After thousands of safaris, we have learned what actually earns its place in your duffel.
Clothing: Neutral, Layered, Light
Pack khaki, olive, sand and stone tones — they keep you cool, hide dust and don't disturb wildlife. You need fewer clothes than you think: lodges offer laundry.
- 4–6 breathable shirts (long sleeves for sun)
- 2–3 convertible trousers
- One warm fleece (Ngorongoro and Serengeti mornings are cold)
- Light rain shell (green season especially)
- Swimwear (pools everywhere) and one smart-casual dinner outfit
The Non-Negotiables
Broken-in walking shoes are the most overlooked item. Add a sun hat with a brim, high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses and a buff or scarf for dust on game drives.
Optics & Power
A good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) transforms a safari — one per person, not per couple. Bring camera batteries (charging is possible at camps), a power bank and UK-style Type G adapters.
Health Kit
Your operator provides the serious medical kit; you bring the personal layer: malaria prophylaxis (consult your clinic), rehydration salts, plasters, motion-sickness tablets and your regular prescriptions in original packaging.
Luggage Rules for Light Aircraft
If your itinerary includes internal flights: soft-sided bags only, 15 kg including camera gear. We can arrange excess storage in Arusha.
What to Leave Behind
Camo patterns (reserved for military in Tanzania), drones without permits, plastic bags (banned) and single-use bottles — we supply filtered water throughout.
