Look for packages
Some travel agencies or lodges offer packages. These include tours, food and shelter during the night while traveling. They will also provide you with guides. You may need to help out pitching the tent or cooking the food but that’s all part of the experience.
Plan your suitcase well
Make sure that you have all the necessary items in your bags to avoid last-minute shopping. Some things like batteries and bottled water are expensive in some parts of Africa. You don’t want to break your budget just because you forgot to bring extra batteries for your camera. Be prepared.
Bring snacks
If you have a long flight, you will usually be served just the main meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner. You might get hungry in between so be sure to bring some airplane-friendly snacks with you. This way, you won’t have to pay overpriced airplane food that usually does not taste very good. Plus, you can choose the foods you like to eat and plan a healthier meal.
