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Well thats ok bro, just plan well now with your outfitter so you can roll out quick.

Have you read any material on what to expect there, and the proper gear you will need?

"In the Salt" is an excellent book for the first time Safari guy..

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i will get that book asap.

regarding gear, im told to bring 2 sets of clothing and my gun(which ever that will be )
and that should do it nicely, that suits me fine i like to travel light and dont need a lot of stuff to weigh me down.

this is my list so far:

2 sets of clothing
2 pair of well worn boots
wide brimed hat
the gun that might be the 9,3x74r with a QR scope on it
a knife(im nordic so dont leave home without it)
bino (zeiss 8x25)
ammo (plenty of that)
money(if you need something special buy it on location)

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Some other things to consider:

Head mosquito net - good for keeping the bugs off if they are a problem when having a lunch time siesta under a tree in the bush

Re boots. I always take a hunting pair, and another pair which are more for camp or town, but which will double up for hunting if needed. Most outfitters do not recommend heavy soled hunting boots. Soft quiet soled boots are better. Ask your outfitter/PH what is a good idea.

Other stuff:
* sun tan lotion
* bug repellant
* sun glasses - also good for open vehicles if bugs, thorny branches
* warm coat if needed for early mornings, at night etc
* camera - we will be endless harpies on you if you don't post any photos! + batteries, charger, film etc
* medications including anti-malarial if needed - I carry anti-allergy type pills as well - actually in my luggage I carry a travellers tropical diseases type kit, including spare syringes etc into any third world country
* water bottles
* day pack - someone may carry these for you anyway - good for carrying stuff needed in the vehicle anyway
* novel - for reading during bush siestas or elsewhere