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Climb the
legendary Mt. Kenya, Africa's second highest mountain. A magnificent climb
through varied ecosystems and awe-inspiring scenery. Taking the most popular Chogoria-Naromoru
route or choose from several others.
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With
its volcanic ridges and glacial valleys radiating across the land like spokes
from a wheel, the massive bulk of Mount Kenya straddles the Equator yet is permanently
crowned with snow. The 588 square-kilometre National Park, surrounded by 2000
square kilometres of Forest Reserve, is dominated by the twin summits of Batian
(5,199 m) and Nelion (5,188 m) whose jagged snow-capped peaks are all that remain
of a gigantic volcanic lava plug that once thrust another 300 meters into the
sky.
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Traditionally
venerated by the Kikuyu people as the dwelling place of their God, Ngai, and known
by them as 'Kirinyaga' or 'the mountain of whiteness', all Kikuyu
homes were once built to face the mountain and elderly Kikuyu are still regularly
found wandering the high moorlands in search of their God. The 2000-square-kilometre
Mount Kenya Forest Reserve, meanwhile, is the largest forest reserve and water-catchment
area in Kenya and features magnificent stands of buttressed and lichen-draped
juniper, podocarpus and African olive trees whose dense canopy provides the ideal
habitat for vast herds of buffalo and elephant as well as a bright kaleidoscope
of birds and other wildlife.
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At
higher altitudes, the forest gives way to lush bamboo groves where colobus monkeys
leap and leopard prowl and, higher up, the stunted woodlands give way to tussock
grass and alpine moorlands, jewel-studded by icy glacial tarns and moraines. As
for the globally unique alpine flora, it features 13 species endemic to the mountain
and displays such freakish montane mutations as giant lobelias, groundsel and
water-holding cabbages. Game highlights include: elephant, buffalo, black rhino,
leopard, colobus and Sykes's monkey, duiker, buck, giant forest hog and the
extremely rare Bongo antelope, as well as a wide range of birds, of which 57 types
are endemic to Mt. Kenya. Your
base for this climb will be Mountain Lodge, the only 'tree hotel' ever
to be built on the slopes of Mt. Kenya. Mountain Lodge offers excellent game viewing
and beautiful views of the mountain.
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The
2 most popular routes for climbing Mount Kenya are Chogoria-Naromoru & Sirimon-Naromoru
CHOGORIA-NAROMORU
ROUTE
6
Days/5 Nights
Itinerary:
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Transfer
from Nairobi to Serena Mountain Lodge. Overnight. |
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Day
2
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Transfer
by vehicle from the Mountain Lodge to Chogoria gate. Overnight at the roadhead
camp/Chogoria bandas.
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Day
3
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Hike
for 6-7 hours through the Moorland for overnight at Mintos Camp(4300m) in tents
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Day
4
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Predawn
attempt of point Lenana(4985m) and descend down via Naromoru route for an overnight
at Mackinders or Met Station
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Day
5
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Descend
to connect with transfer vehicle back to Mountain Lodge-overnight
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| Day
6 |
Transfer
from Mountain Lodge back to Nairobi. |
Prices:
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MT KENYA
CLIMB: CHOGORIA-NAROMORU ROUTE
: PRICES ARE IN US$
INCLUDE RETURN
TRANSFERS FROM NAIROBI
IN SAFARI MINIBUS, 2 NIGHTS FULL BOARD AT MTN LODGE, ALL MEALS & ACCOMODATION
ON CLIMB, PARK FEES, PORTERS & GUIDES
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MOUNT KENYA CLIMB,
SERENA MOUNTAIN LODGE,
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03-Jan-08
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31-Jan-08
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$1565
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$525
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01-Feb-08
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28-Feb-08
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$1580
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$560
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01-Mar-08
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31-Mar-08
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$1565
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$525
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01-Apr-08
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31-May-08
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$1480
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$460
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01-Jun-08
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30-Jun-08
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$1565
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$525
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01-Jul-08
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31-Oct-08
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$1580
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$560
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01-Nov-08
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22-Dec-08
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$1520
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$545
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23-Dec-08
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02-Jan-09
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$1580
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$560
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Christmas Supplement $35 pp Dec 24, 25, 26, 31 & 1 Jan; Easter Supplement
$30 pp 21, 22, 23 & 24 April
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SINGLE TRAVELLER – add + $210 for Return Transfers
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SIRIMON-NAROMORU ROUTE
6
Days/5 Nights
Itinerary:
| Day
1 |
Transfer
from Nairobi to Mountain Lodge. Overnight. |
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Day
2
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Transfer
by vehicle from the Mountain lodge to Sirimon Gate (2600m.) Hike for 3 hours to
Old Moses Camp-3300m for Overnight
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Day
3
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Hike
for 6-7 hours to Shiptons Camp(4200) for overnight in Bunk houses
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Day
4
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Predawn
attempt of point Lenana(4985m); then descend to Mackinders Camp(4300) or Met station
(3000m) for overnight
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Day
5
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Descend
via Naromoru route to connect with transfer vehicle at Naromoru gate back to Mountain
Lodge-overnight
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6 |
Transfer
from Mountain Lodge back to Nairobi. |
Prices:
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MT KENYA
CLIMB SIRIMON -NAROMORU
ROUTE: PRICES ARE IN US$
INCLUDE TRANSFERS FROM NAIROBI
IN SAFARI MINIBUS, 2 NIGHTS FULL BOARD AT MTN LODGE, ALL MEALS & ACCOMODATION
ON CLIMB, PARK FEES, PORTERS & GUIDES
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MOUNT KENYA CLIMB,
SERENA MOUNTAIN LODGE,
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01-Jul-07
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31-Oct-07
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$1480
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$255
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01-Nov-07
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22-Dec-07
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$1420
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$255
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23-Dec-07
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02-Jan-08
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$1480
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$260
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03-Jan-08
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31-Jan-08
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$1460
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$545
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01-Feb-08
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28-Feb-08
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$1475
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$575
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01-Mar-08
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31-Mar-08
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$1460
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$545
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01-Apr-08
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31-May-08
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$1375
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$475
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01-Jun-08
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30-Jun-08
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$1460
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$545
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01-Jul-08
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31-Oct-08
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$1475
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$575
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01-Nov-08
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22-Dec-08
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$1415
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$565
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23-Dec-08
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02-Jan-09
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$1475
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$575
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Christmas Supplement$35 pp Dec 24, 25, 26, 31 & 1 Jan; Easter Supplement
$30 pp 21, 22, 23 & 24 April
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SINGLE TRAVELLER – add + $210 for Return Transfers
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EQUIPMENT TO BRING ALONG FOR MOUNTAIN CLIMBING:
At least 3 pairs of socks, hiking boots, 2
pairs of pants, water proof-raincoat and trouser, woolen hat, sun glasses, hand
gloves, big rucksack and day pack, sleeping bag & water bottles.
THE
LODGE CAN PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: Rucksacks for food and utensils
package, Tents,
Sleeping
mat, Camping
stools.
NOT
INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE: Personal insurance - recommended
WHAT
IS INCLUDED:
Transfer from
Nairobi to Serena Mountain Lodge and back, 2 nights at Mountain Lodge with full
board accommodation, accomodation in tents and meals on the climb, all park entry
fees, porters and guides.
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