What are the tipping guidelines for this trip? Tipping is an expected, though not compulsory, component of your tour program. The gesture serves as an expression of appreciation for exceptional service, and amounts given are up to your discretion.
Tipping is one of the most direct ways that you can have a positive economic impact within the African community. Although it may not be customary for you, it is an important source of income for those in the tourism industry. Giving a tip should be a seen as a formal 'thank you', and the action should in no way be awkward.
The best method of tipping someone that has served the whole group is to plan in advance, and not rush when it comes to saying goodbye. A suggestion would be for each group member to contribute anonymously by putting their tip into an envelope. This often works the best and the group should gather to present the gift to the recipient(s), offering their thanks and showing their appreciation. This method brings the action out into the open, allowing for a friendly and appreciative interaction between the group and the recipient(s).
You may use the following as a guideline, all given in a per person format:
CEO: $5-8 USD (per day, per person)
Local guides: $2-3 USD (per day)
Safari Guide/Driver: $2-3 USD (per day)
Restaurant Staff: 10-15% of cost of bill
What should I consider when planning my personal expenses and discretionary spending for this itinerary? Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
What activities are optional on this trip? Cape Town
- Two Oceans Aquarium (235ZAR per person)
- Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour (1500ZAR per person)
- Wine Tour and Tasting (1675ZAR per person)
- Cape Point Explorer Day Tour (1750ZAR per person)
- Urban Explorer Day Tour (1900ZAR per person)
- Overberg Explorer Day Tour (3450ZAR per person)
- West Coast Explorer Day Tour (1950ZAR per person)
- Sandboarding and San Cultural Explorer Day Tour (3630ZAR per person)
- Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes (1400ZAR per person)
Table Mountain
- Table Mountain Cable Car (420ZAR per person)
- Table Mountain Hike (2100ZAR per person)
Kruger National Park
- Full Day Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
Matobo National Park
- Ancient Cave Painting Visit (10USD per person)
Hwange
- Afternoon Wildlife Safari Drive (80USD per person)
Victoria Falls
- Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25min (284USD per person)
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins
- Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting (120USD per person)
Livingstone
- Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Swim (125USD per person)
- Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls (360USD per person)
- Zambezi Bungee Jump (168USD per person)
- Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Morning Breezer (125USD per person)
Victoria Falls
- Bridge Swing over the Zambezi (168USD per person)
What are the meals like on this trip? Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available in southern Africa. On this tour, we provide only a few meals for you and your group members, so as to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility in you choices. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though - while in the larger centres, your group leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.
For the included meals, vegetarian meal requests and other dietary requirements need to be specified prior to arrival.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo? We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Do any exceptions apply to Rooming or “My Own Room” on my tour? Day 9 and 10.