Preetikaya Tours and Travels

Location	No. of Nights	Hotel Name	Room Type	Meal Plan
Cape Town	03	Premier Hotel / Similar	Standard	BB
Mossel Bay	03	The Point Hotel / Similar	Standard	BB
Johannesburg	01	Hyatt / Similar	Standard	BB

TERM AND CONDITIONS:

We reserve all rights. All rooms, rates and services are subject to availability at the time of confirmation. Rates are subject to change at the time of confirmation.
Standard check-in time at the hotel is normally 1500 hrs. And check-out 12 Noon. (Please check with the hotel for the same)
Early check-in, late check-out is solely based on the discretion of the hotel and not guaranteed unless paid for.
We reserve the rights to reschedule the itinerary or routing.
Unused inclusions in a tour package are non-refundable.
Tours will be seat in coach basis or SIC basis (Unless mentioned otherwise) where guests have to reach on time at designated pick-up point.
Any delays from your side are considered a no show.
No refund applicable in case of no show. Rates are not valid during any trade fair periods, Major European Holidays, Events & festivals and blackout dates.
Most of the Hotels may ask for a security deposit at the time of check-in, which is refundable at the time of check-out and is subject to the hotel’s policy.
All rates are net and per person for the package.
Rates for the extra night, if given, are per person per night.
Child rates apply for children aged from 2 to 11 years old. One child sharing a room with two adults (depending on hotel policy).
Most hotels in Europe have occupancy policies per room. They will generally not allow more than 03 people in one room (based on the room size).
If the hotel doesn’t have availability for family rooms, adult rates will apply for children also.
We will endeavor to match the rates quoted in the packages.
If certain entrances are closed during certain periods, alternative entrances will be provided.
In view of the current situation, please be advised that whilst the information and rates quoted are correct as of today’s date – we retain the right to adjust rates based on any changes to current operational or capacity restrictions imposed by Governments or other Authorities.
Any damages caused whilst on tour shall be borne (paid or settled) locally by the client, we will not be liable for the same.

Points to Note : Please do note that the below points are shared with you for your reference only. Please use them at your own discretion.

Your Health: It is your (Travelers) responsibility to ensure that you are in good health and medically fit to undertake a safari tour. If the tour passes through the malaria area, precautionary treatment is advised. Consultation with a medical practitioner/doctor and obtaining prophylactic and precautionary anti-malaria treatment is necessary.

Local Currency: South African Rand (ZAR) Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted throughout South Africa. American Express and Diners Club – not so much!

Foreign currency can be exchanged at local banks and Bureaux de Change. ATM’s are readily available in major cities.

Helpful items for your packing list:

Light weight shirts/blouses with long sleeves as protection from the sun and mosquitos
T-shirts / Shorts / Jeans or safari trousers / Pajamas / Socks /Underwear
A lightweight water-proof jacket
Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers / Comfortable walking sandals or flip flops for warmer days
A wide brimmed hat with under-chin tie to prevent it from flying away Swimsuit
A warm windproof jacket (winter) / A fleece jacket that will go under the warm jacket (winter) /A warm polo neck shirt (winter) A beanie (winter)
Gloves (winter) / A warm scarf (winter)
Sunglasses / Spare prescription eyeglasses/contact lenses Binoculars
Cameras and related paraphernalia like lenses etc and plenty of memory cards and spare batteries
A small powerful flashlight and extra batteries
Travel alarm clock / Small purse size umbrella can come in handy
Small lint roller / A light packable backpack or tote to carry equipment and stuff on game vehicles
A supply of Ziploc bags in different sizes may come in handy for dust or water proofing cameras, wet bathing suits etc.
Chargers for cell phones, iPads, cameras, computers and you may want to invest in a mini travel charger surge protector with dual USB ports and five charging outlets.

Photography: Due to nature of the safari tour, rugged terrain and extremely dusty conditions, we would like to urge you to carefully pack all sensitive photographic, electronic and filming equipment, preferably in the dust-proof bags.

People: South Africans are loud and friendly – genuinely friendly. They're the ones who will strike up a conversation with the locals in any country they visit. And whenever they come across tourists on their own turf, they're equally as warm-hearted.

Population can be divided into (at least) 11 ethnic groups, the biggest group of which is the Zulu, probably found everywhere in the country. South Africa has 11 officially recognized languages, most of them indigenous dialects.

English is widely spoken throughout and is the primary language in cities, commerce, banking, and government. Road signs and official forms are in English, and you can expect all hotel staff to speak it fluently.

Climate: South Africa enjoys a high number of clear, sunny days. Although varied through different regions, South Africa’s climate is generally mild year-round. Snowfall is limited to the highest mountain peaks and mean annual rainfall comes to a relatively dry 20 inches.

CAPE TOWN has a Mediterranean climate – it rains during the winter months and it is chilly. The summer months are dry and warm and can be very windy at times.

DURBAN’S climate is almost the same as Miami Florida, hot and humid and rainy in the summer, warm dry days and cool to chilly evenings during the winter months.

JOHANNESBURG‘S climate is warm during the summer with most of the rainfall during this time. Because of the heat in Johannesburg in the summer, residents and visitors alike can experience the most spectacular thunder and lightning storms! Winters in Johannesburg are moderate, with dry sunny days and chilly nights.

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK – climate during the summertime is hot and humid during the day and cooler in the evenings. Afternoons very often bring thunderstorms which tend to refresh the air considerably. Winter weather is warm and dry during the days with chilly evenings and mornings.

Make no mistake, in the winter months the evenings and early mornings can be bitterly cold. If you are on safari during this time, you will need to take very warm clothing especially for early morning game drives.

Safety and Security: Leaving your belongings unattended is not advisable. Be with your driver / guide and/or group to avoid unnecessary issues.

Staying safe on Wildlife Viewing Activities: Your safari guide will ensure your safety at all times – listen carefully to instructions and follow the park’s rules at all times. When on a self-drive safari, don’t drive too close to wildlife and only leave your car in designated areas where it is safe to do so.

Staying safe in Cities and Towns: South Africa has a high level of crime, including rape and murder. The risk of violent crime to visitors travelling to the main tourist destinations is generally low. The South African authorities’ priorities protecting tourists and tourism police are deployed in several towns and cities. Being in numbers and staying with your driver / guide always helps. It may not be safe to venture out post dark alone.