Things to Bring When You're on an African Safari Trip

Safari Clothing - The clothes you bring on a tripa Safari. Therefore you will most probably
are important because you want to be bothencounter mosquitoes so it is better to bring
comfortable and protected. In the wilds of Africa,strong mosquito repellent containing DEET with
a long sleeve shirt is a must to bring to protectyou. Be sure to spray your clothes and exposed
you from annoying mosquito bites and to keepskin. Avoid also using perfume, hairspray, and
you from the hot sun as well. You'll need longother scented products because they may
trousers too for the same reasons. Avoid alsoattract mosquitoes. Remember to also pack
bright colored clothing because it can attractsunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
animals. For that reason, most safari clothing youPolarized Sunglasses - Bring polarized sunglasses
will find come in khaki, tan, and light brown. Neutralwith good quality to protect you from the strong,
colors are also effective in keeping you coolerbright sun.
during warm days.Good Walking Shoes - Bring comfortable shoes
Back Pack - When you pack for your Africanthat fit you well. Pack good quality socks too.
travel, you have to carry your back pack notThese can help you walk and roam around the
more than 25 pounds since you will be lugging itplace easy.
around from camp to camp. Make sure that theSun Hat - Bring a quality hat with a good brim to
straps of your pack fit you comfortably. Thus itcover your face and ears.
is also better to talk to your travel specialist ofCamera - Capture the wonderful sceneries and as
how many things will you be bringing because youwell as rare animals that you see on the African
may only need a few days of clothing supplytravel. Make sure to bring also extra batteries.
since many of the camps and lodges have laundryOther things that you can bring are: Personal
facilities.toiletries, binoculars, basic medical supplies, tissues,
Sun and Mosquito Protection - You have to keepwaterproof bags for camera and electronic
in mind that you are not going to a beach, but todevices.