Exploring The Peaks On Mount Kenya

Mountain lovers, camping lovers, and mountain hikers would enjoy the fun and adventure of kenyan mountain vacations. Here is what you should expect.

Title: Peak to Peak On Mount Kenya

Author: Josephine Muchiri

Being the second highest mountain in Africa, Mt Kenya stands tall at a whooping 5199m above sea level and Situated 16km south of the equator. This mountain in Central Kenya Highlands is within the Mt Kenya National Park, and is among the most beautiful landscapes in the entire Africa. With three mountain peaks i.e., the Batian, the Nelion and the Lenana providing the perfect backdrop for a fun and adventurous Kenyan [tag-tec]mountain vacation.[/tag-tec] Visitors can go camping in the vast wilderness surrounding Mt Kenya, stay in historic hotels not unlike the dwellings of the area's early settlers, or stay in a modern, state of the art resorts and Lodges Like The Ark, Nyeri, Treetops and the Mountain Lodge.

The Batian and Nelion are the lowest of the three peaks but
Surprisingly can only be reached by skilled mountain climbers.
Lenana, although the highest peak can be reached by the normal
trekking group, though reaching the top could be more
challenging than you ever thought of, but with a good guide
reaching the peak can become a reality. The glaciers sorrounding
the montain, the mist, and the snow covering the top of the
mountain yields numerous number of streams down to the base of
the mountain. For those who plan to climb the mountain
leisurely, you may need four to seven days. Its advisable to
carry a tour guide and a porter both of which can be arranged by
the Spirit of Africa Tours Personnel in Nairobi.

There are a variety of trailed routes to the top of mt Kenya.
Visitors wishing to Climbing Mount Kenya can use one of these
routes each of which has its own features and characteristics.
Each route will exhibit different topography, flora and fauna.
These routes are the Sirimon route, the Picnic Naro Moro route,
the Burguret route, the Timau route and the Chogoria route which
meet at Minto's hut at 4300m above sea level and overlooking
Lake Michaelson. Each entry point to Climbing Mount Kenya is
Conviniently dotted with a variety of resorts and camping sites.

It would be important to note that Climbing Mount Kenya can be
done with relative ease. Within a Short while you will have
risen wore meters above sea level than is medically advisable.
The Sudden Loss of Oxygen could be disastrous for the less
skilled trekkers who could result to headaches and vomittimg and
could eventually lead to death if not monitored. Many have died
climbing Mount Kenya. My Advise is Take it with ease. Do it for
four to seven days, but you have to strike a balance between
your health and the cold temperatures which have a habit of
hitting -10 degrees celcius, the rain and the cold winds.

The weather is very harsh in the Mount Kenya region especially
during the period from March to August. I would definately not
advise you to climbing Mount Kenya during these periods. But if
you do, carry a good sleeping bag, very warm clothing, good
quaity boots, headgear and gloves. Make sure all your clothing
is waterproof since this region rains every other day and
sometimes heavily. I would reccommend that you bring with you
Gotex material, which will act as wind breakers especially when
you get to the peak.

A Mt Kenya mountain vacation is a great idea for a group, or as
a romantic getaway. Its also a great idea for anyone looking to
escape the stressful fast pace of city life. The beautiful
scenery and fascinating wildlife attractions will please anyone.

About the author:
Josephine Muchiri is a tour operator and has been organizing and
reporting on Vacation, Travel and Tours for years. For more
information on Climbing Mount Kenya, visit her site at Mount Kenya

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