The Sirimon Track, one of the finest approaches to the peak area. The Sirimon Track offers some of the best views of the main peaks, with a gradual climb which can be done leisurely. We traverse the mountain by ascending the Sirimon Track and descending the Naro Moru Track.

Day 1:
Morning spent sorting and organizing personal equipment for the mountain trek. Lunch at the lodge (this is an extra charge for those not on full board the previous night). In the afternoon we are driven to the Sirimon Gate and then to road head at 11000 ft. An easy walk in the afternoon to help acclimatization. Overnight at Judmaier Camp (11,000 ft.) in high altitude mountain tents.

Day 2:
Ascend the Sirimon Track to Liki North Valley and camp overnight in this beautiful little valley below the subsidiary peaks of Tereri and Sendeyo, two ancient parasitic vents of the main peaks (13,000 ft.)

Day 3:
Climb out of the North Valley and into the MacKinder Valley, one of the broadest valleys on the mountain, with many giant groundsels. Camp at the head of the MacKinder Valley, just below the main peaks of Batian and Nelion, (14,000 ft.)

Day 4:
Alpine ascent of the third highest peak, Pt. Lenana (16,355 ft.) On route up the north face little used by tourists. Four hours of stiff walking to the summit. Then descend to Teleki Valley on the opposite side of the main peaks, to MacKinders Camp for a good night's rest (13,900 ft.)

Day 5:
Descend to the Met. Station (road-head) on the Naro Moru Track and then back to the lodge.

The Timau Track, the main access route on the north side of the mountain lies in a major rain shadow. Because of this there is a very little forest on this side of the mountain. However since you are inside a low rainfall zone it generally makes for a drier safari and a more pleasant trek.

The slope is gentle and because the peaks on Mt. Kenya line up east to west the views from the north give you the impression you are trekking into a whole mountain range.

Day 1:
Morning spent organizing and sorting equipment for your trek to Pt. Lenana (16,355 ft.), the third highest peak of Mt. Kenya. Lunch at the lodge (this is an extra charge for those not on full board the previous night). In the afternoon, you will be transported to the Timau road head where you will begin your trek up Mt. Kenya from the north. (Overnight in high altitude mountains tents - Timau roadhead).

Day 2:
Hiking across beautiful northern moorland of Mt. Kenya with its unique flora and possibly seeing some of the wildlife which wanders up those northern slopes - zebra, eland, etc. Camp near the Western Marania River.

Day 3:
Continue your trek over rolling moorland country to camp at the headwaters of the Kathita East drainage.

Day 4:
Hike up to the spectacular Hall Tarns where the beautiful rock formation known as the Temple stands guard over Lake Michaelson 1000 vertical feet below.

Day 5:
Penetrate the defences of the Temple and descend to Lake Michaelson. Truly a trekker’s paradise.

Day 6:
An early start to ensure a successful summit bid for our main objective Pt. Lenance (16,355 ft.) Descend to MacKinders Camp on the Naro Moru Track.

Day 7:
Descend the mountain via the Naro Moru Route completing a fine circuit of Mt. Kenya, to the Naro Moru River Lodge for a well-earned rest.

This safari gives the visitor the opportunity to experience all the contrasting scenery of Mt. Kenya. A beautiful blend of all our itineraries, taking advantage of the best aspects of the three main approach routes to the peak area: Naro Moru, Sirimon and Chogoria.

Day 1:
Morning spent sorting and organizing personal equipment for the mountain trek. Lunch at the lodge (this is an extra charge for those not on full board the previous night). In the afternoon drive to the Sirimon Gate where we will organise our camp. An easy walk in the afternoon to help acclimatization and, hopefully, to see some game. Night spent at the gate (8,500 ft).

Day 2:
This day incorporates our picnic on Mt. Kenya day hike. This is a very interesting and enjoyable day spent in the depths of the forest. Night is spent at the roadhead, at the Judmaier camp (11,000 ft.)

Day 3:
After breakfast trek up the moorland and break away from the Sirimon Track at an altitude of 13,000 ft, contouring into the Sirimon Valley. This is a seldom-visited area with a tremendous amount of wildlife. Overnight in the Sirimon Valley, altitute13,000 ft.

Day 4:
An early start out of the Sirimon Valley and into the head of the Hinde Valley. We then cross the Nithi and Gorges Valleys. This is undoubtedly one of the most scenic areas of the mountain. With its 1,000 - foot vertical cliffs, its virgin valleys and cascading water fall, one of the most spectacular trekking areas in Kenya. Night spend camped at Hall Tarns (14,000 ft.)

Day 5:
Descend to Lake Michaelson, in the depth of the Gorges Valley. See the incredible cave formation known as the Temple. Walk down the valley to Vivienne Falls (named after the famous author of Speak to the Earth). Return to camp in the afternoon. Night spent camped at Hall Tarns (14,000 ft).

Day 6:
Alpine ascent of the third highest peak. Pt. Lenana (16,355 ft.) On route up north face little used by tourists. Four hours of stiff walking to the summit. Descend to Teleki Valley and spend the night at our MacKinders Camp (13,900 ft.)

Day 7:
Descend to the Met. Station and return, by vehicle to the Naro Moru River Lodge.