What kind of clothes should I pack for my trip to Kenya?
Both temperatures and climate vary drastically from region to region and even throughout a single day. You should be prepared for hot, cold, wet and dusty conditions. Ultimately your packing should be dictated by the activities you are planning to undertake.
If you are traveling extensively throughout the country make sure that you bring suitable luggage. Suitcases and bags should be able to withstand plenty of handling.
If you are traveling by domestic/chartered flights within Kenya, remember that there are luggage weight restrictions, particularly on smaller aircraft. Check in advance with your Charter airline or Safari/Tour operator.

• A small daypack is ideal for carrying cameras, travel documents and basic everyday items.

• Casual, lightweight, and comfortable clothing is usually the best. For walking safaris or game
   viewing on foot clothing should be of neutral color, and white, bright or vividly patterned
    clothing avoided.

• Strong footwear is advisable if you are planning to do any walking. For serious climbers and
   trekkers a good pair of hiking boots should be brought with you.

• Remember that the tropical/Equatorial sun is strong and burns quickly. Wide brimmed hats are
   preferable to baseball caps for sun protection.

• Both sunglasses and a good quality sunscreen (rated SPF15 or higher) should be used.

• In some areas, mostly coastal, it is considered inappropriate for women (and in some cases
  men) to wear shorts or short-sleeved shirts. It is always best to seek local advice.

• For some up-market lodges and nights out in Nairobi you may wish to bring some more formal
  evening wear. • Other recommended items for packing: bug spray, sunscreen, binoculars for
  game viewing, A small daypack is ideal for carrying cameras, travel documents and basic
  everyday items; camera & extra batteries, plenty of film, flashlight (for tented camps when the
  generator goes out at night).

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