What is a Journey?
What do you think of when you hear the word “journey”? To journey is to travel, perhaps even to adventure and explore on said travel. A journey is also the collective noun for giraffes on the go. In addition, many people believe that a journey is a family of giraffes who are moving from one place to the other. When giraffes are standing still they’re known as a tower or, as most commonly called, a herd. At ACJ, we believe we are a group of travelers moving together. We want everyone who joins us, in person or through our digital community, to feel like family. An inclusive and engaging group experiencing unique and authentic journeys together. Do you want to #JoinTheJourney and be part of something bigger than yourself? Sign up for the newsletter.
What about safety?
Africa Culture Journeys provides top-quality equipment and facilities. We also participate in regular safety inspections by Botswana’s tourism industry officials and authorities. Also, our staff is trained and certified by the Maun Wildlife Training Institute. We also make sure to have an equal number of staff members to guests on our safari trips.
What about the country of Botswana?
Botswana is considered one of the safest countries in Africa and attack on tourists is considered extremely rare. Even though the country is safe, please remain alert and take precautions to safeguard personal property at all times. We recommend leaving as many of your valuables (expensive watches, jewelry, electronics, etc) as possible at home. Keep laptops and cellphones in a secure place. When traveling in Africa, luggage locks are advisable.
How dangerous are the animals?
Your safety is always our top priority. Since we are mostly in the wilderness, there is potential for dangerous animals. But for the most part, these animals have become accustomed to tents, camps, and vehicles and seem to appear at ease around them. Also:
The GOLDEN RULE in the wilderness is to respect animals and view them at a comfortable zone for them and the guests onboard. All activities are led by well-trained professional guides, who are conservationists at heart.
Most animals view us as one unity, as they cannot see us as individuals in the vehicle except for primates like baboons and monkeys.
We all have rules that the guides and guests onboard have to adhere to whilst at a sighting for example
No standing at a sighting
We minimize our voices at sightings
We don’t make sounds to draw the attention of the animal to the vehicle
We give animals space so that they can proceed with their normal life
Neutral colors so that we all blend in with the environment
No littering
