This trekk combines two of the most scenic routes up Mt. Kenya. This combination offers undeniably themost magnificent ascent route to the summit at Point Lenana Peak, 4985m. 

This 4-DAY hiking allows you a comfortable hiking pace, giving you time to ascend the peak in a safe pace while acclimatizing to avoid altitude sickness. Climbing Mount Kenya via Chogoria route is entirely camping. Accommodation on this route is in high altitude camping tents, fully provided with mattresses.On all camps. While on the climb, interests to see on this route is Lake Ellis, Nithi Falls, Gorges Valley and the Giant’s Billiard Table that are quite spectacular with magnificent views.

Trek highlights:

• Trekking through the most stunning route on Mount Kenya.
• The Equatorial rainforest.
• The charming Gorges Valley with great scenic views of Lake Michaelson
• A visit to The Nithi Falls.
• Camping on the beautiful Lake Ellis
   

CHOGORIA ROUTE ITINERARY:

Day1: 

Nairobi – Chogoria Town – Meru Bandas Camp.

Bandas, 10km and 2hrs walk, 950m ascent*.
The trek starts with pick up from Nairobi at 7am and drive northwards to Chogoria Town, aptly at 2000m for an early lunch. From this small Chogoria town, you will take a vehicle to the rain forest clearance located 16km. Your day’s hike starts from here for 10km.
This walking is through the forest in a dusty path which can sometimes become muddy during the rainy season. The hike will last 2hrs reaching Mount Meru Bandas on 2950m where dinner and first night will be camping tents.
 

Day 2:

 Meru Bandas – Road Head – Lake Ellis, 5hrs, 13km, 700m ascent.

A Wake up to breakfast here at Meru Bandas Campsite.Then after we follow the path through the giant heather and forest up to Chogoria road head, from where you detour with a descent to Nithi Falls then back track to Road Head Camp at an altitude of 3300m walking approximately 3-4hrs. You now, continue hiking from Road Head Camp for 1hr, following the track in the moorland and giant heather to arrive at Lake Ellis, through Mugi Hills (if you hike to the top of Mugi Hills you are able to have a view of the Billiard Table Mountain.Later you will then reach Lake Ellis Camp for dinner and overnight, 3650m.
 

Day 3: 

Lake Ellis Camp – Mintos Hut – Hike  12km  4-5 hrs.

An early start with hiking through the track following a ridge up the mountain for approximately 3/4 hours. At an altitude of 4100m, join the mainly used track on the normal Chogoria route. Here, you will be amazed at the breathtaking views over the scenic Gorges Valley and the Hall Tarn that have magnificent views, Northern Moorlands and towards Ithanguni. Your lunch is served at a small stream crossing. A further one hour hike will lead you to Mintos Hut at 4200m.
In the afternoon, you can take a short 10 minutes guided walk to the “Temple” which is a 150 meters vertical cliff. Alternatively, take an afternoon walk from Mintos hut to the most scenic Lake Michaelson. This hiking to
Lake Michaelson, takes about 2hrs ascent and 1hr 30 minutes descent back. Return for dinner and overnight at Mintos Hut.
 

Day 4: 

Mintos Hut – Point Lenana  – Old Moses Hut –Hiking 13.5km, 12hrs 30mins.

A wakeup call just slightly after midnight and be served biscuits, coffee, tea etc. Then will start your final climb at 2am hiking towards the main mountain peaks .After an hour of walking divide above a flat green area at the head of the valley commonly known as ‘Temple Fields’, you arrive at Point Lenana by approximately 6:30 am to catch the *sunrise over Kenya* climaxing your climb to the top. There will be a photographic opportunity followed by a 2hrs descend via Sirimon route to Shipton Camp at 4200m taking 2hrs Approximate.Here, you will be served a well-deserved breakfast. Later Another 4hrs(approximate) descent through the Mackinders Valley will see you arrive Old Moses Camp, located at 3300m for the lunch. Where your trip ends. Later catch your transport back to Nairobi after lunch
Arriving in Nairobi late evening.

COSTS:

Kenya Citizens: $450 pp. (2pax and above.

Kenya Resident: $550 pp. (2pax and above.

Non Residents: $750 pp. (2pax and above.

                                $950 pp. (1pax)

Price includes:

Transfer from Nairobi to the mountain and return

• All meals during hiking
• Mountain accommodation in tents.
• All Mount Kenya National Park entry permits/fees and all local government taxes
• Experienced mountain guide, cook, and porters
• Clean drinking water during the hike

• Upon completion, Live the dash successful climb Certificate.