Masai Mara guide
🇰🇪 Packing List
What to pack for Masai Mara
In January, Masai Mara is typically cold, 2 to 8°c (2–8°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Masai Mara essentials
- Weather: Cold, 2 to 8°C
- Safari neutral colors.
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm insulated jacket
- Thermal base layers
- Woollen hat, gloves and scarf
- Warm socks
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Lip balm and moisturiser for cold, dry air
- Camp food is well-prepared. Bottled water provided.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Type G, 240V (limited electricity - solar common).
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
- Forex card or local currency
- Local currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES), USD accepted