The safari jacket that you choose
to take on your dream trip should have some of the characteristics listed
below...
These guidelines are from my own personal experience and the tips and recommendations stored in the trip reports at
African Safari Journals.
Garment Guidelines
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1) It should be
khaki, olive or brown in colour.
A bright coloured garment will make you conspicuous to the wildlife and will
show up dust and dirt.
2) It should consist of non-synthetic material.
Synthetics will make you overheat because it doesn't "breathe". Cotton is
ideal.
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3) It should be lightweight and machine or hand washable.
Packing space is going to be at a premium so you don't want a bulky garment
that will fill your suitcases to overflowing. Flat packing capability is a big
plus.
Dry cleaning facilities are few and far between in wildlife areas so a hand
or machine washable garment is essential. With any luck you won't have to wash
it before you get back from your trip but it pays to be prepared.
4) Zip off sleeves and lots of pockets are a plus.
Turning your garment into a vest for day use by zipping off the sleeves is a good idea. When it cools
down in the evening just zip them back on. The pockets are ideal for guidebooks,
photographic paraphernalia, snacks and anything else you can think of.
Orvis is a quality safari jacket retailer where you will be able to get the right garment for your trip nine times out of ten.
If you don't manage to find something there then Cabelas
also has a great selection...
