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10 Packing Essentials for a Dry-Zone Safari

Dust, heat and long drives. The small things that make a big difference: neutral clothing, a good scarf, binoculars and more.

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Udawalawe sits in Sri Lanka’s dry zone. Expect sunshine, heat and plenty of dust on the tracks. Packing well makes the long drives far more comfortable.

The list

  1. Neutral-coloured clothing: khaki, olive and beige blend in better than bright colours.
  2. A light scarf: for dust, sun and cool mornings.
  3. Wide-brimmed hat with a chin strap for open jeeps.
  4. Sunscreen and lip balm.
  5. Binoculars: even a small pair transforms the experience.
  6. Reusable water bottle.
  7. Light rain jacket if you travel in the wetter months.
  8. Insect repellent for dawn and dusk.
  9. Camera with a zoom lens and spare batteries.
  10. Small bag for rubbish: leave nothing behind in the park.