| An African safari can be one of the most | | | | a must. |
| rewarding holidays you can have; wild animals, | | | | - camera and binoculars... You are in mighty Africa. |
| jungle, sweeping plains and just plain old adventure. | | | | You're there to see wildlife in their natural |
| But if you are not properly prepared then it could | | | | environment. Have you packed your camera? It's |
| become your worst nightmare. | | | | also a good idea to pack a pair of binoculars. Most |
| Preparation for an african safari holiday is not | | | | tour operators can supply them but it's not |
| complicated. If you book through a reputable | | | | always guarenteed. I am happiest carrying my |
| travel agency then a lot of what you need to | | | | own pair! |
| know would be covered in their terms of service. | | | | - travel light... this seems to be the "catch cry" |
| However, in this article, I want to briefly highlight | | | | among many seasoned african safari trekkers. I |
| some things you may not be aware of. | | | | agree. One large bag or two mid sized bags |
| Kruger National Park | | | | should be sufficient. |
| Let's use the magnificent Kruger National Park as | | | | Is Malaria A Problem? |
| out destination point. Kruger is situated in southern | | | | This is a common question from first time african |
| Africa and covers and area spanning over 200 | | | | safari travellers and it is a difficult one to answer. |
| miles. It's a lot of park to cover in one trip. You | | | | Yes, malaria is a risk but it gets down to being |
| are obviously excited about the trip but just to | | | | properly educated about the risk. Anti-malaria |
| make sure you have everything covered, here is | | | | medication should be on your "to take" list but |
| a checklist of some of the things you may have | | | | don't dwell too much on it. |
| overlooked. | | | | Insect repellant is a must have. Many a foreign |
| A Simple Checklist! | | | | traveller has forgotten this essential requirement |
| - comfortable shoes and sandals... Believe it or not, | | | | of a holiday in the wilds of Africa and "paid the |
| you'll more than likely be doing a lot of hiking. | | | | price." |
| Make sure your footwear is appropriate. | | | | It's a simple checklist of things to take on safari in |
| - clothing... You'll need cool clothing during the day | | | | Africa but if you follow some of the above |
| but the trap unsuspecting african safari first | | | | guidance, then you will go a long way to enjoying |
| timers fall into is thinking the nights are warm. | | | | your holiday even more. It's also a good idea to |
| You'll need both long pants and a warm jacket. | | | | go over such a checklist with your travel agent. |
| - sunglasses and lotion...Makes sense. The hot | | | | It's an even better idea to request references |
| African sun can be merciless. A wide brimmed | | | | from your tour operator from previous satisfied |
| hat, correct suntan lotion and good sunglasses are | | | | african safari seekers! |