Nanyuki traverse staging line
Nanyuki to Nanyuki
Commercial Mount Kenya traverses are commonly staged from Nanyuki even when the mountain crossing is point-to-point.
Mount Kenya Traverse
The main trekking traverse on Mount Kenya, usually aimed at Point Lenana.
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Route overview
The main trekking traverse on Mount Kenya, usually aimed at Point Lenana.
Why travellers choose this trip
A dramatic high-mountain trek with sharp peaks, wild scenery, and a different feel from Kilimanjaro.
Nanyuki logistics, Sirimon ascent, Point Lenana summit, and Chogoria descent through the main trekking side of Mount Kenya.
Route stages
Mountains summited on this trip
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Mountain collections
Mountain Ranges
16
Kenya Alpine Highlands Peaks
Kenya's major mountain region covering Mount Kenya, Aberdares, and adjacent highlands.
National Park Mountains
5
Mount Kenya National Park Peaks
Mount Kenya National Park alpine summit zone for Batian, Nelion, Lenana, and nearby tops.
Highest Mountains by Country
195
Highest Mountains by Country
The highest mountain in each country.
Mountains by Elevation
189
4000-4999m Peaks
Peaks from 4000 to 4999 metres.
Mountains by Elevation
32
5000-5999m Peaks
Peaks from 5000 to 5999 metres.
Route Mountain Groups
4
Mount Kenya Cluster
Mount Kenya summit options and linked trekking objectives.
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Seven Summits
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