DEA 099: 5 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Sirimon – Chogoria
DEA 100: 5 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Sirimon - Naromoru
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DEA 103: 3 Days Mount Kenya Climbing - Naromoru route
DEA 104: 5 Days Circumnavigation of Mount Kenya - Naromoru
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DEA104: 5 Days Peak Circumnavigation of Mount Kenya - Naromoru Route
MOUNT KENYA NATIONAL PARK
Mount Kenya is a broad,large symmetrical volcano cone whose diameter at the base is about 12 km it was formed between 2.6 and 3.1 million years ago by eruptions of successive layers of volcanic lava and agglomerate from a central vent in the earth surface. Mount Kenya is climbed at all times of year if possible however it is best to try to avoid the two rainy seasons that usually start in mid March and lasts through till mid June. As on any high mountain, proper equipment is vital for a safe and enjoyable climb. Even with porters, climbers should carry some basic equipment with them at all times, including rain gear, spare jersey, water and first aid kit. High altitude problems are caused through the inability of the human body to adjust to a through various forms to the often more fatal pulmonary and cerebral oedemus (Hape and Hace) the later being less common. There are three different Mount Kenya climbing routes ,Trekking routes commonly used up the Mountain i.e Sirimon,Naro Moru,Chogoria,Timau,Kamweti routes. Rapid gain in Altitude problems range from mild cases of acute mountain sickness experienced to some extent by most climbers.
Beginning from Shipton’s Camp you ascend directly to Kami Hut, follow the sandy scree to Hausberg Col and drop steeply to Oblong and Hausberg Tarn for a short rest.
After your rest the path leads straight on between the two tarn’s to reach the foot of a scree slope that climbs steeply up a to reach a col with Nanyuki tarn as its base.
The path trends left and downwards from the col passing below Arthurs seat, trends to reach Nanyuki Tarn, passes to the left of the tarn, to climb a short rocky section, then cross a small col to reach Hut Tarn, turning right to reach Two Tarn Hut (4490m)
From here the path continues along the right side of the tarn, climbs a bolder to reach a scree overlooking Teleki Valley then drops through a steep scree slope to reach Mackinder camp (4200m).
From Mackinder’s trend northwards to meet a path coming from American Camp, the path to Austrian Hut can be seen snaking up the large scree slope on the opposite side of the valley, follow this clearly cairned path around the head of a valley. Cross a boulder scree and a large buttress, trend steeply upwards to reach Tooth Col, from this col it is possible to see down into Georges Valley and Hall Tarns.
The path then drops down to square Tarn, continues to follow cairns trending left and down towards Simba Tarn, drop steeply down towards the lower Simba Tarn the cut across the to the shiptons camp. Hiking time to complete the circuit is eleven hours. It is advisable to split the trip into two by spending a night a t the Mackinder’s camp on the Teleki Valley (4200m).
Day 1: Nairobi – Naromoru – Met station
Depart Nairobi in the morning after sorting and organizing personal equipment for the trek. After Lunch in Nanyuki town ,drive to Sirimon gate and start out trek to the Met Station where we spend the night in the mountain log cabins. A good day for acclimatization, altitude of 3050 m. A light hike is taken in the afternoon to help acclimatization.
Day 2: Met Station - Mackinders Camp
Hike up to the Teleki valley to our Mackinders Camp where there is a spectacular view of the main peaks. Walking time approximately 4-6 hours. Overnight Mackinders Camp (4,150m)
Day 3: Mackinders Valley
After an early breakfast, begin the circumnavigation of the main peaks by heading north. One traverse takes us below the South and West faces on our approach to Two Tarn Hut then across Western terminal and into Hausberg Valley and finally over Hausberg Col and into Mackinders Valley. Walking time proximately 5 hours. The highest point reached this day is 4,500m. Our camp in Mackinder valley is at an altitude of 4,300m. Night will be spent in high altitude tents.
Day 4: Pt Lenana - Teleki
Alpine ascent of the third highest peak Pt. Lenana up the North face little used by tourists. The top should be reached after about four hours of stiff walking. Altitude of Pt.Lenana is 4985m.
We then descend into Teleki Valley and spend the night at our original camp completing a scenic traverse of the Mountain.
Day 5: Teleki – Met - Descend
Descend the Mountain to Met Station and return to Nairobi.
Descend the mountain via the Naro Moru Route completing a fine circuit of Mt. Kenya, to the Naro Moru and catch transport to Nairobi .
The above Programme Minimum Cost;Usd 650.00 Per Person
The Above Cost Include:-
* Accommodation at the Mountain huts
* Park entrance fees in the Mount Kenya National park
* Experienced English Speaking Mountain guides / Porters
Cost Exclude:-
* Climbing Gear
* Additional sightseeing or deviation from the itinerary
* Medical/Travel Insurance
