Planning a safari is an exciting adventure, but it requires careful preparation to ensure your journey is comfortable, safe, and enjoyable. With the diverse landscapes, varying climates, and unique wildlife encounters you’ll experience, packing the right essentials is crucial. This checklist will guide you through everything you need to bring, from important documents to clothing tips and travel accessories, helping you stay organized and ready for every moment of your safari. Remember, the key is to pack light and practical—this is a trip you’ll want to savor without unnecessary baggage weighing you down!
Please note, you will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible.
Note: Colors for the clothes be Neutral/khaki colors are your best choice. Avoid wearing dark blue colors or black clothes as these tend to attract biting Tsetse flies.
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the airport)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Required visas (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Long-sleeved shirts
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
•Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, band aids/plasters, tape, antihistamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Money belt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle / Coffee Mug
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel (only if you prefer specific fabric)
• Sunglasses
• Toiletries (Preferably biodegradable)
• Watch and alarm clock / If you are coming with your phone then should be fine
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
Power and Charging devices.
The power supply here in Tanzania is at the UK/European standard voltage of 220/240, and most of power sockets are the U.K. square pin type. If you want to use U.S. appliances, you will need a voltage converter as well as a plug converter. Power supply is also subject to cuts and voltage fluctuation. On safari most lodges’ power supplies are from generators and these are often turned off during parts of the day and night to reduce noise and fuel consumption.