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| Dependant on the time of year
that you are travelling it may either be very hot, or fairly
chilly. You will be advised on the correct clothing to bring
for your particular safari. An essential
is malaria medication as well as mosquito and insect
repellent and spray. Most malaria medications need to be taken
for a week prior to entering the malaria zone and for a number
of weeks after leaving the malaria area. Consult your doctor
for further advice. |
| Luggage should be
limited to one medium sized bag and soft luggage should be used
- no hard suitcases please. |
- hat, sunglasses, sun cream
- toiletries
- malaria tablets
- mosquito repellent
- waterproof jacket (may rain)
- warm clothing for nights
- shorts & T-shirts
- walking shoes and thick socks
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- camera & binoculars
- torch (will be very useful)
- water bottle each
- one small day pack
- pocket knife if you have (not essential)
- notebook/diary
- books
- soft luggage (no suitcases please)
- cash for gratuities and personal requirements ie. curios
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Malaria: Please note that if you become ill with flu type symptoms for up to six months after having visited a malaria area it is important to inform your doctor that you may have contracted malaria in order to ensure the correct diagnosis and treatment.
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Tipping: It is customary to tip the guides and staff at the various camps
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Alcoholic Beverages:
- At the Ivory Route camps soft drinks, hot drinks, beer and wine will be served and are included in the tour price.
- At the Kruger rest camps only soft drinks and hot drinks will be served – you will be able to buy your own alcoholic beverages at the shops within the main rest camps.
- For both of the above you are welcome to bring any other alcoholic beverages with you.
- At the private lodges all drinks are extra and you will be able to choose from a wide selection at the bar.
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