What to Pack?
African Safaris are full of adventure, and your clothing, luggage, equipments should be flexible and inclusive to support your expeditions.
Top Categories of Luggage
Clothing & Footwear
Pack lightweight, neutral-coloured, breathable clothes for the dry weather. Take sturdy boots for outdoor use and warm layers for night game drives.
Health & Protection
Carry sunscreen and insect repellent, a sunhat, and sunglasses, malaria prophylaxis and personal medication, first-aid basics, and hand sanitiser.
Visa & Electronics
Carry necessary travel documents and basic electronics like phone, camera, charger, and other preferred equipments.
Seasonal Packing Needs
Each season and safari activity demands unique packing
Clothing & Footwear
Neutral Layers & Sturdy Shoes
Essential Safari Wardrobe for Most Activities
- Khaki, olive, tan for game drives
- Warm layers for June to October mornings
- Light rain jacket for green season
- Wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses year-round
- Closed, broken-in shoes for trekking
- Avoid bright colours, black, dark blue
Health & Sun Protection
Safety, Comfort & Wellbeing
Care and Medicinal Essentials for Safari Tourism
- High-SPF sunscreen for dry season
- Extra insect repellent in rainy months
- Malaria tablets as your clinic advises
- Personal medication kept in carry-on
- Vaccination and insurance documents ready
- Lip balm and moisturizer for dust
Gear & Electronics
Cameras, Optics & Power
Capture Every Season and Diversity in Wildlife
- Binoculars for migration river crossings
- Zoom lens for distant wildlife
- Dust-proof camera bag, dry season
- Waterproof cover for green season
- Power bank, adapter, spare memory cards
- Soft-sided duffel for bush flights
Things to Consider
Soft-sided Duffle Bags
Daypack and Packing Cubes
Layering pieces
Binoculars and camera equipment
Universal power adapter and power bank
Insect and mosquito repellent
Wet wipes and hand sanitiser
Don’t Forget to Consider
Visas and Travel Documents
Keep your physical passport with your visa sticker or stamp in a safe place, such as a money belt or a front pocket with buttons. .
Personal Medication & First-Aid
Always take personal medication like an inhaler, allergy meds, sanitary products, belts, collars, and support equipments that you’d require.
Only casual clothing [No camouflage clothing]
In African countries, camouflage clothing is strictly reserved for the military or anti-poaching units, and wearing it can be considered illegal and inappropriate.
What to Pack
Frequently Asked Questions
Warm, layered clothing is essential for an African safari, especially for early-morning and night game drives, and temperatures tend to drop drastically after sunset.
Yes, if you are travelling in the wet season (November, April and May). A light, packable rain jacket is recommended to avoid extra luggage weight.
There’s no particular dress code, but we recommend dressing modestly when meeting indigenous communities, who mainly follow conservative customs. Wear light, neutral-colored clothing to stay comfortable.
Drones are heavily restricted and banned in all African countries and parks. Our team will share the restrictions with you before booking so you can pack accordingly.
Yes. Carry a mix of currencies (your country’s and the country you are visiting) for tips and small purchases: some local currency (Kenyan or Tanzanian shillings), plus small notes in a major currency such as US dollars, euros, or British pounds. USD is the most widely accepted, but you can exchange euros and pounds at banks and forex bureaus in major towns and airports. Many lodges accept cards, but not all, so keep cash as a backup.
