Please bring sunscreen, water, and comfortable clothing for sitting in a safari vehicle. Dependent on the time of year, you may want to bring a rain jacket, hat, sunglasses, and/or other protective items for shielding against the elements. Safari vehicles aren’t completely enclosed, making it important to come prepared. As long as the game drive is the only thing on the itinerary for that day, vibrant-colored clothing is fine if you’re staying inside of the vehicle. We usually will have ponchos, blankets, snacks, and water in the vehicle too. Don’t forget to bring your camera and binoculars!

Please bring sunscreen, water, and comfortable clothing for sitting in a safari vehicle. Dependent on the time of year, you may want to bring a rain jacket, hat, sunglasses, and/or other protective items for shielding against the elements. Safari vehicles aren’t completely enclosed, making it important to come prepared. As long as the bird watching drive is the only thing on the itinerary for that day, vibrant-colored clothing is fine if you’re staying inside of the vehicle. We usually will have ponchos, blankets, snacks, and water in the vehicle too. Don’t forget to bring your camera and binoculars!

Please bring sunscreen, water, comfortable walking clothes, and a walking or hiking stick if needed. Walking safaris can last between two and four hours, making it important that you have the appropriate clothing and gear for light to intermediate walking. Since there is no paved walking path, comfortable walking shoes with non-slip treads are ideal. Please do not wear any vibrant, bright colors or white during your walking safari. Neutral safari clothing provides a safer journey during this trek. Don’t forget to bring your camera and binoculars!

Please bring sunscreen, water, a hat, and comfortable clothing for the boat. Dependent on the time of year, you may want to bring a rain jacket, sunglasses, and/or other protective items for shielding against the elements. Don’t forget to bring your camera and binoculars!

Please bring sunscreen, water, a hat, and comfortable, water-resistant clothing for the canoe. Depending on the time of year, you may want to bring a light jacket. Valuables can easily go overboard into the water– consider bringing a waterproof bag for your electronics and other valuables. 

South Africa does not require any visas for entry. However, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana do require visas upon entry. You can purchase these visas ahead of time if you wish or purchase them when you arrive. These are the cost breakdowns for each country’s required visas:

Zambia:

Zimbabwe:

Botswana:

We will do everything we can to give you the opportunities to see the Big Five. However, please be cognizant that we can’t control wildlife and nature. The places that guarantee that you’ll see the Big 5 are private reserves that are basically expensive zoos. We value authenticity and will do everything possible to facilitate better chances of seeing the animals you’re interested in.

All of our nature guides are fluent in English.

Yes, we work with all the leading translators and can easily arrange for a translator to accompany your safari and custom tour.

Yes, our chefs are well-experienced in accommodating allergies and dietary restrictions. Please provide our office with all of your dietary needs and we’ll be happy to ensure they are met during your travels with us.

Yes, one of the benefits of our custom tour packages is that we’re happy to work within your budget. Whether you’re a recent college graduate looking for the most economical visit to Southern Africa or you’re a family of six requiring certain budgetary accommodations, we’ve got you covered.

Yes, safari game drives are safe. As long as you stay inside the vehicle and listen to your nature guide’s instructions, wildlife will not bother you. They’re used to living with safari vehicles and do not see these as any threat. 

While it is very possible to encounter wildlife on your walking safari, we take every measure possible to ensure your safety. Armed park rangers will accompany you and your nature guide during your adventure. Please listen to the instructions given by your nature guide and park rangers to stay as safe as possible.

Yes, boat safaris are safe as long as you listen to the instructions given by your nature guide. The waters do contain predators so please exercise caution and stay within the confines of the boat. Emergency gear is always available for accidental overboard.

There is no set pricing for safaris. This will be dependent on where you decide to go, what time of year you’d like to visit, and what type of safari you’d like to experience. Please contact us for a quote!

That depends on what you’re looking for! The most popular time to visit is usually during our winter months, June to October, since the weather is cooler and some animals are more active. This time of year can be more expensive and a lot more crowded. Visiting during our summer months can provide some savings and can be a better time to see Victoria Falls without getting completely soaked. We’re happy to go over the cost-benefit of different times to visit, please contact us for more information!

Most accommodations will have wi-fi available, however, this is not guaranteed. Some private lodges and tented camps are located within our national parks and won’t have any connection. If you require a wi-fi connection for work or something else, please let us know and we can arrange to stay at accommodations that provide wi-fi.