Mohakin Travel
Since 1999
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Duration
9 Days
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Max Altitude
5,188m / 17,021ft
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Difficulty
Hard
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Group Size
1-12
Trek Begins
Chogoria Forest
Trek Ends
Sirimon Park Gate
Start & End
Nairobi Airport or Hotel
Trek Description
Technical rock climbing expedition to Nelion Peak, the second highest peak of Mt. Kenya. Requires advanced climbing skills and experience. Our NOLS Africa trained guides ensure safe and successful ascents.
Fitness Level Required:
Able to hike 10 km / 6.2 miles at a time
Trek Requirements
Physical Condition5/6
Power Required5/6
Experience Given6/6
Environment Charisma6/6
Complete Journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Click each day to see details
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
- ✗Climbing guide ($500 for expedition)
- ✗Climbing equipment ($50 per person)
Investment
Pricing
Rock Climbing Nelion – 9 Days (1-12 persons)from $1,440/person
Prices are per person and include all mentioned services
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