"participation" safari
Oct 31st, 2004, 02:04 PM
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I am contemplating a "participation" safari in late June with my wife and 2 teenage daughters. Anyone with experience with this kind of trip? Specifically with Bobcat Safari, a UK company: http://www.letsgobobcat.com/? We have lots of camping experience so it sounded like fun and a good way to save a buck ( or pound).
Nov 1st, 2004, 09:01 AM
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I don't know that specific company, but we did a participation safari in Botswana several years ago, and it was great. We put up our own tents (after instructions from the staff), and helped with the cooking (under staff guidance). It was great fun, and I think experienced campers, especially teenaged ones, would love it.
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Hello Drbeier,
I haven't been to Botswana. A Google search brings up some pages that say Botswana's winter (June / July) days are hot (high 20s C), but nights are subfreezing, and frost occurs when there is enough moisture for it to form. I have experienced those conditions in some parts of Botswana's neighbouring countries, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Having slept in a tent in Namibia's winter, I suggest you sleep in something quite warm, e.g., a jogging suit, and use a sleeping bag that's rated for subzero temperatures. Silly as it may sound when you're heading for the Tropic of Capricorn, pack a wool cap and gloves.
I haven't been to Botswana. A Google search brings up some pages that say Botswana's winter (June / July) days are hot (high 20s C), but nights are subfreezing, and frost occurs when there is enough moisture for it to form. I have experienced those conditions in some parts of Botswana's neighbouring countries, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Having slept in a tent in Namibia's winter, I suggest you sleep in something quite warm, e.g., a jogging suit, and use a sleeping bag that's rated for subzero temperatures. Silly as it may sound when you're heading for the Tropic of Capricorn, pack a wool cap and gloves.
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I asked about the country because I have stayed at the campgrounds in Botswana. Now I'm not sure you will be staying there. We did see some safari groups there when I was there in 1991 with Earthwatch. Our group would be classified at the lowest possible level of safari class, considering the public campgrounds, etc. We had small 2 person tents that we put up and took down. We brought our own sleeping bags and traveled in a truck. We cooked, and used the public restrooms and showers. Mostly locals in their cars used the campgrounds but some safari groups came through too. They had cooks, etc, but used the public areas. Normally mobile safaris with ensuite facilities do not. They are able to camp in the wilds. I would recommend doing it for those who are on a budget. We had animals in camp each night and there were places to build your fires to cook and there also were benches and tables to use. Yes June will be cold nights. I was there in September and it was hot, so how cold it gets is bitter before the sun comes up. I know it will be fun and a wonderful experience for a family. You'll love Botswana. Liz
I asked about the country because I have stayed at the campgrounds in Botswana. Now I'm not sure you will be staying there. We did see some safari groups there when I was there in 1991 with Earthwatch. Our group would be classified at the lowest possible level of safari class, considering the public campgrounds, etc. We had small 2 person tents that we put up and took down. We brought our own sleeping bags and traveled in a truck. We cooked, and used the public restrooms and showers. Mostly locals in their cars used the campgrounds but some safari groups came through too. They had cooks, etc, but used the public areas. Normally mobile safaris with ensuite facilities do not. They are able to camp in the wilds. I would recommend doing it for those who are on a budget. We had animals in camp each night and there were places to build your fires to cook and there also were benches and tables to use. Yes June will be cold nights. I was there in September and it was hot, so how cold it gets is bitter before the sun comes up. I know it will be fun and a wonderful experience for a family. You'll love Botswana. Liz
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