Egypt is a destination where ancient history meets desert landscapes and crystal-clear seas. From exploring temples and cities to relaxing at Red Sea resorts, good preparation makes all the difference. This ultimate travel checklist helps you pack smart and travel confidently — so you can focus on experiencing Egypt at its best.
🛂 Travel Documents & Essentials
Make sure all official paperwork is arranged before departure.
• 📘 Passport (valid at least 6 months)
• 🛃 Egypt visa (e-visa or visa on arrival, if required)
• ✈️ Flight tickets / boarding passes
• 🏨 Hotel, cruise or apartment confirmations
• 🧾 Travel itinerary (digital + printed)
• 🛂 Copies of passport & visa (paper + cloud)
• 📄 Travel insurance documents
• 🚗 Driver’s license (if renting a car – rarely needed)
• 📱 Emergency contacts list
• 💳 Credit/debit cards (inform bank before travel)
❤️ Health, Safety & Insurance
Egypt is generally safe for tourists, but climate and hygiene require preparation.
• 🩺 Travel health insurance (incl. medical evacuation)
• 💊 Personal medication (with prescriptions)
• 🩹 Basic first-aid kit
• 🧴 Sunscreen (SPF 30–50)
• 😎 Sunglasses (UV protection)
• 🧢 Hat or cap
• 🚰 Reusable water bottle
• 🧻 Hand sanitizer & wet wipes
• 💊 Stomach medication / rehydration salts
• 🦟 Insect repellent (especially near water)
👕 Clothing & Footwear
Pack for heat, sun and cultural respect.
• 👕 Lightweight, breathable tops
• 👖 Long trousers / skirts (temples & mosques)
• 🩳 Shorts (for resorts & beaches)
• 👗 Casual evening wear
• 👙 Swimwear
• 🧦 Socks
• 👟 Comfortable walking shoes (cities & sites)
• 🩴 Sandals / flip-flops
• 🧥 Light jacket or scarf (evenings / air-conditioned places)
• 🧣 Scarf or shawl (sun & cultural sites)
• 🌙 Sleepwear
🏜️ Sightseeing, Desert & Culture Gear
For temples, cities and excursions.
• 🎒 Daypack
• 📷 Camera / phone with good battery
• 🔋 Power bank
• 🧴 Lip balm with SPF
• 🧭 Offline maps (very useful)
• 📖 Guidebook or notes about sites
• 📝 Notebook or journal
⚡ Electronics & Tech
• 📱 Mobile phone
• 🔌 Universal travel adapter (Type C / F)
• 🔋 Extra charging cables
• 🎧 Headphones
• 💾 SD cards / cloud storage
• 📡 Offline apps (Maps, Translate, Taxi apps)
🌊 Beach & Red Sea Extras (Hurghada / El Gouna / Sharm)
If you’re heading to the coast.
• 🏖️ Beach towel (or quick-dry towel)
• 🤿 Snorkel mask (optional)
• 🩴 Water shoes (coral beaches)
• 📱 Waterproof phone pouch
• 🪶 Dry bag (boat trips)
💰 Money & Payments
Cash is still important in many places.
• 💳 Credit & debit cards
• 💵 Cash (Egyptian Pound – EGP)
• 🏦 Bank travel notifications activated
• 🔐 Money belt or secure wallet
• 📊 Expense tracking app (optional)
🧳 Miscellaneous Must-Haves
Small things that make a big difference.
• 🪥 Toiletries & personal care items
• 🧼 Travel-size laundry detergent
• 💤 Eye mask & earplugs
• 🎶 Music & podcasts downloaded
• 🎁 Small gifts (optional)
• 🧠 Patience, curiosity & respect for local culture 🌍
