5-Day Mount Kenya Scenic Trekking Expedition

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi – Nanyuki /Sirimon/Judmier Camp (Old Moses Camp) 3-4 hrs, 9km, 860m ascent

Pick up at 7 am from Nairobi Hotel and proceed to Sirimon Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3½ hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Nanyuki (Town)

Accommodation:

Judmaier Campsite

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Judmier Camp/Shipton Camp 6-7hrs, 14km, 900m ascent

After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp.

Main Destination:

Nanyuki (Town)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shipton camp

Spend the day acclimatizing to the high altitude in preparation for the summit attempt. After breakfast, embark on a scenic acclimatization walk from Shipton’s Camp to Kami Hut, enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding peaks, valleys, and unique alpine vegetation. Continue the hike to the beautiful Hauseberg Lakes, including Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn, which are nestled amidst the rugged mountain landscape and provide excellent opportunities for photography and relaxation. After enjoying the tranquil surroundings and breathtaking views, return to Shipton’s Camp for a hot lunch or refreshments, followed by some time to rest and prepare for the summit ascent. Dinner will be served in the evening, after which you will spend the night at Shipton’s Camp, resting ahead of the early morning trek to Point Lenana.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shiptons/Point Lenana/Mount Meru Bandas (Chogoria Gate) 6 hrs, 14km, 785m ascent

Leave at 3am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns arriving point Lenana at 6:30am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Mintos hut, 2hrs, for breakfast and further hrs down to shipton camps, for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Point Lenana (Mt Kenya)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chogoria Bandas/Chogoria/Nairobi

Descend 2hr, 15km to forest clearance to catch a 4×4 transfer vehicle to Chogoria Village where you will connect with your transfer vehicle back to Nairobi where you will be dropped in your hotel/ airport.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.