Here is a list of the most important gear you will need in order to shine at the camp site
Top Camping Essentials
By Heinrich Zimmermann, Camping Specialist
Tent (we recommend the Coleman Instant Tent, available at Carrefour)
Camping chairs (go for the ‘Pimp Daddy’ option)
Air mattress (Coleman brand is most reliable)
Pump (ideally a rechargeable one or one that plugs into your car socket)
Sleeping bag
Pillow
Flashlights (ideally a headlamp)
Cooler (the larger the better, with wheels)
Portable/foldable table
Reusable plates, cups and cutlery
Other useful kit
Toilet paper
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Hand sanitizer
First-aid kit
Tooth brush & toiletry bag
Sunglasses
Cap
Tow rope (needed when you get stuck in the sand; we all do)
Speaker with wifi (music is always a good idea)
Good to Have:
mobile shower
potty for smaller kids
Gas cooker
BBQ (small square Weber)
Wood (you can never have too much)
GoPro (for those epic action shots)
Diving shoes (for wadi adventures)
Walkie talkies
Essentials for your Car
Before you begin any adventure, you will need to ensure that you buy the following basic equipment before going off road to keep in the car:
Tire Deflators
12v Tire Inflator
Sand Shovel
Flag pole with suction tap (for desert driving)
Recovery snatch strap
Electrical rated fire extinguisher
Charger cable for your phone in case you get stranded for a long time
Finally book a place on the FAKC Off-Road Workshop to learn the basics of Driving and Navigating Off-Road from one of the FAKC Training Team members. Happy trails!
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