It is the ideal route to see some of the highest peaks of Mount Kenya, such as Batian and Nelion. We will walk through bamboo forests, alpine moorland and mountain rainforests. Our aim will be reaching its peak Lenana 4,985 m. It is the shortest route and chosen by most walkers.
INCLUDED
- Assistance and Private Transfers arrival and departure airports.
- Expert porters speaking English or Spanish.
- Transport on SUV specially for safari where necessary.
- All entries and fees to parks and reserves described in the itinerary.
- Bed and breakfast in Nairobi; rest of the climbing meals on route and accommodation in camping or huts.
NOT INCLUDED
- International Flights.
- Travel and accident insurance. Advisable
- Beverages, various tips (waiters / porters)
- Personal expenses (phone, laundry, etc).
- Entry visa on arrival or at the Embassy (40 Euros or 50 dollars, fluctuate)
- Optional activities.
- Gratuity to the driver/guide/porter at the end of the climbing.
* The route map is provisional and could be changed on the ground some days when circumstances require.
Day 1: Met Station
Depart from Nairobi, and we will go through the lands of Kikuyu, a rich agricultural area of Kenya. Arrive in the vicinity of Mount Kenya through Naro Moru gate around lunchtime and we will enjoy a picnic. From here we will start our first walk to the Met Station (3050 m), where we overnight.
Day 2: Teleki Lodge
After our first night of adventure to the Lenana peak, we head to our next stop, Mackinder's Camp (4100 m altitude). We will cross the Teleki Valley, where we will have spectacular views of the great peaks and we will cross the Naro Moru river. We will overnight at Mackinder's Camp (Teleki Lodge).
Day 3: Met Station – Naro Moru Gate
We will get up early and try to reach the Lenana peak before dawn, aided by our flashlights, to watch the sunrise from the top. From here we will have the privilege to see the beautiful scenery that stretches beneath our feet, privilege available only for a few.
Then go down to the camp for breakfast, and later begin our descent. We may descend back to the Naro Moru gate directly, or we can spend the night at Met Station and finish the climbing on the 4th day.
At the gate our guide will be waiting to take us to Nairobi airport or continue the safari or beaches extension of our choice.
