Gear List

Everything you need for your Tanzania adventure

Packing list

What to bring

Two curated lists — one for the mountain, one for the savanna. Brands we recommend year after year.

Essential Gear

Hiking boots (broken in)
Sleeping bag (-10°C to -15°C rated)
Trekking poles
Headlamp with extra batteries
Water bottles (2-3 liters capacity)
Daypack (25-35L)

Clothing

Thermal base layers (top & bottom)
Insulating mid-layers (fleece/down)
Waterproof jacket & pants
Warm hat & gloves
Sun hat & sunglasses
Trekking pants & shorts
Warm socks (wool/synthetic)

Optional

Camera with extra batteries
Portable charger/solar charger
Trekking gaiters
Buff/neck gaiter
Hand/foot warmers
Book/entertainment
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