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Mount Kenya Trekking Safari — Kenya Safari Itinerary | Nature Expeditions
Special Safari · 5 Days

Mount Kenya Trekking Safari

A five-day high-altitude trek up Mount Kenya via the Sirimon route, camping at Liki North and Shiptons Camp (4,300m) with full trekking support.

Duration
5 Days
Starting Rate
From $1,900 pp
Style
Trekking & Safari
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Overview

Mount Kenya Trekking Safari

A five-day high-altitude trek up Mount Kenya via the Sirimon route, camping at Liki North and Shiptons Camp (4,300m) with full trekking support.

Nairobi Sirimon Judmaier Camp Liki North Shiptons Camp Met Station Naromoru
The Journey

Day by Day

How the trip actually unfolds.

01
Day 1 · Gear up & acclimatize

Gear up & acclimatize

Depart Nairobi for Naromoru, gear sorting, then a 3-hour forest hike and afternoon acclimatization trek. Overnight at Judmaier Camp (Full Board).

02
Day 2 · Sirimon Track

Sirimon Track

Hike the Sirimon Track to Liki North Valley, between Teleki and Sendeyo peaks. Overnight in high-altitude tents at Liki North Camp (Full Board).

03
Day 3 · Mackinders Valley

Mackinders Valley

Trek through Mackinders Valley with stunning views. Overnight at Shiptons Camp (4,300m), high-altitude tents (Full Board).

04
Day 4 · Via Austrian Hut

Via Austrian Hut

Descend via Austrian Hut to Teleki Lodge for breakfast, then hike to Met Station. Overnight in high-altitude tents (Full Board).

05
Day 5 · Return

Return

Morning trek through the forest to Naromoru Park Gate for pickup and return to Nairobi.

Before You Go

Practical Info

  • Carry your passport, travel insurance details, and any prescription or preventative medication
  • Bring a hat, sunblock, sunglasses, a camera, and binoculars
  • Pack light — 15kg of hand luggage makes transfers between camps easier
  • Wear neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive, brown) for game drives
  • Keep a respectful distance and stay quiet near wildlife
  • Carry cash (KES/USD) for tips and personal purchases
  • Follow your driver-guide’s instructions at all times
  • Confirm any dietary needs or medical conditions before departure
  • Don’t stand up, lean out, or exit the vehicle during game drives
  • Don’t feed or attempt to touch any wildlife
  • Don’t use flash photography near animals
  • Don’t wear bright colours or all-white/black on game drives
  • Don’t litter in parks, conservancies, or camps
  • Don’t stray from the group without your guide in wildlife areas
  • Accommodation and meals as stipulated in the itinerary
  • Pick up and drop off at the Nairobi hotel
  • Transport in a chauffeur-driven Safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • Game viewing drives and park entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
  • All Government taxes and levies
  • Mineral water during game drives only
  • 24-hour stand-by contact number
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • All items of a personal nature e.g., telephone call bills, fax/email bills, etc.
  • Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff, and driver-guide(s)
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
  • Any local or international flight and departure taxes
  • Laundry services
  • Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary
  • Holiday supplements over Easter, Christmas, and New Year
Rates

Season & Pricing

Per person, sharing a double room.

SeasonTravel DatesPrice (pp sharing)
All Seasons 2026All Seasons 2026From $1,900