5 DAYS MOUNT KENYA CLIMB SIRIMON – CHOGORIA ROUTE

Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa, after Kilimanjaro. The highest peaks of the mountain are Batian 5,199 meters (17,057 ft) and Nelion at 5,188 metres (17,021 ft).

 

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5 DAYS MOUNT KENYA CLIMB SIRIMON – CHOGORIA ROUTE

5 DAYS MOUNT KENYA CLIMB SIRIMON – CHOGORIA ROUTE

Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa, after Kilimanjaro. The highest peaks of the mountain are Batian 5,199 meters (17,057 ft) and Nelion at 5,188 metres (17,021 ft).

While  Point Lenana  sits at 4,985 metres (16,355 ft) the mountain is  in central Kenya, about 16.5 kilometers south of the equator. In addition it is 150 kilometers north-northeast of the capital Nairobi. Mt Kenya Climbing expedition is a must try experience whilst in Kenya

DAY 1: NAIROBI – NANYUKI – SIRIMON- JUDMIER CAMP (OLD MOSES CAMP) 3-4 HRS, 9KM, 860M ASCENT
Depart to Nanyuki for lunch later proceed to the Sirimon Park Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill through the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3½ hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight,

DAY 2: JUDMIER CAMP- SHIPTON CAMP 6-7HRS, 14KM, 900M ASCENT
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, 4200m,

DAY 3: SHIPTON CAMP – CIRCUIT WALK TO AUSTRIAN HUT
Spend the day acclimatizing. Walk to Kami Hut down to Hauseberg Lakes (Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn). Walk back to Austrian hut for dinner and overnight (your guide will provide with updates on the situations up)

DAY 4: AUSTRIAN HUT – POINT LENANA – MOUNT MERU BANDAS (CHOGORIA GATE) 6 HRS, 14KM, 785M
Leave at 3am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns arriving point Lenana at 6:30am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Mintos hut, 2hrs, for breakfast and further hrs down to Mount Meru Bandas, 2950m, for dinner and overnight – put up tent.

DAY 5: CHOGORIA BANDAS – CHOGORIA – NAIROBI
Descend 2 hrs walk – 15km to forest clearance to catch a 4×4 transfer vehicle at an extra cost to Chogoria Village where you will connect with your shared transfer vehicle back to Nairobi.

Included in the Safari Cost

  • Transfer to and from the base of the mountain
  • Transport from Nairobi with shared Transport
  • Full board accommodation whilst on the trek.
  • Accommodations as per the Programme– tents will be provided.
  • All park entrance fees /government taxes
  • Service of an English speaking professional guide
  • Porters and skilled cook
  • Treated water on the trek.
  • On completion, successful climb Certificate

Excluded in the Safari Cost

  • Laundry
  • Mountain Sleeping bags
  • Beverages & drinks
  • Climbing gears
  • Tip to your guide, Porters, Cooks
  • Porter & cook
  • Things of Person Use
  • A Rack sack For Your Equipment’s – To Be Carried by Porters
  • Sleeping Bag [Mountain Type],
  • Hiking, or Climbing Boots, Camp Shoes, Trainers Not Sandals
  • 2 Thin Polypro Type for Quick Drying, 4 Thick Wind Pants, Wind shirts
  • High Gaiters, Warm Pants [Fleece], Jacket or Pullover, 1 Rain Parka
  • 2 Underwear’s, 1 Hiking Shirt, Long Sleeve, 1 Bandanna
  • 1 Warm Hat, 1 Hiking Shorts, Pants, Balaclava, Fleece Neck Warmer
  • Headlamp, Bulb, Batteries