KILIMANJARO & SAFARI GEAR CHECKLIST.

We recommended that all clothing (and anything you do not want get wet) be packed in water proof sacks or plastic so that it not get wet if it rains)

It is ideal to pack your kilimanjaro trekking gear in a duffel bag as close to these dimensions as possible: 30x14x14 and right around 33 pounds (15kg). This makes it easier for the porters to carry!

You do not have to get everything as it appears on the list – this is just recommendations

FOOTWEAR
* Tennis / camp shoe to wear around the camp
* Hiking boots: 1 pair of sturdy boots in which you can wear a light synthetic sock under a heavy sock comfortably. Boots should be waterproof.
* Gaiters: I pair used to keep rocks out of shoes and boots dry
* Wool or Pile Socks: 1pair/hiking day –smooth thin wool, nylon or capilene to be worn next to the skin. This reduces the incidence of blisters and makes the outer sock last longer before needing to be changed. They should fit well with your heavyweight socks

CLOTHING
* 2 pairs of lightweight long underwear . tops and bottoms, capilene, other synthetic or wool
* No cotton . lightweight is preferable as it is more versatile (worn single in warmer conditions and double layer for colder) one set of white for intense sunny days and one pair of dark for faster drying gives the most versatility.
* Fleece/synthetic jacket: Mid to heavyweight pile (polartec 200-300 depending upon cold tolerance.
* Insulating pants: fleece pants (polartec 200-300 depending upon cold tolerance) or equivalent . be sure pants can be removed while wearing boots.
* Down or synthetic jacket. Medium to heavy weight with hood for cold summit temperatures.
* Shell rains jacket- waterproof – gore – tex or equivalent
* Shell rain pants - waterproof – gore –tex or equivalent (side zips optional)
* (shell jacket and pants must fit over insulation comfortably)
* 2 synthetic shirts, long sleeve
* 2 synthetic T- Shirts
* 2 pairs synthetics hiking shorts
* 2 pairs synthetics trekking pants
* 1 pair of underwear / hiking day
* Women – supportive sports bras

HANDWEAR
* Light synthetics glove: 2 pairs pile or similar quick drying material. Should fit comfortably inside heavy mitts.
* Mitts with gore – tex shells. 1pair each. A good pair of ski mittens/ gloves work well.

HEADWEAR
* Balaclava look for a simple lightweight model
* Warm lightweight pile / wool hat. Hat should cover ears
* Baseball cap or other sun hat. One with a good visor to shade the nose and eyes synthetics is nice as it dries quickly
* Bandana used to shade your neck
* Glacier glasses 100% UV, side –gussetes are preferable

TOILETRIES
* Biodegradable shampoo
* Biodegradable soap
* Lip balm
* Deodorant
* Toothpaste / toothbrush
* Brush / comb
* Wet wipes
* Lotion
* Feminine hygiene supplies
* Nail clipper

FIRST AID KIT
* Blister bandages / mole – skin
* Small bandages (bond – aids)
* Elasticized support bandage (ace – wrap)
*Safety pins
* Small pair of scissors
* Antiseptic wipes
* Talcum powder
* Sun block for skin and lips
* Insect repellent
* Wet wipes

MEDICINES (your medications should be discussed with your physician)
* Anti – allergy : hydrocortisone (ointment ) diphenhydramine hydrochloride (oral antihistamine), (ie. Sudafed) epinephrine)
* Antibiotics, bacitracin (anointment) erythromycin ciprofloxacin hydrochloride, (cipro
* Antacids bismuth subsalicylate (ie pepto – bismol)
* Anti – diarrhea , loperamide hydrochloride (ie Imodium), Tinidozole
* Anti – emetics (anti – vomiting) prochlorperazine , promethazine
* Ant – vertigo (anti – motion sickness) Meclizine , scopolamine
* Altitude illness medicine : acetazolamide (diamox) dexamethasone) nifedipine
* Sterile eye drops
* Anti – malaria prophylaxis medicine
* Prescription medicines

IMPORTANT : Make sure to check with your travel clinic on recommended vaccinations

CLIMBING AND CAMPING EQUIPMENT
* 1 soft (no hard frame or wheels) duffel bag (porters will carry)
* 1 day pack
* Day pack rain cover for rain
* Plastic bags of different sizes (to protect clothes against rain)
* 1 warm mountain sleeping bag (0 degree Fahrenheit, 18 degrees Celsius)
* 1 sleeping pad (inflatable pad)
* 2 trekking poles – highly recommended
* I headlamp (with extra batteries and light bulb )
* I pocket knife
* 3 one – liter water bottles or substitute with hydration pack
* Water filtration / purification system or iodine tablets
* Sun block . we suggest the highest possible SPF rating
* Water purification tablets or filters / pumps. We recommend tablets as the best and most foolproof way to purify water, ( We provide Water purifications tablets)
*bandanas.

CAMERA EQUIPMENTS

Cameras, whether video or film, need to be protected against the severe cold weather either in a warm pouch or the interior pockets of your clothing. Do not keep in your backpack at higher elevations. For digital equipment, check with the manufacturer's specification for temperature range (especially battery life) water tightness and general hardiness.

SAFARI GEAR CHECK.

It is recommended to pack safari gear in a duffel bag of the approximate size:30x14

This is not absolutely necessary, it just works well!!

CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR

* Hiking shoes/boots
* Flip flops or sandals
* Hat
* Windbreaker /jacket
* Pullover sweater /sweatshirt
*2 comfortable pants
* 2shorts
* 1 pair socks /safari day
* 1 pair underwear / safari day
*3 short sleeve shirts
* 1 long sleeve shirt to provide protection from the sun
* Pajamas
* Bras (sports type) – women

EQUIPMENT
* Sunglasses /case
* Prescription glasses
* Flashlight (small with extra batteries)
* Batteries (for electronic equipment )
* Binoculars for Safari. (very important , one per person, optional )
* Day pack
* Favorite snacks