Mount Kenya Trekking Tour – Lenana Point

Your journey begins in Nairobi! After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, meet your friendly safari driver guide. Together, you'll depart for Mount Kenya, journeying through scenic agricultural landscapes. As you travel, you'll reach the charming town of Chogoria, where you'll stop for a relaxing lunch to fuel up for your adventure.

Following lunch, a 4x4 vehicle will take you to the edge of the captivating bamboo forest. Here, your 3-hour trek commences, leading you through 10 kilometers of dense bamboo. As you ascend 950 meters, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views.

Finally, you'll reach your destination for the day - Mount Kenya Bandas (2,900m). This will be your accommodation for the evening, offering a delicious dinner and a cozy overnight stay. Settle in and rest up, preparing for the exciting adventures that await you on Mount Kenya!

Meal Plan:Lunch & Dinner
Trek Details: Mt Kenya Bandas (2,900m) 3 hrs, 10km, 950m ascent.

A hearty breakfast fuels you for today's adventure. After sorting out porter loads, we'll embark on a gradual trek up Mount Kenya, taking in the crisp mountain air.

As we ascend, prepare to be captivated by the surrounding landscape. Our chosen route offers breathtaking views of iconic peaks like Mount Mugi, Ithanguni, and the dramatic Giants Billiard Table. Lunch will be a delightful stop on the banks of a refreshing stream, allowing you to relax and recharge.

Following lunch, we'll tackle a steeper section, ascending the left-hand hillside for approximately 3 hours. This challenging climb will lead us to our secluded haven for the night - Lake Ellis Campsite (3,600m). Situated away from busier areas, this comfortable camp offers tranquility amidst the majestic scenery.

As dusk settles, enjoy a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay, preparing for your next exciting day on Mount Kenya.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek Details: Lake Ellis Campsite (3,600m) - 3 hrs, 9 km, 700m ascent

Another early rise fuels you for today's demanding yet rewarding trek. Following a well-worn path, we'll venture off the beaten track, tackling a ridge climb for roughly 3 hours. This challenging ascent will test your endurance, but the breathtaking views will leave you speechless.

As you ascend, gaze upon the dramatic Gorges Valley unfolding beneath you. Turn your sights further and witness the majestic peaks of Ithanguni and the vast Northern Moorlands stretching out in the distance.

Lunch will be a welcome respite at a refreshing stream crossing, providing you with energy to continue your journey. Afterward, a final hour of trekking will lead us to Minto's Hut, perched at an altitude of 4,200 meters. This will be your accommodation for the night.

The afternoon offers a well-deserved break to relax and soak in the stunning mountain environment. For the adventurous spirit, a short 10-minute walk to the aptly named "Temple" awaits. This 150-meter vertical cliff face earns its name from the position visitors often adopt as they peer over the edge, resembling a prayerful pose. The panoramic views from this vantage point are truly unforgettable.

As the day draws to a close, savor a delicious dinner at Minto's Hut, followed by a restful overnight stay, preparing for your next day's adventures on majestic Mount Kenya.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek Details: Minto`s Camp. (4,200m) 4 hrs, 12km, 600m ascent.

Today's adventure takes us on an exciting trek alongside the base of towering rock walls. As we ascend for a couple of hours, the anticipation builds. Finally, reaching the top rewards you with a truly magnificent panorama of Mount Kenya in all its glory.

From this vantage point known as Tooth Col, we'll embark on a traverse, a thrilling journey across the mountainside. Our efforts will lead us to the Austrian Hut, nestled at a comfortable altitude for the night. This accomodation will be your haven for the evening, offering a delicious dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Settle in and prepare for the challenges and triumphs that await you tomorrow as you climb even higher on Mount Kenya.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek Details: Austrian hut (top hut) 4 hrs, 7km, 500m ascent.

An early start is essential today! Rise before dawn at 5:00 am and embark on the challenging, yet incredibly rewarding, summit push. For approximately one hour, you'll navigate across the exposed terrain of the alpine region, traversing bare rock and scree slopes. This demanding climb requires determination, but the reward awaits.

Reaching Point Lenana, the hiker's summit of Mount Kenya, just as the first rays of the African sunrise paint the sky with vibrant hues will be a memory you'll cherish forever. Witness the breathtaking panorama unfold before you, a panorama you've earned through your dedication and perseverance.

After taking in the awe-inspiring sunrise, we'll begin our descent back towards Shipton's Camp. Our route winds past two beautiful tarns - scenic mountain lakes - including the Hausrberg Tarns. Shipton's Camp, nestled at a comfortable altitude, will welcome you with a warm dinner and a well-deserved overnight stay.

Rest up and celebrate your incredible achievement - conquering the summit of Mount Kenya! Tomorrow, you'll embark on your journey back down the mountain.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek Details: Austrian hut - Pt Lenana(4,985m) – Shipton camp. 5 hrs, 285m ascent, 785 descent

Savor a hearty breakfast at Shipton's Camp, fueling you for today's scenic descent. We'll embark on a gentle 5-hour trek down Mount Kenya via the captivating Mackinder's Valley. This gradual descent allows you to relax and appreciate the beauty of the surrounding landscape.

As you make your way down, keep your eyes peeled for the diverse flora and fauna that call this region home. Witness the vast expanse of the moorlands stretching out before you, a stark contrast to the dramatic peaks you conquered just yesterday.

Reaching Old Moses Camp (3,300m) in the afternoon, you'll be greeted by a sense of accomplishment. This comfortable camp nestled amidst the scenery will be your haven for the evening. Enjoy a delicious dinner and a restful overnight stay, reflecting on the incredible memories you've created on Mount Kenya.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek Details: Old Moses camp. 5 hrs, 14km, 900m descent.

After early morning breakfast, descend for 3 hours up to the Sirimon Park gate to catch a vehicle for the return journey to Nairobi. The drop off location in Nairobi will be at a convenient point of your choice.