Travel light. Pack only what you think you need; you will probably find that you need and use less than you originally thought. It is possible to hand wash personal items and there may be laundry at the hotel. Please refer to the detailed suggested packing list on the Uganda page online.
Clothes items should be versatile and efficient. Be prepared for variances in temperatures and humidity. Loose clothing is cool in warm temperatures.
Essential Items:
- One clearly labeled suitcase and carry-on
- Passport with Visa
- Airline tickets and Itinerary
- Copy of Passport (photocopy, digital picture, scan)
- A lock for your suitcase to be used in your room
- Money belt/document case to be worn in front, or the kind you wear around the neck
- A list of emergency contact numbers (lost cards, etc.)
- Cash, an optional credit card and/or bank card
- Your personal toiletries: shampoo, soap, etc
- Your favorite diarrhea medicine
- All necessary prescription medications, and a copy of the prescription.
- Mosquito repellant and disinfectant hand lotion
- Malaria medication
- A small umbrella. (Hopefully won't be necessary)
- A good, RELIABLE, travel alarm clock (might be a long walk to the ministry site!)
- All your chargers for cameras, shavers, phones, etc. (Optional; a short extension cord - 3 outlet.)
- Bible, pen(s) & notebook
- Breath Mints for the ministry sessions! (You'll be up close & personal).
- Sun equipment: sunglasses, suntan lotion, hat(s)
- Face cloth and towel (hotel towels can be quite small)
- A roll of toilet paper in a plastic bag (to be on your person at all times!!!!)
- Small packets of tissues
- A small flashlight and/or reading light (room lighting is often poor)
- Warm sleepwear or sweats (sometimes bed clothing can be inadequate)
- A light jacket or sweater (evenings can get cool)
- Ladies: A skirt below the knee and/or large scarf/sarong
- Men: Collared shirt and tie
Recommended Optional Items:
- Voltage converter and plug adaptor
- Conservative bathing suit
- A comfortable pillow if this is essential to your ability to sleep
- Sleeping aids: Ear plugs, blindfold, drugs… whatever you require.
- Extra eyeglasses or contacts in case current ones are misplaced
- Snack food: trail mix, energy bars, breakfast bars. Meals aren't always on time.
- Spare batteries for camera, flashlight, etc.
- Digital voice recorder or mini-cassette for recording healings, notes, worship, etc.
- A travel coffee maker if your morning coffee is essential to your well-being and sociability
- A few band-aids, perhaps a small first aid kit, pain pills, antacids… your normal pharmaceuticals
- - A few pictures from home to show the locals when they ask about your family, etc.
- - Some re-sealable plastic bags of various sizes for items that are soiled, wet, smelly, etc.
- - Water bottle
- - Digital Camera
Other Items:
These are some items that would be put to good use. If possible, you could purchase some of these and bring them in your suitcase. Thanks!
Medicine:
- Children’s Multi-vitamins
- Children’s pain and fever medicine
Other:
- Cheap face cloths, small toiletry items.
For Kids:
- Coloring books
- Small toys, bouncy balls, cars, stickers, pens & notepads… Dollar Store Stuff!
- Also any other supplies for playing with children
