What to bring on safari

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Travel Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Tanzania visa, available at airport upon arrival, USD $100 payable in cash only; $50 for residents of UK/European Union
  • Copy of travel and/or medical evacuation insurance
  • Personal medical/dental insurance cards
  • Credit card (Visa and Master card are most widely accepted)
  • Cash in U.S. Dollars (Bills MUST be crisp, new-format, issued 2016 or later, with no tears)

Essential Gear

  • Binoculars
  • Camera and good telephoto lens, waterproof/dustproof bag
  • Sunglasses, preferably polarized
  • Hat for sun
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, conditioner and lotion provided) (Some of the

camps/Lodges Provides)

  • Hand sanitizer
  • Basic medical kit, plus malaria tablets and prescription medications
  • Glasses (if you wear contacts)
  • Chargers and extra batteries for electronics such as phone, camera and lights

Clothing

  • Sweater or fleece pullover
  • Lightweight waterproof hiking shoes or boots
  • Waterproof sandals
  • Shirts (golf or T-shirts)
  • lightweight long-sleeved shirts
  • Pair of shorts
  • Pairs of long pants
  • Swimsuit (if you will be visiting Zanzibar Island or other water areas)
  • Undergarments and socks; women might consider a sports bra (for bouncy jeeps)
  • Sleepwear
  • Rain gear (if traveling during the rainy season March-May and Oct-Dec)

Please note: Bright and white colors are not recommended for safari

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