Mount Kenya climbing Sirimon/Chogoria route

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Mt.Kenya 7 Days Sirimon/Chogoria Route(Lodge/Camp)

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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 5,188m are only accessible to technical mountaineers, whilst Lenana, 4,985m, is accessible to trekkers.

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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.

This trek uses the gentlest ascent trail on the mountain, our own huts and

an additional acclimatization day at Shiptons Camp (4,200m). It allows you

to explore the contrasting, picturesque and spectacular scenery of Mt.

Kenya. From the lower forest zone we cross through the bamboo and heather

zones to reach the moorlands, walk through the Mackinder Valley enjoying its

beautiful scenery and vegetation of giant groundsel and lobelias until we

arrive at the Shipton's camp. On this trek you combine use of huts with

camping. It also includes one night at our Base Lodge ahead of the trek

during which you participate in exhilarating fitness activities that help

you acclimatize better.

Day 1

Transfer from Nairobi to the slopes of Mount Kenya for lunch. In the

afternoon is a 3-4 hours nature walk through the forest reserve to Mau Mau

caves, the former base for Kenya's freedom fighters. As you hike you learn

about plants, birds and animals found in the forest from your escort

naturalist guide. A traditional dance performance can also be arranged at

the lodge after dinner to liven up the evening. Dinner and overnight at

 Lodge

Day 2

Vehicle transfer to the mountain soon after breakfast together with

the guide and porters. The drive to Sirimon Park gate (2600m) takes less

than 2 hours. En route to the mountain you could have a brief stopover at

the equator crossing. After completion of park entry formalities and lunch,

you begin a 3-4 hour hike through montane forest, bamboo, rosewood and

heather zones to Old Moses camp (3300m). The forest and bamboo are home to

hundreds of buffaloes, elephants, bushbucks and a plethora of bird species.

Dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp (3300m)

Day 3

After an early breakfast at 0700hrs, commence a 6-7 hours trek

through the sprawling moorlands d up to the Shipton's hut (4200m).

The hike provides opportunities for fascinating views of unique

 moorland plants and scenery but is also a test on your individual

endurance. You gain good acclimatization as you cover an altitude

range of 900m. Lunch stop is at a vantage point on the Mackinder

valley. Dinner and overnight at Shipton's Camp (4200m)

Day 4

Acclimatizing day at Shipton's. Take a walk to the peak area and

return to the Shipton's hut for hot lunch. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Day 5

Start predawn summit attempt at 0300 hrs, hiking for three hours up

to Pt. Lenana (4,985m), the hikers summit, arriving there in time to see the

African sunrise. From Pt. Lenana you have good views of Pt. Nelion (5188m),

Pt. Batian (5199m) and other surrounding peaks, and on a clear day the

summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro can be seen protruding from the sky over 340km to

the south. From the summit descend to Mintos/Hall tarn campsite (4,300m) for

breakfast then relax for the rest of the day. Interested persons can explore

the Gorge's valley. Dinner and overnight at Mintos campsite

Day 6

After breakfast, begin a 5-6 hour descent to Meru Mount Kenya cabins

situated at the Chogoria Park gate (3,000m). The descent is gentle and it

offers ample time to enjoy the gorgeous landmarks on the lower gorges valley

including Vivienne falls, Nithi falls, mushroom rocks and an array of

interesting mountain plants. Today you have a chance to clean up and relax

at the Meru Mt. Kenya Lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 7

After breakfast gradually descend through the Chogoria Forest to meet

up with our vehicle for the return journey to Nairobi arriving by1700hrs.

Picnic lunch is served en route.

All prices in Sterling Pounds (£)/person and subject to change.

Number of clients in the group	1	2	3-4	5-8	9-12

Mt. Kenya 7 days	980	680	610	584	555

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