4-Day Mount Kenya Hiking Adventure
Embark on an exhilarating hike to Africa’s second-highest peak — Mount Kenya. Traverse the scenic Sirimon Route on a fully guided trek with overnights in wilderness camps and a summit attempt at Point Lenana.
Snapshot Summary
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Highlight |
Details |
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Duration |
4 Days / 3 Nights |
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Operator |
AGASARO SAFARIS |
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Luxury Lodge (Start/End) |
Fairview Hotel, Nairobi |
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Mountain Camps |
Old Moses Camp, Shipton’s Camp |
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Key Experiences |
Scenic hike through moorland and
alpine zones, Point Lenana summit |
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Meals |
Full Board (B/L/D Days 1–3; B Day
4) |
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Transfers |
Private 4×4 Nairobi ↔ Sirimon Gate
+ porter support |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi → Mount Kenya | Hike to Old Moses Camp
- Depart Nairobi early morning and drive to Sirimon Gate (2,600m)
- Trek through lush forest and moorland to Old Moses Camp (3,300m)
- Acclimatization hike in the evening
Day 2: Trek Old Moses → Shipton’s Camp
- Full-day hike across spectacular alpine scenery
- Cross the scenic Mackinder Valley to reach Shipton’s Camp (4,200m)
Day 3: Summit Attempt | Point Lenana (4,985m) → Old Moses Camp
- Pre-dawn summit push to Point Lenana for sunrise over the peaks
- Descend back to Shipton’s, rest, then continue to Old Moses
Day 4: Descend to Sirimon Gate → Return to Nairobi
- Morning descent to Sirimon Gate
- Transfer by 4×4 back to Nairobi
- Optional drop-off at the hotel or the airport
- Park entrance and camping fees
- Certified mountain guide & porters
- All meals during the trek (B/L/D)
- Mountain tents & mattresses
- Private road transfers (Nairobi ↔ Mount Kenya)
- 1 night pre/post in Nairobi (Fairview Hotel or similar)
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Personal hiking gear (available for rent)
- Tips for guides/porters
- Alcoholic beverages
- Extra hotel nights beyond the program