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Top 10 destinations in Africa: 1. Masai Mara, Kenya 2. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania 3. Cape Town, South Africa 4. Bwindi, Uganda 5. Chobe, Botswana 6. Axum, Ethiopia 7. Isalo, Madagascar 8. Djenne, Mali 9. Etosha, Namibia 10. Maputo, Mozambique
TravelBoecker Adventures offers tours to most of these countries.
Contact us to tailor-make your Safari! 
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Relive the
Battlefield Encounters
between Boer, Brit and Zulu
Live through the drama of the Anglo-Boer and Anglo-Zulu wars as they unfold. Feel for the young lives lost prematurely, marvel at the bravery, feel the heat, the terror, even the homesickness of those so far from home.
Whether you're an historian, a lover of history, or simply a person who thrills to great story telling, a visit to the Zululand Battlefields is an extraordinary experience. Our tour is particularly interactive, so when our specialist Battlefield Guides recount the gripping tales of these battles, you'll be right there where they happened, perhaps looking over your shoulder.
Our Battlefields tour to the sites of Isandlwana, Fugitive's Drift, Rorkes Drift and Spionkop, is not a dry history lesson.
You'll hear fascinating tales about Ghandi, even about Churchhill, but mostly you'll hear about young men without legendary names who performed legendary deeds.
This fully escorted Battlefields Tour is an unforgettable experience, enjoyed in sensational, even slightly eerie scenery, which
can easily be incorporated into your next visit to
South Africa.
Accommodation is in a country guest house with typical South African hospitality.
2 day Tour from $730
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Top Ten Signs You Have a Bad Travel Agent:
10. Books hotel stay for six days and two nights
9. Accepts payment in the form of personal check, credit card or freshly harvested kidneys
8. Won't let you go on vacation for more than a week because she'll miss you !!!
7. When you're in New York, she recommends you see a taping of "The Late Show"
6. Instead of the Ritz, you're staying at the Ratz -- hi-oooo
5. Your "plane ticket" is a post-it note with the handwritten message
"Please admit one to the airplane"
4. You have a layover at (Kelowna) Airport...
an 8 day layover
3. No number 3, writer is on vacation
2. Forget the restroom, you're riding in the (Air Zimbabwe) wheel well
1. Asks you to deliver a brown paper bag to a guy named Nikoli
Source: Late Show with David Letterman
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For Expert Travel Advice contact Christine Boecker...
... your
Certified South African Fundi!
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Dear fellow Travellers,
Many believe that humans only have sight, smell, taste, hearing and touch, but in truth our senses extend well beyond the 'Big 5'. There are somewhere between 9 and 21 senses - hunger and thirst are worthy contenders, and the sense of balance should also make the list.
And what about our sense of adventure? - After all, it is the sense that is responsible for our wanderlust!
I invite you to indulge in a little sensory overload with this latest TravelBoecker newsletter.
Happy adventure of the senses!
Yours in Travel,
Christine Boecker
Africa Expert, Europe & Cruise Specialist
Adventure Travel, Polar Expeditions
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 Every month KENYA has something special to offer, whether it is fewer tourists, the annual wildebeest migration, beautiful butterflies & blooms or easy to spot wildlife.
That's why TravelBoecker Adventures has safaris available for you all year round.
Best of Kenya Lodge Safari
8 Days from $1,795 in 2012
This road safari starts and ends in Nairobi and includes the arid beauty of Samburu National Reserve,
stunning views of Mount Kenya, the glorious and world-renowned Masai Mara Reserve and the flamingos and rhinos of Lake Nakuru. It offers optimum game-viewing options, and the opportunity to view 'The Big Five' against a vivid selection of exceptionally varied backdrops.
Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari
14 Days in Lodges & Tented Camps
from $2,795 per person in 2011
Offering ultimate value-for-money, this tour starts in Nairobi (1 night) and showcases two of Kenya's most famous parks, Lake Nakuru (1 night) and the Masai Mara (2 nights). Crossing into Tanzania, it allows for a night on the shores of Lake Victoria before visiting the Serengeti National Park (2 nights), the Ngorongoro Crater (1 night) and Tarangire National Park (1 night). Finally as the perfect contrast it features 4 nights of relaxation on the magical island of Zanzibar (breakfast & dinner included, flight excluded). 
Mountains, Lakes & Game Parks
14 Days in Lodges & Tented Camps
from $4,140 per person in 2012
The best of East Africa - premier parks, fantastic game viewing, breathtaking lodges, exciting camps and some of the world's most spectacular settings.
Discover Samburu & Buffalo Springs Game Reserves, Aberdare National Mark, Lake Nakuru, the famed Masai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park and Amboseli National Park in a 14 day odyssey of wildlife viewing.
Contact Christine Boecker - Kenya Authorized Travel Specialist to book your East African Safari!
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Volunteering, whilst touring?I have often been asked: "Is there some way to get involved in the local communities in Africa, even just for a day or two or three?" If you are looking for an opportunity to help out, create change, and be part of a community project during your trip to Africa, we now offer 3 unique optional day-trips as an add-on to our Southern Cross Safari: In Cape Town we support a local township school in Khayalitsha. This project promotes social change and activism among the most impoverished kids in the townships. Spend the day helping children in their school vegetable garden, participating in their exercise classes, or joining the group for regular story-telling. 
In Swakopmund we assist in teaching fire awareness and safety in the local township. Fire prevention has become a huge priority in this township, as fires have caused enormous damage and many tragic deaths.  In Victoria Falls we promote Wildlife Conservation and anti-poaching efforts in the Zambezi National Park with the Rhino anti-poaching unit; help find snares and make a difference!
Yes - you CAN make a difference while you travel through Africa!
 Contact us for your VolunTouring Safari! ___________________
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About Yellow Fever & more...
- Yellow Fever inoculation required! It is now mandatory to present a valid Yellow Fever Certificate of Vaccination as proof at all points of entry into Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Even when arriving from non-endemic countries, it is highly recommended that you get vaccinated for your own safety.
- As of October 1, all travellers arriving in South Africa from Zambia will be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination (unless in possession of a valid waiver certificate). Travellers transiting airports in countries with risk of yellow fever transmission will also be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination, regardless of the amount of time spent at the airport.
- All travellers from yellow fever risk countries who are unable to produce a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate at the port of entry will either be refused entry or quarantined until their certificate becomes valid, or for a period of not more than six days.
New security features by Zambian Authorities at Livingstone include finger printing and photographing every passenger that comes through the airport.
Air Canada is revising its checked baggage policy to be consistent with the baggage policies of other major airlines. For customers with an Economy Class ticket, the baggage policy is as follows:
For travel between Canada/USA and Africa, the Middle East and Russia/Asia and Australia/South America the first bag is free. A second bag fee of $70 applies.
For reliable travel service contact
Christine Boecker - Master Travel Manager
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