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- Bike
Your own bike, if you do not rent one. Book bike transport on trains or planes in advance.
- Binoculars
For wildlife, birds and views. A compact pair fits in any daypack.
- Brushes
Brushes for uncovering finds gently.
- Clothes in neutral colours
Beige, khaki or olive clothes attract fewer insects and disturb animals less on safari.
- Computer Games
Games for the journey and rainy days. Download them before you go, as there is not always internet.
- Cycling gloves
Padded gloves ease the pressure on your hands on long rides and protect them in a fall. Full fingers are better on mountain bike trails.
- Drinking Bottles
Refillable bottles for water on the go. Bring enough for everyone on longer tours.
- Dust cover for the camera
A cover protects your camera from dust and sand.
- E-Reader
Many books in one light device. Load books before you leave and take the charger.
- Field guide or identification app
Helps you identify birds, whales or other animals on the spot. Download apps and offline data before you go.
- Field notebook
A notebook for notes, sketches and find records.
- Gloves
Gloves protect hands from the rope and from hits with the wall. They are mainly used by recreational abseilers, industrial access practitioners, adventure racers and military as…
- Helmet
A bike helmet protects your head. In some countries it is compulsory.
- Hydration pack
A backpack with water bladder lets you drink without stopping.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Knee-pads
Knee-pads (and sometimes elbow-pads) are popular in some applications for the protection of joints during crawls or hits. Wikipedia]
- Lens Cleaner
Cloth and fluid for clean lenses on binoculars and scope.
- Lightweight Scarf
A light scarf protects against sun, dust and sand and covers your shoulders when needed.
- Long, loose trousers
Long, loose trousers protect your legs from chafing on the camel.
- Malaria prophylaxis
Ask a doctor in good time whether you need malaria tablets for your destination.
- Old long-sleeved clothes
Old long-sleeved clothes protect your skin and may get dirty or stained.
- Photo backup
Copy your photos regularly to a small drive, a laptop or the cloud, so a lost memory card does not take the whole trip with it.
- Playing Cards
A pack of cards fits in every bag and works without power.
- Reading material
Books or magazines for the journey and relaxing days. An e-reader saves weight.
- Riding boots
Boots with a small heel so your foot cannot slip through the stirrup.
- Riding gloves
Gloves protect your hands from the reins.
- Riding helmet
A riding helmet protects your head in falls. Stables often lend them.
- Riding trousers
Riding trousers without inner seams prevent chafing in the saddle.
- Spare camera battery
A second battery keeps you shooting all day; in the cold, batteries drain faster. Charge both before you set off.
- Spare tubes
Spare inner tubes that fit your tyre size.