2014 - APT Africa

Welcome to Africa Africa is unlike any other place I've ever been. In 2014, its magic just gets better and better, thanks to a most incredible combination of luxury, adventure and personal attention – all trademark features of APT. We offer a wide range of different experiences and lodging styles to create an African safari adventure more worthwhile than any other mode of travel. From our close-up wildlife encounters to enchanting and intimate outdoor dinners; private 4WD game drives with just two or three other couples to the expertise of our local game trackers Geoff McGeary and drivers; the iconic hotels and resorts to the luxury lodges and tented camps set in the heart of the African bush – we've taken the best elements of independent African travel and enhanced them. Calling upon APT's years of experience in escorted travel, we've limited group sizes to no more than 28 guests, as well as providing dedicated APT Tour Directors to accompany you throughout your journey. For your convenience, we include all flights within Africa. And – available to Australians and New Zealanders exclusively through APT – we also offer you the chance to embark on southern Africa's finest private rail journeys and most luxurious river cruise safaris. New in 2014 is APT's luxury mobile tented camp that's set up in the heart of the Serengeti exclusively for APT guests. Harking a bygone era, you'll indulge in your very own private safari adventure as your accommodation follows you on your journey through the national park. Another exciting opportunity is a two-day extension in Nairobi, where guests can visit APT's very own adopted elephant, Kithaka, at the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. We created these small-group African adventures with the goal of taking you to experience the essence of Africa in the most personalised manner possible, without compromising on the style, convenience and security that APT's travellers have come to expect. So I encourage you to step out of your comfort zone (and into ours) for what is a truly life-changing holiday experience. Warm Regards, Geoff McGeary APT Company Owner CONTENTS 4 5 6 8 10 12 14 Africa Map The APT Difference Discover Africa with APT APT's Africa – Exceptional Inclusions Choose Your Dream Holiday SuperDeals 2014 The African Game Park Experience 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 31 Main image: see native wildlife such as elephants as you traverse the sweeping landscapes of Africa Main front cover image: enjoy the chance to spot the elusive leopard during your game drives with APT Luxury Game Lodges Exclusive Tented Camps World-Class Hotels & Resorts Dining With Nature Signature Experiences Rovos Rail – The Pride of Africa Zambezi Queen River Cruise Safari Freedom of ChoiceTM APT Club & Benefits

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