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Safari Packing List

Craft Your Safari Experience

We can plan a safari just for you, based on your travel dates and interests. With a private safari, you’ll have your own vehicle, guide, and flexible schedule, making it easy to enjoy Tanzania at your own pace.

What to Pack

TANZANIA SAFARI PACKING LIST

Packing for an African safari is vastly different than packing for just about any other trip, and it’s often a challenge for first time safari goers. Not only do most safari goers have weight restrictions on bush flights (a typical weight restriction is 15 kilograms or 33 pounds total per person, including camera equipment and carry-ons), but you also have the challenge of knowing which types of clothes to wear on safari are appropriate.

Tanzania Safari Tours is a trip of a lifetime. But Planning a Safari in Tanzania can take some work. And deciding the best Safari Packing List Tanzania can be the most challenging part of it. There is so much to consider; the weather, your Tanzania Safari Activities, your duration and not to forget the ever-looming weight restrictions.

Don’t stress, Velam Tours & Safaris provides you with the most reliable and practical Safari Packing List for Tanzania to ensure you have the best possible Tanzania Safari experience.

Discover Tanzania’s

Unforgettable Wildlife & Landscapes

Preparing for an African Safari

What to pack for a safari isn’t just about the clothing, either. There’s a lot of little quirky things about traveling to Tanzania that you need to know before you go. If this is your first time in Tanzania or your first time on safari, this packing list below can help to be well prepared and comfortable during your adventure. If you do forget a few things, don’t worry, you can pick up most everyday items in town before you leave.

1. Prepare your documents 

2. Clothing

3. Highly recommended

OTHER USEFUL TIPS

Tip 01

Bring soft luggage such as a duffel bag, hiking pack or sports bag. These are ideal for packing into a safari vehicle. Hard suitcases can often be difficult to fit into the vehicles.

Tip 02.

Bring a backpack to carry all of your important items including travel documents, money, camera, medication etc. You should keep this backpack with you at all times.

Tip 03.

Keep luxury items such as hair dryers/ straighteners, expensive jewellery, make up and bulky toiletries to an absolute minimum. If in doubt, leave them out.

Tip 04.

If you plan to bring cash, divide it into different areas of your carry-on luggage, wallet and money belt just in case something happens to one of those carry items.

Tip 05.

Leave some space in your luggage for the all-important souvenirs that you will probably buy. There are places where you can send packages home via DHL etc, however this can sometimes be an expensive option.

Why Book With

VELAM TOURS & SAFARIS

Book with Confidence, Travel with Experts

Booking your safari with Velam Tours & Safaris means traveling with a trusted partner who knows Tanzania inside and out. We combine local expertise, professional guides, and carefully planned itineraries to give you a smooth and memorable safari experience. With us, you don’t just see Tanzania – you feel it, through authentic encounters, comfortable stays, and personalized service that puts your needs first.

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Words From Our Happy Clients

We have been receiving reviews from our served clients and We are rated 5/5 by customers. This honor is given to us by customers because we always remain committed to all our customers to do whatever is needed by them to make their safari fully satisfied.