10 Oswald Road Llandudno Junction Conwy LL31 9EP Telephone: 01492 588069 Email: info@adventurousewe.co.uk www.adventurousewe.co.uk Mt Kenya Sirimon Chogoria Route 8 day Mt Kenya trek Why this itinerary? Mt Kenya has 3 main peaks Batian, Nelion and Lenana. The first 2 peaks are technical climbs whilst Lenana is a non-technical hiking option. This itinerary takes you to the summit of Lenana and in doing so allows you to see the best of Mt Kenya by having a peak circumnavigation. Description A 5 day ascent of Point Lenana starting at Sirimon gate and ending at Chogoria. A camp is provided throughout with a great crew and porters led by excellent guides. Highlights All the best parts of Mt Kenya, stunning views of the peaks, tarns and fantastic endemic flora. A chance of seeing some wildlife and arguably the prettiest high altitude hike in East Africa. 1 Nairobi In brief 2 Mt Kenya Old Moses 3 Mt Kenya Likii North 4 Mt Kenya Shipton s Camp 5 Mt Kenya Meru Mt Kenya Lodge 6 Mt Kenya / Nairobi 7 End Map
In Detail DAY 1 NAIROBI Upon arrival into Nairobi airport you are personally met and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi. There is a full briefing with our Climbs Manager and your guide. Overnight Fairview Hotel (bed & breakfast) DAY 2 MT KENYA / OLD MOSES Depart your hotel after breakfast and drive to Nanyuki. From here it is around 15km to the Sirimon park gate (2700m). Picnic lunch will be served at the gate. After signing in with the park officials we will start an acclimatization hike which will see us walking in the tropical forest, occasionally enjoying the sighting of a monkey, a buffalo or even an elephant, arriving at Old Moses (Judmaier) camp (3200m) late evening. Overnight Old Moses Camp (lunch - dinner). DAY 3 MT KENYA / LIKI NORTH After breakfast, we start the hike of the moorland vegetation walking through the picturesque views of the Sirimon and the Mackinders valleys arriving at Likki North Hut in the early afternoon. Lunch at this camp and later take an acclimatization walk around the camp. Overnight Likki North Camp (breakfast - lunch - dinner).
DAY 4 MT KENYA / SHIPTONS Start the hike of the steep slope towards Shipton s camp (4200m) arriving in time for lunch. The giant groundsels occurring along this route are some of the most spectacular views on Mt Kenya. Afternoon walk to the Kami Hut and later get back to the camp for dinner and overnight. Overnight Shipton s Camp (breakfast - lunch dinner. DAY 5 MT KENYA / MERU MT KENYA LODGE At 03.00 hours, wake up and have some tea and biscuits. Start the attempt of the summit peak (Point Lenana, alt 4985m) which is the highlight of our trip! Take photos with the African sunrise and it s also possible to see Mt Kilimanjaro to the West if the weather is clear. Descend down to Mintos camp (4100m), where we will have some breakfast. You have a picnic lunch on trail. Then descend further down to Meru Mt. Kenya Lodge (2700m) where we will spend the night. Overnight Meru Mt Kenya Lodge (breakfast - lunch - dinner).
DAY 6 MT KENYA / NAIROBI Depart the lodge after breakfast and walk through the spectacular bamboo forest to connect with the 4x4 vehicle to Chogoria town and on to Nairobi. You enjoy dinner at a local restaurant! Overnight Fairview Hotel (breakfast - lunch - dinner). DAY 7 DEPART Today a vehicle is on hand to transfer you to Nairobi Airport for international departures (breakfast) End of Services Day 8 arrive London
MT KENYA SIRIMON-CHOGORIA 6 DAYS LUXURY SPECIFICATION Approximate cost is 1,900 (depending on flight costs) Includes: Excludes: International flights Trained Mt Kenya guides (1 guide to 2 clients) All relevant Mt Kenya Park fees & rescue fees Emergency medical evacuation to Nairobi Hospital Supplemental oxygen & pulse oximeters All accommodation and meals as described in the itinerary Transfers as described in the itinerary Drinks on the hike (potable water, tea, coffee & hot chocolate) Entry visas Insurance Transfers to/from Heathrow Tube / taxis, drinks and other refreshments in London Gratuities (guideline $200 per person) Items of a personal nature Alterations to this itinerary (i.e. if different accommodations and services are provided then the price will most likely vary up or down) Airport departure taxes (unless stated) Laundry Beverages in hotels (except those in your personal safari vehicle) Hospital bills and international evacuation in the event of an emergency 1,000 minimum sponsorship