Kilimanjaro Recommended Packing List
Sleeping Gear:
Sleeping bag rated 0° - 15°F (Also available to rent once you are here)
Sleeping bag liner (for extra warmth. Can also be rented here)
Compression sack for sleeping bag
Pack & Bags
Waterproof duffel bag (80L- 100L)
Daypack 25L- 35L
Waterproof pack cover
(Optional) Packing cubes to organize duffel bag
(Optional) Bag lock for duffel bag
Footwear & Trekking Poles
Hiking boots- waterproof mid-weight
Running shoes/ light hikers (for wearing around camp)
Gaiters
5- 6 pairs liner socks (wool or synthetic, no cotton)
4- 6 pairs thick socks (no cotton) - thermal socks for summit day
Spare laces for hiking boots
Trekking poles (Can be rented here)
Gloves
Thin gloves (wool or synthetic, no cotton)
Thick waterproof gloves or mitten
Clothing: Lower body
Underwear 4- 5 pairs (no cotton)
1 Convertible pants or shorts
1- 2 light medium weight base layer
Hiking pants (no cotton)
Winter hiking pants
Waterproof shell pants (recommend size zippers)
Clothing: Upper body
Comfortable sports bra (ladies only)
1- 2 light weight t-shirts (no cotton)
1- 2 light weight long-sleeved t-shirts (no cotton)
2- 3 light to mid-weight base layer shirts
1- 2 fleece (for insulation layer)
1 heavy base layer (no cotton, smart wool recommended) for summit day
Insulated shell jacket
Down jacket (approx 750-fill)
Waterproof shell jacket that fits over all layers
Headwear
Brim hat or cap with neck protection
Warm hat with ear flaps
Neck gaiter or “Buff”
Sunglasses (rated 100% UV protection)
Water & Snacks
2- 3L hydration bladder (Platypus or Camelback or similar)
1- 2 One-Liter wide-mouth bottle (Nalgene or similar)
Electrolyte/Sports drink powder for adding to your water
Snacks: Energy bars, jerky, nuts, etc.
Water purification tablets or filter pen, if desired (We provide boiled/ filtered water)
Personal Health & Comfort
Toiletries: toothbrush & paste, hairbrush/comb, foot powder, hand cream, deodorant, soap
“Baby wipes” and anti-bacterial, hand sanitizer wipes
“Dude wipes” for washing
Any regular medication you are taking
Anti-bacterial hand sanitizer gel such as Purell
Fingernail brush
Nail clippers
Ear plugs
Sunscreen SPF 40+
Small microfiber quick-dry towel
Pee-bottle for night time “calls of nature”
Small flashlight
Headlamp
Spare contact lenses/ glasses
Toilet paper - 1-2 rolls. (Take out the cardboard center for easier packing)
Camera/ phone/ ipod/ Kindle
Spare batteries
Whistle
Personal First-Aid Kit
Blister bandaids- assorted sizes
Antibiotic cream or ointment
Bandaids for minor cuts & scrapes
ibuprofen/Tylenol
Skin healing ointment such as Aquaphor (Highly recommended)
Anti-nausea medication
Immodium for diarrhea
Any prescription medications
Diamox (To help prevent Altitude sickness)
Portable oxygen for high altitude like Boost Oxygen
Ladies Only:
During menstrual period, plan to change tampon or pad 3- 4 times daily
Ziplock bags for used tampons/pads (these must be carried off the mountain)
Heavy duty wipes for washing
Pee funnel: If you’ve ever wanted to pee standing up, now is your chance!! :)
Weight of duffle bag should be at or below 15 kg/ 33 lbs
Travel size toiletries recommended to save weight of bags because the duffle bags will be carried by our porters.
What we provide:
Sleeping Mats
Oximeters to check Oxygen levels at altitude for health and safety
Oxygen tanks for emergency
Water that has been boiled and purified to refill water bottles and water bladders, daily.
Many items on this packing list are available to rent through Winrica Adventures, including cold-weather clothing, trekking equipment, sleeping bags, and portable toilets. For a complete list of available rental gear, current pricing, and answers to frequently asked questions, please visit the Rental Gear section of the Winrica Guest Hub. When you're ready, you can submit the rental request form directly through the Guest Hub, and our team will confirm availability and add the items to your reservation.