Going on an African Safari is a trip of a lifetime. You’ll see and do\n things that you’ll remember for the rest of your life. Whether you’re \ngoing as a couple, taking the whole family or enjoying a solo trip, \nyou’re sure to enjoy yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, there’s one thing that can get in the way of your enjoyment- bugs. You’ll likely already know that Africa is known<\/a> for mosquitos and other pesky bugs that can bite. Here are some tips on finding the best bug repellent<\/strong> for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Female Anopheles mosquitos spread malaria. These mosquitos will most \noften bite during the night, so it’s essential to sleep with a mosquito \nnet during your trip. The Malaria parasite enters the bloodstream and \nthen travels to the liver. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Once the infection develops, it re-enters the bloodstream and attacks red blood cells. Some of the symptoms of Malaria<\/a> include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are lots of things you can do to repel these mosquitos and other bugs you may encounter on your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When choosing which bug repellent to take with you, you may be faced \nwith an extensive choice. Remember that cheap repellents may not work as\n well and you’ll be putting yourself at risk using them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The main ingredient in any good bug repellent is DEET. The higher the\n concentration of DEET in your repellent, the more protected you’ll be \nfrom bugs. You can find out the concentration by looking at the \ningredients list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, the higher the concentration of DEET, the longer your \nrepellent will last. For example, a repellent with 80% DEET could last \nup to ten hours if you’re out exploring for the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Always read the instructions on your repellent carefully as some should not be applied directly to your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s often better to buy your repellents before you go on your trip. \nIt could be difficult to find them while you’re traveling. Here are some\n repellents you can rely on while you’re away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ingredient DEET is not recommended for young children’s skin. The\n highest percentage that can safely be applied is 7%. It is also unwise \nto apply any bug repellent to children’s hands as they have a habit of \nrubbing their eyes or putting their fingers in their mouths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n RID Tropical Insect Repellent is one of the safest options on the \nmarket. They make a child-safe version of their repellent called KIDs \nRID. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many people wonder whether electronic repellents work as well as \nsprays or roll on’s. After all, it would save you the hassle of \nremembering to apply your repellent. However, it is not recommended that\n you use an electronic repellent alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Electronic repellents need to be plugged in at an electronic point, \nso they’re most useful in hotel rooms as you sleep. The repellent \nreleases vapor into the room that will discourage bugs from entering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should still reapply your spray or lotion before sleeping each \nnight to make sure you’re fully protected, especially when visiting \nareas like Nigeria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have you ever wondered why people on safari wear light-colored \nclothes? You’ve probably seen the light-colored shirts and cargo pants \nbefore. In fact, it’s often referred to as ‘going on safari<\/a>‘. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There’s a good reason why people on safari wear <\/strong>these light colors. While traveling around, you’re more susceptible to bug bites but bugs are far more attracted to darker colors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, bare that in mind while you’re packing your suitcase. White, \ncream and beige colors are all great if you’ve got a lot of sight-seeing\n to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s also important to make sure you pack long sleeve tops and pants. Cotton is a fantastic fabric for staying cool\n in the heat. You should aim to wear long sleeves and pants first thing \nin the morning and last thing at night when the mosquitos tend to be out\n in force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you’re out exploring and enjoying yourself, it can be difficult \nto remember to reapply your mosquito repellent. A great way of reminding\n yourself is to set a timer on your watch or phone so you get an alert \nwhen you’re busy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re headed on an African safari,<\/a><\/strong> bug repellent is a must for your travel kit. Since many areas of Africa are known for malaria mosquitos, it’s important to choose a repellent that is reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is Malaria?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Which Repellents Should I Buy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mosquito Repellent and Young Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Electronic Repellents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Top Tip 2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Top Tip 3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Choosing The Best Bug Repellent For You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n