Departure from Nairobi at 06:00 hrs from your hotel and transfer to Nanyuki arriving after 4 hours.
Additional information
| Duration | 4 Days |
|---|---|
| Country | Kenya |
| Attractions | Mount Kenya Hiking |
| Level | Moderate to Challenging |
| Physical Condition | Suitable for fit hikers |
| Best Time | January to March and June to October |
Nairobi – Nanyuki – Old Moses Camp (3,300m)
Your Mount Kenya hiking 4 days adventure begins early in the morning with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Nanyuki, passing through coffee plantations and rural highlands.Upon arrival at Sirimon Gate (2,650m), you’ll meet your trekking team—guides, porters, and cook. Begin a gentle hike through the lush montane forest, rich with wildlife and indigenous plants. The 3-4 hour trek takes you through bamboo and rosewood forests, ending at Old Moses Camp (Judmaier Camp) at 3,300m.
Old Moses Camp – Shipton’s Camp (4,200m)
After breakfast, continue your Mount Kenya trek through the moorland and high alpine scenery. The 14km hike to Shipton’s Camp is moderately challenging, crossing rivers, valleys, and the scenic Mackinder’s Valley. Watch for giant lobelias, rock hyraxes, and mountain birds. You will arrive at Shipton’s Camp at 4,200m in the shadow of the snow-capped Batian and Nelion peaks.
Summit Attempt – Point Lenana (4,985m) – Old Moses Camp
Wake up before dawn for the most exhilarating part of your Mount Kenya hiking. Begin your ascent to Point Lenana, the third-highest peak of Mount Kenya at 4,985m. Hike in darkness under the stars to reach the summit by sunrise,witnessing breathtaking views over the Kenyan plains, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the glacier-carved peaks. After photos and celebration, descend back to Shipton’s Camp for brunch, then continue descending to Old Moses Camp for your final overnight.
Old Moses Camp – Sirimon Gate – Nairobi
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before completing your descent through the forest to Sirimon Gate. Your driver will meet you here for the return journey to Nairobi or to other Safari destination, arriving by late afternoon.
Price for 4 Days Mount Kenya Hiking
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Included in the price:
- Guarantee price/guarantee trek on confirmation
- Transfer to and from the base of the mountain
- Full board accommodation whilst on the trek.
- Meal plan as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
- Accommodations in camps/huts as per the itinerary
- All park entrance fees to include government taxes
- Services of a professional guide, porters and skilled cook
Excluded:
- Tips, laundry, sleeping bags and drinks
- climbing gears
- Items of personal nature
- Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary
- Training cost and purchase of mountain gear.
What you need to Bring
- Balaclava- bochori
- Baseball cap
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Bandanas
- Thermal top
- T-shirts
- Fleece jacket
- Rain coat
- Wind jacket
- Poncho
- Gloves (both woollen and waterproof)
- Shorts (optional)
- Trousers (quick dry and light)
- Thermal bottoms
- Rain trousers
- Thin socks
- Thick socks ( synthetic or wool- 4 to 5 pairs)
- Hiking boots (water proof, strong, light- big enough to allow
multiple layers of socks)
- Sandals or slippers (after the hike and for allowing your feet to relax)
- Sleeping bag
- Hydration pack /water bottles (2 litres preferably)
- Porter’s bag (having all your gear and carried for you by the porter)
- Day pack (the climber’s bag having all requirements the climber needs)
- Torch (head torch better but not a must with spare batteries- LED
torches are better than bulb torches)
- Toiletries (include wet wipes since bathing is difficult due to
low temperatures)
- Small Towel
- Hiking pole/ walking stick
- Energy sweets and snacks
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