Kwandwe Private Game Reserve

Malaria & Safety

Expert

Philip is author of the Rough Guide to Game Parks of South Africa.

Safety

In our opinion, there are no safety concerns when traveling in Kwandwe Game Reserve. Like all parks and reserves in South Africa, Kwandwe is virtually a crime-free zone. There is some crime in South Africa’s towns and cities, so normal precautions should be taken when visiting urban centers during your trip (see ‘Cities & Other Urban Areas: Safety Precautions’ below). The vast majority of travelers don’t have any incidents during their visit.

For up-to-date information about safety in South Africa in general, it’s worth checking the government travel advisories (see the ‘Safety & Security – South Africa’ link below).

Malaria-Free & Vaccinations

It isn’t necessary to take antimalarials if you are visiting Kwandwe since it is located outside of the areas where malaria is present. However, antimalarials are advisable if you intend to visit the Kruger Park area during the wet summer months from November to April. When visiting South Africa, in general, it is recommended to have several vaccinations prior to travel. Consult your nearest travel clinic.

Malaria & Vaccinations – South Africa

Wildlife Viewing

Wildlife viewing is very safe in Kwandwe. Your guide will take care of your safety at all times; all you need to do is follow their instructions. Also, take note of the ‘Wildlife Viewing Safety Precautions’ below.