4 Days Mt. Kenya Trekking Expedition
Trip Highlights
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Sirimon Gate (2,650m) & Trek to Old Moses Camp (3,300m)
Depart Nairobi early in the morning, driving north through the central agricultural highlands to Sirimon Gate on the northwestern slopes of Mount Kenya. After park registration and meeting your mountain guide, cook, and porter team, begin your trek. Hike for 3 to 4 hours through bamboo, rosewood, and giant heather forests, ascending steadily along a scenic track. Reach Judmaier / Old Moses Camp in the late afternoon for dinner, overnight rest in mountain huts, and initial high-altitude acclimatization.
Day 2: Old Moses Camp across Mackinder Valley to Shipton’s Camp (4,200m)
Begin a full-day, 6 to 7-hour acclimatization trek heading up the Moorland Zone. Cross the Ontulili and Liki North rivers before descending into the dramatic Mackinder Valley. Hike surrounded by unique alpine vegetation, including giant groundsels (Senecio) and giant lobelias. Arrive at Shipton’s Camp, nestled directly at the foot of Mount Kenya’s towering jagged volcanic peaks of Batian and Nelion. Rest, enjoy a hot cooked dinner, and prepare for your early morning summit push.
Day 3: Summit Point Lenana (4,985m) & Traverse to Chogoria Bandas (2,950m)
Wake up at 2:00 AM for a starlit, 3 to 4-hour alpine ascent up a steep scree slope to Point Lenana—Mount Kenya’s third-highest peak and main trekker summit. Reach the top around 6:30 AM to witness an unforgettable sunrise over the African continent, with Mount Kilimanjaro often visible on clear days. After celebrating at the peak, descend via the magnificent Chogoria Route, passing Mintos Tarn, the dramatic cliffs of the Gorges Valley, and Lake Michaelson. Reach the Chogoria Bandas camp by late afternoon for a well-earned dinner and hot meal.
Day 4: Chogoria Rainforest Descent & Return Transfer to Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast surrounded by bamboo forest before taking a final 10km morning walk or 4x4 transfer down through the dense rainforest canopy to Chogoria Gate. Board your transfer vehicle in Chogoria town and journey back through the fertile farmlands of Embu and Sagana, arriving back in Nairobi by late afternoon for your hotel drop-off or airport transfer.
Package Inclusions & Exclusions
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✓ Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Mount Kenya Park Entrance & Hut Fees ✓ Licensed Professional Mountain Guide, Cook, and Porters ✓ 3 Meals Daily Prepared Fresh by Dedicated Mountain Cook ✓ Transport from Nairobi to Sirimon Gate & Return from Chogoria to Nairobi ✓ Accommodation in Mountain Huts / Camping Tents along the Trail ✓ Porter Service for Personal Gear (up to 12kg per trekker) ✓ Purified / Boiled Drinking Water on the Mountain |
✗ Personal Hiking Apparel, Thermal Clothing, & Waterproof Outerwear ✗ Sub-Zero Mountain Sleeping Bag Rental ($20–$30 on request) ✗ 4x4 Transfer Fee through Chogoria Forest Track (if requested/required) ✗ Mandatory Medical Insurance & High-Altitude Search/Evacuation Cover ✗ Mountain Crew Tips & Gratuities (Recommended $15–$20/day per crew) ✗ Personal Energy Snacks, Soft Drinks & Alcoholic Beverages |
