MOUNT KENYA

WITH SAFARI & RELAXING BEACH R&R

Trip Overview

Mount Kenya is often considered the most striking and rugged mountain in East Africa. It’s summit is a triple crown of three jagged peaks, guarded on most sides by near vertical rock faces.

Your high point is Point Lenana, at 4,985m, which you’ll reach after four days of trekking.

During the trek you’ll pass through tropical woodland, moorland, rocky alpine terrain and bamboo forests. This variety of scenery, combined with sightings of monkeys, buffalo and possibly elephants, makes this a very special experience.

You will also be supported by a team of expert local mountain guides, and a small army of porters and cooks who will carry all of your equipment and prepare your meals. The cooks do a fantastic job at rustling up wholesome, quality meals to keep everyone well nourished.

The route is suitable for fit walkers with no climbing experience, and you won’t need to use ropes or crampons at any point, leaving you to enjoy the scenery without the burden of extra equipment.

After the trek, you’ll head to the coast for some beachside rest and relaxation, before driving in to the bush for a 2 night safari in Tsavo National Park.

The Itinerary

Day 1:

Welcome to Kenya!

Arrive at Nairobi Airport and transfer to the hotel. A quick trip briefing and gear check can be carried out if required. Overnight at Hotel. Double room, B&B.

Day 2:

Sirimon Park Gate to Old Moses Camp (2,700m - 3,200m)

In the morning you'll be picked up from the hotel and transferred to the Sirimon Park Gate (alt.2700m). After a picnic lunch, you'll start an acclimatization hike in the tropical woodland, occasionally enjoying the sightings of monkeys, buffalos or possibly elephants. Arrive at Old Moses Camp (alt.3200m) in the early evening. Full Board.

Day 3:

Old Moses Camp to Likki North Hut (3,200m - 3,993m)

After breakfast, you'll start the hike across moorland vegetation, enjoying the picturesque views of the Sirimon and Mackinders valleys, arriving at Likki North Hut in the early afternoon. Lunch at this camp and later take an acclimatisation walk around the camp. Full Board.

Day 4:

Likki North Hut to Shipton's Camp ( 3,990m - 4,200m)

Today you will start hiking up a steep slope towards Shipton’s Camp (4,200m) arriving in time for lunch. The giant groundsels along this route are some of the most spectacular on Mt Kenya. Afternoon walk to the Kami Hut and later back to the camp for dinner and overnight. Full Board.

Day 5:

Shipton's Camp to Summit to Met Station ( 4,200m - 4,985m - 3,050m)

Summit Day! At 0300hrs you'll be woken up by the camp crew and have some tea and biscuits. You'll then start the attempt on the scree and rock to the summit; Point Lenana (alt.4985m), which is the highlight of your trip! After taking photos with the sunrise, descend slowly down to Mackinder’s Camp for breakfast. Then continue down the steep bog to the Met Station (alt.3050m). Afternoon resting, dinner and overnight at Met Station. Full Board.

Day 6:

Met Station to Naro Moru Gate and then to Fairmont Hotel (3,050m - 2,400m)

This morning you'll depart the camp and walk through the bamboo forest to connect with the private transfer vehicle at the Naro Moru Gate. From here you will head to Fairmont Mt Kenya Safari Club for a well-deserved shower and celebratory dinner & drinks!
Overnight Fairmont Mt Kenya, Double room. Full Board (exc drinks at Fairmont).

Day 7:

Fly to Diani Beach, R+R

A short transfer to Nanyuki Airstrip before your flight to Ukunda (Diani Beach) via Nairobi Wilson. It’s only a 10 minute drive from Ukunda to Azhari Beach Suite, you slice of paradise for the next few days. Overnight Azhari. B&B basis.

Day 8:

Diani Beach

A full day on the coast to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Just ask Nicole if you want to organise extra activities like diving, snorkelling, or any water sports. Overnight Azhari. B&B.

Day 9:

Diani Beach

Another full day to enjoy the white sands of the Indian Ocean. Overnight Azhari, B&B.

Day 10:

Safari in Tsavo National Park

Morning transfer from the coast to Tsavo National Park. Leaving the coast behind, you’ll head inland with your private driver and Guide. You’ll have time for a game drive and maybe some sundowners before checking in for your overnight at Lion’s Bluff Safari Lodge, with its breathtaking far reaching views. Full Board excluding drinks.

Day 11:

Full day on Safari in Tsavo

Full day in Tsavo to try and spot a few of the Big 5! You’ll also slowly make your way across the Park to Severin Safari Lodge, where you’ll stay overnight in an Executive Suite. Full Board excluding drinks.

Day 12:

Morning Safari, transfer to Nairobi and flight home

Although it’s the last day of your adventure, it’s another full day on the move! With time for a morning game drive, you’ll then transfer to a local airstrip for your flight to Nairobi Wilson. A driver will pick you up and take you to Ole Sereni Hotel for your final meal in Kenya, for a few cold Tuskers whilst you enjoy the sunset over Nairobi National Park. Then late evening transfer to NBO for your flight home to London. Breakfast, lunch. Dinner at own expense at Ole Sereni.

Included:

Trained Guides

All relevant Park fees & rescue fees

Emergency medical evacuation to nearest facility

Supplemental oxygen & pulse oximeters

All accommodation and meals as described in final itinerary

Transfers as described in final itinerary

Drinks on the hike (potable water, tea, coffee & hot chocolate)

Excluded:

International flights

Entry visas

Items of a personal nature