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WILD INDIA

India

9 Days/8 Nights

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About andBeyond

andBeyond is a pioneering, experiential travel company that offers

forward-thinking, global travellers an exclusive experience of the

world as it should be; a world that is in balance with itself. We go

beyond mere luxury to enrich your guests’ experience through our

core ethos of Care of the Land, Care of the Wildlife, and Care of the

People. andBeyond has 29 exquisite safari lodges and camps across

Africa and South America, and we also design personalised, high-end

tours in 15 African countries, India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Chile,

Argentina, Ecuador and Peru

Welcome to India

India is the world’s largest democracy and covers an area of 3,287,263

sq. km, stretching from the high Himalaya in the North, to the southern

tropical rain forests and flanked by the Arabian Sea in West and The

Indian Ocean in the East. In the shape of a triangle, India's topography

is greatly varied in that there are deserts and rain forests; much of its

land is comprised of fertile river plains and high plateaus. A vast

country of over 1.2 billion people, and contains more different

languages, religions, races and cultures than any other country in the

world. India offers the traveler a multitude of unique experiences

ensuring an unforgettable visit. From the vibrant and bustling markets

and extravagant festivals to the serenity of a mountain retreat, India is

a destination that will touch your soul.

Highlights of the Itinerary:

Delhi – Guided tour of Old and New Delhi

Exotic Indian wildlife on game drives in Kanha & Bandhavgarh

National Park

Specially created for

Culture & Wildlife

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8 nights / 9 days

1 – New Delhi (Day 1,2)

2 – Kanha (Day 3,4,5)

3 – Bandhavgarh (Day 6,7,8)

AN &BEYOND CUSTOM-DESIGNED ITINERARY

DATE SERVICE ACCOMMODATION

Day 1 Meet and Greet at Delhi Airport

Transfer from Delhi airport to the Hotel

2 nights at Taj Mahal Hotel Delhi

Deluxe room –BB Basis

Day 2 Sightseeing in Delhi

Day 3 Flight from Delhi to Jabalpur

Met on arrival and chauffeured to Kanha (04-hour drive)

3 nights at Banjaar Tola Kanha

Luxury Tent –JB basis

Day 4 & 5 Morning and Afternoon safari at Kanha National Park

Day 6 Drive to Bandhavgarh (approx. 05 hour 30-minute drive)

03 nights at Mahua Kothi Bandhavgarh

Luxury Cottage – JB Basis

Day 7&8 Morning and Afternoon safari at Bandhavgarh National Park

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Day 9 Today after morning safari, you will be chauffeured to Jabalpur

airport (04-hour drive) for your flight to Delhi

Arrive Delhi Domestic airport and chauffeured to Delhi

International airport

GLOSSARY

BB = Bed and breakfast

FI = Fully inclusive

JB = Jungle board Basis (Bed, All Meals and Safaris on shared jeep basis)

Please Note: The new safari regulation being implemented by the park authorities, has made it mandatory

for all registered safari vehicles of the park, whether privately owned or belonging to the lodges, be

allocated to visitors on a rostered basis. Thus, vehicles from our lodge cannot be any longer guaranteed for

safaris but a vehicle from the day’s roster from the common pool for vehicles will be used for the activity.

Though this change is being challenged in the courts there has been no conclusion on the lawsuit yet.

On Wednesdays, afternoon game drives are not operational in Madhya Pradesh Parks as per government

regulations. Optional activities are offered to our guests at the lodge which they can take when they arrive

at the lodge.

ENTRY/VISA REQUIREMENTS

As for all international travel, the visitor to India is required to be in possession of a valid passport and

visa. Travellers from all countries need a visa. Enquire about this from the Indian diplomatic

Representatives abroad OR apply online at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html

Boarding or immigration can be denied if there is a mismatch of passport details mentioned on the

visa letter issued by the Government of India and the passport presented at these checks.

The passport has to be valid for a minimum of 6 months AFTER the departure date from India and at

least 2 (two) clear pages available in the passport for immigration stamping.

SATELLITE PHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN INDIA

“The Government of India has banned the use of Satellite Phones across the country - it is a criminal

offence to be in possession of such a phone and use of the same as well in India.”

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Day 1- New Delhi

You arrive at Delhi’s International Airport Terminal 3(flight details to

be advised). On arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your

andBeyond India host and chauffeured to ‘Taj Mahal Hotel’

Check in at Hotel Taj Mahal Hotel.

At the heart of New Delhi, lies, arguably, the most distinguished address

in India's capital. On Number One Mansingh Road stands a tribute to

timeless hospitality and service, complementing the broad boulevards

and leafy splendour of Delhi's chief architect, Edwin Lutyen’s.

Spend two overnights at Taj Mahal Hotel. Accommodation is in Deluxe

Room with ensuite facilities. Your stay is on bed & breakfast basis.

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Day 2 - New Delhi

Morning proceed on a full day city tour of Old Delhi.

Jama Masjid: The Jama Masjid is the principal mosque of Old Delhi in

India. Commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, builder of the

Taj Mahal, and completed in the year 1656 AD, it is the largest and

best-known mosque in India. It lies at the origin of a very busy central

street of Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk.

Chandni Chowk: Chandni Chowk (or the Silver Street) was once the

grandest of markets in India. Enjoy the colourful cycle rickshaw ride on

the main street of Old Delhi.

Enjoy a Rickshaw ride which will go through the narrow lanes of Old

Delhi.

If you wish the guide can take you to a nice restaurant where you can

have lunch (on direct payment basis)

After the lunch break with the same guide your sightseeing will

continue in New Delhi. This will include:

Drive through Lutyen’s Delhi, driving past Rashtrapati Bhavan, India

Gate and the Old Secretariat.

Humayun’s Tomb - Humayun's tomb is a complex of buildings built as

the Mughal Emperor Humayun's tomb, commissioned by Humayun's wife

Hamida Banu Begum in 1562. It was the first garden-tomb on the Indian

subcontinent and is located in Nizamuddin East. It was also the first

structure to use red sandstone at such a scale. The complex was

declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.

Qutub Minar - The Qutub Minar, a tower in Delhi, India, is at 72.5

meters the world's tallest brick minaret. Construction commenced in

1193 under the orders of India's first Muslim ruler Qutub-ud-din Aibak.

The Qutub Minar is notable for being one of the earliest and most

prominent examples of Indo-Islamic architecture. It is listed as a

UNESCO World Heritage Site.

After sightseeing you will return to the hotel.

Overnight stay at Taj Mahal Hotel Delhi.

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Day 3/4/5 – Delhi / Jabalpur / Kanha National Park

Today you will be chauffeured to Delhi airport for your flight to

Jabalpur.

You will be met by our &Beyond driver at Jabalpur airport and

chauffeured to Kanha (approx. 04-hour drive – one way)

You will arrive at “Taj Safaris Camp Banjaar Tola, Kanha”.

Overlooking the lush forests and grassy meadows of Kanha National

Park, at Banjaar Tola Kanha Tented Camp you are one with the

environment. Admire stunning river views from the privacy of your own

veranda or share the experiences of the day on dramatic decks facing

the Banjaar River.

Kanha National Park has ideal habitat for tigers and their prey species.

Prime tiger wilderness, it was one of the first areas to be protected

under Project Tiger and is one of the largest conservation areas today.

Lush Sal and bamboo forests are interspersed with vast grassy meadows

while the Banjaar river forms the southwestern border of the park and

provides a steady water source for the abundant wildlife.

Experience your schedule morning and afternoon schedule game drives

at Kanha National Park by shared jeep

Spend three overnights at Taj Safaris Tented Camp “Banjaar Tola”.

Accommodation is in Luxury Tent with ensuite facilities. Your stay is

on full board basis with schedule game drives

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Day 6/7/8 – Kanha / Bandhavgarh National Park

Today after your morning safari you will be chauffeured to

Bandhavgarh (approx. 05 hour 30-minute drive- one way).

You will arrive at “Taj Safaris Lodge Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh”.

Guests in search of an authentic jungle experience won't be

disappointed at Mahua Kothi Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge, where just 12

kutiyas scattered around an original homestead disappear into the

bamboo fronds. Given over to natural forest, the vast grounds create a

park-like atmosphere that guests are free to explore on bicycles

invitingly parked in the private courtyards of their jungle suites.

Bandhavgarh is an exceptional national park and boasts of one of India's

highest concentration of tigers. An essential stop on any serious tiger

safari. A relatively small park with a thriving tiger population, it offers

guests a good chance of encountering the king of the jungle as well as

a selection of other interesting central Indian flora and fauna. Cradled

between the picturesque Vindhya and Satpura ranges Bandhavgarh has

a breathtaking mixture of dense green valleys and rocky hills.

Experience morning and afternoon schedule game drive at Bandhavgarh

National Park by shared jeep

Spend three overnights at Taj Safaris Lodge “Mahua Kothi”.

Accommodation is in Luxury Cottage with ensuite facilities. Your stay

is full board basis with schedule game drive.

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Day 9 – Bandhavgarh / Jabalpur / Delhi

Today after your morning safari you will be chauffeured to Jabalpur

airport for your flight to Delhi.

On arrival, you will have a fond farewell before you connect your

onward flight.

(International flight to be booked and issued by the guest)

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RATES

PRICE VALIDITY Per person sharing

15 Oct 2020 – 30 April 2021 5269 USD per person

NOT VAILD

22 Dec 2020 – 04 Jan 2021

Flights

DATE/DAY FROM/TO FLIGHT NUMBER TIME

Day 03 Delhi to Jabalpur Spice Jet Airways # SG 2871 Dep: 10:10 Hrs; Arr: 1200 Hrs

Day 09 Jabalpur to Delhi Spice Jet Airways # SG 2872 Dep: 1630 Hrs; Arr: 1830 Hrs

Accommodation

DATE DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

Day 01 New Delhi Hotel Taj Mahal, Delhi 1 x Deluxe Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 02 New Delhi Hotel Taj Mahal, Delhi 1 x Deluxe Room (Double)

Bed & Breakfast

Day 03 Kanha Banjaar Tola, Kanha 1 x Luxury Tent (Double)

Jungle Plan

Day 04 Kanha Banjaar Tola, Kanha 1 x Luxury Tent (Double)

Jungle Plan

Day 05 Kanha Banjaar Tola, Kanha 1 x Luxury Tent (Double)

Jungle Plan

Day 06 Bandhavgarh Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh 1 x Cottage (Double)

Jungle Plan

Day 07 Bandhavgarh Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh 1 x Cottage (Double)

Jungle Plan

Day 08 Bandhavgarh Mahua Kothi, Bandhavgarh 1 x Cottage (Double)

Jungle Plan

Day 09 Bandhavgarh / Jabalpur/

Delhi / Onward

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What’s included:

Accommodation at all hotels in one Double/Twin - Room.

All transfers, sightseeing and overland trips by 01 Air-conditioned Innova in Central India.

Travel Journal

Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

All Internal Regular flights in economy class subject to change at the time of issuing.

Entrance fee and services of English speaking Local guide during sightseeing

Mineral water during sightseeing and overland trip

All current taxes as on date.

TAJ SAFARIS LODGES:

The prices are inclusive of:

Accommodation in a Double Room

Park fees

Photographic fees (non-professional)

Services of English Speaking Naturalist

Forest guide fees

Three meals daily (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Soft drinks

Teas and Coffees

Laundry – 6 Pieces per Person per Day

Scheduled Safari activities morning and evening

Refreshments on Game Drives

All applicable taxes

What’s not included:

Any International Airfare / Airport taxes

Any change in tax structure resulting from the hike in published tariff.

Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, phone calls etc

Any video / still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit

Any other item not explicitly mentioned under price includes.

Any Insurance.

TAJ SAFARIS LODGES

The prices are Exclusive of:

Telephone calls

Safari Shop purchases

Champagne, Premium Brand Spirits, Fine Wines and Cigars.

Gratuities

Any additional taxes and levies.

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Errors and Omissions Excepted

andBeyond shall not be liable for any inadvertent delay in the issuing of an invoice or any supporting document related

thereto (i.e. quotations, proposals, etc.) , or any omission or error contained in such invoice or supporting document

provided that such delays, errors or omissions be rectified by andBeyond as soon as reasonably possible after the discovery

of the same.

Covid 19 andBeyond Disclaimer and Liability

When travelling with andBeyond your safety is of paramount importance to us. We have implemented various Covid -19

related safety measures, processes and procedures (“Infectious Diseases: Health and Safety Protocol”) at our lodges and

camps to ensure we create an environment that is both safe and hygienic when you stay with us, which protocol was

developed by taking guidance from guidelines and hygiene policies prescribed and published by the World Health

Organisation, the South African National Department of Health and the National Institute for Communicable Diseases of

South Africa and all the relevant health authorities of the destinations we operate in. Should you wish to view our Infectious

Diseases: Health and Safety Protocol, please request this information from any of sales or reservation team and we will

share this information with you.

Your itinerary may include accommodation services at properties (i.e. accommodation at non andBeyond branded lodges

and /or camps) and / or ancillary services such as transfers, tours, and activities that will not be provided by andBeyond

but by independent third party owners and / or operators that are not owned and / or managed by andBeyond (“Third Party

Service Providers”). Whilst all Third Party Service Providers of andBeyond have committed to implement similar processes

and procedures as to our Infectious Diseases: Health and Safety Protocol to try and protect guests making use of their

services, andBeyond is not in a position to validate or dictate their health and safety protocols which will vary between

Third Party Service Providers. As a result we cannot confirm the standard to which Third Party Service Providers protocols

adhere to and as such we cannot accept any form of liability (in the broadest terms) should you (or any member of your

party) contract an infectious disease (including Covid-19) when using the services of a Third Party Service Provider. The

same will apply in respect of public areas (i.e. landmarks, public venues, sightseeing venues, etc.) which you may wish to

visit whilst staying at either our lodges / camps or properties owned by Third Party Service Provider as neither andBeyond

nor Third Party Service Providers have any control over health and safety protocols followed at public areas or any action(s)

of a member of the public which may cause an infection of an infectious disease.

As with any protocol the measure of success in implementing a process or procedure under a protocol will be determined

by the level of compliance and adherence to the relevant processes and procedures prescribed by the relevant protocol.

Whilst andBeyond will ensure full compliance by its management, employees and contractors with the Infectious Disease:

Health and Safety Protocol, andBeyond cannot accept any liability in the event of a guest(s) contracting an infectious disease

(including Covid 19) as a direct or indirect result of complying or adhering to andBeyond’s Infectious Diseases: Health and

Safety Protocol.

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The Details are in the fine print

Prices are subject to change as per change in Government / Hotel / Airline policy without prior notice.

Rates include only those items specified in your itinerary.

Please note, the names of hotels mentioned in our proposal only indicate that our rates have been based on usage of

these hotels. It is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey

the confirmations to you on receipt of your acceptance. However in the event of any of the above mentioned hotels

not becoming available at the time of initiating the reservations, we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar

or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to

you.

Hotel Check-In 1400 hours, Check-out time 1200 NOON

In case on any currency fluctuations or amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right

to adjust the tour price accordingly. The due increase or decrease will be communicated accordingly.

Until such time as confirmation of services is received from andBeyond South Asia this is a Quotation only and is

subject to availability as no reservations have been made.

The rates quoted are subject to change without prior warning, should there be any increases in Park Fees, Fuel, Sales

Tax or VAT, third party services, or any other circumstances beyond our control in the regions featured in this

quote/booking.

All guests must take out comprehensive travel insurance covering them for personal effects, personal accident,

medical and emergency travel expenses, cancellation and curtailment.

In order to comply with international insurance requirements all airline tickets must clearly show the passenger’s

title, surname, name and initial (as indicated in their passport). As this applies to both scheduled and charter flights

we would be grateful if you could provide us with this information at the time of confirmation. Your internal flights

have been organized by us. While we take the maximum care to ensure a safe and comfortable journey for you

andBeyond South Asia is not responsible for the fitness of the carriers or the safety standards of the carrier company.

In order to comply with International Insurance requirements andBeyond South Asia can only reserve seats, be it on a

provisional or confirmed basis, on both domestic/scheduled or charter flights.

Please note that airfares may increase between time of booking, time of payment and the ticket being issued. Any

costs incurred due to amendments will not be borne by andBeyond South Asia.

andBeyond South Asia cannot be held responsible should airlines discontinue flights on certain routings or change

scheduled timetables, resulting in missed connections etc. Should an amendment in a routing or itinerary be necessary

we will re-quote you accordingly

Dietary Requirements: All dietary requirements can be catered for. When making your reservation, please advise us

of any specific dietary requirements that you may have and these will be communicated through to the respective

establishment.

Gratuities: Tipping is at your discretion. However management of the establishment will be able to assist with

guidelines.

&Beyond reserves the right to modify program itineraries, including arranged sightseeing, and substitute

accommodations, including vessels and trains, at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond

andBeyond’s control. Every effort will be made to operate itineraries as planned, but alterations may occur after the

final itinerary has been issued.

andBeyond strongly recommends that the guests insure themselves against loss of deposit, cancellation charges,

medical expenses and loss of personal possessions, and any other foreseeable loss or expense.

Photography During Travel

A. andBeyond reserves the right to take photographs or video during the operation of any program or part thereof

and to use them for promotional purposes during the program and thereafter. By booking a program with &Beyond,

guests agree to allow their images to be used in such photographs. Guests who prefer that their images not be

used are asked to identify themselves to &Beyond representative at the beginning of their program.

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Guest Obligations:

1. Medical Conditions – the guest must notify andBeyond of any pre-existing medical conditions that might

reasonably be expected to affect the Travel Arrangements. The guest agrees and acknowledges that andBeyond

will not be liable for any loss or damage incurred by the guest as a result of any pre-existing medical condition

or health issue of the Customer that may preclude, delay, affect or interfere with the Travel Arrangements.

2. Health Issues – It is the guests sole responsibility to

a) obtain any vaccinations or take any other health precautions applicable to the country of travel;

b) take all steps reasonably necessary (including, without limitation, the consultation of appropriate medical

professionals) to identify whether they have any pre-existing medical conditions or health issues (whether

known or unknown) that may preclude, delay, affect or interfere with the Travel Arrangements; and

c) notify andBeyond if the guest has any pre-existing medical conditions or health issues that may preclude,

delay, affect or interfere with the Travel Arrangements.

PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY

Booking made within 45 days of arrival 100% payment at the time of booking (within 72 hours) non-

refundable

Booking made more than 45 days prior to arrival 25% payment at the time of booking (within 7 days) and balance

75%, 60 to 100days prior to arrival

Cancellation 60 days or more prior to arrival No cancellation/retention charge, except for cancellation fee on

air tickets/ train tickets or deposits made on park drives in

National Parks.

Cancellation within 45 days of arrival. Retention of full deposit levied as cancellation charge.

1. 25% Non-refundable advance payment to be remitted within 3 days on receiving confirmation for the hotels booked.

2. 75% of the balance payment to be remitted 60 days prior to arrival into India except for the periods of

Pushkar/Christmas & New Year & February where 75% advance is required 100 days prior to arrival into India.

andBeyond South Asia reserves the right to cancel all services booked should full payment not be received 60 days prior to

arrival date.

Should it be a last-minute booking, andBeyond South Asia will allow for 3 days from time of confirmation until payment (100%) reaches us before andBeyond South Asia will cancel any services booked. The amount is NON– REFUNDABLE.

Kindly note that payments may be processed with Visa and MasterCard credit cards. Payments may also be paid directly into

andBeyond India or US bank account details.

All payments received through credit card will attract an additional 2.50% transaction fee on the total invoice

amount being paid.

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being paid.