Packing List for Mount Kenya: Are you planning on climbing the highest mountain in Kenya? Well let us look at what you need to pack to fully prepare for this thrilling, scenic and exciting adventure up the 2nd highest mountain on the African continent.
Mt. Kenya has 3 main high peaks which area; Batian peak (5,199m) which is the highest, Nelion (5,188m), the second highest and Lenana (4,985m) the smallest of the 3.
With The different environments and climatic conditions on Mt. Kenya, let us look at a what you need to pack in preparation for climbing / hiking Mt. Kenya.
PACKING LIST FOR MOUNT KENYA
Bags
- A duffle bag for your equipment (15 kgs)
- A day back bag to carry with you everyday
- Dry-bag or rain cover for your bag
Clothing
- Comfortable hiking pants
- Waterproof and windbreaker jackets
- Fleece clothing for evenings on the mountain (jackets, pants)
- Long sleeved shirts
- Underlayer clothing
- Hiking cushioned socks (enough pairs)
- Warm gloves
- Beanies for cold nights
- Comfortable underwear
- Sports bras for women
- All clothing should be breathable, quick drying, sweat wicking, comfortable and lightweight. Carry enough clothing for the number of days you are to spend on the mountain.
- Study and comfortable hiking boots
- Trainers / sandals to wear around the camps
- Wool socks for cold nights
- Gaiters to keep debris out of your boots
- Trekking gear and other essentials
- Hiking poles
- UV Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Flash light and Headlamp
- Water bottles
- Hydration bladder (3 liters)
- Water purification tablets
- Sunscreen
- Personal medications / First aid kit
- Camera and extra batteries
- Power banks
- Personal toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, washcloth)
- Wet wipes
- Quick dry small towel
- Snacks including energy bars
You can pack and unpack your bags as many times as possible before your trip to ensure you packed all that you need and do make sure you try on your clothing and hiking boots / trainers to make sure they are comfortable for you will be spending the whole day in them.
