All passports must be valid at least 6 months beyond the date of intended stay, and some countries also require there to be a minimum number of blank pages. Please note that all children now require their own passport.

Visa requirements change very frequently so please check with us for the very latest information. Should a visa need to be obtained in advance of travel we can recommend the services of a visa company. Please note that postal applications to certain embassies can take up-to 4 weeks so early application is advisable.

The exact choice of vaccines required depends on many individual factors as well as the precise travel plans. The vaccines most commonly recommended to travellers include tetanus, typhoid, meningitis, polio, yellow fever, rabies and hepatitis A. In addition, malaria is a serious disease spread by mosquitoes, with prevention consisting of taking anti-malarial medication. Every traveller should seek advice from a qualified doctor or practitioner prior to travel and the use of insect repellent locally is also advisable.

The standard luggage allowance in economy class is between 20-23kgs, with hand baggage allowance varying by airline. Additional allowances are offered for those travelling in premium classes, but please note some light aircraft flights, restrict baggage to 12-15kg, (preferably packed in a soft bag), plus a reasonable amount of camera equipment.

Please show respect for local inhabitants and the environment. Try not to demean, insult or patronise and always ask permission before photographing people or property. Take nothing away but memories and photographs, and leave nothing but footprints!