Aberdare Peaks Expedition
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Aberdare Peaks Expedition

Summit the highest peaks of the Aberdare Range.

5 Days / 4 Nights
Aberdare Ranges
2-8 People
From
$0
per person

Overview

Challenge yourself to summit the highest peaks of the Aberdare Range including Lesatima (4,001m). This expedition traverses moorlands and offers incredible views.

Highlights

Lesatima Summit
Satima Peak
Moorland scenery
Rare wildlife
Alpine vegetation

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Depart Nairobi at 07:00 and drive to the Aberdare National Park. We start the trek from the park gate, hiking through bamboo and montane forest to our first camp at around 2,500 m. The hike is about 4-5 hours. Overnight camping.

Activities

Transfer to Aberdare Park registration Forest trek to camp (4-5 hrs) Wildlife spotting Camp setup
Aberdare Forest Camp (2,500 m)
Lunch, Dinner

We ascend above the bamboo zone into the moorland, characterized by giant lobelias and tussock grass. The trail offers views of the peaks and the Rift Valley. We set up camp at around 3,400 m. Trek duration approx. 5-6 hours.

Activities

Ascend to moorland zone (5-6 hrs) Giant lobelia photography Views of Satima and Lesatima peaks Camp at 3,400 m
Aberdare Moorland Camp (3,400 m)
Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

Early departure to summit Satima Peak (3,997 m) via a well-defined ridge. After celebrating on the summit, we descend to a base camp near the base of Lesatima (approx. 3,800 m). The hike takes about 6-7 hours. Overnight camping.

Activities

Summit Satima Peak (3,997 m) Panoramic views of Mount Kenya and Rift Valley Descent to Lesatima base camp Acclimatization walk
Lesatima Base Camp (3,800 m)
Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

We rise early for the summit push to Lesatima (4,001 m), the highest point in the Aberdare Range. The final ascent is on alpine moorland with some rock scrambling. After summit celebrations, we descend all the way to the forest camp (approx. 6-7 hours). Overnight camping.

Activities

Summit Lesatima (4,001 m) Scramble to the highest point Descend through moorland to forest Return to forest camp
Aberdare Forest Camp (2,500 m)
Breakfast, Lunch (packed), Dinner

After breakfast, we trek out to the park gate (approx. 2-3 hours) and transfer back to Nairobi, arriving by early afternoon.

Activities

Trek out to gate Transfer to Nairobi Hotel/airport drop-off
Nairobi (own arrangement - transfer included)
Breakfast, Lunch (packed)

What's Included

  • Park fees
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Camping
  • Transfers

What's Not Included

  • Personal gear
  • Tips

$0

per person

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