Do You Really Need a Safari Jacket?

A safari jacket is the most sought after item of clothing when planning an African journey.

You can thank the British. There is a blend of comfort and style and,
of course, form follows function- there are pockets, sometimes a belt, and rugged materials. Most are made with a heavy cotton material or leather.

As with all jacket fit is important Here the most important parts are comfort, range of movement, easy to get on and off.

Colors are also important-Nothing bright With safari clothing use Natural colors- Khaki, sand, taupe, Shades of browns and greens.

It is advisable to dress in layers when traveling in Africa.

If you find yourself in Kenya-
where there is a dizzying array ofsights sounds and geography-
the jacket can be useful for chilly evenings.

The pockets are plentiful enough (and large enough) for carrying some pictures from home-
maybe you'd like to share a little about yourself with your guide, driver, or host.

Your jacket can help keep you warm, give you some protection from dusty drives and help protect you from insect bites. (it may not be so helpful with larger animals).

Yes, you need one, and
you want to look the part if you going on an adventure so...

Plan on taking one with you and taking it home,

Your adventure doesn't need to end when you return home. If you find some thing that you like and is stylish
there is no reason to confine it to your closet.
You can wear it when you'd like to go on another adventure, or simply when it's a bit cool outdoors.

You may want to look at Safari Hats

You might want a Safari Vest

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