Catalogue package 032
4-Day Mount Kenya Naro Moru Route to Point Lenana
Journey overview
Climb Mount Kenya’s fastest common trekking route on this four-day Naro Moru itinerary to Point Lenana, the mountain’s main trekking summit at 4,985 metres. The route approaches from the west, passes through forest and moorland, crosses the demanding Vertical Bog section and reaches the high Teleki Valley before an early-morning summit attempt.
This is a short high-altitude programme with limited acclimatisation time. It is best suited to fit trekkers who understand that altitude, weather and individual condition can affect summit success. Batian and Nelion are technical mountaineering objectives and are not part of this standard Point Lenana trek.
Safari Highlights
- Four-day Naro Moru trek to Point Lenana
- Met Station and Mackinder’s Camp
- Vertical Bog and Teleki Valley
- Pre-dawn Point Lenana summit attempt
- Fast route requiring strong fitness and careful altitude management
The route
01
Nairobi
02
Naro Moru Gate
03
Met Station
04
Mackinder’s Camp
05
Point Lenana
06
Met Station
07
Naro Moru Gate
08
Nairobi
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi to Naro Moru Gate and Met Station
Depart Nairobi for Mount Kenya and continue to Naro Moru Gate for park formalities and a mountain briefing. Begin the trek through the lower forest zone toward Met Station. Keep the first day steady rather than fast, allowing time for hydration and adaptation to the increase in altitude. Overnight at Met Station or the confirmed equivalent camp.
Day 2
Met Station to Mackinder’s Camp — Vertical Bog and Teleki Valley
Continue above the forest into open moorland and the section traditionally known as the Vertical Bog, whose condition varies with recent rain. Climb into the Teleki Valley and continue to Mackinder’s Camp beneath the main peaks. The altitude gain is substantial, so the pace should remain controlled. Rest, eat well and prepare for the summit attempt.
Day 3
Mackinder’s Camp to Point Lenana and Back to Met Station
Start before dawn for the climb toward Point Lenana at 4,985 metres. The upper route involves steep scree and rocky high-altitude terrain and may be icy depending on conditions. Reach Point Lenana only if the guide judges the weather, route and group condition appropriate. After the summit attempt, descend to Mackinder’s Camp for a break, then continue down to Met Station for the final mountain night.
Day 4
Met Station to Naro Moru Gate and Nairobi
After breakfast, descend through the forest to Naro Moru Gate. Meet the transfer vehicle and return to Nairobi. The programme ends at the agreed drop-off point.
Safari FAQs
Is Point Lenana the highest summit of Mount Kenya?
No. Point Lenana is the mountain’s main trekking summit at 4,985 metres. Batian and Nelion are higher technical rock-climbing peaks.
Is four days enough for Mount Kenya?
It is possible on the Naro Moru route, but the schedule is relatively fast and gives less acclimatisation time than longer programmes.
Does this climb require technical rock-climbing skills?
The standard trek to Point Lenana does not require the technical multi-pitch rock-climbing skills needed for Batian or Nelion, although it is still a demanding high-altitude trek.
Is reaching Point Lenana guaranteed?
No. Altitude, weather, trail conditions and individual health can require the guide to turn a trekker around.
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