Mount Kenya Hiking

6 Days Mount Kenya Hiking Naromoru out Chogoria

$1790-2100 USD

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Safari summary

Chogoria Route Up – Naro Moru Route Down
Distance: 75 km | Difficulty: Challenging | Start/Finish: Nairobi
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day hiking experience with Moonlight Tours Expedition, taking on Mount Kenya's most scenic and diverse routes. Begin your journey with the Chogoria Route, celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, and descend via the Naro Moru Route, known for its direct and adventurous trails.This trek combines the best of Mount Kenya’s climbing routes, offering diverse scenery, challenging terrain, and incredible views. You'll traverse dense forests, cross moorlands, and ascend to Point Lenana—the mountain's iconic peak. With expert guides, camping gear, and a spirit of adventure, this journey promises an exceptional experience.
Why Choose This Package?
1. Chogoria Route:
o Known for its dramatic landscapes, including the Gorge Valley and Lake Michaelson.
o A more gradual ascent, perfect for acclimatization.
2. Naro Moru Route:
o The fastest and most direct descent route.
o Famous for the challenging "Vertical Bog" section.
3. Three Unique Routes:
Mount Kenya offers three main climbing routes: Chogoria (scenic), Sirimon (dry and unique), and Naro Moru (fastest). This package combines the best elements of Chogoria and Naro Moru.
Itinerary Highlights
• Day 1: Depart Nairobi and drive to Chogoria. Prepare for your trek and explore the forested foothills.
• Day 2-4: Ascend via the Chogoria Route, passing Lake Ellis, Gorge Valley, and Lake Michaelson.
• Day 5: Reach Point Lenana (4,985m) for a sunrise summit before descending to Naro Moru.
• Day 6: Complete the descent through Naro Moru and return to Nairobi.
Who is this for?
Perfect for adventure seekers, nature lovers, and hikers looking to experience the beauty and challenge of Mount Kenya in a well-paced, expertly guided expedition.
Book your 6-day Mount Kenya hiking adventure with Moonlight Tours Expedition today for an unforgettable journey through one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Hiking \| trekking
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Kenya
	Parks	Mount Kenya

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Photography safari—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Park fees
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Mt Kenya Bandas

Mount Kenya

You will be picked up from your hotel, Airport or Residential house in the morning as early as 0730am. Then depart Nairobi at 0800hrs, driving through agricultural country up to Chogoria town for lunch. After lunch, we take 4×4 and drive up to the edge of the bamboo forest where we start our trekking through the dense bamboo forest for a distance of 10 km to the Mt Kenya Bandas.

Camp

Chogoria Mount Meru Bandas

Mount Kenya

Pick up from your hotel in Nairobi at 7am to Chogoria town for an early lunch. After lunch, take a 4x4WD vehicle to the forest clearance,16km from where the walk starts. You will walk for 16km through the forest along the dirt and sometimes very muddy road for 4hrs to reach Mount Meru Bandas at 2950m. Dinner and overnight at Mt. Meru Bandas

Camp

Mount Meru Bandas

Mount Kenya

After breakfast follow the track through giant heather and forest up to Chogoria road head from where the path drops to cross a stream then follows the broad ridge to the east of the gorges valley to reach Road Head Camp taking approximately 3-4hrs. Overnight at Road Head Camp at 3300m.

Camp

Mintos Hut

Mount Kenya

After breakfast follow the track through giant heather and forest up to Chogoria road head from where the path drops to cross a stream then follows the broad ridge to the east of the gorges valley to reach Mintos Hut, 4200m. Dinner and overnight at Mintos Hut

Camp

Point Lenana - Met Station

Mount Kenya

Leave shortly after midnight at 2am towards the main peaks and divide after an hour, above a flat green area at the head of the valley known as temple fields, arriving at point Lenana at 6:30am. After taking photographs, descend to Mackinders for breakfast and continue down to Met Station at 3000m for dinner and overnight rest.

Camp

Naromoru - Nairobi

Mount Kenya

After breakfast, descend through the rain forest which is 9km to Naromoru Park Gate at 2,600m where you will connect with your transport back to Nairobi, arriving at approximately 3pm.

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