5 backpacking safety tips to keep you on the road to adventure Posted on 13 February 2019 Tags:backpacking, bus, road trip, safety tips, South Africa, train Backpacking through South Africa may appear to be a daunting challenge — how do you keep your eyes on the wonders around you, while also keeping them on your backpack and your own wellbeing? One way is by following simple, sensible safety hacks to so that you can enjoy your adventure without undue worry. Research how you’re going to ride the roads No adventure was ever robbed of its mystery and fun because the traveller knew when and where their bus was arriving and whether it was roadworthy. In fact, it probably improved the experience. Plan your transport in advance. This will prevent you from being stranded, heading in the wrong direction or finding yourself stuck with a ride you later regret. Here are some useful links: – A great tool for finding minibus taxi routes, prices and times is TaxiMap – A shuttle service from Cape Town to Durban to Johannesburg. Hop on and off whenever you please along the route for a fixed fee with BazBus – Or you can try The Mzanzi Experience, another national hop-on hop-off shuttle service – Catch a lift using Find A Lift or Jumpin Rides. https://www.instagram.com/p/BmvOkc-Afzq/ Divide and hide your money Moon bags are in vogue— take advantage of this and buy one to keep some of your valuables close. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket; rather find a few different hiding for your important things. Then, if your moon bag or backpack goes, you’ll have back-up in hidden pockets in your scarf or pants or at your accommodation. You might even want to try out a security belt with a hidden wallet— there are plenty of options out there. View this post on Instagram What do you keep in your Travel Scarf? #waypointgoods A post shared by waypointgoods (@waypointgoods) on Jun 25, 2018 at 7:19pm PDT Pack a basic first aid kit Put lightweight things like plasters, antiseptic gel, rehydration sachets, painkillers, wet wipes, and mosquito repellant in a box, pouch, or even Ziplock bag to make your own quick first aid kit. When jumping from place to place, you might not always know where the closest pharmacy or doctor is. Be sure to have yourself covered for the time between the incident and when you find help. View this post on Instagram Travel Medicine Pouch is a first aid kit with various pockets to carry your medicines and hold the essential first aid equipments when traveling. Now easily carry all your safety and emergency essentials at only Rs. 359/- Link in bio. #travelmedicinepouch #travelorganizerkit #firstaidorganizer #firstsidkit #firstaidbox #medicinebox #travellingfirstaidkit #medicineorganizer A post shared by HitPlay (@hitplaygadgets) on Jul 19, 2017 at 5:24am PDT Tell someone where you’re going Once again, it won’t dampen the adventure if you let someone know where you’re headed, how you’re getting there and when you’ll be back. Let someone at your accommodation eastablishment or family and friends know your plans. View this post on Instagram I cannot believe that is was a whole year ago already that I was sitting on train heading towards towards the highlands of Sri Lanka, where they grow tea in lush green fields. It was the BEST! A post shared by Melanie van Zyl (@melaniejanevz) on Sep 7, 2017 at 9:37am PDT Blend in Try not to seem as completely clueless and awestruck as you actually are. If you stand out like a sore thumb, you might attract unwanted attention. Read up about the basic layout of where you are, what happens where and if there are any scams you might be oblivious to. Keep one eye on the wonders around you and another on what’s happening around you. View this post on Instagram Come join us for the Braamforntein tour everyday at 3:30pm. #streetphotography #streetart #braamies #colorful #hipster #studentlifestyle #joburg #cityofgold A post shared by Joburg Free Walking Tours (@joburgfreewalkingtours) on Nov 15, 2017 at 2:38am PST Image credit: Louis Hansel, Unsplash Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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