Gear
Anybody planning a trek up Mount Kenya, Kilimanjaro, or any of the major mountains of East Africa, should be prepared for a physically and mentally challenging, as well as exciting, experience. Standout's first priority is your safety. Our guides and porters maintain a close eye on our clients in case anyone develops some of the health problems connected with high altitude climbs and treks. While most of our clients have a trouble-free climb, an awareness of the potential hazards is useful.
∇ Camping Equipment ∇
- Sleeping bag rated between -10º centigrade and 0º centigrade. Bag should be a snug fit since if it is too large there will be more cool air for the body to warm.
- Sleeping pad - preferably insulated.
- Tent
∇ 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
- Waterproof Jacket and Trousers
- Windproof Jacket
- Fleece Outerwear
- 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
∇ Optional Comfort Accessories ∇
- Walking Poles: useful, especially going uphill for those with weak thighs and going downhill for those with weak knees or poor balance
- Wet Wipes: ideal for those who want to stay fresh but are unable to bear dips in freezing water
- Travel pillow
- High Energy Bars or Sweets
- Gaiters to keep mud and stones from getting inside your boots