Tour Preview
This trek offers some of the best views of the main peaks with a gradual ascent which can be done leisurely; we traverse the mountain by ascending the Sirimon track, join the best of Timau, then join the best of Chogoria and Descend the Naromoru track.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi- Judmaiers Camp (3,300m)
Pickup from Nairobi Aiport or Hotel and be driven to Mt.Kenya region to arrive at Nanyuki at 1100hrs where you meet the guides and porters to assist you in sorting trekking equipment. Then be driven to the Sirimon gate. An easy 3 hrs walk through the equatorial forest to Judmaier's Camp (3,300m) for overnight in the high altitude mountain tents.
Day 2: Judmaier Camp – Sirimon valley (3,940m)
After breakfast trek up the moorland and break away from Sirimon track at an altitude of 3,940m, contouring into the Sirimon Valley. This is a seldom-visited area with a tremendous amount of wildlife. Overnight in Sirimon Valley, altitude 3,940m.
Day 3: Sirimon valley – Hall Tarns (4,300m)
An early start out of the Sirimon Valley and into the head of the Hinde Valley. We then cross the Nithi and Gorges Valleys. This is undoubtedly one of the most scenic areas of the mountain with its 1,000 – vertical cliffs, its virgin valleys and cascading waterfall, is one of the most spectacular trekked areas in Kenya. Night camped at Hall Tarns (4,300m).
Day 4: Excursion Day.
Descend to Lake Michaelson, in the depth of the Gorges Valley. See the incredible cave formation known as the Temple. Walk down the valley to Vivienne falls (named after the famous author of Speak to the Earth). Return to camp in the afternoon. Overnight at Hall Tarns (4,300m.).
Day 5: Hall Tarns – Pt. Lenana 4985m- Met. Station (3,080m)
Predawn ascent to the third highest peak Pt.Lenana (4,985m). An early start helps to be on top for sunrise and good view of the peaks and environs, on a clear day you can see Mount Kilimanjaro –the highest mountain in Africa. It takes 04 hours of walking to the summit. Descend to Teleki Valley on the west side of the mountain to Mackinders Camp for breakfast and a rest. Afternoon proceeds down to through the moorland to Met. Station for dinner and overnight. (3,080m).
Day 6: Met. Station- Nairobi
Depart Met. Station after breakfast and hike down through the forest to Naromoruparkgate where you find the vehicles waiting to transfer you to the next destination. END.
The Tour Includes
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Transfer from Nairobi to Mount Kenya
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Transport to Park Gates
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Transport from Park Gates to Nairobi or your hotel
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Mount Kenya National Park Conservation fees (entry fee)
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Mount Kenya National Park compulsory rescue fees
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Mount Kenya National Park hut accommodation fees
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Mount Kenya National Park trained certified English speaking guides
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Mount Kenya National Park trained certified English speaking porters
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One Porter per person for personal Mountain luggage (maximum 15 kgs)
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Mount Kenya National Park trained certified cook/Chef, utensils, cutlery, crockery etc
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All meals while on the mountain Kenya climbing expedition.
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Boiled water; tea and coffee with meals
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1 basic first Aid kit per group
The Tour Excludes:
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Pre & post climb accommodation in Naromoru if required
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Any Domestic or International flights
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Specialized climbing equipment such as Oxygen cylinders (available at cost)
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Travel insurance, Visa and passport fees
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Increases in park fees where applicable
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Personal mountain equipment such as sleeping bags, walking poles, mattresses, duffel bags etc (available at cost)
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Metal water bottles, water bladders (please note no soft plastics are permitted on the Mountain)
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Tips/gratuities for guide(s), porters & cook
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Beverages such as Soda and Alcoholic drinks
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Additional unscheduled transfer form park gates to Nairobi or hotel.
