WHAT TO PACK FOR YOUR SAFARI

Going on an African safari and spotting some magical animals like lions, elephants, giraffe, hippo, zebras and so much more in their natural habitat, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Since it’s not something most people do very often, it’s also not the easiest trip to pack for. Lush African Safaris is here to assist you.

Before you start packing, learn the luggage requirements of your particular trip, which will determine how much you can bring. Even if you fly to South Africa on a major international airline, once you’re in the bush, you’ll travel from site to site on small aircrafts or transfer vehicles with limited space.

DON'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT THESE ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS:

- Passport

- Itinerary Travel

- Medical insurance

- Visas (if required)

- Vaccinations (if required)

- e-tickets

WHAT TO WEAR:

Muted coloured, lightweight clothing is best for game viewing. Game drives are generally conducted in the early morning and the late afternoon, which can be cold, especially in winter. The temperature often warms up during the day, so it is best to dress in layers.

- Clothes in khaki, green, beige or neutral colours

- T-shirts

- Shorts or a light skirt, Jeans or safari trousers for evenings

- Jackets

- Windbreaker and fleece

- Sweaters for early morning and late afternoon game drives

- A lightweight waterproof jacket in case of rain

- Swim and beachwear

- Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers

- Flip flops for around the pool

- Hat or baseball cap

- Warm scarf and beanie

MEDICATION and GENERAL:

It is advisable to keep your important medication in your hand luggage. Please don't forget your prescription medication

- Malaria tablets (if required for your area of travel)

- Anti-histamine tablets

- Anti-nausea tablets

- Hand sanitiser

- Cough drops, earache drops

- Basic medical kit (aspirin, band-aids, Imodium, antiseptic cream)

- Moisturiser and suntan lotion—SPF 20 or higher

- Insect repellent

- Tissues/Wet Wipes

- Toothpaste and toothbrush

- Hairbrush/comb

- Nail scissors/file/clipper/tweezers

- Small handheld / pocket torch

PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT:

Do not forget that you are on safari and will want to be able to capture all those magical moments, not just in your memory

- Specific plugs

- Camera Memory cards

- Batteries

- Chargers

- Binoculars

- Video camera

- Phone

- Laptop or Tablet