Duration
5-Day
Accra, Kenya
5-Day Summit Point Lenana & Africa's Dramatic Descent
Overview
Mount Kenya stands as the second highest mountain in Kenya. The mountain has multiple peaks capped with glaciers. It is home to many vegetation, waterfalls, rivers, glaciers, and animals, making it a popular tourist destination. People travel from all over the world to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mount Kenya. Experienced hikers cherish every minute spent on the mountain. The main routes are three: Naromoru, Sirimon, Chogoria, and Timau. We will tailor-make the package that you may need.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi
Via Mt Kenya
Country & park
Kenya
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
Getting around: hiking/walking
Accommodation
Judmaier Campsite - Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$1,120 USD
$952 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$1,120 USD
$952 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
Quote flow
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Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-5
Mt Kenya
End
Nairobi (Day 5)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes mountain huts and camping.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
18
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Getting around: hiking/walking
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Judmaier Campsite
Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2-4
Budget camping Mt Kenya – All Meals Included
Mt Kenya – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi-Sirimon-Gateway to the Alpine World
Depart Nairobi at 7 am and drive northwest through the scenic highlands, crossing the equator en route to Nanyuki town before continuing to the Sirimon Park Gate at 2,660m for lunch. Here the trek begins, winding upward through magnificent montane forest and dense bamboo zones before opening into the giant heather moorland — a surreal landscape of tree heathers draped in old-man's beard lichen. After three to four hours of gentle, well-graded trekking covering 9km and 680m of ascent, arrive at Old Moses Camp at 3,300m for a hot dinner and overnight rest beneath a vast, unpolluted mountain sky. Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Judmaier Campsite Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Old Moses Camp to Shipton Camp
Rise early and head deeper into the mountain's dramatic interior, trekking 14km and climbing 900m over approximately seven hours through the spectacular Liki and Mackinder Valleys. The landscape transforms dramatically as altitude increases giant groundsels and towering lobelia plants line the trail, creating otherworldly alpine scenery found nowhere else on earth. Panoramic views open up as you gain height, and on clear days the twin technical summits of Batian and Nelion tower impressively above camp. Arrive at Shipton's Camp at 4,200m, eat an early dinner and rest as much as possible the summit push begins at midnight and every hour of sleep counts. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Summit Point Lenana 4985m to Mt Kenya Bandas 2900m
The most demanding and most rewarding day of the entire traverse begins at midnight, departing Shipton's Camp by headtorch across frozen scree and rocky terrain with some minor scrambling near the top. On moonlit nights the glaciers and rock faces glow in an extraordinary silver light that makes the effort feel almost dreamlike. Reach Point Lenana at 4,985m just in time for sunrise — one of the most powerful moments in African adventure travel, with Mount Kilimanjaro occasionally visible shimmering on the distant horizon. Descend to Minto's Hut for a full hot breakfast before continuing down into the dramatic Gorges Valley, passing the Temple, Mushroom Rocks and the Giant's Billiards Table. Admire the breathtaking Lake Michaelson sitting in its glacial cirque directly below the main peaks before arriving tired, fulfilled and triumphant at Mt Kenya Bandas at 2,900m for a well-deserved overnight rest. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Mt Kenya Bandas- Gorges Valley & Nithi Falls
A deeply rewarding exploration day based from Mt Kenya Bandas, dedicated to soaking in the finest scenery the Chogoria side of the mountain has to offer. Begin with a morning hike to Lake Ellis at 3,450m a pristine high-altitude lake stocked with rainbow trout, surrounded by giant groundsels and sweeping open moorland, one of the most peaceful and visually stunning spots on the entire mountain. Continue along the Gorges Valley trail, taking in dramatic rock formations and the extraordinary volcanic landscape that makes the Chogoria route famous among experienced trekkers worldwide. Descend past the spectacular Nithi Falls, a dramatic waterfall cascading through the lush forest edge, before returning to Mt Kenya Bandas for a final overnight rest a perfect, unhurried close to the mountain experience before tomorrow's descent. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Mt Kenya Bandas to Chogoria Town-Nairobi
Wake to one final morning in the shadow of Africa's second highest peak before beginning the descent through Chogoria's legendary bamboo and rainforest a lush, cathedral-like world entirely different from the dry, open Sirimon ascent and one of the most beautiful forest walks in all of East Africa. The trail winds through towering bamboo, ancient podocarpus and cedar trees alive with the calls of Hartlaub's turaco and silvery-cheeked hornbills overhead. Wildlife is commonly encountered on the lower trail, including forest elephants, buffalo, black and white colobus monkeys and bushbuck moving through the dense undergrowth. Reach Chogoria Gate and board a waiting 4x4 vehicle down to Chogoria town for a celebratory lunch. Take time to thank and tip your guides and porters before driving back to Nairobi. Arriving in the city by early evening with memories of five truly extraordinary days on Africa's most beautiful mountain. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Porterage
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
Rescue fee
Climbing gear
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Lilac Roller Safaris
5.0 operator rating
25 reviews
Lilac Roller Safaris curates authentic, personalized safari experiences across Kenya and East Africa. We help international travelers seeking luxury, worry-free journeys free from poor planning, scams, or disappointment. With expert local knowledge, professional guides, handpicked accommodations, and warm African hospitality, we deliver seamless, tailor-made safaris designed to create unforgettable lifelong memories.
Office In
Kenya
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2019)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5The big five with professionals
We spent 4 wonderful days on safari. Everything was perfectly prepared, in accordance with our arrangements. Josephine is very communicative and professional in what she does. Solid and unobtrusive. We had a great guide with whom we felt safe and could see everything we dreamed of. We will definitely come back.
Ela · Poland
Lilac Roller Safaris are absolutely amazing! Highly recommended!
We didn't know what we wanted so we requested Lilac Roller Safaris to recommend an itinerary. Josephine was fantastic, her communication was quick and she ensured that our accomodation was to the standards we wanted. We went to Tanzania and did the Ngorogoro Crater and also the Serengeti which was absolutely amazing. Our game drivers were very well experienced and they were quick to drive us around the vast national park to see amazing wildlife! Highly recommended could not find a fault.
Bhupendra · United Kingdom
An Excellent Tour Company
The company is just excellent in the provision of tour company services
Benjamin Mauko · Kenya
Amazing experience
One of the best experiences in my life. Josephine helped me through the entire planning process and made it very clear on what I could expect once we arrived. Edward was an awesome guide and very knowledgeable. I can't say enough of the great things about them and our safari. I look forward to booking with this company (Lilac Roller Safaris)again in the future
Elisabeth Mukoma · Saudi Arabia
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour is unavailable for children.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Judmaier Campsite - Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Lilac Roller Safaris , not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Lilac Roller Safaris .
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