Manaslu Adventures offers you the climb to the 2nd highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kenya. Located in the heart of the African savanna, Mount Kenya gives its name to this African country. It is the second highest mountain in Africa after Mount Kenya, and rises to 5,195 meters above sea level with its summit covered in snow. Its ascent allows you to enjoy beautiful views.
Located in the protected area of Mount Kenya National Park, Kenya is a mountain massif of volcanic origin that has three main summits: Batian Peak (5,195 m), Nelion Peak (5,188 m) and Lenana Peak (4,985 m). . The ascent to its two main peaks requires the use of mountaineering techniques and climbing knowledge, while that of Pico Lenana, which is what we propose, is a true trekking at altitude and does not present technical difficulties. We will follow the Sirimon – Naro Moru route, which includes 1 day of additional acclimatization compared to the more classic ascent. The landscape during the ascent is truly spectacular. Due to its height, it is possible to find large glaciers on its western slope. Its ascension will allow us to enjoy the unparalleled landscapes of wild nature, which have made Mount Kenya a must-see destination for explorers and mountaineers, also ideal as acclimatization prior to the ascent of Mount Kenya.
From June to October and from December to April.
The trip will last 7 days, 5 days of crossing and 2 days of travel.
From 2 to 10 people.
Good Nairobi Hotel for the first day of arrival and last. For the trekking and ascent we will rest in camps along the itinerary that have all the facilities.
Trekking is a journey with a medium or low difficulty; In general, this route should not present any added difficulty for those people who are familiar with trekking, although there is one point that adds some difficulty, which would be the unevenness of the stages of the route.
For this route, typical trekking equipment and clothing is required:
Backpack 35-45 liters capacity
Hiking boots, preferably high-top ones.
Telescopic trekking poles (optional but recommended)
Front and spare batteries
Gloves
Cap
Sunglasses and sun cream
Energy drink and food (fruit, bars and/or nuts)
Appropriate clothing, especially thermal and waterproof, (type Gore, fleece and various
thermal shirts)
Pick up at the airport and transfer to the Cort Meridian hotel. Dinner
After an early breakfast we will follow the route across Ontulili and the Likii River, continuing across the moorland until we reach the Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views across the valley towards Shipton Camp. This camp is a surreal environment under the peaks and glacier. Simply spectacular! Dinner and accommodation in the cabins. (7 hours, 14 km)
For better acclimatization, we can take a rest day at the Shipton camp or do a short one-day trek to the Oblong and Hausberg lakes (lakes) that reach an elevation of 3,600 meters before returning to the camp for lunch. Late
free.
We will wake up at 2 am. Breakfast and start of the ascension. The climb will last 3 to 4 hours, with the thrill of seeing Mount Kenya also visible from the horizon. After a photo session, we will transfer to Minto’s cabin for a full breakfast. After a short rest, we will descend to the Bands of Mount Kenya along the Gorges Valley, where we can enjoy good views of the Temple, Lake Michaelson, Mushroom Rocks and Giants Table. Dinner and overnight at the Meru Bands of Mt Kenya. We will enjoy a beer in a fireplace, hot shower and bed in the Bandas.
After breakfast, we will descend on a wide track through bamboo and virgin forest to meet our vehicle and transfer to the town of Chogoria and then to Nairobi arriving in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the Meridian hotel.
Airport transfer
Passport required valid for 6 months after the departure of the trip. The cost of visas is not included in the price of the trip. The Kenya visa (US$50) is obtained at the airport upon arrival.
In Kenya, the northern area is warm and has little rainfall. In the south there are three meteorological regions: the humid coast, the relatively temperate highlands and the Lake Victoria region which is tropical. The rainy seasons extend from October to December and from April to June.
Mandatory vaccinations and health recommendations: Yellow fever CIV is mandatory, antimalarial prophylaxis is recommended for safari days. During trekking there is no risk of contracting malaria since there are no mosquitoes at altitude. Manaslu Adventures can only inform about the mandatory health requirements demanded by the destination country, and add any recommendations based on its own experiences. Health recommendations and prophylaxis should be consulted with a medical professional, or refer to the notices of official health organizations. Official information on health precautions and vaccines can be found on the website of the Ministry of Health and Consumer Affairs. The Generalitat of Catalonia makes available to travelers the
Sanitat Respon telephone number 902 111 444, and the website Consells ivaccinacions a viatgers internationales where you can find information about vaccination centers.
+3 hour.
English and Swahili
Kenyan shilling. Wide acceptance of US dollars and euros. Cash in small, recently issued bills is recommended.
Mountain guide accredited to work in the National Park
Accident Insurance
Assistants, cooks and porters during the journey
Accommodation in the refuges on a full board basis during the days of the crossing
Hotels in Nairobi with breakfast included.
Kenya airport transfers round trip
Entrance tickets to Mount Kenya National Park
Technical advice on mountain equipment
Accident and mountain rescue insurance for both participants during the journey
All Mountain Guide diets
Collective material: First aid kit, Maps, Compasses, Thermal Blankets…
Gift from Manaslu Adventures. Agency technical t-shirt.
All drinks and food not included in the different accommodations
Cancellation insurance. We can manage it ourselves (€40)
Any other services not included in the previous description
Individual material rental. We can provide individual material.
Visa costs that are processed at the local airport
Payment of 40% of the total amount as payment and deposit. The rest of the amount, 20 days before the first day of the trip.
Transfer: Santander Bank
ES68 0049 3079 8529 9415 3148
You can find out our reservation and cancellation conditions through this LINK.
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