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Mt. Kenya is a broad, largely symmetrical volcanic cone with a diameter of about 120km. and was formed between 2.6 and 3.1 million.  It was possible that the original volcano was over 7000m in height, more than 2000 meters higher than today.  Of the main peaks to the mountain, Batian 5,199m and Nelion 5,188m are only accessible to technical mountaineers, whilst Lenana, 4,985m, is accessible to trekkers.

The itinerary described below is that which many of our clients use, however weather conditions, client fitness, and other factors, may require that we alter timings and route, indeed many clients request slightly different routings etc or to stay longer in particular area. 

Highly recommended for both experienced and inexperienced high altitude

trekkers as it offers maximum chances of acclimatisation, virtually

guaranteeing successful ascent to the summit. From Shipton's, you skirt the

high peaks to the east, bypassing Kami and Two-tarn huts as you marvel at

the splendid view of the rocky towers, tarns and suspended glaciers of the

west face of Batian peak to attempt the summit from Mackinders camp in the

Teleki valley and eventually descending through the Sirimon.

Day 1: Morning transfer from Nairobi, arriving at  Lodge for

lunch. In the afternoon is a nature walk (3-4 hours) through the forest to

the MauMau caves, the former hideouts for Kenya's pre-independence guerrilla

fighters who fought against the British colonial masters. The escort

naturalist guide for the trek talks about their history and the flora and

fauna of the forest. Dinner and overnight at  Lodge.

Day 2: Leave the lodge by 1000hrs together with your guide and porters and

drive for less than two hours to Sirimon Park gate (2600m). On completion of

park entry formalities, have picnic lunch then begin a 3-4 hour hike through

forest. Ascend 700m bypassing the bamboo, rosewood and heather zones to Old

Moses camp. The forest and bamboo are home to hundreds of buffaloes,

elephants, bushbucks and a plethora of bird species. Dinner and overnight at

Old Moses Camp (3300m)

Day 3: After an early breakfast commence a 6-7 hour trek to 

Shipton's camp.The hike is awesome but a good test on individual

 endurance on the mountain as you cover a 900m. ascent in 6-7 hours.

 The moorland walk takes you across hills and valleys in the sprawling 

moorlands where you see several unique and interesting plants and 

animals including the Giant groundsels and lobelias and the mountain 

hyrax.Dinner and overnight at Shiptons Camp (4200m)

Day 4: Departing at 0800hrs ascend the Hausberg col (4700m) then descend

steeply to Hausberg valley and Oblong tarns before making a further steep

ascent, crossing huge boulders via Two Tarn on the way to Mackinder's camp

(4,300m) which is located along the Naromoru route within the Teleki Valley.

Dinner and overnight at Mackinder's Camp (4300m)

Day 5: Leaving the camp at 0300hrs you hike up the steep scree slopes and

glacier to Point Lenana (4985m), the hikers summit. It is planned that you

arrive in time to witness the African Sun rising over the equator,reflect

its golden glow on the Majestic peaks of Batian and Nelion. Later descend to

Shipton's camp (4200m) for breakfast then relax for the rest of the day.

Dinner and overnight at Shipton's Camp (4200m)

Day 6: Have early breakfast before your descend to Sirimon roadhead (2600m)

in 4-5 hours, from where you  connect the vehicle for transfer back to

Mountain Rock Lodge for a hot shower and lunch and relax for the rest of the

afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 7: Morning at leisure. Chance for horse riding, nature walks, sport

fishing, boating etc. Lunch then return to Nairobi.

All prices in Sterling Pounds (£)/person and subject to change.

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