| If you're going on an African Safari for the first | | | | 5. Capture Those Memories |
| time, chances are, you don't have much of an | | | | An African Safari is a truly unique experience. |
| idea on the necessary things that you must take | | | | Make sure to record those wonderful moments |
| with you. Here's a list of some essentials that you | | | | with a flash or video camera. Guard these |
| mustn't do without. | | | | valuables from potential thieves. And don't forget |
| 1. Important Documents | | | | to stock up on batteries and film! |
| That means your visa, passport, airline tickets, | | | | 6. Cash And Lots Of It |
| other required travel documents, traveler's checks | | | | Yes we need to watch that budget, but it's |
| and a few valid IDs. It would be wise to make | | | | always advisable to bring more money than you |
| photocopies of these documents. | | | | had planned. We never know when we might |
| 2. A Like-Minded Travel Buddy | | | | need that extra cash and we have no way of |
| It could be a family member, your best friend, or | | | | knowing what emergencies or delays we might |
| your significant other. Sight - seeing is no fun | | | | encounter while traveling. |
| when you're all by yourself. It's nice to share the | | | | 7. Take Care Of Your Health |
| unforgettable moments of your vacation with a | | | | Bring insect repellents, a first - aid kit and all the |
| special person, just make sure that you're both | | | | medicines you need, especially if you are prone to |
| compatible when it comes to having a sense of | | | | travel - sickness. You'll be staying in a different |
| daring and adventure. Just imagine how the whole | | | | country and will surely be sampling foods that |
| trip would turn out if you spent it with someone | | | | might not be friendly to your digestive system. |
| who complained about the tiniest things or little | | | | Bring anti - diarrhea tablets and anti - allergy |
| unavoidable inconveniences. If you really can't | | | | medications. If you're headed for a place known |
| think of someone who's a good enough match, | | | | to have malaria, be ready with anti - malaria |
| then perhaps it's better to travel by yourself. | | | | prophylactics. |
| 3. The Right Clothes | | | | 8. Bring Lots Of Water During The Safari |
| Do some research on the area you'll be visiting. | | | | Dehydration and heat stroke can really ruin your |
| Find out about the local climate and the general | | | | whole adventure. Remember to always take in |
| weather conditions. Comfort should be your top | | | | lots of liquids. Inform your professional guide |
| priority. Light and casual clothing in neutral colors is | | | | whenever you start to feel dizzy or severely |
| best. But if you plan to stay in a luxury hotel or | | | | exhausted during the trip. Walking safaris might |
| somewhere posh, you might want to bring | | | | especially be a bit taxing on those who aren't |
| dressier clothes too. Prepare for cooler | | | | quite physically fit. |
| temperatures in the evenings. Pack a couple of | | | | 9. Insurance |
| sweaters and jackets just in case. Bring | | | | Going on a safari trip is potentially dangerous as |
| swimming clothes if you think you'll need them. | | | | much as it is exciting. Making sure that you are |
| Also make sure to use the most comfortable but | | | | covered by your travel or international medical |
| resilient shoes that you can find. Sandals and ankle | | | | insurance can give you peace of mind while |
| length walking boots would be ideal. Travel light. | | | | abroad. |
| Use a soft bag. | | | | It's always important to plan ahead. Don't |
| 4. Sun Protection | | | | overlook the small important details. Make sure |
| Your trip will involve a lot of outdoor activities | | | | that you have everything you need to ensure |
| under the hot African sun. Protect your skin. Load | | | | your comfort and safety and to guarantee a |
| up on sunscreen. Invest in a good wide - brimmed | | | | smooth and enjoyable trip. |
| hat, scarves and sunglasses with UV protection. | | | | |