Which one you go for will depend on your personal preference, but make sure you choose a well-made safari hat that will last. Most safari hats are made out of leather, rubber, cotton or man-made fabric. Why? Simply because you look the best when you feel most comfortable! And when on safari you can sometimes find yourself wearing a hat for the best part of a whole day, so it makes sense to ensure that any safari hat you buy is as comfortable as possible. They say that style and comfort must meet halfway, but if you must choose one over the other you should go for comfort. Buying a waterproof safari hat will make sure you’re protected from sun damage as well as from developing a bad odor. The other reason is that non-waterproof safari hats tend to be made out of cotton, which can start to smell a bit after a long day of usage. The obvious one is that if it rains whilst you’re on safari and you don’t have shelter your hat can protect you from the rain. WaterproofĪ waterproof safari hat is a good idea for a couple of reasons. So just how much sun-protection will the hat provide? You might want to consider buying a safari hat with a wide brim so it can cover both your face and your neck and protect you from sunburn. The primary reason for wearing a hat on a daily basis – not just on safari – is to provide protection from the sun while you’re out and about. Whilst there’s a time and a place for the traditional pith helmet (fancy dress party, perhaps?), there is much choice for great safari hats around today – the question is, ‘what should I look for in a safari hat?’ We believe there are several things that you need to consider when buying a good safari hat: Coverage (They were even worn indoors by some who believed sunlight could penetrate their roof!) Understanding of the sun’s powers has evolved since then, as has fashion, and safari hats have developed to be an essential piece of kit when spending time outdoors in sunny terrain, whether on a trip taking in the desert, jungle, savanna, or, of course, safari.Īnd these days safari hats are being worn not just for protection from the sun, but as a fashion statement too, acceptable as an accessory of choice when going outdoors in any situation given. *Pack a warm and cosy safari beanie for cold mornings and the African winter too.In the early 1900s, many Europeans in Asia started to were these pith helmets – and variations on them – as sun hats to protect their heads from the tropical sun. Number of wide-brimmed women's safari hats to pack for your safari: A note though: not all hats are packable and should be carried with your carry-on luggage - and, even when a hat is packable, never crush your safari hat under a hard object - such as shoes or binoculars - when packing. Modern wide-brimmed women's safari hats are also conveniently packable and are easy manipulate back into shape.Fortunately, there are more styles available for women today which range from leather hats to classically-styled indie and panama-shaped hats. Pack a women's safari hat which suits your safari style.Your safari hat will often be the most conspicuous part of you while viewing wildlife on a walking safari. Colour is key when choosing a women's safari hat - with neutral shades such as khaki, green, or brown the best.We find that a wide-brimmed safari hat definitely makes it more comfortable when you are caught out on a walk or game drive by a sudden thunderstorm or tropical shower, as at least your face remains dry and fewer drops go into your eyes. Wide-brimmed women's safari hats also provide shelter when it rains.A wide-brimmed women's safari hat is literally your first line of defence against sunburn. With mean high temperatures reaching mid-20 to mid-30 degrees Celsius on most safaris and with safari areas in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, and Zambia high above sea level, the effects of the sun will be pronounced and the risk of being burnt by the sun will be high.For the best protection from the strength of the midday sun in Africa - for your neck and face - pack a wide-brimmed women's safari hat.
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