Tilman Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi - Sirimon gate - Judmaier Campsite

Nairobi - Sirimon gate - Judmaier Campsite

Hiking Distance: 8Km
Duration: 2hrs
Leave Nairobi at 07.00am and proceed to Sirimon Gate where you will have lunch and begin our trek. From the
gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which later becomes heath land up-to Old Moses camp
3,300m at sea level. Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite.

Main Destination:
Mount Kenya
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Judmaier Campsite - Shiptons Campsite

Judmaier Campsite - Shiptons Campsite

Hiking Distance: 16Km
Duration: 6hrs
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction to Shipton and Likii North. After a 30 mins walk from the junction, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Likii valley and continue uphill to Mackinder’s Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks. Dinner and
overnight at the campsite 4,200m above sea level.

Main Destination:
Mount Kenya
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Shiptons Campsite - Point Lenana - Lake Ellis Campsite

Shiptons Campsite - Point Lenana - Lake Ellis Campsite

Hiking Distance: 19Km
Duration: 11hrs
Leave at 2am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards Harris Tarn arriving
point Lenana(4985m above sea level) at 6:20am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Mintos Camp
for breakfast and later proceed down to Lake Ellis for dinner and overnight. Enjoy your evening at leisure by the shores of lake Ellis.

Main Destination:
Mount Kenya
Accommodation:
Budget camping
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Lake Ellis Campsite - Chogoria Gate - Nairobi

Lake Ellis Campsite - Chogoria Gate - Nairobi

Hiking Distance: 9Km
Duration: 2hrs
After breakfast, walk down to Chogoria gate where we check out the park and board a 4WD vehicle for a drop off
at Chogoria Town where you will say goodbye to the team and later board a waiting car for a transfer back to
Nairobi.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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