Your first time in Africa?

When visiting the African continent for the first time we find that most people are completely over awed with the complexities of what is available and the complex nature of Africa herself. At Uyaphi.com will answer all and any questions that you the first time traveler to Africa might have!

- Your first time / visit to Africa!
- Need information to travel related subjects?
- Have Questions about travel in Africa?
- What is the best method of travel for me?
- I am a single traveler, is Africa for me?
- Getting to and around Africa?
- When is the best time to travel to Africa?
- My first visit to Africa, which country or area is best for me?
- What can I expect to see and do in Africa?
- What are your interests: cultural, wildlife, birding, diving, trains, historical, photographic, adventure?
- Is safety really an issue?
- Concerned about Malaria!

PLEASE USE OUR SAFARI PLANNER TO CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS THAT YOU MIGHT HAVE ON ANY SUBJECT OF AFRICAN TRAVEL....

Getting to Africa

Booking your flights too and from any destination in Africa is made that much easier with us at Uyaphi.com. Basically in a nut shell we book everything from your international and local flights, arrange your safari and accommodation as well as making sure that you travel insurance is in place should anything go wrong. We can quote on flights from almost anywhere in the world you might find yourself sitting.

Types of transport available

The types of transport that we at Uyaphi.com offer is wide and comprehensive and we have something to suite all budgets. Just as a few examples of what is available;
- Fly in safaris
- Self Drive safaris
- Guided safaris
- Walking safaris
- Motor bike safaris
- Water based safaris
- Balloon safaris

Types of accommodation

This is where we at Uyaphi.com offer a great advantage to you, with our expertise as well as our large portfolio we offer something for most budgets. From the most expensive lodges on the African continent to three star properties, from luxury tented camps to basic camping safaris. All of this designed to fit your budget as well as most importantly, what you are looking to get out of your safari. to this continent - Africa.

African Travel Insurance

At Uyaphi.com we firmly believe in covering every possibility that something could go wrong, and it is something that we can arrange for you. From arriving at the airport and finding your luggage has gone to Greece or worse disappeared. Finding out that your safari has been cancelled due to flooding or political woes, or that your hotel or lodge has just burnt done. These are the reasons why travel insurance is a must.

Political situations in Africa

Sometimes, not all the time but just sometimes the political atmosphere in a particular country or area changes. Sometimes for the worse, sometimes for the better! We at Uyaphi.com are kept abreast of most if not all potential hot spots and therefore can advise you, our valued clients of where to go and where not to go. This is a service that we can offer due to our large communication foot print through 11 African countries.

Weather in africa

One of the most important aspects of any safari is knowing what weather can be expected in a particular area at a particular time of year. This is in order to be prepared, for example; bringing shorts and tee shirts only when on safari in the winter months - you will freeze to death. We will advise on whether to expect rain, snow, heat and humidity, this simple aspect will go along way in making your safari a memorable one.

Health issues

When traveling to Africa one needs to know what one is up against so that preventative measures can be put in place, diseases in Africa are a very real threat. Before leaving home one must always consult your local doctor advising them of where you are going and precaustion to be taken. We at Uyaphi.com will also advise and make sure that you are aware of what can be found in a particular area that you will be visiting.

What clothing do I take?

Spring, summer, autumn and winter; four different seasons, four different clothing options. Admittadly Africa is a warm continenet but in the same breathe also a very cold one at the right time of year. Our job at Uyaphi.com is to advise you on the best options for where you are going as well the time of year. For example in a Southern African winter the night time temeratures can drop well below freezing!

Visas for Africa

To gain entry in most if not all African countries requires a visa of some type or form, this is also very much dependant on your nationality as well. Visas by their nature are never free. Although we do not offer a visa service in house, we do have partners who can (at a cost) help you obtain the particular visa that is need for your safari in Africa. We will assist you when it comes to advise on visas, this is all we can do.

Planning your Africa safari planner

The key to any successful Safari holidays is having an agent that has great local knowledge, experience and excellent products.

At Uyaphi.com we offer a wide and comprehensive portfolio of scheduled, self drive and tailor-made Africa travel as well as accommodation/ lodging and vehicle hire for travel in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Madagascar, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya for that safari in Africa.

Need help finding that right Africa travel? Our safari planner