Second in Africa to only the mythical Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m) in terms of size, Mount Kenya (5,199m) is an immensely impressive peak.
For 7 days, I would like to guide you on a journey that will take you from the beautiful city of Nairobi, to the highest summit of Mount Kenya, the Batian summit (5,199m) and back. This journey will be full of unforgettable natural sights. It will also be full of arduous, and at times, technically difficult climbing. However, the rewards you will get not from just one, but two of the peak’s glorious summits (the other being the Nelion Tower at 5,188m) are absolutely worth it.
During the climb itself, we will be ascending by way of the normal south east face route. This route will take us to Nelion. From Nelion, you will get to pass through the breathtaking Gate of mists on the way to the Batian summit. During the climb you will be staying in tents, as well as different huts, including the Austrian hut and the Howell hut.
As a result of the technical aspects inherent in this climb, it is important that participants have prior mountaineering experience. It is also crucial that you are in good enough physical condition to handle the rigours of this excursion.
The climb to the top of Mount Kenya is amazing. And if the day is clear, you can even see the summit of Kilimanjaro from the Batian summit! To experience this adventure for yourself, then book your place now and get ready for an adventure you will never forget!
After your pick up from the Nairobi airport or your hotel, we will transfer to the Mount Kenya national park. Upon arrival, we will take a 3-4 hour hike to the Naro Moru river lodge (3,040m). We will spend the night in tents.
Today we will hike for approximately 5 to 7 hours, with an altitude gain of approximately 1,300 meters, to the Mackiners camp, where we will spend the night in tents.
Today we will hike for approximately 2 to 3 hours, with an altitude gain of approximately 490 meters, to the Austrian hut, where we will spend the night in tents.
We will make our way to the summit of the Nelion tower today. We will take the South East Face standard route. The climb will take anywhere from 10 to 16 hours. At the summit, we will spend the night in the Howell’s bivvy hut.
Today we will climb through the Gates of Mist to the summit of Batian. The ascent should take approximately 3 to 4 hours. Afterwards, we will go to the Austrian hut where we will spend the night.
Today we will trek along the Sirimon route via the gorges valley to the Judimier/old Moses camp where we will spend the night.
On the final day of this trip we will eat breakfast and descend to the Sirimon gate and leave the Mount Kenya national park. Afterwards, we will drive back to Nairobi.
