Mount Kenya

The inside of the coral reef reflecting the moon light

This photo was taken before the era of digital cameras and smartphones, using a film camera. While the quality may not match what we’re used to from today’s phone cameras, it still beautifully captures the Sirimon route up Mount Kenya. It’s a reminder of an unforgettable experience, especially for those who have yet to conquer this majestic peak.

Looking up and the ever changing sky is revealing the peaks of this mighty mountain.

The most commonly climbed peak on Mount Kenya is Point Lenana, standing at 4,985 meters. Unlike Batian and Nelion, reaching Point Lenana does not require technical climbing, making it a more accessible option for many hikers.

Mount Kenya itself is an ancient stratovolcano that has undergone significant erosion over millions of years.

The current peaks of Mount Kenya, such as Batian, Nelion, and Point Lenana, are actually the remnants of the central plug of the volcano, which solidified within the volcanic vent.

Like flying in open cockpit with all the clouds moving over the mountain.

Mount Kenya’s weather showcased its unpredictable nature as we descended toward the nearby Lake Michaelson. The morning sun, which had briefly warmed our bodies, slipped behind some dark clouds, leaving us cold and wet on the rugged mountain.

The ever-changing scenery of the landscape added an air of adventure to our descent. One moment, the trail ahead gleamed under brilliant sunlight, illuminating the rugged terrain and casting sharp shadows on mountain. The next, a dense mist rolled in, obscuring our view and wrapping us in a cold embrace.

Undeterred by the shifting weather, we pressed on, each step drawing us closer to the shores of Lake Michaelson. Just as we approached, the clouds parted briefly, revealing the lake’s waters mirroring the jagged peaks and cliffs that surrounded it.

This fleeting glimpse of Lake Michaelson’s beauty, set against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Kenya’s, was a validation to the mountain’s enduring magic.

Traversing the valleys up the Chogoria Route on scenic Mt Kenya. Mt Kenya has its own weather system and during a ascent it is quite unpredictable how it will pan out.

On the way up the Sirimon route on the striking Mount Kenya on a late February day

In the Mount Kenya rain forest you can find trees dating back many centuries. The bark of the tree tells a story of long time ago when the mountain was ruled by large elephant and Buffalo herds.

Warm morning at the Galana river, elephant in the water with the Yatta plateau as a magnificent backdrop. 

A hidden gem often overlooked by visitors to Kenya is the ancient volcano of Mount Kenya. Alpine desert, rain forest, magnificent vistas it’s all there for the more adventurous traveler. 

Ascending on the Naro Moru route while the clouds are drifting around us. Like being in an airplane. 

Down stream from the area where you normally see the majority of the crossings for wildebeests/zebras the Mara river bends and hits a series of rapids. Most of the drowned animals will likely wash up in this area. This is where the Marabou Storks and Vultures congregate during the migration. Plenty of meat to dig into. 

Danish Rhino Charge team. Major delay as we managed to flip the car in a dry river bed. 

The hardy survivor, the wildebeest. It looks as easy prey but in fact has a toughness that defies its look, more like “tough as nails”

On the way up the Naromuru route to point Lenana, Batian and Nelion on the left and further up the Lewis Glacier will come into view.