What is the $50 hold fee for?
When you reserve a departure, a $50 hold places your rooms on a 14-day courtesy hold while our team confirms availability with each lodge. It isn’t a deposit and isn’t part of your trip cost. If we can’t secure your trip, or you decide not to go ahead, it’s refunded in full. Once your trip is confirmed, we donate your hold fee to small wildlife-conservation and community nonprofits in Africa, so even reserving does a little good.
How do I pay for a safari?
Three simple steps. First, you pay the $50 refundable hold to lock your dates. Second, we confirm your itinerary within one business day and collect a 30% deposit to secure the booking. Third, the remaining balance is due before you travel. We accept credit card or bank transfer. If you’re departing within 60 days there’s no deposit schedule; we simply arrange the full balance once your hold is in place. Note that bank transfer or credit card fees may apply.
Can I cancel?
Before we confirm your trip, yes. Your $50 hold is fully refundable and you owe nothing else. Once your trip is confirmed and the 30% deposit is paid, that deposit is non-refundable, but it’s transferable once within 8 months of travel if your plans change. Because a safari is a significant investment, we recommend travel insurance and are happy to suggest providers.
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