FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs).

1. CAN I CHARGE BATTERIES WHILST ON SAFARI?

All of our vehicles are fitted with 220volt inverters which are linked to multi- plug sockets for easy charging. We recommend that guests purchase a Botswana adaptor, these are the same as South Africa, type M3, 3 round pin plugs for use in hotels and airpots if needed.

We ask that guests use the charging facilities for recharging camera and torch batteries only, please do not bring hairdryers, electric razors or electric toothbrushes for use whilst on safari.

2. CAN I USE MY CELL PHONE OR ACCESS INTERNET WHILST ON SAFARI?

For the duration of your time on Game Scanners Tours and Safaris you will not have access to cell signal or internet, this is one of the pleasures of an authentic safari, the sounds you hear are the sounds of Africa and you can truly relax without the tiesof the outside world.

3.CAN YOU CATER FOR VEGETARIANS AND OTHER DIATERY REQUIREMENTS?

Yes we do. We do ask that you advise your agent or ourselves of any special requirements or allergies that you have when you book to give us as much time as possible to prepare the menu for you.

4. DO I NEED A VISA FOR BOTSWANA?

Most passport holders will not require a VISA, UK, US, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austrilia, Canada, New zealand, plus others are all able to obtain 3 month VISAs upon entry into Botswana at the border or airports.

5.DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN TOWEL, LINEN AND TOILETRIES?

We supply both bath and hand towels as well as linen whilst on safari with us however, guests are requested to bring their own personal toiletries.

6.DO I NEED TO TAKE MALARIA MEDICATION?

Botswana is considered a low risk malaria region but please speak with your own Doctor for advice on vaccinations and malaria medication required for visiting Botswana.

7. IF I AM A SINGLE TRAVELLER, WILL I HAVE TO SHARE MY TENT?

You will not be expected to share with someone unless you state that you are happy to.

8. IS IT SAFE IN MY TENT?

Yes, so long as you follow the safety instructions fromyour guide regarding not taking food into the tent and zipping your tent up properly then the tents are safe from any "intruders".

9.WHAT IS THE BATHROOM LIKE?

Each tent has its own en-suite bush bathroom comprising of a stand basin for washing hands and face, including soaps & shampoo; an open air bucket shower that the camphand will fill with hot/warm/cold water depending on time of day or year and temperatures you want it, and a short drop bush toilet( comfortable seat over a hole in the ground, that we use ash and lime to cover our business and let nature do it's thing).

10. IS LAUNDRY AVAILABLE WHILST ON SAFARI?

The camp crew will do laundry upon request on full days in camp but this is dependent upon weather and water availability.

11. SHOULD I BRING MY MONEY WITH ME?

Game Scanners Tours and Safaris is all fully inclusive and unless you wish to leave a tip for your guide and crew, you will not require any money whilst on the safari.

12.WHAT CAN I EXPECT ON A TRAVEL DAY?

On our travel days we have an early start, pack our bags and leave camp to have breakfast somewhere scenic.

13. WHAT CAN I EXPECT ON AN EXPLORATION DAY?

The best game viewing is the early morning and so each day begins at the first hint of dawn with a coffee and light breakfast around the fire.

14.WHAT IS THE LUGGAGE RESTRICTION?

For all safaris that include any charter flights you are restricted to 20 kg in total which must be packed in soft lagguge as the planes used are small, charter planes that are heavily regulated. If you bring above the restricted amount you will be asked to leave items behind or to travel without your lugguge so make sure you are within the guidelines.

15. WHAT IS THE STANDARD ACCEPTED TIPPING PROCEDURE FOR BOTSWANA?

These guidelines on tipping are strictly for your information, tipping is optional and the amount is entirely up to you but thes are the industry standards:

•Guides: USD 10.00 per person per day

•Safari chef: USD 5.00 per person per day

•General staff: USD 5.00 per person per day.

16. WHAT KINDS OF ANIMALS WILL WE SEE?

Obviously nothing can be guranteed on a safari, that is one of the pleasures as you spend time tracking and looking for some of the elusive animals but the itineraries all state the animals that you can hope to see in different areas.

17. WHAT TYPE OF VEHICLE WILL WE BE TRAVELLING ON?

Our vehicles are spacious and comfortable taking a maximum of 9 guests. They are designed safari 4×4 vehicles for photography. There will be a fridge or cooler box with ice blocks on the vehicle in order that cold drinks are available to guests at all times on game drives.

Email: [email protected]

(+267) 77439276

Lekawen Drifts, Maun Office

Botswana, Africa.