Tanzania Safari Packing List

Tanzania has lovely parks, beaches, and wildlife habitats, making it perfect for a safari vacation. Whether you’re planning a thrilling safari adventure or a relaxing beach vacation, packing for your trip to Tanzania is an important part of the planning process. Luckily, packing for a safari is relatively straightforward — all you need is warm-weather clothing, the right gear, and some creature comforts.

Here are some basic travel documents and items to consider when planning your trip:

• Passport and other necessary travel documents: Make sure you have all your documents easily accessible. Double-check to ensure that all of your documents are up-to-date. (valid for at least 6 months)
• Visas: Visas are required for many visitors to Tanzania and should be obtained before entering the country. Ensure that you have the correct visas in place.
• Travel Insurance: Make sure you purchase a comprehensive travel insurance policy before departing for your safari.
• Copy of flight itinerary.
• Vaccination booklet
• Credit cards (Visa and MasterCard are most widely accepted).
• Cash: It is best to carry some cash on safaris to cover activities whilst in the field, such as tipping or buying souvenirs.

When it comes to safari trips, it is important to choose clothing that will allow you to blend in seamlessly with the natural surroundings. This typically involves selecting colors that mimic nature. Some of the most commonly recommended colors for safari attire include shades of khaki, brown, beige/tan, and green.

• For nights or mornings that are not too warm, it is advisable to wear trousers and shirts with long sleeves.
• For hotter days, it is better to opt for shorts, skirts, or dresses with short-sleeved tops.
• It is also a good idea to bring along a couple of sweaters for cooler evenings or mornings.
• Don’t forget to pack underwear, socks, and sleepwear.
• Sneakers or hiking shoes are necessary for walking, while slippers or sandals are suitable for relaxing.
• Don’t forget to bring accessories like a belt, scarf, and jewelry. And of course, don’t forget your swimwear!
• Finally, remember to pack a laundry bag for your dirty clothes.

• camera and memory cards,
• binoculars,
• sunscreen,
• hand sanitizer,
• wet wipes,
• insect repellent,
• personal toiletries,
• malaria tablets,
• a basic first aid kit,
• prescription medicines,
• a flashlight or headlamp,
• chargers, extra batteries, and a power adapter for UK electrical sockets.