Game drive is one of the major tourist activities that people engage in on their safari to Africa more in Uganda and Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). However, with the outbreak of the deadly mpox. Formerly monkey pox in two of these countries in form of Rwanda and DRC. We need to take the precaution to ensure that you stay safe and free from this infection while on your safari in these top Africa’s destination.
The African safari is likely to take you through different countries like Uganda, Rwanda, DRC, Kenya and Tanzania. This means you are likely to pass through one of the countries that has been declared to be containing Mpox. This is what you need to do ensure your safety while on safari.
Vaccinate before coming to Africa
Smallpox vaccine has been approved by CDC and WHO to be effective even for the vaccination of mpox (monkey pox). Ensure that you get vaccinated twice especially for the people with a poor immune system, pregnant women and children who are regarded to be of a severe risk of being affected by the mpox. Vaccination will guarantee your safety while your African safari. For the people with no preexisting condition, you are less likely to be heavily affected by the virus. The symptoms are likely to be mild for people with strong immune system even without being vaccinated.
Wear face mask and graves
The transmission of mpox is through skin contacts. Therefore, wearing a face mask and graves will minimise your skin contact with other people like the guide and your contact with the wild animals. You also cover all the body parts to minimise the skin exposure to the animal and other people. By doing that your exposure to monkey pox will be minimised
Not eat half cooked meat
If your meal contains meat, make sure that the meat is properly cooked to ensure that in case the meat contained the mpox virus, it is killed before you start eating that meat. Where possible try avoiding eating meat until when these countries will be declared mpox free by world health organisation
Always wash your hands
While on your African safari, to ensure that you stay safe and free from mpox. Make sure you wash your hands with soap or sanitiser whenever you touch on any thing or anyone. It has been proven that soap or sanitiser kills the virus. Therefore, washing your hand will keep you safe from contacting this deadly virus.
Not have random sex or kissing with the stranger
It is a common tendency of travellers to explore the sex life of African people. It is another adventure that can b added to your bucket list. However, during this testing time, you can try avoiding having random sex as it may increase your chance of being infected by the mpox, in case you can’t forego, try to leave your body covered and use condom to avoid getting exposed to this deadly disease.
Avoid handshake and hugging
One of the common traits in most of African cultures is hugging and handshake. However, during this trying season of mpox try to avoid these two acts as thy will bring you in direct contact with other people which will expose to the disease since it is a contact disease. Keep a safe distance from the strangers that you are likely to encounter on your safari as game drive is likely to bring you close to different strangers.
Not over congest the car
Africans tend to overload their normally. However, due to the risk associated with overloading the car. Try to arrange with your guide to ensure that there is enough space within the car to avoid close contact. During this time, try to avoid using public transport mean as that will expose you more.
Conclusion
Even in the face of mpox, the game drive to different park like queen Elizabeth National Park and Akagera national park is still considered safe. You will only need to o pay attention to the marginal guideline that have been put in place to ensure that you stay safely and go back safely.
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