What to Pack for a Safari and Beach Holiday in Tanzania and Zanzibar

Packing Smart for Bush and Beach

Combining the wild dust of the Serengeti with the humid tropical beaches of Zanzibar requires versatile, breathable clothing. Domestic safari bush flights usually enforce a strict luggage weight limit of 15 kg (33 lbs) in soft-sided duffel bags.

Key Safari Clothing Tips

• Neutral colors: Khaki, olive, tan, and brown blend into the savanna and do not attract tsetse flies. Avoid bright blue and solid black.
• Layers for chilly mornings: Dawn game drives can be cold (12°C / 54°F), while afternoons warm up to 28°C (82°F). Bring a fleece or light windbreaker.
• Reef shoes and sunglasses: Essential for coral sandbanks, low tide walks, and tropical sun.