What Not to Wear on an African Safari

Heading to the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania or Krueger National Park in South Africa and not sure what to wear? Well here are a few things you should not wear on a safari to help keep you more comfortable and safe on your next safari trip.
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[@ParfDull]

Travel KZbin's greatest power couple

[@woltersworld]

thank you :)

[@Melanie-le6mw]

I agree

[@sarahtheblue]

As somebody who lives in South Africa, when we go to the local national parks, I see SO MANY tourists dressing inappropriately, this video is 100% accurate and exactly the kind of things that you need to do when you're in the bush(as we call it). I have seen so many youtubers even *cough Desi Perkins cough* dressing like you're heading to a PR event meanwhile you're actually sweating in the bush and the rest of us are laughing at you! Please take this couple's advice - its functional.

[@vicktorjansson3109]

Love your videos! You should do more videos with your wife, you're great together on camera!

[@woltersworld]

Thank you

[@paulsimmons5726]

Main takeaways - wear khakis, long sleeves, no ball caps but large brimmed safari type hats, bring sunscreen & bug repellent, dress in layers and not heavy clothes! Thanks for posting!

[@JamieDouthit]

I was actually thinking about wearing Dockers, my university sweatshirt & a baseball hat. This video crushed my hopes & dreams.

[@34cvc]

As if american tourists weren't recognizable enough 😂

[@woltersworld]

You would be surprised my friend... you would be surprised. We dont make these things up ;)

[@drogmalafa1455]

Damn, that actually sounds kinda good right now

[@rosscole3682]

I once took my prescription sunglasses out on safari and left my regular glasses at the accommodation, which became a pain when the sun inevitably set around 6pm (in Malawi)... this meant that I had to choose between no glasses (no vision), or sunglasses in the dark (no vision)... this probably won't affect most people, but worth keeping in mind!

[@Joker-yw9hl]

Mark the King. Legend. Best wishes for you and your family

[@Aromatundskate]

I now watched like 20 vids from wolter in a row and i just love how positive he is, even in the ‚don’ts-videos‘. Keep up your good work wolter!

[@grrrr....maritz6491]

Great video! We locals always chuckle at tourists who come to South Africa and obviously went all out on Safari gear and only packed that while walking the streets of Cape Town etc. So yes, pack a set or so of your "normal" clothes when you visit Africa and plan to go to the cities unless you really want to stand out from the crowd.

[@ppoletto]

It’s good to remember that in Southern Africa it does get very cold in early early morning on winter time. I was in South Africa in April and it was cold indeed when we left for the game drive at dawn. We were wearing two jackets plus the blanket provided by the ranger. But by late morning it was already warm. So dressing in layers is essential. Great videos as always, congratulations

[@lestranged]

What not to wear: Velvet evening gown. Stiletto heels. Fur coat. Tarzan costume.

[@ProfessorWolters]

Our guide was telling us about tourists that actually do have high heels for the safari trips.

[@lestranged]

@@maddoxadonis5080 I definitely do not give a shit about instagram. Why did you add this spammy comment as a reply to a year old comment? Nobody is going to see your ad but me and I only saw it because of the notification. I mean "Donald Frank" saw it but that is also your account. I mean no real people will see it. I could easily delete my original comment and that would delete your replies too. You should be spamming new comments, not replies buried in nested old comments.

[@deshawnaugustus8324]

I guess im asking the wrong place but does anybody know a way to log back into an instagram account?? I stupidly lost the login password. I love any tricks you can give me.

[@tommylee7218]

@Deshawn Augustus Instablaster =)

[@deshawnaugustus8324]

@Tommy Lee i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site on google and I'm in the hacking process atm. Takes quite some time so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@BriansArtforAnimals]

good advice..when traveling around towns, you can leave the safari gear back at the hotel or tented camp. Out there wearing earth tones (and those zip on/off shorts/pants) are the best. And support good animal conservation.

[@juliewood823]

Thanks soooooooo much heading to my safari in July (Kenya) this video was extremely helpful ❤

[@maddogsblues9206]

Your kids are so lucky growing up traveling around the world. Heading to Italy, Malta and Greece next spring. Learned a lot from your videos to help make the trip smooth sailing, especially about Rome!

[@kawannahardy2924]

I know, right?? I asked them a few yrs ago to adopt me. I haven't heard back yet. 😣😔

[@jimpikul8551]

Glad you know about the buck naked shorts. True, real comfortable and wash / dry quick! Maybe dry on the fly pants? Armachillo didn’t make a difference to me, but the shirts were easy care. Enjoy Africa!

[@Melanie-le6mw]

Awwwwww soooo cute!!!! Your wife Jocelyn is too cute!!!!!! ❤️

[@iiAngelic]

I’m not going to Africa anytime soon, but I just like watching your videos!

[@woltersworld]

Thank you

[@pattjer]

We are going to Namibia in December. We can not wait Thanks for the video.

[@westcoastjenn1633]

You guys are fantastic! I have a big safari planned for early next year and I'm taking notes, thanks for all the tips, they are extremely helpful.

[@katherinehughes9161]

Great and helpful!

[@pdharwadkar]

“People are normal” 😂 I love it and really love that you added the last tip!!

[@olgashenfeld7882]

Your recommendations sound legit and common sense. Hopefully I can make it to Tanzania, because it looks awesome. Keep making more great videos.

[@woltersworld]

it was an amazing trip

[@r.jyonce8253]

@@woltersworld hi, I’m planning a trip to Mikumi National Park. We want to go for one day then enjoy Zanzibar. Is that a good park?

[@MalteseKat]

No safari for me. But you two are experienced travelers. Even so, my ideal place for safari is my local park.

[@RayPerkins01]

Wherever I travel in the World, if I am camping, I always take a hot water bottle. Wonderful!

[@tosht2515]

Tsetse fly bite. 😳 Fun video, guys. Great advice. And good investment in safari type clothes...will come in handy *_if_* you ever get around to exploring U.S. deserts or national parks in general.

[@ProfessorWolters]

Thanks Tosh. Or if we want to go for a walk this weekend in Illinois where it is insane hot and insane heat :)

[@tosht2515]

😀 Damn hot indeed. And don't forget about Australia...perfect for the outback.

[@WanderlustAweSyndrome]

Awesome tips!!!! I'm saving this when I get out there. I'll be watching this video over and over again when I go on my first safari. Thank you, guys!!!!

[@woltersworld]

i am glad we could help :)

[@brokenbritain9441]

Nice video you will be advised to carry a dust mask as the dust quite bad when driving and don't wear ex army clothes

[@robinbregman]

Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge. I enjoy your videos and always learn something new even though I consider myself an experienced traveler. When you made this video, what month was it? We are going to Kenya and Tanzania in July.

[@TheMeganDaily]

Just the video I needed as I pack! Thank you good sir. Anyone advice on wear to buy said safari clothes?

[@sl4193]

I'm in the UK so don't really have any advice that would help apart from - I think that Mark mentioned REI in reply to an earlier enquiry.

[@greske6]

Love your travels; huge fan. Just finished a short fanart video fitting to this one! Hope you enjoy it. :)

[@thejohnsonsnaturalliving1549]

Thank u so much! My family and I will be there in July 🙏🏾💃

[@woltersworld]

Have fun!!!

[@thejohnsonsnaturalliving1549]

@@woltersworld thank u!!!!

[@RobertSmith-mr1zd]

Love bloopers on end of video, keep putting those here! :)

[@WanderlustAweSyndrome]

I love them, too!!!

[@frednich9603]

Going on safari is like 40th on my list of things I want to do in my life, but I still watched this video as soon as I saw the notification! You've got me trained like Pavlov's dog. (and that's a good thing) You two are so awesome together, keep showing the bloopers, loved it!

[@woltersworld]

Thank you :) we had a tough time getting Ngorongoro conservation area down ;)

[@dru1894]

Of love to go on a safari. I’ve never seen an elephant in real life. Or an antelope or wildebeest. Would produce some of the best photos/memories ever

[@EpisodesofaTrip]

Awesome video with a great tips :)

[@Bubble_Fett]

You're both adorable!

[@kristinaharper7496]

What an interesting video! The animals all look so beautiful. Looks like a great trip! Love watching your videos

[@woltersworld]

It was an amazing trip

[@AisleorWindow]

Great video as always, and I definitely appreciated the bloopers at the end!

[@woltersworld]

Thanks! Thought they were fun.

[@xxxellbrownoxxx]

You guys need to do more blooper videos if you make any during your shoots

[@travelingbucketlist8419]

very informative

[@sifaeljoseph7473]

Thanks Wolters World for exploring my home country Tanzania with attractions such as Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park.

[@woltersworld]

You are welcome. We loved our time there. Such a wonderful country

[@sifaeljoseph7473]

Thank you @@woltersworld hopeful next time you will do Mount Kilimanjaro Tanzania, the highest mountain in Africa with its summit about 5,895 metres above sea level.

[@zemlidrakona2915]

Having been on African safaris a few times, this seems pretty accurate. I would add bring bug repellent. However I didn't really worry about not looking like a "safari nerd" and nobody really cared.

[@tereziapankova2518]

Thank you so much for the advices : ) How about the shoes? : )

[@beckiwallis6917]

Do you guys do tour groups?? We are wanting to go on safari but think we should go w a travel group. Thoughts??

[@riccardosartori3822]

I'll be leaving for a holiday in Kenya next Wednesday with my gf, we'll stay on the coast for most of the time but we are planning a couple of days of safari, do you have any suggestions for seaside clothes and/or non-safari excursion clothes?

[@Marwaves]

Good tips. Most of my clothes is black or turquoise/teal/blue so Im getting a bunch of cheap green things. What are your thoughts on leggins? I hike in them at times, they are comfy and sort of temperature proof. Are they ok? What about colours like a light lilac type? Also no? Thanks and happy travels

[@MrVikingsandra]

Great tips! You made me think about the mosquitoes there...Some of them can be quite aggressive and dangerous right? Transmit diseases, the yellow fever and whatnot. How did you guys protect yourselves from them? Shots before leaving?

[@jbtulsarn2706]

No shots recommended by my physician.

[@jenniferlyons4150]

What an amazing adventure! ( Great advice ) Clothing brand and style recommendations? Love your channel!

[@woltersworld]

We had a lot of the clothes from REI, kids and I had North Face jackets, Some decent pants from Colombia.

[@Ryan-dc6lj]

Yea, I wore jeans and a hoodie. Not my best idea XD

[@cressidaonthego]

Hello any advice on where to get a 3 day safari from Zanzibar to the Nhorongoro crater ?

[@lawsonone6015]

Great tips! Thank you!

[@woltersworld]

Thank you

[@jeanforest8060]

May I ask WHO'S that Playboy model featured from around 4:45? Astonishing! Should we then go on a safari?😚

[@DougieBee]

Trophy Wife! Good job, breh.

[@woltersworld]

Not a trophy wife. I am a trophy husband silly.

[@BreakingBrick]

This Ngorogoro park does really exist?? I had some playmobil toys back in the 80s written Ngorogoro on it. Thanks for your content!

[@woltersworld]

Oh yes. And it is spectacular.

[@vicepresidentmikepence889]

Never wear an antler hat

[@zajagter2888]

Tbh I would do it just to trigger the anti's

[@bethroesch2156]

Most of my wardrobe is black 😱 thank you so much!!! Any chance of Mrs. Wolters doing a what to wear and carry for women in different places??

[@woltersworld]

If you aren't there when the tze flies are bad you will be ok still

[@Wellch]

Beth Roesch poor Johnny Cash.

[@fabiogutierrez5197]

🤗🤗

[@absolute3112]

What about dresses? On vacation, I tend to ONLY wear dresses, its easier to navigate the potty, offers ventilation when its hot.. and I know to spray for bugs on my skin and fabric.

[@wowzieee]

Where haven t you been? We 're heading to Kenya and Tanzania first week of July. We 're wondering, suntan lotion, bug spray, buy it before we go? Or are there better ones available there? We 'll have pools in some of our hotels, okay to swim in, as far as chlorine levels, what do you think? Were you okay with the food, as in tummy issues? Money exchange, at the airport there, or before we go .

[@jebichii3557]

I’m in Kenya and there are lots of bug sprays in the stores and chemist. Chlorine levels are ok. I don’t know about the food but it’s ok

[@chriswest7639]

Great tips guys. Just wondering. Have you done a vid about how to carry money/valuables whilst traveling. I normally turn my backpack to the front. But does anyone have any tips or tricks?

[@clow23]

I think they have. I remember seeing one

[@mayamojo4]

Love you mark

[@dwtubeyou]

What about wearing a red shirt? Is that better or worse than a very light blue shirt?

[@andrevdende8244]

Dont wear a tiger print shirt

[@woltersworld]

True

[@brunoschenkman8951]

Or meat scented clothes

[@woltersworld]

@@brunoschenkman8951 true :)

[@ninjaman815]

Wolters World Does that mean I cant wear my steak bacon necklace

[@lbunnygordon1133]

Did you see big 5 from Tanzania? I havent found any mosquito spray eorked apart from a Sri lankan product but cant remember name. Even deet useless. Did you fibd anything. I would really appreciate it if you could advise.

[@joshlunt7827]

Haha love the bloopers! :P

[@woltersworld]

Thanks Josh

[@joshlunt7827]

@@woltersworld No problem!! :)

[@jorath9644]

hehe good advices. and let me tell you, you both look good :) hope you enjoyed it

[@WanderlustAweSyndrome]

I agree!!!

[@woltersworld]

thank you

[@trevincollins6998]

If Tanzania is south of the equator wouldn't July and August be the coolest time

[@brucesummers7448]

Avoid cottons which do not dry or let sweat out and make for much hotter clothing. Also it costs pennies to treat clothing with permethrin at a 2% dilution using a garden sprayer. It will keep insects from landing on your clothing and biting. Apply picaridin at 15-20% to exposed skin. For a hat get a real hat with a full brim and not a baseball cap.

[@einat1622]

I like you two hosting toghther like that (when J is not talking, alone about cleaning & cooking ).

[@woltersworld]

We are trying to get her in more videos. The trolls kind of treat her badly though.

[@einat1622]

@@woltersworld Asshats !

[@joeoswalt5480]

i’m new on your channel

[@aineomalley6431]

Great advice :-)

[@woltersworld]

Thank you

[@monayolo17]

which month did u guys go?

[@mariamendez7880]

I love your advice on don't wear safari clothes in the city! I laughed last time I was on a flight to Kenya and I saw people in full safari gear, including the safari hats, on the plane🤣🤣🤣

[@denisedavis9908]

When I flew home we left game drive and went directly to the airport....I was in First Class so I could change on the plane but boarded in my safria wear...

[@woltersworld]

Yeah. We thought that we needed to mention that one :)

[@johnofdebar4071]

First hand confirmation with blue. My rationale was: blue is my favurite color, so i bought blue trousers Btw, not even Repellents helped me against tzw tze flies, and aw boy it hurts when they sting

[@flarfatron2190]

Why am I here, im not going to Africa any time soon 😂

[@piedathemokona]

Just applied for the Girl Guides of Canada international travel as a possible leader if I get picked, and one of the countries they listed is Kenya, so thanks for making safari ^.^ Also thanks to the Lion King remake and me going to the zoo, I want to go to Africa despite my friends telling me it's a war zone

[@sifaeljoseph7473]

Welcome to TANZANIA, its very peaceful zone, No worry, No war, people are very friendly.

[@Thecircustapes]

Don't forget that tsestse flies can cause sleeping sickness and that is not pleasant from what I've heard

[@alessandrofrioli6978]

hope the fly is not infected

[@ripley1828]

Mrs W, where did you buy the safari clothes?

[@woltersworld]

REI

[@christopherkyledeleon4193]

Btw is it possible to wear a "field grey" shirt ?

[@isabelgodinho7913]

I want to do a Safari can u pleased advise me

[@shivarajbhusad3162]

Shoes or Slip on sandals?

[@k.k8247]

Just want to correct you something in the description. It is Kruger National Park😅😅😅

[@NakulGanapathy]

Well this is great advice 😂 I’m watching lion king tonight so I gotta dress appropriately

[@RobertLinthicum]

Shirt that fits, top tip.

[@woltersworld]

yeah... that's a bit hard for me since i am just too fat as is. The safari shirt industry stops at a XXL... so i am working on it so i fit better on our next safari

[@jimpikul8551]

Wolters World maybe try Duluth trading company online? I have gotten their stuff and it fits well. I am a big guy also. Appreciate the videos and a loyal viewer. Keep hydrated out there!

[@woltersworld]

@@jimpikul8551 I always fly in their buck naked underwear. Doesnt ride up. And I really like their compression socks too. Good shorts as well for us manly men :)

[@AllieFettig]

I've been on vacations where I totally underestimated what to wear and a safari is one thing I have no clue on what to wear. I would just assume it be hot and I just wear the least amount of clothes, which shows how much I know.

[@woltersworld]

A lot of tourists do that and you can but with the intensity of the sun and bugs. It's just not the best clothing option :)

[@christinag.7545]

I’m not sure if you guys mentioned where y’all bought y’alls clothes? Online? The khakis.

[@WanderlustAweSyndrome]

Thank you!!! That's an excellent question!!!

[@WanderlustAweSyndrome]

@Emperor Alexander the Stag I'll have to remember this company. Thank you!!!

[@owenbutcher1954]

Keep on rockin' in the Free World hot cold or whatever

[@sheikyerbouti3902]

Make a video on what not to when visiting Area 51!

[@Wellch]

Can I get extra credit for watching your videos? 🙂

[@MajorAddiction]

Dig the National Parks shirt J is wearing

[@ProfessorWolters]

it is a cool one

[@penelopepitstop762]

Do you have another job other than traveling the world?

[@thecaliforniabruh1158]

What brand are the shirts?

[@mg_claymore8611]

I like a British or French style pith helmet

[@theanoiders9931]

Can you go to Israel please?

[@woltersworld]

We are going this fall

[@happybee7725]

What not to wear on safari? Animal print clothes. Don’t rock a leopard print dress near a herd of wildebeest and start a stampede or don’t wear a zebra striped jump suit near a pride of hungry lions. The obvious things.

[@lozerboozer]

Insect repellent?!??

[@maxprivate3805]

Beef Jerky necklace.

[@dc85337]

PS - (you didn't mention under-things) male and female

[@piotrkrolikiewicz6936]

What about shoes ?

[@woltersworld]

That we will cover in the packing video

[@woltersworld]

For shoes you should just wear comfortable close toed shoes as you are in the jeeps all day and not walking around too much.

[@jimbanville]

#1. Don’t wear animal print. #2. Don’t wear a fur coat.

[@tallflguy]

But what if I look really good in my fur coat??

[@lawsonone6015]

#3. Or RED