FAMILY TOURSMEXICO 234 " This was an excellent trip and one I would recommend to other families. We have experienced so much. The children have had a holiday that they will remember forever." Caroline Williams family tours Imaginative Facts Tour code: FLMM • Activities: Extensive walking at sites, walking in the Lacandon jungle, optional swimming and snorkelling • Accommodation: 12 nights tourist class hotels, 1 night simple multi-share cabin • Transport: Bus, boat • Fully Escorted: By Imaginative Traveller tour leader, services of guides at Chichen Itza and Palenque, local guide in Lacandon jungle DAY 1: PLAYA DEL CARMEN- Arrive at Cancun and transfer to the hotel in Playa del Carmen. DAY 2: PLAYA DEL CARMEN- Free day to relax on the Caribbean beach or visit the ruins of Tulum, a Mayan temple complex in a dramatic setting overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. ( B) DAY 3: CHICHEN ITZA- We drive to Chichen Itza, site of an incredible Mayan complex. We make a short stop in the small colonial town of Valladolid. The afternoon is free to relax at the hotel or to visit a cenote ( underground water source) nearby. In the evening we have the option of seeing a dramatic sound and light show at the ruins. ( B) DAY 4: MERIDA- Early in the morning we visit the magnificent site of Chichen Itza, and spend time exploring its temples and pyramids before the crowds arrive. Later, we travel to Merida. ( B) DAY 5: MERIDA- A full free day to enjoy the charming capital city of the state of Yucatan, packed with lively markets and beautiful colonial buildings. Nearby are the ruins of Uxmal and the Celestun National Park, home to huge flocks of flamingos. ( B) DAY 6: CAMPECHE- Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Campeche, a delightful place famous for its brightly painted houses. ( B) DAY 7: PALENQUE- We take a bus to Palenque, the town close to the impressive site of the same name. ( B) DAY 8: PALENQUE- Today we visit the amazing Mayan ruins at Palenque, set amidst stunning rainforest. You really feel as if you are one of the first to set eyes on them - pioneering exploration at its best! Later we continue to Misol- Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls, areas of beautiful jungle scenery where we can also take a refreshing swim. ( B) DAY 9: PALENQUE - YAXCHILAN - BONAMPAK- We head into the rainforest early in the morning. A boat ride takes us to Yaxchilan ( Place of the Green Stones), one of the few Mayan cities where women have ruled. In the afternoon we visit Bonampak, a site that is known for its well preserved frescos. The Lacandon Indians are the original inhabitants of this part of the jungle and we spend the night at a Lacandon settlement in simple multi- share cabins. ( BLD) DAY 10: PALENQUE- After breakfast we take a walk through the Lacandon jungle with an indigenous Indian guide learning about their way of life along the way. We will stop en route at small waterfalls to take a swim and freshen up. In the late afternoon we drive back to Palenque. ( BL) DAY 11: LAGUNA BACALAR- Travelling towards the coast we reach the small village of Bacalar, located close to the Laguna Bacalar, the second largest lake in Mexico. The afternoon is free to relax at the hotel or swim in the lake. ( B) DAYS 12 & 13: ISLA MUJERES- Transfer to Puerto Juarez where we take the ferry to Isla Mujeres - the Island of Women! This small and beautiful island is located close to Cancun, but feels like a different world. Once a quiet fishing village, it still retains its Mexican charm, and warm, inviting atmosphere. We have time to relax on the stunning white beaches and snorkel in the crystal clear water. ( B) DAY 14: CANCUN- Transfer to Cancun in time for your international flight. Tour ends on arrival at the airport. ( B) The ancient past brought to life on this tropical adventure! • Become a modern day explorerat the ruins of Chichen Itza and Palenque • Venture deep into the jungle to overnight in a traditional Lacandon settlement • Discover waterfalls and lakes deep in the rainforest for refreshing dips • Wander the streets of the charming colonial cities of Merida and Campeche • Enjoy the beaches of Playa del Carmenand beautiful Isla Mujeres Mayan Mysteries & Mexican Waves Mexico Playa del Carmen Bacalar Isla Mujeres Cancun Chichen Itza Merida Campeche Palenque Lacandon Jungle Mayan Mysteries & Mexican Waves Kenya Kenya Wildlife & Water African Elephant Sanctuary Nairobi Maasai Mara Reserve LakeNaivasha Lake Nakuru Malindi Mombasa Indian Ocean Tsavo N. P. Volunteer Programme Mukurumuji Single Supplement £ 345 ( optional) Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 18.59 * Price includes tour price of £ 949and local payment of US$ 250All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 1080pp Land Only * family Tour duration 14 days © Imaginative Traveller © Imaginative Traveller Starts SatEnds Fri Playa delCancun Carmen 2009 04- Apr- 0917- Apr- 09 25- Jul- 0907- Aug- 09 08- Aug- 0921- Aug- 09 15- Aug- 0928- Aug- 09 19- Dec- 0901- Jan- 10 Starts SatEnds Fri Playa delCancun Carmen 2010 02- Jan- 1015- Jan- 10 27- Mar- 1009- Apr- 10 24- Jul- 1006- Aug- 10 07- Aug- 1020- Aug- 10 14- Aug- 1027- Aug- 10 18- Dec- 1031- Dec- 10 new tour for 2009 We can also offer Extra Accommodation, Adventure Travel Insurance& Flights Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243

KENYA 235 FAMILY TOURS Imaginative Facts Tour code: FKAE • Activities: Game drives, bush walk, volunteering at Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary, optional coastal activities • Accommodation: 4 nights hotel, 9 nights camping in classic safari- style tents • Transport: Fully equipped safari vehicle, minivan or bus • Fully Escorted: By tour leader, services of local guides within National Parks and Reserves DAY 1: MOMBASA- Arrive Mombasa and transfer to our hotel. 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 allegedly boasts the highest density per km2 of elephants in Africa. No other place can offer as much chance to see elephants this close up in the wild. We spend the next few 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 taking game drives in the sanctuary. ( BLD) DAYS 9 & 10: TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK- We enjoy game drives in Tsavo East National Park. Tsavo East is one of the largest national parks in Kenya and is also home to some of the largest animal herds in Kenya. Game includes elephant, lion, leopard, crocodile, waterbuck, kudu, gerenuk and zebra. ( BLD) DAY 11: INDIAN OCEAN- Transfer to our hotel on the beach where the next few days are free to relax or enjoy the activities on offer here. ( B) DAYS 12 & 13: INDIAN OCEAN- Two full days to relax at the end of our trip. ( B) DAY 14: MOMBASA- Tour ends. Transfer to the airport for your return flight. ( B) Your Involvement The Programme Days 5- 8 Imaginative Volunteers work within the sanctuary, an initiative set up by wildlife experts; the Kenya Wildlife Service, Camp Kenya 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. 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 opportunity for your entire family to help wild African elephants This volunteer tour offers a unique holiday experience for all the family, where you will learn a great deal about wild elephants - a truly unforgettable experience. This tour not only involves time at the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary but also chill out time at the Indian Ocean. Minimum age 10 years. Kenya African Elephant Sanctuary Imaginative Facts Tour code: FKWW • Activities: Game drives, variety of watersports included at beach resort • Accommodation: 2 nights tourist class hotels, 1 night chalets, 5 nights tented camps, 4 nights beach resort • Transport: Custom- built safari vehicle days 1- 8, air conditioned minibuses for transfers, plane • Flights: Nairobi to Malindi and Malindi to Nairobi • Fully Escorted: By Imaginative Traveller tour leader days 1- 8, services of local drivers, guides, camp assistants and representatives DAY 1: NAIROBI - Arrive and transfer to hotel. DAY 2: LAKE NAKURU- Drive to Lake Nakuru, one of the Great Rift Valley Lakes. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its vast population of flamingos, pelicans and buffalo and also gives us our best chance to see the rare black rhino. ( BLD) DAY 3: LAKE NAKURU - LAKE NAIVASHA-Today we visit another of the great Rift Valley Lakes, Lake Naivasha. We visit Elsamere, Joy Adamson's home, on the shore of the lake. After a splendid afternoon tea we take a boat ride to see the hippos and abundant birdlife of the lake. ( BLD) DAYS 4- 7: MAASAI MARA- After breakfast we journey to the great plains of the Maasai Mara where, for the next four days, our attention will be focused on the diverse and plentiful wildlife that has made the Maasai Mara one of the world's greatest reserves. In between game drives, camp staff will organise activities for the children such as learning to recognise animal tracks and making bows and arrows. We also visit a nearby Maasai Manyatta ( homestead) for an insight into the Maasai lifestyle. ( BLD) DAY 8: MAASAI MARA - NAIROBI- If weather conditions allow, we make an early morning game drive before heading back to Nairobi. This afternoon we visit an animal orphanage. ( BLD) DAY 9: NAIROBI - MALINDI- Morning flight to Malindi. On arrival at Malindi airport, transfer to our accommodation right beside the Indian Ocean. ( BLD) DAYS 10- 12: INDIAN OCEAN- Three days to enjoy the Indian Ocean. Sailing, snorkelling, wind- surfing and a wide range of children's activities are all included. The more adventurous can also choose to try their hand at game- fishing. If you prefer more land- based activities there are excellent nature trails and wildlife parks nearby. ( BLD) DAY 13: MALINDI - NAIROBI- Transfer to Malindi airport for a flight to Nairobi to connect with your international flight home. Tour ends on arrival at Nairobi airport. ( B) Enjoy one of the most exciting destinations in the world for families • Enjoy some of the best game- viewing in the worldat the Maasai Mara • See Lake Nakuru's flamingos and spot hipposon a Lake Naivasha cruise • Learn to recognize animal tracks at our tented safari camp • Experience Kenyan culture on bush walks with local Maasai • Relax at our beach resorton the Indian Ocean! Kenya Wildlife & Water • Seasonal Supplement £ 60 Single Supplement £ 180 ( optional) Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 15.79 All prices are subject to currency fluctuations * Price includes tour price of £ 1049 ( adult) / £ 775 ( child under 12) and local payment of US$ 650 £ 1115pp Land Only Child * £ 1390pp Land Only Adult * Single Supplement £ 520 ( optional) Voluntary Carbon Offset £ 16.78 * Price includes tour price of £ 1075, local payment of US$ 340 and donation of £ 150All prices are subject to currency fluctuations £ 1399pp Land Only * familyvolunteer Tour duration 13 daysTour duration 14 days Starts SunEnds Fri NairobiNairobi 2009 04- Jan- 0916- Jan- 09 05- Jul- 0917- Jul- 09 19- Jul- 0931- Jul- 09 26- Jul- 0907- Aug- 09 02- Aug- 0914- Aug- 09 16- Aug- 0928- Aug- 09 20- Dec- 0901- Jan- 10 • Starts SunEnds Fri NairobiNairobi 2010 03- Jan- 1015- Jan- 10 04- Jul- 1016- Jul- 10 18- Jul- 1030- Jul- 10 25- Jul- 1006- Aug- 10 01- Aug- 1013- Aug- 10 15- Aug- 1027- Aug- 10 19- Dec- 1031- Dec- 10 • • Seasonal supplement applies Starts SunEnds Sat MombasaMombasa 2009 05- Apr- 0918- Apr- 09 26- Jul- 0908- Aug- 09 16- Aug- 0929- Aug- 09 20- Dec- 0902- Jan- 10 Starts SunEnds Sat MombasaMombasa 2010 28- Mar- 1010- Apr- 10 25- Jul- 1007- Aug- 10 15- Aug- 1028- Aug- 10 19- Dec- 1001- Jan- 11 Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243 Save up to 15% on your tour - see page 243