Preparing a travel bag for Hajj is different from preparing your bag for any other trip, as the obligation requires some preparations and different preparations than anywhere else, and because shopping opportunities during Hajj are not always available.. Here are some of the basics that you must have in your Hajj travel bag this year.

  • travel bag


There is no need for a large size, especially if you are alone in the Hajj. A small bag is enough for your basic needs, to avoid the trouble of carrying and lifting from one place to another.

  • Bag Essentials

As for the clothes that you will use during the Hajj period, you should take enough pants and cotton clothes, preferably half-sleeved underwear, to protect you from sweating. Gray or dark blue.

And heavy, dark stockings, intended for tawaf and quest.

  • the shoes

For bathing shoes or ablutions, you should use rubber shoes designed for water descent, or rough and not smooth soles to avoid slipping, preferably with high heels off the ground, in order to protect your clothes from the wet ground due to crowding.

In addition, one medical shoe will suffice you for the entire Hajj period, and there is no need to carry many shoes.

  • Clothes inside the accommodation

There is nothing wrong with you wearing a jilbab or a cotton cloak, or any kind of loose cotton clothing that covers the body, and one of its important characteristics is that it is loose and does not reveal what is underneath, and you will need more than one piece to replace it from time to time.

In addition to the large cotton scarf and scarf, and an appropriate number of cotton "towels", avoid wearing synthetic fibers in clothes that are in contact with the body or hair, to avoid sweating and infections.

Avoid carrying a large number of bags to facilitate movement and movement (Pixabay)

  • Personal hygiene tools


You will only need a small package of shampoo, because you will not wash your hair before dissolving Ihram, and in addition to shampoo, you should make sure to remember soap and deodorant without smell, petroleum jelly or anti-inflammatory cream, and unscented “talcum” powder.

  • pharmaceutical

And you have to be careful about the type of medicines that you will carry in your bag, as some medicines are not authorized for travel without a medical report, such as tramadol as a strong analgesic for severe pain or some medicines for colon disorders. In addition to your usual medications if you suffer from a chronic disease, in addition to a “gel” to relieve joint and bone pain, a general analgesic, and a muscle relaxant you will need due to the daily fatigue, and the physical effort that will surprise your relaxed body throughout the year.

  • Small bag for carrying essentials

This bag is a must have while you're out of the camp or overnight, as well as a light backpack for shoes.

  • Sprayer, fan and umbrella

In order to prevent high temperatures, overcrowding, and the accompanying suffocation, the presence of a water sprayer with a battery fan and an umbrella-like hat, has become a necessity for many while they are in any unconditioned place, and this sprayer may save your life, do not hesitate to buy it and carry it with you.

  • personal tools

You will need small scissors, a comb and a hairbrush, as well as sunglasses, these are indispensable things, and there is no need to carry heavy umbrellas. 

  • light plastic bags

Small paper or plastic bags are important to accompany you on the trip to put any trash in, as well as sanitary pads for daily use.

Make sure you have your phone charger and PIN card in your bag (Pixabay)

  • Your mobile phone charger

And to communicate with others, easily, and without any emergency situations, do not forget the "power bank" battery charger, and the phone charger.

  • PIN Series

You should keep at least two of them, and clip one of them to your clothes or put it directly around your neck. 

  • In-house needs

Inside the camp you will only need a pair of hangers to hang your clothes and everyday belongings.

  • Rosary and prayer mat

Some prefer manual tasbeeh, others prefer the traditional rosary or the electronic tasbeeh ring. You may not need a prayer rug, but it is better to have a light foldable prayer rug to put inside your small bag.

  • light sweets

You may need a bag of sweets and candies to use in case you feel a sudden drop, and you should avoid chocolate because it melts quickly during the high temperature. 

There is no need to carry accessories, a number of sunglasses (one is enough), jewelry or more clothes, and avoid taking liquids, perfumes or electrical devices.