"When putting together a safari packing list, the brief is to fit a fair blend of functionality and style into about 33 pounds-roughly the luggage allowance on the bush planes that whisk safari guests to lodges, though it can be even less. By all means, splash out on fancy gadgets or study stills from Out of Africa to create a mood board for a capsule wardrobe, if that sparks joy."
"Choose a soft-sided suitcase or duffel bag-nothing with a hard shell. "Even though it's tempting to take your much-loved wheelie, these will fit into the light aircraft way easier," says writer Harriet Compston. Conservation writer Sarah Marshall goes everywhere with fabric or tarp-based water-resistant luggage from Eastpak or Osprey, especially the latter's Rolling Transporter 60."
"As a day bag, safari writer Jane Broughton swears by the Sealand moonbag made from recycled nylon and sailcloth in her hometown of Cape Town. "It's just big enough for my passport, purse, and phone while traveling-then great for game drives and walks to store sunglasses, lip balm, SPF, and tissues close to hand." Do note, those carrying extra lenses for cameras or binoculars will need a larger day pack. Comfort is crucial, and these days, as Broughton notes, "stylish athleisure wear is perfectly acceptable." Meaning, pack leggings, tracksuits, or comfortable travel pants. Overall, a safari wardrobe is a simple capsule of comfortable layer items in shades of neutral earth tones, creams, and greens that will traverse the gamut of chilly mornings in an open vehicle, blazing midday sun, and everything in between."
Limit checked luggage to about 33 pounds to suit bush-plane allowances and prioritize a mix of function and style. Choose soft-sided suitcases or duffel bags rather than hard-shell wheelies to fit small aircraft; prefer water-resistant fabric or tarp-based luggage such as options from Eastpak or Osprey. Use a compact day bag for passport, phone, and basics, and a larger day pack if carrying extra camera lenses or binoculars. Favor comfortable, layered athleisure in neutral earth tones, creams, and greens to handle chilly mornings and hot afternoons. Avoid camouflage and bright colors.
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