Comfortable good walking shoes, sleeping bag, comfortable sweaters and windbreakers: the temperature differences between day and night can be significant, especially in winter (November, December, January).
Head protection: The scarf (turban), is made to protect your head, your neck and shoulders from the hot sun. For the sandstorms a hat or scarf is a necessity.
Flashlight (or headlamp), wet wipes, sunglasses, matches, and personal pharmacy.
