7 October 2026 · 4 min read · SAR Media Team
Running kit
- Broken-in running shoes (consider trail-friendly soles for gravel)
- Light, breathable top and shorts; singlet to pin your BIB on the front
- Cap or visor, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen
- Hydration belt or small bottle
- Safety pins for your BIB
Safari clothing
- Neutral colours such as khaki, green and brown (avoid bright colours and dark blue or black, which attract tsetse flies)
- Warm layer and light rain jacket for cool mornings and evenings
- Closed shoes and comfortable socks
Documents
- Passport or national ID used for registration (needed to collect your kit)
- Printed confirmation with BIB number
- Travel insurance and, if required for your nationality, visa and vaccination records
Health and extras
- Personal medication, insect repellent and any malaria prevention advised by your doctor
- Binoculars, camera, extra batteries or power bank
- Reusable water bottle
Leave behind
There is no equipment storage at the start, so leave valuables at your hotel. Wondering what else to bring? Check our FAQ or contact the team.