To help you make the most out of your next safari in East Africa, here are some important tips:

1. Charge your camera – Make sure you have a fully-charged camera, as well as a spare battery and extra SD cards. You don’t want to miss that perfect shot!
2. Bring motion-sickness pills – Bouncing around in a jeep all day can make some people nauseous. If you get car sick easily, prepare accordingly.
3. Find an ethical driver – All too often, safari drivers will try to get too close to the animals, which disturbs them and normalizes contact with humans. Book your safari with an ethical company that is concerned with animal welfare.
4. Buy travel insurance – While the odds of something going wrong are slim, it never hurts to be prepared!
5. Prepare for dust – It can get dusty in your vehicle as you bounce along the dirt roads. Bring sunglasses to cover your eyes and a bandana or scarf for your face.
6. Dress in layers – The mornings on safari can be cool (especially if you’re starting early) so bring a sweater or light jacket.
7. Bring plenty of water – Your guide and/or driver will likely have water and food for you, but bring extra won’t hurt. Pack a water bottle as well as some snacks, just in case.