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Taking our knowledge from travelling, volunteering and living in East Africa since 2008, Adventure Out Loud have created this adventure to help you explore East Africa’s most exciting attractions whilst making a difference in the world by sponsoring disadvantaged students through school.
This is our most exciting and best selling Kenyan trekking adventure, and we can't wait for you to experience it! If you have any questions, feel free to book a free consultation with one of our African experts?
Introducing Kenya
Located in East Africa, Kenya is a land of diverse landscapes and unforgettable adventures. From the the expansive savannahs of the Masai Mara, where the Great Migration unfolds each year, to the:
Kenya is a country made for explorers, offering a once in a lifetime experience full of stunning wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and deep cultural connections.
When is the best time to visit Kenya?
What do I need to know before travelling to Kenya?
Visa Requirements
Most travelers need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) to visit Kenya.
An eTA must be obtained online (instructions under TASKS once you register and pay your deposit).
Currency
Kenyan Shilling (KES).
Credit cards are accepted in major cities and at most safari lodges, but cash is preferred in more rural areas.
Language
The official languages are English and Swahili (Kiswahili).
Swahili is widely spoken and used in everyday interactions.
Health Precautions:
Visitors should consult a travel doctor about vaccinations, including yellow fever and malaria prevention before visiting Kenya.
If you are older than 60 or you have existing medical conditions that may prevent you from having a yellow fever vaccination, you should consult a travel doctor BEFORE purchasing your trip.
Time Zone:
Kenya operates on East Africa Time (EAT), which is UTC +3.
Kenya doesn’t observe daylight savings.
Electricity:
Kenya uses 240V, and the plug type is G (three-pronged UK plug).
It’s best to carry a power adapter for your electronics.
What are the best things to do in Kenya?
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Alternatively, it is easy to add one of the other huge attractions that East Africa offers, including:
Here are a few interesting facts about Mt Kenya:
The second-highest mountain
At 5,199 meters (17,057 feet) above sea level, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa, after Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m).
Mount Kenya has three main peaks
Batian (5,199 meters)
Nelion (5,188 meters)
Point Lenana (4,985 meters
Batian and Nelion are the highest peaks and require technical climbing, while Point Lenana is the most accessible for trekkers, offering panoramic views from the summit.
World Heritage Site
Mount Kenya is a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognised for its unique ecosystem and biodiversity.
Established in 1977, the park spans more than 715 square kilometres, with rich flora and fauna that include rare species like the Mount Kenya bush viper and the bongo antelope.
Changing Glacier
Mount Kenya’s glaciers are retreating rapidly due to climate change. Once covering a larger part of the mountain, these glaciers are now shrinking and may disappear entirely within a few decades. The glaciers are a significant part of Mount Kenya's unique landscape.
Five Climate Zones
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Overview
You will be embarking on an unforgettable 8-day trek up the scenic Chogoria Route and down the Sirimon Route. Chogoria is best known for its stunning lakes, expansive valleys, and dramatic cliffs, while Sirimon offers an easier and equally scenic exit.
Your trek features breathtaking campsites, including Lake Ellis and Lake Michaelson, fantastic acclimatisation for better success, and an optional acclimatisation trek to Muggi Hill. On day 6, the ultimate challenge awaits—a pre-dawn summit push to Point Lenana (4,985m), followed by a scenic descent to Shipton’s Camp. The final descent through Mackinder’s Valley offers a beautiful transition from rocky alpine landscapes to lush moorland.
Trek highlights:
Most people who can comfortably complete 1 hour of continuous, high-intensity exercise will be fit enough to trek Mount Kenya to Point Lenana. While the trek itself is not technically difficult, what makes it challenging is the combination of physical exertion and high altitudes. If this trek were at sea level, many would find it easier to complete. However, reaching altitudes of almost 5,000m means that, regardless of how fit you are, the effects of altitude can still make the trek challenging.
The key challenge on Mount Kenya is ensuring your body has enough time to acclimatise so you can continue ascending safely. To address this, we highly recommend you prepare physically and mentally for the adventure, and we provide more details on training in our info pack.
Our experienced guides and high-altitude experts will be with you every step of the way, ensuring your safety and well-being. We will encourage you to push your limits, but your health and safety will always come first. We monitor your vital signs multiple times a day, and we always prioritise your well-being over reaching the summit. That's why we offer treks of 6 days or more, allowing for proper acclimatisation. We carry emergency supplies, including oxygen, and our team is fully equipped to manage high-altitude risks.
Mount Kenya will be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Take the first step to standing on the second highest Mountain by EXPRESSING INTEREST below.
Embark on an unforgettable BIG 5 safari through the iconic landscapes of some of Africa's best safari parks. Stay in opulent safari camps and lodges, where luxury meets the untamed wilderness. Enjoy daily game drives in private, luxury safari jeeps with expert guides who unveil the secrets of the wild as you go searching for Africa's most exotic animals. Enjoy gourmet meals prepared fresh each day, cocktails by an open fire, spa treatments, and star-gazing under the vast African sky.
During your adventure, you will be visiting Amboseli and Nairobi National Park, two of Kenya's best safari parks, where you'll have the opportunity to witness Africa's majestic wildlife up close.
About Amboseli
Amboseli is the only safari park in Africa where we can snap a stunning picture of an elephant or giraffe with Mt Kilimanjaro snow capped peak in the background. It is also one of Kenya's best safari parks and offers a completely different experience to other parks you will visit (like the Masai Mara and Serengeti). Amboseli is teeming with an eclectic array of wildlife, showcasing the majestic African elephant, graceful giraffes, and iconic lions. Zebras elegantly graze alongside wildebeest, while elusive leopards and cheetahs add an air of mystery. With permanent wetlands, Amboseli is a birdwatcher's delight, a place where nature harmonises against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro.
About Nairobi National Park
The Nairobi National Park is the only safari park in Africa where you can snap a picture of a giant white or black rhino with a skyscraper in the background. Located in the heart of Nairobi, this national park is a sanctuary for rhinos, and a fantastic place to start your African adventure. This park is also home to large cats, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, various antelopes and many different bird species.
Explore the sights and sounds of Africa’s largest slum. Meet the life changing Mirror of Hope, visit the home of one of Adventure Out Loud's sponsor students, meet their family and learn how to cook a delicious Kenyan feast. This is the perfect opportunity to immerse in Kenyan culture, practice your Swahili and get to know some of the most resilient and remarkable people on the planet.
The Mirror of Hope (MOH) was founded in 2010 by Tommy & Judy Nyawir, to empower vulnerable women & children living in the Kibera Slums. MOH achieves their mission through the implementation of a range of innovative education, employability and entrepreneurship initiatives. We first visited MOH in 2015 and we have been supporting them ever since.
Here is a little more about the Mirror of Hope:
Adventure Out Loud donate 50% of our profits to keep disadvantaged children in school. This means that by travelling with us, you are making a huge impact on the fight against poverty.
You can also personally sponsor a student for as little as $20/week (more details & instructions under Tasks once you register). If you do sponsor, we will take you to meet your sponsor student and their family as part of your adventure! This is a fantastic way for you to see, first-hand, the impact that you are making. Watch this video to find out more about how you can make a difference during your adventure and what past sponsors have to say...
Package accommodation is twin share. If you would like to upgrade to your own room during your adventure, please select this option. Upgrade includes your own tent on Mt. Kenya and own room for the Safari Adventure.
Notes:
Africa has a tipping culture that is similar to America and it is appreciated when you tip guides, hotels, restaurants, and other key service providers.
Here are a few notes about tipping:
Here is a guide to help you with tipping:
We recommend the following tipping guidelines for your trek (split between the group):
Head guide: US$25/day
Assistant guides & cooks: US$20/day
Porters (incl. waiters and tent crew): US$10/day
Porters with additional responsibilities (waiter, tent crew, toilet cleaners, summit porters, etc): US$15/day
We will provide an approximate number of support crew once the final trek numbers are known.
Tips for each team member should be placed in an envelope and handed to each person at the end of the trek.
In the event of an emergency, please contact:
If you are unable to reach Adventure Out Loud, please contact:
Talk to one of our African experts about adding one or more of the following to your adventure:
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GORILLAS |
CHIMPS |
ZANZIBAR |
MAFIA ISLAND |
VICTORIA FALLS |
CAPE TOWN |
We have been exploring Africa since 2008, and can help you with all of Africa's big attractions. Simply call us on +61 432 822 652 or email [email protected]
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