If you are lucky enough to be going on a safari in Africa, then you will be sure to encounter some exotic animals and create memories that will last a lifetime.

With an endless election of modern gadgets available at affordable prices, you can kit yourself out with some useful gizmos before your trip to really get the most out of your time on that safari tour. Here are just a few of the top gadgets to use on a safari in Africa, giving you the edge when it comes to everything from taking photographs to finding your way across the open plains.

Night Vision Binoculars

Because of the intense heat during the day, some of the most interesting beasts come out to play at night, which makes night vision binoculars one of the most essential safari gadgets on the market, thanks to a combination of functional factors.

The main benefit is that you can enjoy optical magnification for added visual clarity at a distance, along with the ability to view objects that are just a few feet away, which means you will be able to pick up animals regardless of your relative position to them.

Some night vision binoculars can operate for up to 30 hours from a single charge. They should also let you see in the dark using the light of the moon and the stars, but in particularly pitch conditions, you can utilise built-in infrared emitters which will let you illuminate whatever you target, without alerting the wildlife to your presence.

Long-lasting Camcorder

If you want to capture the safari action in full motion video, then invest in a durable digital camcorder that utilises solid state storage for convenience and longevity.

While there are camcorders out there that shoot better quality footage and have more onboard storage for your clips via tape or hard drive, camcorders that use Flash memory are recommendable for safari goers because of the rugged exterior, durable design and water resistant properties that you can find on offer. The memory is also less susceptible to damage from bumps or jolts.

You can drop some digital camcorders into water and they will come out working perfectly, with a resistance to liquids ranging in depth from a few centimetres right up to 10 feet or more. You can also get units that are dustproof and shockproof which is perfect when you’re camping in Africa. Dropping them onto the dry ground while on safari will not hamper its ability to record full HD 1080p video clips, which you can share when you return home.

Digital SLR Camera

For photography fans who want to capture the landscape and its animals in detail while on safari, there will be no other choice than a digital SLR camera.

However, SLRs can be expensive and you may be wary of buying a budget option in case your snaps do not live up to expectations. That is why you need to find one that combines value for money with performance to ensure that it is a good choice for cash-conscious travellers.

In this category you can expect to encounter models with 10 megapixel sensors and memory card ports offering support for SD cards. You will also want an SLR that features a fairly easy to use set of functions so as not confuse novices, or indeed restrict those with experience.

Handheld GPS

When out on safari in Africa, you will be unsurprised to learn that typical GPS sat nav systems are not going to give you the detail you need to help you with navigation. For this reason, it is worth investing in a gadget that is specifically intended for the great outdoors where paved roads and large settlements are few and far between. There are a number of such GPS gadgets on the market that have plenty of useful features to make them perfect for safari tours that go off the beaten path.

You can get GPS gadgets for safari that have ample, full colour touch screen displays and a simple set of interface features that let you make the most of the detailed mapping of many areas of the globe. You can plot routes, check your altitude, use it as a compass and examine the topography via downloadable add-ons.

These handheld gadgets are good for the great outdoors on any continent and should be a boon for safari participants and happy campers who want to take the tour under control.

Written by the travelsupermarket cheap holidays team.

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