Clothing
- Neutral greens and browns; avoid white and bright colours
- Camouflage: [check the current rule for Zimbabwe and transit countries]
- Layers: mornings from June to August can be cold, afternoons hot
- Warm fleece or jacket for early starts on the vehicle
- Wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Long sleeves and trousers for evenings and thorny bush
Boots and Footwear
- Light, broken-in hunting boots with quiet soles and ankle support
- A second pair in case one gets wet or damaged
- Gaiters against grass seeds and thorns
- Comfortable shoes or sandals for camp
Optics and Rifle Gear
- Binoculars (8x or 10x)
- Rifle with a low-power scope for dangerous game
- Ammunition within the permitted limits
- Sling, lockable hard rifle case, cleaning kit
- Hearing and eye protection
Documents Checklist
- Passport and visa
- Firearm permit paperwork and rifle serial numbers
- Travel and medical evacuation insurance details
- Flight itinerary and our contact numbers
- Copies of everything, stored separately from the originals
- US dollars in cash for tips and extras
Charter Flight Luggage Limits
Light aircraft have strict weight limits and usually need soft-sided bags.
[Weight limit per person, bag type and size]
Downloadable Checklist
[Link to a printable PDF version of this checklist]