FAQ’s

What makes up the structure?

FSC Certified pressure treated wooden frame, Force 11 rated, Steel brackets, rachets, lashing straps, treated wooden base and ground stakes, inner Canvas and PVC Roof.  Wildlife friendly with minimal impact on environment in square meter contact with the floor as the structure sits above the ground. No ground works necessary and no guy ropes. Most of our lodges also fit on a standard pitch. Wood kiln dried sawn treated timber is the decking on the veranda.

Tell me about the Canvas

Polycotton Canvas, Fire retardant, Long Lifespan, High Tensile and Tear strengths, Breathable, Grade 6 Colour Fastness, Treated against mould.  The canvas is also protected by the PVC roof overhang which also helps protect from the elements.

How long do the Safari Tents last/are they Guaranteed?

4 Year Warranty for the PVC Roof, Inner Tent 2-year Warranty and 7 years looking great

How are they fixed to the base?

Mounted on Steel brackets attached to the side of the deck

How strong is the Canvas? 

They have a Beaufort wind scale of 10 (Storm) Withstand force 11 wind.

What is the roof made from?

PVC, fully waterproof, UV Treated, Fire Retardant

What colour can the Canvas be? 

Beige, Dark Green, Brown, or Grey. 

Do I need planning?

Yes, What type of planning? Depending on type of land, change of use may be required, we recommend speaking to your local planning department we are able to assist with experts who can assist with planning if needed.

Can the safari tents be heated?

Yes, we offer wood fired stoves, you can also install underfloor heating and infra-red heating panels.

Can they be used all year round?

Yes, they are a permanent structure

What would be my ROI?

Usually, we expect ROI over a maximum of 1.5 seasons based on full capacity

How are they furnished?

We offer full interior furniture packs that are robust and look amazing

How do I build it/ who installs it?

We have a specialist team who will install the safari tent for you, or you can choose to self-build with the option of purchasing our technical support package

How much would my investment be?

This really depends on your choice of Safari tent and how glamourous you create the interior

How long do they take to build?

Depending on the specification, weather and location 2-5 days

What surface can they be built on? 

The base is mounted on legs so they can be built on nearly any type of surface, most popular surfaces are fields and hard standing with no ground works required

Do they have windows? Or Doors?

External doors and windows are material either mesh or plastic, rollup or zips. Additional options are to have external bifold doors.  Internal doors, sliding doors can be created with the additional wall packs, or canvas zip doors. All tents have fire escape windows.

Do they/can they have electricity and plumbing?

Yes, we can provide Plumbing & Electrical Installation

How do I order one?

Call, email, visit us at our display ground or we offer a complementary site visit, we will arrange the rest

Delivery lead times?  

6-12 weeks for a standard fit

What maintenance is needed for the tents?

We recommend our 6 monthly maintenance packages, so we do it all for you, the tents are designed as a permanent structure

How about Repairs? I.e., Zips

We work with Fabric Works.co.uk who are a specialist company who support with repairs

What should I consider when siting the tent?

We provide professional on-site guidance with the most suitable locations for your Safari Tent, taking into consideration for example prevailing winds, ground surface, gradient, water table,

Can I have the tent on a slope?  

Yes, we will create an elevation package for you to assist

What should I expect for delivery of my safari tent?

Specialist transport of your Safari Tent to your chosen site, it is the client’s responsibility to offload from the lorry & store until install is completed, delivery updates are provided by us throughout the process.

What is the payment process?

We require 50% Deposit on confirmation of order, and the remaining 50% 7 days before delivery. There are companies that offer finance, and an example can be found on our website.