Mt Kenya, Mackinder's Day Hike – Naromoru Route (4,300m asl.)

Mt Kenya, day hike

Mt Kenya, Mackinder's Day Hike – Naromoru Route (4,300m asl.)

Day hikeDuration
4,300 mHighest point
20 kmDistance
ChallengingLevel

The Mackinder’s Day Hike is a challenging but rewarding trek on Mount Kenya, taking you up to Mackinder’s Camp at 4,200 meters. It’s a full-day adventure, covering steep trails, rocky paths, and breathtaking views of…

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Meeting point

International Life House

About the Trail

The Mackinder’s Day Hike is a challenging but rewarding trek on Mount Kenya, taking you up to Mackinder’s Camp at 4,200 meters. It’s a full-day adventure, covering steep trails, rocky paths, and breathtaking views of the mountain’s peaks. Expect a difficult but doable climb, with changing landscapes from forest to alpine terrain. The weather can be unpredictable, so layering up is key. You’ll need good hiking shoes, enough water, and snacks for energy. The highlight is reaching Mackinder’s Camp, where you’ll enjoy stunning views of the towering Batian and Nelion peaks before heading back down.

Duration of Hike: 7-8 hours

Take note of the following key times

Estimated Finish Time: 5.00pm and back in Nairobi by 8.30pm