9 DAYS COMBINED MOUNT KENYA HIKE AND MAASAI MARA SAFARI
This creative climb joins two of the most scenic routes up Mount Kenya, Sirimon and Chogoria, producing a remarkably diverse and spectacular trek. Sirimon coming off the west of Mount Kenya passes through the dry side of the mountain with its giant trees and rocky terrain, and the descent onto the Chogoria path is exactly different with its lush bamboo and highland forests.
The final night time ascent of Point Lenana can be as difficult as any ascent in East Africa, but the rest of the trek is generally considered easier than either Kilimanjaro or the Rwenzoris, and this is the most likely climb for actually seeing big game.Accommodation on this hike is in the camps/huts Nonetheless, if you prefer to camp you can do so on all nights on the mountain.after the mountkenya you can combine a wild camping safari in maasai mara with http://www.mountkenyapeaktours.com/safaris/mountainclimbingkenya
Day 1: Nairobi- Mt Kenya Bandas (2,900m) 3hrs, 10km walk, 650m ascent.
Depart from Nairobi at 0800hrs, driving through agricultural country up to Chogoria town for lunch. After lunch, we take 4×4 and drive up to the edge of the bamboo forest where we start our trekking through the dense bamboo forest for a distance of 10 km to the Mt Kenya Bandas.Dinner and overnight at the Meru Mount Kenya Bandas.
Day 2: Mt Kenya Bandas – Lake Ellis Campsite ( 3,600m) 3hrs, 9km, 700m ascent.
After breakfast and sorting of porter loads we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace . A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithanguni and the Giants Billiards Table, whilst if we follow the river near road head, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful. Lunch on the banks of a stream, then it’s time to cut up the left hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more the more “touristy” areas.
Day 3: Lake Ellis – Minto`s Camp. ( 4,200m) 4 hrs, 12km, 600m ascent.
Similar early start. Again well off the beaten track to follow a ridge up the mountain for about 3 hours to eventually join the tourist track on the normal Chogoria route at an altitude of about 4,100m. Breath taking views over the Gorges Valley and back over towards Ithanguni and the Northern Moorlands. Lunch is served at a small stream crossing, before continuing for a further hour to the Mintos Hut area at 4200m and our night’s rest. Afternoon is spent relaxing at camp, though a 10 minute walk to the “Temple” is well worth the effort. This is a 150 meters vertical cliff that gets its name from the position visitors often adopt when peering over the edge – they look as if they are praying.An early night is recommended as you are attempting the summit next day.
Day 4:Minto`s – Pt Lenana ( 4,985m)- Old Moses camp. 11-12 hrs, 785 ascent, 1,685 descent, 24km,predawn wake up at around 2:30.for the summit point lenana,which is 4985m above sea level.
This hike is done in 3 hours after get ready for the sunrise at 6:30 am.beutiful views are seen all around including mt kilimanjaro on the south when the day is clear.later after the photo session descend down to shiptons camp 4200m, for breakfast After breakfast, begin a 5 hour descent via Mackinder`s valley to the Old Moses camp (3,300m). The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery which includes the moorlands before reaching the camp.Dinner and overnight at Old Moses camp.
Day 5: Judamaier Camp (Old moses)/Sirimon/Nairobi 2-3hrs, 9km
After breakfast, walk down through the rainforest for 2 hours to connect with your transport vehicle back to Nairobi hotel.
Day 6. Nairobi/Masai Mara
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive along the floor of the Rift Valley to Masai Mara arriving camp in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Approx. Transit time: 5½ hrs
Meal plan: {Lunch, Breakfast}.
Day 7. Masai Mara full day
After breakfast with picnic lunch you spent full day exploring this unique park which really forms the northern part of the famous Serengeti National Park. Meals and overnight at camp.
Day 8. Maasai mara/lake Nakuru park
Depart in the morning and proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park with hot or picnic lunch enroute. Arrive in time for afternoon game drive in the park. Besides the Flamingos that the lake is famous for, there are approx. 400 other species of birds visiting the lake. Also, many species of game can be found in the park including the introduced Rothschild’s Giraffe, Black and White Rhino, Waterbuck, Reedbuck, Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, Baboon and many species of plains game.
Dinner and overnight at the camp/guest house.
Approx. Transit time: 6 hrs
Meal plan: {Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner}
Day 9. Lake Nakuru/Nairobi
After breakfast proceed for a game drive to Lake Nakuru which is world renowned for its masses of flamingoes and is often referred to as the “Pink Lake”. Beside birds, it is possible to see small game, like Water Buck, Impala, Rhino and Buffalo in the gardens surrounding. After lunch depart to Nairobi arriving around 4/5pm in the evening.End of the tour.
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