Mt. Kenya Climbing Adventure – 4 Days – Sirimon Inn – Sirimon -Out

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Here is a brief list of things you will need for the trek

Back pack,Day pack, sleeping bags (we have for hire at USD20 per day per person), Inflating pad ,gaiters to keep boots dry and rocks out of boots , A good pair of comfortable walking boots which are reasonably stiff,
Other shoes which have plenty of ankle support. [Sneakers at the campsite],hard shell jacket with hood breathable with front zip ,insulated down jacket with hood medium to heavy weight,synthetic soft shell jacket,synthetic pants if can be removed while wearing shoes the better , hard shell pants-water proof , soft shell pants ,Trekking pants 3 pairs ,warm woolen socks 5 pairs , Liner socks- they caution against blisters ,
A spare set of warm clothes e.g. fleece jackets , Shirts nylon material if available , 2 Water bottles , head lamp with spare batteries , balaclava ,warm wool hat light and should cover ears ,light weight synthetic gloves water proof 2 pairs , Hard shell mitts 1 pair should fit inside gloves ,
Items necessary to protect you from the sun. [Sun glasses] , Hat or cap synthetic dries quickly ,bandana shades your neck ,sun scream 2 tubes SPF 30 or above, not more than 6 months older may loose its SPF rating ,lip screen SPF 30 or above ,hiking poles ,sports drink mix-powdered electrolyte drink mix 1-2 servings per day for number of days in mountain ,water purification tablets,Hot water bottle , trash bags , trail snacks with carbohydrates for energy especially the summit, toiletry bag for keeping-wet wipes, tooth brush, hand sanitary ,personal first aid kit with small bandages, pain killers ,head lamp

Kindly note that we always   organize a meeting at least 2   weeks   before  the  climb   so the guide can brief you on whats expected of you as   well  as   advise  you  on  dos   and   donts  .