Pack light and in layers. Most lodges offer laundry, so you need less than you might think.
Clothing
- Light, neutral-coloured shirts and trousers
- A warm fleece or jacket for early game drives
- Comfortable closed shoes and sandals
- A sun hat, sunglasses and swimwear
Useful extras
- Binoculars and a camera with spare batteries
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- A power bank and a universal plug adapter
- A small day bag and a refillable water bottle
Bags on small planes
Light aircraft usually require soft bags and have strict weight limits, often around 15 kg including hand luggage. Check the limit for your flights, and ask us about storing extra luggage.
Plastic bags
Tanzania and Kenya have banned many types of plastic bag. Avoid packing them, including for your shopping.
Climbing Kilimanjaro?
Mountain trips need extra gear for cold and wet conditions. We will send a separate list when you book a climb.