Your First Safari: What to Pack
A short, practical list from the guides we work with across Kruger and the private reserves.
Neutral colours, layers for cold morning drives, a wide-brim hat and a good pair of binoculars will carry you through almost any safari. Leave the bright whites and blues at home, keep luggage soft-sided for light aircraft transfers, and bring more camera storage than you think you need.
Most lodges provide sunscreen, insect repellent and ponchos, so check your itinerary before overpacking.