LET US TAKE YOU ON AN ADVENTURE
THE SAFARI RALLY
THE SPIRIT OF THE RALLY
- The Safari Rally is a celebration of Zimbabweans adventurous spirit! It is NOT A RACE… however it is a challenge!
- The Safari Rally is a celebration of Zimbabweans adventurous spirit! It is NOT A RACE… however it is a challenge!
- This is an open event, everyone is welcome and anyone can enter the Safari Rally. Regrettably no children U16 years of age.
- An all inclusive environment with people partaking in an epic adventure!
- ZERO tolerance for law breaking and aggressive behaviour towards fellow participants, staff, wildlife or law enforcement officers.
RULES OF THE SAFARI RALLY
- Any 2 wheel drive vehicle is permitted and must be older than 12 years old (The older the better)
- Any 4WD vehicle entered must be older than the year 1990 (The older the better)
- Maximum vehicle weight 5 tonnoes
Each of the above vehicle categories is to strictly stay on their allowed 2WD/4WD routes - Number of persons entering cannot exceed legal seating capacity of entered vehicle
- All the vehicles entered must be legal & road worthy (licenced, insured, number plates, safety belts) in accordance with the Zimbabwe Road Act/Law
- All vehicles must have a spare tyre, first aid kits, a two rope/chain, & 10 litres of fresh water on board
- All vehicles must display their rally number at all times
- Vehicle customization, whilst not a requirement, is entirely welcome, as are vehicle modifications (spice it up and theme your car!)
- Open air vehicles permitted. However within Hwange National Park, whilst seated in said vehicle, door sides need to cover/ be closed in up to shoulder height. A covering such as a canvas side is legally sufficient.
OUR RALLY MAP
You will receive a Rally Map Kit and Info Pack and the choice of route you choose daily will be up to you. Every day they will be a choice of 3 routes to the same destination, e.g. back roads, railway line roads, dirt roads, strip roads, and main roads. You will choose the level of difficulty with your team and get to the next point for that evenings dinner and drinks. Our personal recommendation is that you bring along a good navigator!
ITINERARY FOR THE
SAFARI RALLY 2022
- Black Tie Cocktail Party, meet and greet – Bulawayo Club
- Bulawayo to Hwange Main Camp. Choose your route and depart in your own time. (Observing any Govt legislated lockdown times) Dinner will be held at Hwange Safari Lodge..
- Hwange Main Camp to Robins Camp/allocated lodge. As per the previous day, departure in your own time and your route of choice.
- Robins Camp/allocated lodge to Victoria Falls. As per the previous day, departure in your own time and your route of choice. We will end the day with a mid-afternoon Sundowner Cruise on The Zambezi River and then a final dinner send-off in Victoria Falls!
- Victoria Falls – home/your choice of onward destination.
ITINERARY FOR THE
SAFARI RALLY 2022
- Black Tie Cocktail Party, meet and greet – Bulawayo Club
- Bulawayo to Hwange Main Camp. Choose your route and depart in your own time. (Observing any Govt legislated lockdown times) Dinner will be held at Hwange Safari Lodge..
- Hwange Main Camp to Robins Camp/allocated lodge. As per the previous day, departure in your own time and your route of choice.
- Robins Camp/allocated lodge to Victoria Falls. As per the previous day, departure in your own time and your route of choice. We will end the day with a mid-afternoon Sundowner Cruise on The Zambezi River and then a final dinner send-off in Victoria Falls!
- Victoria Falls – home/your choice of onward destination.
RALLY TICKETS
All ticket and accommodation bookings (except camping) will be handled by Bernie at Taylors Africa Safaris. (Fully Registered and Licensed Zimbabwean Safari Operator) info@taylorsafrica.com
Each person entering the rally will need to buy a ticket. The rally ticket price is USD $250 per person.
Included in this fee are:
- Cocktail Party at The Bulawayo Club
- Maps and info packs, cap and event wristbands
- Mechanic support team throughout the duration of the event
- Medical support staff throughout the duration of the event. (Standby ACE Air and Ambulance crew)
- Sundowner Cruise on the Zambezi River in Victoria Falls
- Final Dinner in Victoria Falls
Donation to Friends of Hwange Wildlife Trust
SUPPORT / OBSERVER
Supporters/observers, family, and friends that would like to be part of this fun adventure are welcome too! (eg to carry any extra supplies/ gear). They may follow or accompany you in any vehicle of choice, including 4x4s. Stated Rally entry fee tickets and accommodation fees apply per person.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Together with your Rally ticket please choose one of the following options:
Option 1 USD$600 per person:
- Includes 1-night of accommodation in Bulawayo, 2 nights at selected lodges in Hwange, and 1 night in Victoria Falls.
- Dinner, Bed, Breakfast & packed lunches are included on all 4 days.
- Drinks for your account. Parks fees are excluded.Option 2 Camping:
Option 2 Camping
- To be booked directly by the guest.
- (Guest to arrange directly Self Catering, logistics/equipment, and Parks Fees)
HOW FRIENDS OF HWANGE BENEFITTED FROM THE SAFARI RALLY 2021
SAFARI RALLY 2021 REPORT
The Safari Rally 2021, founded and organised by Taylors Africa Safaris, was a huge success all around. Friends of Hwange Trust was chosen as the beneficiary. The total amount raised from donations was just short of USD 20 000.
REGISTRATION
Please FULLY complete the separate registration form and return it to Bernie on info@taylorsafrica.com
The Zimbabwe safari rally is limited to 250 participants and that those that have taken part in the Zimbabwe safari rally the year before are offered first right of refusal and thereafter we work off a waiting list system
Covid -19 precautions will be strictly adhered to, as per Government regulations.
Throughout the lockdown tourism facilities and National Parks häve beèn granted permission to remain open for business as usual.