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 in the package cost:
- Transport between Nairobi and Nanyuki on a shared shuttle bus.
- Private transfer Chogoria town to start point.
- Private transfer Old Moses to Nanyuki town.
- Entrance fees.
- Accommodations on the mentioned bandas, huts and campsite.
- Professional mountain guide, porters and chef.
- Meals start with lunch and finishing with lunch.
Itinerary
- Morning: Depart Nairobi early and drive to Nanyuki.
- Lunch: Stop for lunch in Nanyuki.
- Afternoon: Proceed to Chogoria Gate and begin your hike through the forest.
- Hike: Trek to Chogoria Camp, taking about 4 hours.
- Evening: Arrive at Chogoria Camp, check-in, dinner, and overnight.
- Morning: After breakfast, start your hike to Lake Ellis.
- Hike: Trek through montane forest and moorland, taking about 3 hours.
- Lunch: Picnic lunch en route.
- Afternoon: Arrive at Lake Ellis, relax and enjoy the views.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Ellis Campsite.
- Morning: After breakfast, hike to Mintos Camp.
- Hike: Trek through beautiful landscapes, taking about 4-5 hours.
- Lunch: Picnic lunch en route.
- Afternoon: Arrive at Mintos Camp, relax and acclimatize.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at Mintos Camp.
- Early Morning: Pre-dawn start to ascend to Point Lenana.
- Summit: Reach the summit at sunrise, enjoy spectacular views.
- Descent: Descend back to Mintos 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.
- Hike: Enjoy a leisurely 2-3 hour hike.
- Lunch: Arrive at Sirimon Gate and transfer back to Nairobi.
- Afternoon: Return to Nairobi, concluding your adventure.