TRAVEL INFORMATION
Passports and Visas
International visitors require a passport that is valid for at least six months, together with onward travel documents. Passports should have a minimum of 2 clean pages per country visited, for visas and entry/exit stamps. All passport holders should verify with their travel agent or relevant consulate concerning visa entry requirements. If you are extending your journey to other countries, please establish entry requirements for those countries as well. Please ensure that you have all the necessary visas prior to departure (unless available on entry). If you intend to drive a vehicle in Africa please make sure you have a valid international driving license.
Health
Make sure you have a vaccination certificate for yellow fever. Malaria is not to be taken lightly. You can also lessen the risk by avoiding being bitten. Wear long sleeves, trousers and socks and douse any exposed skin with a good mosquito repellent shortly before it gets dark, and always sleep under a net. Should you experience any combination of headache, fever, nausea, flu-like aches or disorientation within three months of returning home, get yourself tested immediately.
Don't overreact to the health warnings put out by many first world government web sites. Many of these web sites publish lists of very exotic-sounding threats for people traveling to third world countries. Speak to your doctor about inoculations. He will probably recommend those for yellow fever, tetanus, hepatitis A and B, cholera and rabies.
Water
It is very important that you drink plenty of water to limit the effects of dehydration, especially during the warmer months. Note that tea, coffee and alcoholic beverages act as diuretics and can actually contribute to dehydration. Ask your lodge manager if tap water is safe to drink. Most lodges provide bottled water.
Special interest
When arranging your safari, ensure your agent knows your particular interests. There is nothing worse than being lumped with folk who don't share your passion for bird watching or photography or trees, insects, local cultures etc. Adventure Trails Limited runs specific set departures, around particular themes such as primates, predators, photography etc.
Packing list
* Good quality sunglasses - preferably polarized.
* Sun hat.
* Golf-shirts, T-shirts and long-sleeved cotton shirts.
* Shorts/skirts.
* Long trousers/slacks.
* More formal attire for your stay at prestigious city hotels or on one of the luxury trains.
* Underwear (sports bra recommended on game drives as the roads can be bumpy and uneven) and socks.
* Good walking shoes (running/tennis shoes are fine).
* Sandals.
* Swimming costume.
* Warm Anorak or Parka, scarf gloves (it can get cold at night and early morning).
* Light rain gear for the rainy months.
* Camera and video equipment and plenty of film and spare batteries.
* If you wear contact lenses, we recommend that you bring along a pair of glasses in case your eyes get irritated by the dust.
* Binoculars (Night vision binoculars are not essential but highly recommended if your safari includes night activities).
* Relevant bird book if you are a keen birder.
* Personal toiletries.
* Malaria tablets (if applicable).
* Moisturizing cream suntan lotion.
* Insect repellent e.g. Tabard, Rid, Jungle Juice, etc.
* Basic medical kit (aspirins, plasters, Imodium, antiseptic cream and Anti-histamine cream etc).
* Tissues/Wet Wipes.
* Visas, tickets, passports, money and important documents.
* Waterproof/dustproof bags/cover for your cameras.
* A good torch and spare batteries.
* Padlocks for your luggage during international and regional flights.
