This list was compiled with help from hunters and photo safari customers. If you find it useful or would like to add something, please let me know. It will be appreciated.

Thanks,
 Doyle
 Doyle@KhoisanAdventures.com

    At the time this was last updated, most international airlines allowed two checked bags per person and one carry-on, plus a purse or backpack. This is how I pack my bags. I don’t use everything on the list on every trip, but have found everything listed as necessary or at least useful for some occasions. Africa can be cold in the winter, so be sure to pack plenty of warm clothes and plan on layering. We usually start the day wearing shorts and T-shirts with fleece pants and windproof coat over them. By 10Am we are usually down to the shorts and T-shirts. A windproof jacket is a must, as is a wide-brim hat.

 Carry-On Bag & Backpack

__ Camera and gear
__ Cell or satellite phone (We will rent you one for your trip) and 12 volt charger
__ Prescription drugs (all)
__ Hand sanitizer (small)
__ Saline nasal spray (useful in dry conditions, including planes)
__ Tylenol, Advil, etc.
__ Travel-sized “Wet Ones” or similar pre-moistened wipes
__ Small toothpaste and toothbrush
__ Hair brush/comb
__ Small contact lens cleaner & case
__ Makeup for women
__ Change of underwear and socks
__ Wooden tooth picks (If you use them!)
__ Airline tickets
__ Passport (with at least 6 months remaining after your return date)
__ Medical evacuation insurance card (We can get this for you)
__ Binoculars, rifle scopes
__ Photocopies of passports (Keep separate from passports.)
__ Sunglasses
__ Snacks for Airplane
__ Jerky (you won't be able to return with jerky/biltong from Africa)
__ Apples and/or dried fruit (raisins, dates, etc.)
__ Nuts
__ Cheese sticks
__ Windproof jacket
__ Note pad and pencils/pens
__ Ear plugs (nice to use on the airplane)
__ Reservation confirmations/vouchers

Checked Bag

__ Gore-tex jacket
__ Sock cap
__ Vest
__ Gloves
__ Sandals
__ Running shoes
__ 6 changes of underwear and socks (three on safari)
__ 4 shirts:
__ 2 long sleeved
__ 2 short sleeved
__ 4 pants:
__ 2 pair shorts
__ 2 pair long pants
__ Safari hat (wide-brim with chin strap) or cap.
__ Extra batteries for cameras (include digital)
__ Bandanas
__ Fleece pants
__ Hooded sweatshirt
__ Wind proof or fleece pants with ankle zippers to allow them to be removed without removing shoes.
__ Long silk underwear (Use like pajamas – Nice if you have to get up at night.)
__ Towel & wash cloth
__ Flashlight and batteries
__ Headlamp and extra batteries
__ Spare glasses
__ Bird book
__ Mammal book
__ Travel books
__ Medical kit
__ Pillow
__ 240 to 110 Transformer (Usually not needed)
__ Electric razor (only if you must shave)
__ Electrical plug adapters (can be purchased in foreign airports)
__ Swimsuit
__ Beach shoes (unless sandals are waterproof)
__ Gifts for children you will meet??? (I like aero-props for children)
__ Gifts for adults: tee shirts, shoes, pens
__ Toiletries:
__ Moisturizer (LOTS)
__ Chapstick
__ Toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, etc.
__ Shampoo (usually not provided in safari camps)
__ Sunscreen
__ Large contact lens cleaner and case
__ Nail clippers, file, etc.
__ Makeup for women__ “Wet Ones” or similar pre-moistened wipes
__ Moleskin
__ Vaseline
__ Liquid Band-aids
__ Band-aids
__ Saline nasal spray (useful in dry conditions—prevents nosebleeds)
__ Tylenol, Advil, etc.
__ Immodium
__ Insect repellent

Gun Case

__ Guns in soft cases
__ Maximum of 100 rounds of ammo per gun (I usually take 60) [You are also limited to 11
        pounds (5 kg) of ammunition. Check with airlines to see if you are allowed to pack
        ammo with guns.]
__ Belt with ammo holder for hunting.
__ Foot wear for hunting:
        [I rarely wear hunting boots. I prefer heavy-duty sandals such as the Teva Wraptor or
        running shoes. Both are more comfortable than boots, which are seldom required.
__ U. S. Customs Form 4457 (Firearms declaration)
__ Taxidermist shipping tags - For example if you have one impala skull with horns and the
          cape and back skin, three pieces, that requires 3 tags.

Bow Case

__ Bow & Arrows
__ Broadheads
__ Spare nocks
__ Face camo, gloves & grease
__ Release & extra release
 __ Taxidermist shipping tags - For example if you have one impala skull with horns and the
         cape and back skin, three pieces, that requires 3 tags.

If Wild Camping, you might also need

__ Bedroll
__ Air mattress (puncture proof)
__ Clothes line and clothes pins
__ Wash cloth & Towel

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