Safari Gear - What to Take to Africa

Once you've figured out when you are going where to see what, the real fun begins--getting ready for your adventure in Africa. Your African safari is probably one of the biggest trips you'll take this year, or maybe for several years, and it's best to be prepared so you can enjoy every moment to its fullest.

While on safari in Africa, clothing, shoes, suitcases and gear can make all the difference. There's nothing worse than being too hot, too cold, wearing clothes that got wet and won't dry quickly or realizing your suitcase won't fit in the very small bush plane!

At Africa Adventure Consultants, we spend weeks and weeks each year visiting our favorite camps and exploring the remote corners of Africa. We test bags, plug adaptors, quick-dry clothing and more to make sure things work like they should and fit where they need to!

Whether you are getting ready for your safari or know someone who is heading to Africa, check out our tried and true favorites (great options for Christmas gifts, too!) or visit our Safari Shop for more information.

This women's DryFlyLite long-sleeve outer layer is perfect for cool mornings and evenings in camp. Since it's so light-weight you can also wear it on day-time game drives for added projection from the hot African sun. Added bonus - it's on sale at ExOfficio right now!

The Ampi Covertible Pant (men's or women's) is probably the one must-have clothing item for a safari. Any convertible pant will do, but this particular one is quick-dry, durable, and water, stain and wrinkle resistent. They even dress up nicely with a collared shirt for dinner at camp! Mornings and evening in Africa can be cool and heading out pre-dawn and returning after dusk means you need to be prepared for drastic temperature changes (as much as 20 degrees or more). Nothing helps with this like pants that zip into shorts!

In this ditigal age, plug adaptors are a very important element in a successful photographic safari! Plugs vary from country to country and many camps and lodges do not stock plug adaptors in the rooms for client use. It's best to be prepared. Use this guide to determine what kind of plug adaptor you'll need, then purchase your plug adaptor here.

Stay tuned for more information on safari-appropriate bags, rolling duffels and suitcases tomorrow!