Hiking Distance: Approx. 12 km

Ascent: 700m
After breakfast, we sort gear with the porters and begin a scenic trek via Lake Ellis. This less-trodden route provides excellent views of Mugi, Ithanguni, and the Giants’ Billiards Table. We stop for lunch by a stream before making our way uphill to the Lake Ellis campsite, located in a quiet, untouristed part of the mountain.

Hiking Time: 4 hrs

Distance: 12 km

Ascent: 600m
We start early and follow a ridge off the main path for about three hours before rejoining the traditional Chogoria route at around 4,100m. Stunning views open up over the Gorges Valley, Ithanguni, and the Northern Moorlands. After lunch at a stream, we continue to Mintos Camp for the night. In the afternoon, we recommend a short 10-minute walk to The Temple – a 150m vertical cliff offering dramatic views. Rest early in preparation for the summit bid.

Start Time: 03:00

Total Distance: 24 km

Ascent: 785m

Descent: 1,685m
We begin our pre-dawn summit attempt at 3:00am, reaching Point Lenana in time for sunrise. After enjoying the view, we descend to Shipton Camp for breakfast. From there, we continue down through Mackinder’s Valley to Old Moses Camp for overnight stay. This descent offers remarkable moorland and mountain scenery.

Hiking Time: 3 hrs

After an early breakfast, descend to the Sirimon Gate, where our vehicle awaits for return back to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon

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