What to Pack
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Comfortable neutral clothing, avoiding white and bright colors. Expect hot days, cooler mornings and evenings. A mixture of summer and autumn clothing is ideal, and a hat and jacket will keep you warm on night game drives. Wind and possible rain might move through the open vehicles and can make life a little chilly at times!
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Important: don't forget to bring any prescription medication along with a broad-spectrum antibiotic, medication for nausea and stomach issues, and antihistamine cream for insect bites and scratches.
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Please provide details of any allergies and specific dietary requirements or preferences (e.g. vegetarian) at time of booking.
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Current converter, to make sure you can use your US electronics in South Africa. Below are some options.
What to Pack on Safari
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​​Small day backpack to take on the safari vehicle
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Binoculars to spot wildlife while we are in the vehicle
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Camera
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Sun screen
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Hat
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Toiletries
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Hand sanitizer
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Insect repellent
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Comfortable, durable walking shoes
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Taking pictures with your Smart Phone
iPhone or Android
Here are some pointers on how to use your own smart phone. The cameras on our smart phones have gotten incredibly sophisticated and have replaced the small point and shoot camera on our hips. Below are some links to some easy 101 tutorials that we find super helpful.
Recommended Fights
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United Airlines and Delta Airlines currently offer direct flights between the United States and Johannesburg (JNB) or Cape Town (CPT)*
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These would be convenient for either just the conservation safari or the Cope Town add-on
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Just the Conservation Safari: Arrive in Johannesburg (JBN) January 24 and depart Johannesburg (JNB) February 4
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Conservation Safari with the Cape Town add-on: Arrive in Johannesburg (JBN) January 24 and depart Cape Town (CPT) February 8. The transfer flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town is included.
* These flights are only a recommendation and are not required. Flights are at your own discretion as long as you arrive and depart on the scheduled dates. (Arrive in Johannesburg (JNB) January 24 and depart Cape Town (CPT) on February 8).