What to Pack and Wear in Egypt
Practical clothing and kit for temples, desert, boats, mosques and chilly balloon mornings.
Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07
Clothing basics
Pack light, breathable, loose clothing in natural fabrics, leaning modest. Covering shoulders and knees keeps you comfortable in the sun and respectful at mosques and conservative areas.
Sun and heat kit
A wide-brim hat, good sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen are non-negotiable, even in winter. Carry a refillable water bottle, because temple days are long and exposed.
Layers for dawn and water
Winter mornings, balloon flights and Nile evenings can be genuinely cold despite warm afternoons. One light insulating layer and a scarf cover almost every situation.
Feet and dust
Closed, comfortable shoes beat sandals on rubble at temples and in the desert. A scarf doubles as dust protection on windy days and quad rides.
Daypack essentials
Keep a working tourist card for cashless tickets, small notes for tips and toilets, any personal medication, and copies of your passport in your daypack.
Local tips
- Pack a scarf for sun, dust and mosques.
- Closed shoes beat sandals at sites.
- Bring a card for cashless tickets.
- Carry small notes for tips.
- Add a light layer for dawns and boats.
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