Mount Kenya has been thought and held in reverence by the local communities as God`s residence. The snow on the peaks astonished the explorers who could not figure out its existence right at the equator. The roads were initially dug for military purpose to help access the forest to flush out Maumau freedom fighters.

The mountain has not escaped the attention of notable film makers who shot awarding cinemas and documentaries. {“Nowhere in Africa”,” The Night Climbers of Cambridge”,” No picnic on Mt. Kenya” are just but a few )                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Book writers have also written with some best-selling titles “The Ascent”  Mt. Kenya was recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and later to UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This is an ideal place to relax and enjoy your weekend away from the daily stress at work station. There are several activities that will make your weekend worth. This offer can be grabbed by students, honeymooners, team building or even individuals who just want serene environment. You can do hiking/trekking, climbing, cave excursion, or just relax at the luxurious bandas. Driving has changed from widely known impassable road reserved exclusive for four wheel drives. The road has been murramed to all weather road. Two wheeled salons cars can access the park. Your expectations will not be let down as we finish the tea zone to dense tropical rain forest, to huge healthy bamboo belt, Haegenia rosewood combined with giant heather yielding to alpine moorland. Tussock grass is dotted with rare alpine vegetation consisting of lobelia and groundsel. Everlasting flowers are in abundance. Last but not least, the amazing sceneries.    

Day 1.     

We meet at Chogoria town at 11:00am. We proceed to Mt. Kenya Chogoria forest through Mutindwa market, forest gate to the park gate and ultimately to Mt. Kenya Bandas Lodge 2950m a.s.l. The evening can be utilized by some simple team drills. Dinner will be served while enjoying log fire within the comfort of your cottage. Occasionally you peep out of your veranda for wild animals which pay you a visit.

 

Day 2.     

After breakfast, we hike to Lake Ellis {Named after Thomas Everlyn Scott-Ellis, who was the first European to reach the lake in 1927}. The tents will be pitched at the lake shore’s campsite where hot lunch will be served. In the afternoon we scrabble to the summit of Mugi hill for spectacular panoramic views. Descend Hinde valley to Ketch tarn {Named after Richard Ketch, a KWS warden, prowess technical climber and a member of the mountain rescue team}  We return to our camp at Lake Ellis for dinner and overnight. You need your camera to help keep the spectacular panoramic sceneries of Ithanguni and the Giant Billiards Table, and not forgetting the main peaks. We hike back to the camp for dinner and overnight in the fly camp. For those who can brave the cold, they can try their hand in fly fishing for the colourful rainbow trout or star gazing.

 

Day 3. 

After late breakfast, hike to road head in pursuit of Nithi falls before we descend to its base. Hike back to the Bandas/ gate for our transfer back to Nairobi.

What is included:

All Park related fees,

Crew transport to and from the mountain,

Accommodation up the mountain in bunkhouses,

Three {3} meals a day whilst on tour,

Service crew {Guide, chef & porters}

Optional fishing permit.

What is excluded:

Gratitude & Tips

Personal bites/ energy bars taken while hiking,

Fishing line

Any other item or service not mentioned above.

Tents – Kindly bring also personal beddings.

What to bring:                                                                                      

Mount Kenya has its own climate on account of its height. Rain clouds can appear without warning and be gone hours later. An early morning frost is possible at any time of the year and guests should bring a fleece and light rain jacket, although during the heat of the day shorts and T-shirts should suffice.

  1. Sleeping bag; one rated four (4) season is fine. Bag should be a snug fit since if it is too large there will be more cool air for the body to warm,
  2. Clothing;
  • Rain Trouser
  • Rain Jacket [Poncho]
  • Balaclava [Hat Woollen]
  • Warm Clothes down jacket
  • Thermal underwear
  • Fleece Jacket
  • Hiking Boots
  • Gloves
  • Walking Sticks
  • Head Torch
  • Sunglasses
  • Ruck Suck 65L [Carried by porters]
  • Day Pack 35 [For your personal effects]
  1. Optional comfort accessories;

Walking poles, hot water bottle

Wet wipes; ideal for those who want to stay fresh but are unable to bear dips in the freezing mountain weather

4: Passport/Identification Card {ID}

5: Personal travel/ medical insurance

What is included:

  • Exclusive private trip,
  • All Park related fees,
  • Private transport to and from the mountain
  • Accommodation up the mountain in bunkhouses/ mountain tents,
  • Three {3} Halal meals a day whilst on tour,
  • Service crew {Guides, chefs & porters}

 

What is excluded:

  • Hotel lunch on the way back to Nairobi,
  • Gratitude & Tips
  • Personal bites/ energy bars taken while hiking, Alcoholic drinks,
  • Any other item or service not mentioned above.