5 Days Mt. Kenya Climbing & Trekking: Naro Moru Route

Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
DestinationKenya

Tour Overview

The 5 Days Mt. Kenya Climbing & Trekking – Naro Moru Route is the most popular and fastest route to the summit of Mt. Kenya. It is a direct and steep ascent from the western side of the mountain and is commonly used by climbers due to its accessibility and established accommodation facilities.

This route is known for its challenging terrain, including the vertical bog and steep gravel paths. It is suitable for climbers seeking a direct and physically demanding ascent with overnight stays in mountain huts.

Tour Highlights

  • Fastest and most popular route to Mt. Kenya
  • Steep ascent with challenging terrain
  • Summit attempt at Point Lenana
  • Combination of hiking and acclimatization days
  • Accommodation in mountain huts

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1Day

Nairobi – Naro Moru

  • Depart Nairobi after breakfast

  • Travel to Naro Moru town

  • Gear organization and acclimatization

  • Overnight at the Youth Hostel

  • Altitude: approximately 2,000 m

2Day

Naro Moru – Met Station

  • Drive to Naro Moru Park Gate

  • Hike approximately 9 km

  • Hiking time: about 4 hours

  • Acclimatization walk

  • Dinner and overnight at the hut

  • Altitude: 3,000 m

3Day

Met Station – Mackinders Camp

  • Breakfast followed by hike through Teleki Valley

  • Walking time: approximately 5 hours

  • Views of the main peaks

  • Meals and overnight at Mackinders Camp

  • Altitude: 4,200 m

4Day

Mackinders Camp – Point Lenana – Mackinders Camp

  • Early morning summit attempt

  • Ascend to Point Lenana (4,985 m)

  • Descend back to Mackinders Camp

  • Dinner and overnight at the hut

5Day

Mackinders Camp – Nairobi

  • Descend to Met Station and park gate

  • Drive to Naro Moru town for lunch

  • Return to Nairobi in the afternoon

Pricing

Pricing:
Not specified on the source page.

Price Includes:

  • Transport to and from Mt. Kenya

  • Park entrance fees

  • Accommodation during the trek

  • Meals while on the mountain

  • Guide and porter services

Price Excludes:

  • Personal clothing and equipment

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Beverages while not on the mountain

What's Included

  • Transport to and from the mountain
  • Park entrance fees
  • All meals while on the mountain
  • Accommodation in mountain huts or camping where applicable
  • Guiding services
  • Porter support

What's Not Included

  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and porters
  • Beverages while not on the mountain

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