Mount Kenya Charity Trek
A challenging trek up through dense forest, heathland and high, barren rock, to Point Lenana (4985m), the trekking summit of Mt Kenya.
The summit of Mount Kenya rises to 5199m and dominates the rich green farmland of Kenya’s Central Highland region. Surrounded by dense forest, rich in African flora and fauna, the central volcanic plug can be summated only by skilled technical climbers. The hardy trekker can reach the third highest peak, Point Lenana at 4985m, and it is this challenging route that we shall attempt.
Our trek takes us across the entire mountain range and its numerous bio-diverse ecosystems. From lush vegetation to barren rock, Mt Kenya has it all and it will, quite simply, take your breath away.
DAY 1: Depart London for Nairobi
DAY 2: Transfer to lodge north of Nairobi and prepare for trek
DAY 3: Cross equator as we drive to the start point, then trek to Chorgoria Gate (2950m)on muddy roads through dense forest to cmap
DAY 4: Trek via Chogoria Gate of Mt Kenya National Park across heathland to Lake Ellis (3500m)
DAY 5: Beautiful views open up ahead and behind us as pass through giant groundsel
DAY 6: Acclimatisation walk to eerie cliffs of Lake Michaelson; return to camp
DAY 7: Leave in small hours for summit of Pt Lenana (4985m); descend on scree slopes to 3340m
DAY 8: Descend final part of Mt Kenya to Sirimon Gate; transfer to lodge
DAY 9: Drive to Nairobi, explore markets; transfer to airport and depart Kenya
DAY 10: Arrive London
vital statistics
- Highlights: Altitude will be a factor.
Wind chill at night becomes a factor the higher we go too.
Chance to see game animals.
Equator crossing.
- Price from: £1,649.00
- Board Basis:
- Pricing Notes: Registration Fee For 2010 £349 + Self Payment Of £1300 Or A Minimum Fundraising Target Of £3250.
Registration Fee For 2011 £399 + Self Payment Of £1300 Or A Minimum Fundraising Target Of £3250.
- Action Grade: Active - You will be on the go most of the time.
- Where: Kenya, Nairobi, Mount Kenya
- Arrive: Nairobi
- Depart: Nairobi
- Arrival/Departure Notes: 17 - 26 Sept 2010
- Availability notes: Availability
comfort zone
- Comfort level: Basic , Mid-Range , Luxury
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