Mount Kenya, at an altitude of 5199 [17058ft] the country's highest mountain, has its higher slope permanently covered in snow and ice, even though it sits astride the equator.
The National park comprises the mountain above the 320m [10,500ft] contour plus two salients astride the Naro moru and the Sirimon routes.
The mountain consist of three peaks the Batian [the highest] Nelion and Lenana. Of these peaks, the original hard center core is all that remains; the bulk of the volcano has been eroded away with time.
Itinerary:
DAY 1: Departure from Nairobi is at 09:00 hrs to Nanyuki and stop at the Equator briefly. Continue to Nanyuki where you check in your hotel. Afternoon is spent preparing for the hike. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2: After breakfast, vehicle transfer to Sirimon gate and hike to Old Moses camp for overnight (3300m), 6 to 8 hrs hikes. Sirimon is where you acclimatize as you also come across different vegetation.
DAY 3: Hike to Shipton's camp (4200m) for overnight (5 to 7 hrs hikes).
DAY 4: Attempt point Lenana (4985m) at 03:00 hrs and descend directly to main road with transfer back to Nairobi hiking / descending time approximately 11 hrs. Arrive in Nairobi late in the afternoon.
What you need to bring :
Mountain climbing gears and sleeping bag.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Prices may vary depending on catering preferences, equipment rental, guide ot client rastio, etc. Contact us anytime for specific details.
Whats included on both kilimanjaro and mount kenya:
1: Accomodation in mountain huts
2: Three meals a day while on safari
3: Mountain Guides
4: Mountain potters
5: Mountain rescue fees
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