General Guidelines

– Check your pre-departure materials for the most up-to-date packing list specific to your trip.
– Items marked in color are available in the Nat Hab Gear Store.
– Keep your luggage to the basics and avoid bringing hair dryers, irons, radios, excess clothing, or toiletries.

Adventure Essentials

 Daypack/Backpack: For carrying cameras and other items.

 Clothing Tips:
– Avoid bright or white-colored clothing.
– Army camouflage uniforms and hats are forbidden.
– Wear light-colored, lightweight clothing, especially in Tanzania.
– Dress in layers with warm clothing for early mornings and evenings.
– Bring a wide-brim hat and sunscreen for sun protection.
– Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts in the Ngorongoro Crater to avoid dust.
– Plastic grocery bags are banned in Kenya and Tanzania.

Seasonal Packing Tips.

June-September:
 Dress in layers with a fleece pullover, jacket, gloves, and hat.
October-March:

• Dress in layers with a fleece pullover and lightweight clothing.
•  Bring a lightweight rain jacket or poncho and rain pants.

November and April/May:

•  Bring lightweight clothing and a rain jacket or poncho and rain pants.

Clothing.

•  Lightweight neck gaiter
•  Long underwear for layering.
•  Breathable, windproof outer shell or jacket.
•  Waterproof rain jacket, pants, and poncho.
•  Sweaters, sweatshirts, or fleece pullovers.
•  Warm hat, gloves, and scarf.
•  Lightweight, low-cut hiking shoes.
•  Extra shoes or sport sandals.
•  T-shirts or polo shirts
  – Lightweight, long-sleeved shirts.
•  Long pants or zip-off pants.
•  Swimsuit (optional)
  – Sleepwear
  – Hat with brim
  – Moisture-wicking socks
  – Undergarments
  – Thermal underwear (June-September)

Additional Items

– Cash for gratuities and personal spending
– Binoculars
– Reusable water bottle
– Insect repellent and anti-itch ointment
– Outlet adapter and/or power converter
– Sunglasses with UV filter and strap
– Headlamp or small flashlight
– Earplugs
– Personal toiletries
– Sunscreen and lip balm
– Prescription medications
– Electrolyte packets (optional)
– Prescription glasses/contact lenses
– Hand sanitizer and wipes
– Battery-operated alarm clock/wristwatch
– Reusable waterproof bags

Gorilla Trekking Essentials (Uganda).

– High-quality face masks
– Waterproof rain jacket and pants
– Gardening or work gloves
– Sturdy, high-top, waterproof hiking boots
– Gaiters (optional)
– Hiking poles (optional)