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Common sense
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Binoculars
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A wide-brimmed hat
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Sunscreen and lip-salve (total block or high protection)
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Sunglasses
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Mozzie ammunition(repellant spray/cream, anti-malarial pills)
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Sensible clothing - lightweight, cotton tops/shorts in neutral colours; long-sleeved tops/trousers/long skirts for evenings (keeps mozzies out); a tracksuit; a cotton wrap; comfortable, light walking boots or shoes.
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Basic personal first-aid kit including: anti-malarian tablets; aspirin/pain killers, re-hydration (salt) tablets; plasters, scissors, tweezers, a bandage, safety pins, antiseptic cream, eyedrops, antihistamine cream/pills and a broad-spectrum antibiotic (optional).
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A money-belt or waist pouch (in preference to a shoulder bag)
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A small torch or headlight (always useful in places where there is no elecricity, or late at night when the generator has been turned off).
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Patience and a sense of humour!
Next Five "Essentials"
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Drinking water/Beer/Wine
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Ice
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Matches or a small lighter
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Loo Paper
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A guide (professional or paperback
(With acknowledgement to Dov Fedler for his lovely cartoon, entitled "Safari Junkie" - from The Guide's Guide to Guiding by Garth Thompson (published in 2001 by Jacana).