Day 1: Nairobi – Naromoru
Pick up from your hotel in Nairobi and drive through the agricultural highlands of central Kenya toward Naromoru. The journey takes about 3–4 hours.
Arrive at your lodge on the western slopes of Mount Kenya in time for lunch. The area offers a cool climate and beautiful surroundings.
Spend the afternoon resting and acclimatizing at an altitude of about 2,000m. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 2: Naromoru – Giant Bamboo Camp
After breakfast, drive through farms and forest to the starting point at Gathiuru. Enjoy a picnic lunch before beginning your trek.
Start a gradual hike through dense forest and bamboo vegetation. The trail is quiet and less traveled, offering a true wilderness feel.
After 4–5 hours of trekking, arrive at Giant Bamboo Camp (2,600m). Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite.
Day 3: Giant Bamboo – Highland Castle
After breakfast, continue trekking as the bamboo forest gives way to taller trees such as podocarpus and cedar. The scenery becomes more open as you gain altitude.
Climb toward the moorland zone, passing unique vegetation like giant lobelias and groundsels. Stop for lunch along the way.
Arrive near the dramatic cliffs of Highland Castle (3,700m). Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite.
Day 4: Highland Castle – Mackinder’s Camp
After breakfast, continue your ascent through wide moorlands. The landscape becomes more rugged as you approach the higher elevations.
Join the summit circuit path in the alpine region, with clear views of the surrounding peaks. The hike is steady but rewarding.
Arrive at Mackinder’s Camp (4,300m) in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Day 5: Acclimatization at Mackinder’s Camp
This day is set aside for acclimatization. You can relax at camp or take short walks around the area.
Optional walks along the summit circuit path allow you to explore the surroundings and enjoy views of the peaks.
Return to camp for lunch and rest. Dinner and overnight stay at Mackinder’s Camp.
Day 6: Mackinder’s – Point Lenana – Met Station
Wake up early at around 3:00 am and begin your summit climb. The ascent to Point Lenana is steep but rewarding.
Reach the summit at sunrise and enjoy views of Batian and Nelion peaks. After spending some time at the top, descend back to camp for breakfast.
Continue descending for 4–5 hours to Met Station (3,000m). Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Day 7: Met Station – Naromoru Gate – Nairobi
After breakfast, begin your descent through bamboo and forest trails. The walk is gentle and takes about 2–3 hours.
Arrive at Naromoru Park Gate where you will meet your vehicle. Take time to relax before the journey back.
Transfer back to Nairobi and drop off at your hotel, marking the end of your trek.
