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Mount Kenya Climbing expeditions and expertly Guided Mountain Climbing Experience to the summit . We have put together Mount Kenya climbing expedition safari packages for the ultimate Mountain climbing experience. Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya. Its also the second highest in Africa, after Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro. The highest peaks of the mountain are Batian at 5,199 metres (17,057 ft). Followed by Nelion at 5,188 metres (17,021 ft). And the last is Point Lenana at 4,985 metres (16,355 ft). Mount Kenya is located in central Kenya, about 16.5 kilometres south of the equator, around 150 kilometres north northeast of the capital Nairobi. Mt. Kenya Climbing is a must try experience whilst in Kenya. This Mount Kenya Climbing safari Packages offer trekking Adventures in Mt. Kenya. Mount Kenya climbing routes include:
- Sirimon route
- Naro moru route
- Chogoria route
- Sirimon out chogoria or vise versa
- Chogoria out Naro Moru trek
Your Mountain climbing experience along the second highest peak in Africa is the ultimate Kenyan Adventure. Climbing Mount Kenya, hiking with the help of our a expert mountain climbing guides.
You can trek Mt Kenya via a Group Joining safari in a group. Naromoru Route Climbing, Mount Kenya Climbing, East Africa Mountain Trekking. Climbing Mount and Walking Safaris in Kenya. However, the Ultimate Mountain Climbing Challenge by booking our 14 Days Mount Kenya And Mt. Kilimanjaro Climbing safari. This adventure traverses two of Africa’s highest Mountains!
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- Acclimatising safely
- Mount Kenya routes
- Mount Kenya trek kit list
- Mount Kenya trek options
- Avoiding malaria
- Travel vaccinations
- Sleeping bag advice
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Mount Kenya Routes
When is the best time to climb Mount Kenya?
Although Mount Kenya can be climbed all year round, it’s best and safest to climb Mt. Kenya during the dryer seasons. This is between January to February and August to September due to the period’s reliable fine weather.
What to bring along for Mt Kenya trekking expedition
Personal Equipment’s for Climbing Mount Kenya
1. Sunglasses or snow goggles is a must
2. Water bottle is a must
3. Purification kit or tablets are highly recommended and can be purchased from any chemist.
4. Torch or flash light (a must, especially for pre dawn hiking).
5. Walking pole(s) is optional since its available for hire
6. Emergency foil blanket is also optional.
Mt Kenya Climb Clothing packing list
1. Warm jumpers or woolen long sleeved shirts.
2. 2 to 5 depending on the number of days (1 or 2 t-shirts may come in handy).
3. Water resistant warm jacket or ordinary heavy jacket doubled up with a rain coat.
4. Lighter jacket or track suit may come in handy during warmer spells.
5. Strong trousers preferably loose fitting ones.
6. Water resistant trouser or leg gaiters if attempting a hike during rainy season.
7. 1 or 2 shorts which can be used at lower altitude during good weather.
8. Gloves are extremely necessary above 4,000 m and when attempting a pre dawn hike.
9. Mittens or woolen hats to cover the ears against strong winds.
Trekking Equipment’s for a successful Mount Kenya trekking Expeditions
1. Rucksack: Big enough to fit all equipment you will need to be carried by a porter.
2. Day pack: To fit necessities required, while hiking from one point to the other.
3. Big polyethylene bag: To pack in clothes for protection against wet conditions.
4. Sleeping bag: Warm and not bulky bags are highly recommended.
Footwear for Mount Kenya Climbing expeditions
1. Walking boots with large grips are especially necessary at high altitude, light weight.
2. 4 to 8 pairs of woolen warm socks depending on your programme. Sometimes you could adapt them as gloves during bad weather.
Adventure Mount Kenya Climbing Expeditions- Packages
14 Days Mt Kenya Trek and Wildlife Lodge Safari plus Mombasa Beach Vacation
14 DAYS MT KENYA TREK AND WILDLIFE LODGE SAFARI PLUS MOMBASA BEACH VACATION
At the start of your Mount Kenya Trekking safari, you leave Nairobi at 8 am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. Proceed to Sirimon Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3½ hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight,
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, 4200m,
Main Destination
Mount Kenya (Mountain)
Accommodation
Shipton Camp
Bandas in mt kenya
In or near Mt Kenya
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
Spend the day acclimatizing. Walk to Kami Hut down to Hauseberg Lakes (Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn). Walk back to Shipton for dinner and overnight. Day 4: Shiptons/Point Lenana/Mount Meru Bandas (Chogoria Gate) 6 hrs, 14km, 785m ascent Leave at 3 am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns arriving point Lenana at 6:30 am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Mintos hut, 2hrs, for breakfast and further hrs down to Mount Meru Bandas, 2950m, for dinner and overnight,
Main Destination
Mount Kenya (Mountain)
Accommodation
Shipton Camp
Bandas
In Mt Kenya
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
Descend 2hr, 15km to forest clearance to catch a 4×4 transfer vehicle to Chogoria Village where you will connect with your safari vehicle and proceed to Samburu game reserve. Lunch then proceed for evening game drives. Dinner and overnight stay at Samburu Sopa Lodge
Main Destination
Samburu Game Reserve
Accommodation
Samburu Sopa Lodge
Lodge
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
Full Day spent exploring the park. Dinner and overnight stay at Samburu Sopa Lodge or samburu lodge
The highlights of Samburu game reserve is the spectacular scenic beauty, rivers and forests. It is an area where the local people have a rich and colorful heritage. The reserves have numerous permanent springs and a wealth of wildlife which includes leopard, hippo, elephant, lion, reticulated giraffe, grevy’s zebra and crocodile in the Ewaso Nyiro River. Over 365 species of birds have been identified in the sanctuaries.
After a leisurely breakfast, then drive to Nairobi – lunch at the Carnivore restaurant then drop off at the airport to board your flight to Mombasa on arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to Severin Sea Lodge or similar to start you beach vacation
Main Destination
Mombasa beach vacation
Accommodation
Severin Sea Lodge
beach resort
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
After breakfast depart for Lake Nakuru. Arrival will be in time for lunch at your lodge, located inside the Lake Nakuru National Park. In the afternoon you will embark on a game drive where you will have the opportunity to spot leopards, rhino and the famous pink flamingos as well as a variety of other wildlife. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or Flamingo hill camp. Lake Nakuru’s claim to fame is anchored on its flamingo’s and the over 400 species of birds found here.
The lake itself is a soda lake on the floor of the rift valley. The Lake has also earned a reputation as an important haven for endangered species- particularly the Rothschild Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, water buck, buffalo, and baboons are all residents here.
Main Destination
Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Flamingo hill Tented lodge
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
Days spent sunbathing at the beach hotel
Main Destination
Mombasa beach vacation
Accommodation
Severin Sea Lodge
beach resort
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
After breakfast departs for Maasai Mara – the land of vast migrating animals. Arrival will be in time for lunch. After lunch embarks on a game drive. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge / Sentrim lodge
Main Destination
Maasai Mara
Accommodation
Mara Sopa Lodge
Sentrim lodge
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
Full morning spent on your own then transfer to Moi international airport after lunch to catch your flight back to Nairobi arriving in good time to connect you’re your homebound flight. End of a memorable Kenya trekking & beach safari
The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant.
It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena, and vultures.
Main Destination
Maasai Mara
Accommodation
Mara Sopa Lodge
Sentrim lodge
Meals & Drinks
Lunch & dinner
Drinking Water (Other Drinks not Included)
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