Mount Kenya Trek

Ascend Kenya's highest mountain, arriving at Point Lenana (4985m) in time to photograph the blue and orange lights that shoot over the horizon as the sun rises in the morning. Trek through wilderness that includes forests full of vegetation and hundreds of different species of birds. Elephants, buffalo, zebra and other wildlife can be seen on the lower half of the mountain. Tackle Kenya's tallest mountain for an unforgettable journey.

SIRIMON - SIRIMON ROUTE  (3 Days/2 Nights)

 

Day 1

Depart Nairobi at 0830hrs and drive to Mount Kenya via Nanyuki town. After picking up the porters and your guide, proceed to Sirimon Gate on the northwest side of the mountain. Picnic lunches will be provided. Then make a 3 hour walk to Old Moses Hut 3300m for dinner and overnight.

 

Day 2

Early morning breakfast, then start the walk to Shipton's camp. The walk takes 6-7 hours with a scenic view of the peaks Nelion and Batian through Mackinder's Valley. Arrive Shipton's camp 4200m in the early afternoon for a short rest followed by dinner and overnight. Picnic lunch will be served en route.

 

Day 3

Pre-dawn attempt to trek to Pt. Lenana 4985m. Then decend directly to the road and transfer back to Nairobi (8-9 hours).

 

SIRIMON - CHOGORIA ROUTE  (5 Days/4 Nights)

Day 1

Depart from Nairobi at 0830hrs, driving to Mt Kenya via the small town of Nanyuki. Meet your guide and porters and proceed to Sirimon Gate. Enjoy a picnic lunch before the first part of your trekking journey. Make the 3 hours walk to the Old Moses Hut (3300m) in time for dinner and overnight.

 

Day 2

Rise early for breakfast and begin the march toward Shipton's Camp. This 6-7 hour walk will take you past scenic views of the Nelion and Batian Peaks. Enjoy a picnic lunch on your journey today, which may include sightings of elephants, buffalo and zebra along the way. Arrive at Shipton's Camp (4200m) in the early afternoon for a brief rest, followed by a well-deserved dinner.

 

Day 3

Wake up ready to reach Point Lenana (4985m). The climb begins at 2 am, allowing you to reach Lenana by 7am, in-time for the spectacular sunrise. Then descend to the Mintos Hut (4300m).

Day 4

Descend to the Chogoria Park Gate and take dinner at the Meru Mt Kenya Bandas.

Day 5

Descend leisurely through the Chogoria forest, enjoying the sights and sounds of the wildlife around. Connect with your driver for transportation back to Nairobi.