Main Info
Mount Kenya is Africa’s second highest Mountain after Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Erosion over time has reduced the peak from 6500 m to 5199 m on the highest point today. This extinct volcano, dating back 2.5 million years old, is located about 200 kilometers north of Nairobi, in Mt. Kenya National Park. It has three peaks on the summit area; Mbatian, Nelion and Lenana. On this trip, you will hike up to Lenana(4985m) which offers a magnificent view of the surrounding country and other high points around the the mountain peaks. This wonderful and scenic hike takes you to discover the unique landscapes of this region, the best time to hike is during the dry months of January, February, late August, September and October.
Inclusion on package cost:
-Transport between Nairobi and Nanyuki on a shared shuttle bus.
-Private transfer Old Moses to Nanyuki town.
-Entrance fees.
-Accommodations as per the itinerary.
-Professional mountain guide, porter and chef.
-Meals starting with lunch and finishing with lunch.
Itinerary
- Morning: Depart Nairobi early and drive to Nanyuki.
- Lunch: Enjoy a meal in Nanyuki.
- Afternoon: Proceed to Sirimon Gate (2,650m) and begin your hike.
- Hike: Trek through the montane forest to Old Moses Camp (3,300m), taking around 3-4 hours.
- Evening: Arrive at Old Moses Camp, check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.
- Morning: After breakfast, start your hike towards Shipton's Camp.
- Trail: Ascend through moorland and cross the Ontulili River.
- Lunch: Picnic lunch en route.
- Afternoon: Continue through Mackinder’s Valley with stunning views of peaks.
- Hike: Reach Shipton's Camp (4,200m) after approximately 6-7 hours of trekking.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at Shipton's Camp.
- Early Morning: Pre-dawn start to ascend to Point Lenana (4,985m).
- Summit: Reach the summit at sunrise, enjoy spectacular views.
- Descent: Descend back to Shipton's Camp for breakfast.
- Afternoon: Continue descending to Old Moses Camp.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at Old Moses Camp.
- Morning: After breakfast, hike down to Sirimon Gate.
- Trail: Enjoy a leisurely 2-3 hour hike.
- Lunch: Arrive at Sirimon Gate and transfer back to Nairobi.
- Afternoon: Return to Nairobi, concluding your hiking adventure.