What to bring, what NOT to bring, and the critical 15 kg soft bag rule.
All light aircraft used for fly-in safaris have a strict baggage allowance of 15 kg per person. Bags must be soft-sided — no hard-shell suitcases, backpacks with external frames, or rigid carry-on cases. This is a strict safety regulation from the aircraft operators. Items over 15 kg can be stored securely at your Zanzibar hotel.
Pack light. Leave the big suitcase at the hotel. Everything you need for a 1-day safari fits in a small day bag.