Abu Simbel guide
🇪🇬 Packing List
What to pack for Abu Simbel
In February, Abu Simbel is typically warm, typically dry (12°C - 28°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Abu Simbel essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
- Sarong or shawl for temple visits
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A light jacket for evenings
- Very light, breathable cotton or linen clothing
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Bring water and snacks. Limited food options.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Limited facilities at site.
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Local currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)
- EGP cash only on site.
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Limited coverage.
- Peak season in February: keep bags zipped and don't flash jewellery
- February highlights: Sun Festival - light enters inner sanctuary