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The items listed below represent most of the kit you can bring on a safari. Please note that not all is necessary! What you need to bring largely depends on the type of safari and your destination. Hiking shoes (soft)

• Hiking shoes (soft)
• Rafters (hiking sandals, like Teva)
• Jacket (water proof)
• Warm sweater (during the winter Months -June and July- it can get very cold at night)
• Fleece hat (winter only for use on open vehicles e.g. Botswana in June & July)
• Jeans or safari zip trousers
• T-shirts, underwear
• Towel(s)
• Swimming suit
• Snorkeling gear (optional for Mozambique & Malawi)
• Plastic bags for dust proof packaging and laundry
• Washing Powder/ Detergent (travel size)
• Daypack
• Sunglasses, sunscreen UV protective rating 15 to 30
• Cap (head protection against the sun)
• Insect repellent containing DEET (e.g. Peaceful Sleep)
• Basic First Aid kit (headache pills, plasters, travelers diarrhea)
• Vaccination papers
• Glasses and lens cleansing fluid (if applicable)
• Sleeping bag & optional self inflating mattress
• Camera & spare battery for camera
• Memory cards (1 to 4 GB or more)
• Films 200-400 ASA (if not digital)
• Battery charger for camera (12V and/or 220V) Please note some vehicles do have 220V inverters fitted as standard
• Worldwide travel plug (basic adaptors available at shops locally)
• Binoculars
• Torch and/or headlamp, mini MagLite with two AA cells & led bulb recommended
• Spare bulb for torch (spare batteries available locally if needed)
• Water bottle (disposable drinking bottles available at shops)
• Books, guides and magazines
  

Luggage and maximum weight:
To prevent overloading vehicles please do not bring more than 12 to 14 kilo’s of luggage per person. Daypack / camera pack not included. One big or two small soft bags are recommended for most safaris. Please note all (luxury) fly-in safaris with light aircraft take a maximum of 12 kilo’s per passenger. 

Vaccinations and Malaria:
We do advice to check with you local heath services and/or doctor which requirement are needed for you as this can differ individually. General information for all destinations can be found at the CDC Travelers: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/
Malaria risk does depend on country and time of travel. Most areas in South Africa and Namibia are free of malaria during the cold winter Months. Better be safe than sorry!

Clothing:
In game parks and during game walks it is advisable to wear natural colours so as to blend in with the environment. White clothes are not recommend as they might attract or scare wildlife. At most camp sites clothes can be washed (by hand). Please note that it is advisable not to take military clothing like camouflage jackets. This could be penalized by local officials like police or military officers.

Books:
Reading guide books or studying field guids while on safari is recommended. During most safaris you will have time to read a book or a novel.  

Money:
Additional excursions (not included in the trip) need to be paid in local currencies and/or US$. We advise to take cash US$ and Euro with you on safari. ATM cards can be used at ATM’s within Southern Africa, especially South Africa and Namibia. For Botswana it’s advisable to bring a VISA CARD with pin code as most other cards can not be used at ATM’s. Entry visa for Zambia, Zimbabwe and Malawi have to be paid in cash US$. Please check with your local visa office for more details on visa requirements. Countries like Zambia and Zimbabwe do charge a US$ 25 departure tax (to be paid cash on departure). We do advise all travelers to bring a mixture of currencies in cash on safari, ATM card(s) and a credit card (preferably VISA). Please contact us for more information on specific safaris and the additional money if needed.

Visa:
A valid passport is needed for travelling to Southern Africa. Make sure your passport does not expire within 6 Months after entering the country. Most nationalities will need a visa for entering  countries in Southern Africa. Visa for South Africa, Botswana and Namibia are supplied FOC at the border. Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe do supply visa at the border to be paid in cash US$ US$30-US$50. Rates for visa might change without notice. Visa for Mozambique should be obtained before departure to avoid delays at the border. Please check your visa requirements with your local embassy or visa office.

Questions on what to bring?
Please contact us and we will answer your questions and give you advise on what to bring and what not to brin