{"id":43162,"date":"2020-02-15T07:06:50","date_gmt":"2020-02-15T15:06:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=43162"},"modified":"2025-09-12T12:18:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T19:18:36","slug":"safari-packing-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/safari-packing-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"PACKING GUIDES: WHAT TO PACK FOR A SAFARI"},"content":{"rendered":"

After booking a safari you need to figure outwhat to pack. Having been on a number of safari trips hosting our Malawi Safari & Impact Trip<\/a> (bookings open!<\/em>) as well as going on safari in Sri Lanka<\/a> and India<\/a> I have refined my safari wardrobe. But it took me a few trips to realize all the essentials that I needed.<\/p>\n

You don’t want to arrive and realize you forgot your safari hat, or you should have brought an extra pair of safari shorts so it’s important to plan out what you want to bring with you well in advance.<\/p>\n

In this guide, I share some of my favorite travel essentials for a safari trip, including what clothing you need to bring, safari luggage, cameras and other equipment and toiletries.<\/p>\n

You can also check out 15 Reasons To Visit Malawi<\/a> for more safari inspiration!<\/p>\n

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Safari Packing Checklist<\/h2>\n

Once you have read the article, make sure to download my handy printable safari packing checklist from the We Are Travel Girls Travel Library<\/a> so that you don’t forget any essential items in your luggage.  <\/p>\n

The library is also packed with free eBooks, Destination Pocket Guides, Packing Lists and Bucketlist Checklists.<\/p>\n

Related Post:<\/strong> 15 Reasons To Visit Malawi With Travel Girls Getaways<\/a><\/p>\n

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Safari Luggage<\/h2>\n

Let’s get started with the type of luggage you will need for a safari trip. Based on my experience, having soft bags rather than hard shell suitcases is far easier for transferring between lodges, taking river boats, or travelling by small plane. Depending on your destination, you may even find that hard sheet is not permitted, so make sure to check this for your specific journey, airlines, and safari.<\/p>\n

Large Checked Luggage<\/h3>\n

I am a big fan of the Osprey luggage<\/a> for this type of trip because of its durability. I have had my Osprey rolling luggage<\/a> for 7 years, and I have my backpack<\/a> from my first backpacking trip to Asia. I loved this one because it had a detachable day pack too – both are still going strong!<\/span> <\/p>\n

Another great brand with durable design, fabrics and wheels is Eagle Creek<\/a> and they have a range of large duffels suitable for safari or any other adventure trip.<\/p>\n

Pro Tip:<\/strong> Don’t bring your most beautiful cream luggage on safari, it will get dirty. Choose a darker colour or safari colour luggage so you don’t ruin your favourite luxury luggage!<\/p>\n

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