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Description
Enjoy the picturesque mountainscapes of the second highest mountain of South Africa, Mt. Kenya and Lenana Point, a high peak on this mountain. Hike your way through some unique alpine vegetation and camp under the starry skies. Finally, enjoy your reward at Lenana Point for breathtaking mountain scenery!
Highlights
- Climb to the Lenana Point, the 3rd highest peak of Mt. Kenya
- Take in the panoramic view of beautiful peaks, tarn lakes, glaciers and valleys
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1: Nairobi to Meteorological Station expand_more
You will be transferred to the Naromoru Park Gate for registration to start the hike towards the meteorological station. This is a pleasant walk that you will enjoy.
Dinner and overnight stay at the Met station.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be provided.
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Day 2: Mackinders Camp expand_more
Proceed uphill after breakfast through a forest belt before Entering the moorlands. You will continue on until the going gets easier as you approach the Teleki Valley and Mackinders Camp at 4,200 m.
Dinner and overnight stay at Mackinders Camp with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
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Day 3: Point Lenana expand_more
Arise at 2:00 a.m. and depart for the Lenana summit for sunrise. After enjoying the views, you will descend back to Mackinders Camp for breakfast.
This will be followed by another 4-hour walk back to the Met Station.
Dinner and overnight stay Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
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Day 4: Departure expand_more
After breakfast, you will descend through the rainforest areas, which is about 9 km away from Naromoru Park Gate.
Here, you will get your transport or transfers back to Nairobi city.
Breakfast and Lunch are included.
What's Included
- Transfer to and from the base Naromoru park gate before the start and end of climb
- All Meals as detailed during your climb
- Accommodations in camps/huts as per the itinerary
- All park entrance fees including government taxes
- English-speaking professional Kenya tour guide and skilled cook
- Treated water on the trek
What's Excluded
- Laundry, tips, sleeping bags, drinks, accommodation before the trek and climbing gears
- International flights
- Visas to Kenya
- Items of personal nature
- 4th night for acclimatisation (optional can be organised upon request)
- Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary
What to bring
Technical Clothing:
1 Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
1 Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
1 Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
1 Waterproof Pants, breathable (side zipper recommended)Headwear -1 Balaclava or Buff, for face coverage (optional)
Handwear-Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in
Gym Shoes to wear at camp (optional)
Socks, wool or synthetic
Sunglasses or Goggles
Water Bladder (Camelbak type, 3 litres)
Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
Pee Bottle, to avoid leaving tent at night (recommended)
Stuff Sacks, Dry Bags to keep gear dry and separate
Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
Trekking Poles, collapsable (highly recommended)
Head Lamp with extra batteries
Toiletries
Medical Prescriptions
Sunscreen
Lip Balm
Insect Repellent
Camera, with extra batteries (optional)
Passport
Insurance
Meeting Point
Nairobi, Kenya
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 2 To 2 | USD 650 Per Person |
| 3 To 4 | USD 580 Per Person |
| 5 To 6 | USD 520 Per Person |
| 7 To 8 | USD 490 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |