Embark on a 4-day Mt Kenya trek via Chogoria Route. Experience stunning landscapes, wildlife, and expert guidance. Perfect for adventure seekers.
DAY 1- Nairobi- Lake Ellis 9 Km Pickup from Nairobi and drive to Chogoria gate.
Mount Kenya National Park - Heavy snacks prepared by the chef is served shortly after arrival followed by Lunch
After lunch we will start our hike to Lake Ellis (camp)through Hargenia forest and tussock grass. We cross a stream before passing a fisheries station on the right but still under the beautiful Hargenia trees. After an hour moderate walk we exit the forest and into the moorland, the Road End camp is an hour or so. Along the trails, we enjoy views of Mugi Hill and the Giant Billiard Table. Visit River Nithi and Nithi falls enroute to lake Ellis.
Take a short walk to familiarize ourselves with the surroundings.
Return to campsite.
Bonfire moment.
Supper is served.
Retire for sleep at own convenient time
DAY 2 Lake Ellis-/Mintos/ 14 Km
DAY 2 Lake Ellis-/Mintos/ 14 Km
Mount Kenya - After breakfast, we follow the track through heather and the golden moorland. After 30 minutes we get to one of the streams that drain into the Nithi falls, we can refill our water bottles here as we take our first water break. From here its an uphill task emerging from the valley and behind us bidding Lake Ellis goodbye. After 2-3 hrs up we get to the intersection of the traditional Chogoria route and our path. This will be our Lunch break point. As we enjoy our lunch we now also from this point have a glimpse of Lake Michaelson.
After lunch and some good rest, we start again following the main trail up Mintos Camp and then branch off to the left after 20 minutes. From this point it’s a gentle uphill to the Camp. From the camp if the mountain is not shy reveals the two main peaks Lenana and Batian. I Later in the evening early dinner is served and we retire to our tents for a good rest and prepare for an early morning summit.
Day 3: Minto`s – Pt Lenana ( 4,985m)- Old Moses camp. 20 Km
Mount Kenya National Park - Predawn attempt of the summit starts at 03:00 am. We hike for about three hours up to Point Lenana (4985m), the hiker’s summit, arriving there in time to watch the African sunrise. Descend to Shipton camp for breakfast. After breakfast, begin a 5 hour descent via Mackinder`s valley to the Old Moses camp (3,300m). The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery, which includes the moorlands before reaching the camp
### Day 4 Old moses Sirimon Gate Drive To Nairobi 7 Km
Mount Kenya National Park - After early morning breakfast, descend for 4 hours to the Sirimon Park gate and travel to Nairobi. This means that we will exit through the Nanyuki side after getting on the mountain through the Chogoria side
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Your personal hiking gears
Experience beautiful landscapes and spectacular mountain views on this 4-day Mt Kenya climb along the Chogoria Route. From gentle hikes to steep ascents, this route will lead you through fairy forests and moorlands, passing high waterfalls and gurgling streams. Make sure to look for elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes in the lower mountain region. You spend one night at beautiful Lake Ellis and have view of Lake Michaelson from Mintos Camp. Your return leads through the wide Mackinder’s Valley along the Sirimon Route. Our experienced crew will lead the way and ensure you not only get to the top, but safely back down again.
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