Privacy Policy

CANCELLATION POLICY

The following cancellation charges will be payable. Should you need to cancel you must notify the supplier summer break vacations tours and safaris immediately in writing. In this eventuality your deposit is non-refundable. Cancellation fee from 90 days and over – Deposit forfeit Cancellation fee from 90 – 60 days – 50% Cancellation fee from 59 – 31 days – 75% Cancellation fee from 30 – 00 days – 100%

MODE OF PAYMENT.

We accept payments via bank transfer, online transaction or credit card payment. Pls. note that all credit card payments incur a surcharge of 5%.
Cash payments are acceptable upon arrival

DEPOSIT PAYMENT

pon written confirmation from SuMMER BREAK VACATIONS TOURS AND SAFARIS please. note that you are required to pay a deposit as outlined in writing at the time of confirmation. You will also receive our company invoice which will state the amount to be paid. A deposit payment can range from 20 – 30% depending on the time frame of booking to start of safari. Depending on the amount, we may request for a second installment. Rest payment must always be paid upon arrival . In some cases (last minute bookings) SUMMER BREAK VACATIONS TOURS AND SAFARIS. reserves the right to request for full payment up-front. (prior to start of the safari).

BEST TIME TO VISIT AFRICA

Located on the Equator, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda & Rwanda have no definitive seasons like the Northern and Southern hemispheres. East Africa has a pleasant climate all year round and is perfect for safaris & game viewing during any season.  
We have two rainy seasons: 
– The short rains which occur from late October through November 
– The long rains which occur from late March to end of May
April & May are GREEN season months which are our “quiet time” where you simply get the “best deal”! Even though more rain is anticipated than usual, one experiences fantastic game viewing, mostly exclusive with very few vehicles in the vicinity as the parks are less frequented. 

The famous annual Great Migration usually starts in the Southern Serengeti popularly known as Ndutu with the Wildebeest calving during end of January to March and moves onto Western / Northern Serengeti in May / June. The larger herds cross over into the Maasai Mara from July to October. This is considered to be the peak season for East Africa along with the Christmas & New Year seasons.

Both the Serengeti & Maasai Mara offer excellent game viewing all year round. A good time to travel is January to March and particularly late October / November. Rates are more reasonable too during these months than the peak season. 

Uganda & Rwanda are famous for their Gorilla Trekking which can be done all year round. Rates for permits are the same without any low / high season period.

HOW DO I BOOK THE TRIP

Once you send us an enquiry, we shall assign one of our experienced Tour Consultants to help design the Safari of your dreams! With our extensive knowledge we’re able to give you best advice and recommendations to suit your interest.
We are dedicated to making your trip a memorable experience in every aspect! We would need to know the number of persons traveling, if there any children in the group and their ages, the number of days you have available, travel dates if known and your budget / interest.

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I CARRY.

Please ensure that your baggage is packed in soft bags and should weigh no more than 15 to a maximum of 20 kgs per person. It’s possible to store luggage during the safari either at your hotel if you are returning thereafter your trip or in our offices. Most lodges have laundry facilities at an extra charge. 
On air safaris the maximum luggage allowance per person is strictly 15 kgs including hand luggage in soft bags. As the aircrafts are small the luggage space is limited. Please ensure that your baggage is packed in soft bags and should weigh no more than 15 to a maximum of 20 kgs per person. It’s possible to store luggage during the safari either at your hotel if you are returning thereafter your trip or in our offices. Most lodges have laundry facilities at an extra charge. 
On air safaris the maximum luggage allowance per person is strictly 15 kgs including hand luggage in soft bags. As the aircrafts are small the luggage space is limited.

TAILOR MADE OR CUSTOMIZED SAFARIS

We plan / tailor most safaris to suit your needs! The itineraries outlined on our website are examples and any of these packages can be booked or simply modified to suit your interest / budget & time availability. Our packages are completely flexible and can start on ANY day as long as there is room availability (except for group tours with fixed departure dates).

VISA REQUIREMENTS

One can now apply for the Kenyan Visa on-line at least 07 days prior your arrival date. Please log on to https://evisa.go.ke/.

We wish to inform you 100% e-visa will be effective as of 01st January 2021. Visas will not be issued upon arrival, from this date. Children below the age of 16 years do not require a visa.

A valid passport with a minimum of 6 months validity and at least two blank pages is mandatory.

For on-line visas, we recommend that you fill out the forms in advance as per links provided below. 
Visiting Kenya: https://evisa.go.ke/
Visiting Tanzania: https://www.immigration.go.tz/index.php
Visiting Uganda: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/
Visiting Rwanda: https://irembo.gov.rw/rolportal/en/web/dgie/newhome
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda require specific nationalities to hold a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. Depending on your country of origin, additional vaccination certificates may be required. Please make sure you discuss this with your tours

WHAT IS A PRIVATE SAFARI.

 Most of our Safaris are “Private Safaris” whereby you have your own designated 4 wheel drive vehicle with an allocated guide and you may choose to do a combination of “road & air travel” between game parks &reserves. The vehicle is not shared with other travelers and you can determine the “length” of each game drive as well as frequency. Many guests prefer to go out for long game drives without a time limitation and a packed meal (breakfast or lunch). Various other activities of your choice can be added on to enhance your safari experience for e.g. “guided walks”, balloon safaris, bush dinners & breakfasts, private sun downers & cocktails, visits to local villages, horse riding, hiking etc.

CHILDREN ON SAFARI/FAMILY SAFARI

The perfect countries to take children on Safari are Kenya & Tanzania with Kenya being “more child friendly” and the best destination to have a “first time safari”. Children of any age can “join” a safari whereby we do recommend that your child is at least 3 years of age as it is harder to travel with infants. Many properties offer family rooms or family suites which are either one larger room / tent or simply inter-connecting rooms / tents. We do recommend that you check driving distances with your consultant. We offer specific “FAMILY SAFARIS” which are tried and tested and each location offers unique activities to choose from.

WHAT TO WEAR.

Light cotton clothing during the day such as T-Shirts & shorts. 

Long sleeved shirts and long cotton trousers (or jeans), sweaters for the evening

Windbreaker / rain jacket for the early morning and evening game drives

Sun Hat / cap

Swimming outfit

Shoes

Light cotton clothing during the day such as T-Shirts & shorts. 

Long sleeved shirts and long cotton trousers (or jeans), sweaters for the evening

Windbreaker / rain jacket for the early morning and evening game drives

Sun Hat / cap

Swimming outfit

DO I BOOK MEDICAL COVER OR TRAVEL INSURANCE

We highly recommend for every traveler to book a medical cover / insurance from their country of origin. We do provide an AMREF MEDICAL cover (flying Doctors Service, pls. ensure it is listed in your inclusions) which offers air evacuation only from parks / reserves to Nairobi to a local well renowned hospital with good medical care).

For AMREF emergency services call:
+254 (0) 206 992 222
+254 (0) 789 133 133

WIFI AND CHARGING DEVICES

Most camps & lodges offer free Wi-Fi and this can also be arranged for your safari vehicle (for road safaris only). However, when driving between reserves & parks Wi-Fi needs to be requested in advance. Costs for this service may apply. Most of our vehicles have sockets for charging your devices while on the road.  

Kenyan, Tanzanian and Ugandan electrical sockets are UK type, 3 pin square – 220 volts

Rwandan electrical sockets are European type, 2 pin round – 220 volts

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE IN GORILLA TREKKING

We mainly package Gorilla Trekking to both Rwanda and Uganda as a safari extension. This can either be done as a pre safari or post safari depending on availability of the permits and accommodations. Children below the age of 16 Yrs are not allowed though they can be left behind at the lodge while the parents go on trekking. Your tours consultant will advise you further on what to bring.