How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason. It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

4-Day Mt Kenya Climbing via Chogoria Sirimon Hike

4-Day Mt Kenya Climbing via Chogoria Sirimon Hike. A four-day Mount Kenya climb via the Chogoria–Sirimon traverse offers one of the mountain’s most scenic and balanced routes. The ascent begins on the Chogoria side, moving through lush montane forest, breathtaking valleys, and the dramatic Gorges Valley before approaching Mintos Hut for views of the Temple and Lake Michaelson. On day three, climbers make the pre-dawn push to Point Lenana (4,985 m) to catch sunrise above the peaks, then descend through the Sirimon route’s wide alpine slopes and moorlands. The final day is an easy downhill hike to Old Moses Gate for pickup, completing a diverse, beautiful traverse that showcases Mount Kenya from both its wildest and most accessible sides.

This 4-day itinerary via the Chogoria-Sirimon route offers a challenging yet rewarding experience to summit Mount Kenya, one of Africa’s most iconic peaks.

This hiking experience is offered by Mainson Safaris.

Transportation
4x4 Landcruiser, Airlines,
Accomodation
3 Stars Hotels,Tented Camps
Departure from
Nairobi
Best season
Feb, Mar, Apr & May
Tour type
Coastal Beach
Meals
All meals during the trek
Language
English, Spanish, French, Chinese
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Group Size
2-15

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Cost

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Overview

A four-day Mount Kenya climb via the Chogoria–Sirimon traverse offers one of the mountain’s most scenic and balanced routes. The ascent begins on the Chogoria side, moving through lush montane forest, breathtaking valleys, and the dramatic Gorges Valley before approaching Mintos Hut for views of the Temple and Lake Michaelson. On day three, climbers make the pre-dawn push to Point Lenana (4,985 m) to catch sunrise above the peaks, then descend through the Sirimon route’s wide alpine slopes and moorlands. The final day is an easy downhill hike to Old Moses Gate for pickup, completing a diverse, beautiful traverse that showcases Mount Kenya from both its wildest and most accessible sides.

This 4-day itinerary via the Chogoria-Sirimon route offers a challenging yet rewarding experience to summit Mount Kenya, one of Africa’s most iconic peaks.