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This is
one of the most straightforward routes. You
will enjoy trekking this route as you listen
to the stillness of this park. The
spectacular sceneries lay before you while
chirping of the birds and other creatures
fills the air with the sounds of African
wilds.
Day 1:
Nairobi - Naro Moru
After breakfast, depart Nairobi for Naro
Moru town where you will spend the night at
the Youth Hostel after sorting out and
organising any gear you may require to hike
up the mountain, which also serves as an
acclimatisation process as Naro Moru is
2,000m above sea level.
Day 2:
Naro Moru - Met Station
Drive to the Naro Moru Park Gate and hike a
distance of 9 km in an average hiking time
of 4 hours. Rest of the day at leisure
continuing with the gradual process of
acclimatisation. Dinner and overnight at the
hut, which is 3,000m above sea level.
Day 3:
Met Station - Mackinders
After breakfast, hike up the Teleki valley
to Mackinder’s camp where there is a
spectacular view of the main peaks. The
walking time will be five hours
approximately. Meals and overnight at the
hut, the altitude here is 4,200m.
Day 4:
Mackinders - Point Lenana - Mackinders
You will wake up to a pre-down attempt of
Point Lenana. An early start ensures a
successful summit bid and weather
permitting, for a clear view of the majestic
summit scenery. Pt Lenana stands at 4,985m
above sea level. Descend to Mackinders camp
for dinner and overnight at the hut , having
conquered Mt. Kenya.
Day 5:
After breakfast, descend down to Met Station
and on to the park gate in 3 to 4 hours
time. Drive to Naro Moru town for lunch then
return to Nairobi arriving in the afternoon.
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