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Mountaineering Safaris in East Africa

Mountaineering Safaris in East Africa

From a day on Longonot's crater rim to the Roof of Africa.

East Africa's mountains are some of the most rewarding in the world, and most need no technical climbing — just fitness, the right pace and a good support team. We arrange guided climbs of Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya, Mount Meru, the Rwenzori Mountains, Mount Elgon and Rwanda's Virunga volcanoes, plus Mount Longonot as a day hike from Nairobi.

Every climb is led by licensed mountain guides with porters and a cook, on routes paced for acclimatisation. We match the mountain and route to your experience and the time you have, and can add a safari or beach stay once you are back down.

What we take care of

  • Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya and Mount Meru
  • The Rwenzori Mountains and Mount Elgon in Uganda
  • Mount Bisoke and Mount Karisimbi in Rwanda
  • Mount Longonot day hikes from Nairobi
  • Licensed guides, porters, cooks and park fees arranged
  • Kit hire and post-climb safari or beach extensions

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Frequently asked questions

Not for the trekking routes. They need good fitness and determination rather than technical skill. We will tell you honestly if a route involves ropes or glacier travel, as the Rwenzoris do.
Mount Longonot is a great first outing near Nairobi; Mount Kenya and Mount Meru make excellent acclimatisation climbs before Kilimanjaro.
The drier months, roughly January to early March and June to October, give the clearest skies and firmest trails.

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