What to Pack for Hurghada: Excursion Packing List

Hurghada holidays mix beach days, boat trips, desert evenings and long sightseeing days. Packing for all of them is easy if you know what each one needs.

Essentials for every day

• Reef-safe mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide)
• Sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat
• Refillable water bottle
• Small cash in local currency for tips and extras
• Copy of your passport

For boat trips

• Swimwear and a quick-dry towel
• Long-sleeve rash vest
• Your own mask if you wear glasses or want a perfect fit
• Seasickness tablets if you need them
• Waterproof phone pouch

Heading out? See the Orange Bay trip and our snorkeling guide.

For desert safaris

• Closed shoes and light long trousers
• A warm layer from November to March
• Glasses instead of contact lenses if dust bothers you

For Luxor and Cairo

• Passport (mandatory for flights and checked on the road)
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Clothing covering shoulders and knees for religious sites; a scarf for mosques
• Travel pillow for early starts

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