Safari Guide
On any African safari trip, the quality of your safari guide means getting the most out of your safari and making it back to lodging safely. Good safari guides will be well versed on the fauna and flora in a given area as well as the wildlife. A charming personality as well as good communication skills are also important in a safari guide. Countries that offer visitors specific attractions such as Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and gorilla tracking in Uganda need guides who specialize in that knowledge. It is also great fun when your safari guide is a good story teller. Package safari deals usually include travel guides the company uses, depending on where you are going on your safari and what you are doing. It is a good idea to ask about the level of expertise and experience of the safari guides in the company and do a little research on the guides themselves to make sure you will be getting the most out of your safari.
Packing for A Safari
Before traveling anywhere abroad it is always best to make sure you are well prepared for your destination. Make sure to visit your doctor to receive the necessary shots and keep in contact with your traveling agency to make sure all the documents you will be needing will be ready. Packing for a safari, however, is more or less up to you. Generally, it is always best to pack as light as possible while also being equipped for all your preplanned activities. Check what kind of weather and temperatures the area you will be visiting receives during the season you will be there. Necessities include neutral colored clothing that is lightweight is prime for game viewing, hiking boots and shoes, wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses, lip balm and high SPF sunscreen. Insect repellent with DEET is also a essential. Bright colored and dressy clothing, although a bad idea for game viewing, may come in handy for a night out on the town.
A pair of binoculars should offer great game viewing opportunities. Also, a first aid kit complete with medication for a variety of ailments should be included. Glasses and prescriptions should always be with you in a carry on in case of luggage delay. Travel documents should be kept together and be securely bound. Some people may want to bring along dive certification cards and climbing gear as well as cameras. Keep in mind to bring the necessary power converters along with any electronics. Fanny packs are a great way to carry around documents and cameras when in the wild.