| Preparation is a key element in enjoying an | | | | 3. What will the weather be like where you are |
| African safari vacation. Bad preparation before | | | | heading too? If you hate wet weather then avoid |
| traveling to a foreign continent can cost you in | | | | taking your trip during the wet season. |
| more ways than one! | | | | 4. The weather will have a big bearing on the |
| Let's face it, not many people will get the | | | | type of clothing you are taking. Too many times |
| opportunity to experience the adventure and | | | | on an African safari vacation people over pack. |
| exhileration of mighty Africa so why risk | | | | Dragging heavy luggage around on a mobile trip |
| problems without some preparation. | | | | like a safari is sheer lunacy. |
| African Safari Preparation | | | | The tip is to travel light and if you are not quite |
| What preparation am I talking about? Well, the | | | | sure, refer back to your initial guide...your travel |
| basics. | | | | agent. Light clothing is key but also pack a |
| It may seem trivial at first but everything from | | | | sweater and be sensible about the type of shoes |
| clothing to personal care to seeing your doctor | | | | you take. Walking shoes are key. |
| before you embark on your adventure of a | | | | 5. Personal care items are another vital aspect of |
| lifetime will make a huge difference on whether | | | | an African safari vacation. No, not your |
| your memories of your African safari trip will be | | | | aftershave or perfume but skin protection items |
| memorable or forgettable. | | | | such as sunburn cream and lip balm. |
| Let's take a look at some of the essential | | | | 6. Medical items such as medication can be tricky. |
| preparation you need to take care of before you | | | | If you are on medication you need to make sure |
| leave. | | | | you have ample supply but the "catch 22" |
| 1. Your travel agent is the first guide who will be | | | | situation is you need to check with your travel |
| appointed on your trip. He/she is very important. | | | | agent as to what type of medication you can |
| Sit down with them and make a checklist of | | | | actually take with you to another country. |
| items you need. | | | | 7. Have a medical check up before you leave. This |
| 2. Check the "lay of the land." Vitally important! | | | | is extremely important. The last thing you need is |
| Whether you are traveling solo or with a group, | | | | to become ill in the middle of Africa. This could put |
| do a little homework on where you are traveling | | | | you in a very awkward situation. |
| too. Get a feel for some of the local customs and | | | | 8. Make sure your immigration papers are all up to |
| laws. | | | | date. How's your passport? Have you updated it? |