PACKING LIST

Packing smart will ensure you’re comfortable, prepared, and able to fully enjoy your safari and cultural experiences. Here’s a suggested packing list tailored for both scheduled group trips and custom itineraries with Worldwide Adventures:

 Clothing

  • Lightweight, breathable safari clothes (neutral colors like khaki, beige, olive green – avoid bright or dark blue in tsetse fly areas)
  • Long-sleeved shirts and pants for sun and insect protection
  • T-shirts or quick-dry tops
  • A warm fleece or jacket for cool mornings and evenings
  • Light rain jacket or poncho (especially during shoulder seasons)
  • Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
  • Flip-flops or sandals for lounging at lodges
  • Swimwear (some lodges and hotels have pools)
  • Wide-brimmed hat or cap
  • Sunglasses

     

Travel Essentials

  • Daypack or small backpack
  • Soft duffel bag or lightweight suitcase (some light aircraft flights have weight limits)
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Travel towel or quick-dry towel
  • Flashlight or headlamp (for camps and lodges)
  • Binoculars (for wildlife viewing)
  • Camera, phone, chargers, and extra memory cards
  • Universal travel adapter (Type G, D, or M plugs depending on country)

     

Toiletries & Personal Care

  • Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
  • Insect repellent (DEET or natural-based)
  • Lip balm 
  • Hand sanitizer & wet wipes
  • Personal medications & Pain-relievers + copies of prescriptions
  • Basic first-aid kit (band-aids, pain relievers, etc.)
  • Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, etc.) – eco-friendly preferred

     

 Documents

  • Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates)
  • Printed visas or e-visa confirmations
  • Yellow fever certificate (if required)
  • Travel insurance documents
  • Emergency contact list
  • Copy of itinerary & booking confirmation

💡 Bonus Tips:

  • Layer your clothing: Mornings and evenings can be chilly even in hot destinations.
  • Leave camouflage clothing at home – it’s restricted in some countries.
  • Luggage weight: Check if your internal flights have a soft bag and weight limit (typically 15kg/33 lbs).
  • Laundry: Many lodges offer laundry services at a fee, so you can pack light.

PLEASE NOTE: Plastic bags of any sort are not permitted in Kenya & Tanzania. Please do not pack in plastic bags or bring them for wet clothing.
In Tanzania, this ban also applies to duty-free bags from items purchased on your trip to Tanzania. Per the requirements by airlines for carry-on liquids, one quart-size plastic bag per person is permitted.