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What climbers on this site carried up the mountain, and what they wished they had. Written between 2005 and 2008, so treat brands and prices as of their date; the advice about cold, wet and altitude has not changed.
- Cheap Gear Available Via BootsnAll
Now that you have seen the Kilimanjaro gear list, you may realize that this trip COULD cost you more that expected. Unless you have all the the trekking gear - quality sleeping bags, hiking boots, trekking poles, etc - you might… - Do You Need a Balaclava?
Most people don’t use a balaclava on the mountain. Many just zip up their jacket and fleece, pull down their hat, and keep much of their face… - Don’t forget sunblock and sunglasses
Two crucial items that most people forget on Mt. Kilimanjaro is a sun block and sun glasses, both of which are imperative for not only having a good time, but also not damaging your eyes and your skin. The higher on the mountain,… - Drink Packets
As I stated in my two articles, “Taking a Whiz,” and “Pee, Pee and More Pee,” you will drink loads of water on Kilimanjaro, probably more than you have ever had in your… - Drinking Water
You will need a lot of water on Kilimanjaro. Not only will you need water for making your food, but also for drinking each day while on the trail. Make sure to bring either a hydration pack and two nalgene type… - Kilimanjaro GTX Boot
Everybody always asks me what kind of boots you should have on Kilimanjaro. Really - it’s a matter of preference as long as they are waterproof. I have seen people in cross trainers, tennis shoes - and even Tevas. It also really… - Kilimanjaro Packing List
Here is the new updated packing list for climbing Kilimanjaro. Obviously you can make changes on this packing list to suite your needs, but this is general overview of most everything you should… - Mess Tents on Kilimanjaro
If you are considering a company - always check to see if they include mess tents on the climb. The quality outfitters always include this. The budget outfitters will be serving dinner in your… - Oxygen on Kilimanjaro
Most companies DO NOT carry any form of oxygen on Kilimanjaro. You will occasionally see some high-end foreign companies - those that charge $5,000 per person - bring up oxygen for their rich clients that pay HUGE money to climb… - Packing the Basics
If you’re climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, or trekking on any mountain in Africa, it’s important to have all the gear that reflects a variety of different weather situations. Kilimanjaro, in particular, has a variety of ecosystems –… - Personal First Aid and Drug Kit
The basic things that you should always bring are the following: gauze, tape, aspirin, medicated soap, antibiotic ointment, antacid tablets, some antibiotics, pain killers, eye treatments, and anaphylaxis kit, Imodium, Compazine… - Plastic Bags - Bring em!
One of the best piece of gear on Mt. Kilimanjaro, something that most people forget, is big durable plastic bags with a seal. Plastic bags are a great way to ensure that your clothes will stay dry on the mountain. Even though you… - Prepare for the Worst
Like most mountains of the world, the weather on mountains are subject to extreme weather conditions. This extreme conditions - like snow, ice, wind, hail - can happen in the warmest, best times of year. Some weather analysts say… - Rain Gear in the Dry Season?
In the official two best-times-to-climb “dry seasons” on Mt. Kilimanjaro, many people wonder if you should you still bring rain… - Renting Gear for Climbing Kilimanjaro
A number of travelers - usually backpackers - show up in Tanzania, thinking they can purchase trekking gear for climbing on the mountain. Unlike Nepal, where you can purchase jackets, hats, gloves, boots, and thermal underwear,… - Sleeping Bags on Kilimanjaro
Packing a sleeping bag to Tanzania is kind of pain in the butt. It takes up too much room in your backpack, and besides on Kilimanjaro (and maybe a few instances on safari), it’s not something you need in your day to day travels… - Solar Backpacks – Best Bets on Kilimanjaro
If you are staying in a wildlife lodge, or a nice hotel, you might have one or two nights to charge your battery, but don’t always count on it. You need to get a special adapter to charge your battery and it sometimes becomes… - Ten Things You Need To Know About Climbing Kilimanjaro
It soars at its highest point to 19340ft. It is among the seven continental giants, and sits high on the global mountaineering must do list for anyone claiming the status of a mountain enthusiast. It is, however, one of the… - Tent on Kilimanjaro - Mountain Hardware Tents
You will see many different types of tents on Kilimanjaro. Mountain Hardware tents are popular on Kili, although these ones are a little bit dated. You need to make sure your outfitter has a solid four season tent that can… - Waterproof Duffel
While many people bring backpacks to Mt. Kilimanjaro, there are also some other bags that work well for going up the mountain. The North Face Base Camp Duffel is my personal favorite - and works well because it’s waterproof and…
