Breathtaking Mt Kenya Tour

Climbing to 5,199 meters, Mt Kenya is the second tallest mountain in Africa.

The scenery surrounding this designated World Heritage Site is breath-taking.

It is pristine wilderness with lakes, tarns, glaciers, dense forest, mineral springs and a selection of rare and endangered species of animals, high altitude adapted plains game and unique montane and alpine vegetation.

Visitors can enjoy mountain climbing, camping and caving with the mountain’s rugged glacier-clad peaks providing the perfect backdrop.

Mt. Kenya

There are 12 remnant glaciers on the mountain, all receding rapidly, and four secondary peaks that sit at the head of the U-shaped glacial valleys.

There is also a wide variety of wildlife such as elephant, buffalo, eland, bushbuck, waterbuck, zebra, hyena, colobus monkey, white-throated guegnon and common at higher altitudes, the ubiquitous Mt Kenya rock hyrax.

With its rugged glacier-clad summits and forested middle slopes, Mount Kenya is one of the most impressive landscapes in East Africa.

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Climbing to 5,199 meters, Mt Kenya is the second tallest mountain in Africa.

The scenery surrounding this designated World Heritage Site is breath-taking.

Visitors can enjoy mountain climbing, camping and caving with the mountain’s rugged glacier-clad peaks providing the perfect backdrop.

Mt. Kenya

There are 12 remnant glaciers on the mountain, all receding rapidly, and four secondary peaks that sit at the head of the U-shaped glacial valleys.

With its rugged glacier-clad summits and forested middle slopes, Mount Kenya is one of the most impressive landscapes in East Africa.

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Total Trip9 Days/8 Nights.

Country VistedKenya.

Places VisitedElephant Hill, Maasai Market, David Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage, Mt. Kenya.

Accommodation 3 – 4 Star hotel ratings (4 night of camping in premium tents).

Departure Dates Dates are set by the traveler.

Day 1 : Arrival in Nairobi

*BB +

Welcome to Kenya.

Day 2 : Elephant hill climb – Night stay at a hotel.

*HB (Lunch & B/fast) +

For any successful mountain climb, we believe acclimatization is very important. Rising from 2600m to 3630m asl, Elephant Hill is the best 1 day hike to prepare you for a big mountain like Mt. Kenya. It shall test your physical fitness as well as prepare your body for altitude.

Day 3 : Nairobi City Tour – Night stay at a Hotel

*HB (Lunch & B/fast) +

As we rest our bodies after the acclimatization hike, we will take you on a small tour of Nairobi, the famous Maasai Market, then we will proceed to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, followed by the Giraffe Centre where you will come up close with these graceful grazers and get a chance to feed them.

Day 4-7 : Mt Kenya climb (camping).

*FB +

Mountain Day 1: Chogoria – Meru Bandas

Mountain Day 2: Meru Bandas – Road Head Camp (3 Hrs)

Mountain Day 3: Road Head Camp – Mintos Camp (5-6 Hrs)

Mountain Day 4: Summit – Shiptons Camp – Sirimon Gate (11-12Hrs)

Day 8 : Drive to Nairobi, farewell dinner – Night stay at a hotel.

*HB (Dinner & B/fast) +

We shall set off for. A celebratory dinner as well as a certificate awaits you at the end of this night.

Day 9 : Departure from Nairobi.

Airport transfer and flight back home.

Note :- *Meal plan BB – Bed & Breakfast; HB – Half Board (2 meals); FB – Full Board (3 meals)

Trip Highlights

Standing at 5199m (17,057ft) asl, and from where the country gets its name, the snowcapped Mt. Kenya is the highest peak in Kenya, and 2nd highest peak in Africa after the neighboring Kilimanjaro. With 3 peaks, Batian, Nelion and Lenana, all named after old Maasai chiefs, it stands tall within the borders of the pristine Mt. Kenya National Park. Wanderlust Outdoors will take you on a magical tour that will get you to the top of Lenana Peak at 4985m (16,355ft) asl.

Price

Prices range from US$ 300 to 500 per night per person. Actual price paid would depend on the season and the number of people booked for the trip. Please request a quote.

What’s Included

Accommodation in 4 star hotels and lodges but where unavailable in 3 star rated facilities.
As per itinerary 4 nights are designated for camping, where accommodation will be outdoors in comfortable premium tents.
Meals as per itinerary.
All activities in itinerary.
In-country transportation.
Professional guides, porters and skilled cook.
AMREF AIR Evacuation cover.
All Park Entry fees and government taxes.
24×7 support during your trip.

What’s Excluded

Mt Kenya

Can I come with my whole family? +

This tour is designed for hikers and mountain lovers of ages 10 and above. It is a physically strenuous activity, and requires medium to high levels of fitness and an adventurous spirit.

What about the young children? +

If need be, and if informed in advance, we shall make all necessary arrangements to ensure that all age groups are catered for, with extra attention being given to the very young and those advanced in age at no extra cost.

What if I would like to extend my tour? +

From the end of this tour, and at an additional cost, one is able to extend their stay in order to enjoy other tourist trappings that Kenya has to offer, choose from our range of exciting tours or we can customize a safari just for you. Just let us know beforehand and we shall arrange everything for you.

Tell me more about accommodation +

You shall stay in 4 star hotels and lodges but where unavailable in 3 star rated facilities. As per itinerary certain days may be designated as camping days where accommodation will be outdoors in comfortable premium tents. Luxury accommodation in 5 star facilities can be arranged on request at an extra cost. Although we shall be off the reach of dangerous animals at all times, all hotels, campsites and wildlife lodges have armed guards to ensure your safety and security.

What about food? +

Food is prepared from locally sourced and organically grown ingredients. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals shall be served at all times. Be ready to snack on a lot of tropical fruits. Consideration shall be made for people with special dietary needs. Be sure to let us know beforehand.

In case of an accident? +

In the unfortunate event of an emergency, then one shall be evacuated (by either air or road ambulance) covered by Wanderlust Outdoors, to the best hospital as per your Travel Insurance Policy.

Let’s talk COVID +

All persons coming into Kenya must be in possession of a negative Covid-19 PCR Certificate, acquired no more than 96 hours prior to arrival; with the PCR Certificate also having been validated under the Trusted Travel platform for those travelling by air. (Please note that the rapid test is not acceptable). The Kenya government launched a vaccination drive in March 2021 and have targeted to vaccinate half the adult population by the end of 2021. A few days before you depart from your country of origin, (preferably after you have received your Covid-19 negative certificate), you will then need to register online on https://ears.health.go.ke/airline_registration/ . This is the Kenya Government Ministry of Health Travelers Health Surveillance Form and is being collected as part of public health response to the Corona Virus pandemic. After you register, you will get a QR CODE which you will print out and present to the Port Health Officer upon arrival into the Nairobi Airport. It is important to physically have a copy of this QR code. This form is very easy to complete. PCR testing facilities are widely available to conduct tests as required for your trip back home.

What should I be afraid of? +

Absolutely nothing. Kenya is a safe tourist destination. In addition to that, we believe that the outdoors unites us as a people, both foreign and local. Wanderlust Outdoors does not condone any form of targeted discrimination or hate with regards to Race, Gender, Sex, Religion or Orientation.

Are entry visas available upon arrival in Nairobi? +

The Kenya entry visa is no longer available upon arrival into Nairobi. You will have to apply for this in advance online. To apply, you will go to http://evisa.go.ke/evisa.html

We will provide you with a confirmation letter for your safari indicating your confirmation safari itinerary. This letter will be sufficient for you to apply for the Evisa.

Breathtaking Mt Kenya Tour