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Packing List

Kenya has a pleasant, tropical climate due to its location.  During the dry season in June to October, the average high is 75°F with a low of 68°F. Early mornings and nights can dip down to 50 degress. Then from November to May during the wet season, the average high 82°F then cools down into the high 70°F.  

Suggested Packing List: 

IMPORTANT: 

• Passport (MUST be valid 6 months after trip) 

• Personal medication. Note: It is best to be packed in your carry-on luggage, not in your checked luggage. Also, this medication should be in its original container. If this is not feasible, a copy of the prescription should be carried along with the medication.   

• Mosquito repellent (recommended with DEET)  

• One refillable water bottle 

• Small backpack or day bag for daily excursions

Clothes:  

• For the summer months (June- Sept) bring layers for the morning and night game drives that you can shed. Bring a warm jacket. 

• Short-sleeved shirts (we recommend thin, breathable shirts as it is can be hot and humid during the afternoons)

• A warm sweatshirt/fleece / light jacket (it can get cool at night)

• Rain jacket (lightweight, water-resistant for sudden, unexpected tropical showers especially during the rainy season)

• sportswear (for hiking / outdoor activities)

• Bathing suits (for pools)

• Shorts

• Several light pairs of long pants (we recommend wearing light pants, especially in the evenings and early morning to prevent mosquito bites)

• Hat

• One pair of tennis shoes / closed-toe sandals (these are for hiking and may get dirty)

**Mornings and evenings can be cooler. 

***There is laundry available at the lodges at Sweewaters and Encounter Mara but we recommend bringing enough lightweight clothes to last you through the trip. Clothes will be hand-washed; however for hygienic reasons, undergarments are unable to be washed, so pack accordingly. 

Bath/ Personal: 

• Glasses/contacts/contact solution 

• Personal toiletries (shampoo, deodorant etc.) 

• Sunscreen 

• Bug spray (with DEET)

• First aid kit 

Other: 

• Pro Tip! For families traveling with kids, pack flashcards or trivia games to play during the long drives. 

• If you are sensitive to motion sickness, think about bringing Dramamine for car sickness. 

• Light day bag or pack 

• Binoculars (highly recommended for wildlife viewing)  

• Sunglasses 

• Earplugs

• Portable charger (phone or camera) 

• Camera 

• Personal snacks 

• Books and/or magazines 

• Watch or small alarm 

*Electrical outlets in Kenya are 240 volts and 50 Hz. Therefore, an adapter is needed if you coming from the U.S. We recommend purchasing a universal adaptor.