safari clothing

Kilimanjaro Adventure Safari Club Safari Packing Checklist


  • Loose comfortable clothes
  • Neutral colours will allow you to blend in better with the surroundings and remain inconspicuous
  • Dark blue and black clothing should be avoided as it attracts tsetse flies
  • Long sleeved clothing for chilly evenings
  • Long trousers for chilly evenings
  • A hoodie/sweater/coat for cold mornings and evenings,preferably waterproof
  • Sports bra for ladies – the drives get bumpy at times
  • Swim wear and beach gear
  • Hiking shoes that have been broken in
  • Thick socks to avoid blisters
  • Sandals – because days get very hot
  • Toiletries – including moisturiser
  • Sunscreen and aftersun — this is very important
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Lip balm/salve
  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Head Torch
  • Universal plug and adaptor so that you can charge electronics
  • Wet-wipes/hand sanitizer
  • Insect repellent
  • It is highly recommended that you bring a selection of first aid necessities. This includes prescription drugs as well as preventative, non-prescription medications like pain relievers, antidiarrheal medication, antihistamines, and motion sickness pills. Do also bring bandaids, bandages, antiseptic cream and malaria medication (consult your doctor about malaria medication)