Clothing

• Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothes (avoid dark blue and black)
• Long-sleeved shirts and trousers (for sun and mosquito protection)
• Fleece or jacket for chilly mornings
• Lightweight raincoat or poncho (especially March–May or Nov)
• Comfortable closed shoes or hiking boots
• Wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses
• Swimsuit (for lodge pools or beach extensions)

Gear

• Binoculars – essential for wildlife viewing
• Camera – with extra memory cards and batteries
• Reusable water bottle
• Headlamp or flashlight
• Daypack for game drives and short hikes
• Travel adapter – Tanzania uses Type D & G plugs (230V)

Personal Items

• Prescription medications (with copies of scripts)
• First aid kit: band-aids, antiseptic, motion sickness tablets
• High SPF sunscreen and insect repellent
• Tissues, wipes, and hand sanitizer
• Copies of passport, visa, and travel insurance