Things you should take to Socotra:

  • Comfortable, light, casual clothing
  • Sleeping bag
  • Some thing warm to wear at night in winter and at high altitude
  • Comfortable walking shoes with good grip or sneakers
  • Protective clothing and suncream lotion for the tropical sun
  • Rainwear clothing
  • Personal toiletries
  • Sunglasses to protect your eyes from sunlight
  • Any personal medication such as, some headache tablets, some things for digestive upsets, disinfectant,( prescription medicines) etc
  • Antiseptic wipes.
  • Strap-on water bottle for day hike.
  • Money belt for valuables (you don’t have to take expensive or expensive-looking jewelry to Socotra)
  • Spare batteries for your camera, memory card, or films for your camera.
  • Lamp with spare batteries, etc