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Mt. Kenya Climb 4/5 Days up Chogoria route
down Sirimon route
Mt. Kenya is a broad, largely symmetrical volcanic
cone with a diameter of about 120km. and was formed between 2.6
and 3.1 million. It was possible that the original volcano was over
7000m in height, more than 2000 meters higher than today. Of the
main peaks to the mountain, Batian 5,199m and Nelion 5,188 m, are
only accessible to technical mountaineers, whilst Lenana ,4,985
m, is accessible to trekkers.
The itinerary described below is that which many
of our clients use, however weather conditions, client fitness,
and other factors, may require that we alter timings and route,
indeed many clients request slightly different routings etc or to
stay longer in particular area. We are also able to offer clients
the choice of different guides to suit different requirements or
budgets.
Day 1: Nairobi - Chogoria
Pick up from JKIA or Nairobi for the transfer to Chogoria where
we meet the porters and the start of the track up the mountain.
We enter the forest at 1600m. Dependent on time, weather conditions
or client preferences, we have the option to continue in the vehicles
to a clearing at 2,400m - perhaps walking some of the way. Most
climbers opt to camp here, though some do prefer the additional
7 km to the Park Gate at 2,950m. Evening meal is served around a
camp fire, and an early night is probably on the cards. You retire
to the tents and to the bizarre sounds of the Mt Kenya rain forest.
Day 2
Breakfast is serviced at about 0700, after which
bags are packed and you leave the campsite on foot up through the
remaining top section of the rain forest and on through the bamboo
zone to the National Park Gate, whilst Park Fees are being sorted
out, snacks will be available before setting off on the remainder
of the days walk to a secluded campsite at lake Ellis. You follow
the main tourist track for about an hour, until we are able to take
a right turn and head up towards Mugi Hill and Lake Ellis 3200m
and where we have lunch. A decent rest after lunch before we head
off cross country to our own private campsite next to a small stream.
As we use different approaches every trip there are no tracks or
paths to our camp, and the walk through the tussock grass, heather
and proteas is quite beautiful, particularly when some of the other
flowers are in bloom - gladiolus, kniphofra and senecio
Day 3
Similar start to the. Again well off the beaten track
to follow a ridge up the mountain for about 3 hours to eventually
join the tourist track on the normal Chogoria route at an altitude
of about 4,100m. Breathe taking over the Gorges Valley and back
over towards Itinguni and the Northern Moorlands. Lunch is served
at a small stream crossing, before continuing for a further hour
to the Mintos Hut area, 4200m and our nights rest. Afternoon relaxing
at camp, though a 10 minute walk to the “Temple” is
well worth the effort. This is a 500ft vertical cliff that gets
its name from the position visitors often adopt when peering over
the edge - they look as if they are praying. An early night is recommended
as you are attempting the summit next day.
Day 4
You are woken at 3am in the morning _(did you actually
sleep at all), with a cup of tea or coffee. The majority of the
walk is in the dark so you are at least well on the way to Pt Lenana,
via Simba Col by sun rise. The final grunt to the top - hopefully
before the clouds have started to move in and the celebratory photos
of you on victorious on the summit. We depart the peak via the same
route as far as Simba Col. Here we turn left and head on down a
steep scree slope to Shiptons Camp, arriving late morning. A well
deserved rest for a couple of hours, before the final 2 hours walk
heading down the mountain along the Sirimon route to the Liki North
area 3990m for the night. Early dinner then BED!!!.
Or the option to walk all the way off the mountain
to Old Moses (depending on road conditions where you are met by
the car) or to the Park gate, where the night is spent, (alternatively
time permitting we leave by car – from Old Moses Back to Sagana
or Nairobi)
Day 5
Optional day, Depart Park gate early back for Nairobi.
All the costs include food, drink, tents, park fees,
porters and guide, transport and transfers.
Price Per Person
- 2 people – US$ 600 per person
Mont Kenya Climbing - Sirimon out Sirimon 5 Days/4 nights
DAY I: Departure from Nairobi is at 0900 hrs(either from hotel or
airport) to Nanyuki
and stop at the Equator briefly. Continue to Nanyuki where you check
in your hotel.
Afternoon is spend preparing for the hike.walking tour to the
EQUATOR. Dinner and overnight at the Nanyuki simbas lodge.
DAY 2:After breakfast transfer to Sirimon gate and hike to Old Moses
camp for overnight (3300m), 3 to 4 hrs hikes (9kms). Old Moses camp
is where you acclimatize as you also come across different
vegetation.
DAY 3: After breakfast Hike to Shipton's camp (4200m )through Liki
and Makinders valley for overnight (6 to 8 hrs hikes) 17 kms.
DAY 4:Attempt point Lenana (4985m) at 0300 hrs and descend directly
to Old Moses (Judmair) Camp for overnight
Day 5: After breakfast descend to Sirimon Park Gate to catch your
vehicle to your next destination.
Price Per Person
- 2 people – US$ 600 per person
Price includes
Return transfer Nairobi -Nanyuki/-Nairobi
3 meals per day while trekking
3 days Mt. Kenya trek
/4 nights accommodation while trekking
2 transfer from Nanyuki/Chogoria- park gate- return
All government park fees at Mt Kenya National Park
English Speaking Mountain Guides and Porters
Accomodation at Nanyuki Simbas lodge D/B/B
Mt Kenya T-shirt and Certificate
Two Man tent.
Exclusive of Gloves, Sun glasses, Sleeping bag, Hats , Rain suits,
Warm Jacket, Heavy boots, Scarf's, Rain TrousersPrice is exclusive
of first and last Night accomodation in Nairobi.
You can hire some of the equipments available at a reasonable cost
MOUNT KENYA TREK NAROMORU ROUTE 5 DAYS
Mt Kenya Climbing NARO MORU ROUTE Mt Kenya Climb - 5 days / 4nights
DAY 1: NARO MORU
Depart from Nairobi at 09:00hrs and proceed South towards the cool
slopes of Mt. Kenya. Cross the Equator and arrive at Nanyuki Simbas
/ Lodge in time for Lunch. Relax and Enjoy magnificent scenery of Mt
Kenya region.A COMPLIMENTARY walking tour to the EQUATOR.Ovenight at
Simbas Lodge
DAY 2: MET.CAMP SITE
Early morning photo taking Mt kenya when its clear then after
breakfast, Drive to the gate then walk to the Meteorological
Station. This is a very good day for acclimatization, for we will be
sleeping at an altitude of 10,000 ft 9 kms 3-4 hours walk
DAY 3: MACKINDER'S CAMP SITE
Hike up through the Teleki valley to Mackinders Camp where there is
a spectacular view of the main peaks. Walking time approximately 4-6
hours. Overnight Mackinders Camp. (14,000 ft.) 9kms 4-5 hours walk
DAY 4: MACKINDER'S CAMP SITE
A pre- dawn attempt of point Lenana is made to ensure a successful
summit bid and to try to reach the summit in time for a clear view
of the majestic scenery. After climbing Pt. Lenana we return back to
Mackinders camp for breakfast and then proceed down to Met Station
Lodge for overnigh.9 kms 3 to 4 hours walk
DAY 5: NAIROBI
After breakfast at Met station walk down to Park Gate to catch your
transport back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon
Reach the summit at all costs!!!!
Price Per Person
- 2 people – US$ 600 per person
P rices of the above inclusive of:
Return transfer Nairobi -Nanyuki/Naro moru-Nairobi
3 meals per day while trekking
4 days Mt. Kenya trek
3 nights accommodation while trekking
2 transfer from Nanyuki/Naro moru- park gate- return
All government park fees at Mt Kenya National park
English Speaking Mountain Guides and Porters
Accomodation at Nanyuki Simbas lodge D/B/B
Mt Kenya T-shirt and Certificate
Two Man tent.
Exclusive of Gloves, Sun glasses, Sleeping bag, Hats , Rain suits,
Warm Jacket, Heavy boots, Scarf's, Rain Trousers. Price is exclusive
of first and last Night accomodation in Nairobi.
You can hire some of the equipments available at a reasonable cost
Chogoria Out Chogoria - 5 Days/4 nights
Day 1:
Pick up from hotel at about 0800. It's then about 3 1/2 hours from
Nairobi to where we collect the porters and guides (as required).
Into the Mt. Kenya forest for the 22 km drive to the Park Gate at
2,850m. Dependent on road conditions, these 22 km have been known to
take all afternoon to do and in really wet conditions it is possible
that the top four or five km may be impassable. Night, dependent on
clients wishes, at the Meru Mt. Kenya Banda's or at roadhead a
further 7 km from the Park Gate.
Day 2:
After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the
mountain at a nice and easy pace . A slightly longer walk via Lake
Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithunguni and the Giants
BilliardsTable, whilst if we follow the river near roadhead,
upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is
particularly beautiful. Lunch by the stream banks then it's time to
cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away
from any of the more "touristy" areas.
Day 3:
From our campsite, we continue to move up through the moorland zone.
As this area of the mountain is still off the beaten track, there
are no paths to follow, and on each trip we vary the area we walk
across. After about an hour, traverse left and join a ridge (slight
path to follow) and join the normal Chogoria route to Minto's Hut
after about 4 hour walking. Lunch at a small stream crossing then 45
min on to a camp near Minto's Hut and next to one of the tarns. Very
short afternoon walk over to superb views across to "The Temple" and
down to Lake Michaelson.
Day 4:
After pre dawn breakfast leave Mintos Hut for the summit passing
near the Simba Tarn and Harris Tan to Point Lenana which is
appproximately 4 - 5 hours. After the sunrise at 6.30 and nice views
of Kilimanjaro and the Coast line descend back to Mintos for full
breakfast and thereafter descend to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge(Bandas)
having our lunch at the Roadhead. Dinner and overnight at the Bandas.
Day 5: After breakfast walk for 15km downhill through the denses
rain and bamboo forests to connect the 4WD jeep to Chogoria Town.
Then after lunch at chogoria drive back to Nairobi for your next
destination.
Price Per Person
- 2 people – US$ 600 per person
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Our P rices of the above is inclusive of:
Return transfer Nairobi -Nanyuki/Chogoria-Nairobi
3 meals per day while trekking
4 days Mt. Kenya trek
5 nights accommodation while trekking
2 transfer from Nanyuki/Chogoria- park gate- return
All government park fees
4x4 trasnport on chogoria route
English Speaking Mountain Guides and Porters
Accomodation at Nanyuki Simbas lodge D/B/B
Mt Kenya T-shirt and Certificate
Two Man tent
Climbing Mount Kenya Chogoria route out Naro Moru gate
Day 1: Nairobi- Chogoria
After breakfast we depart Nairobi from the Parkside hotel and head
to Chogoria town arriving in time for lunch at the Transit hotel.
The journey takes 3 to 3.5 hours. Afternoon will be spent walking
around the town for acclimatization. Dinner and overnight at the
Transit Hotel.
Day 2: Chogoria - Meru Mount Kenya Lodge (Bandas)
After breakfast we take 4x4 and drive up to the edge of the bamboo
forest where we start our trekking through the dense bamboo forest
for distance of 10 km up to the Bandas for lunch. Afternoon will be
spent walking around the lodge with a view of beautiful sceneries.
Dinner and overnight at the Bandas.(accommodation at Bandas is of
single beds.hot shower and bon fire self catering bandas)
Day 3: Meru Mount Kenya Lodge (Bandas) to Mintos Hut
After breakfast leave the lodge for Mintos Hut for a distance of 15
km. Uphill having our lunch enroute. Dinner and overnight at Mintos
Campsite.
Day 4: Mintos to Summit - Mackinders
After pre dawn breakfast we leave the campsite at 2.00 am. For the
summit arriving at 6.30 am for sunrise, Kilimanjaro and the coast
line
Views. After 10 to 15 minutes of photography we descend via Austrian
Hut to Mackinders camp for breakfast hence spend the whole day
enjoying beautiful views. Dinner and overnight at Mackinders Camp.
Day 5: Mackinders Camp to Met Station
After breakfast leave the camp and descend to Met Station via the
Moor land and the vertical borges arriving in time for lunch. Dinner
and overnight at the Met Station Lodge.
Day 6: Met Station - Gate - Nairobi.
After breakfast leave Met Station and descend to the Naro Moru Park
Gate a distance of 10 km to connect your transport back to Nairobi
arriving afternoon.(with option of our continuation to Moshi)
Price Per Person
- 2 people – US$ 720 per person
Price inclusive of:
Transport from Nairobi To Chgoria transit hotel by private Transport
Accomodation at Transit Motel Double rooms B/B
Complimentary at chogoria on first day
Accomodation at Mt Kenya Bandas Single Beds , hot shower and Bon
fire.
4 x4 transfer on Chogoria route
3 meals per day while trekking
5 days Mt. Kenya trek
4 nights accommodation while trekking
Transport from Naro Moru gate to Nairobi by private Transport
All government park fees
English/German Speaking Chief Mountain Guide and one Assistant
Guide(Group)
English Speaking Porters and cooks
Mt Kenya Certificate after successful summit challenge
Exclusive of Tents and Sleeping mats,Gloves, Sun glasses, Sleeping
bag, Hats , Rain suits, Warm Jacket, Heavy boots, Scarf's, Rain
Trousers
5 Days: Sirimon - Chogoria
Day 1: Nairobi to Sirimon
Leave Nairobi at 9am. 9km 3-4 hour ascent of 690m, arriving at Naro
Moru town at 1pm. After lunch proceed to Mau Mau Caves for a 14km
nature walk. Overnight at camp.
Day 2: Sirimon Gate to Old Moses
After breakfast leave at 8.30am for a one and a half hour drive to
Sirimon Gate. Follow the track as it winds uphill through the forest
and then across a small stream. On the left is Judmaier Camp at
3340m. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Old Moses to Shipton's Camp
Judmaier Camp to Shipton's Camp 15km, 6-7 hours to ascend 890m.
After breakfast leave at 7.30am going uphill for one hour to the
junction of Liki North, crossing Ontulilli River and go to the top
ridge overlooking Mackinder's Valley. After mid-day picnic lunch,
proceed to Shipton's Camp. 4200m. Dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Point Lenana
Wake at 2.30am. Have tea and biscuits and start ascending at 3am.
755m ascent towards a steep ridge of scree passing the Square Tarn
until you reach Point Lenana at 4985m. You get here at around 6.30am
for the sunrise. If weather is clear, Mount Kiliminjaro 's Kibo and
Mawenzi peaks are visible. Descend down to Mintos Hut at 4200m for
full breakfast. Thereafter to the Gorges Valley viewing Hall Tarns
and Lake Michaelson , Lake Ellis and Vivien Falls . Dinner and
overnight at Chogoria Bandas.
Day 5: Chogoria to Nairobi
After breakfast descend for a long walk, 32km through the bamboo
forest to Chogoria town to and transport back to Nairobi.
Price Per Person
- 2 people – US$ 600 per person
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