Nairobi's trusted mountain guides since 2009

Summit Africa.
Walk with the Maasai.
Sleep under the wildest skies.

We lead travellers up Mount Kenya, Kilimanjaro and the Loita Hills — and across the wilds of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda. Real guides, honest USD pricing, and a crew that treats you like family.

25 trees per booking Safety-first crews Local expertise

Our Services

Everything handled, from touchdown to summit

One team. One point of contact. Every logistical detail covered so you can focus on the climb, the wildlife, and the memories.

Airport pickup & drop-off

Met at JKIA or Kilimanjaro International by a named driver — no queues, no confusion, no waiting.

Hotel & lodge booking

Hand-picked camps, bandas, and safari lodges booked on your behalf — from budget huts to tented luxury.

Domestic flights & trains

Nairobi-to-Mara flights, Madaraka Express to Mombasa, and bush connections coordinated for you.

Private ground transfers

Door-to-door 4x4 and minivan transfers between airports, hotels, trailheads, and park gates.

Why travel with us

The difference is in the crew

We are a Nairobi team that has guided these mountains and plains for over 17 years. Here is what that means for you.

Local Expertise

Born and raised on these mountains, our guides know every route, weather pattern and hidden camp.

Tailor-Made Adventures

Every itinerary is shaped around your fitness, dates and budget — never a copy-paste package.

Safety First

Trained wilderness first responders, pulse oximeters on every climb and evacuation plans on standby.

Diverse Adventures

From technical Batian summits to Maasai cultural treks and Big 5 safaris — one team, every terrain.

Unrivaled Hospitality

Fresh mountain meals, quality gear and a crew that treats you like family, not a booking number.

Conservation Pledge

We plant 25 indigenous trees for every booking, restoring the forests that feed these mountains.

Real climbers & safari guests

What our guests say

Genuine reviews from our travellers on TripAdvisor. Every trip led by Michael and the Volcano Mountain Expeditions team.

★★★★★
“Amazing guide, amazing views! Great accommodations! The guides were so generous with their time and energy, they made sure we had the best experience. They shared their knowledge of the mountain and made our trip unique.”
Trip photo — Anne-Josée C
Anne-Josée C TripAdvisor · Aug 2024 Mount Kenya Climb · Couples
★★★★★
“I climbed Mount Kenya together with Michael and two porters within 5 days. It was a wonderful experience. I had enough time to prepare my body optimally for the altitude. Michael contributed an extremely important part. I felt comfortable and safe with him throughout. He guided me well, made sure we ran at a suitable pace and was empathetic and helpful. Since I forgot my bag of fresh socks, he lent me some of his socks. Thank you Michael for the unforgettable experience.”
Trip photo — Petra
Petra Lucerne, Switzerland · Dec 2024 Mount Kenya Sirimon Route — 5 Days · Solo
★★★★★
“Trekked Mount Kenya with Michael and his team. It was really nice and the team was amazing! Would definitely use them as a guide again.”
Trip photo — Filippa F
Filippa F TripAdvisor · Jan 2025 Mount Kenya Climb · Friends
★★★★★
“It was a great trip! Michael and all his team are amazing. They are very nice people, very professional, we really enjoyed the experience with them! Michael is an excellent guide, we felt safe the whole time. Thanks a lot Rafiki!”
Trip photo — Gianella S
Gianella S TripAdvisor · Dec 2024 Mount Kenya Climb · Couples
★★★★★
“Michael is an outstanding guide and organizer. Thanks to him, we had an unforgettable trip to Kenya. Everything was seamlessly planned, and his expertise made the experience truly special. Highly recommended.”
Trip photo — Mvmorel
Mvmorel TripAdvisor · Apr 2024 Kenya Trip · Couples
★★★★★
“This was an amazing experience! Michael is a great guide. He knows the area very well, takes good care of you, and not unimportantly he has a sense of humour. Would recommend 10/10. Cheers from Amsterdam.”
Trip photo — Camiel C
Camiel C Amsterdam · Apr 2024 Mount Kenya Climb · Couples
★★★★★
“I was on a tour in Kenya this winter. Everything was organized perfectly. Our safari trips were on time, without delays. We visited several parks and saw everything we planned. The organization of the guide was at the highest level. Thank you Michael.”
Trip photo — Roving41747562076
Roving41747562076 TripAdvisor · Dec 2024 Kenya Safari
★★★★★
“A really nice trip, the team was absolutely fantastic and really kind! We saw beautiful nature and lovely surroundings. The team was really good at ensuring we got lots of food and we had a good time along the way!”
Trip photo — Laura L
Laura L TripAdvisor · Jan 2025 Mount Kenya Climb · Friends
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“It was a fantastic trip, the team we had with us was so amazing and kind! The experience itself was just so beautiful, and we saw a couple of animals on the way up and down!”
Trip photo — Clara B
Clara B TripAdvisor · Jan 2025 Mount Kenya Climb · Friends
★★★★★
“I did a tour with Michael to Mt Kenya. It was very well organized and ensured a fun trip with lots of wildlife, good food, and learning about the local culture next to the amazing nature and scenery! Michael was very thoughtful in guiding me up in the high altitude so I didn't get sick and could enjoy the sunny summit, even seeing Kilimanjaro! It really makes a huge difference who guides you in this terrain. Thank you so much, Michael!”
Trip photo — Jakob R
Jakob R Berlin, Germany · Jul 2022 Mount Kenya Climb · Solo

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