AFRICAKENYA 188 " I was looking for a tour that would get me from A to B, but still allow me a lot of independence. It was perfect - and even better than I expected. Thanks again!" Emma Adcock africa Imaginative Facts Tour code: VKEB • Activities: Day and night game drives, bush walk, volunteering, optional coastal activities • Accommodation: 9 nights camping, 2 nights hotel, 2 nights beach chalet • Transport: Safari vehicle, minivan or bus • Fully Escorted: By tour leader, guides DAY 1: MOMBASA- Arrive Mombasa and transfer to the pretty beach of Bamburi. Tonight we stay in a hotel near the beach surrounded by coconut palms and tropical flower trees. DAY 2: MOMBASA - MUKURUMUJI-Transfer to Mukurumuji camp situated within the Sable Valley. Enjoy a guided bush walk, learning how to identify wildlife tracks and the local fauna. If we are lucky we may see elephant and buffalo roaming in the hills. ( BLD) DAY 3: MUKURUMUJI- A free day to relax in this tranquil camp and enjoy the magnificent views of the rainforest. We explore the local village and there is the opportunity to take part in a river walk. ( BLD) DAY 4: MUKURUMUJI - MWALUGANJE ELEPHANT SANCTUARY- Transfer to Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary which boasts the highest density per km2of elephants in Africa. No other place can offer as much chance to see elephants this close in the wild. We spend the next five nights camping in the sanctuary. ( BLD) DAYS 5- 8: VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME-Four rewarding days volunteering in the sanctuary. We learn about elephant behaviour and the threats facing these amazing animals as we participate in our daily tasks, as well as enjoying game drives in the sanctuary. ( BLD) DAYS 9 & 10: DIANI BEACH COASTAL CAMP- Enjoy the white sands and warm waters of Diani Beach alongside the resident colobus monkeys and baboons. There are plenty of options to choose from - you can visit the local Maasai village, take part in a mangrove tour or perhaps join a sea safari and search for the dolphins and whale sharks that frequent this part of the Indian Ocean. There are many watersport activities on offer, and miles of gorgeous beach for those who prefer to relax in the sun. ( B) DAYS 11 & 12: TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK- We enjoy game drives in Tsavo East National Park, one of the largest parks in Kenya and home to enormous herds of animals. Game includes elephant, lion, leopard, crocodile, waterbuck, kudu, gerenuk and zebra. In the evenings we take night game drives hoping to spot some of the creatures that are hard to see in the day. ( BLD) DAY 13: TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK - MOMBASA- Early morning game drive before transferring to Mombasa. ( B) DAY 14: MOMBASA- Tour ends after breakfast. ( B) Your Involvement The Programme Days 5- 8 Imaginative Volunteers work within the sanctuary alongside wildlife experts, the Kenya Wildlife Service and the local community on several aspects of the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary conservation programme. Duties may include elephant identification research, herd behaviour and welfare, making elephant dung paper, and many other tasks involving the restoration and maintenance of the sanctuary. Volunteers may even get the opportunity to participate in the translocation of elephants to Tsavo National Park. With the highest density of elephant per km2you are virtually guaranteed close encounters with these magnificent giants. Your donation matters A guaranteed 100% of your donation goes direct to the charities, allowing their magnificent work to continue. Covering programme materials, services and other essentials, every penny counts! A unique experience to encounter wild African elephants This experience of eastern Kenya is one of the most inviting combinations for any traveller to the region. The warm, shimmering sea, lush rainforest, a huge array of wildlife, and the most welcoming, friendly people make this a ' must do' tour. All these attractions are combined with a rare opportunity to work in a sanctuary for wild African elephants. Kenya Elephants & Beaches Kenya Tanzania Elephants & Beaches Mombasa Diani Beach Mukurumuji Volunteer Programme Tsavo East National Park South Africa Botswana Zimbabwe Namibia Dunes, Delta and Falls Victoria Falls to Cape Town Okavango Delta Maun Swakopmund Gobabis Etosha N. P. Namib Naukluft N. P. Fish River Canyon Cape Town Citrusdal Gariep River Chobe N. P. Victoria Falls WaterbergNata Plateau N. P. Single Supplement £ 435 ( optional) Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 16.78 * Price includes tour price of £ 949, local payment of US$ 450 and donation of £ 150All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 1335pp Land Only * volunteer Tour duration 14 days © Imaginative Traveller © Imaginative Traveller Starts SunEnds Sat MombasaMombasa 2009 08- Feb- 0921- Feb- 09 05- Apr- 0918- Apr- 09 14- Jun- 0927- Jun- 09 28- Jun- 0911- Jul- 09 23- Aug- 0905- Sep- 09 13- Sep- 0926- Sep- 09 11- Oct- 0924- Oct- 09 29- Nov- 0912- Dec- 09 Starts SunEnds Sat MombasaMombasa 2010 10- Jan- 1023- Jan- 10 28- Mar- 1010- Apr- 10 13- Jun- 1026- Jun- 10 11- Jul- 1024- Jul- 10 22- Aug- 1004- Sep- 10 12- Sep- 1025- Sep- 10 10- Oct- 1023- Oct- 10 05- Dec- 1018- Dec- 10 We can also offer Extra Accommodation, Adventure Travel Insurance& Flights Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243

SOUTHAFRICA  NAMIBIA  BOTSWANA  ZIMBABWE 189 AFRICA Imaginative Facts Tour code: KADD • Activities: Game drives, game walk, dune climb, mokoro trip, guided river cruise in Chobe N. P. • Accommodation: 3 nights simple lodges, 16 nights camping • Transport: Fully equipped safari vehicle, mokoro • Fully Escorted: By two crew ( tour leader/ driver) • Imaginative Traveller Suggests: Add our ' Cape Town Extension' tour DAY 1: CAPE TOWN- Arrive in Cape Town. DAY 2: CITRUSDAL- Drive to Citrusdal, where we can take short hikes or swim. ( BL) DAY 3: GARIEP RIVER ( formerly Orange River)- Crossing the border into Namibia we head for our campsite located on the banks of the Gariep River. We have the option of taking a canoe safari. ( BLD) DAY 4: FISH RIVER CANYON- We head for the awesome Fish River Canyon. There will be ample time to take in a beautiful sunset over the canyon or to relax by the pool. ( BL) DAYS 5 & 6: NAMIB NAUKLUFT NATIONAL PARK- The Namib Naukluft National Park and the giant sand dunes of Sossusvlei offer over 130 million years of natural wonder. Climb the photographic red dunes and have plenty of opportunity to explore the nearby Sesriem Canyon. ( BLD) DAYS 7 & 8: SWAKOPMUND-Swakopmund is a delightful Bavarian- style town situated snugly between sea and desert. There are plenty of activities to keep you occupied here, from deep sea fishing to sky- diving, or perhaps exploring the desert on quad bikes. ( Day7 - BL, Day8 - B) DAYS 9 & 10: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK-Journey through a granite moonscape to Etosha National Park. Dominated by shimmering white saltpans, the park offers the chance to see elephant as well as black rhino, lion, leopard, cheetahs, oryx and various species of antelopes. ( Day 9 - BLD, Day 10 - BL) DAY 11: WATERBERG PLATEAU NATIONAL PARK- The Waterberg Plateau National Park is historically significant because it was the site of the war between the Germans and the Hereros. The area has now become a haven for many endangered species and is renowned for its incredible rock formations and walks. ( BLD) DAY 12: GOBABIS- Travel towards the border with Botswana. We stay on a private game farm dedicated to the protection of big cats. We will have the opportunity to watch the daily feeding of some of these rescued animals. ( BL) DAY 13: MAUN- Cross into Botswana and head for Maun, the gateway to the fantastic Okavango Delta. ( BL) DAYS 14 & 15: OKAVANGO DELTA - MOKORO SAFARI- Transfer into the delta where we meet our mokoro and polers. The delta is an incredible maze of inland waterways and lagoons and is a haven for wildlife and birds. We have the opportunity to go on game walks with our guides to experience the splendour of the delta. ( BLD) DAY 16: NATA- Return to Maun and continue east towards Nata. The birdlife in this area is particularly spectacular. ( BLD) DAY 17: CHOBE NATIONAL PARK- Depart Maun for Kasane. Our camp tonight is on the banks of the Chobe River and we arrive in time for a game- viewing cruise. ( BL) DAYS 18 & 19: VICTORIA FALLS- A short drive from Chobe takes us to the spectacular Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. You are free to explore at your leisure. Our camp is close to all the bars, restaurants and hot spots for that last big splurge. ( B) DAY 20: VICTORIA FALLS- Tour ends. ( B) Note: Onward flights from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg are easy to book - please enquire for further details. Travel north through the game parks of Namibia and Botswana • Visit the spectacular scenery of the Fish River Canyon and Waterberg Plateau • Climb the stunning Sossusvlei dunesin Namib Naukluft National Park • Take wildlife safaris in Etosha and Chobe National Parks • Explore the Okavango Deltaby traditional mokoro canoe and by foot • Enjoy the man- made and natural attractions at Victoria Falls and Swakopmund Dunes, Delta and Falls South Africa Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe Imaginative Facts Tour code: KAVF • Activities: Game drives, game walks, dune climb, mokoro trip, boat trip on Chobe River • Accommodation: 5 nights simple lodges, 14 nights camping • Transport: Fully equipped safari vehicle, mokoro • Fully Escorted: By two crew ( tour leader/ driver) • Imaginative Traveller Suggests: Add our ' Cape Town Extension' tour DAY 1: VICTORIA FALLS- Arrival day. DAY 2: VICTORIA FALLS- Victoria Falls is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Take a ' sundowner' cruise or enjoy numerous other adventure activities. ( B) DAY 3: CHOBE NATIONAL PARK- Head for Botswana. A short drive to Kasane to our camp situated right on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe National Park is home to the largest herds of elephant in Africa. In the afternoon we will take a guided river cruise with game viewing. ( BL) DAY 4: MAUN- A long day as we travel through Botswana and on to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. ( BLD) DAYS 5 & 6: OKAVANGO DELTA - MOKORO SAFARI- The Okavango Delta is an incredible maze of inland waterways and lagoons. We'll be on safari ' mokoro' style, poled gently along in canoes, through this haven of wildlife and birds. We also take guided game walks to experience the full splendour of the region. Overnight in wild camps. ( BLD) DAY 7: MAUN- After breakfast we are transferred back to our camp in Maun. ( BL) DAY 8: GOBABIS- Cross into Namibia. We stay near Gobabis on a private game farm, dedicated to the protection of big cats. We should have excellent opportunities for seeing lion, leopard and cheetah up close. ( BL) DAY 9: WATERBERG PLATEAU NATIONAL PARK- Travel to the Waterberg Plateau National Park. Historically significant because it was the site of the war between the Germans and the Hereros, the area has now become a haven for many endangered species and is renowned for its incredible rock formations. Explore the reserve and take a short hike up the plateau. ( BLD) DAYS 10 & 11: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK-Etosha National Park is Namibia's premier game park. Dominated by shimmering white saltpans we have the chance to see desert elephant as well as black rhino, lion, leopard, cheetahs, oryx and various species of antelopes. We enjoy three game drives whilst at Etosha. ( Day 10 - BLD, Day 11 - BL) DAYS 12 & 13: SWAKOPMUND- We spend two nights in Swakopmund situated snugly between sea and desert. There are plenty of activities to keep you occupied here, from deep sea fishing to sky- diving, or exploring the desert on quad bikes. ( Day 12 - BL, Day 13 - B) DAYS 14 & 15: NAMIB NAUKLUFT NATIONAL PARK- Continue to the Namib Naukluft National Park and the giant sand dunes of Sossusvlei. This is one of the world's oldest deserts, offering over 130 million years of natural wonder, and the highest sand dunes in the world. Climb these stunning red dunes for an unforgettable view. Explore the nearby Sesriem Canyon. ( BLD) DAY 16: FISH RIVER CANYON- We head for the awesome Fish River Canyon where there is the chance to take in a beautiful sunset over the canyon or take an optional hike along the canyon rim. ( BL) DAY 17: GARIEP RIVER ( formerly Orange River)- Head for our camp on the riverbank. Take an optional canoe safari. ( BLD) DAY 18: CITRUSDAL- Cross into South Africa. Drive to Citrusdal, where we can take short hikes or swim. ( BL) DAY 19: CAPE TOWN- Our last stop is Cape Town. Sample the sights and sounds of this magical city at the southern end of the African continent. ( B) DAY 20: CAPE TOWN- Tour ends. ( B) Travel south through the game parks of Botswana and Namibia • Enjoy the man- made and natural attractions at Victoria Falls and Cape Town • Take wildlife safaris in Etosha and Chobe National Parks • Canoe through the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro • Hikeat the spectacular Fish River Canyonand Waterberg Plateau • Climbthe Sossusvlei dunesand relax at Swakopmund Victoria Falls to Cape Town Zimbabwe Botswana Namibia South Africa Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 21.14 * Price includes tour price of £ 725and local payment of US$ 420All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 945pp Land Only * Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 21.14 * Price includes tour price of £ 749and local payment of US$ 420All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 970pp Land Only * adventureradventurer Tour duration 20 daysTour duration 20 days Starts MonEnds Sat Cape TownVictoria Falls 2009 05- Jan- 0924- Jan- 09 16- Feb- 0907- Mar- 09 30- Mar- 0918- Apr- 09 11- May- 0930- May- 09 22- Jun- 0911- Jul- 09 03- Aug- 0922- Aug- 09 14- Sep- 0903- Oct- 09 26- Oct- 0914- Nov- 09 07- Dec- 0926- Dec- 09 Starts MonEnds Sat Cape TownVictoria Falls 2010 18- Jan- 1006- Feb- 10 01- Mar- 1020- Mar- 10 12- Apr- 1001- May- 10 24- May- 1012- Jun- 10 05- Jul- 1024- Jul- 10 16- Aug- 1004- Sep- 10 27- Sep- 1016- Oct- 10 08- Nov- 1027- Nov- 10 20- Dec- 1008- Jan- 11 Starts SunEnds Fri Victoria FallsCape Town 2009 25- Jan- 0913- Feb- 09 08- Mar- 0927- Mar- 09 19- Apr- 0908- May- 09 31- May- 0919- Jun- 09 12- Jul- 0931- Jul- 09 23- Aug- 0911- Sep- 09 04- Oct- 0923- Oct- 09 15- Nov- 0904- Dec- 09 27- Dec- 0915- Jan- 10 Starts SunEnds Fri Victoria FallsCape Town 2010 07- Feb- 1026- Feb- 10 21- Mar- 1009- Apr- 10 02- May- 1021- May- 10 13- Jun- 1002- Jul- 10 25- Jul- 1013- Aug- 10 05- Sep- 1024- Sep- 10 17- Oct- 1005- Nov- 10 28- Nov- 1017- Dec- 10 Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243 Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243