4 Days 3 Nights Mt Kenya Trekking: Sirimon – Chogoria Routes.
Tour Brief.
This epic creative climb joins two of the most scenic routes up Mount Kenya, Sirimon and Chogoria, producing a remarkably diverse and spectacular trek. Sirimon coming off the west of Mount Kenya passes through the dry side of the mountain with its giant trees and rocky terrain, and the descent onto the Chogoria path is exactly different with its lush bamboo and highland forests.
The final nighttime ascent of Point Lenana can be as difficult as any ascent in East Africa, but the rest of the trek is generally considered easier than either Kilimanjaro or the Rwenzoris.
Day 1: Nairobi - Sirimon Gate- Old Moses Camp. ( 3,300m) 3-4 hrs, 9km walk, 680m ascent.
After pick up in Nairobi, drive to Nanyuki town crossing the equator en route to the Sirimon Park gate for lunch (2660m). From the gate, we trek up through the magnificent montane forest, bamboo, and giant heather zone before reaching the high altitude moorland and our first hut (Old Moses camp 3,300m) for dinner and overnight. dis is a gentle trek that takes 3 - 4 hrs gaining an elevation of 680m.
Day 2: Old Moses - Shipton Camp (4200m). 7 hrs, 14km, 900m ascent.
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking right at teh junction. After a water break, you continue on the track crossing Ontulili River before turning right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North River and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where their are panoramic views up the valley towards teh Shipton Camp. This camp is a surreal setting below the towering peaks and glaciers. The resident population is of Rock hyrax and sunbirds.
Day 3: Shipton - Pt Lenana (4985m)- Mt Kenya Bandas (2800m) 11-12 hrs, 29km, 785 ascent, 2,085m descent.
Kick-off at 3.am to reach pt Lenana in time for the African sunrise.
The climb starts on frozen scree and continues on a rocky track with some very minor scrambling. With a good Moon, you barely need a torch. Without a Moon, then the pollution-free sky bangs on the ground giving you as good a view of the stars as almost anywhere on Earth.
The adventure climb takes 3 -4 hrs and to add to the exhilaration, Mt. Kilimanjaro is also visible from the horizon.
Descend to Minto's hut for full breakfast. After a short rest descend further to Mt Kenya bandas along the gorges valley where you can enjoy good views of The Temple, Lake Michaelson, Mushroom rocks and Giant billiards table. Dinner and overnight at the Bandas. You can enjoy log fires, hot showers, and bed at the Bandas!
Day 4: Meru Bandas - Chogoria town - Nairobi. 3 hrs, 10km walk.
After breakfast, descend on a broad track through bamboo and virgin rain forest to meet vehicle for transfer to Chogoria town and further to Nairobi arriving by 17:00hrs.
Tour Price
Prices are per person in US Dollars and based on group size.
Non - Residents
1 x Pax USD 890 PerPerson
2 Pax USD780 Per Person
3 Pax & Above USD 750 Per Person This price based on private transport
Note for Public transport
1 x Pax USD 840 PerPerson
2 Pax USD730 Per Person
3 Pax & Above USD 700 Per Person
Resident Rates
KSH 45,000 Per Person Public Transport
KSH 58,500 Per Person Private Transportation
The following items are included in prices:
All transportation to/from the mountain (private or public)
Price inclusive of:
* All guiding services
* Transportation-Return transfer Nairobi - Chogoria –Timau-Nairobi
*3 All food while on the Mountain
* 4Days Mt. Kenya trekking
*3 Accommodation in mountain huts/ camping where applicable.
*All Park fees & government taxes
*English Speaking Mountain Guides and Porters
*Mt Kenya Certificate
*Two Man tent.
Exclusions on Tour Price.
* Price is exclusive of first and last Night accommodation in Nairobi.
*Medical, travel & personal insurance cover
*Extra meals, drinks, telephone calls, emails, fax etc.
*Tips and gratitude to guides
Things to Carry
A. Hiking gear:
1. Sleeping bags
2. Hiking boots
3. Waterproof jackets and pants (trousers)
4. Hand gloves
5. Warm clothing
6. At least 5 t –shirts
7. Extra Sports shoes or sandals
8. Warm fleece
9. Hat
10. Thermal suit
11. Getter
12. Hiking stick
13. Insurance
Please note; Number 1 & 2 can be hired at Ksh 400 per day
Number 3 Ksh 300
Number 4 Ksh 100
Number 5 can be hired at Ksh 200 per day
Number 5 to 9 – you can carry them with you
B. Personal effects
c. Lunch on last day
WHAT TO PACK
*Camera & Lenses
*Binoculars
*Sun glasses
*Passport/ Insuarance & Drivers Licence
*power adaptor 3 pin for electrical items
*Toiletries- Personal care cosmetics
*Sunscreen
*Maralia Pills and other medications
*Insect repellent
*flash light
*Extra pair of socks, shoes and sandles
*pen knife
*Credit cards and small amount of cash
* power backup
*Extra batteries/SD Cards for your camera
