Private Jet Expeditions 2021-2022 | National Geographic Expeditions

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2 0 2 1 –2 0 2 2 T R I P S A f r i c a b y P r i v a t e J e t • A ro u n d t h e Wo r l d b y P r i v a t e J e t Central and South America by Private Jet T h e F u t u re o f E ve r y t h i n g : E x p l o r i n g G l o b a l I n n ov a t i o n b y P r i v a t e J e t 1

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DEAR T R AV E L E R After this trying year, we are so excited to be getting back out into the world. National Geographic was built on the idea that humans have an innate desire to explore and to discover new things. That desire compelled primatologist Dian Fossey to live with gorillas in the mountains of Rwanda. And it’s currently inspiring Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Paul Salopek to travel around the world on foot—telling stories all the way—on a 21,000-mile, National Geographicsponsored Out of Eden Walk. Fortunately, there are easier ways to cover vast distances and explore remote cultures and places. On our Private Jet expeditions, we can touch down in fascinating, far-flung destinations without the tangle of logistics and long overland journeys. We can take a cooking class in a temple in Japan, visit an archaeological dig in Uzbekistan, and enjoy a concert in Estonia—all on one incredible trip. With an entire aircraft for our exclusive use, we can maintain our high standards for health and safety everywhere we go. Best of all, we travel with National Geographic’s storytellers, scientists, and photographers—intrepid explorers who are eager to share their passion and knowledge with you. In the following pages, you’ll find four itineraries that encompass a staggering sweep of cultures and habitats. We’ve teamed up with The Wall Street Journal to offer

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The Future of Everything: Exploring Global Innovation by Private Jet, a journey that will bring us to innovation centers from Seoul to Helsinki. We’ll hear from scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs on the cutting edge—and meet with experts from National Geographic and The Wall Street Journal at every stop. We delve into the diverse wonders of an entire continent on two unforgettable trips: on Africa by Private Jet, explore fascinating cultures and legendary wildlife from Morocco to South Africa to Rwanda and beyond. Or experience Machu Picchu, Iguaçu Falls, Patagonia, and much more on Central and South America by Private Jet. Our popular journey, Around the World by Private Jet, whisks us to iconic places from Easter Island to Angkor Wat to the Taj Mahal and beyond. On every trip, you’ll relax in a VIP-configured private jet and stay in some of the world’s top accommodations. And no matter where you travel with us, your comfort and safety are our top priority. Please refer to the next page for details on our updated health and safety protocols. An extraordinary travel experience awaits. We hope you’ll join us. To reserve your space, please call 1-888-227-7265 or visit natgeoexpeditions.com/privatejet.

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Sincerely,

Gary E. Knell Chairman National Geographic Partners

When you travel with us, you help further the work of our scientists, explorers, and educators around the world. Every year, we distribute a portion of our proceeds to the National Geographic Society, creating more opportunities to work toward a planet in balance. To learn more, visit natgeo.com/giveback.

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PEACE OF MIND Sometimes the most rewarding trips are the ones where you can just let go, knowing you are in good hands. Exploring is an essential part of who we are at National Geographic Expeditions, and so is putting the well-being of our guests first. We are hard at work developing health and safety measures that make traveling with us in the era of COVID-19 possible, while keeping our trips inspiring and memorable. When the time is right for you, we will be ready. And we will be thrilled to see the world with you again. K E E P I N G YO U SA F E We are consulting closely with public health experts to determine how to best navigate this new normal in a measured and thoughtful manner. Our health and safety protocols will consider the latest guidance and recommendations of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, international and local health agencies, and destination partners. We look forward to sharing additional details on our website as they become available. We also are closely monitoring U.S. Department of State travel advisories and the guidance of government officials around the world so that we can nimbly respond to potential travel restrictions or policy changes in the countries we visit. When you choose to travel again, please visit the Department of State website, travel.state.gov, to stay abreast of the situation in your chosen destination.

So where will we see you next? Machu Picchu? Bhutan? On safari with our experts in the Serengeti? Wherever and whenever you choose to travel, we can’t wait to explore with you again.

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Imagine zooming in on a leopard alongside wildlife photographer and filmmaker Sandesh Kadur, a National Geographic Fellow whose documentaries have revealed the plight of endangered species. Or consider the insights you’d gain exploring Silk Road sites with archaeologist and National Geographic magazine editor Kristin Romey, who has excavated digs in Central Asia and beyond. The signature of these expeditions is the extraordinary team of experts that travels with us— anthropologists, wildlife biologists, geographers, and photographers who bring the places we go to life.

National Geographic opens doors around the globe. Our relationships with scientists, storytellers, museums, and active research sites allow us special access to places and people— including our own grantees, whom we meet in the field whenever we can. Traveling with us, you’ll enjoy a host of specially arranged experiences, whether it’s listening to soulful Sufi singers with a scholar in Morocco, or meeting an archaeologist in the Peru to hear firsthand about important Inca finds.

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Over the past 132 years, we’ve sent our scientists, storytellers, and adventurers across continents and into remote cultures, down to the oceans’ depths and up the highest mountains in an effort to better understand our planet. National Geographic Expeditions grew from this legacy as a way to invite others to explore—to encounter the wonders of the world up close, in depth, right at the source, and to be transformed by the experience.

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GIVE BACK E X P L O R AT I O N H A P P E N S B E C A U S E O F YO U When you travel with us, you help further the work of our scientists, explorers, and educators around the world. Every year, we distribute a portion of our proceeds to the National Geographic Society, creating more opportunities to work toward a planet in balance. The Society awards more than 450 grants each year to inspiring individuals who are changing how we understand and interact with our planet—and helping to protect it for future generations. One such project is Sea to Source: Ganges, a multinational, all-female expedition that is investigating ways to reduce plastic pollution along the Ganges. To learn more, visit natgeo.com/giveback.

YO U S U P P O R T L O C A L E C O N O M I E S A N D H A B I TAT S National Geographic Expeditions is committed to sustaining the character and integrity of each place we visit: its natural and cultural heritage, in addition to the well-being of its residents. We are identifying ways to minimize the environmental impact of our travel programs and are offsetting carbon emissions we cannot eliminate. We strive to support local economies in our choice of services, and we believe that the positive effects of sustainable travel go beyond immediate economic benefits, inspiring passionate stewards of our planet.

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S U P E R I O R S E R V I C E , S E A M L E S S T R AV E L A Boeing 757 jet has been specially outfitted for these incredible expeditions. Its long-range capabilities and capacity to land at smaller airports afford us the flexibility to fly direct and avoid layovers—which in turn gives us the freedom to make the most of our experiences on land. On our Around the World by Private Jet, Central and South America by Private Jet, and The Future of Everything: Exploring Global Innovation by Private Jet expeditions, the jet’s interior has been refitted to accommodate just 75 travelers in a spacious two-by-two seating configuration, instead of the standard 233 seats. On our Africa by Private Jet expedition, the jet is configured to accommodate 57 travelers. Each reclining, VIP-style seat is handcrafted from the finest European leather and equipped with a center console, leg rest, foldout footrest, and four-way adjustable headrest, offering supreme in-flight comfort as we travel between destinations.

E X P E D I T I O N S TA F F A N D C R E W Traveling with our National Geographic Experts is a talented expedition team—experienced travel experts who meticulously attend to logistical details and ensure your experience is truly exceptional. The flight crew is also specially selected for this trip, chosen for their dedication to safety, attention to detail, and first-rate hospitality.

EXPEDITION PHYSICIAN A physician accompanies our expedition and is on call 24 hours a day to provide or facilitate health care services.

EXPEDITION CHEF We travel with a dedicated expedition chef and caterer who design delectable meals inspired by local cuisine in the destinations we visit. They incorporate the freshest ingredients in a wide array of dishes, which are served with top-tier beverages, including fine wines, craft beers, and spirits.

T R AV E L TA I L O R E D T O YO U R I N T E R E S T S Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to tailor your trip to your interests, choosing from a variety of available excursions in each of the places we visit. In the pages that follow, you’ll find opportunities to adapt the expedition at no additional cost. Some of these alternative options have limited space or require a minimum number of participants; reservations are on a firstcome, first-served basis. We can also arrange special experiences that are not featured in the itinerary, whether you’d like to go behind the scenes at a world-renowned museum, explore intriguing ruins off the beaten path, or set out on a challenging hike. If you have already visited or would like to skip one of the stops along the journey, we will look into arranging your visit to an alternative destination. For more information and to discuss your preferred itinerary, please contact us.

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From Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa located in the heart of Cartagena’s World Heritage-listed historic center, to the exquisite lodges of South Africa’s Phinda Private Game Reserve, to the hand-painted traditional gers of Mongolia’s Three Camel Lodge, we stay in some of the world’s finest accommodations. These hotels and lodges have been selected for their exceptional guest service, splendid amenities, and convenient access to the places we explore. In more off-the-beaten-path locations, we have selected the best available accommodations to ensure your comfort. In many destinations, we have also arranged special dining experiences with traditional entertainment, providing a window into local cultures.

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| A F R I C A B Y P R I VAT E J E T | Encounter Africa from every angle, visiting seven countries on an epic journey by private jet. Come face-to-face with elephants, leopards, gorillas, and more on safari in South Africa, Botswana, and Rwanda. Meet artists in medieval Fez and the woodcarving workshops of Ghana. Step back in time at the Elmina slave castle on the Gold Coast and at Nelson Mandela’s island prison, and hear inspiring stories of resilience and innovation. Soar over Cape Peninsula, feel the power of Victoria Falls, and snorkel the reefs of Zanzibar on an expedition that celebrates Africa’s many wonders.

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A team of National Geographic Experts will accompany this trip. Conservationist, current National Geographic Fellow, and TED Senior Fellow Steve Boyes has dedicated his life to preserving Africa’s wilderness areas and the species that depend upon them. A native of South Africa, he founded the Cape Parrot Project with support from National Geographic, and is the scientific director of the Wild Bird Trust. In 2015, Steve launched what has become the National Geographic Okavango Wilderness Project to promote broader protection for the Okavango Delta’s watershed and its wildlife. Steve’s work takes him all over Africa, studying wildlife rehabilitation and biodiversity, fighting the wild-caught bird trade, and planting thousands of trees in forest restoration projects.

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Arrive in London and transfer to your luxury hotel in the heart of the city. Later, sit down to a welcome dinner in the hotel’s historic UN Ballroom, site of the 1946 United Nations General Assembly. Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square

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Fly by private jet to the medieval capital of Fez. Examine Moroccan artistic traditions at the Dar Batha Museum, a 19th-century palace that showcases mosaics, ceramics, and woodcarving. View the Blue Gate and the bronze doors of the Royal Palace, and stroll the Jewish quarter of Fes el-Jdid. On a walking tour of the medina the next day, see the splendid University of Al-Karaouine, the Nejjarine Fountain, and the shrine of Moulay Idriss II; and meet a scholar at the Bou Inania Madrasa. After lunch, visit artisan workshops, including the Chouara Tannery, or explore the Roman site of Volubilis—a UNESCO World Heritage site. Dine with a Sufi scholar and enjoy a performance of Sufi music. Hotel Sahrai

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Cross the Sahara to Accra, a city both cosmopolitan and scrappy, where timeless traditions collide with the latest trends. Retrace history at Independence Square and Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, dedicated to the country’s first president. Pay a visit to the fantasy coffin makers, woodworkers who craft custom-made coffins in the form of race cars, chili peppers, and much more. Then travel to Takoradi and drive along the scenic coast, stopping to visit a fishing village. Continue to Elmina, home to one of Ghana’s notorious “slave castles.” Tour this World Heritage–designated castle and descend to the dungeons, haunting reminders of one of history’s most barbaric chapters. Later, visit the town’s posubans, elaborate shrines built by traditional Asafo warriors of the Fante people. Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra

National Geographic Explorer Elizabeth Lonsdorf began researching primates as an undergraduate student at Duke University. After a brief foray into the field of marine mammal cognition, Elizabeth earned a Ph.D. from the Jane Goodall Institute’s Center for Primate Studies at the University of Minnesota, an experience that allowed her to follow in the footsteps of renowned primatologist Jane Goodall by studying wild chimpanzees at Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park. She returns annually to Gombe, where she manages a research program focused on chimpanzee health and infant development. Elizabeth serves on the faculty of Franklin & Marshall College, and is on the board of directors for Chimp Haven, a chimpanzee sanctuary in Louisiana. National Geographic Fellow (2019) Sandesh Kadur creates wildlife documentary films and photography books that expose the need to conserve threatened species and habitats. His films have appeared worldwide on National Geographic, the BBC, the Discovery Channel, and elsewhere. Sandesh joined. Steve Boyes and the National Geographic Okavango Wilderness Project team in Botswana to document a 360-degree video series, The Okavango Experience. His many awards include CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year, and the International Conservation Photographer award.

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Our next flight brings us to Cape Town, arriving in time for a special dinner. Weather permitting, ride a cable car up Table Mountain the next morning. Take a flight-seeing helicopter ride to the Cape of Good Hope, Africa’s southwesternmost point. In the afternoon, return to Cape Town by coach along the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive, and stop to see the African penguins at Boulders Beach. Enjoy dinner and local vintages in the Constantia wine region. The next day, choose to explore the sites of Cape Town, including Robben Island, the Castle of Good Hope, the District Six Museum, and the Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Or head to the Cape Winelands for private tastings and lunch at a wine estate. One&Only Cape Town

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Fly to Johannesburg and continue on a local charter flight to Phinda Private Game Reserve, where distinct habitats—from mountains and wetlands to rare dry sand forests—harbor a spectacular array of wildlife. Settle into a lodge within the park, then set off with expert rangers and trackers on an open-vehicle safari. Stop for sundowner cocktails as the sun sets, and watch for nocturnal creatures on the ride back to the lodge. On a sunrise safari drive, seek out the famed “big five”—lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and Cape buffalo—and spot some of the nearly 450 bird species seen on the reserve. After time to relax, take a late-afternoon safari. In the evening, enjoy dinner in the bush accompanied by a marimba band. andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve: Phinda Mountain Lodge, Forest Lodge, or Zuka Lodge

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Return to Johannesburg and fly by private jet to Livingstone, Zambia, home of incomparable Victoria Falls. Here, on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Zambezi River plunges off a high escarpment some 350 feet into a narrow chasm. Take a private sunset cruise, and experience the falls on foot the next morning. We cross the river into Botswana to visit Chobe National Park and meet the Chobe Angels—an all-female team of rangers—for a safari drive. Enjoy a full day on safari and a candlelit dinner at the river’s edge. The Royal Livingstone; Chobe Game Lodge

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The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including the Okavango Wilderness Project—a multinational collaboration led by National Geographic Fellow Steve Boyes to survey the biodiversity of the vast Okavango Delta and protect its unique ecosystems and wildlife populations for future generations.


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From Livingstone, fly to Zanzibar and settle into our beachfront hotel. The next day, encounter the eclectic cultural heritage of Zanzibar on a walking tour of Stone Town that includes an Omani fortress and palace, elegant mosques and churches, and ancient houses with intricately carved wooden doors. Browse the local market; head to a spice plantation to see how cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper trees grow; and look for colobus monkeys in Jozani Forest. Or sail a dhow to a nearby reef for a snorkeling excursion. Park Hyatt Zanzibar

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Our next stop is Rwanda, where you may choose to travel to Volcanoes National Park for a full day of gorilla trekking.* Follow a guide into the jungleclad hills and observe these magnificent creatures up close. Then search for golden monkeys and meet researchers at the Karisoke Research Center or return to Kigali for lunch and an afternoon visit. Or stay in Kigali to tour the city’s sites and hear from survivors at the Kigali Genocide Memorial. On our final evening, gather for a farewell dinner featuring local artists. Amakoro Songa Lodge, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, or Virunga Lodge; Kigali Marriott

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Fly by private jet to Rome and enjoy dinner at our hotel. Depart on commercial flights the next day. Hotel de Russie *Please note: As the hikes at Volcanoes National Park are arduous, your doctor’s approval is required.

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COST

$89,995

Price is per person, double occupancy. For a single room, add $8,990. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to London, United Kingdom and return from Rome, Italy is not included. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Partners Chicago, the tour operations branch of National Geographic, on flights operated by Icelandair. See the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions on pages 26 and 27 for more information. Africa by Private Jet will be operated on a Boeing 757 customized for only 57 travelers in two-by-two VIP-style seats. Visit our website or call for details. Please note: A U.S. Department of State travel advisory for Rwanda is currently in effect (travel.state.gov). We expect to operate this trip as planned, but will continue to closely monitor events in the region and will alter the itinerary if necessary.

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Circumnavigate the globe on the adventure of a lifetime, discovering some of the world’s most celebrated treasures with a team of top National Geographic Experts as you travel from Machu Picchu to Marrakech. Explore the architectural marvels of Angkor, Petra, and the Taj Mahal; encounter the incredible creatures of the Great Barrier Reef and the Serengeti Plain; and experience diverse cultures from the Polynesian paradise of Samoa to the verdant Himalayan valleys of Bhutan—all in one extraordinary expedition.

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Meet experts and fellow travelers for a reception at National Geographic headquarters, followed by a welcome dinner at our historic hotel just steps from the White House. The Hay-Adams

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Fly by private jet to Lima and board a charter flight to charming Cusco (11,200 feet). Here, meet National Geographic Grantee and master Andean weaver Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez, who has helped revive traditional Peruvian textiles. Then join National Geographic Grantee Peter Frost or one of his colleagues for a talk on his archaeological expeditions in Peru. Spend a day exploring the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, rediscovered in 1911 and excavated with support from the National Geographic Society. Examine the site’s breathtakingly precise stone architecture and learn about the Inca’s innovative engineering feats. Alternatively, head to the northwestern coast to visit the archaeological site of Trujillo, once home to the Chimú and Moche civilizations. Belmond Palacio Nazarenas or Wyndham Costa del Sol Trujillo Center (2021 departures) Wyndham Costa De Sol Trujillo (2022 departures) and Belmond Miraflores Park

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Bill Saturno Archaeologist, National Geographic Grantee

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Fly to Easter Island, located 2,300 miles off the coast of Chile. Explore the island’s ancient ruins and delve into the mystery surrounding its colossal moai statues with resident archaeologists Edmundo Edwards, Patricia Vargas Casanova, and Claudio Cristino. Visit the stone village of Orongo, the ceremonial center of the intriguing Birdman cult, and enjoy a traditional performance by the Kari Kari dance troupe. Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa

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Note: See website for experts on all Around the World by Private Jet departures.

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Cross the international date line, losing a day en route, and arrive in Samoa the following evening. On this idyllic island, known as the “heart of Polynesia,” experience Samoa’s deep reverence for hospitality, tradition, and community (known as fa’a Samoa, or “the Samoan way”). Experience a fiafia—a lively performance of dance and song. The next morning, visit a local women’s cooperative or the former homestead of Robert Louis Stevenson. Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort

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Encounter the legendary Great Barrier Reef, spanning more than 1,200 miles of islands and coral reefs. Meet National Geographic Grantee Dr. Jamie Seymour or one of his colleagues for an introduction to this fragile and biologically rich UNESCO World Heritage site. Then set out on a privately chartered vessel to explore the reef in a variety of ways. Drop to the ocean depths in a semisubmersible, go snorkeling, and sit down to a lunch at sea. Or head into the Daintree Rainforest with an Aboriginal guide to discover natural wonders and ancient culture within the oldest rainforest on Earth. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas

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Our next flight brings us to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor, the 10th-century capital of the Khmer Empire. Explore Angkor’s vast temple complex, then enjoy the option to participate in a Cambodian cooking class. Alternatively, discover the lost jungle temple of Beng Mealea. In the evening, enjoy traditional Cambodian music and dance during a private dinner on the grounds of a magnificent temple. Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor

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Fly by private jet to Kathmandu. Visit Bodhnath, Nepal’s largest stupa, and the medieval city of Bhaktapur. On select departures, meet Ben Ayers, a climber, writer, and documentary filmmaker whose work with isolated Himalayan communities has been featured in National Geographic magazine. Then take a private charter flight to Paro (7,200 feet) and settle into our stunning hotel. Meet monks at the fortified monastery of Paro Dzong and join locals at a festival attended by masked dancers and a high-ranking lama. Opt for a vigorous hike up to the legendary Taktsang Lhakhang, or Tiger’s Nest Temple (10,240 feet), which clings to a cliff high above the valley floor. Or travel to the capital city of Thimphu (7,900 feet) to see one of the largest sitting Buddhas in the world, and view thangkas and other traditional arts at the Royal Textile Academy. Dwarika’s Hotel; Zhiwa Ling Heritage

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Return to Kathmandu by charter flight, and continue by private jet to Agra. Check in to our hotel, which offers a stunning view of the Taj Mahal from every room. Encounter this iconic monument to love up close, strolling its serene gardens and examining its exquisite architecture and artistry. Later, visit Agra Fort or join local youth on a walk to the city’s lesser known monuments. Instead of the Taj Mahal, visit the red sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri and the exquisite tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, also referred to as the “baby Taj.” The Oberoi Amarvilas

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Fly to Tanzania and continue by light aircraft to one of two wilderness areas. Head deep into the savanna on safari in Serengeti National Park, one of the world’s greatest wildlife destinations; or descend into Ngorongoro Crater, a massive caldera that harbors some 25,000 animals, including endangered black rhinos. Louise Leakey or Meave Leakey—both National Geographic Explorers-at-Large—or one of their colleagues joins us to discuss the family’s historic fossil finds. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti or andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Land in Aqaba, Jordan and continue overland to ancient Petra, the abandoned capital of the Nabataean civilization that is half-built, half-carved into red sandstone cliffs. Wander through the spectacular Siq to the Treasury; and discover the royal tombs, houses, and Monastery of this intriguing city. Gather for a festive dinner and Bedouin folklore performance. Later, visit Siq al-Barid, known as “little Petra,” a smaller Nabataean site that harbors rare frescos left by this enigmatic culture. Mövenpick Resort Petra

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Fly by private jet to marvelous Marrakech. Venture into the bustling medina and visit palaces and tombs to admire splendid Moroccan architecture, mosaics, and carvings. Stroll through the lush Majorelle Gardens, once owned by Yves Saint Laurent. Later, choose to take a food tour of Djemaa el Fna square. Alternatively, head into the Atlas Mountains to experience Amazigh (Berber) culture, stopping for tea in a local home and eating a traditional lunch. On our last evening, toast our extraordinary adventure at a celebratory farewell dinner. La Mamounia

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Following breakfast, return by private jet to Washington, D.C. and connect with your commercial flight home. If you wish, enjoy complimentary accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Dulles this evening.

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COST

YO U R T R I P M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including archaeological excavations at an Inca ritual site near Cusco; a study on the response of the Great Barrier Reef to environmental stress; and numerous programs of the Big Cats Initiative, including the protection of endangered lions and cheetahs in Tanzania.

October 1–24, 2021 October 28–November 20, 2021 December 28, 2021–January 20,2022 January 23–February 15, 2022 March 16–April 8, 2022 2021: $89,995 2022: 92,995

Price is per person, double occupancy. For a single room on 2021 departures, add $8,995 and for a single room on 2022 departures add $9,295. Transportation by private Boeing 757 and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to/from Washington, D.C. is not included. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are protected by a surety bond. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Partners Chicago, the tour operations branch of National Geographic, on flights operated by Icelandair. See the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions on pages 26 and 27 for more information. Around the World by Private Jet will be operated on a Boeing 757 customized for only 75 guest travelers in two-by-two VIP-style seats. Visit our website or call for details.

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| CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA B Y P R I VAT E J E T | Journey across Central and South America—from the glacier-carved landscapes of Patagonia to the jungle-shrouded temples of Guatemala—experiencing the wonders of an entire continent in the comfort of a private jet. Stand atop the ancient ruins of the Inca and the Maya, encounter the spray of Iguaçu Falls and the engineering marvels of the Panama Canal, and revel in the delights of vibrant cities such as Cartagena, Rio de Janeiro, and Buenos Aires—all in one extraordinary journey.

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A team of National Geographic Experts will accompany this trip.

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Meet fellow travelers, staff, and experts at a reception at National Geographic headquarters, followed by a welcome dinner on the rooftop of our historic hotel, overlooking Washington’s monuments. The Hay-Adams

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Our first flight by private jet brings us across the Caribbean Sea to the walled port city of Cartagena. Ride a horse-drawn carriage through the cobblestoned colonial center, and stroll atop the city ramparts and through colorful streets on a walking tour. Alternatively, sample rich brews on a coffee tour or visit the historic San Felipe de Barajas Castle, a massive Spanish fortress overlooking the city. Later, learn about the life and work of Colombian author and Nobel Laureate Gabriel García Márquez, or opt for a culinary experience. Hotel Charleston Santa Teresa

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Arrive in Rio de Janeiro and transfer to our hotel on Copacabana Beach. Spend two full days exploring this vibrant metropolis, where beaches, lush jungles, and towering granite mountains merge to create one of the most dramatic cityscapes on the planet. Stand at the foot of 98-foot-tall art deco statue of Christ the Redeemer, and ride a cable car to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain to take in sweeping views. Visit Samba City, where Carnival performers rehearse for the annual celebration, and stop in at the lab of a National Geographic Grantee at Rio’s historic Botanical Garden, considered one of the top gardens in the world. Belmond Copacabana Palace

Archaeologist William Saturno is a National Geographic Explorer specializing in early civilizations. He has received numerous grants from the Society to support his ongoing excavations of ancient Maya murals in Guatemala. His breakthrough discovery at San Bartolo of the oldest intact Maya murals yet found became the focus of the National Geographic magazine articles “The Sistine Chapel of the Early Maya” in December 2003 and “The Dawn of Maya Gods and Kings” in January 2006. Outside of Mesoamerica, Bill has conducted archaeological research in the American Southwest, Bolivia, Cambodia, and Peru. Wade Davis is an ethnographer, writer, photographer, and filmmaker whose work has taken him from the Amazon to Tibet, Africa to Australia, and Polynesia to the Arctic. An Explorerin-Residence at the National Geographic Society from 2000 to 2013, he is currently professor of anthropology and the BC leadership chair in cultures and ecosystems at risk at the University of British Columbia. Wade holds degrees in anthropology and biology, and received his Ph.D. in ethnobotany— all from Harvard University. Primarily through the Harvard Botanical Museum, he spent over three years in the Amazon and Andes as a plant explorer, living among fifteen indigenous groups in eight Latin American nations. National Geographic Emerging Explorer Tamara Merino is a Colombian-born documentary photographer based in Chile who has covered human and sociocultural issues across Central and South America. Tamara’s work has appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, and Der Spiegel, among many other publications. Her National Geographic–sponsored “Underland” project investigates subterranean and cave-dwelling communities around the world. Tamara is a fellow of the International Women’s Media Foundation and an honoree of the 2020 Magnum Foundation’s Inge Morath Award.

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Spanning two countries and nearly two miles, Iguaçu Falls is made up of 275 cascades and surrounded by the Atlantic Forest—a biodiversity hotspot that is home to around 20,000 species of plants, as well as thousands of wildlife species. View this majestic World Heritage site from unique angles along the nature paths that wind across our hotel’s lush grounds, keeping an eye out for tapirs, giant anteaters, sloths, and howler monkeys. Choose from a variety of ways to explore the falls and the Atlantic Forest from both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides: embark on a Zodiac ride that goes behind the falls; witness the powerful cascades of the famed Devil’s Throat; or see some 150 bird species at the Parque das Aves. Belmond Hotel das Cataratas

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Fly to Punta Arenas, Chile and continue by charter flight to Puerto Natales, located outside Torres del Paine National Park. Enjoy two days to discover Patagonia’s spectacular, glacially sculpted landscapes—from soaring granite spires to turquoise lakes and sweeping grasslands. The park is home to an array of fascinating creatures, including eagles, condors, foxes, guanacos, and indigenous rheas. On a range of hiking and horseback-riding excursions, encounter Grey Lake and its incandescent ice, see the staggering Paine massif, and hike through beech forests along the shore of Blue Lagoon. Explora Patagonia Note: A limited number of upgrades are available at Awasi Patagonia.

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Fly to Buenos Aires and transfer to our hotel in the stylish Recoleta district. On a walking tour the next morning, visit Recoleta Cemetery, the final resting place of first lady Eva “Evita” Perón and many of the country’s political and cultural icons. Stroll across the Plaza de Mayo, and see the Casa Rosada, the presidential palace where Eva Perón addressed adoring crowds from her balcony. Explore the whimsical La Boca neighborhood and Puerto Madero, known for its creative use of repurposed warehouses and docks. Take a tango lesson or an art-themed bike tour, step behind the scenes at the Colón Theater, or visit a silversmith’s workshop. On our final day here, head outside the city to a family-owned estancia, or traditional ranch, and get immersed in the culture of Argentina’s gauchos. Alvear Palace Hotel

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Land in Panama City and transfer to the Biomuseo, Frank Gehry’s only architectural work in Latin America. Browse exhibitions on Panama’s biodiversity and sit down to a private dinner in the extraordinary atrium. At the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center the next day, search for a kaleidoscope of tropical birds, as well as sloths, coatis, and more. Then cruise a portion of the Panama Canal on a private boat or venture into the rainforest to visit an indigenous Embera village. American Trade Hotel

Arrive in Lima and set out by local air on one of three excursions. Fly to the ancient Inca capital of Cusco (11,200 feet), and meet with National Geographic Grantee and master Andean weaver Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez. Then ride a privately chartered train through the beautiful Sacred Valley of the Inca, arriving at Machu Picchu (8,000 feet). Explore the iconic citadel, excavated with support from the National Geographic Society. Belmond Palacio Nazarenas Alternative: Take a local flight to Lake Titicaca (12,500 feet). From our superb lakefront hotel, cruise to the floating Uros Islands, made entirely of reeds, and visit Taquile Island. Hike or bike between the quaint villages of the altiplano, or go birding with an expert. Titilaka Lodge and Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel Alternative: Head to the Amazon rainforest and settle in to a stunning jungle lodge on the banks of the Madre de Dios River. Explore by foot and dugout canoe with naturalists, seeking out caimans, river otters, monkeys, macaws, and much more. Take a canopy walk and go on a nocturnal tour of the forest. Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción and Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel

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Fly by private jet to Flores, the gateway to Tikal—one of the largest cities in the Classic Maya world. Delve into the world of the ancient Maya as you explore this ceremonial center and its towering pyramid temples. Then fly to Guatemala City and transfer to Antigua. Enjoy two full days to get to know this beautiful city ringed by volcanic peaks. Take a walking tour of the colonial center, and choose to visit a coffee farm, hike up Pacaya volcano, or try Guatemalan recipes during a cooking class. Gather for a special farewell dinner on our final evening. Porta Hotel Antigua

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Following breakfast, fly to Miami and connect with your commercial flight home.

I N F O R M AT I O N DAT E

February 19–March 12, 2022

COST

$79,995

Price is per person, double occupancy. For a single room, add $7,995. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Washington, D.C. and return from Miami, Florida is not included in the expedition cost. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are protected by a surety bond. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Partners Chicago, the tour operations branch of National Geographic, on flights operated by Icelandair. See the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions on pages 26 and 27 for more information. Central and South America by Private Jet will be operated on a Boeing 757 customized for only 75 guest travelers in two-by-two VIP-style seats. Visit our website or call for details. Please note: A U.S. Department of State travel advisory for Guatemala is currently in effect (travel.state.gov). We expect to operate this trip as planned, but will continue to closely monitor events in the region and will alter the itinerary if necessary.

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Join hosts Susan Goldberg, editor in chief of National Geographic magazine, and Thorold Barker, editor for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa for The Wall Street Journal—as well as a team of experts—for an epic journey to centers of creativity and innovation across the globe. Experience the convergence of ancient traditions and modern advances while exploring historic sites and cutting-edge research facilities, and meet a host of representatives from National Geographic and The Wall Street Journal who are working on the ground in intriguing destinations from Seoul to Helsinki.

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OUR EXPEDITION TEAM

HELSINKI, FINLAND

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ULAANBAATAR OR GOBI, MONGOLIA SE OUL, SOUTH KORE A SAMARKAND, UZBEK ISTAN

KYOTO, JAPAN SHE NZHE N, CHINA AND HONG KONG

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Arrive in Seattle and meet your experts and fellow travelers at a welcome reception and dinner. The next morning, board the private jet for our flight to Japan, losing a day as we cross the international date line. Four Seasons Seattle

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The following National Geographic Experts and Wall Street Journal journalists will accompany this expedition. Visit our website for full biographies of all 15 experts and editors that we will meet on this trip.

OUR HOSTS Editor in Chief of National Geographic magazine, Susan Goldberg heads up all publishing ventures for National Geographic. Under her leadership, the magazine received a Pulitzer Prize nomination for its January 2017 issue on gender. Susan will accompany the expedition from Mongolia to Boston. Thorold Barker is editor for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa for The Wall Street Journal and Dow Jones Newswires. In 2008, Thorold relaunched “Heard on the Street” as the Journal’s flagship global business and finance column. Thorold will accompany the expedition from Seattle to Mongolia.

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Arrive in Osaka and transfer to Kyoto, where we are joined by The Wall Street Journal Asia Digital Editor Yumiko Ono and engineer, architect, and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Arthur Huang. Visit the cutting-edge laboratory of Shimadzu, a leading manufacturer of medical instruments; see creative minds at work at the Kyoto Handicraft Center; attend a talk by the president of HOSOO, a textile company founded in 1688; and hear how the GO ON consortium merges technology and tradition. Later, delve into the bustling Nishiki Market in Gion to explore the shops and restaurants. The following day, choose to take a guided walk in the bamboo groves of Arashiyama; visit Ryoanji temple and its Zen garden; or explore Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion. Alternatively, visit centuries-old wooden townhouses called machiya, and enjoy a cooking class. At Kyoto University of the Arts, see the Ultra Factory, designed by renowned artist Kenji Yanobe, and meet a professor to discuss the Open Innovation Project. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

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Fly by private jet to Seoul. Ascend to the top of N Seoul Tower for an unparalleled view of the city, and gain insights into the geopolitics of the Korean peninsula during a panel discussion with Wall Street Journal reporter Andrew Jeong. Later, meet with scientists for a discussion on advances in human brain research. Get acquainted with Buddhist traditions, then explore Korean customs at a cooking class or at a demonstration on hanbok, traditional formal attire. Enjoy dinner in the former residence of South Korea’s first president. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul

Alexander (Alec) Murphy is a geography professor at the University of Oregon, as well as senior vice president of the American Geographical Society, and a frequent advisor on National Geographic education initiatives. Robert Lee Hotz is a science journalist for The Wall Street Journal who has covered stories from Silicon Valley to Antarctica. He is a two-time finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and shared a 1995 Pulitzer Prize for breaking news.

National Geographic Photography Fellow David Guttenfelder focuses on global geopolitics, conservation, and culture. He is an eight-time World Press Photo award winner, and a seven-time Pulitzer Prize finalist.

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Touch down in Shenzhen, a former fishing village that was designated China’s first Special Economic Zone in 1980 and has since become an epicenter of entrepreneurship and innovation. In tonight’s panel discussion, examine groundbreaking studies on well-being and traditional Chinese medicine with National Geographic magazine Senior Editor Peter Gwin. After a city tour the next morning, venture into a chengzhongcun, an “urban village” set among the skyscrapers; or visit a traditional community of ethnic Hakka people. Visit the showroom at DJI, whose consumer and professional drones are changing the landscape of storytelling and exploration. On our final day, cross into Hong Kong and take in spectacular views from Victoria Peak, or stay in Shenzhen to tour ancient neighborhoods and artist workshops. Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen

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Fly to the Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar and continue by charter flight to the Gobi. Settle into traditional ger tents at Three Camel Lodge. Gather to hear paleontologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer Federico Fanti discuss new methodologies for curbing illegal fossil trade in the Gobi. Visit the mesmerizing Moltsog Els sand dunes and the Flaming Cliffs, and hike the dramatic canyons of Yol Valley. Ride horseback, meet a nomadic family for tea, and learn how to construct a ger. Watch a demonstration of the traditional sports of the Naadam festival, and take a sunset photo walk with our National Geographic photographer. Alternatively, stay in Ulaanbaatar to visit the National Museum of Mongolia and the Gandantegchinlen Monastery, then go hiking and horseback riding in beautiful Gorkhi-Terelji National Park. Experience a Buddhist shaman ceremony and a traditional musical performance, and see the 130-foot statue of Genghis Khan. Three Camel Lodge or Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar and Terelj Hotel

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Depart for Samarkand, an important stop on the legendary Silk Road trade route. Examine the remarkable history and architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage site, including the Gur-e Amir Mausoleum and the exquisite madrassas on Registan Square. Attend a performance by a youth dance troupe. Then join archaeologist and National Geographic Editor Kristin Romey to discuss the impact of the Silk Road on urbanization in Europe and Asia and the future of regional trade. After a walk through the timeless Siab Bazaar, tour an archaeological site, hike through villages in the Gissar foothills, or participate in a craft workshop. Our final evening, sit down to an Uzbek feast overlooking a majestic madrassa. Hotel Emir Han

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The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including a study that used satellite imagery to crowd-source archaeological discoveries in Mongolia; the Extreme Ice Survey, which documented glacial retreat in Iceland and elsewhere around the world; and grants to innovators such as Arthur Huang, who turns discarded plastics, apparel, and even cigarette butts into everything from store interiors to sailboats to skyscrapers through his company Miniwiz.


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Since leaving the Soviet Union, Estonia has become a world leader in digital development and e-government. The establishment in the 1990s of Tiigrihüpe, or the Tiger’s Leap project, sparked investment in digital infrastructure and information technology education, which has put Estonia at the forefront of cyber technology. At a reception in Tallinn’s old town, discuss the impact of digital communication and imaging on society with Wall Street Journal Deputy Chief News Editor Gráinne McCarthy. Journey through Estonia’s fascinating history on a city tour the next day. Visit the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre for a performance in a new concert hall, or attend a lecture at Tallinn University of Technology before dinner at one of the country’s top restaurants. Hotel Telegraaf

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Cross to Finland by ferry, and gather for a reception with Wall Street Journal reporter Ann Simmons, who will share insights on climate change and its implications for business, security, and natural resources in the Northern Hemisphere. Sail to the 18th-century fortress of Suomenlinna

for a private tour, and visit the extraordinary Temppeliaukio church. Later, enjoy a private dinner on Klippan Island. The following day you may choose to take a boat tour of the Helsinki Archipelago or a city tour by bike, enjoy a traditional sauna experience, or visit the architectural masterpiece of Hvitträsk. After lunch, go kayaking or visit the Kiasma Museum or the Amos Rex Art Museum. The next morning, fly by private jet to Ivalo, the gateway to Arctic Lapland, home of the ethnic Sami people. Tour the Sami Parliament and the Siida Sami Museum, or visit a reindeer farm to hear traditional Sami music and try lasso throwing. Alternatively, learn about Lapland’s 19th-century gold rush at the legendary gold fields. Hotel Kämp; Star Arctic Hotel

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Fly to Iceland. After a tour of Reykjavík, attend a panel discussion on renewable energy featuring glaciologist and National Geographic Emerging Explorer M Jackson. Set out for the Golden Circle, exploring Thingvellir National Park, the geothermal landscape of Geysir, and Gullfoss waterfall. Later, enjoy a soak in the Blue Lagoon. On our final day, take a thrilling snowmobile ride across Langjökull, Iceland’s second largest glacier, and descend into the magma chamber of a dormant volcano alongside expert guides. Or choose to visit an Icelandic horse farm for a trail ride and lunch with the family. Toast our expedition at a gala farewell dinner at Harpa concert hall. Reykjavík Konsulat Hotel

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Fly to Boston and connect with your commercial flight home, or stay an extra night at the Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor. Optional Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

I N F O R M AT I O N DAT E

August 21–September 13, 2021

COST

$94,995

Price is per person, double occupancy. For a single room, add $9,495. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Seattle, Washington and return from Boston, Massachusetts is not included in the expedition cost. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are protected by a surety bond. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Partners Chicago, the tour operations branch of National Geographic, on flights operated by Icelandair. See the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions on pages 26 and 27 for more information.

The Future of Everything: Exploring Global Innovation by Private Jet will be operated on a Boeing 757 customized for only 75 guest travelers in two-by-two VIP-style seats. Visit our website or call for details.

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OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS AFRICA BY PRIVATE JET: 07/21-08/09/21*; THE FUTURE OF EVERYTHING: EXPLORING GLOBAL INNOVATION BY PRIVATE JET: 08/21-09/13/21*; AROUND THE WORLD BY PRIVATE JET: 10/01-10/24/21*, 10/28-11/20/21*, 12/28/21-01/20/22*, 01/23-02/15/22*, 03/16-04/08/22*; CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA BY PRIVATE JET: 02/19-03/12/22* INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY. THE RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT AND OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS BELOW (THE “AGREEMENT”) INCLUDES A WAIVER OF YOUR RIGHT TO BRING A CLASS ACTION. By registering for an “Expedition” (as defined herein), the participant (“Participant”) agrees to the Agreement. In order to secure a reservation on the Expedition, the Participant must indicate his/her acceptance of the terms of the Agreement by signing the Knowing and Voluntary Execution of Responsibility Statement and Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions, and pay a deposit. RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT National Geographic Expeditions (a division of National Geographic Partners, LLC and its subsidiary Global Adrenaline, LLC, located at 1880 Oak Avenue, Suite 100, Evanston, Illinois 60201) is the principal and is responsible for providing the Africa by Private Jet (“Africa”); The Future of Everything: Exploring Global Innovation by Private Jet Expeditions (“The Future of Everything”); Around the World by Private Jet (“Around the World”); and Central and South America by Private Jet (“Central and South America”) Expeditions (each an “Expedition”). All transportation carriers, hotels, ground operators, medical providers, and other suppliers of services connected with specific Expeditions (“Other Providers”) are not agents or employees of National Geographic Expeditions but are independent contractors over whom National Geographic Expeditions has no control. The Other Providers are solely responsible and liable for providing their respective services. The passenger tickets in use by the carriers will constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the Participant; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time the Participant is not aboard their conveyances. National Geographic Partners, LLC, its parent, subsidiaries (including Global Adrenaline, LLC), affiliates, and any co-branded sponsor, and each of their respective employees, officers, directors, successors, representatives, and assigns (collectively, for the purpose of this Agreement only, the “Released Parties”) will not be held liable for: (A) unless negligent, any damage to, or loss of, property, or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any Other Provider, including but not limited to any defect in any aircraft, watercraft, or vehicle operated or provided by such Other Provider; (B) any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government or any subdivision or agent thereof, or by acts of God, strikes, fire, flood, war, rebellion, terrorism, insurrection, sickness, quarantine, epidemics, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control; and (C) any and all claims, actions, or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services, lost profits, consequential, exemplary, indirect or punitive damages, or otherwise which may arise out of or occur during the Participant’s travel in connection with the Expedition or Participant’s travel to/from the Expedition. The Participant waives any claim against the Released Parties for any such loss, damage, injury, or death, including any right to seek consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages against the Released Parties for any reason whatsoever, except as expressly provided for herein. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right in its sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove the Participant on or from an Expedition if National Geographic Expeditions judges the Participant to be incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of participating in the Expedition (except as applicable to air transportation as provided by Part 382 of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s rules), or judges the Participant’s actions to be unsuitable for group travel. In recognition of the inherent risk of the travels and related activities in which the Participant is intending to engage, the Participant willingly and voluntarily assumes full responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage suffered by or caused by the Participant. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the published Expedition itinerary whenever, in its judgment, conditions warrant or if it deems it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of the participants. The Released Parties will not be liable for any air carrier’s cancellation or change penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket to or from the Participant’s Expedition departure city. Baggage and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Participant. OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PARTICIPANT AND THE RELEASED PARTIES WAIVE THE RIGHT TO BRING OR PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION IN CONNECTION WITH ANY DISPUTE. EXPEDITION PRICE: Africa: $89,995 per person (double occupancy) with a $8,990 single supplement. The Future of Everything: $94,995 per person (double occupancy) with a $9,495 single supplement. Around the World: $89,995 per person (double occupancy) with a $8,995 single supplement (10/01-10/24/21, 10/28-11/20/21, 12/28/21-01/20/22); $92,995 per person (double occupancy) with a $9,295 single supplement (01/23-02/15/22; 03/16-04/08/22). Central and South America: $79,995 per person (double occupancy) with a $7,995 single supplement. BASIS OF RATES: All prices are based on two persons sharing a room, unless otherwise noted. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars. The rates are based on tariffs, currency values, airfares, and third-party charges as of catalog publication date and are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. While National Geographic Expeditions will do everything possible to maintain the listed prices, if it is necessary to levy a surcharge, National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to do so and will notify the Participant at the time of final invoicing. RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS: To reserve a place on the Expedition, a deposit of $5,000 per person and a signed acknowledgement of this Responsibility Statement and Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions is required. The deposit may be made by check, wire transfer, or major credit card. Payment instructions will be shared with the Participant by National Geographic Expeditions upon initial contact. Call toll-free 1-888-227-7265 or 1-312-757-5233 to make your reservation. The second payment of $20,000 per person and final payment are payable by check or wire transfer only. Africa

Second Payment Due

Final Payment Due

11/23/20

03/23/21

The Future of Everything

12/24/20

04/23/21

Around the World (10/01/21)

02/03/21

06/03/21

Around the World (10/28/21)

03/02/21

06/30/21

Around the World (12/28/21)

05/02/21

08/30/21

Around the World (01/23/22)

05/28/21

09/25/21

Central and South America

06/24/21

10/22/21

Around the World (03/16/22)

07/19/21

11/16/21

Payment instructions for the second and final payments will be included with each invoice. With the Participant’s authorization, if the Expedition is fully booked when a Participant’s reservation request is received, National Geographic Expeditions can collect the deposit and place the Participant’s name on a waiting list in the event other participants cancel their reservations. Even if the Participant authorizes National Geographic

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After that time, National Geographic Expeditions and Liberty Mutual Insurance Company will be released from liability under the Security Agreement. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: A privately chartered Boeing 757 that departs from London, England, and returns to Rome, Italy (Africa); and departs from Seattle, WA, and returns to Boston, MA (The Future of Everything); departs from Washington, D.C., and returns to Washington, D.C. (Around the World); and departs from Washington, D.C., and returns to Miami, FL (Central and South America), as indicated in the Expedition itinerary. Deluxe or best available accommodations and all applicable taxes in the destinations and options as indicated in the catalog or on the website, from arrival at the first hotel through departure from the last hotel. All meals beginning with dinner on the first night of the Expedition and ending with breakfast on the last morning of the Expedition. All taxes; airport transfers at the beginning and end of the Expedition; group transportation; excursions; special events and activities; extensive program of options at most destinations; enrichment program, including lectures by a team of experts; services of professional staff, including an Expedition Physician; amenities package; $50,000 medical evacuation insurance (which includes minimal accident/sickness/baggage insurance) for covered reasons; bottled or potable water throughout the Expedition (during sightseeing, at scheduled meals, and in the Participant’s room); all beverages, including liquor, aboard the private jet; liquor during special events and cocktail parties on land; house wine and/or beer at lunch and dinner; nonalcoholic beverages at all scheduled meals on land; baggage handling during the Expedition; Internet access in hotels, where available; and tips or gratuities to Expedition staff, private jet crew, local guides, drivers, porters, and waitstaff. Any tips or gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total Expedition price will be at the Participant’s discretion. No refund will be made for any accommodations or services included in the Expedition price that the Participant voluntarily does not use. The exact Expedition itinerary, name and location of hotels, length of stay at each hotel, and other ground accommodations and services are set forth in the Expedition itinerary, see https://www.nationalgeographic.com/expeditions/triptypes/private-jet/, which is by this reference expressly incorporated into this Agreement. WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: Commercial airfare from the Participant’s home city to London, England, and from Rome, Italy, to the Participant’s home city (Africa); and from the Participant’s home city to Seattle, WA, and from Boston, MA to the Participant’s home city (The Future of Everything); from the Participant’s home city Washington, D.C., and from Washington, D.C., to the Participant’s home city (Around the World); and from the Participant’s home city to Washington, D.C., and from Miami, FL, to the Participant’s home city (Central and South America); optional and additional accident/baggage/cancellation insurance; passport and visa fees; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and fax fees; all beverages not mentioned above as included; hotel minibar charges; meals not scheduled by National Geographic Expeditions; any tips or gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total Expedition price; cost of pre-trip inoculations obtained as a condition of participating in the Expedition; personal medications; and any medical expenses, medical evacuation, hospitalization, or other emergency medical service not supplied by an Expedition Physician or covered by the provided medical evacuation insurance. SINGLE/SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS AND SUITE UPGRADES: A limited number of single rooms are available at an extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. National Geographic Expeditions will make reasonable efforts to assist persons requesting a roommate. Participants will be notified if a suitable roommate is found. If a roommate is not confirmed, the single rate will be charged. Suite rooms are available in some destinations; more information about them, including their extra costs, will be sent to the Participant in the months before departure. ELIGIBILITY: Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the entire Expedition. Some Expedition itineraries have minimum age requirements—call for more information. All Participants are expected to be comfortable traveling as part of a group and ready to experience cultural differences with grace. CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS: If the Participant cancels his/her reservation or changes his/ her plans, the Participant’s right to receive a refund is limited, as described in the following schedule. All requests for refunds must be sent to National Geographic Expeditions in writing via mail, fax, or email. All cancellations will become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt.

Africa

The Future of Everything

Around the World 10/01/21

Around the World 10/28/21

Around the World 12/28/21

Around the World 01/23/21 Central and South America

Around the World 03/16/22

If the Participant’s notice is received... On or before 07/21/20 From 07/22/20–11/23/20 From 11/24/20–01/22/20 From 01/23/03–01/23/21 On or after 03/24/21 On or before 08/21/20 From 08/22/20–12/24/20 From 12/25/20–02/22/21 From 02/23/21–04/23/21 On or after 04/24/21 On or before 10/01/20 From 10/02/20–02/03/21 From 02/04/21–04/04/21 From 04/05/21–06/03/21 On or after 06/04/21 On or before 10/28/20 From 10/29/20–03/02/21 From 03/03/21–05/01/21 From 05/02/21–06/30/21 On or after 07/01/21 On or before 12/28/20 From 12/29/20–05/02/21 From 05/03/21–07/01/21 From 07/02/21–08/30/21 On or after 08/31/21 On or before 01/23/21 From 01/24/21 to 05/28/21 From 05/29/21 to 07/27/21 From 07/28/21 to 09/25/21 On or after 09/26/21 On or before 02/19/21 From 02/20/21 to 06/24/21 From 06/25/21 to 08/23/21 From 08/24/21 to 10/22/21 On or after 10/23/21 On or before 03/16/21 From 03/17/21 to 07/19/21 From 07/20/21 to 09/17/21 From 09/18/21 to 11/16/21 On or after 11/17/21

The Participant will receive a refund of all deposits less a... $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund. $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund.

For Africa refunds will be processed in the manner in which payment was received. For The Future of Everything; Around the World; and Central and South America, refunds will be processed within 14 days of receipt of the Participant’s notice of cancellation. Leaving an Expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of an Expedition. If the Participant cancels and provides a substitute participant for the Expedition, the Participant will receive from National Geographic


Expeditions a full refund of money paid toward the price once the substitute participant has paid in full. A Participant who paid the deposit by credit card shall have a right to a full refund until this Agreement is signed. Please note that the costs for visas, commercial air tickets, insurance, suite upgrades, and preor post-Expedition independent arrangements may not be refundable. ITINERARY CHANGES: The Expedition itinerary and staff presented in the catalog or on the website are subject to modification and change by National Geographic Expeditions. Every reasonable effort will be made to operate the Expedition as planned, but alterations may still occur after final itineraries are sent. In addition, should unforeseen world events or conditions require the Expedition itinerary to be altered, National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to do so for the safety and best interest of the group. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to cancel any Expedition in the event inadequate enrollment makes the Expedition economically infeasible to operate, except as provided below. In such a case, National Geographic Expeditions will provide the Participant with a full refund of the monies paid to National Geographic Expeditions for the Expedition. For Africa: National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to cancel a trip for any reason. A full refund will be made after such cancellation. For The Future of Everything; Around the World; and Central and South America: National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to cancel a trip for any reason, provided National Geographic Expeditions notifies you in writing within seven days after the cancellation occurs, but no later than 10 days before the scheduled departure date. A full refund will be made within 14 days after such cancellation. National Geographic Expeditions will not cancel an Expedition less than 10 days before departure, except for circumstances that make it physically impossible to perform the Expedition. If such a circumstance occurs, National Geographic Expeditions will notify you as soon as possible; and if the trip is canceled, National Geographic Expeditions will refund all monies within 14 days. If National Geographic Expeditions makes a predeparture “Major Change” to a trip, you may cancel within 7 days of notice, or up to departure, whichever is earlier, and receive a full refund within 14 days after your decision to cancel. Only the following constitute “Major Changes:” (i) a change in the departure or return date unless the change results from a flight delay experienced by the air carrier, although a date change that National Geographic Expeditions knows of more than 2 days before the scheduled flight date or a delay of longer than 48 hours will always be considered a “Major Change;” (ii) a change in the origin or destination city of each flight leg, unless the change affects only the order in which cities named in the itinerary are visited; (iii) a substitution of any hotel or alternate hotel that is not named in the itinerary; or (iv) a price increase of more than 10 percent occurring 10 or more days before departure. If a “Major Change” occurs, National Geographic Expeditions will notify you within seven days after learning of the change but at least 10 days before the scheduled departure. If National Geographic Expeditions first knows of the “Major Change” less than 10 days before departure, National Geographic Expeditions will notify you as soon as possible. If a “Major Change” which you are unwilling to accept occurs after your initial outbound flight has been completed, National Geographic Expeditions will refund, within 14 days after your scheduled return day, that portion of your payment which applies to the service not provided. Participant’s rights and remedies set forth in this Agreement, including the procedures for major changes, shall be in addition to any other rights or remedies available under applicable law, provided Participant’s receipt of a refund constitutes a waiver of such additional rights and remedies.

challenges for Participants with limited mobility, stamina or endurance concerns, or other types of disabilities or special needs. For Expeditions with destinations outside the United States, any physical condition, diet, or treatment requiring special attention must be reported in writing when the reservation is made so that National Geographic Expeditions can determine whether or not reasonable accommodations are available. Walking and climbing stairs are required on most excursions, at many destinations and hotels, and to board and disembark aircraft at many airports. Boarding assistance will be provided at all U.S. airports, the first foreign airport after departure from the United States, and the last foreign airport before arrival in the United States, if applicable, as provided by Part 382 of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s rules, but other airports may not provide assistance. If the Participant cannot participate in the Expedition at a reasonable pace, or requires extra assistance, arrangements may be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our Expedition staff. Depending upon the nature of the arrangements, extra costs for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the Participant. If any Participant would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, he/she may feel free to do so at any time. Please call National Geographic Expeditions for further details if you require reasonable accommodation to participate on this Expedition. PHYSICIAN APPROVAL FOR TRAVEL: National Geographic Expeditions has engaged an independent physician group to staff the Expedition with a U.S.-licensed physician (“Expedition Physician”). The Expedition Physician assists National Geographic Expeditions with determining whether an individual may be able to/ ought to participate in the Expedition, and is available to Participants to provide professional medical services during the trip. The Participant understands and agrees that Expedition Physician is not an agent or employee of National Geographic Expeditions. As a condition of participation in the Expedition (except as applicable to air transportation as provided by Part 382 of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s rules), the Participant must obtain his/her personal physician’s approval to join this Expedition. National Geographic Expeditions will send the Participant a Physician Approval for Travel form for his/her personal physician to complete. The completed form should be submitted directly to the Expedition Physician at the address provided on the form. The Participant understands and agrees that Expedition Physician may share information from the completed form with National Geographic Expeditions. For the latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas visited, the Participant should consult his/ her physician and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES: The Participant agrees that, should the Participant (i) experience any injury or illness while participating in the Expedition and (ii) become incapacitated such that he/she is unable to direct his/her own care, then National Geographic Expeditions may, in its discretion, rely on the direction of: Participant’s travelling companion, if any; Participant’s emergency contact; an Expedition Physician; or other Expedition staff, to authorize any necessary medical treatment including, but not limited to: X-ray, examination, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis, or treatment and hospital care. Such treatment is to be rendered under the general or specific supervision of a physician licensed in the United States or, if in a foreign country and no U.S.-licensed physician is reasonably available, a duly licensed physician. In the event of any emergency, medical or otherwise, the Participant authorizes National Geographic Expeditions and the Expedition Physician to release any information necessary to obtain medical or other emergency services to any person providing such services. The information that may be released includes, without limitation, the information set forth on the Physician Approval for Travel form submitted by Participant.

NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION: Participants are responsible for obtaining any documents required for their participation in the Expedition prior to the trip, such as a valid passport, all visas, vaccination certificates, completed Physician Approval for Travel forms, and any other documents. To participate in the Expedition, visas and/or entry permits may be required for some countries. Acquiring visas and/or entry permits is the responsibility of the Participant. Failure to obtain necessary documents does not negate the Terms and Conditions, and any extra costs incurred for rerouting a Participant due to travel without the necessary document will be the Participant’s responsibility. National Geographic Expeditions will provide information on the necessary visas and/or entry permits in pre-departure documents; provided that National Geographic Expeditions does so for informational purposes only. Participant must verify the travel documents required for his/her travel. National Geographic Expeditions is not liable for any damages resulting from Participant’s reliance on advice provided by National Geographic Expeditions regarding travel document requirements.

PHOTOGRAPHY: National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any Expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography, videos, or recordings for promotional or commercial use. By making a reservation on the Expedition, the Participant agrees to allow his/her likeness to be used by the Released Parties and the Released Parties–authorized third parties without compensation to the Participant. If the Participant prefers that his/her likeness not be used, he/she must notify National Geographic Expeditions in writing prior to departure of the Expedition.

BAGGAGE: On the private jet, the Participant is limited to 90 pounds of checked baggage in two bags (one bag of the Participant’s choice limited to 50 pounds and one wheeled bag that National Geographic Expeditions will send to the Participant ahead of time for use on the Expedition limited to 40 pounds), plus a few smaller carry-on items like a backpack and/or camera. In certain countries, participants may fly on private light aircraft. Due to weight restrictions on these flights, the Participant will only be allowed one bag, provided to the Participant by National Geographic Expeditions, plus his/her carry-on luggage (including camera equipment). For international flights, the air carrier’s liability is limited to the actual value of the baggage but not more than 1,288 Special Drawing Rights, approximately $1,777 per participant, or amounts prescribed by applicable law, whichever is less, unless a higher value is declared at the time of check in and an appropriate excess valuation charge is paid. Baggage, when not handled by National Geographic Expeditions, and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Participant.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK: Expedition he/she is undertaking involves potentially dangerous activities, some in remote areas of the world, with a risk of illness, injury, or death which may be caused by forces of nature, illness, or by willful or criminal conduct of third parties or by terrorism. The Participant further acknowledges that weather conditions may be severe, adverse, and/or unpleasant and that medical services or facilities may not be readily available or accessible or consistent with standards in the United States during some or all of the time during which he/she is participating on the Expedition, and that when available may not be of the quality which exists in the United States.

AIRCRAFT: The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing 757 jet with 62 VIP-style seats for Africa. The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing 757 jet with 82 VIP-style seats for The Future of Everything; Around the World; and Central and South America. The air carrier for the Expedition will be Icelandair. National Geographic Expeditions and the air carrier reserve the right to substitute equivalent aircraft or scheduled service, if necessary. Participants who actually travel on scheduled service will receive only the protections applicable to such scheduled service. The Participant’s Expedition itinerary may include flights on smaller aircraft operated by local approved airline carriers. Seating on these aircraft will be economy or economy with limited business seats, based upon the configuration of the aircraft. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS: The operation of these flights may be subject to additional restrictions of the foreign governments involved, including the granting of landing rights for the flights. If the air carrier cannot obtain these rights for any particular flight leg of the Expedition, that flight leg will be canceled and alternative arrangements may be made at the discretion of National Geographic Expeditions. Alternatively, the Participant may cancel his/her reservation and receive a full refund if a flight leg is cancelled prior to first departure, or a refund of the unused itinerary if a flight leg is cancelled after first departure. COMMERCIAL AIRFARE: National Geographic Expeditions may be able to assist the Participant in reserving commercial flights from his/her home city to London, England, and from Rome, Italy, to his/her home city (Africa); from his/her home city to Seattle, WA, and from Boston, MA to his/her home city (The Future of Everything); from his/her home city to Washington, D.C., and from Washington, D.C., to his/her home city (Around the World); and from his/her home city to Washington, D.C., and from Miami, FL, to his/her home city (Central and South America), in the class of service that the Participant prefers. Please ask for details. INSURANCE: National Geographic Expeditions strongly recommends trip-cancellation, health, and accident insurance, which is available at an additional cost. For more information about and to enroll in an option available through Travel Insurance Services, visit the “Travel Insurance” section of National Geographic Expeditions’ website at natgeoexpeditions.com. Insurance premium payments are subject to the policies of the insurance carrier. The Participant certifies that either: (i) the Participant has health insurance which will cover personal accidents, medical expenses, medical evacuation, air ambulance, loss of effects, repatriation costs and all other expenses which might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay or inconvenience occurring to the Participant; or (ii) the Participant agrees to pay all costs of rescue and/or medical services that may be incurred on the Participant’s behalf. HEALTH ACCOMMODATIONS: National Geographic Expeditions welcomes travelers with disabilities on all of its trips. However, not all trips may be suitable for all travelers, and certain activities may present

Copyright of all photographs, video, and related materials created by the Participant (“Expedition Materials”) will belong to the Participant upon creation. The Participant grants to the Released Parties a nonexclusive, worldwide, irrevocable license to use any Expedition Materials provided to the Released Parties in any media for the following limited purposes: editorial use, promotion of this editorial use, promotion of the Released Parties’ travel programs, or promotion of the mission of the Released Parties.

VENUE AND WAIVER OF CLASS ACTION: Any legal action relating to or arising out of this Agreement or any claims shall be commenced exclusively in the courts of the State of Florida. THE PARTICIPANT AND RELEASED PARTIES AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN THE PARTICIPANT’S OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS, REPRESENTATIVE OR MULTI-CLAIMANT PROCEEDING, OR OTHER COLLECTIVE ACTION (SUCH AS AN ACTIONI N THE FORM OF A PRIVATE ATTORNEY GENERAL). EACH PARTY SPECIFICALLY WAIVES THE RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY. GOVERNING LAW: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any legal action relating to or arising out of this Agreement against or with respect to any of you shall be commenced exclusively in the Circuit Court in and for Orange County, Florida (or if the Circuit Court does not have jurisdiction, then before the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida (Orlando Division)); or if neither of such courts shall have jurisdiction, then before any other court sitting in Orange County, Florida having subject matter jurisdiction. PRIVACY POLICY: National Geographic Expeditions’ privacy policy can be found at https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany.com/en/. MAILING LIST: To update a mailing address, notify National Geographic Expeditions of duplicate catalogs, or to be removed from future National Geographic Expeditions mailings, please call toll-free 1-888-227-7265. OTHER: The applicable Terms and Conditions may vary from those listed above based upon the specific Expedition selected by the Participant. A copy of the final Terms and Conditions applicable to each Participant will be provided at the time of booking. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds that any provision is invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity will not affect the validity or operation of any other provision and such invalid provision will be deemed to be severed from this Agreement. COMPLETE TERMS: For the most complete and up-to-date Terms and Conditions, please see nationalgeographic.com/expeditions/terms/private-jet-terms/. Global Adrenaline, LLC is a California Seller of Travel (#2074630-40). Copyright © 2020 National Geographic Partners, LLC NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS and the Yellow Border Design are registered trademarks of the National Geographic Society, used under license. *Terms and Conditions will continue to apply to Participant for any complimentary overnight that may be offered and accepted by Participant immediately following the end of the Expedition. CST 2074630-40 Recycled Paper

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