Hajj Packing Guide
Embarking on the sacred pilgrimage of Hajj is a profound experience for any Muslim. It is not only a spiritual journey but also a physical and logistical one that requires careful planning and preparation. To help you get ready for this significant act of worship and privilege, we have compiled an essential packing Hajj packing guide to ensure that your pilgrimage is as comfortable and fulfilling as possible.
Hajj Packing Guide
Before you go
- Valid Passport
- Flight Tickets
- Hajj Visa
- Haji Contract
- Valid Vaccination Cards
- Travellers Will
- Foreign Currency / Bank Cards
Clothing & Footwear
- Ihraam clothing
- Ihraam compliant footwear
- Pair of sandals for bathrooms
- Comfortable Sneakers
- Comfortable clothing for the duration of the trip.
Washing can be done in your room or you can use laundry services in the city.
Personal Toiletries
- Small block unscented soap
- Deodorant
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Moisturiser
- Feminine hygiene products
- Chafing Cream
- Earbuds
- Nail clipper
- Combs / brushes
- Sanitising Wipes
- Hand Sanitiser
- Small scissors
- Disposable gloves
- Lip balm
- Vaseline / Zambuk
Staying Cool
- Wide brimmed hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Portable Umbrella
- Ice Towel/Cooling Towel
Medication
- Pain Killers
- Prescription Medication
- Cold/Flu/Sinus medication
- Laxative/Anti-Diarrhoeal
- Antibiotics
- Motion sickness medication
- Throat lozenges
- Mini First Aid Kit
- Spare Asthma pump (If Required)
- Rehydrate Sachets or Similar
- Berocca Boost – One dissolvable tablet daily
- Air-Immune – One dissolvable tablet daily
- Bioplus Chews / Super C or Similar
Connectivity
- Smartphone
- UK Style Travel Adapter
- Power Bank (30 000mha)
- Spare Phone Charger
- Headphones
Snacks
- Jungle Oats Energy Bars
- Biltong (Packed in small, portioned servings)
- Mixed nuts (Packed in small, portioned servings)
Handy Items
- Wudhu Towel and Shower Towel
- Door Hook for towels
- Inflatable Neck Pillow
- Eye Masks
- Ear Plugs
- Permanent Marker
- Masking Tape
- Ziplock bags
- Safety Pins
- Rubber bands
- Small Carabiners (x2)
Ibadah
- Small portable Quran
- Travel Musallah
- Dua Books or Apps on Phone
- Tawaf Counter
- Tasbeeh
- Paper or electronic journal
General tips
- Most of these items can be purchased in Bin Dawood Stores in Makkah, Madinah & Azizia.
- Travel as light as possible and avoiding excess luggage.
- For medication, always consult your personal physician to ensure you have what you need for the journey.
- If you have any health concerns, inform your Haj operator team in advance so that they can assist and support you in case of an emergency.
See Essential Service Providers In Saudi Arabia.
