What to Bring on a Zambezi Canoe Safari
A simple packing list for a canoe safari on the Upper Zambezi, from sun protection to what to leave at your lodge.
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Quick answer
Bring a swimming costume, shorts and T-shirts, canvas shoes or rafting sandals, a wide-brimmed hat, a long-sleeved shirt and a sarong for sun protection, personal toiletries if you are camping, and your national park fees. Leave valuables at your accommodation.
The packing list
This is what we recommend for our Upper Zambezi canoe trips.
- Swimming costume
- Shorts and T-shirts
- Canvas shoes or rafting sandals
- A wide-brimmed hat
- A long-sleeved shirt and a sarong for sun protection on your legs
- Personal toiletries, for camping trips
- A jacket or jersey for the evenings, for camping trips
- National park fees, paid at the gate
What not to bring
Please do not bring valuables. You are on and beside the water for the day, so leave anything you would not want to get wet or lost at your accommodation.
What we provide
You do not need your own canoe gear. On our day trips we provide two-person canoes and paddles, life jackets and safety equipment, breakfast and lunch. On camping trips we also provide tents, mattresses, sleeping bags and liners, and all meals cooked at camp.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring a life jacket?
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Do I need to pay park fees in advance?
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