Clothing Needed
South Africa is famous for its sunshine with the Cape West Coast averaging over 9 hours of sunshine during the month of October. The average maximum temperature is 25°Celsius and the average minimum is 11°Celsius. Being in the southern hemisphere, our seasons stand in opposition to those of Europe and North America, so, yes - we will be spending time on the beach!
What to Wear
Most of the time you'll be most comfortable in light, summer-weight clothes but do pack a warm jacket, socks, good shoes and a rain jacket. Pack sunscreen – lots of it – and a hat and sunglasses. Make sure you have at least one cool shirt with a collar for sun protection. Bring good walking shoes.Always pack a bandanna or cotton scarf and a sarong, kanga, pareo, kikoi – whatever you want to call it. These two garments are probably the most useful and versatile items in the world.
Recommended Clothing and Toiletry List:
- Light, summer clothes
- T-shirts, shorts, light summer pants or skirts (optional)
- Long sleeve lightweight shirt for sun protection (if planning to do outdoor hiking or similar trips)
- Sweater or fleece jacket
- Waterproof raincoat
- Hat or cap
- Socks: wool or wool synthetic blend (if planning to do outdoor hiking or similar trips), cotton for normal wear
- Pair of hiking boots if planning to do outdoor hiking or similar trip
- Pair of athletic shoes or sneakers, and sandals or strops for leisure
- Sunglasses
- Small, lightweight bath towel (if planning to travel outside of the conference)
- Personal toilet kit: toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, small comb or brush (shops are easily accessible – there is also a small supermarket at Club Mykonos)
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- The Cape West Coast is a malaria free area, but if you are planning to travel to one, please take the appropriate precautions beforehand
Optional:
- Camera & Film
- Day pack
- Extra pair of prescription glasses / contact lenses if available
- Small flashlight or headlamp with batteries
Note:
- During the conference at Club Mykonos, blankets, sheets, pillows and towels will be provided. If you are planning to travel elsewhere in South Africa, please check with your accommodation establishments if they provide the above.
- You will receive an updated list of What to Bring closer to the conference in your delegate pack