Kilimanjaro Packing List--Just For Women
Compiled by women who climbed Kilimanjaro and wished they had brought some of these things!
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Clothing
5 pairs of underwear 1 cold weather parka with hood (for summit night) – Gore Tex is best 2 pairs of hiking pants (at least one pair that zips off to shorts) 1 long-sleeved shirt (dri-fit) 2 short-sleeved shirts (dri-fit) 1 lightweight fleece pullover or jacket 1 waterproof jacket (shell) and waterproof pants 4 pairs of wool socks (we love Smartwool) 1 buff 1 pair of light gloves (use most mornings) 1 pair waterproof, extreme cold weather gloves (for summit night) 2 base layers (shirts and pants -- for sleeping and summit night) 2 sports bras 1 sun hat/baseball cap 1 wool beanie Sunglasses (wraparound provide best protection) Slip-on shoes with decent grip (To wear around camp and the hotel before/after trek) Hiking boots (broken in) Gear Daypack (36 L is adequate) designed for Camelbak bladder; use it to carry everything you need each day (your camera, water, rain gear, sunscreen, snacks, etc.) Daypack rain cover (optional) Duffel bag (100 L capacity will hold all personal items plus sleeping bag) Stuff sacks/packing cubes for keeping clothing organized 2 water bottles (Nalgene) Camelbak bladder (2-3 liters) Sleeping bag (0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit) Trekking poles (you can rent these) Gaiters (optional. You can rent these) Headlamp (bring an extra just in case) Medications (see your physician prior to travelling) Diamox (prevents altitude sickness) Anti-diarrheal (Just in case) Ibuprofen and/or Tylenol (bring a lot to treat altitude headache) Anti-nausea medication (optional) Malaria pills (optional) Motion sickness medicine for drive to/from Kilimanjaro (extremely bumpy and dusty ride) Antacid (TUMS) |
Toiletries
Personal hygiene items Pantiliners (fewer underwear changes this way) Roll of toilet paper Face tissues Unscented, biodegradable wet wipes Anti-bacterial hand sanitizer Solid deodorant (do not forget this! Tanzanian deodorant does not work like ours. Trust me on this one) Sunscreen and lip balm (with high SPF for summit descent) -- a necessity because your nose and lips will get badly burned otherwise Face lotion Baby powder to feel clean and smell better Hair brush Extra hair ties Large and small bandages and moleskin (For blisters, cuts, scrapes) Antibiotic ointment Contact lens solution/case Pee funnel (SheWee or Go Girl)—this is a lifesaver! Also bring a bottle to pee in at night Disposable wash cloths Small, quick-drying hand towel (for washing your face) Shatterproof mirror Clothespins or carabiner clips for hanging wet clothing Technology Camera iPod Charger for iPod/camera/phone – solar or battery pack Lots of batteries! Other Passport and one photocopy for emergency Copy of immunization record Two locks (one for duffle/one for bag left at hotel) Snacks (granola bars, nuts, gels, power bars, etc…) Hydration tablets for your water (this adds flavor plus electrolytes, if you are feeling depleted) Instant coffee packets (in case you want stronger coffee) Ziplock bags for trash and dirty laundry Bible or book to read Journal Pen (for journaling and to sign the log book at each camp) Hand/feet/body warmers (bring a lot! Keeps water from freezing on summit night too) Ear plugs (camp can be very noisy at night) Deck of playing cards Pictures of your family (to show porters/staff) Duct tape (wrap some around your trekking poles for easy access) 
This is a complete Kilimanjaro packing list specifically written by women who were glad they brought...or wish they had brought these things on their Kilimanjaro Trek!
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