6 Days Mount Kenya climbing to Point Lenana

Nairobi, Kenya
Duration6 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Out of the three crests of this mountain giant, we’ll take you to Lenana Point which is easy to access both for expert climbers and newbies. In order to get to the higher points of Batian (5199m), Nelion (5,188m) specialized skills are required. However, the hike to Lenana Point is fairly simple and can be taken over by regular trekkers as well. Mount Kenya trek that combines the two most scenic routes of Mt Kenya. Ascent is on the dry side of mountain which offers some of the finest walking. Climb up through forest into a wide ridge approach to the summit area. The route starts on the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki. Access is adequate and the bunk house facilities are the best on this side of the mountain

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Climbing Gears, Sleeping Bag, Vissa Fees,

What to expect

Day 1: Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta Airport and transfer to Nairobi Hotel
  1. Nairobi
    2h
    We’ll pick you up from the airport and transfer you to La Maison Royale Hotel for overnight.
    Includes: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Nairobi/Sirimon/Old Moses Camp 3-4 hrs, 9km, 860m ascent
  1. Mount Kenya National Park
    4h
    We’ll begin at 7 am and drive for about 4 hours to get to Nanyuki town and halt there for lunch. Heading further, we’ll proceed to Sirimon Gate (2440m). From the gate, traversing dense forest which later becomes heath land after about 3½ hours, we’ll finally arrive at Old Moses Camp(3300m) for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Old Moses Camp to Shipton Camp 6-7hrs, 14km, 900m ascent
  1. Mount Kenya National Park
    9h
    After breakfast, we’ll follow the track uphill to cross Ontulili River. Heading right, traversing the moorland, we’ll cross Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where we’ll see panoramic views. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, (4200m).

    Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Shipton Camp –Acclimatisation day
  1. Mount Kenya National Park
    5h
    We’ll spend the day acclimatizing. We’ll walk to Kami Hut down to Hauseberg Lakes (Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn) and head back to Shipton for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Shipton camp to Point Lenana to Mount Meru Bandas (Chogoria Gate) 11-12hrs, 32km, 785m ascent
  1. Mount Kenya National Park
    7h
    Starting early at 3 am we’ll begin on the steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff to reach Lenana point (6km from Shipton Camp) by 6:30 am. Here, we’ll see an incredible sunrise. Thereafter, we’ll descend to Mintos hut (6km) for breakfast and walk for another 4-5 hrs further down to get to Mount Meru Bandas (2950m) for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Chogoria Bandas to Chogoria to Nairobi
  1. Nairobi
    5h
    Descending for about 2hr through the forest, we’ll reach Chogoria Village from where your transfer vehicle will take you back to Nairobi.
    Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at La Maison Royale Hotel for overnight.
    Includes: Breakfast and Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will be at the hotel waiting to pick you up.

End point

The guide will be at the hotel waiting to pick you up.

Pickup details

Our Mountain Safari guide will be at the airport waiting to pick you up.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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