What to bring on a Safari
Essentials
  • A valid passport
  • Valid visa (if required)
  • One other picture ID (e.g. driver’s lisence)
  • Photocopy of passport page
  • Air tickets
  • Expenses money
  • Travel insurance (complete this before taking a safari)
  • Sunscreen, moisturizer, lip balm and good quality sunglasses (The African sun is harsh!)
  • Toilet kit including shampoo and soap and large towel and washcloth, thin and quick-drying
  • Insect repellent
  • Small personal first aid kit
  • Aspirin for mild pain or headache

Optional

  • Binoculars
  • Paperback reading & writing material
  • Snacks
  • Wool or leather gloves, down vest or jacket if you really feel cold
  • Hand wipes
  • Camera and film or memory card and batteries (carry sufficient supplies for your needs