Frequently asked questions about Boat rides : Boat rides are some of the most top up activities done on safaris. this is because most wildlife habitats also have water bodies within the habitat. But even when these boat rides are popular, travellers or tourists also ask a number of questions about these rides and in this article we want to answer some of the frequently asked questions about boat rides.
What are boat rides?
Boat rides are safari experiences or activities where you get in a boat for a ride on the water body to enjoy the fresh breeze of the water body as you view the flora and the fauna in the game habitat.
Where are boat rides done?
Boat rides are done in most game parks in East Africa including Akagera National park in Rwanda, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchsion falls national park and lake mburo national park in Uganda, couple of other parks in Kenya and Tanzania.
When do you have a boat ride?
Boat rides are done all year round, from January to December. The are done any time of the day, morning, mid morning afternoon and evening. but to determine which time is the ultimate best, that comes down to the specific place you are having your safari in.
What do I need for a boat ride?
You need yourself, proof of booking and payment, wear comfy clothes and jump on the boat. While on the boat you are given life jackets to have on while on your boat ride.
what are the guidelines for going on a boat ride?
The guidelines are quite different for every park, but the basic is to stay within the safe zones of the boat and to follow the instructions of the captian as you are on the boat ride.
Are boat ride fees part of the park fees?
No! Boat ride fees are paid separately not as part of the park or safari fees.
Do I need to know swimming to go for a boat ride?
It helps if you know swimming when your taking on a boat ride, but its not a requirement. Because on a boat ride you basically in the boay the whole time you are on water.
Are children allowed on boat rides?
For Children below 12, its not ideal for them to be on boat rides. That said each game park has different consideration for the ages allowed on boat rides.
Do boat rides take the whole day?
No, they dont. They just take a couple of hours of the day.
how many boat rides can one have on a safari?
As many as you want or are able to have, there’s no limit to boat rides. However Know the the different number of times you have the boat ride also have a financial implication. Plus if you are a person who gets sea sick be mindful how many times you are on these boat rides.
Then most cases the boat rides go through the same route, whihc means you will be seeing literally the same sights.
what do you see on a boat ride?
On a boat ride you get to see water animals, sight land animals from the on water angle and then enjoy the surrounding flora of the water body plus the beautiful views of the place.
can I have a celebration like a party on a boat ride?
Yes, you can absolutely have you party celebration on a boat ride. You need to however consult with the park adminstration, they can even help you organise the party.
These are some of the common questions about the boat rides and we advise, if you have more questions about the boat rides you an always ask your tour consult and the park adminstration for more information.
