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For the rainy season (November-March):

Your laundry will take more than a day to be returned dry because most lodges don’t have
dryers.

T Light rain jacket/windbreaker with hood

T Hood/lens cap/waterproof bag for camera

For fall and winter (May-August):

It’s colder than you think in winter, especially during early morning game drives or at night in
a tented camp. Warm clothing is essential, so add these items your packing list.

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T Warm hat, gloves, and a scarf (especially useful on the game-drive vehicles)

T Warm sleepwear

T Long underwear. It keeps you warm but doesn’t take up a lot of space or weigh much.

Essential Items

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deodorant, etc. Lodges provide shampoo and soap but most lodges do not provide
washcloths.

T Spare eyeglasses/contact lenses; sunglasses

T Sunscreen: SPF 15 or stronger

T Insect repellent-the lodges may provide insect repellent but you may want to bring
your own (usually it is for the room, not your skin, or it is not as strong as you may
want). We suggest using a kind with DEET between 30-35% strength.

T Flashlight or headlamp: Consider a small but powerful LED version or a version with an
alternative power source (wind-up, solar powered).

T Lightweight binoculars: To avoid disturbing the animals’ natural activities, we stop the
vehicle at a respectful distance. By having your own binoculars, you’ll be able to enjoy
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illumination. 10 x models are usable, but are usually heavy, expensive, and require a
very steady hand.

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