The summer weather in Gauteng (Joburg area) is like the American MidWest: sunny and warm most days, but a lightning and thunder storm with rain most afternoons. Until the rain comes, it can be very humid. You don’t say where you are from (which can affect how you handle the weather here), so I would say to bring a fold-up umbrella for the afternoon rains, a light jacket or sweater (called a "jersey" here) or a shawl for the cooler temps.

For the safari, you will need neutrals like khaki, tan, dark green. Long pants are a good idea, even if you will be in a vehicle, as the areas where they have safaris tend to be very hot and dry and the sun beating down on your bare legs (or though dark fabric) will be pretty uncomfortable after a while. Bring a hat, preferably something that will shade your face and the back of your neck and bring a very high PF sunscreen (I use 40+ but I am very fair). The South African sun is more intense than anything you have EVER experienced in the US (and I lived in Arizona for 3 years, so I know what I am talking about!). Also, if you are going near water sources, like rivers, lakes, etc., don’t forget mosquito repellant–the mossies here are fierce!! You might also want to bring some of those 100% cotton bandana hankies (in neutral colours) to use as sweatbands and neckerchiefs–expect to sweat here unless you come from a very hot environment.

As far as clothing is concerned, South Africa is a VERY casual place. Shorts on men–even on old whitehaired grandpas– (knee-length) are much more common here than in the US. Everybody wears jeans all year round. T-shirts are popular as well, "Smart casual" is the dress code for evening wear–that means you can wear a peasant skirt, Tshirt, dressy sandals, a pretty sash at the waist and some standout-jewellery (like turquoise neckace and earrings) and be in the first flush of fashion. To keep your packing to a minimum, I would recommend bringing things you can wear with your neutrals-things that coordinate with them and then some contrasting accessories, like a persimmon or deep aqua scarf to wear with a tan skirt and top.

South Africa is fashion forward, but casual–Google "Sandton City" and check the various shops in the mall for an idea as to what we wear here (wear what we do and you won’t look like a tourist). Be aware that we have Ed Hardy, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Armani–we also have Mr. Price and Ackermans (think Kmart, WalMart fashions).

I have been here 8 years (from NorCalif) and I love it here. Welcome to South Africa!!

PS–the shopping here is fab: I saw cotton blend ladies Tshirts today 2 for R50–that’s about $3.50 each!
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ETA: Oh sorry. Ok no tan/beige clothing is A MUST for a safari. You cannot stand out in neutrals! Cargo pants, that sort of thing. Black is great for eves but agan not sure if you’re man or woman. Cocktail gown for ladies (1 is fine) dinner jacket for men. Sport/casual is the look. You will look like a tourist because you will have a guide and probably a camera round your neck. There is nothing wrong with that.

Maybe go on YT and check videos on safari for the look?

I’d bring 4 sleeveless blouses, 2 long sleeves, 2 shorts, 3 long pants or if you have the zipper pants that convert to short then 2 or 3 of those. Usually you can get laundry done. Some good walking shoes, 2 or 3 pairs and 1 for eve. It depends if you want to travel light or not. Oh you’ll need at least 1 lg sleeve jacket. Nights can be quite cold. And sorry for misunderstanding earlier!
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