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Travelling alone is very different from travelling with friends or colleagues.
Here are the best ideas for creating an awesome trip for the solo traveller.
1. Budgeting for your trip
As a solo traveller, you should know your budget before travelling abroad.
Your budget either on safari or climbing should determine the type of service.
The number of days on the trip and the level of accommodation you can get. It can be either a luxury, budget or mid-range trip.
You should make sure your trip budget covers everything from arrival to departure.
Maybe you will be travelling to a new country far from home. For example Rwanda or Tanzania or even Uganda. Y
our budget should cover park fees, visa, hotel, transportation and insurance.
2. Choose your destination
Knowing exactly where you want to visit saves time and energy. It will help you to narrow down your search and budgeting.
If you want to climb Everest in Nepal or Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Is a good idea to start researching the destinations.
Get to know the key contacts like tour operators available. The rates and best time to visit and for what activity.
For instance, if you want to visit Africa for a wildlife safari, the best time to do is during the dry season.
It’s the best time to see wildebeest migratiion in Serengeti and Masai Mara.
3. Buy travel insurance
Travel insurance is bulletproof for your safari or trip anywhere in the world.
There is some uncertainty while travelling abroad. Anything could happen which needs help.
You might fall sick, or your staff get stolen or lost. You can claim that from the travel insurance companies.
Some travellers decide not to buy travel insurance. But you should know clearly that if anything goes wrong you’re responsible.
Whether for medication recovery of lost items or missing flights while abroad.
There are many reputable travel insurance companies around the world.
Safety comes first while travelling abroad. Either for safari or climbing or even beach holidays.
It can be in Maldives, Diani Beach, Zanzibar, Seychelles, Zambezi Dubai etc.
4. Save money and have extra
It’s your holiday, right? You better have time and delay your travel to be able to save enough.
Don’t forget the word “cash is the king” while on travel. Have enough money to cover all your travel costs.
And even having extra for miscellaneous gives you peace of mind while on the trip.
Whether you are visiting Thailand, Mongolia, Cuba or even Egypt and Ethiopia. For historical tours.
You might need some extra cash either to pay for extra trips. Giving tips for quality service offered or even buying souvenirs.
Save up for your trip before you decide to travel solo in any part of the world.
5. Book your trips with reliable tour operators
You should know by either researching or even asking for recommendations.
It can be from friends or families who have been to the destination you wish to visit.
In some countries like Tanzania. There are some tours which are not offered by individuals.
You must use licensed tour operators. Including climbing Mount Kilimanjaro or even visiting Serengeti.
Tour operators should pay for the permits and plan the trip.
It could be different from other places around the world. But you can not be far from the truth that knowing the best companies or guides.
Who can show you around in foreign destination is the best idea for the solo traveller.
Read more on how to choose a reliable tour operator in Tanzania.
6. Book safe accommodation for solo- travellers
The growth numbers of B&B, homestay, eco-friendly hotels and hostels. |
Gives solo travellers options for where to stay depending on their budget and preference.
Ask yourself what you need. which level of accomodation do you want? Is it either a Star Hotel or a budget camping safari facility?
Remember that, any option you decide to choose will have an impact. For your budget and your trip experience.
So choose wisely or consult your travel agency for help.
7. Safety while at the destination
Travelling to a foreign destination and an exciting thing to do.
But embrace the truth that not everyone you meet will be a good person.
You should learn to have a low profile while in other countries.
Don’t make yourself an easy target for pocket pickers.
Everyone will find a way to sell you something or pursue you to help. Is very common around the world.
Don’t feel shy to say “NO”. Don’t promise.
8. Packing list for your trip or safari
Your travelling solo to foreign destinations bears in mind simplicity.
Pack a few items and learn to live with that limitation. Having a light bag on safari can save you a lot.
Whether on flights or even moving around the street.
You should only focus on packing essential items for that trip.
If you travelling in Africa for wildlife safaris, leave your laptops at home. Many safari camps do not have a reliable power supply to charge your computer.
Be simple and enjoy your trip.
You can read more about Mount Kilimanjaro Packing List and Safari
9. Travel with cash- protect your identity
As you travel solo, you may need some money either pay for some extra services.
It’s not advised to throw your credit to every local vendor who accepts credit cards or debit cards.
Learn to protect your identity and it may help you to secure your cards if you travel with some cash.
If you’re visiting Africa, many places accept US dollars.
But if you want to buy something you should exchange your money for local currency.
If you will be in Kenya you should need (KSH) in Tanzania (TZS), Uganda (UGX) and Rwanda (RWF) in South Africa you need Rands.
10. Book your flight in advance
If you will travel far from your country, you should consider booking your flight earlier.
This will help you to save a lot more than late booking. Many flight companies increase fares for late bookings.
You should consider a 3-1 month earlier booking before travelling.
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