WALK AS ONEFOR IJM

Dossier · Kit

What to pack.

Items marked Required are non-negotiable for safety.  The day before we start the team will do a kit check, then we'll gather for a final meal together and run our final safety briefing. 

Footwear

Break everything in for at least 200km before arrival. Bring two pairs.

  • Primary trail shoes / lightweight hikersRequired
  • Backup pair (same model, broken in)Required
  • Camp sandals or recovery shoes
  • Merino or synthetic socks × 6 pairsRequired
  • Liner socks × 3 pairs
  • Blister kit: zinc oxide tape, Compeed, alcohol wipesRequired
  • Foofoo bag (waterproof foot bag — used nightly with talcum powder to dry feet)Required
  • Talcum powder (for foofoo bag)Required

Clothing

  • Lightweight long-sleeve sun shirts × 2Required
  • Walking shorts or trousers × 2Required
  • Baggy t-shirt (loose, for airflow)
  • Wide-brim hatRequired
  • Buff or neck gaiter
  • Lightweight insulated jacket (early-morning cold)
  • Waterproof shell jacketRequired
  • Waterproof trousers (optional)
  • Camp clothes (one full change)
  • Sports underwear × 4

Pack & sleep system

You are responsible for your own kit, including shelter.

  • A good rucksack (50–70L)Required
  • Tent (lightweight, 1–2 person)Required
  • Lightweight sleeping bagRequired
  • Sleeping bag linerRequired
  • Inflatable pillow
  • Eye mask + ear plugs

Hydration & nutrition

  • Water bottle / hydration bladder (2L+)Required
  • Backup bottle (1L)Required
  • Electrolyte tabs (60 servings minimum)Required
  • Personal trail snacks / energy gels
  • Food for 3 weeks (mix of freeze-dried meals, oats and snacks — supplement with rice/pasta bought in country)Required

Medical & hygiene

  • Personal first-aid kitRequired
  • Small personal medical kit (plasters, painkillers, rehydration sachets)Required
  • Vaccinations up to dateRequired
  • Anti-malarial medication (prescribed)Required
  • SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm with SPFRequired
  • DEET insect repellent ≥ 30%Required
  • Personal medication (4-week supply)Required
  • Quick-dry towel (optional — clothes dry fast in the heat)
  • Soap in a lock-n-lock boxRequired
  • Toothbrush and toothpasteRequired

Documents

  • Passport (6+ months validity)Required
  • Bank cards (2 separate cards, kept in different places)Required
  • Uganda visa or e-visa printoutRequired
  • Yellow fever certificateRequired
  • Travel & medical insurance covering trekkingRequired
  • Emergency contact card (printed)Required

Tech

  • Headtorch + spare batteriesRequired
  • Phone with offline mapsRequired
  • Phone chargerRequired
  • Power bank (10,000 mAh+)Required
  • Solar panel (for off-grid charging)
  • UK→Type G adapter