Summer in South Africa brings sun-filled days perfect for spending time in open waters. Boat outings are a great way to cool down and enjoy the season in style.
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While it might be tempting to set sail immediately, there are a few essential items to pack for your seabound journey to ensure a comfortable adventure. Need help determining what items to include in your bag? Take a look at a few items you won’t regret packing.
Lightweight & waterproof jacket
A sea adventure usually calls for unexpected winds and cool breezes, so you’ll need some reinforcements to ensure you don’t get the chills on the waters. Be sure to opt for a waterproof jacket fabric if a few swells cause an untimely splash or two on deck. A light jacket can also help keep you covered throughout the day, decreasing your chances of getting sunburnt.
Toiletries
Whether going for an hour or spending the day on the waters, packing a toiletry bag full of essential goodies and products is vital. Here are a few items to remember:
- Lip balm – the breeze and sun can cause lip to dry up quickly, so a lip product is important to keep your lips moisterised.
- Sunscreen – a no-brainer when it comes to spending time outdoors and in the sun.
- Insect repellent – this is important if you’re planning a sunset outing as mosquitos are more likely to make an appearance.
Water bottle
Keeping yourself hydrated is an important aspect for a fun and hassle-free boat outing. This will make you more likely to avoid spells of headaches, dizziness, and fogginess. Be sure to drink water throughput your trip and refill your bottle if water is made available on your journey.
Essential medication
Nothing ruins a boat outing quite like a feeling of unease from illness coming on. From headaches to queasiness, you’ll need the proper reinforcements to keep these vibe crushers at bay. You’ll need the following to ensure your bout boating goes off without a hitch:
- Pain medication
- Seasickness medication
- Antihistamine
- Imodium
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