Embark on an unforgettable adventure as you depart Nairobi in the early morning, the city’s bustling streets giving way to the tranquility of the countryside. Your destination is Mount Kenya National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning scenery and rich biodiversity. Upon arrival at the Siri Moni Gate, your 6-hour hike begins, offering a condensed yet exhilarating glimpse into the beauty of this majestic mountain. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through rainforests alive with the chatter of black-and-white colobus monkeys and the rustle of Cape buffalos. Keep your eyes peeled for the colorful array of birdlife that calls this park home. As you ascend, the landscape changes around you, transitioning from dense forests to towering bamboo groves. By noon, you’ll reach the Meteorological Station, a perfect spot to pause and take in the awe-inspiring views of the surrounding mountainside.
From $ 285
- Mount Kenya Full Day Hike Private Tour from Nairobi
Tour Description
- 1 Day
- Mt. Kenya National Park
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Professional driver/guide
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Mt. Kenya National Park Entrance Fees
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Packed Lunch
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Bottled Water
Exclusions
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips / Gratuities
Detailed Itinerary
Mount Kenya Day Hike – Itinerary
05:30 AM – Depart Nairobi Pick-up from your hotel/residence.
Drive north through the beautiful Kenyan highlands, passing tea and coffee plantations en route to Mount Kenya.
09:00 AM – Arrive at Mount Kenya National Park (Sirimon Gate)
Check in at the park gate (2,650m) and meet your mountain guide. Get a short briefing before beginning the hike.
09:30 AM – Start the Hike
Begin trekking through dense montane forest filled with bird calls, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and occasional buffalo.
11:30 AM – Ascend Through Bamboo and Hagenia Zones
The scenery shifts as you move higher, passing towering bamboo groves and Hagenia trees. The trail is scenic, with chances to spot more wildlife and enjoy the crisp mountain air.
12:30 PM – Lunch at the Meteorological Station (3,050m) Pause at the Met Station, a rest point with sweeping views of the mountain slopes and valleys. Enjoy a picnic lunch and capture great photos.
01:30 PM – Begin Descent
Retrace your steps downhill, enjoying a different perspective of the lush forest and birdlife.
04:30 PM – Exit via Sirimon Gate
Return to the starting point where your driver will be waiting.
05:00 PM – Depart for Nairobi
Relax on the drive back through Kenya’s central highlands.
07:30 PM – Arrive in Nairobi
Drop-off at your hotel/residence, marking the end of your Mount Kenya adventure.
Company Details
- +254742620566
- +254784010209
- info@adventuretraverse.com
- Unga House 9th Floor Room 915, Westland Nrb
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