Ithangune Crater Hike
Ithangune Crater Hike2026sat29aug1:45 am11:00 pm
Location
Mount Kenya
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Event Details
Ithangune Crater Hike spans the highlands of Meru Kenya. Hosting Mount Kenya’s Largest Lake, Lake Alice, Ithangune Crater hike is a getaway for explorers and hikers to whom mountain views
Event Details
Ithangune Crater Hike spans the highlands of Meru Kenya. Hosting Mount Kenya’s Largest Lake, Lake Alice, Ithangune Crater hike is a getaway for explorers and hikers to whom mountain views mean something. This is a special hike that accommodates hikers who are not too experienced, since our departures here, like the Ithangune Hill hike, are for expert hikers.
This hike is a 12km climb of pure bliss from the scenic views of the main peaks of Mount Kenya to the landscapes below like Lake Rutundu, the Giant Billiard Table Mountain, and finally the aerial view of Lake Ithangune (Popularly known as Lake Alice). Most importantly, the Hike allows you to touch the waters of this lake.
Quick Summary
Departure time & location: 2:00 a.m., at Simba Street
Approximate hiking distance: 12km
Available hiking time: 9-10 hours
Maximum elevation gain: 588m
Highest elevation: 12760ft
Hike difficulty: This hike is for fit beginners and mid-level hikers, who have hiked above 3500m, to ensure you can handle the demanding terrain and elevation gain.
Knowing the mountain weather can change suddenly, proper gear and clothing are vital
We have a gear checklist here that provides the appropriate gear. Since mountain weather can change rapidly, be prepared to add or remove layers as needed for comfort and safety.
| What to wear | What to carry |
| A hat or a baseball cap | At least 2L of water |
| Sports attire | Electrolyte replenisher (Hydration mix, smoothies, crisps, nuts) |
| Hiking pants or shorts with tights | Rain poncho/raincoat |
| A windproof down jacket | Hiking stick |
| Well-treaded & comfortable shoe | Identification document |
| Sunscreen/petroleum jelly | Change of clothes (weather changes are unexpected) |
| Ready eyes for a scenery |
Ticket Includes
Your ticket covers transportation, park/conservation fees, guide(s), refill water, trip memoir, and support before, during, and after the event. Learn more inclusions here.
| East African Citizen (KES) | Kenyan Resident (KES) | African Citizen (USD) | Non-Resident (USD) | |
| Ticket | 7,500 | 8,100 | 75 | 105 |
| Booking | Pay Kes 2,000 to Buy Goods Till 3127069 |
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Trip Route
Nairobi-(via Thika Road)-Meru.
Inquiries and Updates
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