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Ultimate Tanzania Safari Packing List – 2025/2026 Edition (Detailed & Printable)
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Ultimate Tanzania Safari Packing List – 2025/2026 Edition (Detailed & Printable)

May 31, 2025

The most complete and detailed Tanzania safari packing list – what to bring, what to avoid, and why every item matters.

# Ultimate Tanzania Safari Packing List 2024–2025

### Clothing (Layered & Neutral)
- 4–5 long-sleeve button-up shirts (quick-dry, neutral colors)
- 4–5 long pants (khaki, olive)
- 2 fleece jackets or lightweight puffers
- Wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, bandana
- Underwear, socks (merino wool for comfort)
- Sleepwear & sandals for camp

### Footwear
- Comfortable walking shoes (not new!)
- Lightweight sandals/flip-flops for camp

### Photography & Binoculars
- DSLR/mirrorless + 100–400mm or 150–600mm lens
- 24–70mm wide-angle lens
- Extra batteries, memory cards, monopod
- Binoculars (8x42 or 10x42 – Swarovski, Leica, Nikon)

### Health & Toiletries
- Malaria prophylaxis (Malaria is present)
- High-SPF sunscreen (50+), lip balm
- DEET insect repellent (30%+)
- Personal medications, first-aid kit
- Hand sanitizer, wet wipes

### Luggage
- Soft duffel bag (max 15kg for small planes)
- Daypack (for game drives)

### Extras
- Power bank, universal adapter
- Headlamp, reusable water bottle
- Snacks (energy bars, nuts)

Download our free PDF checklist with every booking!

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