Gear & Equipment

Investing in the right gear enhances your chance of reaching the peak of Kilimanjaro. Below is a list of essential items you should acquire before attempting to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. 

Apart from clothing and personal care supplies, you don’t have to buy any mountain gear; you can rent quality mountain gear at affordable rates in Tanzania. 

Gear or equipment that you can rent: 

• Walking poles
• Headlamps
• Sleeping bag
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Sleeping bag (rated minus 10 degrees centigrade or lower)
• Inflatable mattress

Gear, equipment, and essentials that you need to buy or pack

Baggage

• Large Rucksack or Holdall (70-90 Litres)
• Daysack (for carrying valuables and essentials such as creams and cameras)
• Waterproof rucksack liners

Clothing

• T-shirts or vests (sweat-wicking)
• Mittens
• Insulated down jacket
• Lightweight walking trousers – preferably tracksuit bottoms (avoid jeans or heavy cotton)
• Fleece jacket
• Underwear (light and loose; preferably briefs)
• Sports Bra (women)
• Quality hiking socks
• Lightweight waterproof trousers and jacket
• Waterproof walking boots(sturdy and well worn-in ); the boots must have good ankle and arch support.
• Thermal long-johns
• Ankle gaiters
• Trainers for evenings
• Balaclava or (Cotton scarf, bandana, or dust mask)
• Wide-brimmed hat

Hygiene Related

• Toothbrush, toothpaste & deodorant
• Travel wipes or similar
• Toilet paper
• Hairbrush/comb
• Sanitary products
• Lip balm
• Vaseline, to prevent chafing skin and heel friction blisters

Health Related

• Sunscreen Cream
• Prescriptions / Medication you are currently using