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South Africa - Adventure, Education, Wildlife Tracking
May 31 – June 16, 2021
Trip #2125
Kruger Lion in beautiful light*
Summary
Much more than an African safari, this trip with internationally recognized educators and guides
encompasses wildlife tracking, animal behavior, cultural anthropology, field ecology, and bushcraft
(wilderness survival skills)! And, of course we will enjoy numerous walking and vehicle safaris. Explore
the varying landscapes, witness the extraordinary light, and immerse yourself in the culture of the South
African Bush. We will sleep in comfortable tents, within remote bush camps, potentially surrounded by
over 50 large mammals and hundreds of bird species. Close to camp, we will hear cackling hyenas,
leopard coughs and hippopotamus laughter, and look outside at creatures great and small. We’ll see
animals such as lions and elephants virtually every day. In fact, they are very often right outside our
tents! Most of our time in South Africa will be spent in the Kruger Park Ecosystem.
*All Photos courtesy of Lee Gutteridge and Kersey Lawrence unless otherwise noted.
Our trip starts with a visit to the Cradle of Humankind, just west of Johannesburg, to see archaeological
sites and digs – and explore the proto-hominid history of this area. Next, we will hike in the Drakensberg
Mountains to stretch our legs and appreciate the incredible scenery. We could see dozens of interesting
and colorful bird species. We may see dwarf antelope and blue monkeys. For the next week we will be at
the Ngala Training Camp on the banks of the Olifants River.
The following days
include walking and
vehicle safaris, tracking
lessons, a river cruise,
and discussions on
wildlife and African
hominid history. We
will learn about local
tree types, medicinal
plants and other
organisms. This is
where we could see
wildebeest, rhinoceros,
elephants, impalas,
leopards, zebras, lions
and more. One night
we have the option of a
bush sleep-out (no
tent) with endless
coffee around the fire,
and the gentle chatter
of the guard shift to lull us to sleep. We will visit a nearby village to mingle with the locals and hopefully
lend a hand with one of their many projects. We will spend a day in an open game viewer within the
famous Kruger National Park. Ending on a high note,
we will spend our final days in a luxurious camp
where the grasses are sweeter and the animals are
even more abundant and relaxed. The photographic
opportunities are endless!
Our Guides
Lee Gutteridge, Kersey Lawrence, F.W. De Klerk and Bradley
Nurden among others will accompany us during this incredible
adventure. Lee is the author of eight southern African natural
history books and is one of only 10 FGASA Scout Guides (the
highest qualification that can be earned). Kersey, a PhD candidate
at UCONN and an award-winning teacher, is the only female
Senior Tracker in the world.
Lee and Kersey
Video of Guide Training Workshop
Nature Guide Training and Original Wisdom instruct aspiring African Guides. This 9-minute video shows
Ngala Training Camp, where we will stay for the majority of our time in Africa. It shows the animals and
includes testimonials of past students. Since we are not studying to become guides, we will not
necessarily do everything described in the video – but it has a great overview of where we will be and
some of our activities.
Video
Trip Difficulty
This trip can be enjoyed by almost anyone with a reasonable level of fitness and day hiking experience –
and a sense of adventure! Trail conditions range from gentle walks to a 10-mile steep mountain hike.
Solid hiking shoes or light boots with ankle support will be sufficient for the several hikes and safari
walks. Hiking is not the primary focus on this trip, but participants must be sufficiently fit to enjoy the
mountain hikes and many safari walks. This trip is rated #3/#4 (easy to moderate) and geared towards
those with some hiking experience and the fitness to hike 4-6 hours/day. The longest hike is 10 miles.
We will walk/hike at a modest pace, which will permit time for photos, and discussions of what we see.
To see more about the rating system go to: Rating System
Accommodations and Meals
Our accommodations range from rustic and simple to luxurious, but it is always clean and comfortable,
and more importantly it is in VERY close contact with nature in a vast and open ecosystem. At our home
base, Ngala Camp, we literally have lions and elephants patrol past tents, just outside the unobtrusive
electric fence!
Most of our nights are spent at Camps or Lodges, two people per tent. Outdoor bathrooms have toilets
and showers with hot water. Potable drinking water is available. Electricity is by solar. We are literally
inside one of the largest open ecosystems in the world for much of our experience, with the possibility
of seeing nomadic lion prides, large herds of elephants or buffalo, and even wild dog or cheetah on any
given day. On-the other-hand, because the animals roam at will, the possibility of a quiet day also exists,
and then we will focus on all of the little-things that form the foundation of this vast landscape; over a
dozen antelope species, mongooses, birds, invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians, trees and other
plants, human history, geology… and, of course, tracking!
Our meals are excellent quality.
We don’t just keep you alive, we
ensure that you have well catered
meals. We try to accommodate
dietary requirements such as for
vegetarians and folks with
allergies, as best as possible in the
wilds of Africa. Please notify us in
advance.
Ngala camp students watch
elephants from their tent
On foot with spotted hyenas
Daily Itinerary
May 30 or Earlier - Travel from the US to Johannesburg, South Africa
Johannesburg informally known as “Jozi”, “Joburg”, or “Egoli” (the place of ), is the largest city in
South Africa (SA) and one of the 50 largest urban areas in the world. It is a powerhouse for finance and
business as well as the provincial capital and largest city in the Gauteng Province, the wealthiest
province in SA. With over 10 million trees, Johannesburg is also touted as having the largest man-made
forest in the world! Flights from the US typically take 20 to 24 hours.
May 31, Day 1 Land in Johannesburg, SA
Arrive at the airport and transfer to the lodge to settle into our rooms. Spend the remainder of the day
acclimatizing to the time zone and high altitude (just under 6000 feet) of the South African interior
plateau.
June 1, Day 2
Meet Lee and Kersey, our guides and educators for the next two weeks. Take private transportation to
the “Cradle of Humankind”, a paleoanthropological site about 31 miles northwest of this gold mining
city. The famous gold rush of the late 1880’s is still evident in old infrastructure and bright yellow mine
dumps of the city scenery. We will visit some archaeological sites, and, if we are fortunate, one of the
digs run by the University of the Witwatersrand where an archaeologist-in-residence will guide us. This
privilege is a fascinating way to explore the proto-hominid history of the area, which is one of the oldest
and most productive sites on the continent. We will spend time walking the sites, very cautiously
investigating the past of our ancient relatives, and may even go underground into a famous cave!
Our evening will be in a comfortable lodge, with a sumptuous dinner, in the traditional South African
“braai” style barbeque.
June 2, Day 3
Eat an early breakfast and depart for the northern Drakensberg within the Limpopo and Mpumalanga
Provinces. The Drakensberg is part of the Great Escarpment, which encloses the central Southern African
plateau. Our drive to a comfortable guest lodge will take about 4 hours. We will stop on the way for
lunch at a popular restaurant.
In the afternoon, we will venture into the Afro-montane forest that surrounds the lodge for some
birding and a mountain trail hike. See rare and special birds, such as the black-fronted bush-shrike,
orange ground-thrush and the gaudily feathered Knysna turaco. These creatures fly amongst giant forest
trees, covered in vines and creepers. Small red duikers (a dwarf forest antelope) lurk in the shadows.
Blue monkeys (known locally as the Samango) feed in the treetops around the lodge. There are various
hike options to select from depending on the desires of the group. At night, the eerie call of the thick-
tailed bushbaby often resounds through the forest, along with the whoop of the African wood owl.
Colorful Bird - photo by Drew Grove
Male Greater double collared sunbird
June 3, Day 4
Take a wonderful walk in the cool of the mountains. Spend the day on the trail, hiking in the northeast
Drakensberg’s undulating terrain, which will stretch our limbs and invigorate us. The altitude of
approximately 6000 feet may be challenging for some, but the walks will be at a gentle pace to
accommodate all. The many trails around the lodge will keep us busy. There are at least a half dozen
options that pass by beautiful waterfalls, old caves and gold mine shafts, lush Afro-montane forest, and
many other wonderful and unusual habitats.
Three Rondawels – photo by Drew Grove
June 4, Day 5
Depart the forests to visit the amazing “Three Rondawels” in the Blyde River Canyon region. Also known
as the Three Sisters, these ancient geological wonders are a trio of portly peaks shaped like native
beehive huts called rondawels. Situated along the famous panorama route in Mpumalanga, the view
from the Three Rondawels lookout may be the finest in South Africa! Look out over the Lowveld Region,
toward the eastern coastal plain, and Kruger National Park region where we will spend the remainder of
our adventure. The view over the Blyde Canyon is amazing, and this is reputed to be the second largest
canyon on earth (after the Grand).
From here, we shall descend off the high, cool Drakensberg escarpment to the private bush camp that
will be our home for the next seven nights. The Ngala Training Camp (NT camp) is situated on the banks
of the Olifants River at 900 to 1,200 feet, inside the Kruger Park Ecosystem. NT camp is rustic, beautiful
and wild. After we will settle in, we will head out for an afternoon safari in open game viewing vehicles
stopping to take in the view and sample a traditional “sundowner”, an iced Amarula liquor.
June 5 - June 9, Days 6 - 10
While at NT camp, we will wake early each day for a hike or a morning safari to view wildlife. The safaris
will either be walks or drives in open game-viewing vehicles. Over 50 large mammals have been
recorded in the area around NT camp - wildebeest, rhinoceros, impala and other grazers, or even the
rarely glimpsed African wild cat! Leopard, African buffalo, nyala antelope, plains zebra and many, many
other species live at NT camp, and we hardly need to leave the camp to see game. African elephants and
tawny-yellow lions are seen regularly, as are tiny steenboks, and on rare occasions a painted wolf. The
animals are out there waiting for us to track and find them amongst the rugged bush and scrub. In
addition, the calls and bright plumages of the hundreds of local birds will be heard and seen at every
turn!
Ngala Training Camp
During our time at NT camp, we will try to arrange excursions to visit a rhino apu (anti-poaching unit)
and visit a local reptile park. Or we may be able to have a representative visit us at NT Camp. If not on an
all-day hike in the Balule hills or Drakensberg Mountains, most days we will eat brunch after returning
from the morning safari. Mid-day activities include; a discussion of African Hominid history at an
amazing historic field site, a short walk to look at animal tracks and signs, a siesta in one of the camp
hammocks, or a little time sitting alone to reflect on your increased awareness of animal behavior and
interactions.
Activities later in the afternoons or evenings consist of additional walking safaris or game drives in
search of more wild animals, a cruise on the Olifants River where we may encounter hippo, crocodile
and interesting bird species such as purple and goliath herons, and the large-footed African jacana. If
you feel really intrepid, after dinner on Day 9, drive out of NT camp to spend a night in lion country
sleeping under the stars on a foam pad. Experience being part of a rotating night shift of guards. Hang
out with the guards drinking coffee around the campfire. Awaken to find the tracks of lions or leopard
nearby! The camp is a naturally noisy place at
night. We will hear nearby hyena calls, the
gentle cough of a prowling leopard or the
sounds of hippopotamus, reminiscent of a
person laughing at a joke. Let these noises and
calls of the bush lull you to sleep.
Lee’s silhouette – Photo by Drew Grove
June 10, Day 11
Start the morning with a walk along the Olifants River to examine local trees and plants. As we walk,
learn about the medicinal and traditionally important values of these ancient organisms. We will learn
some tree identification techniques and how trees and geology link together to build the basis of an
ecosystem. Brunch will be in the camp, followed by an early afternoon trip to a small mountain, and
then down to an Iron Age site in the same region. There is a long history of iron smelting in southern
Africa dating back at least 2000 years. Therefore, metalworking is synonymous with the African people
in this region. We will explore nearby hills on foot, and see relics of the past, which will bring this site to
life. In the afternoon, we will meander back to camp in our game viewing vehicles for our delicious
evening meal and our last night at Ngala Training Camp.
Zebra mother and baby – photo by Drew Grove
June 11, Day 12
Today, we take our final early morning game walk in the Ngala Training Camp area. After brunch, we
pack and prepare to depart camp for a visit to a local community. We will meet people from a local
village and if time allows, help with one of their many projects. We will stay at a different lodge this
evening, situated close to our next day’s activities. The “vibe” will be very different from the peace and
rustic quietness of Ngala. We will encounter
other intrepid travelers and swap tales of
adventure around the fire.
Birds in flight – photo by Drew Grove
June 12, Day 13
We will wake up VERY early and venture out in the open game viewer vehicles for a full day in world-
renowned Kruger National Park (KNP) – one of the oldest, largest, and most diverse parks in Africa. KNP
was established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld and is a world leader in
advanced environmental management techniques and policies. With nearly 7,580 square miles of
unrivalled diversity of life forms, it is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34
amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals across 16 distinct habitats offering a wildlife
experience that ranks with the best in Africa!
KNP is viewed by tourists as the epitome of the public safari experience. We will experience KNP in the
same way as many other visitors, traveling the byways of this famous park. We might see lions and
elephants, or various other unusual and wonderful creatures like ground hornbills. We will stop at
various points to stretch our legs and do a little souvenir shopping at the large rest camps. Dinner will be
back at the lodge, around a communal table, sharing stories of the day’s game viewing.
June 13, Day 14
We will have a leisurely start to the day with breakfast followed by a pleasant walk around the lodge
grounds. Then we will travel to the next game reserve, a luxury tented camp in the Kruger Eco System,
famous for wonderful game viewing and excellent safari experiences. Shortly after arrival at camp, we
will head out on an afternoon game drive. We will sleep here for the remainder of the trip.
June 14, Day 15
Wake early for a morning safari, followed by brunch, and then an optional mid-day siesta or guided walk
to examine the small details of nature. The afternoon game drive will extend into the early evening. Our
final celebratory dinner will be in camp and we will share a few good-bye drinks around the campfire to
round off the evening.
Cape Buffalo at watering hole - Drew Grove
June 15, Day 16 On our final morning in South Africa, we will again wake up early and head out on a final game drive (time allowing). After breakfast, we will say goodbye to Lee and Kersey, pack our luggage, and depart for a six-hour journey back to Johannesburg to catch our flights back to the US. June 16, Travel Day 17 Arrive in US Your arrival date in the US will depend on the flight you booked (how many connections and your final destination). Weather South Africa is in the southern hemisphere. June is the beginning of their winter and is the dry season. We will be at elevations from 1000 feet to over 6000 feet. Temperatures during the day can reach 90 degrees and the nights can be in the 40s. We must be prepared for all situations. Possible Itinerary Changes While the itinerary in this prospectus is what the leaders have planned at the time of writing, various factors may require changes for reasons of safety, transportation or lodging availability, and unforeseeable circumstances (such as weather, natural disasters in areas to be visited, governmental or ranger recommendations, or availability of permits). The leaders reserve the right to make such changes as necessary, both before and during the trip.
Participant Profile You should enjoy traveling and be comfortable traveling in areas which are unfamiliar to you. You should recognize that you may find yourself in closer quarters or be less comfortable than you are used to at home. You should make it a priority to help others on the trip and contribute to their having a great time. If you do that, we guarantee you will have a great time! Experience When you participate in this activity, you should be prepared both physically and mentally, and equipped with the appropriate gear. You should always be aware of the risks involved and conduct yourself accordingly. We are not responsible for your safety—you are. Nonetheless, it may happen on any trip that a trip member is or becomes unable to participate in one or more of the planned activities. Leaders in their sole judgment have the right and obligation to refuse participation in any activity to any group member for reasons of group or individual safety. Illness, injury or lack of proper gear or fitness for a particular activity are examples of some conditions that might result in a participant’s being unable to perform one or more activity. Leaders may try to find a substitute activity for the trip member, but this may not always be possible. Prior to your being accepted as a participant in this trip, you will be asked to discuss your capabilities and experience with us. We will also request references to confirm your fitness level and suitability for participating in trip activities. Please do not be offended by our questions.
Safety
As participant-safety is a high priority for all AMC-sponsored events, procedures and policies have been
developed to attempt to limit participant risk. Participants are expected to work with volunteer leaders
to reduce risks and make the experience successful for all. Participants should be aware that there are
risks associated with outdoor adventure activities, including but not limited to adverse weather and
environmental conditions, remote locations of our trips and camps, and transportation in vehicles, on
foot, by train, by boat, or on a bike. When you apply for acceptance onto a trip, please carefully read and
sign the Adventure Travel Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risks and Release and Indemnity
Agreement and call if you have any questions.
Trip Price
The trip price for AMC members is $6600. The non-member price is $6700. To join the AMC
(2020 pricing $50 individual, $75 family) click here.”
The price for this trip is based on quotes or estimates obtained at the time the trip was planned. The
final price of the trip will be adjusted in accordance with the best final arrangements we can make. Any
savings we achieve, or any cost increases we incur will be shared by trip participants. Our cost estimates
are conservative, and so a refund is more likely than a price increase. All Adventure Travel trips are run
on a non-profit basis and refunds are issued after the trip’s financial accounting is complete.
In accordance with AMC policy, you are subsidizing the leaders' costs. The trip price includes an AMC
overhead fee to cover the administrative expenses of offering Adventure Travel programs. The trip fee
also includes emergency medical and evacuation insurance coverage, which is required by the AMC. It
does not include insurance for travel delay, interruption, or cancellation, or for baggage loss. If these
possibilities concern you, individual travel insurance is recommended. More information about included
emergency medical and evacuation insurance, as well as about optional and recommended travel
insurance, will be provided to participants in their formal acceptance letters, which will be sent out
when the trip has the required number of accepted applicants.
Deposit of $2,000 is due with the application. A second deposit of $2,000 is due on September 1, 2020.
The balance of $2,600 is due January 15, 2021.
Price Includes
● Safari experiences both on foot and by vehicle
● Professional guiding services of the Nature Guide Training Team
● Accommodations and activity fees on game reserves (Ngala Camp, KNP, Manyeleti camp*)
● All meals beginning with lunch on Day 3, with some exceptions (see below)
● Ground transportation on game reserves (Ngala Camp, KNP, Manyeleti camp*)
● Gate fees (Ngala Camp, KNP, Manyeleti camp*)
● Community levies
● Wholesome meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Ngala Camp and Manyeleti camp*; dinners only in
KNP, including bottled water.
● Basic beverages in Ngala Camp and Manyeleti* (water and flavored drink mix, coffee, tea, and even hot
chocolate at some camps)
● Use of camera traps, plaster, and other equipment as needed per program
● Lessons and lectures on natural history, animal behavior, astronomy, ecology
● Guest speakers as prearranged for your program
● Tips for local guides, trackers, drivers and Camp staff
● All accommodations beginning on May 31.
● Evacuation Insurance and minimal amounts of health and accident insurancePrice does not include
● Round trip airfare to Johannesburg. At the time of this writing (2019), roundtrip airfare from
Boston or New York was between $900 and $1200. Leaders may assist participants in making
reservations.
● Visas, passports, and other travel documents
● Travel insurance
● Beverages such as beer, wine, sodas, fruit juices, etc.
● Souvenirs
● Personal effects such as snacks, batteries, toiletries, camera chargers, electrical adapters, and
other supplies
● Meals prior to Day 2, and after breakfast on Day 16
Registration
We anticipate a group size of 18 people, including the 2 leaders. This trip is likely to fill quickly. If you are
interested, you should apply as soon as possible. When registration is complete, we will send all
participants the names, addresses, and phone numbers of all those going on the trip. A waiting list will
be established if the trip is full.
To apply:
Complete, and submit the application:
Application
Download, complete, and submit (by post or email) the following documents:
● Confidential medical form (required)
● Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risk and Release form
(required)
● Supplemental Medical Questionnaire (optional)
Forms for Applicants
Mail your $2000 deposit check (payable to Appalachian Mountain Club) to: Red-billed ox-pecker
Ron Janowitz
88 West Haven Road
Manchester, NH 03104
You will not be accepted, and your check will not be deposited until all documents / deposits have been
received; references have been checked; and leaders have determined by telephone conversation with
you that you and the trip are a good match.
Cancellation Policy
The AMC Adventure Travel cancellation policy is based on the fact that your cancellation may not raise
the cost to the other participants or to the leaders. Once you are notified the trip is declared to run as
scheduled, the minimum cancellation fee is $200. If actual costs (expenses already incurred on your
behalf and any unavoidable future expenses that will be incurred as a result of your registration and
cancellation) are higher, they will be assessed instead, unless they can be applied toward another
acceptable participant. Should the leaders be able to replace you, you may be charged a reduced
penalty. This will generally not be determined until after the trip. Failure to make trip payment(s) in a
timely manner will be considered a cancellation.On rare occasions AMC Adventure Travel may need to cancel all or a portion of a trip due to force
majeure [e.g. terrorism, local health conditions, natural disaster, changes in local regulatory
environment, etc]. In the event of such a cancellation, your trip fee will be refunded less any trip
expenses already incurred plus any non-cancellable future trip expenditures. AMC Adventure Travel is
not responsible for additional expenses incurred by you in preparing for the trip (including non-
refundable air tickets, visa fees, gear or medical expenses, etc.
AMC Mission
AMC Adventure Travel trips are run in a manner supportive of and consistent with the conservation,
recreational and educational principles and mission of the Club. Trip leaders encourage participant
conduct consistent with Leave No Trace environmental and conservation principles and local
regulations.
Risks and Safety (from our Guiding Company)
It is important to note that in almost 50 years of our teams combined experience in guiding and tracking
potentially dangerous animals we have never had to use our rifles in self-defense. Encounters like this are
rare but can happen. Our goal is to continue with this record!
Whether you are at home, in your garden, or on an African journey, there is an element of risk.
Below is some information which may be important to you:
● All of our guides are qualified first aiders.
● Good, private, local hospitals, ambulances, helicopter air lift facilities and excellent doctors are
accessible throughout the trip.
● Malaria does occur in our area, although in the winter (May to September) it is comparatively
rare, with no incidences thus far amongst our participants. But, please consult with your doctor
and/or travel clinic for definitive advice. CDC website for South Africa:
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/south-africa
● We recommend getting an updated tetanus shot and that you consult with your doctor or travel
clinic about other vaccinations. Rabies, hepatitis, typhoid, and yellow fever vaccinations are not
required for our region of South Africa, but please check if you travel through other countries
about their requirements.
● Drinking water is safe in South Africa in most instances, but there will always be the option to
purchase drinking water if this is your preference. (AMC encourages participants to filter or
sterilize drinking water, rather than to buy plastic bottles.)
● Always bring personal medicines; bring them on safaris or walks.
● In areas with dangerous game
safety, briefings and other
discussions will be had to
prevent unnecessary risk, and
armed guides will accompany
all such walks.Trip Leadership
Ron Janowitz, Leader: Ron lives in New Hampshire and regularly hikes
in the White Mountains. He has been leading AMC Adventure Travel
trips for ten years. He has led multiple AMC trips to southern Utah,
and trips to Olympic National Park, Sedona, the Cascade Mountains,
Death Valley, Idaho, Slovakia, Patagonia, Peru, Scotland, India,
Switzerland, Ireland, Italy, Albania and Slovenia. He looks forward to
sharing this educational African wildlife experience with the
participants on this trip.
ron@ronjanowitz.com; 603-625-9848
Claudine Kos, CoLeader: Claudine grew up in Massachusetts and has
been leading Boston Chapter trips since 2008. She became an Adventure
Travel leader in 2019 after co-leading a trip to the Matterhorn region of
Switzerland. She summited all of the Catskill 3500 peaks and most of the
NH 4000 footers in winter. She has hiked in Australia, Austria, Bulgaria,
Canada, Corsica, France, Ireland, Italy, Nepal, Patagonia, Peru, Poland,
and Scotland. She is excited about helping to give participants the
opportunity to experience the diversity of animal and plant life in the
South African bush.
claudinekAMC@gmail.com; 617-999-9759
Rhinos and giraffesWhat to bring
1. Bush style neutral colored clothing, preferably not white or yellow…subdued blues, greens, browns
are best
2. Walking boots or hikers, and short gaiters
3. Binoculars (good ones will help for serious birders)
4. Camera (a simple point and shoot will suffice, but participants often regret not bringing a larger
DSLR when they spot spectacular or rare wildlife)
5. Pocket knife or multi-tool if you think it may be useful (not in your carry-on luggage)
6. Backpack (a small one for day walks to carry your food, water, etc.)
7. 2 one-liter water bottles and/or hydration system, as well as a water filter or sterilizer (although
everywhere we go we will have access to potable water)
8. Sleeping bag and Pillow for Ngala Camp (30 degree bag)
9. Laundry bag, clothes line and clips
10. Biodegradable soap and drain stopper for washing some items in the sink
11. Headlamp and extra batteries
12. Power bank / Solar power bank
13. Electrical adapter (Type M) some come with USB connector for charging your phone
14. Any books regarding the bush (although we have a comprehensive library at Ngala Camp)
15. Any reading books/novels for during your down time
16. Flip flops or other comfortable shoes
17. Toiletries, hand sanitizer and personal medicines
18. Personal first aid kit
19. Towel for showering and for the pool
20. Snacks and drinks (if you need them for between meals or on walks, items such as dry fruit,
chocolates, energy drinks etc. – these are for selected venues and can be obtained locally)
21. Warm layers for hikes in the mountains
22. Sun hats and sunscreen
23. Insect repellent
24. PASSPORT
25. Alarm
26. Swimsuit
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