8 Days Mount Kenya Trek & Samburu Safari | Best Kenya Adventure Tour

⭐ 8 Days Mount Kenya Trekking & Wildlife Safari 

Mount Kenya Trek | Samburu Safari | Ol Pejeta Big 5 Conservancy
Guaranteed Departures – Minimum 2 People

Experience the best of Kenya’s high-altitude trekking and unforgettable wildlife viewing in one perfectly designed 8-day adventure. This journey takes you from the alpine forests of Mount Kenya to the iconic Samburu ecosystem and the Big 5 stronghold of Ol Pejeta Conservancy.

✔ Ideal for adventure travelers
✔ Slow-paced acclimatization for safe trekking
✔ Highly experienced mountain guides & safari driver-guides
✔ Lodge or tented camp accommodation available
✔ Flexible start dates

🏔 Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi → Mount Kenya (Sirimon Gate – Judmaier Camp / 3,300m)

Depart Nairobi at 08:00 AM and travel toward Nanyuki, the gateway town to Mount Kenya. After equipment checks and lunch, drive to Sirimon Gate and begin a gentle 3-hour trek through lush equatorial forest filled with colobus monkeys and birdlife.
Overnight: Judmaier Camp (3,300m)
Highlight: Easy acclimatization hike in the afternoon.

Day 2: Judmaier Camp → Liki North Valley (3,990m)

Ascend through the Sirimon trail into the scenic Liki North Valley, surrounded by towering volcanic ridges and ancient parasitic cones.
Overnight: Mountain Camp (3,990m)
Highlights: Panoramic alpine wilderness & steady acclimatization pace.

Day 3: Liki Valley → Shipton’s Camp (4,300m)

Continue trekking out of Liki Valley and into Mackinder’s Valley, one of the most dramatic valleys on the mountain, home to giant groundsels and unique Afro-alpine vegetation.
Overnight: Shipton’s Camp (4,300m) with views of Batian & Nelion peaks.

Day 4: Summit Day – Point Lenana (4,985m) → Mackinders → Met Station (3,000m)

Start your pre-dawn summit push to reach Point Lenana, Mount Kenya’s most accessible peak, in time for the sunrise. Enjoy sweeping views over the plains and surrounding peaks. After descending to Mackinders Camp for breakfast, continue down to Met Station.
Overnight: Met Station
Highlight: Sunrise at 4,985m — perfect for photography.

Day 5: Mount Kenya → Samburu National Reserve

Descend through the forest to the park gate, then drive north to Samburu Reserve, famous for Northern Kenya’s unique wildlife species. Enjoy an afternoon game drive.
Overnight: Samburu Sopa Lodge or similar
Highlight: Reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich.

Day 6: Full-Day Game Drives in Samburu

Morning and afternoon game drives exploring Samburu’s rugged landscapes and rare wildlife, known collectively as the Samburu Special Five.
Overnight: Samburu Sopa Lodge or similar

Day 7: Samburu → Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Early morning game drive before heading to Ol Pejeta, home to East Africa’s highest density of rhinos and the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees. Afternoon game drive included.
Overnight: Tented Camp or Lodge
Highlight: Big 5 sighting potential + endangered species.

Day 8: Ol Pejeta → Nairobi (End of Safari)

Final morning game drive, followed by a return drive to Nairobi, arriving in the early afternoon.
Safari Ends — drop-off at hotel or airport.

💰 Price Guide (Per Person) – 2026

8 Days Mount Kenya Trekking & Wildlife Safari
Mount Kenya (Sirimon Route) + Samburu + Ol Pejeta
Currency: USD | Minimum: 2 People

🏕 Accommodation Standards by Category

• Budget: Mountain huts/tents • Budget lodges & tented camps

• Midrange: Quality mountain tents • Samburu Sopa Lodge or similar • Comfortable Ol Pejeta lodge

• Luxury: Private mountain tents • High-end safari lodges • Premium conservancy camps

✔ Prices Include (All Categories)

• Mount Kenya & safari park fees (2026 rates)

• Professional mountain guide, cook & porters

• 4x4 Land Cruiser safari vehicle (pop-up roof)

• Full-board accommodation throughout

• All scheduled game drives

• Drinking water on safari

• Government taxes & levies

❌ Prices Exclude

• International flights & visas

• Travel insurance

• Personal trekking gear

• Tips & gratuities

• Optional activities

➕ Optional Add-Ons (Per Person – 2026)

📌 Get upgraded lodge options and flexible transport choices on request.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Kenya trekking difficult?

The Sirimon–Chogoria or Sirimon–Naro Moru routes are considered moderate with steady acclimatization recommended.

What is the best time to trek Mount Kenya?

January–March and July–October.

Is Point Lenana achievable for beginners?

Yes — with good fitness and proper acclimatization.

What wildlife can I expect in Samburu?

Reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and oryx — plus lions, elephants, and leopards.

Is Ol Pejeta good for Big 5 safaris?

Yes. It is one of Kenya’s best places to see rhinos and predators.

Are trekking gear and equipment included?

Personal equipment is not included, but you get support crew for carrying supplies, tents, and meals.