It will depend on the type of tour or safari. Most safari packages do not cover extras like drinks, tips and any excursion that had not been included. Whatever is not included on the package will be listed on the quotation.

Please contact us to get the latest information on your desired trip.

For bookings being made inside 8 weeks, full payment will be required to make the booking. For bookings outside 8 weeks, we require 25% deposit wired to our account, and balance is payable at least 35 days prior to commencement of the safari.

Payment can be made by wire transfer,  or credit card. We accept most credit cards but there is a 4.5% processing fee surcharge for Credit Card Payments.

Wear whatever is comfortable. It is recommended to have a sturdy pair of broken-in trail shoes, boots, or sneakers. It is preferable to dress in layers and wear clothing that will wick away perspiration and keep you dry and comfortable

If you are on this trip to Africa over a period of about 2 weeks, the following list may serve as a good guideline on what to bring along in terms of clothing.

5 Short-sleeved cotton shirts. Polo-style shirts are more versatile than T-shirts
2 Long sleeved cotton shirts. These can include light dress shirts for sun protection and flannel shirts and cotton turtlenecks for layering
2 Pairs of Trousers: Comfortable and loose-fitting. One lighter, one a bit heavier for warmth in the evening.
Travel skirt, for women. Not required, but highly recommended.
Underwear – 7 to 10 changes. Due to the very bumpy roads, brassieres are suggested for women, even if you usually don’t wear one.
Fleece jacket.
Light rain jacket with a hood. A water- proof breathable jacket can double as a wind breaker. This should be sized to fit over your sweater or fleece jacket.
Wide brim sun hat.

Footwear
Pack comfortable walking shoes. Look for shoes with good arch support. Sports sandals. Not required, but very highly recommended, especially if you are taking an extension tom the beach/coast.

Socks – 5 to 7 pairs. During May to August, one or two pairs should be warm hiking socks made of wool, capilene or Thermax.

Optional Clothing
Swim suit (recommended for dips in swimming pools, except in June July and August, when it might be too cool to swim- East Africa speaking)

Walking shorts, long-cut for modesty (Not needed May through August – East Africa speaking)

The above commandments are only suggestions provided for your convenience. It is important to mention that it is often possible to do laundry during the safari, although dryers might not be available

Your African Safari Packing list is long! It begins here…

  • TRAVEL DOCUMENTS FOR YOUR TRIP TO AFRICA
  • Passport & correct Visas or Visa application forms
  • Traveler’s cheques/checks, credit cards, driver’s license,
  • Emergency Phone Numbers on your destination
  • Your Travel Insurance policy
  • A journal or travel dairy book
  • Destination guide book  – it should include animals/birds pages for easy identification
  • Pen and paper for notes
  • Your final travel itinerary and flight tickets
  • Addresses and Mobile numbers of contact persons back home
  • Any vaccinations certificates as per Requirements of Your destination(s)
  • Phone card and international access numbers
  • Extra passport-sized photos
  • Photo Copy of Your passport, kept in a separate place from your original passport
  • Photo Copy of Marriage Certificate, if applicable especially if you recently tied the knot
  • Your Medical History & Copies of medical prescriptions
  • Reading materials

SAFARI AND TRAVEL LUGGAGE WEIGHT
While international flights from North America, Europe and most other parts allow the transport and handling of two large pieces of luggage per person, clients are strongly advised to travel with one medium-sized piece of checked in luggage, and a carry-on bag or camera bag if desired. The same applies to regional flights within Africa.

On light aircraft flights within most African counties, the baggage allowance is limited to a maximum of 33 pounds, excluding camera and video equipment. Any additional luggage can be stored at the city/ town hotel until your return. Luggage and personal effects are carried at owner’s risk throughout the tour. Baggage is therefore insurance is recommended.

RECOMMENDED CLOTHING FOR AFRICAN TRAVEL
If you are on this trip to Africa over a period of about 2 weeks, the following list may serve as a good guideline on what to bring along in terms of clothing.

  • 5 Short-sleeved cotton shirts. Polo-style shirts are more versatile than T-shirts
  • 2 Long sleeved cotton shirts. These can include light dress shirts for sun protection and flannel shirts and cotton turtlenecks for layering
  • 2 Pairs of Trousers: Comfortable and loose-fitting. One lighter, one a bit heavier for warmth in the evening.
  • Travel skirt, for women. Not required, but highly recommended.
  • Underwear – 7 to 10 changes. Due to the very bumpy roads, brassieres are suggested for women, even if you usually don’t wear one.
  • Fleece jacket.
  • Light rain jacket with a hood. A water- proof breathable jacket can double as a wind breaker. This should be sized to fit over your sweater or fleece jacket.
  • Wide brim sun hat.

Footwear
Pack comfortable walking shoes. Look for shoes with good arch support. Sports sandals. Not required, but very highly recommended, especially if you are taking an extension tom the beach/coast.

Socks – 5 to 7 pairs. During May to August, one or two pairs should be warm hiking socks made of wool, capilene or Thermax.

Optional Clothing
Swim suit (recommended for dips in swimming pools, except in June July and August, when it might be too cool to swim- East Africa speaking)

Walking shorts, long-cut for modesty (Not needed May through August – East Africa speaking)

The above commandments are only suggestions provided for your convenience. It is important to mention that it is often possible to do laundry during the safari, although dryers might not be available.

SAFARI AND TRAVEL EQUIPMENT – ESPECIALLY FOR ADVENTURE TRAVEL

  • Mobile Phone: Local SIM cards are readily available in most African destinations
  • Alarm Clock – travel size
  • Binoculars – very important for wildlife and bird-watching safaris
  • Converter/ plug adapter- electricity is 220V. As outlets vary you should travel with a set of international adapters
  • Flashlight , Pocket Knife (Swiss/Leatherman type)
  • Small Beanbags to substitute a camera tripod while on game viewing drives
  • Batteries – extras, for all of your electronic appliances and cameras
  • Calculator – pocket size for currency conversions
  • Camera equipment and film
  • Keys – extra set of luggage keys / or better stll combination locks
  • Travel pillow, or you can use your polar fleece/windbreaker
    Washing powder/travel soap for laundry

PERSONAL TRAVEL ITEMS AND SAFARI SUPPLIES

  • Swimming suit and  Laundry soap
  • Moisturizing cream and sun block lotion
  • Prescribed medicine (enough to last your trip)
  • Medication – over-the-counter or prescription medicine you take on a regular basis
  • Prescription glasses if you wear them (and a copy of your prescription)
  • Sunglasses (two pairs in case one is lost or misplaced) & Sunscreen
  • Tissues and anti-bacterial moist towels and soaps
  • Toiletries, cosmetics, and Sanitary Towels for ladies
  • Hat, visor or scarf
  • Insect repellent/ Mosquito Coil (do not use coils in a tent)
  • A travel towel is light and takes very little space
  • Skin care cream
  • Malaria tablets (very important)
  • Citronella or other body soap/shower gel & Band aids & moleskin
  • Vitamins & Painkiller & Antiseptic cream & Motion sickness tablets & Heartburn remedy
  • Anti-diarrhoea medicine & Re-hydration salts
  • Small unbreakable mirror
  • Plastic bags (wet washing/muddy shoes/organise clothes in suitcase)
  • Biological Water Filtration Bottle or you can stick to the bottled water
  • Toothbrush/toothpaste/dental floss
  • Shampoo and Conditioner
  • Tweezers & Lip balm & Q-tips & cotton balls
  • Razor & shaving cream/gel
  • Birth control / Contraceptives
  • Contact lens solution & extra set of disposable lenses
  • Cold/flu tablets & Allergy remedy
  • Sterile needles (in case you need an injection and don’t trust the hygiene conditions)

SOME OF THESE SUPPLIES MIGHT BE AVAILABLE IN THE FIRST AID KIT THAT EVERY SAFARI COMPANY SHOULD CARRY BUT MAKE SURE BEFORE LEAVING THEM OFF YOUR SAFARI PACKING LIST.

No. International Airfare to and from your African trip destination is not included, but we can include if you request. You would need to let us know your point of departure and point of return.

For ready made packages published on the website, just complete our Online enquiry form on the page with the itinerary.

For tailor made safaris, contact us on this safari booking form or send us an e-mail to info{at}africansafarihub.com

We strongly recommend that you take out all of the necessary Travel Insurance before commencing on your journey.

However, we offer free membership with Flying Doctors’ Society of Africa to all our clients while on safari with us in countries were Flying Doctors operate. This will offer you, the traveler security in the knowledge that should a medical emergency arise, the Flying Doctors Service and evacuation to a reputable hospital are just a call away. This free service from us only covers only rescue. Ensure you inform us in case you would like to take it up.

While water in major towns is chlorinated and relatively safe to drink, it is safer to drink sealed bottled water, available in stores and supermarkets.

We can offer you a variety of safaris, from luxury safaris with deluxe accommodation and internal flights to camping safaris where you sleep in tents out in the open, with only the basic amenities available.

If you are a veteran safari traveler, this might be easier. You would need to look at the itinerary and tell if it would cover and offer most if not all of your areas of interest.

For beginners or first-times, this might not be so easy. Just let us know what your budget and preferences are. We then send you our suggestion made by our expert Safari Consultants. You can make alterations until you manage to get a final safari fitting your needs. We do not charge for helping you find a suitable safari.

This depends on the amount of time you have available for the safari. It will also depend on the number of countries or destinations that you are interested in visiting. If you intend to visit more than one destinations, then how far apart or close by they from one another?  What is the mode of transport from one place to another?

Generally,  and bearing in mind the above statement, a safari  can be anything from 3 days to 25 days. The more days you can afford for your safari, the more relaxed the safari will be. As a general rule, a 7 day Safari would be enough to enjoy a safari in most African countries, assuming it is one country.

What is a Group Tour
A group safari tour means you are traveling together with other persons. Normally it would be on a fixed departure dates. The group may be made up of your acquaintances or not. It is normally cheaper to travel in a group. But it does not have any flexibility and personal freedom as everything has to go according to a pre-planned schedule.

What is a Private Safari
A private safari means you travel with persons of your choice – family, friends, colleagues. You select the dates of travel, the locations to visit, the accommodation type and standard and the duration of the safari. You can make changes with regard to the safari activities and the time to take them.

Medical Precautions for travel to Africa and vaccination requirements change from time to time.  There are also differences depending on the destination you choose.

We suggest you consult your local doctor or health department for information on the latest health precautions. If you are on prescription medication, please ensure you have an adequate supply to last the duration of your stay and a copy of your prescription(s).

If you are traveling with Hallmark Travel Planners, we shall also advise you according to the specific destination(s) that you would be traveling to.

Depending on the type of tour you purchase, the destination you visit and the weather conditions at the time of travel, Hallmark Travel Planners uses either 7-seater custom safari micro vans or 4WD closed Jeeps with pop-up roof ideal for game viewing, photography and sight seeing.

The vehicles are fitted with HF long range radios for easy communication and are well maintained to provide maximum level of comfort and safety. In addition to the above, all our vehicles are fully equipped with cool-boxes and first aid kits.

In the event that the client cancels or reduces the travel items booked, cancellation policy will apply. It depends on the travel service in question – hotels, safaris, tours, flight tickets etc.  We have a page dedicated to this important matter here… please read.

Currently, we do not operate fixed schedule group safaris. We therefore can organize trips according to the needs of the person(s) who contact us for the trip.

However, the safari vehicles that we use can take up to a maximum of 6 persons per safari vehicle so that each participant in the team has a window seat.

Generally, it is better to book as far in advance as possible to ensure availability at the time you wish to travel, especially during the high/peak seasons.

However, if your preferred dates of travel fall during the high/peak season, the best time to book your trip is as soon as have made up your mind. Some very popular destinations like Serengeti and Okavango have limited accommodation spaces and fill up very quickly.

We cannot guarantee that facilities will be available for such as wheelchair passengers, but some of the properties that we use have these facilities. Please contact us with your specific requirements at the time of making arrangements so that we can ensure everything is arranged in advance for your comfort.

Yes we do! and almost all hotels and lodges that cater for safari lovers will be happy to make sure your special dietary needs are taken care of.

Please make sure to give us advanced notice so that we can make arrangements with the hotel, lodges and camps concerned.