Mount Kenya: The Ultimate Challenge Climbing Mount Kenya: The Ultimate Challenge
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Country: Kenya
Duration:
4 days
Description
Climb the second highest mountain & the hardest in Africa in 3 days
Experience the sunset from above the peak of Mt.Kenya
Enjoy the ultimate challenge, explore the breathtaking sceneries and wildlife
Day One
Depart from Nairobi, driving through agricultural country up to Chogoria town for lunch. After lunch, we stop at Kenya Forest Service check-in, drive upto Bandas Camp where we start our trekking to Lake Ellis. Have evening tea on arrival, adjust to the climate and prepare for dinner.
Day Two
An early start. After breakfast we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace. Lunch is served at a small stream crossing, before continuing for a further hour to the Mintos Hut area and our night’s rest. We take some evening tea and bites.
An early night is recommended as you are attempting the summit next day.
Day Three
Wake up. Predawn attempt of the summit and you hike for about three hours up to Point Lenana the hiker’s summit, arriving there in time to watch the African sunrise. Descend to Shipton camp for breakfast.
After breakfast, begin descending to Old Moses camp The descent is gentle, and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery which includes the moorlands before reaching the camp.
Day Four
After early morning breakfast, descend to the Sirimon Gate to board for a vehicle to Nairobi.
Highlights
- Embark on an ultimate challenge
- Climb Mt. Kenya in 3 days. Explore the beauty of Kenya from the highest point
- Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the wildlife from above the clouds of Mt. Kenya
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.