General - Pack lightly in soft bags with strong zippers and leave ample space for the shopping. A day backpack is also useful. Pack plenty of cotton T-shirts, short and long- sleeved shirts, socks and under garments. Also pack linen or drill shorts, trousers, a light jacket, jumper, bathing suit and a light shower-proof anorak. Light hats, scarf, handkerchiefs that protect your head, neck and nose are useful. Keep one set of lightweight smart casual dress for evenings. A pair of lightweight sandals + walking boots or shoes + smart casual shoes is recommended. There is no colour code but keep to earthy colours, especially on walking safaris.

Delicate and expensive fabrics - Try not to bring clothes made from delicate or expensive fabrics because of dust and basic laundry facilities

Passport - Must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the trip’s return date. Separate passports for children are recommended but they may also travel on their parent’s passports. Please check directly with the consulates regarding children’s passports. A copy of each passport should be carried separately. For South Africa you MUST have at least 2 blank pages.

NVisas - Required for some countries. Visa regulations can change so please obtain current visa information directly from appropriate consulates. As at May 2007, you will require a Single Entry visa for Kenya (US$50) and a Single Entry visa for Tanzania (US$50). The Single Entry visa of each country allows you multiple entries within a one-month period as long as travel remains within East Africa (Kenya + Tanzania). US citizens traveling to Rwanda for Gorilla safaris do not require to pay for a Rwanda visa, however, please note that if you are returning to Kenya or Tanzania for a second time after visiting Rwanda, then an additional Single Entry visa fee will apply unless you are transiting through Kenya (Kenya or Tanzania transit visa fee may be applicable if you intend to overnight in these 2 countries).

Camera - A snapshot camera is recommended together with a zoom camera with full lens and filter kit. Bring lots of extra film (200 to 400 speed) and spare batteries. Early morning and late afternoon provide the best light for wildlife photos. In low light 400 speed is essential so if you can afford it, have two cameras each with different a different film. Standard digital cameras are not recommended for action photography. For wildlife photography you should have top of the range digital cameras which let you take multiple shots in few second. Bring extra flash memory and rechargeable batteries for digital cameras. Bean-bags will definitely help when the light is low. Keep the equipment as light as possible on walking safaris.

Video Camera - A small, light video camera is better, especially on walking safaris. Bring extra tapes and batteries. Batteries can be charged in lodges with the right adapter.

Our Policy - All visitors must have adequate accident, baggage, trip cancellation, medical, medical evacuation and interruption insurance before the tour can begin. For dangerous activities such as rafting, canoeing, climbing, balloon safaris, gliding, walking and horseback safaris consult your insurers directly. Carry all insurance documents and emergency numbers on the trip at all times.

We also recommend you take local Flying Doctor’s Evacuation Policy. With this policy, in an emergency Flying Doctors will evacuate you by air to a local hospital

Feeding
It is strictly forbidden to feed any form of wildlife as it encourages them to abandon their natural feeding habits. Some lodges are guilty of being lax with their guests on this issue. It is also dangerous to feed little animals as they can get aggressive and bite.
Noise
It is important that conversation is in hushed tones near wildlife. Loud voices disturb animals and fellow travellers. Loud music is frowned upon.

Touching
It is strictly forbidden to touch or tease any wildlife. All animals are wild and dangerous. Driver's or guide's instructions must be obeyed at all times.