The Legends of Africa
FACT FILE
The legends of Africa is possibly the best lodge circuit in Zimbabwe. For first time or seasoned travellers the circuit provides some of the best game and scenic destinations in the country.
Meals and drinks at all the Legends Lodges are of a high standard and are included in the tariff. Dietary preferences and requirements can be catered for if mangement are advised in advance.
All Legends lodges have first aid and trauma kits on site, and well trained staff to use them. Armed professional guides are resident at all lodges. Emergency medical evacuation to the nearest facility by Medical Air Rescue Service (MARS) is available to all guests. All lodges are linked to either Legends of Africa Kariba, Harare or Victoria Falls by radio.
The minimum age at all lodges is 13.
All internal transfers and flights in Zimbabwe are included in the circuit price provided that travel is one direction only between Harare and Victoria Falls (or vice versa) and that the circuit duration's exceeds a minimum of six nights in The Legends Of Africa Lodges. Accommodation at Makalolo Plains Lodge will attract a supplementary cost for transfers.
All lodges, except Ruckomechi, are open all year round. Ruckomechi is closed form 01 December to 31 March each year.
A full valid passport and return air ticket is required. Visas are not required for any British Subject, however other nationals may require a visa and are advised to verify with the appropriate Consulate / Embassy. It is your responsibility to ensure that these are in order and we accept no liabilities for delays and additional expenses caused by clients whose documents are not in order.
All Legends of Africa lodges and camps are powered either by mains, solar or generator. In camps using a generator, guests are able to recharge batteries etc.
Luggage is restricted to 10 Kgs (22lbs) per person at Ruckomechi, Kipling's, Giraffe Springs and Makalolo Plains. There are facilities available (at a small additional charge) to lock up excess luggage at Harare and Victoria Falls.
Guests should bring their own equipment. Extra film and batteries can be bought from all lodge shops, but stocks are limited.
Zimbabwe's climate is ideal for safaris with dry winters bringing cool mornings and evenings, and hot summers. For game viewing, the dry season (June to November) is recommended, as wildlife concentrates around watering points.
Temperatures begin to climb during September, which combines good wildlife viewing with spring vegetation. For scenic beauty, the arrival of the rainy season, which lasts from November to March, does much to relieve the hot temperatures. This is a time of lush new growth and vegetation, a time to watch the new born animals.
For comfort, March to May is perhaps the ideal time to travel. Temperatures moderate, the climate is warm and dry, and the bush is still fresh and green from the rains.
You can put aside many of the health fears that may be justified in some parts of Africa. Zimbabwe has a high standard of medical facilities, and the sunny, dry climate and unpolluted air suit most people. Although no inoculations are required, it is wise to make sure that your polio, cholera, typhoid, hepatitis A & B and tetanus injections are up to date.
Yellow fever inoculations are necessary if you have come from a country where the disease is endemic, such as Kenya and Tanzania. Malaria tablets must be taken two weeks prior to your visit and should be continued for one month after returning home.
Airlines are very strict in checking that the air ticket and passport read identical names. It is important when booking to give us the name that will be reflected in your passport at time of travel. Should we have to reissue tickets this will incur an amendment fee.
We strongly advise passengers to take travel insurance covering personal accident, medical expenses, baggage and loss of deposit or part of the tour fare through cancellation or flight delay. Paramount Travel can arrange this at a very competitive price.
If you have a special request for diet etc, please indicate them clearly on your booking form and we will pass these on to the lodge. However these request cannot be guaranteed and any costs are payable locally. Should you want specific seats booked on the aircraft for your flight we are happy to pass these requests on to the airline. However we cannot guarantee specific seats and the airline has the authority to change seating anytime.
PRE-TRAVEL ADVICE CONCERNING SAFETY
The Foreign & Commonwealth Travel Advice Unit may have issued information about your holiday destination. You are advised to check this information on BBC2 (ceefax page 470) Alternatively you can contact the ABTA information department on 0891 202520 (calls charged at 50p per minute).
AT THE LEGENDS PROPERTIES YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES -
All activities as mentioned under each of the specific lodges. - All flights and transfers in Zimbabwe. - Government Tax (but not airport departure tax) - Laundry.
Please note the aforementioned details are subject to change at a moments notice - please contact us for UPDATES.
