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Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and second highest mountain in Africa. It is a hotspot for climbing and hiking. The mountain is located in Mountain Kenya National Park. The highest peaks of the mountain are Batian (5199metres), Nelion (5188 metres) and Lenana (4985 metres). Some attractions at Mt.Kenya are pristine wilderness, lakes, tarns, glaciers and peaks of great beauty, mineral springs and wildlife of which are endangered and rare and those that have adapted to the high altitude. Designed for those who have a minimum amount of time and who want to reach the third highest peak Pt. Lenana. This challenging, non-technical ascent can be made by any healthy person. The Sirimon Track is one of the finest approaches to the peak area. It offers some of the best views of the main peaks, with a gradual climb, which can be done leisurely. We traverse the mountain by ascending the Sirimon Track.

Day 1 - Nairobi-Nanyuki-Mt.kenya

We leave Nairobi at 6am (latest) We arrive at Nanyuki at 10 am where we have lunch. At 11.30 am we shall depart for the Sirimon Park gate. Our Mountain trek starts from this point after a few formalities at the Gate, an easy trek in the afternoon to help acclimatization. Overnight will be at Old mosses (3300m) in the high altitude mountain cabins. By the end of the day we will have done 5 hours of walking.

Day 2 - Mt.kenya

The day starts at 0700 Hrs

By the end of this day we shall have done about 8 hrs of walking (Leisurely). This will be a true taste of patience, endurance & determination.

Ascend the Sirimon Track to Likii North Valley, in this beautiful little valley below the subsidiary peaks of Teleki and Sendeyo, two ancient parasitic vents of the main peaks. (3990m).Climb out of the North Valley and into the Mackinders Valley, one of the broadest valleys on the mountain, with many giant groundsels. Camp at Shimptons Cabins the of the Mackinder's Valley, just below the main peaks of Batian and Nelion (4,300m).

Day 3 - Mt.Kenya

This day shall be spent relaxing at the base camp as we acclimatize. You shall explore the other lower peaks.

Day 4 - Mt.kenya

The day starts at 0200 Hrs

We start early so that we can reach the Peak at Sunrise

Alpine ascent to the highest peak, Pt. Lenana (4985m). En route up the north face little used by tourists. Four hours of stiff walking to the summit. This will be the most challenging bit of the Mt Trek and will require a strong mind to reach the summit. At about 0730 Hrs we shall start the descend back to shimptons camp. The rest of the day shall be spent resting at the camp having conquered Mt Kenya (Pt Lenana).

Day 5 - Mt.kenya-Nairobi

The day starts at 0800 Hrs

We shall leave Shimptons camp and start our 4 Hrs walk out of the Park. We shall have a stop over at Old Moses where we shall have lunch. We shall be met by our van at the gate and head back home with a stop over at Nanyuki.

We shall leave Nanyuki at 1300 hrs for Nairobi

Duration

5 Days Mt.Kenya Climb

Accommodation Whilst on Safari

Destinations Visited

Mt.Kenya

Parks Visited

Costs

ALL YEAR ROUND USD $ 892 Per Person for A Group of 6

Costs Include

Accommodation while on safari( no need for tents just your sleeping bag)

All Transfers as mentioned

Park entry fees and conservation

Lunch at Nanyuki and at exit

All Meals while mountaineering

Services of a professional guide

We shall all have a porter each thus guests will be carrying their day packs

Membership to Flying Doctors

Costs Exclude

All International Flights

Accommodation in Nairobi

Statutory increases beyond our control

Beverages and other extras in Nanyuki

All activities not mentioned above

Items of a personal nature

Personal climbing gear

Tips for porters

Personal insurance cover