Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce presents...

Spectacular South Africa Culture & Nature in Harmony

with Optional 3-Night Victoria Falls Post Tour Extension

13 Days ● 20 Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners

March 8 – 20, 2012

Spectacular South Africa

Highlights...Johannesburg ● Soweto ● Panoramic Route ● Kruger National Park

Safari Game Drive ● Garden Route ● Knysna ● Featherbed Nature Reserve ● Ostrich Farm Visit

Winery Tour ● Cape Town ● Table Mountain

Per Person Rates: Double $4,799 ; Single $5,549 * Included in Price:

Round Trip Air from Los Angeles Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $150 (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers

Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $260 per person

Day 1: Thursday, March 8, 2012 Overnight Flight One country with a world of treasures, South Africa awaits your arrival. Breathtaking mountain scenery, winding coastlines, remarkable cultural diversity and abundant wildlife in its natural habitat comprise this incredible experience.

Day 2: Friday, March 9, 2012 Sandton, South Africa - Tour Begins Your journey begins in Sandton, a city established in 1969. Famous for its rich veins of gold and other valuable minerals, it is now the bustling cosmopolitan center of greater Johannesburg. Gather this evening with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Today dinner will be included.

Day 3: Saturday, March 10, 2012 Sandton - Soweto - Sandton Today your Tour Manager helps you discover the history of the languages you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases. A guided tour of Soweto - South West Township - showcases luxurious mansions and informal settlements as you learn about the historic significance of the area. Experience the regional lifestyle when joining locals for lunch at a nearby Shebeen or house tavern. This afternoon, visit the Apartheid Museum for a look into the dynamic history of racial segregation in South Africa. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 4: Sunday, March 11, 2012 Panoramic Route - Kruger National Park Travel through the spectacular Drakensburg Mountain Range en route to Kruger National Park, the largest game reserve in South Africa. Scenic wonders surround you as you pass through the Blyde River Canyon, made mostly of red sandstone and known as one of Africa's

greatest natural wonders. Set against the triplet mountain formation of the Three Rondovals, resembling traditional round houses of the indigenous people, the canyon is the third largest in the world. Along this magnificent route you will also see Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the dramatic natural cylinders shaped by millions of years of natural erosion caused by fast flowing sand-filled waters. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 5: Monday, March 12, 2012 Kruger National Park - Safari Game Drive Have your cameras ready for an unforgettable day of adventure and excitement! Enjoy a full day open air vehicle safari game drive. A local expert leads you in search of the Big 5 - elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino - and provides insight into these fascinating animals along the way. Watch carefully - you may also see a graceful impala, dazzling zebra or gorgeous giraffe. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 6: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth Travel back to Johannesburg to board your flight to Port Elizabeth, today one of South Africa's major ports. Founded in 1820 as a place to house British settlers, this coastal town is the gateway to the Garden Route, a scenic stretch of coastline set between mountain ranges and the Indian Ocean. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 7: Wednesday, March 14, 2012 Port Elizabeth - Knysna Journey through the Tsitsikamma Forest, a natural gem along the Garden Route. Known for its gorges and steep cliffs, the indigenous forest is home to hundreds of species of birdlife. Continue along the southern coast where a

jagged shoreline meets quaint villages. Arrive in the picturesque resort town of Knysna, in the heart of the Garden Route. This afternoon, your township tour will highlight the diversity of this community followed by a touching experience as you visit a school. Learn about the efforts of the Collette Foundation and the local community to conquer the challenges of educating the children of the region. Enjoy a relaxing dinner at one of Knysna's waterfront restaurants. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 8: Thursday, March 15, 2012 Knysna Today you visit nearby Featherbed Nature Reserve. Begin with a lagoon cruise out to the famous Knysna Heads which mark the entrance to the lagoon. Next, board a 4x4 vehicle and travel deep into the forest. Discover the local flora and fauna during a leisurely-paced nature walk. Enjoy lunch amongst the ancient milkwood trees - so called because of their white latex sap - before your return cruise. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to independently explore Knysna’s charming waterfront. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 9: Friday, March 16, 2012 Knysna - Oudtshoorn - Stellenbosch Travel to Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of South Africa. Enjoy a guided tour of one of the oldest working ostrich farms in the area and, if you wish, go for a ride on one of these great birds! An outdoor barbecue lunch caps off an amazing day. Next, journey to your hotel located in the heart of the beautiful winelands region. Upon arrival enjoy a late afternoon wine tasting. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 10: Saturday, March 17, 2012 Stellenbosch - Cape Town Discover the enchanting beauty of the famous Cape Winelands region with its colorful mountainous landscape and endless vineyards as you explore today. Visit a local wine farm and learn about the history of winemaking in this region and sample a variety of blends. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch at the winery’s own restaurant located among the vines. Travel to Cape Town this afternoon. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 11: Sunday, March 18, 2012 Cape Town A panoramic tour of the beautiful harbourside city of Cape Town celebrates its noted architecture which fuses the traditions of French, German and Dutch influences. Enjoy a

thrilling ride on a cable car as it whisks you to an altitude of more than 3,000 feet, landing atop the aptly named and flat-topped Table Mountain. The views below of Cape Town, Robben Island and Lion’s Head will leave you breathless. Return to the city via Table Bay, passing through the Malay Quarter with its mosques and minarets, and stopping at the Milnerton Lighthouse. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to discover charming Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, known for its shopping and entertainment venues. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 12: Monday, March 19, 2012 Cape Town Explore the coastal scenery and charming towns that populate the Cape Peninsula. Travel out to Cape Point, stopping for a visit with the

penguins at Boulder Beach. On your return, explore the fascinating and famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, home to over 5,000 species of plants native to South Africa. This evening, experience a unique farewell to Africa as you enjoy an after-hours guided tour of the fascinating African Gold Museum, followed by a traditional African dining experience! Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 13: Tuesday, March 20, 2012 Cape Town - Tour Ends Your tour ends today in Cape Town. Today breakfast will be included.

YOUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Overnight Flight Day 2, 3 Southern Sun Katherine Street Hotel, Sandton Day 4, 5 Sabi River Sun Resort, Kruger National Park Day 6 Southern Sun Garden Court King's Beach, Port

Elizabeth Day 7, 8 Graywood Hotel, Knysna Day 9 Spier Hotel, Stellenbosch Day 10 – 12 Southern Sun Waterfront, Cape Town

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

The “Collette Foundation” is an employee-run, global initiative connecting Collette employees, its vendors, and travelers like you with partner communities worldwide in our mission to improve the quality of life for children worldwide – one project at a time.

Please Note:

Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.

To complete your vacation, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.

For passengers transiting via Europe, an additional overnight flight will be required. Day rooms or overnight stays can be arranged for a cost upon request.

Triples are not available on this tour. Rooms to accommodate a child are limited and available on request only.

Many activities in this itinerary include walking on uneven terrain, or require significant walking at times. Some of the unique experiences, such as visiting historical areas, means accessing locations by foot because motorcoaches are restricted. If you require a walker or wheelchair, or have difficulty walking, you may not be able to access some of these areas and may want to consider an alternate Collette vacation. Our travel counselors can provide additional information or assistance to help you determine the perfect trip for you.

*Please note that Collette Foundation sites may not be available for visits due to school holidays or programming challenges.

The internal flights on this program are not included in the land price of your vacation. These flights need to be arranged and purchased separately if you arrange your own air. Internal flights are included with the air portion of your vacation if you purchase air through Collette Vacations. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Malaria pills are recommended when visiting Kruger National Park. Consult your physician 2-3 weeks prior to departure. Table Mountain Cableway is subject to change due to weather. Each client is responsible for proper documentation and inoculations that may be required and/or recommended to participate on this tour. Please contact your local travel clinic or personal physician for specific details on the destinations you are traveling to and from. Collette Vacations air passengers will arrive on Day 2 at Johannesburg airport. All transfers on Day 2 will be from Johannesburg airport to Sandton.

Important Passport Information: Passports must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the intended period of stay, plus you must have at least 2 blank pages remaining in your passport to allow the entry visa to be issued for South Africa. Failure to comply with this law will result in denied entry.

Leanna Rodgers, Trade Development Consultant ● Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

(562) 436-1254 ● travel@lbchamber.com

IMPORTANT RESERVATION INFORMATION Important Passport Information: Passports must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the intended period of stay, plus you must have at least 2 blank pages remaining in your passport book to allow the entry visa to be issued for South Africa. Failure to comply with this law will result in denied entry. These pages are in addition to the endorsement/amendment pages at the back of the passport.

Passports and Visas are required for this tour at your expense. Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity from date of return home. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements. IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

*Airline Charges: Airline Fuel Surcharges: Our air inclusive vacations are priced including airline fuel surcharges valid at time of print. These fuel surcharges are assessed by the airlines and are subject to increase without notice. Government taxes and fees are additional. Taxes and Fees: Government and Other Authority Taxes and Fees are not included in base fare but are included in the tax amount listed: September 11th Security Fee up to $10.00, Passenger Facility Charge (PFCs) of up to $18 per passenger, Federal Domestic Flight Segment Fee of up to $3.50 USD applies per passenger, per segment, US or International Departure and Arrival Fees up to $350 which vary by itinerary. In order to better serve you, once you complete the booking process your invoice will display your vacation land package, base airfare, fuel surcharge and all taxes and fees as separate line items. Airfares are subject to change. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight or departure date. Checked Baggage Charges: Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for detailed information regarding your airline's checked baggage policies, as fees vary by airline and destination.

Cancellation Charges for this tour: After your seat reduction date has passed, all of the $670 deposit will be non-refundable and retained. For Cancellation between 60-16 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 30% of total price. For cancellation between 15-1 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 50% of total price. For cancellation on the day of departure and after: 100% of total price. For Ocean Cruises: For cancellation between 90-61 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 35% of total price. For cancellation between 60-31 days prior to departure: 60% of total price. 30 or fewer days prior to departure: 100% of total price. For River Cruises: including Europe, Russia, Egypt and China, 90-61 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 50% of total price. For cancellation between 60-31 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 85% of total price. For cancellation 30 or fewer days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 100% of total price. For Galapagos and Antarctica: A cancellation fee of 60% will apply for cancellation between 120-90 days prior to departure; A cancellation charge of 100% will apply for cancellation less than 90 days prior to departure. Cancellation protection is highly recommended and must be purchased at time of deposit. Air rates are subject to change until tour is paid in full. If waivers have not been purchased and a reservation is cancelled for any reason prior to departure - Air is 100% non-refundable once paid in full. Cancellation charges also apply to reservations made for "pre" and "post" night accommodations. Purchase of Waiver and Insurance guarantees a full refund of all payments (including deposit), except the Waiver and insurance fee itself, made to Collette Vacations for travel arrangements in case of cancellation of your travel plans for any reason prior to the day of departure. The Waiver and Insurance does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual's Traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. Upon cancellation of transportation or travel services where you, the customer, are not at fault and have not canceled in violation of the terms

and conditions above, you will be refunded 100%. Please see your sales agent for more information, or review our brochure for details.

Consumer Protection Plans: Collette Travel Service holds membership in the following highly reputable industry organizations: the United States Tour Operators Association and the American Society of Travel Agents. Each association operates a consumer protection plan to cover deposits made by travelers. Full details are available from the organizations or Collette Travel Service. Collette is pleased to give this additional protection to our clients. Our California Sellers of Travel registration number is 2006766-20. Our State of Washington Unified Business Number is 601220855. Our Nevada Sellers of Travel registration number is 2003-0279.

Responsibilities: Neither Collette Travel Services, Inc., its affiliated entities and its and their employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively "Collette"), own or operate any person or entity which is to or does provide goods or services for these trips. Because Collette does not maintain control or operate the personnel, equipment, or operations of the suppliers it uses and as such Collette assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any personal injury, death, property damage or other loss accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the suppliers or other employees or agents; (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of these suppliers; or (3) any wrongful, willful or negligent act of or omission on the part of any other party not under the supervision and control of Collette. Additionally, Collette waives any and all liability for losses or expenses due to sickness, lack of appropriate medical facilities or practitioners, weather, strikes, theft or other criminal acts, war, terrorism, computer problems, acts of God, or other such causes. All services and accommodations are subject to the laws of the country in which they are provided. Collette reserves the right to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their sole judgment, conditions warrant, or if Collette deems it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or the safety of the tour. Collette reserves the right to withdraw any tour at any time. Collette reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the tour at any time, when such action is determined by the tour manager to be in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare of the tour group or of the individual participant. Collette does not accept liability for any carrier's cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable airline or other ticket to the tour departure city and return or otherwise. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the passenger at all times. Passengers may be photographed for the promotional purposes of Collette. Payment of the deposit to Collette constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions. Passenger agrees that any dispute concerning, relating, or referring to the contract, the brochure or any literature concerning my trip, or the trip itself, shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration according to the then existing rules of the American Arbitration Association in Rhode Island. Such proceedings will be governed by substantive Rhode Island law. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including but not limited to any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable. Explorations and Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures are brands of Collette Travel Services Inc., a Rhode Island based corporation.

Photos shown are reflective of the area(s) visited, but may not be included in the actual tour itinerary.

Extend Your Vacation With...

Optional 4 Days 3-Night Victoria Falls Post Tour Extension Rate: $1,899.00 USD per person, double, land & air inclusive

5 Meals: 3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 13: Cape Town - Johannesburg - Zimbabwe

Fly this morning to one of the world's natural wonders, Victoria Falls, and transfer to the Victoria Falls Hotel, known as the "grand old lady of the falls." This evening, enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Zambezi River, taking in the majestic African sunset.

Day 14: Victoria Falls Early this morning you will enjoy an elephant back safari and a chance to meet African elephants up close. After breakfast, you have an opportunity to interact with the residents of a local village. Following lunch with a local family, take a walking tour of Victoria Falls, truly one of the “Seven Wonders of the World.” Shop at a local curio

market before returning to your hotel. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 15: Victoria Falls

Enjoy the day at leisure or choose an optional full day excursion* to Chobe National Park in Botswana, home to an abundance of wildlife and game. Today breakfast will be

included.

Day 16: Victoria Falls - Johannesburg - Tour Ends

Later this afternoon, board your international flight home. Today breakfast will be included.

Please Note: This extension is fully escorted by a local representative who provides all included services. A minimum of 4 passengers is required for this extension to operate. Malaria pills are recommended when visiting Zimbabwe and Botswana. Consult your physician 2-3 weeks prior to departure. Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request. *A valid Visa is required for Zimbabwe at an approximate cost of $30 USD for US citizens. A multiple entry visa is required for Zimbabwe if you wish to purchase the optional Chobe day tour. Multiple entry visa cost is $45 USD for US citizens. The Visa may be purchased upon arrival. The Chobe day tour must be purchased a minimum of 7 days prior to arrival in Zimbabwe to ensure availability.