Kenya·7 - 19 December 2025
Climb Peak Lenana, 4895m, Mt Kenya and See the Big Five on Horseback
COMING SOONThe ultimate East Africa adventure! Two of the greatest things you can do in Africa combine in this ultimate Kenya itinerary. With all the best accommodation options and all the maximum add ons possible to make this the trip of a lifetime. Arriving into Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will spend your first night in Kenya at the world famous giraffe manor; one of the most unique hotels in the world. It is then on to Nanyuki from where we launch the first part of this great adventure - a climb to Lenana Peak, 4895m, Mount Kenya. More beautiful and less crowded than its more popular Tanzanian neighbor Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya is a classic of high altitude trekking. We then finish with a spectacular horse safari on the Massai Mara where you will see all the Big 5 and have incredible encounters with the most beautiful animals from the back of a horse.
One of the most unique hotels in the world and famous for 'breakfast with the giraffes.'
Not as famous perhaps as its Tanzanian neighbor, but more beautiful and less crowded.
Other safari experiences pale in comparison
Oliver is the CEO & Founder of True Summit Adventures, a certified Mountain Leader and a respected alpinist and adventurer.
He is very familiar with climbing in East Africa, having been to the summit of Kilimanjaro, 5 times and Mt. Kenya once, in 2023.
Oliver is also a talented horseman, having been a professional player at Guards Polo Club from 2008 to 2014.
Kenyan born horseman and safari guide, Geordie Church has been working in and around luxury safari's all his life and guided his first expedition aged 18.
He now has more than 30 years experience of guiding and is widely considered to be one of the best private guides in the world.
Itinerary
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On arrival at Nairobi International Airport, guests will be met by our team and taken to Giraffe Manor, one of the best hotels in Africa.
After breakfast at Giraffe Manor, we return to the airport and take a private charter to Nanyuki, the launchpad for Mount Kenya expeditions.
We then transfer to the gate and begin the trek up through the dense bamboo forest and spend the night at the Bandas Camp, 2900m.
Trekking time: 3hrs
Distance: 10km
Altitude gain: 650m
Today we trek through beautiful scenery and take in the views of the surrounding mountains, Mugi, Ithanguni, and the Giabts Billiards Table before reaching camp at the breathtaking Lake Eliis.
Trekking time: 3hrs
Distance: 9km
Altitude gain: 700m
Today we enjoy breathtaking views over the Gorges Valley and Northern Morelands as we trek up to the Minto's Camp. In the afternoon we take the short hike to the 'Temple,' a 150m vertical cliff, so called because visitors bending over to enjoy the view appear to be praying.
Trekking time: 4hrs
Distance: 12km
Altitude gain: 600m
Today we summit Mt Kenya's Peak Lenana, leaving the camp at 2am to arrive at the top as dawn breaks all around us and we enjoy magnificent, all around views.
We then descend to Shipton's Camp for breakfast before continuing on to Old Moses Camp, where we spend the night.
Trekking time: 11hrs
Distance: 24km
Altitude gain: 785m
Altitude loss: 1685m
Today we trek for 2hrs to the Sirimon Gate and head to the Fairmont Mount Kenya to recharge ahead of the second half of our East African spectacular.
Today we transfer to Nanyuki and take a charter flight to Mara North airstrip where we meet our safari team and head to the camp.
The afternoon is spent settling in, taking a short ride or game drive.
Riding Distance: 5-10 km
Today is spent exploring the riverine forest and open plains of Lemek where there is an abundance of wildlife including giraffe, warthog, zebra, hartebeest, topi, wildebeest and with a little luck we might see cheetah and leopard also.
Riding Distance: 10-15 km
Our first full day in the saddle takes us through spectacular wildlife country with impala, gazelle, elephant, buffalo, ostrich and more. A picnic lunch is enjoyed in a patch of forest called Olomai.
After a siesta we ride down to the banks of the Mara River with its large pods of hippo and giant crocodiles.
Riding distance: 20-25 km
A stunning area to traverse by horse or vehicle, we may ford the Mara River and ride under the famous Siria Escarpment. The concentration of game is breathtaking - waterbuck, eland, jackal, hyena and lion can be seen here along with many other animals.
Riding distance: 10-15 km
Another full day of riding in this magical corner of the Mara where two large prides of lion make this area their home allowing for sensational big cat encounters.
We may go out after dinner by vehicle to spot some animals at night - hopefully the elusive leopard.
Riding distance: 15-20km
Our last morning ride in this amazing country. After brunch we say our goodbyes to the safari crew and head to the airstrip to take our charter flight back to Nairobi.
Enjoy your last day in Nairobi with a city tour or relax by the pool ahead of your flight home.
One of the best hotels in Africa; you will never forget "having breakfast" with these incredible animals.
Luxury tented accommodations with the best service and chefs.
Probably the best 5* hotel in Nairobi.
All Accommodation
All Meals
Airport Transfers
All Guiding
Satellite Phone
All Permints
All Internal Flights
All Transfers
International flights
Insurance
Tips to the Mountain and Safari Team
Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic drinks
Items of personal Nature
Mt Kenya can be climbed all year round but during the dry seasons is the perfect time. Mt Kenya has two dry seasons, from December to early March and another from July to October.
A good level of fitness is required for Mt Kenya. If you are comfortable walking for several hours and repeat this the next day then you should be good to go.
Visa requirements are based on your nationality and passport. If you are not an East African national you will most likely be required a visa. You can acquire a visa on the internet or get one at the airport. If you choose to pay for one when arriving at the airport it is best to pay this in cash.
