ROTHSCHILD SAFARIS
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Expert Advice From Our Travel Designers
Rothschild Safaris is proud to have the most experienced, award-winning travel consultants in the industry. Every one of our Travel Designers has travelled extensively throughout the world.
This has enabled us not only to recommend the very best camps, lodges and activities through our own personal experiences, it has also meant that we have travelled every step of the way before a single client does.
Such dedication to our clients’ satisfaction has given us insight into every aspect of the safari experience, from the guides and staff to game drives and wildlife. But there are numerous dimensions of a safari that might not at first be evident or obvious. How much should you tip your butler? Should you pack a raincoat? Which camera lens is best for safari photography?
These and others are questions we are asked frequently and have discovered the answers through our own firsthand experience.
Here, we share with you information that may allay your concerns, help you travel better or prevent you from forgetting essential items or information:
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Expert Packing Advice
Packing for your vacation can be challenging at the best of times, but knowing what to take on your African safari can be even more confusing.
Travelling from camp to camp, excessive baggage can become inconvenient and awkward, so ensuring that you have only what is truly necessary is essential. Packing your your safari is an essential part of your planning process, and done well, it can save you a great deal of time.
Presented by Leora Rothschild, here are our top tips for Safari Packing, giving you the expert’s advice on what clothing to take on your African safari.
Expert Tipping Advice
Wherever you may travel with us, we will always ensure that you get the very best of service; service that is most certainly worth a tip. We are often asked by our clients how much one should offer as a gratuity – for lodge and camp staff, for drivers, and for your expert guides.
It can be somewhat confusing, but is also something that one should plan for in advance. We have compiled this short video to help you understand, who, when and how much to tip as you journey throughout Africa. There is no right or wrong amount to tip, and it can often be a personal matter influenced by your own experiences.
However, there are recommended amounts that we like to suggest to clients as base rates for the staff you encounter on your journey. The following tip suggestions are per-person rates in US dollars, with tipping not required for children under 18.
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TIPPING
There is no right or wrong amount to tip & it can greatly vary depending on the situation, but these are some of our recommendations.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography has come a long way in the last couple of decades. These are some of the best tips regarding equipment & technique.
GORILLA TREKKING
It can be a tough trek to see gorillas. Being informed in advance is important, especially when wishing to capture incredible images.
region guides
ARUSHA
The capital of Tanzania is often hastily departed for the Serengeti & other safari destinations, but Arusha has much to offer.
CAIRO
One of Africa’s largest cities, Cairo has captured the imagination of explorers for centuries, & continues to captivate travellers.
CAPE TOWN
The thriving heart of the Southern Cape is an enticing combination of adventure, scenery, wildlife & indulgence.
DINING IN CAPE TOWN
Cape Town is one of the world’s leading regions of culinary excellence, & globally-renowned chefs have established themselves here.
CAPE TOWN FOR VEGANS
Plant-based cuisine is thriving in Cape Town, widely offered in many restaurants & catered to specifically in these establishments.
JOHANNESBURG
Johannesburg has been a gravitational part of South Africa’s history & has much to explore during a 24-hour transfer.
KIGALI
The capital & geographical heart of Rwanda, Kigali has undergone a modern rebirth, shedding the shadow of its recent past.
MAURITIUS
With a temperate climate, Mauritius, lying 1,100 miles from Africa’s southeastern coast, is the perfect year-round tropical escape.
DINING IN MOROCCO
Morocco is one of the most culturally diverse nations on the planet & this is exquisitely embodied in its mix of traditional & contemporary cuisine,
NAIROBI
Nairobi is also a melting pot of cultures, attractions demographics surrounded by miles of grassland that makes up its impressive National Park.
SEYCHELLES
The epitome of desert island paradise, Seyhelles comprises a handful of islands, each as fascinating & appealing as the next.
VICTORIA FALLS
The iconic ‘Smoke that Thunders’ is a stunning destination frequently featuring on many of our guests’ bucket lists.
