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Mt.Kenya 6 Days Chogoria route/Sirimon (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. 

Expect a challenging start. The ascend to the base of the high peaks is

steady and longer hence a real test on individual fitness.  Descent through

Sirimon is more or less gradual and at a comfortable pace.

Day 1

Depart from Nairobi at 0800hrs, driving through agricultural country

up to Chogoria. Leave the tarmac and attempt the drive on the dirt road

through Chogoria forest up to the Chogoria Park gate.  The whole journey

takes 5-10 hours depending on the prevailing weather conditions in Chogoria.

Dinner and overnight Meru Mount Kenya Lodge (3000m)

Day 2

Leaving early, you trek on a wide track through the forest, with

occasional sightings of elephant, bushbuck, buffalo and impala. Divert from

the main track and trek to the base of the relatively Mugi hill (3500m). For

better acclimatization, climb the hill then descend and walk to our camp

beside the Nithi River for dinner and overnight.

Day 3

Cross the Nithi River to reach the moorlands from where you 

can enjoy good views of the picturesque Gorges Valley,

 the Temple, lakes, mushroom rocks, billiards table and the high 

peaks. Hike for 4-5 hours to Mintos campsite, picnic, dinner and 

overnight at Minto's (4300m)

Day 4

Predawn attempt of the summit starts at 0300hrs and you hike for

about three hours up to Point Lenana (4985m), the hikers summit, arriving

there in time to watch the African sunrise. Descend to Shipton's camp for

breakfast and a whole day's rest. Dinner and overnight at Shipton's camp

(4200m)

Day 5

After breakfast, begin a 5-6 hour descent to Sirimon Park gate

(2600m). The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating

scenery which includes the moorlands and forests.Dinner and overnight at

 Lodge (1950m)

Day 6

Have breakfast then return to Nairobi

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

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