About Alpine Ascents Africa
Owners—Alpine Ascents Africa is owned and managed by Nicholas Ndiritu, Robert Macharia, Peter Kamau, and Micheal Nderitu We were born and grew up in Kenya. We have extensive, working knowledge of East African mountains, wilderness areas, and game reserves, and a combined 30 years of experience organizing and guiding climbs, treks, and safaris in the region. We are trained and certified by the American National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), an internationally recognized mountaineering school. Our experience and extensive knowledge of the region allows us to organize tailor-made treks, climbs, and safaris to suit the interests and abilities of any client, including individuals with disabilities.
Guides—Born in East Africa, our guides are authentically local, with extensive training and detailed knowledge of the wildlife and wilderness areas of the region. Our guides are certified climbers and mountaineers who will ensure that you get the most out of your East African outdoor experience. All of our guides are also first-aid certified, ensuring the health and safety of our customers. In addition to guiding ordinary safaris, climbs, and treks, our guides also have professional experience working on documentary and feature films in the region (e.g., Gorillas in the Mist; Survival Africa), as well as scientific research (e.g., animal census). These experiences have enriched our guides' skills in mountaineering and safari logistics, as well a building their knowledge of the region. If you are a researcher or a filmmaker, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Cooks—Our cooks are hand-picked for their culinary skills, having trained in the Kenya School of Tourism Studies. Their training and experience allows them to provide our clients with appetizing, nutritious, and varied cuisine while in the mountains or on safari.
Porters—Our porters are selected for their strength and good attitude. Our porters will ensure that your belongings make it safely to the end of the trail, allowing you to enjoy your trek or climb. Our porters are legally registered with Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS), are certified by the Kenya Police Criminal Investigation Department, and all hold a Certificate of Good Conduct.
Guides—Born in East Africa, our guides are authentically local, with extensive training and detailed knowledge of the wildlife and wilderness areas of the region. Our guides are certified climbers and mountaineers who will ensure that you get the most out of your East African outdoor experience. All of our guides are also first-aid certified, ensuring the health and safety of our customers. In addition to guiding ordinary safaris, climbs, and treks, our guides also have professional experience working on documentary and feature films in the region (e.g., Gorillas in the Mist; Survival Africa), as well as scientific research (e.g., animal census). These experiences have enriched our guides' skills in mountaineering and safari logistics, as well a building their knowledge of the region. If you are a researcher or a filmmaker, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Cooks—Our cooks are hand-picked for their culinary skills, having trained in the Kenya School of Tourism Studies. Their training and experience allows them to provide our clients with appetizing, nutritious, and varied cuisine while in the mountains or on safari.
Porters—Our porters are selected for their strength and good attitude. Our porters will ensure that your belongings make it safely to the end of the trail, allowing you to enjoy your trek or climb. Our porters are legally registered with Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS), are certified by the Kenya Police Criminal Investigation Department, and all hold a Certificate of Good Conduct.