Frequent Asked Question (FQA's)

While in Arusha /Moshi you will stay in a locally run lodge in an effort to support the local economy. All rooms are clean and comfortable. The lodge has , Wi-Fi, restaurant, bar perfect for relaxing after the trek. While on the trek you will be sleeping in two person tents, but also you can request your own single tent accordingly.

Food plays a huge part in the success of our expeditions/trip. A cook accompanies all expeditions/trip to prepare nutritious, tasty food. All fresh produce is washed using clean water and all perishable items are kept cool. We provide balanced meals which keep participants energized throughout the expedition/trip. We like to cook local seasonal dishes but we also cook western dishes.

As Kei Tours & Safaris Ltd will try our best to cater for those with dietary restriction. If you have a dietary restriction, please state this on your email or medical declaration form which you will complete prior to your expedition. We will organize for you to have a suitable meal on your trek.

• Walking boots. If you are buying new boots for this trip please ensure they are well broken in before departure. Few things will make you more miserable during the trek than blisters.
• Runners or sandals (to wear in transit & around camp).
• Mid-weight hiking socks x3. At least three pairs, some people choose to bring a pairs of socks for each day of trekking.
• Lightweight liner socks (for summit night).
• Underwear, we recommend you bring enough so you are comfortable at all times. Synthetic rather than cotton underwear is advisable.
• Short x1 (knee length or below).
• Lightweight trouser x1.
• Synthetic /wool/ silk long johns(for night time use and summit night).
• Waterproof trousers (N.B make sure the trousers have zips to the knee at least).
• Long sleeve base layer x2(silk, wool, or synthetic).
• Short sleeve base layer x2(silk, wool, or synthetic).
• Mid-weight fleece x2.
• A down jacket. It must be heavy weigh with a hood (at least 600 grams in weight).
• Waterproof jacket.
• A fleece hat to wear in the mornings and evenings.
• A balaclava/ a buff.
• Sunglasses(category 3)
• A sun hat with a wide brim to cover the face and neck
• A pair of lightweight wool or synthetic liner gloves.
• A pair of down mitts.
• Walking poles.
• Rucksack: This is a small rucksack (30 to 35 litres) to carry the equipment you will need while trekking such as your camera, spare jacket, water bottle and packed lunch.
• Duffel bag (90 litres) or large rucksack to carry your equipment while trekking. We recommend you use something strong and study as this bag will be carried by the support team.
• Dry bags (if either your day bag or duffel bag don’t have sufficient waterproofing and to separate your equipment in your bags).
• Water bottles( 2 x 1 litres nalgenes) & Water bladder ( 2 litres). You must have the capacity to carry at least three litres of water while walking. *please note that disposable plastic water bottles are illegal on mountain.*
• A warm sleeping bag ( comfort rating of -15c or lower).
• Sun cream at least factor 30.
• SPF lip balm.
• Insect repellent , deet based product are best.
• Hand sanitizer. You need to have enough supplies for the duration of your expedition.
• Toiletries. N.B as little as possible, if you are travelling with friends try to share toiletries*.Wet wipes and a nail are brush very useful.