Pack smart with our expert-recommended gear list

Knowing what to pack can make your Tanzania safari safer, more comfortable, and way more enjoyable. Here’s a breakdown of the essential gear—and what to leave behind.

👕 Clothing

Stick to lightweight, neutral colors (like beige, olive, and khaki) that blend with nature and don’t attract insects.

Recommended:

• Long-sleeved shirts (for sun + bug protection)

• Lightweight pants or zip-offs

• T-shirts (avoid bright colors for game drives)

• Fleece or jacket for cool mornings and evenings

• Comfortable walking shoes or boots

• Flip-flops or sandals (for camp/lodge)

• Wide-brimmed hat or cap

• Swimsuit (some lodges have pools)

• Buff or scarf (great for dusty drives)

🧳 Luggage

• Soft-sided duffel bag (easier to pack into safari vehicles)

• Daypack/backpack for daily excursions

• Waterproof dry bag or packing cubes (optional but handy)

🧼 Toiletries & Personal Care

• Biodegradable toiletries (soap, shampoo, etc.)

• Sunscreen (high SPF)

• Insect repellent (with DEET)

• Lip balm with SPF

• Wet wipes and hand sanitizer

• Prescription meds + small first-aid kit

• Menstrual products (if applicable)

📸 Gear & Electronics

• Camera with zoom lens (200mm+ ideal)

• Spare batteries & memory cards

• Binoculars (a must for wildlife viewing!)

• Headlamp or flashlight (with extra batteries)

• Travel power adapter (Tanzania uses Type D/G sockets, 220V)

🗂️ Documents

• Passport (valid 6+ months beyond travel dates)

• Visa (or e-visa printout)

• Travel insurance

• Flight confirmations

• Safari/tour itinerary

• Yellow fever certificate (if required)

• Emergency contact list

💡 Extras

• Travel journal or notebook

• Lightweight travel towel

• Snacks (protein bars, nuts)

• Ziplock bags (for electronics, snacks, etc.)

• Reusable water bottle

• Sunglasses (polarized recommended)

🚫 What NOT to Bring

• Camouflage clothing (restricted in some areas)

• Drones (banned in most parks)

• Hard-shell suitcases (hard to fit in safari vehicles)

• Expensive jewelry or valuables

💬 Need personalized packing advice?
Just ask your Dream Peak Safaris consultant—we’re happy to help tailor your packing list to your itinerary and season.