Mt. Kenya - 5 days Sirimon - Chogoria
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Mt. Kenya - 5 days Sirimon - Chogoria
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Mt. Kenya - 5 days Sirimon - Chogoria
Duration: 5 days
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Highlights
At an elevation of 17000 ft. /5199m, Mt. Kenya stands as Africa’s 2nd highest mountain. It hosts a trio of summits the highest Batian and the two lesser; Nelion & Lenana. The glacial features of this extinct volcano offer mountaineers breathtaking views.
Circumnavigate with us on this 5 days trekking trip and experience the breathtaking nature that will leave you yearning for more
Itinerary
Nairobi -Mount Kenya
Mount Kenya
4 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedPick up in Nairobi in the morning and drive for 3 hours to Naro Moru, stop in Nanyuki briefly to meet with the guide as well as sort out all the equipment required for the trek. We proceed onto the Sirimon Track as far as the Mount Kenya National Park Gate. From here we do a 9 km light hike up to the Old Moses Camp (3300m) for overnight. This hike (2 to 3 hours) is essential for acclimatization and is also very interesting as you hike through four of the mountain vegetation belts – the tropical rain forest, bamboo jungle, rosewood and heather zones. These are also the areas where you are most likely to see animals.- AccommodationsOvernight at Old Moses campFood And DrinksLunchDinner
Hike through Alpine Moorland Zone
Mount Kenya National Park
7 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeOur hike starts around 0700hrs going via the new Sirimon route through the beautiful and unique Alpine Moorland Zone. Walking time today is 5-7 hours depending on individual fitness and stopping half – way for a picnic lunch. We arrive at Shiptons Camp (4200m), late afternoon and have dinner and overnight .- AccommodationsOvernight at Shipton's CampFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Enchanting Hike to Hausberg
Mount Kenya
5 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedSpend the day acclimatizing.Walk to Kami hut down to Hauseberg lakes( Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn)Descend back to Shipton camp dinner and overnight- AccommodationsOvernight at Shipton CampFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Day 4Transcend your Expectations
Mount Kenya National Park
6 hoursAdmission Ticket FreePre-dawn summit attempt of point Lenana (4985m). You will start the day at 4.30 am for the summit attempt, an ascent of 685 ms; the highlight being the watching of African sunrise and if it’s clear enough having a view of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Descend to Mintos hall area 4300mts for breakfast and short rest. Then descend to Mt. Kenya Bandas (1300mts)for dinner and overnight.- AccommodationsOvernight at Mt. Kenya BandasFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Return to Base
Mount Kenya
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter breakfast we descend the mountain through Chogoria forest to meet with the vehicle for transfer back to Nairobi. Enjoy nature once more as you finish your conquer of the second largest mountain.- Food And DrinksBreakfastLunch
What's included
INCLUDED
Park entrance fees
Lunch (5)
All transport costs to and from Nairobi
Dinner (4)
Rescue from the mountain (by road only)
Breakfast (4)
Accommodation while on the mountain (huts and/or comfortable beds)
All hot meals on the mountain
Service of an English speaking proffesional guide,Porters and skilled cook
NOT INCLUDED
Personal Mountain equipment
Personal warm clothes, sleeping bags etc
Travel insurance, Visa and passport fees
Items of personal nature
Hotel accomodation in Nairobi before and the after the trek
Tips and gratuities for guides and porters
Optional excursions not detailed in the itinerary
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Location
Address
Kenya
Provider
Game Africa Safaris
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