For the home, trekking trousers or shorts with T shirts and tops (Be prepared to be covered in porridge!!!) Long skirts or trousers if necessary for any excursions, but not essential. Waterproofs and/or umbrella for rainy season. Sensible shoes (trainers or walking shoes) and sandals/flip flops Sun cream Insect repellant Malaria tablets as per guidelines. Swimming costume as daily access is available for a small fee at the local “up market” Hotel Soche in Blantyre – towel provided Towel Torch – this is an essential item due to frequent power outages. Anti-bacterial hand gel.FM radio if you’re interested in the BBC World Service Sometimes there is a shortage of water for consecutive days so toiletries to suit are useful Toiletries are available to buy in Blantrye but they are expensive so bring enough to last the duration of your stay. Sleeping bags if you intend to climb Mount Mulanje.