Mt. Kenya Climb – 6 Days – In Sirimon – Out Chogoria Route
Mt Kenya 6 days Safari ,the lower alpine or moorland zone (3,400-3,800m) is characterized by high rainfall. It has a thick humus layer, low topographic diversity, and low species richness.
Tussock grasses Festuca pilgeri, and sedges Carex spp. predominate. Between the tussocks there are Alchemilla cyclophylla, Alchemilla johnstonii, and Geranium vagans.
Above the 3500m contour is the Afro-alpine zone, a moorland characterised by tussock grasses, senecios and lobelias.
Topography
The upper alpinezone (3,800-4,500m) is more topographically diverse, and contains a more varied flora. Many of the species here are bizarre, especially the giant rosette plants Lobelia telekii and Lobelia keniensis.
Others are Senecio keniodendron and Carduus spp.In the alpine zone you can find senecio brassica
Different variety of grasses on well-drained ground and along the streams and river banks such as megaphytic Senecio battescombei and Helichrysum kilimanjari.
Continuous vegetation stops at about 4,500m although isolated vascular plants have been found at over 5,000m. There are 13 species endemic to Mount Kenya listed in Hedberg, (1951).
Itinerary
Day 1:
Depart from Nairobi at 09:00hrs and proceed towards the cool slopes of Mt. Kenya. Cross the Equator and arrive at your hotel in Nanyuki in time for Lunch. Relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery around.Mount Kenya North
Day 2:
After breakfast vehicle transfer to Sirimon route and hike to Old Moses camp for overnight (3300m), (6 to 8 hrs hike) .You will pass through a tropical rain forest and bamboo forest. All meals and overnight at the campsite.
Day 3:
Hike to Shipton‘s camp (4200m) for overnight (5 to 7 hrs hike) The walk takes you near to the summit. Shipton’s camp has also an excellent setting with the north faces of Nelion peak and Batian peak facing it which provides a very beautiful scenery.
Day 4:
Attempt on Point Lenana (4985m) A pre-dawn attempt on point Lenana gives you enough time to reach the summit when the sun is rising and in clear weather which gives you a clear scenery. Afterwards descend to Mintos hut for overnight.
Descend leisurely to Chogoria park gate (3020m) for overnight. This area has spectacular views down into the Gorges valley with Lake Michaelson and Vivienne falls, and across on the other side you can see Ithanguni peak, Rotundu peaks and the Giant Flat — top Kilingo hill table.
Day 6:
Descend leisurely to Chogoria town for transfer back to Nairobi. Chogoria gate to Chogoria town is about 6 – 8 hours, on dirt roads through a thick bamboo forest and tropical forest. The forest is really beautiful with chances of seeing wildlife such as, white-tailed mongoose, elephant, black rhino, Columbus monkeys, Suni, duiker. Drive back to Nairobi to arrive late afternoon.
End of Mt Kenya 6 days Safari.
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