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Kilimanjaro Climbing Checklist

You are responsible for bringing personal gear and equipment while communal equipment (tents, chair, table, food, cooking items, etc.) is provided by us. Below is a gear list of recommended and optional items to bring on your climb or you can hire here at corresponding prices as shown below

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 (convertible to shorts recommended)
  • 1 – Fleece Pants
  • 1 – Shorts (optional)
  • 1 – Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
  • 3 – Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
  • 2 – Sport Bra (women)

Equipment

  • 1 – Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
  • 1 – Sleeping Bag Liner, for added warmth (optional)
  • 1 – Trekking Poles (recommended)
  • 1 – Head lamp, with extra batteries
  • 1 – Duffel bag, (waterproof recommended) for porters to carry your equipment
  • 1 – Daypack, for you to carry your personal gear

Handwear

  • 1 – Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
  • 1 – Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added warmth (optional)

Footwear

  • 1 – Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
  • 1 – Gym Shoes, to wear at camp (optional)
  • 3 – Socks, thick, 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 – Poncho, during rainy season (optional)
  • 1 – Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz. recommended)
  • 1 – Water Bladder, Camelbak type (recommended)
  • 1 – Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
  • 1 – Pee Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night ( recommended)

Handwear

  • 1 – Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
  • 1 – Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added warmth (optional)
  • Stuff Sacks or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate

Headwear

  • 1 – Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
  • 1 – Knit Hat, for warmth
  • 1 – Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
  • 1 – Bandana (optional)

Others

  1. Toiletries
  2. Prescriptions
  3. Sunscreen
  4. Lip Balm
  5. Insect Repellent, containing DEET
  6. First Aid Kit
  7. Hand Sanitizer
  8. Toilet Paper
  9. Wet Wipes (recommended)
  10. Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
  11. Pencil and Notebook, miniature, for trip log (optional)
  12. Camera, with extra batteries (optional)
  13. Paperwork
  14. Trip Receipt
  15. Passport
  16. Visa (available at JRO)
  17. Immunization Papers
  18. Insurance Documents

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