Preparing for the Kilimanjaro trekking

Getting ready for a climb up one of the world’s tallest mountains is no easy task.  So our staffs have tried to assemble a good guideline to follow for what you should bring on your trip over.  Although these lists are fairly complete; we do realize that each client’s needs will be different.  Please don’t hesitate to ask us questions or send us suggestions for other items to be added to this list.  

Clothing

Equipment

First Aid

Visas

Need a visa?  Here are a couple of sites to get you started.  Please click here for a list of the locations and contact info for the Tanzanian Embassies and consulates abroad.  Please click here for a very detailed description of all the details on how to obtain a visa from the Travel Documents Website.  Finally, if you are landing in Nairobi, you may also need a visa for Kenya.  To see if you do, click here.

Traveling to Tanzania

There are two main ways to get to Arusha. You can fly into Kilimanjaro or into Nairobi and take a 4-5 hour shuttle. The shuttle service is with Riverside Shuttle. It is a very punctual and safe way to travel to Arusha. The roads connecting Arusha and Nairobi are in poor condition but the drivers do a great job of navigating the road and have a great attitude. 

To view the CDC’s recommended vaccination list, please follow this link…Vaccinations

Best Time To Visit

Tanzania can be visited any time of the year but the best time for either a safari or a climb is from January to early April and from July to early November. December through February are the warmest months.  To witness the incredible migration in the Serengeti May to June is the ideal time. 

Toiletries

1. Travel toilet tissue
2. Lotion
3. Toothpaste
4. Toothbrush
5. Baby Wipes
6. Maxi Pads
7. Tampons
8. Toner
9. Cotton Pads
10. Q-Tips
11. Comb
12. Nail Clippers
13. Shampoo
14. Conditioner