If you’re in the midst of planning an African safari holiday you’re probably already aware that you’ll need some khaki or beige clothes, some good insect repellent and lots of sunscreen. Below are five handy items that you might not have thought about packing:

Spare Batteries

There’s nothing worse than your camera batteries running out mid game drive! You’ll have charging facilities back at camp, but it’s always a good idea to bring along some spares to take out with you on activities, just in case.

Warm Pyjamas

As a continent, Africa is known for its high temperatures but did you know that the evenings and mornings can be very cold? Most camps pop a hot water bottle in your bed to keep you warm during the night. If you feel the cold easily, though, bring some warm nightwear along with you!

A Fleece or Jumper

The best time to see wildlife is very early in the morning and, as mentioned above, these early mornings can be quite chilly. Take a jumper or fleece with you to keep you warm whilst you’re exploring.

Lip Balm

As well as your usual sunscreen, bring along a lip balm with SPF to protect your lips from the strong African sun.

Travel Journal or Sketch Book

You’ll have some down time in between activities to sit and relax, maybe on your deck or by the pool. You might like to take the time to write down what you’ve done each day or do some sketching of your beautiful surroundings to keep your safari memories alive once you’re home!

Glamping is a wonderful way of going on holiday. It really brings two different types of holidaying together, combining them in a new and exciting way. It brings the high quality service, and luxurious living environment of top quality hotels, and combines that with the experience of living closely to nature.

Glamping has become an increasingly common method of holidaying, particularly in confluence with safari holidays in Africa. It takes you closer to the outside world than any other type of safari holiday, and leaves a lot of room for you to experience the wonderful wildlife throughout the world.

There are many ways to glamp, although the most common seems to be a pavilion constructed with all the creature comforts one would expect on a luxurious holiday included. There are also holiday packages where you get to spend your time in a tree house, among the forest canopy, a unique experience if ever there was one. Both these modes of residence are similar, allowing you to experience the wildlife like you can on any camping trip; albeit in a choice location, but combining that with the luxury one would expect from a top class hotel.