Clothing:
- Boots and spare laces (break in boots prior to trek)
- Light shoes and/or sandals
- Fleece
- Down jacket
- Shirt, short and long sleeved, moisture wicking (avoid cotton)
- Wool socks and liners
- Trekking trousers
- Water proof jacket and trousers
- Underwear (including thermals)
- Gloves (down gloves are highly recommended for summit night)
- Woolen hat and/or balaclava
- Wide brimmed hat
- Quick dry towel
- Sleeping bag (3 seasons)
- Rucksack or duffle bag with waterproof cover and waterproof liner
- Daypack with waterproof cover and waterproof liner
- Gaiters
- Trekking poles
- Head lamp and spare batteries
Essential items:
- Passport and Tanzanian visa
- Yellow fever vaccination card
- Insulated water bottle and / or camel back
- Hand sanitizer
- Sun glasses or ice goggle
- Limp balm and sunscreen
- Things of personal nature
- Camera, extra batteries
- Wet wipes
- Medications including: acetaminophen/ibuprofen, anti-diarrhea medication, malaria pills, Diamox from your country of origin
Optional:
- Snacks
- Notebook and pen
- Ear plug