$3,304 to $3,864 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya
Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or after breakfast at your Nairobi hotel, meet your professional mountain guide for a warm welcome and comprehensive safari briefing. Depart on a scenic drive through Kenya's fertile central highlands, passing coffee plantations, tea estates, and picturesque villages before arriving in Chogoria Town. Check into your lodge, meet your trekking crew, conduct a detailed equipment check, and receive an orientation about the Chogoria Route, altitude acclimatization, and safety procedures. Relax during the evening while enjoying magnificent views of Mount Kenya and prepare for the adventure ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kenya
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Chogoria Gate – Lake Ellis Camp
Chogoria Gate – Lake Ellis Camp
After breakfast, transfer to Chogoria Gate for park registration before continuing to the trailhead where your trek begins. Walk through lush montane forest, bamboo zones, and giant heather vegetation while spotting black-and-white colobus monkeys, Sykes monkeys, bushbucks, and colorful birdlife. As the trail climbs steadily, the scenery opens into beautiful alpine moorlands before reaching the tranquil Lake Ellis. Surrounded by spectacular mountain landscapes, this peaceful campsite provides breathtaking sunset views and an excellent introduction to Mount Kenya's pristine wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kenya
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Lake Ellis – Mintos Camp
Lake Ellis – Mintos Camp
Today's trek leads across rolling alpine moorlands dotted with giant lobelias and groundsels unique to East Africa's high mountains. Follow scenic ridges overlooking the dramatic Gorges Valley while enjoying magnificent views of Batian and Nelion peaks. Stop for lunch surrounded by breathtaking landscapes before arriving at Mintos Camp. In the afternoon, take a short walk to the famous Temple viewpoint where panoramic views of cliffs, waterfalls, valleys, and glaciers create unforgettable photographic opportunities. Spend the evening resting and acclimatizing at high altitude.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kenya
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Acclimatization & Hall Tarns Exploration
Acclimatization & Hall Tarns Exploration
Today is dedicated to acclimatization, significantly increasing your chances of a successful summit while allowing you to fully appreciate Mount Kenya's unique alpine environment. After breakfast, enjoy a guided hike around Hall Tarns and nearby ridges, discovering crystal-clear mountain lakes, fascinating volcanic formations, and endemic alpine plants. Learn about the mountain's geology, wildlife, and conservation while taking in uninterrupted views of Kenya's highest peaks. Return to Mintos Camp for lunch and relax for the remainder of the afternoon before your guide conducts a detailed summit briefing.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kenya
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Austrian Hut & Summit Preparation
Austrian Hut & Summit Preparation
After a relaxed breakfast, enjoy a shorter hike from Mintos Camp to Austrian Hut, located just below Point Lenana. This gradual ascent provides additional acclimatization while reducing the distance required during summit day. Spend the afternoon resting, hydrating, and enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding glaciers and rugged peaks. Your guide will review the summit plan and ensure everyone is fully prepared for the early morning ascent. Enjoy an early dinner before retiring for a few hours of sleep ahead of the summit attempt.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kenya
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Summit Point Lenana 4985m – Meru Bandas
Summit Point Lenana 4985m – Meru Bandas
Wake before dawn and begin the exhilarating climb to Point Lenana under a sky filled with brilliant stars. Reach the summit in time to witness a spectacular African sunrise illuminating Batian, Nelion, glaciers, and the distant plains below. Celebrate your achievement with photographs before beginning a rewarding descent through alpine landscapes, Hall Tarns, and the spectacular Gorges Valley. Continue through giant heather and bamboo forests before arriving at Meru Bandas, where comfortable accommodation and a hearty dinner await after an unforgettable day.
- Main Destination:
- Mount Kenya
- Accommodation:
- Budget camping
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Meru Bandas – Chogoria – Sweetwaters Conservancy
Meru Bandas – Chogoria – Sweetwaters Conservancy
After breakfast, descend through indigenous forest to Chogoria Gate where your vehicle will be waiting. From here, enjoy a scenic drive north to the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy, East Africa's leading wildlife conservancy. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in search of elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and numerous antelope species. Visit the conservancy's famous rhino sanctuary, home to both black and white rhinos, before checking into your safari lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Accommodation:
- Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Morning Game Drive – Return to Nairobi
Morning Game Drive – Return to Nairobi
Rise early for a final sunrise game drive across the beautiful plains of Ol Pejeta Conservancy, when wildlife is most active. Keep an eye out for predators returning from the night's hunt, large elephant herds, endangered species, and abundant birdlife. After breakfast at the lodge, begin your scenic journey back to Nairobi through Kenya's central highlands, arriving in the afternoon. Transfer to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, bringing your unforgettable Mount Kenya Scenic Hiking & Wildlife Safari to a memorable conclusion.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
