Mount Kenya Over View
Mount Kenya is Africa's second highest mountain standing at 5,199m, poised
magnificently on the equator. Her spectacular snow- capped peaks create a
stunning backdrop all year- round, and are crowned to be the only snow-
blessed point on the equator. Africa's most stunning mountain treasures
sweeping valleys infused with jeweled streams and lucent- colored birds
who will befriend you on sight. Mount Kenya's prestigious peaks are prized
as the top rock climbing cliffs in East Africa,promising you soaring views
from directly over top the equator.
Sirimon/Naro-moru Route
Sirimon route is considered by many to represent Mt Kenya one of the easiest route
to reach Point Lenana. The route is on dry side of the mountain and affords walks
through old growth forest on lower slopes and giant heather, Alphine flowers and
Lobelia in higher elevations. Naro-moru route also considered one of the quickest
route to descend.
4 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Sirimon - Naro Moru Route
Day 1: Nairobi / Nanyuki (1950m) / Old Mosses Camp (3300m)
Leave Nairobi at 8.00 am to Nanyuki, which normally takes 4hrs drive, arriving in time for lunch, then proceed to Mt Kenya National Park Sirimon gate (2650m). After park formalities, follow the track uphill for 9 kms, forking left at the junction to reach Old Moses camp which is situated at 3,300m.The ascent from Sirimon gate to Old Moses is 650m Dinner/overnight.
Day 2: Old Mosses / Shipton Camp (4200m)
After breakfast, ascend from oldmoses to the west side of the Valley, over a ridge, then down into the Mackinders Valley to meet the direct route, taking two hours. From here,
follow the Mackinders Valley to reach Shipton camp, a total of 6 - 7 hrs from Old moses to
Shiptons camp at 4,200m. Dinner/overnight.
Day 3: Shipton / Point Lenana (4985m) / Met Station (3050m)
Wake up at 0230hrs at night,have tea and biscuits, then leave at 0300hrs to the summit
which normally takes 3 hours, this section is rocky and frozen scree. Continue
walking until you get to point lenana 4,985m, at 6.30 in the morning for the
sunrise. Then descend down to Mackinders camp for your full breakfast later descend down to Met station Camp (3050m) for dinner / overnight.Taking 5hrs.
Day 4: Met station / Naro Moru gate 2500m / Nairobi.
After morning breakfast, continue walking down through the bamboo and indigenous
forest to reach Naru-moru gate to meet up with your transport back to Nairobi, arriving by 1500hrs.
Included in the price:
Þ Airport transfers.
Þ All camping equipment.
Þ Transfer to and from the base of the mountain.
Þ Full board accommodation whilst on the trek.
Þ 3 Meals a day ( special diet vegetarian and hallal).
Þ Accommodations in camps/huts as per the itinerary.
Þ All park entrance fees to include government taxes.
Þ Service of an English speaking professional guide, porters and skilled cook.
Þ Start and finish Nairobi.
Þ Water -You just need bottled water only the first day. The rest of the days we boil or add purifying tablets then filter using MSR water filtering pump before refilling in your water bottles in the morning.
Þ Rescue fee.
Þ H.F Radio communication for backup incase or rescue.
Excluded in the price:
Þ Laundry.
Þ Tips.
Þ Hikking equipments.
Þ Soft drinks.
Þ Accommodation before and after the trek.
Þ climbing gears ( we have them for hire).
Þ International flights.
Þ Visas to Kenya.
Þ Items of personal nature.
Þ Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary.
Þ No mosquito net.
NB: Proper equipments are vital to safe and enjoyable trek.
Sample Food Menu
During our expedition we normally provide enough, fresh and clean food. When it comes to cooking we cook different food at different elevation putting into consideration of the boiling point at different heights so that the food will be well cooked for easier digestion. We also have food supply on the Mountain to make sure that there is enough and fresh food through out the trek.
Considering all that, you need water to avoid dehydration, we will provide you with fresh fruits.
BREAKFAST: Fruit Juice, Fruit, Cereal/Porridge, Eggs bread/French-toast/Plain-toast/Pancakes, Sausages, Margarine, Jam/Honey, Tea/Coffee/Drinking chocolate. Boiled egg, spinach omelet or fried egg with beacon and bread.
SNACKS: Peanuts/Crisps/Popcorn/Cookies.
LUNCH: Sliced Carrot and Cucumber stripes, Avocado slices, Boiled egg, Vegetable/Meat cutlets, Sandwiches (Egg/ Cheese/Tomato/Tuna/Meat/Peanut butter), Fruit. Boiled egg, salami sandwich, cheese, French toast, Macaroni, meat sauce and bread.
DINNER: Soup of the day, Bread, Salad, Rice/Pasta/Potatoes, Chicken/Meat, Mixed Vegetables (Carrot/French -Beans/Cabbage), Lentils, Fruit Salad, Fruit with custard, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Drinking chocolate. Spaghetti with meat sauce or fish with rice, Fried beef with roast potatoes, rice, carrots, cabbage. Roast chicken with vegetable, fried rice, green pepper, carrots.
ON WAY TO THE SUMMIT (midnight snack)
Hot Chocolate, Tea or coffee and biscuits, Glucose, Chocolate bar, orange squash or soup.
NOTE: We are flexible and willing to accept Tourist suggestions on Food menu and equipments information during our trek.
NB: You have the right to bring your food if you see any need to do so. But on our side, the food will be enough and fresh to avoid any side effects.
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