Climb Kilimanjaro for Free

CLIMBING KILIMANJARO FOR FREE

Yes you can climb Kilimanjaro for free with us! Sounds like an amazing deal right? If your group of friends want to Climb Kilimanjaro then you get to go for free! This is how it works. Get out there and find 12 people to join you Mount Kilimanjaro Climb. You get your space for FREE or share the saving with your group of friends. 
 

Climb Mountain Kilimanjaro for FREE and Choose your own route

We can help you decide on the route or you can pick and choose which route you and your group would want to use. The 12 people would pay for their Kilimanjaro climb and we will give you the full Kilimanjaro service for free.

You can choose example the Machame route 7 days  climb or Lemosho route 7 days  or Lemosho route 8 days climb or the Marangu route 6 days climb where you get to sleep in mountain huts.

Climb Mountain Kilimanjaro for free with the Best guides and crew

Come and meet the Best guides and crew on Mount Kilimanjaro! Our team will always go the extra mile to make your journey  enjoyable and unforgettable. From the first moment you contact us, until it’s time to say goodbye to your team, you will have exceptional customer care, high-end mountain equipment, top of the line vehicles and unique surprises like our signature hot lunches in the wild (instead of lunch boxes).

At Kim.tours, we believe that the mountain guides and crew makes the climb an unforgettable experience. We have dedicated all of our efforts into building a team that we can proudly say are the best.

Contact Kim.tours any time any day – we work with clients from all over the world. We are the World’s leading Kilimanjaro Specialists.

As a Kim.tours Company, our in-depth knowledge of Mount Kilimanjaro will help you achieve your goal of summiting the highest peak in Africa!

We take our job very seriously – this means we cannot wait to get back to you with initial quotes, information and costs – our lightning quick service and unrivaled knowledge of Mount Kilimanjaro is all yours. If there is something you don’t understand in the form below leave it blank.

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CONTACT US  now and climb Kilimanjaro for free!!
 

THE COMPLETE KILIMANJARO PACKING LIST

In order to be safe and comfortable throughout your Mount Kilimanjaro climb, you’ll need to bring important gear and supplies with you. We have put together a comprehensive Kilimanjaro Packing list to help you prepare for your climb.

Trekking Kilimanjaro involves five main climate zones, from the warm, humid forest and lower slopes, to the bitterly cold summit zone, with glaciers, ice, and snow. You need to be prepared for all Kilimanjaro weather conditions: sunny, windy, and rainy. We provide tents, the camp equipment, food, cooking facilities, and other shared items. You’ll have a duffel bag with all your kit, carried by the porters; and carry your own daypack during the trekking day. Download the printable Kilimanjaro Packing Checklist  here. You  can also follow this link to see Kilimanjaro Rental Gear  available and the prices.

Kilimanjaro Gear List

If you are packing for your climb it is important to really plan your clothing appropriately. This is why we recommend that you pack the following:

• Top Base Layer
• Bottom Base Layer
• 4-5 Pairs of Underwear
• 3-4 Short Sleeve
• 1 Insulated Trekking Pants
• 1-2 Long Sleeve Hiking Shirts
• 1-2 Pairs of Hiking Trousers
• 1 Insulated Winter Jacket
• 1 Polartec Fleece Jacket
• 1 Hard Shell Jacket
   

Important Kilimanjaro Packing list Information:

• The porters will carry your main duffel bag. The weight of this pack on Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru is strictly limited to 15 kg (35 pounds). Overweight or extra luggage will require an extra porter
• Wrap clothing in rugged, waterproof stuff sacks.
• In your daypack, take water, sunglasses, camera, binoculars, rain pants and jacket as a minimum. Add any other items you might need during the day because you won’t have access to your main luggage until the end of your trek for the day.
• Bring extra sets of batteries as cold weather shortens their life.
• Carry critical climbing gear on the plane with you (especially your boots) in case baggage is delayed.
• You may want to bring some older items of warm clothing as gifts for your guides and porters.
   

Kilimanjaro Gear List More Information:

Clothing

• You want your inner layer to be breathable and wicking – no cotton. Next layer should be insulating and warm, and the top layer should be waterproof, yet breathable.
• You will need clothes for hiking during the day, resting in the evening, and for sleeping. Layers are key, as temperatures vary dramatically.
• Your clothing should be lightweight, breathable, hand-washable, and quick-drying.
• No cotton! Cotton doesn’t allow moisture to escape and ends up soaked very quickly
• Don’t bring jeans, as they are unsuitable for hiking

If you’re an experienced hiker, you’ll be familiar with how to layer your clothing to stay warm and dry. For beginners, it’s pretty simple, if we focus on some basic principles:

• Never stay in wet clothing, as soon as you get to camp, change into dry clothes
• Your base layer needs to wick sweat away from your body
• Your mid-layer retains your body heat, whilst allowing sweat to evaporate off
• Your outer layers protect you from the wind and rain and add heat in cold conditions

Even in very cold conditions, if you build up a sweat, and your base layer doesn’t wick it away, you’ll end up chilled, or worse, hypothermic.

Weather on the mountain is unpredictable and can change quickly. Even if it’s not raining, low cloud, mist, and fog can make for a damp and chilly hike. The wind chill factor can make a sunny day feel icy cold.

As the trekking is quite strenuous at times, your core temperature will increase, so it’s very important the layers closest to your body are able to wick the moisture away. Sweat cools fast and you don’t want to be clammy and warm whilst on the move, only for it to turn bone-chillingly cold when you stop for a rest. 
 

Tips for choosing your Kilimanjaro clothing:

• Make sure underwear has “flatlock” seams to prevent chafing and is anti-microbial
• Base layers are very important – choose merino wool or a combination of merino/synthetic for the best odor-control and breathability
• Take an extra base layer to use for sleeping
• “Convertible” hiking pants are great for the lower slopes where it’s often warm enough to hike in shorts – try them out at home first to make sure they’re comfortable
• For the colder parts of the climb you’ll need good winter hiking pants – just make sure they’re breathable
• Waterproof pants with full-length zips make getting them on and off quick and easy
• Modern technical fleeces (such as Polartec) make excellent insulation layers
• If you’ve got a favorite hardshell jacket (such as a ski jacket) just make sure it’s big enough to fit over your other layers
• Don’t forget to bring a down jacket. You’ll need this for the summit bid as well as in the evenings at camp when you’re tired, you feel the cold a lot more.
• Get the best lightweight rain gear you can afford
• Your gloves are important: they protect from the sun as well as keep you warm. Make sure your inner glove fits easily inside your thermal gloves/mittens
• Sunglasses are very important, they need to be 100% UV protective, and of the ‘wraparound’ variety. The sun at altitude is intensified and can reflect off ice and snow.
• A lot of heat is lost through your head, so be sure to get a warm thermal hat as well as one that protects your neck from the harsh rays of the sun.
   

Footwear and Trekking Poles

Arguably the most important bit of kit you’ll need is your footwear. Make sure your hiking boots are well worn-in, that they fit properly (including with thick socks) and you are comfortable walking long hours in them. If you don’t have a favorite pair already, take your time choosing – don’t buy them online.

We recommend light- to mid-weight waterproof boots with good ankle support. You don’t need to go full-mountaineering boot, as you won’t be wearing crampons and you don’t need the extra weight. Sneakers or “trainers” are not appropriate, except for wearing around camp.

Your trekking boot needs to have a rugged, semi-rigid sole, and don’t forget to bring a spare pair of laces. Brands such as the Salomon GTX are a good example of a typical Kilimanjaro hiking boot.

Gaiters are a good idea to prevent mud, debris and mountain scree from getting into your boots and causing irritation. They also keep the lower part of your pants clean.

Don’t skimp on your socks. Just as with your clothing layers, the liner sock needs to wick moisture away from your feet, and the outer sock provides cushioning and warmth. Avoid cotton socks.
 

To use trekking poles – or not?

This is a personal preference, but we recommend using hiking poles to help with your balance and mitigate fatigue. You can rent or buy poles, but you should practice using them at home before you travel.
 

Head torch & Lighting

We recommend a lightweight head torch with a strong beam. You’ll be using this around camp to and from the toilet tent at night, and on summit night. Brands such as Petzl or Black Diamond are good options. It’s very important to bring spare batteries, as the cold drains them quickly.

Some trekkers bring a small flashlight such as a mini-maglite, for lighting their tent after dark.
 

Sleeping

The nights are bitterly cold on Kilimanjaro. As you get higher up, you’ll be tired from the hiking and will feel the cold even more. You can either bring your own sleeping bag or rent one from us. Our rental sleeping bags are professionally cleaned after every climb.

If you decide to bring your own, it needs to be a 4-season rated, 0F (or -15F) sleeping bag. Whether you rent or bring your own, consider bringing a sleeping bag liner, to keep any mountain dust and dirt out of the bag, and add a bit of warmth.

A small inflatable pillow is optional, most hikers bundle up clothes to use as a pillow, but this is a personal choice.
 

Sleeping Gear:

• Sleeping Bag rated 0°F, -15°F
• Sleeping mat: we provide one, but you can bring your own if you prefer
• Sleeping bag liner (for extra warmth or for rented sleeping bag)
• Compression sack for sleeping bag

Down sleeping bags give the best warmth-to-weight ratio, they are easy to compress, and pack down small. They don’t like getting wet, so be sure to bring a waterproof compression sack. Mummy-shaped sleeping bags provide better insulation than the rectangular versions, as they fit closer to your body. A hood is essential to avoid heat loss from your head and neck.

We provide a thin mattress to roll out your sleeping bag on, but if you feel you’d like additional cushioning or have a favorite backpacking pad, then bring this with you.
 

Packs & Bags:

Our porters will carry your main duffel bag during the day, and you’ll only see it once you get to camp. You’ll carry all the bits and bobs you need for the day’s trekking in your daypack.

The North Face Basecamp duffel bag is a great choice, it’s waterproof, rugged, and the 90-liter version will be ample for all your belongings. Although it’s waterproof, we highly recommend that you pack your gear in waterproof stuff sacks or packing cubes, for extra protection.

Your daypack needs to be comfortable, with adjustable shoulder straps, and a hip belt. You’ll be wearing this all day, so make sure you get one that fits well, has space for a hydration bladder and water bottles, and is large enough to fit your rain gear, a couple of layers, and other daily essentials.

Not all daypacks come with a built-in rain cover, be sure to check and purchase one separately.
 

Water and Snacks

• 2-3 liter hydration bladder (Platypus or Camelbak or similar)
• 1-2 One-liter wide-mouth water bottle (Nalgene or similar)
• Electrolyte/Sports drink powdered formula for adding to your water
• Snacks: Energy bars of your preference – plan for 2-4 per day
• Optional: Water purification tablets or filter pen (we provide boiled/filtered water)

Staying hydrated on Kilimanjaro is extremely important. If you get dehydrated, this will affect your ability to acclimatize and put your health at risk. We provide purified water for our climbers and recommend that you use a hydration system so you don’t have to keep stopping to drink from a bottle.

A couple of wide-mouth Nalgene bottles are good for having water on hand in your tent, and for when you’re on rest stops. Wide-mouth bottles work best to prevent water freezing as you get higher up.

Tip: fill your wide-mouth Nalgene bottle with hot water just before you go to bed, secure the lid properly – and use it as a ‘hot water bottle’ through the night. You can then drink the water the next day.

Water can get pretty boring, so it’s a good idea to bring along an electrolyte formula that’s flavored to your liking. Snacks such as energy bars, trail mix, and candy can help give you a quick energy boost while on the trail. Just avoid anything with caffeine in it.
 

Personal Health and Comfort

The following list is a good starting point. You won’t be showering on Kilimanjaro, so anti-bacterial ‘wet wipes’ are a good way of maintaining personal hygiene.

Sunscreen is very important as the sun’s rays are much stronger at altitude.

Bring two rolls of toilet paper, one to keep in your daypack for use on the trail, and one in your duffel for use at camp. Taking the cardboard center out makes it easier to transport.

• Toiletries: toothbrush & toothpaste, hairbrush/comb, foot powder, hand cream, deodorant, soap.
• “Baby-wipes” and anti-bacterial, hand-sanitizer wipes
• Any regular medication you are taking
• Anti-bacterial hand-sanitizer gel such as Purell
• Fingernail brush
• Nail clippers
• Ear plugs
• Sunscreen SPF 40+
• Small microfiber quick-dry towel
• Pee-bottle for night time calls of nature
• Small torch (optional)
• Headtorch
• Pocket knife (Swiss Army Knife or “Leatherman”)
• Spare contact lenses/glasses
• Toilet paper (1-2 rolls. Take out the cardboard center for easier packing)
• Camera/phone/ipod
• Spare batteries
   

Medical Supplies

Our guides carry a comprehensive medical kit, but you’ll need to bring a few things for minor scrapes and blisters. We recommend speaking to your doctor or healthcare professional before you travel if you are in any doubt what to bring.
 

Personal first-aid Kit

• Blister plasters – different shapes and sizes
• Antibiotic cream or ointment
• Band-Aid/Elastoplast for minor cuts and scrapes
• Ibuprofen/Paracetamol – over the counter pain relief
• Skin healing ointment such as Aquaphor
• Immodium for diarrhea
• Anti-nausea medication
• Any prescription medications
• Diamox (if using)
   

Top Tips for Preparing your Kilimanjaro Gear

• Get started ahead of time. Don’t leave it to the last minute. Identify what’s on the list that you don’t already own, and find deals and sales from REI, Amazon, Moosejaw and Backcountry, Steep & Cheapis another good site where you can get last year’s clothing at a good discount
• Practice packing and unpacking your duffel bag and your daypack – knowing where everything goes can be very helpful on those cold mornings when you struggle to get going
• Practice hiking with your boots, poles and your daypack. Experiment with taking your daypack on and off and adjusting it to fit with different clothing layer combinations
• Keep in mind what you will be doing before and after your climb, you’ll be able to leave excess luggage at the hotel while you climb.
• Don’t be too shy to ask us! Get in touch with any questions you have and one of our friendly and experienced team members will be happy to help you. 

Other Bits and Bobs

Don’t forget your travel documents. You’ll need your passport and visa, travel insurance, any vaccinations and your yellow fever certificate (if you are transiting through a yellow fever zone).

Check with your doctor about malaria’s and recommended immunizations.

Note that as of 2019, Tanzania has banned all single-use plastic bags. So don’t bring any Ziploc or other plastic bags of any description.

Questions? Let us know in the comments, send us an email or hit the live chat button, we’re here to help.

KILIMANJARO RENTAL GEAR

Kilimanjaro Rental Gear– International prices

For all of your trips in Tanzania, especially mountain trekking, it is important to be prepared with the proper clothing and equipment. If you do not want to purchase everything at home or happen to forget something, plenty of gear is available for rent once you arrive in Tanzania. Below you will see what is available and the prices, in USD, associated with each item.

Mount Kilimanjaro  gear rental from Tanzania – Prices quoted in US Dollars per trip.

Rental gear sizes available: Small, Medium, Large & X-large.

Rental equipment terms and conditions applicable in Tanzania:

• All equipment rental is subject to demand and the availability of rental equipment or specific sizes cannot be guaranteed. To avoid disappointment it is strongly recommended that all your rental equipment is booked well in advance of your planned trip.
• Payment for gear in cash US $ only – no credit card or travelers check payments.

Important! Please note that NO rental equipment must be washed by the clients under any circumstances.

Download the printable Kilimanjaro Packing Checklist  here. You  can also follow this link to see Kilimanjaro Rental Gear available and the prices.