Activities: Hiking, wildlife and sightseeing
Mount Kenya which sits right on the equator is Africa's second highest free standing mountain at Batian (5199m). The spectacular cliffs and glaciers protect the peaks of Batian, Nelion (5188) and third highest being at point Lenana (4985m). The mountain is equally a World Heritage Site resulting from the stunning views of the glaciated peaks. Alongside it is an important water catchment area acting source of many rivers among them Tana River, Ewaso Nyiro River that all drain into the Indian Ocean. The mountains slopes are covered by bamboo forests (typical montane forest), scrub and moorland giving way on the high central peaks to rock, ice and snow hence supporting abundant wild animals that you will encounter during the hike. Mt. Kenya is an important water catchment area, supplying the Tana and Northern Ewaso Ngiro systems. The park includes a variety of habitats ranging from higher forest, bamboo, alpine moorlands, glaciers and tarns.
These route is one of the finest approaches to the peak area of Mount Kenya since it offers some of the spectacular views of the main peaks coupled with a with a gradual climb which is less strenuous.
Day 1 – Nairobi / Old Mosses Cabins (3300m)
Safari starts with pick up from a Nairobi hotel after breakfast or from the airport off an early morning flight before safari briefing by Moige Travels representative. Depart Nairobi driving north past the industrialized town of Thika and lush pineapple, coffee and tea plantation in Kenya's reach highland arriving Nanyuki town for an early lunch.
Day 1 – Nairobi / Old Mosses Cabins (3300m)
Safari starts with pick up from a Nairobi hotel after breakfast or from the airport off an early morning flight before safari briefing by Moige Travels representative. Depart Nairobi driving north past the industrialized town of Thika and lush pineapple, coffee and tea plantation in Kenya's reach highland arriving Nanyuki town for an early lunch. Drive further to Sirimon Park gate for trekking formalities. The easy afternoon trek starts from this point to Old Mosses for the next 5 hours trek in order to acclimatize. Overnight with meals at Old mosses in the high altitude mountain cabins
This route is tailored for trekkers who have limited time and therefore not able to access the highest peak of Mount Kenya. The route is less challenging can be attempted by any healthy person.
Duration: 07 days / 06 nights
Timau route is designed for adventure seekers seeking too explore the less trodden paths of Mount Kenya. The route offers unparalleled experience of the mountain on exclusive basis by avoiding other the crowded routes as you engage in other activities like fishing & even miniature golf up the mountain.
Duration: 04 days / 03 nights
Sirimon route is tailored for those with limited time but wish to access the third highest peak at Point Lenana. This is a challenging but yet non-technical route which can be attempted by any healthy person because of the finest approaches to the peak area. It offers some of the best views of the main peaks, with a gradual climb, which can be done leisurely.
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