Experience a Unique African Safari with Southern Exposure!

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1 Experience a Unique African Safari with Southern Exposure! Dates: January 12-28, 2013 We invite you to travel with Scott and Curtis of Southern Exposure on an amazing African Safari in January You ll hear magnificent elephants trumpet in Chobe National Park Feel the rumble of Victoria Falls roaring in the distance... and exchange stories with travel companions around a fire under a star-filled African sky. In the morning, wake to birdsong and begin another day on the Safari of your dreams. This special adventure starts in South Africa, your first stop on the way to the world-famous national parks of Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Along the way, you ll experience all that makes this Safari the trip of a lifetime, including: Game viewing excursions with experienced guides and wild animal experts Guided walks through stunning natural landscapes and world heritage sites Authentic small lodges and tented camps made famous by writers such as Ernest Hemingway Hosted visits to friendly African villages and cultural sites We ve done all the legwork for you in partnership with Grand Circle Travel, one of the world s premier travel providers. All you have to do is enjoy the trip. Your trip fee includes travel, meals, park fees, boat cruises, guided excursions and even laundry service at tented camps. Best of all, you ll travel in style with your friends from Southern Exposure! To reserve your place, please call the Southern Exposure office at (269) or Curtis directly at (269) Space for this special journey is available on a first-come, first-serve basis and is truly limited. To learn more about our itinerary and special trip offerings, please read on. All it takes to reserve your spot is a phone call and a $500 deposit. Credit cards are accepted, so please call Curtis today to guarantee your reservation. 1

2 Itinerary: African Safari 2013 If you ve ever dreamed of going on an African Safari, this could be the trip of your lifetime. From world-famous Chobe National Park to the lush Okavango Delta, big game viewing to local cultures: this is the best way to experience Africa s natural wonders first hand. Here is a quick look at our itinerary: Day 1 Depart U.S. on Flight to South Africa Day 2 Arrive in Johannesburg, South Africa Day 3 Fly to Victoria Falls and Transfer to Chobe National Park Day 4 Explore Chobe National Park Day 5 Chobe River Cruise and Park Excursions Day 6 Fly to Okavango and the Moremi area Day 7 Explore the Okavango Delta Day 8 Okavango Delta and Wild Animals Day 9 Fly to Kasane / Kafue, Zambia Day 10 Explore Kafue National Park Day 11 Explore Kafue National Park What s Included in the Package International round-trip airfare from Detroit Metro Airport to and from Africa Accommodations for 12 nights in Safari lodges or tented camps, 2 nights in a hotel at Victoria Falls, 1 night at an airport hotel in Johannesburg 42 meals 15 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 14 dinners 33 small group activities, including up to 24 game-viewing drives, boat cruises and walks All park fees Expert trip leader and experienced driver-guides Unlimited filtered water at camps Complimentary Safari duffle and laundry service at tented camps Porterage for 1 bag per person Unique Accommodations We spend evenings at either lodges or private tented camps. Lodges and camps are located within a private reserve that offers both water and land activities. Each location has private two-person bedrooms with toilets and showers, dining areas, and a common lounge area. Day 12 Fly to Hwange, Zimbabwe Day 13 Explore Hwange National Park Day 14 Explore Hwange National Park Day 15 Fly to Victoria Falls and See the Falls Day 16 Explore the Victoria Falls Area Day 17 Fly to Johannesburg and Return to the U.S.A. For more details on this very special trip, please read on or call Curtis Whitaker directly at (269) Space is limited, so please make your reservations as soon as possible. Thank you! 2

3 What to Expect: African Safari 2013 We will make every effort to accommodate your travel needs and make sure you have a pleasant, memorable experience in Africa. At the same time, it is important to remember that this is a real Safari in the wild. Please read these advisories: Physical Requirements: This trip is only for physically fit and healthy travelers and is not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. You must be able to walk unassisted while carrying hand luggage; expect 2-4 hours of physical activities on some days. You will need to access vehicles by ladder without aid. Climate & Terrain: The hottest months are October-February; mid-day temperatures can reach over 100 degrees. During May-August it is dry and degrees during the day, and as low as 50 degrees at night. December-March brings heavy rain and thunderstorms. We ll travel over bumpy, dusty terrain during game-viewing excursions, and we ll be walking on sandy, uneven terrain in the Okavango Delta and at our camps. Pacing: 6 locations in 17 days with a single 1-night stay. Early morning game-viewing drives on Safari days, rising at 6 a.m.; 1-2 guided walks of up to an hour each; and 5 internal flights on five- to 14-seater aircraft. Transportation: On game-viewing drives, we travel overland in open-sided Safari vehicles with bench seating and no air-conditioning. We ll also travel in a dugout canoe and in motorized boats. Accommodations: We spend 12 nights in comfortable but basic lodges and tented camps. Our lodges use generator electricity and lantern lighting at night, and do not have air-conditioning. There could be a 1- to 5-minute walk from our tents to the main lodge. Group Size & Leadership: 16 maximum and 1 Trip Leader 3

4 Visa & Passport Information U.S. citizens will need a visa and a passport for this trip. In addition, there may be other entry requirements that also need to be met. Travelers who are booked on this adventure will be sent a complete Visa Packet with instructions, applications, and a list of visa fees approximately 100 days prior to their departure. Vaccinations Information Documentation of a yellow fever vaccination is required for this adventure. It is a legal entry requirement for South Africa. South Africa will accept either a proof of vaccination or an official waiver of vaccination (a doctor s letter stating you cannot receive the vaccination for health reasons). 4

5 Pricing Summary (Per Person) Note: The information and prices provided in this document are estimates only based on currently available information. Pricing and itinerary are subject to change. Trip Name: African Safari 2013 Departure Date: January 12, 2013 Return Date: January 28, 2013 Departure City: Detroit, MI Per Person Cost: $4, Occupancy: Double Airfare: $1, Subtotal: $6, Taxes and Fees (included in the Per Person Cost) Travel Protection Plan (See details on the next page) Highly recommended! Motorcoach travel to/from Detroit Metro $ GRAND TOTAL $6, Pricing Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to provide accurate pricing information. Operator reserves the right to correct promotional or pricing errors at any time, or to increase the trip price in the event of cost increases due to changes in airfares, cruise fares, currency fluctuations, park fee increases, taxes, or fuel surcharges, or other reasons, unless you pre-paid according to the terms of the Good Buy Plan prior to the cost increase going into effect. For more information, please contact Southern Exposure at (269) Southern Exposure Herb Farm N Drive North Battle Creek, MI Phone: (269) Toll-free: HERB Website: 5

6 Tour Cancellation Policy and Travel Protection Plan Please read the following cancellation policy and Travel Protection Plan: Cancel For Any Reason Waiver When you purchase the Travel Protection Plan, you also qualify for the Grand Circle Travel Cancellation Waiver Benefit that allows you to cancel your Grand Circle Travel Arrangements before your scheduled departure FOR ANY REASON. Pre-Existing Condition Exclusion Waiver The exclusion for Pre-Existing Conditions will be waived if payment for this plan is received by Grand Circle Travel within 14 days of your initial deposit, for payment for your Trip. Below is a brief listing of the plan benefits: Part A - The Travel Arrangement Protection Benefits of this Part A are provided by Grand Circle Travel. Schedule of Benefits - Part A Benefit Maximum Benefit Amount Trip Cancellation Trip Cost Trip Interruption Trip Cost Missed Connection $750 Travel Delay $750 (Up to $150 Per Day) Part B - The Travel Insurance Benefits of this Part B are provided by United States Fire Insurance Company. Schedule of Benefits - Part B Benefit Maximum Benefit Amount Accidental Death and Dismemberment $25,000 Medical Expense, Emergency Assistance Accident and Sickness Medical Expense $50,000 Emergency Evacuation and Repatriation $500,000 One Call 24-Hour Assistance Services Included Baggage and Personal Effects $1,500 Baggage Delay $250 If your Trip is Canceled or Interrupted, Your Travel Investment is Protected If you are like a lot of people these days, you don t just look forward to your vacations, you need them. A vacation is your opportunity to rest, relax, and recharge your batteries. Or to catch up with friends and family. Unfortunately, many things happen that might cause you to cancel your travel plans or cut them short. Illness or injury. The death of a family member. The worst part is, without adequate protection, you can lose your travel investment. The Grand Circle Travel Protection Plan protects your travel investment if your Trip is canceled or interrupted for a covered reason such as injury, illness or death of you, a Family Member, a Traveling Companion or a Business Partner. Travel Delayed? You re OK! You ll be reimbursed up to $150 per day (to a maximum of $750 total) for meals and accommodations if your Trip is delayed for more than 12 hours for a covered reason. Baggage Lost or Damaged? You re Protected! It s a traveler s nightmare. You arrive at your destination, but your baggage has disappeared. Or has been stolen or damaged. What do you do? If you re protected by the Grand Circle Travel Protection Plan, you ll be reimbursed up to $1,500 to replace or repair your lost or damaged luggage and personal articles. Baggage Delayed? Need Clothes and Toiletries? Count on us! The Grand Circle Travel Protection Plan reimburses you up to $250 to help cover the cost of clothing, toiletries and, or personal items if your baggage is delayed for more than 24 hours while you are on your Trip. Accidental Death Benefit Your beneficiaries will receive payment according to the plan s Schedule of Benefits for Accidental Death which occurs within 180 days of an injury sustained while you are on your Trip. The Travel Protection Plan is Administered by: Trip Mate, Inc Ward Parkway, Suite 200 Kansas City, Missouri Tel: Plan Number: F394G The Travel Insurance is Underwritten by: United States Fire Insurance Company under Form series TP 401. In KS, LA, SD, TX, and UT Form # s TP-401 CW. In WA under Form #TP-401-WA. In OR under Form #TP-401 OR. TOUR RESERVATION POLICY: Reservations can be made by calling Southern Exposure Farm at (269) or contact Curtis Whitaker directly at (269) with a $500 deposit. Remaining balance due 90 days before departure. If you must interrupt your Trip or return home early for a covered reason, the plan will pay (up to the original cost of your Trip) for your unused land or water Travel Arrangements, less any refund paid or payable, plus the Additional Transportation Cost to return home or rejoin your Trip. Medical Expense and Emergency Assistance Benefits Could Be a Real Lifesaver! If you have a serious illness or injury, the last thing you want to worry about is getting the care you need. The Grand Circle Travel Protection Plan gives you peace of mind with benefits that cover, up to the plan s limits, everything from medical expenses (incurred within 60 days of a sickness or injury that began during your Trip) to special transportation (such as an air ambulance) required for medical reasons. 6