DEA 099:5 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Up Sirimon – Down Chogoria

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 different Mount Kenya climbing routes,Trekking routes commonly used up the mountain i.e Sirimon,Naromoru, Timau,Kamweti and Chogoria route. Rapid gain in Altitude problems range from mild cases of acute mountain sickness experienced to some extent by most climbers.

Mt Kenya Climb Sirimon down Chogoria
On this Mount Kenya climbing experience, you ascend via the dry and little used Sirimon Trail and descend on the scenic Chogoria Trail. You reach point Lenana (4985 m), the highest point accessible to walkers, and return to base. Mount Kenya is Africa's second highest mountain. Above the habitable altitude, you find a rainforest zone, abundant with many tree species and wildlife too. Further up is open moorland, and beyond is the snow line where vegetation is sparse. Finding snow on the equator was a great surprise for the first Europeans to get to East Africa.

Day 1: Nairobi - Nanyuki
Leave Nairobi by shared transport to Nanyuki. Lunch, dinner and overnight at a base hotel. (1950m)

Day 2: Nanyuki - Old Moses
After breakfast, transfer from Nanyuki to the Sirimon Park gate (2600m) where the trekking starts. Walk through the rain forest for 9kms (3-hrs walk) to the first mountain hut - Old Moses (3300m) for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Old Moses - Shiptons
Early in the morning we leave for Shiptons Camp (4200m) via Mackinders Valley. Lunch enroute, dinner and overnight at the camp.

Day 4: Shiptons Camp - Point Lenana - Meru Mt. Kenya Bandas.
Wake up very early in the morning around 0230hrs ready to hike to point Lenana (4985m). On a clear day, we should be able to see Mt Kilimanjaro to the South. After Point Lenana descend to the Mintos hut (4250m) for breakfast then proceed to Meru Mt .Kenya bandas (3000m) campsite stopping at Road head for lunch, Dinner and Overnight at the campsite.

Day 5: Meru Mt. Kenya Bandas - Chogoria - Nairobi
After breakfast, an early walk will take us to Chogoria for lunch then back to Nairobi arriving in the afternoon having conquered the Mt. Kenya.

The above programme cost Usd 650.00 per person

The above cost include:-
* Shared Transport Nairobi-Nanyuki- Nairobi
* 03 Meals a day while on the Mountain.
* Accommodation at the Mountain huts
* Park entrance fees in the Mount Kenya National park
* Experienced English Speaking Mountain guides / Porters

Cost exclude:-
* Mountain Climbing gear
* Additional sightseeing or deviation from the itinerary
* All items of a personal nature such as tobacco,laundry,phone calls,Tips and drinks/beverages
* Extra meals
* Any Other Items not mentioned above
* Medical/Travel Insurance

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