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Antimalarials a must!

by TracyG

A backpack is probably best unless you are doing an organized trip, when a suitcase/holdall should be fine as well.. Again, a waterproof jacket will come in handy as will sturdy shoes/boots if you plan to do the walking safari in South Luangwa NP. A basic first aid kit, and if you plan to travel extensively into rural areas then an emergency kit, containing syringes would be worth taking, never risk aids/HIV for anything.......! Outside of Lusaka it can be very hard to find good quality film, and even then it may be ridiculously expensive, it would be very wise to buy what you need before you get here, otherwise stock up in Lusaka. A mosquito net for camping outdoors, unless doing an organized trip and then you tour company should provide them. A torch is essential if you will be out in rural areas, but it will proabably come in handy elsewhere too.

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by robmcmumbi

        Nothing fancy. There's no need, and you simply draw attention to yourself. Bring a small padlock, if possible, and keep your valuables with you at all times. I have heard more than one story of having people lose money out of their locked luggage that was locked in their room while they were out and about.         Every day of the 18 months I was in Zambia and other sub-Saharan countries, I wore a pair of water proof, Red Wing boots. Fantastic. Best purchase I made in preparation for this trip. Sunscreen, a broad rimmed hat, and a water proof, inexpensive watch were other unforgettables.         Condoms, malaria prophylaxis, and make sure your yellow fever and other vaccinations are up to date prior to leaving the country. Regarding malaria prophylaxis, note that there is a high rate of chloroquinn-resistant malaria, in both urban and rural areas. Consult a tropical diseases...

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by SwedishChef

If you're going to see the falls or do any on-the-river stuff bring some good sandals, as it's very wet and slippery. Otherwise a good pair of walking shoes/boots will see you through. Malaria tablets, musquito repellent, and good (preferable waterproof) sunscreen are a must. Remember to bring a US$20 note for the airport departure tax if you're flying out through Zimbabwe.

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by Acirfa

A zoom lens with a minimum of 200mm is a great asset on safari and some binoculars too.

Depending on the season-- bug spray

by genki44

I went overboard with the bug spray but you don't need that much if it's not the rainy season! I never saw one mosquito the entire time there!

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by dutch_anna

Take things with you for the children. Small toys, balloons, ballpoints,( coloured) pencils.

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Q:  Mates - if you had a choice of a first time 8-10 day Safari in either Zambia, Tanzania or Kenya, which would you choose and why ? ... 

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A: Hi! i think we covered on how to choose tour operators in the Kenya forum but, again, you should research whichever ones you ultimately choose, based on your own... 

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