This guidebook is your companion for the 2026 Journey of Water. Inside, you’ll find details on where we are, what we’re doing, and what you’ll need to bring along. It’s also packed with useful information about South Africa—plus important dos and don’ts to help you make the most of your experience.

This internal booklet, produced by Reckitt and WWF, is designed to support you with training, fundraising, and understanding why the 2026 Journey of Water is vital to the strategic security of water in South Africa—and how your participation in this adventure will contribute to achieving this ambitious goal.

This button is vital—without it, you simply won’t be able to join us. Inside, you’ll find document upload tabs as well as forms to download, sign, and re-upload. Remember, this form is the only way to guarantee your place on the journey, and it must be completed by October 2025.

This button is vital—without it, we won’t know where to collect you, and you will not be insured to travel with us. We must have your flight booking information no later than the end of January 2026 to ensure the project’s success. The sooner you submit it, the better.

This quick link takes you to the master packing list, giving you a clear idea of what to bring for the trip. Remember—whatever you pack, you must carry yourself. This is an adventurous activity, and we want you to enjoy every moment to the fullest.

This is just a rough draft of the menu. The final version will be uploaded in January 2026, once we have factored in all dietary requirements, allergies, accommodation details, and the remote logistics of the Journey. Don’t worry—South Africa is world-famous for its food, and we won’t let our nation or you down.

We know you’re traveling from all over the world and may want to extend your stay for a few days after the Journey of Water—but might be unsure what to do or where to go. While there are many options available, we’ve simplified things by offering two optional extras for you to choose from.

Please note, we are not responsible for international flight bookings, but we can advise you on the best days to schedule your return flights so you can add these adventures to your stay.

As mentioned before, we are not visa agents, and with the current state of global affairs, requirements can change at the drop of a hat (or tweet). For your convenience, we have listed two reliable sources of information for you to consult. We also strongly advise you to check directly with your embassy or consulate to get the most up-to-date information.

Please note, we are not responsible for any visa-related issues or requirements.

There are often questions about vaccinations, health concerns, and travel restrictions related to chronic medication and illnesses. While we can accommodate you once you are part of the group, we are not medical professionals and cannot provide advice on medications or vaccinations.

Please refer to the links below as examples of trusted sources for this information. We strongly recommend you seek professional medical advice and visit a travel clinic if one is available in your country.

This is a link to a simple currency conversion website. Sometimes it’s easier to use an app or website than to do conversions in your head. Please remember that even though the rate might show, for example, 1:23 on any given day, you also need to factor in currency conversion fees and banking charges from your country of origin and your bank. The actual amount you receive could be different from the listed rate.

Below, we’ve linked the most accurate weather app for South Africa, featuring the two main locations where this Journey will take place. Feel free to use any platform you prefer, but as a team, this is one of the many trusted apps we rely on worldwide—from the sub-Antarctic islands to the savannahs of Africa and the glaciers of Patagonia. It’s our go-to platform for quick and accurate weather updates.

“Where can I plug my phone in?” — possibly the modern-day equivalent of “Are we there yet?” on any family holiday or road trip. Maybe not so much on an expedition, but yes, we’ve got you covered.

The link below will take you to a page with information about the types of plugs you may need. We strongly recommend ordering them on Amazon and bringing them with you, as they can be hard to find in South Africa.