Essentials
Hat
Sunglasses
Sun block (choose a factor as high as you can get +30)
Mosquito repellent (DEET is popular)
Torch
Torch batteries (and batteries for anything else that might need it)
Power adaptor (220V or 240V is the standard power supply in Africa)
Plug adaptors (bring a variety of plugs as there are many varieties: square pin,
round pin, two prong etc)
Clothing
Comfortable walking boots - preferably ones that you've used before your trip
Jacket
Warm underclothes - for going out early in African winter mornings
Gloves & beanie hat - also for those early mornings
Long pants, zip off
Toiletries
toothbrush
toothpaste
Your brand name toiletries that you can't do without!
water purification tablets (remember this is not necessary for South Africa as
the water is safe to drink out of the taps)
Medical
Necessary vaccinations for the country you are visiting (see your nearest
travel clinic)
Malaria tablets (remember you usually need to start the course BEFORE you
leave home)
headache tablets
diarrhea tablets
any personal medication
if you are bringing prescription medication, we recommend you also bring a
copy of your doctor's prescription so as to avoid questions when you arrive
a useful precaution - document your medical problems, recent medical history
and medications taken for your outfitter/PH. It will be of great help if medical
treatment is necessary, but nothing is known about your particular problem and/or
treatment.
Documentation
passport
gun documentation (see above)
medical documentation (see above)
credit cards, travelers' cheques, cash
air tickets & your travel agents contact details
travel insurance (usually arranged by your travel agent)
address & contact details for your outfitter/PH in Africa
Other Stuff...
binoculars / field glasses
camera & video camera (buy a charger to plug into your safari vehicle's
cigarette lighter)
mobile phone with roaming capabilities (needs to work on GSM system)
books & other reading material
Accommodation bookings for before & end of safari
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