Mohakin Travel
Since 1999
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Duration
7 Days
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Max Altitude
4,985m / 16,354ft
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Difficulty
Moderate
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Group Size
1-12
Trek Begins
Chogoria Gate
Trek Ends
Sirimon Gate
Start & End
Nairobi Airport or Hotel
Trek Description
The most scenic route on Mt. Kenya. Ascend through bamboo forests and moorlands via the beautiful Chogoria route, summit Point Lenana, and descend through Sirimon. Perfect balance of scenery and acclimatization.
Fitness Level Required:
Moderate hiking experience
Trek Requirements
Physical Condition3/6
Power Required3/6
Experience Given5/6
Environment Charisma6/6
Complete Journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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What to Pack
Essential Gear List
Everything you need for a successful trek
Bags
- ✓65-75 litre rucksack with cover
- ✓35-45 litre day sack
- ✓Dry bags of different sizes
Shell
- ✓Waterproof jacket and trousers
- ✓Waterproof gaiters
- ✓Umbrella (optional)
Warmth
- ✓Warm jacket (fleece or down)
- ✓2-3 fleece tops or hiking shirts
- ✓2-3 base layers or T-shirts
- ✓Trekking trousers and shorts
- ✓Leggings or thermal bottoms
Extremities
- ✓Warm hat and buff or scarf
- ✓Sun hat
- ✓Warm gloves or mittens
- ✓Thin liner gloves
Feet
- ✓Several pairs of trekking socks
- ✓Waterproof trekking boots
- ✓Trainers or flip flops/sandals
Sleeping
- ✓3-4 season sleeping bag (comfort -5°C)
- ✓Sleeping bag liner (optional)
- ✓Stuff sack for sleeping bag
- ✓Self-inflating mat or foam mat
Personal Items
- ✓Sunglasses
- ✓Trekking poles
- ✓Headlamp with extra batteries
- ✓Power bank for charging
- ✓Water bottles (2)
- ✓Flask for hot drinks
- ✓Wash kit
- ✓Sunblock and lip balm
- ✓First aid kit
- ✓Passport and money
✓What's Included
- ✓Full organization from/to Nairobi Airport
- ✓Airport pick-up and drop-off
- ✓All transfers and excursions
- ✓Full board during the trek
- ✓Boiled water, tea, coffee and powdered milk
- ✓Transportation to/from trailhead
- ✓Mountain tents (2-man, 4-season, mess tent)
- ✓Sleeping mat
- ✓Support team (certified guides, porters, cooks)
- ✓All park and camp fees
- ✓Experienced English-speaking Kenyan guide
✗What's Not Included
- ✗Airfare to/from Kenya
- ✗Visa fees
- ✗Tips for support team
- ✗Sleeping bags and personal gear
- ✗Rental gear
- ✗Lunch and dinner at hotel
- ✗Single-occupancy fee in hotel
- ✗Drinks and snacks
- ✗Personal insurance
Investment
Pricing
Chogoria-Sirimon Traverse – 7 Days (1-12 persons)from $1,120/person
Prices are per person and include all mentioned services
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