FAQs

Extra Information

Who Tours with us

Whether you're traveling alone, with your family, or creating unforgettable memories with your closest friends, a small group tour is an excellent option for a unique, customized travel experience. Please do inform us if you would prefer a private tour (additional rates may apply).

With daily/weekly departures, Footprints in Africa, together with its service providers, provides reasonably priced small group tours and transportation services, catering to groups of 2 to 10 people per vehicle. Private groups larger than 10 traveller’s welcome.

Our Rates

Tour rates may be negotiable depending on the tour and the time of year. It’s always worth asking if discounts or special rates are available, especially if you are booking a larger group or multiple tours.

Pre/Post Travel arrangements

If you need any accommodation or tours before or after your trip, please let us know when you make your booking. We can suggest some great places to stay and things to do in Johannesburg and Pretoria. To ensure a stress-free experience, we recommend arriving at least one day before your tour begins and making any onward travel arrangements for the day after the tour ends.

Please note

If you plan to fly out of OR Tambo International Airport on the last day of your travels, we suggest reserving a domestic flight that departs no earlier than 19h30 and an international flight that departs no earlier than 21h00. We will not be responsible for any delays or additional travel costs associated with onward arrangements made on the day the tour ends.

Collection / Drop off

We offer guests the convenience of being collected and/or dropped off from most Hotels or Addresses within Johannesburg, Pretoria city limits and in the vicinity of OR Tambo International Airport.

• Collection times will be provided upon booking
• Drop off times vary per itinerary

Passport and Visas

• Before embarking on any international travel, it's important to ensure that you have all the necessary documentation in order. We highly recommend that your passport should be valid for at least six months from the date of your exit flight and that you have at least two blank pages per country you intend to visit.
• VISAS!!! It's important to note that if you are denied entry to a country for any reason, all additional costs or transportation to re-join the tour will be at your own expense. By taking these precautions, you can help ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.
• Additionally, certain border posts still require a printed-out Covid certificate with a QR code, so be sure to have this on hand when traveling.

Meals and Activities on Tour

Each Itinerary has its own meal plan and highlights/activities that are included, it’s important to read the itinerary carefully to see which are included or if they are for your own cost. Ask us for details should you not understand what’s included in the price.

After Hours Emergency Contact

We have an emergency number that is available after hours to receive calls in case of emergencies. We kindly request that you respect the purpose of this number and use it only in urgent situations. Examples of emergencies that warrant a call include situations such as missing your incoming flight, not being able to locate your guide on the morning of departure, or running late for your tour departure.

In case of an emergency, please call +27 83 302 1976. You can also reach us via WhatsApp.