Packing List

Passports! (We suggest you carry an original certified copy of your passport in case it gets lost Store these in a zip lock bag.)
Sunglasses
Spare contact lenses (if applicable)
Pillow, warm sleeping bag and bottom sheet if required
Towel for showering
A good quality torch
Mosquito repellent
Malaria prophylactics (at your discretion)
Personal toiletries
Sunblock, eye drops and lip balm
Camera with spare batteries
Binoculars (a small pair is preferable)
Cash, credit cards and medical aid card
Basic medical kit with anti-inflammatory medication, painkillers, anti-histamines, space blanket and emergency or personal medication
Cell phone with pin deactivated (you will need international roaming).

Hat or cap
Warm and cool clothes: the weather will be unpredictable with the days warm to hot & the nights cold
Casual wear or track suits for around the campsite
Good walking shoes or closed sandals for walking around the camps
Long sleeves and long pants are recommended in case the evenings are chilly

Hydration Pack and water bottles (compulsory) – minimum 3 litres carrying capacity
Helmet (mandatory)
Cycling Kit – 4 sets of clothing for each day of riding – there are no washing facilities (you will receive one Nedbank Tour de Tuli cycle shirt. We will update you as to whether we receive sponsorship for a second shirt.)
Arm warmers for the chilly early mornings and to keep the sun off your arms during the day
Mountain bike specific cycling shoes, socks and gloves
Heart rate monitor (if required)
A GPS is useful if you have one
Buff or something similar

Any Bike specific spares
Derailleur hanger – each bicycle has a different size derailleur hanger. So please ensure that you each bring your own spare as if this breaks you will not be able to continue your ride
Spare sealant, spare tubes and plugs
Brake pads
Bike chain and combination lock
Multi tool and cable ties
Tyre and shock pump
Chain breaker and chain links
Spare cleats (recommended)
Zip lock bags are useful for storage of bike spares
Chamois cream
Gel saddle
Any specialised bike spares
Duct tape