Important information
Packing list for SafariIf this is your first time in Tanzania or your first time on safari, this Packing List below will help you be well prepared and comfortable during your adventure. If you do forget a few things, don’t worry, you can pick up most everyday items in town before you leave.
Travel Documents
Valid passportYellow Fever Vaccination Records/Certificate.Tanzania visa, available at the airport upon arrival, USD $100, payable in cash only for US citizens or USD $50 for residents of UK/European Union and most other countries.Copy of flight itinerary.Copy of travel and/or medical evacuation insurance.Personal medical/dental insurance cards.Credit card (Visa and MasterCard are most widely accepted).Cash in U.S. Dollars (bills MUST have been issued in 2004 or later) Clothing
Remember, it’s not a fashion show out there, so be a bit more practical when choosing your safari wardrobe. Try to stay away from bright colours – khaki and other neutral colours tend to work well. It is probably best, if you dress in layers, since it can get cold, but also very hot.
Sweater or Fleece pullover to keep warmSturdy Boots or SandalsSun hatSun glassesT-Shirts or polo shirts (2-5 depending on how often you want to change)Long sleeve Shirts (light weight)ShortsLong trousersUnderwearSocksSleepwearTravel TowelThermal underwear, gloves and warm hat (during May – Sept) Rain coat and rain trousers (During rainy season Mar - May and Oct - Dec) Highly recommended
Camera and Memory CardsBinocularsSunscreenHand Sanitizer and wet WipesInsect RepellentPersonal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops etc)Malaria tabletsBasic first aid kit and prescription medicinesFlashlight or headlampChargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone etcPower Adapter to fit the UK style electrical socket Others tips
Bring soft luggage such as a duffel bag, hiking pack or sports bag. These are ideal for packing into a safari vehicle. Hard suitcases can often be difficult to fit into the vehicles.Bring a backpack to carry all of your important items including travel documents, money, camera, medication etc. You should keep this backpack with you at all times.Keep luxury items such as hair dryers/ straighteners, expensive jewellery, make up and bulky toiletries to an absolute minimum. If in doubt, leave them out.If you plan to bring cash, divide it into different areas of your carry-on luggage, wallet and money belt just in case something happens to one of those carry items.Leave some space in your luggage for the all-important souvenirs that you will probably buy. There are places where you can send packages home via DHL etc, however this can sometimes be an expensive option.
