This is our guide to what you need to pack for Rwenzori Mountains National Park: “What to wear on a Mount Rwenzori trek?” This is the question for every mountaineer would ask and of course we equip you with a kit for climbing. Therefore, the key and most important factor when it comes to ‘what to pack for trekking in Rwenzori Mountains National Park, packing list or what to pack’, less is more. With this, you will not even need an equipment specialist. Below are some of the packing equipment’s to carry while heading to Mount Rwenzori Hike

Shoes.

We suggest conveying two sets of foot wear, including trekking and preparing Shoes. The two sets ought to be mid-weight with great lower leg support.

Gaiters:

All travelers, are not really required, aside from the people who couldn’t want anything more than to keep their trousers clean in wet, sloppy and dusty circumstances

Pair of Socks

Whether you are a first time or experienced mountain dweller, you are expected to come convenient with 3-4 sets of external socks and 2-3 sets of liner socks. We likewise ask you to bring thick warm socks for highest point night

Sun glasses

Shades or sunglasses are an unquestionable necessity when hiking Mount Rwenzori and we suggest those that are a 100 percent UV defensive, and of the sun at higher height is strengthened and can bounce off ice and snow.

A pair of Binoculars

Camera equipment with indicated focal points to suit your degree of skill: No trek to Rwenzori Mountain National Park is finished without a camera to photo those enthralling minutes. In any case, it is suggested you come convenient with an extra more modest camera, if possible, with every one of the necessities like extra batteries and focal points.

Insect repellent

Africa has so many insects that fly around, and Mount Rwenzori isn’t an exception that’s why we require you to pack insect repellents to prevent so many insect bites during the trek.

Hat for sun protection

Heat is highly lost through the head, so it is better you get a warm thermal hat as well as one that protects your neck from the harsh rays of the sun.

Toiletries

You will seldom shower in the Rwenzori Mountains national Park, so anti-bacterial wetwipes are a good way of maintaining personal hygiene. Among other toiletries, come handy with toilet papers, one for your daypack for use along the trail, and the other for use at camp.

Toiletries: Don’t forget to come with toiletries including toothbrush & toothpaste, hairbrush/comb, foot powder, hand cream, deodorant, soap, cream, moisturizers among others.

Sleeping bag

Nights inside the Rwenzori mountains national Park are damn cold, particularly as you get higher. You will constantly feel drained and cold after every day journey, which requires the need of conveying a hiking bed. You can either accompany yours or in any case lease one from the base. The rental camping beds are expertly cleaned after each ascension.

The suggested camping bags should be 0F (or – 15F) hiking bed. Whether you rent or bring your own, think about bringing a camping bed liner, to keep the hiking bed off the mountain residue and soil, and add a touch of warmth.

First hand Kit

A first-hand kit, soap and shampoo and certain daily items won’t be obtainable in certain areas of the Rwenzori Mountains National Park.

Gloves

Your gloves are very important: Gloves help protect your hands from the sun rays as well as keep you warm. Make sure glove comfortably fits We recommend warm gloves for cold nights and summit push. The must be heavyweight, insulated, preferably water-resistant gloves.

Personal First Aid Kit including necessary prescription medicines

Sunscreen & unscented moisturizing lotion

Sunscreen is very important as the sun’s rays are much stronger at altitude.

Face Mask

Use a heat-exchanging face mask for protection against cough and the spread of the current Corona Virus. it may be hard to wear a mask at the beginning, but You’ll get used to it and be protected right from the start.

Crampons

You can either decide to buy yours or rent them. There are however many brands of crampons around. Make your favourite choice, and remember to differentiate between the ice climbing crampons differ from glacier crampons.

Trekking poles

We also recommend using trekking/hiking poles to help you with your balance, although it is optional. The walking poles also help mitigate fatigue. You can either hire or buy your own, but you should practice using them at home before you travel.

Headlamp

Carry a lightweight head torch with a strong light ray so as to help around the camp during the night, to and from the toilet and inside the tent, and on summit night. Also carry spare batteries, as the cold drains them quickly.

Insulated Jacket

Don’t forget to bring a good quality & warm jacket. You’ll need this for summiting as well as during the cold evenings in the camp.

Plug Adapter

Get a plug adapter for charging your devices in the hotels before and after the 7 days trek in the Rwenzori Mountains.

Personal snacks.

You can buy some personal snacks which include Boiled sweets, nuts, energy bars and dried fruit which are a good shout.

Other essential hiking equipments

• Harness
• Small flashlight (torch)
• Travel alarm clock
• Passport,
• visas
• Covid vaccination certificate,
• Airline tickets
• Credit card
• Extra money

We look forward to hearing from you about your trip to hike the Rwenzori mountains