Climbing Mount Kenya is an experience scribbled on many hiker’s and adventure seeker’s bucket lists. The thought of standing atop Kenya’s highest point, entranced by the gleaming snow-white peaks, is a dream plenty hope to fulfill.

Mount Kenya National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve comprising thick tree cover, bamboo forests, alpine regions, and snow-capped peaks. It’s also home to glacier lakes, picturesque valleys, and many natural springs, making it a truly beautiful destination to visit.

Local communities regard the mountain as sacred, and it’s common to find pilgrims praying facing Mount Kenya.

Climbing Mount Kenya to Point Lenana takes 4-6 days, depending on the route and the hiker’s fitness level.

An out-and-back trip using the Sirimon route takes around 4 days, while a point-to-point hike from Chogoria to Sirimon or Naro Moru takes 4-6 days.

If you’re seeking a more challenging climb to Batian or Nelion peaks, it can take up to 8 days.

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