Travellers should therefore not wear shorts or miniskirts in public places including markets and religious places, but can wear them while in the hotel, in swimming pool areas, as well as on game drives in national parks and reserves in Tanzania.
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Do plan to dress in layers so you can adjust to temperature changes as early morning game drives can be quite cold depending on the time of year while daytime temperatures can get quite warm. Stick to neutral or khaki colors and avoid wearing dark blue or black clothes as these colors tend to attract tsetse flies.
There is no need to bring anything fancy for evenings as African safari lodges tend to be casual. That said, it's nice to change out of what you've worn all day. Suggested safari footwear: Boots or closed-toe shoes for protecting your feet, and sandals for when it's hot.
The African summer, October to April, is quite hot so plan on wearing tee shirts, shorts, swimsuits and cargo pants. We recommend that you select lightweight and preferably neutral-colored materials.
3 pairs of trousers: Comfortable, fashionable, and easy to find in earthy colors, chino are the ideal safari pants. You can also consider cargo pants or culottes or even a pair of jeans. Just don't wear anything too tight. 3 pairs of shorts: As it gets hot in the afternoon, switching over to shorts is a good option.
Tanzania is a country of mixed beliefs including Christianity and Islam, as well as a number of other conservative traditions and faiths. In Tanzania, modesty is the ideal and thus shorts and miniskirts as well as very tight clothing is considered inappropriate and quite provocative.
What NOT to Wear on Safari. Dark colours attract Tsetse flies, so stay away from dark blue or black clothing – they have a painful bite! Now that you know what to wear, make sure you know how to pack. Most safari operators will ask that you only bring one suitcase, one overnight duffle bag, and one day pack.
The 'real' criteria is: Don't be too much attractive and always feel comfortable! You can wear any kind of shirts, t-shirts, shorts, leggings, even blue jeans if that's what you want!
In any situation, make sure to greet the most elderly first, and then go on until you greet the youngest people in the room. You must never rush this process, as it's considered incredibly rude. Also, Tanzanians often hold hands throughout their entire conversations.
Wear neutral or khaki-colored clothing instead of dark blue or black, which tends to draw tsetse flies. Sunglasses, insect repellant, sunscreen, and wide-brimmed hats are essential. It's recommended that you wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, socks, and insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites after dusk.
Be aware of your surroundings. Do not leave your food or drink unattended. Stay alert in all locations, especially those frequented by Westerners. Avoid public displays of affection particularly between same-sex couples.
There's no need to go out and buy special pants for your safari — chinos, leggings, and shorts are all generally fine (though some experts advise against jeans because they're heavy to pack).