Tips for Safari

Packing for Safari

How we pack our bags for safari: comfortable meets durable. You’ll want casual attire you can move around and relax in—and don’t mind getting a little dirty. Once you book your safari, we’ll mail you a detailed packing list to help you prepare. In the meantime, here’s a shortlist

Luggage:

Soft-sided duffel bags only
Soft-sided day pack
Spare foldable duffel bag

Clothing:

Short- and long-sleeve shirts for layering and sun/mosquito protection
Shorts; convertible, lightweight zip-off pants; and khakis
Fleece or insulated jacket for cool nights at Ngorongoro Crater or in the Serengeti
Waterproof windbreaker or poncho
Wide-brim, tie-on sun hat
Bathing suit for lodges with pools
Sleepwear
Money belt, neck pouch or fanny pack

Footwear:

Running, walking shoes, or light hiking boots
Second pair of shoes or sandals
Shower flip-flops/Teva-type sandals

Essentials:

Travel documents, including a valid passport with visa, immunization card (if traveling to Rwanda/Kenya) and airline tickets
Cash and a credit card for emergencies
Flashlight and/or headlamp with extra batteries
Sunglasses (100% UV screening with retainer straps)
Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF 40+
Mosquito repellent containing DEET
Citronella-based repellent for tsetse flies
Anti-itch cream
Bandanas
Hand sanitizer and wipes
Bath kit, including toothbrush and toothpaste; biodegradable shampoo and conditioner; body wash; moisturizing lotion; small packet of tissues; shaving gear; tampons and panty liners—please avoid plastic tampon applicators
Binoculars
Money belt, neck pouch or fanny pack

Luggage

Soft-sided duffel bags only
Soft-sided day pack
Spare foldable duffel bag

Clothing

Short- and long-sleeve shirts for layering and sun/mosquito protection
Shorts; convertible, lightweight zip-off pants; and khakis
Fleece or insulated jacket for cool nights at Ngorongoro Crater or in the Serengeti
Waterproof windbreaker or poncho
Wide-brim, tie-on sun hat
Bathing suit for lodges with pools
Sleepwear
Money belt, neck pouch or fanny pack

Footwear

Running, walking shoes, or light hiking boots
Second pair of shoes or sandals
Shower flip-flops/Teva-type sandals

Essentials

Travel documents, including a valid passport with visa, immunization card (if traveling to Rwanda/Kenya) and airline tickets
Cash and a credit card for emergencies
Flashlight and/or headlamp with extra batteries
Sunglasses (100% UV screening with retainer straps)
Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF 40+
Mosquito repellent containing DEET
Citronella-based repellent for tsetse flies
Anti-itch cream
Bandanas
Hand sanitizer and wipes
Bath kit, including toothbrush and toothpaste; biodegradable shampoo and conditioner; body wash; moisturizing lotion; small packet of tissues; shaving gear; tampons and panty liners—please avoid plastic tampon applicators
Binoculars
Money belt, neck pouch or fanny pack