Your Slow Path to Mount Kenya/Kilimanjaro
We found our Acclimation Academy as the best option to get beginner hikers out of their comfort zone and get you to the top of high elevations. This Program consists of hikes with increasing challenge as you progress and at the end of the program, you summit Mount Kenya in 3 days and 2 nights. After which you rest and can Join Mount Kilimanjaro Hike in a few weeks.
Progressive Hikes in the Series
Jumpstarter Hike
The best choice for this is Ol Doinyo Eburru (2520m), ta moderate hike through the forest to provide the reconnection with nature.
Elevation Trial
After the introduction at Ol Doinyo Eburru, it is time to attempt a high altitude hike at Elephant Hill (3650m), at no pressure as you test your body’s adaptation to the changing altitudes.
A Step Back, A reminder it is not about suffering
Since hiking is not about suffering, we take a step back to Kathandeni hike and have waterfall therapy and swimming at Kathandeni Forest.
Last Acclimatization Hike
This time, we attempt a challenging trail. The point is not the physical aspect, but how much you can push your mind to see possibilities when the climb gets tough. We head to Teleki Lodge (4200m) in Mount Kenya.
A Reminder of the Ultimate Goal
After all the training, early mornings and routine workout, it is time to go for the ultimate goal, Mount Kenya Point Lenana (4985m). This is a 4 days and 3 nights hike loaded with an experience. You traverse two routes, the Burguret climb, and the therapeutic mornings along the Chogoria route. After the Mount Kenya expedition, you are ready to attempt Mount Kilimanjaro.
Program Cost
This is an advantage cost available until the program start. After the program starts, you can join the individual hikes each at a defined cost.
| East Africa Citizens | Kenya Residents | African Citizens (USD) | Non-Residents (USD) |
| 55,000 | 60,000 | 640 | 950 |
We provide a flexible payment plan as follows.
| Installment | East Africa Citizens | Kenya Residents | African Citizens (USD) | Non-Residents (USD) |
| Before Program Start | 15,000 | 17,000 | 180 | 260 |
| Before the 3rd Hike | 20,000 | 22,000 | 240 | 350 |
| 5 Days to Mt. Kenya Hike | Clear the Balance | Clear the Balance | Clear the Balance | Clear the Balance |
How to Pay
| M-Pesa Users | Use M-Pesa Paybill No: 542542 and Account No: 409040 |
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