6 Days Mount Kenya Climbing

6 Days Mount Kenya Climbing

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About 6 Days Mount Kenya Climbing

Mount Kenya is the second most hoisted zenith of Africa and the most raised apex of Kenya.

This astounding cold apex is as of now pulling in trekkers from wherever all through the world. Mt Kenya is an old lethargic wellspring of fluid magma, whose have been framed and formed by glaciations which give an enthusiastic effect to Mt. Kenya. There are three peaks on Mount Kenya Batian (5199m), Nelion (5,188m) and Lenana point (4,985m). While Batian and Nelion tops are for specific climbers while Lenana Point is the primary peak on Mt Kenya, which does not require any particular outing and can be come to by trekkers successfully. Thick bamboo and rainforest are found on Mt. Kenya's lower slants while remarkable Afro-Alpine moorland and vegetation are found at higher statures of the mountain. The enchanting sights of the snow-topped apexes, valleys and Savannah make Mount Kenya's trek a totally exquisite African experience. On the trek to Mount Kenya through the forested areas you can keep running over the moved wild of Africa including the elephants, buffalo, lions, jaguar, shake hyrax, distinctive eland species and a wide range winged creature species can be spotted. There three major courses for climbing Mount Kenya specifically, Naromoru, Sirimon and Chogoria. These courses are used by trekkers to summit Mt. Kenya at the Lenana point.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • The Ngong Hills Hiking Tour starts from Nairobi depending on your hotel and flight schedules.

  • From the hotel, we shall drive to the base of the Ngong Hills, where the hike will take place.

  • We shall enjoy hiking all the peaks that form a series along the mountain and our guides will help you learn about the history of the place.

Arrival at Nairobi Airport and meet with our staff who will take you at the Hotel at Nairobi for overnight (Bed & Breakfast).

In the 8:00 am morning leave Nairobi and drive to Nanyuki, which normally takes 4 hours. Then we proceed to Mt Kenya National Park Sirimon gate. After a picnic lunch, we follow the track uphill for 10 kms, fork left at the junction to reach Old Moses camp which is situated at 3,300 m. The ascent from Sirimon gate to Old Moses is 690 m.

Hike through the Liki Valley via Mackinder Valley to Shipton’s Camp for 7 – 8 hours. Have lunch served en route. At Shipton’s Camp, you will have splendid views of the north faces of Nelion and Batian peaks.

After breakfast, we start the peak circuit to help with acclimatization, ascending to a steep ridge through Kami Hut, Hausberg Tarn and Two Tarns Lake. It will take approximately 4 hours walk through some of the most spectacular scenery. Return to Shipton’s Camp.

Arise at 2:30 am for hot tea and biscuits. Ascend to Point Lenana for approximately 3 hours to arrive for sunrise. From here, you can admire Mt. Kilimanjaro’s highest peaks, Kibo and Mawenzi, visible from the south, The Indian Ocean from the east and Mt. Elgon from the west. Descend back to Shipton’s Camp for a full breakfast, and continue on to down Old Moses.

After breakfast you may leave camp to reach the park gate via the Sirimon route. Drive to Nanyuki for lunch and then to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon to celebrate your success and heading back to home.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • National Park fees and rescue fees

  • Professional Trekking Guide

  • Foods & Water

  • Transfers from Nairobi and back to Nairobi

  • All safety equipment (including oxygen)

  • All camping equipment

  • Hotel after & before trekking

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • All costs associated with obtaining any necessary passports, visas and permits

  • All costs associated with obtaining any necessary immunization, inoculation and medication

  • Personal nature and services not specified above

  • Tips to the guides & Porter International flight, Visas, Airport tax

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