• Select "Yes, I want to share a room" and WTT will assign you a roommate when Final Travel Instructions are sent.
• You can specify a roommate by entering her name where indicated. If your named roommate is not on the tour, for any reason, WTT will assign you a roommate unless you pay to have your own room, if available.
• Select "No, I do not wish to share a room" if you want to have your own room. Additional costs apply.

• All shared rooms have 2 beds
• All shared rooms are non-smoking
• No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
• See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details

• 60% Easy
• 30% Moderate (distance traveled in boats and coaches)
• 10% Strenuous (remote location, off-road driving)

Each day of the itinerary lists the included meals for that day (B,L,D,O=Other). When a meal is not included, the WTT Tour Leader will have suggestions for where to eat.

You do not have to dine alone unless it is your personal choice. You'll most likely be dining with new acquaintances you've made, or you can join the Tour Leader.

Dietary Restrictions on International Tours: WTT has limited to no control over food selections or variety from meal-to-meal, especially at hotels. While we do our best to accommodate dietary restrictions and ensure variety of options, we cannot guarantee either.

In August, temperatures in Cape Town and Johannesburg are typically in the mid-60s, dropping to the low 40s at night. It is warmer during the day in the Safari locations. Temperatures could reach mid 80s during the day but will be chilly 50s at night. We suggest you monitor weather apps leading up to the tour departure date for the most current information.

Note: When dining at the Game Lodge, you'll likely want to wear long sleeves, pants and socks to protect against insects and cooler nighttime temperatures. Be sure to apply insect repellents all over, especially around ankles, ears, knees and knuckles.

Dressing for Game Drives

• Morning temperatures are cool and crisp. Wear long pants and a jacket for comfort. 
• At mid-day, the sun is strong; you will want adequate sun protection. You will be most comfortable wearing a light-weight shirt plus shorts.
• Evenings are chilly. You will want to layer and wear a jacket.

For This Trip You Will Need—

• Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat
• Insect repellent — Insects can be a nuisance. Packaged wipes are easier to pack and carry.
• Long-sleeved, lightweight shirt(s)
• Light-weight, weather-proof jacket
• Lightweight clothing (preferably cotton) in earthy, neutral colors; especially useful on walking safaris

You May Also Want—

• Handkerchief, bandana or scarf to protect neck and nose from the sun and dust.
• Refillable water bottle
• Swimsuit—The lodge and hotels have pools
• Slip-on shoes or sandals to wear around the lodges or to meals.

Do Not Bring—

• Clothing that is delicate, or expensive; the dust will likely ruin them.
• Camouflage clothing
• White shirts & Red clothing—it makes you highly visible to and attracts animals

• Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping aids, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.
• Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
• Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
• Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
• Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.

On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use, the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance and the restrictions imposed by other forms of transportation such as small planes and boats.

• It is best to travel as lightly as possible.  Most travelers regret when they have packed too much.
• The luggage requirements for this tour are very specific. There will be multiple internal flights on small planes. If your luggage does not comply, it will not be allowed on board. No exceptions will be made. 
• Check-in baggage is limited to one suitcase. It needs to be soft (no hard outer shell), have no more than two wheels and weigh 44lbs or less. It should measure no more than 23.6" long, 15.7" high and 11.8" wide. We strongly suggest you use a durable soft-sided bag due to the nature of transport during this tour.
• Carry-on luggage has a weight restriction of 6.6lbs. 
• Bring a small daypack/backpack for carrying personal items while on game drives
• You are responsible for managing your own belongings.  We expect you to take your belongings from the coach to your room and to bring it back to the coach on days we change hotels. We do not provide luggage pulls; they are not safe and are inconvenient.
• Steps exist at most hotel entrances. On occasion the coach must unload passengers and luggage some distance from the hotel entrance.
  
• Keep in mind that you will be traversing airports as part of this itinerary and will need to handle your own luggage through customs. You will need to pay any and all charges you may incur by the airlines from overweight luggage.

• You should understand what your current cell phone plan includes in terms of data and minutes. Some, like certain T-Mobile plans, include an international package.
• Contact your cell phone service provider before departing about adding an international calling plan. Most carriers have flat daily rates which will allow your US-based phone to be functional upon arrival in a foreign country.
• Managing data while traveling internationally is important. Using WiFi when available and communicating through apps like What's App help you manage data usage while traveling.
• Learn how to make an international call BEFORE you leave. Consult your cell provider and check out the website www.HowtoCallAbroad.com.

The standard voltage is 230V in South Africa and Namibia and 220V in Zimbabwe. This differs from that in North America as do the plug types. We suggest you purchase a universal plug adapter which supports a wide variety of sockets/plugs. You should also check your electronic devices for voltage compatibility. Most of today's electronics (tablets, laptops, phone chargers etc.) are multi-voltage and will work worldwide, without a converter. Consult your owner's manual for further details.

Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: whether the country your are visiting is a cash-based society, the number of meals you are responsible for, your individual shopping interests and habits, and cash for tipping (see tipping information below).

• South Africa’s official currency is the Rand (ZAR). Zimbabwe only uses Zimbabwe dollars (ZWD). Botswana uses Pula but the ZAR is widely accepted. Namibia uses Namibian dollars (NAD) but the SAR is widely accepted. 
• Be sure to exchange dollars for Rand in Cape Town, as the farther you travel from the city, the more difficult it becomes to find exchange houses. Then once again, exchange USD for ZWD once you get to Zimbabwe. Most meals are included in this tour so you would only need cash for incidentals. You can use the Rand in Namibia and Botswana so the recommendation is to use the cash you have instead of multiple currencies.
• Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
• Safari lodges accept credit cards.
• Credit cards are widely accepted in most destinations. Be sure to investigate your card of choice as there are many credit cards that impose no foreign transaction fees and are better for international travel.
• If a merchant gives you the choice between making your transaction in USD or the local currency, always choose the local currency, to avoid dynamic currency conversion which includes a conversion fee.

• You are responsible for tipping Game Lodge staff and House Boat crew. The typical amount suggested is $10 per day for the Houses Boat crew and $5 per safari for the guides.
• We suggest you read up on tipping culture in the various places you will be visiting so you can show your appreciation for any personal service provided with an appropriate gratuity.
• Be sure to tip your transfer driver once you've reached the Cape Town Hotel.
• Tipping in South Africa can be done in Rand or USD. A typical tip for good service in a restaurant is 10-15% of the bill. A typical tip for a taxi ride is 10% of the fare. At hotels, it is typical to tip housekeeping 50 Rand or a few USD for good service.
• You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.