Everything you need
to know from Clothing, footwear, medication, baggage restrictions, Electronics,
Toiletries, First Aid, Documents to carry along, Beachwear, Kids, Tipping,
Local Guides and the Local People
Clothing
Your clothing should
be lightweight, breathable, hand-washable, and quick-drying.
Shorts, mid-thigh or
longer
Long pants (zip-off
pants are very useful)
Short-sleeved shirts
Long-sleeved shirts
Undergarments, socks
Sports bras for women
(roads can be bumpy)
Rain jacket and pants
or rain poncho
Sun hat with brim and
chin strap
Bandana (for dust,
washing, etc.)
Belt
Pajamas
Swimsuit (and cover
up for women)
Sweater, jacket,
windbreaker
Clothesline, sink
stopper, detergent
Footwear
Sturdy, comfortable
walking shoes, closed-toe, preferably waterproof
Tennis shoes,
sandals, dressy shoes, and/or flip flops
Comfortable,
breathable socks
Baggage
Suitcase or duffel
(20kg/44lb max for internal flights)
Day pack for daily
activities and easy access (rain cover is nice)
Waterproof plastic
bags for storing clothing and gear (Ziplocs work)
Packing cube,
compression bag, clear toiletry bag for airplane
Money belt, security
pouch, document organizer
Electronics
Store electronics in
sealed water-proof bags (double bagged if possible).
Headlamp or
flashlight
Camera, lenses,
filters, memory disks (you will not be able to download)
Video camera,
tapes/disks
Tripod
Cell phone
Batteries
GPS (for Geocaching)
Alarm clock
Calculator (for
currency conversion)
Electricity adapter
Safari packing list
Strong binoculars
Quality camera with
long lens
Wide-brimmed hat with
strap
Animal and bird guide
books
On your safari, take
along with any items you need for the day in a separate day pack: sunglasses, camera
and video (lenses, batteries, disks, tapes), binoculars, water, snacks,
bandana, hat, wet-wipes, hand sanitizer, etc.
Camping safaris:
Sleeping bag
Toiletries
Soap
Shampoo, conditioner
Shaving supplies
Nail clippers, file,
brush
Toothbrush,
toothpaste, floss
Deodorant
Moist towelettes
(handi-wipes)
Hand sanitizer
Lotion (Badger's foot the balm is also helpful)
Hairbrush, comb,
mirror
Small towel and
washcloth
Toilet paper
Facial tissue
Sunscreen
Lip balm with
sunscreen
Insect repellent
Q-tips
Sewing kit
Feminine products
Cosmetics
Kids
Games, toys, books
Swim toys
Gifts for local
children
First
Aid
You really only need
one first aid kit in your travel group, so coordinate with your travel
companions.
Ibuprofen,
Acetaminophen
Bandaids/plasters
Disinfectant,
antiseptic cream, antibiotic ointment
Gauze bandages and
tape
Throat lozenges
Vitamins
Diarrhea medicine
Antihistamines
Ace bandage
Melatonin,
Acetazolamide, or other sleep aid
Malaria pills (talk
to doctor)
Antibiotics (talk to
doctor)
Prescription drugs
(talk to the doctor)
Documents
Document organizer
Passport
Visas for all
countries as necessary
Airline tickets,
e-tickets (make a sure name on ticket matches name on passport)
Copy of Almak Tours’
travel itinerary
Medical insurance
card
Address book
Business cards
Make copies of
passport, visas, drivers license, airline tickets/schedule, travel itinerary,
credit cards (front and back), traveler's checks’ numbers, frequent flyer
numbers, travel insurance, and emergency contact information. Leave a copy with
someone at home and put a copy in a travel companion’s luggage and email them
to yourself (or Google Docs).
Yellow fever
certificate and vaccination records
Beach
Swimsuit and cover-up
Beach sandals
Reef shoes (for sharp
rocks and coral)
SCUBA/snorkel
equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit)
Underwater camera
Other
Sunglasses with
straps
Eyeglasses, contacts,
solution
Binoculars
Pocket knife
Notebook, pencil and
pen
Playing cards, games,
crossword puzzles, books, frisbee, football, kite
Energy bars, hard
candy, snacks, and comfort foods
Duct tape (can be
wrapped around water bottle)
Matches or lighter
Cash, travelers
checks, credit cards (including some small bills, U.S. dollars must be newer
than 2002)
Guide books, maps,
language books
Umbrella,
particularly useful in the rainy season
Salt, pepper for
bland food, flavoring for coffee
Water bottles and
Camelback (useful on bumpy roads)
Steripen, water
filter, iodine or chlorine dioxide purification tablets
Bottled water is also
available for purchase at hotels and markets
Gifts
for Guides, Local People
Shoes, t-shirts,
hats, warm clothing
Nerf football,
frisbees
Candy, energy bars
Pens, school supplies
Packing
for the flight
U-shaped neck pillow
(blow-up)
Books, magazines,
e-reader
Toiletries (3
ounces/container, 1-quart clear bag)
Snacks
Water bottle (empty
through security)
iPod, MP3 player and
headphones
Cell phone
Eyeshades, earplugs
Melatonin or other
sleep aid