Sunglasses, sunscreen and mosquito repellent (like these carry-on friendly wipes) are crucial to bring on safari, as well as a wide-brimmed hat. Forget the super high-tech gear and just stick with the comfortable neutrals already in your closet. In fact, trying too hard to bring the ‘right’ safari clothes can result in fashion fails, as evidenced by this unfortunate get-up I ended up in: Walking to see the cheetahs in Karongwe Private Game Reserve, South Africa Ultimately, everyone on the trip is likely way more interested in zebra, rhino and giraffe sightings than your attire, so don’t get too stressed about your African safari outfits. While footwear isn’t usually a big issue since you’ll mostly be confined to a vehicle, it’s best to be prepared for anything one time, our guides suddenly motioned for us to get out of the jeep and follow them straight into the bush, where a trio of cheetahs were napping! Cheetahs in Karongwe Private Game Reserve, South Africa You’ll want shorts, pants or even leggings (again, comfort is crucial when you’re sitting all day), and for footwear runners or closed-toed shoes like Blundstones are best, though some people prefer sandals. Watching elephants cross the road in Kruger National Park, South Africa You might get chilled by the wind as your vehicle zips down a dusty road in search of an elusive leopard, then suddenly find yourself starting to overheat as you come to a standstill for several minutes under the blazing sun to watch a herd of elephants trounce through the trees, so layers are key. A sunset game drive in Greater Kruger National Park Safari jeeps are mostly open and some don’t even have roofs, so you’re quite exposed to the elements whether it’s the hot sun or a sudden downpour.Īlso, many animals are most active at dawn and dusk, which is why most game drives happen early in the morning or in the early evening–hence, when it’s coldest. The most important thing is to be prepared for the weather, by bringing layers like a t-shirt, long sleeve and light jacket since the weather can change quickly and you’ll be out for hours. However, in some African countries it’s illegal for civilians to wear camouflage clothing, so it’s best to leave the fatigues at home. You can pretty much wear whatever you feel comfortable in…such as this cheetah-print wrap I found at a store in Kruger National Park and obvs had to have: However, once I was actually in South Africa none of our guides ever mentioned a dress code, and let’s be honest: a huge jeep rumbling up with a load of tourists toting cameras is probably way more distracting to the animals than someone’s fuschia scarf.
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