Mount Kilimanjaro
Kit List
This list is not exhaustive and some items may not be required during the trip but it is better to have them than not.
Try to use your equipment before you go - particularly walking boots please ensure they are worn in and will be comfortable for the entire trip.
Travelling light is much less hassle so try and pack as lightly as possible, only bring the essentials you need!
Unfortunately, it is a fact of life that luggage can get delayed, damaged or lost. Please ensure you take your walking boots/socks and any personal medication in your hand luggage, as there is no time to replace these items on arrival, before the event begins, whereas t-shirts/shorts can always be borrowed from fellow group members.
| Item | Essential | Options |
| Baggage and Sleeping | ||
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| Large rucksack (weight allowance 15 kgs for porters) |  |
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| Day rucksack (for sun cream, camera, film, water bottle, etc.) can be hired for approx USD10 | |
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| Four seasons sleeping bag - can be hired for approx USD20 | |
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| Foam camping mat - can be hired for approx USD15 | |
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| Clothing | ||
| Breathable layered clothing | |
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| T Shirts | |
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| Warm sweater | |
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| Warm jacket with hood | |
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| Trousers (cool & warm pair, loose-fitting). Zip-offs useful | |
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| Breathable waterproof trousers | |
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| Full length thermal underwear | |
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| Good walking socks, thick for summit, thinner for lower slopes | |
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| Warm gloves, scarf | |
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| Lightweight waterproof breathable jacket | |
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| Rainwear | |
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| Light pair of shoes / sandals for around camp | |
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| Walking boots (well worn in sturdy boots with ankle support) | |
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| Rain boots for mud, rain and snow | |
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| Gaiters | |
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| Scarf, hat / balaclava - best if covers hair, ears, forehead & chin | |
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| Wide brimmed sunhat | |
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| Sunglasses (good quality with high 100% UV protection) | |
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| Head Torch | |
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| Hygiene | ||
| Toothbrush & toothpaste | |
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| Razor & cream | |
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| Shower gel | |
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| Travel towel | |
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| Soap (anti-bacterial or bio-degradable) | |
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| Shampoo / Conditioner | |
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| Sanitary products | |
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| Antibacterial hand gel | |
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| Biodegradable toilet paper | |
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| Lip salve with sun protection | |
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| Water bottle | |
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| Health | ||
| Vitamins | |
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| After sun / moisturizer | |
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| Insect repellent | |
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| Water purification & neutralisation tablets | |
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| Sun protection (factor 30 minimum) | |
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| Documents | ||
| Passport | |
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| Cash | |
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| Travellers cheques | |
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| Credit / Debit card | |
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| Travel insurance | |
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| Other | ||
| Digital & disposable cameras with film | |
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| Binoculars | |
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| High energy snacks (cereal bars, dried fruit, nuts) | |
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| Contact lenses (bring spare lenses, & glasses in case of dust) | |
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| Torch (with spare batteries & bulb), head torch recommended | |
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| Alarm clock, watch | |
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| Telescopic walking pole(s) - can be hired for approx USD10 | |
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| Ear plugs | |
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| Spare boot laces | |
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| Waterpouch | |
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| Bin liners (for laundry, to keep clothing dry) | |
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| Cover for your rucksack (in the event it rains) | |
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| Small First Aid Kit | ||
| Headache tablets / Aspirin | |
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| Adhesive dressing (plasters) | |
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| Compeed blister pads / Second skins | |
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| Antiseptic spray | |
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| Diarrhoea tablets (immodium or pepto bismol) | |
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| Medicine for altitude sickness | |
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| Any medication you normally use | |
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| Rehydration salts such as Dioralyte (at least 1 per day) | |
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| Vaseline | |
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N.B. 'Peglers of Arundel' offer Kuoni charity challenge groups a 15% discount on all purchases of their medical kits and travel clothing/equipment. Please ask for further details. Visit the Peglers website.
