What To Pack

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What To Pack

Generally, casual comfortable clothing is suitable throughout the year. The most practical items to pack for safari are:

blouses with long sleeves (even in summer, they will protect you from the sun and from mosquitoes)
t-shirts
shorts or a light skirt
jeans or safari trousers for evenings and cooler days
fleece or sweater and a warm jacket for game drives (necessary, even in summer)
comfortable walking shoes
sun block, sunglasses, hat, insect repellent - essentials!

binoculars and a camera are a must but be prepared for the all pervading dust - take several sealable plastic bags and a compressed-air lens cleaner.
track suit - good for sleeping in during winter months
light, compact raincoat is a good idea for the summer
swimsuit, as most hotels/lodges have swimming pools
towel, torch and sleeping bag for camping safaris (sleeping bags can be hired from most safari operators

Layers are most practical for the fluctuating day/night temperatures of Botswana. Dull and/or neutral colours are more suitable for safari, white is not practical. It is best to pack hardy, durable clothing.

If you are travelling with an organised safari, it is important to check what your weight limit is. Generally you will need to restrict your luggage to 10-12 kg (packed in a soft bag) plus a reasonable amount of camera equipment.

CLOTHING

Throughout the year a shirt or blouse and shorts or a light skirt are most comfortable. Jeans or

long trousers, a long sleeved cotton shirt and a bathing costume are useful. A jersey or jacket will be needed for winter mornings and evenings. Dun colours and hardy, durable materials are more suitable on safari, and white is not a practical colour. In winter, warmer clothing is needed at night and campers will find track suits very useful as pajamas (not to mention the necessity for a good warm sleeping bag!). Comfortable off-road shoes are essential.

ACCESSORIES

Heat and glare are fierce, so hats, sunglasses and barrier cream are essential. Insect repellents are often necessary, especially in the wet months. Binoculars and cameras are an absolute must, but be prepared for the all pervading dust - take several sealable plastic bags and a compressed-air lens cleaner.