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Tanzania Safari Packing Guide

YOUR COMPLETE TANZANIA SAFARI PACKING GUIDE

Essential items to pack for maximum comfort and preparedness on your African adventure

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Clothing

  • Neutral-colored clothing (khaki, beige, green)
  • Lightweight, breathable long-sleeve shirts
  • Convertible hiking pants
  • Warm fleece or jacket for mornings
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sandals for camp
  • Wide-brimmed hat
  • Swimwear (for lodges with pools)
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Gear & Equipment

  • Quality binoculars (8x42 recommended)
  • Camera with zoom lens (70-300mm ideal)
  • Portable power bank
  • Headlamp with red light mode
  • Lightweight daypack
  • Waterproof dry bags
  • Universal power adapter
  • Reusable water bottle
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Health & Safety

  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • Malaria prophylaxis
  • Comprehensive first aid kit
  • High-SPF sunscreen
  • Insect repellent (DEET 30%+)
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Motion sickness tablets
  • Personal medications
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Documents

  • Passport (valid 6+ months)
  • Tanzania visa (or eVisa printout)
  • Flight tickets
  • Travel insurance documents
  • Vaccination certificates
  • Emergency contact list
  • Credit cards (Visa/Mastercard)
  • Cash in USD (small bills)
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Extras

  • Field guidebook
  • Journal and pen
  • Playing cards/travel games
  • Lightweight scarf/shemagh
  • Zip-lock bags (various sizes)
  • Small flashlight
  • Ear plugs
  • Eye mask
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Seasonal Items

  • Rain jacket (November-May)
  • Warmer layers (June-August)
  • Dust mask (dry season)
  • Heavier sleeping bag (winter months)
  • Cooling towel (summer months)
  • Extra water storage (dry season)

Important Packing Tips

Most safari operators enforce strict weight limits (typically 15kg/33lbs for light aircraft transfers). Pack in soft-sided luggage as hard suitcases are often prohibited on safari vehicles and small planes.

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Most international flights allow 23kg checked baggage + carry-on
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Domestic flights often limit to 15kg including hand luggage
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Store extra luggage at Arusha/Dar hotels if needed
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Use travel-sized toiletries to save space
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