Walking safaris Hwange - Info
Walking safaris are ideal for special interest groups, who are keen
on gaining knowledge on a particular subject, such as birding, botany
and photography
General Information
Waterhole “sits” can be very productive for game viewing
and photography – a chance to sit quietly, breathe in the scents
of the bush, hear the sounds of nature and get the feel of our incredible
environment.
The fitness level of the participants dictates activities and length
of walks. Flexibility in the schedule is important to be able to adjust
and move with the pace of Africa.
Wildlife is of course, the prime focus of a safari. However all attempts
are made to make your safari a complete experience.
By spending a few days with the one guide it also provides the opportunity
for an excellent rapport to develop between guests and guide.
Walking safaris are ideal for special interest groups, who are keen
on gaining knowledge on a particular subject, such as birding, botany
and photography – as much or as little time can be spent observing
any one species.
During afternoon breaks and in the evening, talks are given on animal
behaviour and characteristics, bird life, plant ecology and medicinal
uses, geology, astronomy and history. These talks are not given to supplant
your daily safari experience, but to enable you to understand what you
are observing.
Groups are kept to a maximum of six to ensure, exclusivity, group cohesion,
convenience and safety. The camp is staffed by a cook and camp attendant
who complete all camp preparation and cleaning chores. Transport between
camps is in open 4WD vehicles. The camp crew ensure that guests are
not only more than comfortable but able to focus on a full African safari
experience.
Tents are spacious, walk-in type “bow tents” constructed
of khaki canvas with gauze windows on all sides to enhance your unique
‘out there’ experience. Flysheets and side flaps are provided
for inclement weather while the beds are comfortable mattresses on aluminium
folding beds with full bedding and pillows. A pre-heated shower and
long-drop toilet tent are set up at each camp.
It is worth noting that guides for decades in Zimbabwe have slept under
just a mosquito net draped beneath a tree branch without incident from
hyaena, lion or other night “visitor” It is apparent that
just that thin physical separation is sufficient to ensure your safety
in a tent and a good night’s sleep!
Food is as filling, tasty and variable as camping restrictions will
allow, vegetarians are catered for on request and a full bar, cold drinks,
wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks and bottled water are supplied.
The comfort and safety of our guests are our priority and every effort
will be made to ensure your safari is thoroughly enjoyable!
Location of walking safaris
For logistical reasons the safari is based in one place for the 3 nights,
4 days but your guide will conduct forays in various directions daily
so that your experience will always be varied.
In both these areas there is great diversity and exclusivity to explore
over the four day period. | Hwange
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Client Requirements
1. Please keep your luggage to a maximum of 10kg per person, packed
in a soft bag not a suitcase.
2. We recommend you pack the following for your safari: -
· Lightweight cotton shorts
· Personal toiletries
· Sturdy well walked in hiking boots/shoes
· Light sandals to wear at night
· Lightweight, bush-coloured, cotton clothing
· Warm clothing, beanie and sleeping socks for cold months May
– August.
· A hat with a wide brim
· A jacket or thick cardigan for the evenings.
· Good lightweight binoculars of 10x or less magnification.
· Camera/video – please remember extra batteries and film.
· Personal insect repellents and sunscreen,Malaria prophylactics,
sunblock, personal toiletries and medications
. A torch / flashlight.
· Small hiking towel i.e. Pac Towel
. Warm bed clothes for the winter months
. Valid travel and health documents
3. US$20.00 per person per night National Park Entry Fee for the Lower
Zambezi National Park – payable direct in cash.
Guiding and Safety
All guides are fully licensed professional guides and carry firearms
at all times. They have vast experience in walking in the wild and in
encountering the Big Five and other wildlife. He/she has been trained
to a high level in first aid care and first aid kits will be carried
on the trail as well as located in camp.
Your guide also carries a radio for direct communications with MARS
(Medical Air Rescue based in Victoria Falls) as well as for communications
with base camp at The Hide Safari Camp. The Hide in turn has radio,
telephone and satellite phone comms with MARS.
All clients are required to sign an indemnity form.
Terms and Conditions
Full payment is due not later than 5 weeks prior to departure.
On receipt of full payment, we will send vouchers, safari information
and airline tickets are held at JHB airport for you. Please ensure that
you receive the information before you leave on safari
Not Included: National Parks fees of USD15 per person
per day which are payable in cash at the end of the safari; Insurance
cover for cancellation; transfer costs to and from Hwange Main Camp,
scheduled airfares and departure fares..
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are only effective
on receipt of written notification. If cancellation is prior to 8 weeks
before departure your deposit is forfeited. If your cancellation is
made after the due date for full payment of your safari, charges will
be levied.
Wild
Animals: Please be aware that these safaris may take you
into close contact with wild animals. Attacks by wild animals are rare,
but no safari on foot can guarantee that this will not occur. Neither
the company, nor their employees or agents can be held responsible for
any injury or incident on the safari. Pleas note that all campsites
are not fenced.
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Health:
Hwange NP is a very low risk malaria area
Photography:
The company reserves the right without further notice to make use of
any photograph or film taken on the safari by our photographers without
payment or permission. We guarantee that no photographs of a compromising
nature will be used.
Changes to schedules: Although every effort is made
to adhere to schedules it should be borne in mind that the Company reserves
the right and in fact is obliged to occasionally change routes and camps
on safaris as dictated by changing conditions. Such conditions may be
bought about by seasonal rainfall on bush tracks, airfields and game
areas, by migrations from one region to another, or airline or other
booking problems, etc.
Insurance: It is a condition of booking, that the sole
responsibility lies with the guest to ensure that they carry the correct
comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover themselves, as well
as any dependents/travelling companions for the durations of their trip
to Southern Africa. This insurance should include cover in respect of,
but not limited to, following eventualities: cancellation or curtailment
of the safari, emergency evacuation expenses, medical expenses, repatriation
expenses, damage/theft/loss of personal baggage, money and goods.
Prices: We will do our utmost to keep to the prices
published. Should increases be forced on us by, exchange rates, or any
other cause, we reserve the right to surcharge without notice.
Age Restriction: Please note these walking safaris
are limited to persons between 16 and 65 years of age unless otherwise
agreed. In the case of persons older than 65, a medical certificate
of fitness may be requested.
Bookings for African walking safari
You can book in the following ways:
Tel: + 27 31 762 2424 | Nat 0861
312 312 ask for Nicky office hrs
Fax:+ 27 31 762 2402 All hours | Voipbuster + 27 (0)31
776 3173 office hrs
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