Booking An African Safari in the Month of April
Africa in April experiences one of the year’s biggest weather changes: heavy rains fall across East Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Zanzibar, but down in Southern Africa the reverse is true: it’s drying up.
Botswana should undoubtedly be considered if you’re planning a safari during April. At this time of year, the rains have ended, meaning the Okavango Delta is flooded, creating fresh, idyllic surroundings for the water-based safari activities you can only experience in this unique part of the world.
You can also visit other safari destinations like South Africa, Namibia, Seychelles, and Mauritius. The African Safari experience during these seasons is great since you will spot so much wildlife around water holes and pans.
In East Africa, the rains are heavy, and not suitable for a proper wildlife safari, but can still be a good time to enjoy offers and deals and explore more exclusive safari accommodations.
How is the weather in April For Safaris
What to Pack For an African Safari In April
April is a wet month and falls under the long rainy season from February to May, we advise you to pack your African Safari warm but light clothes.
Below are some of the essential items to pack for an African Safari in August.
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- Comfortable sneakers/sandals/walking shoes for game walks
- Flip-flops or similar for pool or in-room use, or even in safari vehicle
- Baseball cap or hat to keep dust/sun from the head
- Windbreaker/fleece jacket for layering during game drives and evening
- Jeans (one or two pairs)
- Khaki or cotton pants/slacks, for dinnertime
- Four T-shirts for daytime wear
- Button-down long-sleeve sports shirts (optional at dinner for men)
- Long-sleeve and mid-sleeve women’s cotton shirts for layering
- Shorts/cut-offs—two or three pairs for mid-day wear
- Sleeveless shirts for warmer days—very necessary for summer
- Bathing suit
- Underwear (sports bras are recommended for game drives)
- Socks
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Pack enough daily vitamins and prescribed medicine to last your entire trip. Keep your prescriptions in their original bottles and store them in your carry-on bag.
- Allergy remedy
- Rehydration salts like Liquid I.V.
- Pain reliever
- Antiseptic cream
- Motion sickness tablets
- Dramamine
- Dramamine Natural Non-Drowsy
- Heartburn remedy
- Anti-diarrhea medicine
- Cold/flu tablets
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For more clothing ideas, check out our guide to what to pack for an African safari.
Best Places to Visit this April
Under the best places you can visit in April, and if you would probably enjoy the best safari in Africa. We prefer luxury and guided safaris in Africa for an optimum experience. With this April guide, you will be able to understand if it suits your interests and preferences. For further assistance, kindly get in touch.
Our Tailor Made Safari Packages to Book in April
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Gallery of Safaris in April
Looking for a perfect African Safari to book in April? We’ve got some of the best safari ideas for you here. Browse and choose the best that suits your holiday safari interest. In case there is none, please get in touch with our Safari Experts, and we will ensure you get exactly what you are looking for.
Other Months to Explore For Safaris in Africa
Looking for the perfect Time for an African Safari? We have listed below more guides that will help you determine the best time and place to visit Africa for your safari Adventure.