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Mount Kenya Ascent

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7 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
15 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Challenging
Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.
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Highlights

Summit Point Lenana (4,985m/16,355ft), a rewarding personal achievement with panoramic sunrise views over Africa’s highest peaks

Sleep beside alpine lakes, camping at Lake Ellis and Lake Michaelson, two of East Africa’s most beautiful high camps

Spot wildlife in the wild, Colobus monkeys, antelope and birds of prey

Full east-to-west traverse, experience varied scenery without retracing your steps

Itinerary

For trekkers searching for a quieter, more scenic alternative to Africa’s busiest peaks, the "Mount Kenya Ascent" tour offers an immersive seven-day trekking adventure beginning and ending in Nairobi. Designed for experienced travelers and seniors with a taste for challenge, this guided trip ventures into Mount Kenya National Park, culminating in a pre-dawn summit of Point Lenana (4,985m/16,355ft)—the highest trekking peak on the massif.

The journey takes you up the Chogoria route, famed for its alpine lakes and excellent acclimatisation opportunities. You’ll traverse lakeside camps at Lake Ellis and Lake Michaelson, ascend to the beautiful Simba Tarn, and enjoy awe-inspiring panoramic views of Batian and Nelion peaks—with Kilimanjaro visible on clear days. The descent on the Sirimon Route offers a peaceful walk through the Mackinder Valley, rounding out a spectacular mountain traverse.

A unique feature of this trek package is the opportunity to experience Mount Kenya’s varied terrain, distinctive Afro-alpine flora, and rare wildlife, all within a UNESCO World Heritage landscape. With fewer crowds than Kilimanjaro and striking visual diversity, this tour is perfect for adventure seekers eager to explore one of Africa’s most beautiful and tranquil trekking destinations.

day 1Join Nairobi

On arrival in Nairobi, please make your way to the group hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure in Kenya's capital city.
Overnight: Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill Hotel

day 2Drive to Mt Kenya National Park

day 3Ascend Mt Kenya via Lake Ellis (3500m)

day 4Trek to Lake Michaelson (4000m)

day 5Trek to Simba Tarn (4560m)

day 6Ascend Point Lenana (4985m), descend via Mackinders Valley to Liki North Camp (3900m)

day 7Descend Sirimon Valley to Old Moses Camp (3400m), transfer to Nairobi where the trip concludes

What's Included

Accommodation
1 night in 3 star hotel on a twinshare basis
Meals
6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners
Guide
Experienced local guides, cook and camp crew
Others
5 nights fully supported camping on a twinshare tent basisGroup camping equipment including tent (sleeping bag and mat not included)Porters to carry personal and group equipmentPrivate return transfers from Nairobi to Mt KenyaPark entrance fees valued at US$300

Customer Reviews

5.0

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Hardcore trek but well organised and a great sense of satisfaction reaching the summit of Mt Kenya. Big thanks to Edwin and his crew.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent trip. All connections with guides and pickups went well. Guides were very caring and the assistance given to all of our group was very encouraging

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Fantastic, challenging trip. The guides and supporting team were amazing and did everything they could so our trip was fun and for us all to reach the summit

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Well organised tours and professional safari guides.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent guide and porters and so was the food

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