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Come along and experience spectacular scenery, fascinating cultures and the sights and sounds unique to South Africa and Zimbabwe. January 25 - February 7, 2020 South Africa & Victoria Falls Tour

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Come along and experience spectacular scenery, fascinating cultures and the sights and sounds unique to South Africa and Zimbabwe.

January 25 - February 7, 2020

South Africa & Victoria Falls Tour

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Tour Itinerary

Saturday, Jan 25 Depart the U.S.

Day 1 - Sunday, Jan 26 Arrive in Cape Town Welcome to South Africa! Check into your hotel and prepare for a fascinating journey.

Day 2 - Monday, Jan 27 Cape Town� is morning, sightseeing starts at the Grand Parade, the city’s main public square, to see the Castle of Good Hope and City Hall. A� erward, a walking tour introduces you to more of Cape Town’s famous and historic landmarks. Stroll along Government Avenue to see St. George’s Cathedral, Parliament, and much more. Next, you’ll enter � e Company’s Garden, a beautiful oasis in the city, en route to Green Market Square. Today, it is a great meeting place, where curios from all over Africa can be found. Visit the Bo-Kaap Museum before continuing your walk in Bo-Kaap, also known as the Malay Quarter. Founded by former slaves in the 1750s, this lively area is a true melting

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pot of cultures. Colorful historic houses range from lime-green and pink to orange, re� ecting Dutch and British architecture, and the area has been declared a national monument. A� er a traditional Malay lunch, visit Table Mounain for a Cable-Car Ride to the top (weather permitting) for stunning views of the city and its surroundings. � is evening, join your traveling companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (B, L, D)

Day 3 - Tuesday, Jan 28 Cape Peninsula ExcursionToday, enjoy a full day of sightseeing, starting with an orientation tour of Cape Town. � en, take a scenic drive south through the � shing village of Hout Bay before ascending Chapman’s Peak Drive, which skirts the rocky coastline and is one of the most scenic drives in the world. Continue on to Cape Point Nature Reserve for stops at the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, the southwesternmost point on the African continent. Here, take a Funicular Ride to the steps of the old

lighthouse for spectacular panoramic views. A� erwards, visit Boulders Beach to see a colony of endangered African penguins, known for the unique sound they make. Return to Cape Town and enjoy the evening at your leisure. (B, L)

Day 4 - Wednesday, Jan 29 Day at LeisureEnjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Perhaps explore the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, take an optional excursion to the stunning Cape winelands for wine tasting, or cruise to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in prison, for a guided tour. � is will be another great day! (B)

Day 5 - � ursday, Jan 30 Private Game ReserveToday, leave beautiful Cape Town behind and � y to Makalali Private Game Reserve to begin your safari adventure! � is area, near Kruger National Park, is famous for its abundance of wildlife, and you have a great chance of seeing the “Big 5”- lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and

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Included Features • Roundtrip airfare to South Africa including intra-tour � ights• 12 days in South Africa and Zimbabwe including accommodations in Capetown, private reserve near Kruger National Park, Johannesburg and Victoria Falls• Sightseeing Capetown and visit to Boulders Beach to see African penguins• Cable car ride up Table Mountain• Scenic drive to Cape Point Nature Reserve and Cape of Good Hope• 4 days / 3 nights at a private Game Lodge near Kruger National Park (including 6 game drives)• Visit to Soweto, including the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg• Victoria Falls for two nights and tours in the area and cruise on Zambezi River• 22 meals: Breakfasts (11), Lunch (5), and Dinner (6)• All transfers

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cape bu� alo. Enjoy your � rst Game Drive this a� ernoon. Your skilled tracker and professional Ranger work together as a team, so you can learn more about the ecosystem as you view wildlife up close. Sip Sundowner Drinks prior to returning to your lodge for dinner. (B, D).

Day 6 & 7 - Friday, Jan 31 - Saturday Feb 1 Game ReserveEach morning rise between 5am and 5:30am for co� ee and tea before the early morning game drive. Besides the ‘Big 5’, be on the lookout for impala, gira� e, hippo, cheetah (look fast), spotted hyena, wildebeest and more. Great bird watching is also a plus with over 350 species living in the area. Return for breakfast mid-morning, followed by time to relax and enjoy the lodge or join the Ranger for a Bush Walk. Mid-a� ernoon we will head out for another game drive. Step out of your safari vehicle for sundowner drinks and watch as the sun sets over the Drakensberg Mountains. As darkness settles, the tracker will bring out a

spotlight to help spot nocturnal animals. Return to the lodge in time to freshen up before dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Sunday, Feb 2-Game Reserve and JohannesburgEnjoy one last game drive this morning before transferring to the airport for the � ight to Johannesburg. � e remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)

Day 9 - Monday, Feb 3-JohannesburgToday’s sightseeing includes a visit to Soweto township which is home to the historic houses of two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela. Also scheduled is an unforgettable visit to the Apartheid Museum to learn about the founding of South Africa. � e museum takes you on an extraordinary journey through the apartheid years to the 1994 democratic elections that named Nelson Mandela president. (B, L)

Day 10 - Tuesday, Feb 4-Today we leave South Africa and � y north to Zimbabwe. � is evening, cruise on the Zambezi River and enjoy a spectacular African sunset. (B, D)

Day 11 - Wednesday, Feb 5-Victoria FallsA visit to mighty Victoria Falls is on the agenda for today. Victoria Falls is approximately twice as high and twice as wide as our mighty Niagara Falls…so it is quite a sight to see. We will enjoy a guided walk as we learn the history of the falls and identify the � ora and fauna that grow in its shadows. � is evening enjoy a special riverside farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 12 - � ursday, Feb 6-Victoria Falls –Johannesburg-Homebound FlightYour tour ends with a � ight back to Johannesburg to connect with your homebound � ight back to the States. (B)

Friday, Feb 7-Arrive back in United StatesArrive home from your unforgettable South African adventure with memories that will last a lifetime.

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South Africa TourGeneral Information & Tour Conditions

Prices: Price of $8199 is per person based on double occupancy and will include all airfare. Additional cost: Gratuities @ $180 pp. Allianz Insurance quote available from your Adelman Agent.

Included Features• Round-trip airfare to South Africa including intra tour � ights • Deluxe accommodations for twelve nights throughout the tour• Transfers and charter ground transportation throughout• Tours as detailed in itinerary• 22 Meals / Breakfasts (11), Lunch (5) and Dinner (6)• 3 nights Game Lodge in Greater Kruger National Park / six game drives• Airport transfers

Reservations: A $1000.00 deposit per person will reserve your space on the South African Tour. Final payment will be due on or before August 30, 2019. � is is a small, exclusive tour which accommodates a maximum of 14 guests. Spots will be � lled � rst come � rst serve. A� er August 30, we will accept reservations based on availability at time of booking. � is tour sold out 6 months prior to departure in 2019.

Escorted: An Adelman Discoveries host will accompany the tour.

Cancellations: All cancellations must be made in writing and received by Adelman Discoveries, 3424 S National, Spring� eld, Mo 65807 during normal business hours to be considered o� cially canceled. Refunds for any payments made toward this tour will be based on the following guidelines:

Cancellation received by: Refund per person will be: Prior to August 30, 2019 Full refund - less cost of optional insuranceAugust 30 – Departure Non Refundable

Cancellation Waiver Protection: Adelman Discoveries considers travel insurance very important. � erefore we strongly recommend insurance on this package. Details of coverage are available from our agents upon reservations or on request. Any eventual claim for refund based on covered reasons will have cost of insurance deducted from any refund. Trip insurance is non-refundable.

Physical limitations: � is tour is not recommended for persons having physical limitations. � e game drives are in open vehicles seating up to 9 persons and traveling on rough terrain and is not recommended for persons with back problems. No inoculations are required for this program but please check the cdc.gov website for further travel/health information. Details of medical requirements and suggestions will be advised in late summer 2019.

Documentation: A valid passport (not to expire prior to September 1, 2020) is required. No visa for South Africa is required at this time. Visa is required for Zimbabwe but will be obtained on entry into Victoria Falls. Visa fee not included (approx $30). Passports must have at least 2 blank pages prior to departure (we recommend at least 4). A copy of your passport should accompany your Reservation Form and deposit.

Responsibility: Adelman Discoveries, 3424 S National, Spring� eld, Mo 65807 acts on behalf of each client in arranging travel services. Although we take great care in choosing our suppliers, we do not control them and therefore cannot be responsible for their acts or omissions. Your tour and travel services are subject to conditions imposed by suppliers who may limit their liability by tari� s, contract and or agreements. � erefore, unless we are negligent in booking your travel services, we are not responsible to you for any claims, losses, damage, loss or delay of baggage or other property, delay, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment, frustration, whether physical or mental, mechanical breakdowns, government actions, strikes, weather, acts of God or other factors beyond our control. Each participant of this tour as described herein from Adelman Travel agrees to these conditions when purchasing such services. Refund Policy: Validating carrier has complete responsibility for refund of unused � ight coupons. We are not responsible for airline, supplier and or vendor bankruptcies and refund of unused coupons involving such carriers.

Optional Features• Prepaid Gratuities ($180pp)• Allianz Trip Insurance• Upgraded airline seats• Extension to Botswana

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South Africa TourRESERVATION FORM

Name (Pass. 1):__________________________________________ D.O.B____________(as they appear on passport) Passport #____________________ exp. date_______ Name preferred on Name Tag _________________________________

Name (Pass. 2):__________________________________________ D.O.B____________(as they appear on passport) Passport #____________________ exp. date_______Name preferred on Name Tag _________________________________

ADDRESS _________________________________CITY/STATE _________________________________ZIP _________________________________TELEPHONE - cell _________________________________E-mail _________________________________Adelman Travel Agent _________________________________Emergency Contact Name _____________________________ Phone ___________________________

I have read and understand the General Information and Tour Conditions of this trip to South Africa as described herein. Enclosed is my check or credit card number for $______________ as deposit/payment on this tour.

If paying deposit by credit card, please provide the number, expiration date and name on the card. Please plan to make � nal payment with a check. Final payment by credit card will have a 3% supplement.

#______________________________ exp date_________ sec code _________ Signature______________________________

Please indicate if you have any physical disabilities; mobility limitations, or dietary restrictions we need to be aware of and we will follow up with you.☐Yes ☐No

Price # of paxTour Price (1st two persons in same room) $8199.00 x _______ = __________

Total __________ (_________) Balance due August 30, 2019 __________Please include a copy of your passport.Mail all deposit and payments to Adelman Discoveries Attn. Cam � ieme, Sarah Van Elsen, or Marvin McDaniel 3424 S National Ave Spring� eld, MO 65807 417-888-4488 | 800-749-7116 Cam: [email protected] Sarah: svanelsen@ adelmantravel.com Marvin: [email protected]

Deposit of $1000.00 per person due at time of booking