Which is the best tour company in Kenya/ Nairobi?

The best tour company in Kenya/ Nairobi is africa Natural Tours

How long does it take to climb mt. Kenya?

You can climb Mt Kenya in as little as 4 days but you can also do a traverse and spend 6 days on the mountain.

How much does it cost to climb Mt Kenya?

For a guided climb to Lenana Peak, you're looking at a cost of around $2,000-$4,000 USD. This cost generally includes food and accommodation, both in Nairobi and on Mount Kenya, as well as necessary technical equipment.

How do you prepare to climb Mt Kenya?

To make the climb less torturous, walk at a slow pace in a group with a stick to ensure you do not get exhausted faster. “To climb to the peak of Mount Kenya, start by going for short hikes.

How many people have died climbing Mount Kenya?

“Since 1985, at least 150 people have died on the mountain,” Kenya Wildlife Service Warden Bongo Woodley told AFP, attributing many of the deaths to altitude sickness and some even to suicide by jumping off cliffs.

How difficult is it to climb Mount Kenya?

How hard is it to climb Mount Kenya? Regardless of the summit to which you head on Mount Kenya, you will need a high level of fitness, as there are many steep sections. You'll also need to hike considerable distances over multiple days. Enjoy the challenge of a technical climb of Mount Kenya.

Best 6 Days Mount Kenya Trekking Chogoria Route

Name: 6 Days Mount Kenya Trekking Safari Chogoria Route
Brand: africa Natural Tours
Rating: 5 (5 reviews)

This 6 Days Mount Kenya Trekking Chogoria Route is a guided trekking experience lasting six days that takes hikers through the scenic and diverse landscapes of Mount Kenya via the Chogoria Route. The journey includes stops at various camps and huts along the way, such as Old Moses Camp, Shipton Huts, Lenana Point, and Mintos, offering opportunities for acclimatization and exploration. Participants will have the chance to witness breathtaking views, including sunrise from Lenana Point, with support from experienced guides and porters. The trek culminates in a descent back to Chogoria town before returning to Nairobi.

The start of Best 6 Days Mount Kenya Trekking Chogoria Route

ExploreBest 6 Days Mount Kenya Trekking Chogoria Route with africa Natural Tours,This route offers a unique experience and surveys two of the major valleys of Mt. Kenya. The Sirimon route up passes through rolling hillsides covered with unique high elevation vegetation. At this high elevation Mount Kenya climbing enthusiasts have a fine view of the scenery of forest moorland and the sight of glaciers at the equator is quite spectacular. As you trek on Mount Kenya you will meet with Columbus monkey, elephant or buffalo. This walk on Mount Kenya takes you up the mountain via the Sirimon route with unforgettable scenes of the diverse vegetation. You will also touch ice and snow on the equator.

Day One (1): Nairobi to Chogoria

We depart Nairobi from the airport or your hotel and head to Chogoria town arriving in time for lunch at the Transit Motel. The journey takes 3 to 3.5 hours. Afternoon will be spent walking around the town for acclimatization. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel

Day Two (2): Chogoria to Meru Mount Kenya Lodge (Bandas)

Mount Kenya After breakfast we take 4×4 Jeeps and drive for 11 Km halfway to the lodge where we start our trek through the dense bamboo forest for distance of 11 km up to the Bandas for lunch. Afternoon will be spent walking around the lodge with a view of beautiful sceneries. Dinner and overnight at the Meru Mount Kenya Bandas.(accommodation at Bandas is of single beds. Hot shower and bone fire self-catering bandas).

Day Three (3): Meru Mount Kenya Bandas to Mintos Hut

After breakfast leave the lodge for Mintos Hut for a distance of 15 km. Uphill having our lunch en route. Dinner and overnight at Mintos Campsite

Day Four (4): Mintos to Summit – Mackinders

After per-dawn breakfast we leave the campsite at 2.00 am. For the summit arriving at 6.30 am for sunrise, Kilimanjaro and the coast line Views. After 10 to 15 minutes of photography we descend via Austrian Hut to Mackinder’s Camp for breakfast hence spend the whole day enjoying beautiful views. Dinner and overnight at Mackinder’s Camp

Day Five (5): Point Lenana-Chogoria

Departing early in the morning, proceed through Lewis Glacier to Point Lenana (4985m) arriving in the morning. After the sunrise, descend down to Mintos Hut for full breakfast. Later descend along the famous Gorges Valley to Chogoria campsite. Dinner and overnight will be provided..

Day Six (6): Chogoria- Nairobi

After breakfast, set on morning journey to Chogoria (32km). 4WD vehicles are provided but during the bad weather, climbers have to walk some distance as vehicles may not reach the bandas. From Chogoria transport is provided back to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon.

Affordable Kenya Safari kenya packages2022-2023

Included

General

Transport from Nairobi To Chgoria Transit hotel

Park Fees

Complimentary at chogoria on the first day

Accommodation at Mount Kenya Bandas Single Beds.

4 x4 transfer on Chogoria route

Chief Mountain Guide and one Assistant Guide(Group

All government park fees

Kenya Certificate after successful summit challenge

3 Meals per day while trekking

Accommodation

During the climb you will be staying at campsites!

Not-Included

All personal travel and baggage insurances

International flights

>All Airport Taxes and Visas

Medical and trip cancellation insurance<

Yellow fever vaccinations

Items and services of a personal nature

>Extras at the lodges or camps; tips and gratuities, portage, telephone, laundry etc

>Drinks and beverages not in the Itinerary

Hotel accommodation in Nairobi before the safari – can be arranged on request

Tour driver-guide gratuities

Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary

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