Mount Kilimanjaro packaging list
Welcome to your Kilimanjaro adventure! To make sure you’re fully prepared, be sure to pack everything on the Mount Kilimanjaro Packing List.
Missing something?
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Temperatures on Kilimanjaro can vary greatly, so it’s important to have the right clothing and equipment. Layering thin items that you can easily add or remove is the way to go. And don’t worry about overpacking – the National Park limits main equipment bags to 15kg per porter, which is plenty for your needs. We’ll weigh your bag before you start the climb to make sure everything is good to go.
We can’t wait to see you conquer Kilimanjaro!
What to wear and carry!
HEAD WEAR
Warm winter hat
Neck gaiter or scarf – We recommend bringing a neck gaiter or bandana as it can get dust on Kilimanjaro
Sun hat – Choose a hat that is wide-brimmed for protection
Sunglasses – Choose a pair of high UV protection glasses as sun intensity above 4,500m is very high.
Headlamp – You will need a headlamp with good light output for any late night toilet journeys, and importantly for summit night. We also recommend having extra batteries (AAA batteries)
UPPER BODY
The thermal base layer – 1 thermal base layer, ideally made from merino wool.
Short-sleeved shirt – 2 lightweight, moisture-wicking short-sleeved shirts are sufficient.
Long sleeve shirt – 2 or 3 light or medium weight, moisture wicking long sleeve shirts.
Fleece or soft shell jacket – A mid-weight fleece jacket is ideal for Kilimanjaro
Insulated jacket – A good quality and warm down or Primaloft jacket is required for the cold nights and summit push.
Hard shell outer jacket – A windproof hard shell outer jacket to protect you from the elements
Poncho – As Kilimanjaro, the weather is unpredictable then poncho is recommended.
Leggings – 2 Thermal or fleece base layers for your legs
Trekking trousers – 1 medium-weight trekking pair of trousers is recommended.
Hard shell trousers – Windproof will protect you from the elements
HAND AND FOOTWEAR
Lightweight Gloves – We recommend this for the lowers slope
Warm gloves or mittens – For the cold nights and for the summit we recommend heavyweight gloves
Trekking boots – We recommend using a mid-weight trekking boot with good ankle support. We also recommend it to be waterproof
Gym shoes/sandals – To wear around camp after a day’s trek.
Socks – We recommend bringing 3-4 pairs of outer socks and 2-3 pairs of liner socks. We also recommend bringing one x thick thermal socks for summit night.
Gaiters – We recommend this to keep your trousers clean from getting wet and muddy or dusty conditions.
Micro-spikes/crampons – Not always required, but there are special periods when the mountain receives an excessive amount of ice near the summit.
Accommodation
Sun and lip screen – High sun protection factor sunscreen and lip protection balm is recommended
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Wet wipes and hand sanitizer
Personal medicines and medical kit – Recommend bringing Paracetamol and Imodium at a minimum
Extra bag – For your extra luggage that will remain at hotel
Packing cubes – Useful for keeping items organized within your duffle bag
Camera and spare batteries
Plug Adapter – A plug adapter for charging your devices in the hotels before and after the trek. We recommend adapter type G.
Personal snacks – Boiled sweets, nuts, energy bars, and dried fruit are all good for Kilimanjaro.
Towel – lightweight, quick-dry
Portable power bank and an extra one if possible
