3-Day Mount Kenya Hike from Nairobi with Point Lenana Sunrise

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike via the scenic Sirimon route to Old Moses Camp on Mount Kenya
• 02 Climb to Point Lenana, the third-highest peak of Mount Kenya
• 03 Watch an incredible sunrise from Mount Kenya's summit area
• 04 Trek through Mount Kenya's rich biodiversity and striking mountain scenery

Embark on one of the most scenic hiking trails to ascend Mount Kenya's summit area on this 3-day trek from Nairobi. Hike via the Sirimon route to Old Moses Camp and Shipton's Camp, then make an early-morning attempt on Point Lenana for an incredible sunrise from the peak. With its biodiversity, beauty, and some of the best scenery to be found on any mountain in Africa, Mount Kenya offers a rewarding high-altitude adventure in just 3 days.

Embark on one of the most scenic hiking trails to ascend Mount Kenya's summit area on this 3-day trek from Nairobi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nanyuki, Nairobi, Mount Kenya

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nairobi to Old Moses Camp via Nanyuki and Sirimon Gate

• Get picked up from your hotel in Nairobi.

• Head to Nanyuki town in time for lunch.

• Transfer to Sirimon Gate and hike to Old Moses Camp for an overnight stay at 3300 m.

Stay overnight at the campsite.

2

Day 02

Hike from Old Moses to Shipton's Camp

• After breakfast, hike to Shipton's Camp at 4200 m.

Relax, have dinner, and stay overnight at the camp.

3

Day 03

Early Summit Attempt to Point Lenana and Return to Nairobi

• Wake up early at 2:00 am and attempt to reach Point Lenana at 03:00 am. The summit stands at 4985 m.

• Descend directly to Shipton's Camp for breakfast, then proceed to Sirimon Park Gate for the drive back to Nairobi.

• Arrive late in the evening, around 6 pm, as your Mount Kenya trekking adventure ends with fond memories.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Return transfer Nairobi-Nanyuki-Sirimon Gate or Chogoria-Nairobi, if you take the option

• 3 meals per day

• 2-night accommodation while trekking

• 2 transfers from Nanyuki park gate-return

• All government taxes and park fees

• Professional services of an English-speaking Mt Kenya guide and porters

• Mt Kenya climbing certificate

• Tent

• All meals, including drinking water and other beverages

What's Not Included

• Tips

• Personal insurance cover

• Equipment

• First and last night accommodation in Nairobi

• Sodas or beer, etc.

• Laundry services

• Telephone

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour start

Nairobi, Kenya

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.