10 Days Moremi Safari Tour: The Best Of Both Botswana And Z

Guide

English speaking Driver and Guides

Meals

Meals are included but all alcoholic beverages are excluded except whilst camping in Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana.

Others

Fully inclusive package as highligted in the travel plan with few exclusions listed in the 'Not included" section.Park entry fees in both Botswana and Zambia.

Transport

Group 4x4 expedition tours and private vehicle transfer: fuel, luggage Trailer

Accommodation

- 11 nights' accommodation in comfortable tourist class lodges /guesthouses/camp sites- Free Wi-Fi at certain lodges.- English speaking Driver/Guide- Meals are included but all alcoholic beverages are excluded except whilst camping in Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana.- 24/7 Support service.

Hygieneprotocol

This travel itinerary is executed in accordance with the set World Health Organisation (WHO), Safe Travels (WTTC - Global), Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) hygiene and sanitation protocols. Botswana COVID-19 Entry and Exit Requirements•All travelers are required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test valid within 72 hours of their departure for Botswana. Travelers who are symptomatic or who do not meet the test requirement will be tested and quarantined at their own expense.•Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry? Answer: Yes•Are health screening procedures in place at airports and other ports of entry? Answer: YesPlease also note the following travel information from Zambia Travel Agency (ZTA).1.All tourists entering Zambia are required to have undergone a SARS CoV2 PCR test within 14 days of arrival and have tested negative.Evidence of a negative test result must be produced on arrival. Anyone without this evidence will not be allowed into the country.2.All tourists will undergo health screening on arrival. Symptomatic travellers with temperatures 38 degrees (Celsius) and higher shall be tested for CoVID19 and shall be quarantined until the results are ready.Travellers who test positive will be managed according to the National Case Management Guidelines.3.All tourists must adhere to the recommended CoVID19 prevention measures during their stay.COVID-19 Testing centers in Lusaka and Livingstone:Below is vital COVID-19 technical support information regarding you knowing in advance COVID-19 testing centers in Zambia’s two biggest cities of Lusaka and Livingstone.1. Lusaka, capital city of Zambia•There are three options to obtain a COVID-19 test in Lusaka: CIDRZ Central Laboratory, Medland Hospital and Victoria Hospital.•CIDRZ Central Laboratory – located off Alick Nkhata Road in Kalingalinga, Lusaka. Available for walk-in service. Costs is USD100.00. Results provided within 72 working hours. Express service costs K2700.00 or USD150.00 and results are provided within 48 working hours. The clinic is open 08:00 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 to 14:00 Friday. Contact +260 975 138 102 for additional information.•Medland Hospital – located at Plot 9, Mukonteka Close, Rhodes Park, Lusaka | Telephone: 3111; +260 761 101600. Tests are available by appointment and cost K2100.00 or USD110.00. Results are provided within three (3) business days. You must call to set up appointment. Working hours: 09:00 to 11:00 Monday to Friday.• Victoria Hospital (5498 Lunsenfwa Rd, Lusaka, not far on the opposite side of the Great East Road from East Park Mall, tel +260 211 290 985, +260 95 5255798, open 24 hours, email reception@victoriahospital.org) contact is Shafiq Mohamed (he is on Facebook as well) - test result back in 24 hours.2.Livingstone: Tourist Capital of Zambia.Apart from the normal government hospital one place known to provide a test and with a good reputation is Med-Prof, 432, Mushili Way Livingstone, Zambia, tel +260 976980177, medproflivingstone@yahoo.com. The number to use regarding tests at Med-Prof is +260 977772092.COVID-19 testing centres in BotswanaDiagnofirm provides the highest quality COVID-19 medical laboratory services in Botswana.1. Maun Laboratory (where you will land first), Plot 726, Old Mall, Maun, Tel: 686 0330 Fax: 686 0296, MON-FRI (8AM – 5PM)SAT (8AM – 1PM)2. Kasane/ Kazungula Laboratory (border town before entering Zambia from Botswana)Shop 25, Kazungula Choppies Junction Mall, Tel: 625 2250 Fax: 625 2268, MON-FRI (8AM – 5PM)SAT (8AM – 1PM)BOOK AN ADVANCE APPOINTMENT FOR COVID-19 TESTSGeneral Email: phlebotomy@diagnofirm.co.bw *Please state in your appointment which laboratory location you are making the appointment for and the date. Is it Maun Lab or Kazungula Lab?Latest Information: Exit from Zambia RequirementsFrom 20 October 2020, all travellers wishing to leave Zambia are required to have a medical certificate as per directive from the Zambia Ministry of Health (MOH). The medical certificate will state that they have tested negatively for COVID-19 in Zambia in the previous 14 days. To obtain such a certificate, travellers must take their negative test result to UTH Hospital for authentication. Directions: Go to first floor and an officer will sign on your negative test. Take it to Admin block (red building) pay Zambian Kwacha 200, go back to ADULT INFECTIOUS DISEASE CENTER(AIDC) at same UTH and see the same officer for the Travel Certificate."Other approved centres are;- DISTRICT HEALTH OFFICE (DHO)- PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICE (PHO)- ZAMBIA NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE (ZNPHI)Holders of tests taken outside Zambia are not exempt from this requirement, even if the test was taken within the previous 14 days.***This requirement is bound to change within the short foreseeable future.Malaria Risk – How to Protect Yourself Against Malaria.Zambia is a high malaria risk country throughout the whole nation including Maun and Kasane in Botswana. The highest risk of infection is in the rainy season, from November to May. Persons visiting Victoria Falls must take malaria suppressive medication. In addition to the suggested antimalarial medication, use a mosquito bed net and effective repellents to avoid the bite of the nocturnal Anopheles mosquito whilst on tour in Botswana and Zambia.Before you travel to Botswana and Zambia, kindly consult your local physician or travel health clinic for the malaria prophylactic regimen most appropriate to your need to protect you from getting Malaria whilst visiting Botswana and Zambia. Safety & Security Botswana and Zambia are safe countries to visit, especially when on an organized safari like this one. Tourlane, an online travel agency based in USA recently ranked Zambia the 6th safest travel destination in the world post COVID-19 pandemic. If driving independently, always get local advice on the road conditions and recommended routes and never underestimate driving times or drive at night.Below are tips on staying safe in Botswana and Zambia.Staying Safe on Wildlife Viewing ActivitiesAs long as you listen to your guide’s instructions, you’ll be very safe on safari. Always follow the rules of the park and respect wild animals. When on a self-drive safari, only leave your car where it has been designated as safe to do so. For additional tips, kindly read the following captioned bulletin points:•Always follow your guide’s instructions and guidelines•Always keep your voice down when close to animals•Stay in the car during game drives except at designated areas where you are allowed to get out•Don't stand up in the car, hang out of the window or sit on the roof•Don’t drive too close to animals if you are on a self-drive safari and back off if the animals seem disturbed•Don’t drive between elephants in a herd, especially females and their young•Stay together as a group close to your guide on a walking safari and always walk in single file•Never run or jog in a wildlife area as it entices predators to attack•Never walk between a hippo and water; it may panic and charge because its safety route to the water is blocked•Never leave food in your tent; it will attract wildlife•Cover your arms and legs in the evening and use insect repellent to protect against mosquitoes•Wear a hat, use sunscreen and drink plenty of water•Don't wear bright and colorful clothes or too much perfume – especially on walking safaris•In tsetse-fly areas it is recommended not to wear dark-colored clothing – such as black or dark blue – since it attracts these stinging flies•Bring warm clothes for morning game drives in open vehiclesStaying Safe in Cities and Towns in Botswana and Zambia.As in most big cities in the world, there is a fair amount of crime in Botswana and Zambia’s cities and towns. Most incidents are minor, such as petty theft and pickpocketing. You are unlikely to encounter any trouble on guided tours. When venturing out in the city unguided, it helps to take some simple safety precautions: seek advice from your hotel about the area; don’t wear any valuables and only take the money you need with you; take a taxi after dark. For more safety tips that apply to Botswana and Zambia cities and towns in general, kindly read the following bulletin points:•Ask at your hotel if it is safe to walk around the local area; when new in a place it’s always good to seek local advice on safety issues•Don’t wear jewelry when walking in cities and leave all valuables in a safety deposit box at your hotel•Avoid walking alone in a large, unfamiliar city•Don’t walk around at night; take a taxi•Avoid getting engaged with people approaching you in the street•Be careful when drawing money from an ATM; go elsewhere if you suspect people hanging around•Always lock your car doors and close windows when driving in busy towns•Never leave a car unattended with valuables or luggage visibleDelivering a Safe Experience for YOUA Health and Safety Assistant together with a Tour Guide and driver will accompany you on this safari tour. This is to ensure that you receive a safe experience through enhanced cleanliness and hygiene best practices throughout the journey.

Others

Items or expenses of a personal nature, travel Insurance. Visa, Airport transfers if you arrive on a day other than the scheduled start date.Park entry fees in Botswana and Zambia, and border crossing fees between Zambia and Zimbabwe are not included in this package but must be borne by the client.All medical examinations and COVID-19 costs related issues of obtaining the relevant documentations are excluded in this package (not included).The months of December, January, February and March are seldom recommended for travel to the Okavango Delta as they are the wettest months of the year.

Flights

International roundtrip airfare to Zambia,

Optional

Visas1. Zambia: Tourist and business visit visas are available in advance and on arrival in Zambia.2. Botswana: Kindly check with the Botswana embassy in your respective country or region regarding the procedure of obtatining a tourist visa.**The cost of obtaining these two Visas for Botswana and Zambia respectively is excluded in this package.By the way, Zambia has wavered visa requirements for a number of countries.Effective 1/10/2022, Zambia is now offering free visa entry into the country for the following countries: China, Norway, USA, Japan, UK, South Korea, Gulf States, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the entire EU countries. For other countries, please check with your local travel agents before traveling on the procedures of obtaining a travel visa to Zambia.

Insurance

We strongly advise that clients purchase their own travel insurance and ensure they have adequate cover for their entire trip.