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It is as important to be prepared with the right equipment and clothing as it is to be physically and mentally prepared. To ensure that you are well equipped go through our checklist below and mark off item by item from start to finish when you have done so, you can be confident that you will be well on the way to being properly prepared for the climb.
You will have 3 sets of luggage to think about;
Day backpack (to be carried by yourself) - this should be large enough to carry only the items you will use during the day which will include water, your camera, raincoat, lunch pack, snacks & warm clothing.
Duffel bag (to be carried by the porters) - large enough for all climbing gear and clothing
An extra bag (to be left at the hotel) this will contain your non-hiking clothing which may include clean clothes to wear after your climb, or your beach gear if your onward journey includes Zanzibar! Your hotel in Moshi has facilities to store your extra luggage until you return from the mountain.
PLEASE NOTE: the weight of your packed duffel bag to be carried by the porters on the climb is limited to a maximum of 15 kg.
If you dont already have all the necessary equipment, dont let this put you off as we provide a complete and quality rental service on all the equipment required on the mountain. Please click Equipment & Gear Rental for more information.
Below is a checklist of the essentials for your trip. Once youve confirmed your trip with us well send you additional information.
Travel Items
Valid passport
Visa
International health card with Yellow fever immunizations stamp
Travel insurance
Medical insurance
US dollars
Travellers Cheques
Credit card
The basics
One durable, waterproof duffel bag for all your clothing and climbing gear (this will be carried by the porters).
One day pack. This backpack should be large enough to hold your water, camera, lunch and snacks, warm clothing and raincoat during your daily hikes. We suggest using a 20 35 litre pack.
A bag with your non-hiking clothes and items which you can leave at the hotel.
Small padlocks for the zips on your bags
Sleeping bag must be good enough to cater for sub zero temperatures
Ski-pole or lightweight walking stick (a collapsible ski pole is ideal)
Water bottle
Waterproof and dust proof bag for your camera
Kilimanjaro map (On sale at the park gate)
Footwear
Water resistant hiking boots - Choose mid weight boots with medium to high support.
Overnight Shoes Lightweight running shoes or warm boots to wear at camp.
Lots of socks Make sure to pack several pairs in your duffel bag as well as one pair in your daypack.
Liner socks These are great at keeping your feet dry and blister free.
High Altitude Gear
High quality outer jacket and trousers. These two garments need to be water and windproof and made from a breathable fabric.
A polar fleece (this will serve as an insulating middle layer)
Thermal underwear. These need to have wicking properties to keep moisture away from your body
Boot gaiters (waterproof over-shoe covers that protect your cuffs, socks and boots from debris and moisture)
One pair of thermal socks
Gloves and glove liners to keep the moisture away from your skin. We recommend mittens.
A warm balaclava (which can also double as a beanie)
A thermal flask for your drinking water on the final night. Regular bottles will freeze solid
General Hiking Gear
Waterproof raincoat or poncho
Wide-brimmed sun hat
UV protected sunglasses with dark lenses and a securing strap
Collapsible ski stick (recommended) or a walking stick
Sturdy head lamp with spare batteries and light bulbs
Flashlight with spare batteries keep it small (2 battery variety) for weight purposes
Three 2 litre water bottles
Water purification tablets
Shorts and t-shirts
Hiking trousers
Regular underwear
Personal Items
Soap
Tooth brush
Small tube of toothpaste
Other essential toilet articles
Wet wipes
Towel
Sun screen and lip balm with an SPF of 30+
Ziploc bags (or similar) to protect your camera and binoculars from dust
Toilet paper
Money belt for cash, passport and valuables.
Medical Items
Syndol (or similar) - for headaches
Diamox (acetazolamide) - for altitude sickness
Imodium - for diarrhoea
Valoid - for nausea
Malaria tablets not Larium (bad side effects)
Water purification tablets
Painkiller and anti-inflammatory tablets
Ibuprofen based gel (or Deep Heat) for muscular sprains
Plasters and bandages for abrasions, cuts and blisters
Antiseptic cream Betadine or Germolene
Medication for colds and flu fast acting and non drowsy types are best
Eye drops
Insect repellent
Optional Items
SLR Camera - we recommend ASA 200 film with this camera type
Digital cameras check manufacturer specs for minimum operating temperature
Spare camera batteries and memory cards
Binoculars
Video camera, tapes, battery packs and tri-pod
Plastic bags - to keep your clothing dry
Masking tape to seal plastic bags
Game or Isotonic drinks keep in powdered form for weight limits
Swiss Army pocket knife (or similar)
Small diary & pencil
Energy snack bars
Sweets with glucose content
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