This is an extremely demanding two-day Mount Kenya trek designed for very fit, well-acclimatized hikers. The short schedule allows limited time for acclimatization, so a longer itinerary is generally safer. The summit attempt is weather-dependent.
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Overview
Duration: 2 days / 1 night Route: Naro Moru Gate – Met Station – Mackinder’s Camp – Point Lenana – Naro Moru Gate Summit objective: Point Lenana (4,985 m) Starting point: Naro Moru Gate, approximately 2,400–2,600 m Difficulty: Very challenging Accommodation: Mountain hut or camping, subject to arrangement
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| Day | Route & Activities | Distance & Duration | Accommodation / Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Nairobi – Naro Moru Gate – Met Station – Mackinder’s Camp. Depart Nairobi early and drive to Naro Moru Gate. Complete park registration and meet the mountain guide and support crew. Begin trekking through montane forest and continue into the moorland, passing the challenging Vertical Bog and proceeding through Teleki Valley to Mackinder’s Camp. | Approximately 15–19 km; 7–10 hours | Mackinder’s Camp (approx. 4,200 m). Lunch and dinner. |
| Day 2 | Mackinder’s Camp – Point Lenana – Naro Moru Gate – Nairobi. Start around midnight for the summit attempt. Climb towards Point Lenana and aim to reach the summit at sunrise, weather permitting. Take photographs, descend to Mackinder’s Camp for breakfast, then continue down through Teleki Valley, the Vertical Bog and Met Station towards Naro Moru Gate. Drive back to Nairobi if time and conditions permit. | Approximately 20–25 km; 12–16+ hours | Breakfast and packed lunch; return to Nairobi. |
Day 01 :
Nairobi – Naro Moru Gate – Met Station – Mackinder’s Camp
Approx. 15–19 km hiking, depending on the starting point | 7–10 hours
- Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive towards Naro Moru town.
- Arrive at Naro Moru Gate for park registration, permit checks and a briefing with the mountain guide.
- Begin the trek through the montane forest, where you may encounter indigenous trees, birdlife and monkeys.
- Continue towards the moorland and the famous Vertical Bog, a wet, marshy section that can be slippery and physically demanding.
- Proceed across the high-altitude moorland towards Teleki Valley, enjoying views of the main peaks and distinctive alpine vegetation.
- Arrive at Mackinder’s Camp (approximately 4,200 m), where the team prepares dinner and settles in for the night.Meals: Lunch and dinner. Accommodation: Mackinder’s Camp, subject to availability.
Day 02 :
Mackinder’s Camp – Point Lenana – Met Station – Naro Moru Gate – Nairobi
Approx. 20–25 km hiking | 12–16+ hours
- Wake up around midnight or 1:00 a.m. for a light snack and hot drink before beginning the summit attempt.
- Start climbing towards Point Lenana (4,985 m) under the guidance of your mountain crew.
- Ascend the steep rocky and scree slopes at a slow, steady pace, with regular checks for altitude-related symptoms.
- Reach Point Lenana around sunrise, conditions and pace permitting, for summit photographs and panoramic views of Mount Kenya’s peaks.
- Begin the descent to Mackinder’s Camp for breakfast and a short recovery break.
- Continue descending through Teleki Valley and the Vertical Bog towards Met Station.
- If conditions, daylight and the group's physical condition permit, continue down to Naro Moru Gate, meet the waiting vehicle and return to Nairobi.Meals: Breakfast and packed lunch; dinner depends on arrival time. The descent to the gate may need to be shortened or split for safety.
Includes
- Mount Kenya National Park entry fees for the trek.
- Professional, experienced mountain guide.
- Porters to carry camping equipment and group supplies, as arranged.
- Mountain cook and meal preparation.
- One night of mountain accommodation at Mackinder’s Camp, subject to availability and booking arrangements.
- Meals during the trek as specified in the itinerary.
- Drinking water during the trek, subject to the agreed package.
- Ground transport from Nairobi to Naro Moru Gate and return, if included in the quotation.
- Park registration and trekking arrangements.
- Basic group camping equipment, where applicable.
- Government taxes and applicable fees, as specified in the quotation.
Excludes
- International flights.
- Kenya visa and entry requirements, where applicable.
- Travel insurance, including high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation cover.
- Personal hiking equipment, including waterproof clothing, hiking boots, sleeping bag and trekking poles.
- Personal expenses, snacks and additional drinks.
- Tips and gratuities for guides, porters and the cook.
- Accommodation in Nairobi before or after the trek.
- Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary.
- Emergency rescue costs or medical expenses not covered by insurance.
- Additional transport, accommodation or meals arising from delays, bad weather or itinerary changes.
- Any services not explicitly listed under inclusi