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@bawalther3 жыл бұрын
Great tips, thanks. Tip for the freezing water line: blow the water back into the bladder after each time you drink.
@livinglifeinstylex4 жыл бұрын
Just added climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to my bucket list thanks to your videos!
@tellyourstoryIII3 жыл бұрын
AMAZING story
@motorxrules1 Жыл бұрын
@@tellyourstoryIII Did you do it? :D
@kapwinki26 ай бұрын
I am Tanzanian and just summited Kilimanjaro, thank you so much for your videos, they have really helped me out
@calipsoreign47964 жыл бұрын
35 minutes? Yay!!! Love you, love your channel and videos! Thanks for another great distraction from our current realities! I smile every time you say “bag”. I don’t want this to come across negatively, so please please don’t think I am. I get confused with the new camera angles. When it’s a side view of you talking to another camera. 🤔. Stay safe, stay healthy. Happy Earth Day 🌍 ❤️
@benneighbour63814 жыл бұрын
I can definitely recommend the electrolytes. I completely lost all appetite, and hardly ate anything for the 6 days, but somehow still made it to the to the top
@AimlesslyDrifting4 жыл бұрын
yessss I needed this and agree with ya
@chelseahowe86744 жыл бұрын
I have no intention to hike a major mountain (some chronic health issues would make that very dangerous) but I sure do love watching Nadine pack
@brittanyrenick98664 жыл бұрын
Loved this series so much! Definitely giving me inspiration for post quarantine adventures! Thanks for sharing ❤️
@AimlesslyDrifting4 жыл бұрын
yup i agree, exactly what i was thinking too!
@lesleydennis15193 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate you going over your clothes. Very helpful as I plan my hike to Kilimanjaro in a couple of years! When I hiked Mt. Fuji over a decade ago during a night hike the best advice I received was to bring an extra set of gloves because people always lose one! And sure enough, I did--with the high altitude--lightheadedness and the dark things happen!
@sadi3kins4 жыл бұрын
It's rare that I can watch a video all the way to the end but I had no problem here. Loved seeing the clips of you using and wearing the gear while on hike
@Nicole_Barrett11 ай бұрын
Hey, Nadine! I just returned from a successful sumit of Kilimanjaro. Your videos were the best resources for information and so accurate compared to other KZfaqrs. I'm also amazed that you filmed so much during the trek. We were so exhausted and barely had time to take photos. Thank you for the content!!
@mirandaalexis4 жыл бұрын
this is the most helpful video about what to pack for this kind of hike tbh
@narlyenatvanya4 жыл бұрын
I love these kinds of videos to inform people and prep us for these type of fun activities when traveling! Thank you for sharing all of this information, with all the details. I also appreciate when you talk about the ethical and sustainable options that we should keep in our minds when doing these types of activities (you mention these in the comments!).
@werdanmatroskin46073 жыл бұрын
Great gear rundown! I've would also recommended a camp light/lantern for your tent since it so much more convenient than a headlamp.
@heynadine3 жыл бұрын
Good point!
@heyjenniferjones4 жыл бұрын
Definitely a poncho! I had similar issues when hiking the inca trail
@annebg12374 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience! I has made me believe the I can do it too! My sister and I have now planed that we will do it one day because of this! Also really helpful with the videos about packing and the information video. Congratulation with the engagement! What does others do when the go to the toilet when they hike?
@heynadine4 жыл бұрын
so happy you are enjoying all the info videos!! will answer the toilet question in the Q&A :)
@matts54524 жыл бұрын
To keep your hydration line from freezing you can blow the water back into bladder. Also works to keep the water from getting hot during the summer.
@heynadine4 жыл бұрын
yes but, you have 50% less oxygen, and just breathing takes alot of work, so it's quite the effort to blow back the water
@matts54524 жыл бұрын
@@heynadine Good point. I didn't think about that. I wonder if just holding the line up over your head with the bite valve open would allow the water to drain back into the bag... I guess I have some experimenting to do!
@mattlopez9351Ай бұрын
Thank you so so much for this detailed video! I'm planning to climb Kilimanjaro and this is the video I needed
@RebootLife4 жыл бұрын
Great video from your fellow world explorers here in New Zealand
@AimlesslyDrifting4 жыл бұрын
Great info and suggestions! Me and my lady plan on backpacking and vlogging our journey, this helped! appreciate the efforts. take care!
@izzyjimenez9274 жыл бұрын
QUESTIONS! - As a lady, how did bathroom breaks go through out the day as you were hiking. You’ve stated in your videos about having to use the bathroom multiple times through out the hike due to how much water you’re consuming. - In your group, did you have anyone traveling alone? If so, did they have their own tent or did they have to share? Do you by any chance know what KA’s policy is on that? - Last One! Could you please please please type out the brands of ALL the clothes you bought/invested in for the trip? I would love to start stocking up now even if I’m 2 years out from my trip! haha Thank you for the AWESOME video!
@mattofstie92984 жыл бұрын
Brands we used and like: Merino wool shirts/baselayers - Smartwool, Icebreaker Rain gear - Marmot, Arc'teryx, Rab (gore-tex is the best) Insulated jackets/fleeces - Patagonia, Arc'teryx Pants/shirts/clothing - Kühl, Arc'teryx, Marmot Hiking boots - Merrell, Keen As far as backpacks go, Osprey and Deuter make some of the best. There are lots of other great brands, but some of these were picked over other options because of the styles and how well they fit us. Hope this helps :)
@izzyjimenez9274 жыл бұрын
Matt Ofstie thank you so so much!!!!
@allisonbreeden60903 жыл бұрын
Also as a lady, I had a friend recommend a hiking skirt (kilt). Gives you a little curtain of privacy when doing your business.
@s.a.stewart27434 жыл бұрын
This video gave me flashbacks to my time in the Army (US). And yes, ponchos are so handy when trekking around. The chemical suits were the warmest thing, and guys would wear them at night. Some guys even wore pantyhose.
@scottman8954 жыл бұрын
Wow, that is a lot of gear for the hike up to the top! Thanks for the video. If I ever decide to climb it one day, this video will be really helpful!
@AlexTackie4 жыл бұрын
Lovely video Nadie, was at Kilimanjaro last year
@stayoneforever81104 жыл бұрын
I Follow u From Indonesia 🇲🇨 greetings from Indonesia 🇲🇨❤
@fansinstagram23584 жыл бұрын
I'm from Indonesia 🇲🇨 too
@fansanime12034 жыл бұрын
@@fansinstagram2358 travel and adventure is indeed the coolest especially climbing the mountain once it arrives to be sure to be satisfied even though climbing to the top of the mountain is quite difficult.
@fansinstagram23584 жыл бұрын
@@fansanime1203 yeah that's for sure
@johannaweber494 жыл бұрын
Want to climb Kilimanjaro in a few years! This is so helpful 😍
@onesmoussteven35433 жыл бұрын
you're really welcome !
@MicahB6404 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the well thought out & extensive packing video. I’d love to to hike Kilimanjaro one day!
@goodfulgem Жыл бұрын
I'm heading off to Kili on the Shira route in August and this was extremely helpful! Thanks so much!
@minimatrix27634 жыл бұрын
I was meant to climb Kili last year! However during training I got into an accident and had to have emergency surgery which obviously meant I couldn’t do the climb anymore x Still very much hoping to do it in the future though !!
@daniellerose11144 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. You will. Hope your feeling better.
@khanyisastengile30512 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I’m climbing Kilimanjaro in August and this was very informative!
@Faabz4 жыл бұрын
I love your packing videos since ever and this one is amazing! All the best for you always! Stay safe
@willyandolya37414 жыл бұрын
congratulations on such a huge accomplishment! As well as the Engagement!!:))
@Abigail-ny1no Жыл бұрын
Some really clever ideas!! Saved to reference later... I'd like to do the smaller mountain nearby first, and Kili in two years!
@bhanudasoar34112 жыл бұрын
This has helped me out so much!! Thank you sooo much for sharing!! Climbing Kilimanjaro next month!
@reganpstevens4 жыл бұрын
I've been binging all your videos and I would LOVE to see y'all do another summit! x
@roamtheglobe4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this! I was supposed to climb in May but we have to postpone for at least a year due to Covid. Seeing your videos keeps me excited!!
@onesmoussteven35433 жыл бұрын
you're welcome ...
@januslog4 жыл бұрын
Still very much enjoying your Kilimanjaro series. Great stuff and very informative 👍🏻🏔. Hope to get there soon. In the meantime I continue to catch up with uploading my travel vlogs from Saudi Arabia and Kenya...❤️❤️🌴
@heyjenniferjones4 жыл бұрын
Yayyyyy i was waiting for a new video from you ❤ hope youre having a great day
@heynadine4 жыл бұрын
yay! yes I am, hope you are as well!
@maxplanck90554 жыл бұрын
Good helpful advice Nadine 👍
@fionavowell68554 жыл бұрын
How did peeing or pooping work while hiking? Just move away from the group?
@RenanElViajero4 жыл бұрын
Wow!!! This is awesome
@sophiawolf22614 жыл бұрын
my questions would be what did you put in your day bag other than your meds and the camera and where did you get the two liter bladder with the pipe:) Lots of love
@derekcolman4 жыл бұрын
This video is so long, I don't have time to watch it all now, but I promise I will catch up tomorrow.
@charlenewrite5184 жыл бұрын
I love all these videos! My sister and I have wanted to do the hike for ages and these are so informative :) My question would be: what is one thing that you wish you knew before hiking it/one piece of advice you wish you had received?
@richardwise80813 жыл бұрын
Great video guys! Thanks a ton! :)
@lovetorontohockey4 жыл бұрын
Which version of the Patagonia puff do you have? Congrats on summitting and the engagement!!
@hight5series1722 жыл бұрын
Hi Nadine, thank you for sharing that this video ! Our team is preparing the ascent of Kilimanjaro for 2022 :D
@sdnalyam Жыл бұрын
Ditch the hot water bottle and use the nalgene instead, also ditch the spray sunscreen and use lotion only. Use tooth tabs instead of toothpaste. lots of videos available on clothing used by climbers, lighter and less layers.
@jinnysuh69784 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😊. Very interesting video!
@jelenad172310 ай бұрын
Fantastic video, thank you!
@clipsandthings1 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video!
@MichaelRinaudo3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing all that info that is really helpful. I hope to take the trip in Aug. 2022
@vclamp4 жыл бұрын
for Q&A: did you film the scratching of you scratch-off world travel map? 😉🌍
@sarahmckenzie39294 жыл бұрын
Did anyone in your group, or other groups, recognize you on Kilimanjaro? Or other trips?
@debbiemccue98153 жыл бұрын
HI Nadine, I hope this note finds you well - I am new to your page, as I was searching for info on my pending Kili climb in Aug and love your journey on Kili. And, congrats on the baby - hope all is going fantastic! Best moment of my life! That said, I am loving your packing vid, and wonder if you could help me translate. You mentioned for your shirts - Marina Will? I am just not sure what that line of gear is. And, did I notice that your puff jacket was patigonia. I like having a referece so and brands you could share that I could check out would be great for your clothing. Again, congrats! Debbie
@heynadine3 жыл бұрын
Exciting! Which route are you climbing? Merino Wool is what I was talking about regarding the shirts. It's a great material for hiking clothes as it breathes well, regulates temperature, and it doesn't hold body odor as bad as other materials. Patagonia is a brand I love. Really good quality stuff. Arc'teryx, Icebreaker and Marmot are other brands that I'm familiar with and enjoy their stuff. There are other good brands, but those are the first ones that come to mind that I'm most familiar with. Hope this helps!
@debbiemccue98153 жыл бұрын
@@heynadine HI Nadine! Thanks so much for your response. I am so excited - we are taking the Lemosho Route, so it will be an 8 day climb. I am a cancer survivor and have partnered with the american cancer society to raise awareness and fundraising. That said, we are team Determination and our climb it starts the 8th! I am for sure checking the MW line out, I'll keep you posted! Thank you so much!
@heynadine3 жыл бұрын
That sounds amazing Debbie! Incredible that you're doing it for such a good cause. Lemosho 8 day is a super good choice. It should give your group lots of time to acclimatize to the elevation. Not to mention it's very scenic and less intense than some other routes. Best of luck!
@rakeshpandoi1043 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video
@vclamp4 жыл бұрын
And now you are all set for the next mountain! I'm really thirsty for some reason? :)
@mialucky35264 жыл бұрын
Hey Nadine! Thank you for this video! I hope to use it in the future. For next year, I am planning a trip to Peru. Do you have a packing guide video to Machu Picchu?
@frenchiestravel42824 жыл бұрын
I really love you channel! I hope that one day my channel will be as good quality as yours ❤️
@AimlesslyDrifting4 жыл бұрын
it will! just keep working hard and you'll get there!
@nazukeoya2 жыл бұрын
I would recommend Atlas Packs for the day pack and camera needs.
@chelseawelker29644 жыл бұрын
Question for the Q&A: I saw you mention the "bathroom" situation in this and another video. Can you give more detail about that "bathroom" at camp and when hiking? Was the bathroom at camp actually private/only for you two? Also, when hiking, do you take breaks where you can go pee in the woods? With so much hiking/drinking water, did you have to "go" often when hiking? Thanks!!!!
@alexanderrusenescu46553 жыл бұрын
Just a tip: Blow the water from the tube back into the bladder and it won’t freeze.
@heynadine3 жыл бұрын
The problem is, blowing is very difficult with 50% less oxygen
@alexanderrusenescu46553 жыл бұрын
@@heynadine Yeah that is true. Another solution is to raise the tube above your head and open the mouth piece, letting the water drain back into the bladder.
@RMacTV4 жыл бұрын
Catching up from the Philippines! :) 🌴
@paulinewangari70583 жыл бұрын
This is so helpful
@irishjonny112 жыл бұрын
great info ........tnx for posting............
@don-dspid24044 жыл бұрын
I was curious how you did with your batteries. I'm glad you answered that. I am actually looking into rain gear now for my use. If I had good rain gear there are a lot of outdoor things to do. I noticed you used the Marmot brand. Are you happy with that brand?
@Lauren_aida4 жыл бұрын
Did you wear the foot warmer insoles inside your socks or just lining your shoes?
@daniellerose11144 жыл бұрын
What exactly did you put in your day bag? Great video!
@gersonyamada53664 жыл бұрын
Gratitude 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
@shelxiao2 жыл бұрын
Amazing, thank you
@SpaceBigStar4 жыл бұрын
My heart breaks knowing the porters don’t have proper clothing or shoes when joining the hike. Did they have warmer attire when you guys were in the snow? I still don’t understand why they’re needed, hikers should carry their own stuff. I just worry with everything they carry they can lose their balance and get hurt.
@SazzyRazzy4 жыл бұрын
Alli I. It's to do with the laws of the national park. The idea is to keep the local people employed. Everyone hiking up the mountain needs a porter and it's also a health and safety issue, but you're right they need better gear
@heynadine4 жыл бұрын
So the short answer to this is that not all companies treat their porters the same, and some treat them quite well. The porters don't climb any higher than basecamp so they don't need the extreme cold weather gear, but they do have warm clothing. Lots of people would gladly climb the mountain on their own, but the reality is that by making porters necessary, it creates jobs for thousands of people who might struggle to find other types of work. Look into KPAP the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project for more info and also choose a provider KPAP certified.
@Psychedelic-giraffe4 жыл бұрын
I'm hopefully going to be doing the inca trail when things are less crazy, I would assume I need this kind of stuff, just less of it as it's a much easier trail?
@miimukka4 жыл бұрын
Did you have your own liners for sleeping bags or did you just go with the flow 😁
@marlanek42832 ай бұрын
Ok I have a TRAVEL MEDS question. I travel to Europe plenty & never bring all my pharmacy bottles. I take PICS of the bottles in case issue. ** DID YOU encounter anyone checking meds for script bottles or heard of this happening?? Makes a big difference if I have to carry all them in my daypack as my plane carry on. Thanks so much:)
@DanNKirsty4 жыл бұрын
Always wanted to do this. Not sure if i got the legs for it ;)
@maxplanck90554 жыл бұрын
I like Nadine, she seems like a marriageable woman, the camera man has the best job! Nadine do you know about copper infused clothing, it would help on mountain hikes (sweating and chaffing).
@saglcakla33443 жыл бұрын
How about the tent, sleeping bag and mat? Maybe you rented it but good to know if a person bring own things to sleep. Well it is a good video to get some information. Thx.
@RickBabs124 жыл бұрын
Love it my friend thanks for sharing like
@SnareMan Жыл бұрын
Hi, just got back from my climb. Great video. Unrelated question to the packing, what are you using to record your audio? It sounds really good
@heynadine Жыл бұрын
Thanks! We use a Rode VideoMic NTG and a Rode VideoMicro on our 2 cameras. I believe we used the NTG for this video and mounted it on a boom
@Abcd-vz7ff2 жыл бұрын
Loved the video!! How big of a daypack would you recommend for kids?
@shelleyplumb2452 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Did you wear trail runners or hiking boots? Waterproof?
@javiervera7025 Жыл бұрын
Jan 7-2023 Long time subscriber- just booked my Kilimanjaro summit - all thanks to you and your husband Question - I’m only bringing my iPhone - will this work on summit day for pics and videos ?? iPhone 14
@javiervera7025 Жыл бұрын
Last question Summit day - did u use the same hiking boots to summit ?
@mattofstie9298 Жыл бұрын
@@javiervera7025 Yes, we used the same boots on summit day. I would just recommend having some really warm socks and maybe even some of those small heat packs to put in your boots or gloves depending on how warm your gear is and how cold it is on your summit climb. As for the camera, your iPhone 14 will do a perfectly good job. I would recommend bring a battery bank to make sure you have plenty of battery power when it's time to summit. On cold days and during the summit climb I would keep the phone inside my layers of clothing and in a pocket that's close to my body. Extreme cold will drain batteries very fast and may even prevent your phone from turning on. Use your body heat to keep your phone/camera batteries from dying and they will work perfectly well when you need them on the summit. Good luck!
@javiervera7025 Жыл бұрын
@@mattofstie9298 thank you much appreciated. Love ur channel
@nazukeoya2 жыл бұрын
Instead of the Apple Watch, I would suggest buying a Garmin Fenix to track your progress.
@tessac57562 жыл бұрын
Oh great that is my current watch that I will be taking on Kili. Thinking of putting it on the ULTRATRAC GPS to save battery power
@nazukeoya2 жыл бұрын
@@tessac5756 Well you can do it I’m sure, just make sure you bring a battery bank for charging every night.
@garyclemens71252 жыл бұрын
Was there anyone in your group with asthma? Did you take headphones to listen to music on your climb?
@kblunt182 жыл бұрын
you mentioned you also did safaris before, we are looking to do that as well in addition to stopping at Zanzibar, were these the only two bags each of you brought for the entire trip or did you bring anything additional? I am assuming you had to check the duffle as well? Also who did you book with to do the combo?
@turnitaround7344 Жыл бұрын
What month did you go? Thanks for the vid x
@abb1dee4 жыл бұрын
What sort of pants did you pack and how many? I'm guessing sports like pants. I suffer alot with cystitis and concerned how I would stay clean and prevent it. I really want to plan this trip for the future but that is my main concern. Hopefully I would get some antibiotics from the doctor to pack as well as cystitis sachets. Any other useful tips?
@MsBoonoonoonoos Жыл бұрын
Hi 2 questions! what is the brand or where did you get your insulated vest? I see your fleece hoodie is Patagonia , where did you get it?
@louisechelsey18233 жыл бұрын
What petzl lamp did you use? And what battery pack for your phone etc? 🥰
@Charlotte-rr5dh2 жыл бұрын
I wish someone would of told me how cold it got at night on this lol . We just got back two weeks ago successfully and that was some of the coldest sleeping I’ve ever done! But would be of course warm during the day lol also how dry we got , everyone of us even with sunscreen had our lips and nose peeling after lol
@carog74672 жыл бұрын
I’m doing it in September..do you have any recommendations?
@Charlotte-rr5dh2 жыл бұрын
@@carog7467 take warm clothes to sleep in , warmer then you think you need only the first night for us was warm and we went end of September into Oct . Something to line your cameo pack or water bottles as it will freeze on summit night along with something to eat that dosnt freeze too easy. Lots of snacks specially sweet as you mostly get salty things on the mountain a plus if it’s anything ginger . Different kinds of pain pills for headaches, I only brought ibuprofen while other girl brought something else and we swapped on days it felt like it wasn’t enough etc . Other wise slowly slowly as they preach it’s doable but the summit day is no joke specially as what goes up must come down so all the down bill after summit is hard on your knees
@carog74672 жыл бұрын
@@Charlotte-rr5dh thank you!! If you don’t mind me asking how was the bathroom situation while doing the hike? I paid for the toilet but I’m worried during the day :(
@Charlotte-rr5dh2 жыл бұрын
@@carog7467 we didn’t have to pay for toilet unless you wanted extra then what they would bring . Basically you pee on trail and hide behind a rock . It’s nice if you don’t leave your papers behind I personally use a pee cloth or put trash into a small baggie and they do collect trash at night etc . Couple of drop toilets randomly on trail but not one you’d really want to use lol but if you have day where they make lunch mid trail then they will have a bathroom as well . Will prewarn the zippers always got stuck with the dirt so any Vaseline rubbed on them helped glad I had a random small amount with me
@acloserlook61332 жыл бұрын
Do you cone fro a hot climate? I climb in the scotrish munros during the winter. Don't need anything neat that many layers
@EmilyClaireDaly4 жыл бұрын
These packing videos are so helpful Nadine I love to hike especially in my home state of Tasmania (check out the videos on my KZfaq channel!) - and new gear tips is always a good thing 👍🏼👍🏼
@mwendalubi47912 жыл бұрын
What camera is best for me to get?I don't anything about cameras but i need one that will take great photos
@1971ChevelleSS9 ай бұрын
Did you pack a sleeping pad? Or do they provide one?
@clanyoung142 жыл бұрын
There was no frame on your pack. Shouldn't the pack have a frame?
@sandeepw1003 жыл бұрын
Hey Nadine! Which national park did you visit after the hike?
@rachaeliseman1601 Жыл бұрын
Hi! Sorry if I missed it but how many pairs of socks did you bring? and what kind of socks (ex. light hiking socks for the beginning but wool for summit, etc.? )
@heynadine Жыл бұрын
Four pairs of socks, twi light hiking socks, one medium, one super thick warm Alpine one.
@justinethurman55142 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! What did you use for under your sleeping bag?
@tessac57562 жыл бұрын
I'm also wondering if they had an inflatable mat. My company has for hire but it is 2kg of my luggage allowance and 2kg is precious!