Definition & Meaning of "retail safari"in English

What does "retail safari" mean in shopping slang?

The structure combines "retail" (the sale of goods to consumers) with "safari" (an expedition to hunt or observe wildlife), forming a humorous noun phrase that compares bargain hunting to a wildlife hunt. It is used to describe a shopping trip focused on hunting for deals, bargains, or rare items, often involving visits to multiple stores, thrift shops, or outlet malls. People typically say "I'm going on a retail safari" when planning an intense, strategic shopping outing.