Before your trip
Passports, visas & vaccinations
You’ll need a passport that’s valid for at least six months beyond the date of your departure from Tanzania. If you’re travelling on a US, UK, EU, NZ, Canadian or Australian passport, a visa is required and this needs to be pre-arranged please click on this link - Tanzania Visa Application. For a single entry visa (90 days) it costs US$100 for US passport holders and US$50 for UK, EU, NZ, Canadian or Australian passport holders. You need (per person):
• A passport with atleast one blank visa page.
• A scanned copy of your passport to upload to the application.
• Credit card to pay for the visa - US$50 - 100, depending on the length of your stay and your home country.
If you’re a citizen of another country please check with your nearestTanzania embassy.
For travel to Tanzania we recommend getting vaccinated against Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Polio, Typhoid and Rabies at least two months before your trip starts. Yellow Fever Vaccination is mandatory for entry into Tanzania so please bring proof of this with you. No other vaccinations are mandatory though parts of Tanzania are considered to be malarial, so we recommend the use of anti-malarial prophylactics, especially if visiting during the summer (December to April). For the most up-to-date recommendations please check with your
To help you prepare for this trip, we’ve gathered some useful information together! Some
things, such as flights and insurance will be relevant sooner; and some things such as gear
will be relevant closer to departure.
Your Trip Information
You’ve booked!
What’s next?
Within a week of booking: pay deposit, confirm your contract and log into your Travel Wallet Sooner rather than later: check passport, arrange travel insurance and book your flights, start your training regime and get fit! Four months before your trip: if sending a cheque, please mail it now
Three months before your trip: full payment is due, complete extra items*
Two months before your trip: arrange vaccinations
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Travel Insurance
As an Active Adventures Africa traveller, you’re required to have travel insurance for your trip – please be aware some insurance companies require insurance to be purchased within 14 days of deposit payment (to be eligible for Pre-exisitng medical cover). We recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes medical cover, emergency repatriation, trip cancellation and other travel mishaps (e.g. flight cancellations or delays, trip interruption, theft or loss of luggage and personal effects).
We highly recommend World Nomads as they offer competitive travel insurance policies that suit our type of travel with the minimum requirements for medical cover and emergency repatriation, as well as trip cancellation cover. You can also check out other insurance companies like Travel Guard or compare multiple Insurance companies at Insuremytrip.com. We recommend keeping all travel papers (invoices, receipts, police reports etc.) when you travel in case you need them later to support a claim. For your trip to Tanzania you also need to ensure that your travel insurance covers you for medical difficulties above 3,000 metres / 9,000 feet if you’re on the Kibo trek: i.e. altitude sickness complications, or if you trip and fall, etc. The summit of Mount Kilimanjaro sits at 5,895 m (19,341 ft) Travel agencies
We recommend booking your flights through our preferred travel partner – Fuzion Travel. They’re our experienced hand-picked experts in travel, passionate about what they do, and will tailor-make your flight itinerary to match your Active Adventures tour.
Get in touch with them directly by email – active@ fuziontravel.co.nz or on 1 800 TRAVEL. Let them know your preferred travel plans, including any stopovers or extra nights’ accommodation, and they will put everything in place for you. They offer a total travel solution and five star service that you’ll want to tell your friends about!
Extra hotel accommodation
We can arrange additional hotel accommodation for you at one of our preferred hotels if you plan to arrive early or leave later than your trip end date. The best way to make a booking is to request the hotel, dates and room types you require through your Travel details Step 3 Page.
Health check & Regular medication
We strongly recommend seeing your local travel doctor for a full medical checkup prior to travelling to Tanzania for the ‘Kibo’ trek. Trekking in general, especially at altitude can expose you to health risks and pre-existing medical conditions might get worse at altitude.
If you’re taking any regular medication, it’s essential you see your regular doctor well before the trek and get adequate supplies for the trip. It’s also recommended that you get a letter from your doctor listing your regular medications and stating you’re carrying them for your personal use. This is also useful if you need to get replacement medications if you’re unlucky enough to lose your medication.
Medical Kits and Medications
We carry comprehensive first aid kits and all our guides have received in depth emergency first aid training. However, our guides cannot dispense prescription
medication to clients. We expect clients to bring a personal first aid kit with supplies to deal with common problems including blisters, cuts, grazes, aches and pains, travelers diarrhea, coughs and colds and altitude illness. Medications will need to be prescribed by a doctor, taking into account individual allergies and regular medications. We have provided a list of suggested items to discuss with your doctor.
Suggested contents of personal medical kits Plasters & Dressings
Blister prevention tape, dressings etc Strapping tape
Small bandage
Iodine swabs/solution or other antiseptic Cough lozenges
Acetaminiphen/Paracetamol and/or ibuprofen Acetazolamide (for prevention & treatment of altitude illness). Suggested dose:125mg twice daily commencing 24 hours before going to altitude > 2500m
Oral rehydration solution (ORS) Loperamide
Azithromycin (broad spectrum antibiotic, good for travellers diarrhoea). Suggested dose 500mg once daily for 3 days. Ondansetron (or other anti-emetic)
Antihistamine
Flights
International flights
There’s only one international airport in Arusha -
Kilimanjaro International Airport (the airport code is JRO). The airport is directly linked with Amsterdam, Dar El Salaam, Doha, Dubai, Frankfurt, Istanbul & Zanzibar. Airline luggage
We recommend packing valuable and essential items in your carry-on luggage (change of clothing, medication etc.) in case your luggage is delayed. Domestic flights within New Zealand don’t generally come with a luggage allowance unless you have specifically included this in your tickets, so if you booked your domestic airfares separately from your international ticket, please be aware you may have to request additional baggage.
PLEASE NOTE: Your ‘Kibo’ trek luggage is restricted to 20 kilograms (44 pounds), in a 50 litre Active Arica duffel bag we’ll provide on the night before, as well as your daypack. Your ‘Nyumbu’ safari luggage is restricted to 15 kilograms (33 pounds) including photographic equipment, per person in a soft, hold all type bag.
Arriving and departing Tanzania
Customs and immigration
When you arrive in Tanzania you’ll proceed through immigration to have your passport and visa checked (see passports and visas section on Page 1). You should then collect your luggage before proceeding to customs. Kilimanjaro airport (KIA) transfer
Kilimanjaro Airport is approximately 60km (45min) from the city centre. A taxi ride costs US$50 but many airlines run a shuttle service for free or US$10. We recommend using the white licensed taxis as they are registered. If you’re arriving early and staying at the joining Hotel for your ‘Kibo’ trek ~ Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge, it’s located half way between the Airport and Arusha town centre. The ‘Serengeti’ safari joining Hotel is Rivertrees Country Inn, which is also located half way between the Airport and Arusha town centre.
What if there’s an emergency?
Flight delays
If your flight is delayed, or you can’t travel for any reason and aren’t able to get to your pre-arranged meeting place on time, please let us know as soon as you can. Flight delays and missed connections do happen from time to time so we’re pretty accustomed to dealing with them. It’s all part of the whole travel experience, so if it does happen to you, we’ll help you get to where you need to be. You’ll need to cover any additional costs incurred by your flight delay, so keep all receipts in case you need them later to support an insurance claim. If you can, we recommend arriving earlier to be on the safe side.
Luggage delays
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Emergency contacts
If you have a genuine emergency in the few days before your trip starts, or your family needs to get in touch with you urgently during the trip, please call our Client Services Team, based in New Zealand. Phone +64 27 839 6538. Non-emergency contacts
For non-emergencies, please contact our New Zealand office using the details below. If the office is unattended (outside of New Zealand business hours), please leave a message so we can pick it up and respond as soon as we can.
Free phone: 1 800 661 9073 (USA, Canada & Australia) Free phone: 0808 234 7780 (UK)
Free phone: 0800 234 726 (NZ) Worldwide: +64 3 450 0414, ext 1 Email: [email protected]
This + symbol stands for the international prefix of the country you are calling from. Examples of these prefixes are: Australia: 0011; New Zealand: 00; UK: 00; USA: 011
Your Active Adventures Africa Trip
Your group
We get a real variety of people on our trips and they all seem to have one thing in common – a love of the outdoors! Our group sizes range from a minimum of four people to a maximum of fourteen people, generally with a mix of singles, couples and friends.
Your guides
Your trip will be operated by an English-speaking lead guide and will be joined along the way by a local trip leader, an assistant guide and a team of porters. Your trip leader will be in charge of your trip. We think our guides are amazing and we hope you do too, although they’re not very good mind readers, so if something’s up, please let them know!
Rooming & bathrooms
Our trip fares are based on a twin-share rate (two people per room), so we’ll team you up with someone of the same gender to share with if you’re on your own, or of course you can share with your travel partner. For the ‘Kibo’ trek the lodge on the first and last nights will provide private twin-share rooms with ensuites and every other night you’ll be in a twin-share tent with a mattress (3 inch foam), sleeping bag & pillow provided. Each campsite will have a mess tent and toilet tent as well.
Single room option
If you’d prefer not to share a room, we have a single supplement option for an additional fare. If you purchase a single supplement, we’ll arrange for you to have your own room throughout the trip. In certain places, single rooms aren’t available and the price of the single supplement takes this into account. Please note this is not available on the Kilimanjaro ‘Kibo’ trek.
Food
The Tanzanian cuisine is delicious, nutritious and quite filling! The reason for this is the usage of starches such as millet, beans, cornmeal, sorghum, and pilaf within almost every dish!
You’ll enjoy some typical mainland Tanzanian foods including wali (rice), ugali (maize porridge), nyama choma (grilled meat), mshikaki (marinated beef), samaki (fish), pilau (rice mixed with a variety of spices), biriyani, and ndizi-nyama (plantains with meat).
Time in New Zealand
Dietary requirements
If you have any particular dietary requirements, please let us know. We’re accustomed to working with the following diets and if you have any other dietary needs or allergies, let us know so we can plan in advance:
• omnivore (I eat red and white meat, pork, chicken, fish, dairy, fruit and vegetables)
• no red meat (I eat chicken, fish, dairy, fruit and vegetables)
• no pork (I eat beef, lamb, chicken and fish)
• fishatarian (I eat fish, dairy, fruit and vegetables)
• vegetarian (I eat dairy, fruit and vegetables)
• vegan (I eat fruit and vegetables, no dairy or animal products)
• gluten intolerant (I can’t eat wheat, rye, barley or oats)
• lactose intolerant (I can’t eat dairy products) Water
Being in a tropical environment and not treated by the government, the water in Tanzania contains different bacteria to what we are used to at home. So we ask you not to drink it or use it for brushing teeth, even in Arusha. and use treated water at all times.
At the start of the ‘Kibo’ trek you’ll be provided with 3 litres of bottled water, after that the water will be gathered from the streams , boiled and filtered with iodine tablets added to make the water entirely safe to drink. Guides will carry extra water incase it’s needed. You’ll be provided with 3 litres of water each morning and 3 litres again at lunch time - it’s important to keep hydrated on the trail!
While on the ‘Nyumbu’ safari, bottled water is
recommended and this will be provided throughout the tour.
Medical issues, allergies and other information
If you have a medical issue, allergy or recent injury, please let us know – we’ll be sure this information gets passed on to your guide discreetly. If you have an allergy, please also let us know whether your allergy is mild or severe (severe being an anaphylactic reaction) so we can be prepared. We love knowing about anniversaries, honeymoons and birthdays too!
Transport
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Money
Tanzania’s currency is the Tanzanian shilling. For an up-to-date currency conversion please see: www.xe.com/uc
Forms of payment
We recommend you bring a variety of payment options with you – local currency, an ATM card, and a credit card or two.
Cash: It’s recommended to bring some US$ cash with you to exchange into Tanzanian Shilling and it can be exchanged at Kilimanjaro airport. You can then withdraw money in Arusha from ATM’s.
ATM/Debit cards: There are many ATM and banks in Tanzania, even in small rural towns, there are a few at both terminal’s at Dar Es Salaam Airport. ATM’s are accessible 24 hours a day and banks operate within normal business hours. You’ll be able to get cash advances on both Visa and MasterCard.
Credit cards: Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted at hotels, in some other shops and restaurants.
You should notify your bank you’ll be using your cards in Tanzania before leaving home and be aware your bank may charge a fee for each foreign ATM transaction. Spending money
Your trip fare includes all transportation, guiding, meals and activities (except any optional activities). We recommend bringing around US$300 with you, with the option to withdraw more if required. A meal on your day off may cost US$5-10 per main course with a drink costing between US$2-4 per juice/beer/wine.
Tipping
Tips for your guides, porters and climbing team are included in the trip price though if you head out for a meal that’s not included in the tour, 10% is the going rate.
About South Africa
Altitude
Altitude illness is something we all have to be aware of on our trip to Tanzania. Unless you have travelled to and slept around this altitude in the past there is no reliable way to predict how well you are going to cope. While most people experience some mild symptoms, these are usually limited to a few days while your body adjusts and acclimatises. There are some things you can do when you arrive like avoiding dehydration, eating light meals, get plenty of rest and don’t over exert yourself -all these things might assist with your acclimatisation. There is also a medication, acetazolamide (Diamox®) which you can take to help speed up acclimatisation, we strongly recommend you discuss this with your travel doctor.
If you’d like to read more about travel at altitude you can check out this great guide, written by experts Travel at High Altitude.
Flexibility
When it comes to adventure travel, it’s always worth expecting the unexpected! Occasionally we have to deal with things like the weather or the environment throwing something in the path of our best laid plans. Our priority is always to run a safe and enjoyable trip, and we always have a plan B in mind. All we ask is you be open to things changing and know our top priority is your safety, best interests and enjoyment!
Personal Safety
Safari Safety
From a wildlife persepctive, it’s important to follow the below guidelines as you’re likely to encounter animals on foot or in water:
• On all game activities (game drives, mokoro, boating and on foot) follow the instructions of the guides at all times.
• Being quiet is not only important from a safety point of view, but also to have the best possible experience for all guests.
• The camps are unfenced meaning that animals might walk through at any time (especially at night) so guests to be aware and take caution.
• In the camps the guides will always accompany guests to their tents/rooms after dark.
• Never approach any animal and should you encounter one, stand your ground and never run
Drones
Very occassionally we get requests to bring drone’s along on our trips though as they’re aerial machines. It’s fine to fly them around your own property or in places like at the beach, though they’re not permitted in public places such as conservation land, or over other people’s property without their express permission. All of our hiking activities are on conservation land so this means you wouldn’t be able to use it on any activity during your trip. It’s perfectly OK to use hand-held cameras and video equipment at any time throughout your travels, so we suggest bringing a good camera along and leaving your drone at home.
Time in Tanzania
Eastern Africa Time (EAT) is the time zone for Tanzania and it’s 3 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
WiFi
WiFi will be only available while staying in Arusha on your trip, though it may be sporatic and unreliable. If you have WiFi, then you’ll be able to use your cell phone about 60% of the time during your trip, and 3G/4G is available too for accessing the internet from a smartphone or tablet.
Electricity
Tanzania operates on a 230 volts, 50Hz and the 3-pin (Type M) is the most common shown here, though nothing is guaranteed, a plug type can be different, even in the same rooms! If you have issues once you arrive you can easily purchase a new plug there. If your country doesn’t use a 230V AC system (e.g. USA = 110V AC), you may need some kind of converter, though many appliances have inbuilt ones these days (e.g. iPods, camera chargers). If in doubt, ask at your nearest camera or electrical store before you leave home. There will only be electricity whilst staying in Arusha.
Weather
Due to Tanzania’s proximity to the equator, this region does not experience the extremes of winter and summer weather, but rather dry and wet seasons. The weather conditions on Kilimanjaro can be somewhat unpredictable to say the very least. Rainfall varies from 2100 mm per year in the rainforest belt to less than 120 mm per year in the summit zone. Similarly, daily temperature changes are unexpected when compared to normal weather cycles, and are largely dependent on altitude.
Mount Kilimanjaro has five major ecological zones, each approximately 3,280 feet (1,000 m) in altitude. Each zone is subject to a corresponding decrease in rainfall, temperature and life as the altitude increases. At the beginning of the climb, at the base of the mountain, the average temperature is around (27-32°C (70- 80°F). From there, the temperatures will decrease as you move through Mount Kilimanjaro’s ecological zones. At the summit, Uruhu Peak, the night time temperatures can range between (-18 to -26°C (0 to -15F). This makes Kilimanjaro weather very dynamic and you should always be prepared for wet days and cold nights
Serengeti Safari Weather
You will spend all of your time in the Northern Serengeti where the winter (June/July/August) mornings can be very cold however they warm up to nice sunny winter mornings from mid morning onwards.
In spring (Sep/Oct), it’s very dry therefore the day
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Starting and ending your trip
Trip start details
Your ‘Kibo’ trek starts in Arusha and we’ll meet you at the: Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge, hotel foyer, in the evening Please meet us in the foyer of the Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge in the evening for a pre-trip briefing and our first dinner together! If you’re already in central Arusha, please make your own way to our joining hotel. You can check in any time after 10am - just let reception know that you’re part of the Active Adventures Africa group.
Flight arrival details
If you’re flying into Arusha Airport on the first morning, please make sure your flight arrives by 5pm. For more information on booking flights, please refer above on Page 2.
Kilimanjaro Airport pick-ups
If you’re flying in on Day 1, we can organise an Airport pick-up, simply let us know in your Travel details your flight details atleast 30 day in advance and we’ll let you know your pick-up time. The Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge is a 50-minute drive from the Kilimanjaro Airport therefore we‘ll be liasing with other guests arriving on Day 1.
Trip briefing, in the evening, Day One
The lead guides from the climb crew will meet you at the lodge for a briefing and sorting out all of the equipment to ensure everybody is ready to start the climb the next day. Please have all your gear ready for your guides to check over.
Trip end details
Your ‘Kibo’ trek ends in Arusha and we’ve two drop off locations for you to choose from:
• Kilimanjaro Airport - in time for your flights, departing any time on Day 10
• Central Arusha - anywhere in the downtown area, after breakfast
Flight departure details
If you’re flying out of Arusha airport on the last day, we’ll provide transport to meet your departing flight.
Extra time in Arusha
If you have some spare time before your ‘Kibo’ trek - there is plenty to see and do in Arusha. You could take a taxi or “dala dala” and head to the open air market ‘Kilombrero’ - wandering through with the smell of sweet pineapples, roasted corn and sweet potatoes. The clock tower is where you will find Tanzanite Experience who offer a free museum tour and shopping experience catered around the unique story of the Tanzanite gem! If you’re after a souvenir or two to take home then don’t miss the Masai Market or the Cultural Heritage Centre is the place to see Tanzanian culture through art and artifacts.
General Information
Fitness
As an Activity Level 5 trip, you’ll need a solid level of fitness for the ‘Kibo’ trek. Hiking at altitude is hard work and so the more preparation you do the better – but not to the point of over exerting yourself or stressing your body especially a few days before the climb. Therefore, the best bet is to work exercise into your daily routine and where possible try to have extended walks where you can wear in your boots, carry your rucksack and get used to some light weight on your shoulders and increase your aerobic ability. Advance preparation means you’ll enjoy the active and outdoor nature of your trip all the more. Please head to our
Fitness Guide for great tips on how to prepare along with a workout plan!
Your group and crew
While in Tanzania you’ll be accompanied by your experienced trekking trip leader, who’s there to keep you informed about Tanzania and make sure that everything runs smoothly; a qualified trekking guide, who’ll provide additional local knowledge of the flora and fauna and a team of walking guides and porters! Each Camp you stay at will also have a team of people ensuring you are well fed and catered too.
Kilimanjaro Porter’s Assistance Project
Established in 2003, the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP) is a legally registered Tanzanian not-for-profit organization. Their mission is to improve the working conditions of the porters on Kilimanjaro. Active Adventures fully supports this project and adhere to their guidelines and values.
Higher altitudes
Your ‘Kibo’ trek begins at an altitude of 1,400 metres (4,600 feet) at Arusha, and will take you up to 5,895 metres (19,340 feet) at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Unless you’ve travelled to and slept around this altitude in the past there’s no reliable way to predict how well you’re going to cope. While most people experience some mild symptoms, these are usually limited to a few days while your body adjusts and acclimatises.
Generally, very few people on our trips are badly affected by altitude, as we make sure everyone takes it easy in the beginning and gets into the swing of things slowly. There are some things you can do when you arrive like avoiding dehydration, eating light meals, get plenty of rest and don’t over exert yourself -all these things might assist with your acclimatisation. There’s also a medication, acetazolamide (Diamox®) which you can take to help speed up acclimatisation, we strongly recommend that you discuss this with your doctor (see “Suggested Contents of Medical Kit” on page 2).
While on the trek, if you do feel any adverse effects (headache, nausea or loss of appetite, dizziness/light headedness), please be sure to let your guide know so they can help take care of you. Often - paracetamol (acetaminophen), having something to eat and drink and resting up is all you need to do to alleviate the symptoms. along with drinking water and taking it easy.
Accommodation
The ‘Kibo’ trek is an active, adventure-oriented trip that takes you up the tallest mountain in Africa! The lodge on the first night will provide private twin-share rooms with ensuites and every other night you will be in a Twin-share tent with a mattress (3 inch foam) & pillow provided. Each campsite will have a mess tent and toilet tent as well. Laundry
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General Equipment & Gear
Trip luggage & daypack
You’ll need one piece of luggage on your ‘Kibo’ trek, plus a sturdy daypack for carrying items you’ll need throughout the days out walking. Your main piece of luggage can be anything from a backpack, to a sports bag with wheels or a suitcase.
You’ll also need a good quality daypack 25-30 litres (2000 cubic inches) to use for carrying items you’ll need throughout the day on the trail. It must be well fitting with supportive shoulder straps, a rain cover and a waist-strap. Look for a daypack with wide straps too, as these are generally the most comfortable. It should be large enough for your water bottle, raincoat, fleece, camera and personal items.
Sleeping bag
You’ll need a warm, down sleeping bag for chilly nights in the tents. Alternatively you can hire one from us, with an inner sheet included, ours are rated to -20°C (-4°F). Please check the tick-box in your Travel details Step 4 page if you’d like us to bring one along for you!
Group porters
Included in your trip fare are the services of our group porters who carry your overnight gear, including your sleeping bag, leaving you to walk at your own pace with your day gear in your daypack. Porters will carry a maximum of 20 kilograms (44 pounds) per person, equivalent to around 50 litres of space - this does not include your sleeping bag. We’ll give you an Active Africa porter bag to put your gear into to give to your porter (in Arusha).
Hiking boots
You’ll need a good, comfortable, well worn-in pair of hiking boots for your ‘Kibo’ trek as you’ll use them most days. We recommend boots with good ankle support and a solid tread/sole. We’ll be hiking over rocky and uneven terrain so we want you to be prepared with suitable equipment. Here’s a wee youtube video we’ve put together on what boots you’ll need to bring along.
Down jacket
It’s essential you have a good quality down jackets for this trek, as it can get very cold on the trail, especially as you trek further into the mountains. A good quality, custom made, 4 seasons ‘super-down’ jacket, with 800 loft/fill is suitable for conditions on the trail, it will need to be of mountaineering standard. We also recommend bringing along a lighter down jacket for use in the tents at nights. Rain jacket and pants
You’ll require a waterproof, windproof and breathable rain jacket and rain pants for your ‘Kibo’ trek. A jacket that’s not too light (it won’t keep you dry and you’ll get cold), not too heavy (or you’ll get too hot while hiking) and with a decent hood. If you don’t already own a waterproof jacket, we recommend chatting to your local outdoor retailer and adding one to your kit.
Hiking poles
Essential Clothing
Waterproof rain jacket: a breathable, rainproof and windproof unpadded shell jacket with a hood. Ponchos are not ideal.
Waterproof/windproof rain pants: for keeping dry and warm while trekking. Wearing thermal underwear underneath these is best.
Insulated Down jacket
2 Fleece/Wool sweaters: one medium-weight to wear during the day, and a light one for the evenings.
1 pair fleece pants: for evening wear in the tents. 2 long-sleeve shirts: quick-dry.
2 pairs hiking trousers: lightweight. 1 pair shorts: quick-dry.
2 T-shirts: quick-dry merino wool style. Cotton t-shirts are not suitable. Thermal underwear: two sets of thermal/polypropylene underwear - long
sleeved top and bottom.
Hiking socks: must be good quality - one for each day trekking. At least two of these pairs must be warm so they wick moisture away from the foot and minimise blisters.
Thermal Gloves: that can fit inside outer glover. Waterproof/ Outer Gloves: ski gloves or similar.
Essential Sleep Gear
Gear List - Kibo
Fabric Note
We recommend quick-drying, wicking fabrics such as Patagonia capilene, Icebreaker merino, or other specially designed fabrics for this trip. If you’re not sure what a quick-dry fabric is, ask at your nearest outdoor store. While you can bring some cotton, denim and other non-wicking fabrics on this trip, be aware that they won’t be easy to wash or dry.
Gear Note
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Essential Luggage
Main piece of luggage
Day pack (plus a rain cover for your day-pack in case it’s wet).
Rain cover: for your day-pack in case it’s wet! NOTE: if you have extra luggage, you can store this in Arusha (at your hotel) to be picked up at the end of your trek.
Essential Footwear
Hiking boots
Trail runners/light sandals: for casual wear, and in the evening around camp.
Essential Accessories
Hiking poles
Warm hat: wool/fleece ski hat or similar.
Sun hat: wide brimmed to protect you from the sun. Sunglasses: with polarizing lenses to prevent glare. Water/Hydration bladder: One 3 litre bottle (nalgene
preferred - can double as a hot water bottle!). Head torch: with extra batteries as the cold can
decrease the life of batteries.
Additional dry bags: to keep your clothing and items separated within the supplied porter bag.
Sun-block and lip balm: maximum SPF UVA/UVB broad spectrum.
Face buff / bandanas: one fleece to protect your face and airways in the cold air at altitude.
Personal Items
Toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, tooth brush & paste, soap, facecloth, prescription medications, glasses/ lenses, shaving gear, feminine hygiene products, wet wipes, hand sanitiser (some is provided), ziplock bags. Personal medical aid kit: for any essential items you
know you’ll need e.g. blister treatment. Camera: memory cards and batteries/charger.
Essential documents and items
Passport: in a waterproof bag.
Money: Approx. US$300 cash, credit/debit cards with pin number for cash withdrawals .
Insurance details: print out your policy and bring along. Proof of Vaccinations
Trip Summary Step 6 page: print this out and bring it with you. It includes where to meet your group, any extra hotel information and emergency numbers.
Recommended Items
Hiking gaiters: not essential, though great for this trip to keep the tops of your boots and socks dry and they add extra warmth.
Solar charger/Powerbank: to charge your phone or camera whilst in the camps.
Water Filter
Ear plugs: recommended for light sleepers, and for use in the tents.
Energy snacks and drinks: while snacks will be provided,you may like to bring some along too if you have special dietary needs.
Adapter plug: depending on your home country.
Binoculars: the mountains will be close on this hike, and it’ll be even closer with binoculars.
Travel Towel Reading material
Pencil & Paper: for the trip log. Sanitary Wipes: handy to bring along.