5 Days Mount Kenya Climb Chogoria Naromoru Route
5-Day Chogoria Route, Naro Moru, Mount Kenya Climbing
5-day Mount Kenya trek combining the scenic Chogoria route up and the direct Naro Moru route down is a premier trekking itinerary. It offers breathtaking views of gorges and lakes before a sunrise summit at Point Lenana (4,985m).
This route is known for its diverse scenery, including waterfalls, montane forests, and alpine moorlands.
Mount Kenya Climbing Naro Moru – Chogoria Route
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Mount Kenya Climb Chogoria Naromoru Route
Mt Kenya is the ultimate hiking and climbing destination in Kenya.
The highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest in Africa at 5,199m above sea level (asl), features ice-capped peaks, outlandish glacial valleys, an array of crystal-clear glacial lakes (Tarns), and a myriad of other attractions.
Summary
The Gorges Valley is a major feature on the Chogoria Route. This route leads from Chogoria town up to the peaks circuit. The 32 km (20 miles) from the forest gate to the park gate is often done by vehicle, but it is also possible to walk.
This route is taken by many of the trekkers who try to reach Point Lenana. It can be ascended in only 3 days and has bunkhouses at each camp so a tent is not necessary. The terrain is usually good, although one section is called the Vertical Bog.
The track starts in Naro Moru town and heads past the Park Headquarters up the ridge between the Northern and Southern Naro Moru Rivers.
Day 3: Road Head/Mintos Hut – 4 hrs, 12km
After breakfast follow the track through giant heather and forest up to Chogoria road head from where the path drops to cross a stream.
Day 4: Mintos/Point Lenana/Met Station
– 11-12 hrs, 29km, 785m ascent/1985m descent
Leave shortly after midnight at 2am towards the main peaks.
After taking photographs, descend via Naro Moru route to Mackinders for breakfast. Continue walking down to Met Station at 3000m for dinner and overnight rest, B,L,D
Day 4: Mintos/Point Lenana/Met Station
Day 5: Met Station/Naro Moru/Nairobi – 3hrs, 9km, 400m descent
After breakfast, descend through the rainforest which is 9km to Naro Moru Park Gate at 2,600m where you will connect with your transport back to Nairobi, arriving at approximately 3pm, B,L
Mount Kenya Climb Chogoria Naromoru Route
5 Days Mount Kenya Climb Chogoria Naromoru Route
Included in the price:
• Guarantee price/guarantee trek on confirmation
• Transfer to and from the base of the mountain
• Full board accommodation whilst on the trek.
• Meal plan as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
• Accommodations in camps/huts as per the itinerary
• All park entrance fees to include government taxes
• Service of an English-speaking professional guide, porters and skilled cook
• Start and finish Nairobi
• Treated water on the trek.
• On completion, successful climb Certificate
Excluded:
• Tips, laundry, sleeping bags and drinks
• Accommodation before/after the trek
• Climbing gears
• International flights
• Visas to Kenya
• Items of personal nature
• Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary
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