Our adventure begins early on day 1, a 2hr drive from Nairobi to Nanyuki airstrip where you will board your own private plane, an exciting bush landing at Tumaren Airstrip, offering stunning views over conservation land. The flight is only 20 minutes and upon arrival, Ella and Jack will meet you before a short game drive to our first campsite.

Our adventure kicks off with a 4-day walking safari through the Karisia conservancy, starting at the scenic Ewaso Nyiro River, known for its rich wildlife. At the first camp, guests will meet the local team—cooks, camel handlers, and guides.

After settling into your luxury tents and delicious lunch, we will take a short walk around camp to see what we can find and enjoy sunset drinks by the river, followed by a campfire and cooked dinner under the stars.

The day begins with an early morning walk along the river, watching birds and wildlife wake with the rising sun. After a healthy breakfast, the group continues on foot towards our next camp - Paul’s Camp.

The walk crosses open plains and bushland, where wildlife sightings may include zebras, oryx, gazelles, and possibly dik-diks, gerenuk, impalas, or lesser kudu.

By the time the group arrives at ‘Paul’s Camp’ for lunch, the pack camels and our team would have already set up most of the camp. After a relaxing break, the day ends with us climbing stunning granite rocks watching the sun set overlooking the vast savannah.

Following another refreshing morning, we set off for the third camp - Chololo.

Chololo stretches out as a beautiful open landscape, its golden plains rolling toward the distant silhouette of the Loldiaga Hills.

For adventurers, this place is a hidden treasure. The rocky outcrops offer incredible climbing routes, from playful scrambles to more technical lines. And for those seeking something truly unique, there’s the chance to take on a via ferrata, a really fun adventure before watching the sunset with a cold beer before yet another delicious dinner.

On the final full day of the trip, the group will hike to their last campsite Nyasura, at a striking rocky outcrop visible from miles away. This ancient, sacred site has been used for centuries as shelter, and evidence of early human activity—such as graves, flints, and stone tools—can still be found.

After lunch at camp, the afternoon is spent exploring Nyasura’s slopes, with opportunities for both adventure abseiling and more technical rock climbing, building on the skills learned at Paul’s Rock.

The day ends with a sunset gathering on top of Nyasura, offering spectacular views and a peaceful moment to reflect—while baboons wait below for their turn to sleep on the sacred rock. The journey to Mt. Kenya begins early the next morning.

Nanyuki to Chogoria Swiss Camp (3450m)

• Morning

  • Early breakfast at camp

  • Farewell to the Karisia Team

  • Begin a 6-hour drive to Chogoria Gate

• Afternoon

  • Arrive at Chogoria Gate (start of Mt. Kenya trek)

  • Trek for approximately 2 hours gaining 350m of height from the vehicle drop off, through forested terrain

  • Reach Swiss Camp (3450 m)

  • Take in views of the transition between Afro-alpine forest and moorland (weather permitting)

• Evening

  • Dinner at camp

  • Rest and prepare for the next day’s trek

Day Itinerary: Swiss Camp → Lake Michaelson (4,300 m)

Trekking time: ~5 hours
Total amount of Altitude gain throughout the day: ~1300 meters

Morning

• Breakfast at camp

• Begin scenic trek along a ridge overlooking into the Gorges Valley

• Enjoy expansive views and changing landscapes as elevation increases

Midday

• Lunch break with a panoramic view overlooking Lake Michaelson

• Great opportunity for photos

Afternoon

• After a packed lunch a short hike to camp with a gentle traverse, followed by a descent to Lake Michaelson campsite

Evening

• Optional: Explore the lakeside area or take time to rest and recover

• Dinner at camp and overnight at Lake Michaelson

Day Itinerary: Lake Michaelson → Simba Col (4,550 m)

Trekking time: ~3 hours
Altitude gain: ~250 meters

Morning

• Breakfast at Lake Michaelson

• Depart around 9:00 AM for a fairly short trek to Simba Col

• Ascend steadily with beautiful views of the surrounding peaks

• Pass through rugged alpine terrain as you gain elevation

Midday / Early Afternoon

• Arrive at Simba Tarn Campsite (Simba Col)

• Camp will be pre-set, and lunch will be served upon arrival

• Rest, hydrate, and prepare mentally and physically for the summit push the following day

Afternoon / Evening

• Relax and enjoy the views from high camp

• Early dinner and rest for an early summit start next morning

Day Itinerary: Simba Col → Point Lenana (4,985 m) → Kami Hut (4400m)

Trekking time: ~4 hours
Altitude gain (to summit): +435 m
Descent: -585 m

Early Morning

• Start at 4:30 AM for a sunrise summit of Point Lenana (4,985 m)

• Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding peaks, valleys, and—on clear days—even Mount Kilimanjaro

• Warm drink and photo opportunity at the summit

Post Summit Descent

• Begin a short descent of 1hr to Kami hut from the summit, where breakfast will be waiting.

• Arrive at camp and settle in, rest, refuel, and prepare for the upcoming technical climb of Batian via the ‘North Face Standard’ route.

Evening

• Gear check and briefing with your climbing team

• There is a 2 day window purposely built into the itinerary to give us the best chance of a good weather window, your guide will make the appropriate call if there is a window possible to climb

Technical Climb Overview: The North Face Standard Route – Mount Kenya

* Allowing a 2 day weather window

• Access: Start from Kami hut/tarn

• Start Time: Very early, often before dawn with head torches

• Approach: Cross the scree field , then scramble up scree to the base of the North face.

Climbing Experience:

• The first pitches are physically demanding due to cold temperatures and the long day ahead

• Usually complete the first two pitches before first light

• After sunrise, climbing becomes more enjoyable as muscles warm up

  • Location: The north face lies between the peaks of Batian (5,199 m) and Nelion (5,188 m) — the two highest summits of Mount Kenya.

  • Climbing history: The north face route was first climbed in 1944 by Percy Wyn-Harris and Eric Shipton, during World War II — a remarkable feat given the limited gear of the time.

  • Ice and rock: It’s a technical alpine climb that combines rock, snow, and ice, depending on the season.

  • Best season: The north face is usually climbed in the dry season (July–September), when the rock is less icy and more stable.

  • Exposure: The face gets early morning and late afternoon sun, making it cold in the shade but spectacular at sunrise and sunset.

  • Rock type: The mountain is made of syenite, a type of intrusive igneous rock — solid and rough, great for gripping during climbs.

  • Volcanic origin: Mount Kenya is the remnant of an ancient volcano, once higher than Kilimanjaro — erosion sculpted the current jagged peaks.

Timing:

• The ascent to Batian’s summit typically takes 6–8 hours

Final Day Itinerary: Descent & Celebration

• Morning

  • Begin a slow descent down the Makinder valley

  • Enjoy the final scenic trek and reflect on the journey

• Afternoon

  • Arrive at the trailhead

  • Transfer by vehicle to Soames Hotel

• Evening

  • Final celebratory dinner at Soames Hotel

  • Share memories and celebrate an amazing 11-day adventure together

Trip Conclusion & Departure

• After an incredible 11-day adventure, the group will be transported from Soames Hotel back to Nairobi.

• Overnight stay at a restful and beautiful hotel in Nairobi, for one last evening of rest and reflection.

• A vehicle will then transport individuals from their hotel to Jomo Kenyatta airport.