Mt Kenya
About Mt Kenya
Majestically standing, Mount Kenya that straddles across Meru and Nyeri counties and part of Kirinyaga is the second highest peak in Africa standing at 5,199m high. It is an ancient extinct volcano. There are 12 remnant glaciers on the mountain, all receding rapidly, and four secondary peaks that sit at the head of the U-shaped glacial valleys.
With its rugged glacier-clad summits and forested middle slopes, this mountain is one of the most impressive landscapes in East Africa. The park hosts approximately 20 lakes and tarns. Three major peaks dot the mountainous scenes. These are; Batian (5,199m) & Nelion (5,188m). The two are mainly for visitors interested in technical climbing activities. The third peak is Point Lenana (4,984m).
The scenery and ecological formations surrounding this World Heritage Site are breathtakingly beautiful. The Park is also a Biosphere Reserve.
Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
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Day : 1 Nairobi to Old moses. ( 3,300m) 3-4 hrs, 9km
Pick up from the hotel to office for briefing later depart to mt Kenya board a shuttle to nanyuki or private safari transfer to Nanyuki town for your lunch you will pass through agricultural land which is central part of Kenya also you will be able to stop at imaginary line which is equator divides the earth to Nourthen hemishere and southern hemispheres you will arrive at the gate in the evening then start your trek to old moses camp where you will spend your first night dinner and breakfast accommodation at bandas or tents.
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Day : 2 Old moses – shipton camp
Wake up very early in the morning take breakfast start your trek at 0730 am walk through mackinders. This best view of glaciers peaks of mt Kenya which is uhuru peak batian nelions . on the way you will be able to spots different type of birds and animal and vegetation The lunch you will take before arriving at shipton camp where you will spend your night Day 3 shpton - Acclimatisation Day This is taking of taking a rest walk around get used with attitude you can hike to oblong and hausberg tarns .then return for lunch then leisure.
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Day : 3 shipton - Acclimatisation Day
This is taking of taking a rest walk around get used with attitude you can hike to oblong and hausberg tarns .then return for lunch then leisure.
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Day : 4 shipton –Uhuru peak bandas
For better acclimatization, you'll be able to take a day of rest d 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 the camp for lunch. The afternoon is at leisure. N.B: Climbing high and sleeping low is great for acclimatization – but you'll be able to do this can do that almost in addition as well tough in within the sun watching the eagles!.
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Day : 5 Meru Bandas- Chogoria town
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. (Halfway walk and Halfway you can Opt to use a 4x4 the other Half and this can be at an extra cost.
Inclusions and Exclusions
| Inclusions | Exclusions |
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| Arrival & Departure airport transfers complementary to all our clients. | Visas and related costs. |
| Transportation as per itinerary. | Personal Taxes. |
| Accommodation per itinerary or similar with a request to all our clients. | Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature. |
| Meals as per itinerary B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner. | International flights. |
| Services literate English driver/guide. | |
| National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary. | |
| Excursions & activities as per itinerary with a request | |
| Recommended Mineral Water while on safari. |
