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What is a safari shower / “bucket” shower?

Safari/bucket showers are common in mobile or tented camps where there is no permanent plumbing. They are an effective yet environmentally friendly way to shower where water is at a premium and provide plenty of hot water to wash comfortably.

Generally there is an en-suite private shower stall within your tent that is equipped with a “rainfall” style shower head, enabling you to control the water flow. Outside the tent there is a large waterproof bag or bucket that is filled with 10–15 litres (about 5 gallons) of hot water. It is raised with a pully/rope system to connect to the shower pipe or fill a cistern. The water is delivered at the ideal temperature, so it is best to use it as soon as it arrives. Staff typically fill the showers at a pre-arranged time of day, but they can also have it ready in a few minutes’ notice if requested.