Packing for Mount Kenya is about layers. You will hike in t-shirt weather at midday and face -10°C on summit night. Here is exactly what to bring for a 4–5 day trek to Point Lenana.
Clothing (layering system)
- 1 base layer top and bottom (merino or synthetic)
- 1 mid-weight fleece
- 1 insulated jacket (down or synthetic)
- 1 hard-shell waterproof jacket
- 1 waterproof over-trouser
- 2 trekking t-shirts
- 1 trekking trousers
- 1 warm hat and 1 sun hat
- 1 pair gloves (warm) and 1 pair liner gloves
- 3–4 pairs trekking socks (merino)
Footwear
- Broken-in waterproof hiking boots (B1/B2 rated)
- Camp shoes (trainers or sandals)
Gear
- 35–45 litre daypack
- Headtorch with spare batteries (essential for summit night)
- 2–3 litre water bladder or bottles
- Sunglasses (UV, category 3)
- Trekking poles (one or two)
- Sleeping bag rated to -10°C (we provide mats)
Personal
- Sunscreen SPF 50+ and lip balm
- Basic first-aid: blister plasters, painkillers, rehydration salts
- Toiletries, towel, wet wipes
- Headache tablets (ibuprofen)
What we provide
Tents, sleeping mats, mess gear, all food and cooking, and bottled drinking water on the mountain. You can rent a sleeping bag, jacket and boots from us — just ask when booking.
Download and go
Print this list and tick it off the week before. If you are unsure about anything, [WhatsApp us](https://wa.me/254792667796) — we would rather you ask than freeze on summit night.
