Lion Trail Safari (Classic)

Deposit and Payment

• A non-refundable deposit of 30% is required on booking and the balance to be paid not later than 35 days before the Services commence.

Cancellation

Cancelled reservations or reduced in length of stay or numbers of clients, are subject to cancellation charges as follows:

• Cancellations received between 60 and 35 days prior to commencement of services shall be charged at 20% of the total cost of services.
• Cancellations received between 34 and 14 days prior to commencement of services shall be charged at 40% of the total cost of services.
• Cancellations received between 13 and 6 days prior to commencement of services shall be charged at 100% of the total cost of services.

The liability to reimburse the Company for the cancellation fees, non-refundable booking fee, no-show fees, administration fee and the like shall in no way limit or restrict the general rights of the Company to collect damages for breach of Contract.

Safari Preparation

How should you prepare for safari

Our Safaris have been designed for the adventurous and out-door-loving wildlife lover. They are carefully planned to offer you the best Lodge safari experience and under canvas camping safari experience. Our Safaris range from non-participatory – where you use fully serviced permanent luxurious tented camps & lodges and enjoy the well-planned safari adventures, to the much more involving adventure trips where the guides and support staff put up and tear down the camp and take care of every detail. To help you prepare for your Safari experience, we have shown main things that should be considered before booking your safari and how to prepare for the bush. To get you started you could read our safari FAQs, with common questions asked about choosing a safari and preparing for the.

A day on Safari

The day normally starts around 6am, when you get your wakeup call from a Maasai worrier and the early morning birds; dawn is normally at 6 am in the tropics. Tea, coffee or cocoa is served in the tents or at the lobby of the lodge before you embark on your game viewing drive. During the first hours of the morning, the savannah is filled with a special animation. This is when the larger predators hunt for their food, before the temperature becomes too hot for any excessive physical activity. This is the time we have the highest chances of watching a hunt in action (also likely in the early evening). The colors of the landscape are also more accentuated, and help us to take great photographs. Late breakfast is served and the morning is opened to different activities. Barbeque Lunch is normally served from noon at the lawns of the camp or at the balcony of your tent or the main restaurant of the lodge and “a la carte” dinner served in the main restaurant of the Camp/ Lodge. Evening falls quickly in Africa, sun sets at 6 pm and its dark in 30 minutes.

How should you dress on your Safari?

To carry a sweater or Wear shorts, T-shirts during the day and long-sleeved shirts, pants in the evening for protection from mosquitoes and warmth as well. If you are sensitive to the sun loose cotton shirt is vital during the day. Khaki, olive, brown and beige colors are best for safaris and nature walks. a windbreaker before game drives is important, because it is highly possible that you may go out on a hot day, but return with a chill evening. Some areas have a steep temperature gradient, ie. very cool nights and Very hot days.

Clothing to Pack:

• 2 pairs sturdy shorts
• 2 pairs khaki cotton pants
• 2 long sleeved shirts (for sun protection as well as warmth).
• 1 lightweight, waterproof windbreaker
• 1 or 2 pair sturdy walking or hiking boots or running shoes
• 3-5 short-sleeved shirts or T-shirts
• 5 changes underwear and socks
• 1 hat with a brim
• 1 light sweater or sweatshirt

Personal Essentials:

• Toilet kit including shampoo and soap
• Large towel and washcloth; thin, quick-drying
• Tabard insect repellent
• Good quality sunglasses plus protective case
• Hand wipes
• Repair kit: needle and thread, nylon cord, rip-stop tape
• Personal first aid kit

Optional:

Have sufficient memory card and batteries. Film and batteries be obtained at the camps & lodges at a cost.

• Binoculars
• Paperback reading and writing material (keep weight at a minimum)
• Bird and animal checklist
• Snacks; trail mix, nuts, hard candies
• Extra sweater
• Wool or Leather gloves (if you really feel the cold)
• Down vest or jacket (if you really feel the cold)

What activities are available on Safari?

The Safari has abundant opportunities to see wildlife and scenic landscapes. Activities depends on the habitat, existence of rivers, wildlife, climate and experience of the Driver/guides.

Game Drives:

Game drives are done in pop -up safari vehicle, with a driver / guide of extensive experience and knowledge of the area to be visited. Game drives usually start in early morning and late afternoon when it is cooler.

Cultural Safari:

While on safari You can include various activities in the itinerary that include a short visit to a local village to see how the local integrate with wild animals.

Other Activities:

Other exciting activities may include; quad bike drives, mountain biking, scenic flights, gorilla tracking, anti-poaching exercises...amongst a myriad of possible activities.

Guides and Vehicles on your safari

The safari guide is a critical element to a great safari experience. A good guide will make it happen. All effort is put in order to get the best guide available. Vehicles used are generally 4 x 4 land rovers or land cruisers for game viewing, while at times you can also use a minivan with a pop-up roof that allows a good visibility this type of vehicle can offer.