Day 1: Nairobi – Chogoria – Meru Bandas
Elevation: 2,900m
Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi at around 7:00 AM. Drive through the fertile central highlands via Embu to Chogoria Town, arriving in time for lunch.
After lunch, continue by 4×4 vehicle along the forest road to the edge of Mount Kenya National Park. Meet your mountain crew before beginning a gentle trek through bamboo forest and montane vegetation to Meru Mount Kenya Bandas.
Hiking Details
• Distance: 10 km
• Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Highlights
• Scenic drive through central Kenya
• Dense bamboo forest
• Mountain streams
• Excellent introduction to Mount Kenya
Meals
• Lunch
• Dinner
Overnight
Meru Mount Kenya Bandas (2,900m)

Day 2: Meru Bandas – Lake Ellis Camp
Elevation: 3,600m
After breakfast, begin trekking across beautiful alpine moorlands towards Lake Ellis.
The trail offers spectacular panoramic views of:
• Mugi Hill
• Ithanguni
• Giant's Billiard Table
• The Gorges Valley
Lake Ellis is one of Mount Kenya's most picturesque camping areas and provides excellent acclimatization.
Hiking Details
• Distance: 9 km
• Hiking Time: 4–5 hours
• Elevation Gain: 700m
Highlights
• Lake Ellis
• Giant Lobelias
• Giant Groundsels
• Panoramic mountain scenery
Meals
• Breakfast
• Packed Lunch
• Dinner
Overnight
Lake Ellis Camp (3,600m)

Day 3: Lake Ellis – Minto's Camp
Elevation: 4,200m
Today's hike traverses' magnificent alpine landscapes while steadily gaining altitude.
Pass through spectacular valleys filled with giant groundsels before reaching Minto's Camp, located near the famous Temple and overlooking the breathtaking Gorges Valley.
If time permits, take a short walk to the edge of the valley for sunset photography.
Hiking Details
• Distance: 10 km
• Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Highlights
• Temple Cliffs
• Gorges Valley
• Alpine vegetation
• Spectacular sunset viewpoints
Meals
• Breakfast
• Packed Lunch
• Dinner
Overnight
Minto's Camp (4,200m)

Day 4: Minto's Camp – Point Lenana – Shipton's Camp – Old Moses Camp
Summit: Point Lenana (4,985m)
Wake up at 2:30 AM for tea and biscuits before starting your summit attempt.
Reach Point Lenana in time for sunrise and enjoy breathtaking views over:
• Batian (5,199m)
• Nelion (5,188m)
• Mount Kilimanjaro (on clear mornings)
• The Great Rift Valley
• Kenya's central highlands
After spending time at the summit for photographs, descend to Shipton's Camp for a full breakfast before continuing through the scenic Mackinder Valley to Old Moses Camp.
Hiking Details
• Distance: 21–23 km
• Hiking Time: 10–12 hours
Highlights
• Sunrise at Point Lenana
• Shipton's Camp
• Mackinder Valley
• Liki North Valley
• Giant Lobelias
Meals
• Early Tea/Coffee
• Breakfast
• Packed Lunch
• Dinner
Overnight
Old Moses Camp (3,300m)

Day 5: Old Moses Camp – Sirimon Gate – Nanyuki – Nairobi
Enjoy breakfast before beginning an easy descent through cedar forest back to Sirimon Gate.
Meet your driver and transfer to Nanyuki for lunch before returning to Nairobi.
Hiking Details
• Distance: 9 km
• Hiking Time: 2–3 hours
Drive
• Sirimon Gate → Nanyuki → Nairobi
• Approximately 5 hours
Meals
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Arrival in Nairobi: Approximately 5:00–6:00 PM.