The captivating leopard

The Grand Safari: An Expedition by Private Plane

Sep 19 - Oct 3, 2012
A luxury African safari by private plane to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zambia
Starting at $29,950
Call 855-330-1542
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  • Experience the magnificent landscapes of southern Africa in the grand tradition of a flying safari. Our Grand African Safari transports you to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zambia in the comfort and convenience of travel by private plane. Throughout this luxury African safari, an expert expedition staff and flight crew will take care of all the details and provide top-notch hospitality. You’ll learn more about the “Big Five” and Africa’s superb birdlife as you travel in the company of top wildlife guides and Smithsonian Expert Kristofer Helgen, curator of mammals at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History. Plus, our adventure trip features luxury accommodations, including exclusive game lodges and camps offering magnificent access to the region’s wildlife.
  • Throughout this tour, travel in the company of an exceptional Smithsonian Study Leader. Kristofer Helgen is a Research Zoologist and Curator of Mammals at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History. Read an interview with Study Leader Kristofer Helgen.
  • Observe the water holes of Namibia’s Etosha Pan, which draw a vast array of wildlife, including lion, zebra, wildebeest, and springbok.
  • Follow in the footsteps of explorer David Livingstone in Zambia as you experience the splendor of thundering Victoria Falls.
  • Experience an adventure trip that offers close encounters with the "Big Five," plus a host of other mammals and more than 500 bird species, at parks like South Africa's Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
  • Sample Africa’s luxury accommodations, game lodges, and wildlife camps offering a soothing oasis after your explorations of the region.
    • TRAVELER COMMENT
  • "The many encounters with animals and birds in diverse habitats in different countries were extraordinary. By far, the best safari experience we have ever had!"
    —Mary & Bill McNamara, Midland Park, NJ 2009 Grand Safari Travelers
  • "I always found interesting people to talk with, wonderful planned events and delicious food to eat. The accommodations surpassed my dreams. My every need was met and I had a great time."
    —Betty Carlin, Indianapolis, IN 2009 Grand Safari Traveler
  • "The Grand Safari was the best tour I have ever taken. Not only were we in awe of the natural wonders, the animals in their own habitat at such a close range, and the information we received from our study leaders, but the thoughtful, intelligent work of the organizers made this our most memorable trip."
    —2009 Grand Safari Traveler
  • "This was the trip of a lifetime! Far above our expectations. We saw all of the Big 5 during the first three days."
    — Jim and Marion Jordan, Newport Beach, CA 2009 Grand Safari Travelers


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