{"id":24115,"date":"2014-10-11T02:00:33","date_gmt":"2014-10-11T09:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/travelfashiongirl.com\/?p=24115"},"modified":"2023-05-24T02:36:56","modified_gmt":"2023-05-24T09:36:56","slug":"africa-travel-packing-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelfashiongirl.com\/africa-travel-packing-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Africa Travel Packing Tips: Cities, Safaris, and Camping"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you\u2019re traveling to Africa, take a look at this itinerary and read my below tips on how to pack. Whether you\u2019re traveling overland on safari or are flying in between destinations, these Africa travel packing tips will help alleviate some stress!<\/p>\n

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Africa Travel Packing Tips<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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I have been looking over your website for the last few days which I discovered while searching for clothing to take on my trip to Africa this May\/June.<\/p>\n

At this point I am so distressed about what to take for clothing and shoes. I have heard SO many different opinions, and I think with the diversity of our trip itinerary and the time of year we are going, a lot of the information\/suggestions are conflicting.<\/p>\n

Also, for some of our inter-country flights, we are on small planes with strict weight restrictions on our luggage and carry-ons (33 pounds max for both!). I loved your safari packing list, but maybe you would have some other suggestions based on our itinerary, which I have listed below.<\/p>\n

I really appreciate any help or advice you can lend me, this is a trip of a lifetime and I don’t want to worry about being comfortable with my wardrobe or realizing I forgot the one thing I want!!<\/p>\n

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Day 1:\u00a0<\/strong>Day Layover in Amsterdam<\/p>\n

Day 2-5:\u00a0<\/strong>Cape Town, South Africa<\/p>\n

Day 6-7:\u00a0<\/strong>Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe<\/p>\n

Day 8-15:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Various Locations in Botswana
\nChobe National Park
\nOkavango Delta
\nCamping on the edge of the Kalahari<\/p>\n

Day16-20:\u00a0<\/strong>Zanzibar, Tanzania<\/p>\n

Day 21-30:\u00a0<\/strong>Overland Safari on mainland Tanzania
\nAll over the Serengeti
\nNgorongoro Crater<\/p>\n

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This packing list is perfect for that trip:\u00a0Safari Clothing Packing List<\/a>. I actually had all those places in mind when I created this list!\u00a0<\/strong>My overland trips in Africa have both been in Winter: May and August. You need to have clothes you can layer because it can get very cold at night.<\/p>\n

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Shop Sizes XS-3X:\u00a0Columbia Womens Arcadia II Rain Jacket<\/a><\/p>\n

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What to Wear<\/h2>\n

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To be honest, this is a trip where you want a very warm outdoor type jacket<\/a> since you’re camping at Serengeti and the crater can be freezing! Plan to layer your jacket +\u00a0fleece or hoodie<\/a> + \u00a0warm long sleeve top<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Thermal leggings<\/a> to sleep are also a good idea along with merino wool socks<\/a>. Also, pack a scarf<\/a> and \u00a0gloves<\/a> just in case you get cold at night. Find out why merino wool<\/a> is one of the secrets to packing light!<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t underestimate the drop in temperature! I lost my Triclimate Northface jacket after camping in the Ngorongoro\u00a0Crater and I was so bummed with the cold. It had been perfect and really cute in the ice blue color!<\/p>\n

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Here are more waterproof jackets<\/a>\u00a0to choose from!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Shop Sizes 2-16:\u00a0Amazon\u00a0<\/a>|\u00a0REI<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Columbia<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Zappos<\/a><\/p>\n

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Travel Outfits<\/h2>\n

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For the most part plan your outfits around two things: some city (jeans in Cape Town) and mostly camping layers.<\/p>\n

Also, keep in mind the only time you’ll be threading through the wilderness is in the Okavango Delta when you’ll probably appreciate some cargo pants<\/a> (or similar) and trainers<\/a> as the brush can be thick.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, you’re in the comfort of a vehicle when on safari so comfy jeans<\/a> or leggings<\/a> are perfect.<\/p>\n

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These are the best leggings for women<\/a> that travel as voted for by our readers!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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In Zanzibar, it\u2019s pretty relaxed so a flowy maxi dress<\/em> or summer dress<\/a> is good and if you don’t bring one, buy one there! There is amazing souvenir shopping.<\/p>\n

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Sea to Summit DryLite Towel<\/a><\/p>\n

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Traveling by Overland Truck<\/h2>\n

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The rest of the time, if you’re stuck in an overland truck – comfort is the best thing when you’re sitting for 12 hours at a time on bumpy roads so a strong sports bra<\/a> is a must!<\/p>\n

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Don’t forget your headlamp<\/a> for camping at night and travel towel<\/a> so it can dry quickly when you\u2019re constantly on the go.<\/p>\n

The one thing I wish I had on my overland trips is a female urinary device<\/a> because the only bathroom breaks you get are in the bush. Finding adequate coverage can be a challenge so you might get comfortable with flashing your bum at the other women on the trip.<\/p>\n

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Osprey Farpoint 55L<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Compass Rose Packing Cubes<\/a><\/p>\n

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Luggage<\/h2>\n

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For luggage, check out the Osprey Farpoint 55L<\/a>. It’s kind of perfection. I use it with the compass rose packing cubes<\/a>. I found it easier to lug a soft bag than a suitcase as everyone\u2019s gear gets piled up under the truck.<\/p>\n

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Read my review on the Osprey Farpoint to find out why it’s the best travel backpack<\/a>!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Don’t worry so much about the baggage weight. My bag never goes over 30lb using the guidelines suggested on the site. If you aim to pack light you shouldn\u2019t be overpacking.<\/p>\n

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Do you have any additional Africa travel packing tips?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Want more Tips on how to pack for Africa? Check out the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n