What happens if it rains during a game drive?
Definitive answer: If rain starts during a game drive, the guide normally adapts to road, visibility and wildlife…
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Do I need insect repellent on safari?
Definitive answer: Yes. Insect repellent is an important safari packing item because mosquitoes, ticks and other biting arthropods…
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How bad are mosquitoes on safari?
Definitive answer: Mosquito numbers on safari vary by destination, rainfall, season, altitude and habitat. More importantly, mosquitoes can…
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Are insects a problem on safari?
Insects are a normal part of many safari environments, but how noticeable they are varies by destination, season,…
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Are snakes common at safari lodges?
Snakes occur naturally in many African safari environments, but most guests do not routinely encounter them at lodges.…
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Why do safari camps escort guests after dark?
Safari camps escort guests after dark because wild animals can move through unfenced properties and are harder to…
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Can you walk around a safari camp at night?
At many unfenced or wildlife-rich safari camps, guests should not walk around alone after dark. Animals such as…
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Can you get out of the vehicle on safari?
Usually only at designated safe places or when a qualified guide explicitly permits it. In most wildlife-viewing areas,…
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What should I do if an animal approaches the safari vehicle?
If a wild animal approaches your safari vehicle, remain calm, stay seated, keep your body inside the vehicle…
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Can elephants charge safari vehicles?
Yes, elephants can charge safari vehicles. Some approaches are warning or defensive displays, while others can become dangerous,…
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Why don’t lions attack safari vehicles?
Lions usually do not attack safari vehicles because a stationary or slowly moving vehicle is generally perceived as…
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Can animals attack safari vehicles?
Wild animals can occasionally charge, bump or otherwise interact aggressively with safari vehicles, but serious attacks are uncommon…
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