Home Tanzania Trekking Mountain Equipment List

Overview

A person’s first step towards preparing for a trip is packing. The correct hiking packing list can enhance your hiking experience and add more color. A trekking trip is a great way to experience the mountain with fun and adventure, so don’t let any problems derail this process. You may not think a minor detail is essential, but every minor component is vital to a successful trek.

The African plains are dominated by Mount Kilimanjaro, situated three degrees south of the equator. In the high altitudes, where temperatures can drop below freezing point well before the sun has completely risen, the weather can change rapidly.

Initially, climbers require light clothing, but on summit day, they often find that wearing everything they have will not save them from the bitterly cold conditions.

Mountain Equipment List:

CLOTHING  ON  MOUNT KILIMANJARO

• • Waterproof  jacket  breathable with hood ( recommended )
• • Waterproof  trousers  breathable ( sides zipper recommended )
• • Soft  jacket or fleece or soft shell
• • Down jacket
• • 2 Hiking  trousers  convertible to shorts ( recommended )
• • Shorts  ( optional )
• • 2-3  Long underwear ( Long Johns)
• • 2-4  Underwear  brief
• • Sport bra ( woman )
• • 1-2  Long sleeve  Shirts Light-weight ( recommended )
• • 3-4  Long sleeve t-shirts Light-weight ( recommended)

HEADWEAR

• • Brimmed  hat for sun protection
• • Bandana that cover your ears from wind
• • Balaclava for face coverage
• • Knit hat for warmth

HANDWEAR      

• • Thick gloves, warm ( waterproof recommended)
• • Thin  gloves liners worn under glove for added warmth ( optional )
• • Mittens ( optional )

FOOTWEAR

• • Hiking boots, warm, broken in with ankle support
• • Gym shoes to wear at the camp ( optional)
• • 2-3 Socks ,thick, wool or synthetic
• • 1-2 Socks liners tight synthetic worn under socks to prevent blisters ( optional)
• • Gaiters ( waterproof ) for mud and scree

SLEEPING  BAG  AND  CARRYING  EQUIPMENTS

• • Sleeping bag, warm ( four season recommended )
• • Sleeping bag liner for added warmth ( optional )
• • Trekking poles
• • Head lump with extra batteries
• • Duffle bag ( waterproof recommended ) for porters to carry your other equipments
• • Medium sized day pack for carrying what you need on the trail

ACCESSORIES

• • Sun glasses or Goggles
• • Poncho during rain season ( optional )
• • Back pack cover waterproof (optional )
• • 2-3 water bottles ( recommended )
• • Camelbak ( water bladder ) recommended
• • Ear plug for sleeping ( optional )
• • Plastic  bag various size to keep your gear dry and separate

PERSONAL USAGE

• • Toiletries
• • Personal  Prescriptions ( Get advice from your doctor )
• • Sun screen
• • Lip balm
• • Hand sanitizer
• • First  aid kit
• • Wet wipe ( optional )
• • Water Purification tablet
• • Small towel Light-weight  and Quick dry one
• • Snacks , Light- weight  with high  Energy  ( optional )

PAPER  WORK & MONEY

• • Passport
• • Visa
• • Credit card/ Spending money
• • Medical insurance
• • Yellow fever certificate
• • Airline ticket
• • Insurance documents

WHAT TO PUT IN YOUR DAY PACK DURING A DAY HIKE

• • Sun screen
• • Lip balm
• • Sun glasses
• • Hand sanitizer
• • Water bottles
• • Your favorite snacks
• • Toilet Paper
• • Rain gears ( Jacket and trousers )
• • Valuables ( Money and Passport )
• • Extra layer ( fleece )
• • Duct tape or Mole skin for Blister
• • Poncho ( mostly during rain season)