Giraffes in Africa
Africa Tours Online provides bespoke tours and associated accommodation throughout Africa. Please note that the information in these pages is meant to be an aid to travelers. Please check your travel information with your own Embassy or Foreign Office.
CONFIRMATION OF HOTEL RESERVATION
We will make accommodation reservations for you as a part of our service. Reservations will be confirmed and are subject to availability. A deposit will be required upon confirmation of booking.
AIRPORT- HOTEL TRANSPORTATION
We provide a shuttle service to and from the airport for the majority of our tours.If you do wish to make use of this service you need to confirm this with your booking. Airport taxis are expensive!
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
Africa has high standards of dietary supply, service and hygiene in all of its developed centers but also has a large third world component which has its own unique flair – which requires caution. Special dietary requirements at accommodation / hotels should be indicated on accommodation reservation.
HEALTH
It is usually best to assume that running water is not safe to drink, and stick to bottled water – or if on an expedition in the bush – boiled or treated water. Sun screens should be used for skin protection. Malaria risks – predominantly in the malignant form P falciparum – exist throughout the year in certain areas Africa. Your doctor will advise on the best precautions to take, these may differ based on the area you are exploring and your personal requirements.Yellow fever vaccination certificates are required from visitors traveling through, or disembarking in an infected country. Check further health requirements with your embassy foreign office. MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE, WE WILL USUALLY ASK TO HAVE PROOF OF A POLICY.
TIPPING
Tipping is expected in some instances, your guide will advise but it is usually obvious who has helped make your trip and a small tip can sometimes go a long way.
CURRENCY EXCHANGE RATE
The currency that you will be using will obviously depend on where you want to go! That said it is handy to have a few dollars – they seem to hold a value everywhere.
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With the exception of the South African Rand, you will not be able to buy the currency until you land. Your guide will advise on the cheapest and safest places to do your exchange. Make sure you inform your bank where you are traveling to if you wish to use your card.
TRAVEL VISA
You may need to arrange a visa before you travel, if this is the case we will help to arrange it. In the majority of cases you can buy a tourist visa at the airport.
INSURANCE
We insist that all clients take out comprehensive international travel insurance. This must cover any activity that we have arranged as well as losses incurred due to cancellations, medical expenses, or the loss of personal effects. Africa Tours Online and any of its operators cannot accept any liability for any accidents or injuries.
