Packing list for Mj Safaris & Adventure in Tanzania
Things to pack before you go to safari
If this is your first time in Tanzania or your first time on safari, the packing list below can help you
to be well prepared and comfortable during your unforgettable Safari. If you do forget a few things,
don’t worry, you can pick up most everyday items in town before you leave for the Safari. Things to pack before you go to safari
Travel Documents
- Valid passport
- Yellow fever vaccination records/ certificate.
- Tanzania visa, available at the Airport or any border upon arrival, USD 100 payable in cash
only for US Citizens or USD 50 for residents of the UK/European Union and most other Countries.
- Copy of flight itinerary.
- Copy of travel and/or medical evacuation insurance.
- Personal medical/dental insurance cards.
- Credit card (Visa and MasterCard are most widely accepted).
- Cash in U.S. Dollars (bills MUST have been issued in 2009 or later)
Clothing
Remember, it’s not a fashion show out there, so be a bit more practical when choosing your safari
wardrobe. Try to stay away from bright colours – khaki and other neutral colours tend to work well.
It is probably best if you dress in layers since it can get cold, but also very hot.
- Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
- Sturdy boots or sandals
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- T-shirts or polo shirts (3-6, depending on how often you want to change)
- Long-sleeved shirts (lightweight)
- Shorts
- Long trousers
- Underwear
- Socks
- Sleepwear
- Travel towel
- Thermal underwear, gloves, and warm hat (during May – Sept)
- Rain coat and rain trousers (During rainy season Mar May and October-December)
Highly recommended
- Camera and memory cards
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
- Insect Repellent
- Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
- Malaria tablets
- Basic first aid kit and prescription medicines
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc
- Power adapter to fit the UK-style electrical socket
Others tips
- Bring soft luggage such as a duffel bag, hiking pack, or sports bag. These are ideal for
packing into a safari vehicle. Hard suitcases can often be difficult to fit into the vehicles. - Bring a backpack to carry all of your important items, including travel documents, money,
camera, medication, etc. You should keep this backpack with you at all times. - Keep luxury items such as hair dryers/ straighteners, expensive jewellery, make up and
bulky toiletries to an absolute minimum. If in doubt, leave them out. - If you plan to bring cash, divide it into different areas of your carry-on luggage, wallet, and
money belt, just in case something happens to one of those carry items. - Leave some space in your luggage for the all-important souvenirs that you will probably
buy. There are places where you can send packages home via DHL, etc, however this can
sometimes be an expensive option. - Other items we rent or provide to you from our Office