Tanzania & Kenya - Twin Peaks (Kilimanjaro & Mt Kenya - 16 days)
An ascent on the remote routes of Mt Kenya and Mt Kilimanjaro will appeal to the seasoned trekker intent on climbing Africa's famous Twin Peaks while also appreciating the prolific wildlife and rich diversity of flora for which this region is renowned.
Our traverse of Mt Kenya ascends via the lesser known Chogoria Route with fine alpine walking that ensures we are well prepared for an exhilarating circuit of the summit peaks including Point Lenana (4985m). Transferring to Tanzania we prepare for our climb on Kilimanjaro (5985m).
We aim to climb the remote and challenging Shira Route following less well-defined trails through dense forest to moorlands characterised by giant lobelia. From the wilderness of the Shira Plateau we start our route underneath the Southern ice fields until we reach to the summit of Kilimanjaro and savour one of the best sunrises in the world.
- DAY 1: Join Nairobi
- DAY 2: Drive to Mt Kenya National Park
- DAY 3: Mt Kenya National Park
- DAY 4: Ascend Mt Kenya via Lake Ellis (3500m)
- DAY 5: Lake Michaelson (4000m)
- DAY 6: Simba Tarn (4560m)
- DAY 7: Ascend Point Lenana (4985m) and descend via Sirimon Route to Old Moses (3000m)
- DAY 8: Descend Sirimon Valley to base and transfer to Nairobi
- DAY 9: Transfer to Arusha
- DAYS 10/12: Ascend via Shira Route, Shira Cave and Barranco Valley (3900m)
- DAY 13: Barafu Campsite (4600m)
- DAY 14: Ascend to Uhuru Peak (5895m), descend to Millennium Camp (3800m)
- DAY 15: Descend to Mweka Village, transfer to Arusha
- DAY 16: Transfer to Nairobi where trip concludes
Operated by World Expeditions
Departures: January, February, August, September & December
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