Karibu Adventure Gear Rentals
For climbers who prefer to travel lighter or don’t own specialized high-altitude gear, Karibu Adventure offers high-quality rental equipment. All gear is professionally cleaned and maintained, ensuring safety, warmth, and comfort on your Kilimanjaro trek.
Clothing Available for Hire
- Base Layers: Moisture-wicking merino wool or polyester blends to keep you dry and warm.
- Mid Layers: Fleece jackets for lightweight insulation during daytime trekking.
- Outer Shell Jackets & Pants: Waterproof and breathable materials such as Gore-Tex or ripstop nylon to protect against rain, wind, and snow.
- Insulated Summit Jackets: Down or synthetic insulation for extreme cold at high altitudes.
- Gloves & Mittens: Fleece or insulated synthetic materials for summit night.
- Hats & Beanies: Fleece or wool for warmth.
- Socks: Merino wool or synthetic blends for comfort, warmth, and moisture control.
Footwear & Accessories for Hire
- Hiking Boots: High-ankle, waterproof leather or synthetic boots for stability and support.
- Gaiters: Nylon or polyester to prevent snow, mud, and debris entering boots.
- Trekking Poles: Aluminum or carbon fiber poles for support and endurance on steep terrain.
- Backpacks / Daypacks: Durable nylon or polyester for carrying essentials on daily hikes.
- Headlamps: Lightweight LED headlamps with extra batteries for summit night or early morning climbs.
Hygiene & Maintenance
At Karibu Adventure, we take the cleanliness and upkeep of our rental gear very seriously. All clothing, footwear, and accessories are:
- Professionally washed in washing machines using high-quality detergent to remove dirt, sweat, and bacteria.
- Disinfected to ensure maximum hygiene and prevent contamination.
- Inspected for wear, damage, and functionality before every rental.
- Treated with protective coatings when necessary, such as waterproof sprays for jackets and boots.
- Carefully stored in clean, dry conditions to maintain durability and performance.
- Medications and first-aid items provided by the company are also regularly checked and replenished for safety during the climb.
This process ensures that every climber receives fresh, safe, and high-performing equipment, giving you peace of mind and comfort throughout your Kilimanjaro adventure.
Why Rent Gear with Karibu Adventure
- Access to high-quality, tested gear designed specifically for Kilimanjaro
- Avoid the hassle of buying new equipment for a single trek
- Reduce your packing weight while still having everything you need
- Peace of mind knowing all equipment is well-maintained, clean, and safe
Karibu Adventure renting gear prices quoted in US Dollars
| The prices quoted in US Dollars | |
| Sleeping bag “4 Season” -4 °C -5 °C -15°C or higher temp | $25 |
| Warm pants (Skiing pants) For evenings & Summit night | $12 |
| Waterproof Pants | $ 10 |
| Waterproof jacket | $ 10 |
| Patagonia | $ 8 |
| Long thermal (top and bottoms) | $ 8 |
| Warm Jacket (Down Jacket) | $ 15 |
| Thick walking Socks(at least 6-8 pairs) | $ 4 |
| Balaclava | $ 4 |
| Headlamp (excl AAA batteries) | $ 10 |
| Sweater/pullover | $ 10 |
| Gaiters(to wear over shoes &keep them dry | $ 8 |
| Water bottles | $ 5 |
| Gloves (thin liner and thick waterproof gloves) per glove | $ 5 |
| Walking poles | $ 10 |
| Day Backpack (approximately 30liters) | $15 |
| Hiking boot(We don’t have many) | $ 30 |
| Water proof cover to go over daypack | $ 5 |
| Poncho | $ 8 |
| Duffle Bag | $ 20 |
| Fleece pants | $ 5 |
| Upper thermal | $ 5 |
| Light Pants(wear over thermal) | $ 5 |
| Camel pack | $ 10 |
| Rucksack or Duffel bag (main bag for porters to carry) | $ 20 |
| Head torch | $ 10 |
| Thick Fleece | $ 7 |
| Sunglasses | Not for hire |