Note: We do not expect any major changes from this
schedule. However, in the spirit of adventure, we allow our
itinerary to remain flexible so that we may take advantage of
spontaneous events.
Inclusions:
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Saint Louis Zoo Escort
J Deluxe (5*) and First class (4*) Hotel and Camp
Accommodations for 9 nights as per itinerary based on
twin share.
Domestic Air included – Kasane to Kwara to Lebala to Maun, Botswana by light aircraft.
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All transfers and transportation by private, luxury air
conditioned coach with driver/guide and game drives
are undertaken in custom designed game viewing
vehicle seating no more than six guests in two rows
of three.
J While at the Kwando camps, all beverages (including
water, soda, beer, wine and alcoholic beverages), boat
cruises, morning and evening game drives, walks,
fishing, laundry are included.
J While at the Chobe Camp, your stay is inclusive
of accommodation, all meals, local brand beverages,
complimentary mini bar in room, unlimited activities,
park entrance fees and laundry service.
Bed and Breakfast basis at the Johannesburg and
Victoria Falls hotels.
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J Includes all meals as indicated on the itinerary at
Chobe Game Lodge and the Kwando Camps
J Children ages 6 – 12 are accepted but they must be in a
private vehicle with adults.
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Travel pillows and neck pillows
J Trip Insurance including Trip Cancellation for accident
or medical and including Trip Interruption.
Exclusions:
J International Air flights-St. Louis to Johannesburg ,
South Africa to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and
then return via Maun, Botswana and Johannesburg
to St. Louis.
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All departure taxes
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Personal items
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Meals unless listed in itinerary
J Tips
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and Gratuities (estimate at $300 per person)
Visa and Passport handling fees
BOTSWANA FLY IN SAFARI:
OKAVANGO DELTA
August 19– 30, 2011
Our Zoo Travel adventures fill quickly. To be assured of space prior to sending in your reservation form, please call:
(314) 968-9600. This form with deposit should be sent to:
Altair Travel and Cruises
2025 South Brentwood Blvd.
St. Louis, Missouri 63144
(314) 968-9600
PERSONAL INFORMATION – Please fill out one reservation form for each traveler.
Full Name (as it appears on your passport) Mr./Mrs./Ms.________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________
City_______________________________________________ State_______________________ Zip_____________________
Evening Telephone (___) _____________________________ Day Telephone (___) __________________________________
E-mail____________________________________________ Date of Birth ________________________________________
PASSPORT- A valid passport with an expiration date of a minimum of 6 months after return travel date,
March 2, 2012, is required.
Please include a photocopy of your passport photo page with your registration form.
Passport Number ____________________________________ Exp _______________________________________________
Date of Expiration (Day/Month/Year)___________________ Birthplace___________________________________________
VISA-The governments of Zimbabwe and Botswana currently require a visa for US residents. Altair Travel and Cruises
can assist in the issuance of the required Visas, or each passenger can handle this on their own, in which case a copy of the
appropriate visa will be required before airline tickets can be booked.
ACCOMMODATIONS
l Double occupancy
l Please match with roommate(s) ________________________________
(if not available I understand I will pay the single supplement)
l Single occupancy (limited availability)
l I am a smoker l Non-smoker EMERGENCY CONTACT:
Name: _____________________________________________Relationship: ________________________________________
Phone: (___) _______________________________________ Cell Phone: (___) ____________________________________
OTHER INFORMATION
Dietary preference: lRegular
lVegetarian
lOther ________________________________________________________
Physical Concerns/Limitations _____________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Additional travelers in your group: __________________________________________________________________________
PAYMENT, REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY
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A deposit of $1000 per person is required to reserve your space. This is payable by check to Altair Travel and Cruises and
sent to Altair Travel and Cruises along with your completed registration form.
Final Payment is due 80 days prior to departure, which will be July 1, 2011.
Please make checks for payments payable to Altair Travel and Cruises and send to:
Altair Travel and Cruises
2025 South Brentwood Blvd.
St. Louis, Missouri 63144
314-968-9600
All cancellations must be received in writing. Airfare may be non-refundable. Please contact Altair Travel with questions
regarding cancellation at (314) 968-9600.
Currency and Pricing Fluctuations: The tour operator reserves the right to adjust costs accordingly should there be considerable currency fluctuations from the time this tour was priced. (November, 2010)
For cancellations or reductions more than 80 days prior to departure the client will pay a cancellation fee of $250 per
person for land penalties, and if airline tickets issued, the airline rules covering air penalties will apply.
For cancellations less than 80 days prior to departure but more than 60 days prior to departure, the client will pay
penalties of 75% of land costs per person, and air tickets follow the rules of the ticketing airline.
For cancellations less than 60 days before departure the client will pay 100% of land costs as non-refundable and follow
the rules of the ticketing airline.
Trip Price Includes:
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Saint Louis Zoo Escort
Deluxe (5*) and First class (4*) Hotel and Camp Accommodations for 9 nights as per itinerary based on twin share.
Domestic Air included – Kasane to Kwara to Lebala to Maun, Botswana by light aircraft.
All transfers and transportation by private, luxury air conditioned coach with driver/guide and game drives are undertaken
in custom designed game viewing vehicle seating no more than six guests in two rows of three.
While at the Kwando camps, all beverages (including water, soda, beer, wine and alcoholic beverages), boat cruises,
morning and evening game drives, walks, fishing, laundry are included.
While at the Chobe Camp, your stay is inclusive of accommodation, all meals, local brand beverages, complimentary mini
bar in room, unlimited activities, park entrance fees and laundry service.
Bed and Breakfast basis at the Johannesburg and Victoria Falls hotels.
Includes all meals as indicated on the itinerary at Chobe Game Lodge and the Kwando Camps
Children ages 6 – 12 are accepted but they must be in a private vehicle with adults.
Travel pillows and neck pillows
Trip Insurance including Trip Cancellation for accident or medical and including Trip Interruption.
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International Air flights-St. Louis to Johannesburg , South Africa to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and then return via Maun, Botswana and Johannesburg to St. Louis.
All departure taxes
Personal items
Meals unless listed in itinerary
Tips and Gratuities (estimate at $300 per person)
Visa and Passport handling fees
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Goway Travel LTD, The Saint Louis Zoo and Altair Travel and Cruises, and our cooperating agents make every effort to select reliable suppliers and contractors to
provide aid and other transportation services, hotels, guides and other travel related corrections equated with such services. Each traveler agrees not to hold Goway
Travel, LTD, The Saint Louis Zoo and Altair Travel and Cruises, its owners, employees, agents, sponsoring organization and/or damage which results directly or
indirectly from any act of omission of any person or firm which is to or does provide goods or services in connection with the trip or with any available option
Goway Travel LTD, the Saint Louis Zoo, and Altair Travel and Cruises, its cooperating agents and sponsoring organization shall not be liable for circumstances arising
as a result of Acts of God, weather, detention, annoyance, delays and expenses arising from quarantine, strikes, theft, pilferage, acts of nature, military, political or
terrorist action, civil disturbances, government restrictions or regulations, failure of any means of conveyance to arrive or depart as scheduled, discrepancies or changes in
transit over which they have no control.
On advancement of a deposit, the traveler agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth above.
I understand that by signing below I am acting for myself and for everyone in my party in acknowledging that I have read and accepted the Terms and Conditions,
Payment, Refund and Cancellation Policy , and the Currency and Pricing fluctuations sections, of this reservation form. I also assume all risks involved with regard to
this trip and agree that Goway Travel LTD, The Saint Louis Zoo and Altair Travel and Cruises and its affiliates will in no way be responsible for any injury or damage
to me or other members of my party.
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(Parent or Legal Guardian must sign for person under age 21)
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