Physical Requirements
At Nat Hab, we provide access to some of the most wondrous nature encounters the world has to offer. Many take place in destinations that are wild and remote, with varying physical demands and limited medical facilities. All trips may not be suitable for every traveler. In order to participate in this itinerary, travelers must comfortably and reliably be able to execute all physical requirements as noted below.
Level of Difficulty
- Easy to Moderate
Trip Pace
Visit four locations over twelve days
Four charter flights
Early mornings and some late evenings are scheduled to allow maximum time for wildlife viewing
Travelers must be able to walk at least 1 mile unassisted over uneven terrain
The longest walk is 1.5 miles one-way along potentially wet, slippery paved trails and steps to reach the furthest viewpoint at Victoria Falls. Other walking opportunities are limited due to the presence of wildlife
Travelers must be able to walk up and down stairs to board small planes
Terrain includes gravel, pavement, boardwalk, soft sand, dirt and uneven ground, often navigated by flashlight after dark
Wildlife drives take place in high-profile 4x4 safari vehicles, often on rough dirt roads
Travelers must climb in and out of vehicles using balance and upper body strength
Travel between camps by small bush plane
Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs or walkers
Travelers using canes must be physically independent or travel with a companion who can assist them
Bush camps are located in remote areas without nearby medical facilities, and due to restrictions on night flying, emergency medical evacuation may not be possible until daylight hours
Daytime temps range from 60–105°F, depending on season and location
Overnight temps can drop below freezing, depending on season
Highest elevation reached is between 3,300 and 3,400 feet
