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  • Check your passport validity (at least 6 months remaining).
  • Verify visa requirements well before departure.
  • Purchase comprehensive travel insurance.
  • Inform your bank if you'll be using your cards abroad.
  • Download offline maps and airline apps.
  • Roll your clothes to save space.
  • Carry medications in your hand luggage.
  • Pack a universal travel adapter.
  • Bring a reusable water bottle.
  • Keep a change of clothes in your carry-on.
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  • Respect local customs and dress codes.
  • Carry small denominations of local currency.
  • Stay hydrated, especially in tropical climates.
  • Keep digital copies of important documents.
  • Book popular activities in advance during peak seasons.
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  • Wear neutral-colored clothing (khaki, olive, beige).
  • Follow your guide's instructions at all times.
  • Be patient—wildlife sightings are unpredictable but rewarding.
  • Early morning and late afternoon game drives often provide the best wildlife viewing.
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  • Respect local culture in villages and Stone Town by dressing modestly.
  • Reef-safe sunscreen helps protect marine life.
  • Carry cash for smaller shops and markets.
  • Book snorkeling or diving trips with licensed operators.
  • Don't miss a traditional sunset dhow cruise.
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