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Remember if your itinerary includes a light aircraft transfer there will be a weight restriction for your baggage. Therefore careful planning is required to ensure your comfort while on safari and your safety while on a flight.

Seat rate transfers and most light aircraft charters restrict you to 20 kg (44 lbs) of baggage - in a soft bag please (maximum dimensions- 35 cm wide X 20 cm high X 80cm long (14" wide x 11" high x 32 " long) as the pilot may have to push the bags to get them into the pod. Please note that the cargo pods on the normal light aircraft cannot handle suitcases and hard bags. If you have opted for a private charter then these restrictions will not apply - please refer to the Air Access Options and Flight Restrictions.

There is also a maximum guest weight restriction of 90kg (200lbs). If your personal weight or baggage will exceed the limits you are required to let us know in advance so that an additional seat can be booked for you at an additional charge. Winters in Botswana can be much colder than you think especially the wind chill factor while in an open game drive vehicle, therefore never forget a substantial jacket from May to September. Style is "bush casual" you will not need to dress up for meals. A complimentary laundry service is provided in all camps - no expensive and delicate fabrics please as we use wood coal irons.

You will need the following items:

  • Camera and video camera (remember spare batteries for both)
  • Binoculars
  • Hat or cap (also available in the curio shops in camp)
  • Sun screen
  • Long pants (especially winter)
  • Short pants (all year round)
  • Long sleeved shirts (all year round - mosquitoes and cold)
  • Comfortable flat shoes or running shoes
  • Swimming costume
  • Reference books (see recommended)
 

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