4 days · Nairobi → Naro Moru Gate → Met Station → Mackinders Camp → Point Lenana → Met Station → Naro Moru → Nairobi
4-Day Mount Kenya Climb via the Naro Moru Route
A four-day Naro Moru route to Point Lenana, crossing forest, moorland and the Vertical Bog before the summit walk and descent.
Programme
Day by day
Day 1
Nairobi to Met Station
Transfer to Naro Moru Park Gate at approximately 2,600 metres, then walk through forest to Met Station at 3,000 metres. Expect 10 kilometres, 3-4 hours and 400 metres of ascent.
Day 2
Met Station to Mackinders Camp
Continue above the forest and cross the Vertical Bog to Mackinders Camp at 4,200 metres. Expect 10 kilometres, 5-6 hours and 1,200 metres of ascent.
Day 3
Mackinders Camp to Point Lenana and Met Station
Start around 2 am for Point Lenana, return to Mackinders Camp for breakfast, then continue to Met Station. Expect 11 kilometres and 8-10 hours.
Day 4
Met Station to Nairobi
Descend approximately 9 kilometres through rainforest to Naro Moru Park Gate and connect with road transport back to Nairobi.
Included
- Transfers to and from the base of the mountain
- Full-board accommodation during the trek
- Park entry fees and government taxes
- English-speaking professional guide, porters and cook
- Treated water during the trek
- Completion certificate for a successful climb
Not included
- Laundry
- Tips
- Sleeping bag and climbing equipment
- Beverages and drinks
- Visa for Kenya
- Personal expenses
- International flights
- Accommodation before the trek
- Other extras not listed in the itinerary
Accommodation
- Met Station
- Mackinders Camp
Transport
- Road transfer between Nairobi and Naro Moru Park Gate