Tier System & Rewards

TIER SYSTEM & REWARDS

The Pafuri Birding Challenge recognises verified species totals with tiered rewards, named for species that reflect the spirit of the region: rare, elusive, or iconic.

TIERS

Tier 1: Böhm’s Spinetail

150+

RETURN Africa cap or water bottle

Tier 2: Three-banded Courser

225+

RETURN Africa fleece jumper or branded clothing item

Tier 3: Racket-tailed Roller

300+

Two nights for two people at RETURN Africa – Pafuri Camp. Valid for 365 days from date of achievement.

Spot: Pel’s Fishing Owl


Annual Leader

50% off accommodation for two at RETURN Africa – Pafuri Camp. Awarded to the highest verified total each challenge year.

REWARD NOTES

  • Taxes, levies, and any additional charges are the responsibility of the reward recipient.
  • Rewards are issued only after RETURN Africa has verified both the species total and the qualifying stay. Verification may take up to 14 days from submission.
  • Physical rewards may be collected at camp or delivered within South Africa. Delivery fees may apply.
  • Accommodation rewards are valid for a single booking, to be completed within 365 days of issuance. All bookings are subject to availability and blackout dates.


JOIN THE CHALLENGE

    Participation Details
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    Alias (if required):
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    Contact Number:

    Country of Residence:
    Lodge:
    Arrival Date:


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    Alias - refers to the name you would like to be displayed on the Pafuri Birding Challenge BirdLasser account.
    BirdLasser Email - refers to the email you use for your BirdLasser account.


    READY TO FOLLOW THE CALL?

    Plan a Journey

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    Booking terms
    • All quotations/provisional bookings are valid for 14 days.
    • A 20% deposit is required to secure the booking (unless otherwise stated).
    • The balance is payable 60 days prior to arrival.
    • No-shows will not be refunded.
    • Check-in is strictly from 14:00 unless by prior arrangement.
    • Please advise arrival time of guests.
    Payment
    • Cash deposit payments must be pre-arranged with head office and carry a 3% surcharge on the total invoice.
    • Forex (international money transfer): bank fees are the responsibility of the travelling guest — should this not occur, RETURN Africa reserves the right to bill a 3% surcharge on the total invoice.
    • Should a refund need to be made on a forex or credit card payment to an international account, RETURN Africa will not be held liable for any exchange rate fluctuations.
    • Regret no cheques accepted.
    • When receiving an invoice from RETURN Africa, please ensure it comes from one of our official reservations email addresses: reservations@returnafrica.com.
    Cancellations
    • Cancellations must be received and acknowledged by RETURN Africa in writing.
    • Cancellations of bookings for which no "commitment fee" has been paid will carry no cancellation fees.
    • Cancellations of bookings (for any reason other than a WHO pandemic advisory that directly impacts the booking) for which a commitment fee or full payment has been received will incur the following cancellation fees:
    • If cancelled between confirmation and 61 days prior to arrival, the 20% commitment fee is forfeited.
    • If cancelled 60 days or less prior to arrival, the full reservation value is forfeited.
    • All cancelled bookings that qualify for a refund will be refunded less a 5% handling fee.
    South African Resident Rates#
    • Proof of residency will be requested at check-in. If residency cannot be confirmed, international rates will apply.
    View full terms & conditions

    Extras & Add-Ons

    Enhance your stay. Selections are sent to our reservations team to arrange alongside your booking.

    Or Enquire now:

    RETURN to what matters
    RETURN Africa
    Central Reservations

    +27 (0) 11 646 1391
    reservations@returnafrica.com

    Pafuri Collection

    +27 (0) 11 646 1391
    reservations@returnafrica.com

    Cape Collection

    Welgelegen House
    +27 (0) 21 426 2373
    reservations@welgelegen.co.za

    An African Story
    +27 (0) 11 646 1391
reservations@anafricanstory.co.za

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