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Overview
Would you like to discover the stunning Chogoria traverse on Mount Kenya? Then join us on this 6-day program starting from Nairobi! At 5,199 m, Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa after Kilimanjaro. This stunning giant is famous for its breathtaking vegetation and wildlife. The highest peaks on Mount Kenya are Batian (5,199m), Nelion (5,188m) and Point Lenana (4,985m). On this adventure, we will climb to the top of Lenana via the Chogoria route, considered to be one of the most beautiful to the top of Mount Kenya.
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Alcoholic Beverages
Climbing Gears, Rain Jackets, Climbing Boots, Sleeping Bag
What to expect
Day 1: Nairobi to Nanyuki
Nanyuki Town
4h
We will set off from Nairobi mid-morning and drive for 3 hours to Nanyuki. We will have lunch at the Ibis Hotel where we will sort equipment and spend the night.
Day 2: Nanyuki-Old Moses
Mount Kenya National Park
6h
we will drive to the Sirimon Park Gate (2600m) and begin our trek. We will go through forests, bamboo and giant heather zones until we reach the high altitude moorland and the Old Moses Mountain Hut/Campsite (3300m) where we will spend the night.
Day 3: Old Moses- Shipton Camp
Mount Kenya National Park
7h
We will follow a route that crosses the Ontulili river and further on crosses the Likii River before going up to Mackinders valley and finally, Shipton Camp below the towering peaks and glacier.
Day 4: Acclimatization Day
Mount Kenya National Park
8h
We will acclimatize at Shipton and enjoy short treks to Oblong and Hausberg Tarn before lunch.
Day 5: Shipton Camp to Mount Kenya Bandas
Mount Kenya National Park
6h
We will set off early, at 3am and hike up a steep scree slope and glacier 3-4 hours until we reach point Lenana (4985m) to catch site of the sunrise. Then, we will descend to Minto’s hut for breakfast. After resting a while, we will descend down a gorgeous valley with sights of The Temple, Lake Michaelson, Mushroom Rocks and Giant Billiards table before reaching the Bandas where we can enjoy a log fire, hot shower and bed.
Day 6: Mount Kenya Bandas- Nairobi
Nairobi
4h
After breakfast you will hike down a bamboo forest where a vehicle will meet you to transfer you to Chogoria town and further to Nairobi or proceed to join a Safari.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
End point
Pickup details
Our mountain safari guide will pick you up from the airport
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
