ovenbird43
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I'm tentatively planning a 2-3 week trip to South Africa next August- I will do 3 weeks if money and time allow, both of which are up in the air at the moment. It will be my first visit to the continent so virtually everything will be new. I'm hoping to do about a week in Kruger and a week around Cape Town, including a pelagic trip. I just got Cohen et al's book "South African Birdfinder" in the mail yesterday, and perusing its contents has renewed my determination to pull this trip together, even if I have to max out my credit card (which I rarely even use!).
My main question at this point is when do I need to take the plunge and start booking- especially for sites in Kruger, I expect reservations should be made far in advance? I'm planning using the more basic accommodations, such as the huts or camp sites. I also would love some advice on any cheap options for airfare, car rental, etc., or must-see places in Kruger and around Cape Town- since all the birds will be new, it's a little hard to prioritize! One particular species that I do plan on targeting though is Cape Rockjumper.
Also, would I need an international driver's license, or will a US driver's license suffice?
Thanks!
My main question at this point is when do I need to take the plunge and start booking- especially for sites in Kruger, I expect reservations should be made far in advance? I'm planning using the more basic accommodations, such as the huts or camp sites. I also would love some advice on any cheap options for airfare, car rental, etc., or must-see places in Kruger and around Cape Town- since all the birds will be new, it's a little hard to prioritize! One particular species that I do plan on targeting though is Cape Rockjumper.
Also, would I need an international driver's license, or will a US driver's license suffice?
Thanks!