AMAZING SOUTH AFRICA PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPChobe River / Victoria Falls / Elephant PlainsJULY 29TH - AUGUST 9TH, 2017
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Information and Guidelines |
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Join me in South Africa for this ultimate photo safari combining three countries, two top wildlife and birding destinations and one of the seven wonders of the world. On this safari you will experience and photograph the predators of land and sky. Leopards, Lions and Hyaenas at South Africa's Elephant Plains Game lodge and the Abundant Fish eagles of Botswana's Chobe River. Not to mention all of the other amazing birdlife and wildlife from Kingfishers and Herons to Elephants and Buffalo plus many many more. In between photographing all the amazing wildlife and birdlife you will get to appreciate the majestic Victoria Falls, the world’s largest waterfall.
Spend 12 days experiencing three of Southern Africa’s greatest wildlife and photographic destinations. South Africa's Elephant Plains Game Lodge known for its unrivaled leopard and big cat sightings, Botswana’s famed Chobe River home to the Africa’s largest populations of elephants and a plethora of birdlife and Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls aptly named by the locals as Mosi - oa –Tunya meaning “The Smoke That Thunders”
Elephant Plains:
Pangolin Voyager Houseboat
These two amazing destinations combine the best-unrivalled photographic opportunities of some of Africa's top predators, not only predators of land but of sky alike. The Elephant Plains area will provide not only an amazing Big 5 experience but some of the finest big cat and especially leopard viewing and photographic opportunities in the world. While the Chobe River will entertain you with the 450 species of birdlife, with special focus on the African Fish Eagles that reside along the river’s edge as well as the abundant wildlife with different antelope species, predators, buffalo, elephants, hippos and reptiles, that frequent the banks. This promises to be an experience to fulfil any wildlife photographer's dreams.
The Victoria Falls
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The Lodges / Boat |
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The Pangolin Voyager House Boat (Botswana)
The Pangolin Voyager is a luxuriously appointed river voyager comprising 5 spacious en-suite cabins, (shower, basin, and toilet). Accommodation is located on the bottom deck.
Middle deck consists of a private lounge with a small reference library, communal dining area, open galley (kitchen), Captains Bridge and viewing deck.
Top deck or the viewing deck has seating area to leisurely sip sundowners, catch up on some supreme birding, or stretch out in the sun on one of the sun loungers. In the evenings this top viewing deck becomes prime position to familiarize ones self with the African stars.
Elephant Plains Game Lodge (South Africa)
Lokuthula Lodge (Zimbabwe)
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Dates and Daily Itinerary |
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Brief itinerary
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Cost and Payments |
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Cost Price is $7950.00 Canadian per person, based on double occupancy. *Single supplement is an additional 50% of workshop price.
Participants Between 6-8 Max.
Deposit A deposit of $2000.00 Canadian is required at time of registration. An additional $3000.00 is required 180 days prior to the workshop and the remainder is due 90 days prior to the adventure. *Deposits are non-refundable unless I can fill your spot.
Reserverations Reserve your spot on this exciting workshop by sending me an email at: marc_latremouille@magma.ca
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Workshop Includes: |
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Insurance |
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Travel Insurance: Although highly unlikely, it is possible that you may miss a scheduled flight due to adverse weather conditions or other unforeseen reasons. Should you be concerned about missing flights or any connecting flights etc, it is recommended that additional travel insurance is purchased for these purposes.
Medical Insurance: Medical insurance is also recommended for any unforeseen medical and/or evacuation reasons.
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Passport and Customs |
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Flights and Transfers |
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Luggage Allowance |
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As you will be travelling in a small aircraft with limited luggage capacity, luggage is required to be packed in a soft bag if possible weighing a maximum of 20kg. This weight allowance includes all hand luggage items.
If you discover upon arrival that your luggage is missing, or has arrived incomplete, you should report this immediately to the information desk in the baggage hall before clearing through immigration. The airline staff will be able to tell you what the procedures are for reclaiming your luggage and advise you on any forms that may need to be filled in and stamped.
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General Information |
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Clothing |
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As a general guide, comfortable, casual wash and wear clothes are recommended. Please note that muted colours are recommended for game-viewing. Game-drives are conducted in the early morning and late afternoon, which can be very cold, especially in winter.
The most practical items to pack for safari are:
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Climate |
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Botswana / South Africa |
Hot and pleasant during the summer months with temperatures peaking in October. Rainfall peaks from Nov to Mar Winters are generally mild with cool mornings and evenings
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Money |
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS |
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Photography |
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It is not advisable to take photographs of border posts or military/ police posts. Doing so can lead to an unpleasant situation and even arrest. Always ask permission before taking a photograph of the local residents; it is a sign of respect. In some cases a small payment is expected. However, some cultures believe that the camera steals their soul and request that you respect and understand their beliefs.
It is advisable to bring the following camera equipment:
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Gratuity Guideline |
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Ranger / Guide: US$ 25 per room per day Lodge Staff: US$ 5 per person per day These are a basic minimum guide line and you are welcome to increase the gratuities should you want to do so.
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Mobile Phones |
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Cellular |
Note: There is limited Cellular and Data connectivity in the Chobe area. There is Vodacom, MTN and Cell-C connectivity at Elephant Plains
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Indemnity |
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Wingstretch.com accepts no liability or responsibility for any damage, injury or loss of any kind whatsoever, including but not limited to death, disability, property theft or damage, cancellation of your safari or any other such incident as may arise on your safari. |
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This document is thorough, although it is not exhaustive. The information that it includes is given in good faith and I have tried to cover all possible queries that may arise before the tour starts and what to expect while travelling. If you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to contact me at marc_latremouille@magma.ca
Photos Copyright Wim van den Heever and Brendon Cremer |