Health

Malaria

Please consult your doctor as to which malaria prophylaxis you should take. If you become ill on your return, please ensure that your doctor knows you have been in a malarial area and does everything to establish that your illness is not malaria. Malaria is not a serious problem if you are sensible and take basic precautions. There are very few incidents of travellers, who have taken preventative measures, contracting malaria.

Water

It is very important that you drink plenty of water during the warmer months. It is recommended that you shoudl drink at least 3 litres of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration. This excludes tea, coffee and alcoholic beverages, which act as diuretics and actually contribute to dehydration. Generally, on safaris only bottled water from reliable sources can be considered as safe.

Other Issues

Please check with your local travel clinic for advice on other health requirements. Deffinitely bring sunscreen (SPF15 or higher) and preventative medication (where appropriate). Its recomended to cover up during the hottest time of day - between 11H00 and 15H00. Check your skin after walks in nature to identify ticks and remove by smothering in an oily substance like petroleum jelly and removing after 20 minutes.

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