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We lead Mountain Trekking Expeditions in the
major mountains in East Africa.
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DUO SUMMITS (Kenya & Kili)
14 days Mt Kenya Chogoria-Naromoru/Kilimanjaro Rongai
Section 1: Mt Kenya Chogoria-Naromoru Traverse
This trek uses the most scenic ascent trail on the mountain, chiefly camping and an additional acclimatization day at 3,300m. Going up through a lush green rain forest and thick bamboo on the way to the park gate then an easy paced hike through the expansive heather and moorland zones enjoying good views of the picturesque Gorges Valley, the Temple, lakes, mushroom rocks, billiards table and the high peaks, down through the short and boggy Naromoru route
Transfer to Mountain Rock Lodge. After lunch, clients begin an escorted 3-4 hours forest nature walk up to 2100m above sea level, which helps with acclimatization. (A second day can be spent at the lodge, providing an opportunity to visit the nearby local community farms. Such visits provide economic justification for Conservation by involving the locals in tourism). Dinner and Overnight Mountain Rock Lodge
Day 2:
Depart by 0800hrs for a drive to Chogoria. Pass through the central agricultural country to arrive at the Chagrin Village. Lunch on arrival. The vehicle will drop you within the Chagrin forest (2600m) to offer you the chance to hike the remaining distance to the Park gate (3000m). The montane forest is lush and green with several plant species such as Podocarpus, Juniperus and cider, while the Bamboo belt is dense and luxuriant. Both zones are home to hundreds of wildlife species.
Day
3:
Hike for 3-4 hours to the Roadhead Camp (3300m), which is located along Nithi River. There are occasional sightings of elephant, bushbuck, buffalo and impala during the walk through the forest. Optional climb to the peak of Mugi hill (3500m) before heading on to the camp or an alternative visit to the Nithi Falls to enjoy the splendid beauty of the lower valley.
Day 4:
Leave the camp early and hike for 5 hours along the edge of Gorges Valley to Mintos/Hall Tarn camp(4300m). A chance to catch one of the best views of the awe-inspiring Gorges Valley. Other fascinating scenery includes lakes, the Temple, mushroom rocks, Billiards Table, the high peaks ahead and several species of flowers.
Day 5:
Predawn attempt of the summit starts at 0300hrs and you hike for about 3-4 hours to Point Lenana (4985m), 'the hikers summit', arriving there in time to see the African sunrise. From the summit descend via the Lewis Glacier to Austrian Hut then on to the Mackinders camp (4300m) for breakfast. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 6:
Descend to the Naromoru Park gate for pick-up and transfer to Mountain Rock Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Section
2 Kimana Wildlife safari
Day
7:
Leave early for a drive to Kimana Wildlife Sanctuary, evening game drive en route to our camp for dinner and overnight.
Day
8:
Drive to the nearby Amboseli National Park for game drives, returning to our Kimana camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Section 3 Kilimanjaro
- Rongai Route - 6 days
(courtesy IntoAfrica Ecotravel)
The
Rongai route has only recently been re-opened with
access from the Kenyan side. Since initially being
furnished with campsites and huts by a local chief
back in the sixties this route has a history of
local community involvement. Our access from the
Kenyan side begins in the natural forest at Oloitokitok
where we have a base for our guides and porters.
Climbing for
between 4 and 6 hours each day we ascend through virgin rain
forest to the African Alpine zone with its surreal flora and
fauna. An extra day at School Hut Camp (4,750m) ensures good
acclimatization before summitting via Gillman's Point. Descent
via Kidia route and overnight in Arusha.
Day 9
After morning clearance with the Kenyan customs we transfer to Rongai (2,100m) in Tanzania, 6 km from Loitokitok, where our mountain crew will be waiting. The climb starts up through a virgin natural rain forest with colobus monkeys crashing through the trees, and out into the giant groundsel and lobelia zone. Iridescent sunbirds feed on the red-hot pokers and the strange rock hyrax scamper through the boulders. Camp overnight at the "1st Caves" (2,800m).
Day 10
We walk up through high altitude moorland heading for "3rd Caves" at 3,900m. Eagles and buzzards soar on the winds, the views start to open out and you begin to feel you're on a really big mountain! The climb takes 5-6 hours.
Day 11
Another 5-6 hour trek up to School Hut Camp at 4,750m. Here vegetation thins out in the high altitude desert zone and we walk through a moonscape scenery of scree and boulder desert.
Day 12
Acclimatization and rest day with optional walks in surrounding area. Sunbathing is just as good for acclimatization though! Big feed and rest for the next day's exertion!
Day 13
This trek uses the most scenic ascent trail on the mountain, chiefly camping and an additional acclimatization day at 3,300m. Going up through a lush green rain forest and thick bamboo on the way to the park gate then an easy paced hike through the expansive heather and moorland zones enjoying good views of the picturesque Gorges Valley, the Temple, lakes, mushroom rocks, billiards table and the high peaks, down through the short and boggy Naromoru route
Day 14
After breakfast, it's a leisurely 4-5 hours down to the Park Gate. Scarlet winged turacos flit though the forest canopy and cautious viewing of colobus and blue monkeys is required (they enjoy splashing observers who get too close with whatever liquid is available!) Certificates are awarded for a successful climb. Drive to Arusha.
DUO SUMMITS (Kenya & Kili)
14 days Mt Kenya Chogoria-Naromoru/Kilimanjaro Rongai
Section 1: Mt Kenya Chogoria-Naromoru Traverse
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This trek uses the most scenic ascent trail on the mountain, chiefly camping and an additional acclimatization day at 3,300m. Going up through a lush green rain forest and thick bamboo on the way to the park gate then an easy paced hike through the expansive heather and moorland zones enjoying good views of the picturesque Gorges Valley, the Temple, lakes, mushroom rocks, billiards table and the high peaks, down through the short and boggy Naromoru route |
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Transfer to Mountain Rock Lodge. After lunch, clients begin an escorted 3-4 hours forest nature walk up to 2100m above sea level, which helps with acclimatization. (A second day can be spent at the lodge, providing an opportunity to visit the nearby local community farms. Such visits provide economic justification for Conservation by involving the locals in tourism). Dinner and Overnight Mountain Rock Lodge Day 2:
Depart by 0800hrs for a drive to Chogoria. Pass through the central agricultural country to arrive at the Chagrin Village. Lunch on arrival. The vehicle will drop you within the Chagrin forest (2600m) to offer you the chance to hike the remaining distance to the Park gate (3000m). The montane forest is lush and green with several plant species such as Podocarpus, Juniperus and cider, while the Bamboo belt is dense and luxuriant. Both zones are home to hundreds of wildlife species.
Day 4:
Leave the camp early and hike for 5 hours along the edge of Gorges Valley to Mintos/Hall Tarn camp(4300m). A chance to catch one of the best views of the awe-inspiring Gorges Valley. Other fascinating scenery includes lakes, the Temple, mushroom rocks, Billiards Table, the high peaks ahead and several species of flowers. Day 5:
Predawn attempt of the summit starts at 0300hrs and you hike for about 3-4 hours to Point Lenana (4985m), 'the hikers summit', arriving there in time to see the African sunrise. From the summit descend via the Lewis Glacier to Austrian Hut then on to the Mackinders camp (4300m) for breakfast. The rest of the day at leisure. Day 6:
Descend to the Naromoru Park gate for pick-up and transfer to Mountain Rock Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Section 3 Kilimanjaro - Rongai Route - 6 days (courtesy IntoAfrica Ecotravel)
Day 9
After morning clearance with the Kenyan customs we transfer to Rongai (2,100m) in Tanzania, 6 km from Loitokitok, where our mountain crew will be waiting. The climb starts up through a virgin natural rain forest with colobus monkeys crashing through the trees, and out into the giant groundsel and lobelia zone. Iridescent sunbirds feed on the red-hot pokers and the strange rock hyrax scamper through the boulders. Camp overnight at the "1st Caves" (2,800m). Day 10
We walk up through high altitude moorland heading for "3rd Caves" at 3,900m. Eagles and buzzards soar on the winds, the views start to open out and you begin to feel you're on a really big mountain! The climb takes 5-6 hours. Day 11
Another 5-6 hour trek up to School Hut Camp at 4,750m. Here vegetation thins out in the high altitude desert zone and we walk through a moonscape scenery of scree and boulder desert. Day 12
Acclimatization and rest day with optional walks in surrounding area. Sunbathing is just as good for acclimatization though! Big feed and rest for the next day's exertion! Day 14
After breakfast, it's a leisurely 4-5 hours down to the Park Gate. Scarlet winged turacos flit though the forest canopy and cautious viewing of colobus and blue monkeys is required (they enjoy splashing observers who get too close with whatever liquid is available!) Certificates are awarded for a successful climb. Drive to Arusha. |
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