East Africa offers amazing photo opportunities so bring along a decent camera to make the most of your trip. there is no doubt that you will want to capture the moments you experience during your safari, so a camera is sure to be on your list of essential items as well as your phone.
Don’t forget the charger for your camera (that goes for your phone too!) and spare batteries, as well as an extra memory card. Universal plug converters and binoculars are a must too!
Don’t forget to keep any electronics protected at all times, especially if you are planning to be in Tanzania during the rainy season. Some extra protective coverings or waterproof bags to keep them in might prove useful.
Here are useful gargets you must have during the safari:
- Camera (Camon, Nikon, Sony, Go-pro etc), memory card and mini-tripod.
- Different lenses (for the safari we recommend a 70-300mm lens), but if you really want to go all-in the bigger the better, a 600mm lens is great for beautiful close-ups of wildlife
- Binoculars (Nikon Monarch 8×36/ 8×32 or Eagle Optics Ranger 8×42/10×42). Some Safari operators provide a pair in their vehicles, these may be basic in specs so if you can bring a set you are prefer.
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, iPad, tablet etc (Spare AA and AAA batteries both standard and rechargeable batteries are available for sale at certain lodges and shops).
- Power adapter to fit the UK style electrical socket (English 3-plug)
- Personal music device
- Laptop which is so useful for downloading and processing your images after a day on Safari.
- Pocket knife (for travellers doing basic camping)
- Headlamp or flashlight