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Prepare for an adventurous and memorable journey as you trek through the beautiful landscapes of Mount Kenya National Park. This trek offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and rich culture of the region.
Experience comfortable and authentic mountain huts like Mount Kenya Bandas, Old Moses Hut and Austrian Hut. These locations offer basic amenities, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Choose to camp under the stars! We provide high-quality camping gear, including tents, sleeping bags. This option allows you to immerse yourself fully in the natural beauty of Mount Kenya.
You choose what is best for you! Whether you prefer the comfort of a hut or the adventure of camping, we ensure a memorable experience.
Hiking Distance: 5Kms | Duration: 2.5Hrs
Depart from Nairobi in the morning driving through the rich agricultural country up to Chogoria town for lunch. After lunch, we proceed and drive up to the edge of the bamboo forest where we continue with our drive up to Chogoria gate.
Hiking Distance: 9Kms | Duration: 3Hrs
After breakfast and sorting of porters loads we set off up the mountain at an easy pace. This walk gives you a scenic view of the Giant billiard Table Mountain, Ithanguni and Mugi hill. Get to the campsite in time for lunch and later proceed for fishing at the lake or nature walk as you acclimatize for the next day long trek.
Hiking Distance: 12Kms | Duration: 5Hrs
Leave the camp after breakfast, off the beaten track to follow a ridge up the mountain for not less than 2.5hours and eventually you will join the normal route ascending from Road-head camp. Enjoy the breathtaking view over the Gorges valley and back over towards Ithanguni and the northern moorlands. Lunch will be served along the way before getting to Mintos camp. Spend the rest of your afternoon relaxing and refreshing for the next day summit attempt.
Hiking Distance: 24Kms | Duration: 15Hrs
Predawn attempt of the summit starts in the wee hours of the morning; our hike takes up to three hours to the summit arriving just minutes before sunrise. Descend down to Shipton camp for breakfast and later proceed for a 5hours trek to Old Moses camp traversing through the majestic Mackinders valley. The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery which includes the moorland before reaching the camp in the evening for evening tea and dinner.
Hiking Distance: 8Kms | Duration: 1.5Hrs
After early morning breakfast, descend for 3 hours to the Sirimon park gate to catch a vehicle for a transfer back to Nanyuki town where you will then board your waiting car for a transfer to Nairobi.
Mount Kenya is located in central Kenya, approximately 150 km (93 miles) north of Nairobi, the capital city. The mountain straddles Meru, Kirinyaga, and Nyeri counties, with the main trekking access towns being Nanyuki (northwest), Chogoria (east), and Naro Moru (west). The Mount Kenya National Park surrounds the peak, with three main trekking approach roads leading to different route starting points: Sirimon Gate (northwest), Naro Moru Gate (west), and Chogoria Gate (east). The entire mountain is easily reachable by road (3–4 hours from Nairobi) or by charter flight to small airstrips near Nanyuki.
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Travelers rate the 5-day Mount Kenya trek as an "incredible value" and "perfect for time-limited adventurers," with most achieving the summit of Point Lenana successfully. Reviewers praise the stunning alpine scenery, from equatorial rainforest to rocky lunar landscapes and glaciers, while noting that the short duration requires good fitness and proper acclimatization. Many highlight the Sirimon Route (descending via Chogoria) as the best 5-day option for scenic variety and easier altitude management. The overwhelming consensus is that while challenging, the sunrise views from the summit are unforgettable, and experienced guides make all the difference for success.
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David Hunter -
22 January 2025We did this as a private 5-day trek with our family of three. The views were stunning, the guides were great and we made it to the summit. The food was also really good and we even got to try some Mountain water and cooked on the trail. Highly recommended if you're looking for a challenge. I really enjoyed the trek to Point Lenana, the highest point of Mount Kenya that can be reached without technical climbing. The atmosphere there is otherworldly, with glaciers, rocks and an alpine desert. Watching the sunrise from there was an unforgettable moment.
Jackeline Franklin -
25 January, 2025Best Mount Kenia package for you.