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Chris’s bush tips: what to pack for a trip in the bush

By | Friday, 10th May, 2019

Sabi Sands Chris Tinkler

As mentioned in a previous blog, Chris and Sam Tinkler, our resident married couple and ex-safari guide and lodge manager respectively, have gone home to South Africa for a safari. Despite it being a holiday, Chris – top bloke that he is – took the time to make a video on what to take on a trip into the bush. Here it is:

Hope you enjoyed and just to reiterate, here’s the list:

  • Light backpack
  • Down jacket
  • Neutral clothes
  • Lightweight jumper
  • Water (reusable bottle)
  • Protective hat
  • Sun lotion
  • Sunglasses
  • Anti-histamine
  • Insect repellent
  • Headache pills
  • Binoculars
  • Camera with spare batteries

For more information on travel advice and what to pack when on safari, please don’t hesitate to contact our destination specialists.

Image taken by Chris Tinkler in the Kruger National Park, South Africa 2019.

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