FAQs

Curious wild dog in the Delta

What can I do on safari?

The short answer is probably "a whole lot more than you thought". But when you start to plan your safari,...

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Do I want a private vehicle and guide on safari?

Asking yourself if you want a private vehicle and guide is something you should take the time to do. ...

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Walking in the Annapurna

A typical day on trek

A typical day starts early in the morning to avoid too much activity in the midday heat, or, most importantly...

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What’s the best way to get around India?

India is a vast country and we generally recommend focussing your trip on one area. Most of the time we...

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The Red Fort, Agra

Where to see forts in Rajasthan - a suggested itinerary

Each of our journeys in India is tailor-made to suit your own interests, preferred style of accommodation, pace of travel...

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On the road in rural Rajasthan

How can I get off the beaten track in Rajasthan?

Each of our journeys in India is tailor-made to suit your own interests, preferred style of accommodation, pace of travel...

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Large Sambar deer are a common sighting at Satpura

A typical day on safari in India

Although no two days are ever the same while on safari in India there is a reassuring rhythm to park...

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Hindu holy men at Pashupatinath in the Kathmandu Valley

What is there to see in the Kathmandu Valley?

Patan (Lalitpur)Just across the holy Bagmati River about 5km (3 miles) southeast of Kathmandu city, Patan has almost been engulfed...

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Young monk at Gangtey

How do I get to Bhutan?

Getting into Bhutan is not easy but this simply adds to its charm, and keeps out the masses. The country...

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A quiet road in rural Rajasthan

What’s the best way to get around Rajasthan?

Although easily accessible from Delhi, Rajasthan is about the size of France so advance planning is needed to enjoy the...

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Lion in the long grass

How Lions Hunt

Lions tend to hunt mostly by night or in the early mornings, and for much of the rest of the...

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Getting around Mozambique

Most of the beach destinations in Mozambique are reached via a combination of scheduled air flights from Johannesburg or Dar...

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Dietz lanterns - synonymous with simple old fashioned safaris in the heart of the wild

What are mobile safaris?

By definition, mobile camps are just that...designed to be relatively easily moved every few days. This means that they...

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The tracking skills of the Bushmen are second to none

Where to go in the Kalahari

The Kalahari in the context of visiting Botswana, is divided into two main areas; the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and...

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A bit about walking safaris in Zambia

Zambia is currently one of the best places to go on a walking safari.  Combining an ideal landscape, great...

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Cheetah in the Serengeti using a termite mound to survey the area for prey

Tanzania visa requirements

Most visitors to Tanzania must have visas.  You can downlaod a Tanzania visa application form here.  Tourist visas...

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