Gorilla Tracking Packing List

This is just a mere guideline, as you may have your own preferences:-
      • 1-2 long-sleeved shirts
      • 3 short-sleeved t-shirts
      • 2 –3 pairs of lightweight slacks/trousers – that can dry quickly (if wearing on treks)
      • 1 pair of shorts
      • 1 sweater or sweatshirt
      • A waterproof and windproof jacket
      • Gloves – gardening or similar (for gorilla trekking)
      • Strong waterproof hiking boots/shoes – pants should be tucked into socks and boots while trekking, even sports shoes can work.
      • A hat with a wide brim or with a visor for sun protection
      • Sleepwear, Underwear, Lightweight wool socks, Swimsuit (and a plastic bag)

Miscellaneous

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses with a neck strap
  • Insect repellent with DEET
  • Small day pack
  • Flashlight
  • Binoculars
  • Extra batteries
  • Camera and extra lenses
  • Film, particularly fast film for the gorillas.
  • Personal toiletries
  • Prescription medicines and possibly the prescription itself
  • Kleenex tissues
  • Small notebook
First Aid Kit including rehydration sachets, anti-diarrhoea medicine, aspirin, cold medication, antiseptic cream, band-aids, motion sickness pills, lip balm, eye drops and personal medication.