5-Day Mount Kenya Trekking Adventure
Climb to the Peaks of Mount Kenya on This Guided Trek
This 5-day, 4-night Mount Kenya trekking safari takes you through forests, alpine valleys, and dramatic peaks on your way to Lenana Point (4,985 m). Perfect for active travelers and adventurers, the route offers acclimatization in Nanyuki, scenic hikes past Old Moses, Mackinder’s Valley, and Shipton’s Camp, and culminates in an early morning summit. You’ll be guided by experienced local mountaineers and enjoy nights under the stars in mountain huts and camps.
Itinerary at a Glance
🏙️ Day 1: Nairobi to Nanyuki – Travel, acclimatize, overnight in town
🏕️ Day 2: Nanyuki to Old Moses Camp – Start trekking into the mountain
⛰️ Day 3: Old Moses to Shipton Camp – Hike through Mackinder’s Valley
🏔️ Day 4: Summit Lenana Peak – Reach the top, descend to Mintos
🌄 Day 5: Mintos to Chogoria – Exit through the scenic route, return to Nairobi
Day-by-Day Itinerary
🏙️ Day 1: Nairobi to Nanyuki Town (Acclimatization)
🚍 Board public transport from Nairobi to Nanyuki with your mountain guide
🍽 Arrive in time for lunch and rest
🚶 Enjoy a walking tour and light acclimatization in Nanyuki town
🏨 Overnight at a hotel in Nanyuki
🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner
🏕️ Day 2: Nanyuki to Old Moses Camp (3,350m)
🍳 Breakfast at the hotel
🚐 Transfer to Met Station, the park entry point
🥾 Begin your trek to Old Moses Camp (Judmaier) through forested trails
🏕️ Dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
⛰️ Day 3: Old Moses to Shipton Camp (4,200m)
🥾 Trek past scenic moorlands and the Mackinder’s Valley
🌿 Enjoy changing landscapes and unique alpine vegetation
🏕️ Arrive at Shipton Camp, nestled below the peaks
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏔️ Day 4: Summit Lenana Peak (4,985m) & Descend to Mintos (4,250m)
🌄 Begin the summit hike before dawn for a sunrise view at Lenana Point
🌍 On clear days, view Mount Kilimanjaro to the south and Mount Elgon to the west
🍳 Breakfast at Mintos Camp after the descent
🚶 Continue to Road Head for dinner and overnight
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🌄 Day 5: Mintos to Chogoria, Return to Nairobi
🍳 Early breakfast at camp
🥾 Final descent to Chogoria Gate, exit through the lush eastern route
🍽 Lunch in Chogoria town
🚐 Depart for Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Why Choose This Adventure?
✔️ Summit Point Lenana, Mount Kenya’s most accessible peak at 4,985m
✔️ Ideal for intermediate hikers and mountain enthusiasts
✔️ Guided by certified local mountaineers with safety in mind
✔️ Witness unique ecosystems, glaciers, and panoramic ridgelines
✔️ Overnight in authentic mountain huts and campsites
✔️ Perfect acclimatization and scenic route via Chogoria Gate
📝 Note: This itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and other factors to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants.