Mt Kenya & Mt Kilimanjaro Gears Checklist

PRIMARY GEARS & CLOTHING

NB: Quick drying fabrics wool or synthetic, avoid cotton as it’s a poor insulation when wet.

• Pair of Waterproof Hiking boots (use tried and tested ones to avoid blisters)
• 3-4 Pairs of Hiking socks, thick and thin
• 1 Pair of Gaiters – keeps mud and sand pebbles from your boots.
• Pair of Adjustable hiking sticks
• Pair of Sneakers/Sandals (to wear around camp)
• 2-3 Pair of long top and bottom thermal underwear
• 1-2 Pair of Hiking pants (detachable)
• Pair of warmer summit pants (fleece-like pants)
• Pair of waterproof pants
• 1 Pair of waterproof/windproof Jacket/Poncho
• 3-4 T-shirts (Short & Long sleeve)
• Long sleeve fleece pullover/jacket
• Down/Puffer jacket with hood
• Pair of inner (fleece) and outer (waterproof) gloves
• Marvin/Balaclava
• Neck buff/scarf
• Sleeping bag rated -10° or 4 seasons
• 35–45-liter Day pack – for carrying personal gear such as water.
• 65–75-liter Rucksack/Duffel bag max 15-18kg (to be carried by the porter)

FOOD & WATER

• Personal Snacks (Sugary-for quick energy, Carby-for longer burn energy, Salty and Savory like nuts, jerky & Fruits)
• 3-liter Camelback or Reusable water bottle(s)
• Water purifiers (though our Mountain Chefs do provide Boiled water)

EMERGENCY ESSENTIALS

• Headlamp/Flashlight
• First Aid kit
• Dry bags with zipper
• Cellphone (with strategy and waterproof case)
• Extra batteries

CAMP BATHROOM

• Toilet paper
• Small Towel
• Biodegradable soap
• Toothbrush and biodegradable toothpaste
• Hand Sanitizer
• Feminine products
• Plastic bags (for used products)

SUN PROTECTION

• Sunscreen (SPF minimum 30)
• Lip balm (SPF minimum 20)
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses

OTHER ESSENTIALS

• Adventurous Spirit
• Valid passport/ID
• Keys, license, credit card, and some cash
• Power banks
• Ear plugs
• Camera
• Hot water bottles for cold nights
• Watch
• Whistle
• Trip itinerary (left with a friend)
• Strips of duct tape (for minor repairs)
• Hand and feet warmers
• Stuff sack (put a jacket in it at night and it becomes a pillow)

NOTE: All the primary gears and clothing are available for hiring/buying in our store at affordable costs per item.