Mount Kenya Kit List

Mount Kenya Kit List

The basic idea of your kit is to keep you warm, dry, protected and comfortable from the sun and rain. The main principles are:-

CAMPING EQUIPMENT

Sleeping Bag: one rated to between -10o and 0o centigrade should be fine. Bag should be a snug fit since if it is too large there will be more cool air for the body to warm.

CLOTHING

* Hiking Boots: it is vital to have a comfortable, waterproof pair of  boots. Make sure they have been broken in before you get on the mountain.
* Pair of sports shoes: for wearing around camp
* Gloves

* Balaclava
* Woolen hat
* Sun hat or baseball cap
* Waterproof jacket and trousers
* Windproof jacket
* Fleece
* Lots of t-shirts
* Lots of warm socks
* Warm long trousers
* Shorts
* Jersey
* Thermal underwear

ACCESSORIES

* Head Torch
* Large rucksack: for all the clothes and equipment (for the porter to
carry)
* Small rucksack: for carrying water, snacks, camera, waterproofs on
the day hikes.
* Drinking bottle: a metal thermos is ideal since this can double up
as a hot water bottle at night.
* Sunglasses
* Water Purification Tablets

BAGS
A duffel type bag for general use and leaving gear in Nanyuki, A Rucksack for a porter to carry your kit on the mountain and a small pack for carrying items with you during the day.

GENERAL CLOTHING
Clothing and footwear for travel to Kenya and prior to/after the climb

SHELL
Waterproof layer to keep off wind/rain. An umbrella can be very useful.

INSULATION
Layered system to keep you warm on the mountain- body hands & Head

FEET
Sturdy trekking boots, Flip flops/sandals

SLEEPING
Warm sleeping bag and camping mat to get a good nights sleep

EATING/DRINKING
Water bottles and favourite high-energy snacks

WASHING & MEDICAL
Suncream, anti-malarials and a small 1st aid kit to allow you to wash and maybe stave off a headache or blister (leaders will have a larger group one)