Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this should be arranged before your departure and valid for your entire visit.

Mozambique, Swaziland and the far eastern region of South Africa do pose malaria risks. Consult your doctor or specialist travel clinic for the latest advice concerning malaria prophylaxis for your visit.

You do not need any vaccinations unless you travel from an endemic yellow fever area (yellow fever belt of African and South America) in which case you will need a Yellow Fever vaccination.

To enter South Africa all international travellers need a passport that will still be valid for six months from the return date to their country. Most international travellers are exempt from needing a visa for South Africa or Swaziland to enter these countries on holiday. Most international travellers need a visa to enter Mozambique.

The question of safety, while travelling in South Africa, is often the first thing potential visitors want to find out when planning a trip. Naturally, you have to take care in the big cities, but you're much less likely to be the victim of crime as a tourist, staying in a lodge or guesthouse and enjoying a safari. South Africa is such a beautiful country, the issue of safety should not stop you from enjoying a visit here - that would be a crime.

It is customary to tip between 10% and 15% in restaurants. It is also good practice to tip porters ZAR 5.00, petrol pump attendants and car parking monitors ZAR 2.00 and guides a tip that you believe reflects their competence and care.

Yes, there are multiple opportunities to withdraw money from ATM’s that accept both Visa and Master Cards.

Yes, we are insured by Safari and Tourism Insurance Brokers (SATIB) and bonded by the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA).

Africa Unlimited guides are enthusiastic and knowledgeable individuals with extensive southern African travel experience and a passion for nature and the outdoors. They are all registered with the National Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism as official tour guides and comply with national legal regulations of possessing a Public Driver Permits.

Yes, Africa Unlimited specialises in custom made guided or self drive expeditions. Request Africa Unlimited’s attention to detail and experience to help you create a dream getaway.