The days of manasik are 5 OR 6 days long(see our listed Courses Essential to understand why)

So you will need to pack for this duration,

• Packing Strategy to consider for the days of manasik Thul Hijja 8-12/13

  • Suitcases, Booking bags, etc: choose from one of the following options(A or B)

    A) One Large Book Bag +Crossbody bag + Shoestring bag(mark each of these bags with Colored Tape to easily distinguish it)

    -this strategy keeps both of your hands free, allowing you to be more agile and able to help other more easily

    -when leaving the hotel, there is no need to wear the cross body bag and shoe string bag, these can be placed in the large book bag

    -the shoe string bag will be used to store most of your items that you WONT be taking with you when you leave from Mina to Arafah/muzdalifah(eg. no need to take your non ihram clothing: socks, thobes, underwear, extra toiletries etc) on the morning of the 9th of Thul Hijja 

    -the cross body bag will be used during Jamarat as you may be out for a couple of hours depending on your camps location

    B) One carry on suitcase+One regular book bag OR Crossbody Bag

    -this strategy is for those who are unable to carry a bag for along period of time, however the terrain isnt always flat so make sure to get a carry on suitcase with good quality tires

    -You will still need to consider getting a book bag or Cross Body Bag for items they need while walking, standing(opening the suitcase every time you need something isnt ideal), and walking to jamarat. 

• We recommend packing these items

  1. Extra ihram for men in case one gets soiled. Women should pack their islamically appropriate clothing 

  2. For men, 2-3 pairs of underwear, socks, thobes that they can change into after they are out of partial  ihram(see list of courses for details).

  3. Medications

  4. Duaa books, pdfs: See our Courses Essential for Resources

  5. Toothbrush/Miswaak, Toothpick/Floss

  6. Snacks if need be, but breakfast, lunch, dinner is served in the camps

  7. Over The Door Hooks-to hang ihram on doors while changing, showering, etc especially in the bathrooms o mina and arafah

  8. Best/Most Comfortable Flip Flopsfor men during state of ihram(see fiqh courses for why women dont need any particular footwear)

  9. Fragrance Free Soap(can be used as shampoo, bodywash and handsoap if your skin allows):  ideally the camps would have fragrance free soap, but there is no gaurentee

     -How to Wash Brand: located in walgreens

     -Kirks Soap Bar:  keep bar in a separate bag WITHIN your toiletry bag to prevent it from getting everywhere)

     -Native Unscented liquid soap/bodywash/shampoo

     -Fragrance Free Soap SHEETS

  10. Fragrance Free Shaving Cream-for those who prefer to shave their own head

  11. Fragrance Free Hand sanitizer

  12. Fragrance Free Deodorant Options

      -Arm & Hammer Deodorant

      -Native Deodorant

  13. Vasoline (just pick up from any store): essential for men, unscented and to be generously placed 1-2 times daily in the groin/thigh area to prevent chafing between the thighs. This is one of the most important items for men, do not forget otherwise it can lead to a very painful and miserable experience and make it difficult to walk. Place this tub in ITS OWN PLASTIC BAG so it doesn’t cause a mess anywhere else. 

  14. Extra plastic bags for dirty items, laundry etc

  15. Water bottles/Hydration

      Avoid heavy and very insulated bottles since you will be carrying this bottle all day for many days, here are a couple of great recs

      Contigo Water Bottle: lightweight, simple, only needs one hand to open AND close the spout, has a ring to hook to your bag

      Spray/Mist Bottle: the spray feature in this bottle comes in handy when walking in the heat and need to cool down. however it does need two hands to open the spout and heavier then the contigo water bottle, but still a good recommendation

      -Hydration Packets: water ALONE wont be sufficient to remain hydrated, discuss with your doctor for your specific needs

      Liquid IV choose a FLAVOR YOUR LIKE, lemon lime is the best and most people like that one

      28 count Lemon Lime Liquid IV Packets

      Costco may have better prices. 

17. Power Banks/Cords: Choose your specific needs for your cables/phone

    -Anker Portable Charger USB A&C

    -Anker Portable Charger USB A only :

    -Anker with built in USB-C cable 10KmAH This powerbank already has a USB-C cable attached to it. This size batter is sufficient for most people

    -A compact Adaptor and Extension Cord in ONE from a reliable brand!

    This adaptor includes the most common type of Adaptor Saudi Uses Type G. Though the grounding plastic unit is a bit difficult to pull out, it does work

    Whether its the hotel room, or in the mina/arafah camps, this will help keep your phone, powerbank and other items charged. has a USB-C and USB-A port as well. Also, you can get a share in the reward if other guest of Allah use this to charge their devices as well!

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One of the most asked questions we get is How much do we need to pack when we leave Mina to go to Arafah/Muzdalifah?

So will need to pack for about 24 hours: pack light! the journey is long and there will be a lot of walking.

In your large book bag or carry-on suit case we recommend the following. Rest of the items you can keep in Mina(unless stated otherwise by your group leader) in another bag(eg we recommended a duct taped marked drawstring bag to to fit this stuff you wont be taking to arafah/muzdalifah )

• Have an extra ihram for men, or extra pair of Islamically appropriate clothing for women

• Duaa books, pdfs

• Small bag of toiletries(soap, toothbrush, toothpick/floss, deoderant) with over the door hook to hang these items will using washroom or taking a shower

• UV umbrella

• sunglasses

• Self-Inflating Sleeping Mat. Most groups DO NOT provide any mats during the night of muzdalifah. All you get is a carpet over the hard ground. For some this may be an issue, and your rest is very important, as a busy next day awaits you. This self inflating mat is compact and as big as a large waterbottle that will fit easily

• Liquid IV packets to stay hydrated

• Snacks (though lunch is served in arafah)

• Spray bottle to stay cool (air conditioner usually breaks down in arafah) .

• Medications