What to Pack for South Africa

Pack clothing to suit the season and location of your visit. South Africa is coldest during a Cape Town winter or at night-time on the Highveld.

The days can be very warm at any time of year though, so bring plenty of cool clothing. In summer, don't forget beach wear.

Remember a sun hat, particularly if you're going on safari, and sun protection cream. If you're heading into a malaria risk area you'll find full-length clothing useful (just make sure it's not too heavy) as well as spray-on mosquito repellent.

Bring practical shoes - you'll probably be doing a fair amount of walking. Bring hiking boots if you plan on doing mountain trails longer than a single day.

Upmarket hotels and city clubs may require collared shirts, so bring a set of smart clothing if you plan on being glamorous.

The most practical items to pack are:

• Khaki, brown, white and beige colours
• Light cotton tops and cotton trousers/shorts in summer
• Safari trousers and warm tops for evenings and cooler days
• Swimwear, snorkel, mask, fins, sun lotion
• A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
• Plastic sandals, to protect feet against injury from sharp coral or stone fish
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Camera film and batteries

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