
Kilimanjaro Packing List
Personal Gear Guidelines
Everything you should know about gear for climbing the highest mountain in Africa.
Clothing
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Light trekking trousers (for the first days)
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Waterproof trousers (Gore-Tex or similar)
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Thermal underwear
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Warm fleece jacket
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Down jacket (-15 °C) for summiting
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Waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)
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Gloves (-15 °C)
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Fleece hat
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Balaclava
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Baseball hat / cap / cowboy hat
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T-shirt with long sleeves
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Shorts
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Trekking socks (3–4 pairs)
Footwear
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High-altitude trekking boots with waterproof protection
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Light trekking boots
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Trekking sneakers
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High-altitude trekking gaiters
Personal Care
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Towel
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Soap
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Toothpaste & toothbrush
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Personal medical kit
Gear & Equipment
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Small backpack (35–40 liters) for personal belongings
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Daypack (up to 15 kg, carried by porters)
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Sleeping bag (-15 °C comfort)
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Trekking poles
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Headlamp
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Thermos (1 liter)
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Flask (1 liter)
Accessories
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Waterproof poncho (must cover you & backpack)
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High trekking glasses (quality pair)
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Sunblock
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Hygienic lipstick

