Nairobi: Mount Kenya 4-Day Trekking via Sirimon
Nairobi County, Kenya
Embark on a 4-day guided trek to Mount Kenya from Nairobi. Reach Point Lenana, enjoy stunning views, and experience the beauty of the mountain's glaciers and peaks.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of reaching Point Lenana at 4,985 meters
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru
- Spot diverse wildlife and unique vegetation along the way
- Experience the beauty of Mount Kenya's glaciers and peaks
- Stay in comfortable camps and enjoy meals throughout the trek
Description
Day 1: Nairobi to Old Moses Camp (3,300m) - 3-4 hours, 9km
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Nairobi. Board a car to Nanyuki town for lunch. Pass through the central part of Kenya, stopping at the equator, which divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
Arrive at the gate in the evening and start your trek to Old Moses Camp, where you’ll spend your first night. Enjoy dinner and breakfast, with accommodation in bandas or tents.
Day 2: Old Moses Camp to Shipton Camp (4,200m) - 7 hours, 14km, 900m ascent
Wake up early for breakfast and start your trek at 7:30 AM. Walk through Mackinders, taking in the best views of the glaciers and peaks of Mount Kenya, including Uhuru Peak, Batian, and Nelion. Spot different types of birds, animals, and vegetation along the way. Have lunch before arriving at Shipton Camp, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 3: Shipton Camp to Mount Kenya Bandas (4,985m)
Wake up very early at 2:00 AM for breakfast and proceed to the summit, aiming to arrive before sunrise at 5:00 AM at Point Lenana, at a height of 4,985m. From the peak, enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, and the three peaks of Mount Kenya, including Batian. After Point Lenana, descend to Shipton Camp for breakfast, then continue descending to the bandas, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 4: Mount Kenya Bandas to Nairobi
After breakfast, start descending. Depending on your energy, you can walk halfway and use a car to the gate. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon.
Includes
- Pick-up and Drop-off from your hotel in Nairobi
- Accommodation at Old Moses camp
- Accommodation at Shipton camp
- Accommodation at Mt Kenya Bandas
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottle of water
Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Entrance fees
Important Information
- The trek involves high altitudes, ensure you are acclimatized. The trek requires a good level of fitness. Weather can be unpredictable, pack accordingly.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
