Mt. Kilimanjaro Gear
Should you use trekking poles? Can you rent gear in Moshi? Are gaiters good to have? All these questions and more can be answered in the Kilimanjaro Gear section.
Shut the F$#@ Up!
Imagine yourself at 15,000 ft on Kilimanjaro, tucked away into your tent at night, listening to only the silence outside and preparing for another day of Kilimanjaro’s trail. You are relaxing, thinking good thoughts, and everything is peaceful and solitude at camp.
Actually it’s quit the opposite.
If you are on the Marangu or Machame route in the busy time of year, which is when most people climb, each night you are in a designated camping area, one that can encompass hundreds and hundreds of people. There are a sea of tents and people through the camping areas.
There are people …
Date: September 17th, 2005 |
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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, usually the last two to three days, the more intense the ultra-violet radiation can affect and the more important it’s to have the right protection, especially if the sun is out. Even if the sun isn’t present, you can still get a “cloud burn” and all the damage listed below.
Do not forget to bring sunglasses …
Date: September 12th, 2005 |
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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 and Diamox.
We suggest you bring the following medical items. Please discuss this with your physician prior to coming on this expedition.
Date: July 29th, 2005 |
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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 – rainforest, savanna, moorland, desert, snow – and even though it’s close to the equator, it’s still very cold and the weather is unpredictable, even in the summer months.
Much of the gear, like tents & sleeping mats, can be rented through your climbing company, but it’s important to have the basics.
Backpack
Hiking Boots
Sandals
Day Pack
Canteen
Warm Clothes
Waterproof Gloves
Wool Hat
Flashlight/Headlamp
Wool Socks
Walking Poles
Water Proof Rain Coat
Sleeping Bag/Sleeping Mat
Gaiters
Camelback
Sunscreen, Lip Balm
Sunglasses
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Date: May 13th, 2005 |
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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 around the country. Usually on safari, and elsewhere around the country, it’s warm enough to get buy each night with a light sleep sheet or a very thin blanket. This obviously is for people who travel around the country in the dry seasons.
All of this all goes out the door when it comes to Mount Kilimanjaro.
Since …
Date: September 14th, 2005 |
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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 be looking to make a few more outdoor purchases.
We think outdoor gear is obnoxiously overpriced. Therefore, we have developed a way for you to compare prices across between all the major dealsers. Through our new gear section, you can find whatever you need - and then see the price at each of the major outlets. …
Date: August 15th, 2005 |
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Complete Equipment Check List for Trekking
Each and every item on this list has been chosen to maximize your comfort and safety while hiking on the mountain. Please read through the entire list very carefully.
Date: July 29th, 2005 |
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