
H HARMONY PARK SAFARI PLUS
It is likely that you will need to restrict your luggage to 15 kg (33 lb), packed in a soft duffle bag, plus a reasonable amount of camera equipment.ĪTMs are found throughout major city centres and shopping complexes in most parts of Africa. If you are going on safari, remember that luggage capacity is limited on small planes and other modes of transport you are likely to use. However, accommodation in national parks and other places where numbers of visitors are limited can fill up quickly, particularly in high season, and it is recommended that you reserve all your accommodation as far in advance as possible. In the cities there are also award-winning boutique hotels and spa resorts. What type and standard of accommodation will I encounter?Ī wide variety of accommodation, from five-star hotels to guesthouses, game lodges, bed and breakfasts, caravan camps and camps can be encountered in most tourist hotspots throughout Africa.

When entering an African country, your passport should generally be valid for at least six months longer than the duration of your stay and must have enough blank pages for the visa and entry stamps. Although some countries may offer visas at the place of entry, travelers are rather encouraged to obtain these prior to travel in order to save time and money. As a rule, it is always a good idea to check visa requirements at your local embassy or consulate ahead of travel, as they do change quite frequently. Citizens of some countries (particularly the Commonwealth), may be exempt when traveling to specific African countries. Self-drive travel in these countries is not recommended.Īs a rule, it is very likely that you will need a visa to travel to your selected destinations in Africa. Road conditions vary widely and a 4x4 vehicle is usually necessary. In Botswana, Kenya and Tanzania places of interest are generally only accessible by dirt roads, which are often in a bad condition during the rainy season. In general, speed limits are 120 km/h (75 miles/h) on freeways and 60 km/h (37 miles/h) in towns and cities.

Overtaking on the inside is not illegal in South Africa and is a common practice, so remember to be aware of cars on the inside when changing lanes. There are a number of toll roads in South Africa that are clearly indicated well before reaching the toll stations, where payment may be made at an attended booth. Self-drive in South Africa and Namibia is easy to adapt to, with signposting in English and rental cars easily available in all major cities.

H HARMONY PARK SAFARI DRIVERS
Drivers must have a valid driver’s license, with photo, or an international driver’s permit. In most African countries traffic drives on the left and gives way to the right. What should I be aware of when driving in Africa? Proof of identification may be required when paying by credit card, so be sure to carry some form of photo identification at all times. Diners Club and American Express may not be accepted in some countries. Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted in most restaurants, shops and hotels in most large cities throughout the continent. Travelers traveling to Botswana, Zambia or Zimbabwe and coming from a yellow fever region must also be inoculated against yellow fever. When traveling to Kenya,Tanzania and Rwanda you will require a recent yellow fever inoculation. What medical precautions do I need to take before traveling in Africa?Īpart from some portions of Southern Africa, most parts of Africa are malaria areas and it is recommended that travelers see their doctors for a course of prophylactics prior to travel. Yes, Harmony Safari Expeditions can take care of all your travel arrangements, from the moment you leave your hometown to the time you return. Can Harmony Safari Expeditions arrange my flights for me?
