Day 1: Nairobi – Nairobi/ Meteorological Station 3-4 hrs, 10km, 400m ascent
Depart Nairobi and transfer to Naromoru Park Gate, where you will complete registration and begin your trek at approximately 2,600 m.The trail follows a park track along the crest of a broad ridge between the Northern and Southern Naromoru valleys. The initial walk is relatively gentle as you make your way through the beautiful montane forest. As you climb, the forest opens up to picturesque views into the Northern Naromoru Valley, particularly after crossing the bridge. Continue to the Meteorological Station at approximately 3,000 m, where you will settle in for the evening.

Dinner and overnight at Met Station.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Meteorological Station – Mackinder’s Camp 5-6hrs, 10km, 1200m ascent
Altitude: 3,000 m – 4,200 m

After breakfast, continue uphill along the track, passing the radio mast on your right after approximately 30 minutes. The trail gradually leaves the forest behind and enters the moorland zone. The terrain becomes wetter and more rugged as you cross the famous vertical bog, whose conditions vary depending on recent rainfall. Continue across the moorland until the terrain becomes firmer and the trail reaches a fork overlooking the Teleki Valley. From here, continue towards Mackinder’s Camp at approximately 4,200 m.

Dinner and overnight at Mackinder’s Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Mackinder’s Camp – Point Lenana – Meteorological Station 8-10hrs, 11km, 786m

The summit day begins early, usually around 2:00 am, as you set out for Point Lenana. The approximately four-hour ascent takes you through the high alpine terrain towards the summit, with the goal of reaching Point Lenana around sunrise at approximately 6:30 am, weather permitting. Take time at the summit to enjoy the spectacular sunrise and panoramic views across the surrounding landscape before beginning the descent to Mackinder’s Camp. After breakfast, continue your descent through the mountain terrain, eventually returning to the Meteorological Station for dinner and overnight.

Dinner and overnight at Meteorological Station.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Meteorological Station – Naromoru Park Gate – Nairobi 3hrs, 9km, 400m

After breakfast, begin your final descent through the rainforest towards Naromoru Park Gate. The 9 km descent brings you back to approximately 2,600 m, where you will meet your vehicle for the transfer back to Nairobi.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch