Gear Checklist
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It can be challenging to pack your gear for a Kilimanjaro climb, as you will experience five different climate zones throughout your climb. Rain is very likely during your Kilimanjaro trek in the rainforest and you will also need cold-weather gear for the summit. Your trekking gear will be carried by a porter in a duffel bag, which should not be heavier than 15kg/30pound. Things get wet on the mountain so we suggest this duffel bag be waterproof or have your belongings stored in big plastic bags inside the duffel bag.
Your day backpack should be large enough to carry your gear that you need during your climb, including lunch box, water for the day, rain gear, camera, and your personal day toiletry.
This is a gear list that we highly recommend for your Kilimanjaro climb. All of these items will be essential for your comfort and success. Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions regarding the checklist or if you would like to rent your gear upon your arrival in Moshi.
Travel Documents
- Valid passport and visa
- Travel insurance (optional)
- Airline tickets
- Medical insurance (optional)
- US dollars (cash) or Travellers Checks or Credit/Debit Card
Baggage and Sleeping
- Duffel bag to be carried by your porter – large enough for all climbing gear and clothing.
- An extra bag with all your remaining belongings that will be left at the hotel or in our office.
- Small luggage lock – to lock the zippers on the bag left in the hotel
- Day backpack between 40-45 liters capacity (with elastic waterproof cover)
- Sleeping bag – minus 10 degrees Centigrade or at least 0 degree rating
Clothing
- Quick dry T-shirts
- Underwear
- Lightweight hiking trouser (avoid heavy cotton, they don’t dry quickly)
- Fleece (middle layer)
- Thermal underwear (under layers)
- Waterproof, breathable and windproof jacket
- Waterproof, breathable and windproof pants
- Insulated down jacket for summit night (parka)
- One pair thermal socks
- Mittens or warm gloves
- Waterproof gloves
- Good quality hiking socks and thin liner socks Waterproof hiking boots – sturdy and worn-in. Extra shoelaces
- Comfortable shoes for overnight camps (running shoes, sneakers, etc.)
- Balaclava, Winter Hat.
- Gaiters
- Sun hat to protect head, ears and neck
Toiletry and medicine used on the mountain
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Quick-dry wash cloths and soap
- Sanitary Wipes/Wet Wipes
- Toilet Paper
- Tissues
- High SPF Sun-block
- Lip Balm with SPF
- Sunglasses with UV-filter lenses
- Lotion
- Blister Kit
- Tweezers
- Nail Clippers
- Deodorant
- Hair brush/Comb
- Sanitary Products
- Vaseline to prevent chafing skin and heel friction blister
- Antiseptic
- Small First Aid Kit
- Pain Killers (Ibuprofen)
- Decongestant
- Diamox or High Altitude Medication (optional, please consult with your doctor)
- Anti-diarrhea Medicine
- Malaria pills ( if you choose to take these)
- Cold/Flu Tablets
- Any medication you normally use
- Dioralyte sachets or similar rehydration packs
- Throat Lozenge
- Eye drops (spare Contact Lenses and fluid, if worn)
- Water purification tablets / Iodine drops
- Ear Plugs
- Plastic bags (for dirty washing, wrapping, etc.)
Note that your guide will carry a more comprehensive medical kit. We will carry an emergency oxygen canister if requested but this is not normally advised. Please contact us for more information.
Equipment and other items
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp with Extra Batteries
- Water Bottles and Camelback (3 litter carrying capacity)
- Sunglasses
- Camera with extra memory card and extra batteries
- Watch
- Playing Cards
- Hand Warmers (optional)
- Pocket Knife
- Notebook and Pen
- High energy snack (Cereal, protein bars, chocolate, trail mix, dried fruit)
There is no need for your personal documents on the mountain, but we recommend keeping your money and passport on you at all times. Cash will be necessary for tipping your crew when your trek is complete. The size of your crew will depend on the size of your group and amount of gear/food.
Download our recommended Gear List (pdf)
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