For ease of stowing, soft duffel bags are preferable. Bags should not exceed 20kg.
A laundry service is provided at camps when water is readily available.
A good torch (flashlight) with spare batteries per person.
A pair of covered walking shoes and a pair of sandals or ‘Tevas.’
The temperature in Botswana can range from very hot in the middle of the day
(35 deg C + in summer), to ice cold at night (0 deg C in winter).
European or North American summer clothing is appropriate but try to keep the colours neutral
(khakis and greens are best). If you are traveling during June, July, August bring a track suit
and a warm jacket for those early morning game drives and brisk nights too.
Personal toiletries and a swim suit.
One pair of binoculars per person is recommended, and if you plan on bringing a camera, be warned!
Its better to take unexposed film home than to run out. Bring twice as much as you think you will need.
Last, but most important, you should bring a sense of adventure, and a willingness to get involved!
