Mount Kenya is Africa’s second-highest mountain and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its jagged peaks, glaciers, alpine moorland and montane forest make it one of the most rewarding trekking destinations in East Africa, whether you are an experienced hiker or a first-time explorer.
The peaks
The highest summits, Batian and Nelion, are technical climbs for experienced mountaineers. Point Lenana, at 4,985 metres, is the most popular trekking summit and can be reached without technical climbing, rewarding hikers with sunrise views across the Kenyan highlands.
Trekking routes
Popular routes include Sirimon, Chogoria and Naro Moru, each with its own character. Chogoria is known for its spectacular scenery of gorges and tarns, while Sirimon offers a gradual ascent that helps with acclimatisation. Routes and duration can be customised according to your experience and fitness level.
Landscapes and wildlife
Treks pass through bamboo and montane forest, where you may see colobus monkeys, buffalo and a variety of birds, before climbing into moorland dotted with giant lobelias and groundsels, and finally the rocky alpine zone below the glaciers.
Things to do on Mount Kenya
- Mount Kenya climbing expeditions to Point Lenana
- Hiking and trekking adventures
- Nature walks and scenic excursions in the forest
- Camping or lodge-based mountain experiences
- Team-building mountain trips
Best time to visit
The driest and most popular trekking months are January to February and July to October. Nights near the summit are cold all year, so good equipment and gradual acclimatisation are important.
Plan your Mount Kenya adventure
Our Mount Kenya Adventure runs over four to six days with professional guiding, and we can plan camping or lodge accommodation to suit your group.
