Forty Plus Safaris

About Forty Plus Safaris

Forty Plus Safaris are Safaris that have been specifically designed for clients over the age of 40. It is important to note that the Safaris are aimed at active clients who want to experience Africa from a ground level, but with a certain degree of comfort. The overriding goal is for clients to travel Africa in a safe and secure environment at a great price with likeminded travellers.

Camping Safaris

The concept behind the camping tour options is for clients to actively participate in the Safari while still feeling like visitors who are on holiday. Active participation is an integral part of the enjoyment and the Safari. Clients are required to participate in various activities such as assisting the guide and assistant with the making and dismantling of the camp. Clients are expected to erect and dismantle their own tents along the way.

Our clients come from all 4 corners of the World and are generally over the age of 40, but who are generally speaking "Young at Heart". The Safaris are aimed at active, healthy clients looking for an African Adventure. The group size has a maximum of 16 clients allowed which allows for some great group dynamics and one on one interaction with the staff.

Food & Drinks

All the meals are prepared by the guide & assistant/cook using only wholesome food and where possible fresh produce. For breakfast the meal is usually continental style comprising jams, tea, coffee, bread, cereals and milk. Lunch usually takes the form of a light picnic with the evening meal been the main meal of the day and takes the form of a sit down dinner at a table with lanterns. We have freezers on all the vehicles which make us self-sufficient. All drinks and mineral water are not included but clients can purchase these products along the way and we store them is the cooler box or fridge provided. Tea and coffee is freely available when we camp.

The Guides & Assistants

On each Safari there are two staff members with the guide & assistant/cook preparing all meals. The Guides are selected for their in depth experience of Africa and are an abundant source of knowledge of all matters relating to Africa and the African Bush. the tour leaders will ensure you leave the Safari with a far greater understanding of the African Continent and the culture and wildlife that make up this beautiful continent. The guides are permanent employees and several have been around for 10 years and longer .You will be able to ask the guides almost anything and they will have a ready answer. A local camp assistant/ cook help with general camp chores and duties. The safaris are conducted in English however translators are available on request for larger groups.

The Vehicles

the vehicles are all custom built Mercedes Benz & Toyota vehicles designed for African conditions for the Camping Safaris. These vehicles have been specially designed taking in mind the varied roads of Africa.

Please note that itineraries can change due to changes in local conditions: Travelling in Africa is sometimes unpredictable and participants should be comfortable with changes that might occur due to unforeseen circumstances. these might take the form of problems with road conditions, weather, mechanical breakdowns or accidents each of which can delay and change the performance of the safari. However this is all part of the great adventure of travelling on this beautiful continent.

Camping Equipment

Large, spacious, comfortable tents which accommodate 2 persons are provided (W2.4m x L2.4m x H1.9m). Each tent is insect proof and equipped with a built-in ground sheet for insulation as well as two large aerating windows with mosquito nets. Each client is provided with a 6 cm thick foam mattress and a comfortable safari folding chair. Each vehicle is stocked with a comprehensive set of cooking and camping equipment, water containers, a first aid box and reference booking pertaining to the mammals and birds of the area. We also carry a set of spare parts on each vehicle. Clients are requested to bring their own small pillow and sleeping bag (alternatively sleeping bags may be hired).

Accommodated Safaris

The accommodated Safaris are aimed at the client looking for an outdoor experience but with the comforts of small hotels and guesthouses situated in scenic locations. There are two diverse options in this category:

The Vehicles

The 14 day Okavango Delta Safari and the 16 day Southern Africa Adventure are operated in an air-conditioned Toyota Mini-bus. For groups of more than ten, the overland style vehicle will be used.

The 21 day Cape Town to Victoria Falls Safari is operated in a custom built Toyota overland vehicle. The vehicles have slide-down windows that make for great wildlife viewing and great photographic opportunities. The vehicles have comfortable high-back seats and a fridge for clients drinks.

The Guide

On accommodated tours there is one expert Guide.

Accommodation

All accommodation is unique and chosen for its location and scenic beauty. All the accommodation we make use of along the way have en-suite facilities and full bedding. You do not have to bring a sleeping bag along with you on accommodated Safaris. Accommodation ranges from bush lodgers and hotels to rest camp accommodation inside National Parks. The accommodation is in the 3 star range.

Food & Drinks

All the accommodated tour options are on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunches and dinners are for Client's own account. Lunches are taken en route at local restaurants and small roadside cafes. Dinners are enjoyed at the accommodation facilities we make use of and usually take the form of a buffet style meal including typical African cuisine and game meat. when staying in towns and cities a variety of cuisines is available at local restaurants. All drinks are for the clients own account and can be stored on the vehicles in the fridges or cooler boxes provided.