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SUMMARY:Mt Kinangop + Elephant Hill
DESCRIPTION:Mt Kinangop is the 2nd highest peak in the Nyandarua Ranges and is known as the toughest hiking trail among the hiking community. On this hike\, you will experience two significant summits in one day.  With this hike’s 10+ hour length and its challenging terrain\, it’s no wonder that it’s often referred to as “the best trail in Africa.” If this sounds like an adventure you’re looking for—if it sounds like something fun and challenging—then sign up today! \nHighlights   \n\nIndigenous Forests\nMoorland\nPanoramic views\nHigh altitude experience\nBamboo forest\nElephant Hill Summit\nMt Kinangop Summit\nMutarakwa forest\n\nWhat’s Included \n\nProfessional\, knowledgeable\, friendly guide.\nA commitment to make the tour as exciting\, challenging\, informative\, and full as you’d like\, and as is possible in a day\nTransportation to the trailhead and back\nPark entry fee for citizens and residents\nAchievement badge\nLets Drift power bar\n\nWhat’s Not Included \n\nMeals\nPark entry fee for non-residents ($56)\n\nItinerary \n0430hrs: Depart Nairobi \n0730hrs: Hike brief and stretching \n1130hrs: Summit Elephant Hill \n0230hrs: Summit Kinangop \n1800hrs: Exit from Mutarakwa and depart for Nairobi \n1000hrs: Arrival at Nairobi \nAbout this activity \nDifficulty: Demanding/Challenge \nHiking Distance: 28km \nMaximum altitude: 3906m \nElevation gain: 1600m \nDuration: 10 hours \nTrail Head: Njabini Forest Gate \nTrail end: Njabini Forest Gate \nGuidelines \nMust have done at least 3 hikes in the past two months\, including 1 high altitude hike. \nWhat to bring \n\nWaterproof hiking shoes\nHiking Backpack\nLeg gaiters\nHiking pants\n3L water (bring a reusable water bottle or a hydration pack)\nT-shirt (long sleeve polyester or/and thermal T-shirt)\nFleece Jacket and a shell jacket (or a poncho for the Shell)\nGloves (warm and waterproof)\nHiking buff or scarf\nSunglasses\, sunscreen\, sun protection\nHat; Marvin\, fleece hat\, a wide-brimmed hat\, etc\nPolyester socks (+ an extra pair or two in your backpack)\nTrekking pole\nSnacks (sandwich\, trail mix (nuts)\, fruit salad\, energy drink\, warm beverage\, biscuits\, etc.)\nPersonal items (ID\, pocket money\, hand sanitizer\, facemask\, phone\, camera\, Lighter\, Pocket Knife\, First aid Kit)\nHeadlamp\nChange of clothes and shoes in case you get wet or muddy.\n\nWhere Do We Meet? \nFor group travel\, we will meet up at Bata shop Hilton (opposite Kencom). The guide will be at the meet-up point. \nThis trip is NOT self-drive-friendly. \nOur Safety Pledge \nYour safety is our top priority. Our experiences are led by professional hiking guides\, and well-known local guides who are well versed with the trails they are guiding. All our guides carry a First-aid Kit and have an emergency contact. If you have any further questions about safety\, please contact us for more information. \nKnow before you go \n\nThe guide’s contact is available at the bottom of this page. Feel free to get in touch with any queries regarding this hike.\nKindly note that we do not do pickups along the way.\nThe trail is NOT suitable for kids and beginner hikers.\nKindly observe the COVID-19 health safety regulations.\nYou will get an email confirmation of your booking once you purchase your ticket. \n\nCancellation Policy \nHikers that wish to cancel more than 48 hours before the hike will be issued a 50% refund of the total hiking fees. Those that cancel 48 hours or less to the actual date will not be refunded. No shows will not be refunded either. \nResources \n\nHiking Gear Guide\nHiking Gear Vendors\nTrail Difficulty Guide\nTrail Gallery\nStrava Routes\nGuide Bios\nParticipation Badges\nWhatsapp Text Helpline\nDrift Shop\nBook a Private Drift\nRate Lets Drift on Google\n\nWhat Drifters say about this trail \n\nInstagram – Kinetic Kinoti
URL:https://letsdrift.co.ke/drift/mt-kinangop-2/
LOCATION:Aberdares\, Nyandarua
CATEGORIES:Challenging,Premium
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