Safety Measures and Precautions It is sensible to take some basic precautions while travelling. Below are recommendations that we feel are important in travel in general. They apply mostly to travel in the major cities and towns but are also relevant for stays in lodges and conservation areas. Unfortunately, professional thieves lurk in crowded areas like all major cities around the world. Always pay particular attention to your belongings when in a crowded area. Beware when talking to strangers. It is safer to lock your luggage. When flying, please do not check-in any valuables or chronic medications, these should be kept in your carry-on luggage. Store handbags/parcels/valuables out of sight in the cabin of the car. Keep mobile phones, wallets, and cameras well hidden Avoid wearing expensive jewelry. Never leave your luggage unattended (don’t leave handbags under tables, on the backs of chairs, or on restroom hooks) Please report any stolen property and/or any incidents involving your safety and security to the establishment where you are staying. Separate your cash and credit cards, and don’t carry all your cash with you. Do not allow strangers to assist you in your transactions at ATMs, and avoid counting cash in the open. Keep your room locked at all times. Take note of and abide by any warnings posted in public areas and parks. Always drive with your doors locked and your windows closed. Store valuables and additional cash in your hotel’s safety deposit box. Wear backpacks on your front. Keep cameras in sight or on your front. Place wallets in front pockets. Be wary of people offering advice and help when you have not asked for it. Be wary of any suspicious looking characters. Although it is wise to carry some cash for emergencies, do not carry large amounts of cash. It is better to use credit cards. a photocopy of your passport/credit cards. An alternative is keeping scanned copies in your smartphone. Insurance We highly recommend that you take out a good health and travel insurance policy to the trip. This insurance should include the covering of the following eventualities: Health Insurance: Ensure that you are covered for the entire duration of your trip. Emergency evacuation and transportation expenses Medical expenses, medications, and supplies Repatriation of mortal remains Cancellation or curtailment of trip
Safety Measures and Precautions It is sensible to take some basic precautions while travelling. Below are recommendations that we feel are important in travel in general. They apply mostly to travel in the major cities and towns but are also relevant for stays in lodges and conservation areas. Unfortunately, professional thieves lurk in crowded areas like all major cities around the world. Always pay particular attention to your belongings when in a crowded area. Beware when talking to strangers. It is safer to lock your luggage. When flying, please do not check-in any valuables or chronic medications, these should be kept in your carry-on luggage. Store handbags/parcels/valuables out of sight in the cabin of the car. Keep mobile phones, wallets, and cameras well hidden Avoid wearing expensive jewelry. Never leave your luggage unattended (don’t leave handbags under tables, on the backs of chairs, or on restroom hooks) Please report any stolen property and/or any incidents involving your safety and security to the establishment where you are staying. Separate your cash and credit cards, and don’t carry all your cash with you. Do not allow strangers to assist you in your transactions at ATMs, and avoid counting cash in the open. Keep your room locked at all times. Take note of and abide by any warnings posted in public areas and parks. Always drive with your doors locked and your windows closed. Store valuables and additional cash in your hotel’s safety deposit box. Wear backpacks on your front. Keep cameras in sight or on your front. Place wallets in front pockets. Be wary of people offering advice and help when you have not asked for it. Be wary of any suspicious looking characters. Although it is wise to carry some cash for emergencies, do not carry large amounts of cash. It is better to use credit cards. a photocopy of your passport/credit cards. An alternative is keeping scanned copies in your smartphone. Insurance We highly recommend that you take out a good health and travel insurance policy to the trip. This insurance should include the covering of the following eventualities: Health Insurance: Ensure that you are covered for the entire duration of your trip. Emergency evacuation and transportation expenses Medical expenses, medications, and supplies Repatriation of mortal remains Cancellation or curtailment of trip
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