Kilimanjaro Packing Checklist
Kilimanjaro Climbing Packing List
Preparing for a climb on Mount Kilimanjaro requires the right gear to ensure both comfort and safety throughout the journey. A well-planned climbing kit includes carefully selected items that support a successful expedition. Every layer of clothing serves an important purpose, starting with base layers that keep you dry by drawing moisture away from your skin. Insulating layers, crafted from durable and breathable materials such as Polartec and Gore-Tex wind stoppers, help retain warmth while shielding you from cold conditions. Your outer layer should be windproof, waterproof, and breathable, with fabrics like Gore-Tex offering reliable protection against unpredictable mountain weather. Effective insulation across all layers is essential, using materials like down or synthetic options such as Primaloft and Polar Guard to maintain warmth in freezing temperatures. Being properly equipped allows you to handle the mountain’s tough environment and fully enjoy the climbing experience.
Kilimanjaro Packing List
3-4 season sleeping bag and silk liner(optional), on the mountain temperature can get down to zero degrees Fahrenheit (-18° C) at night, so bring a warm bag. Sleeping pad, a closed cell form camping mattress is OK; an inflatable Thermo-Rest is more comfortable.
- Pile or a wool hat-Bring one that covers ears, a balaclava
- Shade hat or cap and scarf to cover your neck
- Dark sunglasses with strong UV protection (glacier glasses)
- Sunscreen-30 SPF
- Lip salve
- Head torch(flashlight) with spare batteries
- T-Shirts-Synthetics are the best approx 4.
- Upper body layers-long sleeved thermal tops, a fleece/warm jumper (thick winter fleece) and a pile jacket.
- Rain Gear-Bring a good of Gore-tax or waterproof clothes.
- Wind stopper (optional you can use rain gear)
- Gloves for summit night (e.g. ski gloves with silk liner or down Mittens are ideal)
- 25-35 liters’ day sack/rucksack with good waist strap to carry water, camera, snacks etc.
- Quick dry hiking short.
- Long underwear bottoms
- Warm trousers/for the evening and summit day
- Rain paints and wind paint as well.
- Undergarment (enough for duration of the trek)
- Thin Socks-Three pair of synthetic socks.
- Thick socks-3/4 pairs of specialist trekking socks, one warm pair for summit day.
- Hiking boot (one pair medium weight)
- Gaiters-To keep dirt, scree and snow out of your boots.
- Tennis shoes (to wear in the camp after a day of hiking)
- Water bottles (minimum 2 liters) Camel back packs (with dust cup) Nalgene bottles, aluminum Sigg, ideally one bottle should be able to contain hot liquids(optional)
- Water Treatment-Bring a water treatment. We will filtrate the water before you use.
- Water flavoring (optional)
- Trekking poles
- Camera/film or memory card, extra batteries
- Casual clothes for traveling, spare day and celebration dinner.
- Isotonic drink powder or tablets (optional)
- Energy bars/chocolate/nuts or energy tablets
- Plastic bags (to protect clothes from rain, for dirty washing, etc)
- Sunglasses (spare)
- Swiss army knife (optional)
- Credit card (in case of emergencies) – let your credit card company know you are traveling to Tanzania
- Money belt to be worn inside trousers or skirt
- If you wear contact lenses it is advisable to also bring your glasses
- Playing cards, reading material etc.
- High-factor sun cream (30SPF) and lip salve (mountain sun can be very strong)
- Wet wipes
- Antibacterial hand gel
- Biodegradable nappy sacks (optional, but useful to store rubbish)
- Personal toiletries (please only bring biodegradable products)
- Earplugs (in case of snorers!)
- Toilet paper (will be provided)
- Lightweight trekking towel
- Vaseline/talcum powder
Although you will have a team Medically Trained Guide in your trip, it is advisable bring along a small personal medical kit.
- Dimox (Accetomalozide) for altitude adjustment
- Dexemethasone (Emergence medicine)
- Antiseptic cream
- Plasters (band-aids)
- Lint wound dressing
- Knee support
- Crepe bandage
- Safety pins
- Pain killers (Paracetamol and ibuprofen)
- Insect repellent
- Deep heat ointment
- Diareze/Imodium, Cipro and Pepto-Bismol
- Oral rehydration salts
- Compeed blister plasters (Moleskin)
- Malaria tablets /Malaron
Note: Malaron, Dimox and Dexamethasone are prescription medicine we highly recommending you to discuss with your Doctor. We are not carrying this medicine in our First Aid Kit. Hiring any additional clothing upon booking we will provide equipment hiring price list, upon arrival in Moshi we will check over any clothing/equipment you have. COTTON clothing must be avoided, because its dries very slowly, choose wool or synthetic fabrics that wicks the sweat and moisture from your skin.
Kilimanjaro Hiking Itineraries
These Kilimanjaro packages are well-planned to help you reach the summit safely and successfully, with routes that suit different fitness levels and adventure goals.
- 5 Days
- Private Tour
$ 1515 per person
The 5-Day Marangu route is the shortest and cheapest option
- 7 Days
- Private Tour
$ 2420 per person
The 7-Day Lemosho route offers the same stunning scenery as
- 7 Days
- Private Tour
$ 2450 per person
The Rongai route is the only trail that approaches Kilimanjaro
- 7 Days
- Private Tour
$ 2350 per person
The Umbwe route is the shortest, steepest, and most direct
- 7 Days
- Private Tour
$ 2400 per person
The Machame route, nicknamed the “Whiskey Route,” is the most
- 6 Days
- Private Tour
$ 1747 per person
The 6-Day Machame route is a physically demanding trek designed