For the trail
- Binoculars (a telescope is rarely useful under the canopy)
- Sturdy, waterproof walking shoes or boots with good grip
- Light rain jacket or poncho
- Long trousers and long sleeves in muted colours
- Insect repellent
- Reusable water bottle and snacks
- Small dry bag for your camera and phone
For night walks and early starts
- Headlamp or torch, ideally with a red-light mode
- A warm layer — forest mornings can be cool
Useful extras
- A field guide to the birds of East Africa or a birding app
- Camera with a zoom lens
- Personal medication and malaria prevention as advised by your doctor
- Kenyan shillings in cash