Kili Kit list

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All communal equipment such as tents and cooking gear is provided by the climb teams. All personal equipment is usually provided by the climbers. Please refer to the equipment lists below. Total luggage should be kept to a maximum of 15kg on the mountain. Extra luggage can be safely stored at your hotel. If you need to take more luggage then you must let us know at the time of booking so that we can arrange additional porters.

Item qty notes hire Soft kit bag 1 in which porters will carry your main mountain equipment Small backpack 1 30 to 40 litre : for your own personal gear Rain cover for small backpack 1 optional : can use plastic bags for rain protection Wide brimmed hat 1 for shade against the sun Balaclava or woolly hat 1 for warmth Scarf or bandana 1 Sunglasses or goggles 1 pair against snow-blindness , preferrably with side gusset Poncho 1 optional Hooded waterproof jacket 1 must be very good quality, waterproof & breathable $ 25 Four seasons duvet jacket 1 $ 35 Warm upper body layers 3 to fit over under layers and each other Upper body under layers 3 preferably synthetic for easy drying Sports brassiere 3 not necessary for men Waterproof outer gloves 1 pair must be very good quality, waterproof & breathable Thin undergloves 1 pair Gel-activated hand warmers 2 for summit attempt Waterproof trousers / pants 1 must be very good quality, waterproof & breathable $ 20 Fleece trousers / pants 1 Llightweight trousers / pants 2 must go on top of each other Short trousers / pants 2 Thermal under trousers / pants 2 must go on top of each other Underwear 3 Gaiters 1 pair optional : waterproof & breathable Thick socks 3 pair woollen or synthetic Thin socks 6 pair woollen or synthetic Hiking boots 1 pair must be well-broken-in, leather recommended wear on plane in case of lost luggage Spare laces 1 pair Trainers 1 pair for use around camp Walking poles 1 pair can be purchased at gate $ 10 Sleeping bag 1 must be four seasons : fleece liner optional $ 35 Inflatable sleeping mat 1 repair kit essential Foam sleeping mat : thin 1 can bring two for comfort $ 7 Foam sleeping mat : 75mm / 3" 1 available for hire only : expensive due to porterage $ 25 Water bottles, 1 litre 2 / 3 preferred formats ... 1 metallic SIGG type for double use as hot water 1 bladder Platypus type for drinking whilst walking must have insulated tube against freezing Water purification pump 1 optional Water purification tablets iodine, not chlorine Cordial or water flavouring recommend Redoxon type vitamin C tablets Favourite snacks High-energy bars Head torch 1 as powerful as possible but light weight : mini Petzl okay Spare torch batteries 4 sets allow for lots of reading Spare torch bulb 2 Pocket knife 1 Plastic bags & bin liners for keeping various things dry Pencil & paper for the trip log Camera plus film and batteries check temperature ratings Video camera and batteries check temperature ratings Reading material Games & cards Towel can be the lightweight quick-dry type Toiletries Lip balm Ear plugs Soft toilet paper 2 rolls Wet wipes Spare contact lenses or glasses Paperwork route guide pre-climb briefing insurance documentation with 24hr medical emergency number invoice paperwork from us mountain map : usually available at trailhead