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SUMMARY:Mt Kenya
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us on a trip of a lifetime to Point Lenana\, Africa’s second-highest mountain at an altitude of 4\,985 meters. Ascending this peak through the Chogoria trail has become the most magnificent way to do it. Spend a night by the refreshing waters of Lake Ellis\, Halls Tarn\, or Lake Michaelson. Experience perfect stargazing and breathtaking sunrises.  \nCost Inclusive \n\nFull-board accommodation in a standard two-person tent and a regular camping mat on Mount Kenya\, with two persons sharing a tent.\nThree meals every day on the mountain\nPark fees for Citizens\, residents\, and Non-Residents\n Professional team services\, including guides\, cooks\, and porters\nTransportation from and to Nairobi\n\nCost Exclusive \n\nSleeping bag.\nPorters Bag.\nPersonal necessities such as clothing\, footwear\, and daypacks.\nAMREF evacuation cover. Ksh 1\,600/= (one-month cover) or Ksh 2\,500/= (year cover) (annual cover).\nAnything not shown in the “Package Includes” column.\n\nITINERARY \nDAY 1: Nairobi (1795m asl) to Chogoria Gate (2440m asl) to Lake Ellis (3300m asl) \nDistance: 200km drive\, 9km hike \nTime: 5 hours in a vehicle\, 4 hours on foot \nElevation Gain: 600m by vehicle\, 860m on foot \n0600hrs – Leave Nairobi \n1100hrs – Arrive at Sirimon Gate for registration and lunch \n1200hrs – Hike through the rain forest\, and moorland to Lake Ellis \n1700hrs – Supper and rest for the next day. \nDAY 2: Lake Ellis (3300m asl) to Mintos Hut (4200m asl) \nDistance: 14km \nElevation Gain: 900m \nHiking Time: 7 hours \n0700hrs – Wake up\, freshen and pack \n0730hrs – Breakfast \n0800hrs – Start hike \n1300hrs – Lunch point at the Lake Michaelson Viewpoint \n1600hrs – Arrive at Mintos Hut \n1700h – Supper\, prep for the summit bid\, and rest. \nDAY 3: Mintos Hut (3800m asl) to Point Lenana (4985m asl) to Roadhead (3300m asl) \nDistance: 14km \nElevation Gain: 700m \nHiking Time: 8 hours \n0200hrs – Wake up \n0230hrs – Leave for the summit \n0800hrs – Summit Point Lenana \n0900hrs – Breakfast at Michaelson-Mintos Junction \n1300hrs – Lunch at Lake Michelson. Spend the afternoon enjoying scenes around the lake \n1900hrs – Celebrate a successful expedition \nDay 4: Hike from Roadhead camp to Chogoria gate and drive to Nairobi \nEasy day: Visit Nithi Falls and Mau Mau Caves \nHiking Time: 6 hours \n0800hrs – Wake up and breakfast \n0900hrs – Descend to the Mt. Kenya Chogoria Gate \n1400hrs – Depart for Nairobi \nPREPARATION \n\nHave summited at least three high altitude hikes (above 3200m)\, or 6 moderate drifts in the past 60 days.\nHave all the mandatory gear listed in the brochure.\n\nGEAR LIST \nClothes: \n\n Waterproof hiking boots*\n Trail runners or sandals for use at camp\n Woolen hiking socks (6 pairs)*\n Leg gaiters\n Hiking pants (2 pairs water-resistant\, 1 pair waterproof)*\n Thermal pants (2 pairs\, medium or heavy-duty\, breathable)*\n Woolen or polyester underwear (briefs)*\n Thermal t-shirt (4\, long sleeve)*\n Polyester t-shirts (4 )*\n Fleece jacket*\n Down jacket*\n Waterproof jacket/shell jacket/poncho*\n Fleece hat + wide-brimmed hat\nA scarf or tubular bandana or regular bandana*\n Waterproof gloves (summit gloves and fleece gloves)*\n\nCamping Gear: \n\n Hiking backpack (25l or 30l daypack\, and a 60L backpack for your porter)*\n Warm Sleeping bag (four seasons/-5 degrees comfort recommended)*\n Headlamp and extra batteries*\n Hot water bottle\n\nAccessories \n\n Snacks\nThermal flask\n Hydration bladder/water bottle*\n Personal items (phone and charger\, camera\, ID\, pocket money\, hand sanitizer\, facemask\, lighter\, pocket knife\, whistle\, basic first aid kit)*\n Trekking poles\n Sunglasses + sunscreen\n Toiletries (wet wipes\, dry wipes\, toothbrush\, toothpaste\, petroleum jelly)*\n\nTIPS \n\nThe items marked with an asterisk (*) in the list above are absolutely necessary for a safe expedition in the mountain. They are not included in the cost but the organizer can help you find them.\nThe items without the asterisk are not necessary but greatly increase your comfort in the mountain. If you can access them\, we highly recommend that you bring them along. The porters will carry them for you.\nPick brightly colored clothes for the trip. The high visibility comes in handy not only in bad weather and in case you stray from the path\, but also for good photos.\nListen to the directives of the guide\, and ask questions as they arise. The biggest asset that you can get from guides is knowledge.\nBe aware of the changes in your body. In case you have extreme symptoms of altitude sickness\, let the guide know. And remember\, there is no shame in turning back!\n\n“It is not the mountains that we conquer\, but ourselves” ~ Sir Edmund Hilary \n 
URL:https://letsdrift.co.ke/drift/mt-kenya/
LOCATION:Chogoria Route
CATEGORIES:Challenging,Premium
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