Kilimanjaro climb via the wild Umbwe route, all-inclusive

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.

ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

During your Kilimanjaro climb, all necessary equipment is provided to ensure comfort and convenience:

1. Group bivouac equipment – ​​communal tents and shelters for group activities.
2. Individual camping equipment – ​​mattresses, tents and personal gear as needed.
3. Collective kitchen equipment – ​​stoves, pots, pans and utensils for preparing group meals.
4. Individual kitchen equipment – ​​available if required for personal use

For a comfortable and safe ascent of Kilimanjaro, we recommend bringing the following personal equipment:

1. Plastic bags – to protect your belongings, clothes and electronic devices from moisture.
2. Dirty laundry bag – to separate worn clothes from clean ones.
3. Moist towels – like “Calinettes” for washing when water is cold or limited.
4. Earplugs – always useful for restful sleep in shared tents.
5. Notepad, pen, book and playing cards – for writing or entertainment.
6. Walking poles / trekking poles (optional) – help reduce knee fatigue on descents (up to 30% of your weight + that of the pack) and support the effort on the ascent.
7. Binoculars – for observing wildlife or distant landscapes.
8. Camera – to capture memories of the climb.
9. Headlamp with spare batteries – essential for early morning starts or late walks.
10. Sunscreen, lip balm and sunglasses – to protect yourself from UV rays at high altitude.

For your Kilimanjaro climb, appropriate clothing is essential for comfort, safety, and acclimatization. Recommended items include:

1. Hiking boots – your best companion on the mountain. They need to be sturdy, waterproof, and offer excellent ankle support. Choose non-slip, relatively rigid soles, like Vibram.
2. Lightweight shoes – sneakers or sandals for evenings in town or at camp.
3. Underwear – the first layer of insulation. Technical fibers like Carline or Polartec are lightweight, warm, flexible, comfortable, and quick-drying.
4. Hiking pants – durable, breathable and comfortable for long days on rocky terrain.
5. Thermal layers – insulating underwear for high altitudes.
6. Fleece or insulated jacket – for cold evenings and mornings.
7. Waterproof jacket and trousers – essential against rain and wind.
8. Gloves, hat and buff/scarf – to protect against the cold, wind and sun.
9. Socks – several pairs, preferably technical and warm.