Do I need any vaccinations or special medication before traveling to Africa?
Depends on the region. Find out in good time before you start your journey from your local health department, as some vaccinations have time windows.

Do i need a visa?
The entry requirements can change. Please find out more from your local office before starting your journey.

Are there any restrictions on baggage allowance?
We recommend using bags instead of suitcases, as these can be transported better in trolleys and are easier stowed in small aircrafts.

All about your trip
How long are the driving times of a safari tour?
As a rule, safaris are done twice a day: in the morning from approx. 6: 00-10: 00 and in the afternoon from approx. 4: 00-20: 00..

Who runs the safaris?
The trained rangers/guides of the accommodations.

How big is my travel group? Can I travel alone / with my partner?
Our trips are ideal for anyone. We would be happy to put together suitable offers for you according to your ideas.

Will I see the "Big Five"?
We cannot guarantee it, but depending on the national parks visited, you have a good chance all year round. Generally speaking elephants, buffalos and lions are a little easier to find than leopards or rhinos. But it really all depends on the country and park.

What kind of food and drinks can i expect on safari?
The food in the camps and lodges is excellent and will be a mix of African, European and international cuisine. Excellent South African wines are available in all lodges and tented camps.

How do I pay on site?
The usual practice in most camps and lodges during your safari is to pay in US dollars. Euro is not recommended. Paying by credit card is mostly possible, but can be expensive.

How about the electricity?
The electrical voltage in African countries is 220 volts and the three-pole English adapter is required. Many of the accommodations out in the bush, especially the tent camps, have generators and solar power and therefore you may not be able to charge your electrical devices and batteries in your room. In this case, take your camera etc. with you to the bar or restaurant and have it charged during dinner. On Safari, you may also be able to charge cell phones and cameras from sockets in the Safari vehicles.

I want to take some really good photos - how close will I actually get to the animals? Is it getting dangerous?
With the game drives, you can get very close to the animals. An optical zoom of 400, a wide angle are helpful to capture the whole range of subjects. Tip: Before you go, make sure you free up enough storage space, choose a high resolution for video and set your display to high brightness so that you can see something on it while you are filming. Some safari vehicles have pop-up roofs and windows can be opened here for photography. And finally, safaris are individual - that means that you can stop the vehicles at any time and for as long as you want to take your pictures in peace. Incidentally, some of the most satisfied guests come without cameras and just enjoy the sight of the animals and landscapes.

Since we offer different countries and work with many different lodges and camps, these are only guidelines and not fixed statements. The best thing to do is to contact us directly so that we can respond individually to your wishes and inquiries.