Safari trips are amazing adventures! However, in order to fully enjoy your African holidays, it’s important to know what to pack for safari. We have made a list for you. Just make a printout and double-check the list.
Passports (with visa entries)
Passports (with visa entries)
Health cards (vaccination certificate)
Airline tickets / E-tickets
Cash & Travellers’ Cheques
Credit Cards (VISA, Mastercard and / or American Express)
Photo-copy of passport / visas / insurance papers
On safari, khaki and green coloured clothing are recommended and bright colours are best avoided (fine for the coast and Nairobi).
Waterproof light rain jacket
Warm sweater / Fleece jacket
2 pairs safari trousers / chinos
2 pairs safari shorts
4 pairs sport socks
3 short sleeve shirts
1 long sleeve shirt
2 t-shirts
Nightwear
Swimwear
1 pair casual trousers (men) evening outfit (women) – for evening in the city
Malaria prophylaxis
Prescription drugs (also bring the generic names for these drugs, good idea to pack 2 separate lots)
Motion sickness pills
Insect repellent (containing DEET for mosquitos)
Sun Screen (SPF 15 or higher)
Lip Balm
Shampoo / Conditioner (if you have a preferred brand otherwise shampoo provided by most hotels, camps)
Deodorant
Toothpaste / Toothbrush
Hair Brush / Comb
Electric / Hand Razor
Emery Boards / Tweezers
Hand Lotion
Feminine Hygiene Supplies