The ultimate Kilimanjaro packing list

Kilimanjaro temperatures can easily range from the high 20’s (centigrade) during the day right down at night to -15c . To cope with this huge range in temperature changes between the day and night you must have proper gears  strategy that consist of  lots thin layers that are easy to wear up and take off as the weather change. 

NB; Please note that Tanzania is implementing a ban on the use of single-use plastic bags on 1st June 2019. Please ensure that none of the items in your luggage are packed in plastic bags

Please go through the list below to make sure you have all items mentioned;
 

TECHNICAL CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT

1 Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood                       
1 Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons*                    
1 Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down, warm                       
1 Camp Pillow, inflatable (optional)                        
1 Soft Jacket, fleece or soft shell                             
1 Trekking Poles, collapsable (highly recommended)*                   
3 Long Sleeve Shirt, moisture wicking fabric                         
1 Head lamp, with extra batteries                           
3 Short Sleeve Shirt, moisture wicking fabric                        
1 Duffel Bag, 70L 90L, for porters to carry your equipment                             
1 Waterproof Pants, breathable (side zipper      
1 Daypack, 30L 35L, for you to carry your personal gear recommended)                
2 Hiking Pants   
1  Fleece Pants                
1 Shorts (optional)                           
1 Long Underwear, moisture wicking fabric         
4  Underwear, moisture wicking fabric                   
2  Sport Bra (women      
Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz.)
Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 3 liters)               
Stuff Sacks, Dry Bags or Ziploc Type Plastic Bags                  

 HEADWEAR  

       
Sunglasses or Goggles
Face Mask (REQUIRED)
 Knit Hat, for warmth     
 Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
 Balaclava or Buff (recommended)
HANDWEAR                       

1 Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)                       
1 Gloves, light                    

 FOOTWEAR                       

1 Hiking Boots or Shoes, warm, waterproof                         
4  Socks, wool or synthetic                           
1  Gaiters, waterproof (optional)             

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

Trip payment and confirmation Receipt
 Valid Passport
Immunization Papers
Visa (also available to JRO)
Insurance Documents   

OTHERS

 Lip Balm
 Sunscreen             
 Insect Repellent, containing DEET
2  – Toilet paper
First Aid Kit
Wet Wipes (recommended)
Hand Sanitizer (REQUIRED)
Toilet Paper
Snacks, lightweight, high calorie (optional)
Electrolytes, powder or tablets (optional
Camera, with extra batteries (optional)
 

NB; For first-time climbers or anyone who doesn't have their own climbing gear, renting is a much more affordable choice than investing in top-quality gear you may only use one time.