Safari Packing List

amboseli camp

Soft bags (that are lockable) are preferable to large rectangular suitcases. On the Safarilink and Airkenya light aircraft flights the weight of luggage that can be checked in is limited to 15kgs. We will be glad to store any excess luggage (bags must be locked) at our head office at no extra charge.

Documents

  • Passports (with visa entries)
  • Health cards (vaccination certificate)
  • Airline tickets
  • Cash & Travellers' Cheques
  • Separate record of T/Cheque numbers
  • Credit Cards (VISA, Mastercard and/or American Express)
  • Photo copy of passport/visas/Insurance papers

Clothing

The list given below is a basic indication of what you should bring. We recommend that you bring khaki and green coloured clothing. Bright colours should be avoided while on safari (fine for the coast and Nairobi); camouflage clothes are illegal because they are worn by local soldiers.

  • Trainers
  • Flip flops
  • Hat
  • Windbreaker/Jacket
  • Pullover Sweater/Sweatshirt
  • 2 pc. safari pants (or chinos)
  • 2 pc. safari shorts
  • 4 pair sport socks
  • 3 short sleeve shirts
  • 1 long sleeve shirt
  • 2 t-shirts
  • Pyjamas
  • Swim Trunks
  • 1 pair casual slacks (men) evening outfit (women) - for evening
  • Bras (sports type) - women
  • 6 sets underwear
  • Belt

Toiletries & Medicine

  • Malaria prophylaxis
  • Prescription drugs (also bring the generic names for these drugs, good idea to pack 2 separate lots)
  • Motion sickness pills
  • Insect repellant (containing DEET for mosquito's)
  • Sun Screen (SPF 15 or higher)
  • Lip Balm
  • Shampoo/Conditioner
  • Deodorant
  • Toothpaste / Toothbrush
  • Dental Floss
  • Hair Brush / Comb
  • Electric / Hand Razor
  • Emery Boards
  • Tweezers
  • Hand Lotion
  • Fem. Hygiene Supplies

Wear sunscreens and cover up during the hottest time of day - between 11H00 and 15H00.

Other Supplies

  • Sunglasses / Case
  • Prescription glasses (and a spare pair)
  • Flashlight (small with extra batteries)
  • Batteries (for electronic equipment)
  • Converter plug set if needed (the electricity supply is 240 Volt, 50 Hz). Sockets are usually 3 pin and are of the square variety.
  • Alarm clock
  • Money pouch
  • Pocket Knife (not in hand luggage)
  • Binoculars (very important, one per person)
  • Day pack
  • Favourite road snacks
  • Books / Magazines / Journal
  • Small Sewing Kit
  • Small Scissors (not in hand luggage)
  • Pen/paper
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