Packing for this safari trip took a lot more planning and thinking about what I wanted to pack. This in conjunction with what I packed for my cruise so a lot of different types of clothes.
I LOVE packing cubes! I like to pack similar items each in their own cube. This keeps everything so organized and easy to find.
Don’t bring your favorite clothing items. They will be washed by people at the camps, so if you really care about the way something needs to be washed or dried, don’t bring it.
You won’t need to dress up! We stayed at nice places, but no one ever wore dresses/skirts, so they aren’t necessary to pack.
Clothing
- Lightweight clothing: Wear neutral colors like khaki, tan, light brown, and green. Bright colors can make you more visible to wildlife.
- Long-sleeve layers: Bring a chambray button-down or long-sleeve jersey to keep warm in the mornings and evenings.
- Comfortable shoes: Pack comfortable walking shoes for exploring and sandals for the pool.
Accessories
- Binoculars: A good pair of binoculars with at least 8x magnification is essential for viewing wildlife.
- Camera: Bring a camera to take photos.
- Sunglasses: Look for sunglasses with UV protection and polarized lenses to reduce glare.
- Flashlight: Bring a small, powerful LED flashlight or compact headlamp.
Other items
- Charger and cables: Bring the correct chargers and cables for your devices.
- Batteries or solar charger: Bring batteries or a solar charger for your camera and other devices.
- Wristwatch: Bring a cheap, functional wristwatch with an alarm.
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