Effective preparation includes being ready for both the colder evenings and those that may bite in the dark, when a seat at the campfire can be made a great deal more comfortable by packing the right kit. We have picked some of the best to make that packing list easier to compile for both you and your partner.
MEN
Despite the name, this is a classic beanie hat in 100% American wool, which is perfect for variable weather conditions. The cuff can be rolled to alter the coverage and style and it packs into a tiny space, making it the ideal travel companion. When the sun goes down and a seat by the fire beckons, put this on and feel set for the evening.
A black background with a multitude of animal portraits becomes a masculine and stylish addition to a safari wardrobe when twisted into a neck scarf. The soft modal and cashmere blend is comfortable on sun burned skin and keeps the cold and the insects at bay.
Cashmere Malvern Quarter-Zip Sweater by Westley Richards
Beautifully soft cashmere, knitted in Scotland in a flattering and easy-blending shade that will complement any of your safari range, the Malvern Sweater delivers a lot of warmth in a very small, light package, perfect for travel. The quarter zip provides instant heat regulation and cuts out drafts. The soft material will not irritate sun-burned skin and delivers its warmth without the bulk of less efficient yarns.
Hide Jacket by Westley Richards
Long favoured by our Managing Director for his hunting safaris, the Hide Jacket was designed for cold nights in a leopard blind or chilly mornings waiting for a lion to show himself. This bomber-jacket style, lightweight provides full protection from the elements and a no-compromise approach to staying warm and active.
WOMEN
Giraffes and Zebras Scarf by Faliero Sarti
This 100% silk scarf features Peter Beard's beautiful images in this special collaboration edition. A joyful, colour-infused celebration of Africa, it lightens any outfit and brings the warmth and luxury of silk to the often essential task of keeping flying objects and creatures out of your shirt and stopping the chill in its tracks.
Harwood Cardigan in Walnut by Westley Richards
This cashmere button-up cashmere cardigan is warm, soft, light and packable. Ideal for the odd cold spell or unexpected chill. This flattering shade of walnut matches well with most safari colour and makes an ideal warm-up layer.
Safari Trouser by Westley Richards
When the sun goes down the shorts need to go away, as mosquitoes will start to bite at dusk. Be prepared to repel the attack with these comfortable Japanese cotton trousers, which will provide full coverage and protection.
Ladies Wonder Woman Jacket in Olive Goat Suede by Meindl
An unconventional choice for safari perhaps but fantastically protective, warm and high quality, with a pocket for every purpose. Just put it on and hunker down, knowing you have a durable, full-coverage layer against the outdoors to look forward to every night.
With these classic garments in your travel bag you will be perfectly set for warm, comfortable and memorable nights around the fire, re-living the adventures of the day as hyenas laugh at your jokes from the tree-line and lions roar in the distance.
Alongside its custom rifles, luxury travel bags and high quality country clothing, the modern Westley Richards continues a 200-year tradition of outfitting hunters and adventurers for the rigours of outdoor life. With an unrivalled heritage of safari wear, the company produces a range of luxury safari clothes for the ultimate safari packing list. Inspired by former clients Ernest Hemingway and Stewart Granger each safari jacket, hunting shirt and cargo trouser reflects Westley Richards ethos of timeless style and exceptional quality. Pair a rugged safari shirt and safari shorts with some world famous Courteney boots and a classic safari hat.