What You Need to Know: Our Kilimanjaro rental prices are per item for the whole climb: a sleeping bag US$25, a down or synthetic jacket US$20, gaiters US$20, hiking poles US$15, a headlamp US$15 and thick waterproof gloves US$10. A sleeping pad is included. A typical summit-night rental of a sleeping bag, down jacket, poles and gaiters costs US$80. Bring your own broken-in boots if you can.
Kilimanjaro Rental Prices
All prices are per item for the whole climb, whatever the number of days. List what you need when you book and we will have it ready in Moshi for your arrival.
| Item | Price | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeping bag | US$25 | Summit pants | US$15 |
| Sleeping pad | Included | Thermal top | US$10 |
| Duffel bag | US$25 | Thermal bottom | US$10 |
| Day pack | US$20 | Hiking pants | US$10 |
| Hydration bladder | US$10 | Hiking shorts | US$5 |
| Water bottle | US$10 | Hiking shirt | US$10 |
| Hiking boots | US$25 | Socks | US$10 |
| Gaiters | US$20 | Thick waterproof gloves | US$10 |
| Hiking poles | US$15 | Liner gloves | US$10 |
| Headlamp | US$15 | Warm hat | US$10 |
| Sunglasses | US$15 | Warm balaclava | US$10 |
| Down or synthetic jacket | US$20 | Neck warmer | US$10 |
| Fleece jacket | US$15 | Scarf | US$10 |
| Fleece pants | US$15 | Sun hat | US$5 |
| Light rain jacket | US$15 | Altox personal oxygen system | US$300 |
| Light rain pants | US$15 |
Rental is charged separately from the climb and confirmed in your quotation.
Which Kilimanjaro Gear Is Worth Renting?
The warm, bulky items people rarely own for a warm-climate holiday: a sleeping bag, an insulated jacket, gaiters and trekking poles. They are expensive to buy, heavy to fly with and needed for only a few nights.
| Rental set | Items | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Summit-night essentials | Sleeping bag, down jacket, poles, gaiters | US$80 |
| Add warm extras | Thick gloves, warm hat, summit pants | + US$35 |
| Rain gear | Light rain jacket and rain pants | US$30 |
| Carrying | Duffel bag and day pack | US$45 |
What to Bring from Home for Kilimanjaro, and What to Skip
Bring your own broken-in hiking boots, socks, base layers and personal items. New or unfamiliar boots are the most common cause of blisters on the mountain; we have boots to rent for US$25, but your own broken-in pair is always better. Base layers and socks are personal items that are better bought than rented.
- Broken-in hiking boots
- Hiking and thermal socks
- Base layers
- Headlamp, sunglasses and personal medication if you have them
The full list is in our Kilimanjaro packing list.
Personal oxygen
An Altox personal oxygen system can be rented for US$300 for the climb. It is optional: every one of our climbs already carries emergency oxygen, a pulse oximeter, a first-aid kit and a stretcher for the group. Some climbers choose personal oxygen for extra reassurance on summit night; ask us if you are considering it.
How Gear Rental Works in Moshi
List the items you need when you book, with your clothing and shoe sizes. We have them ready for your arrival in Moshi, so you can try everything on the day before the climb and swap anything that doesn't fit. Rental is paid with the balance on arrival, and you return the gear at the end of the climb.
If you arrive late at night, we check the gear with you the next morning before the drive to the gate. If you are unsure what you need, send us a list of what you own and we will suggest what to rent; most climbers need only the warm items for the upper mountain.
- Tell us your list and sizes when you book
- Check and try the gear on arrival in Moshi
- Swap anything that doesn't fit before the climb
- Return it at the end of the climb
What you don't need to rent
Tents, sleeping mats, a mess tent with table and chairs, a private toilet tent, all meals, water and the safety kit are included in every climb, so there is nothing camp-related to rent. On the Marangu Route you sleep in huts with mattresses.
How to Check Your Rental Gear Before the Climb
- Try everything on the day before the climb
- Check zips on the sleeping bag and jacket
- Make sure poles lock firmly
- Test the headlamp, and bring spare batteries
Common Questions About Renting Kilimanjaro Gear
Can I rent boots in Moshi?
Yes, for US$25, but we recommend bringing your own broken-in boots, because unfamiliar boots often cause blisters.
Is rental gear included in the climb price?
No. Rental is charged separately and confirmed in your quotation.
What sleeping bag do I need?
One rated for well below freezing, about 14 °F (−10 °C), because the high camps are very cold at night. Ours rent for US$25.
How much does it cost to rent all the gear for Kilimanjaro?
Most climbers rent a few items, about US$80 for a sleeping bag, down jacket, poles and gaiters. A full set of clothing and equipment would cost more; tell us what you have and we will suggest what to rent.
Is the price per day?
No. Each price covers the whole climb, however many days it is.
Should I bring a sleeping bag liner?
Yes, if you rent a sleeping bag: a liner adds warmth and keeps the bag cleaner.
Can I rent gear on arrival?
Yes, but booking ahead makes sure your sizes are available.
Do you rent hiking boots?
Yes, for US$25 per climb, but broken-in boots of your own are more comfortable.
The Bottom Line
Rent the warm, bulky items and bring your own boots and base layers. For most climbers that means about US$80 of rental for summit-night comfort, ready to try on when you arrive in Moshi.
Send us your dates, the number of climbers and your hotel level through the form, on WhatsApp +255 678 992 599 or by email to jaynevytours@gmail.com, and our sales team in Moshi will reply with a written quotation.