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What to bring


What to bring can very from place to place but as a general rule the following list will cover most eventualities.

  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Moisturiser
  • Strong insect repellent (good supply of roll on or spray with Deet base)
  • Anti-Histamine cream and tablets
  • Any personal medication
  • Three sets of cotton safari clothes in bush colours i.e green, brown dark khaki; avoid white and bright colours.
  • Two sets of lightweight cotton evening wear long sleeves and long trousers will minimise insect bites
  • Warm fleece
  • Warm lightweight jacket for early morning game drives and cooler winter evenings
  • Sports bra for ladies will reduce discomfort on bumpy roads
  • Good pair of lightweight walking boots if on a walking safari otherwise a pair of thick soled trainers will suffice
  • One pair of binoculars per person (Best you can get)
  • One torch per person with long life batteries
  • Camera Equipment including 200/300 mm Telephoto lens and lots of fast film and flash film. Digital cameras are particularly good for taking lots of photos
  • Cleaning equipment for cameras and binoculars and a dust proof bag to carry them
  • U.S dollars cash (bring smaller denomination notes) are the most readily exchangeable form of currency; credit cards are accepted in most camps

Special Note:

As transfers will be in small aircraft with a baggage capacity which may vary between 12 and 20 kgs, it is essential to pack all you safari equipment and clothes in a soft lightweight bag.

Clients who are going on to other destinations on a combination holiday may be able to arrange for a suitcase to be left at our agents offices or the airport while on safari.

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