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Kenya to Kruger33 days | Nairobi to Johannesburg

Kenya to Kruger - 33 days updated on 05-02-2016

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This information has been compiled with care and good faith. They give an accurate illustration of the proposed arrangements for this holiday.Circumstances beyond our control such as changes in local conditions, inclement weather or other reasons could force us to make changes to thisitinerary. Any costs shown are subject to change, though are an accurate reflection of costs at time of writing. Please also note that visa requirementsare subject to change and are the responsibility of the traveller and not that of On The Go Tours.

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Enjoy a real African adventure, from

Nairobi to Johannesburg. Check

out some of Africa's greatest game

parks, idle about on the tropical

island of Zanzibar, relax on the

shores of Lake Malawi and enjoy

the rush at Victoria Falls.

HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS

Trip Highlights• Kenya: Nairobi, extend your stay to explore

the sites.• Tanzania: Arusha, the safari gateway.

The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater (anoptional excursion). Views of Mt Meru andMt Kilimanjaro. Pangani, a historical coastaltown. Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's largest city.Mikumi National Park (transit only).

• Zanzibar: (optional) Beautiful northernbeaches & historic Stone Town (UNESCO-listed).

• Malawi: Lake Malawi, one of the AfricanGreat Lakes, with beautiful beaches, baysand inlets.

• Zambia: South Luangwa National Park,Livingstone & Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park,Zambia's gateway to Victoria Falls.

• Botswana:Chobe National Park, famous forits herds of elephants. The Okavango Delta(optional excursion).

• Zimbabwe:UNESCO Listed Victoria Falls,one of the natural wonders of the world.

• South Africa: Kruger National Park, SouthAfrica's flagship game reserve. The BlydeRiver Canyon and the scenic PanoramaRoute. Johannesburg - extend your stay toexplore the city.

What's Included• Arrival transfer from Nairobi Airport on day

1• 1st night dormitory accommodation

at Wildebeest Eco Camp and 28 nightscamping (option to upgrade to budgetaccommodation at time of booking -subject to availability)

• A fully equipped overland truck fortransportation and game drives

• Services of 3 person crew (leader, driver,cook)

• All camping fees & appropriate equipment• 27 breakfasts, 25 lunches and 25 dinners• Return ferry to Zanzibar island• Park entry & game drive in Chobe NP, South

Luangwa and Kruger NP• All road taxes & tolls• Chobe River Boat Cruise

What's Not Included• International flights and visas• Accommodation in Zanzibar• Sleeping bag - please bring your own• Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

• Optional activities

Local PaymentUSD $890

The local payment is a cost per person whichneeds to be paid in US Dollars cash only. It is thispayment which in part covers the park fees andother inclusions such as meals as detailed under‘what you get’. The local payment also covers yourarrival transfer and 1st night’s accommodation.Please note that due to exchange rate fluctuationsin the US dollar, the local payment amount may besubject to changes. This payment will be collectedby your tour leader at the Welcome Meeting onday 1.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1 : NairobiSaturday. Welcome to Nairobi! You will bemet in Nairobi Airport arrivals hall by ourrepresentative holding an On The Go tours/Africa Travel Company sign and transferred tothe Wildebeest Eco Camp. Tonight you will stayin shared dorms. Today there is a pre departuremeeting at 17:00. Overnight - Nairobi

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Days 2-5 : Optional Serengeti& Ngorongoro

Nairobi - Arusha (Tanzania). Leaving Nairobi wetravel south, crossing the border into Tanzaniaat Namanga. Staying in a lovely campsite inMeserani on the outskirts of Arusha, beforeheading out on our Serengeti and NgorongoroCrater excursion tomorrow.

Days 3 - 5 Optional Ngorongoro Crater &Serengeti Excursion Arusha is a pleasant townsituated at the base of Mount Meru, and isthe starting point for safaris into the Serengeti,Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks,and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. In themorning on day 3 we have the opportunityto explore this thriving town while we stockup on provisions needed for our excursion.You may chose to wander the vibrant craftmarkets, stock up on supplies or perhaps catchup on the news back home at one of the smallinternet cafe available. Heading back to ourbase camp, Meserani Snake Park, those thatare participating in the optional excursions toNgorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Parkcan start to prepare for their departure thisafternoon. The excursion is offered by a localTanzanian operator who conducts the trip intothe Parks in 4WD vehicles (In peak season, theremay be a minivan or bus transfer to Karatu),which are adapted for safari use.For those not opting to visit the NgorongoroCrater or Serengeti National Park, the nextdays are spent at leisure enjoying the Meseranireptile park, Masai Cultural Museum andthe surrounding villages and craft markets.Alternatively the town of Arusha is close by toexplore. The driver and cook remain behind inDar es Salaam during the excursion.The Optional Ngorongoro/Serengeti excursiontakes us via the Masai town of Mtu Wa Mbu(Mosquito River) that lies adjacent to the LakeManyara National Park and up the Rift Valley

Escarpment to the higher lying village ofKaratu. Karatu offers magnificent views over thesurrounding hills and has many well establishedwheat farms that add to the picturesquepanoramas. We spend the evening at a pleasantcampsite in Karatu. The following morning wedepart early for the Ngorongoro Conservationarea and head into the wildlife rich NgorongoroCrater. This World Heritage Site boasts some ofthe best game viewing in Africa – including theelusive Black Rhino.After our game drive in the Crater, we continuedown the Crater rim and past the ‘Cradle ofMankind’ on our way to the Serengeti NationalPark. We cross the vast plains as we gamedrive through the southern and central areas inthe park. Tonight we bush camp (no ablutions)in the wild surrounded by the sounds of theAfrican wilderness. In the morning, we headoff for another game drive and explore thelandscape in search of the resident wildlife. Withsome luck, we may see some of Africa’s ‘Big 5’!After our morning drive, we head back acrossthe plains and the lush Crater rim to our truckat Arusha, where we spend the evening musingover our thrilling wildlife experience. Overnight- Karatu & Serengeti (optional) or Arusha (B:3,L:4, D:4)

Day 6 : PanganiArusha - Pangani. Today we head to Arushain the morning to stock up on suppliesbefore continuing on towards Dar es Salaam.On the way we drive through the townof Moshi situated at the magnificent MountKilimanjaro – Africa’s highest mountain. Moshiis the base for Mount Kilimanjaro climbingexpeditions, and weather permitting; we mayeven catch a glimpse of this magical mountain’ssnowy summit - a photo opportunity notto be missed! We pass through vast sisalplantations surrounded by The Usambaraand Pare Mountain ranges, before reachingour lovely campsite nestled between thesemountains, midway between Arusha and Dar esSalaam. Overnight - Pangani (B, L, D)

Day 7 : Dar es SalaamPangani - Dar es Salaam. Today we continueon to Dar es Salaam. Travelling through lushscenery and palm trees, we near the warmIndian Ocean. Today’s drive time is extendeddue to the heavier amount of traffic heading

in to the city, but the sights and sounds ofDar’s vibrant outer suburbs are sure to keep youentertained. Look out for the colourful shop-fronts with their sometimes humorous ‘catchphrases’. On arrival in Dar es Salaam we makeour way to our lovely seaside campsite andprepare for our departure to Zanzibar the nextmorning. Overnight - Dar es Salaam (B, L, D)

Days 8-10 : Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar (optional). A ferry fromDar es Salaam takes us to the "Spice Island,”where we have the option to spend the next 3nights. Zanzibar is steeped in history and wasone of the major starting points for most EastAfrican explorers in their quest for new lands.New passengers may join us to replace thosethat’ll leave us at the end of our excursion toZanzibar.

PLEASE NOTE: Accommodation and Meals arefor your own account whilst on Zanzibar, asit is our experience that passengers preferto explore the island on their own, andin accordance with their own budget. TheTrip Leader joins you and can arrange youraccommodation, while meals can be enjoyedfrom a wide selection of restaurants. There arealso a wide variety of optional excursions onoffer – please see the price guide on the end ofthis document for more details.

History aside, Zanzibar offers a wealth ofexperiences for the visitor. Today the quietstreets of the old Stone Town still retain theirArabic influence, from the Medina-like shops tothe palaces of the Sultans, who founded theirvast empires on the spoils of the slave and ivorytrade. The island is famous for its spices and anexcursion around a spice plantation is always afascinating experience. Other options include atrip to the beautiful beaches and giant tortoisesof Prison Island, a full day scuba dive in Nungwe

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or a fishing trip in a traditional dhow. Mopedsare available for hire if you’d like to explore themore remote areas of the island. Zanzibar is aseafood lover’s paradise. Numerous restaurantsoffer a great variety of the freshest catch fromthe ocean - crayfish being a popular speciality.Alternatively, mingle with the locals for dinner atthe Forodhani Gardens seafront market, wheredelicious, inexpensive seafood is on offer.For those not opting to visit the island ofZanzibar, the next 3 days are spent at leisure atthe beach campsite in Dar es Salaam. There arevarious optional excursions available from thecamp including diving, snorkelling and fishingtrips. The driver and cook remain behind in Dares Salaam during the excursion. Overnight -Zanzibar (optional) or Dar Es Salaam (B:1)

Day 11 : Dar es SalaamZanzibar - Dar es Salaam. Leaving Zanzibar inthe afternoon, we return to the mainland andanother night in Dar es Salaam. Arrival back tocamp is usually in the late afternoon, or earlyevening. Overnight - Dar es Salaam (D)

Day 12 : IringaDar es Salaam - Iringa. Today we head south andpass through the Mikumi National Park whereit is possible to view a range of wildlife fromthe roadside, totally impervious to the passingtraffic. We travel towards Iringa where we spendthe night in a beautiful rustic campsite famousfor its Amarula Hot Chocolates and its steamyshowers! Overnight - Iringa (B, L, D)

Days 13-15 : Lake MalawiIringa - Lake Malawi (Malawi). Winding our waythrough the beauty of the Tukuyu tea andbanana plantations, we head towards Malawientering the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’ through theborder post at Songwe. Malawi is a landlockedcountry with 20% of its total area made up ofbeautiful Lake Malawi. We travel the length ofthe western side of the lake, stopping off atvarious bays and inlets over the next 3 days.Spend the days learning the game of bao fromthe locals, scour the markets for a bargain orsimply relax on the pristine beaches. Malawi’stemperate climate allows for swimming in theclear blue fresh-water lake all year round.Explore the beautiful shore where you’ll happenupon the local fishermen sorting their catch.Traditional fishing techniques are still practiced

and to appreciate their boating skills, try topaddle a dugout canoe yourself! At night you’llsee the ‘fairy’ lights of the fishermen outon the lake. The various beachside campsitesalong Lake Malawi’s shores offer many optionalExcursions including a variety of water sports,horseback rides and a visit to the local villageand school (see the optional excursions guideat the end of this document). Overnight - LakeMalawi (B:3, L:3, D:3)

Day 16 : Chipata

Lake Malawi - Chipata. We head away from LakeMalawi, and stop off in the capital, Lilongwe, asmall city distinctively divided into the old townand the new administrative centre, to stock upon supplies before crossing into Zambia wherewe spend the night in a beautiful little campsitejust 10 km after the Malawi/Zambia border.Overnight - Chipata (B, L, D)

Days 17-18 : LuangwaChipata - Luangwa. Today we head towardsSouth Luangwa National Park. This breathtaking park is situated on the Luangwa Riverin the Eastern part of Zambia, and it is thesouthernmost of three national parks in thisregion. South Luangwa was founded in 1938as a game reserve, 1972 was the year it wasdeclared as a national park, and today it coversover 9000 kilometres squared. Animals such asGiraffe, buffalo and Elephants can be found inabundance. The Luangwa river is home to manya hippo and croc.

Leaving the park on day 18 we make our waydown south. As we drive, we pass through afew of the villages and towns of Zambia alongthe way. Prosperous during the copper boom inthe 60’s, Zambia was able to build infrastructureat the main mining and farming communities.After the fall of the copper industry, the

country was left virtually bankrupt and existinginfrastructure was left to fall to ruin. Due toforeign investment and a rise in the miningindustry, Zambia is today once again starting toprosper. Overnight - Luangwa (B:2, L:2, D:2)

Day 19 : LivingstoneLuangwa - Livingstone. Heading further south,we journey through the southern Zambiantowns mostly supporting local agriculture andfarming on our way to Livingstone. TheVictoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke thatThunders) is one of the Seven Natural Wondersof the World and it’s not difficult to see why.At 1700 m wide and around 100 m high, this isthe world's largest sheet of falling water and amemorable sight on any African Safari! The Fallscan be viewed from the Mosi-oa-Tunya NationalPark, Zambia - a fantastic photo opportunity.Tonight we have the option of enjoying asunset dinner cruise on the mighty Zambezi.Overnight - Livingstone (B, L, D)

Day 20 : Chobe National Park

Livingstone - Chobe (Botswana). We leaveZambia and cross the border into Botswana atthe Kazangula Ferry. Once we’ve completed theborder formalities, we continue to the town ofKasane, situated on the banks of the ChobeRiver. The Chobe River forms a border betweenBotswana and Namibia and Zambia and is themain water source to the Chobe National Park.

Later, we leave for our Chobe National ParkOvernight Mobile excursion – an overnightexperience in the wilds of the Chobe Nationalpark. Chobe is one of Botswana’s premier gameparks, renowned for its large elephant herds.Spend the afternoon in search of wildlife whilewe game drive to our camp within the parkwhere we spend the evening surrounded bythe night-time noises of the local wildlife. Lookout for the rare Sable and Roan Antelope on

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your game drive, with their majestic backwardslanting horns, or try keep a count of the LilacBreasted Roller’s that swoop by!

Please note: Should we not be able to stay inChobe National Park due to lack of availability atthe bush camp, this excursion will be replacedwith an overnight trip in the bushveld of theLesoma Valley which is situated in the KasaneForest Reserve adjacent to the Chobe NP andthe Matsetsi Game area of Zimbabwe. Lesomais equally rich in wildlife and affords a similarexperience to the above. Overnight - ChobeNational Park (B, L, D)

Day 21 : Victoria FallsChobe - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe). After ournight in the bush, we head out early to continueour search for wildlife, before packing up thecamp and heading back to Kasane. Once wehave returned to camp, we get back on ourtruck and continue to the border of Zimbabwe.Once we’ve completed border formalities, wehave a short drive to the nearby Victoria Falls.Named after the famous World Heritage siteand Water Falls, the town of Victoria Falls issituated on the Zambezi River and surroundedby the Victoria Falls National Park. Our campsiteis conveniently situated in the centre of town,and within walking distance of the adventurebooking agents, restaurants and shops. A 20minute walk down the main road takes youto the entry point to view the falls, which aresituated between Zimbabwe and Zambia.

After our adventure activities briefing (seeoptional excursions guide at the end of theseTrip Notes), the afternoon is spent relaxing at thecampsite’s swimming pool, viewing the VictoriaFalls, or exploring the many sights and delightsof this town! Overnight - Victoria Falls (L)

Days 22-23 : Victoria Falls

The next 2 days are spent relaxing orparticipating in a myriad of optional excursions.Some of our fellow passengers will leave usin Vic Falls, to be replaced by new passengersjoining us for the next leg of our trek.Optional excursions include elephant backsafaris, horseback safaris, walking with lions, avisit to the crocodile ranch, boat cruises andgolf at The Elephant Hills Resort. Adrenalinjunkies can bungee from the Victoria FallsBridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia orabseil down the Batoka Gorge - neither activityis for the faint hearted! All year round, flightsin fixed wing, micro light and ultra light aircraftor helicopters provide an aerial perspectiveover this magnificent World Heritage Site. Whitewater rafting on the Zambezi is world class.Beside the excitement of the Grade 5 rapids,there are the "floats," where there is time toadmire the scenic cliffs and the occasionalwildlife on the riverbanks. Overnight - VictoriaFalls (B:2)

Day 24 : Chobe River CruiseVictoria Falls - Kasane (Botswana). Afterbreakfast we cross the border into Botswana andhead to Kasane where we set up camp on thebanks of the Chobe River. This afternoon we takea boat cruise along the beautiful Chobe River.Elephant, hippo and many bird species can beviewed from the boat while we watch anotherglorious African sunset. Overnight - Kasane (B,L, D)

Day 25 : MaunHeading out early, we cross the western endof the Chobe National Park area along themain route in a south-westerly direction to thesouthern reaches of the Okavango Delta andour destination, Maun. On our route, we haveroutine stops at Botswana’s ‘meat’ borders –check points that were set up to protect itsthriving beef export industry from the spreadof disease. Maun is the starting point for travelinto the Delta and it is from here that we setoff to explore the Okavango Delta. Tonight weprepare our provisions and packs for the 2 nightoptional excursion. We suggest bringing alonga smaller daypack on your trip which can beused to pack the supplies needed for this shortexcursion. Your trip leader will brief you fully on

what is needed, and what to expect prior to yourtrip into the Delta. Overnight - Maun (B, L, D)

Days 26-27 : OptionalOkavango

Maun - Okavango Delta (optional). The Delta is ahuge expanse of water, which has travelled fromthe Angolan highlands, spreading out to formthe largest inland delta in the world. Studdedwith exotic islands, The Delta is renowned for itsincredible variety of bird life and animals and isunique to Southern Africa.Here we have the opportunity to take theoptional 3 Day / 2 Night Drive in MokoroExcursion into the Delta. After an early rise, wepack our expedition vehicle and from Maunwe drive north for a couple of hours to reachthe mokoro poler’s station. The Delta region isstudded with many local villages where manyfamilies live in a traditional way. Some ofthe villages are very remote and can only bereached by the traditional mode of transport– the Mokoro. Mokoros are dugout canoesmanoeuvred through the waterways by localguides who “pole” them through the reeds. Atthe Mokoro station, we meet our ‘polers’ andpack our supplies before heading out into thewaterways. After a couple of hours along thewaterways, our guides find us a place to camp,and later in the afternoon we set off on anafternoon game walk, allowing us to experienceThe Delta wilderness. The camp is situated in anopen wilderness area with no ablution facilities.

Enjoy rest, relaxation and Delta experienceson day 27, when we have the opportunityto partake in a number of activities includingswimming, game walks, mokoro cruises andeven a chance to try our hands at poling ourown mokoro! There is also ample time to relaxand rest during the hotter hours of the day, sochallenge your new friends to a game of cards,or chat with your guides about their culture and

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lifestyle, or simply lie back and enjoy the soundsof the surrounding wilderness.For those who’d prefer not to explore The Delta,spend the next 2 days at the lovely campsiterelaxing by the swimming pool or challengingeach other to a game of volleyball. There is also acrocodile farm nearby that has it’s feeding timesopen to campsite visitors. The driver and cookremain behind in Maun during the excursion.Overnight - Okavango Delta (optional) orMaun (B:2, L:2, D:2)

Day 28 : MaunOkavango Delta - Maun. This morning affordsus a final opportunity for a game walk beforepacking up and setting off back to Maun. Afterour Mokoro ride and vehicle transfer, we arriveback in the afternoon and have the chance tocomplete our picture of the Okavango Deltaby taking an optional scenic flight over TheDelta (dependent on weather conditions &availability). Overnight - Maun (B, L, D)

Day 29 : PalapyeMaun - Palapye (Zimbabwe). Heading out early,we have a fairly long (450kms) drive todayto the small town of Palapye, situated abouthalfway between Francistown and Gaborone(Botswana’s Capitol). This popular ‘stopover’town for those en route to South Africa,is well known for the Morupule Collierycoal mines which supplies Morupule PowerStation, Botswana’s principal domestic source ofelectricity.Overnight - Palapye (B, L, D)

Day 30 : Blyde River Canyon

Palapye - Blydepoort (South Africa). Thismorning we cross into South Africa, andcontinue across to our camp overlooking theimpressive Blyde River Canyon. Named forthe Blyde River that runs through it, thecanyon is 26km long, and averages 800m

deep and forms the northern edge of theimpressive Drakensberg Mountain Range. Itis classified as a ‘green canyon’ due to theuncommon occurrence of vegetation that linesit (uncommon as most canyons are in desertareas and are fairly barren). The main viewpointsalong the canyon are the 3 Rondavels, namedfor the shape of the traditional huts or housesthe indigenous people of the area used to livein; and Gods Window that affords a breathtakingview across the canyon and surrounding area.Overnight - Blydepoort (B, L, D)

Days 31-32 : Kruger N.P.Included activity: Night Game Drive in Kruger

Heading through the breathtaking PanoramaRoute, we stop off at various viewpointstoday including scenic God’s Window. Wepass through the small town of Graskop, andhead toward the Kruger National Park and ourcampsite on the border of the park. Situated just10km from Kruger’s Phabeni Gate, the camp ishome to Giraffe, Zebra and Hippo to name buta few.The next day we visit the amazing KrugerNational Park in search of some of the 146mammals, 500 bird, 114 reptile, 33 amphibian &49 fish species that make this park their home.We travel in our truck along the main gameviewing routes within the park and stop off atsome of the camps along the way. For those whowish to upgrade to an open vehicle game drive,this can be arranged with the trip leader at anadditional cost. Overnight - Hazyview (B:2, L:2,D:2)

Day 33 : JohannesburgWednesday. Hazyview - Johannesburg. Afterbreakfast, we begin our journey to ourfinal destination; Egoli the place of gold(Johannesburg), Johannesburg is the capital ofGauteng, which is a province in South Africa.On arrival in Johannesburg we unload the truckfor the final time, exchange addresses and partways, having just experienced a trip of a lifetime!

We suggest you extend your stay by a few daysto partake in some of the activities available inJohannesburg. Post tour accommodation canbe booked upon request. (B)

Change of tour namePlease note: The name of this safari has changedfrom 'Down Africa Way' to 'Kenya to Kruger'

Please NoteThis expedition is run in conjunction withAfrica Travel Company.

This itinerary should be used as a guide onlyand may vary from day to day depending onroad & weather conditions, political situationsand group decisions.

All prices & Local Payments are subject tochange.

Due to Tourism Laws in some of the countrieswe visit, there may be a truck and crew changeduring the trip.

This safari is modular and a portion of this tripmay coincide with a family departure whichwelcomes children aged 6 and over.

Budget AccommodationUpgradeIf you’re interested in our Overland Safarisbut don’t fancy camping, there is theoption to upgrade to budget accommodationthroughout your trip. The price of the upgradedoes not include accommodation in Zanzibarwhich is paid for locally.

If you choose to upgrade to budgetaccommodation you will still be sharing thetruck, the equipment and the chores with yourfellow passengers who are camping and willusually be staying at the same establishments.Once the truck arrives at the site, you will betaken to your accommodation and the camperswill set up their tents for the night.

We stay in establishments along our routes thatspecifically cater for overland passengers. Bearin mind in Africa this can be very basic and havea great rustic “under African skies” feel. SouthernAfrica generally has better facilities than EastAfrica and almost all have a facility to wash somelaundry (hand washing). Some have a bar. Mosthave electricity points to charge your camera.You will be accommodated in twin sharerooms and bedding is provided so you will

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not need a sleeping bag. Towels aren’t alwaysprovided so you will need to bring your own.The accommodation is often very simple andthe standard does vary from establishment toestablishment. Most accommodation is en suitebut there will be one or two nights that theablution areas have to be shared with thecampers.

PLEASE NOTE: Accommodation in ChobeNational Park is very basic in pre-erected tents.You will be provided with a stretcher bed andbedding for your comfort.

If you’re travelling solo we can match you upwith a fellow passenger of the same sex, subjectto there being another solo traveller alreadybooked who wants to share, if there isn't then asingle supplement will apply and you will havethe privacy of your own private room.

If you book the optional 3 day Okavango Deltaand Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater excursionsthere is a camping and an accommodatedoption. Please note that if you opt to camp youwill need to bring a sleeping bag.

Things To Bring• A sleeping bag• For extra comfort, bring a travel pillow• Spare camera batteries/film and dustbag• Mosquito spray (with active DEET ingredient)• Your own personal first aid kit• A torch• A small daypack for your day-to-day needs.• Antibacterial wipes• A photocopy of your passport data pages• Your Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate• Your travel insurance policy details• Hat, sunglasses & sunscreen• Warm clothing - raincoat, warm hat, socks etc

as across Africa wet/dry and hot/cool climaticperiods change invariably.

BudgetingAfrica is not as cheap as many people believeand we recommend that you budget betweenUS $30-35 per day for expenses such as drinks,snacks and curios. Budget more if you plan onbuying a lot of souvenirs and budget for youroptional excursions and visas separately.

Changes for 2016Please note that if you are travelling in 2016 thefollowing extra activities/entrance fees will beincluded on your safari...

• A night game drive at Nkambeni Camp inKruger National Park

• The entrance fee to Victoria Falls NationalPark

Transport on TourOur overland vehicles are custom builtconverted Mercedes Benz or MAN trucks thathave seatingspace for our passengers and a storage areas forluggage and all trip equipment. The trucks seatbetween 27-30 passengers on our campingtrips. Most seats are forward facing, thoughsome models have a combination of forward,backward and some inward facing seats withtables. Vehicles have sliding glass windows, andthe seating area is raised providing a greatadvantage for game viewing and photography.Seats are cushioned and there is storage spacefor personal items like cameras, snacks and daypacks in the seating area.

Meals on TourMeals and menus vary as food is purchased en-route, and is subject to produce that is availableseasonally in the areas we travel through. Aswe support the local communities along theway, fresh produce is mostly purchased directfrom the producer or local grower and thereforehas an organic appearance. Our safari cooks areable to offer a wide variety of menus with theingredients available, even if the produce onoffer is not of the same selection as what youmay be used to back home. The breakfast spreadconsists of bread (toast when time allows),spreads and cereals with a hot breakfast everyfew days. Lunches are mostly prepared en-routewith a supply of ‘build your own’ sandwichingredients available. Dinners are cooked in theevenings on arrival at the campsite. A wide arrayof dinner menus are on offer during your safari,consisting of curries, stews, pastas, BBQs andeven roasts!

Participation on TourAll of our overland safaris are participation tripsmeaning that all passengers are expected tohelp out around camp. The crew members

running the trip will set up a rota system that willbe followed. One day you may be on cleaningduty, the next day you may be on cooking dutyand so forth. This is not only to make the tripeasier for all involved but also for you as thepassengers to get to know one another while ontrip.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Passports & VisasPlease ensure that you have at least two blankpages in your passport, plus an additional blankpage for each visa/African country you a visiting.If travelling on one of our longer overland safariswe recommend that you have at least 12 blankpages in your passport.

Please also note that your passport must bevalid for a minimum of six months from the enddate of your trip.

Any visa information provided in this documentis for general guidance purposes only, visarequirements and fees are subject to change.It is essential that you check current entryrequirements with each relevant embassy/consulate prior to departure. Visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and not of OnThe Go.

Booking Your FlightsWhen booking your departure flight you shouldallow time at the end of your African safari forany unexpected delays. We recommend thatyou book your onward flight no earlier than24 hours after the end of your safari. In thecase of our longer overland camping safaris(22 days or more) we advise against makingany firm arrangements for at least 48 hoursafter the scheduled departure date. We canhelp to arrange post tour accommodation uponrequest.

Botswana Country Guide

VisaPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure that

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your passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Ireland, Australian, New Zealand, USA,Canadian and South African citizens do notrequire a visa for entrance into Botswana.

The few countries that do require visas; mostlyEastern European and Asian Nationals, need toobtain them prior to arrival at the border. Visasare not issued at Botswana ports of entry, if youarrive without a visa, immigration officials willrefuse you entry to Botswana.

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Botswana from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that you receive allof the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidePolio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A and Tetanus isstrongly recommended. Rabies may also berecommended.There is the risk of malaria in certain areasof Botswana so it is very important to checkwith your doctor before you go, to see whethermalarial medication is required for the areas youare visiting. A valid Yellow Fever vaccinationcertificate is also required if travelling intoBotswana and you have previously been in aninfected country.

Currency & BankingThe currency of Botswana is the BotswanaPulas (BWP) 1 Pula = 100 Thebe. Notes are indenominations of BWP10, 20, 50 and 100.Coins are in denominations of BWP1, 50, 25, 10,5, 1.

There are no restrictions on the import of local orforeign currencies, provided they are declaredon arrival. Export of local currency is limited toBWP50 and foreign currencies up to the amountdeclared on arrival. It is easy to change mostforms of currency including US$, GB£, Euros andSouth African Rand. The best place to changemoney in Botswana is the bureau de changesas banks charge commission to change eithercash or travellers cheques. ATMs are availablein all main towns, cities, shopping centres andmost petrol stations. MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress and Diners Club are all widely accepted.Travellers cheques should be in US Dollars orPound Sterling to avoid additional exchange

rate charges. Proof of identity may be requestedin some instances, so it’s useful to carry apassport or some form of photo identification.In large cities travellers cheques can incur a highsurcharge.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1530, Sat0830-1100.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - Botswana is 2 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed.

The standard voltage is 220 - 240V. Primarysockets require a ‘Type M’ - South African,electrical plug which has three thick circularpins. You will need a voltage converter, and plugadapter in order to use U.S. appliances.

ClimateBotswana’s climate is mainly temperate.During the summer months (October-April)the weather can be very hot with daytimetemperatures of around 30 Celsius and higher.The rainy season (typically lasting from Januaryto March) can be hot with temperaturesstill in the mid 30’s and only dropping toaround the mid 20’s overnight. Winter (May-September) brings a cool change yet is stillreasonably warm and mostly pleasant withan average temperature of around 25°C. Earlymornings and evenings may be cold and frostyespecially in the Kalahari region. The amount ofrainfall decreases the further you travel west orsouthwards during the winter and rainy seasonmonths.

Kenya Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.South African passport holders do not requirea visa to visit Kenya for up to 30 days. Mostother nationalities, including UK, USA, Canadian,Australian and New Zealand passport holders,do require a visa to enter Kenya.</p>

On 1st July 2015 the government of Kenyaintroduced an electronic visa application. It isstill possible to purchase a visa upon arrival upuntil 31 August 2015. From 01 September 2015ALL tourists wishing to visit Kenya need to applyfor a visa online at www.ecitizen.go.ke. The visaprocess can take up to 7 working days. Forfurther details please visit our Kenya visa page -http://www.onthegotours.com/Kenya/Visas.

All passengers require an onward/return ticketsand sufficient funds for length of intended stay(at least US$500).

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Kenya from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that you receive allof the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidePolio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A&B and Tetanus isstrongly recommended. Rabies and Menengitisare also recommended.

There is the risk of malaria in Kenya so it isvery important to check with your doctor beforeyou go, to see whether malarial medication isrequired for the areas you are visiting. A YellowFever vaccination is also required for travel tomany areas of Kenya.

Time & VoltageKenya is 3 hours ahead of GMT. Daylight savingtime is not observed.

In Kenya the standard voltage is 220-240V.Primary sockets require a ‘Type G’ - BritishBS-1363 type, three pin plug. You will need avoltage converter, and plug adapter in order touse U.S. appliances. We recommend packing auniversal adapter.

CurrencyThe currency of Kenya is the Kenyan Shilling(code KES, symbol KSh).1 KSh = 100 cents. Notes are in denominationsof: KSh1,000, 500, 200, 100 and 50.Coins are in denominations of KSh20, 10 and 5.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1500, Sat0900-1100. You can exchange money in banksor bureau de changes. Be aware that oldpre-2003 US$ banknotes or torn or marked

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banknotes are difficult to exchange in Africa somake sure you take crisp new notes! In majortowns/cities most banks have an ATM. AmericanExpress, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa cardsare all widely accepted.

Travellers cheques can be changed at banks,these should be in US Dollars or Pound Sterlingto avoid additional exchange rate charges.Most banks will want to see your passportand proof of purchase receipt before cashingyour travellers cheques. Please Note: Travellerscheques can be difficult to cash and often haverestrictions of about US$100 a day maximum.They also tend to attract high commissioncharges, especially when exchanging for hardcurrency.

ClimateKenya is an excellent year round destinationwith a favourable climate and reasonably lowrainfall. In general the hottest months areDecember to March, although the climate variesenormously from place to place. The lowlandcoastal areas are tropical, with year roundhigh temperatures and humidity, which is atits peak in April and May, although temperedby monsoon winds. The highlands are moretemperate with four seasons. Nairobi has a verypleasant climate throughout the year due to itsaltitude. Near Lake Victoria, the temperaturesare much higher and rainfall can be heavy.

Malawi Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.

As of the 1st October 2015 passport holders of(but not limited to) UK, USA, Canada, Australiaand New Zealand will be charged a visa fee atthe border into Malawi. The cost is $50 for a 7 daytransit visa and $75 for a 90 day single entry visa.

Please check with your local Malawi Embassy orHigh Commission prior to departure.

VaccinationsSeek advice from your doctor or travel clinicat least six weeks prior to departure aboutwhat vaccinations you require. Typically the listincludes typhoid, tetanus, polio, hepatitis A andB and meningitis.

A malaria risk exists throughout the country, westrongly recommend that you take anti-malariamedication.

A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate isrequired from travellers over one year of agecoming from infected areas.

CurrencyThe currency of Malawi is the Malawian Kwacha(MWK, symbol MK).1 MWK = 100 tambala.

Notes are in denominations of Mk500, 200, 100,50, 20, 10 and 5.Coins are in denominations of Mk1 and 20, 10, 5,2 and 1 tambala.

On arrival in Lilongwe you will be able to convertmoney into MKW. The bureau de changes arethe easiest place to change money, and US$ andGB£ are accepted in both cash and travellerscheque format. Travellers cheques attract acommission charge and a lower exchangerate than cash, which is changed with nocommission.

If coming south from Tanzania, MKW can bepurchased on the border using US$ cash. ATMsare effectively non-existent for foreign cards inMalawi.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - Malawi is 2 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed

Standard voltage is 220-240V. Electrical socketsin Malawi are the "Type G " British BS-1363 type.You will need a voltage converter, and plugadapter in order to use U.S. appliances

ClimateThere are three seasons in Malawi. The rainyseason extends from November to April, thecool season from May to July and the dry seasonfrom August to October. Temperatures andrainfall are greatly influenced by Lake Malawiand altitude, which varies from 37 metres (inthe Lower Shire Valley) to 3050 metres (MountMulanje). Along the lakeshore, the mean annualtemperature is 24°C, and humidity can be highduring the rainy season.

Tanzania Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Irish, Australian, New Zealand, USA,Canadian and RSA citizens require a visa forTanzania. A single entry visas can be obtainedby most nationalities upon arrival at Dar esSalaam, Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar Airport orat Namanga border crossing point, betweenTanzania and Kenya. The current visa cost is U$50 for all nationalities, which can be paid inUS$, GB£ or Euro cash. The three East Africancountries of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda havean agreement that you can travel freely betweenthese countries and do not have to get anothervisa when returning to each. If you exit thisregion and enter any other country, includingRwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo,you will need to get new visas to re enter Kenya,Tanzania and Uganda.

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Tanzania from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that you receive allof the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidePolio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid andTetanus is strongly recommended. Meningitisand Rabies are also recommended.

There is the risk of malaria in Tanzania so it isvery important to check with your doctor before

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you go, to see whether malarial medication isrequired for the areas you are visiting.A Yellow Fever International Certificate ofVaccination is required from travellers over one,arriving from countries infected with yellowfever or who were in transit through infectedareas (unless they remained onboard or at theairport); this is particularly relevant if travelingfrom neighbouring African countries. If visitingZanzibar from mainland Tanzania, a yellow fevercertificate must be produced to gain entry.

CurrencyThe currency of Tanzania is the TanzanianShilling (code TZS, symbol TSh).1 TSh = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations ofTSh10,000, 5000, 2,000, 1,000 and 500. Coins arein denominations of TSh200, 100, 50, 20 and 10.

The Tanzanian Shilling is non exportable orimportable. You can exchange US Dollars,Pound Sterling or Euro cash at bureau dechanges or banks in larger towns/cities. Cash ischanged with no commission. Exchange ratesvary depending upon the denomination of thenote that you want to change and generallysmaller notes attract a lower exchange ratethan high ones. Be aware that old pre-2003US$ banknotes or torn or marked banknotesare difficult to exchange in Africa so make sureyou take crisp new notes. Alternatively mostlarge towns/cities have an ATM where cashcan be withdrawn using Visa or MasterCard.Credit cards are very rarely accepted for makingpurchases.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0830-1230; Sat0830-1300. Bureaux de change have longerhours and in the cities open on Sundays.

Travellers cheques are more difficult to changeand require proof of purchase and often haverestrictions of about US$100 a day maximum.Please note that there is a surcharge whenpaying by travellers cheques.

Time & VoltageTanzania Time Zone - 3 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed.

Standard voltage is 220-240V. Primary socketsrequire a Type G British BS-1363 or Type D Indian

BS-546 type, three pin plug. You will need avoltage converter, and plug adapter in order touse U.S. appliances. We recommend getting auniversal adapter.

ClimateTanzania is sunny and tropical (accept in themountain regions). Given the sheer size ofthe country, the climate varies dramatically indifferent regions. In coastal regions and on theislands of Zanzibar and Pemba it is hot andhumid year-round with higher rainfall, whilstinland, the central plateau is dry and hot and thenorth-western highlands are cooler. The longrains occur between mid-March and the end ofMay and there are also short, lighter rains duringNovember and December. The driest monthsare June to October.

South Africa Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Australian, New Zealand, USA and Canadiancitizens do not require a tourist visa for SouthAfrica for stays of up to 90 days.

Very few nationalities require South Africanvisas prior to entry into the country. Mostnationalities are able to get an entry stampat the border on entering South Africa. Pleasecontact your local South African embassy tofind out if you require a visa prior to enteringSA. If you are subject to visa requirements, youmust apply and receive your visa before yourdeparture for South Africa, visas are not issuedat South African ports of entry.

Travelling with Children to orthrough South AfricaFrom 1 June 2015 parents travelling withchildren into or out of South Africa, or transitingin South Africa will be asked to show the child’sunabridged (full) birth certificate which liststhe child’s details and both parents’ details.The abridged (short) birth certificate which

only lists the child’s details won’t be accepted.Uncertified copies of birth certificates or copiesof the parents/guardians identification will notbe accepted. A parental contact affidavit (PCA)must have a certified copy of the parent’s/guardian’s identification (ie passport) attachedto it.

Where only one parent is accompanying a child,parental or legal consent for the child to travel(eg an affidavit from the other parent or –if applicable – a death certificate) is requiredand there are other requirements for childrentravelling unaccompanied or with adults whoare not their parents.

If you are travelling with children (under18) it is essential that you contact theSouth African High Commission or the SouthAfrican Department of Home Affairs for furtherinformation relating to these regulations. If youdo not carry the correct documentation you willnot be allowed to enter the country. Obtainingthe correct paperwork is the responsibility of thetraveller and not On The Go Tours.

Health & VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to South Africa from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that all you receiveall of the appropriate vaccinations. As a guidetetanus, diphtheria, polio, hepatitis A (for staysover 4 weeks) and hepatitis B (for stays over 3months) are recommended.

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is requiredfrom travellers over one, coming from infectedareas.

A low malaria risk occurs in northern parts ofMpumalanga (as well as Kruger National park,northern and northeastern parts of KwaZulu-Natal). If travelling to these regions and/or thecountries north of South Africa, where there is ahigh malaria risk, we strongly recommend thatyou take anti-malaria medication. Precautionarymeasures to take to prevent contact withmosquitoes include: insect repellent, cover upat sundown, sleep under a mosquito net andwear long sleeve clothing and long trousers inthe evenings.

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CurrencyThe currency in South Africa is Rand (ZAR;symbol R)1 Rand = 100 cents. Notes are in denominationsof R200, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are indenominations of R5, 2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10 and5 cents.

Obtaining local currency within South Africa isvery easy. ATMs are widely accessible and veryreliable and offer the best rates of exchange.International credit cards are accepted in almostall shops, restaurants, hotels and game reserves.

Bureau de changes offer a quick andcommission free service but are only foundin the main centres such as Cape Townand Johannesburg. Travellers cheques can bechanged at banks. These should be in US Dollarsor Pound Sterling to avoid additional exchangerate charges. Please note that proof of identitymay be requested in some instances, so it’suseful to carry a passport or some form ofphoto identification. Travellers cheques can bedifficult to exchange and tend to attract highcommission fees.

Banking hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1530, Sat0830-1100.

Rand can be used in Botswana, Namibiaand South Africa, so if you are travelling onone of our overland safaris ample moneyfor these three countries can be obtainedprior to beginning your trip in Cape Town orJohannesburg. The Rand and Namibian dollarare tied to each other on an equal level and canbe used interchangeably in Namibia. The Randcan also be easily converted to Pula in Botswanaat good rates.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - South Africa is 2 hours ahead ofGMT. Daylight saving time is not observed

Standard voltage is 220-230V. Primary socketsrequire a ‘Type M’ - South African, electrical plugwhich has three thick circular pins. You will needa voltage converter, and plug adapter in orderto use U.S. appliances.

ClimateClimatic conditions generally range fromMediterranean in the south western corner ofthe country to temperate in the interior plateau,and subtropical in the northeast. A small areain the northwest has a desert climate. Mostof the country has warm, sunny days andcool nights. Rainfall generally occurs duringsummer (November-March), although in thesouthwest, around Cape Town, rainfall occursin winter (from June-August). Temperatures areinfluenced by variations in elevation, terrain,and ocean currents.

Zambia Country Guide

Visas & Departure TaxPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.UK, Australian, New Zealand, USA, Canadiancitizens require a visa for Zambia. Visas can beobtained by most nationalities upon arrival atthe airport/border. A single entry visa currentlycosts US $50 and a double/multiple entry costs$80. Irish and South African passport holders donot require a visa.

VaccinationsYou should seek medical advice beforetravelling to Zambia from your local healthpractitioner and ensure that all you receiveall of the appropriate vaccinations. As a guideTetanus, diphtheria, polio, hepatitis A andhepatitis B (for stays over 4 weeks) are stronglyrecommended.

Zambia has a malaria risk throughout theyear in the whole country, therefore westrongly recommend that you take anti-malariamedication.

The yellow fever vaccination is required forpassengers travelling to and from Zambia. All in-transit passengers travelling between Zambiaand South Africa, irrespective of the time periodin transit, will also be required to present theirYellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.

CurrencyZambia’s currency is the Zambia Kwacha (ZMK)Notes are in denominations of ZMK100, 50, 20,10, 5, and 2.

Banking hours vary but most are open from Mon- Fri 0815-1430

ATMs are available at Standard Chartered andBarclays Bank which accept Visa. Most largestores and hotels accept credit cards.

If travelling on one of our overland safaris thereis no real need to convert any of your money toZMK, as you will only be in Zambia for a shortperiod of time. Campsites readily accept US$cash for food and beverages.

Time & VoltageTime Zone - Zambia is 2 hours ahead of GMT.Daylight saving time is not observed.

Standard voltage is 230V. Zambia has severalvarieties of electrical sockets. The 3 primarysockets are ‘Type C’ - European, ‘Type D’ - Indianand ‘Type G’ - British. You will need a voltageconverter and plug adapter in order to use U.S.appliances.

ClimateZambia is warm all year round, but has threedistinct seasons. Between December and Aprilthe weather is hot and wet; from May to Augustit is cooler and dry; between September andNovember conditions are hot and dry. Averagesummer temperatures range between 25°C to35°C, while in winter they can fall as low as 6°C atnight, although daytime temperatures average24°C.

Zambian Airport Departure TaxNOTES FOR THOSE FLYING OUT OFLIVINGSTONE AIRPORT IN ZAMBIA

An airport departure tax is in place for all flightsdeparting from Zambian airports. It will nolonger be included on the ticket and will now becollected in Zambian Kwacha cash direct fromthe passenger. The amount payable is currentlyK28,000 for Domestic Flights and K56,000for International Flights and is payable ondeparture from all Zambian airports. Passengers

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need to have ZMK cash available for this tax.Please note, departure taxes are subject tochange.

Zimbabwe Country Guide

VisasPlease be advised that visa requirements aresubject to change and that visa procurementis the responsibility of the traveller and notOn The Go Tours, therefore it is essential thatyou check current visa requirements with theembassy before travel. Please also ensure thatyour passport is valid for at least 6 months fromyour planned date of departure from Africa.

UK, Ireland, Australian, New Zealand, USA andCanadian passport holders require a visa toenter Zimbabwe, these visas are available atthe border for the following costs: Australian,New Zealand and US citizens: US$30 single/$45 double entry visa. British and Irish is US$55single/$70 double. Canadians can only obtain asingle entry visa at the border for US $75. SouthAfrican passport holders can obtain a visa forfree. Visas can be brought using post 2003 US$notes, GB£ or South African Rand.

VaccinationsSeek advice from your doctor or travel clinicat least six weeks prior to departure aboutwhat vaccinations you require. Typically thelist includes typhoid, tetanus, diphtheria, polio,hepatitis A and B (for stays over 4 weeks).

In Zimbabwe a malarial risk exists fromNovember to June in all areas below 1200mand throughout the year in the Zambezi Valley.We strongly recommend that you take youranti-malaria medication. Other precautionarymeasures to prevent contact with mosquitoesinclude: insect repellent, cover up at sundown,sleep under a mosquito net and wear longsleeve clothing and long trousers in theevenings.

Yellow fever: A yellow fever vaccinationcertificate is required from travellers over oneyear of age coming from infected areas.

CurrencyThe Zimbabwean Dollar was abandoned in April2009. The country has adopted a multi-currencyscheme; the US Dollar and South African Randcan be used for domestic transactions.

Banking hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri -0800-1500 , Wed 0800-1300 and Sat -0800-1130. In major towns/cities most bankshave an ATM. American Express, Diners Club andVisa cards are widely accepted. Major foreigncurrencies can be exchanged at bureaux dechange and banks at the official exchange rate.

Travellers cheques are accepted at banks, theseshould be in US Dollars or Pound Sterlingto avoid additional exchange rate charges.Most banks will want to see your passportand proof of purchase receipt before cashingyour travellers cheques. Please Note: Travellerscheques can be difficult to cash so do not relyupon them as your sole source of funds.

Time & VoltageStandard voltage is 220-240V. Primary socketsrequire a ‘Type G’ - British plug, or ‘Type D’ -old English plug or Indian plug. You will need avoltage converter and plug adapter in order touse U.S. appliances.

Zimbabwe is 2 hours ahead of GMT. Daylightsaving time is not observed.

ClimateAlthough located in the tropics, temperateconditions prevail all year round in Zimbabweas the climate is moderated by altitude and theinland position of the country.

Zimbabwe has a rainy season from November/December to March, during this time daysare hot and sunny with possible afternoonthunderstorms. By April and May most ofthe rain is gone, skies are clear anddays are sunny and warm. Night timetemperatures drop dramatically between Juneand August although daytime temperaturesremain pleasantly warm. Late August sees thestart of the hot and dry season which continuesuntil October.

Zambian Airport Departure TaxNOTES FOR THOSE FLYING OUT OFLIVINGSTONE AIRPORT IN ZAMBIA

An airport departure tax is in place for all flightsdeparting from Zambian airports. It will nolonger be included on the ticket and will now becollected in Zambian Kwacha cash direct fromthe passenger. The amount payable is currentlyK28,000 for Domestic Flights and K56,000for International Flights and is payable ondeparture from all Zambian airports. Passengersneed to have ZMK cash available for this tax.Please note, departure taxes are subject tochange.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

We offer a number of locally operated optionalactivities and excursions on each of ourexpeditions. We feel that offering optionalexcursions affords a greater degree of flexibility,independence and choice to our travellers. Tohelp you budget, below is a selection of optionalexcursions available on this trip.

Please note the following:All prices are in US Dollars and are subject tochange. Where activities occur away from yourbase, there may be an additional transfer cost.

Serengeti/Ngorongoro Excursions (ifapplicable) - travellers cheques may beaccepted although they are subject to asurcharge of at least 5%.

Victoria Falls activities (if applicable) - must bepaid for in US$ cash (GBP & ZAR also accepted ata lower rate).

Gorilla Trekking (if applicable) - the price variesdependant on where gorilla trek takes place ieUganda, DRC or Rwanda.

We offer camping and accommodatedexcursions in the Serengeti/Ngorongoro Craterand Okavango Delta. These operate separately.Please note that a minimum of 4 passengersare required for the accommodated excursionsto run and if camping a sleeping bag will berequired.All optional excursions are offered by 3rd partiesand independently of On The Go Tours. They

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are undertaken at your own risk and On The GoTours take no responsibility for personal loss/injury caused.

Botswana

3 day Okavango Delta Excursion (camping)from US $170

Chobe National Park Game Drive US $70

Scenic Flight Over Okavango (5 per plane) US$100 per person

Kenya

Giraffe Centre. Pre/Post tour US $25

Nairobi National Park half day. Pre/Post tour US$125

Malawi

Fresh Water Diving at Kande Beach US $55

Full Day Snorkelling US $35

Horse Riding 2 - 3 hours US $70 - $100

Livingstonia Mission Hike 30km rtn US $20

Traditional Healer Visit US $10

Village Walk & Meal US $20

South Africa

Kruger Park Open Vehicle Game Drive US $50

Soweto Tour - J'burg/Pretoria - from from US$60

Tanzania

3 day Serengeti/Ngorongoro Excursion(camping) from US $500

Olduvai Gorge US $10

Zambia

Zambezi Sunset Dinner Cruise US $80

Zanzibar

Dhow Fishing Trip US $40

Dhow Sunset Cruise US $40

Dolphin Trip US $40

Moped Hire Us $80

Nungwe Half Day Snorkel Trip US $40

Prison Island Snorkelling Trip US $30

Scuba Diving from US $100

Spice Tour US $40

Stone Town Tour US $50

Zanzibar Accommodation p.p.p.n US $40-$60

Zimbabwe

Bungee Jump (111m) US $170

Elephant Back Safari US $150

Full Day Adrenaline (min. 10) US $160

Helicopter Over The Falls 15 mins US $155

Horse Riding 3 hours US $80

Microlight Over The Falls 15 mins US $170

Rafting & Boarding Combo US $180

Rafting On The Zambezi US $200

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