Climb Mount Kenya - 9 Day
Prefer not to pay in full? Place a $1,000 deposit and pay over time!
Are you BE alum, a veteran, student, or new subscriber? Don’t forget your special pricing promo code!
Climb Mount Kenya in 9 days!
OVERVIEW:
Mount Kenya - the highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest mountain in Africa! Mount Kenya is not a mountain of one peak, but of many spikes, spires, and summits. When the clouds clear, this extinct volcano can be seen from Nairobi and the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro! Mount Kenya is often said to be a mountaineer’s mountain because the highest peak on the mountain - Point Batian at 17,057’ - can only be reached via 15-20 pitches of 5.6-5.8 technical rock climbing.
Our custom route summits Point Lenana, Point John, Point Nelion, and Point Batian. Point Lenana is the highest non-technical summit at 17,022’ and is a popular and worthy destination in and of itself. Point John is a beautiful spire we will use as for technical training, and Point Nelion and Batian are the two highest peaks; separated by the famous “Gates of Mist”.
Mount Kenya appeals to mountaineers and rock climbers eager to experience a high altitude technical expedition! This stunning and adventurous hike requires high fitness levels, a love for heights, and a deep desire to learn technical mountaineering!
DETAILS:
Dates:
January 14-22, 2026
January 14-22, 2027
Contact us for private/custom dates!
9 days
Kenya, Africa
Elevation = 17,057’
Miles = 40
Physical Exertion = Strenuous
Skill Level = Intermediate to Advanced
Airport = Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) - Nairobi, Kenya
Rental gear can be included at checkout and the Gear List can be found here.
Trip cancelation insurance is recommended and medical evacuation insurance is required. See details below!
BE has a 6-month training plan to get you ready! Click here to view & print!
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot is welcomed at checkout! After placing your deposit, BE will email you about your preferred payment plan! This deposit is applied to the overall balance. No worries, there’s no interest or added fees. BE Simple!
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi @ 5,889’
Welcome to Kenya! Let the journey to the summit of Mount Kenya begin! After immigration, retrieving your bags, and clearing customs, our representative, identifiable by a BELAY EXPEDITIONS sign, will transport you to our hotel in Nairobi! The rest of the day is yours to relax and restore from a long flight! Included meals = None. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 2: Orientation & Rest
After a leisurely breakfast, your guides will conduct a gear check and orientation of the days ahead on Mount Kenya. Afterward, you have the option to explore the town of Nairobi or simply relax! Tonight, we’ll enjoy our team welcome dinner. Meals included = Breakfast & Dinner. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 3 : Nairobi to Chogoria Gate to Banda’s Campsite @ 9,842’
Today is the day we head to the mountain! After breakfast we’ll take a morning drive through rich agriculture country up to Chogoria town for lunch. Post-lunch, we’ll proceed to the edge of the bamboo forest and toward the gate where we’ll begin our hike! Tonight we sleep at Mount Kenya’s Banda’s campsite! Welcome to Mount Kenya! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 4: Banda’s Campsite to Lake Ellis Camp @ 11,335
Good morning! After breakfast and the sorting of porters loads we’ll set off up the mountain at an easy pace. This walk gives you a scenic view of Table Mountain, Ithanguni and Mugi Hill. We’ll get to our second camp by lunch, allowing you to rest, fish at Lake Ellis, or take a leisure stroll. Miles = 5.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 5: Lake Ellis Camp to Mintos Camp @ 13,780’
Today we leave the beaten path and follow a ridge up the mountain. En route to Mintos Camp, we’ll enjoy lunch with breathtaking view of Gorges Valley. The rest of the afternoon will be spent relaxing for the next day’s summit attempt of Point Lenana. Miles = 7.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 6: Mintos Camp to Point Lenana @ 17,022’ to Austrian Hut @ 15,715’
Today we summit high and sleep low, an excellent strategy for acclimatization! We’ll bgin the day predawn in order to summit Point Lanana by sunrise! Point Lanana is the most popular summit on the mountain since it’s the highest non-technical point! Congratulations on this worthy summit! Post-summit, we’ll descend down to Shipton camp for breakfast and a beautiful day of relaxation as we enjoy the magical scenery surrounding camp. This afternoon, our rock climbing guides will conduct an orientation for our upcoming technical climbs! Miles = 4.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 7: Austrian Hut to Point John @15,607’
Let’s get technical training! Today we wake at 6:00am to head out to Point John to familiarize ourself with our rock and rock climbing gear! At the summit, we’ll enjoy views of the rugged mountain landscape. Post-summit, we’ll descend back to our hut to rest for tomorrow’s big day! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 8: Austrian Hut to Nelion Peak @17,021’ to Batian Peak at 17,057’
GOOD SUMMIT MORNING!!! Today is our big day and we must leave early for it! We’ll leave Austrian hut around 04:00am with our rock gear in hand as we head toward the base of South Face route where you will start your climb up Nelion before crossing over to Batian through the Gate of Mist. This will require 15-20 pitches of 5.6-5.8 climbing so make sure you train! The more you train, the more you’ll enjoy this summit! After a successful summit, we’ll descend back to Austrian Hut for late dinner and overnight. CONGRATULATIONS on summiting the highest mountain in Kenya! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 9: Austrian Hut to Met Station Camp to Nairobi @ 5,889’
Phew, our hard work is done! It’s all downhill from here! After breakfast, we leave Austrian hut and descend all the way down to Met Station Camp for lunch! After a hearty celebratory lunch, we’ll load up in our car and head to our hotel in Nairobi! Cheers to Mount Kenya and living seven full days on the mountain! Look at us living life to its fullest! Miles = 9.5. Included Meals = B & L. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 10: Departure
After our final leisure morning in Kenya, you will be shuttled to the airport for your international flight home. It is recommended to arrive at the airport 2.5 hours before your flight. This is crazy bittersweet moment. PLEASE feel free to stay one extra day to explore Nairobi at your leisure; BE will be here. No need to rush home if you don’t need to. Cheers! Miles = 0. Included meals = Breakfast. Accommodations = None.
PRICE:
Mount Kenya = $3,790
Rental Gear = +$750
INCLUSIONS:
Airport transfers
All transportation in-country
Porter service on the climb
All climbing staff including mountain guides and local support staff
Three nights at a hotel in Nairobi: 2 pre-climb and 1 post-climb
Team welcome dinner
All meals while on the climb
All group gear on the climb (sleeping tents, dining supplies. and tents, toilette tents, first aid, etc.)
All park fees & permits
6-month training plan which can be found here.
EXCLUSIONS:
Round-trip airfare to/from airport
Kenya tourist visa @ $51 USD
Alcoholic or bottled beverages
Specialty coffee or espresso drinks
Guide Gratuities (10% is customary)
Trip cancelation insurance
Medical evacuation insurance
Any expenses incurred by early departure from the program
Personal items and equipment (see gear list and rental options below)
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of BELAY EXPEDITIONS.
GEAR LIST:
Your Mount Kenya Gear List can be found here! The comprehensive list will highlight everything you need to bring and everything that you can rent through BELAY EXPEDITIONS. Rental gear is shipped to your home address one month prior to the expedition in a box with a pre-paid return label. Gear Rentals can be included at checkout.
INSURANCE:
Medical evacuation insurance is required and trip cancellation insurance is recommended. Here are 4 options:
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance - They offer both medical and travel! 2-in-1
SPOT/Overwatch & Rescue - Belay uses a SPOT device which comes with medical evacuation insurance for $29. If you have a SPOT device or are planning on using one, this may be a good option!
Global + Rescue - Medical only.
AIG - Travel only.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
There are no refunds for the deposit or balance payments for this expedition. This includes but is not limited to, expeditions that conclude without reaching or making progress towards the summit due to route conditions, weather, insufficient manpower, or any other factor outside the control of BELAY EXPEDITIONS.
Expedition leader has the final say on the expedition conclusion and will make all best efforts towards reaching the summit within our margin of safety.
Participants that choose to leave an active expedition for any reason are not entitled to any refunds
Due to the nature and heavy costs of government and operator permits, BELAY EXPEDITIONS must adhere to a stringent refund policy
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER BOOKING:
After booking, expect monthly emails from BE to get you prepped for Mount Kenya! International travels require a bit of preparation and we help you accomplish those tasks one-by-one. Our emails talk about clothing, gear, visas, passports, vaccines, etc. We got your back off the mountain and on the mountain!
SEE YOU IN AFRICA!
Prefer not to pay in full? Place a $1,000 deposit and pay over time!
Are you BE alum, a veteran, student, or new subscriber? Don’t forget your special pricing promo code!
Climb Mount Kenya in 9 days!
OVERVIEW:
Mount Kenya - the highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest mountain in Africa! Mount Kenya is not a mountain of one peak, but of many spikes, spires, and summits. When the clouds clear, this extinct volcano can be seen from Nairobi and the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro! Mount Kenya is often said to be a mountaineer’s mountain because the highest peak on the mountain - Point Batian at 17,057’ - can only be reached via 15-20 pitches of 5.6-5.8 technical rock climbing.
Our custom route summits Point Lenana, Point John, Point Nelion, and Point Batian. Point Lenana is the highest non-technical summit at 17,022’ and is a popular and worthy destination in and of itself. Point John is a beautiful spire we will use as for technical training, and Point Nelion and Batian are the two highest peaks; separated by the famous “Gates of Mist”.
Mount Kenya appeals to mountaineers and rock climbers eager to experience a high altitude technical expedition! This stunning and adventurous hike requires high fitness levels, a love for heights, and a deep desire to learn technical mountaineering!
DETAILS:
Dates:
January 14-22, 2026
January 14-22, 2027
Contact us for private/custom dates!
9 days
Kenya, Africa
Elevation = 17,057’
Miles = 40
Physical Exertion = Strenuous
Skill Level = Intermediate to Advanced
Airport = Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) - Nairobi, Kenya
Rental gear can be included at checkout and the Gear List can be found here.
Trip cancelation insurance is recommended and medical evacuation insurance is required. See details below!
BE has a 6-month training plan to get you ready! Click here to view & print!
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot is welcomed at checkout! After placing your deposit, BE will email you about your preferred payment plan! This deposit is applied to the overall balance. No worries, there’s no interest or added fees. BE Simple!
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi @ 5,889’
Welcome to Kenya! Let the journey to the summit of Mount Kenya begin! After immigration, retrieving your bags, and clearing customs, our representative, identifiable by a BELAY EXPEDITIONS sign, will transport you to our hotel in Nairobi! The rest of the day is yours to relax and restore from a long flight! Included meals = None. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 2: Orientation & Rest
After a leisurely breakfast, your guides will conduct a gear check and orientation of the days ahead on Mount Kenya. Afterward, you have the option to explore the town of Nairobi or simply relax! Tonight, we’ll enjoy our team welcome dinner. Meals included = Breakfast & Dinner. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 3 : Nairobi to Chogoria Gate to Banda’s Campsite @ 9,842’
Today is the day we head to the mountain! After breakfast we’ll take a morning drive through rich agriculture country up to Chogoria town for lunch. Post-lunch, we’ll proceed to the edge of the bamboo forest and toward the gate where we’ll begin our hike! Tonight we sleep at Mount Kenya’s Banda’s campsite! Welcome to Mount Kenya! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 4: Banda’s Campsite to Lake Ellis Camp @ 11,335
Good morning! After breakfast and the sorting of porters loads we’ll set off up the mountain at an easy pace. This walk gives you a scenic view of Table Mountain, Ithanguni and Mugi Hill. We’ll get to our second camp by lunch, allowing you to rest, fish at Lake Ellis, or take a leisure stroll. Miles = 5.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 5: Lake Ellis Camp to Mintos Camp @ 13,780’
Today we leave the beaten path and follow a ridge up the mountain. En route to Mintos Camp, we’ll enjoy lunch with breathtaking view of Gorges Valley. The rest of the afternoon will be spent relaxing for the next day’s summit attempt of Point Lenana. Miles = 7.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 6: Mintos Camp to Point Lenana @ 17,022’ to Austrian Hut @ 15,715’
Today we summit high and sleep low, an excellent strategy for acclimatization! We’ll bgin the day predawn in order to summit Point Lanana by sunrise! Point Lanana is the most popular summit on the mountain since it’s the highest non-technical point! Congratulations on this worthy summit! Post-summit, we’ll descend down to Shipton camp for breakfast and a beautiful day of relaxation as we enjoy the magical scenery surrounding camp. This afternoon, our rock climbing guides will conduct an orientation for our upcoming technical climbs! Miles = 4.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 7: Austrian Hut to Point John @15,607’
Let’s get technical training! Today we wake at 6:00am to head out to Point John to familiarize ourself with our rock and rock climbing gear! At the summit, we’ll enjoy views of the rugged mountain landscape. Post-summit, we’ll descend back to our hut to rest for tomorrow’s big day! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 8: Austrian Hut to Nelion Peak @17,021’ to Batian Peak at 17,057’
GOOD SUMMIT MORNING!!! Today is our big day and we must leave early for it! We’ll leave Austrian hut around 04:00am with our rock gear in hand as we head toward the base of South Face route where you will start your climb up Nelion before crossing over to Batian through the Gate of Mist. This will require 15-20 pitches of 5.6-5.8 climbing so make sure you train! The more you train, the more you’ll enjoy this summit! After a successful summit, we’ll descend back to Austrian Hut for late dinner and overnight. CONGRATULATIONS on summiting the highest mountain in Kenya! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 9: Austrian Hut to Met Station Camp to Nairobi @ 5,889’
Phew, our hard work is done! It’s all downhill from here! After breakfast, we leave Austrian hut and descend all the way down to Met Station Camp for lunch! After a hearty celebratory lunch, we’ll load up in our car and head to our hotel in Nairobi! Cheers to Mount Kenya and living seven full days on the mountain! Look at us living life to its fullest! Miles = 9.5. Included Meals = B & L. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 10: Departure
After our final leisure morning in Kenya, you will be shuttled to the airport for your international flight home. It is recommended to arrive at the airport 2.5 hours before your flight. This is crazy bittersweet moment. PLEASE feel free to stay one extra day to explore Nairobi at your leisure; BE will be here. No need to rush home if you don’t need to. Cheers! Miles = 0. Included meals = Breakfast. Accommodations = None.
PRICE:
Mount Kenya = $3,790
Rental Gear = +$750
INCLUSIONS:
Airport transfers
All transportation in-country
Porter service on the climb
All climbing staff including mountain guides and local support staff
Three nights at a hotel in Nairobi: 2 pre-climb and 1 post-climb
Team welcome dinner
All meals while on the climb
All group gear on the climb (sleeping tents, dining supplies. and tents, toilette tents, first aid, etc.)
All park fees & permits
6-month training plan which can be found here.
EXCLUSIONS:
Round-trip airfare to/from airport
Kenya tourist visa @ $51 USD
Alcoholic or bottled beverages
Specialty coffee or espresso drinks
Guide Gratuities (10% is customary)
Trip cancelation insurance
Medical evacuation insurance
Any expenses incurred by early departure from the program
Personal items and equipment (see gear list and rental options below)
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of BELAY EXPEDITIONS.
GEAR LIST:
Your Mount Kenya Gear List can be found here! The comprehensive list will highlight everything you need to bring and everything that you can rent through BELAY EXPEDITIONS. Rental gear is shipped to your home address one month prior to the expedition in a box with a pre-paid return label. Gear Rentals can be included at checkout.
INSURANCE:
Medical evacuation insurance is required and trip cancellation insurance is recommended. Here are 4 options:
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance - They offer both medical and travel! 2-in-1
SPOT/Overwatch & Rescue - Belay uses a SPOT device which comes with medical evacuation insurance for $29. If you have a SPOT device or are planning on using one, this may be a good option!
Global + Rescue - Medical only.
AIG - Travel only.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
There are no refunds for the deposit or balance payments for this expedition. This includes but is not limited to, expeditions that conclude without reaching or making progress towards the summit due to route conditions, weather, insufficient manpower, or any other factor outside the control of BELAY EXPEDITIONS.
Expedition leader has the final say on the expedition conclusion and will make all best efforts towards reaching the summit within our margin of safety.
Participants that choose to leave an active expedition for any reason are not entitled to any refunds
Due to the nature and heavy costs of government and operator permits, BELAY EXPEDITIONS must adhere to a stringent refund policy
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER BOOKING:
After booking, expect monthly emails from BE to get you prepped for Mount Kenya! International travels require a bit of preparation and we help you accomplish those tasks one-by-one. Our emails talk about clothing, gear, visas, passports, vaccines, etc. We got your back off the mountain and on the mountain!
SEE YOU IN AFRICA!
Prefer not to pay in full? Place a $1,000 deposit and pay over time!
Are you BE alum, a veteran, student, or new subscriber? Don’t forget your special pricing promo code!
Climb Mount Kenya in 9 days!
OVERVIEW:
Mount Kenya - the highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest mountain in Africa! Mount Kenya is not a mountain of one peak, but of many spikes, spires, and summits. When the clouds clear, this extinct volcano can be seen from Nairobi and the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro! Mount Kenya is often said to be a mountaineer’s mountain because the highest peak on the mountain - Point Batian at 17,057’ - can only be reached via 15-20 pitches of 5.6-5.8 technical rock climbing.
Our custom route summits Point Lenana, Point John, Point Nelion, and Point Batian. Point Lenana is the highest non-technical summit at 17,022’ and is a popular and worthy destination in and of itself. Point John is a beautiful spire we will use as for technical training, and Point Nelion and Batian are the two highest peaks; separated by the famous “Gates of Mist”.
Mount Kenya appeals to mountaineers and rock climbers eager to experience a high altitude technical expedition! This stunning and adventurous hike requires high fitness levels, a love for heights, and a deep desire to learn technical mountaineering!
DETAILS:
Dates:
January 14-22, 2026
January 14-22, 2027
Contact us for private/custom dates!
9 days
Kenya, Africa
Elevation = 17,057’
Miles = 40
Physical Exertion = Strenuous
Skill Level = Intermediate to Advanced
Airport = Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) - Nairobi, Kenya
Rental gear can be included at checkout and the Gear List can be found here.
Trip cancelation insurance is recommended and medical evacuation insurance is required. See details below!
BE has a 6-month training plan to get you ready! Click here to view & print!
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot is welcomed at checkout! After placing your deposit, BE will email you about your preferred payment plan! This deposit is applied to the overall balance. No worries, there’s no interest or added fees. BE Simple!
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi @ 5,889’
Welcome to Kenya! Let the journey to the summit of Mount Kenya begin! After immigration, retrieving your bags, and clearing customs, our representative, identifiable by a BELAY EXPEDITIONS sign, will transport you to our hotel in Nairobi! The rest of the day is yours to relax and restore from a long flight! Included meals = None. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 2: Orientation & Rest
After a leisurely breakfast, your guides will conduct a gear check and orientation of the days ahead on Mount Kenya. Afterward, you have the option to explore the town of Nairobi or simply relax! Tonight, we’ll enjoy our team welcome dinner. Meals included = Breakfast & Dinner. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 3 : Nairobi to Chogoria Gate to Banda’s Campsite @ 9,842’
Today is the day we head to the mountain! After breakfast we’ll take a morning drive through rich agriculture country up to Chogoria town for lunch. Post-lunch, we’ll proceed to the edge of the bamboo forest and toward the gate where we’ll begin our hike! Tonight we sleep at Mount Kenya’s Banda’s campsite! Welcome to Mount Kenya! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 4: Banda’s Campsite to Lake Ellis Camp @ 11,335
Good morning! After breakfast and the sorting of porters loads we’ll set off up the mountain at an easy pace. This walk gives you a scenic view of Table Mountain, Ithanguni and Mugi Hill. We’ll get to our second camp by lunch, allowing you to rest, fish at Lake Ellis, or take a leisure stroll. Miles = 5.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 5: Lake Ellis Camp to Mintos Camp @ 13,780’
Today we leave the beaten path and follow a ridge up the mountain. En route to Mintos Camp, we’ll enjoy lunch with breathtaking view of Gorges Valley. The rest of the afternoon will be spent relaxing for the next day’s summit attempt of Point Lenana. Miles = 7.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 6: Mintos Camp to Point Lenana @ 17,022’ to Austrian Hut @ 15,715’
Today we summit high and sleep low, an excellent strategy for acclimatization! We’ll bgin the day predawn in order to summit Point Lanana by sunrise! Point Lanana is the most popular summit on the mountain since it’s the highest non-technical point! Congratulations on this worthy summit! Post-summit, we’ll descend down to Shipton camp for breakfast and a beautiful day of relaxation as we enjoy the magical scenery surrounding camp. This afternoon, our rock climbing guides will conduct an orientation for our upcoming technical climbs! Miles = 4.5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 7: Austrian Hut to Point John @15,607’
Let’s get technical training! Today we wake at 6:00am to head out to Point John to familiarize ourself with our rock and rock climbing gear! At the summit, we’ll enjoy views of the rugged mountain landscape. Post-summit, we’ll descend back to our hut to rest for tomorrow’s big day! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 8: Austrian Hut to Nelion Peak @17,021’ to Batian Peak at 17,057’
GOOD SUMMIT MORNING!!! Today is our big day and we must leave early for it! We’ll leave Austrian hut around 04:00am with our rock gear in hand as we head toward the base of South Face route where you will start your climb up Nelion before crossing over to Batian through the Gate of Mist. This will require 15-20 pitches of 5.6-5.8 climbing so make sure you train! The more you train, the more you’ll enjoy this summit! After a successful summit, we’ll descend back to Austrian Hut for late dinner and overnight. CONGRATULATIONS on summiting the highest mountain in Kenya! Miles = 5. Included Meals = B, L, & D. Accommodations = Tent.
Day 9: Austrian Hut to Met Station Camp to Nairobi @ 5,889’
Phew, our hard work is done! It’s all downhill from here! After breakfast, we leave Austrian hut and descend all the way down to Met Station Camp for lunch! After a hearty celebratory lunch, we’ll load up in our car and head to our hotel in Nairobi! Cheers to Mount Kenya and living seven full days on the mountain! Look at us living life to its fullest! Miles = 9.5. Included Meals = B & L. Accommodations = Hotel.
Day 10: Departure
After our final leisure morning in Kenya, you will be shuttled to the airport for your international flight home. It is recommended to arrive at the airport 2.5 hours before your flight. This is crazy bittersweet moment. PLEASE feel free to stay one extra day to explore Nairobi at your leisure; BE will be here. No need to rush home if you don’t need to. Cheers! Miles = 0. Included meals = Breakfast. Accommodations = None.
PRICE:
Mount Kenya = $3,790
Rental Gear = +$750
INCLUSIONS:
Airport transfers
All transportation in-country
Porter service on the climb
All climbing staff including mountain guides and local support staff
Three nights at a hotel in Nairobi: 2 pre-climb and 1 post-climb
Team welcome dinner
All meals while on the climb
All group gear on the climb (sleeping tents, dining supplies. and tents, toilette tents, first aid, etc.)
All park fees & permits
6-month training plan which can be found here.
EXCLUSIONS:
Round-trip airfare to/from airport
Kenya tourist visa @ $51 USD
Alcoholic or bottled beverages
Specialty coffee or espresso drinks
Guide Gratuities (10% is customary)
Trip cancelation insurance
Medical evacuation insurance
Any expenses incurred by early departure from the program
Personal items and equipment (see gear list and rental options below)
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of BELAY EXPEDITIONS.
GEAR LIST:
Your Mount Kenya Gear List can be found here! The comprehensive list will highlight everything you need to bring and everything that you can rent through BELAY EXPEDITIONS. Rental gear is shipped to your home address one month prior to the expedition in a box with a pre-paid return label. Gear Rentals can be included at checkout.
INSURANCE:
Medical evacuation insurance is required and trip cancellation insurance is recommended. Here are 4 options:
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance - They offer both medical and travel! 2-in-1
SPOT/Overwatch & Rescue - Belay uses a SPOT device which comes with medical evacuation insurance for $29. If you have a SPOT device or are planning on using one, this may be a good option!
Global + Rescue - Medical only.
AIG - Travel only.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
There are no refunds for the deposit or balance payments for this expedition. This includes but is not limited to, expeditions that conclude without reaching or making progress towards the summit due to route conditions, weather, insufficient manpower, or any other factor outside the control of BELAY EXPEDITIONS.
Expedition leader has the final say on the expedition conclusion and will make all best efforts towards reaching the summit within our margin of safety.
Participants that choose to leave an active expedition for any reason are not entitled to any refunds
Due to the nature and heavy costs of government and operator permits, BELAY EXPEDITIONS must adhere to a stringent refund policy
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER BOOKING:
After booking, expect monthly emails from BE to get you prepped for Mount Kenya! International travels require a bit of preparation and we help you accomplish those tasks one-by-one. Our emails talk about clothing, gear, visas, passports, vaccines, etc. We got your back off the mountain and on the mountain!
SEE YOU IN AFRICA!
