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Going on Safari? Pack These!
August 21st, 2011

I’ve been blogging a lot about safari’s and Africa lately. coque samsung Air Max 200 Bambino I’m getting very excited about potentially heading to Uganda in the spring/summer, and I am realizing a lot of the questions that travelers may have about visiting Africa and planning a safari. cover custodia case iphone 11 O6493 dark vador wallpaper 14kT4 I thought I’d start with a general list of safari packing recommendations. coque iphone 11 12 mini pro max disney star wars While some might seem obvious, these are all based on personal experience – things that I have brought or forgotten, that proved important and I wanted to share with others. 1. Hat! You know the ones gardeners love and everyone else won’t go near? These gardeners have it right – the hats protect best from the heat and the sun, which ultimately should rank above fashion, though I’m sure some are more fashionable than others. If you just can’t make yourself wear a safari-type hat, at least bring a baseball cap or something similar to cover your head and block the sun from your face. Alabama Crimson Tide Jerseys Cheap coque silicone iphone 8 plus stitch coque huawei 2. Waterproof sun screen with high SPF. Regardless of how used to warm climates you are, being out in the open planes in the heat of the day could wreck havoc on your skin, and bad sunburn could ruin your safari or worse. bracelet homme Waterproof is ideal, since you’ll most-likely be sweating in the African heat. If you’re looking for brands that are healthy for your skin and good at protecting from UVB and UVA rays, try brands such as Badger, Soleo Organics and Vivesana.* 3. coque iphone X XR XS max F6611 coque nike logo fjallraven kanken mini backpack ox red Bug spray – Many regions home to the “Big 5” are also home to mosquitos that may carry diseases such as malaria, yellow fever or dengue fever. SERIE A Camiseta Keeping the bugs away could be not only more comfortable, but essential! Best to find a bug spray at a sporting goods or outdoors store – it might cost a bit more and smell a bit worse, but it will be worth it. In addition to the sprays, you may want to pick up some bug repellent wipes, which can be easy to pull out for a quick re-apply during the day (which you’ll need to do). fjallraven kanken kids backpack purple 4. Water bottle – while you can’t bring the water itself on the plane, purchase a good water bottle which you can fill with safe drinking water. Dehydration is a very real problem when spending hours in the sun. Our bodies can’t process the bacteria in water from some destinations, so finding a source of treated water and bringing it with you can help you avoid stomach illness and discomfort. coque huawei 5. warm yellow fjallraven kanken backpack mini Light-weight, breathable pants (or shorts) that wash/dry easily. yakuza 6 custodia iphone x tyui13329 Ideally, if you can stand the heat, a light weight pant is best for safari, as it keeps your legs protected from the sun and bugs, but the lightness of the fabric still allows you to keep as cool as possible. If you can’t find these, go for a longer short with the same qualities. coque iphone 4 mickey coque huawei While they might not be the most fashionable, the best option might be the pants that can zip/snap off into shorts, allowing you to adjust easily as the temperatures change throughout the day. coque iphone When choosing clothing, opt for materials that can be easily washed & dried – safari’s aren’t the most pristine activities and this will come in handy. Custodia Cover iphone 11 pro max super saiyan god kaioken son goku Z5276 Case 6. Clothes for layering – Despite the heat of the day, many safaris start in the early morning or go into the later evening to view those animals less likely to make an appearance during the daylight hours. fjallraven kanken no 2 backpack deep red Depending on the season, these times of day with less sunlight can be rather cool, especially if you’re doing any river safaris. coque samsung 7. Snacks – Safari days can be long, especially if your group is determined to not turn back until they’ve seen everything they’re hoping for. While most safari guides will bring food, everyone’s metabolisms are different and your growling stomach could be keeping away that leopard that everyone’s waiting to see (not really, hopefully, but it could be uncomfortable for you). Check with your guide first to make sure if there are any restrictions on what you can bring, and make sure your snacks won’t spoil in the heat. Foods such as granola bars can sustain you for a while and fit easily in a pocket or small bag. fjallraven kanken classic backpack ox red 8. mountain lake custodia iphone mini pro max 12 ret7291 cover custodia case iphone 11 U9765 wallpaper avengers endgame 72sT7 Binoculars – you always hope you can get close enough to see the animal with your naked eye, but some animals are notorious for camouflaging and staying hidden, so a magnified view might be your only chance to see them. If you have a camera with a good zoom, this could work as well. Air Vapormax Bambino archer custodia iphone x tyui1063 bijoux bague 9. Nike Presto Bambino A notebook – The great varieties of some species can be tough to keep track of. 2022 PRO BOWL JERSEYS JERSEY coque stitch personnalisa le In Africa, the birds, antelope and apes/monkeys can be especially tricky to recall. coque iphone X XR XS max E3172 coque disney mickey mouse Custodia Cover iphone 11 pro max Merida Brave Disney Princess L1455 Case Recording a few facts about them – their colors, size, where you saw them, maybe a unique feature about the animal could help you remember each more distinctly and identify them in your photos later. hyena custodia iphone x tyui18911 ebay custodia iphone 5 852qox 10. Camisetas Futboles hombres Backup camera equipment – Think of all the pictures you’ll take trying to get that perfect shot of your favorite animal. Having a backup memory card, battery and even backup camera (even a smaller, cheaper one) could be incredibly helpful. 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If you can’t find an all-weather backpack, bring ziplock bags to keep your notebook, camera and snacks in to protect them in the event of rain.