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What Boots Should You Wear on Kilimanjaro?

The most important — and most over-thought — piece of gear you will bring.

Sara Lindqvist

Operations & Gear

April 19, 2026·7 min read

The most important — and most over-thought — piece of gear you will bring.

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Sara Lindqvist

Operations & Gear

Sara has spent the better part of two decades on Kilimanjaro, first as a porter and summit guide and now leading Peak Planet's mountain operations. When not on the trail, you will find them testing gear in the foothills above Moshi.

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