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Kenya · Trekking
The journey
Sign up for a thrilling trek to the 3rd highest peak of Mt. Kenya. Traverse a diverse range of vegetation zones and wildlife habitats, witness the glistening peaks, and take in the stunning scenery and breathtaking vistas en route to the summit. Feel a deep sense of achievement and gratitude as you stand on the summit.
Wake up at 02:30 and climb to Point Lenana (4,985 m).
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Drive to Nanyuki town and check in to a budget hotel for lunch.
Have lunch and spend the rest of the day and night acclimatising.
Organize any gear you may require for the trek.
Have dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Have breakfast and get transferred to Sirimon Gate, where the climb begins.
Walk through the rainforest for 9 km with lunch en route. (4 hours)
Reach the first mountain hut, Old Moses Camp, at 3,300 m above sea level. This hike is very important for acclimatisation and is also quite educational in terms of the vegetation.
Have dinner and stay overnight at the camp.
Have breakfast at Old Moses.
Continue climbing via Mackinder's Valley to Shipton Hut (4,200 m). Have lunch on the way. (6.5 hours)
Have dinner and stay overnight at the camp.
Wake up at 02:30 and climb to Point Lenana (4,985 m).
See Mt. Kilimanjaro to the south, Mt. Elgon to the west, and the Indian Ocean to the east.
Descend to Mackinder's Camp for the main breakfast.
Relax for some time and descend to Met Station Camp, where you will also have your lunch.
Have breakfast and descend to Met Station in roughly 3 hours.
Continue descending the last stretch of the mountain to Naro Moru Main Gate for lunch.
Take a transfer vehicle at the gate for a short drive to Naro Moru town and continue on to Nairobi.
Where this trip takes you
Point Lenana summit, Mackinder's Valley, Old Moses Camp rainforest
The route
The fine print
All meals as per itinerary
All ground transport
Mountain transfers at Nanyuki or Naro Moru
Services of an English-speaking professional Mount Kenya guide on the mountain, with skilled porters and cooks
Park entrance fees
Full-board accommodation at Nanyuki
Accommodation in huts and tents at Mount Kenya National Park as per itinerary
Treated and boiled water while on the trek
All services begin and end in Nairobi as per itinerary
Climbing/trekking gear
Snacks outside meal times
Climbing equipment, which can be hired at Naro Moru or Nanyuki
Tipping
Sleeping bag (Snug Fit)
Clothing
Hiking boots
Sports shoes
Gloves
Day pack
Balaclava
Woollen hat
Windproof jacket
Fleece
Poncho for rain
T-shirts, warm socks, long trousers, shorts, jerseys, warm sweaters, and thermal innerwear
Accessories
Head torch
Large rucksack and a small rucksack
Drinking bottle
Metal thermos
Sunglasses
Logistics
Your 5 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.
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