6 Days Mount Kenya climbing to Point Lenana

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6 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Out of the three crests of this mountain giant, we’ll take you to Lenana Point which is easy to access both for expert climbers and newbies. In order to get to the higher points of Batian (5199m), Nelion (5,188m) specialized skills are required. However, the hike to Lenana Point is fairly simple and can be taken over by regular trekkers as well. Mount Kenya trek that combines the two most scenic routes of Mt Kenya. Ascent is on the dry side of mountain which offers some of the finest walking. Climb up through forest into a wide ridge approach to the summit area. The route starts on the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki. Access is adequate and the bunk house facilities are the best on this side of the mountain

What's Included

Bottled water
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[5])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[6])
Breakfast
Alcoholic Beverages
Climbing Gears, Sleeping Bag, Vissa Fees,

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our Mountain Safari guide will be at the airport waiting to pick you up.

OR
Meeting point
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

The guide will be at the hotel waiting to pick you up.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta Airport and transfer to Nairobi Hotel

    1 stop
  • 1
    Nairobi

    We’ll pick you up from the airport and transfer you to La Maison Royale Hotel for overnight. Includes: Bed & Breakfast

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Nairobi/Sirimon/Old Moses Camp 3-4 hrs, 9km, 860m ascent

    1 stop
  • 2
    Mount Kenya National Park

    We’ll begin at 7 am and drive for about 4 hours to get to Nanyuki town and halt there for lunch. Heading further, we’ll proceed to Sirimon Gate (2440m). From the gate, traversing dense forest which later becomes heath land after about 3½ hours, we’ll finally arrive at Old Moses Camp(3300m) for dinner and overnight.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Old Moses Camp to Shipton Camp 6-7hrs, 14km, 900m ascent

    1 stop
  • 3
    Mount Kenya National Park

    After breakfast, we’ll follow the track uphill to cross Ontulili River. Heading right, traversing the moorland, we’ll cross Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where we’ll see panoramic views. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, (4200m). Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    9 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Shipton Camp –Acclimatisation day

    1 stop
  • 4
    Mount Kenya National Park

    We’ll spend the day acclimatizing. We’ll walk to Kami Hut down to Hauseberg Lakes (Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn) and head back to Shipton for dinner and overnight.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Shipton camp to Point Lenana to Mount Meru Bandas (Chogoria Gate) 11-12hrs, 32km, 785m ascent

    1 stop
  • 5
    Mount Kenya National Park

    Starting early at 3 am we’ll begin on the steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff to reach Lenana point (6km from Shipton Camp) by 6:30 am. Here, we’ll see an incredible sunrise. Thereafter, we’ll descend to Mintos hut (6km) for breakfast and walk for another 4-5 hrs further down to get to Mount Meru Bandas (2950m) for dinner and overnight.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Chogoria Bandas to Chogoria to Nairobi

    1 stop
  • 6
    Nairobi

    Descending for about 2hr through the forest, we’ll reach Chogoria Village from where your transfer vehicle will take you back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at La Maison Royale Hotel for overnight. Includes: Breakfast and Lunch

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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