Conservation - SOUTH AFRICA
Kit List

What to bring on your Conservation Placement?

General

Small day rucksack/backpack, along with your main rucksack

Waterproof (raincoat) or umbrella (especially in the rainy season: December - May)

Fleece / Jumper / Pullover (especially in the cooler season: May – August)

Swimming gear

Neutral coloured clothes that you do not mind getting ruined!

Towel (travel towel is adequate, but towels are not provided)

Sunglasses

Wind up torch (flashlight)

Minimal Electrical goods that require charging

A mosquito net is recommended if you are planning to travel – they will be provided at your accommodation.

Sleeping bag and sleeping bag liner are essential

Sturdy closed toe shoes / trainers (sneakers) or boots

Flip flops for showers and wearing around the camp

Basic toiletry kit

Plenty of extra toiletry supplies – they will not be easy to find!

Sanitary towels/tampons/mooncup

Baby wipes

Concentrated hand/face wash

Sun protection cream

Mosquito Repellant

Lip balm

Good guide book

Novels to read

Travellers cheques, credit card, ATM card

Mobile phone (it is possible to buy a local SIM card to use while here)

Money belt

Photocopy of all important documents

Spare passport photos for visa extensions, government ministries etc.

3 pronged, African plug adaptor

Medical kit