What you should bring on an African Safari

A sleeping bag. A corner of the black sleeping pad can be seen at lower right. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

A picture of a pair of Binoculars. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

English: A multi-purpose pocket knife with all the blades visible (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Photographed by Daniel Case 2006-01-20. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Here is a list of essential items to bring on safari:

• A good flash light.
• Batteries for your flash light.
• Basic toiletries – tooth brush, tooth paste, biodegradable soap, toilet roll, sanitary pads (for the ladies), Small face cloth.
• Small towel/ or kakoi can serve as a towel and wrap around.
• Swimming clothes.
• One pair of good long pants.
• 3 pairs of shorts.
• 5 t-shirts.
• 5 under garments.
• 1 rain/wind proof jacket.
• 1 fleece.
• 1 pair of hiking boots.
• 1 pair of comfortable shoes/ sandals.
• Biodegradable soap for washing clothes.
• Matches/lighter.
• Small pocket knife.
• Sunglasses.
• Sun hat.
• Sun block/lotion factor 40 or above.
• Mosquito repellant – a good make is called peaceful sleep you can purchase in Africa.
• Mosquito prophylaxis – ask your travel doctor as this is normally a prescription drug.
• Yellow fever inoculation certificate – ask your travel doctor.
• Water purification tablets – just in case, however most water from taps is fit for human consumption.
• Zip lock bags.
• Water proof bag for your electronic equipment.
• A good camera with zoom capabilities.
• Binoculars.
• A good book for siesta time or time on the long distances on the vehicle.
• A good Sleeping bag.