Packing List
What to bring (and what to leave) for a trip to The Gambia or Senegal.
The basics
- Lightweight, breathable clothing — natural fibres beat synthetics in the heat.
- A light long-sleeve layer and long trousers for evenings and mosquito protection.
- A hat, good sunglasses and high-factor sunscreen.
- Insect repellent (ideally containing DEET or picaridin).
- A reusable water bottle and water-purification method.
- Basic first-aid kit including rehydration salts.
- Universal power adapter — both countries use Type C/E plugs (230V).
A full season-by-season packing list with activity-specific add-ons is being written.