Tanzania Safari Packing Guide

Clothing

• Neutral tones — khaki, olive, tan and stone — blend in better than bright colours or stark white
• Avoid dark blue and black where possible; they can attract tsetse flies in some areas
• Layers for cold early-morning game drives that warm up quickly once the sun is up
• A light rain jacket, even in dry season
• A wide-brimmed hat and comfortable, broken-in walking shoes

Everyday essentials

• Sunglasses and a high-SPF sunscreen
• Insect repellent for dawn and dusk
• A basic personal first-aid kit and any prescription medication in hand luggage
• Hand sanitiser and a reusable water bottle

Gear worth bringing

• Binoculars — a shared pair is never quite enough for a full vehicle
• A camera with a spare battery and extra memory cards; charging isn't always available mid-route
• A universal power adapter and a small headlamp or torch for camps without full-time lighting

A note on luggage

If your itinerary includes light-aircraft transfers between parks, pack a soft-sided duffel bag rather than a hard suitcase — most light aircraft have strict soft-luggage and weight requirements, typically around 15kg per person including hand luggage. We confirm the exact limits for your route when we plan your itinerary.

Heading to Zanzibar afterwards? Add swimwear, light cotton clothing and a reef-safe sunscreen to protect the coral.