Prequisites:
- Good level of physical fitness
- Strong intermediate to advanced mountain biking skills
- Some backpacking/hiking experience
Notes:
- Optional 4 day Hells Gate/Masai Mara Safari for $900CAND (3 - 4 star lodging, all meals included)
- This trip can be arranged as a private departure anytime for groups of 4 or more.
- Includes all meals (as outlined in itinerary), accommodation and transport in Kenya
- DOES NOT include International airfare
- Detailed list of inclusions / exclusions available on request
Cost:
$2799 CAND (Includes all taxes)
$900 CAND for 4 day Safari Add On
Basic Itinerary:
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Day 1:
Arrive in Nairobi early in the morning, transfer to our river base at Sagana for a free afternoon. (l, d)
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Day 2:
Today we will blow out the travelling cobwebs with a half day whitewater rafting trip on the Class III/IV Tana River. Loads of super fun and exciting rapids will bring us back to camp. The afternoon will be spent packing for the mountain trip and maybe taking a short ride around the local terrain. (b, l, d)
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Day 3:
Today we will start our journey up Mt Kenya. After a 2 hour drive (crossing the Equator) we will arrive at the Sirimon Park Gate. Here we will meet our porters, quickly get ready before heading upwards on the bikes. We will climb (slowly) approx. 700 vertical metres, breaking through the forest into the sub alpine. our first camp (Judimer camp) gives us views of the major peaks Batian and Nelion (if weather permits. (b, l, d)
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Day 4:
Porters will take the bikes today and we will hike to an elevation of 4000 metres to Liki North campground. The pace will be mellow to assist with the acclimatization process. The Liki North valley is super beautiful and in the afternoon there are some great short hikes we can take if people are feeling energetic. (b, l, d)
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Day 5:
Distance wise today is a short day as we cross over the ridge into the spectacular Mackinders Valley. There will be plenty of time in the afternoon to hang out and re-energise for tomorrows summit attempt. (b, l, d)
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Day 6:
Today we depart camp at 3am to try and reach the summit for sunrise, it is a slow slog but by the time the sun peaks over the horizon much of the elevation is done. After summitting we meet the bikes at Simba Tarn (4650m) and ride some steep scree and technical single track to our campsite at Mintos Hut. We will be at camp before lunchtime and the afternoon can be spent either taking some short hikes/rides around camp, or visiting the temple. (a 250 metre vertical drop into the Gorges Valley, very spectacular) (b, l, d)
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Day 7:
Today is our big technical downhill day, we will ride the ridge of the Gorges valley from 4,350m to the Chogoria Park Gate at 2,600 metres. It is a tough day of riding with some 'hike a bike', some steep technical riding and some fast flowy downhill on old 4x4 trails near the end. This is an incredible day of downhill, it'll take about 6 - 7 hours for most groups.........Tonight we will have hot showers and a comfy bed at the Chogoria Bandas. (b, l, d)
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Day 8:
This day is pure fun, our last day of biking on the mountain, we will cover 14 kms and 1,000 metres of vertical on old 4 x 4 tracks through Bamboo Forest and Sub Tropical Forest zones. It is fast, fun and a great way to finish of our biking portion of the trip. After meeting the vehicle we will pack up and take the drive back to Nairobi (with a brief stop in Sagana). After settling into our accommodations we will head out for a celebration dinner at a local restaurant. (b, l)
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Day 9:
Today is either a departure day for those just doing the bike trip or, if you chose the Safari add on, you will be picked up by your private safari vehicle at 9am and will head on to the Masai Mara for a 4 day safari.