Looking for a day dash to Mount Kenya? Look no further if you dare. Our Teleki-Mackinder Ultraverse will see you through the most challenging ascent up the famous Teleki Valley, Mackinders Camp, Lewis Tarn, Austrian Hut, Lewis Glacier, and lastly, point Lenana. You will then descend using the legendary Mackinder Valley down to Old Moses Camp.
Teleki Valley and the ascent past the ranger’s camp are notable challenges on this ascent, while weather also impacts the section between Mackinder Valley and the final river before you get to the junction of Likii North and Shipton’s Camp.
The hike starts at the Bandas at Met Station and quickly proceeds through the short bamboo and forest towards the moorlands. It then proceeds towards Teleki Valley and across the river to Mackinders Camp, which marks the first phase of this ascent. Past Mackinders camp, we proceed to the notoriously steep ascent towards Austrian Hut, which marks the second phase. The last phase will be up the rocky section via the iron cable towards Point Lenana.
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Teleki-Mackinder Ultraverse Stats
| Approximate Distance | 30 Km |
| Approximate Time | 11.5 Hours |
| Maximum Elevation | 16,354ft (at Point Lenana) |
| Difficulty | This hike needs someone who is either a gym bird or has done several over 25km hikes with at least 2 high-altitude hikes before. This must be supported by good physical health. |
Hike Essentials
| What to Wear | What to Carry |
| A hat or a baseball cap | At least 2L water (Use a refillable can. Disposable plastics are not allowed inside parks) |
| Well-treaded hiking boot | Electrolyte replenisher (Hydration mix, smoothies, crisps, nuts) |
| Hiking pants/summit pants | Rain poncho/raincoat |
| A windproof down jacket | Hiking stick |
| Sunscreen/petroleum jelly | Identification document |
| A light backpack with essentials | Change of clothes (weather changes are unexpected) |
| A head torch/lamp |
Ticket & Booking Teleki-Mackinder Ultraverse
| Residents (KES) | Non-Residents (USD) | |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Transport | 6,700 | 105 |
| Self-Drive | N/A | N/A |
| Booking | 4,000 | 85 |
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Trip Route
Nairobi-(via Thika Road)-Naro Moru
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