Useful InformationHere is a brief list of essentials for your safari:
Although located in the tropics, temperate conditions prevail all year, as the climate is moderated by altitude and the inland position of the country. The dry season runs from Aril to October, and the rainy season from November to March. This has a marked effect on the flora and fauna and whether you are looking for the Big 5 or an avid birder there is always something for everyone.
The temperatures can change considerably throughout the year and will vary from 25ºC -30ºC (April – September and from 30ºC - 40ºC in other months. In the winter months (June- September) night-time temperatures can fall dramatically so we advise a thick jumper!
All Natureways guests must have fully comprehensive insurance cover, including full medical, emergency medical air evacuation, and repatriation cover. Please make sure that you’re your belongs are adequately insured before you depart. Natureways and its agents and associates cannot be held responsible or liable for loss, damage, or theft of personal luggage and belongings, nor can they be held liable for personal injury, accident or illness. We also advise that you take out insurance on any valuable items (cameras, binoculars etc) that you may be carrying and that you take these on as carry on luggage when you board the plane.
Most airlines limit the amount of luggage that you can check in and carry on board so please check with the relevant airline. If travelling in a charter aircraft there are often luggage weight restrictions. Please check with the charter company or if you would like Natureways to book your charter flight we will be happy to inform you as to the luggage weights allowed.
The Odyssey Safaris are all inclusive so you will not need any cash while on safari. Should you require additional drinks (non-house wines, champagnes etc) then please advise us beforehand as these will be subject to additional cost.
Guests on the Explorer Safaris may purchase additional drinks and snacks should they wish and your guide will organise this with you on the way to the river. Other than this there are no additional costs on the explorer trip.
Large hotels may accept credit cards although we advise their use only in an emeregency.
If you are taking charter flights to transfer between locations then you will be subject to weight restrictions so please keep the amount of clothes you bring to a minimum. Clothes should be of neutral colours and the most suitable are brown, green and khaki. We include a list below of basic clothing essentials:
We advise all our guests consult their doctor or the local travel clinic before coming on safari to get the appropriate prophylaxis.
We also recommend the liberal use of insect repellents, especially from dusk onwards. Wear long-sleeved shirts and trousers/slacks in the evenings and avoid bright colours.