The end of the year is upon us and for those of us going on holiday it’s time to start planning and organising. If you are lucky enough to be going on an African safari we’ve put together the perfect packing list to help you out.
“There is something about a safari life that makes you forget all your sorrows and feel as if you had drunk half a bottle of champagne bubbling over with heartfelt gratitude for being alive.” Karen Blixen
Every person has a right to this feeling and should go on safari at least once… Here’s what you should pack:
ICONIC AFRICA’S EXTRA SPECIAL SAFARI PACKING LIST
THE BASICS
Trousers (neutral colours)
Shorts (neutral colours)
T-shirts (neutral colours)
Long sleeved t-shirt or turtleneck (neutral colours)
Short sleeved shirts or blouses (neutral colours)
Long sleeved shirt or blouse (neutral colours)
Cardigan/pullover
Scarf/Pashmina
Shoes (closed walking and sandals)
One outfit of “smart casual” evening attire
Swimsuit
Underwear
Socks
Sleepwear
Flip flops (optional) for pool or shower
Personal toiletries
If you are travelling in winter i.e. between April and October ( fleece, warm gloves, scarf and beanie are recommended)
THE EXTRAS
Sun block
Sunglasses
Wide brimmed hat
Lip balm
Binoculars and a camera are a must
Chargers for your cell phone, camera, video camera, etc.
Batteries for small electronics and cameras
Flashlight
First aid kit
Insect repellent and malaria tablets, depending on where you’re going
Credit and ATM cards
Driver’s licence
Health-insurance card
Local guidebooks
Bird and animal guidebooks
Passport and photocopies of passport
Printouts of reservations
Travel journal
If you have any questions or think that we have left something out please let us know and be sure to follow our Instagram feed to get you excited for your upcoming safari. And last but not least – enjoy every minute of it. We can assure you that Africa is the most beautiful place you will ever visit… and once you’ve been… you will never stop wanting to go back.