Hello, aimeeell-ga!
What a wonderful adventure you have in mind! My hat is off to you.
There are several excellent guide services that offer safaris for
those in wheelchairs. I have compiled a few below. See what you think,
and if you have further questions, please don?t hesitate to ask for
clarification.
Endeavor Safaris
http://www.endeavour-safaris.com/
Mobility Impairments Tours:
?Africa is now accessable with Endeavour Safaris. Whether you use a
cane, crutches, have a slight limp, use a manual wheel-chair or
permanently use an electric chair, we can show you various
destinations within Southern Africa, that were never before possible.
Whether you dreamed of a safari, or just want to enjoy a relaxing
holiday in one of the luxury hotels in Cape Town we will do our best
to ensure an unforgettable experience.
Please see all the tours offered throughout South Africa and Botswana
on the following link:
http://www.endeavour-safaris.com/listings/mobility_impairments_tours.jsp
FAQ?s
Frequently Asked Questions - Mobility Impairments Tours
Will there be someone to assist me with my wheelchair, etc?
Yes, our guides and other staff members are always on hand to assist
you wherever possible.
Should clients require electricity for charging up batteries/ running
respirators, etc, how would you provide this?
Whilst on safari in Botswana and Namibia, we have generators in camp
which we could run during the day to charge up batteries for
electrically-operated wheelchairs, etc.
Do I need special adapters for charging of my electric chair?
It is always best to purchase a universal adapter that you could bring
along with you ? naturally ensuring that it is compliant with your
electric chair?s connection.
If I am doing a Botswana or Namibia section of the tour, will I need a
12volt adapter for the charging of my electric wheelchair?
It would be best to bring along 12volt adapter as this would mean you
would be able to recharge your electric chair whilst sitting in the
safari vehicle.
Are clients permitted to travel on their own or do they have to be
accompanied by a carer?
Yes, clients are permitted to travel on their own, provided they are
deemed fit enough to travel. For severely disabled clients, we
recommend that they travel with a qualified carer.
Do you provide carers?
Yes. We would prefer clients to bring along their own carer, but
should they not wish to do that for some reason, then we will happily
provide a carer for them. Naturally it is more comfortable and less
stressful for the client if they have their own personal carer with
them.
Which types of tours do you have available and with which type of accommodation?
We have a broad spectrum of options available, from 5 star hotel and
lodges to luxury camping safaris, with various destinations in three
major countries, namely South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. Whilst on
safari we make use of large safari tents (4.5m x 3m). Each tent has
its own specially adapted en-suite facilities (bucket shower &
chemical toilet).
The en-suite facilities are an enormous safety feature in the bush
environment as there is no reason to exit the tent during the night.
There is ample room for wheelchair manoeuvrability as well as the bed
heights are fixed for easy transfer from the wheel-chair. All bedding
is provided, i.e. mattress, duvet, sheets, pillows and extra warm
blankets. By having these well-ventilated, insect proof tents, we have
no limitations as to our planned destinations.
We also include lodges or hotels where applicable as part of our
itineraries. How many people are accommodated per tent? We basically
have 2 types of tents: - Our family tent (6m x 4m) would comfortably
sleep 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 small children. - Our normal tents
(4.5m x 3m) comfortably sleep 2 adults.
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Disability Travel offers several wheelchair safaris. The following
describes the 2005 safari to South Africa. There is no calendar for
2006 as yet.
South Africa Group Safari
http://www.disabilitytravel.com/grps_exotic/south_africa/south_africa_safari.html
Our luxury wheelchair accessible safari offers the very best of South
Africa tourism.
? Luxury hotels throughout
? 5-star, world class safari lodge
? Malaria-free Big Game wildlife viewing
? Daily wildlife experiences
? 1 to 1 game trackers
? Full-time, experienced local host
? Accessible vehicle for all touring, sightseeing
? Space limited to two passengers with wheels
? Total group size is limited to 5 passengers
Our small group size allows us to deliver the finest personalized adventure
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Excursion World ? Kruger Park, South Africa
http://www.excursionworld.com/tours/139.htm
?Epic Enabled offers family friendly, wheelchair accessible, overland
camping & adventure safari holidays to the physically disabled
traveller. Our tours visit the famous Kruger Park, an exiting Private
Game Reserve, the scenic Garden Route and day tours in Johannesburg &
Cape Town in South Africa. Everybody is welcome; individuals, friends,
families & groups ? handicapped travelers or not. Our tours include
touching a cheetah, walk/wheel with lion cubs, hear the animal calls,
visiting a rehabilitation centre for endangered animals, visit a local
Shangaan village, taste traditional food, see the famous African
sunsets, an interesting Soweto Township tour, the spectacular Table
Mountain, picturesque Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope, meet other
travelers from all over the world & lots more?Epic Enabled offers
family friendly, wheelchair accessible, overland camping & adventure
safari holidays to the physically disabled traveller. Our tours visit
the famous Kruger Park, an exiting Private Game Reserve, the scenic
Garden Route and day tours in Johannesburg & Cape Town in South
Africa. Everybody is welcome; individuals, friends, families & groups
? handicapped travelers or not. Our tours include touching a cheetah,
walk/wheel with lion cubs, hear the animal calls, visiting a
rehabilitation centre for endangered animals, visit a local Shangaan
village, taste traditional food, see the famous African sunsets, an
interesting Soweto Township tour, the spectacular Table Mountain,
picturesque Cape Point & Cape of Good Hope, meet other travelers from
all over the world & lots more??
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For more links to safari companies and some information about safari
by wheelchair, please read:
?On Safari,? by Candy B. Harrington
http://www.bootsnall.com/guides/05-03/on-safari.html
?Have you ever dreamed about taking an African safari, but put it out
of your mind because you just assumed safaris were not
wheelchair-accessible? Well, pack your bags and get ready for an
adventure, because believe it or not, there are a large number of
safari operators who actually specialize in wheelchair-accessible
safaris.?
Read further..
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I hope these companies present you with some exciting and viable
options. Again, if you need more information, please don?t hesitate to
ask! I will be happy to assist you further if I can!
Sincerely,
umiat
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