The dress code on safari is relaxed, and the secret to successful safari packing is “less is more”.
Many of our guests choose to wear light, comfortable classic khaki safari clothes. The below is an outline of what we suggest you bring, but, depending upon how long you are travelling for, you may wish to adjust quantities and items to suit your needs.
We suggest ‘layering up’ for game drives as it is much cooler in the early mornings and you can remove the layers as the day heats up. The temperature also drops slightly in the evenings so it’s a good idea to bring a warm fleece and covered shoes for night-time.
Either comfortable walking shoes or light-weight hiking boots are appropriate for all safari activities.
For protection against the sun, a brimmed hat, sunscreen and sunglasses are also suggested. A pair of binoculars for use on game drives is highly recommended. Be sure to bring a camera, possibly with a zoom lens and enough memory card space as the photo opportunities will be endless.
Other items to consider include: Sunscreen, face cream and lip balm with a good SPF, mosquito repellant, toothbrush, toothpaste and ladies sanitary items. Please note that we provide the following eco-friendly amenities across our camps and lodges: shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, body wash and hand wash. We also provide cotton buds, cotton wool, laundry powder, dressing gowns and slippers.
Power bank and various charging cables that you require, camera, spare batteries, extra memory cards, binoculars (especially if you have a keen interest in birds). Binoculars are available for hire at USD 10 per day from Governors’ Camp and Loldia House. Guests at Il Moran and Governors’ Mugie House will be issued with one pair per tent for the duration of their stay. Please note that we provide hairdryers in guest rooms where they can be supported e.g. Loldia House and Governors’ Mugie. At our Mara camps, we provide hairdryers from the main reception desk to be used in specific areas which can support high powered appliances (please ask a manager about this when you are in camp).
Our guests receive a complimentary branded water bottle on arrival which can be refilled from Reverse Osmosis filtration units around our camps. Our guests will have an unlimited supply of purified water – even on game drives. Providing guests with a re-useable bottle is part of our conservation ethos, in an attempt to eliminate single use plastics.
Plastic bags are strictly banned in Kenya so please make sure that you do not carry any (including duty free shopping bags) with you into the country. Zip-lock bags/travel pouches are fine to use.
If you have any questions or concerns about travel to Kenya or your stay with us, please do not hesitate to email us on info@governorscamp.com
