Packing for an African Safari Photography Trip

JOHN QUARENGHI

Packing for an African Safari

PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP

PACKING FOR

AN AFRICAN SAFARI PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP

Going on an African safari is something that many photographers can only dream of.

Indeed, the chance to photograph beautiful animals in their natural habitat is a once in a lifetime experience.

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If you have an African safari photography trip coming up, you can make the most of it by

TRIPOD

packing the following items:

Nobody wants to take hundreds of blurry photos.

CAMERA

to a moving vehicle so you’re all set to take some

The most important thing to pack is your camera. Choose one that allows you to switch out the lenses quickly, and that you trust to take

Invest in a good quality tripod that you can attach amazing shots.

MEMORY CARDS

amazing photographs.

Don’t let a lack of memory hold you back. Bring

LENSES

have to worry about running out of storage

When it comes to lenses, it’s best to bring a couple you can use for different purposes. You will want to bring different lenses for close-up shots, and a zoom lens for more distant shots.

multiple memory cards if you can so you never during your trip.

CLEANING ACCESSORIES Cameras and lenses can quickly become dusty while on safari, so bring everything you need to clean your equipment between shots.

When it comes to lenses, it’s best to bring a couple you can use for different purposes. You will want to bring different lenses for close-up shots, and a zoom lens for more distant shots.

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