6-Day Mount Kenya Trek to Point Lenana

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi – Nanyuki – Sirimon Gate – Old Moses Camp

Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive to Nanyuki. After a short stop for lunch, continue to Sirimon Gate, where you will complete park entry procedures and begin the trek.

Hike through the beautiful Mount Kenya forest towards Old Moses Camp. The trail is gradual, allowing you to acclimatize while enjoying the mountain scenery.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Judmaier Campsite

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Old Moses to Shipton's Camp

After breakfast, begin the trek towards Shipton’s Camp. Follow the Sirimon Route through the moorlands, passing unique high-altitude vegetation and spectacular valleys.

Continue towards the alpine zone as the landscape becomes more rugged. Arrive at Shipton’s Camp, have dinner, and rest in preparation for the summit.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shipton's camp -point lenana - Shipton's camp

Wake up very early and begin the summit climb towards Point Lenana at 4,985 metres. Trek in the darkness and aim to reach the summit around sunrise.

Enjoy breathtaking views from Point Lenana before beginning the descent back to Shipton’s Camp. Have breakfast and spend the rest of the day resting and recovering.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shipton's Camp to Austrian Hut

After breakfast, trek across the high-altitude terrain towards Austrian Hut. Enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kenya’s peaks, glaciers, and surrounding valleys.

The day provides an opportunity to explore the alpine environment at a more relaxed pace while continuing to acclimatize.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Austrian Hut Campsite

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Austrian Hut to Mackinder's Camp

After breakfast, descend through the alpine zone towards Mackinder’s Camp via the scenic trail. Enjoy views of the surrounding valleys and mountain peaks as you gradually lose altitude.

Arrive at camp, relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the final day of the trek.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Mackinders Campsite

• Budget tented camp located on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mackinder's camp to Met station to Nairobi

After breakfast, begin the final descent through the mountain vegetation towards Met Station. Continue to the park gate, where you will meet your vehicle for the journey back to Nairobi.

Enjoy the changing scenery as you leave Mount Kenya behind. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable 6-day Mount Kenya Point Lenana climbing adventure.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.