6-Day Experience the Thrill of Mt. Kenya
Challenge yourself to climb Mt. Kenya and experience the exhilaration of trekking Africa’s second highest mountain. Often called Kirinyaga, or place of light, the mountain’s glaciers carve out the throne of Ngai, the old high God of the local Kikuyu people, and there are still some who visit its sacred slopes to offer prayers. The mountain is an awe-inspiring sight, with its ragged series of snow-crowned peaks and pristine wilderness, offering some of the world’s most beautiful scenery on your trek.
From $1,024 /pp
OVERVIEW
Duration
6 Days
Safari Type
Mount Kenya Trekking
Starts From
Nairobi
About This Safari
Challenge yourself to climb Mt. Kenya and experience the exhilaration of trekking Africa’s second highest mountain. Often called Kirinyaga, or place of light, the mountain’s glaciers carve out the throne of Ngai, the old high God of the local Kikuyu people, and there are still some who visit its sacred slopes to offer prayers. The mountain is an awe-inspiring sight, with its ragged series of snow-crowned peaks and pristine wilderness, offering some of the world’s most beautiful scenery on your trek.
Safari Highlights
Sirimon Trail
A scenic ascent through cedar forest and high moorland.
Shipton’s Camp
Dramatic alpine terrain below Batian and Nelion peaks.
Point Lenana
A sunrise summit at 4,985 metres above sea level.
Naro Moru Route
A rewarding descent through distinctive mountain vegetation.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
01
Nairobi – Sirimon Track
Depart early from Nairobi with a lunch stop enroute to the National Park gates on the Sirimon Trail. Begin your climb with a 3-4 hour trek to Old Moses Camp (Judmaier) through a beautiful forest filled with East African Pencil Cedar trees, Podocarpus trees, and giant Hargenia trees.
At 3300m (10,827 ft) high, enjoy your dinner and overnight stay surrounded by stunning views towards the summits of Batian and Nelion peaks.
- Meals: Lunch and dinner; breakfast not included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Kontiki Serengeti Camp — mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti
02
Mackinder’s Valley and Shipton’s Caves
An early 5-6 hour walk up Mackinder’s Valley takes you to Shipton’s Caves (4,150 m) (13, 615 ft), a dramatic landscape filled with giant lobelias and towering peaks ahead. During the trek, you’ll also be able to enjoy fantastic distant views and beautiful terrain. Spend the rest of the day relaxing at Shipton’s camp.
- Meals: All meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Kankari Lodge — mid-range lodge in Karatu
03
Shipton’s Camp
Today you’ll spend the day acclimatizing, slowing down and disconnecting from the world as you prepare for your following day’s climb to Point Lenana.
You can choose an acclimatization trek to Hausberg Col (4,591 m) (15,062 ft) where you can enjoy splendid views of the rocky towers, tarns, and suspended glaciers of the west face of Batian, or choose the hike to Kami Hut (4,425 m) (14,518 ft), with its lovely alpine lakes and jutting rock formations. Enjoy another night at Shipton’s camp.
- Meals: All meals included. Drinking water included; other drinks excluded.
- Overnight: Pazuri Inn — mid-range hotel in Arusha
04
Point Lenana
A very early start (around 2 am) takes you up the North Ridge to reach Point Lenana (4,985m) (16,355 ft). The mountain ranges illuminated by the rising sun and the sea of clouds beneath you provide a breathtakingly beautiful scene and is truly a wonder to behold.
Descend to Teleki Valley and enjoy a pleasant walk to Mackinder’s Camp where you’ll eat, unwind and enjoy a good night’s rest after a long day.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch; dinner not included. Drinks not included.
- Overnight: No accommodation — end of tour
05
Mt Kenya – Naro Moru Lodge
Continue your descent this morning along the Naro Moru Track, marked by unique vegetation consisting of giant heather, lobelia, and tussock grass. You’ll reach the Meteorological Station, where you’ll be picked up and transferred by vehicle to Naro Moru River Lodge for the night.
06
Naro Moru – Nairobi
Today, you’ll be transferred to Nairobi in the morning, arriving in the city around lunch time.
Pricing
From $1,024 per person
Rates are per person in US dollars and vary by travel season and group size.
Travel dates
1 person
2 people
3 people
4 people
6 people
1st January – April 30th
$1200
$1148
$1124
$1024
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Need different dates, accommodation or a private arrangement?
- Flexible dates
- Custom itineraries
- Private departures
Included & Excluded
What's Included
- Transport from and back to Nairobi.
- All the park entrance fees.
- Camping fees.
- Guides/Porters
- Food in Full Board basis.
- Local Emergency Evacuation Cover
What's Not Included
- All hotels in Nairobi, Climbing Equipment, Porters tips.
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