Mount Kenya Climbing
Mount Kenya Climbing is a high-altitude mountain. It stands at a height of 5199 meters. The mountain is extremely steep.
You can climb Mt Kenya in as little as 4 days. You can also do a traverse and spend 6 days on the mountain. Still, it is still a challenging ascent that requires a great deal of physical fitness to reach. Many different routes and trails lead to this peak. The choice of route depends on how much time you have. This will help you see as much as possible on and around the mountain.
5 Days Mount Kenya Sirimon Chogoria
This unique climb is one of the most popular trekking tours in Africa. It combines two of the most scenic routes up Mount Kenya, Sirimon and Chogoria, resulting in a 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, and this is the most likely climb for actually seeing big game.Accommodation on this hike is in mountain huts. Nonetheless, if you prefer to camp, you can do so all nights on the mountain.
Day 1: Nairobi – Sirimon gate – Old Moses camp. (3,300m) 3-4 hrs, 9km, 680 ascent.
After pick up in Nairobi, drive to Nanyuki town for lunch, crossing the equator en-route to the Sirimon Park gate (2660m). From the gate, we trek up through the magnificent montane forest, bamboo, and giant heather zone before reaching the high-altitude night moorland and our first hut (Old Moses camp 3,300m) for dinner and overnight. This 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 the junction. After a water break, you continue on the track, crossing Ontulili River before turning right, contouring through the Moorland crossing Liki North River, and continuing uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the 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 Camp – Acclimatization Day.
To aid in acclimatization, it is recommended to take a rest day at the Shipton camp. Short walks/ day hikes are possible on the summit climb to Oblong and Hausberg Tarns, gaining an elevation of 370m before returning to camp for lunch. The afternoon is for leisure. Note: Climbing high and sleeping low is excellent for acclimatization, but you can achieve similar results by toughing it out in the sun while watching the eagles!
Day 4: Shipton – Point Lenana(4,985m)- Mt Kenya Banda’s (2,900m) 11-12 hours, 785 ascent, 2,085 descent.
Kick-off at 3a.mm to reach Point 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, the pollution-free sky bangs on the ground giving you as good a view of the stars, almost as good as anywhere on Earth. The climb takes 3-4 hours, and to add to the exhilaration, Mt Kilimanjaro is also visible on the horizon. Descend to Minto`s hut for a 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 Giants Billiards Table Mountain, Dinner and overnight at the Mt Kenya Bandas. Here, can enjoy log fires, hot showers, and a bed at the Bandas.
Day 5: Meru Bandas- Chogoria town. 2 hrs, 10km
After breakfast, descend on a broad track through bamboo and virgin rainforest to meet the vehicle for transfer to Chogoria town and further to Nairobi arriving by 17:00hrs.
The following items are included in the prices:
§ Return transfers from Nairobi to Mt Kenya (private)
§ All park fees.§ All food while on the mountain.
§ Accommodation in mountain huts/ camping where applicable.
§ All guiding services.
§ Porter support for the climb.
Not included are:
§ Personal clothing and equipment, tips and gratuities for guides and porters (recommended to be 10 – 15% of climb costs)§ Beverages while not on the mountain.
For more information please contact Simba Paka Safaris.
