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Your Safari. Your Way.
Embark on an unforgettable 4-day Mount Kenya trekking adventure exploring the tranquil alpine lakes of Rutundu, Alice, and Ellis. Journey through rugged highlands, peaceful forest trails, and breathtaking mountain landscapes with expert local guides.
A detailed programme of your safari, day by day.
Meet your guide in Nanyuki and transfer by private 4x4 to the trailhead, then trek up to Lake Rutundu (3,059m), one of Mount Kenya's beautiful glacial lakes, and set up camp for the night.
Trek across the high moorland to the crater lake of Lake Alice, passing the Mugi Hill viewpoint with panoramic views of the mountain's peaks. Overnight in a lakeside campsite.
Continue through dramatic highland scenery to Lake Ellis, stopping to admire the Nithi Waterfall en route. Settle into the evening campsite.
Descend through forest and moorland to the trailhead, where your 4x4 transfers you back to Nanyuki for onward connections.
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Accommodation
Campsites at Lake Rutundu, Lake Alice & Lake Ellis
Meals
Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Transport
Public shared shuttle van from Nairobi
Route
This trek visits the tranquil lakes of the Sirimon and Burguret areas and does not summit the main peaks. It suits travellers who prefer scenic mountain hiking without a technical summit.
Gear
Personal hiking apparel and gear are not included. A 4x4 is needed for some approach sections and is arranged as part of the trip.
Best season
The drier months of June to March generally offer the most settled highland weather.
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