A few photocopies of all personal documents such as passports, visas, flights, travel insurance, vaccination card, international debit cards, (Master Card, Visa credit cards etc.) driving license
Telephone list for immediate blocking of lost debit card and insurance
Closed fitting shoes preferably snickers, boots, good rubber shoes.
Torches/phone torch can also be used
Hat/Cap to protect you from the sun
Prescription glasses, Sunscreen, sunglasses and lip balm
Power adapter with 3-4 sockets – this enables a shaver, trimmer, electric toothbrush and any batteries to be charged via a single adapter
Toiletries e.g. toothbrushes and toothpaste, toilet rolls, insect repellant/lotion.
Light clothing for hot days and change of clothes(Casual, comfortable clothing)
A light, compact raincoat if it is likely you will encounter rain (gorilla and chimp trekking)
Swimsuit – some of the lodges and camps have swimming pools
Long sleeves & long pants to protect you from the sun and mosquitoes
Pocket money.
Binoculars
Any medication you are on.
Hand Medicine: analgesic, allergy pills, remedy for diarrhea (maybe Imodium), malaria pills, plasters and disinfectant wipes
Pain killers.
Drinks and beverages.
Snacks.
Camera
A spirit of adventure and willingness to participate.