Reviews

  Our trek to Point Lenana was one of the highlights of our trip to Kenya! It's a must-do for adventure seekers, and I highly recommend hiking with Go To Mount... read more Kenya Climbing. Zachary was a GREAT guide - he was so knowledgeable about the mountain, kept us safe in some tricky parts and helped us pace ourselves to make sure we reached the top and had fun while doing it. Our team of porters (Isaac, Stephen and James) were so kind and fun, and chef Liwel cooked up amazing food every day on the mountain. From the start, Evans made sure we were fully prepared and knew what to expect, which made packing and booking our trip a breeze. The hike is definitely not for beginners, but with this team to guide you it'll be an amazing journey!

  I cannot recommend Go to Mount Kenya Climbing enough. The service was excellent from the moment I landed in Nairobi. The driver, Simon, made me feel at home instantly and... read more the three hour drive flew by. Samson and his team were excellent guides and I don’t think the experience would have been nearly as fun without them. Don’t hesitate to contact this company if you have questions or would like to customize your trip. …

  I have just returned from a 5 day trek to Mt Kenya with the Go To Mount Kenya team. I had the most incredible time and couldn’t thank everyone involved... read more enough. Initially I dealt with Evans, he was very quick to respond to questions and...More

  I just finished a 5 day/4 night climb up Mount Kenya with Go To Mount Kenya via the Chogoria Route and down the Sirimon Route. I had a team of... read more three - Samson, Daniel and Jimmy - with me to help me reach the summit. The team were amazing and I don’t think I would have been able to make it to the summit without them. Nothing was out the question and if I needed anything at all they would provide it. I was served amazing quality food every day by Daniel and ate like a king, which really helped with the long days of walking. It also helped knowing I had Jimmy to help carry all my supplies and he was always at the next camp with my tent set up and bag there waiting for when I arrived. Samson was an amazing guide, making sure I got to see everything Mount Kenya had to offer, from beautiful waterfalls to scenic lakes and much more. He also really made sure I was safe on some more of the precarious parts of the climb and made sure we got up to the summit to watch the sun rise. Overall the team were incredible and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. 10/10 would recommend this climb and especially Go To Mount Kenya with the team of Samson, Daniel and Jimmy! …

  We had a great time with Go To Mount Kenya agency to visit Mt Kenya last month. First of all, the communication and planning ahead of our trip was... read more very structured, yet flexible to accommodate our further agenda. Together with Evans, the manager of the agency, we designed a 5 day program, starting in Chogoria via the Chogoria route to reach Point Lenana and then via the Sirimon route to go back. A few thoughts: On the route: We can definitely recommend the Chogoria route, which offers an amazing scenery and allows you to visit several lakes and a waterfall. Also we liked the terrain more to climb than the one we saw in Sirimon. On the difficulty: Both of us are in relatively good shape so the physical difficulty was ok, as the first days you most of the time hike no more than 3-6 hours. The 4th day, going to the summit, was a long and harder day, but should be feasible for all in good shape. It really helped to hike with an experienced guide to pace yourself and get used to the altitude (as we are no experienced mountaineers). Bear in mind that because of the altitude & temperatures, your sleep is not perfect, which you will feel after a few days of less-quality sleep. On the organization, guides & staff: The organization of Go To Mount Kwas simply amazing. Simon was our driver that offered a comfortable ride to Chogoria. We had Zachary as a guide which helped us to pace ourselves and get used to the heights. He knew exactly when to share a bit more information on vegetation, the landmarks and some other interesting facts. Absolutely not too pushy and respecting your personal conversation you would have. Daniel as our Chef and Steven, Isaac & Eric as our porters offered our each day a 5* experience with varied, tasty & nutritious meals (3 per day + snack + tea/coffee). We did not pack any snacks (which we would recommend though)never felt hungry. The full team is really supportive with any questions you may have and water is available. All in all we can really recommend Go-To-Mount Kenya !!

  We would highly recommend booking with Go To Mount Kenya. They came recommended by our friend who lives locally and we were so glad they did. I can... read more echo the high praise of the other reviews. Communication from the very beginning was excellent – especially...More

  Highly recommend GoToMountKenya and the team of Paul, Daniel, Stephen, and crew. Did the Chogoria to Sirimon route in 3 days and the food, information, communication and accommodations were perfect!... read more Some tips: bring a headlamp, water germicidal tablets, water flavoring, layers (not heavy clothes) due...More

  We returned last week from a six day hike up Mount Kenya with GTMK. The entire exercise was very well planned and executed, from our initial contact with Evans to... read more Simon’s dropping us off back in Nairobi. The team on the mountain was excellent: friendly,...More

  Personal note, I have travelled to climb big mountains before, but chose to go with a local guide service this time, rather than a western guide. I went to... read more Mount Kenya solo Aug/Sep of 2021 with Go To Mount Kenya. My plan was to climb Batian by the North Face Route. When I was delayed by fickle air traffic, I notified them of my one-day delay, which they accommodated without hesitation. I was picked up at my Nairobi hotel on a Saturday morning and returned there the following Friday evening. I took their "package". This included a driver, a trip guide, a climbing guide, a cook and two porters. This entourage was more of an indulgence than I am used to. In the city and in the car, all wore masks, but when spread out on the trail, the masks came off. They have an itinerary which allows for gradual acclimatization over several days - I had no altitude problems. They tried to accommodate my diet (vegetarian), but included some foods I ordinarily do not eat (eggs, cheese). They kept an eye on me to make sure I was safe and not over-extended. I topped Point Lenana and perhaps higher on my climb. While I felt myself pampered - personal tent, wash water before meals, afternoon tea, meals served on a tablecloth with metal cutlery, and carrying most of my gear - I would not say the luxury rose to the level of "glamping", which you might get on a safari. I ate as much as I wanted, and was embarrassed at times by the volume of food offered to me. The food was delicious and there was fresh fruit at most meals, carried in by the porters. I learned a good deal - history, botany, Swahili, zoology - primarily from my guide. English is an official language in Kenya, but I had trouble understanding the English of most Kenyans, except my guide who spoke a more westernized English. Although this was dry season, mountains make their own weather, and there were afternoon storms most days, which rained, sleeted and snowed on us. I can hire Go To Mount Kenya, but I cannot hire the weather. As a result, my rock climb to the summit was turned back due to snow at higher altitudes. The climbing guide kept me safe all the way up and back down again (15-20 rappels). As a result, I set a personal record for climbing at altitude. I had the chance to meet other trekkers and climbers at Shipton's Camp. My impression was that I was better cared-for than those who had hired other companies. On the way out, my guide found a Covid testing service, which met us on the road back to Nairobi. I had the Covid test results a day later, before my flight back. This was well above my expectations. Would I go again? Yes (there is still that summit . . .). Would I hire Go To Mount Kenya again? Yes. Expect to be well treated. Don't expect to get the experience you might get from a western guiding company. Footnote: read up on tipping before you go. It is part of the cost of service.

  Amazing trip with “go to mount Kenya”. Booking through Evans was seamless and the team on the ground sensational . Highly recommended

  We had a great trip to point Lenana with our guides Zacahry and Paul. They were knowledgeable about the routes and the local flora and fauna. We enjoyed chatting with... read more them thoughout the hike, but they also gave use space and privacy to ejoy the walk on our own. Zachary set a great pace for the walk and was patient and encouraging when we were getting tired. Hiking Mt. Kenya is was an amazing experience and they were great people to take us.

  Let these guys take you to Mt Kenya!!! This is an excellent, all-Kenyan operation. I’ve been on lots of safaris and lots of guided climbing trips- this was the best... read more run because they listen to you as a person, not as baggage to drag up the mountain. From the driver, Simon, who was careful and considerate, to the orientation, the main guide Zachary, was amazing without being a babysitter, the cook, and the porter were perfect, too- again, they listened to what I wanted rather than try to do a one-size-fits-all program every day. This was well done from start to finish. Clear, very fast email communication, no pressure to rent gear that you won’t need, and a great value overall. Independent travelers on a budget should stop looking for a Mt Kenya guiding company- you’ve found it! …

  My wife and I booked the 5 day Chogoria - Sirimon trek at Go To Mount Kenya. The service and especially the quick and clear response from Evans was excellent... read more and very professional. The tour we could enjoy with a perfect responsible team of porters...More

  I have only positive things to say about Gotomountkenya. They replied to all of our e-mails/questions always very promptly before the trip. We had an amazing team hiking for those... read more 5 days with Paul, David, and Samson, Daniel and Benson, the porters, all helping in every way they could, and even beyond, doing everything to make our life easier and having us spending a good time (it was my birthday during the trek and they even manage to cook a surprise cake !!!!!). They really contributed to make this expérience magical. Will definitely recommend them to anyone wanting to do Mount Kenya.

  Thanks a lot for the fantastic organization. You and your team provided for us 2 ½ weeks in Kenya, which we will never forget in our lifetime. The first... read more part at Mount Kenya was so good. The climbs at Midget Peak and Point John as...More

  Go To Mount Kenya was recommended by a friend and I can see why. From my initial enquiry, Evans was extremely responsive and accommodating, I'm just sorry I didn't actually... read more meet him. But I had the A team looking after me on the mountain -...More

  I planned to reach the Batian since December 2018 with my kid who just turned 17 on May. We are technically quite experienced in the Dolomites, therefore I needed to... read more select a proper professional team to introduce us to Africa, we had just a limited...More

  My partner and I booked with Go To Mount Kenya after it was recommended by a friend. I had originally hoped to do Mt Kilimanjaro but am now glad we... read more chose Mt Kenya as it is much less crowded, has some stunning views, is more...More

  We had a fabulous hike across Mount Kenya and up to Lenana Point with Go To Mount Kenya. From the start Evans was very helpful and responsive. He proposed a... read more perfect route - Buruget route up and Chogoria down over 7 days - that suited...More

  Unforgettable experience to walk the Mount Kenya climb. Beautiful nature, amazing sunrises and a good portion of adventure. Thanks a lot to our guide, cook and porters. Paul, David, Steffen,... read more Benson and Enrico: you were amazing. Do not underestimate the cold weather on higher altitudes.

  We had an overall excellent experience. The pickup from hotel back to our hotel. Simon our driver maneuvers us in the busy Nairobi traffic. Zacharia our guide that got us... read more ip and down the mountain safe David that kept us fed all the time. We...More

  Had a great trip up to Mt Kenya with our guide Zachary, cook David and porters Jimmy, Paul, and Samson! Organization was very good and the crew did... read more their utmost to ensure a great experience. Planning and communication was very good. The food also was great, we kept being amazed by how they manage to carry ánd prepare breakfasts, lunches and three course diners for 4 days, next to carrying our bags, setting up our tent and helping out before we even thought about asking for help. The hike itself was beautiful and a bit tough, especially the summit day, but Zachary guided us very well, adjusting his pace where needed.

  I am a tour guide and I don't usually book guided tours because I tend to be working all the time. It is not easy to have me as a... read more client. I am demanding. Saying this, I must say I was really happy with the...More

  My friend and I used Go To Mount Kenya to arrange our trek and base camp support for a technical rock climbing ascent of the standard north face route on... read more Batian, the true highest summit of Mount Kenya. We had an excellent experience from my...More

  We climbed Mt. Kenya point Nelion in the toughest day of my life. First half of the wall was climbed in 2 hours, rocks were still dry. Then snowfall started... read more and it became nightmare. It took us 4 more hours in heavy snow to get...More

  I have this thing about great trips, trips that have a cauldron of stories, laughs, special moments, anything and everything. And hanging over the cauldron are all those amazing people... read more who make sure it all works, who react calmly, are knowledgeable, conversational, people you want...More

  Excellent experience! Emails answered quickly by Evans; everything done on time by the whole competent team, lots of good, fresh food, dedicated attention, lots of interesting informations on tour about... read more Kenya and the mountains from Paul our guide, David the cook, our porters Eric, Stephen,...More

  We had a great experience trekking Mount Kenya thanks to the team at Go To Mount Kenya, including Evans who helped us sort out all the trip details beforehand, our... read more guide Zachary was knowledgeable and brilliant on the mountain as well as the chef David...More

  Confident payment in advance; lots of emails answered quickly; everything done on time; competent team, lots of food, security during rock climbing, dedicated attention... etc... etc... I think these things... read more help me to describe the competent efforts of Evans from "Go To Mount Kenya" company...More

  I’m just back from a fantastic few days on Mount Kenya, organised and executed with complete professionalism by the fabulous Go To Mount Kenya, whom I can’t recommend highly enough!... read more My team were amazing: my guide Paul, cook David and porter Stephen looked after me...More