PACKING LIST FOR AMBOSELI – So, you are planning to visit the 2nd most popular national park in Kenya, Amboseli national park and are wondering what to bring along.
Well, putting into consideration the activities you plan to take part in, the climate & the weather and the time of the year you plan on going on a wildlife safari in Amboseli national park, let us look at the list below for guidance on the packing list for Amboseli.
Clothes: these should be light weight, breathable, sweat wicking, quick dry and comfortable.
- Long sleeved shirts and long pants to protect against insect bites.
- Warm clothing for the much cooler hours of the day especially the early mornings and late evenings.
- Shorts and short sleeved shirts for the warmer hours of the day.
- Waterproof clothing if you are visiting the park during the wet season like a rain jacket / poncho.
- Natural / neutral colors of clothing to blend in with the environment. Browns, Khakis, some shades of green.
Footwear: comfortable, light weight and well fitting for you are spending hours in them.
- A pair of sneakers
- Regular safari shoes / boots
- Sandals or flip flops for down times back at your safari lodge / camp.
- Socks (any number of pairs that you feel are enough for you).
Documentations: Passport, visas, identification and any other required papers (travel or working permits).
Personal items and other accessories: things you could find useful, essential and necessary to have with you while on safari.
- A camera plus extra batteries
- Binoculars for birdwatching and wildlife
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellants
- Toiletries
- A simple basic first aid kit and any medications you may require
- Electrical adapters
- A reusable water bottle to help you keep hydrated during the hot hours when you are up and about on your safari
- A waterproof day bag to carry with you during the day and keep in your valuable items
Sun hat / brimmer and sunglasses
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