The short checklist

Before leaving, prepare water, a charged phone, sunglasses, sunscreen, and the personal items you need during the day. If you plan to take photos, check your battery and storage.
- water
- a charged phone or power bank
- sunglasses and sunscreen
- a small, comfortable bag
- a valid license for anyone who plans to drive
What you do not need on the route
Large bags, expensive items, and things you will not use during the ride only make preparation harder. Leave them somewhere safe and ask the team what can be stored until you return.
Clothing is a separate question, so we keep it separate from the packing list: what to wear on an off-road tour.
What to confirm in advance
If your group includes children, several drivers, or anyone with specific needs, message us before arrival. This makes it easier to check that the vehicle, departure time, and format suit the group.
You can also see what the experience looks like step by step: your first ATV or RZR tour.
Before you start
Arrive a few minutes early, listen to the safety briefing, and keep small items somewhere they will not get in your way. The remaining details can be confirmed with your guide at the starting point.
The complete list: what is actually useful
A good off-road-tour bag should be small. You will move around, get in and out of the vehicle, and stop in an open desert environment, so extra items usually create more work than comfort.
Pack these essentials
- water for the ride and the trip to the starting point;
- a charged phone with enough free space for photos;
- sunglasses and sun protection;
- a compact bag that closes securely;
- a valid driving license for each person who plans to drive;
- personal medication that someone in the group regularly needs.
If you are riding in the evening or during a cooler season, add a light layer. This does not replace the what to wear guide: that page covers clothing and footwear, while this article focuses on the objects you should bring.
Documents and phone
The driver needs the license, not the passenger. Check before leaving that the document is valid and is with the person who will actually drive the ATV or RZR. If several people may drive, confirm the rules with us before arrival.
Your phone is useful for communication and photos. Charge it, clear enough storage, and protect it from falling. Do not hold it while moving or try to film from the vehicle. There will be stops for photos; one picture is never more important than safe behaviour.
Water, sun, and small items
Desert preparation means taking water and sun seriously even when the city feels comfortable. Sunglasses help with bright light and dust, sun protection covers exposed skin, and a small bottle should be easy to reach during a stop.
A power bank can help during a long day, but it should be stored so it cannot fall or interfere with seating. Avoid filling the bag with spare gadgets, large cosmetic cases, or things you will not need until you return.
What to bring for children and groups
For a child, prepare water, necessary medication, and one small comfort item if it helps them feel settled. Keep personal items separate instead of placing everything in one shared bag; it will be easier to find what is needed during a stop.
If someone is sensitive to heat, dust, noise, or long periods of sitting, tell the team before booking. Adding more objects is not a substitute for discussing the group. We can tell you which conditions should be checked for your participants.
What to leave behind
Large backpacks, expensive jewellery, fragile electronics, and “just in case” objects are usually better left somewhere safe. Confirm storage at the starting point with us; never assume valuables can be left unattended.
If you are arriving from the beach or hotel, separate the tour bag from the rest of your luggage. That way, you do not have to search a large suitcase for your documents, sun protection, or phone.
What is provided and what to confirm
We provide participants with a helmet and protective glasses. Confirm the current equipment for your vehicle and group before the ride, because the kit can vary by tour format.
Also confirm the meeting point, arrival time, selected-vehicle conditions, and storage rules. These questions take a few minutes and remove much of the uncertainty before a first tour.
Final checklist
Before leaving, check:
- Water and a charged phone.
- Licenses for everyone who plans to drive.
- Sunglasses, sun protection, and a suitable layer.
- Medication and essential items for children.
- One small closed bag without unnecessary valuables.
- Confirmed time, meeting point, and storage arrangements.
That is enough for a calm start. If you are unsure about one specific item, message us with your date, group composition, and selected vehicle. A precise answer is more useful than bringing a large bag and hoping everything will be needed.

Andrey Tereshchenko
Lead Instructor & Safety Director · 15+ years
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