5 Days Mt Kenya Climb Chogoria Route

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When is the best time to trek along Sirimon-Chogoria?
5 Days Mt Kenya Climb Chogoria Route , Mount Kenya is fairly equatorial, which means there is marginal variation between seasons.
However, there are two main rainy seasons. The first being shorter rains from March to May
(short rains) and the long rains in November to December, making the forest trail muddy and, of
course, rain higher up and snow.
Thus, the best months to climb Mt Kenya are January to February and also June to October.
The Route: Chogoria – Sirimon
There are three main summit routes, namely Chogoria, Sirimon, and Naro Moru. Of the three
main routes for trekking Mount Kenya, the most scenic and exciting is the Chogoria route. The
route starts at Meru Mount Kenya Bandas just after the Chogoria Gate.
As it is a slower ascent, it offers more prospects for acclimatization and time to enjoy the
magnificent scenery. Another hiking trail is Sirimon, ascending on the driest side of the
mountain, meaning less chance of rain and having the most gradual ascent.
Why use Chogoria Route Ascent and Sirimon Route for the Descent?
1. Chogoria route is arguably the most scenic route of all routes on Mt.Kenya.
2. The Chogoria route offers climbers the best acclimatization because you get to hike at
higher altitude and sleep at lower altitude.
3. The summit attempt from Austrian Hut is the shortest of all base camps.
4. The Sirimon Route is the shortest route and will offer climbers a fast and desired exit.
5. The descent on the Sirimon route is gentle and offers fascinating scenery.

FOOD & SNACKS
Meals will be provided, as well as basic snacks. You should also bring your own energy snacks,
for example:
• Energy biscuits
• Chocolate
• Nuts
• Candy
• Energy sachets /Dextrose
• Rehydration salts
PS: Any special dietary requirements such as diabetic, vegetarian, lactose intolerant, non-beef
MUST BE communicated in advance.
This will allow for us to make necessary adjustments and arrangements.
CLIMBING GEAR
Please ensure you get proper gear as in the outline below. This serves as a guide and the specific
number of items to pack is the climber’s discretion.
1. Backpack, properly padded with a capacity of 65 or so liter’s
2. Rucksack for extra clothing and snacks during the expedition. (Max weight is 20kgs)
3. Sleeping bag(High Altitude fibril bags)
4. Waterproof Hiking Boots & Gaiters
5. Hiking poles
6. Head Gear
• Balaclava /Warm Hat
• Sunglasses
7. Clothing
• Scarf – 1
• T-Shirts -8
• Heavy jacket – 1
• Windbreaker jacket/waterproof – 1
• Sweat pants – 5
• Warm pants for evenings – 2
• Waterproof windbreaker pants – 1
• Heavy woolen socks- At least 6 pairs
• Gloves (Warm Ski gloves ) – 1
• Warm gloves – 1
• Thermal underwear
8. Water bottles / camel bak :Capacity of atleast 4 Liter’s (NO disposable bottles)
9. Water purifications tablets
10. Bathroom Kit(Recommend Wet Wipes)
11. Headlamp
12. Personal First aid items/medicine
13. Toiletries
14. Wide Brimmed sun hat
NB: At your request these items are available for you to hire.

Expedition Cost
Number Of Pax Rate Per Person in KES

5 Days Mt Kenya Climb Chogoria Route
To secure your position, we require a 20% deposit if the date of arrival is 90 days prior to the
expedition date on your itinerary.
If not, the full payment is required to hold and confirm your reservation 30 days prior to the
expedition date on your itinerary.
The packages above are per person sharing basis. Single occupancy option is available on
request.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy applies to the package offered upon payment of a deposit and
confirmation of reservation.
Upon receipt of a written cancellation by any client, the following percentages will be deducted
from the total cost of the package as per the respective number of days.
The balance refunded to the client immediately.
30 days or more prior – 25% of the total cost 14
– 7 days prior – 50% of the total cost 6
days or less – 70% of the total cost
No show – 100% of the total cost
Refund Processing Fees
When a refund is processed respective bank charges, transfer fees will apply and charged to the
client.