Packing list for Self Drive safari / Cheap Uganda Self Drive
Packing list for Self Drive safari, When going on a self-drive safari, it’s important to pack wisely to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Find bellow the packing list to consider:
Documents and Essentials, these include;
- Valid driver’s license
- Passport
- Vehicle registration and insurance documents
- International driving permit (if required)
- Travel insurance
- Vehicle manual and spare key
Navigation and Communication:
- GPS navigation system or maps of the area
- Mobile phone and charger
- Power bank for charging devices on the go
- Local SIM card for data and calls
Camping and Sleeping Gear (if applicable)
If you are on self-drive with camping or roof top tent, you can bring them or hire them from a car rental company, Cheap Uganda Self Drive will hire them for you, find below the camping list
- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad or mattress
- Camping stove, cooking utensils, and fuel
- Food and water supplies
- Cooler or icebox for storing perishable items
Clothing and Personal Items:
- Comfortable and breathable clothing suitable for outdoor activities
- Light and quick-drying clothes for warm weather
- Warm clothing for cooler evenings or higher altitudes
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Insect repellent and mosquito net
- Good quality walking shoes or boots
- Swimwear and towel (if swimming is expected)
- Toiletries and personal medications
Camping and Outdoor Equipment:
these can be offered by the company hiring you the vehicle they come as additional/ extras on the rental cars if you are taking a car with camping gears or roof top tent.
- Camping chairs and table
- Camping utensils, plates, and cups
- Lantern or flashlight with extra batteries
- Multi-tool or Swiss Army knife
- Binoculars for wildlife viewing
- Camera or video camera with extra batteries and memory cards
- Waterproof bags or cases to protect electronics
Safety and First Aid:
- First aid kit with essential medications
- Emergency contact numbers and information
- Fire extinguisher
- Reflective vests or triangles for roadside emergencies
- Basic tool kit for minor repairs
- Spare tire and necessary tools
- Jumper cables and tow rope
Miscellaneous:
- Cash and credit cards
- Travel adapter and voltage converter (if needed)
- Travel pillow and blanket for long drives
- Entertainment (books, games, or music)
- Snacks and drinks for the journey
- Reusable water bottle
You are also advised to always ask with your car rental company about anything you may need to know including specific weather conditions and activities of the region you’ll be visiting or any other specific requirements or recommendations for your self-drive safari.