Overview
Up Naro Moru, down Chogoria
This 5-day Mount Kenya traverse combines the direct Naro Moru Route for the ascent with the scenic Chogoria Route for the descent. Starting on the western side, you climb through forest and the famous “vertical bog” to the high camps, summit Point Lenana (4,985m) at sunrise, then descend the eastern side past the Gorges Valley and Lake Michaelson — enjoying two very different faces of the mountain.
Day by Day
Your 5-day Naro Moru & Chogoria itinerary
Nairobi to Naro Moru Gate & Met Station (3,050m)
Drive from Nairobi to the Naro Moru Gate (2,600m) and trek up through montane forest to the Met Station (3,050m). Dinner and overnight.
Met Station to Mackinder’s Camp (4,200m)
Climb across the moorland and the famous “vertical bog” into the Teleki Valley to Mackinder’s Camp (4,200m), with time to acclimatise.
Summit Point Lenana (4,985m) & descend to Mintos Camp
A pre-dawn ascent to Point Lenana (4,985m) for sunrise, then cross to the Chogoria side and descend to Mintos Camp (4,300m).
Mintos Camp to Chogoria (via the Gorges Valley)
A spectacular descent past Lake Michaelson and the Gorges Valley to the Chogoria roadhead. Dinner and overnight.
Descend to Chogoria Gate & return to Nairobi
Continue to Chogoria Gate and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the evening.
What to expect
What’s included & excluded
Included
- Return road transport between Nairobi and the trailhead
- Professional English-speaking mountain guide
- Cook and porters to carry group equipment
- Mount Kenya National Park entry, camping & hut fees
- Mountain huts or tented camping as per the route
- All meals while on the mountain
- Drinking water on the trek
Not included
- International flights, visa & travel insurance
- Personal climbing gear & sleeping bag (hire available)
- Tips for your mountain guide, cook and porters
- Personal items, snacks & extra drinks
- Anything not listed under “Included”
Why book with us
Why travellers choose Nairobi Tour Promoters
Mountain experts
A Nairobi-based team guiding Mount Kenya & Kilimanjaro climbs for years.
Safe, strong crew
Experienced guides, cooks & porters focused on your health and a safe summit.
All-inclusive pricing
Park, hut & camping fees, meals and crew included — no hidden costs.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Kenya and which summit will I reach?
Mount Kenya rises to 5,199m at Batian, its highest peak. Our treks target Point Lenana at 4,985m — the third-highest peak and the goal for trekkers. The higher peaks of Batian and Nelion require technical rock climbing.
How difficult is climbing Mount Kenya?
Reaching Point Lenana is a non-technical high-altitude trek. You need good general fitness but no climbing experience. The main challenge is the altitude, so our itineraries are built to help you acclimatise, and porters carry the group gear.
What is the Naro Moru Route like?
The Naro Moru Route is the most direct ascent of Mount Kenya, famous for the boggy stretch known as the “vertical bog”. Combined here with a Chogoria descent, it gives a fast but very scenic traverse of the mountain.