You should always travel with soft bags, not hard suitcases (not only for the smaller aircraft but also to fit into vehicles). If you are using a small plane at ANY point of the safari then DO NOT exceed 20kg (this is relevant for all internal flights other than Nairobi/Wilson/Kilimanjaro, where the limit is 15kg).
Packing list A hat, sunglasses, high strength sun screen, moisturizer, lip salve, strong insect repellent, anti-histamine cream and tablets should always be carried. Nearly all hotels and camps now have shampoo and body lotion.
Clothes
All camps/lodges have a daily laundry service, so do not bring too many. 3 sets bush coloured safari outfits (long/shorts/shirts) ie green/brown/dark khaki (not pale fashion khaki/cream/white) 2 sets casual evening clothes (long trousers to reduce insect bites) Sept to April, one light outer layer. May-August - 2 warm medium weight outer layers. 1 medium weight sweater (or 2 light). Warm jacket in winter (June/July/early Aug).
Ladies
You should always travel with soft bags, not hard suitcases (not only for the smaller aircraft but also to fit into vehicles). If you are using a small plane at ANY point of the safari then DO NOT exceed 20kg (this is relevant for all internal flights other than Nairobi/Wilson/Kilimanjaro, where the limit is 15kg).
Packing list A hat, sunglasses, high strength sun screen, moisturizer, lip salve, strong insect repellent, anti-histamine cream and tablets should always be carried. Nearly all hotels and camps now have shampoo and body lotion.
Binoculars
One pair PER PERSON is a must.
Torch
One PER PERSON is a must (with spare batteries).
Glasses
if you wear prescription glasses bring a spare pair. If you wear contact lenses bring a pair of glasses as well since dust can be a problem.
Camera equipment
For recharging, Kenya works on 3 square pin plugs, and lodges should have an adapter. But suggest you bring one – there may be others wanting to use them. A telephoto lens (minimum 200/300mm). Flash for night photography. Camera cleaning equipment and a good dust proof bag.
Videos - bring spare batteries. Spare batteries, camera battery and storage cards - you will be taking lots of photos.
Essential
Each person should have their own pair of binoculars and a torch - sharing binoculars does not work.
