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National parks vs Private game reserves
National Parks have the widest variety of game and accommodation. They are a popular choice, so expect to see other vehicles. Activities such as off-road driving, night drives and bush walks are usually restricted. Private Game Reserves
are quieter, as only Reserve vehicles are permitted, and you’ll have the freedom to follow game off-road, take a night drive and enjoy a walk. Accommodation is often luxurious.
Packing Tips
Keep your luggage to a minimum in a soft hold-all. On most safaris, you can store extra luggage in Nairobi or Mombasa and collect it on your return.
Light aircraft operators typically enforce strict 15kg soft bag restrictions.
Dark T-shirts are not a good idea, as they attract flies such as tsetses. Wear browns and greens instead.
Good walking shoes are essential, as well as a couple of pairs of khaki trousers and long sleeved cotton shirts. Take long sleeve casual clothes and socks for the evenings, and a light jumper and windproof jacket for chilly mornings. A small backpack is useful to cart daily essentials about.
Consider taking a book of birds, plants and animals; water; a pair of binoculars; sunglasses; sunblock; insect repellent; sunhat that will not blow away; and a light jumper.
A wash bag that hangs on a hook is useful. Also, make sure your kit contains plasters, painkillers and antihistamine cream for bites. Wet wipes are handy, too.
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