6 Days Mount Kenya Hiking

Your 6-Day Mount Kenya Hiking begins with a pick-up from Nairobi or the airport and a scenic drive to Chogoria Town, located on the eastern side of Mount Kenya. After a stop to meet your hiking crew (guide, porters, cook) and stock up on supplies, enjoy lunch in town before driving through lush forest to the Meru Mount Kenya Bandas. Spend the evening relaxing as your cook prepares your first mountain dinner.

On Day 2, begin your ascent from the Bandas to Lake Ellis via Mugi Hill (3,541m), an excellent acclimatization hike offering breathtaking views. The trail passes through open heathland, with chances to spot wildlife and unique alpine plants. Camp overnight at the peaceful shores of Lake Ellis.

Day 3 sees you trekking toward Mintos Campsite, a high-altitude site at 4,300m located near the scenic Hall Tarns and overlooking the dramatic Gorges Valley. This 7-8 hour trek gives you plenty of time to acclimatize while enjoying panoramic views, picnic lunch en route, and spectacular photo opportunities near the tarns.

The highlight of your 6-Day Mount Kenya Hiking adventure comes on Day 4, with an early morning summit attempt. Begin your pre-dawn hike under the stars to reach Point Lenana (4,985m) in time for a stunning sunrise over the African plains and, on clear days, even Mount Kilimanjaro. After your summit celebration, descend to Mackinder Camp (4,200m)

On Day 5, hike across the summit circuit via Hausberg Col to Shipton’s Camp for lunch, then descend further to Old Moses Camp (3,300m) for your final night on the mountain.

Day 6 concludes your journey with a leisurely hike through the Sirimon Forest to Sirimon Gate (approx. 3 hours), where you’ll meet your driver. After lunch in Nanyuki and farewells to your mountain crew, return to Nairobi for drop-off or Airport.

Additional information

Duration	6 Days
Country	Kenya
Attractions	Mount Kenya Hiking
Level	Suitable for good Trekkers
Physical Condition	In good condition
Best Time	All year round

Day 1

Nairobi-Chogoria Town

You will be picked by our representative on arrival at the airport of fro your Nairobi hotel for a drive to Chogoria town. At Chogoria, you will pick your Mountain guide, cook and porter and do some shopping. You will also have lunch. Later proceed with a vehicle through the forest to a drop of point where you will start your hike.On arrival at the gate, you will check in at your bandas or camp. As your cook prepare dinner.Meals and overnight: Meru Mt Kenya Bandas/ Campsite.

Day 2

You will start your day at 0700hrs by ascending the Chogoria trail up to roadhead when you divert to Mugi Hills 3541m for acclimatization ascent and descend to Lake Ellis. Lunch will be en route prepared by your cook.Meals and overnight: Lake Ellis Campsite.

Day 3

Chogoria Town-Mintos Campsite

After breakfast, you will start a gradual hike to Minto/Hall tarn camp at 4300m for overnight. Lunch will be served en route as this is a 7-8hrs trek. Upon arrival, there are very picturesque points of interest to see including hall tarn, the Gorges.Meals and overnight: Mintos Campsite.

Day 4

Mintos Campsite-Mackinder camp

At 0200hrs, you will have a morning tean and some snacks as you head out to attempt Pt.Lenana. This pre-down attempt is the most rewarding experience for those who make it to the summit in time for the sunrise. Later after sunrise, you will descend to Mackinder camp 4200m for overnight (5hrs) for breakfast and the rest of the day at Leisure.Meals and overnight: Mackinder camp.

Day 5

Mackinder camp-Old Moses Camp

At 0800hrs, after breakfast, depart for a summit circuit via Hausberg Col. to Shiptons Camp for an early lunch. Later descend leisurely to Old Moses Camp for overnight (7 hrs).Meals and overnight: Old Moses Camp.

Day 6

Old Moses Camp-Airport

You will have a walk through the Sirimon forest to connect with your transfer vehicle at Sirimon gate (3 hrs). You will drive to Nanyuki town where you will say goodbye to the guide and porters and thereafter have lunch. You will then proceed to Nairobi arriving in early evening for a drop off at your pick up point or transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

6 Days Mount Kenya Hiking Includes and Excludes.

6 Days Mount Kenya Hiking The Package Inclusive:

Guarantee hike departure upon confirmation
All meals during hiking
Mountain accommodation in tents
All Mount Kenya National Park entry permits/fees and all local government taxes
Experienced mountain guide, cook, and porters

6 Days Mount Kenya Hiking The package excludes:

. Transport to and from.
- All Hiking gear
- Beverages/Drinks
. Tips and gratitude.
- Any other items of personal nature and extras not mentioned above.