Navigation

• GPS units. Use a dedicated GPS, not a mobile phone
• Paper maps in general
• A compass, can be dash mounted
• An analogue watch

Communication

• Mobile Phone
• Local SIM
• Satellite Comms (phone or Starlink)
• Radios

Tools/Recovery/Spares

• Traction boards
• Jack (Trolley, hi-lift, bottle, scissor)
• Tyre repair kit (plugs, mousse)
• Air compressor
• Tow strap and shackles
• Winch

Sleeping/Living

• External sleeping option (roof tent, ground tent, camp bed, hammock)

• Internal sleeping option (for hasty stops in transit and built up areas)
• Air or foam mattress
• Sleeping bag
• Awning
• Table and chairs
• Lamp and torch
• Spare batteries
• Power system (battery and charging)

Kitchen/Galley

• Main cooker
• Back up small cooker
• Water containers
• Water filter or treatment
• Cool box or fridge
• Basic cookware
• A knife, chopping board, and can opener
• Camp kettle
• Rubbish bags

Clothes/Personal

• Clothes need to work in heat, cold, and dust
• Layers work better than one heavy item
• Boots need strong soles and ankle protection
• A hat and sunglasses protect against sun and glare
• A wash kit covers basic hygiene and personal administration
• A small first aid kit to treat common injuries
• Personal medication stocks
• Insect repellent and sun cream

Documents/Paperwork

• Passport
• Vehicle documents
• Insurance documents
• Driving licence
• Written emergency contact list
• Copies of all documents in a separate location from the originals