Fred.\ Safari

Tailor-made Safari Holidays

Africa | India

Introduction

Fred.\ Holidays Safari

Travel is unique to all of us. We all have different

for, the standard of accommodation you would

ideas of what a holiday should look like and so

like to stay in and, most importantly, what

why choose an off-the-shelf product where you will

you would like to do while you’re there.

likely have to make compromises along the way?

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To truly appreciate the captivating beauty of a safari holiday, is to experience the sunset after a day of exploring and watching wildlife in its natural habitat. An unforgettable experience.”

Tailor-made travel puts you in control of the important components of your trip but,

For a safari experience like no other, look no further than our handpicked selection of tailor-made safari holidays. From five-star game reserves and eco lodges in Southern Africa to river cruises featuring safari tours in Africa and India. Each one is distinct and offers a unique experience to all.

Contents Page

Destination

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Botswana

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Kenya

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Namibia

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South African

crucially, still leaves the intricacies of booking

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Tanzania

them to our knowledgeable experts. You get

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Africa River Safari

to choose where you go, how long you’re away

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India River Safari

Botswana Safari Victoria Falls (Zambia) - Chobe River Front - Okavango Delta - Moremi Game Reserve - Nxai Pan National Park

Ten nights departing throughout 2021 & 2022 pp

From £4,599

Prices are per person based on two people sharing a room, land only departing during the low season (December 2021 to March 2022)

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Africa - Botswana

Botswana Safari Botswana is a unique country, offering visitors a glimpse of untouched wilderness, a range of landscapes and a host of different animals to discover. Three different worlds await as you visit the impressive Chobe River Front, the amazing Okavango Delta and the striking Nxai Salt Pans. Within these landscapes, you can enjoy different activities – from walking with the San bushmen in the Nxai Pans, to boat rides of the Chobe River or game drives in the Okavango Delta’s private reserves. What’s more, the tour actually starts in neighbouring Zambia, at one of the world’s seven natural wonders – the mighty Victoria Falls. From waterfalls to watering pools, viewing the world from above and walking with the rangers and bushmen, what better way to experience the power and glory of the natural world.

What’s included: • Meet & Greet upon arrival at Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport [LVI], Livingstone.

• Accommodation according to the itinerary • Meals & drinks according to the itinerary • Transfers according to the itinerary • Charter flights: Kasane Airport [BBK]-Pom Pom Camp; Pom Pom Camp-Kwando Splash Camp; Kwando Splash Camp-Kwando Nxai Pan Camp; Kwando Nxai Pan Camp-Maun Airport [MUB] • Chobe Elephant Camp, Pom Pom Camp, Kwando Splash Camp & Kwando Nxai Pan Camp: Two safari activities per day • Conservation fees & accommodation taxes • Detailed travel documents

Waterberry Zambezi Lodge, Victoria Falls (Zambia) Bed & Breakfast

Day 3-4

Chobe Elephant Camp, Chobe River Front Fully Inclusive Pom Pom Camp, Okavango Delta Fully Inclusive Kwando Splash Camp, Moremi Game Reserve Fully Inclusive Kwando Nxai Pan Camp, Nxai Pan National Park Fully Inclusive Bid farewell to Botswana as your safari draws to its end

Day 5-6 Day 7-8 Day 9-10 Day 11

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Day 1-2

Africa - Botswana

Itinerary:

Kenya Safari & Beach Stay Amboseli National Park - Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Lake Naivasha - Masai Mara - Mombasa

Ten nights departing throughout 2021 & 2022 pp

From £4,749

Prices are per person based on two people sharing a room, land only departing during the low season (December 2021 to March 2022).

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Africa - Kenya

Itinerary: Day 1-2

Ol Tukai Lodge, Amboseli National Park Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day 3

Sweetwaters Serena Camp, Ol Pejeta Conservancy Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Lake Naivasha Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5-6

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge, Masai Mara Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7-10

Voyager Beach Resort, Mombasa All Inclusive

Day 11

Bid farewell as your safari & beach stay draws to its end

Kenya Safari & Beach Stay Spectacular wildlife by day and African sunsets, nocturnal wildlife and starlit skies by night, ending with some relaxation time overlooking the Indian Ocean.

In Swahili, the word safari means ‘journey’ and this particular journey is deserving of the number one spot on your bucket list. Exploring the African savannah, its rivers, lakes and bushland by specially modified 4x4 vehicles with an expert driver guide, this tour takes you into the heart of the African bush. Here you will see for yourself the iconic wildlife of Africa; elephants, zebra, hippopotamus, rhino, lions and much, much more. This is a truly spectacular safari enjoying a great safari experience before some relaxation time by the beach.

What’s included: • Meet & Greet at Airport on arrival at Nairobi Airport [NBO] • Transfers according to the itinerary • Accommodation according to the itinerary • Meals according to the itinerary • Transportation in 4x4 vehicle

• 3 x 1/2 Litre Mineral Water Bottles per person, per day in Safari vehicle • Experienced English speaking tour guides • One way domestic flight: Mara Serena Airstrip [MRE] to Moi International Airport, Mombasa [MBA]

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• Park Entrance Fees into specified Parks and Reserves

Africa - Kenya

• All activities, visits and excursions according to the itinerary

Namibia Self-Drive Safari Mariental - Sesriem - Swakopmund - Erongo Mountains - Twyfelfontein - Etosha South - Etosha East - Waterberg Plateau National Park - Windhoek

Thirteen nights departing throughout 2021 & 2022 pp

From £2,569

Prices are per person based on two people sharing a room, land only departing during the low season (December 2021 to March 2022)

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Africa - Namibia

Namibia Self-Drive Safari Namibia is an extraordinary country with remarkable natural landscapes to explore. On this self-drive holiday, you will get a chance to discover big game Safari through Namibia’s National Parks, cities with colonial heritage and of course, the Namib Desert.

A unique destination for those looking for a different African experience, Namibia abounds with wildlife as conservation and the protection of the environment forms part of the country’s constitution. Discover the expanse of the Etosha National Park, famous for its lions, desert elephants and Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra. Explore the vast Namib Desert and the red dunes of the Sossusvlei, contrasted with the coastal city of Swakopmund and the capital Windhoek, both with a distinct German flair. The varied wildlife along the coast, the nature reserves and the desert as well as the extraordinary landscapes through which you will pass will offer you many unforgettable experiences on this amazing self-drive holiday of a lifetime.

What’s included: • Meet & Greet upon arrival at Windhoek Airport [WDH] • Accommodation according to the itinerary • Meals according to the itinerary • Rental Car: Group K/M- Standard SUV 4X2 º Rental car on a Premium Package basis, includes: CDW, TLW, PAI, unlimited mileage, location surcharge, tyre damage waiver, windscreen damage waiver, claim admin fee - only in the event of accident/theft, 1 additional driver, third party liability insurance, general public liability insurance, water and undercarriage damage and sandblasting damage • Conservation fees & accommodation taxes • Detailed travel documents & emergency contact on site

Itinerary: Day 9-10

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Day 2-3

Sossusvlei Lodge, Sesriem

Day 11

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Day 4-5

Cornerstone Guesthouse, Swakopmund Ai Aiba Rock Painting Lodge, Erongo Mountains

Day 12

Camp Kipwe, Twyfelfontein Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Waterberg Guest Farm, Waterberg Plateau National Park Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Day 13

Galton House, Windhoek Bed and Breakfast

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Day 7-8

Mokuti Etosha Lodge, Etosha East Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Bed and Breakfast Day 6

Okaukuejo Rest Camp, Etosha South

Day 14

Bid farewell to Namibia as your safari draws to its end

Africa - Namibia

Kalahari Anib Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia, Mariental

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Day 1

South African Self-Drive & Safari Port Elizabeth - Sibuya Game Reserve - Plettenberg Bay - Oudtshoorn - De Kelders - Cape Town

Thirteen nights departing throughout 2021 & 2022 pp

From £1,650

Prices are per person based on two people sharing a room, land only departing during the low season (January to June 2022).

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Africa - South Africa

South African Self-Drive & Safari South Africa is the perfect destination to go on a self-drive holiday. Enjoy the dramatic scenery, gourmet food and wine along the way, and of course stopping off for quality safari experiences and amazing wildlife encounters.

Begin your holiday in Port Elizabeth, and enjoy some tranquillity along the coast at one of its beautiful beaches.

There’s nothing quite like getting a close up view of the incredible wildlife in their natural habitats. The ultimate drive in South Africa is a drive along the famous ‘Garden Route’, sampling exquisite wines from Cape Vineyards.

There are also whales to spot at Hermanus, ostriches and meerkats in the Klein Karoo and the stunning coastal beaches of Plettenberg bay to enjoy. It’s worth visiting the charming penguin colony at Boulders Beach before reaching the buzz of city life in Cape Town.

What’s included: • Meet & Greet upon arrival & assistance through immigration, baggage collection and customs at Port Elizabeth Airport • Meals according to the itinerary • Rental Car: 1 x Group M: Ford Eco Sport Automatic or Similar º Rental car on a Premium Package basis, includes: CDW, TLW, PAI, unlimited mileage, location surcharge, tyre damage waiver, windscreen damage waiver, claim admin fee - only in the event of accident theft, 1 additional driver, one way fee within South Africa, third party liability insurance, general public liability insurance, water and undercarriage damage and sandblasting damage.

• Sibuya Game Reserve River Camp: Two activities per day, boat transfer to/from camp • Conservation fees & accommodation taxes • Detailed travel documents & emergency contact on site

Itinerary:

Day 5-6

Sibuya Game Reserve River Camp, Sibuya Game Reserve Fully Inclusive Christiana Lodge, Plettenberg Bay Bed & Breakfast

Day 7-8 Day 9-10 Day 11-13

Day 14

De Zeekoe Guest Farm & Reserve, Oudtshoorn Bed & Breakfast Cliff Lodge, De Kelders Bed & Breakfast Trevoyan Guesthouse, Cape Town Bed & Breakfast Bid farewell as your safari draws to its end

Africa - South Africa

Day 2-4

Ocean Bay Guest House, Port Elizabeth Bed & Breakfast

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Day 1

Tanzania Safari & Romance Arusha - Karatu - Eastern Serengeti - Dongwe

Eleven nights departing throughout 2021 & 2022 pp

From £5,649

Prices are per person based on two people sharing a room, land only departing during the low season (December 2021 to March 2022).

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Africa - Tanzania

Itinerary: Day 1

Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge, Arusha Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day 2-3

Day 4-6

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch Day 7-11

Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro, Karatu Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Four Seasons Safari Lodge, Eastern Serengeti

Breezes Beach Club and Spa, Dongwe Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Day 12

Bid farewell as your safari & beach stay draws to its end

Tanzania Safari & Romance Tanzania offers romantics a unique chance to combine the best of African safari with the beauty and relaxation of an island paradise!

Starting in the shadow of Kilimanjaro, this tour travels to the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater - some of the Africa’s best safari destinations! Here you get the chance to see the Big 5, with the roaring lions, plodding elephants and hungry hippos providing photos as remarkable as the stunning landscapes in which they live. Not to be missed are the host of equally interesting and lesser-known other animals that inhabit the region. What’s more, you’ll also get the chance to visit a Maasai village, welcomed by the elders - an emotive experience surely to be a highlight of your holiday!

And after all that excitement, a short flight away is the island paradise of Zanzibar awaits. Lying off Tanzania’s coast in the Indian Ocean, the crystal-clear waters and tranquil white sands of the ‘Spice Island’ welcome you for a few days of rest, relaxation and exploration of its colourful and exotic blend of culture and history.

What’s included: • Meet & greet service on arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Zanzibar Airport

• National Park, Conservation Area & Village fees & Government fees • English speaking driver guide in 4WD safari vehicle for (Day 1-7) with drinking water, other beverages & charging facilities in the vehicle • One way domestic flight: Arusa Airport [ARK] - Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, Zanzibar [ZNZ]

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• Meals according to the itinerary

Africa - Tanzania

• Transfers according to the itinerary • Accommodation according to the itinerary

Discover Africa Two nights Cape Town, four nights safari cruise, two nights Vitcoria Falls

Nine nights departing between June 2021 and Nov 2022 pp

From £9,032 Price is based on two adults sharing a room, cruise & land only departing on 5th Novemberl 2021

Experience the beauty and natural wonders of iconic Cape Town; get up close to animals in their natural habitat; and explore one of the “Seven Wonders of the World.”

Spend three nights in Cape Town, discovering its many treasures with visits to Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach and Table Mountain. You also have a choice to visit

to Namibia to embark on your Chobe River safari cruise through the wondrous Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa’s densest populations of wildlife. Encounter elephants, giraffes, leopards, zebras and buffaloes on excursions by boat and open-air vehicles. Conclude your journey with two nights at the majestic Victoria Falls. You also have the option to extend your trip in Johannesburg, following in the foot-steps of Nelson Mandela.

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Island. Next, fly to Kasane, Botswana and cross the border

Africa - River Safari

the renowned Cape Winelands, or tour famous Robben

Discover Africa What’s included: Spacious Staterooms • 4 nights deluxe accommodation in an air-conditioned balcony suite • Bottled water replenished daily

An Array of Amenities • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during the cruise and a Tour Director during programs • Game viewing deck with pool • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar

Dining and Cuisine • All onboard dining, including a traditional African dinner • Regionally inspired cuisine • Welcome Dinner • Complimentary wine, beer and local spirits

A World of Exploration • Chobe National Park safari • Exclusive private picnic in Chobe National Park • Private boat safaris along the Chobe riverbank • Visit to an African village for a unique cultural interaction

Land Program • 3 nights in upgraded luxury Table Mountain view rooms at the Cape Grace Hotel, including daily breakfast • Welcome Reception with drinks and tapas • Full-day Cape of Good Hope tour and local lunch with drinks • Cableway to the summit of Table Mountain • Cape Winelands tour including tastings and lunch OR guided visit to Robben Island followed by lunch • 2-night stay in upgraded Stable Wing rooms at the Victoria Falls Hotel, including daily breakfast • Cocktail reception aboard a vintage steam train followed by dinner • Guided tour of Victoria Falls National Park • Exclusive Sundowner Cruise with drinks and tapas • All airport transfers

Cape Town

Day 2

Cape Town

Day 3

Cape Town

Day 4

Fly to Botswana and embark Zambezi Queen

Day 5

Zambezi Queen Chobe River safaris by boat

Day 6

Zambezi Queen 4 x 4 day safari of Chobe National Park

Day 7

Zambezi Queen African village visit and afternoon safari by boat. Choice of bird watching or fishing also.

Day 8

Victoria Falls

Day 9

Victoria Falls

Day 10

Fly to Johannesburg

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Day 1

Africa - River Safari

Itinerary:

The Brahmaputra Guwahati - Tezpur - Nameri National Park - Kaziranga National Park - Sualkuchi Silk Village - Guwahati

Seven nights departing between between October 2021 and May 2023 pp

From £2,759 Price is based on two adults sharing a room, cruise only departing on 20th January 2023.

The mighty Brahmaputra river in Northern India originates high in the Himalayas before flowing through the scenic Assam Valley where UNESCO protected national parks and remote rural communities provide the traveller with the most wonderful and authentic expedition. We are pleased to operate this new program with safaris in search of the

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also visit tea plantations and artisan villages, temples and

India - River Safari

Greater One-Horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger. We

The Brahmaputra What’s included: Transfer to/from Ship, entrance fees, guide services (English language), gratuities to crew, main meals, local mineral water, jugged coffee, teas & tisanes.

Accomodation • 8 upper deck staterooms and 10 main deck staterooms • 170 square feet, finished in teak and brass • Panoramic French window • Unlimited mineral water • AC with individual control • Kimonos, slippers & spa-branded amenities • Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift • Generous closet space and under-bed storage • Complimentary evening canapés • Daily nightly turndown service • 24h laundry service • Yoga mats in all cabins

Wining & Dining • Bistro style dining room with outside seating and air-conditioning inside • Local master chef heading an experienced international culinary team • Semi-buffet breakfast, semi-buffet lunch, and seated theme dinners • Daily lean & light menu options • Complimentary local mineral water, jugged coffee, teas & tisanes • Extensive wine list with premium wines • Welcome drink on arrival • Welcome cocktail • Farewell reception • Theme dinners • 24hrs hospitality bar • Onboard bakery with daily freshly baked breads and rolls

Guwahati

Day 2

Sailing

Day 3

Tezpur

Day 4

Nameri National Park

Day 5

Kaziranga National Park

Day 6

Tea Gardens

Day 7

Sualkuchi Silk Village

Day 8

Guwahati

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Day 1

India - River Safari

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