TECHNICAL CLOTHING FOR CLIMBING KILIMANAJARO
Technical Clothing
1 – Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
1 – Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
- – Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
- – Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wickingfabric
1 – Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
- – Waterproof Pants, breathable (side zipperrecommended)
- – Hiking Pants
1 – Fleece Pants
1 – Shorts (optional)
1 – Long Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric
3 – Underwear, moisture-wicking fabric recommended 2 – Sport Bra (women)
Headwear
1 – Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
1 – Knit Hat, for warmth
1 – Balaclava or Buff, for face coverage (optional)
Handwear
1 – Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
1 – Gloves, thin
Footwear
1 – Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in
1 – Gym Shoes, to wear at camp (optional)
3 – Socks, wool or synthetic
1 – Gaiters, waterproof (optional)
Accessories
1 – Sunglasses or Goggles
1 – Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)
1 – Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz.)
1 – Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 3 liters)
1 – Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
1 – Pee Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night
(recommended)
Stuff Sacks, Dry Bags or “Ziploc”-Type Plastic Bags, to keep gear dry and separate. Note that there is a general ban on plastic bags in Tanzania, however Ziploc-type bags for toiletries are permitted for tourists.
Equipment
1 – Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons*
1 – Camp Pillow, inflatable (optional)
1 – Trekking Poles, collapsable (highly recommended)*
1 – Head Lamp, with extra batteries
1 – Duffel Bag, 50-90L capacity, for porters to carry your equipment
1 – Daypack, 30-35L capacity, for you to carry your personal gear
*may be rented on location
Other
Toiletries
Prescriptions
Sunscreen
Lip Balm
Insect Repellent, containing DEET
First Aid Kit
Hand Sanitizer
Toilet Paper
Wet Wipes (recommended)
Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy
(optional)
Electrolytes, powder or tablets (optional)
Camera, with extra batteries (optional)
Paperwork
Trip Receipt
Passport
Visa (available at JRO)
Immunization Papers
Insurance Documents