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Included and Excluded
- Transfers in both directions between the International Airport .
- Transfers in both directions between the International Airport .
- Accommodation at the lodge in Arusha.
- Extended 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
- Professional English, France, German Speaker safari guide
- Entrance fees to all national parks and Crater fees.
- All meals while on safari and mineral drinking water during the safari.
- Government taxes
- nternational flights
- Travel and personal accident insurance
- Visa
- Passport
- Vaccinations & medicines
- Tips/gratuities for guides, cook and porters
- Other expenditures like luxury drinks/beverage, alcoholic drinks at lodge/hotels or on your trip as well as souvenirs and personal items after or before trip.
- Optional excursions/activities not detailed in itinerary
- Any additional services that will be requested
Highlights of the Tour
- The Chogoria Route, known for its scenic beauty and diverse landscapes, can be challenging to conquer in only 3 days. It's a longer route compared to Sirimon, and rushing it could increase altitude sickness risks. However, if you're physically fit and have good acclimatization beforehand, here's a possible itinerary for a swift Chogoria Route trek:
Itinerary
- Your adventure starts at Chogoria Gate, where you'll complete park registration and meet your guides and porters.
- Embark on a captivating hike through lush rainforests teeming with birdlife and colorful butterflies.
- The Chogoria Route is known for its diverse flora and fauna, so keep an eye out for unique plant life and potential sightings of monkeys or even elephants.
- Enjoy a packed lunch on the trail surrounded by the rainforest's beauty.
- As you gain altitude, the landscape transforms into bamboo forests, offering a unique hiking experience.
- Finally, reach Simba Camp in the late afternoon, nestled amidst bamboo forests. Here, you'll find comfortable tents or huts for your overnight stay.
- Savor a delicious dinner prepared by your crew and unwind, marveling at the star-studded sky.
- Fuel up for a challenging day with a hearty breakfast at Simba Camp.
- Today's trek involves steeper sections and requires good physical fitness.
- The trail leads through open moorland with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
- You might encounter giant heather plants and unique afro-alpine vegetation.
- Keep an eye out for klipspringer antelopes, rock hyraxes, and birds of prey soaring high above.
- After a demanding ascent, reach Middle Simba Camp, perched on a scenic ridge at a higher altitude. The camp offers basic but comfortable accommodation with breathtaking vistas.
- Spend the afternoon resting and allowing your body to acclimatize to the significant altitude gain. Relax, enjoy the scenery, and have dinner prepared by your crew. An early bedtime is essential to prepare for the summit push on day 3.
- Begin your pre-dawn summit push around 2:00 am, tackling scree slopes and steeper sections by headlamp.
- The pre-dawn hours are typically the coolest for climbing. Dress warmly in layers and be prepared for potential strong winds.
- Ascend through challenging terrain, pushing your physical limits.
- Witness a spectacular sunrise paint the sky with vibrant colors as you reach higher elevations. The views from the upper slopes are truly breathtaking. Take in the panoramic vistas encompassing the surrounding glaciers and vast plains.
- After a demanding climb, reach Point Lenana (4,985m), the highest point accessible without technical climbing on Mount Kenya. Celebrate your achievement and capture photos to cherish this momentous occasion.
- Due to the tight schedule, descend carefully following the same route back to Middle Simba Camp.
- However, pushing yourself for a same-day descent to Chogoria Gate is very challenging and not recommended unless you are exceptionally fit and acclimatized. It's safer to consider spending another night at Simba Camp for proper rest before descending the rest of the way on Day 4 (option not included in this 3-day itinerary).
- If descending all the way to Chogoria Gate on Day 3, be prepared for a long and tiring day.
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