Conquering the great mountain of Mt Kilimanjaro also known as the roof of Africa is an empowering experience to say the least. To achieve this grandeur of success we recommend you to use this essential Kilimanjaro Climb Gear Listthat we are going to share with you here so as to achieve maximum success rate on the summit. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is simpler with these gears and equipments.
For your Kilimanjaro Safety Snow Africa Adventures has compiled a precise Kilimanjaro Climb Gear List that you must consider and invest upon. You can also rent these equipments from us for which you have to apply beforehand as the supplies are limited.
Your pre and post trek activities are important if you plan to climb Kilimanjaro. You can train with various aerobic exercises which improve the function of your heart, lungs and muscles. This will help your body handle the physical stress of the Kilimanjaro hike. Post trek hydration and rest is essential for your body to recover from the continuous strain of days. After the trip the Kilimanjaro memories are something you won’t forget for a lifetime.
Footwear:
Following footwear is important for hiking Kilimanjaro:
1 or 2 Socks, wool or synthetic
Hiking Boots or Shoes, warm, waterproof
Gaiters, waterproof (optional)
Clothing:
Following Clothing gear is essential while Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro:
1 or 2 Long Sleeve Shirts, moisture-wicking fabric
Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric
Long Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric
Hiking Pants
Waterproof Pants, breathable (side zipper recommended)
Fleece Pants
Head & Hand Gear:
Knit Hat, for warmth
Balaclava or Buff (recommended)
Head lamp
Gloves, light, or
Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
Accessories:
Choose your Best Gear for Kilimanjaro including the following accessories to stay safe and protected on the summit.
Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
Sunglasses or Goggles
Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz.)
Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 3 liters)
Sunscreen
Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
Extra batteries for head lamp
Electrolytes, powder or tablets (optional)
Daypack
Camping Gear:
The various camping gears that you need to add in your Kilimanjaro Equipment List are:
Sleeping bag. Resting on a bed of moss and leaves may sound like fun, but it won’t keep you warm when the sun goes down. …
Tent
Canteen and water filter
Fire starter
First aid kit
Pocket knife
Navigation tool
Rain jacket
Travel Items:
Other travel items include various electronic gadgets like:
Smart Phone
Power bank
Solar charger
Portable music player
| ESSENTIALS | |
|---|---|
| Passport | |
| Camera – Spare batteries and memeory cards | |
| Personal entertainment – Books, music, diary etc. | |
| Waterbottles – 2-3 litres, Camelbak or Platypus water bladders are great for trekking but may freeze on summit night. So take a 1litre Nalgene bottle as well (doubles up as hot water bottle) | |
| Suncream and lip protection – 30+SPF | |
| Trekking poles – Lightweight, see Black Diamond or Leki | |
| BAGS | |
|---|---|
| Day bag – 20-30 Litres | |
| Rain cover for day dag | |
| Holdall – 90 Litres, for everything you are not carrying during the day, will be carried by local porter. | |
| Dry bags – To keep kit dry inside of holdall. | |
| UPPER BODY | |
|---|---|
| Baselayers – Merino Wool or similar | |
| T-shirts | |
| Light fleece or Mid layer | |
| Heavy fleece or insulator jacket (Primaloft) | |
| Down jacket – You will appreciate this on cold evenings and during the climb to the summit | |
| LEGS | |
|---|---|
| Walking Shorts – Great for the lower elvations | |
| Thermal Baselayers – To wear under trousers on summit night | |
| Walking trousers – Lightweight and quick drying | |
| Waterproof trousers – Lightweight, Gore-tex, eVent or simil | |
| HANDS AND FEET | |
|---|---|
| Liner gloves – Powerstretch or windproof | |
| Thick Gloves/ Mittens – Insulated, big enough to go over liner gloves | |
| Socks 4x lightweight trekking socks, 1 x thick mountaineering socks for summit night. | |
| Hiking boots – Waterproof, with ankle support. Boots need to warm enough for summit night. | |
| Trainers or Walking sandals – To wear around camp | |
| HEAD AND EYES | |
|---|---|
| Sunglasses – Cat 3 or 4 | |
| Sun hat – wide brim to cover neck | |
| Buff – Essential against sun, dust and cold | |
| Warm hat – For evenings and summit night | |
Snow Africa Adventures provides its clients with an excellent climb, at affordable prices. You will feel secure, well guided with our responsible team steering you throughout the climb! Our guides, porters and staff are you deal friendly and treat you like family. Ours is a locally based tourism company with no intermediary!
Now that you know everything about Kilimanjaro Climb Gear List you can start planning your exciting Kilimanjaro adventures with us. So don’t wait long and call up our travel experts for enquiry if any regarding your trip.
