Getting+Ready

=Things To Bring / Things Not To Bring=


 * __PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION FOR YOUR EGYPT ADVENTURE REVISED JAN 12th__**

You should have a full passport valid for at least six months after the end of your trip. You must ensure that you have a re-entry visa into Thailand. **Note:** it is advisable to bring a photocopy of your passport in case you lose the original.
 * __PASSPORTS AND VISAS__**


 * Visas are your responsibility**. You should allow plenty of time for obtaining necessary visas.

We will have a first aid kit with us but you may wish to bring **a personal** **medical kit.** Any reputable medical store will be able to provide this. Suggested contents includes: Lip balm anti-histamine cream or tablets Hand Sanitizer Pain killers anti diarrhoea remedy Emergen-C Moisturiser dehydration salts Aftersun relief Elastoplasts/band aids insect repellent Feminine Hygiene Sterile dressings antiseptic cream
 * __MEDICAL / HEALTH__**
 * Sunscreen** water purifying tablets Baby wipes

NB **– you are responsible for bringing any specific medical requirements that you may have but you must inform Ms. Kennedy and Mr. Soule of your requirements.**
 * You may wish to consult with your doctor about getting antibiotics or other medicines

__LUGGAGE AND WHAT TO BRING__ __Here are a few musts:__ SLEEPING BAG (temperatures can fall to 0 Celsius), sun hat, warm clothes (fleece, sweater, hat), swimming suit, towel, t-shirt, comfy shoes, sandals, comfortable pants, toiletries, toilet paper, flash lights, trail food and high energy snacks.


 * As a guide we recommend you must keep to the airline's restriction of 20kg or less. A large back pack is recommended along with a day pack. Large suitcases or hard-shelled bags are not recommended, as these can be difficult to carry and transport. You must be able to carry all of your own luggage and be aware that we will be moving from place to place regularly. Most people make the mistake of bringing too much clothing. Clothes should be easy to wash and dry, but avoid nylon and other synthetics which can be very uncomfortable in hot weather. Please remember that Egypt can be colder than you might expect, particular at night and in the early morning in the desert.

__The following is a suggested list of clothing and accessories (some are repeats from above):__

2 long sleeved shirts/blouses 3-4 short sleeved shirts (NO SLEEVELESS!) 2 pairs trousers or 1 pair and 1 skirt Passport (plus photocopy) 1-2pairs shorts (NOT TOO SHORT) Heavy sweater Light sweater Underwear Hat (maybe gloves too!) Water/windproof jacket Boots or sneakers Sandals Set of “smart casual”clothes and shoes Swimsuit Personal toiletries and towel Camera & charger Watch (inexpensive) Sunglasses Plastic bags Washing soap for clothes Money (US$) Some reading about Egyptian History and REQUIRED: A Diary or book to take notes* necessary for course assessment!!!

If you wear glasses (or contacts) it is also advisable to bring a spare pair.

__IMPORTANT__; You also need to bring your student ID card with you – if you do not you will have to pay additional rates at ALL of the museums/exhibitions & activities that we participate in.**

__SECURITY__
 * We cannot stress enough the need for you to be aware while travelling in Egypt. Please do not bring unnecessary valuables along with you such as jewellery or expensive watches. We will not take Ipods or phones into the desert.

We also recommend that you** photocopy all your travel documents **and keep them aside from the originals.**

Although all care and attention will be exercised, neither your teachers, Khaset Expeditions nor its agents and employees can accept responsibility for anything that goes missing.

__SPENDING MONEY__


 * Only you know to what extent your spending habits will tax you ie. what souvenirs you are most probably wanting to buy, or any extra things you may wish to spend your money on. Egypt is not as cheap as a lot of the travel books have you to believe and as such we would recommend that you allow, in addition to the listed itinerary, a figure of US$20 to US$30 per day.

It is advisable to bring spending money in cash in US** dollars. We may have access to cash machines in Cairo.

__WHILE IN EGYPT__
 * We ask you to preserve the areas that you will be travelling through as much as possible, and as such, please do not drop or leave behind litter and being respectful to the local community and you guides.**

__"TAKE ONLY PHOTOS, LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS".__

__LOCAL LAWS AND CUSTOMS__


 * We ask that each student obey all the laws of the countries we are travelling through. Any passenger found in possession of contraband, non-prescribed narcotic drugs or alcohol** will be asked to leave the trip **immediately, with no refund. All of the countries you will be travelling through will have their own individual customs, please respect them.**

A note of warning **about photography. Under no circumstances should you attempt to photograph government buildings, police, military personnel or any government official. This applies especially at borders. It is not unknown for people to have cameras confiscated if officials even suspect a photo has been taken. If in doubt, ask.**

__CUSTOMS OF EGYPT__** In general Egypt is a conservative society yet with friendly people everywhere, all that is required is the normal respect to religious places when visiting i.e no noise and respectful clothes. Egypt has experienced Tourism for a long time and is quite tolerable and hospitable but be sensible when deciding what clothing to take with you.