Safari charter flights – 20 KG (most charter companies in Botswana – this is total luggage including camera equipment) Please remember to pack your luggage in a soft bag.

 

(It is also possible to leave excessive luggage at air charter offices if necessary).

 

 

Three long/ short sleeve shirts


Three long/ short pants


6 pairs socks


Three summer/winter dresses


Three summer/winter Ladies shirts


Three summer/winter T-shirts 


Underwear


One sweater


One summer/winter jacket


Bathing Suit

 

 

One pair comfortable strong sole walking boots 


One pair comfortable evening shoes 


One pair bed sandals/slippers

 

 

Your preferred toiletries in travel sizes are recommended. 

Sun bloc products 


Skin Moisturisers 


Hair Products For Dry Climate Conditions

 


Safari & Travel Medication

 

Having received local medical advice about the region you are travelling in, it is advisable that you bring basic and general medication - though lodges and camps do stock them, and First Aid Kits.

 

 

It is advisable to get up to date information on international health issues before travelling. Ask your local medical practitioner for up to date health considerations for the areas you are travelling through to your safari destinations.

  

Health insurance and medical evacuation cover must be up to date before you depart for your African Safari.

  

 

 

Digital photography has developed to the degree it is highly recommended for travel and safari in Africa.

Rechargeable batteries


Spare batteries


Spare memory cards


Cleaning kit


12 & 220 volt charging adaptors

 

 

 

12 & 220 volt charging adaptors


Spare batteries


Spare videotape


Cleaning kit

 

 

Sunglasses


Bathing suit


Sun hat


Binoculars


Light waterproof jacket (summer)


Small torch (flashlight)


Electric razor (spare batteries)

 

 

Contact your local bank facility or agent about foreign currency rates and regulations related to travel in the countries your are travelling through and to.

 

It is advisable to carry minimal amounts of cash. 

Electronic banking facilities are available throughout Southern Africa where tourism is a major industry.

 

 

The industry standard for gratuity in Botswana safari camps and lodges varies according to the standards of operations.  We work on the standard of US$5 per person per day.

 

 

Botswana woven baskets are famous for their extremely high standard of production.  They are designed to carry liquids - beer and milk.  The liquids expand the palm frond weaves to allow tiny beads of that liquid to escape and evaporate thus aiding in keeping the contents of the baskets cool and fresh.

 

Shopping for arts and crafts in the villagers is a rewarding experience, and should be encouraged, though Botswana is very limited in any variety of cultural goods, and ‘Bushman' crafts are produced and sold in most craft shops in Maun.