Climbing Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 5 Days 4 Nights
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Climbing Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 5 Days 4 Nights; Mount Kenya Sirimon Route provides the easiest and most scenic access to the northern side of mount Kenya central peaks.
This section of Mount Kenya includes Batian, Nelion and Lenana. Sirimon route to Mount Kenya is 25 km from Nanyuki town heading friendly towards Meru town.
Among all mount Kenya routes, Sirimon has many advantages that makes it climbing friendly and comfortable. Mount Kenya sirimon route lies on the north-western side of mount Kenya, and generally escapes some mount Kenya rainfall,making it drier than other mount Kenya routes most time of the year.
On this route, there are two permanent campsites. From Mackinders valley, where the Shiptons hut stands ,mount Kenya peaks including terere and sendeyo, two ancient parastitic vents of the main peaks.
At this point the water is plentiful, and you can always refill your bottles,You also have a chance to cross the equator both at Nanyuki and on your way to the old Moses camp.
The magnificent views over the surrounding country from point Lenana and other high points around the main peaks and trekking on this mountain is a priority among tourists.
The forest surrounding the mountain support a large variety of wildlife such as elephant, buffalo, monkey, antelope, lion, zebra, eland, rock hyrax, giant forest hogs, leopard and various species of birds such as eagle, vulture, and sun-bird among others.
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Climbing Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 5 Days 4 Nights |
Day 1: Nairobi drive to Nanyuki
0800 Hours: Depart from Nairobi (either from hotel or airport) to Nanyuki stopping at the Equator briefly. Upon arrival in Nanyuki you will check-in to your hotel and lunch follows. Afternoon is spent preparing for the hike. A complimentary walking tour to the Equator.
Dinner and overnight at a hotel in Nanyuki
Day 2: Nanyuki to Old Moses Hut
After breakfast we transfer to Mountain Kenya Sirimon gate. After checking-into the park, the climbing starts by walking through the rainforest for 9 km's (5 Hours walk) to our first mountain hut called Old Moses (3300 meters). This is a 3 to 4 Hours hikes (9 Kilometers).
Old Moses is where you acclimatize as you also come across different vegetation.
Dinner and overnight at the Old Moses Hut
Day 3: Old Moses Shipton Camp
After breakfast at the old Moses Hut continue walking/ climbing through Liki and Mackinders valley to the second hut called Shipton Hut (4200 Meters). This will be a 6 to 8 Hours Hike – 17 km’s.
Dinner and overnight at the Shipton Hut
Day 4: Shipton Hut to Old Moses Hut
0300 Hours: Early in the morning we climb to point Lenana 4985 meters (17,058 feet) from where we can see Mt Elgon to the west and Indian Ocean to the East. We descend to the Shipton camp for breakfast and later descend to old Moses for the night.
Dinner and overnight at the Old Moses Hut
Day 5: Old Moses Hut to Sirimon Park Gate to Nairobi
After breakfast transfer from Old Moses to catch transport to Nairobi where the tour ends.
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Climbing Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 5 Days 4 Nights Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person | 8 to 12 Year Child |
| 1st January 2016 | 31st Dec 2016 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* Gloves, Sun glasses, Sleeping bags, Hats , Rain suits, Warm Jacket, Heavy boots, Scarf’s, Rain Trousers
Climbing Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 5 Days 4 Nights Rates Includes:
* Park entry fees
* All Camping Fees
* Driver/Guide allowances
* Safari vans for game drive
* Accommodation in Camping/Hotel
* English Speaking Porters and cooks
* 3 meals a day, bottled water for use during the safari
* Mt Kenya Certificate after successful summit challenge
* Transfer from the airport on the arrival day to the hotel
* English/ German Speaking Chief Mountain Guide and one Assistant Guide (Group)
Climbing Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 5 Days 4 Nights Rates Do Not Include:
* Drinks
* Laundry
* Tips or gratuity
* Travelers insurance
* Communication charges
* Visas, international airfares and airport taxes; meals
* Lunch or dinner in town (option and extra charges direct)
* Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
Booking & Reservations for Climbing Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 5 Days 4 Nights Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile : + 254 721-242-711
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