BEFORE YOU GO
PACKING LIST
We suggest that you pack all your gear into one soft-sided medium sized duffle bag. You can use a small daypack as your carry-on that will work well in the safari vehicle and be useful on a walking safari.
Essential Items
- 2 pairs trousers
- 2 sweat shirts/jumpers
- 1 fleece or warm jacket
- 4 shirts - preferably long sleeve for sun protection
- 2 pairs shorts
- Sun hat that covers your ears.
- Cap for standing up through the game-viewing hatches
- Socks and under clothing
- Light weight thermal if you really feel the cold (can double as pajamas)
- Light weight rain jacket or wind breaker
- 1 pair flip flops or ‘Teva’ style sandals for around camp and showers
- 1 pair of comfortable shoes
- 1 good torch/flashlight with extra batteries
- Personal toiletries – camp provides towels
- Sunscreen and lip salve
- Personal first aid kit and all medications including malaria tablets
- Insect repellent
- Sun glasses with strings to hold them on
- Spare camera batteries
- Spare eyeglasses
- Binoculars
Walking Safari Essentials
- Light-weight boots that breathe (well broken in)
- Comfortable padded socks
- Blister pads or moleskin
- Heavy duty water bottle
- Daypack
Optional Items
- Zip lock bags
- Note book and pen
- Guide books (see reading list)
- Gadgets are always interesting – GPS, Leatherman, etc.
- Beach attire if heading to the coast
Most light scheduled and private charter flights have a strict luggage allowance of 15 kilograms (33 lbs) per person for your safety. This includes carry-on and camera gear. It is essential to pack light and in soft-sided bags. Laundry service is available in lodges and while camping, so there is no need to bring more than a few day’s worth of clothing