We had the best trekking experience we could’ve asked for. Jimmy, an excellent guide that took us to the summit right on time before sunset. Patrick, the chef, who prepared every delicious meal with such detail that we could feel like we were in s private restaurant. Eric who picked us up and returned to Nairobi treating us with so much care and Geniro, Boris and Douglas who help carrying our tent, sleeping bags, food and so much more, making us feel like 5-hotel stay. Experience itself was 10/10. We enjoyed the most unknown Kenyan landscape: forest, rivers, animals and waterfalls. The only con I would mention is the high comission that Hyrax Safari applies when paying for the booking. It’s hard to find a way to pay without this high fee. Would be easier if they had other payment methods.
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Day 1
1
You leave Nairobi at 8.30 am, transfer to Sirimon Park Gate (2,660m) the base of your Mt. Kenya. At Sirimon Gate, you will meet with your guides, porters, and chefs. Take lunch at the Sirimon Gate at around 12 noon. Begin the 9km trek to Old Moses (3300m). Have a stopover at Sirimon George to enjoy the views and take photographs. Have another break en route to hydrate and enjoy the spectacular views of Mt. Kenya. This trek takes approximately 3 hours. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Day 2
2
Have breakfast at Old Moses. Depart the camp at 0830 hrs for Shiptons (4200m). The trek is 14 km long and takes approximately 8 hours. Have en route lunch at a designated lunch point. Dinner and overnight at Shiptons Camp which overlooks the 3 majestic peaks Batian, Nelion, and Lenana.
Day 3
3
Depart the camp at 0300 hrs, navigate the stony terrain while ascending to point Lenana. Arrival at Lenana will be at 0630 hrs. This day will allow you to take photographs of the sunrise as you enjoy the breathtaking views. After summiting, you will descend to Shipton for breakfast. The trek to and from Peak Lenana to Shiptons is 5kms. Later descend to Old Moses with en-route lunch. The walk from Shiptons to Old Moses is 14 km. Arrival at Old Moses at approximately 1700 hrs. Dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp.
Day 4
4
Have breakfast at the camp at 0700 hrs and descend through the rainforest for approximately 2-3 hours. Arrive at Sirimon Gate, where you will meet your driver for a transfer to Nanyuki. Have lunch in Nanyuki and depart Nanyuki for Nairobi. Drop off at your hotel.
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We went on a 4-day trek, and everything was perfect. Food was delicious, tents were always ready, and the guides were helpful and adjusted the pace accordingly. The price was very affordable. I recommend this agency to anyone planning to climb Mount Kenya.
Hyrax Safaris organized a trek on Mt. Kenya for us. From our very first inquiry, communication with Roselyn was incredibly fast and professional. We had no problems adjusting the itinerary to our needs. We did a 4-day trek, starting at Sirimon Gate and finishing in Chogoria. Daniel was the leader of the support team — a very experienced guide who did an excellent job selecting the additional guides, chef, porters, and other members of the team. Everything went perfectly during the trek as well. The food prepared by Patrick was delicious and varied, and the equipment provided (tents, sleeping bags, and mattresses) was of very good quality. Thanks to such a great team, reaching an altitude of 3,985 meters above sea level was a real pleasure. Thank you very much, and we highly recommend Hyrax Safaris to anyone visiting Kenya — not only for trekking, but also for safaris.
First of all the job at the office was great, always answering all my questions and doubts, ready to fulfill my requests. Than the adventure begins and let me tell you, Daniel was our main guide and he was amazing, like all the troupe, second guide, porters and chef. There are no words to describe their love for the mountain, their knowledge of the filed and animals, their patience and support with us, always ready to help us in every way possible.. it’s not easy but they made easier for sure!
My climb of Mount Kenya with Hyrax Safaris went very well. Communication before the trip was smooth and everything worked as agreed. Our guide Kelvn managed the schedule carefully and made sure we acclimatized properly. We reached Point Lenana at sunrise as planned. The arrangements, food, and logistics worked throughout the trek. I felt safe and well supported, and the trip matched what was promised. I would recommend Hyrax Safaris for a Mount Kenya climb.
I did the mount kenya in 4 days and It was definitely the best experience of my life. Samy, Patrick, and John did the three-day hike with me and were incredible!! They took such good care of me, making sure I had everything I needed! Especially Patrick, who cooked me three excellent meals a day. I will never forget it. Thank you again!!!
We went on a 7-day trip with Hirax Safari, starting with a trekking adventure on Mt. Kenya followed by visits to three amazing safari parks. Everything was absolutely fantastic – very well organized, professional, and with a warm, friendly atmosphere. We highly recommend Hirax Safari to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience in Africa!
An Absolutely Wonderful Experience with Hyrax! Thank you Stella, Daniel, Daniel, Douglas, John, Kim, Lalos, Patrick, Sam, Sam!!! We did a 4-day hike on Mt. Kenya with Hyrax, and it was absolutely wonderful! The guides, cook, and porters were all fantastic — incredibly knowledgeable, accommodating, and engaging. They made the entire trip such a joy from start to finish. The company was easy to contact, well-organised, and truly professional. Everything ran smoothly, and we always felt well cared for. It was a wonderful experience all around, and we thoroughly recommend Hyrax to anyone looking for a local, reliable, and friendly team for their Mt. Kenya adventure. Bronwyn Woollamia, Australia
The kindness and professionalism of the guides, cooks, and porters was amazing. My hike would not have been possible without them. I am extremely grateful to them.
We hiked Mt Kenya over 4 days. The whole experience was such a good adventure. The guides and porters were all so friendly and went out of their way to make sure you had a good time. Our main guide Dan was really helpful and generous. There were other hikers and groups around on the mountain but it didnt feel too busy which can take away from the sense of remotness and adventure. As I mentioned we hiked it over 4 days, I would suggest doing it over 5 days to help with the acclimatisation as we definitely felt it. Hyrax were a great company, Irene always responded prompting to our emails and answered all questions. They also dropped us to the airport at the end of the trip which we hadn't expected. Thank you for an amazing experience and looking after us so well!
I really enjoyed my time climbing my Kenya with hyrax safaris. My guide Daniel was a solid guide. Super fit and knowledgeable about the terrain/landscapes and nature. He would point out the different species of plant and animals, encourage us and always keep an eye out for us when we were climbing. His climbing experience is second to none. Our second guide, Sam, is also an experienced climber, having climbed mt Kenya and Kilimanjaro countless times. I really enjoyed hearing his stories and learning Swahili from him while climbing. 100% recommend. Go with hyrax and you won’t regret!
We did the 4 day 3 night hiking tour of mount kenya and frankly it was spectacular. We had a private tour but was supported by a team of 5. We had everything we could need in the tour in terms of camping equipment, food and even porters helping you share the load. The hike itself is spectacular and I couldn’t recommend hydrax enough if you thinking of a Mount Kenya hike. The team are super friendly and made the whole experience stress free.
I am so glad to have booked my Mount Kenya hike through Hyrax Safaris. Emmah gave me plenty of information and was always quick to respond. The team, which consisted of Daniel, Kim, Douglas, John, and Morris, looked after us amazingly the whole time and made the experience unforgettable. The memories created will be with me for a lifetime and it wouldn't have been possible without Hyrax Safaris.
I did the Mount Kenya 4 day hiking trip with Hyrax safaris. My guide Daniel was excellent and the hike was really enjoyable. I had a great time and always felt we were being looked after by Daniel and the rest of the team. The views were excellent and scenery was well worth the trip.
They took care of everything! From transportation, food, lodging, and more! Made a once in a lifetime experience even more memorable!
I had such a great experience with the tour, I was travelling alone and I always felt safe, as they always helped me resolve all issues. The safari was great, and we saw all the big 5 animals. I was with the guide Moises, and he was great
Loved it! Guides Sam, Patrick and Charles were great and experience was awesome! We reached the summit! Would recommend it to anyone.
I had a great time with my guide in mount Kenya. Organisation, food, weather was excellent. I would always book again here.
I had an incredible experience trekking up Mount Kenya, thanks to Hyrax Safaris and their amazing team of guides. The guides, Sam, Patrick, and Simon were exceptional in every way, providing expert guidance and knowledge throughout the journey. Sam's organizational skills ensured our safety and comfort, while Patrick's delicious and nutritious meals kept our energy levels up. Simon's friendly demeanor and willingness to help with anything needed made him an invaluable member of the team and also carried an unbelievable amount of weight up the mountain. Rose and Daniel from Hyrax Safaris were fantastic in their general logistics, making transportation to and from the mountain a breeze. They also provided great customer service throughout the booking process. I would highly recommend Hyrax Safaris and their team for anyone looking for an unforgettable trekking experience up Mount Kenya.
Me and some friends did the four day mount Kenya trip. Roseline at head office is very organised, and easy to communicate with on WhatsApp. Our guide Daniel was excellent. He was professional but also very friendly and was great company on our expedition. Daniel had been up mount Kenya countless times, and knew how to help me deal with some small altitude sickness. Included in our payment was 8 porters carrying our tents and large bags, and three cooked meals a day by a chef. Always has access to plenty of water. We knew we had chosen a budget trip, so we were very surprised with how amazingly we were treated! Highly recommend to anyone wanting to climb mount Kenya. Amazing experience.
As a three we climbed Mt Kenya up to point Lenana. We had Daniel as our guide and 8 other porters. We had never done altitude climbing and loved the whole experience. Daniel is a great guide with lots of experience and humour, throughout the whole climb he was on top form. The porters were also very good and fun. One part of the trip that surprised us was how amazing the food was, breakfast lunch and dinner were all filling and really tasty. Snacks were also provided as well. I would recommend Hyrax, Daniel and all the porters to any traveller wanting to climb mount Kenya. Special mention to: Juma and Sam, who were especially good.
We actually did the 5 day trekking Chogoria up - Sirimon down, would recommend this route for more variety. Unless you are in great condition or/and have experience in high altitude trekking, I would recommend the 5 day trek to be able to enjoy it completely. Our guide, Daniel was fantastic and the whole team was super, we had amazing food during the whole trek and everybody was very helpful, the team did a great job looking after us by all means. The views and the landscape are truly amazing, it is definitely worth the trek!
We had a private photo safari in Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru. The tour operator Rosalie was very accommodating and when we had to delay our trip by a day due to covid testing, she rebooked us for the next day and she didn’t charge us extra. She also arranged the pcr testing for our departure from NBO airport by making sure there was a doctor to test us at Lake Nakuru, so we wouldn’t have to return to Nairobi a day early. Peter, our driver and spotter did a great job driving us everywhere, and even though some of the terrain was very challenging, especially after heavy rains, he navigated us perfectly en safely around the immensely beautiful park in his indestructible Toyota 4x4. We saw so many animals, and as a wildlife photographer I managed to capture so many amazing shots of almost every animal. I highly recommend Hyrax , and I will definitely book them again.
Mount Kenya was absolutely stunning and we were looked after so well by all of the porters, our chef Patrick, and our fabulous guides Ben and Kim. Definitely recommend this company as they made our experience so special.
Our thanks to the entire Hyrax team. Me and my daughter did the 4-day trekking and in the end we considered our family the guide, loader, cook, Mary and the guide. Besides all the rewarding experience of climbing the Lenana Point, this team made everything much better by helping us. Our hearts are filled with happiness.
Journey alone to do the Trekking, the spectacular team Daniel as guide took the acclimatization slips and explained every detail, porters Dani, Sami and George in the kitchen took care of every detail the exquisite meals. I felt very cared for and safe at all times. Recommended
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