Mount Kenya Climbing Routes - Chogoria, Sirimon Route and Altitude Sickness

The Chogoria course starts at the town of the same name toward the west of the mountain. This is the by a wide margin most excellent and picturesque of the mainstream courses. You will appreciate emotional perspectives of waterfalls, valleys, tarns and rough shake developments. In any case, the trail is not all that well known on the grounds that it is likewise the longest and in this manner hardest. It will take you 6 days to climb and plunge the mountain. There are no usable administration cabins along the course and you should convey a tent along. Whichever route you utilize, you can choose to delay your expected pleasure by taking a day to do the Summit Circuit Path.

It is imperative that you take enough water - around 4 to 6 liters every day to keep lack of hydration under control. Drying out makes you more powerless against elevation disorder and hypothermia. Hypothermia is bringing down of body temperature and side effects incorporate ungainliness and bewilderment. Casualties of the condition should be immediately given a warm and dry environment. At statures above 3,000 m, oxygen levels decrease and height disorder stalks the trekker. That is the reason a quick climb is not prompted, as you have no chance to adapt. The side effects for Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) are queasiness, cerebral pain, weakness and general disquietude. You ought to dependably slide to lower height with the onset of indications.

Other more severe medical conditions that can arise are High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) and High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE). The coming of HAPE is betrayed by a dry cough and difficulty in breathing. HACE is marked by severe headache, disoriented behaviour and slurred speech. HACE and HAPE are both potentially fatal and you should always make a descent to lower altitude and possibly seek treatment. To reduce chances of mountain sickness, it is advisable to acclimatize effectively by spending an extra day near the Park Gate or at the mountain huts above 4,000 m. If you temper your zeal for the mountain peaks and make a slow sensible hike, more certainly you will enjoy your hiking adventure.

You will generally need an experienced guide and good porters so that you can conveniently concentrate on hiking. Always opt for those who have immense high altitude experience and are certified by the park authorities. These will know the routes quite well, and a good one would be worth his weight in gold, in an event of altitude sickness and other unforeseen contingencies. The porters carry with them your heavy stuff while you carry a day pack with essentials such fire making capability, warm clothing, some food and drinks, a flashlight and first aid kit.

The stuff you must bring along includes: waterproof hiking boots, warm clothing, rain suit, sleeping bags, flashlights, hand gloves, and sunglasses. Many climbers find it practical to buy a Mount Kenya climbing package so they can take advantage of those with immeasurable local knowledge. Such a mount Kenya climbing package will include accommodation in the mountain huts, park entry fees, transport, meals while on the climb, services of an experienced professional mountain guide and cook and porters.

The main rainy season in Mount Kenya region comes from late March to June, while secondary rains appearing effective from late October to December. You can however climb the mountain at any month of year but the most recommended climb is best done in the dry months of January through February and from July to the end of October.