5 Days Sirimon – Naro Moru crossover
This is the most common traverse on Mt. Kenya. Unless preferred, camping is not necessary as accommodation is available in a lodge and mountain huts throughout the trip. Although the trip offers reasonably good chances of reaching the summit, those who may not manage the challenge can cross over via the easier summit circuit trail and join up with other hikers at the Mackinder's Camp or consider adding on a day at Shipton's 4200m to acclimatize better ahead of the summit.
Day 1: Arrival Nairobi
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International airport, you will be met by Hallmark Travel Planners representative and transferred to West Breeze hotel for overnight.
Day 2: Drive from Nairobi to Mount Kenya
Morning transfer from Nairobi, arriving at Mountain Rock Lodge for lunch. Then drive 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: Old Moses Camp to Shipton's Hut
A long day leading to the base of the high peaks. Today's trek is largely through the moorlands and the Mackinder Valley, with good views of the main peaks and a brief stopover for picnic lunch. Total walking time is approx. 7 hours gaining 900m in
altitude. Dinner and Overnight at Shipton's Hut (4200m)
Day 4: Shipton's Hut to Point Lenana to Mackinder's Camp
Pre-dawn attempt of the summit starts at 0300hrs and you hike for about 3 hours up steep scree slopes and across rugged rocks up to Pt. Lenana (4985m), the hikers' summit. Then down through Lewis Glacier up to the Austrian hut to join to the Naromoru track and descend for 2 hours to Mackinder's camp for breakfast then have the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Mackinder's Camp (4300m)
Day 5: Mackinder's Hut to Base to Nairobi
Leaving early, you gradually descend for 4-5 hours through the moorlands and the lower vertical bog up to the Met Station, from where you walk down on a wide dirt road leading to the Naromoru Park gate (2600m) where you meet our vehicle. You are then transferred back to Mountain Rock Lodge for a hot shower and lunch then back to Nairobi.
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| Tour Rates | |||
Season | Period | Adult Rate (per person sharing) | Single Room Supplement |
Low | 1-Apr-2010 to 31-May-2010 | US$600 | US$55 |
| Mid | 2-Jan-2010 to 31-Mar-2010 | US$600 | US$55 |
| High | 1-Nov-2010 to 15-Dec-2010 | US$600 | US$55 |
| Peak | 1-Jun-2010 to 31-Oct-2010 | US$600 | US$55 |
Remarks :
The above prices are based on a minimum of 2 adults traveling exclusively in a vehicle. For numbers more than 2, write to us for reduced prices
The rates above include the following services:
- All transport from arrival
- Accommodation as detailed - roomy tents when camping
- Camping equipment, mattresses and stools (not sleeping bags)
- Services of various local guides
- All National Park entrance and camp site fees
- All food - breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
- Extras at the lodges –tips, drinks, telephone, laundry or any other personal expenses
- International flight into/out off Kenya - Check out Great Prices for Flights into Africa Here
- Entry Visa to Kenya
- Departure tax
