There are some adventures that stay with you forever. An African safari adventure is one of them.
Vast landscapes, golden savannah light and wildlife moving freely across open plains create the kind of experience that feels both powerful and humbling. It’s the kind of place that reminds you why we explore in the first place.
For photographer Hannah Coffey, travelling to Africa was about more than capturing beautiful images. It was about immersing herself in the wild, slowing down and documenting the raw beauty of nature through her lens.
Joined by a group of creators travelling with Aloah & Co, the journey became a shared adventure filled with early mornings, dusty roads and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
And when you're spending long days outdoors in places like this, the gear you bring with you matters. A reliable wide brim safari hat quickly becomes one of the most essential pieces you pack for a wildlife photography safari.
Chasing Light Across the Savannah
Safari days start early. Before the sun rises, vehicles roll quietly across the open plains while the world slowly wakes.
For photographers, the golden hours of sunrise and sunset are where the magic happens. Soft light stretches across the savannah, creating landscapes that feel endless.
But with long hours spent outdoors under the African sun, sun protection becomes essential. A wide brim safari hat with SPF 50 protection helps shield your face, neck and eyes while still allowing you to stay comfortable and focused on the moment.
Whether photographing wildlife or simply taking in the scenery, the right hat for African safari travel becomes a trusted companion for the journey.
Life on Safari
Between wildlife sightings, safari life moves at a slower rhythm.
There are quiet drives through open plains, moments watching giraffes wander through tall grass and evenings spent sharing stories under vast African skies.
The group of creators, including Kaitlyn Malone, Abbey Lister and Kirra Skabo, spent their days exploring the landscape and documenting the experience.
Out here, a hat becomes more than just an accessory. It’s practical protection from the sun, but also part of the adventure itself.
Lightweight, breathable and easy to travel with, a wide brim travel hat is designed to move with you wherever the journey leads.
Designed for the Wild
Adventures in places like Africa demand gear that works as hard as you do.
Wide brim hats provide natural shade and SPF 50 sun protection, helping protect against long hours under the sun while still feeling lightweight and breathable.
From dusty game drives to long walks through the bush, a hat quickly becomes something you reach for every day.
Many travellers choose styles like the Buck Cream Cowboy Hat or the Buck Oak Brown Cowboy Hat for their durability and adventure-ready style.
Behind the Lens
Wildlife photography is an art of patience and presence.
Sometimes hours pass quietly before the perfect moment appears. A lion resting beneath a tree. Elephants crossing a dry riverbed. Birds lifting into the sky at sunset.
For Hannah, the camera becomes a way to capture not just animals, but the feeling of being completely immersed in the landscape.
Hats for Every Adventure
From the open roads of Australia to the wild landscapes of Africa, adventure can take us anywhere.
Wherever the journey leads, having the right gear makes all the difference. A wide brim safari hat designed for travel, sun protection and durability becomes something you rely on again and again.
For lighter safari travel outfits, options like the Sunny Sand Straw Bucket Hat or the Bodhi Bone Bucket Hat offer breathable protection while still maintaining effortless style.
Explore Hats for Your Next Adventure
Planning your own safari adventure or outdoor journey?
The best hat for safari travel combines comfort, sun protection and durability. Our wide brim hats are designed to move with you wherever adventure leads.
