Batian & Nelion Technical Climbing Rates
1. Proposed technical climbing rates — 1 to 6 climbers
| Number of climbers | 6 days — USD/person | 7 days — USD/person | 8 days — USD/person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 climber | $1,890 | $2,098 | $2,390 |
| 2 climbers | $1,653 | $1,840 | $1,988 |
| 3 climbers | $1,600 | $1,780 | $2,050 |
| 4 climbers | $1,550 | $1,720 | $1,980 |
| 5 climbers | $1,500 | $1,680 | $1,930 |
| 6 climbers | $1,460 | $1,640 | $1,880 |
2. Total group booking value
This table shows the total selling price for the entire group at the proposed rates above.
| Climbers | 6-day total | 7-day total | 8-day total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,890 | $2,098 | $2,390 |
| 2 | $3,306 | $3,680 | $3,976 |
| 3 | $4,800 | $5,340 | $6,150 |
| 4 | $6,200 | $6,880 | $7,920 |
| 5 | $7,500 | $8,400 | $9,650 |
| 6 | $8,760 | $9,840 | $11,280 |
3. What I recommend for each duration
| Package | Recommended positioning | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| 6 days | Short technical expedition | Offer only when the route, acclimatization and climbers’ experience make the schedule appropriate. |
| 7 days | Standard technical expedition | A practical option for experienced climbers, with careful planning of the approach and climbing days. |
| 8 days | Extended technical expedition | Preferred option because it allows more flexibility for acclimatization and weather. |
Batian is 5,199 m and Nelion is 5,188 m. These are technical rock-climbing objectives, and attempting both peaks requires appropriate experience, specialist guides and suitable weather. Published operator guidance also emphasizes prior climbing experience and additional time for acclimatization.
4. Package inclusions and exclusions
Recommended inclusions
- Applicable Mount Kenya park and technical climbing fees.
- Qualified technical climbing guide or guides.
- Trekking guide, porters and cook.
- Mountain meals and accommodation.
- Group climbing ropes and shared technical protection.
- Ground transport, as specified in the itinerary.
- Expedition planning and safety briefing.
Recommended exclusions
- International flights, visas or eTA charges.
- Personal climbing equipment and clothing.
- Travel insurance covering technical climbing and high-altitude evacuation.
- Accommodation before and after the expedition, unless specified.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Additional nights or climbing days not included in the confirmed package.
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