Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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What should you pack for a Safari in Africa? This guide includes camera and lens gear, camera accessories, technical gear, health, insurance, clothing and more. I'll select my top OM System cameras and lenses to bring.

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0:00 - Intro
0:35 - Camera bag for safari
1:31 - Camera Gear for Safari
6:12 - Camera Gear Accessories for Safari
7:39 - Video Gear for Safari
10:04 - Tips for Photography on Safari
11:43 - Non Photography Gear for Safari
17:13 - Identification Books for Safari in Africa
18:27 - Story of how my first lucky image in Africa
22:52 - Health Tips for Safari
24:32 - Travel Insurance
24:35 - Camera Gear Insurance for Safari
24:51 - Visa for Safari
25:06 - Clothing for Safari