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What to Bring
We have included suggestions from Trip Leaders and former travelers to help you pack. These
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requirements. You may also want to consult the “Climate” chapter of this handbook.
Year-Round Clothing Checklist
T Shirts: A mixture of short and long-sleeved shirts to layer
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T Shorts: Cut long for modesty. Even during hotter months, you’ll want at least one pair
of long pants for early morning game drives.
T Shoes and socks: Comfortable walking/ running shoes or low-cut hiking shoes, with
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recommend you bring a pair of rubberized sandals (i.e., Tevas) for showering, wearing
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yourself wishing to change a couple times a day.
T Light rain jacket/windbreaker with hood
T Wide-brim sun hat or visor for sun protection
T Underwear: Most camps and lodges will not include “smalls” (underwear) in their
laundry service. This is partly for cultural reasons and partly because many properties
still do laundry by hand. It is usually OK for you wash them yourself in your room. For
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very bumpy.
T Sleepwear
T Optional: Swimsuit and cover-up
Seasonal Clothing Recommendations
For spring and summer (September-March):
T Walking shorts
T A jacket or sweater. Even in summer it can be cool during early morning game drives.
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