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actionchallenge on Mount Kenya

trip highlights● Enjoy an all inclusive 9 day challenge● Spot elephants on the Old Moses trail● Trek through rainforests● See glacier fields● Walk in the spectacular Mackinder Valley● Watch the sun rise from the summit● Explore Nairobi

● Activity: Trekking● Location: Nairobi, Kenya● Duration: 9 days / 5 days trekking● Difficulty: Moderate● Distance: 53 km● Group size: 15 -25 people

at a glance

Action Challenge have been leading inspirational team adventures across the world for individuals, private groups,charities and corporate clients since 1999. Our trips enable people to experience the world’s most exhilarating locations,often in aid of charity. At the heart of every challenge is team spirit and fulfilment; together we take on once-in-a-lifetimeadventures, achieve formidable goals and forge friendships for life.

A fabulous trek which takes us to the summit of Mount Kenya, the second highest mountain in Africa. This nine dayadventure offers challenging climbs, stunning views and an incredible sense of achievement.

We begin our trek on the Old Moses Trail along the Sirimon Valley as we pass through dense bamboo andrainforests. The area is rich in flora and fauna as we look out for glimpses of buffalo, antelope and elephant. Wecontinue climbing, following the contours of the mountain as we trek over moorland through heather, giant lobelia,groundsel. Having crossed the Liki River we crest the ridge and drop down into the spectacular Mackinder Valley andcontinue along its eastern side to Liki North Camp. From here we take an acclimatization trek (4,500m), where ourvantage point gives us stunning views across valleys, glacier fields and the tarns of Mount Kenya.

We stay in Shipton’s huts ready for our early morning start to take on the final stretch to Mount Kenya’s summit. It’stough terrain as we make our way over rock, sand and snow up to Point Lenana (4,985m) in time to see the sun rise.As a group, we stand high above Africa watching the early morning rays light up the mountain, valleys and plains –it’s a moment to remember with pride!

After our descent, we head back to our comfortable lodge to explore the city and enjoy a celebratory meal togetherto toast our fantastic Kenyan adventure.

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Breakfasts each morning will be at ouraccommodation whilst lunches will be enroute. Evening meals will be freshlyprepared for us either in camp or at ourhotel/lodge in time for your arrival with avariety of rice, pasta, vegetables and aselection of fresh meat and fresh fish.

We can cater for all dietary requirementsif informed in advance.

• Two nights in mountain lodges• Two nights camping• Two nights in Shipton Huts

All accommodation is on a twin/triple-share, single-sex basis. We will pair youwith someone of a similar age, wherepossible.

itinerary

DAY 1 - Departure

DAY 2 - Nairobi - Nanyuki

We arrive early into Kenya and transfer 4 hours through the Central Highlands coffeeplantations to our lodge by Mount Kenya National Park. After a good lunch we have timeto relax and prepare for tomorrow’s challenge. This evening we have a welcome dinnerand briefing with our guides.

Meals: L,D Accom: Lodge

It’s great to climb Mount Kenya betweenDecember and March as this avoids thelong rains (April to July) and the shortrains (October to November). As well asthis the heat isn’t too oppressive duringthis time. Rain can however, fall at anytime of year so we recommend that youprepare for all conditions.

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This fully-inclusive adventure to Kenya will begin as soon as you register! You willreceive a challenge pack including a training guide, kit list and discounts for all theessentials you may need. If you are raising money for a charity, we will sort out all theformalities so you can concentrate on your own preparation and fundraising. We offerpre-challenge briefings and training weekends in the UK, where you can meet our trekleaders, members of your group and others taking part in challenges around the world.On the day of departure you will meet your group and Action Challenge leader at theairport in London. Whether you’re joining the challenge on your own or with others, youwill instantly be made to feel welcome. As a team we will board our flight to Kenya, readyto take on the hike of a lifetime!

introduction

brief itinerary

Day 1Day 2Day 3Day 4Day 5

Depart UKArrive KenyaOld Moses CampLiki North CampShipton’s Hut

what’s included

Please visit our website for more details

All inclusive trip cost from £1,999Initial £399 deposit to sign up

Three payment options available

+44 (0) 207 609 6695 www.act ionchal lenge.com events@actionchal lenge.com

This challenge requires a good level offitness to trek the route, the terrain isvaried with some steep uphill climbs anddownhill phases. Due to the altitude,trekking will be tougher than it wouldusually be at sea level and thereforesome prior endurance and strengthtraining are necessary.

Day 6Day 7Day 8Day 9

Shipton’s HutMountain Rock LodgeFree DayArrive UK

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· International flights· Action Challenge trek leader· Full support team, including local guides· UK medic· All accommodation· All meals, except in free time· Airline taxes· Treated drinking water· All transfers in local vehicles· National Park entrance fees· Celebration dinner· Invitation to a challenge briefing in London· Discounted training weekends in the Peak District, Snowdonia & Brecon Beacons· Fitness and training guide· Discounts from UK retailers· Reduced rates at Nomad Travel Clinics and Masta Health

DAY 3 - Old Moses Camp

After breakfast we transfer to Sirimon Park Gate and enter Mount Kenya National Park.We are surrounded by beautiful scenery as we trek through the Sirimon Valley, alongthe Old Moses Trail, en route to our camp. We pass through the Podo and bamboorainforests which are rich with flora and fauna.  From Old Moses Camp, the mainsummits of Batian, Nelion and Point Lenana are visible.

Meals: B,L,D Accom: Camp Distance: 9 km

If you decide that you would like to haveyour own room on the challenge, we canaccommodate this in the majority ofplaces.

Please email us for more information

• Insurance - approximately £60• Tips for local staff• Visa – £30• Vaccinations - Yellow Fever and up-to-

date on boosters. Please see your GPfor advice.

• Airline fuel surcharge / supplement asapplied by airlines. Please note that thisis capped at a maximum of £150.

DAY 4 - Liki North Camp

Today we continue our ascent, heading towards the Ontulili River, following thecontours along the northern slopes before gradually turning south. We trek overmoorland with its heather, giant lobelia, groundsel, animal life and numerous species ofbirds. We cross the Liki River and crest the ridge above the spectacular MackinderValley to admire the view. From here we drop down into the valley and continue alongits eastern side to Liki North Camp, where we overnight.

Meals: B,L,D Accom: Camp Distance: 12 km

DAY 5 - Shipton’s Hut

After a good breakfast we trek east to Shipton’s Hut and en route get views of Arthur’sSeat. This acts as an acclimatisation hike from where we can see the great valleys,glacier fields and tarns of Mount Kenya. Tonight we rest and sleep well in anticipationof our big day tomorrow.

Meals: B,L,D Accom: Hut Distance: 12 km

DAY 7 - Mountain Rock Lodge

DAY 8 - Free Day - Optional Safari

Upon arrival at the park gate our vehicles transfer us back to Nanyuki, where we havea celebratory meal to mark the end of an incredible challenge and week together.

Meals: B,L,D Accom: Lodge Distance: 10 km

We have a free day to enjoy the surroundings and even take on an optional safari trip,before transferring to the airport for our return flight.

We wake early for our big climb up to Point Lenana at 4,985 m. The ascent is mainly onrock, sand and snow but the view is definitely worth it! We watch the sunrise, takepictures and celebrate the feeling of being on top of the world! After a cool and possiblywindy morning at the summit we return to Shipton’s Huts to rest and recover for ourdescent.

Meals: B,L,D Accom: Hut Distamce: 10 km

DAY 6 - Shipton’s Hut

DAY 9 - Arrive UK

A kit list will be sent to you on receipt ofregistration. Many everyday items can beused on this challenge, and we offer a kithire service to keep costs down.

If you would like to join the group in Kenyaor wish to organise your own flights, wedo offer a land only option, with asignificant discount off the trip price. Youwill be required to meet your group at themountain lodge on day two of theitinerary.

Please email us for more information

We run a number of training weekendsthroughout the year in the Peak District,Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia. Theseare fully-inclusive - 2 night’saccommodation and all meals. We alsoorganise training days in London and theNorth and South downs. On both, you willget the chance to meet our mountainleaders and test out your kit and fitness!

You will also receive an invite to achallenge briefing in central London.

+44 (0) 207 609 6695 www.act ionchal lenge.com events@actionchal lenge.com

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payment optionsATOL is a scheme that protects you fromlosing money or being stranded abroad ifyour travel company collapses. ActionChallenge is 100% ATOL bonded, whichprovides you with full financial protection.On receipt of your registration fee, you willreceive an ATOL certificate explainingyour protection.

A REGISTRATION DEPOSIT of £399 (for 2015) is required to secure your place. Weoffer 2 deposit payment options:

OPTION 1:  Deposit paid in full, by card at the time of registration.

OPTION 2:  Deposit paid in two 50/50 split payments. The first 50% is paid when youregister and the second is charged to your payment card at the end of the followingmonth. For this option, a £10 supplement will be charged with the first instalment.

Once registered, there are 3 PAYMENT OPTIONS to fund the balance of the trip cost.Full details are on our website.

1) SELF FUNDED

For anyone who wants to pay for the entire trip themselves. It’s then completely up toyou whether or not you choose to raise any money for a charity of your choice.

The total all inclusive cost of this trip is £1,999 (for 2015), which, after you pay the £399Registration Deposit, leaves a balance of £1,600. This final balance is due for payment10 weeks before your departure along with any fuel surcharges levied by the airline.

2) SPONSORSHIP FUNDED

This is for anyone who wants to take on this challenge and will link it with fundraising asignificant sum of money for a charity of their choice. You would have to raise at least£3,200 (for 2015) via sponsorship and donations from friends, family and colleagues,and be confident at the outset that you can achieve this total.

Pay the Registration Deposit and nominate a charity to fundraise for. All fundraisinggoes directly to your charity and providing that you raise at least £3,200 (for 2015), yourcharity will pay for the balance of your trip costs to Action Challenge. That balance, paidby your charity, is £1,600 (the same as if you were you were ‘Self Funded’) - the charitywill retain at least £1,600 to help fund their work. You will have to pay any airline fuelsurcharges 10 weeks prior to departure.

3) MIXED FUNDED

A mix of the 2 options above! You pay about half the trip cost yourself, and alsofundraise for your charity. They pay the remaining balance of your trip costs. Ideal foranyone who wants to take on the challenge and also fundraise for a charity, BUT ishappy to pay a reasonable proportion of the trip cost themselves, which with yourregistration deposit, is set at a level that covers at least the costs of flights &accommodation; perfect for those who feel more at ease asking for sponsorship inrespect to the ‘challenge’ component of their trip.

Pay the Registration Deposit and nominate a charity to fundraise for. All fundraisinggoes directly to your charity and providing that you raise at least £2,400 (for 2015), yourcharity will pay a portion of your trip cost to Action Challenge. That balance, paid by yourcharity, is £950. At the same time, you will be required to pay the remaining balanceyourself, which will be a figure of £650 (These two amounts add up to the same as the‘Self Funded’ final balance) - the charity will retain at least £1,450 to help fund theirwork. You will have to pay any airline fuel surcharges 10 weeks prior to departure.

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how to book

To book on to this challenge, please visitour website; www.actionchallenge.comfor a full list of prices and all availabledates.

+44 (0) 207 609 6695 www.act ionchal lenge.com events@actionchal lenge.com

If you are a charity, business, school orprivate group with a minimum of 10people and fancy your own bespoke trip,please call us on +44(0 )20 7609 6695or you can send us an email toevents@actionchal lenge.comfor more information.

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