You’re finally going on your dream safari to Serengeti Park but you haven’t thought about safari clothing. Wearing the right attire will not only keep you more comfortable but it will help protect you from very real health hazards. 

Tip # 1

Don’t wear strong or dark colors.  Light colors are best, except whites because they stain too easy.   

The African sun is strong! Both blacks and bold colors will suck up heat rays and keep you sweating.  Light-toned, loose-fitting clothing, on the other hand, will reflect the suns rays, protecting you from the sweltering heat.  Bold colors aren’t the best choice either. Because they stand out so much, they tend to make wildlife wary.

Tip # 2

Wear long-sleeved clothing.  Full-length sleeves that fasten tightly are definitely the way to go.  This will protect your skin not only from the hot sun but, as evening approaches, from blood-thirsty mosquitoes.  Some mosquitoes carry blood-borne diseases, so covering up is always a good idea.  

Tip # 3

Opt for breathable cottons over synthetic materials.  

Tip # 4

Wear a hat!  It sounds simple enough but sunstroke is far more common than one would expect.  The same rules should apply to your headwear that apply to the rest of your clothing – go with a light-colored hat made of materials that breathe.  It’s also important to get a hat with a wide brim so as to provide the maximum amount of protection.  

An African safari can be a thrilling, exotic adventure vacation. However, it’s important to realize that, though it is a vacation, safaris are in the wild with wild animals, and danger is eminent if proper safety precautions are not taken.

One particularly threatening animal that is possible to encounter during a safari is a lion, or maybe a pride of lions. If you are on foot when crossing paths with a lion, this is a highly dangerous situation to be in.

Remember the following to avoid harm being inflicted upon yourself or others:

Never run in the presence of lions. Lions will instinctively chase and hunt running prey.

• Instead, back away slowly, facing the lion.
• If a lion charges at you, make as much noise as possible and stand your ground.
• At night, never leave your lodging (be it a house or a tent) without an escort.