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Imfolozi Wilderness Trails in South Africa Best Safari Destination
Close encounters with white rhino are common as you tramp through the undulating bush. Black rhino also thrive, while elephant, buffalo and all major predators are present. But the trails are as much about appreciating tracks, birdsong, insects and plants as big-game thrills. Camping is basic, guiding outstanding and the total wilderness immersion memorable. The park is easily reached on good roads and the trails come at bargain KwaZulu-Natal Parks Board prices. Book in advance.What to Pack: Safari Packing List | Top Essential Things to Bring
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Taking your first safari trip can be mind-boggling. This first safari checklist will help make sure you have everything you need for this new adventure in your life.
Are you adventuring on your first safari trip and putting a list together of everything you need?
There are so many products to consider that it can be difficult to remember everything. FromΒ documentsΒ toΒ essentials, toΒ camera gear...it can become very overwhelming!
We have made a printable version of this huge first safari packing checklist so that you can use it and make sure you have everything you need.
YouΒ DO NOTΒ need to buy everything (we didn't...it's expensive!) but having a list that you can refer back to makes life so much easier.
SafariΒ Documents
1. Passport
2. Yellow Health Card
3. COVID-19 Vaccination Card
4. Printed Travel Itinerary
Essentials
1. Soft Sided Luggage Duffel Bag
2. Clear Toiletry Case
3. Sunscreen
4. Insect Repellant
5. First Aid Kit/Medications
Camera Gear
1. Panasonic LUMIX FZ80 4K Digital Camera
2.Β Extra Batteries
3.Β Extra SD Card
4.Β Lens Cleaning Cloth
5.Β Tripod
6.Β Binoculars
Safari Clothing
1. Neutral Color Layering Tanks (2-Pairs)
2. Safari T-Shirts (3-Pairs)
3. Long Sleeve Safari Shirt (2-Pairs)
4. Comfortable Durable Pants (2-Pairs)
5. Safari Utility Jacket (1-Pair)
6. Casual Dress
7. Sports Bra
8. Light Scarf
9. Pajamas
10. Closed Toe Shoes
11. VIVIDMax Grip Clogs
12. Bathing Suits
13. Sunglasses
14. Safari Hat
15. Underwear
16. VIVID Foot Support Socks
Good to Know(s)Β
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Bush flights typically have strict weight restrictions of round 15 kilos(or 33lbs) and prefer soft luggage
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Tsetse flies are biting fly that inhabit much of Africa. They are attracted to dark blue and black, so it's best to dress in earth tones.
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Most of Sub Saharan Africa Operates on 220 240v power and a frequency of 50hz. You'll need adapters and a convertor.
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Some countries in Africa have banned single use plastic bags, including quart size bags given by TSA.Β Β
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Want a first safari trip packing checklist PDF? You can shop the exact and FULL (More than 10 things to bring) packing list we made for our roadsters directly to yourΒ phoneΒ orΒ computer! It is guaranteed to make your life SO much easier.Β Β
