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  • What is the safari grading?
  • Are the guides professionals?
  • What are the age limits?
  • Where is the departure point?
  • Are transfers included?
  • Is insurance necessary?
  • Do I need passports and visas?
  • What is the luggage limit?
  • What should I bring?
  • Do I need a first aid kit?
  • What is included in the cost?
  • Do you cater for vegetarians?
  • Is smoking allowed?
  • Is porterage included?
  • Do I have to tip?
  • Is there any security on the safari?
  • Do I require vaccinations?
  • What kind of books can I read?
  • Will it be possible to photograph?
  • Do I need binoculars?

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    What is the safari grading?
    The safari you have chosen is a Grade 3 safari (suitable for reasonably fit people, but involves some hiking and rugged conditions), which is a camping safari with a maximum of 7 participants travelling in an airconditioned 4x4 safari vehicle and accompanied by an expert Afro Ventures safari guide throughout.
    Are the guides professionals?
    Afro Ventures prides itself on the standard of its safari guides. Each is thoroughly trained and fully licensed with an in-depth knowledge of the areas you will visit and an ability to communicate this knowledge to you. Please note that all safaris are conducted in English.
    What are the age limits?
    The age limit for this safari is 65 (sixty five years) although clients between the age of 65 (sixty five years) and 70 (seventy years) may be accepted provided that they produce a medical certificate stating that they are fit to travel.
    Where is the departure point?
    Your safari starts in the morning when you meet your guide at 08h00 in the Foyer of the Windhoek Country Club.
    Are transfers included?
    Airport transfers at the beginning and end of the safari are included.
    Is insurance necessary?
    Comprehensive travel insurance is compulsory on all Afro Ventures safaris. Please ensure that your insurance covers cancellation and curtailment, personal accident, medical and baggage. The policy taken out should provide worldwide coverage. International clients should purchase insurance prior to their arrival in Southern Africa.
    Emergency Evacuation Cover: Your safari fare automatically provides you with emergency evacuation services, thorough our underwriters, to cover any of your travels within the Southern Africa sub-continent booked with Afro Ventures. A summary of the cover and services provided is as follows: - Emergency Medical Assistance: All reasonable, possible and practicable assistance in obtaining primary and/or emergency medical services will be provided to an insured person who suffers illness or injury. Admission Guarantee: In the event that an insured person requires emergency medical treatment, Europ Assistance will provide the necessary financial guarantees in order that the insured person may gain admission to any hospital or clinic. Medical Transportation or Repatriation: Should a medical practitioner designated by the Insurer recommend that the insured person be transported for treatment to a different hospital, or should he decide that such insured person is capable of being repatriated to his/her county of residence, the insurer will upgrade the insured person's existing travel ticket or if not possible, arrange and pay up to the amount specified in the schedule for the appropriate transportation, under medical supervision if necessary. The insurer shall at the sole discretion of a medical practitioner appoint the timing and mode of such transportation or repatriation.
    Do I need passports and visas?
    It is the client's own responsibility to ensure that they are holding a valid passport and that there are sufficient blank pages for any visas they may require as well as for entry stamps upon arrival in each country visited. The obtaining of visas is the sole responsibility of the client. Please note that in most cases these cannot be obtained at the various borders, this must be applied for prior to departure
    What is the luggage limit?
    Clients are requested to pay particular attention to the following guidelines/restrictions pertaining to luggage as space on the safari vehicles and light aircraft is limited. The limit is one soft luggage bag per person with a maximum weight of 10kg (22 lbs). Camera equipment is excluded from the foregoing. No hard (i.e. Plastic/Samsonite) suitcases may be taken on safari.
    What should I bring?
    As a general guide, comfortable, casual and semi-casual wash and wear clothes are recommended. Please note that bright colours are not suitable for game viewing. Game drives are conducted in the early morning and late afternoon at which times (especially in the winter months) it can be very cold.
    The following is a suggested clothing and toiletries list:
    Winter months (May to August) Summer months (September to April)
    · 1 pair of jeans * 2 pairs of smart casual trousers * 3 pairs of shorts * 3 shirts * 1 pair of track shoes/walking shoes * 1 pair of sandals * 1 warm jacket * tracksuit * 1 sunhat * 1 bathing suite * 1 warm winter jumper * 1 smart shirt (light cotton) * 1 light raincoat * 1 windbreaker.

    In addition (for both winter and summer months)
    · Malaria Tablets * Small sewing kit * Hand lotion * Suntan lotion * Lip salve * Tissue * First Aid Kit * Toothpaste and toothbrush * Wet ones * Sunglasses * Camera (recommend telephoto lenses) * Torch and batteries * Pen and paper *Binoculars * Small water bottle for personal use * Plastic bags for dirty clothes * Washing powder * Nail brush
    Do I need a first aid kit?
    Although every safari vehicle is equipped with an emergency first aid kit, nothing can spoil a client's safari more than minor accidents and illnesses for which they are unprepared. For this reasons we suggest a small personal First Aid kit is carried. All that is required are a few well-chosen articles packed in a clean, clearly marked airtight container
    Items to be considered for packaging are:
    Plasters and bandages * Scissors * Travel sickness tablets * Antiseptic cream * Antihistamine cream for insect bites * After sun moisturiser * Pain relieving tablets for headaches * Safety pins * Indigestion tablets * Sunscreen * Eye drops * Insect repellent * Medication for stomach upsets
    What is included in the cost?
    The cost of the safari includes:
    Transportation in the company's vehicles
    All meals, from lunch on day one to lunch on day thirteen are included.
    A reasonable amount of bottled water, local wine, beer and soft drinks are included on camping nights.
    Do you cater for vegetarians?
    Afro Ventures will cater for clients following a vegetarian diet providing they are notified of this preference at the time of booking.
    Is smoking allowed?
    Due to a variety of factors smoking is not permitted in our safari vehicles. Regular stops can be arranged.
    Is porterage included?
    This is not included in your safari cost.
    Do I have to tip?
    Tips are not included in the cost of your safari and is at your discretion..
    Is there any security on the safari?
    Please ensure that you carry a record of the numbers of your passport, airline tickets and travellers cheques. These should be kept in a safe place. Never leave baggage or personal items unattended, especially at airports. Please note expensive looking jewellery should not be taken on safari.
    Do I require vaccinations?
    Vaccination requirements change from time to time and we suggest clients consult their local doctor or health department for the latest health precautions.
    Malaria: malaria including plasmodium falciparum exists in certain areas and all clients must commence a course of anti-malarial tablets prior to departure. There are many brands available and we recommend that clients consult their doctor or health department as to which brand they should take.
    What kind of books can I read?
    Although every safari guide will have in his possession books on birds and mammals it is recommended that clients purchase their own.
    Suggested books are:
    · Newmans birds of Southern Africa by Kenneth Newman
    · Roberts birds of Southern Africa by G L McLean
    · Field guide to the mammals of Southern Africa by Chris and Tilde Stuart.
    Will it be possible to photograph?
    To many clients photography is an important part of their safari and there will be many opportunities to take excellent photographs. For the photography of birds and game a telephoto lens is preferable and should be at least 200mm in size. As most game drives are done in the early morning or late afternoon, high-speed film (200/400 ASA) should be used.
    Films, bulbs, and batteries are not always readily available and often expensive and for this reason we recommend that you purchase all your requirements prior to departure. For protection from dust we suggest a plastic bag to cover your camera and you may also wish to carry a small camera cleaning kit.
    Videos - take enough batteries plus recharging equipment with cigarette lighter adapter.
    Do I need binoculars?
    It is strongly recommended that clients bring along a pair of binoculars for their personal use.

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