4 Days Mt. Kenya Climb (Chogoria route)
- Package: 4 Days Mt. Kenya Climb (Chogoria route)
- Duration: 4 Days/3 Nights
- Extra: Tour Package
Embark on a 4-day, 3-night trekking adventure along the most scenic route of Mount Kenya – the Chogoria route. Traverse spectacular landscapes including Lake Ellis, Lake Michaelson, Nithi Waterfalls, Mugi Hills, the Giants’ Billiards Table, The Gate, Gorge Valley, The Temple, Hall Tarns, and reach the summit at Point Lenana, all while allowing your body to acclimatize properly.
Scenic Chogoria Route
Experience the most picturesque trekking route on Mount Kenya, passing through lakes, waterfalls, valleys, and unique geological formations.
Multi-Day Trek
Climb over 4 days and 3 nights, allowing proper acclimatization for a safe and rewarding summit experience at Point Lenana.
Lakes & Waterfalls
Visit scenic features such as Lake Ellis, Lake Michaelson, and Nithi Waterfalls, offering breathtaking views and photo opportunities.
Unique Geological Formations
Explore striking features like Giants’ Billiards Table, The Temple, Hall Tarns, and Gorge Valley, adding adventure and variety to your trek.
Day 1: Nairobi – Chogoria – Lake Ellis
Drive from Nairobi to Chogoria Gate and begin trekking through forests, Nithi Falls, and Mugi Hills to Lake Ellis for overnight stay.
- Morning Pick up in Nairobi and drive to Chogoria Gate (2950m ASL).
- Trek through giant heather and forest, cross streams, visit Nithi Falls, caves, and The Gate Gorges.
- Afternoon Continue trekking via Mugi Hills to Lake Ellis (3470m ASL).
- Briefing and debriefing at camp.
- Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner; overnight at Lake Ellis.
Day 2: Lake Ellis to Mintos Camp
Trek along a ridge to join the Chogoria tourist track, continuing to Mintos Camp for acclimatization and optional short walks.
- Morning After breakfast, trek ridge for ~3 hours to tourist track (~4100m), enjoy panoramic views.
- Midday Lunch at tourist track, continue to Mintos Hut area (4200m).
- Afternoon Relax at camp; optional 10-minute walk to Hall Tarns & the "Temple" cliff.
- Briefing and debriefing at camp.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner; overnight at Mintos Camp.
Day 3: Lake Ellis – Point Lenana – Lake Michaelson
Predawn summit attempt to Point Lenana, then descend to Lake Michaelson for trekking around the lake and optional cave visit.
- 03:00 AM Predawn hike to Point Lenana (4985m) to catch sunrise.
- Morning Descend to Lake Michaelson for breakfast.
- Trek around Lake Michaelson and visit Temple’s cave; optional fishing (requires license).
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner; overnight at Lake Michaelson.
Day 4: Lake Michaelson – Chogoria Gate – Nairobi
Descend from Lake Michaelson to Chogoria Gate and return to Nairobi.
- Morning Breakfast at Lake Michaelson and start descent.
- Midday Lunch en route, continue descent to Chogoria Gate.
- Connect with transport back to Nairobi.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch.
Included in Your Safari
- Transport to and from
- Accommodation (Tent & Camping Mattress)
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Park Entry & Camping fee
- Services of professional guides & porters
- Services of Skilled Cook
Not Included
- Tips and gratuities
- Any other items not included
