Safety First
Every Tour Begins with a Comprehensive Briefing
At Beetsha Plains Camp, your safety is our highest priority. Every safari begins with a comprehensive safety briefing before any activity takes place. This ensures you feel confident, informed, and ready to enjoy the wilderness.
When the Safety Briefing Happens
On Arrival at Camp
Before your first activity.
Before Walking Safaris
A specific walking briefing is given.
Before Boat or Mokoro Safaris
Water safety briefing.
Before Night Drives
Night-driving safety and etiquette.
Refresher Briefings
As needed throughout the safari.
What the Safety Briefing Covers
1. Wildlife Safety
- How to behave around elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles.
- Why you must never run.
- How to move in a group.
- What to do if wildlife approaches camp.
- Respecting animal space and behaviour.
2. Walking Safari Rules
- Always follow your guide.
- Walk in single file unless instructed otherwise.
- No talking unless asked.
- Never stray from the group.
- What to do if you encounter dangerous game.
3. Game Drive Safety
- Stay seated in the vehicle.
- Keep arms and legs inside.
- No standing unless permitted.
- Follow guide instructions at all times.
- Vehicle radio communication procedures.
4. Boat & Mokoro Safety
- Life jackets provided where required.
- Sitting positions and balance.
- No standing in small boats.
- Hippo and crocodile awareness.
- Weather and water conditions.
5. Camp Safety
- Tent zips and night movement.
- Use of torches at night.
- Campfire rules.
- Emergency meeting point.
- Fire extinguisher locations.
6. Emergency Procedures
- Communication via radio, satellite phone, or mobile network.
- First-aid kits in camp and vehicles.
- Evacuation plan and nearest medical facilities.
- Emergency contacts.
- Guide training in wilderness first aid.
7. Health & Hygiene
- Drinking water safety.
- Hand hygiene.
- Sun protection.
- Malaria precautions – consult your doctor.
- Personal medication.
Safety Equipment
- First-aid kits in camp and vehicles.
- Fire extinguishers.
- 24/7 communication.
- Vehicle recovery equipment.
- Life jackets for boat activities.
- Emergency evacuation plan.