AFRICAKENYA 182 " The hotels were very good and the transport was fantastic. We have had a fantastic holiday and would definitely recommend you to friends." Jane Lawrance africa Imaginative Facts Tour code: KTCN • Activities: Game drives • Accommodation: 1 night tourist class hotel, 7 nights lodges • Transport: Custom safari vehicle • Fully Escorted: By driver / guide • Imaginative Traveller Suggests: Add our ' Gorilla Tracks' extension or relax on our ' Indian Ocean Extension' DAY 1: NAIROBI- Arrival day. DAY 2: MT KENYA- We depart from Nairobi early, heading north to Mt Kenya, Africa's second highest mountain. On arrival we have time for an optional walk around the base of the mountain, known for its prolific birdlife and black and white colobus monkeys. ( BLD) DAYS 3 & 4: SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE- Continue north to Samburu National Reserve. Samburu is situated in the semi- desert northern frontier area of Kenya and contains many species not found anywhere else in the country. We enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, in search of lion, leopard, giraffe and some of the more unusual species that are found here. ( BLD) DAY 5: LAKE NAIVASHA- Drive to Lake Naivasha. This afternoon we take a boat ride on the lake. ( BLD) DAYS 6- 8: MAASAI MARA- A long drive brings us to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The Maasai Mara has one of the highest densities of wildlife to be found anywhere in Africa and its rolling plains are considered to be the world's best game viewing location. During our time here we enjoy a variety of game drives in search of its celebrated residents. We hope to spot lion, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, elephant, giraffe, hippo, hyena and much more. ( BLD) DAY 9: NAIROBI- We leave the Maasai Mara behind and head back to Nairobi. The tour ends on arrival. ( B) Experience an amazing diversity of landscapes, habitats and wildlife • Witness a spectacular variety of scenery, game and unique flora and fauna • Walk in the foothills of Mt Kenya, Africa's second highest mountain • Enjoy game drives amidst the arid landscape of Samburu National Reserve • Take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha, one of the great Rift Valley Lakes • Two full days in the unparalleled Maasai Mara National Reserve Classic Kenya Safari Kenya Tanzania Classic Kenya Safari Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route Kilimanjaro Trek - Rongai Route Nairobi Samburu Reserve Maasai Mara Reserve Lake Naivasha Mount Kenya Moshi Kilimanjaro Situated just south of the equator, Mount Kilimanjaro, at 5,895m ( 19,340 feet), is Africa's highest mountain, one of the famous ' Seven Continental Summits' and the highest " free standing" mountain in the world. Huge glaciers, spectacular views and beautiful ice formations are the reward for the successful trekker, as well as the satisfaction of conquering this mighty peak. No mountain climbing skills are required to reach the summit but it is essential that you are in good physical condition. Our 6- day trek routes allow plenty of time for acclimatisation - the Marangu Route includes an additional rest day part-way and the Rongai Route is one of the most beautiful and least used on the mountain. The ascent is not for the faint- hearted - it will test you to your limits, mentally as well as physically - but the prize of standing on top of the Roof of Africa will be worth it! Kilimanjaro Treks • Supplement Jul - Oct £ 315 • Seasonal Supplement Dec £ 240 Single Supplement £ 305 ( compulsory) Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 15.79 * Price includes tour price of £ 820and local payment of US$ 330All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 995pp Land Only * traveller Tour duration 9 days © Imaginative Traveller Starts SatEnds Sun NairobiNairobi 2009 24- Jan- 0901- Feb- 09 21- Mar- 0929- Mar- 09 04- Jul- 0912- Jul- 09 • 25- Jul- 0902- Aug- 09 • 26- Sep- 0904- Oct- 09 • 21- Nov- 0929- Nov- 09 19- Dec- 0927- Dec- 09 • Starts SatEnds Sun NairobiNairobi 2010 23- Jan- 1031- Jan- 10 20- Mar- 1028- Mar- 10 03- Jul- 1011- Jul- 10 • 24- Jul- 1001- Aug- 10 • 25- Sep- 1003- Oct- 10 • 20- Nov- 1028- Nov- 10 18- Dec- 1026- Dec- 10 • • Seasonal supplement applies Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243

TANZANIA 183 AFRICA Imaginative Facts Tour code: KTMG • Activities: 6 day trek on Mt Kilimanjaro. Trek grade - Strenuous • Accommodation: 2 nights tourist class hotels, 5 nights mountain huts • Transport: Transfer vehicle to / from the mountain, on foot • Escorted: Services of mountain guide, cook and porters • Imaginative Traveller Suggests: Add our ' Zanzibar Extension' tour DAY 1: MOSHI- Arrival day. Moshi is situated at the foot of the mighty Mt Kilimanjaro, its snow- capped summit looming high above us in the sky. Don't be too intimidated! This evening there will be a briefing on our trek and the route we are following. The Marangu Route is roughly 80km long, and is one of the most popular. Accommodation is in communal huts and our guides and porters take good care of us including cooking all our meals. DAY 2: MANDARA ( 2,725m)- After breakfast transfer to Marangu Gate. Commence trekking through beautiful rainforest to Mandara Hut. ( BLD) DAY 3: HOROMBO HUT ( 3,700m)- Continue our climb to Horombo Hut. Leaving the rainforest, the vegetation will change to stunted clumps of heather, ' everlasting' flowers and short tussock grasses. ( BLD) DAY 4: HOROMBO ( 4,330m)- An important day for acclimatisation with a walk to Point Mawenzi ( 4,600m). This additional day certainly assists in your chances of summit success as your body gradually adapts to the high altitude. Return to Horombo Hut for the night. ( BLD) DAY 5: KIBO HUT ( 4,730m)- Set off early and continue up to the dry, rugged and bizarrely flattish saddle area between the peaks of Mawenzi and Kibo. Overnight at Kibo Hut. ( BLD) DAY 6: UHURU PEAK ( 5,895m)- Summit day! We will be woken at midnight to begin the final ascent. The first section is hard work, climbing slowly in the dark on scree up to Gillman's Point ( 5,690m). From there we continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. The views ( hopefully at sunrise if your pace is good) will be worth the effort! After time at the top we descend to Horombo Hut to spend the night. ( BLD) DAY 7: MOSHI- Descend to the park gate and transfer back to our hotel in Moshi for the night. ( BLD) DAY 8: MOSHI- Tour ends. ( B) Ascend to the Roof of Africa! • Trek to the highest point in Africa! • Witness daily changes in vegetation during a gradual ascent • Peak success is aided by an all important acclimatisation day at Horombo • Summit at sunrise to witness unforgettable viewsof the African plains • Enjoy the full support and knowledge of qualified trek staff, porters and guide Kilimanjaro Trek Marangu Route Imaginative Facts Tour code: KTRG • Activities: 6 day trek on Mt Kilimanjaro. Trek grade - Strenuous • Accommodation: 2 nights tourist class hotels, 5 nights camping • Transport: Safari vehicle, on foot • Escorted: Services of mountain guide, cook and porters • Imaginative Traveller Suggests: Add our ' Zanzibar Extension' tour DAY 1: MOSHI- Arrival day. Moshi is situated at the foot of the mighty Mt Kilimanjaro, its snow- capped summit looming high above us in the sky. Don't be too intimidated! This evening there will be a briefing on our trek and the route we are following. The Rongai Route approaches the mountain from the north and is widely regarded as the most beautiful as well as being one of the least travelled routes up the mountain. Thus you can enjoy the ascent and the varied scenery including farmland, lush forests rich in wildlife, breathtaking views of the vast plains below, the lunar desert at the ' saddle' and the captivating rock towers of Mawenzi Peak without numerous other trekkers intruding. Accommodation is in tents and our guides and porters take good care of us including cooking all our meals. DAY 2: FIRST CAVE ( 1,800m)- We begin our trek up Mt Kilimanjaro, passing through cultivated land that is used by local farmers, until we reach our overnight stop at First Cave. ( BLD) DAY 3: KIKEWALA CAVE CAMP ( 3,800m)- We walk today for approximately seven hours, gaining in altitude and passing through the forest zone until we reach the moorland zone. We enjoy views of Kibo Peak en route to our overnight camp at Kikewala Cave. ( BLD) DAY 4: MAWENZI TARN HUT ( 4,330m)- Today we climb up grassy slopes, eventually coming out of the zone of vegetation and onto rock until we finally reach Mawenzi Tarn Hut, where our camp is spectacularly located by the Mawenzi cliffs. ( BLD) DAY 5: KIBO HUT ( 4,730m)- Continuing our climb we cross through lunar landscapes en route to our camp at the base of Kibo Peak. ( BLD) DAY 6: UHURU PEAK ( 5,895m)- We will be woken at midnight to begin the final ascent. The first section is hard work, climbing slowly in the dark on scree up to Gillman's Point ( 5,690m). From there we continue along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak, the highest point in Africa. The views ( hopefully at sunrise if your pace is good) will be worth the effort! After time at the top we descend on the Marangu Route to our last camp next to Horombo Hut. ( BLD) DAY 7: MOSHI- Descend to the park gate and transfer back to our hotel in Moshi for the night. ( BLD) DAY 8: MOSHI- Tour ends. ( B) Follow one of the least travelled routes to the Roof of Africa • Trek to the highest point in Africa! • Ascend gradually through wildlife- rich forests and lunar moors • Marvel at the spectacular glaciers, ice cliffsand panoramic landscapes • Summit at sunrise to witness unforgettable viewsof the African plains • Enjoy the full support and knowledge of qualified trek staff, porters and guide Kilimanjaro Trek Rongai Route Single Supplement £ 30 ( optional) Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 16.29 * Price includes tour price of £ 620and local payment of US$ 685All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 980pp Land Only * Single Supplement £ 55 ( optional) Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 16.29 * Price includes tour price of £ 799and local payment of US$ 685All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 1160pp Land Only * travellertraveller Tour duration 8 daysTour duration 8 days Starts SatEnds Sat MoshiMoshi 2009 17- Jan- 0924- Jan- 09 * 14- Feb- 0921- Feb- 09 14- Mar- 0921- Mar- 09 * 06- Jun- 0913- Jun- 09 27- Jun- 0904- Jul- 09* 18- Jul- 0925- Jul- 09 08- Aug- 0915- Aug- 09 * 29- Aug- 0905- Sep- 09 19- Sep- 0926- Sep- 09 * 17- Oct- 0924- Oct- 09 14- Nov- 0921- Nov- 09 * 12- Dec- 0919- Dec- 09 Starts SatEnds Sat MoshiMoshi 2010 09- Jan- 1016- Jan- 10 * 06- Feb- 1013- Feb- 10 06- Mar- 1013- Mar- 10 * 05- Jun- 1012- Jun- 10 26- Jun- 1003- Jul- 10 * 17- Jul- 1024- Jul- 10 07- Aug- 1014- Aug- 10 * 28- Aug- 1004- Sep- 10 18- Sep- 1025- Sep- 10 * 16- Oct- 1023- Oct- 10 13- Nov- 1020- Nov- 10 * 11- Dec- 1018- Dec- 10 * Rongai Route Trek grade - StrenuousTrek grade - Strenuous Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243 Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243