WEDDING DRESS CODE
The dress code we’ve decided is best described as ‘summer wedding’ (even though it’s winter in Africa) meaning a collared shirt and jacket for men, and summer dresses/skirts/pants for women. Think summer wedding in Europe, Australia or the States and you’ll be dressed just right!

On the morning of the wedding we will be visiting some semi-wild elephants and climbing on a safari vehicle to the ceremony site and back to the reception. So for women, we recommend a pair of flat shoes in addition to evening heels. The evening may get cool, so ladies, bring a light jacket or shawl for dinner. We will be dining outside on a patio (indoors if it rains).

TRAVEL HEALTH AND SOUTH AFRICA
If you’re not a regular traveler, you may need to review your travel health. We recommend taking a look at the CDC’s advice for South Africa here. Up-to-date rabies and tetanus inoculations are a good idea, so please check this with your local doctor and take their advice. The area is not an active malaria zone but speak to your doctor/travel clinic with regards to advice and the malaria prophylaxis. It is also recommended that you bring a small first-aid kit with your regular medication and general items you might require while away from home.

DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?
We highly recommend personal travel insurance for your trip. We use World Nomads (Wild Tomorrow Fund is an affiliate) and Allianz. Whatever policy you choose, it’s important to let your provider know the nature of your trip, and make sure that your policy covers you for safari activities such as game viewing and safaris, has high medical coverage limits and covers emergency evacuation and care that is separate from your medical coverage. And your camera!

WHAT SHALL I PACK?
In addition to your fancy wedding outfit the remainder of the trip will be casual ‘bush clothing’, so we recommend you pack almost like you’re going on a hiking trip:
• Shorts/cropped pants
• T-shirts
• Fleece/Sweater (for evenings and early mornings). Wendy usually packs a scarf for early morning game drives!
• Brimmed hat or peak cap
• Lightweight waterproof jacket
• Long-sleeved tops
• Jeans or long trousers
• Walking/hiking shoes (comfortable, waterproof if possible).
• Sneakers/trainers
• Sandals or flip-flops,
• Swimsuit! There are two lovely pools.
• Sunscreen lotion and SPF lip balm.
• Sunglasses
• Large re-usable water bottle
• For those who love caffeine, we recommend a thermos to take your coffee with you on early morning drives.
• A small rucksack to take with you on road trips to hold your sunscreen, snacks, water bottle, hand-sanitizer, camera, etc.
• Camera and lots of film or a large memory card. We recommend a camera with a zoom. The bigger the better for wildlife photos!
• Binoculars if you own them
• Spare batteries. We encourage the use of rechargeable batteries
• Mosquito and tick repellent *essential*.
• Cream to soothe mosquito and insect bites
• Basic personal supply of first aid items (such as plasters for blisters, painkillers, eye drops, cold capsules, allergy meds, diarrhoea/nausea tablets, etc).
• Personal toiletries (shampoo/conditioner/soap/toothpaste etc).
• Any medications you may require
• If you wear glasses or contact lenses, it is advisable to bring spare/back-up options.

OTHER COSTS For those who were part of the big group booking, your payment includes accommodation, transport, planned activities plus dinners and breakfasts. The only cash you’ll need is for lunches, alcohol and souvenirs. The lodges that we will be staying at can charge alcohol to your room, which can be paid at the end of your stay via credit card (or South African Rand if you prefer!) As a rule of thumb consider food, drink and souvenirs to be about half the price of the US, UK and Australia.

CELL PHONES. Mobile phones operate with full reception (although it can be patchy in rural areas and between reserves). Speak to your carriers about international data plans.

IS THERE WIFI?
There is free wifi at the lodge reception and bar areas.

WHAT ADAPTER SHALL I BRING?
South Africa takes a three pronged adapter. Make sure to get the large one! There's a similar smaller pronged one that does not work. We have made this mistake. Here’s a 3 pack on Amazon.

DONATED SUPPLIES FOR THE COMMUNITY
If you have space in your suitcase, or an extra bag in your allowance, consider packing extra supplies to make your trip even more meaningful and impactful. The people who live around the wildlife reserves, and who we’ll be visiting, are very poor. You will have the opportunity to visit the daycare centers we support (children from babies to 5 years old). Many of these items can also be bought locally.
Needed items:
• New/lightly used children's clothes (all ages)
• Baby blankets
• School supplies: pens, pencils, coloring crayons, markers.
• Dish cloths, cutting knives, serving spoons for the soup kitchen.
• Toiletries: they would love shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, bandaids, antibiotic ointments.
• New/lightly used mens work trousers/chinos for rangers.
• Used digital cameras. Please ensure they are ‘ready to go’ with cables, batteries and memory cards. These will be used by rangers and reserve managers. Many of us have cameras collecting dust in cupboards!