Tanzania like any other African tropical countries has normal weather condition. During the day sunlight cover the large area and it gets humid and chill. Provided that is only 3 degrees south of the equator Mount Kilimanjaro towers above the African plains and the weather changes especially at high altitudes where temperatures can drop well below freezing point before the sun has even fully disappeared from the sky.

This being the case parking list for mountain Kilimanjaro and Meru in Tanzania can be a challenging exercise. Provided that most of the equipment’s can be hired in local climbing shops in Tanzania one can check with his/her wardrobe or climbing tool kits if has the full package and we however advisable to purchase one’s own equipment so as to ensure maximum comfort along the journey.

In the first day climbers needs light clothes but indeed, on the summit day many climbers find that wearing every single item of clothing they have is still not sufficient to shield them from the bitter cold and arctic conditions.

Technical Clothing
– 1 – Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
– 1 – Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
– 1 – Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
– 2 – Long Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
– 1 – Short Sleeve Shirt, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
– 1 – Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
– 2 – Hiking Pants (convertible to shorts recommended)
– 1 – Fleece Pants
– 1 – Shorts (optional)
– 1 – Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
– 3 – Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)

Accessories
– 1 – Sunglasses or Goggles
– 1 – Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)
– 1 – Poncho, during rainy season (optional)
– 1 – Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz. recommended)
– 1 – Water Bladder, Camelback type (optional
– 1 – Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
– 1 – Pee Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (highly recommended)
– Stuff Sacks or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate

Other
– Toiletries
– Prescriptions
– Sunscreen
– Lip Balm
– Insect Repellent, containing DEET
– First Aid Kit
– Hand Sanitizer
– Wet Wipes (recommended)
– Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
– Pencil and Notebook, miniature, for trip log (optional)
– Camera, with extra batteries (optional)

Footwear
– 1 – Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
– 1 – Gym Shoes, to wear at camp (optional)
– 3 – Socks, thick, wool or synthetic
– 3 – Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)
– 1 – Gaiters, waterproof (optional)

Equipment
– 1 – Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
– 1 – Sleeping Bag Liner, for added warmth (optional)
– 1 – Sleeping Pad, self-inflating or closed-cell foam (Not for marangu route)
– 1 – Trekking Poles (highly recommended)
– 1 – Head lamp, with extra batteries
– 1 – Duffel bag, for porters to carry your equipment
– 1 – Daypack, for you to carry your personal gear

Paperwork
– Trip Receipt
– Passport
– Immunization Papers
– Insurance Documents

Head wear
– 1 – Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
– 1 – Knit Hat, for warmth
– 1 – Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
– 1 – Bandana (optional)

Hand wear
– 1 – Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
– 1 – Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added warmth (optional)