Kilimanjaro Packing List

Technical Clothing

1 – Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
1 – Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
1 – Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
2 – Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
1 – Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
1 – Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
2 – Hiking Pants
1 – Fleece Pants
1 – Shorts (optional)
1 – Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
3 – Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
2 – Sport Bra (women)

Headwear

1 – Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
1 – Knit Hat, for warmth
1 – Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
1 – Bandana (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
3 – Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)
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 Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate

Equipment

1 – Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons*
1 – Trekking Poles, collapsible (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

1. Toiletries
2. Prescriptions
3. Sunscreen
4. Lip Balm
5. Insect Repellent, containing DEET
6. First Aid Kit
7. Hand Sanitizer
8. Toilet Paper
9. Wet Wipes (recommended)
10. Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
11. Electrolytes, powder or tablets (optional)
12. Camera, with extra batteries (optional)

Paperwork

1. Trip Receipt
2. Passport
3. Visa (available at JRO)
4. Immunization Papers
5. Insurance Documents.

We have all these gears in our store for hire, its cheaper than buying new ones, ask us to send you a packing list with prices.

Equipments provided by Kilimanjaro Vikings Adventures are Tents, kitchen tent, dining/mess tent with (camping chairs, camping table and lanterns), and kitchen utensils, cooking gas canister.