Kilimanjaro Packing List

Technical Clothing

1 - Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood

1 - Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down

1 - Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell

2 - Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric

1 - Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric

1 - Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)

2 - Hiking Pants

1 - Fleece Pants

1 - Shorts (optional)

1 - Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)

3 - Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)

2 - Sport Bra (women)

 

Headwear

1 - Brimmed Hat, for sun protection

1 - Knit Hat, for warmth

1 - Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)

1 - Bandana (optional)

 

Handwear

1 - Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)

1 - Gloves, thin

 

Footwear

1 - Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in

1 - Gym Shoes, to wear at camp (optional)

3 - Socks, wool or synthetic

3 - Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)

1 - Gaiters, waterproof (optional)

 

Accessories

1 - Sunglasses or Goggles

1 - Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)

1 - Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz.)

1 - Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 3 liters)

1 - Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)

1 - Pee Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (recommended)

Stuff Sacks, Dry Bags or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate

 

Equipment

1 - Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons*

1 - Trekking Poles, collapsible (highly recommended)*

1 - Head lamp, with extra batteries

1 - Duffel bag, 50-90L capacity, for porters to carry your equipment

1 - Daypack, 30-35L capacity, for you to carry your personal gear

*may be rented on location

 

Other

Toiletries

Prescriptions

Sunscreen

Lip Balm

Insect Repellent, containing DEET

First Aid Kit

Hand Sanitizer

Toilet Paper

Wet Wipes (recommended)

Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)

Electrolytes, powder or tablets (optional)

Camera, with extra batteries (optional)

Paperwork

Trip Receipt

Passport

Visa (available at JRO)

Immunization Papers

Insurance Documents

WE HAVE MOST OF THESE GEARS FOR HIRE IN OUR RENTAL STORE.