Success on Kilimanjaro starts before you arrive. Here is everything you need to know.
Essential Gear List
You don't need to buy everything. We offer high-quality rentals for big-ticket items.
Feet (Crucial)
Waterproof Hiking Boots (Broken in!)
Camp Shoes / Sneakers
4-5 Pairs Wool Hiking Socks
Gaiters (For mud/snow)
Body (Layers)
Thermal Base Layers (Top & Bottom)
Fleece Jacket (Mid-layer)
Down Jacket (Warmth)
Waterproof Jacket & Trousers (Gore-Tex)
Head & Hands
Sun Hat & Wool Beanie
Sunglasses (UV protection)
Thin Liner Gloves
Thick Waterproof Gloves/Mittens
Accessories
Sleeping Bag (-15°C comfort)
Daypack (30-40L)
Headlamp + Extra Batteries
Water Bottles (3L capacity)
🎒 Available for Rent (Save Money)
Don't want to buy expensive gear? You can rent Sleeping Bags, Down Jackets, Trekking Poles, and Duffel Bags directly from us in Moshi. All gear is Mountain Hardwear or North Face quality.
Physical Training
Kilimanjaro is a hike, not a technical climb, but it requires endurance.
2 Months Before
Start cardio exercises (running, swimming, cycling) 3 times a week.
1 Month Before
Do long hikes on weekends wearing your new hiking boots to break them in.
Leg Strength
Focus on squats and lunges. Climbing stairs is the best simulation.
Visa & Medical
Visa: Available on arrival ($50 for most, $100 for USA) or E-Visa online.
Yellow Fever: Certificate required if traveling from a risk country (check your transit).
Malaria: Moshi is in a malaria zone, but the mountain is not. Consult your doctor.
Altitude Sickness: Many climbers use Diamox. Please consult your doctor for a prescription.
Insurance: Travel insurance covering high-altitude trekking (up to 6,000m) is mandatory.
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