CLIMBER’S PACKING LIST
When Climbing Kilimanjaro there are gears that should be considered, these are gears that help you getting onto the pick.
BAGGAGE DAY PACK
For you to carry…You will need clothes for hiking during the day, lounging in the evening, and for sleeping. Correspondingly layers are important as temperatures vary greatly.
COLD WEATHER ACCESSORIES
Mittens and/or gloves (waterproof, one thin pair, one thick pair that can be layered), Wool or pile hat, Balaclava or neck gator.
MEN CLOTHES
WOMEN CLOTHES
FOOTWEAR ACCESSORIES
Be sure to break in your shoes before the hike!, Trekking shoes for hiking during the day, preferably warm, waterproof, and with ankle-support – not too light and not too heavy.
SLEEPING ACCESSORIES
Sleeping bag (25 degrees C/-10 degrees F or colder is recommended), Sleeping pad and repair kit, Tents are supplied by Excellent Guides at no charge.
GIFTS FOR GUIDES, PORTERS, LOCALS
(Option) Shoes, Any warm clothing, T-shirts, Hats, Nerf football, Frisbees, Candy, Pens
TOILETRIES
Toilet paper (and baggie to carry used paper while on trail), Small towel, Soap, Toothbrush and toothpaste, Handi-wipes (moist towelettes for cleaning), Hand sanitize, Lotion, Glasses, contacts, solution (take contacts out each night to prevent blurred vision), Comb, mirror
PACKING FOR YOUR FLIGHT TO AFRICA
U-shaped neck pillow (blow-up), Books/magazines, Toiletries, Snacks, Water, Walkman and music, Eye shades, ear plugs, Melanin or other sleep aid, Critical climbing gear (in case baggage is delayed)
DOCUMENTS
Passport, Yellow fever certificate, Tanzania Visa, Medical insurance, Address book, Vaccination records, Airline tickets, Cash, credit cards. Maps, guidebooks, Make copies of passport, TZ visa and airline tickets/schedule.Leave a copy with someone at home and put a copy in a separate place in your luggage.
FIRST AID
Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, or Aspirin, Throat lozenges, Band aids, Moleskin, Sunscreen (SPF 15+), Lip balm with sunscreen, Insect repellent, Disinfectant, Antiseptic cream, Bandages and tape, Diahrea medicine, Antihistamines, Ace bandage, Melatonin (1-3mg) or other sleep aid, Malaria pills (talk to your doctor), Antibiotics (talk to your doctor), Prescription drugs (talk to your doctor), Diamox (talk to your doctor)
GEAR ACCESSORIES
Water bottles and Camel back (2-3lts), 3 liters of bottled water before the trip, Gatorade or other drink mix helps with taste and minerals. Water filter or iodine purification tablets, Sun hat with brim, Sunglasses, Bandana,Money ($400 or more in cash and/ including some small U.S., Euro, or Tanzanian bills), Ski or trekking poles, Headlamp or flashlight, Camera, film, tripod, Video camera, tapes, Batteries, Bring extra sets for headlamp/flashlight and camera as cold weather shortens their life, Binoculars, Notebook, journal, pencil, and pen, Pocket knife