What to Pack for a Safari
The straight list — layers, optics, and the three things first-timers always forget.
The single biggest packing mistake on safari is bringing too much. Soft duffel, neutral layers, and a good pair of binoculars will carry you further than a suitcase of options.
The non-negotiables
Layers for cold dawns and hot middays. A wide-brim hat. Real sunscreen. And the three things first-timers always forget: a headtorch, a dust-proof bag for your camera, and twice as many memory cards as you think you need.