Hike, Cycle, Raft & Safari Through Kenya
Discover Kenya on an unforgettable 9-day adventure combining mountain trekking, scenic cycling, wildlife safaris and exhilarating white-water rafting.
Our expedition begins with a five-day trek through Mount Kenya’s diverse landscapes, culminating in a sunrise summit of Point Lenana (4,985 m). From here, we swap our hiking boots for bikes, cycling through the Kenyan countryside and enjoying two wildlife game drives in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, including a night camping inside the reserve. We finish our adventure with an exhilarating half-day of white-water rafting on the Tana River.
With experienced Kenyan guides, a dedicated expedition doctor and comprehensive pre-departure support from Earth’s Edge, you’ll have an expert team behind you every step of the way.
Combining a challenging high-altitude summit with an incredible variety of experiences, this expedition offers a fantastic opportunity to explore Kenya beyond the traditional safari.
Your Kenya Tri-Adventure Experience
1. Summit Mount Kenya’s Point Lenana | 4,985 m | 5 Days | 66 km
Our five-day trek takes us to the summit of Point Lenana (4,985 m), one of the trekking summits of Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest mountain.
The 66 km route winds through bamboo forests and rainforest rich with wildlife, including elephants, buffalo and monkeys, before climbing into spectacular alpine landscapes where we may spot the tiny rock hyrax, a close living relative of the elephant.
Along the way, we’ll experience dramatic valleys, mountain lakes and breathtaking views of Mount Kenya’s rugged peaks, before making our final ascent in the early hours of the morning to reach Point Lenana for sunrise.
2. Cycle Through the Kenyan Countryside | 2 Days | 106 km
Spend two days cycling a total of 106 km along quiet dirt roads, with enjoyable downhill sections and some challenging climbs.
Along the way, take in stunning views, pass through rural villages and experience the Kenyan countryside, with vehicle support available throughout.
3. Wildlife Safari | 2 Game Drives | Overnight in the Reserve
Enjoy two unforgettable game drives in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to elephants, rhinos, lions, giraffes and other incredible wildlife.
We’ll spend a night camping inside the reserve, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.
Our adventure also includes a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, which provides a safe home for rescued chimpanzees.
4. White-Water Rafting on the Tana River | Half-Day | 16 km
The Tana River, Kenya’s longest at 1,000 km, offers an exhilarating white-water rafting experience.
We’ll tackle a 16 km stretch of rapids, including the famous “Can of Worms”, a series of four sharp bends in quick succession.
Led by experienced rafting instructors, we’ll navigate the river while enjoying views of lush fig and palm forests, with abundant birdlife and monkeys along the banks.
It’s the perfect adrenaline-filled finale to an incredible week of adventure!
Want to see what the experience is really like? Watch our Kenya Tri-Adventure vlog!
Kenya Tri-Adventure Expedition Costs & What’s Included
The total expedition price is shown above.
Just pay a €399 deposit to secure your place. A part-payment of €1,000 is due six months before departure, with the remaining balance due three months before departure.
You can choose to pay the balance in instalments or in full.
Before You Go
- Pre-departure training weekend in Wicklow, Ireland
- An Earth’s Edge team jacket, buff and cap for you to keep
- Ongoing pre-departure support from the Earth’s Edge team
- Advice on training, equipment and preparing for altitude
In Kenya
- Highly experienced Kenyan expedition guide and mountain guiding team
- Dedicated Earth’s Edge expedition doctor
- Full local support team, including assistant guides, cooks and porters
- Group equipment, including tents, sleeping mats, and cooking equipment
- Bikes and helmets for the cycling sections
- Experienced rafting instructors and necessary rafting equipment
- All accommodation throughout the expedition based on twin sharing
- All meals and drinking water throughout the itinerary
- National park and conservancy entry fees
- Two safari game drives in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Visit to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary
- Celebratory dinner at the end of the expedition
- All planned group transport throughout the trip
- Complimentary airport transfers aligned with our recommended flights
- Fully stocked expedition medical kit
Flights
Flights to Kenya are not included in the expedition price.
Approximately 10 months before departure, we’ll share recommended flight timings that connect with our complimentary group airport transfers.
If you’re considering alternative flights or travelling from outside Ireland, please contact us before booking so we can advise on suitable arrival and departure times.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Kenya, 3 hrs driving.
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Arrive in Nairobi airport and transfer to the beautiful Tana River camp. Relax for the afternoon followed by an expedition brief in the evening.
Day 2
Chogoria (2200m) to Chogoria Gate Camp (2950m), 5 hrs trekking
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Drive to Chogoria to meet our porters for the start of our Mt Kenya hike. Enter the forest at 2,200m and trek for five hours till we reach the Chogoria Gate Camp.
Day 3
Chogoria Gate Camp to Lake Ellis (3500m), 8 hrs trekking.
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Today’s route sees us emerge from the rainforest to reach our campsite at Lake Ellis. Along the way, we take in a valley of amazing waterfalls and steep landscapes.
Day 4
Lake Ellis to Mintos Hut (4200m), 7 hrs trekking.
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Enjoy stunning views of Mt Kenya's jagged peaks on the trek to the Mintos hut campsite. We enjoy a relaxed afternoon in preparation for tomorrow’s summit day. Overnight camp.
Day 5
Summit Day (4,985m)! 14-16 hrs trekking
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The toughest day on the expedition. We trek from Mintos to Mt Kenya's Lenana Peak (4,985m), our summit destination! We then make our way down to Shipton's camp for a rest before continuing to Old Moses Camp.
Day 6
Old Moses Camp to Ol Pejeta Game Reserve, 2 hrs trekking & 6 hrs biking (50km)
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Descend for two hours to Sirimoni Gate, where our bikes await. The cycle is mostly downhill or flat and we arrive at our campsite inside the reserve in the afternoon. We head out on an evening safari, with opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes and lions. Our campsite is located inside the game reserve so we go to bed listening to the sounds of the African wilderness around us.
Day 7
Ol Pejeta Conservancy to the Tana River, 6 hrs biking (56km).
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After an early morning game drive and visit to a Chimpanzee sanctuary, we cycle for 56km along rural roads. When we meet the main road, we transfer the last 40km by minibus back to the Tana River Camp.
Day 8
Tana River, 4 hrs rafting
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After a briefing from our experienced instructor, we start our rafting adventure with some gentler rapids and then finish with some exciting class IV drops. Celebration meal in the evening.
Day 9
Tana River to Nairobi.
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We enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to the airport in Nairobi where the expedition ends.
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Why Choose Earth's Edge?
Adventure changes lives. At Earth’s Edge, we believe how you travel matters just as much as reaching your goal. We combine safety, community, and adventure to deliver truly life-changing experiences.
Our approach is built around preparation, expert support, responsible travel and a strong sense of community. From the first briefing to summit day, we are with you every step of the way.
When you travel with us, you'll benefit from:
Dedicated Expedition Doctor
Every Kenya Tri-Adventure is supported by one of our dedicated expedition doctor. This is a bedrock of our service and our safety standards, giving the group an additional level of medical support throughout the expedition.
Pre-Departure Training Weekend in Wicklow, Ireland
Our complimentary training weekends are designed to build confidence and community, offering expert advice on training, packing, pacing, and what to expect on your adventure. It includes one training hike and one training cycle. You arrive in Kenya prepared, informed, confident and ready to go!
Small Group Adventures
We cap our Kenya Tri-Adventure groups at 16 people, allowing for a more personal experience and strong support from the guiding and medical team.
And you don’t need to know anyone before joining. Many Earth’s Edge clients travel on their own, and the shared experience of climbing together quickly creates a strong sense of team. For many people the team becomes one of the highlights of the trip.
Earth's Edge Kit Included
Receive your very own Earth's Edge jacket, buff and cap to keep for adventures both at home and abroad!
Responsible Travel
Earth's Edge is a Certified B Corp and currently the highest-scoring B Corp in Ireland. We're committed to responsible travel, fair treatment and wages for local staff and reducing the impact of our expeditions on the places we visit.
Preparing for Your Kenya Tri-Adventure
How Difficult Is the Kenya Tri-Adventure?
We've classified Kenya Tri-Adventure as a Level 4 expedition, meaning a good level of fitness and preparation are required.
This is a varied, physically demanding adventure involving five days of trekking, two days of cycling and a half-day of white-water rafting.
The most challenging section is the Mount Kenya trek, particularly summit day, which involves an early start, significant altitude and a long descent.
The cycling includes a combination of downhill sections, quiet rural roads and some challenging climbs, while rafting provides an exciting change of pace at the end of the expedition.
Our experienced local team will support you throughout, but it's important to arrive physically prepared and comfortable with the demands of a multi-activity adventure.
How Fit Do I Need to Be?
You should have a good level of cardiovascular fitness, strength and endurance before joining this expedition.
We recommend building up your fitness through regular hillwalking, cycling and other cardiovascular exercise, gradually increasing the duration and intensity of your training.
Being comfortable spending several hours on your feet over consecutive days is particularly important, as is preparing for the long summit day on Mount Kenya.
Some cycling training is also strongly recommended, particularly if you haven't spent much time cycling on uneven terrain.
Our pre-departure training weekend is a great opportunity to assess your preparation, ask questions and receive advice from experienced guides.
Do I Need Previous Trekking, Cycling or Rafting Experience?
You don't need to be an experienced mountaineer or an expert in all three activities to enjoy Kenya Tri-Adventure.
However, previous hillwalking experience is strongly recommended, and you should be comfortable riding a bicycle. The cycling takes place on a mixture of dirt roads and rough rural terrain, so practising on similar surfaces before departure will help you feel more comfortable.
For rafting, our experienced instructors will provide a safety briefing and guidance before we enter the water.
If you're unsure whether your experience or fitness is suitable, our team is happy to discuss the expedition with you before booking.
What About the Altitude on Mount Kenya?
Our highest point is Point Lenana at 4,985 m above sea level. At this altitude, the reduced availability of oxygen can affect anyone, regardless of their age or fitness level.
Our itinerary involves progressively gaining altitude over several days, allowing time to adjust as we make our way towards the summit.
You'll be supported by experienced mountain guides and a dedicated expedition doctor, who will monitor the group's wellbeing and provide medical advice throughout the expedition.
It's important to remember that altitude sickness can affect even very fit and experienced trekkers, so listening to your body and following the guidance of the expedition team is essential.
Best Time to Visit Kenya
We travel to Kenya during the summer and autumn months, when conditions can provide great opportunities for trekking, cycling and wildlife viewing.
Kenya's varied landscapes mean that temperatures can differ significantly throughout the expedition. Lower elevations can be warm, while conditions high on Mount Kenya can be extremely cold, particularly overnight and during our early-morning summit attempt.
You should be prepared for a wide range of temperatures, including possible freezing conditions on the mountain, along with rain, wind and strong sunshine. Our equipment list will help you prepare for the different conditions and activities.
Discover More About Kenya Tri-Adventure
Watch Our Kenya Tri-Adventure Vlog
See what the experience is really like, from trekking on Mount Kenya to cycling through the countryside, wildlife safaris and rafting on the Tana River.
Read Our Kenya Tri-Adventure Blog
Get inspired by first-hand expedition stories, practical advice and highlights from Earth's Edge manager Joannda's own experience.
