Whilst not essential safari wear, any hat or cap is better than none at all. It will give you protection from the sun, and also shield your eyes from the glare — meaning potentially better wildlife spotting opportunities. The ideal hat is a wide-brimmed safari hat to offer maximum protection.
Read our take here on the very best safari hats , or check out these great options from Amazon:. When considering evening safari wear, bear in mind that the days of jackets and ties at the dinner table are long gone. A dip between game drives during the middle of the day is a great way to contemplate your wildlife viewings past and future! A camouflage safari outfit. In a number of African countries, you can actually be arrested for wearing army-style camouflage clothes that could be confused with military wear.
Best to avoid at all costs. Overly thick fleeces and jackets. Heavy walking boots. Black and blue clothing. East Africa is home to the tsetse fly which is attracted to dark colors and packs a nasty bite — best avoided by wearing lighter colours.
Bright clothing. Yes, people do! Packing it all in one large suitcase. I love bright colors, but when deciding what to wear for safari, I had to set my personal taste aside. When on a game drive, it is important to blend in with the bush as much as possible. It is recommended to wear neutral colors, such as khaki, beige, taupe or grey. Black and dark blue are thought to attract the African tse tse flies, whereas predators identify red with wounded animals.
With the amount of dust in the bush, white is hardly recommended as it gets dirty very easily. But being dressed for the occasion by which I mean being comfortable, fresh during the day and warm at night is important. The safaris I did in Botswana and Namibia were completely different one from the other. The one in Botswana was a luxury safari. However, I went mostly camping in Namibia. Either way, there was no need for me to wear anything fancy at night for the evening meals: a pair of nice pants and a nice top usually did the trick.
My packing list for Africa was made of informal, easy to wear items. Now that I have clarified what to wear on safari and all the things that need to be considered, it is time to compile a good packing list for Africa, with all the essential items that should be taken.
First of all, remember that a safari is a photography extravaganza kind of trip. Any packing list for Africa has to include a good DSLR camera — sorry, but not even the best compact camera will do here! Picking the right bag for a trip — any trip — is important. The one thing to keep in mind , however, in the case of a budget adventure safari like the one I did in Namibia, is the size of the tent. Therefore, when thinking of a packing list for Africa, make sure to limit the number of things to carry , and keep the weight and volume to a minimum.
Packing smartly is the way to go. I do not recommend a hard suitcase , as this occupies too much space and it is generally too heavy something that has to be considered even on luxury safaris where there are occasional flights on small planes to move from one game reserve to the other. A good day pack is fundamental on any trip. This is where I normally carry things such documents and whatever I may need during the day, such as snacks, water, tissues, hand sanitizer, sunblock and that much needed extra layer of clothes for when the temperatures drop at the end of the day.
Columbia Full Zip Fleece Jacket. TFG has a list of the best windproof jackets and fleece jackets for your travels. Remember to choose neutral tones for your safari clothing. This is especially the case for items that are highly visible such as your jacket for safari.
Trust me on this one. Kenya Safari Jacket. For a stylish jacket for safari option that you can wear as part of your safari outfit, the Kenya Jacket is both chic and practical. Merrell Vent Hiking Shoe. This is probably going to be much easier than you think! We recommend taking only two pairs of shoes. When it comes to picking those safari shoes, go with a pair of sneakers and flip flops for camps, shower, and beaches. But for the occasional day trip, regular all-terrain sneakers or hiking shoes will work as safari shoes.
Flip-flops may seem like a random item to add to this safari packing list. Not a big fan of flip-flops? Try one of these slip-on beach sandals as your second pair of safari shoes instead. But make sure not to add too many shoes to your safari wardrobe! Columbia Moisture Control Basic Crew. Whether you need to pair your socks with safari boots or sneakers, make sure they are moisture wicking socks! This is particularly important so you can keep your sock numbers down.
Signature Trail Sock. Panache Underwire Sports Bra. Last but not least for your safari travel checklist, make sure to pack a good sports bra for the bumpy journey! Vehicles in Kenya, and other countries, often cover all terrains including deeply rutted roads and huge potholes. Make your ride more tolerable by wearing a sports bra whenever you are being transported. Also, take some motion sickness meds beforehand if you are prone to car sickness.
Icebreaker Bikini. Also, quick dry travel underwear helps you easily do laundry without having to wait ages for it to dry! Hats are great because they can help shield you from the sun and hide unwashed hair.
We have a few suggestions for some hair accessories that will help keep high maintenance hair on the down low during your safari tour. Compass Rose Secret Bra Wallet. A few other safari necessary accessories include a bathing suit and scarf. Finally, conceal the majority of your money and extra credit cards for extra safety.
This bra wallet is a great way to do that! Osprey Fairpoint 55L. When it comes to choosing luggage for safari, check out the Osprey Fairpoint 55L. I personally use it with the Compass Rose packing cubes to stay organized and fit in everything! My bag never goes over 30 lbs using the guidelines suggested on the site.
Compass Rose Travel Packing Cubes. You should definitely use packing cubes on safari. Packing cubes will help keep you organized, keep your bag light, and help you avoid over packing. Watch this video to learn how to pack light thanks to packing cubes!
You definitely will want to have a female urinary device , because the only bathroom breaks you get are in the bush. Finding adequate coverage can be a challenge, so you might also need to get comfortable with flashing your bum at other women on the trip!
Learn all about packing toiletries with this guide! See our picks for the best anti-theft purses for travel. Lewis N. Clark Deluxe Neck Stash. We recommend you make sure your purse is built for security.
Other great anti-theft accessories for safari might include a secret bra wallet , neck wallet , or even a money belt. Read about popular anti-theft accessories! International Travel Adapter. A headlamp will be a lifesaver when it comes to camping at night during your safari. A few other things that might come in handy include a travel adapter , portable battery charger , and your headphones.
But for both trips, we highly recommend that you DO NOT wear a romper on a safari — three days, seven days or otherwise. We can leave that for the Hollywood movies! A tip for picking the best color for your safari clothing is to go with colors that are inspired by nature. Wearing black on safari is not recommended. If you do end up bringing some black pieces, keep them to a minimum and opt for lightweight fabrics wherever possible!
What are your tips on choosing the best womens safari clothing? Share and comment below! Ultra light, and looks good while on safari or in the city. And even if you come from a sunny state Like CA, as I do your arms can get really get burnt. Also, a first layer underlayer for cold can do double duty. Because it was dry-wicking, it dried almost immediately.
Hi Victoria, thank you for sharing your trip report with us and all your great travel tips! This is really helpful. Hope you had an incredible time on your trip! Thank you for the advice! I am looking to travel to Togo, Africa at the end of January for roughly 2 months. I tend to get hot, sweat a lot and very easily. I will let you know how it goes! Hi Mari, so pleased you found this atricle helpful. Looking forward to reading how you get on. I wore a heavier blanket scarf similar to the below over my shoulders in the mornings and late at night, and a lighter silk scarf by Cuyana wrapped around my neck during the day.
These deet wipes were a godsent. Super easy to toss into your bag, and unlike a large can of insect repellent, they barely took up any room. Bonus: they come in a resealable packet. These are the exact ones I bought, and I only got bit once. Because most of your time is spent driving through dust and dirt, the idea of putting liquid sunscreen on felt kind of gross to me.
This little brush was the perfection solution. After a few days of being in the desert, my hair literally felt like straw. My husband and I both wore our hats every single day. Bring a hat. Space is often limited on the small charter flights to the Masai Mara and other Kenya safari destinations, which means that every inch counts.
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