Mount Kenya — 4 Days / 3 Nights (Lenana Summit)
Mount Kenya is Africa’s second-highest peak, a UNESCO heritage site, and home to surreal landscapes — glacier lakes, giant lobelias, moorlands, cliffs, and alpine vegetation. This 4-day climb is ideal for adventure lovers seeking a rewarding but achievable summit.
Difficulty: Moderate–Hard
Best Time: Jan–Mar, Jul–Oct
Route: Sirimon Up — Chogoria Down
Day-By-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi → Sirimon Gate → Old Moses Camp (3300m)
– Pickup from Nairobi
– Drive to Nanyuki
– Park entry formalities
– 3–4 hour trek to Old Moses Camp
– Dinner & overnight
Highlight: First views of the peaks + acclimatization
Day 2: Old Moses → Shipton Camp (4200m)
– Trek through moorland & valleys
– Cross Liki North Valley
– Lunch on the trail
– Arrival at Shipton with stunning views of Batian, Nelion & Lenana
Highlight: High-altitude acclimatization
Day 3: Summit Day (Lenana 4985m) → Mintos → Lake Ellis Camp
– Start at 2AM
– 3–4 hour steep ascent to Point Lenana
– Sunrise at the summit
– Descend via Chogoria route
– Overnight at Lake Ellis
Highlight: Magical glacier sunrise
Day 4: Lake Ellis → Meru Bandas → Nairobi
– Easy descent through forest trails
– Pickup and drive back to Nairobi
Highlight: Celebratory return from the mountain
Inclusions: Park fees, flights, luxury camp, meals, guide, game drives.
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