Safari Checklist

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Packing for safari is simple when you know what to bring. Here are the essential items we recommend to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable adventure.

• Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
• Visa confirmation (if applied online)
• Travel insurance (and Zanzibar Health Insurance if travelling there)
• Flight confirmation

Visa application (official site):

https://visa.immigration.go.tz

Zanzibar travel insurance:

https://visitzanzibar.go.tz/insurance

• Lightweight neutral-coloured clothing
• Long sleeves for sun and insects
• Light jacket for early mornings
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Hat and sunglasses
• Swimming wear (if your lodge or camp has a swimming pool)

• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Camera or binoculars
• Reusable water bottle
• Small backpack

• Power bank
• Travel adapter
• Personal medication
• Wet wipes
• Binoculars for sighting wildlife 

• US Dollars or Tanzanian Shillings
• Small cash for markets and tips
• Credit card for hotels and larger restaurants

Most places accept cash, and ATMs are available in towns.

If you are also travelling to Zanzibar before or after your safari, please check what to bring on the Zanzibar Checklist.

Below is a useful Travel Guide to help you prepare for your exciting adventure!