Sierra Leone Packing List 2026 Complete Guide What to Bring

Complete Sierra Leone packing list. Documents, health supplies, clothing, electronics and tips for packing smart for tropical West Africa in 2026.

Documents (Carry-on Only — Never Checked)

• Passport (original) with 6+ months validity
• Yellow fever International Certificate of Vaccination
• Travel insurance documents (including medevac coverage details)
• Hotel booking confirmation printout
• USD cash in varied denominations, crisp and new
• Digital backups of all documents in two email accounts

Clothing for Sierra Leone's Climate

• Lightweight breathable shirts (linen or moisture-wicking) — 4-5
• Long-sleeved shirts for evenings (mosquito protection + respect)
• Lightweight trousers — 2-3 (convertible zip-off are practical)
• Shorts for beach days — 2
• Swimwear — 2 sets (things dry slowly in humidity)
• Light packable rain jacket (essential for rainy season; useful year-round)
• Sandals for beach and indoor
• Closed-toe shoes for walking and rural areas
• Flip-flops for showers in budget accommodation

Health and Medical Kit

• Antimalarial medication (complete course for your stay plus 7 days extra)
• DEET insect repellent 30%+ concentration
• Permethrin spray for treating clothing
• Oral rehydration salts (ORS) — minimum 10 sachets
• Ciprofloxacin or azithromycin antibiotic (prescription — ask your travel doctor)
• Imodium/loperamide for diarrhoea
• Paracetamol and ibuprofen
• Antiseptic cream and plasters
• Water purification tablets (backup)
• Hand sanitiser — use frequently
• Sunscreen SPF 50+
• All prescription medications in original packaging

Electronics

• Power bank 20,000mAh+ capacity
• Universal travel adapter with UK Type G
• Spare charging cables for all devices
• Headtorch/flashlight with spare batteries
• Laptop (if working remotely)

Miscellaneous Essentials

• Mosquito net (treated — confirm if your accommodation provides one)
• Small padlock for luggage security
• Lightweight day pack
• Reusable water bottle (fill with bottled/filtered water only)
• Sunglasses and hat
• Earplugs (generators run at night)