Mt.Kenya Hiking 4 Days 3 Nights

4 Days 3 Nights Kenya budget

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From

$650.00

per person

Duration

4 Days 3 Nights

Accommodation

Camp

Country

Kenya

Difficulty

Moderate

About This Tour

2 Days trekking safari take you to the first day that you land to Africa, you will experience it like an epic journey that you have never heard of. It is a journey to be experienced rather than taken. This trip is for highlands nature lover who cannot hike, trek, or climb in high altitude or the people who really loves mountains but does not have enough time to do it. Mount Kenya is the only mountain that seat exactly at the equator. On this trip, you will pass through the equator and see it live. Highlights Trekking adventures Chance to see the Laikipia Plateau Pass through indigenous forest and shrubs Sightings of a wide variety of flora and fauna Daily high altitude mountain food 1 night accommodation

Pricing

High Season

$650.00

Peak wildlife viewing

Low Season

$650.00

Best value, fewer crowds

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Sirimon Gate – Trek to Old Moses Camp

You will depart Nairobi at 7:00 a.m., heading north via the town of Nanyuki, where you will cross the Equator and conduct a brief experiment to experience the gravitational shift at the equator line.
Arrive at Sirimon Gate (2,650m) and enjoy lunch before starting the trek. The hike to Old Moses Camp (also known as Judmeier Camp) spans approximately 9 kilometers, taking 3 to 4 hours through dense forest, bamboo, and heath zones.
You'll arrive at Old Moses Camp (3,300m) by 2:30 – 3:00 p.m. Later in the evening, take a short acclimatization hike up to 3,600 meters, where you'll enter the savanna moorland and enjoy panoramic views of the Laikipia Plateau.
Dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp.

Day 2: Old Moses Camp to Likii Viewpoint – Return to Camp

After an early breakfast at 6:00 a.m., begin your ascent to Likii Viewpoint (4,001m). This scenic hike offers stunning views of the Likii Valley, as well as Mount Kenya’s twin peaks: Batian (5,199m) and Nelion (5,188m).
After enjoying the high-altitude views and photo opportunities, descend back to Old Moses Camp for a hearty lunch. The afternoon is reserved for rest and optional nature walks for further acclimatization.
Dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp.

Day 3: Old Moses Camp to Shipton's Camp via Mackinder Valley

After an early breakfast, depart from Old Moses Camp and trek toward Shipton's Camp, located at 4,200 meters. This leg of the hike is approximately 14 kilometers and takes 6–7 hours, following the scenic Mackinder Valley.
You’ll pass Liki North Camp and walk through spectacular alpine scenery with giant groundsels, lobelias, and rocky ridges. Views of the peaks improve as you gain altitude, preparing you for summit day.
Arrive at Shipton’s Camp in the afternoon. The camp is nestled below Mount Kenya’s main peaks and offers a dramatic backdrop for the night.
Dinner and overnight at Shipton’s Camp.

Day 4: Shipton’s Camp – Summit Attempt (Optional Point Lenana) – Descent to Old Moses and Transfer to Nairobi

You’ll rise very early (around 2:30 a.m.) for those attempting Point Lenana (4,985m), the third-highest peak of Mount Kenya. The pre-dawn hike takes about 3–4 hours, aiming to reach the summit by sunrise, where you’ll witness the magical glow over the African plains.
After a brief rest and celebration at the summit, descend back to Shipton’s Camp for breakfast. Afterward, continue your descent all the way down past Old Moses Camp to Sirimon Gate.
You’ll be picked up at the gate and driven back to Nairobi, arriving in the evening, marking the end of an unforgettable 4-day Mount Kenya adventure.