What to Pack for this Epic Journey? Deciding what to bring on a long tour can be a bit of a headache; we at Afri-Teers-Overland
have put this list together to help with just that.
THE ABSOLUTE ESSENTIALS The Afri-Teers Overland Africa Packing Checklist Essentials are the most important backpack items you to pack for our overlanding adventure. It’s the stuff you just don’t leave home without. • • • • • • • • •
Sun Protection (sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, hat) A backpack only. (Suitcases are not suitable for overland travel) Sleeping Back & Roll Mat Prescription Medication Decent Flashlight & Head Torch Pocketknife & Leatherman Passport, Visas & Papers (Plus Copies) Suitable Clothing First Aid Kit
KEEPING IT TIDY The Afri-Teers Overland Africa Packing Checklist ensures you remember that Keeping It Tidy is as important as the journey itself and leaving no trace, or as little as possible, other than your footprints is a prime idea. Try keeping it organic. • • •
Multi-Purpose Cleaning Soap Small Hand Wash Soap Hand Sanitizer
THE REAL EXTRAS
The Afri-Teers Overland Africa Packing Checklist ensures you remember all the Forget Me Not’s in the process of packing for your next big adventure. These are the things you can’t do without on any overlanding Africa journey. • • • • • • •
Pegs Washing Line (simple thin rope) Spare Contact Lenses & Glasses Nylon Cord & Duct Tape Extra Flashlight Bulbs Swimming Towel Extra Batteries Extra Lighter
KEEPING IT CASUAL The Afri-Teers Overland Africa Packing Checklist ensures you are Keeping It Casual packing the right clothes for your outdoor safari across Africa, preparing you for all the weather and temperatures you might expect along the way. Africa can get cold at night. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
One Set of Smart Clothes (for a night out) Sandals (camp wear, wading streams) Cold Weather Hat (covers ears) Shirts (long & short sleeves) Pants (non-cotton, durable) Lightweight Wool Gloves Waterproof Clothing Bag Changes of Underwear Inner & Outer Socks Swimming Costume Rain Jacket Beach Sarong Light Weight Jeans Fleece Jacket Hiking Boots Casual Flats Cargo Pants Track Pants Sneakers
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