We have created this Libya travel guide to clarify
some important issues regarding travelling in Libya,
which are rarely addressed by tour operators, and
which we found to be a source of confusion and disappointment
to tourists
when they arrive in Libya. We strongly recommend reading
the following points and travel recommendations before
making any decisions regarding
your visit to Libya, and if you are still in doubt of
anything, please do not hesitate to contact us for further
information. We will be more than happy to provide you
with all the information we have to the best of our knowledge.
Visa Law: (important):
Please keep in mind that although we are continuously attempting to update our information regarding Libyan visas, it is impossible to keep up with the ever changing Libyan visa laws; all of which become effective immediately without any notice. This means that we cannot, nor anyone can, guarantee anything regarding Libyan visas, and therefore we shall not be held responsible for any third party agreements you might have with other companies. For example, if we inform you that we have secured a visa for you and completed all preparations and accordingly you booked your flight to Tripoli, and then we inform you at a later stage that the situation has changed, then we shall not be held responsible for any financial loss due to canceling your flight at any time. Tourism in Libya is new and still involves a greater degree of adventure in many ways. If you want to visit Libya, then please be prepared for any kind of news. In fact this is the reason several international companies still refuse to include Libya in their list of destinations, saying that Libya needs to sort out its visa business before they can consider including it in their programs.
List of Places to Visit
If you are designing your own tour, you cannot visit
any places in Libya other than those specified during
your booking or enquiry. According to Libyan law,
the visa is granted to visit the sites specified
before arrival. Therefore, in order to avoid disappointment,
it is important that tourists specify the exact cities
and sites they would like to visit before arrival.
Once a tourist chooses the right destinations, then
she or he cannot visit other destinations when they
arrive in Libya. Some Libyan Tour Operators were
ordered to close down by the Libyan government because
they deviated from the planned route.
Please study your destinations carefully and plan your
route accordingly before you send us your list of chosen
sites and cities, as we cannot, and no one can, change
this. Stopping at
other places and sites in your route is, of course, a
different matter and is perfectly allowed. What is not
allowed is changing the actual planned route.
If you specify Tripolitania and Fezzan, but you
change your mind after arrival and want to include
Cyrenaica as well, then unfortunately you cannot.
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Travelling Alone in Libya
Another problem we encountered is that some of our visitors
wanted to travel alone in Libya. According to Libyan law, a tourist must
be accompanied, at all times, by a Libyan representative of the chosen
tour operator, from entry to exit. This does not mean that your freedom
is restricted, as you can go anywhere within your specified destinations.
For example, if you say you want to visit Zwara, then once you are in
Zwara you can go anywhere you like, and think of your escort (or guide)
as a friend whom you can ask for directions while driving. This is one
of those things that makes Libya unique, and most Libyan tour operators
hope this will not be necessary in the near future when tourism establishes
itself in Libya. Moreover, in groups of more than four, the
Libyan
Tourism Police
will also join the convoy, in their own vehicle, of course.
This was said to protect tourists.
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Desert Expert:
It is not only not recommended to drive into the heart
of the Sahara without a desert expert, but also
Libyan law requires all tour operators to appoint
a desert expert for every group of tourists entering
the regions of al-Hamadah al-Hamrah, the Awbari Lakes,
Acacus, Waw an-Namus, Waw al-Kabeer and other similar
desert areas. The law also requires two 4WD desert
vehicles to be part of the convoy.
Tourists and travellers need to appreciate that this is a
government requirement.
Tour Guide Versus Tour Escort
This representative, who must accompany you, is always
referred to as
"guide"
by all tour operators, when the correct word to use is
in fact
"an escort"
or
"companion", which is مرافق in Arabic, literally translates as
"accompanier"
(he who accompanies you). These
"companions"
are not necessarily experts in tourism and most of them
have no professional qualifications as guides. They are
employees of the tour operator or the travel agent who
must accompany their visitors during their tour or stay
in Libya. Some visitors confuse these companions with
proper guides, and express dissatisfaction when they
arrive in Libya and realise that their official escort
knows nothing about Leptis Magna or Mori's mummy. Therefore
if you need a qualified archaeological or museum guide,
then you need to specify this clearly in your enquiry
form. Most museums and archaeological sites have guides
whom tourists can, and most often must, hire.
But even then these guides may not impress you as other
guides might do in other countries where tourism is an established business.
Please bear in mind that Libya was a closed country for a long time and
it is only recently that her doors were
conditionally
opened to the outside
world.
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Desert Vehicles (4WD):
Libyan law requires all tour operators to provide a minimum
of two desert vehicles
for any one group of tourists wishing to visit desert sites,
like Acacus and Matkhandoush, even if that group
contains one single tourist. One vehicle for the
tourist(s) and the guide, and the other one for the
desert expert, the tourism police, equipment, fuel,
camping gear (such as blankets, tents, cooking utensils,
etc.), water, food, and, most importantly, for emergencies.
It is very, very, common for one vehicle to get
stuck in the sand, only to be pulled free by the
other; not mention one vehicle could break down altogether.
Sometimes we get some groups, normally of three tourists,
requesting to cross the desert in one vehicle. When
we reply to them explaining the legal requirement
of two desert vehicles, they reply saying:
"taking
into consideration your advice, we need to travel
in one vehicle. Please send us your best offer."
This kind answer is
tantamount to
us being labeled
"dishonest"
and expresses disrespect and
therefore we normally discontinue our correspondence
with such clients after this point because they think
we make things up to make more money. To clear the
confusion we have decided to include this issue in
this travel guide: to make it clear that the requirement
is not
"our
personal advice." It
is a legal requirement stipulated by the tourism
department of the Libyan government which all Libyan
tour operators
and travel agents must
fully observe if they wish to remain in business.
We understand the obvious need to reduce the cost
of the tour. But we do not understand how some clients
openly confuse the law with personal advice.
Imagine
putting all the above mentioned items (namely, the equipment,
fuel, camping gear: blankets, mattresses, tents and
cooking utensils, water & food (to last for a few days
for the whole group), and personal luggage and clothing,
together with three tourists, the compulsory guide from
the tour operator, the desert expert, the tourism police,
and the driver all in one single vehicle!
Passport Translation
A recent Libyan Law (passed on the 11th of November 2007)
requires all visitors to have an Arabic transcript of their passport
’
s details page printed in their passports. This is the
bio data page which contains biographical information about the passport
holder. If you live in the UK, the Identity
&
Passport Service (IPS) can add a stamp providing blank fields in Arabic that
will need to be completed in Arabic. Visitors should contact the Libyan
Embassy to enquire about acceptable (or approved) translation service providers
for the inclusion of the passport holder
’
s bio details within these blank fields. Please remember
that, as far as we know, only embassy approved translators are acceptable.
This translation is not needed as such for the actual visa process, as
the visa (or the visa approval letter) will be issued by the head office
in Tripoli without the need for the translation. The translation must be
provided at the border (or entry point) so that the border police can check
and confirm that the name in the visa letter is the same as that in the
passport. Sometimes they just wave you through the point and many travellers
were surprised to experience an easy crossing (as opposed to the complications
they were expecting). And sometimes visitors can be subjected to a rigours
check of everything. Therefore the decision is yours, regarding what kind
of translation to use.
The approved translation in the UK, for instance,
costs about £25 via the Arab British Chamber of Commerce, while unapproved
translation normally costs about £20 (unless you want to do it yourself,
in which case you still have to pay for the stamp). In our judgment £5
is not worth the hassle and certainly not ground for risking the whole
of your trip. Please bear in mind
that hundreds of tourists were refused entry to Libya
despite having Libyan visa, because their passports did not carry an Arabic
translation (
full
article at http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7092589.stm)
. Passport Validity: the passport must be valid for at
least six months when you leave Libya, which means that if you intend to
stay two months in Libya, then your passport must be valid for at least
eight months when you arrive in Libya.
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Passport Registration
All tourists and visitors have to register their passports
with the Libyan police no later than one week after
arrival. Your Libyan tour operator or travel agency will
automatically arrange this for you. The fee for this service is normally
about €10 (10 Euro). If your operator or agent fails to do this for you,
you might be fined upon departure, an amount which can vary depending on
circumstances. If you, some how, succeeded in travelling alone in Libya,
then you must remember to register as soon as you enter the country.
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Israeli Visa In Your Passport
You must make sure you do not have an Israeli stamp in
your passport, including those obtained at the Egyptian-Israeli and Jordanian
borders. If you do have one, then you need to obtain a new passport, in
order to visit Libya.
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Prohibited Items
The following products and items are only a selection
from a long list of items not allowed to be imported
into Libya, and therefore visitors are advised to
check that they have none of these items in their
possession when entering the country. This list does
not list all the prohibited items and it changes
according to regulations. If you are in doubt regarding
other items that are not mentioned here, please contact
the Libyan embassy for their latest list of prohibited
items. The list includes: products manufactured in
Israel, alcohol
&
alcoholic products, drugs, pork
&
pork products, preserved meat, food (including tinned
food) prepared with preserved meats and animal fats (which
may contain pork products), poultry, obscene
literature, toy guns and animal furs. The import of dogs
and cats requires veterinary health certificate and a rabies inoculation
card.
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Respectful Travel
- Use common sense.
- Avoid kissing in public.
- Never talk about politics.
- Always remain calm in difficult situations.
- Always respect other's religious practices.
- Always kindly ask permission before taking photographs.
- Never point the soles of your shoes directly at other people.
- If invited to a house, please do leave your shoes outside (or do what
everyone else does)
- Avoid smoking in people's homes, unless they are smoking.
- Always use your right hand when offering or receiving things, eating
or shaking hands.
- Always dress modestly: (you can wear swim suit away from traditional
families' beaches).
- Avoid refusing offers of food or drink, if you can.
- Do not eat in public
in Ramadan (the fasting month).
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American Nationals
Please see our page about
Libyan
visa for US citizens
for more on this issue.
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Journalists
We have recently attempted to secure visa for two journalists,
but unfortunately we have been informed by the immigration authorities
in Libya that Libyan tour operators are not allowed to issue visas for
journalists, and that if journalists want to visit Libya, then they need
to secure an entry visa directly from the Libyan embassy in their country
of residence. It is then up to the embassy to grant or refuse the visa.
However, as pointed out by Reporters Without Borders, foreign journalists
can now get a visa more easily than before and that the department of
relations with the foreign press claimed to have issued between 1000 and
1500 visas in 2005. Visiting journalists need a permit, obtained from
the information ministry’s foreign media department. Even with a visa
at
hand you must have confirmation from Libya that your
visit is expected, and, once inside, do not interview any official unless
you have a prior authorisation from the department of relations with the
foreign press.
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Money
The Libyan financial infrastructure is still way behind
the rest of the world and has a lot to learn and
do.
According to Libyan law you must not leave Libya
with more money in your possession than the money
you had when you first arrived.
Visitors must be in possession of a minimum amount
of foreign currency equivalent to US$400 when they enter
Libya - rumours has it that this may increase to
$1000, but there is no official confirmation yet.
According to the website of the Libyan embassy in the
USA, the following are exempt from providing the
above sum:
- Tourists arriving as part of a group via a tour operator where their
living expenses are included in the package.
- Visitors on official mission (mission visa).
- Holders of student
visa with expenses paid for by the Libyan government.
- Visitors planning to join a resident of Libya providing that the resident
guarantees to cover all the expenses including medical costs if necessary.
Banks, ATMs, Travellers Cheques & Exchange Bureaus:
Not all banks in Libya offer money exchange services. If you want to make
sure you always have cash on you, then you need to
change enough money while you are still in a large
town or city. Exchange bureaus are also available
in some areas; your guide should be able to tell
you the nearest one to you.
Generally speaking, cash is normally used by most tourists.
If you are coming from Tunisia, then you might
would like to know that in a joint conference with
the Tunisian Prime Minister, the Secretary of the
Libyan GPS has announced that from the 15th of January 2007
the Libyan and Tunisian dinars will
be accepted in all Tunisian and Libyan banks and
shops, without any reservation.
Not many businesses accept credit cards in Libya,
and ATMs can only be located in the capital or
Banghazi and in the main international airports.
Whether they will be always working
or not, is a different matter.
To cash your travellers cheques in Libyan banks
you need to produce the document given to you
by your bank when you purchased the cheques,
showing your name and the serial numbers of
the cheques.
Western Union shops are located inside the branches
of Libya's Bank of Commerce and Development,
and therefore will not be available after closing
hours (around 3 pm).
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Prices
Hotels: 5-star hotels are rarely found in Libya, except
Corinthia (starting from €400 for a single
room), with a few 4-star hotels in Tripoli, Benghazi
and Ghadames. Some of these 4-star hotels, like Alkabeer
(the Grand hotel), are listed as 5-star hotels in
some Libyan directories, and therefore this issue
is really confusing. However most top Libyan hotels
are considered (practically-speaking) as 3-star hotels
by European standards, but in Libya they are still
classified as either 5-, 4- or 3-star hotels.
Four
star hotels cost, on average, between 120 and 175
Libyan dinars (€65 - €100); while 3-star hotels cost
about €35 for a single room and between €45 and €65
for a double. Many hotels do not have twin rooms.
Food
in Libya is generally cheap and a meal in an ordinary
restaurant will cost you between €3 and €7. You should
expect to pay twice this price in top of the
range restaurants. Buying food from shops is even
cheaper (please see a link to our list of prices
in Libya at the end of this entry). Petrol is very
cheap in Libya: one of the cheapest in the world:
10 litres of petrol cost about one single Euro. Museum
entrance fee: about
6
LYD; video camera fee about 10 LYD; camera fee about
5
LYD; museum guide: about
50
LYD. Acacus entrance fees: Lorry
(€15); 4WD (€12); and €5 per a person. Camping: thatched
hut: €6 per a person, setting up own tent: €4, parking
vehicle
&
connecting it to electricity source: €6. Vehicles: insurance:
usually
€10, license plate: about €56. See
Our guide to
prices in Libya for detailed price list.
Gadgets
GPS systems, gadgets and satellite phones are allowed
into Libya, and therefore there will be no problem
bringing them into the country. Satellite phones
normally work in Libya and there will be no problem
bringing one with you. It is possible to hire
a satellite mobile phone in Libya; just let us know
if you need this arranged before you arrive. In fact
GPS systems may become a requirement, by law, for
tour operators to have, especially in the desert
regions where one might get lost, though unlikely
these days.
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Health Insurance
Travelling to foreign countries without taking up insurance
at home is a risky business that no one will recommend. Insured travellers
need to confirm with their insurers prior to departure whether payment
will be made to the foreign clinics by the insurer, or
the tourist will be reimbursed later (after returning
to
their country of origin).
Health care in Libya is still way behind, and advanced
treatments and serious conditions are normally transferred to Europe. If
your intend to visit mountain and desert regions, and in fact anywhere
outside the major cities, then you need to know
that medical assistance, beyond the basic, may not be
easily available. Therefore prevention is better than cure and take care.
If you are really worried and you are British, then you might like to consider
registering with
LOCATE.
If you tell them when and where you are travelling, their
crisis staff can provide better assistance in an emergency. Other similar
services may exist in other countries, so please check with your embassy.
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Ramadan
The Islamic month of
Ramadan is the month of fasting from sunrise to sunset.
Tourists of other faiths are not expected to follow this, of course, but
it would be better for all if they do not
eat, drink or smoke in public. Many businesses and many
services will be either closed, or will run at a much slower pace, making
travel during this period a different kind of experience. Eating in public can lead to problems and unnecessary confrontation and we strongly advice all our visitors to avoid it. Your guide will be with you to remind you, if you visit Libya during this month.
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Terrorism
Libya is the only country in North Africa where terrorists do
not, practically, exist. Muslim fundamentals have no voice whatsoever
in Libya. Not a single terror-incident has been recorded in Libya. The
Libyan government has only one way to deal with these People. In a report
published by the insurance broker Aon, Libya and Greenland were the world
’
s safest destinations in 2004.
The Libyan Government’s designation as a state sponsor
of terrorism was rescinded on the 30th of June 2006.
In your travels across the Sahara desert you will be
accompanied by the Libyan Tourism Police, in their own vehicle, of course,
to make sure of your safety and well being. However, travellers
are advised to avoid areas bordering Chad and Sudan, as these areas are
difficult to fully patrol owing to their harsh terrain and size. Your
tour operator will make sure this does not happen, and there are no tourist
sites along these points.
Check
this British Foreign
&
Commonwealth Office web site
for regular updates, warnings and news about terrorism
abroad.
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Politics
Do not discuss Libyan politics and stay away from any
military sites. Do not take photos of border points or any military installations.
Do not even use your camera close to any military or official site. Leave
politics alone and do not get involved with political gatherings or demonstrators,
and always avoid areas where oil extraction is taking place. If you can,
and if you have the time, you should be alert to developments in the Middle
East while travelling, as some events can easily trigger public unrest
across the Middle East, but rarely in North Africa. Never mention
"
journalists
"
; if you are one, never say so to anyone.
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Crime
Care while travelling must be taken wherever you are.
Crime, and poverty-and-drug-related crimes, are a growing problem worldwide
and Libya is no exception. But, generally speaking, conditions in Libya
are much better than most countries and one should feel and be safe, given
basic precautions were taken. Insurance. Do not leave valuable items in
your car or van, and if you do , do not leave them easily visible. Do
not leave your purse laying around on the beach unattended while swimming.
Do not leave important and valuable things in your hotel room, no matter
how expensive the hotel is. Secure your wallet and never put it in your
back pocket, as pick pocketing in busy markets and crowded public transport
is becoming more frequent.
Passport loss should be reported immediately to the Libyan police;
do not leave it
"
for later
"
no matter what the circumstances are (your tour operator
can take care of this once they know). According to the Libyan Tourist
Board, most of the 16,000 UK visits in 2006 were trouble-free, and that
the main type of incidents encountered by the British in 2007 was replacing
lost or stolen passports. You are warned to keep your passport safe with
you at all times and never leave it in your hotel room,
in your tour operator's car, or anywhere else.
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Alcohol, Dress
&
Code of Conduct
It is forbidden to possess, drink or traffic in
alcohol
in Libya. Please make sure you have no alcoholic drinks
in your possession, and preferably do not drink before entering Libya.
If alcoholic drinks were found in your possession at the entry point, then
they will be taken away, logged in, and returned to you on exit. Dressing
modestly will not deprive you of your rights, but will certainly make things
easier. :-)
Foreign women in Libya can wear jeans and other ordinary
European clothes, and they can keep their heads uncovered, except when
in religious places.
Narcotics
may lead to long sentences and even life imprisonment
in some cases. Use your common sense and respect other people's practices
whenever you can.
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Women Swimming In Libya
Western women can swim in swim-suits and in bikinis too;
just avoid crowded areas and find a good secluded spot and you would be
fine. This has been always the case in Libya. It is generally safe to
do so and hassling tourists or foreign visitors can carry severe punishments
in most tourist countries. Ask your tour operator to find a good place
for you.
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Land Mines
Anti-personnel mines are only dangerous if you step on
them, and driving over them would only harm your vehicle. Land mines in
Libya are mostly found in the eastern parts of the country, like Tobruk,
and even as far south as Kufra. These were left over from World War Two.
The second danger zone is located by the southern borders with Chad, and
between Serir Tibesti and the Rebiana Erg. Tourists are generally advised
to avoid the regions bordering Chad and Sudan, not only because of land
minds but also the risk of being kidnapped by
terrorists
coming from Chad and Sudan is always there.
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Road Hazards
In Europe driving is an advanced aspect of European society.
In Libya, likewise many similar countries, driving is still way behind.
The following are general guidelines a driver needs to bear in mind when
driving or riding in Libya:
- Lack of total availability of road signs, and if found, they would
be mostly in Arabic and therefore of no use to tourists
and foreign visitors. If Libya truly needs to open its doors to international
investors, then English needs to be incorporated across Libya.
- The inability of the police to enforce traffic laws across thousands
of miles of roads prevents some drivers from observing
basic driving regulations.
- The occasional Libyan wind-blown sand can render visibility very poor,
and in many respects it is like driving in thick
fog.
- Stray animals, like camels, especially at night, can be dangerous.
- The impossibility to anticipate the foolishness of some drivers, regardless
of whether you are in Europe or Africa, always calls
for vigilance.
- Driving to desert areas like Ghadames, at night, is also risky owing
to the sudden build-up of sand mounds in the middle
of the road; during the day, these can be easily spotted from a safe distance.
- Tour operators
and travel companies are not allowed to drive with
their visitors during night time, because rural
roads lack markings and therefore it is impossible
to anticipate a turn or a bend; and because rural
roads are littered with holes and cracks, some of
which are really dangerous even during the day, and
thus always let your operator drive ahead of you.
- High speed is one of the major causes of
car accidents in Libya.
Car accidents
in Libya are rapidly changing the lives of many Libyans
and also leading to social and psychological consequences among the great
majority of the Libyan population.
Disturbing news reported recently by the Libyan Ministry
of Public Security states that
"
60 People Dead, 123 Seriously Injured in 263 Car Accidents in Libya
in One Week
"
, between the 19th and the 26th of July 2008. The causes
of
the accidents were said to include high speed, recluse
driving, using cell phones while driving, and breaking traffic laws and
regulations. These figures become more disturbing when one considers the
small number of the Libyan population. So, take care, watch out, good luck:)
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Marine Hazards
Swimming in Libya is generally safe and everyone does
it. But nonetheless one should know that pollution-related hazards do
exist, as in most beaches around the world, caused mainly by seaport industrial
activity, unauthorised dumping, and chemical plants. Oil tankers roaming
the Mediterranean are also a source of black, soft, asphalt-like lumps
which collect on some beaches. These are easily spotted, and the locals
have accustomed to them. Jelly fish, some of which can be big, are also
a source of nuisance and can be very painful.
Farwa:
the Farwa peninsula, 20 km east of Tunisian border, has
been proposed for cage/pen culture activities in the past, but trial mussel
rearing failed in 1988; probable causes include shallow water, poor flushing
times by currents, and pollution hazard potential from the nearby chemical
plant of Abu-Kammash, which was reported to have developed problems with
its cooling system that may have leaked mercury-contaminated water into
the sea. Local natives, however, continue to swim and eat fish caught in
the region, with no problems reported (or associated with Farwa).
Abu-Kammash Sabkha
: extensive salt marsh straddling Libyan-Tunisian border
area, rich in natural Artemia population.
Artemia
is a fairy shrimp of the genus of Phyllopod Crustacea,
typically found in salt lakes and brines. Walking across the Sabkha is
very risky, and there were several cases of people sinking to their death.
So if you happened to be exploring these lakes, bear in mind that what
appears to be an ordinary crusty salt on the surface may hide a blackhole
beneath :o)
Sabratha - Tripoli - Musrata
: stretch of coastline with relatively high rainfall
and developed agriculture; alternating between low rocky areas, cliffs,
and sandy beaches. Extreme environmental degradation due to quarrying between
Sabratha and Janzour, and to pollution and shoreline destruction from Janzour
to Tajura.
Mina Qasr Ahmed
:
deep water harbour for medium size boats, 210 km east
of Tripoli. Localised pollution hazards.
Benghazi:
Libya's second largest city, major deep sea harbour and
industrial centre. Pollution hazards.
Abu Dzira Lake Complex
: a complex of small freshwater lakes located southeast
of Benghazi, the largest of which is Abou Dzira, about 10 km along the
main highway to al Bayda. Pollution problems and threats from sewage, rubbish,
and disease outbreaks in cultured fish.
Marsa Eshoush (Echouch)
: 2 km east of Tobruk police gate: excellent sheltered
anchorage with several good beaches and wadi mouths; with potential pollution
hazards from oil terminal.
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Diseases
&
Vaccinations
For full details, please consult your doctor or clinic
about the necessary vaccinations needed. Generally speaking vaccinations
against tetanus, rabies, polio, typhoid and
"
hepatitis A
"
and
"
B
"
are needed, and if you are coming from a country affected
by yellow fever, then a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is required.
Yellow fever is considered to be endemic in 32 African and 11 Central and
South American countries. The World Health Organisation provides a list
of yellow-fever-endemic countries. However, it is generally recommended
to avoid drinking tap water; wash your hands well before eating; and avoid
swimming in fresh water; swimming in salty lakes, as those of the Sahara,
is internationally considered safe.
- Hepatitis A
&
typhoid:: from direct contact, water, ice, fruits,
vegetables. Use bottled water, cook your food, avoid salads.
- Hepatitis B: from coming in direct contact with body fluids, like surgery,
sexual intercourse, etc.
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Things To Take With You To Libya (Traveller's Check List):
Desert weather is so cold during the winter that temperature
drops below zero at night. Therefore we strongly recommend you take with
you thermal suits or vests, woolen hat, thin wool jumpers, warm thick
socks and a good sleeping bag. Wearing a number of thin layers rather
than a few bulky garments can be more effective in keeping cold at bay.
The following items are recommended, but many of them
are not essential. Some of the items listed are useful only for desert
trips, like
"
toilet rolls
"
,
"
good boots
"
,
"
sleeping mat
"
, etc.:
Thermal suits (or vests)
Woolen jumper
&
hat
Warm insulated jacket
Gloves
Good boots
Spare boot laces
Warm socks (few pairs)
Warm sleeping bag
&
sleeping mat
Sunhat
Suncream
Moisturising cream
Insect repellent
Snake bite kit
(click for details)
Toilet roll
Baby wipes
Water purifying tablets
Paracetamol (headache tablets)
Medicine (if you taking any)
Torch
Sunglasses
Binoculars
Digital camera
MP3 player
Mobile phone
Batteries
Safety pins
Sewing needle
&
cotton
Small rucksack
Travel guides
Maps
Notebook
&
pens
Insurance details
Next of kin details
Cash (traveller's cheques and ATMs are rarely available)
International driving licence
Air tickets
Passport
US$400 (required by law for some visitors to have
when they enter LIbya - see
Money
, above, for details).
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