MOUNT KENYA TREK NARO MORU ROUTE 5 DAYS
Naro Moru route is the quickest way to the base of the mountain and to Point Lenana. It is also one of the steepest routes and extra care should be taken here while attempting the summit. Walking up towards Mackinders Camp through the Teleki Valley offers superb views of the peaks of Batian and Nelion. A steep section known as the "vertical bog" is crossed around mid way to Mackinders Hut and a stop over here is almost compulsory. Accomodations is good with bunk houses at Met Station and Mackinder's Camp.
Mt Kenya Climbing NARO MORU ROUTE
Mt Kenya Climb - 5 days / 4nights
Park:Mt Kenya National Park
Grade:B- moderate. Up to 6.5 hours / 15 miles per day.
Approximate Trekking Distance:67 Kms
Starts : Nairobi /Ends : Nairobi
Departure Day: Any Day
Accomodation :Standard Lodge and Tent While trekking
participants MINIMUM: 2 participants
Activities: Hiking and trekking,Tree naming, bird watch, wildlife encounter, photography
Mount Kenya Climbing Naro Moru Route Itinerary
DAY 1: NARO MORU
Depart from Nairobi at 09:00hrs and proceed South towards the cool slopes of Mount. Kenya. Cross the Equator and arrive at Nanyuki Simbas / Lodge in time for Lunch. Relax and Enjoy magnificent scenery of Mount Kenya region. A stop over at the EQUATOR for photography, Ovenight at Simbas Lodge
DAY 2: MET.CAMP SITE
Early morning before departure if weather permits you caphoto taking Mount Kenya when its clear then after breakfast, Drive to the gate then walk to the Meteorological Station. This is a very good day for acclimatization, for we will be sleeping at an altitude of 10,000 ft 9 kms 3-4 hours walk
DAY 3: MACKINDER'S CAMP SITE
Hike up through the Teleki valley to Mackinders Camp where there is a spectacular view of the main peaks. Walking time approximately 4-6 hours. Overnight Mackinders Camp. (14,000 ft.) 9kms 4-5 hours walk
DAY 4: MACKINDER'S CAMP SITE
A pre- dawn attempt of point Lenana is made to ensure a successful summit bid and to try to reach the summit in time for a clear view of the majestic scenery. After climbing Pt. Lenana we return back to Mackinders camp for breakfast and then proceed down to Met Station Lodge for overnigh.9 kms 3 to 4 hours walk
DAY 5: NAIROBI
After breakfast at Met station walk down to Park Gate to catch your transport back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon
Total Price = 750 USD Per Person
Reach the summit at all costs!!!!
Prices of the above inclusive of:
Return transfer Nairobi -Nanyuki/Naro moru-Nairobi
3 meals per day while trekking
4 days Mt. Kenya trek
3 nights accommodation while trekking
2 transfer from Nanyuki/Naro moru- park gate- return
All government park fees at Mt Kenya National park
English Speaking Mountain Guides and Porters
Accomodation at Nanyuki Simbas lodge D/B/B
Mt Kenya T-shirt and Certificate
Two Man tent.
Exclusive of Gloves, Sun glasses, Sleeping bag, Hats , Rain suits, Warm Jacket, Heavy boots, Scarf's, Rain Trousers.Price is exclusive of first and last Night accomodation in Nairobi.
You can hire some of the equipments available at a reasonable cost
NB: We ensure clients get enough and plenty of well cooked food.
Kivumbi Safaris Nairobi Kenya, Tel: +254 (0) 724475586 or +254 788904404 Email: info@kivumbisafaris.com
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